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news Eden Prairie Service Center to close in 2012 BY LEAH SHAFFER lshaffer@swpub.com
The Eden Prairie Service Center will be closing in early 2012. The center, run by Hennepin County, offers residents a place to renew drivers’ licenses, update license tabs, renew passports and more. However, with the increase in online business and the addition of nearby centers in Carver County, business at the Eden Prairie Center has been declining since it opened in 2005. The closing was approved Dec. 13 as part of the $1.65 billion Hennepin County budget, which cuts the tax levy by $1 million. Commissioners OK’d the budget, with the exception of Jeff Johnson, who was absent, and Randy Johnson. Randy Johnson, who represents the majority of Eden Prairie and Bloomington on the Hennepin County Board, voted against the closure, and instead, introduced a resolution to keep it open at least until the county could do a
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Aisha Jimale, 6, of Eden Prairie with her mother Sarfiya Osman, visited the Thursday evening Baro tutoring session at the Eden Prairie Library. Baro, which is Somali for “learn,” is organized through Wooddale and City Hill Fellowship churches. Tutoring is offered to families at the library Tuesday and Thursday evenings.
Tutoring program taps into EP’s knowledge bank Somali students can find homework help at the library Tuesdays and Thursdays BY LEAH SHAFFER lshaffer@swpub.com
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low murmur hums through the Eden Prairie Library Thursday night as study groups fi ll in the corner tables and computer stations of the building. Baro is in session. Baro, the Somali word for learn, is a tutoring program that operates on Tuesday and Thursday evenings in the Eden Prairie Library. It stems from
Baro runs from 6-8:30 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Eden Prairie Library. Contact Daniel Prusinski at (952) 656-1072 or email dan.prusinski@ wooddale.org for more information. a partnership between churches and community members. The program is coordinated through Wooddale and City
That’s the spirit! BY KARLA WENNERSTROM editor@edenprairienews.com
“One, two, three ! ” the Eden Prairie Eagle called out. And all the students shouted, “Do the right thing!” Showcasing the spirit of Eden Lake Elementary School was the order of the day at a pep rally Friday – and it was a spirited event. Throughout the Spirit of Eden Lake Week, the fi fth-grade leadership group at the school worked to “identify our gifts and talents (we call this our ‘spark’) and [looked] at how to use them to make the world a better place.” The parent who was described as a catalyst for the event was Marijo Ose.
Ose said one of the goals of the week’s activities was to inspire students to make good choices and “do the right thing.” She said the fifth-grade leaders came up with the activities, organized the event, even wrote out the invitations, including the news release. “They’re really doing it,” she said. “Just with some adult encouragement.” Fifth-grader Nathan Bellefeuille said he liked being part of the leadership group. “My favorite part of the week was the caring and what we were thankful for,” Nathan said. “It was really good to share your feelings
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Hill Fellowship, but includes volunteers from beyond those churches. About 35 volunteers are a part of the Baro program, but it all started with the work of Linda and Dave Wiklund. Dave Wiklund said he’s been tutoring at the Eden Prairie Library for eight years. “I put roots down,” he said. He started tutoring because a friend told him a Somali high school student needed help with homework, so Dave,
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“Famous Dave,” Dave Anderson spoke during the recent Eden Prairie Chamber luncheon. Anderson, the founder of Famous Dave’s barbecue restaurants, shared his secrets to success.
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‘Famous Dave’ talks life, the universe and barbecue
The spirit of Eden Lake Elementary School was showcased in an event Friday
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It took an electric personality like Dave Anderson to rile up the normally staid crowd of business professionals in the Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce. Anderson, better known as “Famous Dave,” founder of Famous Dave’s barbecue restaurants, got the Chamber luncheon attendees to their feet last Thursday, arms in the air, shouting an affi rmative chant about how amazing they feel. “The real strength in America is what happens in rooms like this,” Anderson said. “We have to stand up; we have to get fi red up.” Famous Dave’s latest restaurant, the “fast
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Hundreds of students, staff members and friends gathered at Eden Lake Elementary School Friday. Fox 9 meteorologist and Eden Prairie resident Ian Leonard hosted the Eden Lake pep rally.
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Firefighters from across the state gathered Wednesday at the Chanhassen Fire Department to announce that they had exceeded their fundraising goal to build a memorial honoring the state’s fallen fi refi ghters. The group has more than $ 600,000 committed in donations and pledges. “The Minnesota Fallen Firefighter Memorial will stand on the grounds of the State Capitol. Construction will begin in the spring, with the memorial completed by National Fallen Firefi ghters Memorial Weekend in October 2012,” according to a news release. “Since 1881, 194 Minnesota firefighters have died in the line of duty. A small memorial dedicated to these fallen heroes has stood in a tucked-away location near the baggage claim at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport for more than 20 years.” The Minnesota Fire Service Foundation plans a much larger, more accessible and interactive memorial. Donations are still being accepted at: Minnesota Fire Service Foundation c/o Flagship Bank, 7525 Office Ridge Road, Eden Prairie, MN 55344-3644. Online contributions can be made at: www.mnfi reservicefoundation.org. All contributions are tax deductible.
‘What’s Cooking in Eden Prairie’’ 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, Belladonna Floral or Bearpath Golf and Pro Shop. The 550 recipes are from friends and family members from Eden Prairie. There are recipes from Vikings players, wives and coaches, Eden Prairie firefighters, teachers our mayor and more. Proceeds benefit the Foundation for Eden Prairie Schools, Eden Prairie Historical Soci-
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Community Center has holiday hours The Eden Prairie Community Center is open from 5:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 24 and closed on Dec. 25 for the Christmas holiday. In addition, the Community Center is open from 5:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Dec. 31 and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Jan. 1, to kick off those New Year’s resolutions. Studio A is closed Dec. 23-31 for maintenance, according to a news release. For more information, visit edenprairie. org/communitycenter to learn more and fi nd regularly scheduled hours.
Blizzard Blitz is Jan. 16 Adrian Peterson and the Minnesota Vikings are teaming up with Starkey Hearing Foundation for its annual, all-day Blizzard Blitz family ice-fishing event from noon to 3 p.m. Monday, Jan. 16, at Lola’s Lakehouse on Lake Waconia. “During the event, the Foundation will also hold a hearing mission to deliver the gi ft of hearing to under-served, hearing-impaired children and adults from the Waconia area,” according to a news release. Activities include “free rod and reel building, ice safety, fish identification and high tech fi shing gadget tutorials; ice fi shing Olympics; as well as a star-studded ice fishing tournament – all while raising funds that will help give children around the world the gift of hearing,” according to a news release. “During the hearing mission inside Lola’s Lakehouse, the Foundation team of audiologists and staff will fit each of the recipients, who range in age from three to 77 with their own custom-made, digital hearing device.” Celebrity guests are scheduled to include “Chris Smith, Former NFL Washington Redskin; Steve Hutchinson, Minnesota Viking; Kyle Massey, Disney Actor; Chris Massey, Nickelodeon Actor; Shjon Podein, NHL Stanley Cup Champion; Mike Pomeranz, KARE11 TV/FOX Sports; Congressman Erik Paulsen; Senator David
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‘BUSIEST QUARTER EVER’ “The fourth quarter has been our busiest quarter ever,” Harnack said. Harnack said in November PROP served a record number of clients with 550 food orders provided. In November, the PROP Shop served 234 families, a record as well. “That’s the highest monthly number of families utilizing our client room since our opening in 2007,” according to a news release. Thirty-eight of those families were new to the organization.
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Upcoming You can help PROP during Souper Bowl Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 28, at Central Middle School. Make a donation and you will receive a bowl of soup, and be able to choose a handmade bowl. The fundraiser includes entertainment and a silent auction and raises awareness of hunger in our community. For more information, visit propfood.org. “If ever you wonder if we should be in existence, these are the reasons,” said Deb Kar u l f, PROP Shop Board president. Harnack said the donation from PROP Shop helps meet the needs in the community. She said that use of PROP’s resource room has been skyrocketing. PROP offers a variety of service to help clients reach self sufficiency. She said PROP a nd t he PROP Shop are complementary. Once PROP helps a client with emergency housing and employment questions, PROP Shop can help them with cloth-
ing for a job interview and supplies for their home. “That’s helping them get mobilized, unstuck and back on the road,” Karulf said.
NEW PROGRAMS New programs at PROP include a mental health counselor on site on Tuesdays and job search workshops. The food shelf also started collecting cat and dog food. Just because someone needs to use the food shelf, “It doesn’t mean they have to have one more loss and lose a pet,” Harnack said. “I’m going straight to go buy
some dog food,” Eddy said. W hy the huge numbers, when reports seem to indicate the economy is improving? Harnack said they are seeing “people that have used all their resources now.” They held out as long as possible, using their savings, their 401k money, their children’s savings, she said. “Maybe the impact has come later to those who were successful,” Harnack said. Harnack said if people wait too long to come in for assistance, they might miss a chance to save their home, for example. She said the goal is to serve people with dignity and help people come up with their own solutions. It’s especially difficult this time of year, as families might choose to forego a utility payment to make sure their children have a gift. For more information, including opportunities to donate and holiday hours, visit propshopep.org or propfood.org.
Foundation seeks Century Club members The Eden Prairie Foundation, now celebrating its 30th year, is again encouraging residents to give where they live. The group is seeking Century Club members. The annual giving program was established in 1997, according to a news release. “Last year, over 100 individuals, families and organizations joined and donated over $ 20,000. Since its inception
in 1981, the Foundation has awarded over $1,000,000 in grants and scholarships to deserving community organizations and students,” the release said. “They award grants each spring and fall, and scholarships in the spring. The grants have helped area nonprofits provide the services that help families and individuals, agencies and organizations who provide recreation, art and education programs to all ages,
and partner with community groups to create spaces like the Veterans Memorial.” There are three levels of giving, Century ($100), Silver Century ($250) and Gold Century ($500). Century Club members are recognized on the Foundation website, at the Foundation Ball and receive invitations to breakfasts where the grant money is awarded. To donate, visit edenprai-
riefou ndation.org /donate. Click on “Donation Category,” then “Century Club.” For more information, call Mary Gustafson at (952) 934-7411.
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Eden Prairie Police Department disciplines 3 officers for improper use of data Total of 11 employees investigated on access to driver’s license data The Eden Prairie Police Department disciplined three of its officers for improper use of data from the Minnesota Department of Vehicle Services. Police found that a total of 11 employees had accessed data about a woman, who approached the DVS in August after she suspected public safety officials were improperly accessing her driver’s license data. A total of 18 public safety agencies from a rou nd the metro, including Eden Prairie, received requests on their DVS database usage after staff at the DVS found that the former Eden Prairie police officer’s
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Friends of Library set book sale The Friends of the Eden Prairie Library will be having a book sale on Jan. 25 to 28 T he sa le wi l l beg i n on Wednesday evening, Jan. 25 from 4-7 p.m. for members of the Friends of Eden Prairie Library only. Book sale hours for the public will be from 5-8 p.m.
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Eden Prairie’s PROP Shop donated $7,500 to PROP, the local food shelf, on Monday. The two organizations are sister organizations, but they are not the same organization. PROP, People Reaching out to Other People, 14700 Martin Drive, is the local food shelf and emergency service organization. PROP Shop, 15195 Martin Drive, is a resale shop that also offers clothing and household goods to those in need. Signs of the PROP Shop’s success are these donations made to support the mission of PROP. PROP Shop also makes donations to other local service organizations. In turn, PROP refers its clients to the PROP Shop for clothing and household goods. And the number of clients continues to grow, said Anne Harnack, PROP’s executive director.
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record had been accessed an unusually high number of times. A representative from the DVS did not respond to a request to comment further on the investigation. According to a news release from the city of Eden Prairie, the Police Department concluded its investigation and found that in 10 out of 11 cases, the woman’s information was “accessed for purposes that were not work-related. In those cases, the misuse of the database did not include any criminal intent nor was the information shared. The subject of the data is a former Eden Prairie Police officer and the employees’ access to her information was determined to be personal in nature.” Three employees were disciplined and seven received coaching, as a result of the
investigation. It was found that one employee had used the data for legitimate reasons. Of the seven who were not disciplined, that included five police officers and two civilian employees. “These employees’ accessed DVS records of the individual at a time prior to the date the department has documented training on the use of DVS data,” according to a news release. Those seven employees have since received coaching and retraining on those procedures. Of the three officers who were disciplined the following information was released: One of the officers was a sergeant who has since been relieved of his sergeant rank and received a five-day suspension without pay. It was determined that this officer
accessed the information on nine different days even after being trained on the proper use of DVS data. In addition, the investigation found that this officer’s actions caused others to access the data. The investigation concluded that this sergeant looked at the data to obtain the individual’s contact information and view license photographs. The second officer received a letter of warning for improperly accessing the data for nonlaw-enforcement purposes. This individual looked at the data on two different days, one of which was prior to the training on DVS use. The third officer looked at the data just once but for nonlaw-enforcement purposes. That individual also received a letter of warning.
Thursday, Jan. 26; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Jan. 27 and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 28. The bag sale begins on Saturday at noon with all the books that fit into a grocery bag for $5 per bag. The library is at 565 Prairie Center Drive in Eden Prairie. Donations of books are accepted at any time the library is open. The Friends would also appreciate donations of good paper grocery bags with handles to be used for the bag sale. Proceeds go to fund special projects for the Eden Prairie Library.
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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.
Variety show set at Prairie Adult Care Prairie Adult Care is seeking performers of all ages for a Variety Show from 1-2:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 29. The event is open to the public and free of charge. To schedule a time to perform, contact Prairie Adult Care at (952) 949-3126.
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.
CORRECTION A story in the Dec. 22 edition of the Eden Prairie News misspelled Colombia. The Eden Prairie News is committed to providing ac-
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Early Deadline Notice due to the Christmas and New Year Holidays will be Wednesday, December 21, 2011 at 12:00 p.m. for the December 29, 2011 edition and Wednesday, December 28, 2011 at 12:00 p.m. for the January 5, 2012 edition of the Eden Prairie News. Faxes are not accepted.
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Students offer example: ‘Do the right thing’ Eden Lake Elementary School students offered a great example for the community on Friday. The focus on community service was inspiring. These students aren’t the only ones. Students at Cedar Ridge Elementary School and the International School of Minnesota have been packing food to be shipped to those in need. Other local schools, churches and community groups are organizing food drives and more. And in the spirit of the holiday season, we’d like to congratulate these local children for their good deeds and providing an inspiration to us all. There are a wide variety
of ways to volunteer and help others at this time of year. Visit edenprairievolunteers. org for more information. The city of Eden Prairie website also has a listing of volunteer opportunities. There are opportunities for volunteers and for donating at PROP, the local food shelf, and the PROP Shop, the resale shop that also provides clothing and household items to those in need. We’ll include links to more information on our website. From dropping a few coins in the Salvation Army kettle to taking time out of your busy holiday schedule to help others, follow the example of these students and “Do the right thing.”
Be healthfully merry now, and all year long You can’t pick her for “re-shaping” up a magazine her behavior. Rewithout ads for shaping is creating mouthwatering high small, measurable calorie holiday treats changes that create nor talk to someone sustainable changes. about the holidays We calculated without the mention that based on one of food and drink. 20-ounce soft drink After all, it is the a day at 250 calories, holidays. We wait she is still “gaining” all year to eat, drink half a pound a and be merry, but week or 26 pounds how long does your a year. Our next 5-INGREDIENT LIVING merriment last? “re-shaping” step Most people gain is to try a sparkling up to two pounds in water with a splash the weeks between Thanksgiving of pomegranate juice. First, and New Year’s, while others may calculate your liquid calories and gain five to seven pounds in those then calculate how many miles you same three weeks. That equates to have to walk to burn them off. Is it a surplus of 20,000 calories. Most worth it? people must run one mile to burn Maybe you are thinking water off 100 calories. is not so bad after all. Don’t forget Here are my favorite five water is one of the top 10 nutrients. tips and one big bonus tip to be A rule of thumb, drink half your healthfully merry all year. weight in ounces of water.
