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In a time of dwindling public funds, the question posed was, ‘Why invest in light rail transit?’ After sharing a grim picture of the fi nancial challenges facing Hennepin County, County Commissioner Jan Callison offered up her own LRT pitch. It has to do with national and even international competitiveness, said Callison, addressing the Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce Thursday.
“We’re talking about how do we keep a jobs base?” she s a id , a nd how t he r eg ion keeps highly employed workers here. “How do we make this an attractive region?” she said. “Southwest LRT is one of those ways.” Southwest LRT is next in the queue for light rail projects in the region, following the construction of the Central Corridor. Southwest would link downtown Minneapolis to Eden Prairie in a 15-mile corridor with 17 stations. However, the $1.25 billion project is entering a political atmosphere averse to funding. Callison argued for the benefits of light rail transit.
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Lake’s best to battle for state’s best Eagle Nation (above) will spend its post-Thanksgiving Friday cheering on the Eden Prairie High School football team as it battles the Wayzata Trojans in the Class 5A state championship game. Eden Prairie punched its state finals’ ticket Friday with a 49-7 victory over Totino-Grace. Wayzata punched its ticket with a 42-0 win over Cretin-Derham Hall. Friday’s game, at the Metrodome, is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. For more on Eden Prairie football, go to page 12.
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A week ago, Eden Prairie sophomore Kira Zubar posted the fastest 500 freestyle time at the Section 6AA Swim Meet. On Friday, her state-meet preliminary race was the fastest of the meet. Saturday, she completed the trifecta, swimming her 500 to a state championship. Zubar’s time was a team record 4:52.45. In addition, she’d place fifth in the 200 freestyle. For more on the state meet, go to page 12.
Eden Prairie High School put an effort into increasing participation in Advanced Placement courses over the past few years. The high school now offers 14 AP courses, anything from AP statistics (the most popular choice) to more obscure offerings, such as AP macroeconomics. For students, the benefits of AP classes are plentiful. The time you spend in AP equals money saved for college courses. If students take AP tests and score 3 or higher, they can get college credit. Nikhal Kapil, who has taken nine AP credits, agreed that it saves money and time. “That’s how I see it,” he said, during a recent AP chemistry class. His lab partner Ben Dardick is also a veteran of EPHS AP classes, including AP calculus. Dardick said he plans to be an engineer so, even with the AP credits he’ll have plenty more science and math ahead of him. But taking AP classes and testing out of some of the
general courses allows him more options in what college courses he takes. “That’s why the AP classes are nice here, because I can get out of some of the math classes,” he said. EPHS recently earned a spot on the College Board’s AP Honor Roll for the second year in a row. It’s one of only 367 districts in the nation to earn such a spot. According to a news release from the College Board, districts earn a spot on the honor roll, “for simultaneously increasing access to Advanced Placement course work while maintaining or increasing the percentage of students earning scores of 3 or higher on AP exams.” Achieving both of these goals is the ideal scenario for a district’s AP program because it indicates that the district is successfully identifying motivated, academically prepared students who are likely to benefit most from AP course work. The majority of U.S. colleges and universities
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AP Chemistry Teacher Carol Snyder looks over some temperature results with Andrew Easton. The lab project was “Determination of Molecular Weight by FreezingPoint Depression.”
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BOY SCOUT TROOP 347 Boy Scout Troop 347 of Eden Prairie’s annual Christmas tree fundraiser started Saturday in the parking lot of Immanuel Lutheran Church, 16515 Luther Way, off Eden Prairie Road. Products include 6- to 11-foot Fraser fi r, 3- to 11-foot balsam fi r, 6- to 9-foot white pine and 5to 9-foot Scotch pine; wreaths, balsam roping, candy canes and swags. The lot is set to be open daily from 6-8 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 6-9 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday. All proceeds are used to fund programs, including monthly campouts, a weeklong summer camp and community service projects.
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EDEN PRAIRIE OPTIMISTS The Eden Prairie Optimists’ tree lot in the northeast corner of Round Lake Park near the intersection of Eden Prairie Road and Valley View Road, will open for business at 9 a.m. Friday, Nov. 25. The Optimists will be selling a large supply of premium quality Christmas trees and are specializing in Fraser firs, ranging from 6 to 12 feet, balsam firs and spruce trees. Decorated holiday wreaths will also be sold. Lot hours are from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday and 5-8 p.m. weeknights.
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Elena Luca, American Red Cross volunteer from Miami, Fla., and Katie Incantalupo, of Star Bank, during a Holiday Mail for Heroes press conference and card signing in Washington, D.C. “The simple act of receiving a card with a holiday greeting or message of thanks is an enormous morale booster and can have a great impact on a military member,” said Harry Wahlquist, president/CEO of Star Bank and longtime board member and volunteer with the Twin Cities Area Chapter of the American Red Cross. Incantalupo reports that two local celebrities are set to be part of the event, Mark Rosen of WCCO-TV and KFANAM Radio and Rep. John Kriesel. Both will be available for photo opportunities and autographs. When Incantalupo contact-
ed Kriesel on T wit ter, she s a id , he i mmediately said yes. “[He] does a lot in ter ms of his service to veterans here in the Twin Cities,” she said Rep. John o f t h e s t at e Kriesel represent ative from Cottage Grove, who is also a veteran. “I knew he’d be a natural fit.” She said Rosen too has a strong affinity for the military. Incantalupo said she con-
siders involvement in the Red Cross a family tradition. “I have grown to love it so much that it’s not a job for me, it’s a passion of mine, because I believe in their mission and everything they do.” She said that beyond national and international disaster recovery, the Red Cross offers a lot of programs to help the military, like this one. “This is for everybody,” Incantalupo said. “If you want to honor a friend or relative who has served in the past or who is currently serving, come in and sign a card in the name of that person. It’s really for all members of the general public who want to honor service members over the holidays. “Bring a friend, bring a positive attitude and together we can make a difference in the lives of service members who are not at home for the holidays.”
PUBLIC SAFETY Eden Prairie Police reported the following: Between 1:30 and 10:40 p.m. Nov. 16, someone burglarized a house on the 17000 block of Hanson Court. Suspects kicked in the front door, leaving $5,000 in damage. A total of $30,000 in items was stolen including
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Star Bank, 250 Prairie Center Drive in Eden Prairie, is hosting a card-signing event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 29. Katie Incantalupo, director of marketing for the bank, is also the national chairperson of the 2011 American Red Cross Holiday Mail for Heroes program. “It’s been quite an honor,” she said. She’s been travelling to card signings across the country and is excited to host one in Minnesota. Incantalupo said that the Red Cross and Pitney Bowes have worked together for five years “to ensure all Americ a n s h ave a n oppor t u nit y to send a touch of home this holiday season to members of our U.S. military, veterans and their families, many of whom will be far away from home this holiday season.” In Eden Prairie she hopes that residents will stop by to sign more than 500 cards. The cards will be provided – and there will be music and refreshments.
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block of Germaine Terrace. The homeowner and wife discovered personal items missing including $17,700 in jewelry. Earlier that day, two women had knocked on the door of the house asking about a lost dog and the homeowner did not remember if he locked the door
following that interaction. On Nov. 11, someone stole an iPhone from a vehicle in an open garage on the 11000 block of Welters Way. On Nov. 10, someone stole a mountain bike from an open garage on the 8000 block of Preserve Boulevard.
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SEND US YOUR … Outstanding photographs of holiday decorations Let there be light! We’re looking for the biggest and brightest – not the biggest and brightest people, but the biggest and brightest displays of Christmas lights and holiday decorations, whether they’re yours, your neighbor’s, or just something everyone should see. Share your best photo with Eden Prairie News readers. Send your picture – in .jpg format, at least 3 MB file size – to Editor Karla Wennerstrom, editor@edenprairienews.com, before noon on Wednesday, Nov. 30. Include your name, daytime phone number and city of residence, as well as the address of the display. We’ll run some reader photos online at edenprairienews.com and EDEN some in the Dec. 8 EP News PRAIRIE print edition.
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Shiny, new EP was a wonder to behold, but some ‘local’ was lost Be careful what a few years in Sauk you wish for, Eden Centre, Minn., Prairie. home of the Sauk While the 1980s Centre High School and ’90s brought “Mainstreeters.”) unprecedented But we’ve lost growth and a number of development to locally owned Eden Prairie – I businesses over the recall an Eden years: Suburban Prairie News National Bank, columnist calling Flying Red Horse it, at the time, EP’s Mobil, Anderson “Golden Age” – the Garden Store, PUBLISHER arrival of many and Kraemer’s fine franchise and Hardware at the big-box retailers Prairie Village Mall, also brought about the demise of to name a few. You can still open more than a few locally owned a bank account, fill your car’s businesses. gas tank, buy a house plant, and Don’t get me wrong. It was find a belt for your snowblower. exciting to see all those bright, But today you probably won’t be shiny and new developments talking to the business owner going up at every major when you do so. intersection. It was fun and It continues to happen. Just convenient to suddenly have within the past few weeks, the more spending choices, drive Dunn Bros coffee shop run by fewer miles and experience some Ken Sutherland and Sharon Odell cutting-edge suburban design. It and located near the Eden Prairie was a relief to see Eden Prairie Library was shuttered. Our loss Shopping Center transformed to is Savage’s gain, as they plan to something that actually attracts reopen in that community. people. Which makes it all the more The arrival of the “chains” was important to patronize those also perfectly natural, as Eden hometown, locally owned Prairie was the next suburb in businesses that remain in EP: the line to grow and develop, and the Prairie Lawn & Gardens, the Gina convergence of major highways Maria’s Pizzas and the Lions Taps made it desirable for retailers of the world, to name three. Many looking to draw beyond EP’s others advertise in this newspaper borders. The city’s lightning-quick each week. growth from about 16,000 residents Limiting your shopping strictly in 1980 to more than 60,000 today to small, locally owned stores proves it’s so. will never be practical in Eden As long as city planners Prairie. But it needs to be part carefully guided that development of the mix, just as locally grown and allowed parks and open space and sustainable fruits, vegetables to grow in parallel, we were all and other crops and products pretty willing to accommodate need to be part of the mix in those speedy changes. your refrigerator and pantry. It And, after all, it wasn’t like simply makes sense to keep as we had a traditional downtown many of those dollars as possible to protect, like a Hopkins or a circulating throughout the Chaska. Eden Prairie pretty community. much followed a direct route Mark A. Weber is publisher from township to big suburb, of the Eden Prairie News and with nary a Main Street along Edible Twin Cities magazine, and the way. (I feel like I know a Main general manager of Southwest Street when I see it, having spent Newspapers.
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10 tips to keep holiday waist line regret away! BY KEILA RECTOR
Tips to keep the holiday waist line regret away: 1. Start your day strong. Eat a protein based breakfast with a good source of carbohydrate … such as a fruit or vegetable. 2. Survey the options carefully! What protein options are available? Are meat, dairy, lentils, eggs, soy or beans available? Protein will help you stay fuller longer and you will curb sugar cravings. 3. Commit upfront. What foods will you go back for seconds for? Can you make a commitment of taking a trip back for round two after waiting two or three hours? What is the one dessert you must have? Can you take one bite of each dessert versus an entire serving? 4. Size up your servings! Can you use a smaller plate? Can you use smaller serving spoons? What can you do to make small changes in the portions you place on your plate? Is it possible to fill your plate so nothing touches? Can you see the bottom of the plate? 5. Utensils on. Utensils off. Try using your fork and knife to cut a serving of food at a time. This will slow your consumption down a bit. Practice resting your utensils
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and giving them a time out, so your brain can register the food consumption to help you reduce over eating. 6. Plate appearance. Is your plate full of color? Colors of vegetables? Fruits? 7. One roll will do. Consider the amount of bread you are consuming. Choose one of your favorites and savor every bite! 8. Drink sensibly! Incorporate water into your day! You will stay hydrated and feel fuller! If you want to indulge in a cocktail, wait until after dinner. Alcohol lowers your inhibitions, so you’re more likely to overeat when you drink. 9. Practice the holiday buddy system. Who else is watching their weight? Watching their food intake? Any other health conscious friends or family members? Stick together and stay strong together. 10. Laugh and converse! You have all your family around you. What is the latest and greatest? What’s new and exciting? If you are talking you are not chewing … or at least we hope not! Rector is a resident of Eden Prairie. She is an owner of EP Power Nutrition, which recently opened at 16374 Wagner Way near Prairie Ale House.
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From AM wrist radio to Facebook on a phone On my 10th birthday, I got the greatest gift I had ever received. An AM wrist radio. It was amazingly cool. At night, I could tune WLS in Chicago at 890 and my friends and I could listen to the latest hits by Styx and the Doobie Brothers un-tethered by traditional radios or stereos of the day. I was the envy of my friends, neighborhood and school. The top of the watch, where in a regular watch you would check the time, is where the speaker was located, and it was pretty loud. Headphones for radios had been invented, but were limited to just a single ear bud and the quality was horrible. Actually, wearing the AM radio watch was a little like having a coffee mug attached to my wrist. It weighed the same as my bowling ball and needed 12 batteries. And even though throughout the day the only programming I could get was the local agricultural reports and the occasional country tune by artists like George Jones and Tammy Wynette, I was still Mr. Cool that fall with my wristwatch radio. It also went well with all my color coded Garanimals clothing my mother made me wear. Being cool was an important thing when I was a young lad. But I believe that I have recently regressed. As a middle aged dad, being cool is fairly impossible, unless I put on a pair of midlife crisis jeans and a too tight T-shirt, which my daughters have not recommended. This brings me to my new phone. My very cool new phone. My very
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cool new phone that has really cool apps. My very cool new phone that I stare at intently often to impress the people around me, even though I don’t really know how to work it. I’m cool again, 40 years later. Hallelujah! Give a phone like this to a guy who had a wrist radio in the ’70s and you have very likely made him the happiest man on the planet. This is the same phone I purchased for my daughters a few years ago, so I had some idea of the capabilities when it arrived, which are virtually endless. I loaded a guitar tuner on it. It has a flashlight. I get golf updates from around the world. The quality of the photos and video is better than the cameras that filmed “The Wizard of Oz” and “Gone with the Wind.” It has more processing power than the first five desktop computers I owned. Put together. So what do I use it for? Primarily? Facebook. You heard me. I loaded the Facebook app and immediately
began a journey of constantly keeping up to date with my family, my 300-plus friends (never met most of them) and the businesses, products, authors, musicians and television shows I have “fanned.” I no longer read the paper, watch the news or play with any cute puppies that I encounter while walking around the lakes. I’m not anti-puppy, of course, but I do snub the little fellas because I need to keep my nose buried in the Facebook app to see the 40 recent photos of my niece’s shopping trip to a convenience store in Andover. Whoa! Diet cola, two for two dollars! Excellent. And I have to make time to see the stunningly boring video of the infant daughter of a co-worker that I never spoke to asking for a cookie. Adorable? No, but I have to watch again anyway and probably forward it to all my friends to show them how fertile my former co-workers are. And as much fun as I am having, it has come to my attention that some of my friends have held firm and for various reasons are not on Facebook and may never be. I respect that, but wonder without it on their phone how will they ever know that I drove to FargoMoorhead last week and saw some geese flying south? Or that I am out of milk? Or that I am laughing out loud (LOL) watching that hilarious Ashton Kutcher on “Two and a Half Men”? Or that I recently vacuumed? Man, are they missing out. Eden Prairie resident Steven Stromberg’s humor column appears twice monthly.
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We are thankful for our many volunteers They meld into our community seamlessly, without commotion, but they are an integral part of our daily lives at The Colony Assisted Living. They are our volunteers and for them, we are thankful. On any given day, they can be found, seen or heard at The Colony. You might see Jerry, a retired optician, gently and professionally adjusting eyeglasses for our residents. Once a month a group gathers around Jerry as he carefully checks and rechecks fit and function of each resident’s eyeglasses. That beautiful piano music you hear in our Rose Court is the weekly contribution of Evelyn, who lovingly plays old songs, show tunes and favorite hymns to entertain the residents in our memory loss area. You will often hear clear voices join in as the music stimulates memories of days gone by. The pianist will sometimes play on and on as she’s inspired by the participation of her audience. Folks who might not remember the current date can recall every word of their favorite old songs as they join in “pitch perfect,” according to
Evelyn. Mary has incredibly beautiful penmanship so she uses her talent to write for those whose hands might shake but whose minds are full of stories to be told. Together they create a journal of memories which will serve as a treasured legacy in years to come. If you catch a wonderful aroma coming from our Café, you can thank our beloved volunteer Carol who bakes cookies and serves coffee twice each week. With her investment of time and talent Carol has developed lasting relationships with many residents. George goes from a High School classroom to The Colony billiard room to play pool with his new 80-something buddy. The list goes on. Each person has unique gifts and talents to share and our volunteer coordinator, Shirley, discovers how to match talents with opportunities at The Colony. During her personal interviews with each volunteer applicant, Shirley is able to carefully weave personalities, skills and needs. On any given day you will fi nd volunteers among us; playing pool or the piano; doing paperwork or crafting cards; polishing nails or baking cookies. Our volunteers and the services they provide are priceless. For our many volunteers, we are thankful!
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Patricia Gardner Chanhassen Editor’s note: Gardner is concierge at The Colony in Eden Prairie and a former longtime Eden Prairie resident.
PROPERTY TAXES
An open letter to Hennepin County I received my proposed property tax statement for 2012 today. The house assessed value went down 3.9 percent. However, my 2012 property taxes went up. The statement says my property taxes went up 1.2 percent, but if you do the math, my taxes went up 5.2 percent based on the new assessment value. The latest 12-month Consumer Price Index in October is at 3.5 percent. So in effect, my taxes went up higher than the inflation rate. May I please ask someone at Hennepin County where I can send my 401K investments so I can get in on this 5.2 percent return? Thanks.
Craig Keepers Eden Prairie
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EP SCHOOL DISTRICT
Espe thanks supporters, voters My deep and heartfelt thanks to the voters and supporters of Eden Prairie for electing me to serve on the Eden Prairie School Board. I am grateful and humbled by your fantastic support, and I promise to work tirelessly for all the children of Eden Prairie to provide them with an outstanding education. Specifically, I must thank my outstanding campaign team for a job well done – Caroline Nelson, Mary Kubicek and Brenda Tonjes. Thanks to the many fi nancial contributors who made this such a successful campaign. Thank you to the letter writers who supported me in print. Thank you to those of you who helped deliver literature, and those that allowed us to place a sign in your yard. And thank you to those organizations who gave me endorsements: Eden Prairie Education Association (teachers), Eden Prairie School District Support Staff (SEIU Local 284) and the Eden Prairie Sun Current. And, of course, thank you to all of the voters who have placed your trust in me. I won’t let you down. Now the real work begins. I look forward to working with all of the board members and administration, tackling the many challenges that lay before us. I want to continue to hear from the entire community on how we can work together to improve all areas of education in the district. Once again, thank you to everyone who supported my campaign. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving.
Dave Espe Eden Prairie Editor’s note: Espe is an Eden Prairie School Board member-elect.
CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL
Wash in cold water Hi! My name is Alex Wasieleski and I am an eighth-grader at CMS in Eden Prairie. For my science class, I am doing an experiment on the effect of water temperature when removing stains from cotton, polyester, cotton/poly sweatshirt and denim. The reason I chose this project was because money is tight in this economy and I was just looking for a way to save money. When I was researching my topic, I found that as much as 90 percent of the energy used for washing clothes is often just to heat the water. I decided to compare stains on different fabric types in hot, warm and cold water to determine the difference in stain removal for each water temperature. Using my family of five as an example, my mom does about 13 loads of laundry per week which equals 676 loads per year! I found a useful laundry cost calculator online that will calculate the cost of running your washing machine using different variables. Our washing machine is electric and our water heater is gas. When I plug in Eden Prairie’s current gas, electricity and water prices, it estimates that it costs about $.25/load to wash in hot water, $.21/ load to wash in warm water, and $.15/load to wash
November 24, 2011 | Page 5 in cold water. This shows that our family can save about $70/year by washing the laundry in cold water rather than hot. The cost savings is more significant if the water heater is electric. Those savings would be about $170/year for our family. After conducting my experiment, I found that if you wash fabric in hot water it removes stains only slightly better than in warm or cold water. Hot water received 195 points on a 240-point total scale, warm water received 184 points, and cold water received 190 total points. The difference was so slight that, personally, I would wash my laundry in cold water. If you have an electric water heater, it will save you around $.25 per load to wash in cold rather than hot, which adds up over time. Our family uses a gas water heater which saves us about $.10 per load, for about $70 per year, if we wash in cold water rather than hot. I also found that any stains on cotton do not remove as well as any other of my other fabrics that I tested, so perhaps you could scrub a little more on the pre-treating step to get better results. In these tough economic times, I recommend that all families use cold water to wash their laundry rather than hot or warm. If every family in Eden Prairie would use cold water, the savings would easily add up to around $500,000 per year or more for just our city alone.
Alex Wasieleski Eden Prairie
POLITICS
Questions Hann on funds Imagine your child with cancer and being denied quality care. Imagine a veteran you love who served bravely for our country and now is told he or she can’t have the health care needed and promised. Our state senator, David Hann, singlehandedly blocked Minnesota from accepting a 25 million dollar grant for these services and more. Cost savings? Not really. The money will go to other states fi rst for their children with cancer and brave veterans. Sen. David Hann needs to start representing what’s right and moral for all Minnesotans and stop catering to the radical conservative agenda of his Tea Party base.
Sally Burns Eden Prairie
Questions Hann I read that Sen. Hann is proud of the fact he singlehandedly delayed Minnesota’s receiving $25 million in money to support medical care for veterans and terminally ill children. Instead of our hard-earned federal tax money returning to Minnesota to help our citizens, he is stopping us from receiving funds. Those funds will go to other states; we will pay the bill so others can get the benefit. I need to ask: Sen. Hann, why are you giving away Minnesota’s hard-earned money? We work hard and pay our share of taxes to the federal government. When it is time to return some of those funds to us to support the state, you torpedo the funds and leave us taxpayers holding the bag. It’s not something to be proud of. We in Eden Prairie are ashamed of your behavior.
