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Education ................................................................................................................... 17 Elections .................................................................................................................... 13 Emergencies................................................................................................................. 4 Health & Wellness .................................................................................................... 28 Help & Support Services........................................................................................... 26 History of Victoria....................................................................................................... 6 Introduction ................................................................................................................. 4 Libraries ..................................................................................................................... 11 Licenses & Permits/Documents ............................................................................... 15 Map of Victoria ......................................................................................................... 14 Media ......................................................................................................................... 15 Minnesota, State of ................................................................................................... 13 Parks & Recreation.................................................................................................... 22 Postal Service ............................................................................................................. 15 Preschool & Child Care ............................................................................................ 20 Senior Citizens .......................................................................................................... 24 Townships .................................................................................................................... 9 Transportation ........................................................................................................... 16 United States.............................................................................................................. 14 Utilities ...................................................................................................................... 11 Victoria, City of ........................................................................................................... 8 Waste Disposal .......................................................................................................... 11 Worship ..................................................................................................................... 30

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The Resident’s Guide is a compilation of valuable information — a single source for lists of services, names, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses. Keep it handy; use it often.

Our apologies in advance for omissions or for changes that occur after publication.

The challenge in publishing this Resident’s Guide is not only collecting accurate and important information, but keeping that information current in one of the Twin Cities' fastest-growing areas.

For more information or to submit corrections for next year’s guide, call 952-445-3333 or send an e-mail to agentile@swpub.com.

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Advertisers Index

Alternate Emergency ................................952-361-1231

AUTOMOTIVE Brown’s Tire & Auto ............................. 19

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elcome to the 2011-2012 Victoria Resident’s Guide. This Chanhassen Villager publication is a comprehensive directory of information and resources used by Victoria businesses and residents, especially those who are new to this area. This year marks the 20th anniversary of publishing these guides for the communities served by Southwest Newspapers.

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Emergency – Health Fairview Southdale Hospital .................................................... 952-924-5000 Ridgeview Medical Center ....................................................... 952-442-2191 St. Francis Regional Medical Center ........................................ 952-428-3000 Two Twelve Medical Center (opening Feb. 2011).................... 952-361-2447 Carver-Scott Sexual Violence Center....................................... 952-448-5425 Crisis Connection..................................................................... 612-379-6363 Crisis Intervention First Street Center ................................................................ 952-442-4437 24-Hour Crisis Line ............................................................. 952-442-7601 Greater Minneapolis Crisis Nursery......................................... 763-591-0400 MN Poison Control System ..................................................1-800-222-1222 Pet Poison HELPLINE™ ....................................................1-866-823-1588 Southern Valley Alliance for Battered Women......................... 952-873-4214 United Way 211 ....................................................................... 651-291-0211

Utility Emergencies Victoria Public Works (water & sewer emergencies) ................................................ 952-443-4210 Xcel Energy (electric outage).................................................1-800-895-1999 Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative (electric outage) .................................................................... 952-492-8255 CenterPoint Energy (gas leak).................................................. 612-372-5050 TTY/Voice ........................................................................... 612-342-5471 CenturyLink (repair) .............................................................1-877-290-5458 Qwest ....................................................................................1-800-573-1311

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BANKING & FINANCE Security Bank........................................ 4 CHURCHES ........................................ 21 CHILDCARE Ladybug Childcare ................................. 5 DINING & ENTERTAINMENT Floyd’s Bar .......................................... 12 Roulette’s Pizza ................................... 12 School of the Wise ............................... 12 Vic’s Bar & Grill ................................... 12 FUNERAL HOMES Huber Funeral Home ............................ 26 GOVERNMENT Victoria City Development ..................... 31 HEALTH CARE ABC Family Chiropractic ......................... 9 Jordan Dental ........................................ 8

MD Care ............................................... 6 Ridgeview Medical Center ....................... 5 St. Francis Regional Medical Center ....... 7 Stone Creek Dental .............................. 10 HOME IMPROVEMENT CKC Design .................…………………….3 Glowing Hearth.................................... 13 Halla Nursery ........................................ 2 Rivers Edge Concrete ........................... 27 Willems Canbinetry .............................. 28 Yetzer’s Home Furnishings & Floor Coverings .......................................... 9 INSURANCE Met Life .............................................. 27 LAWN AND LANDSCAPE Halla Nursery ........................................ 2 Timberwall Landscape Products ............ 32 REAL ESTATE Profile Properties ................................. 28

RETAIL/SERVICES Centurylink ......................................... 22 Chanhassen Center Drug ........................ 8 Iris Valley Boutique & Gifts ................... 13 Mediacom ........................................... 22 Prairie Farm Supply ............................. 25 SCHOOLS Chapel Hill Academy ............................ 15 Chaska School District ......................... 18 Holy Family Catholic High School .......... 17 Mayer Lutheran High School ................. 16 Minnetonka Public Schools #276 .......... 14 St. John’s Lutheran Church & School ..... 16 Sylvan Learning Center......................... 15 SENIOR LIVING Auburn Manor ..................................... 19 VETERINARY Victoria Veterinary Care ........................ 11 WATER CONDITIONING Haferman Water Conditioning Inc .......... 25

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ative North American settlements appear to have existed in Victoria and in the annexation area based on artifacts found at a number of locations. A year ’round village may have been located between Stieger Lake and Lake Auburn. Another site was located on the McKnight farm and a third site was near Carl Krey Lake. The artifacts are possibly from the Mound builder’s civilization which were in the area before the Mdewakanton Dakota. The Mdewakanton Dakota had summer residences in the Carver area along the Minnesota River. Winter deer hunts quite possibly took them to Victoria and the annexation area.

Michael Diethelm is thought to be the first European settler in the area when he set up a temporary shelter in 1851, not far from the present site of St. Victoria Church. Michael returned to St. Paul where he stayed and worked during the severe winter of 1851-52.

The following spring he returned with his wife and repaired his shelter. In 1852, Michael’s brother, Carl, and his wife, Elizabeth, and two children set up a claim not far away.

Other European settlers came to Victoria shortly after the Treaty of Mendota went into full legal effect on Feb. 24, 1853.

The hardwood forest provided material to build the homes. Tamarack, which grew in the meadows, were straight and slender and often used for rafters, joists and beams in building houses and barns.

The name Victoria goes back to 1856, when after several years of disagreement the families located on the north side of Lake Bavaria and those on the south side reached an agreement. Two families on the north side donated 30 acres of land for the church and at the suggestion of the southern faction, the church was named St. Victoria, a favored saint among those families. In 1857 steamboats began to make periodic trips from St. Paul to Chaska and some businessmen established themselves in Chaska. They carried supplies which earlier settlers had to travel to St. Paul to get.

The soil in the area was known to be good and early settlers notified their friends and relatives in Germany, Holland and Switzerland. This attracted more farmers, whose early crops consisted of potatoes, carrots, cabbage and corn. Wheat was the main cash crop, with raspberries, gooseberries, grapes, black currants, strawberries, and cranberries also readily available.

In 1882, the railroad came. The first automobile appeared in Victoria in 1911. It was owned by Anton Schmieg. Victoria Drive was the first road of great importance to Victoria and its settlers. It extended from Chaska toward what is now known as St. Bonifacius and Watertown. With steamboats plying between St. Paul, Chaska and Carver, the trading center for Victoria moved from St. Paul to Chaska and Carver. Wood and grain were sold in Chaska, which promoted clearing more land to grow crops.

The first European settlers constructed log houses. St. Victoria parish was organized in 1855 and a log church and school were completed in 1858. Around 1875 a larger, two-story school was constructed. In 1870, the parish constructed its second and present church using bricks manufactured in Chaska. The first Moravian Church was constructed of logs in 1863 and was replaced in 1878 by the present church.

After Charles Diethelm returned from western Minnesota in 1897, he constructed the town’s first store near the intersection of Rose and Stieger Lake Lane.

