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AMERICAN ‘This is finally happening’ After 40 years, development to begin at Spring Lake Regional Park BY SHANNON FIECKE sfiecke@swpub.com

Since the late 1960s, Scott County has held land between Upper Prior Lake and Spring Lake for a future regional park. Other than old foot paths and modern trails grazed by a snowmobile club, the land has lay fallow and largely unused by the public. Purchased to provide habitat, protect natural resources and enhance outdoor recreational opportunities, the development of Spring Lake Regional Park has waited as future county boards focused on acquiring park land first throughout the county. Now, six years after a master plan was created to guide development of the park, the county finally has the dollars to allow general public use, thanks to state Legacy constitutional

amendment funds. “This is finally happening after 40 years,” said Scott County Parks Manager Mark Themig. This summer, the county plans to construct the first phase of the park: a 3-mile paved trail network, off-leash dog area and parking/restrooms. It will also undertake natural resource restoration activities, like buckthorn removal. In addition, County Road 81/Howard Lake Road will be removed from County Road 12 north but remain in place from County Road 82 to serve residents on the northwest side of the park and access a parking area within the park. The estimated cost for initial development is $1.3 million, which includes design, construction and administration. Residents are invited to review the

Credit River voters go to polls Tuesday Kraft faces challenge from Schumacher while Schommer runs unopposed BY LORI CARLSON editor@plamerican.com

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Work on the fi rst phase of a park-development plan will begin this summer at Spring Lake Regional Park. plans and provide feedback at an open house 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, March 15 at Prior Lake City Hall, 4646 Dakota St. Following the meeting, the design

will be presented to the Prior Lake Parks Advisory Committee.

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Credit River Township residents will have a chance to elect two town supervisors on Tuesday, March 13. Supervisor Leroy Schommer is running unopposed on the bal lot for one seat. Also, Supervisor Tom Kraft faces a ch a l len ge f rom R ich a r d S chu macher, who was defeated one year ago when he challenged i nc u mb ent B r ent Lawrence. S chom mer i s a longtime town board supervisor. His major responsibilities on the board include environmental and culvert issues, street sweeping and driving inspections. Kraft, whose primary roles include summer roads and t ow n h a l l i s s u e s among others, was first elected in 2008.

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Actors recreate the famous bottle dance scene during rehearsal for the Prior Lake Players’ production of “Fiddler on the Roof.” The show will debut at 7 p.m. Friday, March 16 in the auditorium at Twin Oaks Middle School.

‘Fiddler’ comes to Prior Lake BY MERYN FLUKER mfluker@swpub.com

Almost five decades have passed since “Fiddler on the Roof” opened on Broadway, but that hasn’t erased the musical’s imprint on the brains of many. “Most people, when you say we’re doing ‘Fiddler on the Roof,’ they either start singing ‘If I Were a Rich Man’ or ‘Matchmaker,’” says Francie Madden of Lakeville. With their respective covers “Sunrise Sunset” and “If I Were a Rich Girl,” indie band Bright Eyes and No Doubt frontwoman Gwen Stefani have also kept the music of “Fiddler” in the ears of many. Now the Prior

Lake Players are doing their part to keep “Fiddler” relevant. Madden and Karen Welch are directing the Players’ production of “Fiddler on the Roof,” set to debut at 7 p.m. Friday, March 16 in the auditorium at Twin Oaks Middle School, 15860 Fish Point Road, Prior Lake. The show runs on weekends through Saturday, March 31 and tickets are $14 for adults, $10 for students and seniors and $ 8 for children age 12 and under. This spring’s staging of “Fiddler” marks its second run in the Players’ almost 40-year history. Co-director Welch, who was raised by two of the Players’ founding members in Prior Lake but now lives in Shakopee, was a

“I want them to be singing ‘If I Were a Rich Man’ for three days afterwards.” Francie Madden Co-director, “Fiddler on the Roof”

member of the chorus during the community theater’s first stab at presenting the show. During a performance, her dance partner dramatically threw her off the stage midnumber

U.S. marshals arrest suspect in daytime burglaries BY ALEX HALL ahall@swpub.com

If You Go What: The Prior Lake Players present “Fiddler on the Roof” When: 7 p.m. Fridays, March 16, 23 and 30; Saturdays, March 17, 24 and 31; 2 p.m. Sunday, March 25 Where: Auditorium, Twin Oaks Middle School, 15860 Fish Point Road, Prior Lake Cost: $14 for adults, $10 for students and adults age 65 and older and $8 for children age 12 and under

A man suspected of burglarizing several homes on the north side of Prior Lake over the past month was arrested by U.S. marshals last week with the assistance of the Prior Lake Police Department. In addition to the burglaries, the man was wanted on a federal warrant out of Alaska for illegally trafficking opiates. Investigative work by Prior Lake Detective Darcy White aided marshals in tracking down the suspect.

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Outstanding winter photos “I prefer winter and fall, when you feel the bone structure of the landscape …” wrote Andrew Wyeth, the 20th century American artist. Indeed, our leafless surroundings and the other changes that come with winter offer their own special allure. So, we’re interested in seeing your winter photos. Sure, it’s been a mostly brown winter, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t some good seasonal photos to be had. We’re looking for frosted landscape photos, pictures of families building snowmen or snow forts, and images of children playing on the ice or in the (few inches of) snow. Use your imagination and show us how much winter fun there can be in the southwest metro area. Share your best winter photo with Prior Lake American readers. Send your picture – in .jpg format, at least 3 MB in file size – to Editor Lori Carlson, editor@plamerican.com, before noon on Friday, March 16. Include your name and city of residence. We’ll run some reader photos online at plamerican.com and some in the March 24 American print edition. E-MAIL: editor@plamerican.com

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Last week star ted and ended mild, but a brief cooldow n over t he we ekend brought a c ouple o f ra re — for t h i s w i nt er — days with b elow- ave r age temperaJonathan tures. Cohen S t i l l , t he week was 6 degrees above average. The week started with a little light snow and ended with a little light rain but, once again, it was much drier than average. The very warm weather on March 5 and into March 6 reduced our modest snow cover back to a trace. Looking back at February, it was yet another warmerthan-average month, the eighth one in a row. The me a n wa s 2 6 .1 de g r e e s , which was more than 10 degrees above the longterm

average and 6.6 degrees above my mean. The extremes were rather modest as the high was 43 degrees, reached on Feb. 19 and 20, while the low was 2 degrees below zero on Feb. 11. Precipitation was 1.75 inches, which was double both my average and the longterm average. Of course, 80 percent of that fell in the big storm on the final two days of the month. This was the first month with above-average precipitation since last July. Snowfall, on the other hand, was only 6.4 inches — which was 3.8 inches below my aver-

age and 1.4 inches below the longterm mean. The outlook is for a brief cool-down with a little light snow. By the weekend, temperatures should be back to well above average, which has now reached the mid 30s, and there is a chance of showers. Then it should turn even warmer by early next week, with the first 60-degree readings of the year likely. Precipitation should remain well below average. By Jonathan Cohen, Prior Lake observer for the Scott County Soil and Water Conservation District

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Lake, as well as training as an Army medic and previous work as an executive manager in the Silicon Valley. “Together, we can run state government more responsibly and can remove the tyrannical yoke of federally unfunded mandates like Obamacare,” Myser st ates. “Issues li ke sma l ler gover nment, more transparency, adherence to our Constitution, being a watchdog for people’s rights, ensuring respect for life and personal responsibility are the criteria I will use to make effective decisions on your behalf as your state representative.” Lawrence, a candidate before the new districts were k now n, decided t his week against a run for the new 55B. Lawrence, who is a realtor and auctioneer, said Thursday he reversed his earlier plans so he can focus his time and energy on local and regional issues. “A f t e r c on fe r r i n g w it h trusted advisers and giving

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it serious consideration, I’ve decided not to run ... there is much more we can accomplish by bringing townships, cities, the county, and even our school districts and tribal community together,” he said. Lawrence outlined some of his hopes for local and regional issues: Economies of scale gained through even more sharing of services and resources; more business growth south of the river, so fewer people have to cross the river to go to work, better roads, bridges and public transportation for those who must cross the river; and thoughtful residential and community expansion that still preserves the lifestyle of townships and rural communities. In 2010, Republican U.S. Rep. John Kline carried 65 percent or more of the vote in each precinct that makes up the new 55B. This is also why the internal GOP battle for the House seat may prove highly contested.

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A Prior Lake man drew the ire of police last Saturday after a party he was hosting allegedly involved minors consuming alcohol, and when police asked to come inside the house, the man forced them to obtain a warrant. According to Prior Lake Police Lt. Randy Hofstad, police were called to a home in the 4700 block of Partridge Court for a loud party with minors possibly consuming alcohol. Officers saw many cars parked near the home, and one officer went to the back of the home and saw alcohol and signs of underage alcohol consumption. However, when an officer asked the homeowner, a 52-year-old Prior Lake man, if anyone underage was drinking, he said no. Police asked the man if they could come in, and the man told them they could not. An officer told the man that police pulled over a 17-year-old Prior Lake girl who was under the influence of alcohol, and that she and her

17-year-old passenger both admitted to drinking alcohol at the party. Another vehicle was pulled over near Mystic Lake Casino, and two 17-year-old girls in that vehicle admitted to drinking at the party. One of the girls was so intoxicated that she had to be transported to the hospital. An officer told the man that if he did not let police inside, they would obtain a warrant to enter the house. The man told police to “bring the warrant.” Officers watched the house while a warrant was obtained. Officers executed the warrant to enter the house and subsequently found several minors under the influence of alcohol. The man and his wife, age 45, were cited for violating the social host ordinance. Typically, social host citations are misdemeanors. Seven 18-year-olds from Prior Lake and Savage, including the couple’s son, were cited for underage consumption of alcohol and six 17-year-olds from Prior Lake and Savage were cited for underage consumption of alcohol.

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John Myser, a business consultant from Prior Lake, has announced he will run as a Republican in the new state House District 55B that includes Prior Lake, Jordan and the townships from St. Lawrence to Credit River. Meanwhile, Credit River Township Chairman Brent Lawrence is dropping his bid for state House, leaving no one in his place who has announced plans to seek the DFL endorsement at the March 17 DF L convention. Additionally, no Democrats have announced endorsement bids to run against Republican state Sen. Claire Robling of rural Jordan. Myser, the brother of Prior Lake Mayor Mike Myser, will join Prior Lake-Savage School Board member Eric Pratt and Spring Lake Township financial advisor Tony Albright in the fight for the Republican endorsement. Although the Scott County GOP holds a convention today in Shakopee, it will endorse legislative candidates at a future meeting. Today’s convention starts at 9 a.m. at Shakopee Senior High School, 100 17th Avenue W., and will include the selection of delegates to congressional and state conventions. The public can attend and meet the House candidates. In announcing his candidacy, Myser cites his past decade of civic involvement in Prior

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ELECTION continued from A1

Now semi-retired, Schumacher worked for 35 years for the state of Minnesota, in an approval agency for veterans’ education and training. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Credit River Town Hall, 18985 Meadow View Blvd. ANNUAL MEETINGS Also on Tuesday, Credit River

BURGLARIES continued from A1

The man was arrested in the parking lot of a Burnsville apartment complex he was staying in with an acquaintance. The man, a 41-year-old whose last listed address is in Juneau, Alaska, is in federal custody in Sherburne County Jail. Police said charges against the man in relation to the Prior Lake burglaries, as well as burglaries in Savage, Plymouth and Fridley, are forthcoming. Deputy Thomas Volk of the U.S. marshals said that if the man isn’t charged soon for the metro -area burglaries,

residents will gather at 8:30 p.m. at Legends Golf Club, 8670 Credit River Blvd., to conduct their annual meeting. The meeting allows residents to have a voice (and votes) in setting the direction for the coming year on budgets, roads and other issues. Spring Lake Township elects board members in the fall, but it also has an annual meeting this Tuesday, March 13 at 7 p.m. at Spring Lake Town Hall, 20381 Fairlawn Ave., Prior Lake.

he could be transported back to Alaska to face the federal drug trafficking charges. Local jurisdictions, such as Scott and Hennepin counties, would then issue a warrant for the suspect’s arrest, and the man could be transported back to Minnesota to face charges in relation to the burglaries. Police said several items that were taken in the burglaries have since been recovered from pawn shops, including two televisions taken from the burglary in Savage. In the burglaries, which took place in the daytime, the front doors of residences were forced open, and once inside, the suspect opened the homes’

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garage doors and parked a vehicle inside. Witnesses have said that at the time of the burglaries, they saw a man walking up to the homes’ front doors, then ringing the doorbell and knocking prior to kicking in the doors. Witnesses said the vehicle they saw the man using was a dark-colored, two-door vehicle. Witnesses described it as being very dirty, with dirty license plates and only one working taillight. Police said a vehicle and other evidence was seized upon the suspect’s arrest. More information on the case will be provided once a criminal complaint is made available.

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Staff, students earn remarkable honors Awards and recognitions are always valued in any organization, and that is certainly true in our school district. Awards or not, I am continually impressed by the ongoing creative and progressive nature of our Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools staff; an award is simply the icing on the cake. As a result, I feel the need to brag a bit about our accomplishments because since the first of the year, our staff and students have really been earning some remarkable awards in multiple ways. Four Prior Lake High School seniors are among the few in Minnesota to earn the prestigious Minneapolis College of Art and Design Gold and Silver Key Awards. Congratulations to Eric Ambroz, Catherine Cates, Bree Lindsoe and Jenna Preslicka along with Honorable Mention winners Mason Lytle and Jaak Jensen. These students are led by art teachers Kristi Malmgren, Greg Euclide and Steve Showalter. Our PLHS swimming and diving team led by Justin Haycraft, Katie Haycraft and Joe Bollinger has just completed its best season ever with a ninth-place finish at the state tournament. One highlight of the tournament included a secondplace finish by Kyle Robrock in the 100-yard backstroke and third-place finish in the 100-yard freestyle. Our Laker wrestling team went to the state tournament for the fourth time since 2006 and took third place. Coach Joe Block was named AAA Wrestling Coach of the Year for the second year in a row. This is another award-winning year for our robotics club. All three high school junior varsity robotics teams advanced to the elimination rounds in the recent Minnesota Snow Drift FIRST Tech Challenge Championship Tournament. Team 4509 was on the winning alliance taking home the championship trophy. The girls’ team, ICE, won the Motivate Award for the third year in a row. The teams are led by Joe Passofaro. Bridges ALC teachers Sarah Osojnicki, Melissa Olson, Peter Hartman, Ben Huhner and Andy Martin received a Star of the North Award from Congressman John Kline for organizing the service learning project Adopt a Hero. Students raised $400 to buy portable DVD players and supplies for soldiers in a combat hospital in Afghanistan. Another Star of the North winner is Kids’ Company site leader Kevin Humbert for getting students involved in a service learning project to benefit Ella’s Halo, a nonprofit helping families of children born prematurely. Students advertised a drive to collect books and disposable cameras for families whose children are in the neonatal intensive-care units. Students also made blankets for the infants.

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Our middle and elementary schools are also receiving accolades. Five middle school students have been accepted into the Minnesota Band Directors Association Honor Band Program where students will have the opportunity to work with some of the finest music educators in Minnesota. Congratulations Emily Baer, Braden Wojahn, Nora Straquadine, Nicole Bellis and Alyssa Beck along with teachers Brian Melody and Dagan Hanson. Glendale first-grade teacher Tom Deris is the only Minnesota teacher selected by Google to attend the Google Teacher Academy in London this April. The academy is a free professional development opportunity where some of the latest innovative technologies in education are presented to teachers along with resources to share with colleagues. Just last week, Grainwood students were awarded $1,000 for being the top recycling school in Minnesota. Grainwood was recognized by Nestle and the National Keep America Beautiful campaign for the most recycled material per person. Five Hawks earned Energy Star status from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for its ability to maintain superior energy performance. Community Education Director Leanne Weyrauch, along with teachers LeAnn Weikle, Sara Aker and environmental education coordinator Cara Rieckenberg, received an award last month for the Camp Eco-Adventure program from the Minnesota Community Education Association. This camp has served 544 youth who learn conservation skills and an appreciation for our natural surroundings. And the awards keep coming. It is with great respect that I commend the variety of outstanding work of our students and staff. There are so many other accomplishments to be listed. This is just a sampling of the recognitions and awards our students and staff received so far in 2012. At the district, school and student level, we are all very proud to be Lakers. Sue Ann Gruver is the superintendent of the Prior Lake/ Savage Area School District. She can be reached at (952) 226-0000 or sgruver@priorlake-savage.k12. mn.us.

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The horrors of heroin

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Beauty and bravado. Deception and destruction. All words to describe the life of Jessie, a 23-year-old with a full and promising life ahead. Another word, “live,” is inscribed on her bedroom wall. However, “live” is not something Jessie would be able to do beyond January 2011. A series of decisions led this young woman down a path that ended in an untimely death. The medical examiner suspected it was either the first time or one of the first times Jessie had used heroin, the drug on which she accidentally overdosed. This is not some random story I read about; Jessie was my husband’s niece from Wisconsin. The pain the family has had to bear is beyond belief. I suspect that in Jessie’s case, alcohol was the key that opened the door to other substance abuse, first to pain killers like oxycodone, then heroin. American society glorifies the social use of alcohol. Consider the vast number of television and print advertisements continually being put in front of us. Without even giving thought to choosing a life without alcohol, many people early on begin to adopt an attitude of “needing a drink” to get through a tough day, a reward for a hard week on the job, or a way to party on the weekends. Why does society need mind-altering substances to enjoy themselves? It becomes easy to see how someone with addictive tendencies can make the jump from socially accepted substances to more powerful, deadly ones in search of a higher high. The recent headline article in the Prior Lake American again made me reflect on Jessie’s circumstance and what we as parents, grandparents, siblings, friends and the like can do to avoid these kinds of unnecessary tragedies. We may not be able to control the actions of our loved ones. However, we do have the ability to be a strong influence and set the best example possible to lead those we love by the choices we make in our own lives. A person may be able to handle their own vices, but we never know who is looking up to us who cannot. Do we want to be a stumbling block for our family, or a light to guide the way? Start today, start now. Forgiving and forgetting the past is crucial, coupled with striving towards a life worthy of being exemplified. Begin to question what the masses do, and think and act for yourself. We do not have to be victims of deception. Decide to follow after a higher purpose than the mere momentary pleasures this world has to offer. You may save a life.