Terry F. Erickson Eden Prairie
The smart mom’s toy box For many of us, the temptation to spoil our kids is never stronger than around the holidays. We want to see the surprise on their faces Christmas morning when they unwrap their gifts and giggle with glee at the sight of new toys. But there’s usually guilt involved – from overspending, giving mind-numbing toys or both. Luckily, there are some great compromises for parents who would like to strike a balance. There are hundreds of toys for all ages that can develop complex learning skills, like attention, processing speed, memory, auditory and visual processing, and logic and reasoning. These brain training games can actually strengthen the cognitive skills needed to make learning easier. For example: Does your child have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)? Look for toys that strengthen the three types of attention (selective, divided and sustained). Is reading a struggle for your little one? Select toys that work on phonemic awareness (letter sounds) through rhyming, sound blending and segmenting. Here are a few simple games and materials you can use at home to help build your child’s brain skills. Best of all, they’re all under $10! 1. French Toast and Friends Matching Game ($9.99 on Walmart.com) No reading is required for this game of pairs. Includes bonus stickers. Ages: 3 and older Cognitive skills: memory, attention 2. Rory’s Story Cubes ($8.99 at ABC & Toy Zone) A pocket-sized creative story generator for all imaginations! Ages: 8 and older Cognitive skills: Problemsolving, logic and reasoning, creativity, visual processing 3. High School Musical 2 Recorder Pack ($9.97 on
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Walmart.com) Let your children teach themselves to play the recorder! The instrument comes with a songbook that features nine easy songs from the Disney Channel movie, a fingering chart, instructions and coloring pages. Ages: 7 and older Cognitive skills: auditory processing, memory, attention 4. Brick by Brick Stacking Puzzle ($9.59 at ToysRUs) Players try to build the 60 configurations to match the challenge cards. Now with a storage bag! Ages: 6 and older Cognitive skills: Counting, visual processing, creativity, planning 5. Hue Knew? On the Go! ($9.99 at Smarty Pants) Players are challenged to shift attention to focus either the color the word is written, or the color the word actually says in this high paced match game. Ages: 8 and older Cognitive skills: Attention, processing speed, reasoning, visual processing 6. Wooky Mathable Board Game ($7.14 on Wayfair.com) This board game provides fun challenges of mathematical equations. Ages: all ages Cognitive skills: Problem solving, math skills, analysis, attention 7. Battleship – Travel Edition ($8 at ToysRUs) This classic game teaches kids to narrow down where their opponent has put their
battleships. Ages: 7 and older Cognitive skills: Analysis skills, visual processing, logic and reasoning, attention 8. My Word! (blister pack) ($5.99 on FunAgain. com) Players search dealt cards and call out words using at least three cards. Ages: 7 and older Cognitive skills: Sound blending and segmenting, sequential thinking, word analysis, visual processing, processing speed 9. Rubik’s Slide Electronic Puzzle Game ($9.98 at ToysRUs) An upgraded twist on the classic handheld puzzle, with over 10,000 puzzles. Ages: 8 and older Cognitive skills: Processing speed, problem solving, deductive reasoning 10. Fifteen Puzzle ($9.99 at ToysRUs) Just scramble the puzzle then try to slide the numbers back in order. Ages: 8 and older Cognitive skills: Memory, attention, planning, visual processing Look for games that are appropriate for your child’s age, as well as any cognitive weaknesses of which you’re aware. You’ll know they’re learning but they’ll just think they’re having fun! For a free list of more than 30 games and the skills they strengthen, visit unlocktheeinsteininside. com. Terri O. Johnson is director at LearningRx in Chanhassen which helps students to improve their learning ability through cognitive brain training. She is an Eden Prairie mother of three with unique learning profiles. LearningRx is at 600 Market St., Suite 120 in Chanhassen. For more information about these and other learning topics, contact Terri at (952) 949-6900.
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SCIENCE FAIR
Bubble, bubble, toil and success EP’s Carolyn Jons earns national honors from bubble-based science project BY LEAH SHAFFER lshaffer@swpub.com
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Jons studied the insulating abilities of soap bubbles on foam.
t started with a simple concept: bubbles. But Central Middle School eighth-grader Carolyn Jons has turned that concept into a nationalawa r d -w i n ning science project. “My project was the effect of soap bubble si ze on insulative abi lit y o f f o a m s ,” said Jons. Carolyn F i r s t , Jons she won the Eden Prairie School District Science Fair, then regionals, then state. Further awards were earned at the Minnesota Academy of Science State Science and E n g i ne er i n g F a i r held i n Bloomington in March. Jons eventually ended up qualifying out of 300 semi-fi nalists from around the country to be among the 30 fi nalists competing in the Broadcom Math, Applied Science, Technology and Engineering for Rising Stars middle school national science competition held in Washington, D.C. There, she scored among the top 10 and took home the Rising Star
Award, which includes a trip to watch the Intel ISEF high school competition in Pittsburgh. Not bad for bubbles. According to a news release, “She investigated whether bubbles would provide adequate insulation against heat loss in a bathtub or outdoor whirlpool. She developed an experiment to test the insulating capability of soap bubbles and to determine whether large or small bubbles were better insulators. She hypothesized that a layer of small bubbles would be a better insulator than a layer of large bubbles. Through her research, she confirmed that bubbles prevent heat loss, but found no significant difference in the insulating ability of small versus large bubbles.” Jons has been participating in science fairs since she was in fi rst grade, but this year knew her interests were soap bubbles and insulation. While doing research on the subject, she found a website looking into how soap bubbles were providing insulation for a greenhouse in Canada, she said. It made her wonder if soap bubbles could provide an effective means of insulation, and from there, her project began. At the Broadcom event the focus is on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and
SCOUTING NEWS
EDUCATION NEWS
Earns Eagle Scout rank
Event helps Teens Alone
John Kronlokken, 17, son of Paul and Barb Kronlokken of Eden Prairie, has earned the rank of Eagle Scout. This is the highest advancement award the Boy Scouts of America offers. He will be recognized at an Eagle Court of Honor at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 13, at Prairie Lutheran Church in Eden Prairie. According to a news release: “John is a member of Boy Scout Troop 695. He has held many leadership positions including Patrol Leader and T roop Guide. He was a l so nominated by his fellow Scouts to receive the honor of the Order of the Arrow. John completed his Eagle service project at Prairie Lutheran Church where he did significant landscaping and installed a sign near the church entrance. John is a senior at Eden
Teens Alone is offering an opportunity to donate and take part in meeting a professional artist. Visit teensalone. org, click on donate and fi nd the “Norah Long” event to register for an event where you can meet Norah Long, a professional sing/actor. The event will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Dec. 6 at a private home at 3100 County Road 101 S., in Minnetonka. The cost is $75 and all proceeds will go to Teens Alone.
John Kronlokken Prairie High School. He is the captain of the Eden Prairie Drumline, section leader in the Wind Ensemble, a member of the Jazz Band, Percussion Ensemble, Pit Orchestra and the National Honor Society. John is a member of Prairie Lutheran Church and plays percussion in the Worship Band. John plans to pursue a degree in engineering and music.”
LIVESREMEMBERED Christopher Graham Christopher Graham, 60, of Eden Prairie, passed away Monday, Nov. 14, 2011. Memorial Service 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, with visitation one hour prior to service at Washburn McReavy Eden Prairie Chapel 952-975-0400, 7625 Mitchell Rd. (1 blk N. of Hwy 5)
Synneva Ann (Everson) Langefels Synneva Ann (Everson) Langefels, 54, of Eden Prairie, passed away Friday Nov. 18, 2011. Memorial Service Saturday Nov. 26, at 10:30 a.m. with visitation starting at 9 a.m. all at: Washburn McReavey Edina Chapel 952-920-3996 West 50th St. & Hwy 100
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Teens Alone, a free and confi dential counseling service for Eden Prairie teens and their families, has openings for Eden Prairie High School students to serve on its Youth Advisory Board (YAB). YAB helps Teens Alone with peer to peer marketing and organizes an annual Battle of the Bands. If you are interested in joining, go to teensalone.org and fi ll out an application. Teens Alone services are available year round. Call (952) 988TEEN.
Time to sign up for cookie class Eden Prairie Community Education is again offering a series of Holiday Cookie Classes. To see the full schedule of classes and register, visit epcommunityed.org or call (952) 975-6942. New this year are two classes: Holiday Cookie Bake for Peanut Allergies for Ages 16 and older on Dec. 12 and Holiday Cookie Bake for Adult and Child on Dec. 4. Also new this year is that the cookies will be baked for students in large, commercial ovens by teaching staff. Cost is $34 to register. An additional $12 (food cost) is payable to the instructor at class. Students will end up with 10 dozen cookies.
Family Center offers classes The Eden Prairie Family Center offers the following family and parenting classes:
Math) and teamwork. At the event, participants were broken up into teams and put to work on a number of problems. Judges weren’t so much looking to see teams get the perfect answer, but instead they wanted to watch their thinking process, noted Jons. The teams had five different challenges, she said. One involved water purifi cation. They were to determine what polluted a sample of water. “There wasn’t very much detail and you had to go research facts on various pollutants,” said Jons. Another project involved
building a circuit. For another project, they built a suspension bridge. And fi nally, on the second day, they built a Rube Goldberg machine. For Jons, science runs in the family. “My dad’s a scientist so I didn’t really have a choice not to enjoy science,” she said. So far she’s mostly done physics projects but this year’s science project has something to do with mold growth. She won’t reveal more details. Her Mom, Karilyn, laughs. “ I ’m u se d to h av i n g a l l sor ts of interesting things take over my house.”
individuals they serve. The students will also take part in a transformational leadership process where they learn more about themselves, their strengths and the role they play in being servant leaders in their own community.”
Teens Alone offers counseling
Norah Long Register for Spanish preschool, Family Center Prescho ol. T he Eden P rai rie 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. Family Fun Time: Play for 0- to 5-year-olds with an adult. $ 5 per child/$10 per family. Thursdays, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Free Dinner & Baby Story Time: from 6 to 7:15 p.m., Dec. 1 Free Infant Massage: from 6-7:15 p.m. Dec. 8 and 10-11:15 a.m. Dec. 9 Free Baby Playtime: from 11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Dec. 14 Building Your Ch ild’s Immunity: from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 6, Boost immunity with your diet. Join Taiha Wagner, RN, to learn how our bodies interact with germs and viruses and what parents can do to build up your child’s immune system. Cost: $10 for one or $15 for two people from the same household.
ISM raises funds to fight hunger The International School of Minnesota (ISM) has launched its third annual ISM Against Hunger campaign in partnership with ImpactLives. The goal of the program is for students to raise enough money to pack at least 150,000 meals, which will fill half of a shipping container. According to a news release: “This year ISM students will travel to the ImpactLives facility in St. Louis Park on Dec. 16 where they will participate in an interactive exhibit. This educational opportunity will
allow the students to get a feel for how many people around the world are living in abject poverty. They’ll be able to see firsthand what kinds of dwellings people must live in, and they’ll even feel the heat that often is present in tropical and developing countries. They’ll learn how different life is for many kids their age who have no resources to depend upon for basic needs. Discussion sessions will follow to allow the students to talk about what they’ve seen and experienced and what they can do to make a difference in the world. According to Ramon Pastrano, founder and CEO of ImpactLives, the key is to impress upon the students that by eliminating hunger, we can all be a part of eliminating other desperate measures people take just to survive such as human trafficking. The finale of the day will be to pack the 150,000 meals at the ImpactLives facility. As it has in the past, ISM will ship the meals to the Dominican Republic, and students will travel there next summer to distribute the food, help build houses, educate and establish relationships with the
Free walk-in counseling hours are available through Teens Alone. According to a news release, “Teens Alone is a free counseling service for teens, young adults (up to 22) and their families who live and/ or attend school in the Eden Prairie, Hopkins, St. Louis Park or Wayzata school districts. Counselors are also available on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., on a first-come, first-served basis at the Teens Alone office at 915 Mainstreet in Hopkins. “If you are looking for a free and confidential counseling service, open year round, for your young person or need parenting help, call (952) 988-TEEN, www. teensalone.org.”
Free ACT, SAT practice tests Free ACT or SAT practice tests will be held at College Tutors Eden Prairie Learning Center, 16315 Terrey Pine Drive Suite 300, Saturday, Dec. 10, or Saturday, Dec. 17, at 9 a.m. Call (952) 285-7667 to register. According to a news release, “College Tutors mimics the setting and timing of the actual tests. Tests will be scored by College Tutors and a free, individual consultation for parents and student will be scheduled to share results, as well as areas of strength and weakness.”
ON CAMPUS Augustana College Brooke DeJong of Eden Prairie has been inducted into the Augustana chapter of Delta Phi Alpha, the national honor society for students of German.
U of M, Morris According a news release, “this year, a record number of University of Minnesota, Morris theatre arts seniors are contributing their capstone projects to the fall show, “Anything Goes.” This includes Eden Prairie student Brittany Ottum who has contributed to the set design.
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This Thanksgiving, display an attitude of gratitude
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opefully there is a time on Thanksgiving Day – between putting the turkey in the oven and planning our Black Friday assault on retailers – that we are actually giving thanks. Perhaps it’s saying thank-you for the recent harvest, as our early American settlers did, but in the more suburbanized areas of the southwest metro area it is more likely about offering our thanks for good health, for family ties, for supportive spouses, or God’s many blessings. Whatever we are thankful for, it’s the expression of gratitude – that “attitude of gratitude,” you might say – that’s important. So important is the act that authors have credited gratitude for being one of the secrets to a person’s well-being. This Thanksgiving, give thanks often … and if not often, at least well. Just as the southwest-area readers on this page have done.
Grateful for Mom I’m thankful for my mother, who died Oct. 15. Her funeral was the same weekend our large family had planned to gather for her 92nd birthday. (Her 11 children saw this coincidence as an extension of the
A Thanksgiving poem I wanted to share this story and poem I wrote back in 1996. I still get requests for it from family and friends. We read it as a family together during each Thanksgiv-
thing about this Thanksgiving day will be celebrating our 10th wedding anniversary. Our wedding day was Nov. 24, 2001. My bride of 10 years is the most important person in my life, and there is no doubt in my mind that I am a better person because of her... Thank you Merry! I love you!
Thankful for a great city
Ron Kramer Chanhassen exquisite efficiency that characterized Mom.) Growing up on a selfsustaining dairy farm during the Great Depression, she took little for granted and was unimpressed by extravagance. Creativity, hard work and kindness motivated her. She believed that if you could see a better way to do something, then you needed to pursue it. She had
Life is too short W hen I get together with my family, we do the traditional going around the table, stating what we’re thankful for. We hear the usual phrases of being thankful for family, friends, jobs, love. I thought about what I would say this year. I love the spirit of gratitude in general. It makes me feel good to say anything that has to do with thankfulness. I have been a social worker for 29 years of my life. For the last 12 years, I’m honored to say that I have worked in the field of hospice. I work with people of all ages who have been diagnosed with a terminal illness. I’m involved with the person directly along with working with the family of the patient. In lieu of that, I have to say that I am thankful for the gift of life. We hear “live life like it’s your last day” or “life is short.” Ask a person who
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What Thanksgiving Means to Me
I am thankful for the opportunity to live in Prior Lake. I am thankful to all of the city employees, mayor, City Council and organizations that make Prior Lake a great place to live. I try not to take living in Prior Lake for granted. I have been to Texas, California and Arkansas. Prior Lake has a lot more to offer in parks, lakes, trails, scenery, facilities and quality of life.
A Thanksgiving anniversary This Thanksgiving will be very special to me in many ways. The good lord has blessed my wife, Merry, and I and guided us through some difficult times. We were blessed with our fi rst grandson, and even though we are unable to visit very often (they live in Maryland) we are able to watch him grow, and keep in touch with the help of today’s technology. We have su f fered t h rough tough economic times, with unemployment, and under employment, but that is turning around. I have started a small business and have seen it grow over the last year, and Merry has again found full-time work. I will be undergoing some minor surgery the week of Thanksgiving, and Merry will be by my side to help me through my recovery. But possibly the most special
fi nished college by age 18 but saw nothing spectacular about that. She was simply doing what she could at the time. The best thing about Mom: She really understood the power of kindness. “Sometimes forgiveness of self is the best bridge to happiness,” she said recently when I told her about something I have always regretted. She chose words carefully, to heal and inspire. Thanks, Mom.
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Friends – Family – Fun
Ancestors
Grandparents and parents – paving the way for us to have a bountiful life
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Being a good citizen to our fellow man Being good people
Sharing
Helping others at all times and especially the less fortunate
Giving
Sharing our thoughts and bounties with others
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Tis the Season to party – office – home – family – forget the diets & scales – fun dressing up
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Phone calls – connections – happy talk conversations – a feel good feeling in the ears
Individuals
Our mothers, dads, brothers, sisters & other relatives & friends – who provide – LOVE – The fuel for life
Neighbors
We are all lucky to have good neighbors who are like part of the family
God
God provides us multiple blessings for a good life and takes care of those who have provided for or befriended us in our lives – including those who have gone before us. God bless each of us – Happy Thanksgiving to all – here & in our thoughts.
has a terminal illness how that truly feels. Dying people have taught me how to live. I have met some amazing patients along with their families who have these amazing attitudes of gratitude. Life is a gift. At times, it’s not easy being on this earth. We all have our share of heartaches (some more than
others). I think of the phrase “Life is short.” When a 36-year-old person is diagnosed with an incurable cancer, life is short. Too short. I am truly thankful for the gift of life, whatever time I have been given on this earth.
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“It’s jobs, it’s linking to jobs,” she said. “It’s quality of life: seniors who maybe don’t want to drive anymore, people who don’t have cars. And it’s economic development: what that light rail system means for the area in terms of attracting business.”
PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING During that same meeting, Metro Transit’s Deputy General Manager Mark Fuhrmann offered an update to Chamber members on the status of LRT. The Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce has endorsed the project, as has the Eden Prairie City Council. In a recent business survey of the city, 60 percent of respondents supported light rail for the region, said Chamber President Pat MulQueeney. It’s estimated the project would create 3,800 jobs and help connect workers to an estimated 270,000 jobs in the corridor.
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County Commissioner Jan Callison addressed the Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce last week. She offered her pitch for support of light rail transit: “It’s jobs; it’s linking to jobs,” she said. F u h r m a n n t h a n ke d t he Chamber for the support. “We still have some work to do at the Legislature,” he noted. Despite the funding challenges, Southwest LRT has passed a crucial test this year when it received federal approval for preliminary engi-
neering (PE). Fuhrmann said there are about 100 rail projects nationwide that are seeking federal funding but, of that, 13 have received the OK for preliminary engineering. “That’s a very strong vote of confidence from FTA that the southwest project is a very solid
project and it’s going to be a good investment for the federal government,” he said. T he federa l gover n ment would cover half the cost of the $1.25 billion price tag. The remainder of the cost would be split three different ways, with 30 percent coming from the County Transit Improvement Board (CTIB), which was sanctioned by legislation approved in 2008 that allows metro counties to opt for a transit sales tax. Ten percent of the funding would result from state bonding legislation and another 10 percent from the Hennepin County Regional Rail Authority, said Fuhrmann. The line is projected to be open by 2018. Operating costs would be split three ways, with 33 percent projected to come from fares, and the remainder from CTIB and the state general fund. Fuhrmann stressed that property tax levies would not be impacted by the project’s operational costs.
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grant college credit or advanced placement for a score of 3 or above on AP exams.” Doing well in AP, “shows that a student can succeed in a college level course,” said Steve Rollin, the gifted and talented program coordinator for EPHS. For getting into a college it’s good to show you’ve taken these rigorous courses, he said. This year, 80 percent of the test takers earned a three or better, he noted, while last year, it was 78 percent. “We’ve been going up because of all the new courses that have been offered.” This year the new course was AP U.S. government, he noted. “It really just says many good things about the school and the school district that we’re training kids to try these courses,” Rollin said.
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AP U.S. HISTORY CLASS HEARS FROM WWII VET For more than 20 years, Jack Fitzgerald has been visiting Eden Prairie High School history classes to share his experience on an aircraft carrier in World War II. He shared war stories and a few choice tales about the teacher, his daughter, Sheila Fitzgerald. Monday, AP U.S. history students listened as Fitzgerald, 86, spoke of his time as a trumpet player in the Navy band and
nepin County for developing the LRT project over what has been a decade. “In the big picture we’re halfway done with this project, but the real work begins now with the PE approval,” he said. He said that the project has two main differences when compared to other rail projects in the region. The county has done a great job in really pulling the project into its community works initiative, he said. That means there’s a better link to the land use and the transit engineering. “We’ll integrate that to better plan that land use in and around all of those 17 station sites,” he said. The other big dif ference with this project is that they will have to factor in what to do with the freight rail system that shares the light rail space. It will either have to be relocated or somehow incorporated next to the LRT route. The next big hurdle for the project is getting through the
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Jack Fitzgerald has been visiting his daughter Sheila’s history class for 23 years to share stories from his World War II experience. Monday he spoke to students in AP U.S. History. serving as a loader on the USS Saratoga. Throughout his lecture, Sheila would interrupt to prompt the class to think of the context of what her father was sharing. “A lot of these kids, their grandparents served, and their grandparents are no longer around,” she said. When he returned from the war, the GI bill paid for his college education. Jack became a professor of music (even getting his own daughter as a student at one point). He still plays trumpet and volunteers to play Taps at veterans’ funerals. “I hit 2,000 last Sunday,” he said about the number of funerals where he’s played. During his visit, Shei la Fitzgerald asked the class why they took AP history. “I like challenging myself,”
said Ashley Pettingill, in response. The class is more than just reading, “it’s actually really interactive,” said Rachel Abercrombie. It’s more than having us sit and listen to the lecture, said Abercrombie. “I really like the challenge and this is one of the only classes I can actually have an interest in and like the class and not just get the knowledge,” said Zack Peters. Sheila Fitzgerald asked the class to raise their hands if they worked harder in the past nine weeks than they ever thought they would. A class-full of hands shot up. “I’m just so proud that they’re willing to step up because there are far easier things to do,” said Fitzgerald.
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Volume 2 of the cookbook is available now. This cookbook can be purchased by contacting Tammy Brooks at (952) 937-8205 or at Dunn Bros coffee shop on Eden Prairie Road. T he recipes a re from friends and family members from Eden Prairie. There are recipes from Vikings players, wives and coaches, Eden Prairie fi refighters, teachers and more. P roceeds benef it t he Foundation for Eden Prairie Schools, Eden Prairie Historical Society, Eden Prairie fi refighters and Bridging.
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Members of the Summerhill Cooperative of Eden Prairie, 7610 Smetana Lane, will be mixing, baking and packing boxes of peanut butter kiss cookies for our armed forces serving abroad at 10 a.m. Dec. 1 in the Cooperative’s Great Room. “This is one way the Cooperative’s members feel they can thank those men and women who are serving our
For the fi fth year, American Red Cross and Pitney Bowes are partnering to ensure all Americans have an opportunity to send a touch of home this holiday season to members of our U.S. military, veterans and their families, many of whom will be far away from home this holiday
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SIDE LINES Hegland inducted into Augsburg Hall of Fame
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After intercepting a pass, Eden Prairie’s Logan Duitsman (No. 20) had room to run, room to run 65 yards for a touchdown. The Eden Prairie defense limited the Totino-Grace starting quarterback to a 6-18 for 65 yard performance.
State’s best to come from Lake’s best Eden Prairie and Wayzata to meet again in 5A title game BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com
four touchdowns. Those numbers, in turn, allowed the senior running back to reach two big milestones, 4,000 career yards, 50 career touchdowns. Credit? Credit goes to staying healthy and playing on good teams. “He’s had good lines to run behind,” said Grant, “and defenses that give the ball back to the offense.” Shaeffer would also impress, completing 6-7 passes for 158 yards and one touchdown. If it weren’t for a phantom holding call, it could’ve been two touchdowns.