Source: City of Victoria

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St. Francis Regional Medical Center

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St. Francis Regional Medical Center............... 952-428-3000 Park Nicollet Clinic, Shakopee.......................952-993-7750 Metropolitan Pediatric Specialists ............... 952-445-6700 Specialty Clinic ..............................................952-428-2600 Allina Medical Clinic, Shakopee .................... 952-428-3535 Orthopedic Center .......................................952-428-3399 St. Francis Rehabilitative Services ............952-428-2001 Allina Medical Clinic–Crossroads, Dean Lakes...... 952-496-6700 St. Francis Sleep Diagnostic Center....................952-428-2800 212 Medical Building ........................................952-428-1500 St. Francis Health Services in Chaska Allina Medical Clinic, Chaska

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only 12 minutes from the 494/169 interchange.

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St. Francis Diagnostic Imaging .................. 952-428-2151 Specialty Clinic .............................................. 952-428-2870 Rehab & Sports Medicine........................... 952-428-1550 Capable Kids .................................................. 952-428-1565 Quello Clinic ................................................. 952-428-0200 Twin Cities Orthopedics .............................952-456-7444

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communities, Victoria every day welcomes new people to its neighborhoods. Nine lakes lie within Victoria’s boundaries, including Smithtown Bay of Lake Minnetonka, Auburn, Church, Tamarack, Virginia, Zumbra, Schutz, Stone and Stieger lakes. Parks abound for active and passive use. Lions Community Park offers softball/baseball fields, hockey, tennis, basketball and horseshoes. Diethelm Park is the home of baseball/softball fields, soccer/lacrosse fields, the Victoria Skate Park and the recently expanded Victoria Recreation Center.

In 2008, the City of Victoria and District 112 partnered together to expand the amenities at the Victoria Recreation Center. In addition to a second sheet of ice, the expansion also includes two new rooms at the Recreation Center and a library kiosk — allowing for additional recreation programs for residents of all ages — as well as a redesigned lobby area and more fitness equipment.

The Lowry Nature Center and Carver Park Reserve are major attractions for those who appreciate nature and environmental protection. The University of Minnesota Horticultural Research Farm and apple barn is located in Victoria, offering its 150-plus varieties of apples each fall. The University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum borders on the east.

With a recent "Discover Victoria" downtown improvement project, the community is preparing for continued growth while preserving its small-town charm.

Population Growth

Council Members

Year ......................................................Population 1980 ....................................................................1,425 1990 ....................................................................2,354 2000 ....................................................................4,205 2003 ....................................................................5,167 2008 ....................................................................6,665 2009 ....................................................................6,727 2010 ....................................................................7,345 Sources: Metropolitan Council & City of Victoria

Jim Crowley P.O. Box 36, Victoria ..........................952-443-4210 Tom O'Connor P.O. Box 36, Victoria ..........................952-443-4210 Kim Roden P.O. Box 36, Victoria ..........................952-443-4210 Tom Strigel P.O. Box 36, Victoria ..........................952-443-4210

Victoria City Council

Police (General Information) ..................952-361-1231 Fire (General Information) .....................952-443-4240 Victoria City Hall P.O. Box 36, 7951 Rose St., Victoria, 55386..............

952-443-4210 Fax ......................................................952-443-2110 E-mail.................................... info@ci.victoria.mn.us Web site ..................................www.ci.victoria.mn.us Office hours .......... Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

City Departments City Administrator

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Holly Kreft .........................................952-443-4210 E-mail................................. hkreft@ci.victoria.mn.us

Finance Director

Don Uram ..........................................952-443-4210 E-mail................................ duram@ci.victoria.mn.us

City Clerk

Jylan Johnson ......................................952-443-4210 E-mail............................. jjohnson@ci.victoria.mn.us

Public Works

Jennifer Kretsch ..................................952-443-4210 E-mail.............................. jkretsch@ci.victoria.mn.us

Superintendent, Chuck Almhjeld .......952-443-4210 E-mail........................... calmhjeld@ci.victoria.mn.us

Parks & Recreation/Public Works Director

Tom Gray ...........................................952-443-4210 E-mail...................................tgray@ci.victoria.mn.us

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Consulting Engineer Cara L. Geheren P.E., Focus Engineering ................. ............................................................952-443-4210 E-mail....................... cityengineer@ci.victoria.mn.us

Ann Mahnke ......................................952-443-4255 E-mail............................ amahnke@ci.victoria.mn.us

Victoria City Council Mayor Mary Hershberger Thun P.O. Box 36, Victoria ..........................952-470-1212

Council chambers, 6:30 p.m. Meets on the first and third Tuesday.

Park and Recreation Committee Senior Commission Council chambers, 8 a.m. Meets on the second Tuesday.

Business Development Committee Community Education Room, 5 p.m. Meets on the fourth Wednesday.

Finance Committee Council Chambers, 4 p.m. Meets on the 3rd Tuesday.

Commissions and Committees Planning Commission James Donadio, Chairman Jeff Loeschen Todd Triethart Grant Peterson Jim Crowley, Council Representative Michelle Siegert

Park and Recreation Committee Kim Roden, Council Representative David Clayton Heather Cole David High Toni Dauwalter

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Townships

Greg Evansky Mary Hershberger Thun, Mayor Tom Vogt Tom Strigel, Council Representative

Elections Township elections are held on the second Tuesday of March each year. Township Annual Meetings usually are held the same evening.

City Ordinances The City of Victoria has several city ordinances requiring licenses and permits. For more information and details about the ordinances, contact the city offices at 952-443-4210 or visit www.ci.victoria.mn.us.

Laketown

Victoria Fire Department

Board of Supervisors

EMERGENCIES–Call 911 Victoria Fire Station

Charlie Johnson, Supervisor 8710 Laketown Rd., Chaska ...............952-442-8610 Ken Essig, Supervisor 10610 Poppitz Lane, Chaska...............952-361-6688 Chuck Held, Supervisor 8340 Airport Rd., Waconia .................952-442-4611 Meets on the second and fourth Mondays at 7 p.m. at the town hall.

1500 80th St., Victoria The City of Victoria and part of the surrounding rural community is served by a volunteer fire department.

Fire Chief: Tim Walsh E-mail...............................vicchief@ci.victoria.mn.us

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Area residents always enjoy the annual Volksfest in August, which features the madcap Bed races, organized by the Victoria Fire Department.

Town Hall 9530 Laketown Rd., Chaska ...............952-442-5278 E-mail ........ laketowntownship@broadband-mn.com

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Leilani Basa David Baston Todd Brown Terrence Hartman Erica Vermeis Kimberly Erickson Robert Henry Jim Lahl Deb McMillan Randy Miller Teresa Gregory Jeff Recker Tom O'Connor, Council Representative Genevieve Tenoso

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Business Development Committee

Sis Coenen Tari Clay Sue Weinzierl Jim Hoffman Dan McInerny Julie Murray Jim Pehringer Mary Hershberger Thun, Council Representative

Planning Commission As the sign states, “Discover Victoria,” the “City of Lakes and Parks” and a growing population of more than 6,000 residents.

Earl Schaub Pete Isabell

Senior Commission

Council chambers, 6:30 p.m. Meets the second and fourth Monday.

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Carver County Carver County Government Center 600 E. Fourth St., Chaska, MN 55318 Information............................................. 952-361-1500 Web site...................................www.co.carver.mn.us David Hemze, County Administrator... 952-361-1526 E-mail ..............................dhemze@co.carver.mn.us

Population Carver County is a fast growing county and has been for several years. More people are choosing to live in Carver County than ever before. If current trends continue, Carver County is projected to have a population of 194,730 by the year 2030 — that’s more than double the current population of 86,000.

Year............................................... Population 1980................................................. 37,046 1990................................................. 47,915 2000................................................. 70,205 Metropolitan Council Estimates 2002................................................. 75,620 2003................................................. 78,960 2004................................................. 81,618 2005................................................. 84,284 2006................................................. 86,236 Sources: Metropolitan Council, U.S. Census

Elected Officials County Board of Commissioners The Carver County Board of Commissioners is composed of five members, each of whom is elected from a geographic district. Terms are four years and they are staggered. The County Board meets the fi rst and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 9:15 a.m., and the third Tuesday of the month at 4:00 p.m. Work sessions are held the second Tuesday of the month at 9:15 a.m.