Chere
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The ugly holiday sweater I was finally invited stocking this year. to an ugly holiday I soon learned sweater party. Finally. that the ugly holiday After years of watching sweater has become my daughters shop for more than just a few fun, hideous sweaters bad options at local to go out with friends department stores. and enjoy themselves, This is a phenomenon I was finally going to equal to New Year’s get my chance to get Eve in Times Square holiday ugly. and Halloween. Even My friend Chris the Super Bowl. Late had called me up and night television spoofs said we would be on a ugly holiday sweaters LIFE IN EDEN school bus driven by yearly now. These Santa, with 40 or so sweaters are in demand other revelers on a pub and can be found crawl in the north end of Minneapolis everywhere. on a December Saturday night. I was I chose to go the thrift store route thrilled. As far as Santa driving the for my garment, and out of thousands bus, I knew the economy was bad, but of options, selected the one in the Santa taking on a bus-driving gig? photo. That’s rough. Since the vast majority of these Chris did warn that we would types of sweaters are made for likely be the two oldest people at the women, they tended to run small and event. I was not deterred. buttoned on the wrong side. After Ugly holiday sweaters have no 40-some years of buttoning one way, age limit. Just ask my mother (sorry, trust me, I felt like I had been wearing Mom). a loin cloth my entire life as I was I quickly emailed my daughter attempting something so simple, yet and asked where one goes to procure so foreign. It took me an hour to get a truly show-stopping ugly holiday the darn thing on. sweater. It’s a bit hard to describe what Her response? “Check your closet.” it’s like walking into a Minneapolis Thanks, honey. See how you like north-side bar, a rough-and-tumble a lump of coal from Santa in your pub if you will, dressed in a woman’s
Steven
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Steven and Chris in their ugly holiday sweaters. holiday vest festooned with sequins, holly and singing cardinals chirping happily. Let’s just say Chris and I didn’t fit in with the usual crowd. Understatement of the year, right? But I have to tell you, as much as I wanted to despise my cardinal vest, I kind of liked it. I chose it from literally thousands available at the Uptown Ragstock. It was festive. It was bright. It showed that I was willing to bring a little color into the
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR POLITICS
Saving money on health costs I would like to send a short thank you note here, to the Democrats in the U.S. Congress and to the Obama administration. I have an individual health insurance policy. That is where I have to pay for it myself, not some employer. Since all HealthPartners has done for me in the last three years is collect my money, I wanted to see if I could get a better deal. The guy I talked to there told me that, thanks to the new health-care mandates that took effect in September, I would now have preventative services 100 percent covered, no pre-existing condition loopholes, lower co-pays and free online services, among other benefits. Dropping from a $4,000 deductible to a $3,000 deductible, I would still save $174 on my quarterly premiums. Since all of my premiums come out of my pocket, I really appreciate that savings. So thank you, Democrats, for the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. It’s not as much as we really need, but at least it’s a start. Keep up the good fight. If you have not reviewed your health insurance coverage lately, you
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should take a look too. Things have changed. If you are older and you have been avoiding getting a physical or colonoscopy because of the costs, you should defi nitely take a look. It could save your life.
Alan Belisle Eden Prairie
THANK YOU
Thanks from Optimists Club Thank you to everyone who purchased a holiday tree from the Eden Prairie Optimists. The proceeds all go toward the youth programs we support through the year, so as you enjoy your Christmas tree during the holidays, you can also enjoy the knowledge that you have helped your community
Rocky Lhotka Eden Prairie Editor’s note: Lhotka is president of the Optimists Club.
CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL
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school. My science project is on distractions while driving. I tested reaction times of a variety of distractions on a random sample of experienced drivers. Some of the things tested included: eating, drinking, reading, listening to the radio, GPS, annoying noises, dogs and texting. I found that texting caused the most distraction as it took an average of 6.47 seconds to respond compared to an average of .79 of a second to react when there were no distractions. The second largest distraction was eating. This took an average of 1.34 seconds to react. The third most distracting action was using the GPS. The least distractive action of all of the tested distractions was listening to the radio, which averaged .94 seconds reaction time. Based on my findings, I believe there should be tougher laws on texting, eating/drinking and using a GPS while driving. I also think it would be beneficial to have even stronger laws for new drivers as it relates to distractions while driving. My test group was all experienced drivers and yet there was still a delayed reaction time when a distraction was present and since new drivers are still learning and have so much to focus on there should be even more laws regarding distractions while driving.
Jake Bourassa Eden Prairie
Purified water is better My science project this year was on plant growth in different water types. I tried to fi nd what type of water was best for growing plants. The types of water I tested were tap water, fi ltered water and purified bottled water. My results showed that purified water worked the best for plant growth. I think that if purified water is better for plants, that it also might be better for people. If the Eden Prairie tap water had fewer things in it such as chlorine, it could be more like purified water and could be better for people to consume.
Taylor Klungness Eden Prairie
Video games and test taking I did a science project for Central Middle School and my problem was, “How does playing video games affect kids’ ability to test take?” My findings were that two subjects got the same score before and after playing video games. One subject got a perfect score before playing games and got half that after playing games. Also, there was only one case that
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the test subjects scored lower on the quiz after playing video games. I think that playing video games has almost no effect on taking tests. One reason is that playing video games is a stress reliever after a hard day at school. Children can come home and forget about the stressful stuff that happened at school. Second, it helps kids focus later or that’s what my test subjects and I think. Finally, it helps us communicate and if we forgot what that day’s homework was we can ask each other what it was.
Bennett Hanson Eden Prairie
Does fertilizer boost growth? I’m just going to explain my science project. My science project is, “Will using fertilizer help increase the growth of different plants?” In my hypothesis I said yes because it has nutrients to give to plants like an extra boost of energy. But if you use too much it will kill the plants but that’s a whole different science project (how much amount of fertilizer). So I should now say what seeds I planted, basil, beans, chamomile, sugar-snap. So when doing my experi-
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The Ten Year Rule For those parenting experts out there, I’m asking for your forgiveness. I haven’t been listening too much. I haven’t done much in the way of parenting classes, haven’t gone to a single parenting-related seminar and have avoided books on the subject as well. Parenting for me has been by the seat of my pants. As a working single parent, all I could really do was parent. Wake up and change the diapers. Then smell the coffee. Make breakfast, send kids to school, work, do laundry, make dinner, bathe my kids, read stories, remember to toss the sadly forgotten lunch bag in the trash before the next morning, and for goodness sakes, remember to open the garage door before driving out. I didn’t have much time to think about parenting – I just did it. Homework to look at. Conferences to attend. Soccer games and football evaluations and crayons and glue sticks and school photos and lunch checks and backpacks lost on the school bus and all the things that go into parenting. I know I’m simplifying this, but that was my world living alone with two kids. If I goofed, I did better the next time. If I was clever, I repeated it the next time. If my kids wanted Cocoa Puffs and not Puffed Rice, they got it. When I flung noodles across the kitchen with my spoon because of an irresistible urge, and the kids looked at me with wonder and amazement, I let them each fling a noodle across the room with their spoons. Most importantly, I loved my kids every day. It wasn’t until my kids were teenagers that I realized that sometimes they made “poor
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season, and that I was willing to take a risk. The risk of being mocked and ridiculed sure, but risk nonetheless. Chris and I had a blast and I think we both showed the hard-drinking lumberjacks and heavy equipment operators in North Minneapolis that real men from the suburbs can
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Did you know that a single scoop of ice cream is a portion?
COVER HALF YOUR PLATE WITH FRUITS AND VEGGIES
Jody
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choices.� At least that’s the politically correct phrase for what teenagers do when their brains are not fully developed. My daughter loved to make “poor choices� just to see what it felt like. Sometimes, she tried substances she should not have. Sometimes, she snuck out of the high school during lunch. Sometimes, she snuck back inside. Sometimes she left the house in the middle of the night. Sometimes she told me she was doing one thing but did another. Sometimes I didn’t realize any of it. OK, often I didn’t realize any of it. Lest you think I was negligent, please know that I was watching for “poor choices.� I knew the signs of drug use, the signs of depression and the signs of a kid doing things she shouldn’t. But, because she didn’t particularly exhibit those signs, I didn’t particularly catch on. Oh, along the way, I got wiser to things, but with good grades and teachers saying things like, “She’s such a great kid, gets along with everyone, participates in class and does good work,� I didn’t quite realize what she was doing. Four years post high school, wear women’s sweaters with dignity. Again, it was risky but I believe it paid off. At the very end of “A Charlie Brown Christmas,� Linus takes a risk by standing up to the Peanuts gang defending what we now know as a Charlie Brown tree. That is, a tree that is scrawny, near dead and ugly. But Linus saw something the others did not and the gang turned it into a beautiful tree for the Christmas play. Do you
my first-born is a college graduate. And happy. We often sit at the kitchen counter over coffee and talk. The other day, she brought up the topic of a “poor choice� she made in high school, one I never heard about. I knew as soon as she started talking that I didn’t want to know. “Whoa,� I said, interrupting. “What?� my daughter asked. “The Ten Year Rule is in force.� “The Ten Year Rule?� “Yup. That’s the one that keeps you from telling me about any poor choices you made until 10 years passes.� That reduced the conversation to laughter and snickering. Sweetie, I need another six years – when you’re 28, you can tell me. For now, I want to sit across the counter with the wonderful you and realize how good a job you did of growing up. Jody Russell is an Eden Prairie web designer, photographer and writer. Her columns appear regularly in the Eden Prairie News.
remember what he said? “I never thought it was such a bad little tree. It’s not bad at all really. Maybe it just needs a little love.� I think that’s all my ugly, oversized, obnoxious vest needed to bring joy to the patrons of the north-side bar establishments on a chilly December evening. A little love. Eden Prairie resident Steven Stromberg’s humor column appears twice monthly.
Half of all Americans’ favorite veggies are iceberg lettuce, potatoes, onions and canned tomatoes. Every study shows that people who eat a wide variety of veggies weigh less than those who don’t. That is probably because the veggies are displacing higher calorie foods. For example, a half cup of broccoli is only 25 calories while a half cup of rice or potatoes is 80 calories. You can eat almost one cup of broccoli to equal the calories in a half cup of naked mashed potatoes without butter. Thinking of butter? One teaspoon of butter or margarine is 50 calories. Cook and serve two veggies with every evening meal and you can easily load up the prime real estate on your plate with foods that count.
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ment I made sure I controlled the amount of water I watered the plants, amount of fertilizer, depth of each plant. T here have been several similar experiments like mine, for example they just experimented on tomato plants. I compared the plants with fertilizer and no fertilizer and I found out that all my plants with fertilizer grew at least a couple of centimeters more than the other. So if our community is wondering does fertilizer increase the growth of plants, it’s a yes.
“Every study shows that people who eat a wide variety of veggies weigh less than those who don’t.�
I did my science project on the ef fect of Gatorade, orange juice, apple cider vinegar, Coke and water on tooth enamel. I soaked hollow eggs in the five different liquids. I found out over the course of four days, the apple cider vin-
SAVOR YOUR MEALS It takes 20 minutes for your brain to tell your stomach that you are full. Choosing foods that require more chewing, like high fiber veggies and fruit, will slow you down and make you feel fuller with smaller portions.
Chere Bork
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ONE TREAT A DAY One hundred fifty-six pounds is the amount of added sugar the average American eats per year according to the USDA. Picture 31 5-pound bags of sugar. Sugars raise your triglycerides and blood sugar as well as increase your risk for cancer and diabetes. Many studies are also showing that perhaps it is sugar, not saturated fat, that is the culprit in heart disease. World Health Organization released guidelines in 2003 say that sugar should account for no more than 10 percent of daily calories. If you eat 2,000 calories a day, that’s just 200 calories a day or eight teaspoons of table sugar which
egar had the biggest effect on the eggshell. The apple cider vinegar actually ate the hard shell off. I found out that the acid level in the vinegar was the highest out of all five liquids. So if there was a way to bring down the acid level in all the vinegars that are sold today, it could help preserve a person’s tooth enamel and avoid added dental expense.
Liam Reardon Eden Prairie
Weather forecast fairly trustworthy For a science project, I
Francis Luong wanted to fi nd out how accuEden Prairie rate the seven-day forecasts of
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a local weather channel were, and how this changed as the forecasted day grew closer. I collected data for five consecutive days, each day with an updated seven-day forecast. I found that forecasts of Fox 9 News, a popular local weather station, were relatively accurate in general. Although it was accurate, they often gave a prediction on the fi rst day that it was on
Being healthfully merry is 10 percent knowing the facts and 90 percent having the right state of mind. You get to decide what you want. If you don’t do anything differently one year from now, your life will look exactly the same as it does now. You live by what you decide. It is up to you to be healthfully merry starting today. Better get busy shaping up your holidays. Chere Bork, MS RD is a health and life balance enthusiast, national speaker and Wellcoach from Eden Prairie, who helps people, discover their purpose to live happily and healthfully ever after. Her website is cherebork. com.
the seven-day forecast, and was not updated until a day or two before. This means that the Fox 9 seven-day weather forecast is fairly trustworthy to plan events and vacations around.
Kelly Ward Eden Prairie
Bacteria at the EP mall You wouldn’t believe what you touch when you go to the mall! It is the grossest stuff. In my project I was looking to find the dirtiest place in the mall. My hypothesis was that the escalator hand rails would be the dirtiest because everybody’s touching them but I found that the bathroom sinks are actually the dirtiest place. I found this by swabbing each place with a Q-tip then putting the bacteria samples in agar and photographing them each day to watch the growth. If you want to see any of the pictures taken, I’ll be at the EP science fair.
Tyler Welder Eden Prairie
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Shawn Somerville, 49, of Wheaton, IL formerly of Carver/Chaska and Minneapolis, died tragically Friday, Dec. 16, 2011. He received a bachelor’s degree from the University of St. Thomas and an M.B.A. from the University of Chicago before he began a career in investment banking, holding positions at Wells Fargo Capital Management and Piper Jaffray. He was an executive at William Blair and Company at the time of his passing. An avid outdoorsman with a passion for family, friends and food, he is preceded in death by his father, Donald Somerville and grandparents. Survived by wife, Joanie; children, Parker (8) and Carly (7); parents, JoAnn and Jim Hasse of Fredric, WI; parents-in-law, John and Sue Hamm of Crossville, TN; brothers, Steven (Carmen) and Scott (Carol); half-sisters, Shannon Swearingen and Tara Schoepp; many other loving family members. Memorial service to be held Thursday, Dec. 22 at St. Marks Episcopal Church in Glen Ellyn, IL at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials for the children’s college fund may be addressed to Joanie Somerville, 1N065 Coventry Dr., Wheaton, IL, 60188.
Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free.
ichael Borg of Eden Prairie earned a “Best of Show” award in the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Photographers Society competition for his photograph “Bright Beams.” He also received a “Gold” award for his photo, “The Path,” and Honorable Mentions for “A Single Ray of Light” and “Winter Guardian.” Pat Witherow of Eden Prairie received a “Bronze” award for “Compass Prairie” and an Honorable Mention for “White Asian Lily.” Honorable Mentions were received by Craig Isaacson of Eden Prairie for “Birch Grove” and “Five Trunks.” The Arboretum will feature the photographers’ work in the fifth annual juried show, “Explore, Experience, Remember,” running Jan. 6 through May 27 in the Oswald Visitor Center’s Restaurant Gallery. The show features 32 nature images captured at the Arboretum and selected from 100-plus photos submitted by society members. Visitors can feast their eyes on butterflies in mid-flight, velvety rose blossoms, misty sunrises and more. Photographs will be available for sale. Here’s a listing of winners:
SUBMITTED PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE MINNESOTA LANDSCAPE ARBORETUM
“Bright Beams” (above) and “Winter Guardian” (below left) by Michael Borg of Eden Prairie.
BEST OF SHOW Michael Borg, Eden Prairie – “Bright Beams” Patricia Malcolm, Brooklyn Park – “Roses” Christopher Hall, Maple Plain – “Crabapples in February Fog”
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GOLD D o n O l s o n , Wat e r t ow n – “Steelroots Within Steelroots” Ken Evans, Maple Grove – “Backs to the Wind” Michael Borg, Eden Prairie – “The Path”
SILVER Mark Weber, Mankato – “Cozy Corner”
BRONZE Patricia Malcolm, Brooklyn Park – “Peach Bud” Don Olson, Watertown – “In Flight”
Above — “Compass Prairie” by Pat Witherow of Eden Prairie.