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wo weeks ago, an oh-oh moment occurred for Eden Prairie’s opposition on the first play of the game when the Eagles’ Andrew Larson accepted a handoff and then ran 59 yards for a touchdown. Never mind that the run was called back because of a holding penalty. In Friday’s state semifi nal against Totino-Grace, an ohoh moment, or should we say moments, fi rst occurred when Larson raced 25 yards on the first play from scrimmage. Two plays later, Grant Shaeffer would connect with Roy McGhee on a 33-yard touchdown pass. Never mind that the play was called back because of a holding penalty. Like two weeks ago, the damage had been done. Stopping Eden Prairie’s offense wasn’t just going to be a problem; it was going to be a nightmare. Seven plays after the holding call, Larson scored Eden Prairie’s first touchdown of the game on a 3-yard run. As he broke loose from what looked like a sure tackle, a TotinoGrace fan slapped a tournament program in disbelief. “We had him,” he said. Wonder what he said a fter Larson scored his second touchdown? After his third touchdown? After his fourth touchdown? Needless to say, the rout was on. “It’s a good sign,” said Eden P r a i r ie He ad C oach M i ke Grant, “as we seem to be getting better every week. Friday, we stepped it up again and played
Andrew Larson scored four touchdowns in Eden Prairie’s 49-7 win over Totino-Grace. His 51 touchdowns is a team record. with a lot of emotion.” Friday, Larson opened the Eden Prairie scoring with a 3-yard touchdown run. Three minutes later, he’d put Eden Prairie up by two scores with a 10-yard touchdown. Six minutes later, he scored his third touchdown of the game, this time on a 6-yard run. By now, Totino-Grace was in a panic. Not only were they trailing 21-0, but they were facing third-and-23 from the Eden Prairie 39 -yard line. Logan Duitsman intercepted a pass and raced 65 yards for a touchdown. When it rains, it pours. Eden Prairie’s defense forced a three-and-out and the Eagles offense ran seven plays before McGhee scored on a 7-yard run. Get the picture? “We looked at who t hey played,” said Grant, “and after losing to a great Minnetonka team 28-0, they hadn’t played a top 10 team all season.”
Bottom line: Eden Prairie is oh-oh good.
DOUBLE DARE Leading 42-0, Eden Prairie opened the second half with three running plays followed by their first punt of the game. Yeah, it’s tough to run against an 11-man front. When Eden Prairie got the ball back, they decided that they weren’t going to bang their heads into the proverbial brick wall. Instead, Shaeffer threw over the top of Totino’s defense to a wide open Rashawn Fountain who caught the ball and sprinted for a 91-yard touchdown. Dare Eden Prairie to pass while leading 420, how about a double dare? Totino-Grace avoided the shutout with a fourth-quarter touchdown. Final score: Eden Prairie 49, Totino-Grace 7.
BY THE NUMBERS Larson, seeing limited duty, ran 17 times for 141 yards and
THEY MEET AGAIN The day after Eden Prairie defeated Totino-Grace 49-7, Wayzata beat Cretin-DerhamHall 42-0, setting up easily one of the most anticipated big-school championship games in tournament history. During the regular season, Wayzata blanked Eden Prairie 9-0. That was then, this is now. One, Larson is healthy. Two, they’ve played each other. Three, the game will be played in perfect conditions. Does that mean he expects another low scoring affair? “I’ll tell you what I told a radio guy,” said Grant, with a laugh. “If it’s not low scoring, it’ll be high.” Friday’s game, at the Metrodome, is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m.
Eden P rai rie resident Mitch Hegland, a 1991 alumnus of Augsburg College, was recently inducted into the 2011 class of the Augsburg College Athletic Hall of Fame. The induction ceremony was held on Oct. 20 on the Augsburg campus. One of the top lightweight wrestlers in Augsburg histor y, Hegland was a key member of Auggie teams that were part of the ascent to national dominance in small-college wrestling. A two-time All-American at Mitch Hegland 118 pounds, Hegland finished sixth nationally in 1989 and fi fth nationally in 1990, and was a member of teams that fi nished eighth in 1988, third in 1989 and second in 1990, while winning MIAC team titles all four years. Hegland won the MIAC individual title at 118 pounds in 1990, earning conference meet Most Valuable Player honors. Hegland was a team captain his senior year and fi nished his career with a 125-48 record, including 300 takedowns. He is working toward his educational doctorate degree in leadership. Hegland has spent 20 years in the teaching profession, most of it spent in the Eden Prairie School District as a fi fth- and sixth-grade teacher.
Breakfast with Santa to benefit Cooperstown team Celebrate the Holiday Season at the fourth annual Breakfast with Santa event, benefiting the Eden Prairie Cooperstown Baseball Team on Saturday, Dec. 10, from 9 a.m. to noon. at Bent Creek Golf Club. This event includes pancakes, french toast sticks, eggs and sausage, an opportunity to get pictures with Santa, and a silent auction. Tickets are $10 each (children 3 and younger get in free). For tickets, or more information, email epcooperstown2012@gmail.com.
EP JO travel volleyball registration closes Friday Registration for the 2012 Eden Prairie Junior Olympic/ travel volleyball season is now open. Girls, in grades four to 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.
Winter Lacrosse Clinics Registration is now open for the Eden Prairie Lacrosse Association’s Winter Lacrosse Clinics. The instructional clinics are for boys and girls grades 2-12 (beginner to advanced). For more information or to register online, go to eplacrosse.com.
EP Fastpitch Association Fall Clinics The Eden Prairie Fastpitch Association announces the return of its new and improved Fall Clinics. Once again, the clinics will be instructed by the Minnesota Fastpitch Association team led by Julie Standering. To see a flyer and video presentation, visit epfastpitch.com. Registration is available online. Clinics will be held in the PrairieDome on Sundays from 2-4 p.m. (Nov. 6, 13 and 20; Dec. 4, 11, 18.
TAGS accepting Fall 2 registration TAGS Gymnastics is taking registrations for its Fall 2 session in Eden Prairie. Classes are offered for boys and girls ages 18 months through 17 years (all ability levels). TAGS has provided quality instruction in a safe, positive atmosphere for 34 years. For more information, contact TAGS Eden Prairie at (952) 920-5342 or tagsgym.com.
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Eagle swimmers super in state finals Lake Conference teams finish one, two, four and seven BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com
Give it up to the Lake Conference girls swim teams who placed first (Edina), second (Minnetonka), fourth (Eden Prairie) and seventh (Wayzata) at Saturday’s state meet. And give it up to Eden Prairie, who not on ly f i nished six points away from medaling (third place), but within shouting distance (23 points) of second place. “When the season started, I was hoping we could fi nish in the top five,” said Eden Prairie Head Coach Kelly Boston. Yeah, Boston’s team was composed of a bunch of overachievers, young overachievers. “One senior swam a relay,” adds Boston. Yep, Eden Prairie’s future looks bright. Eden Prairie (Rachel Baker, Emma Novak, Bre Thorne and Sarah Coolidge) opened the meet with a first place fi nish in the consolation heat of the 200 medley relay. Eden Prairie swam the race in a time of 1:49.55, a second and
a half faster than its preliminary time. From there, Kira Zubar fi nished fi fth in the 200 freestyle (1:50.28). “She broke the team record by .4 of a second,” adds Boston. E l l ie Suek , p o st i n g her best time ever, fi nished sixth in the 200 individual medley (2:07.66). “She swam her best time in the preliminaries,” said Boston, “and then beat it on Saturday.” Ditto for Thorne. In the 100 butterf ly, the eighth-grader swam a 57.50 during Friday’s preliminaries and then a 56.72 in the fi nals. As a result, she placed third. “That’s incredible,” adds Boston. Coolidge would miss out on racing on Saturday, fi nishing 17th (59.73). Zubar would be credited with Eden Prairie’s best fi nish, a fi rst place fi nish in the 500 (4:52.45). “That’s a tough event and she had to swim it a lot during the regular season,” said Boston. “She was a 5:05 for most of the year, a 4:58 on Friday and
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Winning EPFSC members include (front row, left to right): Jacie Gerber, Jamie Yuan and Sydney Schnell; (back row) Julie Underwood, Amelia Thoreson, Sara Haines, Sophia Modeas and Michelle Nguyen. Not pictured, but also placing are Zach Zarling, Tanush Dhingra, Maggie Jay, Ava Palma, Jacob Ballintine, Rachel Larson, Caroline Orwoll, Jessica Larson, Mary Nystrom, Josie Lippincott, Katelyn Schmidt, Hannah Sirek, Keolina In, Rachel Nelson, Ivy Tran, MacKenzie Hoyer, Lindsay Karner, Maddy Kennedy, Ana Radosevich, Brooke Ramlo, Allison Steen, Lily EvansRiera, Anna Cron, Megan Sternke, Libby Isaacson, Amanda Renn, Crystal Li and Anna Bock.
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Sophomore Kira Zubar won the 500 freestyle race with a time of 4:52.45. In addition, she’d finish fifth in the 200 freestyle (1:50.28). Both times are team records.
Members of the Eden Prairie Figure Skating Club (EPFSC) celebrate their fi nishes from this fall’s eighth annual Autumn Skate Fest in Burnsville and the 20th annual Granite City Classic in St. Cloud. Up next for the Southwest metro area skate club members is the 2012 Northland Figure Skating Competition in Duluth in January.
EPHS Sports This Week FOOTBALL Friday, Nov. 25........................................State Championship at Metrodome ..................... 7 p.m. GIRLS HOCKEY Tuesday, Nov. 29.....................................Hill Murray at Aldrich Arena ............................ 7:30 p.m. GIRLS BASKETBALL Tuesday, Nov. 29.....................................Eagan ................................................................. 7 p.m. BOYS BASKETBALL Tuesday, Nov. 29.....................................at Edina .............................................................. 7 p.m. DANCE TEAM Tuesday, Nov. 29.....................................Lake Meet @ Minnetonka .................................... 7 p.m.
Eighth-grader Bre Thorne placed third in the 100 butterfly, swimming the race in 56.72. Her seed time was 57.50.
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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YOUTH SPORTS
Editor’s note: Preseason Eden Prairie High School winter sports coverage continues this week with stories on EPHS girls basketball and Dance teams. Coverage will continue next week with dance team, boys basketball and boys hockey stories. A complete collection of EPHS winter sport schedules can be found at lakeconference.org.
Girls basketball: Different than last year BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com
Chris Carr, head coach of the Eden Prairie High School girls basketball team, isn’t a tree climber, so he’s not going out on any limbs. “I’m not sure,” he said, of the expectations for this year’s team. “And I’m not going to make any bold predictions. We could be a .50 0 team at Christmas or we might not win a game.” Yeah, Eden Prairie graduated Morgan Van Riper-Rose, the Eagles all-time leader in scoring, Aubrey Davis, not only a prolific scorer, but the team’s best ball handler and Taylor Uhl, an athlete, a leader and a winner. Still, the cupboard is barely bare. For one, er two, Carr returns University of Minnesota recruits Jackie Johnson and Shayne Mullaney. “We’ve got some girls who need to grow into roles and some girls, like Cassy Saxton and Annie Thul, who need to increase their roles,” adds Carr. Bottom line: This year’s team is going to be different than last year. Style of play?
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8As win Chaska Classic Tournament The Eden Prairie 8A boys travel basketball team won a Chaska Classic Tournament title (Nov. 12-13). En route to its championship, Eden Prairie defeated Prior Lake (49-27), Wayzata (58-32) and Edina (56-39) before beating Elk River (48-36) in the title game. Team members include (front row, left to right) Ryan Jacobus, Jack Jenson, Nick Geolat and Brady Rudrud; (back row) Coach Steve Geolat, Jeff Athey, Ryan Swanson, Michael Swanson, Jake Ruppert, Carter Coughlin and Coach Randy Jacobus. PHOTO BY DANIEL HUSS
Cassy Saxton (left), Annie Thul, Jackie Johnson, Shayne Mullaney and Carley Tibbets are the captains of this year’s Eden Prairie High School girls basketball team. “Don’t know,” said Carr, “a nd won’t k now u nti l we start playing games.” When asked if Eden Prairie will be a fast team (transition) or slow team (half court), Carr passes. “We’re going to hang our hats on the fact that we work really hard,” he said. They also have the benefit of having played for Carr last year. “ T hey k now what to ex-
pect,” said the coach. When asked about the Lake Conference, Carr uses a single word. “Brutal,” he said. For sure, Eden Prairie plays home and away games against Hopkins, the defending state champion, Edina, Wayzata and Minnetonka. Again, brutal. Add the added importance of a team’s QRF (Quality Results Formula) ranking and every game becomes a chal-
lenge. “We play five of the eight teams in our section,” said Carr, “meaning it’s going to be a grind if we hope to position ourselves for a No. 1 seed.” A very talented Edina team and a much improved Bloomi ng ton Ken nedy squad are saying the same things. Eden Prairie is scheduled to play its home opener Tuesday, Nov. 29, against Eagan (7:30 p.m.).
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Green Gators win Eagle Bowl title The Eden Prairie Green Gators won a 2011 Fifth Grade Eagles Bowl title, beating a very talented Eden Prairie White team 20-0. Team members include Will Becker, Nate Bellefeuille, Shane Boe, Carter Boldenow, Steven Delp, Jaden DeWolf, Tyler Donahue, Callan Happe, John Hilton, Aaron Martinka, Elijah Meyer, Jack Mikota, Carson Olk, Fritz Schumacher, Danny Schwieters, Clayton Shultz, Jake Vaughan, Bren Vigil and Ashton Voehl.
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T he E den P r a i r ie H i g h School dance team finished second in High Kick at last year’s State Meet. Since then, they’ve graduated 12 seniors. This year, the Eagles will field the youngest team in school history. Does that mean duplicating, or besting, last year’s fi nish is out of the question? “Absolutely not,” insists E den P r a i r ie He ad C o ach Tracy Oliver. “Yeah, we’ve got a lot to work on, but these girls work really hard and they’ve got tons of determination.” Work? “They practice three hours a day,” adds Oliver. The challenge, especially for a young team, is to get everyone on the same page. “ B e c au s e d a nc e do e sn’t have a feeder program like other sports, we’re getting girls from different places,” said Oliver. “That means we have to start by teaching them the Eden Prairie way, Eden P r a i r ie at h let ici sm , E den Prairie technique and Eden Prairie training.” And? “We’re not section ready,” said Oliver, “but we’re moving forward.” Ready or not, Eden Prairie’s competitive season was set to
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then a 4:52 Saturday.” Suek wou ld pl ac e 10 t h with a time of 5:06.72. Her seed time was 5:10.16. Thorne and Baker would pu nctuate Eden P rai rie’s individual event run with sixth (57.94) and 11th place (58.99) fi nishes in the 100 backstroke. P r ior to t he backstroke event, Eden Prairie (Coolidge, Marla Albanese, Zubar and Suek) would place fi fth in the 200 freestyle re-
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7B-1s win Eagan Run-n-Gun Classic PHOTO BY DANIEL HUSS
Andria Wentzel, Jenna Gasner, Miranda Kozlicki and Allison Steen are the captains of this year’s Eden Prairie High School Dance Team. begin Tuesday. “We’re not asking for or expecting perfection,” said Oliver. “I nstead, we’l l see where we are and see what we need to work on.” L ast yea r, Wayzat a won L a ke Con ference Ja zz a nd Lake Conference All-Around titles. Eden Prairie was the Lake Conference High Kick champions. “We never used to be a kick
lay. “We swam 40s and 41s during the regular season,” said Boston, “a 39 on Friday and then a 37 on Saturday, that’s incredible.” E den P r a i r ie’s of f ici a l time was 1:37.64, making it the fastest Eden Prairie 200 since the mid 1990s. Last, but not least, Eden P r a i r ie ( S uek , C o ol id g e, Zubar and Thorne) ended its Super Saturday with a fourth place finish in the 400 freestyle relay (3:32.16). Fittingly, Lake Conference tea ms wou ld f i nish f i rst, second, third and four th. Go fi gure.
team,” adds Oliver. What? “Seeing good competition at every meet has made us stronger,” said Oliver. I n t heor y, Eden P rai rie wants to be proficient, statemeet proficient, in both Jazz and High Kick. “Unlike a lot of the other teams, we alternate between Jazz and Kick ever y other day,” said the coach.
That being said, one of the goals of this year’s team is to qualify for the State Meet in both Jazz and High Kick. “That’s a lot to live up to,” admits Oliver. In her next breath she says it’s doable. “They’ve got a lot of deter mination and they work hard, really hard,” she said. Sounds like they’re halfway there.
The Eden Prairie 7B-1 boys travel basketball team won the Eagan Run-n-Gun Classic Tournament (Nov. 13), beating Eagan (51-25), Lakeville North (52-36) and Farmington (52-47).Team members include (back row, left to right): Assistant Coach Ben Drew, JJ Drew, Noah Andersen, Adam Ryski, Steven Miner and Head Coach Mark Miner; (front row) Tommy Fuller, Connor Young, Emmett Belongie and Mike Espe.
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6B buzzer beater beats Tonka
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Junior Ellie Suek earned points in two individual events, placing sixth in the 200 individual medley (2:07.66) and 10th in the 500 freestyle (5:06.72).
The Eden Prairie 6B girls travel basketball team placed third at the recent Eden Prairie Tournament, beating Minnetonka (14-13) in the third place game with a buzzer beater. Team members include (front row, left to right): Kaiden Coughlin, Maren Beaver, Kathryn Anderson, CeAnna Cummings and Gaby Cespedes. Back row: Zoey Brooks, Hope Christensen, Charlotte Polk, Sydney Jones, Lydia Schmidtke and Head Coach Heather Cook.
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Restaurant roundup
A summary of new dining options in EP – Compiled by Leah Shaffer
Backstreet Kitchen
Backstreet Kitchen is in Eden Prairie’s Golden Triangle.
Backstreet Kitchen, which opened this August, is tucked away in the Golden Triangle and serves primarily as a lunch and breakfast eatery for those who visit its Washington Avenue retail location. Backstreet Kitchen offers dine-in, take-out, delivery and catering services and is open from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, when it offers an “all-youcan-eat” fish fry. Menu options include breakfast sandwiches, wraps, pasta, hot dogs, salads and a wide variety of sandwiches. Location: 7264 Washington Ave. S. Specialties: Backstreet Kitchen offers an extensive catering menu with themes such as clam bake, paella party, pasta bar, BBQ and even a hot-dog cart rental. For those who work in the Golden Triangle, Backstreet Kitchen can also provide a convenient location to pick up breakfast or lunch. More information: Call (952) 3530204, or email orders @ backstreetkitchen.com. Visit BackstreetKitchen. com to learn more.
Dickey’s recently opened at SouthWest Station.
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Dickey’s Barbecue Pit has been open at SouthWest Station since the beginning of October. The restaurant is one of four other franchises in the Twin Cities owned by Desi Williamson (other locations include Coon Rapids, Burnsville and Maple Grove). Williamson said they opened in Eden Prairie because he wanted a location in the western suburbs. The store is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. “We just saw Eden Prairie as a wonderful viable market,” he said. When you walk into a Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, you’re not in Minnesota, you’re in Texas,
at an old-fashioned barbecue restaurant, he said. “We are singularly the best value in this town for quality of food and price point,” Williamson said, noting that they offer free ice cream, free pickles and free refi lls on drinks. Location: 13250 Technology Drive Specialties: “Our specialty is smoked barbecue,” said the owner. The store offers eight different types of meat, and 11 side items. “People love our smoked meats, especially our ribs,” Williamson said. More information: Call (952) 934-5126 or visit dickeys.com.
Rare: Steak and Sushi is the new restaurant within Life Time Fitness in Eden Prairie.
Rare: Steak and Sushi
Famous Dave’s will open Dec. 5 just off Flying Cloud Drive and Prairie Center Drive.
Rare: Steak and Sushi opened in the Prairie Center Drive Life Time Fitness this fall. The restaurant, which also operates a location in Minneapolis, features “premium grass-fed beef and sustainably sourced sushi,” according to its website. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week. Location: Within the Eden Prairie Life Time Fitness, 755 Prairie Center Drive Specialties: Steak, seafood, sushi More information: Call the Eden Prairie Life Time Fitness at (952) 829-8400 or visit rarempls.com.
Famous Dave’s BBQ Shack Famous Dave’s is opening a new location in the former Boston Market site in Eden Prairie. “It is our new fast casual barbecue shack,” said President and CEO Chris O’Donnell. “The new shack features a specialized core barbecue menu, but “we’ll be able to execute at a much faster pace,” said O’Donnell. The restaurant will offer a curb-side pick-up window for those who have ordered food ahead of time. The grand opening or “rib-cutting” event will be held Monday, Dec. 5. The restaurant will be open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Location: 590 Prairie Center Drive Specialties: “We are famous for our (St. Louisstyle) ribs,” said O’Donnell. He suggests residents stop in and “order a feast.” His personal favorite is the pork sandwich, which has a hickory-smoked flavor. “It’s just heaven,” he said. More information: Visitors can order at the counter for dine-in or take-out. You can phone in orders by calling (952) 941-5849 or visiting famousdaves.com. Those who order by phone or online can make use of the drive-through window.
The new space for Five Guys Burgers and Fries is being renovated at Castlemoor Drive.
IHOP
Five Guys Burgers and Fries
A new IHOP has opened in Eden Prairie this year. The restaurant chain offers plenty of breakfast options and it’s open 24 hours a day. It’s tucked away just off the intersection of Flying Cloud Drive and Technology Drive. Location: 11825 Technology Drive Specialties: With this location open 24-hours a day, IHOP provides a great place to grab a cup of coffee and pile of pancakes during the late or early hours. More information: Visit ihop.com or call (952) 641-3980.
This burger chain has been spreading faster than wildfire around the country. The latest location is set to open in Eden Prairie, at what was Cosi. According to the website, the original “5 Guys” started in 1986 when Jerry and Janie Murrell offered sage advice to the four young Murrell brothers: “Start a business or go to college.” The business route won and the Murrell family opened a carry-out burger joint in Alexandria, Va. Under the guidance of Jerry and Janie, the Murrell family served only hand-formed burgers cooked to perfection on a grill along with fresh-cut fries cooked in pure peanut oil ...” The restaurant remains that simple with a menu that mostly consists of made-to-order burgers and fresh-cut fries. Location: 12555 Castlemoor Drive Specialties: As the name implies, it’s pretty much just burgers and fries. According to the website, items are made fresh at the restaurant. No food is frozen. The chain now has over 900 locations. More information: Visit fiveguys.com.
Left — The new IHOP is a little hard to spot off of Flying Cloud Drive. To get to the entrance, turn onto Technology Drive.
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SmashBurger opened this year in Eden Prairie. Tea Source will open in what was Dunn Bros. next to the library.
SmashBurger SmashBurger opened in Febr uar y in a new retai l mall just off of Flying Cloud Drive and West 78th Street. SmashBurger is chain that features a variety of burgers and chicken sandwiches. It is open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. L o c at ion : 8 0 4 5 F lyi ng Cloud Drive. Specialties: The website describes the burgers as shaped
from plump meatballs (never frozen). According to the site, “unlike the other burger places, we don’t squish. We smash. Place your order and we spring into action, painting the grill with real butter, adding a dash of our secret spice blend and smashing the meatball with a tool we invented ourselves (it’s so new it doesn’t even have a name – let’s just call it the
smashing tool). Smashing caramelizes the beef, creating a sear that locks in the juices as no other cooking method can.” The restaurant features a black-bean burger for vegetarians and offers Haagen-Dazs based shakes and sweet-potato fries along with conventional fries. More information: Call (952) 943-9010 or visit smashburger.com.