There is no Board meeting the fi fth Tuesday of the month. Meetings are held in the County Board Room, second floor of the Human Services Building.

Gayle Degler, 1st District 541 Pine View Court, Chanhassen ...952-403-7047 Tom Workman, 2nd District 181 South Shore Ct., Chanhassen.....952-303-9460 Randy Maluchnik, 3rd District 112510 Ramsey Court, Chaska ........952-303-9459 Tim Lynch, 4th District 17050 32nd St., Mayer ....................... 952-353-2598 James Ische, 5th District 13080 Co. Rd. 52, Norwood Young America.......

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Other Officials Jim Olson, Sheriff Office.................................................. 952-361-1205 E-mail ................................ jolson@co.carver.mn.us Mark Metz, County Attorney Office.................................................. 952-361-1400 E-mail .............................. mmetz@co.carver.mn.us

Frequently Called Numbers Administration .......................................952-361-1510 Commissioners .......................................952-361-1510 Assessment .............................................952-361-1960 E-mail..............................ajohnson@co.carver.mn.us Taxpayer Services ...................................952-361-1910 E-mail............................... lengelen@co.carver.mn.us Employee Relations ...............................952-361-1525 Finance ...................................................952-361-1506 E-mail.......................... dfrischmon@co.carver.mn.us Property Records ....................................952-361-1930 E-mail...........................mlundgren@co.carver.mn.us Job Line ..................................................952-361-1522 Carver County Service Centers Chanhassen Branch 7808 Kerber Blvd., Chanhassen........952-361-3900 Chaska Branch 418 Pine St., Chaska ........................952-361-1900 Information Services .............................952-361-1550 E-mail.................................. rlynch@co.carver.mn.us

Transportation - Dial A Ride ................952-496-8341 Community Social Services 602 E. Fourth St., Chaska ..................952-361-1600 TDD...................................................952-361-1673 E-mail................................... gbork@co.carver.mn.us Court Administration ............................952-361-1420 E-mail.................... vicky.carlson@courts.state.mn.us Courts/Legal Attorney Criminal ........................................... 952-361-1400 Civil.................................................. 952-361-1420 Court Services ........................................952-361-1460 E-mail................................ jklavins@co.carver.mn.us Election/Voter Registration - Taxpayer Services .........

952-361-1910 Motor Vehicle Title and Licensing .......... See Service Centers Passports .................................... See Service Centers Emergency Services ...............................952-361-1528 E-mail............................... kcarlson@co.carver.mn.us Encore: Carver County Adult Day Services ................

952-442-7660 Environmental Services .........................952-361-1800 E-mail................................... mlein@co.carver.mn.us Facilities .................................................952-361-1512 E-mail.................................. kmaas@co.carver.mn.us Highway Department ............................952-466-5200 Historical Society 555 W. 1st St., Waconia .....................952-442-4234 E-mail..............................historical@co.carver.mn.us Community Development Agency 705 Walnut St. N., Chaska .................952-448-7715 E-mail......................................... info@carvercda.org Human Resources Director ...................952-361-1525 E-mail............................ dkrogman@co.carver.mn.us Law Library ............................................952-361-1564 E-mail..................................bwolfe@co.carver.mn.us

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Appointments: 952-937-2839 www.stonecreekdental.biz

Chanhassen Community Library 7711 Kerber Blvd., Chanhassen ..............952-227-1500 24-hour automated renewal .....................952-279-5244 Web site ............................................. www.carverlib.org The Chanhassen Community Library, which is part of the Carver County Library system, also serves as its reference library. The County system also has facilities in Chaska, Waconia, Watertown and Norwood Young America. Carver County Library System is a member of the Metropolitan Library Service Agency (MELSA), which provides cooperative services between the sevencounty metropolitan area with more than 100 libraries.

Library customers may borrow and return items to any public library in the area.

Chaska Public Library 3 City Hall Plaza, Chaska .......................952-448-3886 24-hour automated renewal.................952-279-5244 Web site......................................... www.carverlib.org Carver County Library Administration 4 City Hall Plaza, Chaska ...................952-448-9395

At Stone Creek Dental your family can be assured of the highest quality dental care combined with a relaxing environment and our friendly, sensitive staff.

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Electricity Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative .952-492-2313 Electric outage ....................................952-492-8255 Web site ..............................................www.mvec.net Xcel Energy ........................................ 1-800-895-4999 Electric outage ................................ 1-800-895-1999 Web site .................................... www.xcelenergy.com

Natural Gas CenterPoint Energy ........................... 1-800-245-2377 Account Info/New Service .................612-372-4727 Repair service ......................................612-333-6466 Suspected gas leak...............................612-372-5050 Web site ........................www.centerpointenergy.com

Water & Sewer Emergencies

Eden Prairie Library 565 Prairie Center Dr., Eden Prairie ..952-847-5375 Excelsior Library 343 3rd St., Excelsior ..........................952-847-5450 Norwood Young America Community Library 102 Main Street St. E., Norwood Young America ....

952-467-2665 Waconia Community Library 217 S. Vine, Waconia ..........................952-442-4714 Watertown Community Library 309 Lewis Ave. S.W., Watertown .......952-955-2939

City of Victoria .......................................952-443-4210

Carver County Historical Society 555 W. First St., Waconia ...................952-442-4234

DDS

Mediacom ........................................... 1-888-847-6228 Web site .................................www.mediacomcc.com

Nearby Libraries

Research Libraries Dr. Tiffany Weyandt

Jennifer Farner and her daughter Ruthie, use the Express Library Kiosk in the Victoria Recreation Center all the time. Since Farner homeschools two of her three children, it’s convenient to order library books and resource materials online and pick them up in Victoria.

Libraries

Law Library Carver County Law Library 600 E. Fourth St., Chaska ...................952-361-1564

Utilities Before You Dig/ Gopher State One Call .......... 651-454-0002 Web site ........................ www.gopherstateonecall.org

Telephone Century Link ...................................... 1-800-366-8201 Web site .................................. www.centurylink.com Qwest Communications .................... 1-800-244-1111 Repair service .................................. 1-800-573-1311 Web site ........................................... www.qwest.com

Waste Disposal Garbage Collection Licensed haulers in Victoria: Allied Waste ........................................952-946-5174 Dick’s Sanitation .................................952-469-2239 Evergreen Sanitation ...........................952-224-7100 Elite Waste Disposal ...........................952-445-4301 Franck's Sanitation ..............................952-467-3663 Organic Disposal .................................952-443-2336 Randy's Sanitation ..............................763-972-3335 TCW...................................................952-467-3858 Tidy Disposal ......................................952-873-2636 Waste Management of MN-Twin Cities West ..........

1-800-450-9378

City of Victoria ......................................952-443-4210

Carver County Environmental Center

Cable/Internet

116 Peavey Circle, Chaska .......................952-361-1835 Recyclables and household hazardous waste may be dropped off at this site, in many cases at no cost.

The Center also will collect items such as yard waste, electronics, appliances for a fee. The Center features

Lake Minnetonka Communications Commission ..............

952-471-7125 E-mail.......................................... .lmcc@lmcc-tv.org Web site .......................................... www.lmcc-tv.org

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Mental Health Program First Street Center ..............................952-442-4437 Crisis Program ....................................952-442-7601 Parks .......................................................952-466-5250 Public Health and Environment 600 E. Fourth St., Chaska ..................952-361-1329 E-mail....................................rwolf@co.carver.mn.us Public Works Director/County Engineer ..................