Scott County has had a history of excellent government under the capable administrative leadership of Gary Shelton and a strong team of administrators and officials. The election of Commissioners Joseph Wagner and Dave Menden raises questions about the professionalism of the [board] and their ability to focus on important issues of the day. Here is the letter that I shared with the board on March 6: “The board and county sta f f operate under an organization vision — ‘Where individuals, families and business thrive,’ as well as the county’s mission statement, ‘to advance safe, health and livable communities through citizen-focused services.’ Scott County is populated by individuals and families who are busy and productive, and are raising families with a sense of values, hard work and civic engagement. We expect our money to be spent wisely, our leaders to address the serious issues of the day — mortgage foreclosures, people who are out of work or under-employed, single moms struggling with two or three parttime jobs, families without enough to eat or shelter at night. At the organizational meeting, Wagner introduced a motion seconded by Menden to bypass tradition and have Commissioner Tom Wolf serve an additional term as chair. Later, Wagner mentioned he was unaware that Commissioner Barbara Marschall had accepted a full-time job and for that reason was deviating from the agreement reached during the board planning workshop to have her serve as vice chair. He made a motion, seconded by Menden, to nominate Commissioner Jon Ulrich as vice chair. For any woman who has worked inside or outside the home, where the daily challenges of raising kids, feeding a family, attending to the issues faced by single, married or retired women, this comment raises serious concern about the value Wagner and Menden place on the contributions made by more than half of the human beings in Scott County and on the planet. Later, Wagner moved, seconded by Menden, to terminate the employment of Shelton, a highly regarded and effective person who has the strong support of individuals throughout the region and state. In September 2011, this board unanimously voted to rate Shelton as “exceeds expectations,” yet Wagner and Menden proposed a course of action that is unprofessional and would be emotionally exhaustive and financially costly, with ramifications that would ripple throughout the state and beyond. I call on Wagner and Menden to apologize in writing to all the women

Jill Novitzke Prior Lake

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of Scott County, and to all citizens who believe that government should be about the consideration and resolution of serious issues we all face. After that is done, this commission should redouble efforts to address the needs of all people who live in Scott County. There will be a hearing on March 20, to hear a complaint against Shelton. If you have received excellent services from Scott County, or from Gary, or if you’re interested in learning more about how your government operates at the county level, please meet at 8:30 a.m. in front of the Scott County Government Center, 200 Fourth St., Shakopee, or at 9 a.m. in the commissioners’ chambers. All participants will need to be respectful of the process.

Lloyd Erbaugh Prior Lake

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A few words about injustice In our current political, economic and social climate we might do well to remember the words of French writer, politician and economist Frederic Bastiat: “When plunder becomes a way of life for a group of men living in society, they create for themselves, in the course of time, a legal system that authorizes it and a moral code that glorifies it.” The above words, when combined with the research of Harvard sociologist and scholar Barrington Moore Jr.’s book on social, economic and political change, “Injustice: The Social Bases of Obedience and Revolt,” can be summarized as follows: When political, social and economic circumstances become intolerable, they do not usually improve, only worsen, due to a lack of the critical change actors who are usually absent even under the most horrible conditions. When asked why there are so few, if any, such change actors despite the years of yearning for such actors in many societies, an old sage replied simply, “There’s no money in it!”

Arthur E. Yeske Prior Lake

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District will miss Beard State Rep. Mike Beard will be sincerely missed in the new congressional district 55B. For the five years I’ve lived in Prior Lake, Beard has been a steady, intelligent influence and a calm, well-spoken voice representing the people of Shakopee and Prior Lake. Shakopee will retain this exceptional representative, and I hope they re-elect him in the future.

Theodore Sands Prior Lake

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Running with the wolf pack I inadvertently saved the life of a coyote today. I know that sounds a bit strange. However, if you knew me, it might not sound so strange. As a naturalist and wildlife photographer, I tend to get into some very interesting situations. This week I have returned to Yellowstone National Park for a second winter adventure. As always, the landscape photography opportunities are amazing, but I am here for the wildlife, in particular the wolves. With this in mind, my photo partner and I located a bison kill that a pack of wolves had made several days before. Figuring this was our best opportunity to get close enough to the wolves to get some images, we decided to concentrate our efforts at this location. Every morning we would arrive at the break of day and begin the long process of waiting for something to happen. Sure, the wolves were there, but they were too far away and the falling snow was making obtaining quality images very difficult. Nonetheless, we stayed put. In the morning of the third day, while large, fluffy snowflakes filled the air, all 10 members of the pack got up and walked off single file, down the river bottom deep into the valley and well out of sight. Of course we were disappointed in this development, but since there was nothing we could do, we

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because his pants were falling off. Despite that experience, which Welch laughs about now, she was eager to bring “Fiddler” back to Prior Lake. “My dad never got to play Tevye and he really wanted to,” Welch says, her eyes beginning to tear up. “He passed away in 2000, and so it’s always been in the back of my mind. I’m doing it for him.” Tevye is the show’s lead, the father of five daughters, a poor milkman living in a predominately Jewish village in Russia at the turn of the 20th century. “Fiddler” focuses on Tevye and his family, including his wife Golde, as they struggle with changing times and the waxing influence of anti-Semitism. Though the show deals with heavy historical and emotional themes, it’s filled with humor, heart and plenty of dancing. Welch has directed a number of shows for the Players, including “Mame,” “The Music Man” and “Oliver,” all of which featured the involvement of her now co-director Madden, who initially approached Welch two years ago with the idea that they should helm a production as a duo. “F ra ncie c a l led me a nd wanted to direct a different show, ‘Once Upon a Mattress,’” Welch recalls. She declined because the offer came on the heels of a family vacation. They reconnected and Welch attended a performance of “Once Upon a Mattress,” which drove her to tell Madden that she’d happily direct a production with her, just not that production. “I said, ‘No, Francie, I don’t

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just waited. We spent the rest of the day looking around for other wolves, returning back to the bison kill around 3 p.m. A coyote had moved in on the kill since the wolves were absent. I am sure the coyote was happy to get a free meal courtesy of its larger cousin. It fed for several hours. Around 4 p.m. we could see 10 dark dots way out in the valley, moving closer. It was the pack returning. We quickly set up our camera gear anticipating their return. Unfortunately for the coyote, he couldn’t see the returning wolves from his vantage point. Knowing the rivalry between wolves and coyotes, we knew this could be a very interesting encounter. The wolves dropped into the river valley and thus out of sight as they returned to their rightful kill. Suddenly the wolves popped up near the bison kill and caught the coyote red-handed. At first

want to put that play on,’” Welch laughs. Instead, she finally got her chance to direct “Fiddler.” Welch didn’t have to try too hard to get Madden on board. Madden had acted as a townsperson in a high school production of the musical, and it was love at first read. “I had two lines, but I memorized everyone else’s lines and all the songs because I loved the show so much,” Madden remembers. Her lines? “Shandel, Shandel, where are you going?” Madden delivers dramatically. Megan Mulder of Shakopee, who plays Grandma Tzeitel — a pivotal character during the show’s famous dream scene — also had a memorable experience performing as a chorus member in her high school’s production of “Fiddler.” “I fell off the stage,” she laughs. “I hope that doesn’t happen again.” Mulder is also a longtime lover of the show, a trait common to many people involved with the Players’ production. “I think a lot of people think of ‘Fiddler’ as their favorite,” Madden says. Staging such a well-known and beloved show, one that has won 11 Tony Awards and been adapted into a three-time A c a d e my Aw a r d -w i n n i n g f i l m , h a s pr e s ent e d s ome concrete challenges for the directors. “One thing I truly believe is that you don’t try to copy a movie,” Madden says. “You’re never going to measure up.” Instead of trying to mimic what worked in the celluloid version, she and Welch have made conscious “directoral decisions” to distinguish the

the coyote laid flat down in the snow and flattened its ears, hoping he would go unnoticed. However, these are wolves he was hiding from, not some near-sighted nonpredator. The wolves spotted him right away. Knowing he was spotted, the coyote sprung up to flee. What I found amazing right away was the coyote didn’t run off to the right or left but instead turned and started running directly toward us without hesitation. All 10 wolves started in hot pursuit. Five of the wolves in one line charged after the coyote, which meant they were running right at us. I thought this was incredible and I couldn’t believe our good luck. The coyote ran directly up to us, passing by to our right, and then did something amazing. He laid down about 20 feet behind us and curled up into a ball as if to say, “tell the wolves I am not here.” The wolves wanted to get the coyote so badly they quickly surrounded us, keeping back about 50 to 70 feet. This left us and the coyote completely surrounded by about five or six wolves. Again, I thought that I couldn’t believe our luck. I was capturing one amazing image after another of wild wolves at point-blank range. This is a wildlife photographer’s dream come true. I also realized that we were being used by the coyote for

protection. Somehow the coyote knew that if he got close enough to us and laid down, the wolves wouldn’t come any closer, and you know what? He was right. The standoff lasted only about five or six minutes before the coyote got up. It moved closer to us, drawing all the wolves over to our right side. Once all the wolves were concentrated on one side, the coyote ran right in front of us to the opposite side and then really put on the speed, leaving the wolves and us behind. The wolves watched as the coyote ran away as fast as it could. The looks on the wolves’ faces said it all: “OK, you’ll get away this time, Mr. Coyote, but you won’t be so lucky next time.” About four of the wolves trotted up the mountainside while the remaining five or six returned to the kill. Shortly after visiting the kill, the remaining wolves gathered together and started to howl, allowing us to capture some amazing images. All total, the event lasted about 15 or 20 minutes and I shot nearly 900 images. This was an encounter that will be burned into my memory forever. Until next time... Stan Tekiela is an author/ naturalist and wildlife photographer from Victoria who travels the United States to study and photograph wildlife. He can be followed on twitter and facebook. He can also be found at www.naturesmart.com.

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Maria Cofrancesco of Lakeville (right) sings during a rehearsal of “Fiddler on the Roof” at Twin Oaks Middle School. Cofrancesco plays Tevye’s wife Golde, and this scene recounts one of her husband’s dreams. Players’ version. “I really try to make it not copy the movie, whether it’s not casting the person who looks most like the person from the movie, or the orchestra, or the staging of a scene,” Madden says. “You can change how people say the lines or the inf lection. Karen and I have worked very hard on that.” Madden and Welch share a common goal when it comes to what they hope their audiences get from seeing “Fiddler.” “I want them to be singing ‘If I Were a Rich Man’ for three days a f ter wa rds,” Madden says. “I think people will come out humming one of the songs,”

says Welch. Both Madden and Welch heaped praise on their 43-person cast. Welch, for whom this is an emotional show, has demonstrated her approval in a different way — particularly during a climactic song between her 19-year-old daughter Caitlin, who plays Tevye’s daughter Hodel, and her stage father, played by Bi l l Hermann. “How many tears you make me have is how well you’re doing,” Welch says of her direction during that song, which she says makes her cry each time her daughter sings it. “It’s very poignant,” Mulder says.

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Redtail Ridge goes Green(Sneakers) Students save shoes from landfills BY MERYN FLUKER mfluker@swpub.com

A group of 20 students at Redtail Ridge Elementary School wants you. Well, actually, they want your tennis shoes. No, seriously. The Savage school’s Junior Naturalists are heading up a drive to collect pairs of used sneakers — hikingstyle tennis shoes are also acceptable — through GreenSneakers’ second annual EcoChallenge for Education. Through the nonprofit organization Crown Ministry Group, GreenSneakers takes donated shoes and provides them to people in need throughout the world. If pairs are in toopoor shape, GreenSneakers allows them to be recycled.

Redtail Ridge is competing against schools across the state and the nation to receive the largest amount of donated footwear. Schools will receive 50 cents per pound of shoes. Sara Aker, a fifth-grade teacher and adviser to Redtail Ridge’s Junior Naturalists, brought the idea to her students after Environmental Education Coordinator Cara Rieckenberg mentioned the opportunity during a meeting. “I thought it was a really good idea because people don’t have enough money to afford [shoes] and it would help our school,” says third-grader Carson Brandt of Savage, a Junior Naturalist at Redtail Ridge. The elementary environmentalists kicked off the drive on Monday, Feb. 27 and will collect shoes through Wednesday, April 18. “I was going to leave it up to them because they’re hauling the sneakers all over school and they’re tying the laces,” Aker says. “They

To Help The Redtail Ridge Elementary School Junior Naturalists are collecting used sneakers and hiking shoes of all sizes and for all ages through Wednesday, April 18. Donors can drop off their footwear in a bin at the school, 15200 Hampshire Ave., Savage. jumped right on board.” Not only have the Junior Naturalists emptied the shoe receptacles that dot the pods at Redtail Ridge, they tie the shoes together to make sure they stay paired. In addition, the students wrote and performed a skit to encourage their peers to donate their used footwear to the cause and even created a Power Point presentation for teachers to show their classes. Their diligence seems to be paying off. As of Wednesday morning, nine days after the drive began, the Junior

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Members of Redtail Ridge Elementary School’s Junior Naturalists pose with a few bags of the 106 pounds of sneakers they’ve already collected as part of GreenSneakers’ EcoChallenge for Education. From left are fourth-grader Lily Dee, fi fth-grader Dan Gerdes, third-grader John Roess, fourth-grader Ellen Gandrud, third-grader Carson Brandt and fi fth-grader Madeline Roess. Naturalists have collected 106 pounds of donated footwear. “I don’t think we’d have 106 pounds if these kids weren’t excited about it,” Aker says. The Junior Naturalists are as excited, if not more, about their peers’ philanthropy than earning money for their

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On Jan. 5, 1931, Lambert C. and Anna M. (van Helvoirt) Verhoeven welcomed a son, John Lambert Verhoeven. The younger of two children, John spent most of his years in Minneapolis, speed skating, fishing, hunting and helping his Dad in the shoe store. He enjoyed raising and training Homing Pigeons, German Shepherds and Golden Retrievers. Graduating from Roosevelt High School in 1951 and already enlisted in the United States Army Reserves, John then proudly served in the Korean War as a lineman for almost five years. On Sept. 16, 1955, John married Dolores Ruth Dindinger at St Helena’s Catholic Church in Minneapolis. Blessed with four children, together they enjoyed camping, traveling and drive-in movies. They also loved fishing, hunting, riding snowmobiles and four wheelers. For most of John’s career was spent as a tool and die maker. He was involved in the Prior Lake Snowmobile Association, Scott County Snow Trails and the Prior Lake V.F.W. A resident of Elko, John, 81, passed away in the presence of his family in the evening hours of Sunday, March 4, 2012 at the Belle Plaine Lutheran Home in Belle Plaine. Forever loved, John will be deeply missed by his children, Tim (LuVerne) Verhoeven of New Prague, Theresa (Gary) Wenzel of Prior Lake, Mark (Cathy) Verhoeven of New Prague; grandchildren, Anna Wenzel, John III, Michael, Matthew, Tony and Kaylee Verhoeven; greatgrandson, Tegan Wenzel; sister, Ann Backer of Richfield; nieces, nephew, other loving relatives and friends. John is preceded in death by his wife, Dolores; son, John Jr.; granddaughter, Nicki Verhoeven; brother-in-law, Robert Backer. Pall bearers for John will be his grandchildren and greatgrandson. Visitation will be on Sunday, March 11 from 4-7 p.m., at Ballard-Sunder Funeral Home 4565 Pleasant St SE, Prior Lake and one hour prior to the Mass at church. The Mass of Christian Burial will be on Monday, March 12 at 11 a.m., at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, 24425 Old Hwy 13 Blvd, Jordan, with the Prior Lake V.F.W. Honor Guard being present. Father Orlando Tatel will officiate. John will be laid to rest at Fort Snelling National Cemetery, with full military honors provided by the Fort Snelling National Cemetery Volunteer Rifle Squad. The Verhoeven family is served with honor, care and compassion by Ballard-Sunder Funeral Home, Prior Lake Chapel.

Roger Betts, 44, passed away Thursday, March 1, 2012. Born Oct. 25, 1969. Roger was loved dearly by his mother Judy Betts; brother, Rudy Ybarra, sisters, Tammy Ybarra, Maria Peters, father Roger Betts Sr; daughter Hannah Betts, nephews; David Berg and Michael Anderson, niece; Shauna Ybarra, aunts; Linda Bright, Debbie Bright, uncles; Bobby Anderson, Laurel (W) and many cousins. There will be a Celebration of Life at Nieson's Sports bar, Saturday Mar. 10, 1 p.m. 4851 W 123rd St, Savage.