TeaSource TeaSource should be opening soon after the holidays but will have its grand opening Jan. 7, according to owner Bill Waddington, who also operates stores in St. Paul and St. Anthony. “We carry about 250 different loose-leaf teas from all over the world,” said Waddington, who buys directly from the growers.
“We sell them all bulk,” but “we also will serve any of them there.” The store, located next to the Eden Prairie Library, will feature walls with high resolution graphics that feature images of tea being grown in fields. “It’s going to be a visual delight,” said Waddington. Location: 561 Prairie Center Drive
Specialties: The store will offer a wide variety of teas to purchase in bulk. Waddington recommends visitors try their homemade chai. A brand new blend for the holidays will taste like Christmas cookies. More information: Call (612) 788-4842 or visit teasource. com.
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season, according to a news release. Star Bank Eden Prairie is hosting a card signing event at the bank from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 29. The goal for the event is to have over 500 cards signed. “The simple act of receiving a card with a holiday greeting or message of thanks is an enormous morale booster and can have a great impact on a military member,” said Harry Wahlquist, President/CEO of Star Bank and longtime Board Member and volunteer with the Twin Cities Area Chapter of the American Red Cross. Cards will be provided.
Lioness seek gardens for tour The Eden Prairie Lioness Club is seeking gardens that will be highlighted on its 12th annual garden tour on July 15, 2012. If you have a garden to show, or would like to suggest a garden, contact Jean Myers at (952) 937-2865 or pjmyers@usfamily. net. The Eden Prairie Lioness is a local community service organization. All proceeds from the event go back to the community.
Novelist to appear locally Shakopee resident Lyle Scott Lee is set to sign copies of his book “The Spirit of Nova” f rom 1- 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 17, at Dunn Bros. Coffee on Eden Prairie Road in Eden Prairie. “The Spirit of Nova” is loosely based on Lee’s greataunt Nora Anderson, a Minnesota school teacher who served as a U.S. Army nurse in
www.edenprairienews.com | Eden Prairie News France during World War I. Lee, a data specialist for Supervalu, has written many short stories over the past 25 years. This is his fi rst novel published through Tate Publishing and due for release Nov. 29.
Disability Awareness Committee event Eden Prairie’s Disability Awareness Committee is planning a community book club event for teens and adults from 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 19, at the city of Eden Prairie’s Heritage Rooms, 8080 Mitchell Road, lower level. Reserved copies of “Look Me in the Eye” by John Elder Robison are available at the Eden Prairie Library. Robison is set to interact with the group at the event as he’s piped in to address the group and respond to questions, according to a news release. His book describes his struggles with Asperger syndrome, a form of autism, and how it affected his efforts to forge relationships and interact socially. Cost is $5. Register online at epcommunityed.org or call (952) 975-6940. The community is invited to the event.
Photo contest at Dunn Bros.
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Shoppers at Eden Prairie Center on a previous late-night Black Friday.
The third annual photo contest at the Smith Douglas More House Dunn Bros, “Picture This,” continues through Dec. 1. “We would like to see your most creative images taken at the Smith Douglas More House,” according to a news release. “themes can include coffee, Eden Prairie history, nature, relationships or community. … Photos wi l l be j judged on creativity, uniqueness and creative expression.” First place wins a $150 Dunn Bros. gift card. Winning photos will be included in a calendar, displayed in the store and online. Each entrant can send up to three photos in digital format to dunnbros30@dunnbros.com.
Mall prepares for Black Friday Eden Prairie Center invites shoppers to “get a jump on the jingle” this year. “Shoppers who spend $150 on the morning of Friday, Nov. 25, will receive a $10 Shop Etc. Gift Card when they present their valid receipts at the Merrier Shopping Redemption Zone located on the Upper Level Center Court near the elevator,” according to a news release (while supplies last). Eden Prairie Center released the following list of which stores are opening when.
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Return to Oz CTC’s ‘Wizard of Oz’ takes the audience back home BY BARBARA TIEBEN btieben@swpub.com
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hose who see Children’s Theatre Company’s holiday show, “The Wizard of Oz,” should prepare to be transported – and not just to the Land of Oz. Prepare for a trip back in time. Within minutes of the opening curtain I was once again that 6-year-old with a blanket pulled up to my eyeballs as the tornado roared through my living room. The house, the cow, evil Mrs. Gultch – and the Wicked Witch! – swirled by. And by the time Dorothy’s house thumped down into Munchkinland, I was firmly settled into the year 1963 when I remember taking my first trip to Oz. Artistic Director Peter Rothstein doesn’t miss a delightful nuance from the iconic film as he presents a show that is both familiar and fresh. As the timeless film is so much a part of entertainment history (it was broadcast on television annually from 1959 to 1991), I came to the theater expecting to get reacquainted with my friends Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man and Cowardly Lion. Accompanied by my grandchildren, I expected to see in their faces the delight, fear and amazement I’d experienced during my first journey to Oz. What I didn’t expect was that I would take a trip into my past. Suddenly I was 6-year-old me cowering behind the couch when the Wicked Witch of the West explodes into Munchkinland. And it came rushing back how horrified I was, year after year, by those striped stockings curling up underneath Dorothy’s house. Truly a show for all ages, my grandchildren, ages 5, 6 and 7, had seen and loved the classic film. During our car ride to the theater they asked if I thought trees would throw apples at Dorothy and how a real-life Wicked Witch could melt away on stage. We talked about theater magic and expected we might be amazed. We were not disappointed. Maeve Coleen Moynihan
What I didn’t expect was that I would take a trip into my past. Suddenly I was 6-year-old me cowering behind the couch when the Wicked Witch of the West explodes into Munchkinland. And it came rushing back how horrified I was, year after year, by those striped stockings curling up underneath Dorothy’s house. delights as Dorothy. A former lullaby league munchkin from CTC’s 2002-2003 production of the show, Moynihan perfectly portrays the Dorothy we know and love. And Toto, too! The audience offers warm chuckles each time Toto makes an entrance. Dean Holt, Max Wojtanowicz and Reed Sigmund shine as Scarecrow, Tin Man and Cowardly Lion. Rothstein’s staging offers visual cues that complement the script’s early references to brain, heart and courage as the trio portrays farmhands Hunk, Hickory and Zeke. Jennifer Blagen is every bit as dark and evil as she should be as the Wicked Witch of the West. Though many in the audience know the show well enough to recite lines along with the actors, we still are surprised and frightened each time she appears. In an astounding trick of theater magic, Janet Hanson plays both Aunt Em and Glinda the Good Witch of the North, and she nails the contrasting roles. Scenic Designer Scott Bradley and Costume Designer Helen Q. Huang present a Munchkinland and
PHOTOS BY DAN NORMAN
Above – Maeve Coleen Moynihan is Dorothy, Max Wojtanowicz is Tin Man and Dean Holt is Scarecrow in Children’s Theatre Company’s “The Wizard of Oz.” The show runs through Jan. 8.
At left – The Wicked Witch of the West (Jennifer Blagen) strikes fear in the hearts of Dorothy and her friends during their journey to Oz.
‘The Wizard of Oz’ Children’s Theatre Company enters the Land of Oz for the third time in its 46-year history. The Cowardly Lion, Tin Man, Scarecrow, Dorothy and Toto, too, travel through the timeless classic. Based on the original 1939 film, this production showcases CTC’s trademark scenic and costume design by Scott Bradley and Helen Huang, marking the Emerald City’s return to the stage. Time: Evening and matinee showtimes through Jan. 8 Cost: Adults $19-$49; children 17 and younger, students and seniors $19-39 Location: Children’s Theatre Company, 2400 Third Ave. S., Minneapolis Info: childrenstheatre.org or (612) 874-0400
an Emerald City that are rich and colorful. The poppy field is an enchanting combination of color, texture and motion. The muted tones of the
costumes and set of the Gale farm suggest the classic film’s black and white opening and closing sequences. L. Frank Baum’s 1900
book “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz” has enjoyed myriad cultural references and reinventions such as “The Wiz,” “Wicked” and even an episode of “Scrubs” titled “My Way Home.” CTC’s production brings us back to the heart of the tale and, like Dorothy’s happy ending, feels like a homecoming.
Back to the Book “The Wizard of Oz” is based on L. Frank Baum’s 1900 book “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.” Baum wrote 13 novel sequels, nine other fantasy novels and a host of other works including “The Magical Monarch of Mo.”
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Light bright A re a com mu nities wi l l be celebrati ng t he season with these Christmas lights events.
SHAKOPEE HOLIDAY FESTIVAL Get in the holiday spirit at the annual festival, which includes caroling and holiday music, the Velodazzle Parade, an appearance by Santa, horsedrawn carriage rides, the Shakopee Chamber Toy Drive kick-off and tree lighting ceremony. Hot chocolate, coffee, apple cider and cookies will also be served. Time: 6-8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2 Cost: Free Location: Downtown Shakopee Info: (952) 445-1660
CHANHASSEN TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY Come and see the lighting of the holiday tree in City Center Park and enjoy a bonfire, carolers, refreshments, gingerbread displays, live reindeer, and of course and visit from Santa Claus. Time: 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 Cost: Free Location: City Center Park Plaza, Chanhassen Info: ci.chanhassen.mn.us
HOMETOWN HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING The event featuring a pinata, program, carolers, visit by Santa and the tree lighting. Hometown Holiday
HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING Santa and Mrs. Claus will greet children in Belle Plaine with candy canes. Bring your camera for pictures. Event also includes cookies and cider, horse-drawn carriage rides, music and tree lighting. Time: 6-7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1 Cost: Free Location: Townsend Park, Belle Plaine Info: (952) -873-4295
runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in downtown Chaska. Time: 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 Cost: Free Location: City Square Park, Chaska
WINTERFEST Event includes pictures with Santa, St. John’s Choir performance, tree lighting ceremony, caroling, dance and gymnastic performances. Time: 5-8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 Cost: Free Location: Downtown Savage (123rd Street from Natchez to Princeton Avenue) Info: cityofsavage.com
CHRISTMAS IN VICTORIA Events include crafts, visits by “Buddy the Elf” and Santa, carolers, cookie decorating, treats and more. Tree lighting at 6 p.m. Time: 3-6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 Cost: Free Location: Downtown Victoria Info: victoriaboa.org
HOLIDAY TOUR OF HOMES Tour eight local homes decorated for the holidays. The tour is a fundraiser for the Jordan High School all-night graduation party. Special attractions include the Jordan High School Chamber Singers’ performance at closing social hour at the Jordan Fire Department. Pick up a map at the Jordan Fire Department before starting the tour. Time: 4-9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 Cost: $10 per ticket pre-sale; $12 day of event Location: First stop at the Jordan Fire Department, 431 Varner St. Jordan Info: (952) 492-4400
LAKEFRONT DAZZLE The second annual Pavilion Holiday Lighting Spectacular and Holiday Dazzle Parade includes fireworks,
EUROPEAN CHRISTMAS BOUTIQUE
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Kids enjoy hot cider at the tree lighting festival in Jordan.
pony rides, music, concessions and kettle corn for sale, carolers, face painting, crafts, sledding, skating and photo with Santa. Drop off Toys for Tots or bring a canned good or $1 for the food shelf. Time: 6-8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9 Cost: Free Location: Lakefront Park, Prior Lake Info: cityofpriorlake.com/lakefront_ dazzle.shtml
HOLIDAZZLE PARADES Bundle up the kids, pick up the grandparents and head to the Target Holidazzle Parade. Every year since 1992, when the first parade marched down Nicollet Mall, more than 300,000 spectators converge on downtown Minneapolis to join the sparkling fun of this lighted holiday parade. Brave the wind chill and watch streetside, or keep warm in the downtown skyways
or in the “Hot Seats” where paradegoers can view the parade from the comfort of a heated tent. Time: 6:30 p.m. Thursdays-Sundays, Nov. 25 through Dec. 18 Cost: Streetside and skyways free; hot seats $9 Location: Nicollet Mall from 12th St. to 4th St., Minneapolis Info: holidazzle.com or (612) 338-3807
The second annual European Christmas Boutique and 2012 Czech Heritage Junior Royalty Coronation will feature arts and craft, European imports, ethnic dolls, silent auction, stage entertainment, demonstrations, bake sale, kids activities, St. Nick’s Across Europe featuring the Czech St. Nicholas, door prizes and coronation. Please bring a non-perishable food item for the Peace Center Food Shelf. Time: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4 Cost: Free Location: American Legion Park Ballroom, 300 Lexington Ave. S., New Prague Info: (952) 758-2217 or CzechHeritageClub.com
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let'sGo!Calendar Time: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2; 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 Cost: $47; groups of 10 or more $42 Location: Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville Info: (952) 895-4680 or ticketmaster.com
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Thursday
NOV. 24 CHRISTMAS TREE LOT 2011 Boy Scout Troop 347 of Eden Prairie has opened its tree lot for the 2011 season. Time: Nov. 19–Dec. 20: 6-8 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 6–9 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m.–9 p.m. Saturday; 9 a.m.–8 p.m. Sunday Location: Immanuel Lutheran Church, 16515 Luther Way, Eden Prairie Info: Sheri Dodd, (612) 618-6545
Friday
NOV. 25 OPTIMISTS CHRISTMAS TREE LOT The Eden Prairie Optimists are holding their annual Christmas tree sale fund-raiser again this year. The tree lot opens for business on Friday, Nov. 25, at 9 a.m. The Optimists will be selling a large supply of premium quality Christmas trees and are specializing in fraser firs, ranging from 6 to 12 feet, balsam firs and spruce trees. Decorated holiday wreaths, sizes 26”, 36” and 48” will also be sold. Time: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday and 5-8 p.m. weeknights Location: Round Lake Park, near intersection of Eden Prairie Road and Valley View Road Info: facebook.com/epoptimists.
‘WHITE CHRISTMAS – THE MUSICAL’ The Chaska Valley Family Theatre is presenting a holiday musical by Irving Berlin. Time: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 2, 3, 8, 9 and 10; 2 p.m. Dec. 4, 10 and 11 Cost: Adults: $15; age 17 and under: $10 Location: Chanhassen High School, 2200 Lyman Blvd., Chanhassen Info: (952) 250-7206 or cvft.org
Time: 6:30 p.m. Thursdays-Sundays, Nov. 25 through Dec. 18 Cost: Streetside and skyways free; hot seats $9 Location: Nicollet Mall from 12th St. to 4th St., Minneapolis Info: holidazzle.com or (612) 3383807
VOCALESSENCE: WELCOME CHRISTMAS The VocalEssence Chorus and Ensemble Singers, the Chamber Orchestra and conductor Philip Brunelle will present a concert celebrating the warmth of traditional carols and the excitement of new songs for the season. The audience will enjoy carols from France as well as contest-winning carols for men’s chorus and English horn. Time: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 Cost: $23.50-$43.50 Location: Colonial Church of Edina, 6200 Colonial Way, Edina Info: minnesotaorchestra.org or (612) 371-5656
TEXTURES OF NATURE Touch the textures of nature in this hands-on session. Feel bones and fur, bark and seeds. Then create your own natured textured art. Great for families with children of all ages. Led by Park Ranger Mara Koenig. Time: 1-3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 25 Cost: Free Location: Bloomington Visitor Center, 3815 American Blvd. E., Bloomington Info: (952) 854-5900 or fws.gov/ midwest/minnesotavalley
MEET THE ANIMALS Join a naturalist as she introduces some of Richardson Nature Center’s resident reptiles and amphibians. Meet these herps up close and watch some of them eat. For all ages. Time: 2-3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 25 Cost: Free Location: Richardson Nature Center, 8737 E. Bush Lake Road, Bloomington Info: (763) 559-9000 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
LA DANSE FATALE’S 7TH ANNUAL NUTCRACKER BALLET CLINIC PHOTO BY BOB MECUM
Members of the Celebration Brass Quintet.
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The Holiday Heralds will perform at the Arboretum. Adapted especially for the Old Log Time: 1:30-2 p.m. and 2:30-3 p.m. Theater with music and lyrics by Bob Saturday, Nov. 26 Williams, this rags-to-riches tale about Cost: Free with Arboretum admission a servant girl who is transformed into of $9 for adults; free for ages 15 and a princess is full of music, humor, younger; free to Arboretum members magic and audience participation. It Location: Minnesota Landscape is intended for youngsters of all ages Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Dr., and embraces the holiday spirit. A Chaska concession lunch of hot dogs, chips Info: www.arboretum.umn.edu or and cookies will be available at noon (952) 443-1422 for all shows. Special appearance by Santa Nov. 25 and Dec. 18. TRADITIONAL Time: 1 p.m. Nov. 25-26, Dec. 3, 10, HOLIDAY TEAS 17-18, 26-31 Share holiday joy at these formal teas Cost: $16 complete with freshly baked sweets Location: Old Log Theater, 5185 and savories, plus an English trifle. Meadville St., Excelsior Time: 2:30 p.m. Nov. 26, 30; Dec. 2, Info: oldlog.com or (952) 474-5951 4, 7-11, 15-18, 21-23 and 27-30 STORYTIME BY THE TREES Cost: $23 for Arboretum members; $26 for non-members Sit down with the children by a Location: Snyder Building Tea Room, favorite tree and listen as the elves Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, and helpers tell favorite holiday 3675 Arboretum Dr., Chaska stories. Info: (612) 626-3951 or Time: 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Nov. 25-27; umnarboretum.catertrax.com Dec. 3-4, 10-11, 17-18, 26-31 Cost: Free with regular admission of WEEKEND FAMILY FUN $9 for adults; free for ages 15 and Enjoy nature-based fun for the younger; free to Arboretum members whole family. The November theme is Location: Minnesota Landscape Buckthorn Bust. Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Dr., Time: Noon-4 p.m. Saturday and Chaska Sunday, Nov. 26-27 Info: www.arboretum.umn.edu or Cost: Free with gate admission of (952) 443-1422 $9 for adults; free for ages 15 and younger; free to Arboretum members HOLIDAZZLE PARADES Location: Minnesota Landscape Bundle up the kids, pick up the Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Dr., grandparents and head to the Chaska Target Holidazzle Parade. Every year Info: www.arboretum.umn.edu or since 1992, when the first parade (952) 443-1422 marched down Nicollet Mall, more than 300,000 spectators converge on downtown Minneapolis to join the sparkling fun of this lighted holiday parade. Brave the wind chill and watch streetside, or keep warm in the downtown skyways or in the “Hot THE DAKOTA FRIEND Seats” where parade-goers can view See an original copy of The Dakota the parade from the comfort of a Friend, a newspaper published in heated tent with complimentary hot November 1852 by Gideon Pond in cocoa and cider. The tent is located English and Dakota at the historic in a prime viewing area: Nicollet Pond House this Sunday Mall between 11th and 12th streets. Register for a “Hot Seat” at holidazzle. Time: 1:30-4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 27 Cost: $2 suggested donation com.
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visitors from 1:30 to 2 p.m. and 2:30 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3. The concert is free with Arboretum admission of $9 for adults, free for ages 15 and younger and
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free to Arboretum members. For more information, call (952) 443-1422 or visit the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum website at www.arboretum.umn.edu.
Location: The Pond House at Pond Dakota Mission Park, 401 E. 104th St., Bloomington Info: (952) 563-8738 and ci.bloomington.mn.us
TWIN CITIES BRONZE IN CONCERT The Twin Cities Bronze, an ensemble specializing in English handbells, brings you an afternoon filled with seasonal music. Time: 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 27 Cost: Concert is free, however you must pay to gain admittance into the Arboretum Location: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Blvd., Chaska Info: twincitiesbronze.org.
SPACE EXPLORATION Learn more about the earth, moon and stars by participating in astronaut testing, taking a tour of the planets, making comets and talking about asteroids. The event will end with stargazing and hearing stories of some of the most famous constellations. For all ages. Time: 1-2:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 27 Cost: $5 Location: Lowry Nature Center (Carver Park Reserve), 7025 Victoria Dr., Victoria Info: (763) 559-9000 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
TURKEY TALK Join a Naturalist in the Wildlife Viewing Room where wild turkeys are often seen feeding. Bring questions about turkeys and other wildlife feeding in the backyard. For all ages. Time: 3-4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 27 Cost: Free Location: Richardson Nature
Center, 8737 E. Bush Lake Road, Bloomington Info: (763) 559-9000 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
Tuesday
NOV. 29 MARCIA BALL Four-time Grammy nominee Marcia Ball and her band can raise the roof with an infectious, intelligent and emotional brand of southern boogie, blues and ballads. This program is part of the Take Five Tuesdays after-work concert series which includes a social hour with free hors d’oeuvres and cash bar at 6 p. m. followed by the concert. Time: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 29 Cost: $28 Location: Hopkins Center for the Arts, 1111 Mainstreet, Hopkins Info: hopkinsmn.com or (952) 9791100
Upcoming SAVVY SOIREE: GLENROSE FLORAL Learn how to make a festive holiday bow. See a centerpiece demo. Taste new candies and gourmet items. See new candles, hostess gifts and party ware. There will be drawings for a seasonal wreath and other items and goody bags with treats from local businesses. Those attending are invited to enjoy a complimentary glass of wine at Axel’s next door to finish off the evening. Time: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1 Cost: Free Location: Glenrose Floral, 582 W. 78th St., Chanhassen
AUXILIARY HOLIDAY SALE PREVIEW EVENT Be the first to preview and purchase at the Auxiliary Holiday Sale. Enjoy wine and hors d’oeuvres. Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1 Cost: $25 Location: Snyder Building Lobby and Auditorium, Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Dr., Chaska Info: www.arboretum.umn.edu/ auxiliary.aspx or (952) 625-9865 Info: savvy.mn, click on soirees
4X4 CULINARY CLASSES AND WINE PAIRINGS In these Thursday evening dinners, food- and wine-lovers will experience Minnesota wines and gourmet menus. A leading chef will demonstrate how to create the four-course dinners served and University of Minnesota Enologist Katie Cook will guide participants through the wine pairings. Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1 Cost: per dinner: $55 for Arboretum members; $60 for non members Location: Harvest Kitchen Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Dr., Chaska Info: www.arboretum.umn.edu and click on Learn, Education for Adults and Cooking or call (952) 443-1422
LORIE LINE: ‘CHRISTMAS BELLS ARE RINGING!’ After a two-year hiatus on bell ringing, Lorie Line will bring Christmas music and bell ringing to the BPAC stage. Known for her spectacular costumes, fans will not be disappointed as Line plans to wear the latest and greatest from world famous fashion designers. At the end of the performance, children ages 4 and older will get an invitation to join Santa on stage.