952-466-5200 E-mail................................lrobjent@co.carver.mn.us Sheriff Emergency .................................................... 911 Alternate emergency .......................... 952-361-1231 Non-Emergency ................................. 952-361-1231 Administration .................................. 952-361-1212 Investigation ...................................... 952-361-1223 TIP Line ............................................ 952-361-1224 Civil Process....................................... 952-361-1267 Jail Division........................................ 952-361-1278 Surveyor..................................................952-361-1014 U of M Extension – Carver County .......952-466-5300 E-mail..................................mnext-carver@umn.edu Veterans Services ....................................952-442-2323 E-mail.............................vetservice@co.carver.mn.us

a product reuse area and an environmental education clearing house. Items, such as composting bins and radon test kits, also are for sale.

Recycling General Carver County Environmental Center 116 Peavey Circle, Chaska ............952-361-1835 Household Items CAP Agency Thrift Shop ...................952-445-6611 Salvation Army ...................................612-332-5855 Goodwill Stores 1210 Shakopee Town Square ...............952-233-8897 1025 Hill St., Hopkins .......................... 952-935-2760 Web site .................. www.goodwilleasterseals.org Arc Greater Twin Cities (used clothing, household items) Arc Used Goods Pickup Service www.bluetrucks.org Arc's Value Village Thrift Stores & Donation Centers ..............www.arcsvaluevillage.org MN Pollution Control Agency ................651-296-6300

Compost Sites Leaves and grass clippings cannot be thrown into the garbage. They must be handled separately, either in a backyard compost pile or at a special site.

Privately operated compost sites, which charge for their services, include: Resource Recovery Technologies 14800 Johnson Memorial Hwy., Shakopee ..........

952-445-2139

Tree Waste Sites Eklund Tree Service 4220 Co. Rd. 10, Watertown .......... 952-955-1136

Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Information Carver County Environmental Center ............................................ 952-361-1835 MN Pollution Control Agency ........ 651-296-6300 Household hazardous waste must be disposed of properly to avoid endangering health and contaminating ground water. These wastes include: solvents, household cleaners, pesticides, paint, wood preservatives, aerosols, batteries, automotive oil and antifreeze. The best way to handle the waste –

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The next time you’re looking for a great cup of coffee, a tasty meal or glass of wine and great atmosphere, go to school — The School of the Wise.

Gluten-Free Options Available!

Note: Precincts may change in 2012 because of redistricting.

except those that are banned – is to use it or give it to someone who will. If these options are not available to you, please contact the county for collection information.

Sellers of automotive products may take used automotive wastes, perhaps for a fee. Check before bringing the waste in.

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School District Elections School District 112 Victoria Victoria City Hall .................... 7951 Rose, Victoria School District 276 Victoria Minnetonka Middle School-West ... 6421 Hazeltine Blvd., Chanhassen

Party Contacts Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party (DFL) 255 E. Plato Blvd., St. Paul ................651-293-1200 Republican Party of Minnesota (GOP) 525 Park St., St. Paul ..........................651-222-0022 Independence Party (IP) P.O. Box 40495, St. Paul .....................651-487-9700

Voter registration

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You must be registered to vote. If you have changed your name or address since registering, you must complete a new registration card. By registering prior to Election Day, your name and address will appear on the polling place roster.

An individual may register any time before the 20th day preceding any election, on Election Day at the polling locations or when submitting an absentee ballot.

Registration cards are available at city and township offices, libraries and the county auditor’s office. If you changed your address, you may register to vote when you change your driver’s license.

To register on election day you must have a State of Minnesota recognized identification showing your present address.

Agencies MN Department of Economic Security Minnesota WorkForce Center 752 Canterbury Rd. S., Shakopee .......952-445-7087 Web site............................. www.minnesotaworks.net

Carver County Workforce Service Center

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Fabulous Drinks

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Governor

Lieutenant Governor Yvonne Prettner Solon (D) 75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., 130 State Capitol, St. Paul, MN 55155 ...................651-201-3400

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We’ve Moved!

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IRIS

6 points per $10 Jordan: 100 Eldorado Drive • 952-492-9276

VOTED BEST BURGER

Constitutional Officers

Jag Jeans • Tru Luxe Jeans • Boutique Style Clothing • Kameleon Jewelry Great Selection of Purses • Jewelry Home Decor • Framed Art Garden Art • Light Garden & Red 40 Fireplace 800CL Fireplace Floral Design • Bean Pod Candles Children’s & Baby • Inspirational You won’t find a larger selection of brand name fireplaces

Food

IT’S STOUP!…always Floyd’s signature Potato Soup and every week one new delicious housemade soup or stew, served with side salad and bread ... nummmmmmmm!

Web site ........................ www.house.leg.state.mn.us Representative Ernie Leidiger, District 34A (R) 100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., State Office Bldg. 415, St. Paul, MN 55155 ...651-296-4282 E-mail .........................rep.ernie.leidiger@house.mn Representative Joe Hoppe, District 34B (R) 100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., State Office Bldg. 563, St. Paul, MN 55155 ...651-296-5066 E-mail .............................. rep.joe.hoppe@house.mn 935 Weston Ridge Pkwy., Chaska, MN 55318 .......

952-368-9617

Visit us at our new location in the Glowing Hearth & Home building

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House Information............................... 651-296-2146

Human Services Bldg., 602 E. 4th St., Chaska .....................................................952-361-1711

Rivers Edge Fire Pit Table

“do xa our bowl”...

Scratch Spaghetti Kicked Up Best Ever Chili Mac Mother Plocher’s Special all served in a bowl with grilled garlic toast

Web site ........................www.senate.leg.state.mn.us Senator Julianne Ortman, District 34 (R) 75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Capitol Bldg. 120, St. Paul, MN 55155 ..............651-296-4837 E-mail ................... sen.julianne.ortman@senate.mn

Two Great Businesses – One Location!

Victoria’s Corner Bar

TUESDAY NIGHTS

Senate Information .................... 651-296-0504

Mark Dayton (D) 75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., 130 State Capitol, St. Paul, MN 55155 ...................651-201-3400 Fax .......................................................651-797-1850 Web site..................................www.mn.gov/governor

Minnesota

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Legislature

General & Primary Elections

Elections

Monday - Thursday 11 AM to 9 PM (Closed Daily 2 PM to 4 PM) Friday 11 AM to 10 PM Saturday 4 PM to 10 PM • Sunday 4 PM to 8 PM

11360 Hwy. 212, #6, Cologne .............952-466-5230

Poll Locations

Arne Carlson becomes governor of Minnesota. He would serve eight years in office.

Scott Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) – Carver County

Burnsville: 3850 Highway 13W • 952-808-0754

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Lori Swanson (D) 1400 Bremer Tower, 445 Minnesota St. St. Paul, MN 55101 ..............651-296-3353 E-mail .......................................................................... attorney.general@state.mn.us

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Mark Ritchie (D) 180 State Office Building, 100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55155 ........................................................................................................651-296-2803 E-mail ..............................................................................secretary.state@state.mn.us

Representative John Kline (R–2nd District) 2439 Rayburn House Office Bldg., Washington, D.C. 20515 .......................................... 1-202-225-2271 Fax ................................................... 1-202-225-2595 Web site.................................... www.kline.house.gov or 101 W. Burnsville Pkwy., Suite 201 Burnsville, MN 55337 .........................952-808-1213 Fax .......................................................952-808-1261

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Lake Auburn Moravian Church St. Victoria’s Church Mt. Olivet Lutheran Church Faith Lutheran Church

Parks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

Community/Lions Athletic Park Deer Run Park 1 Deer Run Park 2 Diethelm Park Katy Hills Kelzer Pond Park Kirke-Lachen Park Tamarack Lake Park Notermann Woods Salter’s Park S. Lake Virginia Shores Swiss Mountain Park Watermark South Park Wintergreen Park Woodlands Park Allegheny Grove Park Laketown Park Goodman Park Watermark Park Rhapsody Park/ Community Gardens

Senator Amy Klobuchar (D) 302 Hart Office Bldg. Washington, D.C. 20510.............................. 1-202-224-3244 Fax .................................................................................................... 1-202-228-2186 Web site.............................................................................www.klobuchar.senate.gov or 1200 Washington Ave. S., #250 Minneapolis, MN 55111 ...................612-727-5220 Fax ........................................................................................................612-727-5223 Senator Al Franken (D) 309 Hart Office Bldg. Washington, D.C. 20510.............................. 1-202-224-5641 Web site................................................................................ www.franken.senate.gov or Minnesota Office .................................................................................651-221-1016

Media Local Newspapers Chanhassen Villager P.O. Box 99, Chanhassen News/Editorial.......................................952-448-2650 Display Advertising................................ 952-445-3333 Classified/Want Ads ............................. 952-445-3333 Fax ........................................................... 952-934-7960 Circulation .............................................. 952-345-6682 Publisher/Editor: Richard Crawford ... 952-345-6471 E-mail .................................editor@chanvillager.com Web site ................................. www.chanvillager.com Published each Thursday. Copies are delivered by mail.