Karen Blenker, Chanhassen – “Bluebird in Spring” Tracy Ann Walsh, Maple Grove – “Tulips” Christopher Hall, Maple Plain – “Tulips in the Pink” Pat Witherow, Eden Prairie – “Compass Prairie”
HONORABLE MENTION Jeff Aspenwall, Prior Lake – “Wonderment in Fog” Todd Mulvihill, Shakopee – “Snowy Solitude” & “Daffodil Dream” Michael Borg, Eden Prairie – “A Single Ray of Light” & “Winter Guardian” Roger Smallbeck, Chanhassen – “Japanese Garden”
Roger Pavelle, Hopkins – “Mom and Child” Gayle Fleming, Minneapolis – Untitled Peter Klose, Minnetonka – “Hosta Love Pat” Kathy Aspenwall, Prior Lake – “The Softer Side of Steel” Maggi Keith, Minneapolis – “The Lonely Bench” Thomas Carlson, Maple Grove – “Prairie Highlands” Craig Isaacson, Eden Prairie – “Birch Grove” and “Five Trunks” Vienna Volante, Bloomington – “Bench Under Ginkgo Tree” Henry Roberts, Duluth– “Blue Iris Sixteen Candles” Lester Hughes– Seamans,
Tonka Bay – “In the Forest” Kristy Walker, Excelsior – “Ascent” Dianne Jandt, Apple Valley – “Tulips Aglow” and “Picture Perfect” John S. Maciejny, Maple Grove – “Rare Orchid” Patricia Malcolm, Brooklyn Park – “Coneflower” Pat Witherow, Eden Prairie – “White Asian Lily”
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Superintendent search process begins
ISM HOLDS SING-ALONG
District seeking public feedback The process to replace Superintendent Melissa Krull will begin in January as the School Board gathers feedback from the public on what characteristics they’d be looking for in a new superintendent. The district is working with School Exec Connect consultants Ken Dragseth, Toni Johns and Bob Ostlund to gather feedback from the public. According to a release from the School Board, those consultants will meet with School Board members, school staff, parents, students and commu nity members individually and in randomly selected focus groups on Jan. 9 and 10 “to determine the challenges, streng ths and goals of our district, and to learn what characteristics or skills you would like to see in a superintendent.” People may also offer feedback by accessing a survey available on the district website, edenpr.org, through Jan. 18. All replies to the survey
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The preschool, pre-kindergarten and kindergarten students at the International School of Minnesota invited their friends and parents to join them in the annual ECE Holiday Sing-Along. The holidays these singers celebrated included Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Eid and Diwali. For school information, go to internationalschoolmn.com.
will be confidential. The feedback will be used to put together a profi le of the desired characteristics and skills of a superintendent. The district will be seeking candidates through March 9. Consultants and the School Board will review and select semifinalists on March 12, interview candidates March 14 and narrow the field to finalists from there. Superintendent finalists will be interviewed between March 20 and 22. The fi nalist interview process will include forums with staff, students and community members and one fi nal interview by board members. The public will be able to share input during an open question-and-answer session with candidates and offer a feedback sheet to share with School Board members. The board plans to select t he superi ntendent at its March 22 meeting. The public is encouraged to contact the consultants, Ken Dragseth, (952) 210-2790; Toni Johns, (612) 309-1511; or Bob Ostlund (612) 308-8997 if they have any questions regarding the search. – Compiled by Leah Shaffer
EDUCATION NEWS
Family Center offers classes
ending paper that comes into your home. Cost: $10 for one or $15 for two people from the same household.
The Eden Prairie Family Center offers the following family and parenting classes: Reg i ster for Spa n i sh preschool, Family Center Preschool. The Eden Prairie Family Center still has openings for a number of preschool programs. For more information or to register, contact the Early Childhood Center at (952) 975-6980 or visit www.edenpr. org/famctr. 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 Baby Playtime: from 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Jan. 11 F ree Pa rent a nd Baby Yoga: sessions will be held from 6 to 7:15 p.m. Jan. 12 and 10-11:15 a.m. Jan. 13. Free Dinner and baby story time: This event will be held from 6 to 7:15 p.m. Jan. 26. Shape Up your Home: This session will be held from 6:30 to 8:40 p.m. Jan. 12. Join Carol Eliason, Professional Organizer to learn tips and tricks that will help you create a more efficient home. Focus will be on ways to organize children’s clothes, toys and the never-
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, Jan. 7, 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.”
Hosting open house B e n i l d e - S t . M a r g a r e t ’s School (2501 Highway 100 S., St. Louis Park) will host an open house for prospective students and their parents from 6-6:45 p.m. Monday, Jan. 9. According to a news release, “students representing various BSM clubs and athletic teams
will staff booths representing the school’s extracurricular activities. A short presentation by Dr. Bob Tift, school president, will precede miniclasses, which will run until 8:30 p.m. The mini-classes are specifically designed to familiarize those present with BSM elective courses. Financial aid information will also be available throughout the evening. “ T hose i nterested i n attending the open house are encouraged to pre-register for the event at www.BSMschool. org/admissions. Applications for grades seven and nine for the 2012-2013 school year are due Jan. 17. The admissions test for incoming seventh- and ninth-graders will be administered Saturday, Jan. 21, at 8:30 a.m. Applicants for all other grades are accepted on a rolling basis and an entrance exam is not required. For directions or more information on admissions procedures, contact the BSM Admissions Office at (952) 915-4345 or admissions@BSMschool.org or visit BSMschool. org.”
Honored as TIES Exceptional Teachers Cedar Ridge fifth-grade
ON CAMPUS Graduate from UW-Milwaukee
Mathew Orner, son of Paul and Kathy Orner of Eden Prairie, has been admitted to North Dakota State University with distinction. He will enter NDSU in fall 2012 and plans to major in mechanical engineering.
The following students from Eden Prairie recently graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee: Leslie Anne Backes, earned a master of library and information science at the School of Information Studies; Kelli Heikkila earned a master of library and information science at the School of Information Studies.
Graduates from UW-Eau Claire The following students from Eden Prairie recently graduated from University of WisconsinEau Claire: Samantha Gleason earned a BA in religious studies; Rebecca Morness earned a BA in history and Spanish, arts and sciences.
Call Jeanne or Veronica 952-445-3333
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Graduating from DSU Jesse Cooney of Eden Prairie recently graduated from Dakota State University in Madison, S.D., Cooney graduated with a degree from Business Administration in management information systems.
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ISM donates to food shelves The Early Childhood Education Department at the International School of Minnesota played a large role in the annual all-school ISM Against Hunger campaign by collecting food for local food shelves. The students, preschool through kindergarten, exceeded their 70 boxes goal by 22 boxes for a total of 950 pounds of food. The donations were given to ICA Food Shelf in Minnetonka and PROP in Eden Prairie. For school information, go to internationalschoolmn.com. teacher Matt Hardy, a long with Jayme Bennett and Jon Fila, of Intermediate School District 287, were recognized as TIES Exceptional Teachers at the TIES 2011 Education
Technology Conference at the Minneapolis Hyatt Regency on Dec. 13. They were among 83 teachers from 43 districts. The teachers were chosen by their superintendents for
the TIES Exceptional Teacher award, which recognizes teachers who model the best practices in using technology in their classroom and engaging students in learning.
PEOPLE, PLACE & THINGS
Attending NDSU
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EP native is Cinderella Eden Prairie native Jessica Fredrickson appears as Cinderella in the Ordway’s version of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella.” The Ordway, 345 Washington St., St. Paul, recently added a performance at 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 29. Performances are set for 2 and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 22 and 23; 1 p.m. Dec. 24; 7:30 p.m. Dec. 27 and 28; 2 and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 29; 7:30 p.m. Dec. 30; 2 and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 31 and Jan. 1. Tickets start at $35. Info: (651) 224-4222.
‘Nutcracker’ features local dancer Dancer Kathryn Schuster of Eden Prairie will be performing in Loyce Houlton’s Nutcracker Fantasy at the newly refurbished
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Check out Eden Prairie’s Jessica Fredrickson as Cinderella.
Eden Prairie resident Kathryn Schuster appears in the “Nutcracker Fantasy.”
Cowles Center which runs from Dec. 23 to 31. “Minnesota Dance Theatre Artistic Director Lise Houlton directs this masterpiece, (choreographed by her mother, MDT founder Loyce Houlton), with more than 70 dancers, including
MDT company dancers, guest artists and students from its Dance Institute, in a production filled with dazzling costumes and lavish sets,” according to a news release. Tickets cost $36. Info: mndance.org.
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SWIMMING
SIDE LINES
EP swimmers winning/learning
EPGBA Rookie League registration
BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com
After dominating the Lake Conference Relays, an exhibition of sorts, the Eden Prairie High School boys swim team traveled to Rosemount to face an Irish team they haven’t beaten in Rosemount in years. And? In the very first event, the 200 medley relay, Eden Prairie broke a pool record by two seconds, before learning that their ultra-fast race had been disqualified. This would set the dominos falling. Could Eden Prairie still win the meet? If so, would they have to alter their lineup? “That kind of thing changes
the dynamic of a meet,” said Eden Prairie Head Coach Kelly Boston, who added that learning experiences early in the season aren’t necessarily a bad thing. “On the other hand, it gave us a chance to talk and make sure something like this doesn’t happen at a state meet.” Turns out, Eden Prairie was fine, just fine. The Eagles, after all, won eight of the next 10 races. This includes first, second and third place finishes in the 50 freestyle. Winners include Maverick Hovey in the 200 IM (2:01.13) and 100 freestyle (49.05); Jonathon Lieberman in the 200 (1:46.77) and 500 freestyle (4:49.66); Aaron Greenberg in the 50 freestyle (21.79) and Bryce Boston in the
100 butterfly (52.78). Eden Prairie would also win the 200 and 400 freestyle relay races. Final score: Eden Prairie 102, Rosemount 81.
INVITATIONAL VICTORY S at u r d ay, E den P r a i r ie stayed in the western suburbs and won the Maple Grove Invitational, a historically competitive early-season competition. Eden Prairie would finish fi rst, beating host Maple Grove by nearly 50 points (248-200.5). But all wasn’t well as Eden Prairie missed swimming an event. “Learning experience,” states Boston, while again adding that it’s better to have teachable moments in December as opposed to later in the
season. Turns out, Eden Prairie was fi ne, just fi ne. Sandwiched in between lots of really good swims, Eden Prairie set meet records in both the 200 medley (1:36.66) and 400 freestyle (3:15. 56) relay events. What’s more, Maple Grove never backed down. “Good competition,” adds Boston. And? “Collectively, we got better as a group,” said Boston. “We’re deep, we’re strong and we’re motivated.” Thursday (today), Eden Prairie host Chaska/Chanhassen in its first home meet of the season (6 p.m.).
GYMNASTICS
Don’t be fooled by December scores BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com
Warning: Don’t read too much into December gymnastics scores. Two weeks ago, the Eden Prairie High School gymnastics team opened its season by scoring 135.05 in a close loss to Wayzata. Thursday, Eden Prairie defeated Edina 141.05 to 129.525. What gives? And how can a team get six points better in a week’s time? “We were missing seven varsity routines,” explains Eden Prairie Head Coach Kirsten Lindsay. “Abby (Abby Soderberg) didn’t compete, that’s four right there.” What did Eden Prairie do? “We let our little ones (seventh- and eighth-graders) experience their fi rst varsity meet,” said Lindsay. “That can only help down the road.” Thursday, Eden Prairie’s lineup returned its experience. As a result, Eden Prairie traded a couple of sevens for a pair of nines and 135 for a 141. “A point or two per event makes a big difference,” said Lindsay. So does a good start. Eden Prairie opened Thursday’s meet by posting a 36.85 on vault (Mackenzie Dent – 9.675, Soderberg – 9.35, Jessie Rogge – 9.0 and Kalley West – 8.825). “If Anna (Anna Davis) does her tsuk, we’re probably a point better,” adds Lindsay. From vault, Eden Prairie moved to bars. “Bars,” laments Lindsay, “it’s always bars.” On the uneven bars, Eden Prairie posted a 33.92. “It’s always the last to come,” said Lindsay, of her team’s bar score. “Right now, we’re trying to clean up a couple release moves. Add some giants and we’ll get there.” Lindsay says this and mentions her “little ones” again. “They like working bars
EPLA offering boys winter lacrosse programs Eegistration is still open for the Eden Prairie Lacrosse Association’s winter lacrosse camps. These camps run on Thursday nights from Jan. 5 through March 21 and will be held at the PrairieDome. There are camps for all ages and experience levels. Half camps start in February for those who have other winter commitments, but want to “shake the rust off” before spring tryouts. Details can be found at eplacrosse.com.
Levine named MIAC Player of the Week Eden Prairie’s Serenae Levine, an Augsburg College senior, was named Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Women’s Basketball Athlete of the Week. Levine has been a key part of Augsburg’s 3-1 start, including two victories over teams picked in the top four of the MIAC’s preseason coaches’ poll – a 61-50 win over St. Benedict (third) and a 62-41 win over Concordia-Moorhead (fourth). Augsburg was picked to fi nish 12th Serenae in the coaches’ poll. In Augsburg’s win at St. Levine Benedict – breaking a 50-game, 25-season losing streak to the Blazers – Levine had 17 points, four rebounds and six steals. In the Auggies’ win over Concordia, Levine fell one assist shy of a triple-double, with 12 points, 13 rebounds, nine assists and five steals.
Barbieri to play in Liberty Bowl Eden Prairie’s Robby Barbieri, the only Minnesota player playing in the SEC, will be playing in the Liberty Bowl on Saturday, Dec. 31, when his Vanderbilt Commodores take on the University of Cincinnati. Barbieri, an outside linebacker, was a standout football and baseball player at Breck. He played travel baseball and youth football in Eden Prairie.
EPLA accepting girls winter lacrosse registration Girls Youth Lacrosse sponsored by the Eden Prairie Lacrosse Association offers two sessions this winter at the Eden Prairie High School PrairieDome. Session I is a Youth Clinic open to girls grades one to six and offers parents the chance to learn the game side by side with their daughters. The clinic runs four Mondays beginning Jan. 9 and is led by Eden Prairie High School varsity coaches. Cost is $ 80. Session II runs four Mondays (6-7 p.m.) beginning Feb. 13 and features 4 v 4 leagues for third- and fourth-graders and fi fth- and sixth-graders. Cost is $75. Registration is available at eplacrosse.com. Players will need a girls stick, goggles and mouth guard. Sticks and goggles will be made available for those without. Parents are encouraged to participate and see why their daughters love lacrosse. Players in session II are required to have a U.S. Lacrosse Membership (www. uslacrosse.org). For more information, email npcolford@ mac.com.
EPHS girls lacrosse alumni game cancelled Due to the closure of the PrairieDome over New Year’s weekend, the scheduled Eden Prairie High School Girls Lacrosse Alumni Game (Monday, Jan. 2, from 6-7:30) has been cancelled.
EPBA Winter Instructional Clinics
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Mackenzie Dent executes a back handspring layout step out on beam during Thursday’s win over Edina. Another name for it is one of those flippy things. Dent would win the all-around competition, posting a 37.975. and they’re fearless,” she said. Again, this bodes well for Eden Prairie’s future. Eden Prairie ended the meet by posting a 34.45 on beam (two falls) and a 35.83 on floor. “That wasn’t our best floor,”
said Lindsay. “If we do our best, we’re 1.0 to 1.5 better.” And? “As a team, we’re shooting for a 145,” she adds. “If we’re going to win sections, we’re going to need a 145.”
Dent won the all-around, posting a 37.975; Soderberg would fi nish with a 36.3. Thursday (today), Eden Prairie returns to action with a home meet against Chaska/ Chanhassen (6 p.m.).
The Eden Prairie Baseball Association will offer the following clinics at the PrairieDome: Clinic No. 1: Instructional Clinic – Eden Prairie Baseball Association coaches will conduct structured baseball drills and offer hands-on instruction at each session. Coaches will follow a comprehensive instructional plan developed exclusively for EPBA’s Winter Instructional Clinic; Clinic No. 2: Pitching Clinic – Eden Prairie varsity Pitching Coach Tony Ruemmele and his staff will conduct seven 60-minute pitching clinics for players in grades three to nine on Saturdays beginning Jan. 7; Clinic No. 3: Travel Tryout Fundraiser – Eden Prairie Baseball Association coaches will lead players through the actual Travel Tryout Drills March 18 and 25. Players in grades three to 12 that live or go to school in Eden Prairie can participate. Sign up for one, two or all three. Registration, at epbaseball.com, is open through Jan. 29. Space is limited.