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Children ages 3-12 are invited to participate in the 7th annual Nutcracker Ballet Clinic. Time: 12:45–3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4 Cost: $30 per person Location: Dance Arts Centre, 18690 Lake Drive E., Chanhassen Info: (952) 937-2618 or ladansefatale.org
REJOICE! A CELEBRATION OF CHRISTMAS Pianist Mary Beth Carlson and guest musicians will be performing Christmas tunes for all ages. Time: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9 Cost: Adults: $15; ages 16 and younger: $8 Location: St. Michael’s Lutheran Church 9201 Normandale Blvd., Bloomington Info: marybethcarlson.com or (952) 934-2319
WOMEN OF TODAY HOLIDAY PARTY The Eden Prairie Women of Today’s annual holiday party is a potluck social event with time for the Letters from Santa project that benefits the Children’s Grief Connection. Time: 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 15 Cost: Free Location: The party will take place at a member’s house, if you would like to join, contact the Membership Vice President, Barb, at the email listed below. Info: membership@epwt.org
ACADEMY OF RUSSIAN BALLET’S 10TH ANNUAL PRODUCTION OF THE NUTCRACKER Academy of Russian Ballet dancers will be performing this authentically Russian classical version of the holiday fairytale. Time: 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 16; 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 17; 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 18 Cost: Adults: $29/$23; Seniors: $19; Children $17 Location: Eden Prairie High School Performing Arts Center, 17185 Valley View Road, Eden Prairie Info: (612) 636-3167/ academyofrussianballet.com
WRITER’S FESTIVAL AND BOOK FAIR There will be a book fair, workshops and speakers for writers and other book enthusiasts. Time: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday, March 24 Cost: Keynote Address: $12; Workshops and Panels: $12; Boxed Lunch: $12 (must be preordered) Location: Bloomington Theatre and Art Center, 1800 W. Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington Info: bloomingtonartcenter.com
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LET’sGO!CALENDAR More Fun Things To Do
ST. PAUL ICE FISHING AND WINTER SPORTS SHOW Shop more than 170 exhibits with products and services dedicated to the die-hard ice fishing and winter sports enthusiast. View all new ice fishing products, including fish houses, augers, underwater cameras, digital fish finders, rods and reels, tackle, accessories and apparel. The show will feature all new merchandise at a variety of price points. Time: 1-9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2; 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4 Cost: Adults $8; children 6-12 $4; children 5 and younger free Location: St. Paul RiverCentre, 175 West Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul Info: stpaulicefishingshow.com or (651) 265-4800
TURKEY DAY 5K Hatched in 1989 in downtown Minneapolis, the Turkey Day 5K has grown to host upwards of 15,000 walkers, joggers and runners every Thanksgiving morning. Turkey Day 5K has teamed up with Second Harvest Heartland to provide food assistance to local residents. All participants are asked to bring at least two nonperishable food items to donate on race day. Participants will receive a K-Swiss long-sleeve tech T-shirt. Time: 8 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 24 Cost: Pre-registration adults $30, youth $20; race day adult $40, youth $30; online registration will remain open until 11:59 p.m. Nov. 22 Location: Target Center, 600 First Ave. N., Minneapolis Info: turkeyday-5k.com
‘THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE’
WOMEN STAND UP! COMEDY CABARET
This musical comedy is about six young people in the throes of puberty, overseen by grown-ups who barely managed to escape childhood themselves, all of whom learn that winning isn’t everything and that losing doesn’t necessarily make you a loser. Time: Evening and matinee showtimes Dec. 2-18 Cost: Adults $20; students and seniors $17 Location: Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville Info: (952) 895-4680 or ticketmaster.com
Enjoy brainy, gutsy, heartfelt humor with witty women who speak their minds. “Women Stand Up! A Comedy Cabaret” is a hit series that is a smorgasbord of comedy styles from the Twin Cities’ top female comedians. Time: 10 p.m. Friday, Nov. 25 Cost: $12-$15 Location: Bryant Lake Bowl, 810 W. Lake St., Minneapolis Info: bryantlakebowl.com or (612) 825-3737
‘A DON’T HUG ME CHRISTMAS CAROL’ “A Don’t Hug Me Christmas Carol” is the sequel to the award-winning musical comedy “Don’t Hug Me.” It’s Christmas Eve in Bunyan Bay, Minn. and cantankerous bar owner Gunner Johnson gets in an argument with his wife, Clara, tells her he’s skipping Christmas, storms out of the bar, goes snowmobiling across the lake, falls through the ice, and goes into a coma. He comes back in his dream where he’s visited by folk legend, Sven Yorgensen, who plays the ghost of Christmas past, present and future. Sven takes Gunner on a journey similar to that in Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” only very different. The musical features17 original songs including “Gramma Cut the Christmas Cheese,” “Gunner Fell Into an Ice Hole” and “The Wheel is Turnin’ but the Hamster is Dead. Time: Evening and matinee showtimes Nov. 25-Jan. 1 Cost: $30 Location: New Century Theatre, 615 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis Info: hennepintheatredistrict.org or 612-373-5600
‘I WISH YOU LOVE’ In 1957 Americans were falling in love to the sweet sounds of Nat “King” Cole. His carefully manicured image distracted an entire generation of white viewers from the reality of racial violence raging in the streets. Still, Cole believed that, with enough talent and persistence, he would be judged on the content of his character as opposed to the color of his skin. This intimate portrait of one man, his music and the dreams of a nation is making a return engagement at the Penumbra Theatre by popular demand. Time: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 25-27, 30; 10 a.m. Nov. 30; Dec. 1-4; 2 p.m. Nov. 27 and Dec. 4 Cost: Adults $40; students with current ID $10 Location: Penumbra Theatre, 270 N. Kent St., St. Paul Info: penumbratheatre.org or (651) 224-3180
‘DROP THE MIC! THE LIGHT WITHIN’ “Drop the Mic” is a fusion of the latest hip-hop dance styles with a contemporary theatrical twist. Local choreographic team Dario Mejia and Giselle Mejia have directed up-andcoming talent in the Twin Cities. The show will be hosted by Levi Martin with DJ Los Boogie on the turntables. Performers include emerging singer/ songwriter Alicia Steele, tap dancer Ricci Milan And-a-one on the mic, and b-boy Kailen Nelson. An exhibition of two breaker crews – War Machines (Twin Cities) versus Gravity Benders (Milwaukee) – will battle for number one. Time: 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 25 and Saturday, Nov. 26 Cost: $22 Location: Dowling Studio, Guthrie Theater, 818 Second St. S., Minneapolis Info: guthrietheater.org or (612) 377-2224
COMEDIAN JOLEEN LUNZER Comedian Joleen Lunzer will perform comedy on three nights during Thanksgiving week. Also appearing will be comedian Greg Freiler. Time: 8:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 25; 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 26 Cost: $13 for 8:30 Friday and 8 p.m. Saturday shows; $10 for 10:30 p.m. Saturday show Location: MinneHAHA Comedy Club, 1583 First Ave., Shakopee Info: minnehahacomedyclub.com/ shakopee
‘CHARLEY’S AUNT’ “Charley’s Aunt” centers on two
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Minnetonka Theatre’s “The Sound of Music” will star (front row, from left) Claire DesLauriers as Brigitta, Celia Salita as Gretl, and Aubrey Salita as Marta; (back row) George Mulder as Kurt, Scottie Nicole Schwefel as Louisa, Jen Burleigh-Bentz as Maria, Shelby Flannery as Liesl and Leo Plante as Friedrich.
Enjoy the classic “Nutcraker” ballet performed by the Moscow Ballet troupe. Time: 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Dec. 2-3 Cost: $33-$92 Location: Orpheum Theatre, 910 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis Info: hennepintheatredistrict.org or (612) 339-7007
‘HOT CHOCOLATE’
‘THE SOUND OF MUSIC’ In Rodgers and Hammerstein’s musical a young woman proves too highspirited for the religious life and is dispatched to serve as governess for the seven children of a widowed naval Captain. Her growing rapport with the youngsters gradually captures the heart of the stern Captain and they marry. The family’s narrow escape over the mountains to Switzerland on the eve of World War II provides one of the most thrilling and inspirational finales ever
Oxford undergraduates in search of a chaperone for a proper visit from their girlfriends. Jack and Charley manage to persuade fellow undergraduate Fancourt “Babbs” Babberly to impersonate a millionaire aunt in this hilarious tale of unrequited love and preposterous deception. Time: Evening and matinee showtimes Nov. 26-Jan. 15 Cost: $24-$62 Location: Guthrie Theater, 818 S. Second St., Minneapolis Info: guthrietheater.org or (612) 377-2224
‘SIMPLE GIFTS’ “A Small Town Christmas,” performed by Simple Gifts, will take the audience back to a quieter, simpler time. The six-member ensemble is led by Billy McLaughlin and features acoustic and vocal music. The program will include holiday carols and hymns presented with vocal harmonies and instrumentation. Time: 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 26 Cost: $25 in advance; $30 at the door Location: Lakeville Area Arts Center, 20965 Holyoke Ave., Lakeville Info: (952) 985-4640 or ci.lakeville. mn.us
WEEKEND FAMILY FUN Enjoy nature-based fun for the whole family. The November theme is Buckthorn Bust. Time: Noon-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 26-27 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
SPACE EXPLORATION Learn more about the earth, moon and stars by participating in astronaut testing, taking a tour of the planets, making comets and talking about asteroids. The event will end with stargazing and hearing stories of some of the most famous constellations. For all ages. Time: 1-2:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 27 Cost: $5 Location: Lowry Nature Center (Carver Park Reserve), 7025 Victoria Dr., Victoria Info: (763) 559-9000 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
CENTER OF MARGINS FESTIVAL During the Center of Margins Festival, Mixed Blood Theatre focuses on content and themes about disability,
central characters with disabilities and roles for actors with disabilities. Shows presented include “On the Spectrum,” a world premiere love story asking whether autism is a disability or a difference; “Gruesome Playground Injuries,” a powerful play pairing two of the country’s top deaf actresses in a tale of friends who use scars, injuries and calamity to mark the miles of their relationship; and “My Secret Language of Wishes,” a gripping drama about unconditional love with an allwomen cast. All performances will have projected supertitle captioning and all performances of “Gruesome Playground Injuries” will be performed with American Sign Language. Time: Evening and matinee showtimes through Nov. 27 Cost: Mixed Blood offers seats for nocost admission on a first-come, firstserved basis for each performance; guaranteed admission $15; free guaranteed admission for persons with disabilities and their families Location: Mixed Blood Theatre, 1501 Fourth St. S., Minneapolis Info: mixedbloodtheatre.com or (612) 338-6131
presented in the theatre. Starring Jen Burleigh-Bentz and John Trones. Time: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 9, 10, 16, 17; 2 p.m. Dec. 10 and 17; 4 p.m. Dec. 11 and 18 Cost: $12-$18 Location: Minnetonka Theatre, 18285 Hwy. 7, Minnetonka, MN 55345 Info: minnetonkatheatre.com or (952) 401-5898
Kottke has pursued a musical vision that has placed him among the foremost acoustic guitar stylists of our time. Kottke’s ability to embrace folk idioms and pop melodies as readily as he assimilates jazz and classical influences makes him unique among guitar virtuosi. Time: 7:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 28 Cost: $38-$43 Location: Guthrie Theater, 818 S. Second St., Minneapolis Info: guthrietheater.org or (612) 377-2224
WRITING: MOVING THROUGH RESISTANCE Writers often wonder, “Why is it so hard to write even when I want to?” Rosanne Bane addresses moving through resistance during this writing workshop. Class size is limited and registration is required. Call or visit the hosting library to register. Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 29 Cost: Free Location: Prior Lake Library, 16210 Eagle Creek Ave. S.E., Prior Lake Info: (952) 447-3375 or www.scott. lib.mn.us
Lutheran Church, 12650 Johnny Cake Ridge Road, Apple Valley Info: (651) 291-1144 or thespco.org
CAP/CCRR PLAY AND LEARN Children of all ages and their caregivers are invited to attend this play group for interactive fun focusing on literacy concepts, writing, arts and crafts, music and movement, science, math, large and fine motor skills and the development of social and emotional skills. No registration is required. Please note caregivers must stay in the room with their children. Sponsored by the Friends of the Shakopee Library. Time: 10:30 a.m.-noon Thursday, Dec. 1 Cost: Free Location: Shakopee Library, 235 S. Lewis St., Shakopee Info: (952) 233-9590 or www.scott. lib.mn.us
SCOTT COUNTY CRAZY QUILTERS
Bring needles, yarn, fabric and trim for an evening a needlework. Beginners through masters welcome. The THE MAD RIPPLE STORY TIME WITH Christmas potluck will be held at this HANS PETERSON meeting. In November 2007, writer/songwriter Time: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1 Jim Walsh (aka The Mad Ripple) Jump and jive with local musician started inviting friends both famous Hans Peterson. Join the harvest of fun. Cost: Free Location: Scott County Historical and obscure to participate in a weekly No registration required. Society, 235 Fuller St., Shakopee songwriter circle he called The Mad Time: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 29 Info: (952) 445-0378, (507) 868Ripple Hootenanny. Launched as a Cost: Free 4058 or scottcountyhistory.org way for audiences to hear songwriters Location: Jordan Library, 230 S. in an intimate setting and as a way for Broadway St., Jordan, LINDA EDER: HOME musicians from various walks to meet Info: (952) 492-2500 or www.scott. FOR THE HOLIDAYS and collaborate, the Hoot (as it has lib.mn.us come to be known) has provided local Vocalist Linda Eder grew up in DANCETERIA: CZECH music fans with some of the most Brainerd and went from her debut AREA CONCERTINA CLUB spontaneous, unpredictable, magical, on “Star Search” to Broadway, and moving musical moments in First Thursdays Danceteria features live Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy recent memory. Center. She will present a mix of dance bands and dance instructors. Time: 7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 27 holiday songs backed by a fiveThe December Danceteria program Cost: $17 piece band. will feature Czech music by the Czech Location: Guthrie Theater, 818 S. Time: 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2 Area Concertina Club. This program is Second St., Minneapolis Cost: $54-$64 funded in part by the Minnesota Arts Info: guthrietheater.org or (612) Location: Pantages Theatre, 710 and Cultural Heritage Fund. 377-2224 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis Time: 2-4 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1 Info: hennepintheatredistrict.org or Cost: Free BRANDI CARLILE: (612) 339-7007 Location: Club Prior, Prior Lake SOLO AND ACOUSTIC Library, 16210 Eagle Creek Ave. S.E., COMEDIAN SAL DEMILIO Prior Lake The stunning set features Brandi Info: (952) 447-3375 Carlile and her band performing a Sal Demilio is a comic that collection of her best-loved originals celebrates his Italian heritage. Also ST. PAUL as well as a number of cover songs appearing will be comedian Andy CHAMBER ORCHESTRA she has come to make her own. Beningo. Time: 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 27 Time: 8:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2; 8 The St. Paul Chamber Orchestra Cost: $34-$365 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. and director Christian Zacharias will Location: Fitzgerald Theater, 10 East 3 perform Martin’s “Etudes for String Exchange St., St. Paul Cost: $13 for 8:30 Friday and 8 p.m. Orchestra” and Beethoven’s “Piano Info: (651) 290-1221 or Saturday shows; $10 for 10:30 p.m. Concerto No. 3 in C Minor, Op. 37” fitzgeraldtheater.publicradio.org Saturday show and “Suite from The Creatures of Location: MinneHAHA Comedy Club, Promethius.” AN EVENING 1583 First Ave., Shakopee Time: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1 WITH LEO KOTTKE Info: minnehahacomedyclub.com/ Cost: Adults $10-$25; children $5 shakopee Location: Shepherd of the Valley For the past three decades, Leo
In this musical review, a young couple (Thomasina Petrus and Julius Collins III) juggles competing family expectations, literally shopping ‘til they drop. When they finally stop for a cup of hot chocolate, they discover the “secret recipe” that can weave the diverse threads of their lives into new traditions. Time: Evening and matinee showtimes Dec. 2-18 Cost: $20-$60 Location: Park Square Theater, Historic Hamm Building, 20 W. Seventh Place, St. Paul Info: parksquaretheater.org or (651) 291-7005
MONROE CROSSING Monroe Crossing will present its traveling Bluegrass and Gospel Holiday Show. Time: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 Cost: $18 in advance; $20 at the door Location: Lakeville Area Arts Center, 20965 Holyoke Ave., Lakeville Info: (952) 985-4640 or ci.lakeville. mn.us
MINNETONKA CHAMBER CHOIR The Minnetonka Chamber Choir will perform musical selections for Arboretum visitors. Time: 11-11:30 a.m. and noon12:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 Cost: Free with Arboretum 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
HOLIDAY SALE WEEKEND AT THE ARBORETUM Shop for one-of-a-kind natural treasures, floral arrangements, wreaths, ornaments, textile arts, fresh West Coast greens and more. Or shop for handcrafted herbal gifts at the Minnesota Herb Society Sale in the Visitor Center. Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3; noon-5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4 Cost: $9 for adults; free for ages 15 and younger; free to Arboretum members Location: Snyder Building Lobby and Auditorium, Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Dr., Chaska Info: www.arboretum.umn.edu/ auxiliary.aspx or (952) 625-9865
HOLIDAY TREATS FOR CANINE COMPANIONS Make, bake and take treats for canine companions. Each registrant will make a collection of seven treats and receive recipes to take home. Make simple gift cards while the treats bake. Reservations required; reference activity 111325-03. For ages 4 and older. Time: 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 Cost: $7 per treat set Location: Lowry Nature Center (Carver Park Reserve), 7025 Victoria Dr., Victoria Info: (763) 559-6700 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
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PHOTOS COURTESY CIRQUE PRODUCTIONS
The audience will be amazed by Santa, puppets and colorful costumed characters during the Cirque Dreams Holidaze show Dec. 1-11 at Mystic Lake showroom.
CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE: ‘A NEW WONDERLAND’ The Cirque Dreams Holidaze show, “A New Wonderland,” will feature a cast of aerialists, contortionists, acrobats, jugglers and musicians. Produced and directed by Neil Goldberg, the show features ornaments that come to life as costumed characters who perform astonishing feats that celebrate the holiday season and showcase pageantry, ingenuity and artistry. The show includes more than 100 dazzling costumes and an original musical score. Time: Evening and matinee showtimes through Dec. 11 Cost: $26-$34 Location: Mystic Lake Casino Hotel Showroom, 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd., Prior Lake Feats of physical wonder such as these soaring reindeer are part of the Cirque Dreams Holidaze show.
HOLIDAY GIFTS FROM THE FARM Add a personal touch to your holidays with handmade gifts from the farm. Use farm produce and natural resources to create wood ornaments, holiday greenery and tasty mixes. Stations will be guided by staff and volunteers, but the special touches will be made by registrants. The program is for both children and adults; age appropriate activities and materials provided. The barn will be open for tours. Adults must accompany children. Limit of two children per adult. Reservations required by Nov. 28; reference activity 137425-16. For ages 3 and older. Time: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 Cost: $25 Location: Gale Woods Farm, 7210 County Road 110 W., Minnetrista Info: (763) 559-6700 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
AVENGED SEVENFOLD Avenged Sevenfold will perform along with Hollywood Undead, Asking Alexandria and Black Veil Brides. Time: 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 Cost: $35-$45 Location: Target Center, 600 First Ave. N., Minneapolis Info: targetcenter.com or (612) 6730900
REINDEER RUN 5K The Reindeer Run/Walk 5K starts with Santa’s “Ho Ho Ho Go!” Walkers may bring well-behaved leashed dogs and strollers. All registrants receive a T-shirt. The Reindeer Run route is a USA Track and Field certified 5K. Time: 9:10 a.m. Kids 1K run for ages 8 and younger; 9:30 a.m. 5K run; 9:40 a.m. 5K walk Saturday, Dec. 3 Cost: $30 for age 18 and older; $25 for age 17 and younger; $15 for Kids 1K Location: Lake Harriet Band
Shell, 4135 Lake Harriet Pkwy. W., Minneapolis Info: reindeerrun.com or (763) 5579587
Info: mysticlake.com or (952) 496-6563
Location: Burnsville Performing Arts Bloomington Center, 12600 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville Info: (763) 559-9000 or Info: (952) 895-4680 or threeriversparkdistrict.org ticketmaster.com
‘A WRINKLE IN TIME’
PICTURES WITH SANTA AT THE ARB
EUROPEAN CHRISTMAS BOUTIQUE
Gather the little ones for a visit with Santa Claus and have their photo taken. Time: 12:30-2 p.m. Dec. 3-4, 10-11, 17-18 Cost: $5 per photo; Arboretum admission is $9 for adults; free for ages 15 and younger; free to Arboretum members Location: Arboretum Restaurant, Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Dr., Chaska Info: www.arboretum.umn.edu or (952) 443-1422
The second annual European Christmas Boutique and 2012 Czech Heritage Junior Royalty Coronation will feature arts and craft, European imports, ethnic dolls, silent auction, stage entertainment, demonstrations, bake sale, kids activities, St. Nick’s Across Europe featuring the Czech St. Nicholas, door prizes and coronation. Please bring a non-perishable food item for the Peace Center Food Shelf. Time: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4 Cost: Free Location: American Legion Park Ballroom, 300 Lexington Ave. S., New Prague Info: (952) 758-2217 or CzechHeritageClub.com
SLEIGH RIDES AT THE ARB Enjoy an old-fashioned horse-drawn sleigh ride from the Oswald Visitor Center to the Learning Center and back. Time: Every 15 minutes from 1-4 p.m. Dec. 4, 10-11 Cost: $3 per rider; Arboretum admission is $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
DAKOTA VALLEY SYMPHONY: ‘AMAHL AND THE NIGHT VISITORS’ The Dakota Valley Symphony and Chorus will perform a fully-staged production of an American classic, “Amahl and the Night Visitors.” There will also be a Christmas sing-along and performance of other seasonal favorites. Time: 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4 Cost: Adults $15; seniors 55 and older $12; students $5
Juggling is among the many entertaining acts that will amaze the audience.