E-mail ..................................... uzuege@swpub.com

Victoria Gazette

Cable Television & Internet Service

7222 Lilac Lane P.O. Box 387, Victoria .......................952-443-2010 Publisher/ Editor ....................................Sue Orsen E-mail ......................... Sue@VictoriaGazette.com Web site ......................... www.VictoriaGazette.com Published since 1979. Copies are delivered by mail, by subscription.

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Sun-Sailor Newspaper 10917 Valley View Rd., Eden Prairie ...952-829-0797 E-mail ....................................suninfo@acnpapers.com Web site............................................. www.mnsun.com Published each Thursday. Copies are delivered by carrier.

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Licenses & Documents

Lakeshore Weekly News 10001 Wayzata Blvd., Minnetonka ......952-473-0890 Fax ...........................................................952-473-0895 Web site.....................................www.weeklynews.com Editor: Brett Stursa ..............editor@weeklynews.com Published each Tuesday, serving west-suburban communities, including Chanhassen. Copies are delivered to news racks in the Lake Minnetonka area. Also available by subscription.

Driver's Examinations State of Minnesota Road test appointments/ scheduling...............................................651-284-1000 General information ............................651-296-6911 Web site .................................. www.dps.state.mn.us

Motor Vehicle Registration/Transfers Boat, Snowmobile, ATV Licenses/Transfers and Passports

Metropolitan Newspapers

Carver County Service Centers Chaska Branch 418 Pine St., Chaska .......................... 952-361-1900 Chanhassen Branch 7808 Kerber Blvd., Chanhassen......... 952-361-3900 Motor Vehicle Licensing Center 21550 Hwy. 7, Greenwood .................952-474-6929 (Includes vehicle, boat, ATV, bicycle and skiing, but nothing involving driver’s licenses.)

Star Tribune 425 Portland Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55488.................

612-673-4000 Circulation/Delivery ............................... 612-673-4343 Web site ........................................ www.startribune.com Published daily.

St. Paul Pioneer Press 345 Cedar St., St. Paul, MN 55101........ 651-222-1111 Circulation ............................................1-800-678-7737 Web site .......................................... www.twincities.com Published daily.

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When it’s time to make a decision about your child’s education, look to Minnetonka Public Schools.

- Outstanding Student Achievement - Small Class Sizes - National Leader in Classroom Technology - Chinese or Spanish Language Immersion Options - Navigators Program for Exceptionally Gifted - Middle Schools Focused on Rigor & Support - Among the Top High Schools in America (Washington Post)

You want the best education for your child.

So do we. Compare Minnetonka to any public or private schools. Visit us to learn more. www.minnetonka.k12.mn.us

Success in school, and in life.

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If you’re college bound, Sylvan can help prepare you.

Sylvan offers programs to help students meet the academic demands of college, including advanced reading, math, writing and SAT*/ACT® prep.

Enroll in any college prep program and receive 4 FREE hours!

SYLVAN OFFERS FREE ACT AND SAT PRACTICE TESTS AND CONSULTATIONS Minnetonka/Plymouth

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172 Pioneer Trail Chaska, MN 55318 Hwy 41 & Pioneer Trail 952-466-3838 info@sylvanchaska.com www.sylvanlearning.com

Advanced Reading, High School Math, Writing, Homework, Study Skills, College Prep and More!

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Transportation SouthWest Transit

Hunting & Fishing Licenses

13500 Technology Dr., Eden Prairie, MN 55344

Carver County Service Centers Chaska Branch 418 Pine St., Chaska .......................... 952-361-1900 Chanhassen Branch 7808 Kerber Blvd., Chanhassen......... 952-361-3900 Various retailers, including sports shops and service stations, also make these licenses available.

Contact Information

Carver County Transit Carver County Transportation Arrange a ride: Office ........................952-496-8341 Veterans’ Van (for rides to Mpls. VA hospital) ...........

952-442-2323

Liquor Licenses, Charitable Gambling & Large Assembly Permits Each city in Carver County processes these permits.

Passports Applications & Photos Carver County Service Centers Chaska Branch 418 Pine St., Chaska .......................... 952-361-1900 Chanhassen Branch 7808 Kerber Blvd., Chanhassen......... 952-361-3900

11 Peavey Rd., Chaska ...........................952-556-6100 E-mail KendallL@district112.org Web site www.district112.org Dr. James Bauck, Superintendent .......... 952-556-6110

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The district includes a Kindergarten Center, seven elementary schools (1-5), three middle schools (6-8) and two high schools. All-day kindergarten is offered at the Kindergarten Center and in five elementary schools.

The elementary schools emphasize basic skills. Students and teachers work with newly strengthened curriculum in math, reading, language arts and science. Each school has specialists working in the areas of special education, art, music and physical education.

Services Offered E xpress to dow ntow n Minneapolis and the University of Minnesota- Routes 680-699, MondayFriday, from the following Park-and-Ride locations: SouthWest Village, Chanhassen; East Creek Transit Center, Chaska; SouthWest Station, Eden Prairie; Preserve Village Mall, Eden Prairie; and Shady Oak Road, Eden Prairie.

Local Community Service - Route 603 — Local community service is available Monday-Friday in Eden Prairie. Destinations include Hennepin Technical College, Eden Prairie Center and Eden Prairie Library.

Reverse Commute — SouthWest offers a variety of routes for reverse commuters from downtown Minneapolis to Chanhassen, Chaska and Eden Prairie. Routes begin as early as 5 a.m. and run as late as 5:30 p.m.

Birth & Death Certificates Taxpayer Services Carver County Government Center 600 Fourth St. E., Chaska ..................952-361-1910

Marriage Licenses Taxpayer Services Carver County Government Center 600 Fourth St. E., Chaska ..................952-361-1910

Eastern Carver County Schools School District 112 District Education Center

Telephone.................................. 952-949-2BUS (2287) Web site ..........................................www.swtransit.org Regional Transit Information ................ 612-373-3333 Hours: 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Monday-Friday Routes operate from 5:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m., MondayFriday SouthWest Transit offers a number of transit services for almost every need. SouthWest Transit can connect residents to downtown Minneapolis, University of Minnesota, Southdale and Chaska, Chanhassen, Eden Prairie and Victoria. SouthWest Transit operates under a joint powers agreement of the cities of Chaska, Chanhassen and Eden Prairie.

The secondary academic program for grades 6 through 12 has been redesigned to ensure students graduate with the knowledge, skills and personal attributes necessary to succeed in post-secondary institutions and throughout life. All secondary schools use a 7-period modified block schedule which creates year-long, content-rich classes and allows flexible blocks of time to support labs and projects.

Happiness is french toast and milk at a recent Lions' Club breakfast.