Dalsin is MYAS Young Male Referee of the Year
BOYS HOCKEY
Coach Smith: 500 games and counting BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com
H e a d C o a c h L e e S m it h coached his 500th Eden Prairie High School hockey game Friday. On the same day, he won his 350th Eden Prairie High School hockey game (3-1 victory over Grand Rapids). “I’ve had a great opportunity to coach in this community,” said Smith. “I’ve had a lot of good players and I’ve got to work with a lot of good kids.” Smith’s Eden Prairie coaching tenure began in 1994. Seventeen years and 50 0 games; What does it all mean? One, it means Smith has been coaching longer than any current Lake Conference or South Suburban Conference boys hockey coach. Two, it means he has perspective. When asked what that perspective means for this year’s team, the coach talks about tight games. Ta ke out Eden P rairie’s opening night win over Bloomington Jefferson and the Eagles have scored 11 goals and given up 10 goals. Never mind that they’re 4-1-1.
Registration is open for the Eden Prairie Girls Basketball Association’s Rookie League (kindergarteners and firstgraders). Sessions will be offered from 6-7:15 p.m. on either Tuesday or Wednesday nights (your choice). The program will run for eight weeks starting the fi rst week of January and continue through the last week of February. Rookie League players will receive a basketball and a T-shirt as part of their registration. Cost is $80. For more information, including registration instructions, go to epgba.org.
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Eden Prairie Head Coach Lee Smith coached his 500th game Friday. During the same game, he’d record win No. 350. “Most of our games are going to be one-goal games,” he said. “Somehow, we’ve got to fi nd a way to get that third one.” Third one? Smith said that while looking at what had hap-
pened over the last five games – 2.2 goals per game for vs. 2.0 goals per game against. T hu rsd ay, Eden P rai rie opened t he Edi na Holiday Tournament by knotting Elk
River 3-3. On paper, this was a game Eden Prairie should have won. On the ice, this was a game Eden Prairie should have lost. Needless to say, Eden Prairie benefited from a three-goal third period. “The comeback was impressive,” said the coach. Friday, Eden Prairie was dy namic in a 3 -1 win over Grand Rapids. Saturday, and in the tournament’s g rand fi nale, Eden Prairie fell 4-1 to Edina. “I thought we played a pretty good game,” said Smith. “The difference was that their high-end players scored goals; ours just got good looks.” Eden Prairie was scheduled to return to action Tuesday with a game at Burnsville. Next week, Eden Prairie participates in the Benilde-St. Margaret’s Tournament. T he E den P r a i r ie H i g h School boys hockey team will raise its 2011 state championship banner Monday at 12:30 p.m. at the Eden Prairie Community Center prior to the start of the Eden Prairie Alumni Game.
Eden Prairie’s Tyler Dalsin was named the Minnesota Youth Soccer Association’s (MYSA) 2011 Young Male Referee of the Year. Dalsin began playing soccer at the age of 4, began refereeing at 10, and began coaching at the age of 16. As a referee, his biggest asset is his willingness to learn and improve. He can be seen officiating for Eden Prairie, MYSA State Tournament, Midwest Regional League and MYSA State Cup. When representing Minnesota at the Boys ODP Regional Camp, Tyler he was so impressive that he was selected to Dalsin officiate the 1993 Boys Final. He is also a part of the Eden Prairie Referee Mentorship program, coaches a girls team and continues to play on the Eden Prairie U18 C1 team. When not playing or refereeing soccer, he volunteers at various service organizations including Mary’s Place, Books for Africa and Feed My Starving Children. He also tutors fourth-graders.
EPHS Sports This Week BOYS BASETBALL Tuesday, Dec. 26 ...................................Holy Family ................................................... 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 27 ...............................EP Tournament ........................................................ TBD GIRLS BASKETBALL Thursday, Dec. 22 ...................................Lakeville North .................................................... 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 28 ...............................Milwaukee Rufus @ Hopkins ................................ 2 p.m. GIRLS HOCKEY Friday, Dec. 23 .......................................at Bloomington Jefferson................................ 7:15 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 28 ...............................Shakopee ........................................................... 3 p.m. BOYS HOCKEY Wednesday, Dec. 28 ...............................Moorhead at St. Louis Park ................................. 5 p.m. DANCE TEAM BOYS SWIMMING Thursday ................................................Chaska/Chanhassen .......................................... 6 p.m. NORDIC SKIING Thursday, Dec. 22 ...................................Lake Meet at Elm Creek ................................. 3:30 p.m. GYMNASTICS TWRESTLING Thursday, Dec. 22 ...................................at B.O.L.D............................................................ 5 p.m. For schedule changes or directions to away games go to www.lakeconference.org. or call the Eden Prairie High School Student Activities Hotline at (952)975-8120
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Big play drowns bigger Lakers BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com
Friday, the Eden Prairie High School boys basketball team beat a much bigger Prior Lake squad 66-49. Credit? O ne, E den P r a i r ie’s de fensive effort was its best of the season. Two, players who normal ly don’t get a lot of minutes, stepped up big time (Sander Mohn spend much of the game in foul trouble while Jack Cottrell spent his Friday night on the bench with an injured ankle). Three, Eden Prairie crashed the boards (the smaller Eagles out-rebounded the bigger Lakers by seven). “I thought we made huge strides,” said Eden Prairie Head Coach David Flom, when asked about his team’s de fense, “especially in the second half.” Although Eden Prairie never trailed, the game was close until midway through the second half when a five-point lead became eight and eight-point lead became 10. Turning points? The biggest occurred when Prior Lake sophomore guard Jon Sobaski was whistled for a technical after committing a hard foul on what looked like an uncontested lay-up. Said play resulted in a six-point swing. Eden Prairie’s Caleb Wragge should also be credited with a momentum changer – Wragge came off the bench to hit 3-4 three-pointers. “We’re weren’t great against their zone and thought Caleb could come in and get his shot off,” said Flom. “Not only did he do that, but he played some good defense.” It also helped that Eden Prairie made 16 of 20 foul shots. “We’ll take that all season,” said the coach. Lastly, Prior Lake shot just 33 percent from the field.
’Tis the time of the season when wins and losses matter BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com
PHOTO BY DANIEL HUSS
Andre Wallace scores two of his 15 points over Prior Lake’s Wil McPhearson. Eden Prairie would beat the bigger Lakers 66-49. “They had a size advantage, but we still made them shoot over the top of us,” said Flom. Guess what? Contested shots don’t go in as often as open looks. Andre Wallace led Eden Prairie with 15 points. Jordan
Peterson added 14; Wragge 12; Grant Shaeffer, 10. Friday’s victory, coupled with last Tuesday’s 72-35 win over Burnsville, moves Eden Prairie’s overall record to 4-0. Tuesday, the Eagles were scheduled to host Lakeville
North, a mirror image of Eden Prairie. “They’re tough and they’ve got a lot of good athletes,” said Flom. Tuesday, Dec. 27, Eden Prairie hosts Holy Family (7:30 p.m.).
F unny, the impor tance of wins and losses becomes important when they become, well, important. Get it? Thursday, the Eden Prairie High School girls hockey team beat Prior Lake 4-0. “Because they’re a section team, that’s as important as it gets,” said Eden Prairie Head Coach Jaimie Grossman. To a lesser degree, it was also a big deal because this year’s Eden Prairie staff used to coach at Prior Lake and parts of this year’s Prior Lake staff used to coach at Eden Prairie. Get it? Although Eden Prairie would lead from start to finish, the game wasn’t always one-sided. “We talked in between the first and second periods,” said Grossman, “and I told them that if I was a neutral observer, I’d think it was more important for them than us right now.” Eden Prairie responded with a second-period goal before adding two more in the third. “Like we did against Elk River,” said Grossman, “we finished strong.” Eden Prairie goals came from four different players (Jordan Phillippi, Karissa Olsen, Charly Dahlquist and Amy Paulson). Eden Prairie outshot Prior Lake 47-17.
LAKE WIN
popped Wayzata 2-1. In the process, the Eagles notched their first Lake Conference win of the season. Like Eden Prairie is wont to do, it fi nished strong, scoring both its goals in the third period. After Wayzata took a 1-0 lead five minutes into the third period, Eden Prairie waited four minutes before Alison Peluso knotted the game 1-1. Then, with three minutes left in the game, Eden Prairie’s Lauren Boyle scored the game-winning goal on the power play. “We always talk good news/ bad news after every game,” said Grossman. “The girls always want the bad news fi rst. They (Wayzata) were more physical than we were and that’s not something we’re ever happy with. On the positive side, we scored a power play goal for the third game in a row and our penalty kill is getting better.” Grossman would also mention his team’s play in the neutral zone. “We’re stepping up and making plays at the blue line,” he said; “we used to back in.” And? “We’re talking about those things at practice and seeing results in games,” adds Grossman. Tuesday, Eden Prairie was scheduled to host Champlin Park. Friday, Eden Prairie plays another section foe in Bloomington Jefferson. (7:15 p.m. at B.I.G.).
If section wins are most important, conference wins are a close second. “I’m not going to say that they’re end alls,” adds Grossman, “but they’re nice when they pop up.” Saturday, Eden Prairie
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WRESTLING
Are EP wrestlers getting too many matches? BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com
Thursday, the Eden Prairie High School wrestling team participated in the Glencoe Quad Meet. Participating teams included Glencoe, Eden Prairie, New Prague and Lake Crystal. Eden Prairie defeated New Prague 52-24 and Glencoe 42-30. The Eagles lost to Lake Crystal 44-23. “We could have beat Lake Crystal as well,” said Eden Prairie Co-Head Coach Tommie
Gaston, “but we held a couple of our kids out.” Therein lies the dilemma: “We’ve got too many matches on our schedule,” said Gaston. Dilemma? “Our fi rst- and second-year kids need matches,” said the coach. “Some of our more experienced wrestlers don’t.” So? “It’s the beginning of the season and we’re going to do what we have to do,” said Gaston. And? “We’re seeing growth,” said
the coach. When asked for specifics, Gaston talked of Melvin DeSouza, Matt Gribben and Eric Phillips. “Melvin used to be a thrower,” he said. “He’d win by outmuscling and overpowering his opponent. Now he’s talking shots and wrestling. Gribben has been just phenomenal, especially when you compare this year to last year. Eric was OK against Chaska and then wrestled his butt off Thursday and he saw a lot of tough kids.”
EASY DOES IT
In the only match between ranked wrestlers, Eden Prairie’s Sam Brancale, No. 3, 132 pounds, Class AAA, won a 5-3 decision over Lake Crystal’s Tanner Trembley, N0. 4, 126 pounds, Class A. In maybe the closest match of the day, Lake Crystal’s Davantay Corey, No. 5, 160 pounds, Class A, won a 7-6 decision over Gribben. Next? Thursday (today), Eden Prairie competes at B.O.W.D. Next week, the Eagles will participate in the Oshkosh Holiday Tournament.
Sports Preview: Part VI Editor’s note: Preseason Eden Prairie High School winter sports coverage concludes this week with a story on EPHS alpine ski teams. A complete collection of EPHS winter sport schedules can be found at lakeconference.org.
EP alpine teams have the look; still need snow PHOTO BY DANIEL HUSS
BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com
The weather outside may be delightful, unless you’re a skier. Granted, snow-making machines have made alpine skiing possible, but it’s still not the same. In fact, a lack of snow has been responsible for a couple of pre-season injuries. “We’ve spent more ti me in g yms and on tur f fields than we’re used to,” said Nate Springer, head coach of the Eden Prairie High School girls and boys alpine ski teams. “As a result, we’ve had a couple knee and shin injuries.” As one might expect, this has led to some anxiousness. “They’re chomping at the bit,” adds Springer. The obvious reason is that Springer’s charges prefer skiing to dryland training. The bigger reason is that they stand to be competitive, very competitive. That’s a fact. “I’ve seen more intra-team competition this year than I’ve seen in my two previous years,” said Springer. Why? “The girls team added 12 freshmen and a couple look to be big standouts,” said Springer. “The boys added six freshmen and they also look to be pretty talented. “We’ve also got a number of sophomores and juniors where the proverbial light bulb just
Victories over Chaska (61-30) and Providence Academy (48-30) lifted the Eden Prairie High School girls basketball team’s overall record to 6-1. Here (above), Emily Carstens drives to the basket during the Eagles win over the Hawks. Thursday (today), Eden Prairie hosts Lakeville North (7 p.m.).
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The captains for this year’s Eden Prairie High School girls and boys alpine ski teams include (front row, left to right): Laura Post, Andrew Teaver and Brooke Hancock; (back row) Mason Moore, Allison Malmsten and AJ Simpson. when on,” he adds. Mix this all together and Spri nger sees not hi ng but potential. “They’re anxiously awaiting a run order,” said Springer. Translation: Springer’s skiers can’t wait to see if they made his varsity lineup. “If they’re not putting down
good runs and good times, we’ve got people waiting,” adds Springer. Question: Can Eden Prairie be state-meet good? “Based on who won it last year, I’m not going to say we’ll be section champions,” said the coach, “but I certainly think we can challenge for one of the top
two spots.” The top fi nishes advance to the state tournament. On a related note, Eden Prairie opened its competitive season Friday at Welch Village. Combine Eden Prairie’s girls and boys team’s fi nishes and the Eagles placed third out of 24 teams.; a good start indeed.
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8As win third tournament The Eden Prairie 8A boys basketball team won its third tournament of the season with a first place finish at their own Eden Prairie Tournament. En route to its title, Eden Prairie defeated Shakopee (44-37), East Ridge (46-16), Edina (44-24) and Wayzata (55-38). Team members include, front row (left to right): Ryan Jacobus, Jack Jenson, Nick Geolat, Brady Rudrud, Jake Ruppert and Coach Randy Jacobus. Back row: Carter Coughlin, Coach Steve Geolat, Jeff Athey, Ryan Swanson and Michael Swanson.
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an engineer, got to know the student and some of her friends over the years. Through word of mouth, Somali students learned Wiklund was available to help at the library. People would come to the library and would ask if there was someone who could help and librarians would respond, “well, not officially, but there’s this couple back in the corner on Thursday nights …” recalls Wiklund. City Hill Fellowship started adding tutors on Tuesday nights for about five years and Wooddale Church took on the Thursday night program about a year and a half ago, said Baro program director Daniel Prusinski. There might be 20 volunteers tutoring on a given night at the library. Volunteers from Baro also help at New American Academy, another tutoring program run by Somali leaders. “We have quite a wide array of volunteers.” Prusinski said. That includes retired educators like Linda Bergman and Linda Van Heest; the Wiklunds still man their corner of the library on Thursday nights. Yusef Shagalle noticed the program while he was studying for his master’s degree and decided he wanted to help. Now an electrical engineer with AT&T, Shagalle tutors
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Library holiday hours Hennepin County libraries, including the Eden Prairie Library, will be closed on Dec. 24 and 25, 2011, and Jan. 1, 2012. On Dec. 31, all libraries usually open until 6 p.m. will close at 5 p.m. Libraries will be open their regular hours on Dec. 23, 26 and Jan. 2, according to a news release. Info: hclib. org. Thursdays, helping Somali kids with English and math homework. The program also includes high school students like Kobie Spaeth, an Eden Prairie High School junior who excels at math but also has the gift of being able to explain those subjects with patience, noted Prusinski. Rachel Buckland, a gifted eighth-grade student originally from South Africa, was tutoring another student, who also was from South Africa. Buckland, along with tutoring, also set up the database used in tracking volunteer information for the program.
WORKING TOGETHER If a child was in need of it, they could fi nd free tutoring services five days a week in Eden Prairie. On Mondays and Wednesdays, the school district runs a free tutoring program out of Oak Point called FRESH (Friends Reaching Educational Stardom in
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Yusef Shagalle, an electrical engineer, volunteers as a tutor for the Baro program. Tutors from around the community gather at the Eden Prairie Library Tuesday and Thursday evenings to help Somali students with homework.
Annika Hansen reads a book to a student at the library. Hansen and her mother, Carmen, are among the 35 volunteers who tutor through the Baro program at the Eden Prairie Library.