Gerald “Jerry” Ceminsky, 75 of rural Le Sueur and Henderson, died Saturday, March 3, 2012 at Mankato Hospital, Mayo Health System. Funeral will be Thursday, March 8, at 11 a.m. at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in Henderson. Visitation was Wednesday, March 7, from 4-8 p.m. at the Kolden Funeral Home in Henderson and one hour prior to the services at the church. Interment will be in Brown Cemetery in Henderson. The Rev. Briget Stevens will officiate the services. Gerald was born Dec. 5, 1936, to Harry and Marcella (Mager) Ceminsky in Faribault. He grew up in the Lexington Township area of Le Sueur County, attending rural schools and later, Le Center schools. After his father’s death at the age of 15, his family moved to Le Sueur. He worked for various farmers in the Le Sueur County area followed by a time at Kasota Stone in Kasota. He married Margaret Brandt May 5, 1956 at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in Henderson. Gerald worked for Teeter Plumbing & Heating in LeSueur before he and Bert Karels started their own plumbing business in Henderson, Bert & Jerry’s Plumbing. Jerry entered the United States Army in 1960 and was stationed at Ft. Knox, KY. Following his return from the service he began a 38 year career at Anchor Glass in Shakopee, where he retired as the Plant Maintenance Engineer. He was quite active over the years on the Sibley County Fair Board and in his retirement years, president of the Wahtomin Shores Property Owners Association, on Lake Ida near Alexandria, MN. He also enjoyed wintering at Cape Coral, FL. Memorials are preferred. He is survived by his wife, Margaret; siblings, Sharon (Don) Hefner of Frost, MN Ronald (Connie) Ceminsky of Prior Lake, Linda (McDunn) of St. Cloud, Edward (Deb) Miller of Le Sueur, Robert (Barbara) Miller of Henderson; nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents; step-father, and brother, George Ceminsky. Kolden Funeral Home in Henderson provided arrangements.

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Alex Trofim Alex Trofim, 26, of Savage, died Feb. 28, 2012, in Cancun, Mexico. Alex was born in the Ukraine on Jan. 6, 1986, the son of Val and Tatyana (Titarenko) Trofim. Funeral Services were Monday, March 5, 2012, 12 noon, at the Slavic Baptist Church of Shakopee, with visitation one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment Valley Cemetery, Shakopee. Arrangements were with the McNearney Funeral Home in Shakopee.

James Leonard Mayer James “Jimmy” Mayer passed away Monday, Feb. 27, 2012 in Hanford, CA at the age of 38 years. He was born Dec. 31, 1973 in Shakopee. At a young age Jimmy moved with his family to the Hanford area and attended Hanford High School. After graduating he worked for various companies driving a hay squeeze. He enjoyed spending time with his family and barbequing on the weekends. Jimmy is survived by his father, Leonard (Bubba) Mayer and his wife Clementine; his mother, Mary Wood; daughter, Jaymi Mayer; son, Preston Mayer; sisters, Barbara Frost, Teri Romero and husband Marty and Cheryl Mayer; nieces, Ashley Martinez, Kerrie Martinez and Desirae Romero; nephews, Michael Martinez and Alex Trujillo; one greatniece, all from Hanford; grandparents, George and Maxine Frost; aunts, Georgia Kinney and husband Michael and Debra Frost, all from Arkansas; cousins from both Arkansas and Illinois. There will be a Celebration of Life to be announce at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of WhitehurstMcNamara Funeral Services, (559) 582-0251.

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The goal of GreenSneakers and the EcoChallenge complement the work of the Junior Naturalists, who meet before school once every three weeks to do sustainable crafts and Earth-friendly activities such as finding reusable wrapping paper and making bracelets out of pop tabs. According to the GreenSneakers website, 70,000 donated sneakers save 500 cubic meters of landfill space. “It really helps the Earth to recycle the sneakers,” Madeline says. “Sneakers take a really long time to decompose.” The Junior Naturalists’ thoughts have turned to how they might spend those donation dollars. Fifty cents a pound can buy a lot of butterfly nets. Other ideas include a fire pit on the Redtail Ridge grounds, fishing poles or possibly a garden, “so we could do observations on the bugs,” Madeline says. “We didn’t decide on a goal,” Aker says. “We’re just trying to collect as many pairs of shoes as we can.”

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Third-graders John Roess (left) and Carson Brandt dump a bin of shoes into a collection box at Redtail Ridge Elementary School on Wednesday morning. The Junior Naturalists are hosting a used-sneaker drive for GreenSneakers, which will either recycle or donate the shoes to people in need.

Microchipping clinic planned in April Scott Lake Veterinary Clinic, Paws to Love Rescue and Tractor Supply Company will host a pet micro-chipping clinic from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 14 at Tractor Supply Company, 16907 Highway 13, Prior Lake. A veterinarian or veterinary technician will insert microchips into pets to permanently identify them in the event of separation. The cost will include the microchip, insertion and enrollment in a recovery service. For prices, e-mail pawstolovemn@yahoo.com.

Snowmobilers to honor charter member The Prior Lake Snowmobile Association will have its monthly meeting at the Prior Lake VFW, 16306 Main Ave., at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 14. All members and guests are welcome. The agenda will include finalizing plans and submitting nominees for the spring awards banquet. The group also will celebrate the life of John “Stubber” Verhoeven, one of the association’s charter members. Attendees are asked to bring memorabilia, photos and stories. For more information, call (952) 440-2230.

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Readers chime in on the childhood reads that excited them hat was your favorite childhood book? Your children’s favorite books? Is there a childhood book character you simply can’t get out of your head, decades later? These are the questions we posed to our newspaper and website readers,

and to readers of our magazine sister, Savvy.mn. Folks responded, and you’ll likely fi nd the responses — printed here — jogging your own memories of childhood reads. To all of the readers who responded, we say, “Thanks.”

‘Goodnight Moon’

‘Charlotte’s Web’

“Alex, what’s your favorite kids’ book?” I asked my 8-year-old son. Without hesitation, he smiled, “Goodnight Moon.” We hadn’t read that in years. To t he bookc ase of l aden , wa r p e d shelves, we went in search of Margaret Wise Brown’s classic bedtime story. I found the well-loved board book, which had been taped and retaped, but still nearly came apart in my hands. “In the great green room,” I began, Alex leaning on my shoulder. I realized that Alex could now read. We could read this book together. And so we did, laughing at the word mush and saying goodnight to nobody, finding the little mouse on each colored page and whispering as the lights dimmed in the little bunny’s room. Reading Goodnight Moon had been an essential part of our bedtime routine when Alex and his younger sister, Amy, were toddlers. To rediscover its magic now confirms it as the best children’s book I’ve ever read.

Salutations! That is how the main character of my all-time favorite book greets her new friend, Wilbur the Pig. Of course, the book I’m referring to is “Charlotte’s Web” by E. B. White. I read the book when I was in third grade in 1968. I lived in the suburbs, a and a dream would have been tto live on a farm with all of tthe animals. To think that tthe animals were carrying on c conversations as if they were h humans was very entertaining ffor a bookworm like me. Today, I am a social worker. A theme in the book is social injustice. Fern, the human girl in the story, advocates for Wilbur, and all the animals work together to save Wilbur from being killed. Fern called the barn cellar “a very sociable place … not at all lonely.” Wilbur and Charlotte are very different but become good friends. All of the themes and lessons from “Charlotte’s Web” were relevant in my world in 1968 and still are today.

Amber Stoner Eden Prairie

Donna Vig Shakopee

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

Jan Eian Eden Prairie

A farm girl’s best friend was ‘Anne’ I suspect my favorite children’s author will be different than most because I was a child during the Depression and World War II years. My heroine was “Anne of Green Gables,” written by Lucy Maud Montgomery. Having two older sisters who thought of me as a pest, my best friend was Anne, who

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

Carol Mears Shakopee

Savvy reader favorites, from Calvin to Mumpsy to Pippi

avvy.mn staff asked readers, leaders, writers and other folks to share their fond memories of childhood books. Judging by the response we received on Facebook (facebook.com/savvymn) this topic hit a happy nerve. Visit the Savvy.mn website to add your favorites to the list.

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

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

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

When I was growing up, I read all the “Chip Hilton” and “The Hardy Boys” books. As a father, my sons and I loved reading “Calvin and Hobbes.”

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

Terri Schlichenmeyer, book reviewer

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

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

Heidi Cunningham Schauer

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

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

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

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

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

Christine Etzler Smith

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

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

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BOYS SWIMMING

Tough end in the pool State title eludes PL senior by .16 seconds Kyle Robrock was trying to become the first Prior Lake swimmer to win a state title since 1984. But the senior came up just short. An agonizing 16 onehundredths of a second short to be exact.

Robrock finished second in the 100-yard backstroke at the Class AA state meet March 3 at the University of Minnesota Aquatic Center. He finished with a time of 50.60 seconds. It’s the second straight year that he’s finished second after taking eighth as a sophomore. Robrock was the top seed going into state and won the

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prelims March 2, breaking his own school record with a time of 50.28. But junior Noah Busch of Minnetonka was able to edge Robrock out in the finals. The last Laker swimmer to win a state title was Chris Baker in 1984, claiming the 50 freestyle and the 100 breaststroke.

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Prior Lake senior Kyle Robrock finished second in the 100 backstroke at the Class AA state meet March 3, fi nishing .16 seconds out of fi rst place.

Showing plenty of fight at state PHOTO BY TOM SCHARDIN

Prior Lake sophomore Jon Sobaski looks to score inside in the Lakers’ 68-47 playoff win over Shakopee March 7.

Road to the semis PL takes out former rival BY TOM SCHARDIN tschardin@swpub.com

The Prior Lake boys basketball team faced an old rival in the Section 2AAAA quarterfinals March 7. And it wasn’t much of a game. The third-seeded Lakers never trailed in the game, rolling over sixth-seeded Shakopee 68-47. It’s the first-ever playoff win for Prior Lake since it became a Class 4A school nine years ago. The Lakers also snapped a five-game losing streak versus the Sabers. P r ior L a ke (1 5 -1 2 ) i s taking on second-seeded Chanhassen (22-5) in the semifinals today (Saturday, March 10). The title game is set for March 16 at Chaska High School at 7 p.m. Top -seeded Eden Prairie (20-7) and fifth-seeded Bloomington Kennedy (1116) are meeting in the other semifinal tilt. Meanwhile, the last time the two former Missota Conference rivals played was in the 2010 section quarterfinals with the Sabers winning over the Lakers.

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Lakers junior settles for second again

Lakers pin Hastings for third place

BY TOM SCHARDIN tschardin@swpub.com

For the second straight year, there was a thorn in the side of junior Tanner Johnshoy in his bid to become the 10th Prior Lake wrestler to win an individual state title. That thorn was St. MichaelAlbertville’s Tommy Thorn, who beat Johnshoy in the Class 3A 113-pound title match March 3 at the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul. The two were ranked No. 1 and 2 in the state, respectively going into state with Thorn earning a 5-0 decision. Thorn beat Johnshoy 7-1 in last year’s 103-pound title match. Thorn is 4-0 versus Johnshoy the last two seasons. In this year’s title match, Johnshoy got poked in the eye just seconds into the first period. He was forced to take an injury timeout and the eye was giving him problems throughout the match. Johnshoy is the first Prior Lake wrester to earn back-toback title matches since Jake Kahnke won the 189 -pound title in 2007 and the 215-pound crown in 2008. “I think what Tanner accomplished was great,” said Block. “He wrestled smart at the state tournament and did what he needed to do to win matches. We are very proud of him.” Johnshoy finished the season with a 42-8 record, giving him 97 career wins (97-33) entering his senior year. Johnshoy earned a spot in the finals with a 10-4 win over ninth-ranked Grant Dullinger of St. Cloud Apollo in the semifinals. Johnshoy earned two hard-fought wins on the first day of state — 1-0 over No. 5 Garrett Wangsness of Albert Lea in the first round and a 3-1 triple overtime victory over No. 6 James Pleski of Forest Lake in the quarterfinals. Meanwhile, the Lakers also had three other wrestlers competing in the individual state tournament, but none of them placed. Ni nt h- g rader A lex H a r t made it to the second day of competition, but lost at 170 pounds in the consolation quarterfinals 3-2 to fourth-ranked Jordan Zeeman of Owatonna.

The Prior Lake wrestling team pinned down another third-place finish at the Class AAA state team tournament. It took eight hard-fought wins by decision and a matchclinching disqualification for the Lakers to match the program’s highest-ever state finish. The Lakers earned a 30-21 victory over Hastings March 1 in the third-place match at the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul. The Raiders were ranked No. 2 in the state in the final Class 3A poll, while the Lakers were No. 10. Last year, the Lakers beat Albert Lea Area to finish third. “To beat a prog ram like Hastings is a great achievement,” said Lakers coach Joe Block. “Our boys wrestled the best they have all year at the state tournament. It just goes to show that if you set goals and work hard to achieve them, anything is possible “They believed in themselves and it showed on the mat,” added Block. P r ior L a ke, m a k i n g it s fourth state appearance since 2006, finished with a 25-12 record, earning an easy 44-15 win in the quarterfinals over White Bear Lake, before falling 62-3 to top-ranked Apple Valley in the semifinals. T he p er en n i a l n at ion a l power Eagles went on to win their seventh straight title (20th overall), beating No. 3 St. Michael-Albertville for the crown (49-24). “We’re the first team in Prior Lake to take third and now we’ve down it two years in a row,” said Lakers junior Ben Rock. “It feels great. We’ve worked hard for this.” Rock worked hard to win a crucial 132-pound match. He earned a 4-2 win in overtime victory over Hastings senior Eric Bauer, ranked No. 4 in the state with a 33-4 record at the time. Rock (ranked No. 9) qualified for state as an individual as a ninth-grader and last year, but fell short this season. So his match with Bauer was his mini state tourney.

PHOTO BY TOM SCHARDIN

Prior Lake junior Tanner Johnshoy won 10-4 in his 113-pound semifi nal match March 3 at the Class 3A individual state tournament. But Johnshoy lost 5-0 in the fi nals to Tommy Thorn of St. Michael-Albertville. Thorn also beat Jonhshoy in 103-pound fi nal in 2011. Hart, competing in his firstever state tourney, went 2-1 on the first day. He won by injury default in the first round over Gary Knick of St. Paul Central, but fell in the quarterfinals, losing 5-1 to No. 3 Ben Sullivan of Apple Valley. Har t stayed alive in the wrestlebacks with a 6-0 win over Leaf Palmer of Centennial. He finished the season with a 30-19 mark. Sophomore Blake Carlisle and senior Matt Kahnke also

competed for the Lakers. Carlisle won his first-round match 3-1 in overtime over No. 7 Amin Buta of Minneapolis South, before losing to No. 6 Steve Levine of Rosemount 7-0 in the quarterfinals. Ca rlisle was eli mi nated from his first-ever state tourney in the wrestlebacks, falling 6-4 to Devin Wolf of Irondale. Carlisle finished the year with a 27-15 mark. Kanhke competed at 138 pounds. He lost in the first

round by fall to No. 8 Lincoln Mallinger of St. Michael-Albertville. Kahnke didn’t get a wrestleback match when Mallinger lost to No. 3 Weston Drogemueller of Wayzata in the quarterfinals. Kahnke was making his fourth state appearance. He placed fifth last year at 135 pounds and was sixth as a ninthgrader at 112. He finished the season with a 31-14 record and ended up with 139 career wins.

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PL can’t solve Edina again in 66-52 playoff loss BY TOM SCHARDIN tschardin@swpub.com PHOTO BY TOM SCHARDIN

Prior Lake senior Jack Kaiser tries to get to the basket in the Lakers’ 6847 playoff win March 7.

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P rior L a ke joi ned t he South Suburban Conference in 2010, while the Sabers are still in the Missota. Before Prior Lake left for the new league, the old rivalry was mostly dominated by Shakopee. Going into the playoff game, the Sabers had won 11 of the last 13 meetings. But sophomore Jon Sob a s k i a n d s e n io r E v a n Kotchevar weren’t part of those past games. They represent the new Lakers and they combined for 35 points in the win. Sobaski had a game-high 19 points, while Kotchevar finished with 16. The Lakers led 29-23 at the break and went on a 20-6 run to open the second half and build a 20-point advantage. Sobaski and Kotchevar drilled consecutive threepointers early in the gamedecisive run. Senior Jake Hanson finished with nine points for the Lakers, while junior Carson Shanks scored eight and senior Jack Harrison finished with five. Junior Noah Scanlon and senior Jack Kaiser both scored four points. Prior Lake went into the playoff game on the heels of a 61-53 home loss to No. 2-ranked Lakeville North in a conference game March 2. The Panthers are the No. 1 seed in Section 1AAAA. Prior Lake ended up 10-8 in leag ue play, tying for fourth place with Eagan Against Lakeville North, Sobaski led the Lakers with 21 points. Kotchevar scored 11, while Scanlon had 10.