F SHARP KEYBOARD DUO - GIGI AND FREYA F Sharp Keyboard Duo Gigi and Freya will perform musical selections for Arboretum visitors. Time: 11:30-12 p.m. and 2:30-3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4 Cost: Free with Arboretum 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
In the tradition of Narnia and Harry Potter, this new adaptation sweeps the audience into Meg and Charles Wallace Murry’s quest to rescue their father across space and time. Filled with strange worlds, stranger creatures and startling revelations, the spellbinding fantasy is faithful to the Newbery Medal-winning mystery, showcasing how a hero’s humanity can be his or her greatest power. Time: Evening and matinee showtimes through Dec. 4 Cost: Adults $33.50-$43.50; children/teens/students/seniors $23.50-$33.50 Location: Children’s Theatre Company, 2400 Third Ave. S., Minneapolis Info: childrenstheatre.org or (612) 874-0400
101.3 KDWB’S JINGLE BALL The 101.3 KDWB Jingle Ball line-up will include Big Time Rush, Gym Class Heroes, Foster the People, Cobra Starship, Kelly Clarkson, Hot Chelle Rae and Jason Derulo. It is an all-ages show. Time: 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4 Cost: $28.75-$101.30 Location: Target Center, 600 First Ave. N., Minneapolis Info: targetcenter.com or (612) 6730900
TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA
Trans-Siberian Orchestra’s musical style incorporates classical, orchestral, symphonic and progressive Meet some animals with scales and tails. Feel their scaly skin and discover elements into hard rock and heavy what makes them unique. For all ages. metal. The band will perform a Christmas-themed rock opera. Time: 3-4 p.m. Sundays, Dec. 4 and Time: 3:30 and 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 5 Dec. 4 Cost: Free Cost: $31-$65 Location: Richardson Nature Location: Xcel Energy Center, 175 Center, 8737 E. Bush Lake Road,
SCALES AND TAILS
Kellogg Blvd. W., St. Paul Info: xcelenergycenter.com or (651) 265-4800
SHAKOPEE SENIOR CITIZEN CHRISTMAS PARTY This annual event, sponsored by the Shakopee Lions Club, Shakopee Jaycees and Shakopee Knights Event Center, includes a free full-course buffet meal, numerous door prizes, fun, socialization, entertainment and music. Free tickets are available beginning at 10 a.m. Dec. 1 at the Shakopee Community Center, 1255 Fuller St. S. A maximum of 300 tickets available. Maximum of two tickets per person. Participants are expected to make a CAP Agency Food Shelf non-perishable food donation item when picking up their event ticket. Time: 5-6 p.m. social, 6 p.m. dinner Monday, Dec. 5 Cost: Free, but tickets required Location: Shakopee Knights Event Center – Upper Level, 1760 Fourth Ave. E., Shakopee Info: (612) 363-0449 or (952) 445-1990
GREENFIT CLUB Join the Greenfit Club and get fit outside. Instructors, equipment and a beautiful setting are provided and make it easy to stick with it. Winter program activities may include yoga, snowshoeing, Nordic hiking, cross country skiing or other activities. Snowshoes provided and ski rentals available. Reservations required; reference activity 124617-00. For ages 18 and older. Time: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays Dec. 5-Feb. 29 Cost: $75 for the series Location: Cleary Lake Park, 18106 Texas Ave., Prior Lake Info: (763) 559-6700 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
‘TALES FROM THE CHARRED UNDERBELLY OF THE YULE LOG’ Kevin Kling returns to the Guthrie in his one-man show to spin his yarn of family tradition and holiday merriment. Wry tales of Midwestern Americana run from laugh-out-loud bizarre to touchingly beautiful. Kling is joined this year by Simone Perrin, Dan Chouinard, Peter Ostroushko and the Brass Messengers. Time: 7:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 5 Cost: Adults $28; students and seniors $25 Location: Guthrie Theater, 818 S. Second St., Minneapolis Info: guthrietheater.org or (612) 377-2224
‘LES MISÉRABLES’ Cameron Mackintosh presents a new production of Boublil and Schönberg’s legendary musical, “Les Misérables,” with new staging and scenery inspired by the paintings of Victor Hugo. Time: Evening and matinee showtimes Dec. 6-18 Cost: $42-$87 Location: Orpheum Theatre, 910 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis Info: hennepintheatredistrict.org or (612) 339-7007
WILCO Wilco has launched the Wilco Fan Video Project, which presents fans with a new way to interact with the concert experience. Using Vimeo, fans film and submit footage of their cities – footage which may then be projected behind the band on stage. Fans can take advantage of the popular song request (and dedication) function hosted on the band’s website, wilcoworld.net. Time: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 6 and Wednesday, Dec. 7 Cost: $44 Location: State Theatre, 805 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis Info: hennepintheatredistrict.org or (612) 339-7007
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EP girls appear in new Stages show ‘A Silent Night for PEEF’ opened this week BY KARLA WENNERSTROM editor@edenprairienews.com
Melaina Rairamo of Eden Prairie plays “PEEF” in “A Silent Night for PEEF,” which opened Friday. But, she says, that doesn’t make her the star of the show. “Everybody’s even in the show,” she said. “There’s a lot of great parts.” The Central Middle School eighth-grader will be acting in a PEEF suit. “It is a little bit harder,” she said. However, “it’s really fun getting to overcome the obstacles of manipulating the costume.” She said her third-grade teacher read a PEEF book to the class, so she was familiar with the story. When asked about her favorite part of the show, Melaina
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said, “I like how the cast is so awesome. “Everybody is so welcoming and nice. The show is really well put together and really good.
‘A Silent Night for PEEF” Where: Stages Theatre Company, 1111 Mainstreet, Hopkins
TICKLED ‘PINK’
When: through Dec. 26. A special book signing with author Tom Hegg, illustrator Warren Hanson and playwright Adam Hegg is set to follow the 7 p.m. performance on Dec. 9. Visit the website for more special events.
Fellow Eden Prairie resident Samantha Kryzer plays “Pink” in the world premiere show. Samantha describes her character, an elf, as suspicious – and sometimes really bossy. This is the biggest production Samantha has been involved in. The Eagle Heights Spanish Immersion student said her favorite part is the acting. “Go enjoy it,” Samantha said. “It’s really fun and creative.” “Bring your little ones,” adds Melaina. “They’ll definitely love it. It’s a defi nitely warm and happy show.”
Cost: $15 for adults, $12 for children ages 5 to 17 and seniors age 60-plus; lap passes are free for ages 0 to 2 or $5 for ages 3 to 4 Info/tickets: (952) 9791111, info@stagestheatre. org, stages theatre.org
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Melaina Rairamo and Samantha Kryzer of Eden Prairie during the first week of performances.
EDEN PRAIRIE SENIOR CALENDAR
Senior Center Th e following upc oming events take place at the Eden Prairie Senior Center at 8950 Eden Prairie Road, unless another location is given. To register, visit the center, mail in your registration or visit edenprairie. org. For other information, call (952) 279-8050. Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday. To display artwork at the center, call (952) 279-8050.
Special events Holiday Lunch – 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 8. Cost is $10. Turkey, potatoes, vegetables, dinner roll, beverages and pumpkin pie for dessert. All are welcome. Deadline for preregistration is Dec. 1.
Senior trips Senior trips leave from the Senior Center. “It’s a Wonderful Life” – 12:15-5 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 15. Live radio play plus appetizers, entrée and holiday dessert. Lunch, transportation and show included. Cost is $68.
Register by Nov. 28. “SouthWest Transit Arboretum Trip” – 9:15 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 8. Free. Visit Chaska Lodge for entertainment and the Arboretum. Lunch on your own. Call the Senior Center to sign up. Register by Dec. 7.
Health and wellness The Eden Prairie Community Center at 16700 Valley View Road offers fitness classes geared toward seniors. Call the Community Center at (952) 949-8470 for more information. RSVP at (952) 279-8050 for the following events: Join The Walking Club – Meet on the lower level of Sears at the mall entrance, 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Call the Senior Center for schedule. 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. Health Insurance Help – Dec. 16. Call (952) 279-8050 for an appointment.
Classes Several driver safety courses are offered. Call (952) 279-8050 for information.
Red Hat Chapter Contact the Senior Center for more information on trips and special events. The group meets at 9:30 a.m. the second Friday of each month at the Original Pancake House. OK C or ra l Lu nch a nd Shopping in Jordan – 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1. Cost is $10. Register by Nov. 23. Info: (952) 279-8050.
Woodshop The woodshop is available from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, with evening hours also available. Participants must take two -hour training. Fees are $ 2 0 per quarter or $ 5 per visit. Info:
(952) 279-8050.
Weekly events Mondays S en ior S i n g le s C of fe e K latch – 8 :45 -10 : 30 a.m. at Dunn Bros., 8107 Eden Prairie Road, for senior discounts on coffee. Shopping Bus – Call (952) 279-8051 by Thursday to schedule a senior van home pick up for the 9:30-11:30 a.m. Monday shopping trips in Eden Prairie. Duplicate Bridge – 12:15 p.m., no need to sign up, just bring a partner or call John Dollerschell at (952) 937-2150. Crafting – 1 p.m., bring your own project to work on and socialize. Tuesdays Quilting – 9 a.m., to help with creating a quilt or work on your own. Call Angie at (952) 934-1671 for more information. Greeting Cards – 9:30 a.m. to help cut, tape and create old greeting cards into new. Bread Day – 9:30 a.m. for “end of the day” baked goods and breads donated by a local
baker. Donations accepted. Party-Style Bridge – 12:153:30 p.m., no need to sign up, just come and play. Call Mary Canakes at (952) 445-0978 for more information. Cribbage – 1-3 p.m. Open to all levels of players. Wednesdays ‘500’ Cards – 1 p.m. No registration necessary. Just stop in and play. Thursdays Canasta – 1 p.m. No need to sign up. Cards are provided. Call the Senior Center at (952) 279-8050. Cribbage – 1-3 p.m. Open to all levels of players. Call Jerry Clark at (952) 974-7989 for more information. Fridays Men’s Coffee Group – 9:30 a.m. Tell a tale, swap a story and learn something new. Call Duane Kasper at (952) 448 1608. Bread Day – 9:30 a.m. for “end of the day” baked goods and breads donated by a local baker. Donations accepted. Partner Bridge – noon, arrive with a partner or fi nd one
at the center to play at 12:15 p.m. Call Lorraine Dilling at (952) 941-2060. Party Bridge – 12:15-3:30 p.m., no need to sign up, just come and play. Call Shirley at (952) 934-3461 for more information.
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.
Prayer Lutheran Church in Richfield. Call Rich at (952) 829-7009 or go to minneapoliscommodores.org.
Beyond the Senior Center The fol lowing upcoming events are geared toward Eden Prairie seniors, but are not affi liated with the Eden Prairie Senior Center.
55-plus Driver Improvement The Minnesota Highway Safety Center will be offering a 55-plus Driver Improvement Course from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 13 (four-hour refresher course) at Summit Place Senior Campus, 8501 Flying Cloud Drive, Eden Prairie. Cost is $20. Info: mnsafetycenter.org or 1-(888)-234-1294.
MEETINGS To add a meeting to our list, or update a listing, please email editor@edenprairienews.com or call (952) 942-7885.
AD/HD Connection The SW Metro AD/HD Connection offers opportunities for families with attention issues to learn, discuss and share strategies. The group meets the second Monday of each month. In December, an open forum is planned from 7-8:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 12, at the Eden Prairie Schools Administrative Services Building, 8100 School Road (Just off of Scenic Heights between Mitchell and Eden Prairie Road). Info: Cindy Lea, MA, (612) 965-3052 or Cindy@ SucceedingwithADD.com.
Small Dog Play Group A Small Dog Play Group meets at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and 5:30 p.m. Thursdays at Nesbitt Preserve Park hockey rink, 8629 Center Way. Bring water and clean-up bags.
Eden Prairie Lions The Eden Prairie Lions is a volunteer organization of civic-minded people repre senting a cross-section of the community. The club meets the fi rst and third Mondays of the month at Camp Eden Wood, 6350 Indian Chief Road. “A s a n E den P r a i r ie Lion you’ll help your community, gain valuable skills, network with others, energize your life, make an impact and have fun,” according to a news release. Info: eplions.org.
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
Congratulations Week 11 Winners! Terry S. $75 Gift card to Paradise
Eden Prairie, MN Car Wash & Detail Center
Jacob T. $50 Gift Card to Arizona’s
Shakopee, MN Restaurant & Lounge
Rick K. 2 Movie Passes
covers the southwestern portions of the Twin Cities area and meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Grace Church in Eden Prairie, 9301 Eden Prairie Road. For more information contact Lt. Col. Brent Halweg at (952) 937-3535 or bhalweg@ comcast.net. CA P National Headquarters’ website is gocivilairpatrol.com. The Viking Squadron website is mncap. org/viking/.
Alzheimer’s Resource A resource group oriented to male caregivers of Alzheimer’s disease meets on the last Thursday of each month at Pax Christi Catholic Community, 12100 Pioneer Trail (Room 247) in Eden Prairie. Meetings are at 1:30 p.m. and last from 60-90 minutes. In families where women have served as the primary caregivers for decades, men often need support in taking on that role. No appointment necessary. Sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association. Info: (612) 382-3890.
Eden Prairie Noon Rotary The Eden Prairie Noon Rotary Club meets at noon Thursdays at Bearpath Country Club in Eden Prairie. Info: (612) 7193236, Bill Dobbins.
Business to Business Networking group meets from 7:30-8:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Flagship Corporate Center, 775 Prairie Center Drive, Suite 400. Info: (612) 247-3630, Heather.
La Leche League Meets at 10 a.m. every third Tuesday of each month for
women to learn about breastfeeding. Expectant, nursing mothers and babies are welcome. Info: (952) 474-5173, Deb.
Speakers by Design Toastmasters group meets from noon-1 p.m. Tuesdays at Digital River, 9625 W. 76th St., to increase confidence, improve public speaking and develop professional leadership skills. Free. Info: bbirr@rfamec.com and (612) 229-8386, Bruce.
Speakers after Hours Speakers after Hours Toastmasters invites you to improve your public speaking and leadership skills. Meetings are from 6:15-7:15 p.m. Tuesdays at Supervalu Corp. Headquarters, 11840 Valley View Road, Room 203, Eden Prairie. Info: afterhours.freetoasthost.org or Bennie.R.Leonard@supervalu. com.
Business Igniters Meets 7:15-8:45 a.m. Tuesdays at the Eden Prairie Community Center. More information is available at bit.ly/getreferred. Info: http://bit.ly/getreferred.
BNI Networking Group F rom 7- 8 : 3 0 a.m. Thursdays at Eden Prairie Community Center, 16700 Valley View Road, international networking group focuses on referrals. Info: bni-mn.com/ or (952) 8906524, Ext. 7568, Paul Turney.
Eden Prairie Lioness The Eden Prairie Lioness Club is a volunteer organization of civic-minded women representing a cross-section of the
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.
Overeaters Anonymous From 9-10:30 a.m. Saturdays at Pax Christi, 12100 Pioneer Trail, men and women use the 12 steps of Overeaters Anonymous to stop eating compulsively. Info: (952) 237-1168, Adam; and odat0487@ aol.com and (952) 943-8422, Sarah.
Minneapolis Commodores The Minneapolis Commodores, a member of the Barbershop Har mony Society, welcome all men, young and old, who enjoy singing to come and experience the pleasure of barbershop harmony and camaraderie. The group practices at 7 p.m. Tuesdays at House of
H2O Masters Toastmasters group meets 7:30-8:30 a.m. the second and fou r t h T ue s d ays of ever y month at Culligan Water, 6030 Culligan Way, Minnetonka. Info: h2omasters.org or (952) 912-2429, JoAnn.
Tagtalk Toastmasters Meets noon-1 p.m. Thursdays at Best Buy Corporate Headquarters, 7601 Penn Ave. S., Richfield. Details are at John.Simmons3@bestbuy.com and (612) 291-7585.
Datamasters Toastmasters group meets 8-9 a.m. the fi rst and third Friday of each month at Datalink Cor p., 8170 Upla nd Ci rcle, Chanhassen. Info: cleeman@ datalink.com or (952) 279-4852, Cheryl Leeman.
Midday Mumblers Toastmasters group meets 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Fridays at Supervalu, 19011 Lake Drive E., Chanhassen. Info: (952) 9066470, Morgan Holle.
Meditation A meditation group led by a Buddhist Monk occurs from 10:10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturdays at the Chanhassen Library. Classes are open to all regardless of level of experience. There is no charge; donations are welcome. For more in for mation cal l Ralph at (952) 934-9727 or e-mail meditation@triplegem.org.
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Flowers Item: Origami lotus flowers Cost: $11 Available: www.fishandlotus.etsy.com Information: www.fishandlotus.etsy.com.
Origami lotus flowers by Eden Prairie residents Emily Schwartz and Nancy Fisher come with a secret, personalized message tucked inside and a gift box. SUBMITTED PHOTO
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Home-based business CutiepiesCouture.com offers handmade fleece mittens in a variety of sizes and colors. Pictured are the Minnesota Twins options.
Fleece Mittens Item: Twins mittens Cost: $12 Available: CutiepiesCouture.com
Courage Cards
Info: (952) 451-1875
Items: Courage Cards Cost: $113.55 for 50 cards Available: couragecards.com, local stores like Bachman’s and Byerly’s Info: Couragecards.org.
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The 2011 Courage Cards collection features the work of two artists from Eden Prairie: Deborah Ronglien, who has designed cards for Courage Center in the past, and new Courage artist, Patty Glumack.
EP News holiday Looking to shop local this holiday season? “Made in EP” is the Eden Prairie News’ ongoing look at products with Eden Prairie ties. The following are some of the products featured on our pages in the past year, as well as other offerings submitted by our readers.
Molly Mehl and her mother make accessories from “rescued” items, including mittens, pins, coffee sleeves from sweaters and headbands and cell phone covers from ties.
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MORE ONLINE MANY OTHER PRODUCTS ARE “MADE IN EP” OR HAVE EDEN PRAIRIE TIES. VISIT OUR WEB SITE TO ADD MORE ITEMS TO OUR LIST OF LOCAL GIFT IDEAS. IF YOU HAVE AN IDEA FOR A PRODUCT THAT SHOULD BE FEATURED IN OUR “MADE IN EP” SERIES, E-MAIL EDITOR@EDENPRAIRIENEWS.COM.
Item: Mittens, coffee sleeves Cost: $22, $4, respectively Available: At local craft fairs and by mail.
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Info: (952) 594-2978 or silverwooddesign@hotmail.com.
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Notecards Item: EP history notecards Cost: $11.99 Available: at Smith-Douglas-More House Dunn Bros Coffee Info: www.ephistorycards.etsy.com
Sets of 10 blank notecards designed using photos and ephemera from Eden Prairie historical figures are available now. Profits will benefit the Eden Prairie Historical Society. SUBMITTED PHOTOS
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Mary Ostazeski Johnson offers watercolor renderings of your home.
Watercolor Item: Watercolor Cost: $100 to $120 for an 8x11 painting, matted to 11x14 and shrink-wrapped Available: watercolorsbymary.com Info: mary@watercolorsbymary.com, mojohnson50@hotmail.com or (952) 937-1451
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Hand made hair bows and hair bow organizers by Emily Allen of Eden Prairie are available at sittingpreppy. etsy.com.
Bows
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Item: Holiday hair bow Cost: $6.50 Available: http://www.etsy.com/listing/86091771/ christmas-hair-bow Info: sittingpreppy.etsy.com or facebook.com/ sittingpreppy
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Award-winning Eden Prairie sculptor Richards Poey submitted a photo of “Jennifer” as an example for this year’s gift guide.
Sculpture
‘The Hunger Games’
Item above: “Jennifer”
Item: “The Hunger Games”
Cost: Not listed
Cost: $8.99 paperback Available: Barnes & Noble and online book sellers.
Available: poeyart@ comcast.net or (952) 949-3444
Info: info@epreads.org or www. epreads.org.
Info: mnartists.org
Painting Item at right: “Pincushion Protea,” 20 by 16 framed FILE PHOTO
Cost: $360
Eden Prairie Reads has chosen “The Hunger Games” by Suzanne Collins for its 2012 book.
gift guide
Available: poeyart@ comcast.net or (952) 949-3444 Info: mnartists.org
Cookbook Item: “What’s Cooking Eden Prairie? Volume 2” is a cookbook compiled by resident Tammy Brooks. Proceeds benefit the Foundation for Eden Prairie Schools, Eden Prairie Historical Society, Eden Prairie firefighters and Bridging.
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Eden Prairie artist Heidi Poey’s acrylic on canvas piece “Pincushion Protea” is an example of works available.
Cost: $15 Available: Dunn Bros Coffee Shop on Eden Prairie Road. Information: tammyteach@ comcast.net or (952) 937-8205.
Birch bundles Item: Birch bundles Cost: $15 Available: Contact Jeff at (651) 470-2937
Earring Remover Item: ez-Release Earring Remover Cost: $11.99 Available: earringremover.com Info: andy@fortayjewelryproducts.com. The ez-Release Earring Remover, designed by two Eden Prairie residents and a Shakopee resident “makes a great stocking stuffer.”
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Holiday birch bundles by Jeff Miller of Eden Prairie include six birch logs tied with a festive ribbon. Each log is about 1.5 inches in diameter and 15 inches long.
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Fingerless gloves Item: Wool fingerless gloves Cost: $18 Available: Contact Marianne at (952) 949-2666
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Eden Prairie resident Linda Oehm offers holiday floral arrangements and table-scarves/table-runners.
Table Dressing Item: Table-scarves/table-runners Cost: $19.99-$99.99 Available: Linda Oehm, floral designer/ home décor expert Info: (952) 942-5502
Hand-felted wool fingerless gloves are made by Marianne Miller of Eden Prairie. SUBMITTED PHOTO
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BUSINESS NEWS Eaton recognized “Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corporation has been named a Thomson Reuters 2011 Top 100 Global Innovator, for its achievements as one of the world’s most innovative companies,” according to a news release. “The program identifies businesses that invent on a significant scale, are working on developments acknowledged as innovative by patent offices across the world, and have inventions that require global protection.” Eaton holds nearly 9,000 patents globally, with more than 750 granted in 2011. “Eaton’s patented products include the Eaton 9395 Uninterruptible Power Supply, TVS Supercharger, UltraShift PLUS transmission and many more from all business segments,” the release said. Info: top100innovators.com or eaton.com.
Joe and Cindy Team hosts food drive The Joe and Cindy Team
NEWS BRIEFS with Re/Max Advantage Plus is hosting a food drive. To donate non-perishable food times, or for more information, email Team@JoeAndCindy.com or call (952) 943-1324. They are offering free pickup of donations, which will be given to PROP in Eden Prairie.
‘Thanksgiving Boot Camp’ Jay and Kelly Altman, owners of Altman Health and Fitness, are hosting their second annual “Burn the Fat, Feed the Hungry” two-hour boot camp. “This event is to raise money and food donations for Second Harvest Heartland and promote fitness as a healthy lifestyle,” according to a news release. The Boot Camp is set for 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day at the SW Allstars facility, 9940 Hamilton Road, Eden Prairie. Participants can work out for 15 minutes to the entire two hours. Last year this Thanksgiving Boot Camp raised enough money and food to provide for 1,600
families. The business hopes to double the donations this year. A $30 (or more) donation is suggested, but not required. Participants may also bring in non-perishable food items and 100 percent of all proceeds will be given to Second Harvest Heartland. Info: Jay and Kelly Altman, (612) 454-6409 or bootcamp@ altmanhealthandfitness.com.
Anderson Lakes Chiropractic coat drive An open house is set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, at Anderson Lakes Chiropractic, 8781 Columbine Road, Eden Prairie. Participants who make an appointment will receive a free adjustment in exchange for a Salvation Army “Coats for Kids” donation. The event will also feature organic Christmas treats. “Our hope and prayer is that all children will have warm outerwear this season,” said Chiropractic Assistant Vicki Prescott. Info: (952) 944-2133.