Harmony). City Hill and Wooddale operate Baro on Tuesdays and Thursdays and New American Academy is available five days a week. FRESH even moved its program from Tuesdays and Thursdays to Mondays and Wednesdays so it did not conflict with Baro. “We all have a goal and that goal is to help close this achievement gap and help
be there for these kids,” said Prusinski. There’s a tutoring collaborative meeting that is hosted by the city, where they talk about their programs. There is an agreed mandate that every volunteer has to fi ll out an application and get a background check, he said. Tutoring always takes place in open spaces. Baro also requires the mothers of
middle school kids remain present. By having the mothers there, “they too are learning how to better serve the children with their homework needs,” said Prusinski. Somali culture is different in that teachers have much more influence in a child’s life. Parents have far less control in that regard, so, by including mothers in the
Baro program, they can learn about the need for parental involvement in schooling. Baro will be soon be going beyond its library walls. The next step is to expand to apartment complexes to reach kids who can’t get a ride to the library, said Prusinski. Eventually, the goal is for the program to be entirely run by volunteers. “We’ll be growing.”
feeling left out at school,” according to information about the week. “It is important for us to try to understand one another.” The students donated shoes for the PROP Shop, the local resale clothing store that also offers items for those in need. They also made signs for children in the Children’s Hospital. On Friday, students wore their school colors for the Spirit Rally. They had a lot to celebrate. During the week, students collected 1,120 pounds of food for PROP and 360 pairs of shoes for the PROP Shop. They presented these donations to Cindy Eddy and Vicki Bomben (a former Eden Lake student) from the PROP Shop, as well as Anne Harnack from PROP (People Reaching out to Other People, the local food shelf).
Eddy said she was overwhelmed to see the hundreds of little faces looking back at her. “That was like the best thing of my whole life,” said Eddy, who founded the PROP Shop. “This is what makes some of the hard work and challenges in my position worth it,” said Harnack, PROP’s Executive Director. The students invited community leaders that inspire them to be recognized, and accept the donations and thank-you notes. The students delivered bags of thank you notes to representatives of the Fire Department, Police Department and military. One parent described the feeling of the school that day. “As soon as I opened the door, it felt different,” she said. “There was an energy that
wrapped around you. As I got further into the entry, students from the fi fth-grade leadership team greeted me and encouraged me to attend the rally. I could see something in their eyes. To use the phrase of that first theme day of the week – it was a spark. Then, I saw it in the other students ... and staff. It was contagious.” Fox 9 Meteorologist and Eden Prairie resident Ian Leonard hosted the Eden Lake pep rally. “Being a helping hand is the greatest thing you can ever do in your whole life,” he said. “That’s the power of Eden Lake.”
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with other people.” Each day of Spirit Week had a theme. Monday’s was “Outrageously Unique.” Students were encouraged to wear something to show how they are special, like if they love football, they could wear a jersey. On Tuesday, the theme was “Caring.” “Kids at Eden Lake care about people and their pets! ” Students were asked to bring in their favorite food for the local PROP food shelf, as well as pet supplies, which are also now collected at the food shelf. Wed nesday’s t heme was “thankful.” In class, students wrote thank-you notes and drew pictures for local firemen, police officers and those in the
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study of all the service centers and determine the county’s role in providing those services in the future. “The business has changed d ra matic a l ly t he l ast f ive years,” said Johnson. “More and more people are doing more and more online.” Much of that was not possible five years ago, just as the Eden Prairie Service Center was opening, in what was Eden Prairie’s former library. Business at the center has been declining, but it has been declining at most of the other service centers too, Johnson said. The original goal for the suburban service centers was for them to be self-sustaining. But, since about five years ago, “they take larger and larger property tax subsidies, as people do more and more online,” he added.
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Najmo Abdullahi shows her enthusiasm as she participates in Eden Lake’s Spirit Week event. military. Students were encouraged to put themselves in other people’s shoes on Thursday. The theme
was “Compassionate.” “Some students may have moved many times, some may have a new baby at home, others may be
At the same time, the state changed its rules, and allowed service centers to open closer to Eden Prairie. A third of the business at the EP Center was from Carver County residents, said Johnson. That changed as Chanhassen added its service center in 2009. There had even been some talk of adding the service center function to Eden Prairie’s current library, one of most highly trafficked libraries in the county. However, there would not be enough space for that to fit in the Eden Prairie facility, he said. With the closure of the service center, staff estimates the savings will be $300,000 a year, said Johnson. “I think that’s a very high estimate of savings.” No date has been set on the service center closure. Late January would be the earliest it would close, said Johnson. The EP Center was wellliked because it did not have lines, but that also means it
had the fewest transactions of all the county service centers. The closure will affect 10 employees. Full time staff will likely be reassigned to other service centers. Depending on where you live in Eden Prairie, the next nearest service centers are at Southdale, 7009 York Ave. S. in Edina; Ridgedale, 12601 Ridgedale Drive in Minnetonka or in Chanhassen, 7808 Kerber Blvd. The county owns the building, at 479 Prairie Center Drive. It will likely be put up for sale. Johnson still wants to pass his resolution to study the service centers. The results of such a study could mean getting out of the service center business altogether. It may mean providing far fewer services, since so many licenses can be obtained online. “I think it’s clearly time to look at what services we want to provide and how best to provide them.”
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casual” BBQ Shack, opened in Eden Prairie this month. T he restau rant chain has prospered during the past few years, tripling its stock during the recession. Anderson shared some of his life story and what values make for successful businesses. Passion and enthusiasm are the No. 1 character traits to be successful, he said. Anderson came from a modest background. His parents were both Native Americans who had been separated from thei r fami lies and met in Kansas. Bec ause of his fat her ’s southern background, Ander-
son also grew up with southern cooking. “I grew up eating some of the best country fried chicken,” he said. He grew up in Chicago and his family would travel the Midwest, tasting barbecue. Anderson’s fi rst barbecue restaurant was a fry bread stand at Wisconsin pow-wows. “If you have a dream and you are willing to work hard, the impossible can become possible,” he said. Life is about change, and many are afraid of change, he noted. Anderson had to change his attitude about learning. “I was in the bottom half of the class that made the top half possible,” he quipped. Now, he i s a voraciou s
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reader. If you’re going to be successful, you have to commit yourself to research and development, he said. People need to follow their passion. “For me, I love barbecue.” Famous Dave’s has been able to weather the recession, in fact tripling its stock. The company undertook a massive retraining effort in 2009, spending more money on training than ever before in the company’s history but it also had to downsize. “We had to make tough decisions,” said Anderson. The secrets to success, as it turns out, are problems, he said. “Opportunities are created through adversity.”
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‘Burning Off the Cookies’ snowshoe hike Where: Lowry Nature Center, 7025 Victoria Drive, Victoria When: 1 to 3 p.m. Monday, Dec. 26 Cost: $5 While it’s likely the parents who are trying to work off those holiday treats, it’s still a great opportunity to get outside and burn off the kids’ excess energy, all while taking in the beauty of Three Rivers Parks’ Lowry Nature Center. Participants will learn about the history of snowshoes before strapping on a pair and heading out on a hike with a naturalist. The event is open to adults and children ages 4 and up.
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Take in the sights at Lowry Nature Center while melting off those holiday treats at the Burning Off the Cookies Snowshoe Hike on Dec. 26. BY ALEX HALL ahall@swpub.com
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top me if this scenario sounds familiar: It’s only the first week of winter break, the kids are screaming, your grandmother’s antique vase just got hit by an errant soccer ball, and you’re worried that the facial tic you’ve developed might be becoming permanent. You need to get the kids out of the house – and fast. But funds are tight and you’ve already exhausted your list of activities to busy the children. So what do you do? Lucky for you, there’s a plethora of affordable things to do around the Twin Cities and southwest suburbs. So here are five fun places to take the kids this winter break that will keep them entertained and you sane:
Where: 1155 Shakopee Town Square, Shakopee When: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays; Noon to 6 p.m. Sundays Cost: $7 per child, parents are free. Party packages are also available. No pretenses here: This place is perfect for wearing your little ones out. Watch them go crazy in the two bouncy houses, on an obstacle course and inflatable slide, on the toddler playground and, of course, in the 5,500-ball pit. There’s also an air hockey table, which might peak the interest of at least a few parents. Jumps and Downs Co-Owner Beverly Hasbrouck says that kids burn between 100 and 300 calories for every half hour of jumping. “Daily exercise creates healthy, happy, active kids, and it’s our goal to provide a safe, fun and clean environment for kids to do that,” Hasbrouck says.
Mark Mallman’s New Year’s Eve in 3D Where: 7th Street Entry, 701 First Ave. N., Minneapolis
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This year’s Kwanzaa Family Day at the Minnesota History Center in St. Paul will feature storytelling, West African drumming and dancing, a cooking demonstration, and an art activity inspired by the West African principle of Umoja, or unity.
Kwanzaa Family Day Where: Minnesota History Center, 345 W. Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul When: Noon to 4 p.m. Monday, Dec. 26 Cost: $11 for adults, $6 for children ages 6-17 and $9 for seniors (65-plus) and college students Looking to add a little culture to your family’s holiday routine? How about Kwanzaa Family Day at the Minnesota History Center? Held on the first day of Kwanzaa, the celebration will feature opening and closing ceremonies,
storytelling, West African drumming and dancing and a cooking demonstration. Participants will be making friendship bracelets inspired by the West African principle of Umoja (unity). The History Center’s annual celebration is a great opportunity to learn about the culture and spend time with loved ones, says Event Coordinator Wendy Freshman. “[Kwanzaa] is really about being together,” she says, “and there’s a very warm and welcoming vibe that you get [from the celebration]. It’s a really special time.”
When: 4-9 p.m Saturday, Dec. 31. Cost: $10 PHOTO BY BRUCE SILCOX COURTESY MINNESOTA CHILDREN’S MUSEUM
Billed as a “multi-sensory expedition,” the Rainforest Adventure exhibit at the Minnesota Children’s Museum is sure to keep the kids engaged for hours on end, while sneaking in some ecological education along the way.
Rainforest Adventure exhibit Where: Minnesota Children’s Museum, 10 West Seventh St., St. Paul When: Now through Jan. 8 Cost: $8.95 for non-members ages 1-101 (children under 1 admitted free) Trying to escape Minnesota’s winter doldrums, if only for an afternoon? Check out the Rainforest Adventure exhibit where kids can explore a 9-foot kapok tree, climb into a rainforest canopy using a chair lift, seek endangered animals and even create their own unique insect. Billed as a “multi-sensory expedition,” this colorful exhibit is sure to keep the kids engaged for hours on end, while sneaking in some ecological education along the way.
First Avenue and 7th Street Entry may not seem like the best place to take the wee ones on New Year’s Eve, but this year parents may want to give it some thought. Accomplished Minneapolis rock pianist, composer and performance artist Mark Mallman, along with opening acts Koo Koo Kanga Roo and General B and the Wiz, is hosting a kid-friendly extravaganza at the world-famous concert venue. The kids might recognize Koo Koo Kanga Roo and its danceable, interactive and preteen-themed brand of hip-hop from the live touring version of the hit Nick Jr. show “Yo Gabba Gabba.” Be warned, though: The 18-plus show starts at 9 p.m.
LET’S GO! BEST BETS 1. THE YEAR IN DENIAL Laugh in the New Year with critically acclaimed comedians the Scrimshaw Brothers and guests Eric Webster, Shanan Custer and Tim Uren. The celebration will be an irreverent mix of smart sketch, stand-up and improv comedy. Time: 9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 31 Cost: $20 Location: Bryant Lake Bowl Theater, 810 W. Lake St., Minneapolis Info: (612) 825-8949
2. CDT NEW YEAR’S EVE: STEVIE RAY’S COMEDY CABARET
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Members of Stevie Ray’s improv troupe will perform a special New Year’s Eve show at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres Dec. 31.
Enjoy the Stevie Ray troupe, choose dinner from a specialty New Year’s Eve menu, and after the show, choose any or all of the offerings which include Music Magic DJ playing pop music, a visit to the Piano Bar or Michelle Barber and the Chanhassen Swing Orchestra performing dance music. At midnight participate in a holiday champagne toast. At the end of the
evening, try the assortment of sweets and coffee. Time: Dinner 6:30 p.m.; curtain 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 31 Cost: $100 per person Location: Playhouse Theatre, Chanhassen Dinner Theatres, 501 W. 78th St., Chanhassen Info: chanhassentheatres.com or (952) 934-1525
3. NEW YEAR’S EVE COMEDY The MinneHaHa Comedy Club is hosting a New Year’s Eve dinner and comedy show. Comedian Dennis Ross will headline, and special guest Paul Dillery will also perform. Pre-registration is necessary to attend this event. Time: 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 31 Cost: Dinner and show $40; show only $20 Location: MinneHAHA Comedy Club, 1583 First Ave., Shakopee Info: minnehahacomedyclub.com or (612) 860-9388
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DEC. 22 TRADITIONAL HOLIDAY TEAS Share holiday joy at these formal teas complete with freshly baked sweets and savories, plus an English trifle. Time: 2:30 p.m. Dec. 22-23 and 27-30 Cost: $23 for Arboretum members; $26 for non-members Location: Snyder Building Tea Room, Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska Info: (612) 626-3951 or umnarboretum.catertrax.com
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favorite tree and listen as the elves and helpers tell favorite holiday stories. Time: 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Dec. 26-31 Cost: Free with regular admission of $9 for adults; free for ages 15 and younger; free to Arboretum members Location: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska Info: www.arboretum.umn.edu or (952) 443-1422
DEC. 27 WINTER SURVIVAL CAMP
The enchantment of this fairy tale is reborn in the Ordway’s production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella.” Time: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 22-23, 27-31 and Jan. 1; 2 p.m. Dec. 22-23, 31 and Jan. 1; 1 p.m. Dec. 24 Cost: $33-$86 Location: Ordway Center for the Performing Arts, 345 Washington St., St. Paul Info: ordway.org or (651) 224-4222
‘JUNIE B. IN JINGLE BELLS, BATMAN SMELLS!’