The Prior Lake girls basketball team hasn’t had much success against Edina since becoming a Class 4A program nine years ago. A nd the woes continued March 3 in the Section 2AAAA semifinals at Hopkins High School. T he top - seeded Hor net s made it 10 straight wins over the fifth-seeded Lakers with a 66-52 victory. It’s the fourth time since 2005 Edina has ended Prior Lake’s season and the second time in the semifinals. The Hornets beat the Lakers 48-26 back in the 2010 semis. Prior Lake ended the season with a .500 record (14-14 overall). The team finished fourth the South Suburban Conference with a 10-8 mark. Meanwhile, in this year’s semifinal loss to the Hornets, the game was a lot closer than the score indicated. Edina led by 10 points at the break (33-23), but the Lakers kept chipping away at the lead. Prior Lake closed to within six points twice in the second half. The first time there was about six minutes to go and the next was with around two minutes remaining. But the Lakers could never get a big bucket, big steal or a big defensive rebound to close the gap even more and Edina pulled away in the final minute. Senior Molly Simpkins led the Lakers with 13 points, along with six steals and six rebounds, while ninth-grader Shaye Barton finished 10 points, hitting two three-pointers. Junior Tiffaney Flaata finished with eight points and nine rebounds, while junior Deanna Busse and senior Lauren Busse each had six points with both coming on a pair of three-pointers. Deanna also led in assists with four. Sophomore A lex Col lins scored five points and had two steals. Senior Mary Kate Rivisto chipped in three points and four rebounds, while soph-

PL Soccer Club registration, opportunities The Prior Lake Soccer Club is taking registration for its spring in-house programs for players ages 5 to 9 or in kidergarten through third grade. The cost to register is $95 through March 15. For more information or to register, go to www. priorlakesoccer.org. The soccer club is also taking registration for its new program, the Little Lakers, for players 4 and 5 years old. This is a new opportunity to learn the game with an emphasis on fun. The cost to register is $60 through March 15. For more info, go the Website.

DNR hunting education classes available Now is prime time to sign up for a Firearms Safety Hunter Education Class offered by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), according to Capt. Mike Hammer, DNR Enforcement Division education program coordinator. “Now is the time for people to register for a class if they want to hunt this fall and need to complete a Firearms Safety Hunter Education class to be eligible to hunt,” Hammer said. “There are lots of dates and locations around the state to choose from this spring.” Classes are taught by DNR certified volunteers in their local communities, typically in the spring and early fall. To become certified, students attend both classroom and field instruction sessions. The course provides students with basic safe firearms handling skills, wildlife identification, outdoor skills, and responsibilities that accompany hunting and firearms use. Find a class online at http://news.dnr.state.mn.us or call (651) 296-6157 or (888) 646-6367.

P.L.A.Y. spring sports registration online Prior Lake Athletics for Youth (P.L.A.Y.) is taking registrations online for its spring sports programs — softball, baseball, track and lacrosse. Registration for traveling programs usually ends in February, while in-house signups goes to the end of March. For more information or details on each sport go to www.playinfo.org. PHOTO BY TOM SCHARDIN

Prior Lake senior Molly Simpkins tries to score inside in the Lakers’ 66-52 playoff loss to Edina March 3. omore Mickel Dunbar had one point. Edina (24-4) was led by two players — senior Katybeth Biewen with 23 and junior MC McGrory with 21. Prior Lake shot 39 percent from the field, but made only 7 of 13 free throws and 7 of 19 three-pointers. Flaata led the team in scoring this season at 11 points per game, also grabbing a teambest 9.6 boards. Flaata goes into her senior season 20th on the Lakers’ alltime scoring list with 573 points

and eighth in both rebounds (474) and blocked shots (55). Deanna Busse will enter her final season with Prior Lake 10th in three-pointers made (57), while Lauren finished her career 11th on the all-time list (53) and senior Alyssa Eschrich is eighth (62). Simpkins was second on the Lakers in scoring this past season at 10.5 points per game, leading team in steals (3.3) and assists (2.0). Lauren Busse led the Lakers in three-pointer made (39), followed by Deanna (37).

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“I just wanted to win my last match this season,” said Rock. “I didn’t make state individually, so I wanted to get this win for the team.” Block said Rock’s win was a huge swing match. “Going into that match, we were thinking we’d give up maybe four points there,” said Block. “So in our mind, it was a seven-point swing. Bauer had a tough loss in the semifinals. He might have taken it too hard and Ben took advantage. It was a great win for Ben.” Prior Lake won eight of the first 11 matches, all by decision. Leading 24-15, sophomore Tim Schwanbeck stepped on to the mat against the state’s No. 2-ranked wrestler at 195 pounds. That’s when things got a little crazy. Schwanbeck found himself down 7-1 to Jake Swenson. But then up 11-9, Swenson was disqualified in the third period after being called twice for stalling and getting three unsportsmanlike conduct penalties. S chwa nb e ck ’s a r m wa s raised and six points went to the Lakers for an insurmountable 30-12 lead. Meanwhile, junior Tanner Johnshoy also had a huge win for Prior Lake at 113 pounds. Facing fourth-ranked Luke Rowh, the second-ranked Johnshoy got a reversal with 16 seconds left to pull out a 6-5 win. S ophomor e Bl a ke C a rlisle earned an 11-9 win at 126 pounds for the Lakers, while ni nt h- g rader Dyl a n Sogge opened the dual with an 8-4 decision at 106. Senior Matt Kahnke earned a 6-3 decision at 145, followed by senior Tucker Breitung’s 8-4 win at 152. Ninth-grader Alex Hart earned a 3-1 decision at 170, while sophomore Robbie Schultz won 6-4 at 182. “The way we wrestled against White Bear was probably our best match this year,” said Block. “But this (win over Hastings) is a really close second.” In beating White Bear Lake, the Lakers won the first six

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Prior Lake junior Ben Rock won 4-2 in overtime over fourth-ranked Eric Bauer at 132 pounds in Lakers’ 30-21 win over Hastings in the third-place dual at the Class AAA state tournament March 1. weights to lead 29-0. Sogge (103), Johnshoy (113) and sophomore Sean O’Neil (120) each won by fall. Carlisle earned a 12-7 win at 126, while Rock won 5-3 in overtime at 132 and junior Ryan Norton earned a technical fall (17-2) at 138. Breitung won 9 -2 at 152, while Schultz won 3-2 at 195. Sophomore Luis Pinto earned a fall at 220, while senior Ross L a r s on won 9 - 3 at he av yweight. Against Apple Valley, the Lakers’ one win came from Pinto at 220, winning 4-3. The Eagles won five matches by fall and four by technical fall.

What’s on tap for the Prior Lake sports teams for the week of March 12-17?  The Section 2AAAA boys basketball championship game is Friday, March 9 at Chaska High School at 7 p.m. For a complete look at the Lakers’ schedules, go to www. southsuburbanconference.org. You can also follow the Lakers on Twitter and Facebook via Scoreboardmn.

Prior Lake sophomore Blake Carlisle (photo left) and senior Matt Kahnke won at 126 and 145 pounds, respectively in the Lakers’ win over Hastings in the third-place match at state.

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Robrock was also going for the state title in the 100 freestyle. He was seeded third going into state and was second after the prelims. He broke his own school record in the finals (46.24), but that was .59 behind champion Aaron Greenberg of Eden Prairie and .12 behind Busch for second. “Kyle was disappointed in his places, but he got the automatic All-American time for the backstroke and finished very well in both events,” said Lakers coach Justin Haycraft. “In both events, he lost it in his third turn which can happen. “When you have athletes that close together, a small mistake can make the difference,” added Haycraft. “Kyle should be proud of his accomplishments as he is walking away from a high-school career where he broke quite a few records, setting the bar even higher for the rest of the team to reach. “Before Kyle, the record in the backstroke was a 54. He also helped to build the team as it is now. Some would say that he did this simply with his speed, but he also helped to motivate and guide the rest of the boys to this level of accomplishment. His leadership will propel teams for the next few years to accomplish even more.” Meanwhi le, P rior Lake finished a program-best ninth in the team standings at state with 105 points. Eden Prairie (314.5) won the title, while Minnetonka and Maple Grove (206) tied for second. “We were hopi ng for a higher finish and when the sixth- through ninth-place teams are all within (a few) points, every single place makes a di f ference,” said Haycraft. “There were some disap-pointments and some big accomplishments.” Robrock was also part of two Prior Lake relays at state. Robrock, junior Alex Jenness, ninth-grader Matt Anderson and eighth-g rader Marshall Heskin finished seventh in the 200 medley relay with a time of 1:38.99. That same foursome broke its own school record in the 400 freestyle finishing ninth (3:14.73). Jenness and Heskin also competed in two individual events. Jenness finished seventh in the 100 backstroke with a time of 52.79. He was also 10th in the 200 individual medley with a time of 1:58.98, which was .09 off the school record. In the prelims, he was .08 off the school mark (set by Baker in 1984).

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Prior Lake junior Alex Jenness fi nished 10th in the 200 individual medley and seventh in the 100 backstroke at the Class AA state meet March 3.

Prior Lake ninth-grader Matt Anderson checks the clock after anchoring the 200 medley relay at the state meet.

Prior Lake eighth-grader Marshall Heskin took eighth in the 100 butterfly at the state meet. Heski n tied t he school mark (52.10) in the 100 butterf ly prelims (also set by Baker in 1983), but he couldn’t break the mark in the finals, finishing eighth (52.34). Heskin also finished 26th in the 200 freestyle (1:49.60). “Last year, we had two athletes finish in the top eight and this year we got two three athletes and a relay in the top eight,” said Haycraft. “Marshall was able to tie the school record in the 100 fly. He also had reached every goal he had set and gone a bit beyond. “Jenness also had some huge accomplishments getting down to a 52 in the 100 back and a 1:57 in the individual medley, narrowly missing the other Chris Baker record still on the board,” added Haycraft. “Matt was able to compete at the state meet in both relays and is looking forward to making it individually next year.”

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POLICE REPORTS The Prior Lake Police Department responded to the following incidents Feb. 29-March 7. This is not a comprehensive list of all incidents to which the department responded. Burglary March 1: A woman in the 16000 block of Franklin Trail reported that she left her apartment for several hours, and when she returned, prescription pills and $235 in cash were missing. Curfew March 2: Police received a report of car prowlers in the 17300 block of Horizon Trail. Police located four males who all fled when they saw the officers. Police tracked down three of the suspects. Two of the suspects, a 15-year-old Prior Lake boy and a 16-year-old Prior Lake boy, were cited for curfew violation. No other charges were filed as a result of the incident. DWI March 2: A 32-year-old woman from Savage was arrested for thirddegree DWI test refusal and fourthdegree DWI after she crashed her vehicle into a parked car in the 2900 block of Dakota Trail. The woman was transported to the hospital for her injuries and level of intoxication and was later transported to Scott County Jail. Narcotics Feb. 29: Police were called to Bridges Area Learning Center, 15875 Franklin Trail, for a narcotics complaint.

A 16-year-old Prior Lake girl was cited for possession of a small amount of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. Public urination March 7: Police received a report of two juveniles urinating on the exterior doors at Extra Innings Saloon, 16299 Main Ave. The suspects were gone when police arrived. Theft March 3: A woman reported that her black and white Coach purse and its contents were stolen from her place of employment in the 15800 block of Franklin Trail. March 4: An employee at the Shakopee Dakota Convenience Store, 14160 Wilds Path, reported that a man stole a tray of 50 Bic cigarette lighters, valued at $74, from the front counter. There is a suspect as police have surveillance photos from the incident. March 6: Police received a report of theft at Mystic Lake Casino. A woman reported that she set down her pink Coach wallet next to a gaming machine and forgot to grab it when she left the machine. When she returned to the machine to retrieve her wallet, it was gone. Surveillance footage shows a woman taking the wallet. The case is under investigation. Trespassing March 1: A 31-year-old Prior Lake man was arrested for trespassing and

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COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS Take a driving refresher course The Minnesota Highway Safety Center will offer a 55-plus driver refresher course from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, March 13 at the District Services Center, 4540 Tower St., Prior Lake. Advance registration is requested. The fee is $20. For more information or to register, visit www.mnsafetycenter. org or call toll-free 1-(888)-234-1294.

Internet class set for March 14 Seniors can learn to use the Internet during a free session from 8 to 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 14 at the Prior Lake Library, 16210 Eagle Creek Ave. The class is sponsored by the Minnesota Board on Aging and the Area Agencies on Aging. Registration is required; call the library at (952) 447-3375, or visit to sign up.

Diaper drive ends March 23 Girl Scout Troop 21517 will host a diaper drive to benefit the Southern Valley Alliance for Battered Women’s shelter. Collection bins are located at Prior Lake City Hall and Club Prior. Donations of full and partial packages of diapers and pull-ups will be accepted through March 23 during regular business hours.

Give blood on March 22 A n A merica n Red Cross blood drive is planned for 1:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 22 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 5634 Luther Drive, Prior Lake. For an appointment or more information, call (612) 382-6942.

Dance team parents to meet Monday A Laker Dance Team fall club parent meeting is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Monday, March 12 in the lecture hall at Prior Lake High School, 7575 150th St., Savage. Fall tryouts will be March 26-28 in the blue gym from 3:30 to 6 p.m. Girls who will be in grades nine through 12 in the 2012-13 school year are welcome to try out.

Sportsmen’s Club to meet Tuesday The Prior Lake Sportsmen’s Club will meet from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, March 13 in the lower level of the Prior Lake VFW, 16306 Main Ave. All interested people are welcome to attend. The club will plan wood duck house building, lake clean-up and upcoming events.

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Connor Feldt scored a fun fi rst job for himself at Artisan Coffee Bistro in Prior Lake.

Barista is both sporty and smart BY LORI CARLSON editor@plamerican.com

hough many high school students gravitate toward one particular type of crowd — the smart kids or the jocks, for instance — Connor Feldt has a wellrounded set of interests. The 16-year-old Prior Lake High School sophomore is seasoned in snowboarding, wakeboarding and cross-country running, but he also favors math and science in school. He lists a classic — “Of Mice and Men” — among his favorite books of all time, and he takes an interest in politics and Middle Eastern affairs. Connor lives in Savage with his parents, Steven and Paula,

his sister, 13, and a brother, 7. When he’s not in school or enjoying the outdoors, he’s likely at Artisan Coffee Bistro in Prior Lake. Connor is a barista at the newly opened shop. It’s his first “formal” job, and he thrives on the opportunity to interact with others. “It’s a great job to meet a lot of different people,” he says. Connor, who favors eating at local restaurants, also likes the coffee bistro’s focus on organic, homemade food (his favorite menu item is a “turkini,” a panini with turkey). The aspiring engineer spends time on the water in the summer at his family’s cabin near Brainerd, Minn. In the winter, he gravitates toward Buck Hill in Burnsville, where he goes snowboarding.

Q AND A WITH CONNOR FELDT What three words would people use to describe you? Persistent, outgoing and intellectual. What is the best part about living in the Prior Lake-Savage area? There are a lot of nice people. And we’re close to a lot of attractions, like the Mall of America and Buck Hill. What’s your favorite band? I really like Mumford and Sons. What’s the last good movie you saw? ”Chronicle.” What was your best vacation? England and France. I went there in fifth grade with my dad. We had family who lived there for work. We toured England and France and

also went to Ireland. What would be your ideal vacation? Somewhere warm — the beach, the ocean — so I could go wakeboarding. If you could meet someone famous or from history, who would it be? Kennedy. I obviously wasn’t around when he was alive, but I’ve heard he was a great president. I’d ask him a lot of questions about being president. If you were governor or president for a day, what would you do? I’d meet with leaders of other countries and talk to them about what their jobs are like. What issue or issues would be on your agenda? The Arab Spring.

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Adopt a pet on March 17 Volunteers for the Carver Scott Humane Society will have a pet adoption from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 17 at Petco, off old Highway 212 and Singletree Lane in Eden Prairie. All cats and dogs have been micro ID-implanted, vet checked, dewormed, had shots updated, checked for friendly temperaments, and age appropriately spayed/neutered. Adoption fees are $165-plus for cats and $195-plus for dogs. For more information, call (952) 368-3553 or visit www.carverscotths.org.

Help available for veterans The Veterans Administration has created and staffed two sites with medically trained personnel to help with soldiers who are having trouble adjusting back into society after coming home from active duty. The staff assists veterans and all active duty military and their family members 24 hours a day through a hotline number, 1-800273-8255, and website, www.veteranscrisisline.net. Veterans also can contact their local VFWs.

Deadline The deadline for Community Happenings items is noon Wednesdays. For more information, e-mail at editor@plamerican.com.

SCHOOL NEWS

Send little ones to PLHS nursery school Prior Lake High School’s Family and Consumer Science Department has openings in its nursery school program, which serves children ages 3 to 5. The program runs from 10:15 to 11:25 a.m. Monday through Friday — though not on Tuesdays — from now through Monday, March 26 in room 133 at the high school, 7575 150 St., Savage. To enroll or get more information, e-mail Mary Kay Lien at mlien@ priorlake-savage.k12.mn.us.

Attend St. Mike’s book fair St. Michael’s Catholic School will host a Scholastic Book Fair next week. The sale’s theme is “Book Fair Luau! It’s a Reading Celebration!” The sale runs from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, March 13 and Monday, March 19; 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 14 through Friday, March 16; 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, March 17; and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, March 18. Purchases between 5 and 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 14 and all day Sunday, March 18 will benefit the libraries at the Church of St. Michael and its sister parish, Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Chimbote, Peru. A game zone will also be set up from 2:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday, March 15 and Friday, March 16. Shoppers can donate aluminum cans during Saturday’s sale. For more information on the book fair, call (952) 447-5707 or visit bookfairs. scholastic.com/homepage/stmichaelschool4. The book fair will be in the media center at St. Michael’s Catholic School, 16280 Duluth Ave., Prior Lake.

Indoor walking track now open Prior Lake High School’s indoor walking track at 7575 150th St., Savage is available for public use. There is no charge to walk on the track, which will be open through March 29. Family walking time, which allows strollers on the track, is 6 to 8 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. Children and strollers are not permitted during adult walks, from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. No registration is required. Guests should sign in at the lower level of the high school and go across the walking track to the gym doors. Date and times

are subject to change based upon high school activities. No food or beverages, other than water, are allowed.

Senior lock-in meeting scheduled Prior Lake High School’s senior lock-in committee will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 15. All registration, volunteer and donation forms are available on the high school’s web page, www.priorlake-savage.k12.mn.us/hs. The hour-long meeting will take place in room 125 at the high school, 7575 150th St., Savage.