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Hennepin County will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2012 budget and property tax levy at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 29, according to a news release. “Hennepin is proposing a 2011 budget of $1.559 billion, which is 3.13 percent – or $50 million – less than this year. The proposed budget keeps the property tax levy at $668.4 million, a decrease of approximately $1 million when compared to this year’s level,” according to a news release. “The proposed operating budget totals $1.4 billion, a decrease of $7.3 million when adjusted for the increase in legislatively mandated intergovernmental transfers to Hennepin County Medical Center. The proposed capital budget is $118.6 million, which is $61.6 million less than in 2011.” The hearing will be held in the County Board Room on the 24th Floor of the Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis. Free parking is provided for residents testifying at this hearing who park in the Government Center’s underground ramp after 4:30 p.m. The ramp entrance is on Third Avenue between Fifth and Sixth streets.
pancakes on Saturday, Nov. 26, from 8:30-11:30 a.m. You can also bring your camera and get a picture taken with Santa. Goodwill donations will go to PROP. HomeMade Pizza Co. is sponsoring a PROP day on Wednesday, Nov. 30, from 1-8 p.m. HomeMade Pizza will donate $5 for every large pizza sold (excludes delivery), $2 for every large salad, and $1 for every dessert. PROP is currently most in need of rice, boxed potatoes, canned meat, snack foods, sugar, coffee, tea and fruit juice. Your cash donations enable PROP to use its buying power for food, supplies and fi nancial support for clients. Your food donations keep shelves stocked. The group appreciates the support and invites you to volunteer and use your creativity to create a PROP-themed event. If you need services or support from PROP, visit its website at propfood.org, call (952) 937-9120 or stop by the office at 14700 Martin Drive Monday through Friday 9:30 to 1 p.m. or Monday and Wednesday evenings 4 to 6:30 p.m.
PROP Shop needs of the week
Hennepin County Public Health is of fering low-cost immunizations to people who don’t have health insurance or their insurance does not cover immunizations. “A vaccine is your best defense against many illnesses, including the flu. All are walk-in clinics so no appointments are needed,” according to a news release. Clinics are set for: I Bloomi ng ton Cli nic : B l o o m i n g t o n D iv i s i o n o f Health, 1900 W. Old Shakopee Road, Dec. 6 and 20, 3 to 5:30 p.m. I Brooklyn Center Clinic: Hennepin County’s Brookdale Service Center, 6125 Shingle Creek Road, Dec. 27, 9 to 11 a.m. I Downtown Minneapolis Clinic: Hennepin Health Services Building, 525 Portland Ave. S., Dec. 2, 8:30 to 11 a.m. For more information about these clinics, call (612) 3482884 or go to hennepin.us/ vaccines. Donations are requested but not required for the immunizations.
The PROP Shop client room currently requests donations of winter boots for boys and girls in all sizes. In addition, the PROP Shop is looking for volunteers to help with its daily operations. Tasks range from sorting donations to arranging clothing and more. Times especially needed include Saturday shifts in the morning, midday and afternoon, but other times are available. Contact Alicia at Alicia@propshopep.org or (952) 224-0362 to fi nd out more. The PROP Shop is a nonprofit re-sale store, which sells new and gently used items to everyone in the community. It depends on donations of furniture, clothing and housewares. The PROP Shop also offers a separate Client Services Center which provides clothing, housewares and furniture to referred families and individuals in need. The PROP Shop is at 15195 Martin Drive in Eden Prairie. Store hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday to Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. Donations are accepted from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays and 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturdays. For more information, visit propshopEP.org or call (952) 934-2323.
PROP food shelf needs of the week
County seeks volunteers
“Eat your way to helping PROP! Two local businesses are sponsoring PROP events with a percentage of profits going to PROP. IHOP is donating proceeds from their short stack
The Hennepin County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants from the community to fi ll positions on nine citizen advisory boards, including: Adult Mental Health Advisory
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Council; Capital Budgeting Task Force ; City Planning Commission (Minneapolis); Community Action Partnership for Suburban Hennepin Board; County Extension Committee (Minnesota Extension Service); Human Resources Board; Library Board; Mental Commitment Attorney Panel Advisory Board; Workforce Investment Board. The deadline to apply is Dec. 31. Info: hennepin.us/volunteering.
SouthWest Transit to open new station On Monday, Dec. 12, SouthWest Transit will open the doors to Chanhassen Transit Station, its newest, passenger facility. “This facility will meet the growing demand for SouthWest Transit (SWT) service. A significant amount of this demand comes from the city of Chanhassen and areas west of the city,” according to a news release. “The new 420-space, four-level parking structure replaces the former 120-space Market Park & Ride surface lot and provides covered parking as well as an enclosed, climate controlled waiting area. Express service will be provided to and from downtown Minneapolis and the U of M in the peak morning and afternoon hours, with limited mid-day service.” The site is just south of the Chanhassen Dinner Theatre and will blend with commercial development and housing. SouthWest Transit is an award-winning transit agency providing public transportation services for Eden Prairie, Chanhassen and Chaska and will provide more than one million rides for its customers this year.
Holiday lights recycling available The Recycling Association of Minnesota (RAM), in partnership with Clean Energy Resource Teams (CERTs), announces the third annual Recycle Your Holidays statewide holiday light recycling program. Lights and cords are recycled free of charge. The group encourages Minnesotans to drop off old, broken holiday lights at any participating Ace Hardware and other participating locations. They are also encouraging the switch to LED lights. In fo : RecycleMinnesota. org.
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MILITARY NEWS
Viking Squadron announces promotions Viking Squadron of the U.S. Air Force Auxiliary, Civil Air Patrol, has announced the following promotions: I Senior Member Bryan Stave to 2nd lieutenant I Cadet Senior A i r m a n Craig Bonine to cadet staff sergeant and awarded the Wright
Brothers Award. The U.S. Air Force Auxiliary performs emergency services, disaster relief and homeland security missions in support of federal, state and local government. Viking Squadron covers the southwestern portions of the Twin Cities area and meets at 7 p.m. every Tuesday at Grace Church in Eden Prairie, 9301 Eden Prairie Road. For more information contact 2d Lt. Bryan Stave at (952) 942-5010 or skyrider999@gmail.com. CAP
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PETS
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“Belle is a 7-month-old Collie/Lab mix, 35 pounds, who is active, friendly and playful! She walks on a leash, rides well in the car and walks to the door to let you know she has to go out! Working on basic obedience, she is still a playful puppy (favorite game is fetch!) and may be too much for toddlers and small children. As such, a fenced yard (or invisible fence) is required so she can get her daily exercise,” according to a news release. Contact Southwest Metro Animal Rescue at: (952) 368PAWS (7297) or swmetroanimalrescue@hotmail.com. Southwest Metro Animal Rescue and Adoption Society is in Chaska. For more information, email swmetroanimalrescue @hotmail.com or visit swmetroanimalrescue.org.
Pet adoption is Dec. 3 Carver Scott Humane Society volunteers will hold a pet adoption from noon to 3 p.m.
cats and $195-plus for dogs. Call the society for more in formation on adopting a homeless pet at (952) 368-3553, or visit carverscotths.org.
Pet adoption is Dec. 10
Belle Dec. 3 at Petco, off Highway 41 and Pioneer Trail in Chaska. CSHS is without its own building and all pets are housed in foster care. One rabbit, 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 checked, wormed, had shots updated, checked for friendly temperaments, and age appropriately spayed/neutered. Adoption fees are $165-plus for
Volunteers for the Carver Scott Humane Society will hold a pet adoption from noon to 3 p.m. Dec. 10 at Petco, off old Highway 212 and Singletree Lane in Eden Prairie. CSHS is without its own building and all pets are housed in foster care. One rabbit, 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 checked, wormed, had shots updated, checked for friendly temperaments, and age appropriately spayed/neutered. Adoption fees are $165-plus for cats and $195-plus for dogs. Call the society for more in formation on adopting a homeless pet at (952) 368-3553, or visit carverscotths.org.
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Lessons from life about showing gratitude Books abound about the importance of living life with gratitude, many pointing out the healing endorphins we release in the process and the resulting positive contributions to our general well-being. With Thanksgiving Day upon us, I turned for inspiration to a favorite book of mine on the topic, “A Grateful Heart,” edited by M.J. Ryan. One quote in particular stood out for me, written by Rudyard Kipling: “Do not care overly much for wealth, or power, or fame, or one day you will meet someone who cares for none of these things, and you realize how poor you have become.” My initial attraction to this quote was likely in response to my dismay at the news that some retailers were beginning “Black Friday” sales on Thanksgiving Day afternoon. Yet it also set me to thinking about what gratitude is. It helped remind me it is
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not just about counting our own blessings, important as that is. More broadly, it is about learning to recognize what is most important in life, which draws upon our faith and values. We learn gratitude is a process that is not just focused upon our own self, but something we emanate back out to those around us. As Shakti Gawain said, “The more light you allow within you, the brighter the world you live in will be.”
Kipling’s quote also reached out to me, for it affirmed my awareness of how my older brother has been my greatest teacher about gratitude. As a result of oxygen deprivation at birth, his life was plagued by challenges from the ensuing brain damage and epilepsy. He was sent to a state institution by age 12 and spent most of his adult life in St. Peter State Security Hospital, except for numerous unsuccessful attempts to live in various community programs. Growing up alongside him, I quickly learned that my challenges were dwarfed by his, which in itself taught me much about gratitude. However, what was of far greater teaching significance was observing how he personally processed his challenges, deprived of many material possessions, wealth, power, or fame – by default, not choice. Barely able to read, write
or understand basic math, he nevertheless expressed heartfelt thoughts that reflected considerable introspection. Despite all the tragic things that happened to him throughout his life, his faith remained unshakeable. The depth of his compassion was aweinspiring and seemingly unending. And even through his incredible suffering, which drove him to several suicide attempts, he never grew bitter toward others. Right up until his death 10 years ago, he remained one of the most tender-hearted people I have ever known. All traits many of us with more normal abilities aspire to, but frequently never achieve. So I get what Kipling means when he alludes to what such individuals are capable of teaching us. This was particularly apparent when we attended the funeral service held at the Security Hospital for
the residents. One by one, many of them stood and shared ways my brother had enriched their lives, from his humor to his deep caring. There was such collective pain among them as a result of the many misfortunes that had landed them there, yet an equally strong bond with one another. Isolated from the bigger outside world, with few possessions to their name, they had each grown to realize the importance of their interconnectedness, in ways we sometimes forget. Upon leaving, the staff had packed up my brother’s few meager belongings for us to bring home, the largest of which were a well worn Bible and two shoeboxes packed tight with hundreds of letters neatly lined up. A dramatic statement about what he cherished most in his life – those who reached out and never forgot about him. For his many teachings about gratitude, faith and
compassion, I will be forever grateful. As we gather at Thanksgiving, may we give thanks for all those we hold dear – including those who have passed, and honor the many ways they have enriched our lives and we theirs. In all of our busyness, let us not forget to cherish the presence of those at our table and this special sacred time together. And as we count our blessings, both big and small, let us consciously choose ways that our blessings may serve to bless others. With heads bowed in prayer, may we trust in the power of gratitude at work in every aspect of our lives, no matter what our present challenges. Spiritual writer Lauren Carlson-Vohs shares this space with Dr. Bernard E. Johnson, Beryl Schewe and the Revs. Rod Anderson and Timothy A. Johnson. “Spiritually Speaking” appears weekly.
RELIGION NEWS
Eden Prairie
Thanksgiving one day early
Worship Directory
Thanksgiving starts one day early this year. Join Victory Lutheran Church members at 7 p.m. Thanksgiving Eve for a Christ-centered church service, according to a news release. Everyone is welcome to stay for a pie social following the service. It has been an annual tradition to have a wide variety of tasty pies and ice cream to enjoy along with fantastic fellowship. The service and social are set for 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 23, at Victory Lutheran Church, 16200 Berger Drive, Eden Prairie.
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Thanksgiving service, social Prairie Lutheran Church of Eden Prairie has planned a special worship service at 7 p.m. Thanksgiving eve, Wednesday, Nov. 23. A pie social will follow the service. Guests are welcome for this free service of Thanksgiving, featuring music and a message from Rev. Joel Quie, lead pastor. Prairie Lutheran Church is at 11000 Blossom Road, Eden Prairie. One mile west of 169 off Pioneer Trail. For more in for mation or directions, visit prairielutheran.org or call (952) 829-0525.
Noel at Noon at Wooddale The Noël at Noon Advent Concert Series at Wooddale Church “provides a time for ref lection on Jesus’ coming to Earth in advance of the celebration of Christmas,” according to a news release. T he concer ts wi l l be on Wooddale’s the Eden Prairie and Edina campuses, starting from 12:10-12:40 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 30, in the Worship Center on the Eden Prairie campus. The fi rst concert of the series on the Edina campus is from 12 :10-12 :40 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1. The concerts on both campuses will feature the same g uest artist each week. The fi rst week of concerts in the series will feature Ensemble Aventura. This trio i ncludes Woodda ler Sa ra h Ber tsch on violi n, Monica St rat ton on voice and vio lin and Monica’s husband, Roger, on piano. They have performed in concerts around the Twin Cities and have been well received at previous Noël at Noon concert series. The second week of concerts, on Dec. 7 and 8, features singer, songwriter and recording artist Sara Renner. Sara is the director of contemporary worship at St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church in Mahtomedi, Minn. The third week of concerts, on Dec. 14 and 15, features Wo o dd a le orga ni st Wo o dy Johnson and pianist Melody Anderson. Woody has studied organ with internationally known Daniel Chorzempa and Gerald Bales and has played organ or conducted choirs in many local churches. Melody is a pianist at many Wooddale services and events. Lunch is available for $ 5 before and after each concert (11:30 a.m.-12:10 p.m. and 12:401 p.m.) on both campuses.
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Sunday School 9:00 AM
Web: atgrace.com Phone: 952-926-1884 At southeast corner of Eden Prairie Road and Pioneer Trail in Eden Prairie
Sunday Morning Services: 8:00 • 9:30 • 11:00 Children’s programming at 9:30 and 11:00
St. Andrew Lutheran Church invites you and your family to
Thanksgiving Worship THANKSGIVING EVE November 23 - 7:00 p.m. Pie Fellowship follows worship
13600 Technology Drive (Along State Hwy. 5/212 one mile west of 494)
952-937-2776
www.standrewlu.org Join us for a Thanksgiving worship service and Pie Social
www.victorylcms.org 952-934-0956 Sunday worship 9:00 AM Chris an Educa on for all ages – 10:15 AM
(3 yrs.– 8th grade)
15050 Scenic Heights Road Eden Prairie 952-937-8781 (1 blk. west of Mitchell Rd.)
www.prairiechurch.org
ST. ALBAN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH SUNDAY 8:00 & 10:00 a.m. WEDNESDAY 6:00 p.m. “Come grow with us in Christ” 6716 Gleason Road, Edina • (952) 941-3065
www.stalbansedina.org
105112
One Anothering Immanuel Lutheran Church 16515 Luther Way, Eden Prairie • 952-937-8123 (2 blocks N. of Hwy. 5 on Cty. Rd. 4)
Sunday Worship Services (nursery available) Traditional Services: 8 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Contemporary Service: 11 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. Saturday Worship Service at 5 p.m. Visit us at www.Immanuel.us
Eden PraIrIe PresbyterIan Church
Of¿ce: 934-0811 6500 Baker Road • Eden Prairie, MN 55346
Wednesday, November 23 7:00 pm
Sunday Services:
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Sunday Worship 9:00 & 11:00 am Sunday Education & Wednesday Learning 952 952--829 829--0525 www.prairielutheran.org
Join us this Sunday! Worship Service: 10:15 am Sunday School: 9:00 am
9145 Eden Prairie Road · Eden Prairie, MN Located at NE corner of Pioneer Tr. & EP Rd.
Bible Classes - 9:30 a.m. Worship Service - 10:45 a.m. Evening Service - 6:00 p.m.
Wednesdays: AWANA Clubs - 6:30 p.m. Youth Bible Study - 6:30 p.m. Adult Bible Study 6:45 p.m.
Child Care Provided in All Services www.libertybaptistmn.org
087036
Pax Christi Catholic Community 12100 Pioneer Trail, Eden Prairie Father Patrick Kennedy, Pastor
www.paxchristi.com
Building Friendships, Building Families, Building Faith
Weekend Masses Saturday Sunday
5:00PM 9:00AM, 11:00AM, 5:00PM
Weekday Masses Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
8:30AM 8:30AM 6:00PM 6:45AM 8:30AM
All are Welcome!
Are you hungry for “meaty” Bible teaching? The close-knit fellowship of a smaller church? Good friends for your children? Visit our brand new church in Eden Prairie, meeting at Eden Lake Elementary, south of the EP Mall, off Preserve Blvd. (One mile west of Hwy 169, on Anderson Lakes Pkwy) Sunday School for all ages 9:15am-10:15am Worship service 10:30am-11:45am Eden Lake Elementary School 12000 Anderson Lakes Pkwy Eden Prairie, MN, 55347 Rev. Ryan Kron, 612-751-2096 ryankron@hotmail.com www.emmausrcus.org 217647
Youth Group 6 pm Young Adults 7:30 pm
Prairie Hill Evangelical Free Church Dr. Jerry Erickson, Pastor
Sunday Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Treasure Seekers and Sunday School Classes for all ages: 9:15 am Wednesdays: Family Meal at 5:30 pm, Awana at 6:30 pm
Visit our website for more groups and events! www.phefc.org 103288
952-937-9593 17200 Valley View Road, Eden Prairie (Located next to Eden Prairie High School)
The Worship Directory appears in the following publications: Eden Prairie News, Chanhassen Villager, Chaska Herald, Shakopee Valley News, Prior Lake American, Savage Pacer and Jordan Independent
Call Kathy 952-345-3003 for rates!
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Holiday boutique is planned Dec. 3 Find a wide variety of beautiful, unusual handcrafted gifts at the Holiday Boutique from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, at Pax Christi Catholic Community, 1210 0 Pioneer Trail, Eden Prairie. More than 50 juried vendors will be selling their handcrafted items, including jewelry, purses, pottery, clothing and accessories, and holiday, home and garden décor. A full vendor list is available on the parish Web site, paxchristi.com. A light lunch will be available for purchase from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and treats will be available. Pax Christi youth
www.edenprairienews.com | Eden Prairie News wi l l be sponsori ng a bake sale. For more information about the Holiday Boutique, visit paxchristi.com.
Women’s Christmas Tea Prairie Lutheran Church, 110 0 0 Blossom Road, Eden Prairie, is hosting its annual Women’s Christmas Candlelight Tea from 6:30-9 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 11. This year’s theme is “The Gift.” “Enjoy a delightful evening with local speaker, writer and musician Kathe Matthews. Kathe, a member of Prairie Lutheran Church, lives with her husband and two children in Chaska. She enjoys writing, singing and telling stories that God teaches her through everyday events,” according to
a news release. “Savor decadent desserts over conversation with other women. We will serve desserts, mini-sandwiches, coffee and tea in the Great Hall.” Tickets are $10 and you may pu rchase tickets on line at www.prairielutheran.org. The church is partnering with Cornerstone Women’s Shelter to help collect items for families in need. “Please bring donations of new toiletries, clothing or food for women and children to the church the night of the event,” the release said. Info: prairielutheran.org or (952) 829-0525.
days and Thursdays starting Jan. 3. “We welcome the challenges of helping your child overcome separation anxiety, master toileting skills, communicate their needs and make friends of their classmates,” according to a news release. A registration forum is set for Nov. 30 at Prairie Lutheran Church. Childcare will be provided and families can register for the current preschool year or the 2012-2013 preschool year. Prairie Lutheran Preschool is one mile west of 169 on Pioneer Trail in Eden Prairie. Info: (952) 94 2-18 0 0 or prairielutheran.org.
Register for preschool classes
Wednesday Learning at Prairie Lutheran
Prairie Lutheran Preschool is opening a new January 3’s class from 12:30-3 p.m. Tues-
Prairie Lutheran Church is kicking off Wednesday Learning programs for all ages, with activities from 7-8 p.m. each Wednesday. For adults, there is a small group study of “The Story” with video and discussion. Teens from seventh-12th grade will hang out with friends and learn about God in either the confi rmation class or the High School Bible study. Children from fi rst to sixth grade will enjoy Bible activity time in the Kids Club program, or come early at 6:30 p.m. for the Kids Praise music program. Free nursery care is available for children younger than first grade. Info: (952) 829-0525 or prairielutheran.org. Prairie Lut hera n Chu rch is at 110 0 0 Blossom Road, one mile west of Highway 169 off Pioneer Trail and Bennett Place in Eden Prairie.
publicnotices Financial Management 1500 Highway 36 West Roseville, MN 55113-4266
DISTRICT REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES ED-00110-35 B U D G E T F O R 2011 - 2012
Minnesota Statute, Section 123B.10, requires that every school board shall publish the subject data of this report.
District Number: 272
District Name: Eden Prairie Schools 2010-2011 Actual 2010-2011 Actual Revenues Expenditures and Transfers in and Transfers out
FUND
General Fund/Restricted General Fund/Other Food Service Community Service Building Construction Debt Service Trust Fund
June 30,2011 Actual Fund Balance
2011-2012 Budget 2011-2012 Budget June 30,2012 Revenues Expenditures Projected and Transfers in and Transfers out Fund Balance
$10,828,997
$10,210,780
$2,514,651
$9,189,178
$10,582,790
$1,121,039
$93,917,141
$92,140,534
$15,241,716
$91,301,991
$94,903,732
$11,639,975
$4,628,614
$4,431,670
$2,512,979
$4,605,000
$4,755,215
$2,362,764
$4,865,680
$4,816,404
$332,892
$5,276,703
$5,162,378
$447,217
$12,205,206
$6,037,220
$10,859,665
$499,999
$6,702,756
$4,656,908
$11,243,134
$11,452,805
$1,350,006
$12,686,241
$12,725,597
$1,310,650
$825,110
$749,776
$2,974,534
$800,000
$801,000
$2,973,534
$2,554,297
$897,917
$17,368,197
$0
$1,000,000
$16,368,197
$1,037,785
$987,663
$570,507
$790,982
$760,925
$600,564
$142,105,964
$131,724,769
$53,725,147
$125,150,094
$137,394,393
$41,480,848
Internal Service OPEB* Irrevocable Trust OPEB Debt Service TOTAL - ALL FUNDS
Temple of Eck offers events The following events are held at the Temple of ECK for the community in November: “Discover Soul Travel!”
from 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Nov. 30. “Find out how to do it. Expand your consciousness. Prove your eternal nature,” according to a news release. Events are free. The Temple of Eck is at 7450 Powers Blvd., Chanhassen. Info: templeofeck. org or (952) 380-2200.
‘Questions of Faith’ Prairie Lutheran Church is hosting a series of Sunday Spotlight Speakers, with the next event at 10 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 4, between worship services. The free presentation by author and teacher Dan Simundson is tit led “Questions of Faith.” Simundson, professor emeritus of Old Testament at Luther Seminary, was ordained in 1959 and studied at Stanford and Harvard Universities, as well as Cambridge in England. “Simundson will lead us through an interesting discussion about how our faith is under fire when we have questions and doubts,” according to a news release. “If you feel like your faith is falling apart, talk to God about it,” Simundson says. “Only in relationship can one renew faith and hope.” Bring your questions and enjoy open conversation and refreshments with others. Prairie Lutheran Church is at 11000 Blossom Road, Eden Prairie. Info: prairielutheran. org or (952) 829-0525.