Tim Dorway, Principal Mark Shoquist, Asst. Principal Jim Swearingen, Asst. Principal Dick Ungar, Asst. Principal/Athletics Chaska High School 545 Pioneer Tr., Chaska .................... 952-556-7100 David Brecht, Principal Kathy Fontes, Asst. Principal Troy Stein, Asst. Principal/Athletics Chaska Middle School East 1600 Park Ridge Dr., Chaska............952-556-7600 Jim Bach, Principal Judith Nagel, Assistant Principal Chaska Middle School West 140 Engler Blvd. E., Chaska ............. 952-556-7400 Sheryl Hough, Principal Scott Eidsness, Assistant Principal Clover Ridge Elementary School 114000 Hundertmark Rd., Chaska ...952-556-6900 June Johnson, Principal East Union Elementary School 15655 Co. Rd. 43, Carver ................. 952-556-6800 Greg Lange, Principal Jonathan Elementary School 110300 Pioneer Tr., Chaska ..............952-556-6500 Nancy Wittman-Beltz, Principal Kindergarten Center 110600 Village Rd., Chaska ............. 952-556-6400 Greg Lange, Principal Pioneer Ridge Middle School 1085 Pioneer Trail E., Chaska ..........952-556-7800 Dana Miller, Principal Jay Woller, Asst. Principal Victoria Elementary School 9300 Red Fox Dr., Victoria 952-556-3000 Jill Velure, Principal

2011-2012 Calendar Eastern Carver County Schools

Education

The high schools participate as Class AA high schools in the Missota Conference. Each high school offers Advanced Placement classes for students who want to earn college credit while in high school.

Oct. 20-21 Education Minnesota October 28 Workshop November 23-25 Thanksgiving Break Dec. 5 Workshop/Conference Dec. 22 – Jan 2 Winter Break Jan. 23 Workshop Feb 20 President’s Day March 9 Workshop March 30-April 6 Spring Break May 28 Memorial Day June 7 Last Day of School June 8 Graduation School begins two hours late on the following days: Wednesdays, Sept. 28, Feb. 8, March 14 and May 9 Frequently Called Numbers/Facilities Information/Community Relations.......952-556-6100 Dr. James Bauck, Superintendent .......... 952-556-6110 Finance/Operations ...............................952-556-6290 Human Resources...................................952-556-6250 Curriculum & Instruction ...................... 952-556-6185 Specialized Education Services.............. 952-556-6170 Community Education ...........................952-556-6200 Community Relations ............................952-556-6121 Bluff Creek Elementary School 2300 Coulter Blvd., Chanhassen...... 952-556-6600 Joan MacDonald, Principal Chanhassen Elementary School 7600 Laredo Dr., Chanhassen ..........952-556-6700 Matthew Dorschner, Principal Chaska Elementary School 1800 Chestnut St. N., Chaska ...........952-556-6300 Nancy Wittman, Principal Chanhassen High School 2200 Lyman Blvd., Chanhassen .......952-556-3500

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Prepared to serve.

Prepared for Life!

LHSMAYER.ORG | 952.657.2251 | MN 7 & MN 25 | MAYER

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An education in the Lasallion tradition.

Coffee and Conversation

Tour and Talk

1st Wednesday of every month October - May 7:30am-8:00am

Schedule a personal tour and talk with a member of our admissions team anytime throughout the year.

See website for more details.

Open Houses

Shadow Program

Come meet students, teachers, parents and alumni.

Find out how Holy Family can be the high school for you!

Visit Holy Family for an entire school day. Guests are paired with a student as they experience a typical day in our school.

November 8, 2011 6:30pm January 12, 2012 6:30pm

October 12, 2011 May 15, 2012

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Continued from page 17 District 112 Kids Preschool 11 Peavey Rd., Chaska ....................................................................... 952-556-6224

School Board Jim Leone, Chair 2890 Autumn Woods Dr., Chaska.................................................... 952-448-3074 Lisa Anderson, Vice Chair/Clerk 1050 Bluff Pass N., Chaska ................................................................952-361-4267 Carole Baab, Treasurer 3370 Julian Dr., Chaska..................................................................... 952-448-6433 Fred Berg, Director 6910 Chaparral Ln., Chanhassen .......................................................952-474-8394 Tim Klein, Director 7710 Ridgeview Way, Chanhassen ....................................................612-963-1150 Heather Nelson, Director 1030 Falls Curve, Chaska .................................................................. 952-448-3074 Dick Tirk, Director 110955 Von Hertzen Cir., Chaska .................................................... 952-448-7609

Community Education District 112 Community Education 11 Peavey Rd., Chaska ........................................................................952-556-6211 Jackie Johnston, Director Adult and Youth Enrichment Connie Liestman ............................................................................... 952-556-6200 Early Childhood Programs & Preschool Nancy Janski ..................................................................................... 952-556-6224 School Age Care Carol Brenton ....................................................................................952-556-6212 Volunteer Opportunities Mary Erickson ....................................................................................952-556-6210 Adults with Disabilities (Magnifying Abilities) Denise Fedie ...................................................................................... 952-368-8846 Facility Reservations Judy Amrhein ......................................................................................952-556-6213

G.E.D. Carver-Scott Educational Cooperative ..............................................952-368-8100

School District 276 Minnetonka School District 5621 Co. Rd. 101, Minnetonka 55345 General Information .......................952-401-5000 Web site .................... www.minnetonka.k12.mn.us Dennis Peterson, Superintendent ...952-401-5004

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innetonka Schools are focused on world-class child-centered excellence and serve the western third of Minnetonka and all or parts of Chanhassen, Deephaven, Eden Prairie, Excelsior, Greenwood, Shorewood, Tonka Bay, Victoria and Woodland. There are more than 8,300 students enrolled in Minnetonka schools.

In total there are six elementary schools (K-5), two middle schools (Gr. 6-8), one high school (Gr. 9-12), and a community education center that houses many of the district’s early childhood, youth and adult programs.

Minnetonka Public Schools offers a variety of learning opportunities for families, including Chinese or Spanish Immersion as an option at each of its six elementary schools beginning in kindergarten. In the Immersion program, English-speaking students learn a second language as part of regular classroom activities. About 50 percent of the District’s kindergarteners enroll in the traditional kindergarten program (taught in English) and about 50 percent enroll in one of the language immersion options. Kindergarten families may also choose a half-day or extended day program. Before- and after-school child care is available at each school.

Minnetonka’s new Navigators program for exceptionally gifted chidren is at Excelsior and Scenic Heights Elementary Schools. This program serves a small, unique group of learners with I.Q.’s of 145 and above who demonstrate high levels of intensity, intellectual curiosity, and focus in interest areas, with exceptional processing speed and visual systems learning.

Minnetonka’s new middle school program provides increased rigor, choice, support and flexibility and is tailored to meet the needs of adolescents. Accelerated courses in language arts, math and science — as well as world language courses in Chinese, French, German and Spanish — are offered to middle school students. Highly motivated math students may complete algebra, geometry, and higher algebra during middle school. Pre-AP US History is also an option for students.

Minnetonka High School offers accelerated courses, including pre-engineering and architectural design, as well as 20 Advanced Placement (AP) programs. Minnetonka also offers the prestigious International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. In addition to traditional world language options, students may enroll in Chinese or American Sign Language. Minnetonka’s Class of 2010 posted an average ACT Score of 25.7, 99.6 percent of the class graduated and 92 percent will attend college.

Minnetonka Schools are nationally recognized for using technology as an accelerator of learning and Minnetonka students consistently perform among the top on state tests.

All Minnetonka schools are making Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) per state and federal guidelines. Minnetonka welcomes open enrollment and non-resident students.

Facilities Scheduling ............................ 952-401-5052 Finance and Operations .......................952-401-5024 Food and Nutrition Services ................952-401-5034 High Potential Services ....................... 952-401-5100 Human Resources ................................ 952-401-5014 Musical Offerings ...................... 952-401-6846/6801 Project Soar ..........................................952-401-6898 (Adults with disabilities) School Board Information ...................952-401-5004 Student Driver’s Education ..................952-401-6801 Student Registration ............................952-401-5009 Student Support Services ..................... 952-401-5013 Superintendent’s Office........................952-401-5004 Teaching and Learning Office ............. 952-401-5134 Transportation ..................................... 952-401-5019 Volunteer Program ............................... 952-401-5055 Youth Enrichment/Recreation Program ...................