PLHS Hall of Fame seeks nominations The Prior Lake High School Hall of Fame is looking for nominations for activities, distinguished alumni and athletics. Forms can be found at www.priorlake-savage.k12.mn.us. The deadline for nominations is Saturday, March 31.

Become a consignor for Kids Stuﬀ Sale The Prior Lake-Savage Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) Advisory Council is sponsoring its third annual Kids Stuff Sale of gently used maternity and children’s clothes, toys, books, videos/CDs, and baby/children’s equipment. The sale is scheduled from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 14 at Edgewood School, 5304 WestWood Drive, Prior Lake. E-mail ecfesale@hotmail.com for more information on becoming a consignor at the sale, which will benefit the early childhood programs at Edgewood School. Visit plsas.schoolwires.net/ew/site/default.asp for more information about the Kids Stuff Sale.

Art show, book fair set for May 7 The Prior Lake-Savage Area School District Elementary Art Fair will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, May 7 at Redtail Ridge Elementary School 15200 Hampshire Ave., Savage. This year’s theme is “Art and Science: Making Connections.” Guests also can shop at the buy-one-get-one-free Scholastic Book Fair from 5 to 8 p.m. that day, also at Redtail Ridge.

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WEEKLY

Young Life Scott County Young Life is part of a worldwide, nondenominational Christian organization for high school students that offers fun, adventure, friendship and a sense of significance. The club meets from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays at the Young Life Office, 13845 Highway 13, Savage. For more information, call (952) 402-9123 or visit www. scottcountymn.younglife.org.

For more information, call Charlie at (952) 884-9417 or Michael at (952) 607-8619.

Moms in Touch International Moms in Touch International (MITI) is a prayer group that meets weekly to pray for children and schools. Moms pray one hour each week for their children, their individual schools, administration, PTA/PTC groups, staff, students and every aspect of the school. For information on your child’s individual school, visit momsintouch.org and click on “group locator.”

T.O.P.S. T.O.P.S., Take off Pounds Sensibly, meets at 5:30 p.m. each Wednesday in the community room at Prior Lake State Bank, 16677 Duluth Ave. For more information, call June at (952) 454-6579 or Mikki at (952) 457-1306.

Co-Dependents Anonymous PowerNet business Co-Dependents Anonymous group support meets at 4646 Colorado St., Prior Lake.  M e n’s C o - D e p e n d e n t s Anonymous meets at 6:30 p.m. every Monday.  Co-Dependents Anonymous (for men and women) meets at 8 p.m. every Tuesday.

Overeaters Anonymous The group Overeaters Anonymous meets from 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays at Christ Lutheran Church, 1053 Jef ferson St., Shakopee. There are no dues, fees or weigh-ins. Everyone is welcome. The group has a step format with a monthly open topic. For more information, call Nancy at (612) 250-0075 or Steve at (612) 845-2672.

Emotions Anonymous A 12-step program called Emotions Anonymous meets 7 p.m. Thursdays at St. Anne’s parish center, 411 N. Fourth St., LeSueur, in the south end of St. Anne’s parking lot. For more information, call Kathleen at (507) 665-2644.

Gamblers Anonymous Gamblers Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other. The g roups meet weekly on Saturdays at 6:30 p.m. at Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church, 3611 North Berens Road, Prior Lake.

Savage PowerNet, a business referral group, meets every Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Davanni’s, at County Road 42 and Highway 13 in Savage. For more information, call Kelly at (612) 861-8300.

Savage Network Plus Savage Network Plus, a Business Network Inter national group, meets at 11:30 a.m. Thursdays at Savage City Hall, 6000 McColl Drive. The group of small business owners seeks to grow businesses by generating referrals for one another. For more information, call (952) 440-5261 or e-mail bprimeau@summitwealthadvocates. com.

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Prior Lake Parent Resource Group The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Minnesota provides support groups to help parents discover resources to meet the challenges of raising a child with mental illness, learn coping skills and develop problem-solving skills. Parent resource groups are facilitated by a parent who has a child with a mental illness and who has been trained to lead support groups. A parent resource group meets on the first Thursday of each month from 5:30 to 7 p.m.

at The LINK Event Center, 2200 Trail of Dreams, Prior Lake. For more information, call NAMI at (651) 645-2948.

Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Beyond the Yellow Ribbon South of the River, an organization that supports military personnel and their families, meets the first Tuesday of every month in the lower level of the Prior Lake VFW, 16306 Main Ave. The group can be reached by calling (952) 440-5011, or emailing btyrsouthoftheriver@ gmail.com.

American Legion The Prior Lake American Legion meets the third Monday of each month at 8 p.m. at the Prior Lake VFW, 16306 Main Ave., Prior Lake. For more information, call Bob Roe at (952) 447-5811.

MOMS Club MOMS Club of Prior Lake (Moms Offering Moms Support) will have its monthly membership meeting the third Wednesday of the month at 10 a.m. at Harbor Community Church, 5995 Timber Trail, Prior Lake. To join the group or find out more information, contact Mandy Reinert Nash at (952) 226-2410 or Sharlene Czajkowski at (952) 447-1780, e-mail momsclubofpriorlake@yahoo.com or visit www.momsclub.org.

WyldLife Scott County WyldLife is part of a worldwide, nondenominational Christian organization for middle school students. The club meets every other Friday and offers a high-energy, interactive evening filled with games, fun and music. For more information on the schedule and location, call Jennifer Schroeder at (952) 4029123 or visit the website at www. scottcountymn.wyldlife.org.

Gamblers Anonymous

Suicide grief support

Gamblers Anonymous, a support group for those struggling with addiction to gambling, meets at 7 p.m. Tuesdays at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 5634 Luther Road, Prior Lake.

A suicide grief support group meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of the month at Queen of Peace Hospital, 301 Second St., New Prague. The meeting location is the Jameen Mape Room. Enter through the emergency room doors; use the southeast elevators to the lower level. For more information, call Sally at (952) 758-4735.

Alanon Alanon meetings with the “Island of Serenity” group will take place at 7 p.m. Mondays at 16150 Arcadia Ave., Prior Lake. Other meetings take place at Lakers Alano, 4646 Colorado St. on the following days:  Mondays: AA meets at 9:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.  Tuesdays: AA meets at 6:30 p.m.  Wednesdays: AA meets at 6:30 p.m.  Thursdays: AA meets at 6:30 p.m.  Fridays: AA meets at 6:30 and 8 p.m.  Saturdays: AA meets at 9:30 a.m. On the third Saturday of each month, there will be a 6:30 p.m. potluck followed by the 8 p.m. speaker meeting. NA (Narcotics Anonymous meets at 6:30 p.m.  Sundays: AA meets at 10:30 a.m., the AA Big Book Study meets at 6:30 p.m. All people in recovery are welcome to attend.

Domestic violence Southern Valley Alliance for Battered Women offers ongoing weeknight and weekday support groups for women who are currently experiencing or have experienced domestic violence. On-site childcare is provided. For location and more information, call (952) 873-4214.

National Alliance for Mental Illness

A handicapped-accessible Alcoholics Anonymous meeting open to men and women takes place Mondays at 6:30 p.m. at Bridgewood Church, 6201 W. 135th St., Savage. For more information, call (952) 297-4777.

The Scott County chapter of the National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI) will meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. the first and third Wednesdays of the month at the Valley Green Workforce Center, 752 Canterbury Road, Shakopee. The meetings are open to all who are interested (including those living with the illness). For more information, call Janet Williams at (952) 890-1669 or Kevin Wineman at (952) 4968513, or visit www.nami.org/ namimn.

Winner’s Circle

Marine Corps League

The Winner’s Circle Chapter of Business Network International meets from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Thursdays at 1101 Adams St., Shakopee. For more information, call Darren Kurilko at (952) 947-0323.

The Marine Corps League meets the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Dan Patch American Legion, 12375 Princeton Ave., Savage. For more information, call Pete Williams at (612) 730-0999.

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Support for RSD/CRPS A support group for anyone affected by Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome/Complex Regional Pain Syndrome meets from 10 a.m. to noon the fourth Saturday of each month at the Savage Public Library, 13090 Alabama Ave., Savage. T he g roup encou rages a positive, caring group and has a variety of topics. The group is facilitated by Bonnie Scherer, but all members decide on all aspects of the meetings. For more information, call (952) 457-7586.

River Valley Toastmasters The Minnesota River Valley Toastmasters will meet on the second, third and fourth Mondays of each month from 7 to 8 p.m. The group now meets at the Prior Lake fire station, 16776 Fish Point Road. All visitors are welcome. For more information, call Shirley at (952) 447-4621 or visit www. mnrv.freetoasthost.org.

Widows and widowers Widows’ and Widowers’ Circle of Friends is a social group for those who have lost a spouse. The group meets at 5 p.m. the second Saturday of the month. For more information, call Ethel at (952) 888-1035.

St. Francis support The following support groups meet regularly at St. Francis Regional Medical Center, 1455 St. Francis Ave., Shakopee:  Infant Loss Support: Group meets the first Tuesday of every month from 7 to 8 p.m. Call (952) 428-2002  Diabetes Support: Group meets the first Monday of each month from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Call

Sexual assault/abuse Survivors of Sexual Assault/ Abuse is a confidential, 10 week support group for survivors of sexual assault or abuse that meets from 6 to 8 p.m. on varying days in the Sexual Violence Center, 510 Chestnut St., Suite 204, Chaska. For more information, call Kristi at (952) 448-5425.

Support for parents TABLE, a small group at Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church created to offer support and information for parents, meets the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month from 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. Parents whose children have special behavioral, learning or emotional challenges are welcome. There is no cost to attend. The church is at 3611 North Berens Road, Prior Lake. For more information, call Mary Wangerin at (952) 447-1884 or visit www.sollc.org.

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(952) 428-3324.  Diabetes Prevention: Offered monthly. Designed for anyone who has been diagnosed with pre-diabetes or those with a family history of diabetes. For more info, call (952) 428-3324.  Hear t Suppor t: Group meets the first Tuesday of every month from 7 to 8 p.m. Call (952) 428-2080.  L ow Vi s i o n S u p p o r t : Group meets the second Thursday of every month from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Call (952) 428-2002.  Women’s Connection, support for women with cancer: Meets the fourth Monday of each month from 7 to 8 p.m. Call (952) 428-2700.  American Cancer Society’s Look Good ... Feel Better meets the fourth Monday of each month from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Call 1-800-ACS-2345.  Joint Care group meets every other Wednesday from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Designed for people scheduled for total knee or hip replacement. Call (952) 428-2565.  Smoking Cessation: If you are ready to stop smoking, call 888-354-PLAN (7526).

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St. John’s to oﬀer full-day preschool St. John’s Preschool, 12508 Lynn Ave., Savage, will launch a full-day preschool option next school year for children who will be age 4 or 5 by Sept. 1, 2012. The program provides a foundation of school-readiness skills in a faith-filled environment. Registration also is being accepted for the school’s 3- to 5-year-old programs. For more information contact, Director Dora May at DMay@stjohns-savage.org or (952) 846-4663.

Fish Lake church to host ﬁsh fry Fish Lake Immanuel Lutheran Church, 20200 Fairlawn Ave., Prior Lake, will have a fundraising fish fry from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Friday, March 30. Dinner will include baked cod, beer-battered pollock, choice of potato, coleslaw, baked beans, beverage and homemade pie for dessert. The cost is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors (60 and up) and $5 for children 12 and under.

Prior Lake residents are ‘Stars of the North’ U.S. Rep. John Kline (RLakeville) honored Prior Lake residents recently at his sixth annual “Star of the North” ceremony at the Lakeville Area Arts Center. Beyond the Yellow Ribbon’s South of the River chapter earned honors for helping a Navy reservist and his wife to complete construction on an apartment in his mother’s farmhouse prior to his deployment. Dawn Buhain and Denise Kadrlik accepted the award. Kline honored Julia Prins for organizing a group of friends to form the Girls of Summer 2011 club. The girls completed service projects, including making birthday gift bags for the St. Louis Park Emergency Program and making blankets and toys for the Humane Society. Kevin Humbert was honored for organizing efforts

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Kline honored the Bridges Area Learning Center for organizing a “penny war fundraiser” for the Adopt-aHero program. Sarah Osojnicki, Ben Huhner, Andrew Hartman and Melissa Olson accepted the award.

Beyond the Yellow Ribbon’s South of the River chapter earned honors for helping a Navy reservist and his wife to complete construction on an apartment in his mother’s farmhouse prior to his deployment. Dawn Buhain and Denise Kadrlik accepted the award.

of Kids’ Company students in their projects to benefit Ella’s Halo, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting families of children born prematurely. The students made fleece blankets to be donated to local neonatal intensive-care units.

drew Hartman and Melissa Olson accepted the award. To nominate a resident of the Second District for a “Star of the North” award, visit www. kline.house.gov and click on the “Star of the North nomination” link under “contact us.”

K l i ne a l s o honor e d t he Bridges Area Learning Center for organizing a “penny war fundraiser” for the Adopt-aHero program, which raised more than $400 for a combat hospital in Afghanistan. Sarah Osojnicki, Ben Huhner, An-

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COMMUNITY EDUCATION CAP AGENCY VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES The CAP Agency, a private, nonprofit organization providing human services to families and individuals in Scott, Carver and Dakota counties, has the following volunteer opportunities available. For more information about volunteering with the Scott Carver Dakota CAP Agency, e-mail info@capagency.org or call (952) 496-2125. Volunteers must be at least 16 years old or supervised by an adult.

CHORE Services Help with indoor and outdoor home maintenance for older adults so they can live independently in their own homes for as long as possible. Seasonal and ongoing opportunities available. Great for community and youth groups. Call Terry at (952) 402-9835.

This is a listing of some of the classes offered through Prior Lake-Savage Area Community Education. Find out more — and register for classes — at www.priorlakesavagece.com or call (952) 226-0080 Adults Breakfast and brunch cooking class Wednesday, March 14 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Twin Oaks Middle School, 15860 Fish Point Road, Prior Lake. Cost is $49. Eight-hour driver improvement (55-plus) Mondays, March 19 and 26, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the District Services Center, 4540 Tower St., Prior Lake.

Cost is $15. Infant and child CPR/AED Tuesday, March 20 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. at the District Services Center. Cost is $85. Introduction to Voiceovers Monday, March 26 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Twin Oaks Middle School. Cost is $40. Youth After-school classes are offered at all elementary schools. For a complete listing, visit www.priorlakesavagece.com. These classes are starting soon: Lego X: Ham-

mers and Ballerinas with Youth Enrichment League (grades 1-5), Flip Over Gymnastics (grades K-5) and more. Fencing with Youth Enrichment League (grades 2-10) Wednesdays, March 14 to April 25, from 6 to 7 p.m. or 7:15-8:15 p.m. at Twin Oaks Middle School. Cost is $79. Tae Kwon Do Karate (ages 5+) Mondays, March 26 to April 30, or Thursdays, March 29 to May 3, starting at 6:15 p.m. at Edgewood School, 5304 Westwood Drive, Prior Lake. Cost starts at $40.

Slattery performs on oboe

Hawkinson graduates from Luther

Jacob Slattery of Prior Lake was selected to perform on oboe with the 2012 Minnesota College Band Directors National Association Intercollegiate Honor Band. The performance was in February in Minneapolis. Participants were chosen from 14 major colleges and universities in Minnesota. Slattery currently performs with the Augsburg Concert Band, the Augsburg Symphony Orchestra and five other orchestras. He is a 2008 Prior Lake High School graduate.

Sabrina Hawkinson of Prior Lake received a degree in elementary education recently from Luther College. Hawkinson, the daughter of Eric and Brenda Hawkinson, is a 2007 graduate of Prior Lake High School.

named to the dean’s list for fall 2011 semester: Jacob Slattery, a music performance and marketing major, son of Jerry Slattery; and Terri Cooper, an English major, daughter of Sue McCullen.

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Locals on Augsburg dean’s list The following Augsburg College students were

Reed makes Taylor dean’s list Meagan Reed of Prior Lake was named to the fall dean’s list at Taylor University. Full-time students are named to the list when they have earned a GPA of 3.60 or higher for the term and at least 12 hours carrying credit point values.

Crisis Nursery Shakopee Licensed child care and foster care providers can provide short-term care for children whose families are working through a crisis. Experienced social workers/crisis response workers can help to answer calls from families. Training and supervision is provided. Flexible weekdays, evenings and weekends. Call Jodi at (952) 402-9851.

Food shelf driver Pick up donated food items from local grocery stores in Scott County one or two mornings per week. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and have a clean driving record. Call Linda at (952) 402-9856.

Food support outreach Help individuals complete applications for a county-run federal program that helps lowincome families get the food they need for sound nutrition and well-balanced meals. Or, attend local events to educate the public about the food support program. Training is provided. Call Terry at (952) 402-9835.

Head Start Share your time and skills with this preschool program. Help with field trips and classroom activities, share a story about your family heritage or teach children about your job or hobby. Flexible mornings and a fternoons during the school year. Call Deb at (651) 322-3504.

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Thrift shop Accept, sort and display donations in the store. Monday through Saturday; call for available times. Must be at least 16. Call Linda at (952) 402-9856.