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Junie B., that first-grader with an attitude, thinks the holiday sing-along should be fun this year, but when it’s time for the Secret Santa drawing, Junie B. picks the one person she’d rather not have – tattletale May! A holiday show appropriate for the whole family with a message about the importance of giving. Based on the book by Barbara Park. Time: Evening and matinee showtimes Dec. 22-29 Cost: Adults $12; seniors and students $10 Location: Lakeville Area Arts Center, 20965 Holyoke Ave., Lakeville Info: (952) 985-4640 or ci.lakeville. mn.us
DEC. 28 Explore the outdoors with an Arboretum naturalist during this winter’s Hot Chocolate Walks. The walks depart from the Oswald Visitor Center. Time: 10-11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 28 Cost: $7.50 for Arboretum members; $15 for non-members Location: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska Info: www.arboretum.umn.edu or (952) 443-1422
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DEC. 26 BURNING OFF THE COOKIES: SNOWSHOE HIKE Feeling some post-holiday cookie guilt? Learn about the history of snowshoes, strap on a pair and head out on a cookie-busting hike with a naturalist in Carver Park. For ages 4 and older. Time: 1-3 p.m. Monday, Dec. 26 Cost: $5 per person Location: Lowry Nature Center (Carver Park Reserve), 7025 Victoria Drive, Victoria Info: (763) 559-6700 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
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Explore the wintry landscape along the Minnesota River with a park ranger in search of a variety of wildlife signs. This is a family friendly event. In the event there is no snow, the group will hike. Time: 10:30 a.m.-noon Thursday, Dec. 29 Cost: Free Location: Rapids Lake Education and Visitor Center, 15865 Carver Highlands Drive, Carver Info: (952) 361-4502
Upcoming BODEANS Twenty-five years after their T-Bone Burnett produced debut “Love & Hope & Sex & Dreams” led them to win a Rolling Stone reader’s poll as “Best New American Band,” the BoDeans are still rocking and harmonizing gracefully, touring the U.S. regularly and exposing the kids of their longtime steadfast fans to real, heartfelt and trend-free music. Time: 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 30 Cost: $41-$44 Location: Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville Info: (952) 895-4680 or ticketmaster.com
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RAPTORS IN THE YARD See live birds of prey, learn their survival strategies and find out why they live in captivity. Cameras welcome. For all ages. Time: 10-11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 31 Cost: Free Location: Richardson Nature Center, 8737 E. Bush Lake Road, Bloomington Info: (763) 559-9000 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
Tuesday Spend three days practicing winter survival skills at the Cleary Lake campground. Prepare for safety by learning key components of winter survival such as animal tracking, shelter building, snowshoeing and fire making. Reservations required by Dec. 23; reference activity $124510-00. For ages 9-14. Time: Tuesday-Thursday, Dec. 27-29 Cost: $144 Location: Cleary Lake Park, 18106 Texas Ave., Prior Lake Info: (763) 559-6700 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
The American Red Cross is hosting a blood drive Friday, Dec. 23, at Star Bank Place. “The need for blood is urgent this holiday season. When you donate blood, you help save three lives,” according to a news release. Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 23 Cost: Free Location: Star Bank, 250 Prairie Center Drive (across the Eden Prairie Center parking lot from Target) Info: redcrossblood.org (search in zip code 55344) or call (800) 733-2767 and use prompt “2” to schedule your donation time
SCOTT HANSEN Award-winning comedian Scott Hansen will bring his unique “hit and run” style of comedy to this New Year’s Eve show. Time: 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 31 Cost: $20 in advance; $25 day of show; $150 for VIP table for four with champagne Location: Maple Tavern Bar and Grill, 9375 Deerwood Lane N., Maple Grove Info: (763) 425-2700, scotthansen. com or brownpapertickets.com
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CRITTERS CLOSE UP Meet animals that live in the nature center. See a snake, salamander and turtle up close. Learn what they eat and watch as they are fed. Figure out what makes each of these animals unique. For all ages. Time: 3-4 p.m. Sundays, Jan. 1 and Feb. 19 Cost: Free Location: Richardson Nature Center, 8737 E. Bush Lake Road, Bloomington Info: (763) 559-9000 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
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torn, dirty toy that has lost his voice. What is Santa to do now? This sweet Christmas story is being performed through Dec. 26 at Stages Theatre Company, 1111 Mainstreet, Hopkins. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for children 2-7 and seniors 60 and older. For more information, call (952) 979-1111 or visit stagestheatre.org
Hoigaard’s. Free lessons. Time: 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 30 Cost: Free with regular Arboretum of $9 for adults; free for ages 15 and younger; free to Arboretum members Location: Oswald Visitor Center, Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska Info: www.arboretum.umn.edu or (952) 443-1422
Cost: $20 at the door; $15 presale online until Friday, Dec. 30 at midnight Location: Living Waters Market & Café, Center for Harmonious Living, 12201 Minnetonka Blvd., Minnetonka Info: kirtanpath.com or facebook. com/KirtanPath
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Kevin Meaney is known for drawing upon his family relationships for much LAUGH OUT LOUD NEW of his material. Meaney has made YEAR’S EVE: LOUIE such lines as “we’re big pants people” ANDERSON and “we’re going to lose the house” (delivered in the tremulous voice of Comedian Louie Anderson will share his mother) catch phrases for hilarity. the ups and downs of his childhood Time: 7 p.m. dinner show; 10:30 p.m. experiences growing up in Minnesota cocktail show Saturday, Dec. 31 in a family of 11 children. Cost: Dinner show $45; VIP dinner Time: 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. show (includes priority seating and Saturday, Dec. 31 VIP meet and greet) $65; cocktail Cost: $31.95-$71.95; meet and show $25 greet tickets $101.95 Location: Bayview Event Center, 687 Location: Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville Excelsior Blvd., Excelsior Info: (952) 470-VIEW or Info: (952) 895-4680 or bayviewevent.com ticketmaster.com
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NEW YEAR’S EVE KIRTAN CELEBRATION Kirtan is a celebratory chant ceremony to invoke grace, beauty, prosperity and removal of obstacles led by Myra Godfrey of Gita for the Masses at midnight. The public is invited to come together for four hours of Kirtan and a midnight ceremony with the Wild Moon Bhaktas and Kirtan Path. Food will be available for purchase. Time: Doors open at 6 p.m.; Kritan starts at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 31
See “Hairspray,” “Plaid Tidings” or Steve Ray’s Comedy Cabaret and choose dinner from a specialty New Year’s Eve menu. Then, after the production, choose any or all of the post-theater entertainment offerings which include Music Magic DJ playing pop music, a visit to the Piano Bar or Michelle Barber and the Chanhassen Swing Orchestra performing dance music. At midnight participate in a holiday toast with champagne. At the end of the evening, sample the
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assortment of sweets and coffee. Time: Dinner 5:45 p.m.; curtain 7:45 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 31 Cost: $125 per person Location: Chanhassen Dinner Theatres, 501 W. 78th St., Chanhassen Info: chanhassentheatres.com or (952) 934-1525
NEW YEAR’S EVE COMEDY The MinneHaHa Comedy Club will host a New Year’s Eve dinner with headliner Dennis Ross and special guest Paul Dillery. Pre-registration is necessary. Time: 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 31 Cost: Dinner and show $40; show only $20 Location: MinneHAHA Comedy Club, 1583 First Ave., Shakopee Info: minnehahacomedyclub.com or (612) 860-9388
WYNONNA AND THE BIG NOISE Backed by The Big Noise, Wynonna will make her sixth appearance in the Mystic Showroom at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel with a pair of shows on New Year’s Eve. Time: 7 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 31 Cost: $44-$55 Location: Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd., Prior Lake Info: mysticlake.com or (952) 4459000
AR-BRR-ETUM! Close out 2011 with a refreshing winter outing on skis or snowshoes.
Promote physical activity through play and experiment with farm-fresh recipes that inspire healthful eating. Each class will include games, play and a meal children and caregivers create together. Maximum three children per adult. Program is for ages 1-5 and is part of the My Preschooler & Me: Eat, Play, Grow program. Reservations required; reference activity 137403-38. Time: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 2 Cost: $8 Location: Gale Woods Farm, 7210 County Road 110 W., Minnetrista Info: (763) 559-6700 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
MAKING TRACKS Improve powers of observation and get exercise by taking a long hike down into the valley. Come prepared for two hours of fast-paced walking with short breaks. Snowshoes optional and will be provided for those who need them. Time: 7:30-9:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 6 Cost: Free Location: Bass Ponds, 2501 86th St. E., Bloomington Info: (952) 854-5900 or fws.gov/ midwest/minnesotavalley
ROCK ON ICE Skating, music and refreshments by bonfire are planned at the Round Lake Park Ice Rink. Event sponsored by the Eden Prairie Parks and Recreation Department. Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 15 Cost: Free Location: Round Lake Park, Eden Prairie Info: edenprairie.org or (952) 9498300
FAMILY PIZZA AND BINGO NIGHT Children ages 5 and older and their families are invited for a family BINGO night at the Eden Prairie Community Center. Time: 6-8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 20 Cost: $5 Location: Eden Prairie Community Center, 16700 Valley View Road Info: edenprairie.org or (952) 9498300
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Senior Center Th e following upc oming events take place at the Eden Prairie Senior Center at 8950 Eden Prairie Road, unless another location is given. To register, visit the center, mail in your registration or visit edenprairie. org. For other information, call (952) 279-8050. Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday. To display artwork at the center, call (952) 279-8050.
Special events Senior Center Closed – The center is closed Dec. 23, 26 and Jan. 2. Health Care Panel Discussion – 9:30-10:45 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 12. Cost is $5. Sponsored by Senior Resource Professionals. Cribbage Tournament – 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 26. Fees apply. Event, which is open to surrounding Senior Centers, is in the Senior Center Community Room.
Senior trips Senior trips leave from the Senior Center.
“Forever Plaid at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres” – 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 25. Cost is $51. Tickets meal and transportation included. Call the Senior Center to sign up. Register by Dec. 28.
Health and wellness The Eden Prairie Community Center at 16700 Valley View Road offers fitness classes geared toward seniors. Call the Community Center at (952) 949-8470 for more information. RSVP at (952) 279-8050 for the following events: Join The Walking Club – Meet on the lower level of Sears inside at the mall entrance, 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Pickleball – Play Pickleball from noon to 2 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday and from 9-11 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday at the Eden Prairie Community Center. Players of all levels are welcome. Wear comfortable clothes and whitesoled tennis shoes. Contact the Senior Center for more information. Cost is $5 for nonmembers. Foot Care Clinic – Jan. 4,
18; Feb. 6, 22. Call 763-560-5136 for appointment. Cost is $33. Health Insurance Help – 1 p.m. Jan. 19, Feb. 16. Call (952) 279-8050 for an appointment. Blood Pressure Clinic – 11 a.m. to noon Jan. 5, Feb. 2. Call Senior Center for appointment. Inside Edge Indoor Golf for Seniors – Mondays at 9 a.m. Cost is $21 per round. Call the Senior Center for more information.
training. Fees are $ 2 0 per quarter or $ 5 per visit. Info: (952) 279-8050. Woodshop Class – Make a wood tote from 6-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Jan. 11-25. Three classes. Call the Senior Center for more information.
Weekly events
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
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 infor-
at (952) 937-3535 or bhalweg@ comcast.net. CA P National Headquarters’ website is gocivilairpatrol.com. The Viking Squadron website is mncap. org/viking/.
to all. Meetings are from 6-7 p.m. Tuesdays at Supervalu Corp. Headquarters, 11840 Valley View Road, Room 203, Eden Prairie. Info: afterhours.freetoasthost.org.
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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.
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.
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.
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mation. 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.
12 steps of Overeaters Anonymous to stop eating compulsively. Info: (952) 237-1168, Adam; and odat0487@ aol.com and (952) 943-8422, Sarah.
Headquarters, 7601 Penn Ave. S., Richfield. Details are at John.Simmons3@bestbuy.com and (612) 291-7585.
Monthly events Bingo – From 1-3:30 p.m. Fridays, Dec. 30, Jan. 27 and Feb. 24. Cost is $1. Refreshments provided. Book Club – 10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 11, reading “Still Alice” by Lisa Genova. Chair massages – 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 12, 26; Feb. 9, 23. Cost is $18 for 15 minutes or $33 for 30 minutes. Call the Senior Center to make an appointment at least one week in advance. Computer Cracker Barrel – 10 a.m. Thursdays, Jan. 5 and Feb. 2, Eden Prairie Library, 565 Prairie Center Drive.
MEETINGS To add a meeting to our list, or update a listing, please email editor@edenprairienews.com or call (952) 942-7885. Contact clubs directly to confirm holiday meeting schedules.
Memory Loss Support The Memory Loss and Caregiver Support Group meetings will be held at Prairie Adult Care from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Jan. 5. Concurrent support groups for persons with early stages of memory loss and their caregivers are facilitated by trained professionals in disease management strategies. The discussion groups help individuals connect to community resources, and foster self esteem in caregiving and care receiving. Participants may attend alone or with their family member or friend. To learn more about the support groups or the adult day center, visit prairieadultcare. com or alzmndak.org or call (952) 949-3126. Prairie Adult Care is in the Victory Lutheran Church at 16200 Berger Drive, Eden Prairie.
AD/HD Connection The SW Metro AD/HD Connection meets the second Monday of each month. During the next meeting, from 7-8:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 9, Lucy Segesky, M.Ed, occupational therapist, will speak on “The influence of sensory processing and emotional regulation on anxiety and AD/HD?” The group meets at the Eden Prairie Schools Administrative Services Building, 8100 School Road. Info: Cindy Lea, MA, (612) 965-3052 or Cindy@ SucceedingwithADD.com.
Eden Prairie Lions The Eden Prairie Lions is a volunteer organization of civicminded people representing a cross-section of the community. The club meets the first and third Mondays of the month at Camp Eden Wood, 6350 Indian Chief Road. “Think about joining. As an Eden Prairie Lion
you’ll help your community, gain valuable skills, network with others, energize your life, make an impact and have fun,” according to a news release. Info: eplions.org or (612) 825-5100 (Ted Muller, Lions president).
Meals on Wheels Delivers weekday, noontime, nutritionally balanced meals to residents of Eden Prairie who are unable to leave their homes. Deliveries may be long term or for a short-term medical recovery. Info: (952) 221-2123.
Optimist Club The Eden Prairie Optimist Club is a civic organization with an emphasis on programs that benefit and recognize the youth of Eden Prairie. The club meets at 6:30 p.m. on the second Monday of each month at the Chanhassen American Legion, 290 Lake Drive E., Chanhassen. Visitors are always welcome. Info: rocky@lhotka.net or facebook.com/epoptimists.
Alcoholics Anonymous An Alcoholics Anonymous Men’s Meeting is set at 7 p.m. every Monday at the Preserve Center “Barn,” on the second f loor, 11221 Anderson Lakes Parkway, Eden Prairie, next to the tennis courts. Info: (612) 210-1312, Brian.
Eden Prairie AM Rotary The Eden Prairie AM Rotary Club meets at 7:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Biaggi’s Restaurant in the Eden Prairie Shopping Center. Info: (612) 759-9150, Dick Ward.
Civil Air Patrol The U.S. Air Force Auxiliary Viking Squadron offers a cadet aerospace education program for kids ages 12 to 21 years. Senior officer members are age 21 and older. Viking Squadron covers the southwestern portions of the Twin Cities area and meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Grace Church in Eden Prairie, 9301 Eden Prairie Road. For more information contact Lt. Col. Brent Halweg
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BNI Networking Group F rom 7- 8 : 3 0 a.m. Thursdays at Eden Prairie Community Center, 16700 Valley View Road, international networking group focuses on referrals. Info: bni-mn.com/ or (952) 8906524, Ext. 7568, Paul Turney.
Eden Prairie Lioness
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.
The Eden Prairie Lioness Club is a volunteer organization of civic-minded women representing a cross-section of the community. The club meets at 6 p.m. the fi rst Thursday of each month (September through November and January to May) at Camp Eden Wood, 6350 Indian Chief Road. Meetings include a guest speaker and club discussion. Info: eplioness@comcast. net.
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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.
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.
The Eden Prairie Noon Rotary Club meets at noon Thursdays at Bearpath Country Club in Eden Prairie. Info: (612) 7193236, Bill Dobbins.
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Speakers by Design Toastmasters group meets from noon-1 p.m. Tuesdays at Digital River, 9625 W. 76th St., to increase confidence, improve public speaking and develop professional leadership skills. Free. Info: bbirr@rfamec.com and (612) 229-8386, Bruce.
Speakers after Hours Speakers after Hours Toastmasters invites you to improve your public speaking and leadership skills. The group is open
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
Minneapolis Commodores The Minneapolis Commodores, a member of the Barbershop Harmony Society, welcome all men, young and old, who enjoy singing to come and experience the pleasure of barbershop harmony and camaraderie. The group practices at 7 p.m. Tuesdays at House of Prayer Lutheran Church in Richfield. Call Rich at (952) 829-7009 or go to minneapoliscommodores.org.
H2O Masters Toastmasters group meets 7:30-8:30 a.m. the second and 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
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.
GOVERNMENT MEETINGS The following are local government meetings in Eden Prairie. Meetings are held at Eden Prairie City Center, 8080 Mitchell Road, unless otherwise indicated.
Monday, Dec. 19 Heritage Preservation Commission – 7 p.m., Prairie Room.
Tuesday, Dec. 20 City Council meeting – Has been cancelled.
Dec. 23, 26 and Jan. 2 City offices closed.
Tuesday, Jan. 3 City Council meeting – Workshop in Heritage Rooms of Eden Prairie City Center, starts for council members at 5 p.m., but normally discussions on topics don’t begin until about 5:30 p.m. Regular council meeting begins at 7 p.m. in Council Chamber. Residents can discuss city business with council members during the city’s open forum from 6:30 to 6:50 p.m., and open podium from 6:50 to 7 p.m. Those who wish to take part in the open podium need to contact the city manager’s office (952-949-8412) by noon the day of the meeting. Source: City meeting calendar, edenpr.org.
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I’ve been thinking about ‘betting on Bethlehem’ Note: Of the columns I have been asked to repeat, this one ranks highest among my readers. “O little town of Bethlehem, How still we see thee lie; Above thy deep and dreamless sleep The silent stars go by; Yet in thy dark streets shineth The everlasting light; The hopes and fears of all the years Are met in thee tonight.” -- Phillips Brooks I’ve been thinking about “Betting on Bethlehem.” That is the phrase Donna Schaper uses to describe the mystery of Christmas. The meaning of Christmas survives precisely because it is set in the little town of Bethlehem and not the metropolis of Jerusalem. Ms. Schaper writes convincingly about a world in which big things seem more important than little things on most days. She says, “Christmas is like an annual people’s revolt showing how small things truly matter in a world where big is king.”