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Minnetonka School Board The school board is the district’s governing body. It is composed of seven members, each of whom is a district resident elected at-large by district voters. Board meetings usually are held the first Thursday of the month, at the District Service Center located at 5621 Co. Rd. 101, Minnetonka. Meetings are open to the public. Citizens can address the board on any subject during “Community Comments” at the beginning of each meeting. School Board members are elected in odd-numbered years.

District 276 Board Members Pam Langseth, Treasurer .........................952-470-8858 Lisa Wagner, Clerk ..................................952-474-2205 Karen Walkowski, Chair..........................952-937-0210 Erin Adams, Director ..............................952-380-1352 Cal Litsey, Director .................................952-380-1499 Paul Luehr, Clerk ....................................952-842-8281 Peg Keenan, Director ..............................952-232-7031

District 112/Eastern Carver County Schools Central Registration District Education Center 11 Peavey Road, Chaska

952.556.6112 welcomecenter@district112.org

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512 Industrial Blvd., Waconia.............952-442-0600 Web site ..............................www.waconia.k12.mn.us Nancy Rajanen, Superintendent .........952-442-0600 E-mail .....................nrajanen@waconia.k12.mn.us

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ndependent School District 110 is one of the fastest growing districts in the metro — serving more than 19,000 residents in Waconia, St. Bonifacius and New Germany — in two elementary schools (K-4), a middle school (Gr. 5-8) and a high school (Gr. 9-12).

Frequently Called Numbers/Facilities Bayview Elementary 24 S. Walnut St., Waconia ..................952-442-0630 Chuck Anderson, Principal .............952-442-0631 E-mail............ canderson@waconia.k12.mn.us Southview Elementary 225 W. 4th St., Waconia .....................952-442-0620 Khuzana DeVaan, Principal .............952-442-0621 E-mail............... kdevaan@waconia.k12.mn.us Clearwater Middle School 1650 Community Dr., Waconia..........952-442-0650 Peter Gustafson, Principal ...............952-442-0651 E-mail........... pgustafson@waconia.k12.mn.us Waconia High School 1400 Community Dr., Waconia..........952-442-0670 Mark Fredericksen, Principal...........952-442-0671 E-mail...... mfredericksen@waconia.k12.mn.us Jeff Jeska, Asst. Principal .........................952- 442-0677 E-mail....................jjeska@waconia.k12.mn.us Dave Kuehn, Activities Director......952-442-0665 E-mail................ dkuehn@waconia.k12.mn.us

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Tim Alexander .................................................................................... 952-401-5015 Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources Eric Schneider .................................................................................. 952-401-51010 Assistant Superintendent of Instruction Tim Litfin ........................................................................................... 952-401-5043 Exec. Dir. of Community Education Paul Bourgeois .................................................................................... 952-401-5024 Exec. Dir. of Finance & Operations Janet Swiecichowski............................................................................ 952-401-5095 Exec. Dir. of Communications Jan Bootsma ........................................................................................ 952-401-5017 Dir. of Student Support Services Jane Bender ......................................................................................... 952-401-5048 Supervisor of Food and Nutrition Services Lori Jonason ....................................................................................... 952-401-5019 Supervisor of Transportation

COMPLETE CAR CARE CENTER • • • • • • •

Frequently Called Numbers General Information.......................................................................952-401-5000 Adult Options in Education ...........................................................952-401-6839 Adult English Language Learners .................................................952-401-6839 Arts Center on 7/ Minnetonka Theatre ......................................................................952-401-5898 Career Center ................................................................................. 952-401-5845 Community Education .................................................................. 952-401-6800 Communications ............................................................................952-401-5095 Early Childhood Family Education .............................................. 952-401-6808 Early Childhood Screening ............................................................... 952-401-6840 Early Childhood Special Education .............................................. 952-401-6806 Explorer’s Club ...............................................................................952-401-6832 (Before/after school child care)

Clear Springs Elementary (K-5) 5701 Co. Rd. 101, Minnetonka ..........952-401-6950 Curt Carpenter, Principal Deephaven Elementary (K-5) 4452 Vine Hill Rd., Deephaven .........952-401-6900 Bryan McGinley, Principal Excelsior Elementary (K-5) 441 Oak St., Excelsior ........................952-401-5650 Lee Drolet, Principal Groveland Elementary (K-5) 17310 Minntonka Blvd., Minnetonka 952-401-5600 David Parker, Principal Minnewashta Elementary (K-5) 26350 Smithtown Rd., Excelsior ........952-401-5500 Cynthia Andress, Principal Scenic Heights Elementary School (K-5) 5650 Scenic Heights Dr., Minnetonka ......................

952-401-5400 Joe Wacker, Principal Minnetonka Middle School-East (Gr. 6-8) 17000 Lake St. Ext., Minnetonka ......952-401-5200 Pete Dymit, Principal Minnetonka Middle School-West (Gr. 6-8) 6421 Hazeltine Blvd., Excelsior ..........952-401-5300 Bill Jacobson, Principal Minnetonka High School (Gr. 9-12) 18301 Hwy. 7, Minnetonka ................952-401-5700 David Adney, Principal Minnetonka Community Education Center 4584 Vine Hill Rd., Excelsior .............952-401-6800 Tim Litfin, Executive Director Minnetonka Preschool 4584 Vine Hill Rd., Excelsior .............952-401-6830 Judy Erdahl, Coordinator

District Office

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Our Welcome Center offers convenient, one-stop school registration for students in preschool through high school.

Monday–Friday, 8 am to 3:30 pm

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Administration

Welcome new residents!

NOTE: School board members will change after Nov. 2011 elections.

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School Board Teresa Kittridge, Chair 10840 North Shore Rd., Waconia ......952-454-7211 John Weinand, Vice Chair 1972 Campfire Ct., Waconia ..............952-442-8848 Don Johnson, Director 1780 Clearwater Rd., Waconia..........952-442-3937 Mike Bullis, Director 187 Sunset Blvd., Waconia ................952-442-5150 Keith Griffi n, Director 826 Cross Point Rd., Waconia ......... 952-679-4906 Brian Rothstein, Director 101 E. 2nd St., Waconia ....................952-442-7505 Cathy Thom, Director 1630 Woodlawn Circle, Waconia .....952-442-1512

Community Education 516 Industrial Blvd., Waconia ............952-442-0610 Web site ................... www.waconiacommunityed.org Director, Tiffany Nelson .....................952-442-0615 Educational Supervisor, Jennifer Merritt ..................

952-442-0618 ECFE Coordinator, Marilyn Laulainen ....................

952-442-0613 Rainbow Preschool, Megan Bailey .....952-442-0633 Kids Company (School Age) Child Care Bayview Elementary Site ....................952-442-0614 Southview Elementary Site ................952-442-0627 Clearwater Middle Site ......................952-442-0617 St. Bonifacius Site...............................952-446-9572

Carver-Scott Educational Cooperative 401 E. Fourth St., Chaska ..................952-368-8800 Fax ..................................................952-368-8858 Web site ............................................www.cseced.org Randall Zitterkopf, Executive Director Programs include alternative learning centers, special education, adult basic education, professional and technical programs, youth and adult transitional services, family programs and more. Locations are spread across Carver and Scott counties.

The World Learner School (1-8)

Guardian Angels (Pre-K-8) 217 W. 2nd St., Chaska ......................952-227-4010 Preschool ............................................952-227-4018 Web site ........................................www.gachaska.org A Catholic school open to all faiths and committed to building an education for the future. Fully accredited by the Minnesota Nonpublic School Accrediting Association and directed by a professional certified teaching staff.