1026 E 205th St, Jordan (952) 492-2249 www.lydiazionchurch.com

Pastor Ron Groschel 952-447-2824 SUNDAY SERVICES

Morning Worship 9:00 a.m. Sunday School/ Adult Bible Fellowship 10:4 a.m. Evening Service 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY SERVICES

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Sports through a lens Minneapolis Institute of Arts’ photography exhibit explores the global culture of sports BY PAT MINELLI editor@shakopeenews.com

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

COMEDIAN CHRIS STRAIT Chris Strait is the type of comedian who reminds people how funny they are. No topic is off limits for the California native, but he’s just telling his story. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Strait is a study in what happens when a man spends his formative years standing out. From being the only white guy among black guys in the neighborhood, to being the only tall guy among short guys in the boxing gym, to being the only man among women in grad school, Strait became an expert on people. Also performing will be comedian David Harris. Time: 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Saturday, March 10 Cost: $13 for 8 p.m. show; $10 for 10:30 p.m. show Location: MinneHAHA Comedy Club, 1583 First Ave., Shakopee Info: minnehahacomedyclub.com/ shakopee

along, prize drawings and Irish humor are planned. Time: 5-8:30 p.m. Sunday, March 11 Cost: $17 (includes CD, daycare and drawings) Location: Knights Event Center, 1760 Fourth Ave. E., Shakopee Info: For tickets, contact Char at (952) 445-1287; Dixie at (952) 943-8154; or church office at (952) 445-1319

Tuesday

MARCH 13 ‘WOLF PACK’ SKIING GROUP The “Wolf Pack” is assembling for its second season of weekend skiing. Whether you are an expert, a beginner, or something in between, you are invited to join. Initially, the group will meet at Cleary Lake Regional Park. As the season progresses, they will ski at other parks and may add snowshoeing and hiking as alternatives to skiing. Time: 6 p.m. Tuesdays Cost: Free Location: Cleary Lake Park, 18106 Texas Ave., Prior Lake Info: timbee205@yahoo.com or Tim at (612) 298-0851. For instruction and skiing on Tuesday evenings: michael@michaelscycles-mn.com or Stuart at (952) 447-2453

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IRISH FEST AND DINNER National performers Tim O’Neill (O’Neill Brothers) and Laura MacKenzie provide Irish music and song. Dinner features corned beef brisket or chicken dinner with St. Mary’s famous soda bread. A sing-

Join ShakopeeConnect for a Big Wig Lunch talk featuring Q&A with Brenton Hayden, named “Top 5 Emerging Entrepreneur” by Entrepreneur Magazine in 2010. At 26, Hayden’s company, Renters Warehouse, was named one of the fastest growing in the country. Time: 11:30 a.m. Thursday, March 15 Cost: $15 for ShakopeeConnect members; $25 for non-members Location: The Wilds Golf Club, 3151 Wilds Ridge, Prior Lake Info: ajudge@shakopee.org or shakopeeconnect.com

BITE OF BURNSVILLE WITH GB LEIGHTON Celebrate the 20th year of the Bite of Burnsville with GB Leighton. Enjoy appetizers, entrees, desserts and culinary treats from more than 20 establishments. Then settle in to the Main Hall for an acoustic performance by Twin Cities’ legend GB Leighton. The Bite also includes a huge silent auction and a live auction with proceeds benefitting the Burnsville Chamber of Commerce. Time: 6 p.m. Thursday, March 15 Cost: $40; limited quantity of assigned seating VIP tickets $60 Location: Burnsville Performing Arts

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Victoria Drive, Victoria. For more information, call (763) 5599000 or go to threeriversparkdistrict.org.

Friday

MARCH 16 ‘FIDDLER ON THE ROOF’ The Prior Lake Players will present the classic musical co-directed by Karen Welch and Francie Madden. ‘Fiddler’ tells the story of Tevye, a Jewish father who tries to keep traditions alive for his family in turnof-the-century Russia. Time: 7 p.m. March 16-17, March 23-24 and March 30-31; 2 p.m. March 25 Cost: $14 (adults); $10 (seniors and students); $8 (ages 12 and under) Location: Twin Oaks Middle School, 15680 Fish Point Road, Prior Lake Info: plplayers.org

‘PASSION’ PLAY The Shakopee Knights of Columbus will present “The Passion of Jesus in Music, Word and Light” again this year. (A special Spanish narration also is planned for Thursday, March 15.) Time: 7:45 p.m. Friday, March 16 Cost: Free Location: Church of St. Mark, 350 Atwood St., Shakopee Info: (952) 595-8042

‘THE 39 STEPS’ Mix an Alfred Hitchcock masterpiece with a spy novel, add a bit of farcical comedy and you have a fast-paced whodunit packed with laughs. A cast of four plays more than 150 characters while reenacting the entire movie on stage, complete with train chases, plane crashes, shadowy murders, beautiful spies, dastardly villains and some good old-fashioned romance. Time: 7:30 p.m. ThursdaysSaturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays, March 16-April 7 Cost: Adults $18; seniors and students $16 Location: Bloomington Civic Theatre, 1800 W. Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington Info: bloomingtoncivictheatre.org or (952) 563-8575

‘OLIVER!’ Chaska Valley Family Theatre will present the musical version of the Charles Dickens’ classic “Oliver

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Twist” with music, lyrics and book by Lionel Bart. Time: Evening and matinee showtimes March 16-25 Cost: Adults $15; 17 and younger $10 Location: Chaska High School Theater, 545 Pioneer Trail, Chaska Info: cvft.org

Saturday

MARCH 17 ‘HOOP IT UP’ Fourth- through eighth-graders will be challenged to see how long they can keep a hula-hoop going during this energetic class. Participants will learn the basics, plus improvisational theater games, balloon animal sculpting and magic. Experience the thrill of “Super Hoop,” the world’s largest hula-hoop. Hoops are provided for use in class. Time: 9-10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 17 Cost: Call for details Location: Twin Oaks Middle School, 15860 Fish Point Road, Prior Lake Info: (952) 226-0080

BIRD BANDING See wild songbirds being safely trapped, studied and tagged with numbered rings. Hear a bird’s heartbeat and help release it. For ages 4 and older. Time: 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays, March 17, April 21, May 19 Cost: Free Location: Lowry Nature Center, 7025 Victoria Drive, Victoria Info: (763) 559-9000 or threeriversparkdistrict.org

COMPOSTING AND IMPROVING SOIL Learn the essentials of good soil and composting with Arboretum staffer Dan Miller. Time: 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday, March 17 Cost: $35 for Arboretum members; $45 non-members Location: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska Info: www.arboretum.umn.edu or (952) 443-1422

MAPLE SYRUP THROUGH HISTORY Follow sap from tree to tap and from syrup to sugar. Discover Minnesota’s

rich history of maple syruping. Ride a trolley pulled by Percheron horses and visit with maple syrup makers from the past. Journey to the sugar bush and discover how the trees helped serve early pioneers. For all ages. Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, March 17 Cost: Ages 18-64 $5; ages 2-17 and seniors $3; children younger than 2 free Location: The Landing - Minnesota River Heritage Park, 2187 E. County Road 101, Shakopee Info: (763) 559-9000 or threeriversparkdistrict.org

SPINNING CLASS Bloomington Theatre and Art Center will host master-spinner Susan Hensel for a class titled “Spin GreenLearn to Spin on a Drop Spindle.” Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, March 17 Cost: $64 for BTAC members; $69 for non-members; supplies included Location: Bloomington Theatre and Art Center, 1800 W. Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington Info: (952) 563-8575 or bloomingtonartcenter.com

MAPLE SYRUP FESTIVAL Collect “sweet water” from the sugar maples and boil it down to make syrup on traditional wood-fired, barrel-stove evaporator. Discover the syruping process from start to finish: learn how to find a maple tree without the leaves, help to tap a tree, taste and collect sap, and watch as it is being boiled down. Make a craft and enjoy a taste of Lowry’s award-winning maple syrup on ice cream. For all ages. Time: 12-4 p.m. Saturday, March 17 Cost: $5 Location: Lowry Nature Center (Carver Park Reserve), 7025 Victoria Drive, Victoria Info: (763) 559-6700 or threeriversparkdistrict.org

Upcoming BAROQUE BASH! Orchestra member Elise Molina will lead the Dakota Valley Symphony in Bach’s “Piano Concerto in F minor.” Members of the woodwind section will perform Baroque favorites including the “Brandenburg Concert No. 4.” Time: 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Sunday, March 18 Cost: Adults $15; seniors 55 and

older $12; students $5 Location: Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville Info: (952) 895-4680 or ticketmaster.com

BIRD WATCHING TREK The refuge is home to a great variety of habitats. This makes it possible to observe a remarkable variety of waterfowl, raptors, warblers and sparrows as they migrate north in the spring. Birders of all skill levels are welcome. Bring binoculars, a field guide and dress for the weather. Time: 9-11 a.m. Monday, March 19 Cost: Free Location: Old Cedar Avenue Trailhead, 9500 Old Cedar Ave. S., Bloomington Info: (952) 854-5900 or fws.gov/ midwest/minnesotavalley

‘HUNGER GAMES’ PARTY FOR TEENS Get ready for the release of the “Hunger Games” movie with this free party. Teens in sixth through 12th grades can experience cuisine, challenges and handiwork from the “districts.” The tribute with the best survival skills will triumph in the “arena” and win a $25 movie gift card. Registration is recommended. Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 22 Cost: Free Location: Prior Lake Library, 16210 Eagle Creek Ave. Info: Sign up in advance on the “district” of your choice at (952) 447-3375 or e-mail pllibrary@ co.scott.mn.us

EGG HUNT AT LAKEFRONT PARK The Prior Lake Recreation Department hosts this annual event for children. In addition to egg hunts and an appearance by the Easter bunny, there will be pony rides, a police car and fire truck and entertainment. Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase. Don’t forget to bring your camera. No registration is required. Egg hunt times are 1:15 p.m. (ages 3 and under); 1:25 p.m. (ages 4-7); and 1:35 p.m. (ages 8 and up). Time: 1-3 p.m. Saturday, March 31 Cost: Free Location: Lakefront Park, 5000 Kop Parkway, Prior Lake Info: cityofpriorlake.com or (952) 447-9820

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Bloomington’s 17th annual Taste of Chocolate celebrates the art of chocolate and the arts in Bloomington. Chocolatiers will compete in the dessert competition for The Best Chocolate Dessert and The Best Chocolate Confection. Event highlights feature a silent auction and raffle. Guests will also enjoy performances by members of the arts organizations of the Bloomington Fine Arts Council including Angelica Cantanti Youth Choirs, Bloomington Chorale, Continental Ballet Company and NOTEable Singers. Proceeds benefit The Bloomington Fine Arts Council. Time: Noon-4 p.m. Sunday, March 11 Cost: $25 in advance; $30 at the door Location: Bloomington Center for the Arts, 1800 W. Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington Info: tasteofchocolate.org or (952) 563-8562

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A Master Gardener and CSA owner has compiled a list of 10 of the most popular plants to grow and will offer hints about how to grow them successfully from start to harvest. Some vegetables can be planted as early as April for early harvest. This is a two-session class. The March 13 class will focus on the top five early vegetables. Five vegetables that should be planted for later harvest will be covered in the March 20 GIFTS OF THE MAPLE Discover the maple syruping process. Master Gardener class. Attend one or both classes. Watch sap boil in the evaporator, Time: 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, March 13 hike to see tapped trees and Cost: Free taste real maple syrup. As trails to Location: Shakopee Library, 235 S. the trees can be icy, uneven and moderately maintained, strollers are Lewis St., Shakopee Info: (952) 233-9590 or www.scott. not recommended. For all ages. lib.mn.us Time: 3-4 p.m. Sundays, March 11 and 25 Cost: Free Location: Richardson Nature Center, 8737 E. Bush Lake Road, Bloomington Info: (763) 559-9000 or SHAKOPEECONNECT BLT: threeriversparkdistrict.org

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The following students were named to the Prior Lake High School first semester 2011-12 honor roll for earning grade-point-averages of 3.0 or higher. Grade 9 Algyer, Lauren J., Amundson, Carter, Anderson, Lindsey V., Anderson, Payton J., Andre, Jacob N., Andrews, Katlyn M., Asleson, Kelsi L., Avis, Zachary D., Bachmeier, Patricia L., Bakay, Olesya, Baker, Brooke M., Baker, Evelyn M., Bantley, Skylar R., Barton, Shaye M., Bateman, Matthew J., Bemis, Matthew R., Benedict, Chelsea M., Berg, Elissa A., Berg, Jason T., Bezdicek, Jacob, Bixby, Benjamin D., Bores, Keara E., Brayden, Nicole E., Brekhus, Emma J., Buckeye, Revae K., Burke, Cecelia M., Bush, Brandon, Caldwell, Logan D., Caskey, Alexandra M., Chmielewski, Delaney R., Clements, Hailey J., Clifford, Austin R., Cox, Connor C., Cox, Emily E., Cramer, Rachel A., Creger, Jae C., Crist, Charles R., Dahlquist, Logan R., Dao, Calvin M., Decesare, Timothy P., Deis, Allie C., Deis, Emily K., Devanathan, Krithika, Doherty, Shawn M., Dols, Eric J., Dunn, Alexander H., Dupont, Shelby M., Dysthe, Joshua H., Eich, Taylor O., Eiter, Lincoln T., Elshaw, Taylor M., Emerson, Quinn P., Evans, Hayley A., Faber, Peyton R., Failor, Vanessa P., Faragher, Jessica L., Fawbush, Morgan, Fenske, Kyle K., Fenton, Andrew J., Ferrer, Olivia A., Finn, Emma, Ford, Larissa M., Fritze, Calle M., Gaffney, Austin M., Garborg, Tucker, Garrison, Benjamin J., Gates, Isabelle A., Genrick, Carter I., Gill, Matthew T., Glaser, Ryan J., Gleason, Anthony, Goetsch, Elizabeth, Goldy, Zoe K., Gordon, Connor J., Green, Daron J., Greene, Keaton L., Grishchuk, Sergey S., Grobel, Macy C., Grosklags, Jason, Gruebele, Dane M., Gustin, Michael J., Gutoske, Joseph H., Hadden, Kate M., Haedt, Ryan M., Hall, Stephen F., Halpenny, Grace M., Hansen, Andrew, Hanson, Abigail G., Hanson, Benjamin D., Hanson, Samuel G., Harris, Alexa, Harris, Lindsey M., Har t, Alexander W., Hauge, Tyler, Hendrickson, Sean J., Henningsen, Isabella S., Henzler, Alyssa N., Hepola, Matthew L., Hesse, Andrew G., Hill, Madeline E., Hoodecheck, Nicholas C., Hopko, Meghan T., Howard, Jason K., Hua, Cyndi H., Huble, Caitlin R., Huss, Kaylee L., Jacobson, Rachel J., Janssen, Sara D., Jensen, Cole S., Jensen, Heather A., Johnson, Kathryn M., Johnson, Marissa L., Jones, Taylor R., Joyner, Austin, Juell, Charles P., Jung, Zachrey T., Kearns, Bailey L., Keller, Danielle D., Kemper, Benjamin

R., Keo, Amanda K., Keough, Brenna N., Kiewiet, Corey M., King, Coleton T., Klein, Katherine R., Kleist, Rachel C., Klima, Mackenzie M., Klingfus, Bailey J., Kraus, Gjebrina J., Krueger, Kelly J., Kruger, Hannah M., Kulstad, Alexander S., Kumpula, Victoria B., Lake, Makenna M., Laporte, Emma M., Larson, Brianna L., Le, Hannah L., Leech, Ashlee A., Leeper, Jordyn E., Lemair, Jenna H., Lepasepp, Megan A., Leung, Cindy S., Lietzau, Olivia J., Lind, Sophie K., Lins, Joseph, Lucci, Mikayla J., Luethmers, Brittany J., Luskey, Emily J., Maldonado, Noah M., Manderfeld, Kyle T., Mandery, Lauren E., Marxen, Maggie M., Mathisen, Brenna C., Matthews-Mooers, Isaiah J., Maxfield, Hayden S., Mcbrayer, Shae C., Mccaustlin, Kendal N., Mccorkle, Trayvon T., Mcelwain, Samantha M., Mcginnis, Brady C., Mckague, Nicholas R., Menden, Grant K., Miller, Kayla B., Miller, Makena R., Mitchell, Justine M., Moen, Anna K., Moran, Andrew T., Morrison, Mary A., Mueller, Anna C., Murphy, Jonathan D., Murr, Thomas R., Nieson, Emily A., Norton, Amanda C., Olson, Drew T., Olson, Lucas L., Ornes, Kaija L., Orum, Alex G., Oss, Danielle A., Patrick, Aaron J., Patton, Thomas J., Peden, Brooklin M., Penton, Alyssa P., Peot, Victoria M., Peterson, Claire N., Peterson, Emily M., Peterson, Sophie G., Pfeiffer, Amanda A., Pflipsen, Zachary W., Phung, Baomi T., Pieper, Daniel S., Poepping, Michaela R., Polries, Joselyn E., Pomije, Joseph J., Prak, Chanviraksathia, Pratt, Samantha J., Pribble, Erin M., Primeau, Alycia E., Prochaska, Rachel H., Quach, Michelle, Ramsey, Adam D., Rapley, Michael W., Remde, Adam S., Resh, Aidan G., Riley, Quinn S., Robitschek, Naomi A., Rocco, Nicole E., Roddie, Taylor R., Rodgers, Parker L., Ruelle, Margaret M., Ruminsky, Alicia N., Sabin, Nicholas J., Sale, Katherine E., Sammis, Lindsay A., Sanchez, Morgan E., Sandness, Charlotte V., Scanlon, Isaac S., Scherer, Sydney, Schmitz, Anna E., Schmitz, Lauren J., Schmokel, Samantha M., Schneider, Erin E., Schoenhofen, Jacob C., Schons, Joseph R., Schrader, Sarah E., Schroeder, Rose E., Schroeder, Sarah S., Schultze, Hailey K., Schumacher, Tate R., Schwartz, Hunter E., Schwartz, Madison E., Schwarz, Andrew M., Seefeld, Samantha R., Seifert, Jake D., Semerad, Natali L., Seng, Somatra C., Sharratt, Camryn E., Sheldon, Taylor M., Shorba, Jessica A., Skare, Charleena R., Solie, Steven R., Soukup, Ali M., Soukup, Katelyn P., Sowder, Cullen E., Stahl, Matthew J., Steichen, Kara L., Steinhouse, Anna L.,