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JOHNSON SPIRITUALLY SPEAKING
When I think about betting on Bethlehem I think about visits I have made to third world countries. The people there who embrace the story of Jesus often do so as if it were written just for them. They are mostly poor and seemingly insignificant people in human history. They hear Jesus’ words, “Blessed are the poor ...” with different ears than most of us in first world countries. Some years ago I attended a Christmas musicale at one of the largest churches in the nation. There were
over 7,000 people present. It cost over a million dollars to produce and included live animals, elaborate scenery and costumes and angels that “flew through the air” to the music of a full orchestra and a 400-voice choir. I remember thinking to myself, “This is probably better than the real event!” Through it all, my mind wandered back to Christmas pageants in the church where I grew up. There, year after year, little children told the Christmas story in a pageant full of mistakes and missed cues. Frankly, I think those pageants came closer to the truth which centers on a poor unwed mother giving birth to a baby in awkward circumstances. So I am betting on Bethlehem again this Christmas. In my life it’s the little memories that endure. Every year when we decorate our Christmas tree the little plaster of Paris ornaments our children made in grade school always bring a tear to my eye. I think of little hands
struggling to make a manger or a baby Jesus to tell the story of Christmas. Somehow I see the story more clearly in those ornaments than I did in the magnificent musical extravaganza. It has been another year of wars and recession, political upheaval and protests. People occupy Wall Street in what seems like a futile effort to shame the rich and powerful in our nation. The numbers of homeless in our country have reached new levels while some voices in the body politic essentially say to the poor, “Shame on you! Get a job!” The war in Iraq is officially “over” but it would be hard to argue that we have succeeded in bringing peace to that part of the world. Ironically we are entering the season of welcoming the Prince of Peace who was born in a stable not all that far from Iraq. Which memory do you think will endure a hundred years from now? I’m betting on Bethlehem. The heart of the Christmas message is about a great God
who chooses to become small enough for the poorest of the poor and the simplest of the simple to understand. Great wealth, success and power are frequently a hindrance when is comes to understanding the heart of God. More often than not, love is communicated in smaller things. In our home we have a tradition of “love notes” at Christmas time. Everyone in the family writes everyone else a love note to place in the Christmas stockings. The tradition began when our children were very small. They are always the first gifts we open. Over the years we have treasured those love notes more than any other gifts we receive. I think it goes with “betting on Bethlehem.” Christmas reminds us that God chose the way of vulnerability by coming into the world as an infant born to poor people in a small town centuries ago. That ever-sosmall gift of life would become the voice of God’s great love and forgiveness, but even then the crowning moment would
look like defeat and failure. The mighty Roman Empire would crucify a small-town preacher from Galilee. Then came Easter and once again the wisdom of “Betting on Bethlehem” becomes clear for those who believe. This is a special season for Christians and I believe part of being faithful to our beliefs is found in random acts of kindness and love. Think small! Bet on Bethlehem. It is a radical thought in a world that is addicted to believing that “bigger is better.” “How silently how silently The wondrous gift is given! So God imparts to human hearts The blessings of his heaven. No ear may hear his coming, But in this word of sin, Where meek souls will receive him still, The dear Christ enters in.” Dr. Bernard E. Johnson shares this space with the Revs. Timothy A. Johnson and Rod Anderson as well as spiritual writers Lauren Carlson-Vohs and Beryl Schewe. “Spiritually Speaking” appears weekly.
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Eden Prairie
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End of an era at Wooddale
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Just South of U.S. 212 on Eden Prairie Road
Eden Prairie
United Methodist Church “Open hearts – Open minds – Open doors” Pastor Dan Schneider-Bryan
Sunday Worship 10:30 AM Sunday School
Web: atgrace.com Phone: 952-926-1884 At southeast corner of Eden Prairie Road and Pioneer Trail in Eden Prairie
Sunday Morning Services: 8:00 • 9:30 • 11:00 Children’s programming at 9:30 and 11:00
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at St. Andrew West Sunday 9:30 a.m. 112090 Hundertmark Rd
Lutheran
(2 Blocks West of State 41 on Hundertmark)
at St. Andrew Saturday 5:00 pm Pastoral Team Sunday 9:00 am and 10:30 am Alan Loose Sunday 6:00 pm LiveWire Tasha Genck Morton Roger Schindel
13600 Technology Drive
(Along State Hwy. 5/212 one mile west of 494)
(No Sunday School Dec. 25 & Jan. 1)
www.victorylcms.org 952-934-0956 Sunday worship 9:00 AM Chris an Educa on for all ages – 10:15 AM
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952-937-2776 www.standrewlu.org
THE GREATEST STORY EVER TOLD
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ST. ALBAN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH SUNDAY 8:00 & 10:00 a.m. WEDNESDAY 6:00 p.m. “Come grow with us in Christ”
Worship/Church School/ Nursery Each Hour
ONE CHURCH TWO LOCATIONS
15050 Scenic Heights Road Eden Prairie 952-937-8781
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 Christmas Eve Services 3:30, 5:00 & 10:00 pm
www.eppc.com | 952.937.8000
Come as you are, hear a relevant message, and be inspired by music! Sunday Worship at 11:00 am 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.
You will find welcoming people, an encouraging message, refreshing music and great programs for the entire family. We are a church that cares about loving God and loving others. Enjoy the Christmas season with us. We look forward to meeting you!
Christmas Eve Vespers Service (Dec. 24) - 4 p.m.
Music, readings, and drama presented by families of Liberty
Christmas Day Services
Bible Classes 9:30 a.m. • Christmas Service 10:45 a.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
Youth Group 6 pm Young Adults 7:30 pm
Dr. Jerry Erickson, Pastor
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
Visit our website for more groups and events! www.phefc.org 103288
952-937-9593 17200 Valley View Road, Eden Prairie
All are Welcome!
Are you hungry for “meaty” Bible teaching?
Prairie Hill Evangelical Free Church
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
(Located next to Eden Prairie High School)
Invite People to Worship with You! Call Kathy 952-345-3003
Eden Prairie • Chanhassen Chaska • Shakopee Prior Lake • Savage • Jordan and many other Southwest Communities
“The Christmas Eve services at Wooddale Church mark the end of Pastor Leith Anderson’s ministry as senior pastor after 35 years. Pastor Anderson will be speaking in the nine Candlelight Christmas Eve services – an early service on Wednesday, Dec. 21, and eight services on Dec. 24. His message, ‘God – Wrapped in a Baby’ focuses on the love, salvation, peace and hope we can have because of God’s gift of his Son, Jesus,” according to a news release. The Candlelight Christmas Eve services on Wooddale’s Eden Prairie campus are at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 21, and at 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 10 p.m. Dec. 24. Two Christmas Eve Candlelight services will be held on the Edina campus – at 7:30 and 8:30 p.m. Family Christmas Eve services, featuring a program designed for families with young children and a brief message by Wooddale Children’s Pastor Jim Bauman, will be held at 2 and 3 p.m. on the Eden Prairie campus and at 5 p.m. on the Edina campus. Anderson, who began his ministry on Jan. 1, 1977, announced his retirement earlier this year. “During his ministry, Wooddale has become one of the largest churches in the Twin Cities, has planted nine churches in the Twin Cities and greater Minnesota and has a ministry that is having an impact around the world,” according to a news release. Everyone is invited to attend one of the Christmas Eve services at Wooddale. The Eden Prairie campus is at 6630 Shady Oak Road in Eden Prairie (at the intersection of Highway 212 and Shady Oak Road). The Edina campus is at 5532 Wooddale Ave. in Edina. These services will be streamed live online at wooddale.org.
Homelessness exhibit at Pax “Pax Christi Catholic Community, in collaboration with St. Stephen’s Human Services, invites Eden Prairie residents to the opening of a powerful audio/photo exhibition created from hundreds of conversations with individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Minnesota,” according to a news release. Through striking portraits and first person audio, “Homelessness is My Address, Not My Name” is designed to alter your perception of homelessness. The exhibit opening is 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 8, at Pax Christi and the exhibit will be on display at the church, 12100 Pioneer Trail, from Jan. 7 to Feb. 12. The exhibit’s stories spring from The Oral History of Homelessness Project, which documents homelessness in Minnesota through first-person narratives and portrait photography. Interviews and portraits of individuals and families experiencing homelessness provide stories of the daily lives, challenges and successes in overcoming the most extreme form of poverty in this socio-economic era. This exhibit is presented as collaboration between the Pax Christi Catholic Community Justice Grants Board (working to end homelessness and alleviate poverty) and the Pax Christi Arts Committee. It is free and open to the public. Check paxchristi.com for additional info.
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Come to work for the nation's leading beet sugar producer in a hands- on equipment oriented environment. United Sugars has openings for non-union, full time, limited duration jobs in our Chaska, MN plant. These positions work 12 hour shifts. There is currently a union lockout in progress. Applicants must be at least 18 years old with a HS Diploma or GED and pass entrance testing, drug testing and criminal background check. Preferred candidates will have manufacturing or industrial experience, be able to work in an industrial setting, have a good work ethic and communication skills.
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Software Support Specialist. Assist/Train customers in the use of our software product. ERP/ manufacturing software. Experience in Accounting helpful. Analytical skills needed. Precise Softwarewww.precisesoftware.net Travel required. Salary based on experience. Vacation/ health benefits. Send resume to: tomp@precisesoftware.net
Teller, FT Central Bank Eden Prairie location. 9:30am-6pm, M-F. Contact: Tina, 952-944-6640. EOE/AA
Ridgeview Medical Center is an independent, regional health care network serving the west-metro area. Come join us as we grow! The following positions are available in Waconia: •NICU RN – Minimum 1 year experience in NICU. Position is 72 hours per pay period. •Lactation Specialist – Works with Nurse Managers and Directors to assess need, plan, organize, implement, and evaluate education and training to assist MCH health care providers in attaining desired outcomes for breastfeeding management. Minimum 2 years MCH nursing experience plus IBCLC certification. Position is On-Call •Surgical Technologist – Circulating experience in a busy OR. Case mix includes general, OB/GYN, urology, plastics, ophthalmology, and orthopedics. Position is on-call. •PACU RN – Responsible for monitoring the surgical patient; timely coordination of pre-op patient preparation including IV starts, computer documentation, surgical site marking, site verification, and assisting with pre-op nerve blocks and epidurals. Also responsible for post-op monitoring, assessment, and care of stage 1 recovery patients. BLS and ACLS certified. 3 years experience in med/surg unit and competency in pre-op and post-op assessments on patients of all ages. Must be able to provide safe care in a fast paced environment. Prefer previous PACU and/or CICU experience. •SDS RN – Minimum 3 yrs nursing experience in med/surg. Occas. float to Chaska SDS. ACLS preferred. •CICU/Tele RN - 2 years telemetry experience and experience on a medical/surgical unit. ACLS preferred. •ED RN – 3 years of RN med/surg experience; ED experience preferred. •Clinical Nursing Supervisor – Ideal opportunity for the individual who is flexible and adapts easily to changing priorities and work situations. 3-5 years nursing experience, critical care experience preferred. The Ridgeview network includes the Waconia-based acute care hospital, a multitude of primary and specialty care clinics, emergency services and specialty programs. To learn more about these exciting employment opportunities or to apply, please visit our website at: www.ridgeviewmedical.org.
Campers Travel Trailers
Framing, Siding and Window Carpenters Wanted with all levels of experience. Positions are full time and benefits eligible. Must have valid D/L, reliable transportation and be able to pass background check, drug screen and physical. Call our job line at 952-380-3720 or send resume to: jobs@carpentrycontractors.com
Boats/Motors
DRIVER Road Machinery & Supplies Co, a construction equipment distributor, is seeking a Driver to deliver construction equipment parts Monday through Friday from Savage, MN to Duluth and Virginia, MN. This position is a full time 2nd shift opportunity. Candidates must have a valid license with clean record, DOT Health Card required. Send resume to Anthony Howard ahoward@rmseq.com or 5633 W. Hwy 13, Savage MN 55378. Interviews by appointment only. EOE
Jordan MN Needs a Residential Automated Driver Ideal candidate would possess: Class B license Automated experience a plus Clean driving and safety record Positive attitude Salary based upon experience. Fax or email your resume to: 952-445-2719 daron@elitewastedisposal.com
PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN Braas Co, a leading distributor of Fluid Power/ Motion Control components seeks a Prod Tech to document, modify and/or assemble componentry into kits & builds. Ap should have 2 yr Tech deg in fluid power, electrical or pkg/machine build or equivalent exp. Exp in hydraulics', pneumatics, electronics, machine tool operation, machine build. Exp w/ structural framing a plus. Must be able to read blue prints, use shop & hand tools, be PC proficient, meet deadlines, mge multiple priorities, lift 75#, navigate on a shop floor/whs environment, have strong interpersonal skills. Braas is employee owned. www.braasco.com. Send letter, resume and salary reqs to: BRAAS Company Human Resources 7970 Wallace Road Eden Prairie, MN 55344 Fax (952) 975-6317 E-mail Janis.negratti-samuel@Braasco.com EOE
Part-Time
Accessible Space, Inc. a national non-profit provider seeks experienced Part-Time caretaker (up to 25 hrs/wk) for apartment building in Shakopee, MN. General caretaker duties include - apartment turns, cleaning, painting and minor maintenance. Competitive Wage + PT benefits. Apply online at: www. Accessiblespace.org or fax resume to HR (651) 645-0541. Ref job code 73111 when applying. EOE/AA
Housekeeping
LPN's or RN's Nursing Assistants Care Attendants Please see our website at
www.auburnhomes.org for details. EOE/AAP
Driver Warehouse Part time. Parts Delivery Warehouse No experience required. Clean driving record. Auto Plus Hourly based on experience. EOE 952474-3162
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
2006 Crestliner Lsi Angler 2285. Lots of extras. 60 HP Mercury 4 stroke and dual axle trailer. 763-360-6251
We have PT Housekeeper position available of Keystone Communities of Prior Lake, a Sr. Housing & Assisted Living Facility. We are looking for a team player who has a passion with working with seniors. Ideal candidate must be available to work E/O weekend & holidays. We offer a great work environment and great team to work with. Please call Kelly Roehrick @952-2269323, fax resume: 952226-9201 or stop by 4685 Park Nicollet Ave., Prior Lake to pick up an application.
2004 41' SportsCoach Elite. Fully equipped. 23,000K. Well-maintained. 3 slides. $100,000. 952-797-6264
2007 27' Colorardo RL 5th Wheel, 2 Slide $29,500 or best offer. 507-934-4834 M-F after 5:30
Motorcycles
1994 Harley Heritage Softtail, 26300k, all service records avail, extra set of pipes. $7500. Call Mike @ 612-309-6737
2000 Harley Davidson 883 Sportster, wife's bike, never rode, must go. 1300 miles, Lots, lots of extras, mint! $7000. 952-890-0905
Part-Time
Property Caretaker
Auburn Homes & Services in Chaska is currently seeking applicants for the following positions:
1998, Bayliner Capri Fish & Ski boat, 19 ft. 135HP. Inboard, stored inside. Excellent condition $6900. 952-4126417
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
94 Starcraft, 17ft. Aluminum. Walleye, Bass ½ Console 75hp. Mariner & 8hp. Kicker. $6500. 612-554-6725 or bsehlers3242@gmail.com
Hydro Stream Vegas. 20'. 200 HP+++. Complete restoration. 5 passenger. A real head turner! $6,900 or all trades welcome. 952215-5421
Campers Travel Trailers
1991 Fleetwood Southwind Motorhome, Class A, 33ft. Only 38k miles! Smooth runner, fully loaded, sleeps 6, hydraulic leveler, $10,500, 612-669-4172
2003 Harley Softtail Deuce Anniversary model. 5500 miles. $13,000. 952-447-4280
2005 black Yamaha R6, 6,000 miles. Yoshimurd customized exhaust. With OEM cover & tank bra. $5,500. 952-3610142
2005 Kawasaki 1600 Vulcan Classic with Vance & Hines pipes. New tires. 10,895 miles. Mint condition. $5900 Call (952) 934-7358
Sales Positions FLORAL DESIGNER All occasion design and retail sales at Emma Krumbee's Floral in Belle Plaine. D/N/W. Submit resume: info@emmakrumbees.com
Jordan Kids Company has an opening for a part time Group Leader. Hours will be 2:00pm6.00pm. Mon-Fri. Call Lori at 952-492-4312 for application. Position open until filled.