Victory Lutheran presents ‘Shane’ Victory Lutheran Church at 16200 Berger Drive, Eden Prairie, will be holding a movie night at 6 p.m. Dec. 2. “Shane,” the classic western, set against the Tetons in 1800’s Wyoming, will be the feature fi lm, according to a news release. “The story centers on a young
boy, who idolizes a drifter and ex-gunfighter (Alan Ladd) that mysteriously shows up at the family’s ranch. Viewers of all ages are welcome, however the fi lm is rated PG for some violence. The movie lasts two hours with one intermission,” the release said. Bring your own treats and beverages. Info: http://victorylcms. org/ or attend 9 a.m. Sunday service.
A ‘Very Important Pageant’ Prairie Lutheran Church is hosting its annual Children’s Christmas Program from 7-8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 14. This year’s theme is “The Very Important Christmas Pageant.” “All ages are invited to experience the joy of the holiday season,” according to a news release. “Enjoy the wonderful story of the birth of Christ told with humor, music and awe by kids ages pre-K to sixth grade. We wi l l have desser ts and coffee in the Great Hall immediately following the event. The event is free and open to the public.” Prairie Lutheran Church is at 11000 Blossom Road, Eden Prairie. Info: prairielutheran. org or (952) 829-0525.
Send us your religion news There are several ways you can submit a news or calendar event relating to religion. You can mai l it to Eden Prairie News, P.O. Box 44220, Eden Prairie, MN 55344, fax it to (952) 942-7975, email it to editor@edenprairienews.com, or deliver it to 250 Prairie Center Drive, Suite 211, Eden Prairie. Deadline is noon on the Monday preceding the Thursday publication date. We urge that submissions be brief, to the point and typed.
CURRENT STATUTORY OPERATING DEBT PER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 123B.81
LONG TERM DEBT OUTSTANDING JULY 1, 2010
$83,594,071
PLUS: NEW ISSUES
$12,070,000
LESS: REDEEMED ISSUES
$8,907,143
OUTSTANDING JUNE 30, 2011
$86,756,927
AMOUNT OF GENERAL FUND DEFICIT, IF ANY, IN EXCESS OF 2.5% OF EXPENDITURES, 6/30/11 COST PER PUPIL UNIT - AVERAGE DAILY MEMBERSHIP (ADM) 6/30/11 TOTAL OPERATING EXPENDITURES
SHORT TERM DEBT
$0
CERTIFICATES OF INDEBTEDNESS
$0
2010-11 TOTAL ADM SERVED + TUITIONED OUT ADM + ADJUSTED EXTENDED ADM
OTHER SHORT TERM INDEBTEDNESS
$0
2010-11 OPERATING COST PER ADM
$101,388,608 9,838
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(Published in the Eden Prairie News on Thursday, November 24, 2011; No. 3243) Public Notice November 15, 2011 (Official Publication) Linda Bond General Paul R. Seiler Territorial Commander Lt. Colonel Daniel Sjogren Divisional Commander The Salvation Army will administer for the Federal Emergency Management Agency Local Board #485910, Phase 29 Allocations. Agencies who may apply: Any non-profit organization or government agency providing emergency food and shelter for people in the Dakota/Washington/ Scott/Carver County area may apply immediately through The Salvation Army. Thirty nine thousand one hundred eighteen dollars ($39,118) is the total allocation appropriated by Congress for direct services through the Emergency Food and Shelter Program for Dakota, Washington, Scott and Carver Counties. Funds are utilized to supplement and extend emergency food and shelter programs. They are not intended to be used for on-going operating expenses. Please indicate your interest as soon as possible, by requesting an application for funding. Call The Salvation Army at 651-746-3541. Deadlines for Proposals: November 30, 2011 (Published in the Eden Prairie News on Thursday, November 24, 2011; No. 3244)
The Public Notice deadline for the Eden Prairie News is at 4 p.m. Thursday for the following week's issue. BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL. Dated: November 24, 2011 By /s/ Kathleen Porta, City Clerk (Published in the Eden Prairie News on Thursday, November 24, 2011; No. 3245)
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING PROPOSED MODIFICATION OF TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICT NO. 10 WITHIN PRAIRIE VILLAGE REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA IN THE CITY OF EDEN PRAIRIE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Eden Prairie will hold a public hearing on approval of the Modification of the Tax Increment Financing Plan (the Financing Plan) for Tax Increment Financing District No. 10 (the Financing District) and the Redevelopment Plan of Prairie Village Redevelopment Project Area of the Eden Prairie Housing and Redevelopment Authority (the Authority) at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 6, 2011, at the Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie, Minnesota. The Project Plan and Financing Plan provide for the financing with tax increment revenue generated by the Financing District established by the Financing Plan of certain public redevelopment costs to be incurred in connection with carrying out the Project Plan for the Project Area. The boundaries of the Project Area and the TIF District contained therein are shown in the attached map. Details of the modification to the TIF Plan will be available for public inspection at the Eden Prairie City Hall during regular business hours. Any person wishing to express an opinion on the matter to be considered at the public hearing will be heard orally or in writing.
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Shakopee Housing 952-403-1086 1 BR apt., $630/mth, utilities paid. Non-smoking. No pets. 12/1. 952457-5003 2 BR apartment, $750. Garage/ heat included. No pets. 612-799-0574. 3BR/1BA $800. Apt. Remodel! Safe,cln,brght,quiet,Priv deck,plygrnd 1yr lse NrCub/Marshall 722Garden Ln 612-325-7954 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 Hillview Motel Micro/ Refrig. Weekly $175 & Up. Daily, $35 & Up. 952-445-7111 Sandalwood Studiosfull kitchenettes, nightly/ weekly/ monthly rates available. 952-277-0100
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Prior Lake Rentals 1 BR efficiency apt., utilities included. $550/ mth. Bruce, 612-8656387 1 BR, office, full kitchen, no animals. Lakeshore, off-street parking. $650. 952-440-4673 2 BR condo, garage. Pet OK. Includes water, sewer, $925. Available now. 952-440-4112 2BR in quiet 4-plex. No pets, $700. 952-4963485 3BR, 2BA, Appliances, garage, deck, lake access. $1175. January 1st. 952-447-2552 Basement in Wilds Community. $700. per month. 952-440-1131 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 Single person to share house on Prior Lake, open lower level. $700/mth. November free. Have to have job. 406-647-2776
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Reporter, full-time The Litchfield Independent Review has an opening for a motivated, enthusiastic staff writer to join our award-winning news team. Strong reporting, writing and communication skills a must. Journalism degree preferred, although we will train the right candidate. Duties will include covering everything from government meetings, courts and crime, feature stories and more. Competitive pay and benefits package. Send resume to Brent Schacherer, general manager, Litchfield Independent Review, P.O. Box 307, Litchfield, MN 55355 or e-mail: editor@independentreview.net
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Bed skirt, comforter with shams, with pillows. Queen $95. 952-4484620 Bedroom, wall unit Queen. Storage, mirrors lights, oak. $250. 952210-5270 Bike, 26" Magna Great Divide, 21 sp., excellent $20. 952-975-1832
Color Toshiba television 27”. Good condition, $15. 612-594-0091
3, Fordson F1918-1929 tractor parts operators, repair manuals. $160. 952-496-0672 39x24, 2 drawer teak desk, $30. 952-4039352 50"x90" pool table + cues, etc. Good condition, $250. 952-4407615 52” round oak table, 3 leaves, $500/BO, 952492-6512 7 ft. Christmas tree. Very good condition. $20. 952-937-0264
Aeropostale girls M, winter jacket. Faux fur hood. $35. 651-7552924 Antique pump organ, oak. Free. 952-4454858 Apple Laptop iBook G4 latest OS. Excellent condition, $169. 612839-2933 Artifical fiberoptic christmas tree, 30", silver, Good condition, $10. 952-447-4961 Beachbody Insanity. 10 DVDs. Brand new. $64.50 http://tinyurl.com/c7q39 8v Beachbody P90X. 13 DVDs. Brand new $64.99. http://tinyurl. com/7fsmoez Beachbody Turbofire. 11 DVDs. Brand new. $69.99 http://tinyurl. com/7dw3qey
Blackberry curve 8330 plus accessories, charger, bluetooth, holster. $95. 952-210-5270
70lb. Everlast Heavybag, free to first taker. 952-975-3828 Dining room set, $50. 952-445-7735
Bed frame, queen size. Excellent condition. $20 952-210-5270 Proform 950, Ecliptical $100. 952-239-8521
Christmas tree 7.5 Scottsdale pine, $249., sell $75. 952-855- 4401
Dog house, 28W x 42L x 34H, perfect. Free. 952-474-8095 Dresser, 30X36 new, white, 3 drawers. $30. 952-465-9862 Ellen Tracy black leather handbag, with dust bag. $35. 651-3369300. Entertainment center, oak, corner unit, good condition, $150/ BO, 952-448-5229 Fine china, Wentworth "Camelot". 97 pieces, never used. $250. 952496-0672 Flex Steel, queen hide a bed, good condition. $50. 952-492-3279
28X22X24 Maple children's table. With 2 chairs, cute, $50. 952403-9352 3 bulk dog self-feeders used in kennels. Poly. $15. 612-210-3106
Bunk bed, twin beds. Excellent condition, ladder, rails. $350. 612802-1130 Chevrolet, HHR front floor mats. $40. 952445-7537 China, 45pc, white w/elegant gold trim, CrownMing, new, $250. 952949-2276 Christmas train, indoor outdoor, 3D holigraphic, like new. $40. 952-4454378
Schwinn, Bowflex $100. 612-801-7586
Corner Oak entertainment center, Speakers, shelves adjust, $200. 952-448-4823 Craftsmans Snowthrower. 5hp, 24” dual stage. Track driven, $175. 952807-2572
Foosball table, Sportcraft, great condition, $25. 952-949-2276
Foldable puppy playpen carry case. Floormat screen cover. $15. 952233-2131 Freezer, Whirlpool upright. Cash, $50. 952829-5335 Full size comforter bed set. Light green/cream colored. $10. 952-2332131 Gulbransen Paragon organ with bench. Free 952-445-9797 Hide a bed couch, tan striped. $40. 612-3855198 Kenmore, electric dryer. Rarely used, great condition. $85. 612-7013018 King size mattress with box springs. Great condition, $200. 612-2051306 Large, antique, cast iron scalding pot, $75. b/o 612-454-7102 Maytag, gas dryer, white, good condition. $125. 952-807-2572 Mink coat, full length. Size 14, perfect condition, $500. 952-9381298
Mirror, 33"x43" decorative, maple frame, $15. 952-447-7825
Remington, 1100 12ga mag, 28" VR full choke. $400. 952-452-4345
Mountain Bike, Hard Rock, good condition, $100, 952-913-7168
Sandicast Beagle, 10"x6"x5", wicker basket. Brown, black eyes. $45. 952-938-5050
Organ, electric, older, good condition, $25. 952-873-3429 Panimage 10.1" digital frame. Stores 2500 images. New. $50. 651402-9109 Pellet Rifle w/scope, Daisy Powerline 880, . 177&bb, 750fps. $39. 952-452-4345 Philips, Norelco, shaver. Corded, cordless use. $35. 952-938-5050 Porcelain doll, victorian 22", Chantell, brown dress, pretty, $12. 952447-4961 Portable basketball hoop, $45. 612-4547102 Portable fish house,. Good condition, used very little. $50. 952-8733429 Prelit 6ft Christmas tree like new. $35. cash. 952-445-4375
Sas shoes, black leather, New. 5-9pm $80. 952-443-3765 Snow blower, Honda HS55, 22"cut, 2stage, Trac drive, $175. 952496-1672 Snowblower, JacobsenHomelite. 4hp, 20" single stage, electric start, $240. 952-496-0672 Sofa, custom made Ethan Allan, cream colored. 94", $300. 612619-5804 Stratford Stage Ironstone for 8. $100., moving must sell. 952-4923279 Subaru, roof bike rack. Tandem. All attachments. $200. b/o 612210-3106 Tires Michelin 2 each 235/50R 17", 255/45R 17". $100. 952-4402466
Toolbox, Craftsman, gray, 2-piece, 8 drawers. Like new, $100. 612-817-2430 Vacuum, Hoover, wind tunnel with manual and attachments. $40. 952445-7537 Vintage wood Creche & Ladder 13-1/2x61/2x91/2. 10 figures. $40. 952-938-5050 Washer, Dryer combo Hirundo, portable, apt. size, 115V, $300. 952447-4577 Weather tech floor mats. Fits Jeep Patriot. $50. 952-448-4474 Whirlpool, Refrigerator , 23 cf 68", 36" wide, $200. 612-578-5560
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TRANSPORTATION Cook's position EO weekend and EO holiday. Exp. a must.
Server-PT Apply in person or email to Keystone Communities of Prior Lake: Please contact Sarah stormoen@keystone communities.com Line Cook, Wait Staff, Part time Host(ess) wanted. Breakfast experienced required. Can lead to full-time. 952447-6668 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
Snow Removal Local company looking for snow plow operators and shovelers. We pay for exp., quick cash, paid immed. Flex. hours. Could lead to FT. 952-393-PLOW (7569) MoveSnowNow@ gmail.com
1998, Bayliner Capri Fish & Ski boat, 19 ft. 135HP. Inboard, stored inside. Excellent condition $6900. 952-4126417
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Shakopee, MN Park Dental currently has an excellent Scheduling Manager opportunity available. We are looking for someone with strong relationship building and organizational skills to work with our patients in our Shakopee location. Dental experience is preferred but not required. It is necessary to have outstanding verbal communication and phone skills with the ability to work productively in a team oriented environment. This is a part-time position. To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to Kim at: kfisher@parkdental.com
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
Warming House Attendants Part-time, seasonal position responsible for the security and safety of the City's outdoor ice rinks, warming houses and park guests. Evening and weekend hours from mid-December to late-February. 5 to 15 hours per week. Minimum Qualifications: Must be 16 years of age and possess strong communication skills. Must be able to work independently and lift 40 lbs. Starting Wage: $8.00 per hour. Application Deadline: Ongoing until positions filled. To Apply: Visit or call www.ci.shakopee.mn.us/employment.cfm (952) 233 9320. TTY/TDD: (952) 233-3837
2006 Crestliner Lsi Angler 2285. Lots of extras. 60 HP Mercury 4 stroke and dual axle trailer. 763-360-6251
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1998 Holiday Rambler Vacationer 36' motorhome, great condition, sleeps 6, 60,000 miles, $31,900 or best offer. Call Gary at 952492-1129.
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
1991 Fleetwood Southwind Motorhome, Class A, 33ft. Only 38k miles! Smooth runner, fully loaded, sleeps 6, hydraulic leveler, $10,500, 612-669-4172
1996 Itasca Suncruiser Motorhome. Class A, 39'. Excellent condition, shedded at all times/ winterized. Loaded! 29,300 actual miles. $35,000/BO. 507-6656019
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
2007 27' Colorardo RL 5th Wheel, 2 Slide $29,500 or best offer. 507-934-4834 M-F after 5:30
Motorcycles
2005 Kawasaki 1600 Vulcan Classic with Vance & Hines pipes. New tires. 10,895 miles. Mint condition. $5900 Call (952) 934-7358
Sporting Goods
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Seeking 2-3 man shoveling crew in Chaska area. 952-292-6357
2004 Harley FXST Softail 24,000 miles. Extras too much to list. Call for details. REDUCED! $8,300. 952-836-6773
2005 black Yamaha R6, 6,000 miles. Yoshimurd customized exhaust. With OEM cover & tank bra. $5,500. 952-3610142
CASH$$ We buy guns SPORTS STOP Shakopee 952-445-5282
EZ-GO Gas Golf Cart with Rear Seat. White with White Top and Seats. $2195. 952-2390446 Hunters/ Trappers: We buy fur and trade for deer hides. Sports Stop, Shakopee, 952445-5282 Winchester 94, 30-30, like new. Shakopee. $650. For pictures & serial # call 712-269-2102
Storage/Vehicles Inside storage at Scott County Fairgrounds. 612-919-1076
Cars
Hydro Stream Vegas. 20'. 200 HP+++. Complete restoration. 5 passenger. A real head turner! $8,900 or all trades welcome. 952215-5421
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94 Starcraft, 17ft. Aluminum. Walleye, Bass ½ Console 75hp. Mariner & 8hp. Kicker. $6500. 612-554-6725 or bsehlers3242@gmail.com
1992 Vibo 21' Hexagon pontoon. Low hrs. 2 motors. '96 Merc 90HP + 9.9. Marine radio. Trailer. Clean. $8,500. 612720-2262
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2004 41' SportsCoach Elite. Fully equipped. 23,000K. Well-maintained. 3 slides. $100,000. 952-797-6264
1994 Harley Heritage Softtail, 26300k, all service records avail, extra set of pipes. $7500. Call Mike @ 612-309-6737
Honda style 2007 JMST 250cc Scooter. 1329 miles, original owner, 80 mpg, 4 stroke 2 passenger, $2900.00, call Ray 952-402-9110
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Cars
1968 T-Bird, 429 automatic, new gas tank, tires, fuel pump, sending unit, brakes. Runs. Needs Restoration. Asking $1500. 952-4482015
1976 Chevy Nova hatchback, 305 AT, new tires & exhaust. Runs/ drives great, fun car to drive! $3,000/BO. 952447-8169
Cars
1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cierra, silver edition. Loaded! Only 109,000K miles. V-6, 4 door, $1,100/BO. 952426-5657
Cars
2000 Jaguar XJR. Well maintained. $9700 Silver and black interior, 83,000 miles. Call 612655-6680
Cars
Pontiac Grand Prix 1980 301 Engine, 4.9 Liter, 4 Barrel Overhead, New Fuel Pump, Alternator, Battery Heater, 129500K, $1800. 612418-5159
Trucks
1972 rare triple black 'Cuda, with high compression 340 HP. 727 slapstick tranny. Posirearend, PS, bucket seats, Recession reduced!! $42,500. 612804-4074
1976 Classic Cadillac Convertible. Low mileage. 8 cyl. 440 engine. Complete facts available by calling. 559-435-3751
1998 Dodge Stratus, 6 cyl, AT. 156K. $1,500. 952-445-6173
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
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1993 Chevrolet Suburban 4X4, 260K, starts and runs great, body rusty, great winter vehicle, asking $1200, 952447-4946
Trucks
1964 Chevy C20, 350 engine, 350 auto tranny, every bolt, nut, part replaced, or sandblasted and painted. 8K. REDUCED- $12,500. 952913-7808
1993 Ford F150, 4x4, new motor, 35k, lift kit, dual tanks. ARIZONA TRUCK, NO RUST, $6000 OBO, Chanhassen, 505-803-8232
Trucks
2004 Chevy Silverado Z71 Ext. Cab. 77,XXX perfect cond. Loaded, leather, Bose, 6Disc, Topper and many xtras. $15,700 B/O 612-2030804
Sport Util Vehicles
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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1997 Ford Conversion, 244,000 well maintained miles, HD tow package, $1,200.00 OBO, lots new, email for details scottlacher@ hotmail.com 612-2107303
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living in ep Did you know? Thanksgiving is on Thursday and most EP residents will be surrounded by family eating great food, but how do other towns around the country celebrate turkey day? I New York City celebrates Thanksgiving with the Macy’s Christmas Parade. The parade signifies the launch of the Christmas shopping season and was launched in 1924 by Macy’s employees. Today, about 3 million people attend the parade and more than 40 million watch it on television. I When the Detroit Lions played football on Thanksgiving Day for the first time in 1934, they hosted the Chicago Bears at the University of Detroit stadium. More than 25,000 fans attended. Since that time, the Lions have played a game every Thanksgiving (except between 1939 and 1944). I Three towns in the U.S. take their name from the traditional Thanksgiving bird. The towns are Turkey, Texas, with a population of 465; Turkey Creek, La., with a population of 363; and Turkey, N.C., which has a population of 270. Source: History.com
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Dancers from the Prairie School of Dance’s Cathedral Company performed to the song “One Voice” by the Wailin’ Jennys during the interfaith Community Celebration of Thanksgiving held at Pax Christi Catholic Community Sunday.
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he sanctuary of Pax Christi Catholic Community was fi lled with people from all manner of faith communities Sunday, all united to give thanks. The sixth annual Eden Prairie Community Celebration of Thanksgiving included song and dance all around the theme Expressions of Gratitude – Unity, Hope and Love. The event was hosted this year by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Other participating faith communities included: AMCC-American Muslim Community Center, Sathya Sai Center of Minneapolis South, Sri Venkateswara (Balaji) Temple, Minnesota Zen Center, Eden Prairie United Methodist Church, Immanuel Lutheran Church, Pax Christi Catholic Community, Prairie Lutheran Church and St. Andrew Lutheran Church. The planning team for the event included: Russell Ackerman, Joan Howe-Pullis, Clem Nagel, Trish Sullivan Vanni, Kevin Adams, Donna Kasbohm, Elizabeth Nagel, Marianne Ward, Natalie Foster, Shela Mushtaq, Don Prestly and Jacquie Zetting.
This date in EP history Nov. 28, 1891– The citizens of Eden Prairie are going to have a big skating party at Rock Island Lake, i.e. Bryant Lake. Source: “Eden Prairie Book of Days” by Ernie Shuldheiss
Turn back the page The Nov. 26, 1992, issue of the Eden Prairie News reported that a new preschool facility in a business park seems to be working well. The Eden Prairie Family Center and its patron are adjusting to a new site for programs: an officewarehouse building at 7700 Golden Triangle Drive. At first glance, one of the tenants in the Tech VII office building appears to be serving an upscale clientele. Many of the patrons get chauffeur service; they command personal attention from the staff; and they even have an executive sized recreation room.
Cantors Tom and Casey Scheller sing “For the Healing of the Nations.”
Impressive, considering this big service is going to such small clients. By the way, the recreation room is full of toys and the chauffeur is usually Mom. These are preschoolers attending early childhood education programs. Source: Eden Prairie News archives
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The choir from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints sings “Every Star is Different.” Choir members included Keathon Duersch, Allison Harris, Whitney Hawkes, Joe Klenotich, Jeremy Knighton, Grace Murray, Evy Peel, Mason Stoltz, Spencer Stoltz and Madie Ward.
The banners for the event say “peace” in many languages. As the Thanksgiving celebration began the banners were carried out and the audience sang, “How Beautiful Our Spacious Skies.”
The Academy of Russian Ballet will present the Nutcracker.
Dates to remember Twin Cities Bronze in Concert -Concert at 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 27, Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3674 Arboretum Blvd., Chaska La Danse Fatale’s 7th Annual Nutcracker Ballet Clinic -12:45 p.m. – 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4, Dance Arts Centre, 18690 Lake Drive E., Chanhassen
Bishop Russell Ackerman of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints offered a welcome and introduction. The Mormon Church hosted this year’s event.
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Joetta Repke was the American Sign Language interpreter for the event.
The hand bell choir offered chimes for the songs during the Interfaith Thanksgiving Celebration.
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Rejoice! A Celebration of Christmas – 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9, St. Michael’s Lutheran Church, 9201 Normandale Blvd., Bloomington Academy of Russian Ballet’s 10th Annual Production of the Nutcracker - Recital at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 16, Eden Prairie High School Performing Arts Center, 17185 Valley View Road, Eden Prairie For more information, see the Let’s Go! Calendar.