Steinkamp, Samuel H., Streifel, Rylee P., Stutelberg, Morgan A., Sukola, Abigail J., Sumner, Duncan K., Thompson, Alexander M., Torvik, Caleb L., Towey, Allison M., Trabold, Daniel B., Tribby, Kevin, Tuttle, Tyler G., Tye, Emma K., Uy, Vanessa S., Vaage, Nicholas, Valek, Sydney A., Vavra, Jennifer M., Vig, Brooklyn E., Vincent, Kaylie A., Vitters, Jake T., Vohnoutka, Elizabeth R., Wagner, Alison L., Walerius, Andrew W., Walton, Bradley M., Ward, Katherine A., Warfield, Annika L., Way, Alicia S., Welch, Evan J., Weller, Jade P., Wera, Aimee J., Whipps, Zachary M., Wiedemann, Sydney D., Will, Shelby A., Wise, Sierra J., Wohlers, Paige M., Zachary, Lauren T. and Zepp, Sydney A. Grade 10 Abbott, Charles T., Abernethy, Kiyrie M., Allenson, Carter J., Amundson, Leah B., Anderson, Erica K., Anderson, Holly K., Anderson, Kaia A., Anderson, Luke C., Anderson, Madisyn E., Ansell, Natalie I., Babcock, Adam C., Bah, Tyler A., Bahr, Zachary K., Bakay, Milana M., Banasikowski, Monica M., Barnes, Brendan A., Beer, David G. Iii, Beers, Haley M., Bembenek, Garrett L., Berg, Ryan N., Binkowski, Erik M., Bird, Alec W., Blanco, Jhony M., Boger, Aaron R., Bolin, Cory J., Bowser, Kaitlin M., Boyle, Jonathan R., Brackett, Haley M., Brandt, Lexi M., Brandt, Tara L., Brautigam, Cal R., Brinkley, Mariana E., Broadwell, Abby T., Brown, Tyler M., Buesgens, Abigail J., Bunker, Dana J., Cammerrer, Kelly N., Carlisle, Blake R., Carlson, Sean R., Charbonneau, Jessica H., Chase, Jason R., Check, Holly K., Chem, Bryan G., Cheney, Gwen K., Cherucheril, Mathew S., Chieu, Tien N., Christopher, Mackenzie J., Church, Addison E., Clemons, Colin M., Collins, Alexandra C., Colucci, Brandon D., Cook, Chloe G., Cooper, Chase J., Corcoran, Jennifer L., Cowles, Perry L., Cox, Sarah A., Cunningham, Elizabeth K., Dais, Logan C., Daleske, Jessica B., Davis, Megan K., Dawson, Brett P., Deavers, Kacie N., Delly, Jake O., Dessler, Taylor R., Dicicco, Maria E., Dobransky, Holley A., Dore, Maci M., Drews, Zachary R., Dube, Claudia M., Dunbar, Mickel A., Eastman, Haley J., Edwards, Tyler D., Eisma, Nathan T., Eiter, Isaac M., Elshaw, Alexandra M., Emory, Laura R., Fabian, Breanna K., Farnen, Jack G., Faul, Jason C., Feilen, Gretchen E., Feldt, Connor S., Ferrier, Emily F., Finneman, Erin M., Fisher, Joshua P., Folkerds, Joshua R., Fossum, Anna R., Fraasch, Blakely J., Francis, Carter S., Friedrich, Sarah J., Fritze, Brenna L., Gabbard, Andrew S., Galles, Amber

N., Garborg, Davis T., Gardner, Taylor J., Gill, Brandon G., Gillies, Jessica R., Glick, Elizabeth M., Goode, Colton C., Goodwin, Grace L., Grant, Tevin J., Gray, Sean G., Greives, Samuel R., Grund, Apryl R., Gulstad, Annalise N., Gulstad, Emily J., Haakenson, Connor L., Hall, Alexa L., Hall, Samantha L., Halstrom, Bailey N., Halverson, Tyler J., Halvorson, Brooke M., Hanson, Zachary D., Harr, Teagen M., Henderson, Nicole C., Henderson, Sarah L., Hille, Sabrina R., Hindt, Hanna J., Hinh, Hannah C., Hobbs, Cody S., Hockman, Kathryn E., Hoium, Lauren K., Holst, Johnathan L., Houle, Lydia A., Houston, Jonathan H., Hovick, Megan M., Huynh, Andy N., Huynh, Isabel, Huynh, Sontra T., Jamieson, Ian R., Jinadu, Maryam O., Johannes, Elizabeth A., Johnson, Dylan J., Johnson, Katherine E., Johnson, Samantha D., Johnson, Sydney R., Johnson, Whitney M., Johnson-Mork, Tanner J., Jokinen, Anna K., Jondal, Kathryn E., Jury, Kelsey R., Kamath, Monica, Karsseboom, Jacob J., Keller, Erin V., Kelly, Taylor R., Keo, Marilyn K., Keo, Vanessa S., King, Jordan U., Kitzke, Jenna E., Klamm, Katherine M., Klein, Michael R., Koll, Kayla M., Konters, Laura K., Kooistra, Grace E., Kraft, Samantha M., Kramer, Marianna M., Kramer, Nicolas M., Kumpula, Ashlynn M., Lair, Kendra, Laleman, Jenna C., Laluzerne, Kurt, Laridaen, Shane T., Larson, Haley R., Larson, Joseph J., Larson, Le Ann J., Lattery, Kara L., Lawman, Grace M., Lee, Ashton D., Lee, Jordan, Lee, Sunny, Lein, Lucas R., Lenards, Maisie H., Lesmeister, Megan E., Letizio, Corey L., Lewis, Haleigh J., Libert, Zoe B., Lindstrom, Cassandra H., Loehr, Anthony T., Loftus, Andrea A., Lund, Conor M., Lund, Hannah R., Lundquist, Mitchell M., Luskey, Valerie E., Luth, Jacqueline B., Magalis, Kendell M., Martinez, Stefan J., Mathiowetz, John P., Mcgahan, Heather M., Mcgraw, Elizabeth L., Mcquade, Stephanie E., Mcwilliams, Skyler J., Megarry, Ali E., Meiners, Gage D., Mertens, Alexa M., Miedema, Marit P., Miller, Emily J., Miller, Gavin R., Miller, Gregory P., Miller, Justin N., Miller, Lauren C., Millerhagen, John B., Mireau, Mackenzie R., Mireau, Madison P., Muller, Allison K., Munson, Caddie J., Muraski, Morgan L., Murphy, Jack E., Murr, Ashley M., Narpaul, Nisha C., NehringMohr, Morgan R., Nelson, Hannah J., Nelson, Margaret E., Nelson, Shelby R., Neuharth, Treyton M., Neumann, Arie M., Nguyen, Anthony A., Nielsen, Cole A., Norlin-Stevenson, Markell M., Honor roll to B7

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Notermann, Jacob P., Nunez, Johanna L., Nusbaum, George B., Oestreich, Austin M., Oliver, Nicole B., Olson, Liam E., O’neil, Sean R., Orzechowski, Kaitlyn E., Painter, Hannah E., Palluck, Hailey K., Palma, Austin J., Palmer, Alison A., Panek, Isabel N., Panemalaythong, Keye L., Parks, Michael T., Peller, Maria L., Perry, Ella R., Peterson, Kevin, Peterson, Megan E., Peterson, Thomas G., Pitcher, Louise E., Plinck, Daniel P., Porter, Holli C., Presler, Lakyn A., Preslicka, Leah K., Provost, Samantha N., Quinn, Andrew, Radach, Riley C., Rectenwal, Lauren L., Ring, Olivia M., Ritala, Jeffrey, Roberts, Taylor C., Rodewald, Madelyn, Rodriguez, Alyssa A., Roese, Carly, Roiger, Michael, Rooney, Nicholas C., Ruelle, Anne, Ruesink, Caleb C., Rykken, Tessa R., Sabol, Taylor, Samuelson, Jennifer C., Sandback, Jordan, Sanvik, Jacob, Schafer, Danielle, Schaff, Terry J., Schell, Mackenzie N., Scheunemann, Madeline S., Schneider, Jesse, Schrope, Jonathan, Schultz, Robert Jr, Sears, Madison M., Seng, Crisna K., Sernett, Bailey M., Sexe, Mackenzie J., Sharratt, Delaney, Shoultz, Alyssa M., Shupe, Danielle A., Sickmann, Katherine, Silva-Breen, Hannah L., Simonson, Jenna, Soderquist, Rachel, Sopczyk, Joseph, Sopczyk, Molly, Spang, Courtney, Stark, Sarah, Stecker, Makenzi M., Stovern, Olivia, Strait, Taylor N., Sturm, Hunter, Sudlow, Emily M., Swensen, Nicole J., Tanner, Luciana M., Tauer, Kristina M., Tell, Angela, Theis, Lillian, Thielen, Mackenzie R., Thomas, Krestyn J., Thostenson, Matthew D., Tieman, Cassandra M., Tornes, Blake C., Trajano, Danielle, Tran, Mason, Trence, Nathan A., Truso, Austin T., Vadnais, Mikaela, Veldman, Hannah, Venteicher, Hanna, Violett, Macy, Vu, Quynh-Hanh E., Wa Ngoyi, Ngoyi, Wagner, Kendra, Walker, Kayla D., Wall, Cassidy, Walsh, Emily, Wangsnes, Ryan, Wehrs, Alexander, Weiers, Chloe, Wetterberg, Brandon S., Wildes, Xavier S., Williams, Alexys, Williams, Christine, Winkelman, Colton B., Wiskow, Jordan C., Wolf, Amanda, Wolf, Nolan, Woodrow, Melinda R., Woolweaver, Alana D., Wright, John W., Wright, Zachary B., Zimbinski, William J., Ziskovsky, Heather, Zoeller, Ryan, Zupan, Taylor M. and Zweber, Hailey M.

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Harvest Alliance meets March 15 Preserving farmland, protecting family farms and the effects changes to Green Acres laws have on taxes are the topics for information and discussion at the annual meeting of the Local Harvest Alliance on March 15. Highlighted will be the current status of the Scott County Highway 8 expansion project. The meeting takes place from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at the State Bank of New Prague, 1101 First St. Legislative updates on the effort to weaken township and local community rights are also on the agenda. Coffee and desserts will be available.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Information provided here is offered as a service through this paper in cooperation with the Scott-Carver Association for Volunteer Involvement. SAVI works to increase the effective use of volunteers to meet community needs throughout the area. Participation is open to individuals and organizations working in the volunteer sector in both counties.

Big Brothers Big Sisters The Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Greater Twin Cities announces its newest program, Big Families, which engages a mentor in a relationship with a young person with a defined supplemental role for the mentor’s family. Contact: (651) 789-2490.

Scott County Historical Society Administrative assistant: C omplet e ad m i n i st r at ive tasks such as mailings, answeri ng phones, g reeti ng visitors a nd more. Assist visitors in the research library and with public tours, as well as assist with maintenance of museum collections a n d c ol le c t io n s r e c or d s . Training provided, f lexible schedule. Event helper: Assist staff with hands-on activities at Kids K ra ft prog rams, the last Saturday of each month. Training provided. Volunteer one, two or more dates. Contact: Kathy at (952) 445-0378 or info@scottcountyhistory.org.

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Information meeting set for Miss MN Valley candidates The Miss MN Valley/Queen of the Seasons Program is recruiting young women for the 2012 royalty year. Candidates must be 8 to 18 years old by the May 1 application deadline. The program is open to those who reside or attend school within the following communities: Belle Plaine, Burnsville, Chanhassen, Chaska, Eden Prairie, Jordan, New Prague, Prior Lake, Savage and Shakopee. Roya lt y a re i nvolved i n Ch a mb er event s, pa rades, fundraising, volunteering for nonprofit organizations (Relay For Life, Carver-Scott Humane Society, Salvation Army, Feed My Starving Children, VFW Women’s Auxiliary, Loaves & Fishes), making new friendships, and learning about each town’s historical background and local businesses. Potential candidates are

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publicnotices Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State Assumed Name/Certificate Of Assumed Name Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 File Number: Date Filed: January 21, 2012 The filing of an assumed name does not provide a user with exclusive rights to that name. The filing is required as a consumer protection, in order to enable consumers to be able to identify the true owner of a business. 1. List the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: Haugen Financial Group 2. Principal Place of Business: 14093 Commerce Ave NE, Prior Lake, MN 55372 3. List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address. Attach additional sheet(s) if necessary: Jack G. Haugen – 10493 Commerce Ave, Prior Lake, MN 55372 – J. Kyle Haugen – 14093 Commerce Ave, Prior Lake, MN 55372 – Haugen Agency, Ltd – 14093 Commerce Ave – Prior Lake, MN 55372 4. I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. Signature: J. Kyle Haugen, Chief Financial Officer Kyle Haugen - Contact Name 952-4404-8200 Date: 2/21/12 (Published in the Prior Lake American on Saturday, March 3 and 10, 2012; No. 7649) NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AN AMENDMENT TO THE C-2 (GENERAL BUSINESS) ZONING DISTRICT You are hereby notified that the Prior Lake Planning Commission will hold a public hearing at Prior Lake City Hall, located at 4646 Dakota Street SE, on: Monday, March 26th, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible. The purpose of the public hearing is to consider a request for an amendment to allow self-storage units as a Land Use in the C-2 (General Business) Zoning District. If you wish to be heard in reference to this matter, you should attend the public hearing. The Planning Commission will consider oral and written comments. If you have questions regarding this matter or would like to view the proposed amended Code language, please contact the Prior Lake Community and Economic Development Department at (952) 447-9810 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Prepared this 28th day of February, 2012. Peter Aldritt, Community Development Assistant City of Prior Lake (Published in the Prior Lake American on Saturday, March 3 and 10, 2012; No. 7650) REQUEST FOR QUOTE FOR PARK MAINTENANCE Spring Lake Township S p r i n g L a ke Tow n s h i p i s requesting quotes for Turf and Ground Maintenance its Fish Lake Park and Town Hall grounds located at 20381 Fairlawn Avenue. Interested parties should contact the Township Clerk, Kathy Nielsen, at (952) 492-7030 to obtain a quote sheet and detailed maintenance specifications. All quotes must include a copy of the certificate of insurance showing current worker’s compensation coverage or a general liability policy with an aggregate limit of at least $300,000.