We welcome you to submit your application to a friendly, progressive optometric office! 20+ hours/week. Optical/customer service experience preferred. Crossroads Optometric 952-447-2020
Start a thriving career in Inside Sales with a Fortune 500 company. Contact allie.duchene@tchek.com
Childcare Needed Seeking fun, energetic loving Nanny, PT Mon., Wed., e/o Friday, starting mid-Jan. Chanhassen, 763-957-0458
1996 Itasca Suncruiser Motorhome. Class A, 39'. Excellent condition, shedded at all times/ winterized. Loaded! 29,300 actual miles. $35,000/BO. 507-6656019
Honda style 2007 JMST 250cc Scooter. 1329 miles, original owner, 80 mpg, 4 stroke 2 passenger, $2900.00, call Ray 952-402-9110
Sporting Goods CASH$$ We buy guns SPORTS STOP Shakopee 952-445-5282
Cars
1998 Holiday Rambler Vacationer 36' motorhome, great condition, sleeps 6, 60,000 miles, $31,900 or best offer. Call Gary at 952492-1129.
$$ Paid for Junkers/ Repairables FREE TOW. Immediate pickup. Serving Carver/ Scott counties. 952-220-TOWS, 24/7 $$ Wanted $$ JUNK CARS Viking Auto Salvage 651-460-6166
Check out the GREAT deals in the Classified Section of this paper To place your ad call
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NEWS BRIEFS
PROP Shop needs of the week The PROP Shop client room currently requests donations of boys’ and girls’ winter boots in clean and good condition. 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 “PROP would like to thank the community for its support over the last few weeks. Your response to our needs has been well received,” according to a news release. The food shelf is currently most in need of rice, apple juice, canned meat, jelly and crackers. Your cash donations enable
BUSINESS NEWS PROP to use its buying power for food, supplies and financial support for clients. Your food donations keep shelves stocked. The group appreciates the support and invites you to volunteer and use your creativity to create a PROP-themed event. If you need services or support from PROP, visit its website at propfood. org, call (952) 937-9120 or stop by 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.
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. Eden Prairie locations include the city’s liquor stores. Info: RecycleMinnesota.org.
County offers immunizations Hennepin County Public Health is offering low-cost im-
munizations 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 Bloomington Clinic: Bloomington Division of Health, 1900 W. Old Shakopee Road, Jan. 3 and 17, 3 to 5:30 p.m. I Brooklyn Center Clinic: Hennepin County’s Brookdale Service Center, 6125 Shingle Creek Road, Dec. 27 and Jan. 24, 9 to 11 a.m. I Downtown Minneapolis Clinic: Hennepin Health Services Building, 525 Portland Ave. S., Jan. 6, 8:30 to 11 a.m. For more information about these clinics, call (612) 348-2884 or go to hennepin.us/vaccines. Donations are requested but not required for the immunizations.
Optimists sponsor Essay Contest The Optimist Club of Eden Prairie is encouraging area students to contemplate on the phrase: “How My Positive Outlook Benefits my Community” as part of the Optimist International Essay Contest for 2012. Students under age 18 as of Dec. 31, 2011, who have not yet graduated from high school are invited to enter this essay
contest by writing 700 to 800 words on “How My Positive Outlook Benefits my Community.” Deadline for submitting essays is Feb. 15, 2012. Gift certificates of $50, $40 and $30 will be awarded to the first-, second- and third-place winners in each of these categories: fourth to sixth grade, seventh to ninth grade, and 10th to 12th grade. The overall winner’s essay will be sent to the Optimist International District Essay Contest for an opportunity to win a college scholarship of $2,500. Students wishing to participate in the essay contest can find out more about the contest by contacting Eden Prairie Optimist Essay Contest Chair Don Affolter at (952) 944-2719 or Donaaff@aol.com. Application Forms and complete contest rules can be obtained from the Eden Prairie Library, 565 Prairie Center Drive, or online at www.Facebook.com/EPOptimists. A reception to honor the winning essay writers and all participants will be held at the Eden Prairie Library on Monday, Feb. 27, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. Essay contest winners will be invited to read their essays. The Eden Prairie Optimists have been participating in the Optimist International Essay Contest in Eden Prairie for six years. The Eden Prairie Optimists are sponsors of various programs and activities that primarily benefit the Youth of Eden Prairie and neighboring communities.
Collecting mittens and hats for local schools United Educators Credit Union’s Eden Prairie Branch at 7912B Eden Road will hold its Second Annual Holiday Mitten and Hat Drive through Dec. 31. Throughout the month of December, UECU welcomes its members and the Eden Prairie community to donate new mitten and hats, to benefit local elementary schools in the area.
Named senior VP at Streamlite Streamlite Inc. announces that Donald Berry has been named senior vice president of technology and business development and the newest member of its management team, reporting to CEO Randy Clark. “Berry will be responsible for driving process improvements and technical innovations to keep Streamlite at the forefront of the lightweight business-toconsumer delivery category,” according to a news release. For more information, visit streamliteinc.com.
Corporate Travel Solutions acquired by firm Illinois private equity fi rm Silver Oak Services Partners announces the acquisition of Corporate Travel Services (CTS) in Minneapolis. “CTS has provided corporate and meeting travel management services for the past 36 years focusing on mid-sized clients and specializing in creating customized travel programs with long-term partnerships,” according to a news release. “Lisa Buckner of Eden Prairie will remain president and chief operating officer for CTS and is an investor in the new company.” For more information, call 1-800-526-4540 or visit ctsinc. com.
Cardinal Stritch offers programs Cardinal Stritch University offers associate, bachelor and master degrees in business and management through adult evening programs. Representatives from the College of Business and Management will be on hand with academic program information on the fi rst Tuesday of every month at 5:30 p.m. The next scheduled meeting is Tuesday, Jan. 3, according to a news release. Cardinal Stritch is at 11010 Prairie Lakes Drive, Suite 300, Eden Prairie.
Now you can post an unlimited number of ads to Thriftmart, our free-ads marketplace. Go to www.imarketplace.mn/thriftmart to place your ad, or call (952) 345-3003. (A telephone surcharge applies if you call.) And now businesses can use Thriftmart, too!
19' color TV. Works fine, $50. 952-4039813 22k, gold trim 8pc fireking snack set, boxed $20. 952-492-7803 Awesome boys bike sturdy, light weight 20” $150. 952-836-7335 Bose, Cinemate, TV sound system. New in box, $700. 952-4925228 Boys, 3t-5t winter clothes, 25 pieces, all $15. 952-492-7803 Browning, BPS shotgun 3.5" wood stock, $425. 952-843-8363 China,Twelve place settings and five serving pieces. $300. 952-4433223 Dining table, 6 chairs, honey oak, good condition. $500. 952-3613137 Dog kennel, black, 6x5 New, pickup. $325. 952-378-3622
Dora back pack. For traveling, school, no ripping, $20. 952-226-2236
Garage heater, 17,500 btu's, nat. gas, $150. 612-840-4289
Ellen Tracy black leather purse. Perfect condition, $40. 651336-9300 Entertainment center, 84wx71x18D, solid oak, excellent, glass doors, $99, 612-281-1220
German Shepherd Pup 10 weeks, $350. 952564-5523
Entertainment center, oak, great condition, holds 36" TV, $50. 952955-6119 Exercise bike, Lifecycle1, fitness, digital screen, BP, monitor $500. 952-492-5596 Foosball table, good condition, $30. 952-9556119 Free hermit crab. Crab aquarium and all the extras. 651-767-2901 Free, 6 month old calico female kitty. Needs companionship. 952649-9351 TV, RCA, color, 20" $10. 952-445-3481
Go Cart 8.0, new motor runs great. $500. b/o 612-799-9806 Hedgehog, female, cage & wheel, to forever home. $100. 952-3684635 Hide a bed couch, tan striped, good condition. $25. 952-445-9797 Ice fish house, 6800 like new, 612-483-1467
Clam $250.
Infant toddler bouncer, rocker with calming vibration, $25. 952-2262236
Kitten, gray, male, friendly, playful, litter trained. $2. 952-4483047 Large mens clothing; suitcoat, shirts. Size 2XLT. Excellent, $200. 952-457-4335 Loveseat, dark green pattern. Good condition, $30. 952-445-9797 Massage table, with carry case, new. $200. 612-275-8699 Medela Breast Pump, original, like new. Double pumping, $150. 952226-2236 Men's, buckskin lined gloves, sz m, 3MThinsulate, new $10. 952447-4961
JD 111 lawnmower with bagger. 11hp bad trans $150. 952-445-9252
Metal entertainment center, 6 shelves, 6'Lx20-1/2"H, good condition, $15. 952-4474961
Kenwood, 10 disc, CD changer. $175. 952445-7537
Mickey Mouse slippers by Avon. Size 7, new. $17. 952-447-4318
Old St. Mick by Jim Shore, new, $25. 952447-4318 Original Oil 30"x40", "The Mystics", two white horses. $450. 952-2367545 Original Oil, "White Magic" 18"x24", two white horses, $300. 952-236-7545 Ortho walking boot. Men's 11 have 2 types $20. 952-201-9989 Outdoor patio furniture. Glass table and 4 chairs. $50. 612-2758699 Panimage 10.1' digital frame. 2500 images. Never used. $50. 651402-9109 Portable dishwasher, Whirlpool, like new, $195, 612-759-0570 Refrigerator, Haier, 18X18X18, works great. $40. 952-4457537 Sandals, size 7.5, Mootsier Tootsies, silver color, $20. 952- 226-2236
Samsonite carry 21" zip pockets, telescopic handle great, $10 612-6448377 Samsung SyncMaster923NW 19"w TFT, LCD monitor, $50. 952-8946580 after 4pm. Shelf, Sony, stereo 3CD, 5 speakers, cassette, radio, $20. 952448-3699 Skis boots bindings poles all good brand names, $400 612-6448377 Snowblower, AllisChalmer, 5hr, 24cut 2 speed, works great $200. 952-445-8707 Snowpants, youth sizes 3 pair size 14-18, $15. 952-201-9989 Solid oak, executive office desk, 72"x35". Excellent condition, $500. 612-599-3472 SS, Whirpool, over range microwave, fairly new, $125. cash 952201-2069
Stand mixer, Kitchen Aid white, 6qt, 525 watt, $100. 612-719-2065 Vtech Mobigo, with 3 games, perfect condition, $50, 952-447-2584 Washer and Dryer, Whirlpool. $50 for both. 952-836-5712 Wood burning fireplace with blower motor. $350. 952-426-8556 Jaguarb34@aol.com X-Country skis with poles. Youth sizes, 2 sets $40. 952-201-9989
Wooden doghouse large, heavy, 3 years old. Pickup $50. 952378-3622
Yamaha, portable keyboard. PSR225GM. Limited use, good condition, $50. 952-4706191 Youth snow pants Columbia lrg, Nike xlrg shell, $10. 952-2019989
Merry Christmas!!
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Cars
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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 Classic Cadillac Convertible. Low mileage. 8 cyl. 440 engine. Complete facts available by calling. 559-435-3751
2002 Dodge Intrepid SE 116K. Leather interior, 3.4, V6, runs great. $2100 call Jim @ 952447-2905
1972 rare triple black 'Cuda, with high compression 340 HP. 727 slapstick tranny. Posirearend, PS, bucket seats, Recession reduced!! $42,500. 612804-4074
1976 Chevy Nova hatchback, 305 AT, new tires & exhaust. Runs/ drives great, fun car to drive! $3,000/BO. 952447-8169
1994 Toyota Camry 163k miles, 4 cylinder, 4 door. Maroon, 30 + mpg, sunroof, new brakes, good condition. $2750. 952-466-2129
2009 Chev Cobalt LT. Purchased/ driven locally, like brand new, 21,000K. Black, Spoiler, PW, PL, Cruise, CD, non-smoker, more! $12,400. 952-215-5421
Trucks
2000 Jaguar XJR. Well maintained. $9700 Silver and black interior, 83,000 miles. Call 612655-6680
2008 Chevrolet Silverado, 1500 Ext Cab 4X4. $10,000. More at: daverub@att.net or call, text. 612-851-6728
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
1993 Ford Ranger XLT. 215M. New clutch/ battery, 4 cyl, 5 sp. $1,300. 952-426-5657, Lou
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Trucks
2000 Chevy Silverado 4x4, regular cab, long box, am, fm, cd. A/C electric locks, windows, good tires. 142,385 $4,700 612-237-9750
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
'10 Infiniti QX56, $35,000, Black Ext on Gray Leather, 5.6L V8, low mileage, pristine condition, loaded. 612486-2566
2002 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer 4x4, 5.4L V-8. Rear bucket seats, new motor. One owner. Great condition, very clean. $5,199. 612-5542405
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
Vans
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
Shovel Away the Winter Time Blues It’s a great time of year to start cleaning out things that you don’t need or want!
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living in ep FILE PHOTO BY LEAH SHAFFER
China is the leading foreign source of artificial Christmas trees.
Did you know?
PHOTO BY MARK W. OLSON
A street scene in the Fritz village.
Department 50-Fritz Couple make own town
The U.S. Census Bureau provided the following information for this holiday season by the numbers: $27.2 billion – Retail sales by the nation’s department stores (including leased departments) in December 2010. 14 percent – The percentage of total 2010 sales for department stores (including leased departments) in December. For jewelry stores, the percentage was 20 percent; 24 percent – The growth in inventories by our nation’s department stores (excluding leased departments) from Aug. 31 to Nov. 30, 2010. Thanks to the holiday crowds, inventories plummeted by 22 percent in December; 50 percent – Proportion of the nation’s spuds produced in Idaho and Washington in 2010. Potato latkes are always a crowd pleaser during Hanukkah. Source: U.S. Census Bureau
This date in EP history Dec. 19, 1910 – Kenwood ice house burns down at Riley Lake. Source: “Eden Prairie Book of Days” by Ernie Shuldheiss
BY MARK W. OLSON editor@chaskaherald.com
Turn back the page
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The Dec 24, 1981, issue of the Eden Prairie News reported that Gov. Al Quie’s talk to the Eden Prairie Chamber and Rotary Club focused on the economy.
evelers are pulling out carefully packaged tiny porcelain homes and assembling miniature Christmas villages throughout the United States. There’s the Ye Olde villages, and the East Coast villages, and “The Christmas Story” villages and, of course, the everpopular Department 56 villages. But Kathy and Urban Fritz, of Chaska, take it one step further. Kathy, a certified ceramics teacher, doesn’t purchase buildings. Instead she paints, and then fi res, buildings in one of her kilns. Urban, a retired Chaska barber, lovingly lays out his ceramicist wife’s buildings in a classic grid-pattern – the ultimate in Urban planning. “I just adore the work she does,” Urban said. In the center is the Fritz family’s rotating Christmas tree, packed with ornaments. Kathy works on about one miniature building a year. Now they’re up to 29 buildings, including houses, outhouses, a movie theater, and churches – both Protestant and Catholic. There’s even a tiny gazebo – a nod to Chaska’s City Square Park. Urban’s prompting resulted in a brewery and saloon (“but he doesn’t drink beer,” noted Kathy). Throughout the miniatures, meant to reflect an 1880s village, runs a periodappropriate Pennsylvania Railroad train. “There’s no modern vehicles,” said Kathy, pointing to a horsedrawn steam pumper in front of the ceramic fi re station. The growing collection recently required annexing another foot of living room floor, so Urban could add a subdivision to the 10-foot by 10-foot display. The village is a continu-
“The message was about money. Or lack thereof,” the story said. “The message was one Quie has repeated often: Minnesota’s financial problems can be blamed on a slumping national economy and the state’s history of overextended commitments,” the story continued.
Urban and Kathy Fritz have created their own Christmas village. Kathy paints and fires the buildings.
“Oh, Quie voiced his disfavor with a proposal for parimutuel betting in Minnesota and indicated that ‘there will be proposals coming’ in response to a rash of teachers’ strikes. But the message was economics and the crowd expected it. Even before the governor spoke, someone kidded that ‘raising money is easy’ – this after a net proceed of $10,489 from the Eden Prairie Foundation Ball was announced. “But Quie retorted by saying that raising money for the state coffers has, indeed, not been easy.” Source: Eden Prairie News archives
FILE PHOTO BY KARLA WENNERSTROM
Visit Star Bank on Dec. 23 for a blood drive.
Dates to remember Blood Drive – 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 23, at Star Bank, 250 Prairie Center Drive. Rock on Ice – 5:30-7:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 15, Round Lake Park Ice Rink. A choir sings in front of the Presbyterian Church. ation of a family tradition – Urban’s mother assembled a papier-mâché Christmas village every year. And the elaborate display is a long way from the Fritz’s fi rst Christmas tree.
Sixty years and eight children ago, when they were fi rst married, Urban served in the Navy. Back then, they sufficed with a small plastic tree with gumdrops decorating the branches.
If you want to see the village (it will be up through late January), give the Fritz’s a call at (952) 4482148. They’re open for appointments.
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Family Pizza and BINGO Night – 6-8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 20, Eden Prairie Community Center. Father and Daughter Sweetheart Dance – 5-7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4, The Garden Room, Eden Prairie City Center, 8080 Mitchell Road. For more information, see the Let’s Go! Calendar on page 14.