Quotes must be received at the office of the Township Clerk at Spring Lake Township, 20381 Fairlawn Avenue, Prior Lake, MN by no later than Wednesday, March 28, 2012. The Township Board reserves the right to reject any and all quotes. Kathy Nielsen, Spring Lake Township Clerk (Published in the Prior Lake American on Saturday, March 10, 2012; No. 7654) Agenda Credit River Township Annual Meeting March 13, 2012, 8:30pm Legends Club 8670 Credit River Blvd. Prior Lake, MN 55372 8:30 pm Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance 8:32 pm Elect Moderator 8:35 pm Announce Agenda for the Meeting 8:37 pm Overview of Minutes from 2011 Annual Meeting & 2012 Board of Audit Report 8:50 pm Road Report 8:55 pm Snowplowing Report 9:00 pm NPDES/Culvert Reports 9:05 pm Financial Report 9:20 pm Discuss meeting continuation for levy decisions 9:22 pm Election Report 9:25 pm General Discussion Items · Depository · Publisher · Posting Place 9:45 pm Motion to set the location and the time to convene the 2013 Annual Meeting 10:00 pm Motion to Adjourn/ Recess Meeting to September 10, 2012 at 7pm (Published in the Prior Lake American on Saturday, March 10, 2012; No. 7655) Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State Assumed Name/Certificate Of Assumed Name Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 File Number: Date Filed: February 24, 2012 The filing of an assumed name does not provide a user with exclusive rights to that name. The filing is required as a consumer protection, in order to enable consumers to be able to identify the true owner of a business. 1. List the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: Steam Master Carpet & Upholstery Specialist 2. Principal Place of Business: 15757 Texas Avenue, Prior Lake, MN 55372 3. List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address. Attach additional sheet(s) if necessary: Mark Dunkley – 15757 Texas Avenue, Prior Lake, MN 55372 4. I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. Signature: Mark Dunkley – Business Owner Mark Dunkley - Contact Name 763-238-6634 Date: 02/12/12 (Published in the Prior Lake American on Saturday, March 10 and 17, 2012; No. 7656) PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF HEARING ON APPLICATION FOR A DNR GRANT PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that a public hearing will be held on an application submittal for an “Outdoor Recreation Grant to the Minnesota DNR” by the Township of Cedar Lake. The public hearing is scheduled before the Board of Cedar Lake

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Township at 8:45 p.m. on Tuesday the 13 th day of March, at the St. Patrick Social Hall, 24425 Old Hwy. 13 Blvd., Jordan, MN 55352. Dated: March 5, 2012 Arnita Novotny Clerk, Cedar Lake Township (Published in the Prior Lake American on Saturday, March 10, 2012; No. 7657) Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State Assumed Name/Certificate Of Assumed Name Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 File Number: Date Filed: February 24, 2012 The filing of an assumed name does not provide a user with exclusive rights to that name. The filing is required as a consumer protection, in order to enable consumers to be able to identify the true owner of a business. 1. List the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: All Around Home Inspections 2. Principal Place of Business: 4122 207th Street E, Prior Lake, MN 55372 3. List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address. Attach additional sheet(s) if necessary: All Around Home Improvements, Inc – 4122 207th Street E, Prior Lake, MN 55372 4. I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. Signature: Douglas Osterman, President Doug Osterman - Contact Name 952-237-3364 Date: 2/6/2012 (Published in the Prior Lake American on Saturday, March 10 and 17, 2012; No. 7658) NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A REQUEST FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW SITE GRADING IN EXCESS OF 400 CUBIC YARDS You are hereby notified that the Prior Lake Planning Commission will hold a public hearing at Prior Lake City Hall, located at 4646 Dakota Street SE, on: Monday, March 26th, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible. Richard Langer is requesting a Conditional Use Permit to allow site grading in excess of 400 cubic yards to fill in a low area. That part of Lot 5, MEADOW LAWN, Scott County, Minnesota, according to the recorded plat thereof, which lies south of a line drawn at a right angles to the west line of said Lot 5 from the northwest corner of said Lot 5. PID 25-135-005-0 Prepared this 6th day of March, 2012. Peter Aldritt, Community Development Assistant City of Prior Lake (Published in the Prior Lake American on Saturday, March 10, 2012; No. 7659) NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A REQUEST FOR A VARIANCE TO ALLOW A GRAVEL PARKING LOT You are hereby notified that the Prior Lake Planning Commission will hold a public hearing at Prior Lake City Hall, located at 4646 Dakota Street SE, on: Monday, March 26, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible. Stantech Consulting on behalf of Scott County is requesting a Variance to allow for the construction of a gravel parking lot. The property is legally described as follows: PID: 25-933-004-1, 25-904-004-1 The Westerly 950 feet of the

Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 33, Township 115 North, Range 22 West, Scott County, Minnesota; and The Northerly 530 feet of the Westerly 950 feet of the Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 4, Township 114 North, Range 22 West, Scott County, Minnesota. Prepared this 6th day of March, 2012. Peter Aldritt Community Development Assistant City of Prior Lake (Published in the Prior Lake American on Saturday, March 10, 2012; No. 7660) NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A REQUEST FOR A VARIANCE TO ALLOW CONSTRUCTION OF A DRIVEWAY You are hereby notified that the Prior Lake Planning Commission will hold a public hearing at Prior Lake City Hall, located at 4646 Dakota Street SE, on: Monday, March 26, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible. William Peterson is requesting a Variance from the minimum side yard setback in the R-1 (Low Density Residential) Zoning District. The property is legally described as follows: That part of Lot 1 Block 1 MARTINSON’S POINT, Scott County, Minnesota, lying North and East of the following described line: Commencing at the Northwest corner of said Lot 1; thence on an assumed bearing of the South 04 degrees 59 minutes 00 seconds East along the West line of said Lot 1, a distance of 17.50 feet to the point of beginning of the line to be described; thence North 89 degrees 46 minutes 04 seconds East a distance of 50.00; thence South 44 degrees 26 minutes 44 seconds East, a distance of 109.23 feet; thence South 32 degrees 43 minutes 06 seconds East a distance of 28.67 feet; thence South 09 degrees 20 minutes 31 seconds East, a distance of 64.17 feet; thence South 14 degrees 50 minutes 00 seconds East, a distance of 42 feet, more or less, to the shore of Prior Lake and there terminating. Address: 1529 Edgewater Circle NE PID: 25-093-001-0 Prepared this 6th day of March, 2012. Peter Aldritt Community Development Assistant City of Prior Lake (Published in the Prior Lake American on Saturday, March 10, 2012; No. 7661) SPRING LAKE TOWNSHIP NOTICE OF ANNUAL TOWN MEETING Notice is hereby given that the Spring Lake Township Annual Town Meeting will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 13, 2012, to conduct all necessary business as prescribed by law. The Annual Town Meeting will be held at the following location: SPRING LAKE TOWNSHIP TOWN HALL 20381 Fairlawn Avenue Prior Lake, MN If the meeting can not be conducted on March 8th due to bad weather, the meeting will be held at 7:00 p.m. on March 20, 2012. If bad weather prevents meeting on both March 13th and March 15th, the Board will, within 30 days, establish and publish an alternative date for the annual meeting. Kathy Nielsen, Clerk Spring Lake Township (Published in the Prior Lake American on Saturday, March 10, 2012; No. 7662)

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Shakopee Rentals

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Prior Lake Rentals

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Nightly, weekly, monthly

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REAL ESTATE

Spring is just Houses New home, 3 car garage, walkout, custom cabinets, roomy floor plan. $169,900, New Prague. Zero down financing, Randy Kubes Realtor 612-599-7440

$150 & up weekly $35 & up daily Micro/Fridge/WIFI 1 BR APARTMENT Section 8 project Low income rent to qualifying persons. Age 62 or older. 30% of income Smoke-free units available

Shakopee Housing 952-403-1086

Savage Rentals

1 BR apartment, nice, available now, lease. Reasonable. 952-4452739

1BR $645, 2BR $745. Pets ok. 952-356-0611

1 BR, basement apt., no pets. $635, garage included. 952-496-3485

Lots/Acreage

952-445-7111

Waconia Rentals 2BR, private entrance, porch, $695. + utilities, garage available. 612867-4829

Classified

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BUILDING

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Major credit cards accepted

New Prague

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UPHOLSTERY PAINT/WALLPAPER Greg Anderson Painting 4 generations experience. Painting, staining, enameling. Taping repairs. 952-445-6816

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ODD JOBS

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Experienced, professional personal service at a reasonable price. Year-round service. Call or email for appt: 952-240-5279

Business & Personal Tax Service

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Full-Time

EMPLOYMENT Full-Time ASSOCIATE TRAINEE Real Estate Career Excellent Potential Fast Growth

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

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

Shakopee: 952-445-7167

Full-Time

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

Marketing Specialist Auburn Homes & Services is expanding! We are currently hiring a marketing specialist for the Chaska/Waconia Area. Please see our website at: www.auburnhomes.org for details. EOE/AAP

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

Cutting Edge Home Care Agency Home Health Care, Inc. is a leading family owned provider of Home Health Care Services in the Twin cities. We're growing rapidly and using iPads for electronic charting. We are seeking RN Case Managers, RPTs, OTRs and SLPs in the SW and SE surrounding suburbs of the Twin cities. Competitive pay and benefits. Email resume to mlecy@hhcare.net

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

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

SPORTS DOME FACILITY MANAGER SAVAGE The City of Savage is soliciting proposals from qualified Sports Dome Facility Management firms interested in providing management and operational services for the Savage Indoor Sports Facility, a seasonal dome, which will be owned by the City of Savage. The selected provider shall perform complex professional, technical and administrative work in directing all operations of the Savage Indoor Sports Facility including: marketing, scheduling, maintenance, and management of appropriate personnel. Previous experience or applicable experience is preferred. A copy of the RFP can be found on the City of Savage website at www.cityofsavage.com or by calling 952.882.2660. Deadline for proposals is March 28, 2012 by 4:30 p.m.

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

Field Service Technician Inquiries should have a minimum of 2 years experience oil processing, assembling, and testing power transformers. Candidates must be willing to travel extensively. You must be able to obtain a CDL or carry a current CDL. We offer competitive wages, 401K plan and medical package. Send resume to: hr@jordantransformer.com or fax 952-492-6947. JORDAN TRANSFORMER, LLC Carpentry Contractors Co. is NOW HIRING dependable, hard working employees for entry level in our field Framing or Window Installation divisions. Carpentry Contractors Co. is a market leading, residential new construction sub-contractor in the greater Twin Cities Metropolitan area since 1980. Employment requirements are; independent transportation, valid D/L, must pass a pre-employment physical, drug test and back ground check. Wages DOQ. Full Time Regular employees are offered an excellent benefit package which includes; medical, dental, and life insurance, 401k opportunities, and earned paid vacations. Learn more at www.CarpentryContractors.com, or find us on www.facebook.com. Job line 952-380-3720

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

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

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

Regional Drivers w/CDL-A exp. We're Growing, $1500 SignOn, OTR, O/O pkgs. Bonuses/Benefits. www.heyl.net; 800-9739161

Part-Time

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

Shakopee Landscape Company has immediate openings for lawn crew positions. Experience not req. but is preferred. Must be able to work independently and maintain positive & professional attitude at all times. Call 612-396-0622 to fill out application or submit resume. Utility Locator Twin City Metro Area Multiple positions available. Must have 3-5 year locating experience. Valid driver's license and clean driving record. Please send resumes to AccessHR2012@yahoo.com

Local Garbage Company looking for the following positions. Sales, Driver (CDL req.), Mechanic. Exp needed. Benefits. Fill application at: 5980 Credit River Rd, Prior Lake, MN 55372. 952-226-6441

Part-Time

Do you enjoy challenges? Are you a quick thinker and energetic? LearningRx in Savage is hiring cognitive skills trainers to help students overcome learning struggles. It's like being a personal trainer for the the brain! 10-25 hours/wk. Great pay. Training included. Degree preferred. Send resume and cover letter to brad@learningrx.net City of Chaska, Minnesota

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

Full-Time

A New Career

Part-Time NOW HIRING SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS

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

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Wyn Ray 952-556-1750

Part-Time Confirm delivery of advertising circular to your home. https://www. secretshopper.com/tcv to sign up. Pays $10. Experienced, licensed, commercial lines CSR needed for mid-sized independent agency. SW suburbs. Please email resume: lynda@caminnesota.com

or fax 952-448-3304. Garden Center Merchandiser, Floral Plant Growers is looking for a seasonal (April-June) merchandiser to work in Chaska or Eden Prairie Garden Center. Send resume to; mnjob@natbeauty.com House Aide $11.20/ hr. PT weekend/ evening hours. Must have experience caring for elderly. Residential group home for 5-6 Seniors. Community Assisted Living Shakopee 952-440-3955 Independent contractor needed immediately, to deliver newspapers in Prior Lake. Start at 1 am Saturday & Sunday mornings. Jennifer 952292-2532 Jordan Elementary School is looking for a long term substitute Special Education Teacher. Position is for approximately 5 weeks. Need to hire as soon as possible. Please send application, letter of interest and credentials to Scott Hare, Special Education Director, 500 Sunset Drive, Jordan, MN 55352 952-492-4320 Jordan Elementary School is looking for a Special Education substitute teacher from May 15 to the end of the school year. Please send application, letter of interest and credentials to Scott Hare, Special Education Director, 500 Sunset Drive, Jordan, MN 55352 952-4924230. Position open until filled.

2011-2012 SCHOOL YEAR No experience Necessary will train Starting wage $13.25 per hour DOE No DUI's, must have Class D license at least 3 years And be 21 years of age Positive Connections 460 N Hickory Street Chaska, MN 55318 952-361-0899

Personal care working with adults with developmental disabilities every other weekend. Sat. 7am-3pm, Sun. 7am2pm 952-445-1680 PT help needed. Bartender/ Server. Nights and weekend mornings. Experience preferred. PT short order cook needed for weekend mornings, experienced. Call Laura 952448-2289 St. Andrew Lutheran Church in Eden Prairie is looking for two parttime custodians. Applicants must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, work independently, and have a helpful and positive attitude. Send resume to gbach@standrewlu.org

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

Seasonal Positions MOTORSPORT SALES Now hiring seasonal motorsport sales, we are looking for enthusiastic, detail oriented sales professionals. Retail experience a plus, multi lingual candidates a plus and women are encouraged to apply. E-mail sales@citiesedge.com or call 952-224-2054 ext 4

Sales Positions

Nurse Opening, Food Service Positions Available. Burnsville Eagan Savage School District. Visit www.isd191.org to apply

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

Seasonal Positions

Seasonal Hwy Maintenance Worker Salary range: $9.22 - $12.20 p/h DOQ

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

Community Living Inc, 952-443-2048.

Performs a variety of semi-skilled and manual labor necessary for the maintenance of the facilities, grounds, and highways within the Carver Co. Public Works Highway System for the summer season (May - October). MQs: Be at least 18 years of age and have valid DL. See www.co.carver.mn.us for full posting. Apps at Carver Co. ER, 600 E. 4th St., Chaska, MN 55318. Jobline 952-361-1522. Closing 4:30pm, 3/21/12. EOE.

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

or call (952) 233-9320

CLASS A DRIVERS & LABORERS 1st SHIFT

LYMAN LUMBER

is now hiring Class A Drivers & Laborers at our Chanhassen Lumber Yard.

LABORERS will assist drivers & load builders with

Scott County Social Work Case Manager

DRIVERS will deliver building materials through-

30 hrs per week; some evening and weekend hrs required

various tasks, stock product & perform yard maintenance. Starting wage is $9-$10 per hour.

out the Twin Cities Metro Area. Qualified applicants MUST have a valid Class A driver's license, previous driving experience and an acceptable driving record. Starting wage is $14-$15 per hour. All applicants must have a great work attitude, ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, ability to lift 100 pounds and ability to pass a drug test & physical. Apply in person at:

LYMAN LUMBER COMPANY

TOP JOB

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

Full-Time

18900 West 78th Street Chanhassen, MN 55317 952-470-4800 www.LymanLumber-MN.com EOE M/F/D/V

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

See this & other employment ads in this week’s Classifieds

District Outreach Specialist The Prior Lake-Spring Lake Watershed District has an opening for a District Outreach Specialist. This is a full-time, temporary summer intern position. This position is responsible for erosion control and vegetation inspections, reporting and recording of inspection results, public outreach, and additional administrative and/or field duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements: Enrollment or degree earned in natural resources, geography, engineering, or related field preferred. Proficiency in written and oral communication and working knowledge of computer software including Microsoft Word, Excel and Explorer a must, as well as proficiency with keyboarding. Call (952) 447-4166 or contact Nat Kale at: nkale@plslwd.org for additional information. Please submit resumes or letters of interest to nkale@plslwd.org. Position open until filled. www.plslwd.org

Scott County Receptionist County Information Desk PT position working approximately 16 hrs. per week Typical work days will be Thursday and Friday; flexibility desired In this job-share position, you will serve as the first point of contact for visitors to the Government Center: greets & directs customers, performs data entry, maintains records, & provides general information to others. MQs: Requires equivalency of high school graduation. Preference given for receptionist experience greeting people in a high traffic, office setting, & for experience with proofing documents. One must be proficient with MS Office programs, detail oriented, & possess strong customer services skills. Hiring Rate: $14.35/hr to $16.88/hr-DOQ. Selection: Rating of Training & Experience. Closing: 03/21/12. Obtain application from Scott County Employee Relations at (952) 496-8890 or on the Internet at www.co.scott.mn.us. EOE TTY/TDD: (952) 496-8170 Let's Work Together.

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Boats/Motors TRANSPORTATION

March 10, 2012 | B11

Campers Travel Trailers

Motorcycles

Boats/Motors

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

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

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

94 Starcraft, 17ft. Aluminum. Walleye, Bass ½ Console 75hp. Mariner & 8hp. Kicker. $6500. 612-554-6725 or bsehlers3242@gmail.com

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

2001 Camper, 32', 5th wheel 2 slideouts, golfcart, shed $14,500. Excellent condition. Parked on beautiful wooded lot in Zumbrota, 612-720-8683/ 612-5990184

2007 27' Colorardo RL 5th Wheel, 2 Slide $29,500 or best offer. 507-934-4834 M-F after 5:30

2003 Harley Softtail Deuce Anniversary model. 5500 miles. $13,000. 952-447-4280

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

Motorcycles

CASH$$ We buy guns SPORTS STOP Shakopee 952-445-5282 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

2006 Keystone Zeppelin Travel Trailer, $13,500 one owner 952-2015969

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

2004 30' RLDS Fifth Wheel Terry Quantum. Barely used, 2 slides, heated tanks, lots of extra, includes Rigid Hitch $15,500. 952-210-4102.

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

1999 WinneAdventure, 30'. Driver door. 38K original miles. All options, Walk-around bed. Good tires. 40 generator hrs. $17,900/BO. Extra clean! 952-215-2670

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

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

Cars

Motorcycles

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

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PET OF THE WEEK Andre is a brown and black male tabby kitten who was born in May 2011. Initially shy of strangers, Andre soon warms up to be a quiet, friendly kitten who is affectionate when it isn’t play or nap time. He likes when people pet him and is OK being picked up and carried. Andre has some issues with his sight; he can see somewhat, but his rescuers are not sure how much. He gets around fine once he gets familiar with his surroundings,

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Prior Lake robotics teams excel at Snow Drift competition Team 4509, The Men, Prior Lake’s For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST) Tech Challenge (FTC) team, was part of the first-place alliance at the Minnesota Snow Drift FTC Championship robotics tournaments for the third year in a row. Edina’s Team 2887, Bucket Brigade and Waconia’s Team 4001, Exitium joined The Men in the alliance. Bucket Brigade served as the alliance captain and will proceed to the world championships in St. Louis later this year.

The Men is the newest addition to the high school’s robotics program. Prior Lake High School’s Team 3387 Intelligent Chicks in Engineering (ICE) won the Motivate Award, which celebrates team spi rit, and was nominated for two other awards. Team 3385, Mashin’ Taters, another Prior Lake team, was a finalist for the Inspire Award, the highest honor at the competition. Both teams advanced to the final rounds of the competition.

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