St. John's Lutheran School (Pre-K-8) 300 4th St. E., Chaska.......................952-448-2526 Web site .............................. www.stjohnschaska.org Jack Pallas, Principal, Director of Educational Ministries Al Dutcher, Assistant Principal St. John’s is nationally accredited, preschool-8th grade school providing a quality Christian eduation with proven results. St. John’s Lutheran School consistently ranks above State and National testing averages, while incorporating strong Christian values and morals throughout the curriculum in a warm and nurturing environment.

St. John the Baptist Catholic School (PreK-8) 638 Mill St., Excelsior ........................952-474-5812 Fax ..................................................952-402-8778 Kids of the Kingdom Extended Day ..952-474-8287 E-mail.............schoolsecretary@stjohns-excelsior.org Web site ............................www.stjohns-excelsior.org St. John's is an MNSAA accredited school that provides families the opportunity to have their children educated in a strong Catholic environment within a small community setting for grades PreK-8. A strong staff, parish support and a high level of parent involvement are three attributes of St. John's continued success for more than 50 years. The school offers an outstanding core curriculum with many extra-curricular activities.

Holy Family Catholic High School

Non-Public Schools

8101 Kochia Ln., Victoria ..................952-443-4659 Fax ..................................................952-443-1822 E-mail.....................................admissions@hfchs.org Web site ............................................. www.hfchs.org Kathleen Brown, President/Principal Serving grades 9-12, this Lasallian co-educational school is committed to helping young men and women realize their academic and spiritual potentials. The school also provides a full program of interscholastic athletics and extracurricular activities, and is affiliated with the Minnesota River Conference. Financial aid and transportation are available.

Chapel Hill Academy (K-8)

Mayer Lutheran High School

306 W. 78th St., Chanhassen ............952-949-9014 Web site ................................... www.chapel-hill.org Kathy Tweeten, Head Administrator Debbie Hansen, Director of Student Affairs Judy Winship, Director of Admissions and Marketing Chapel Hill is an independent Christian school offering small class sizes in a nurturing environment.

Christian world-view training is integrated into each day, allowing students to excel spiritually, academically and socially as they prepare for high school. Specials include music/band, Spanish, library, physical education and art. After-school care and sports leagues are offered.

Parent involvement is welcome. Financial assistance is available.

St. Hubert School (Pre-K-8) 8201 Main St., Chanhassen ................952-934-6003 Web site .........................................www.sthubert.org

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305 5th St. N.E., Mayer .....................952-657-2251 Fax ..................................................952-657-2344 Web site ........................................www.lhsmayer.org Joel Landskroener, Executive Director Kevin Wilaby, Principal A nationally accredited high school offering Christcentered education and academic excellence, sports and fine arts programs. Bus service is available. A variety of denominations are represented and welcomed.

Southwest Christian High School 103 Peavey Rd., Chaska .................... 952-556-0040 Fax .................................................. 952-556-5567 E-mail .................................. s_beuning@swchs.org Web site ........................................... www.swchs.org Southwest students (grades 9-12) are challenged to think and live differently in the midst of postmodern culture. All subjects, from physics to physical education,

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are rigorously taught with a biblical worldview. Honors and AP classes, music and fine arts, 12 varsity sports and a wide variety of co-curricular activities are available.

SWCHS also offers a substantial fi nancial aid program.

To arrange a tour, call the Admissions Office.

The International School of Minnesota (Pre-K-12) 6385 Beach Rd., Eden Prairie.............952-918-1800 Admissions .........................................952-918-1840 Web site ............. www.internationalschoolmmn.com Christine Brinkman, Marketing and Admissions The International School of Minnesota is a private, non-denominational college preparatory school for children ages 3 through grade 12. Admissions are accepted throughout the school year, based on availability.

The ISM’s curriculum is rigorous with extensive math and science. Spanish and French are taught daily by native speakers, and Chinese is offered as an elective in the high school. Interscholastic sports, drama, choir, orchestra, art and numerous extra-curricular activities are available. An Extended Day program is offered 7 a.m.-6 p.m. and is included in tuition. Financial Aid is available for grades 6-12.

Hennepin Technical College 13100 College View Dr., Eden Prairie952-995-1300 TTY ..................................................763-488-2571 Web site ................................www.hennepintech.edu Courses are offered during the day, evening and online. More than 45 programs are available with Associate of Science and Associate of Applied Science degrees offered, as well as diplomas and certificates.

The Holy Family Fire football team made it all the way to the Prep Bowl last season before losing in the Class 3A final. They are pictured here after their semifinal victory.

Scott-Carver-Dakota CAP Agency Provides assistance to families, providers and the community with child care information and services.

Individualized referral for the metro area (651-6410332 or www.mnchildcare.org).

712 Canterbury Rd. S., Shakopee Local resources ...................................... 952-402-9824 Web site ........................................ www.capagency.org Minnetonka Early Childhood Screening................................. ............ 952-401-6840

Head Start CAP Agency (P) 712 Canterbury Rd. S., Shakopee......952-496-2125

L U T H E R A N

St. Andrew Lutheran Church

C H U R C H

Believing, Belonging, Becoming.

Wo r s h i p • B i b l e S t u d i e s • C h u r c h C a m p

MPLS CAMPUS 50th St. between James and Knox Ave. S. Worship at 9, 10, 11 AM & 12 noon Sunday School and Nursery at 9, 10 & 11 AM WEST CAMPUS Rolling Acres Rd. between Hwy. 5 and Hwy. 7, Victoria Worship at 9:15 & 10:30 AM Sunday School and Nursery at 9:15 & 10:30 AM WWW.MTOLIVET.ORG MPLS 612.926.7651U WEST 952.767.1500

Preschool & Child Care Key: Preschool (P), Child Care Center (C), School Age (S) Acorns to Oaks Preschool (P) 8475 Kochia Lane, Victoria ................952-443-4255 Jamboree Preschool (P, C, S) 8199 Victoria Dr., Victoria..................952-443-2121 Alphabet Junction (P, C) 7924 Victoria Dr., Victoria..................952-443-3196 Children of Tomorrow (P, C, S) 1490 Lake Dr. W., Chanhassen ..........952-448-7829 Kindercare (P, C, S) 1621 McGlynn Rd., Chanhassen ........952-401-0154 Christ Victorious Preschool 9860 Shady Oak Dr., Chaska 952-443-2993 ext. 225 District 110 Rainbow Preschool (P) Sarah Zieman ......................................952-442-0610 District 110 Kids Company (S) Jennifer Merritt ...................................952-442-0618 District 112 Preschools (P) 11 Peavey Rd., Chaska .......................952-556-6224 District 112 School Age Care Programs (S) Registration information or program questions .......

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Preschool & Child Care Referrals

Chaska Elementary Club Care 1800 Chestnut St., Chaska Clover Ridge Elementary Club Care 114000 Hundertmark Rd., Chaska

Bluff Creek Elementary Club Care 2300 Coulter Blvd., Chanhassen Chanhassen Elementary Club Care 7600 Laredo Dr., Chanhassen

East Union Elementary Club Care 15655 Co. Rd. 43, Carver Jonathan Elementary Club Care 110300 Pioneer Tr. W., Chaska Kindergarten Center Club Care 110600 Village Rd., Chaska Victoria Elementary Club Care 9300 Red Fox Dr., Victoria Extreme Kids (S) Chaska Community Center 1661 Park Ridge Dr., Chaska ..952-448-3176, ext.

7742 Family of Christ Preschool (P) 2020 Coulter Blvd., Chanhassen .........952-380-9838 Preschool Place (P, C) 1141 Cardinal St., Chaska...................952-361-4223 ISD 276 Explorers Club (S) Kathryn Larsen, Enrollment Manager 952-401-6832 Jonathan Montessori House of Children (P, S) 112050 Hundertmark Rd., Chaska .....952-448-5232 Ladybug Childcare Center (P, C, S) 306 Lake Hazeltine Dr., Chaska .........952-448-7202 La Petite Academy (C) 1430 Park Ct., Chanhassen .................952-470-0188 Little Angels Preschool (P) 217 W. 2nd St., Chaska.......................952-227-4010

Living Christ Lutheran Church 820 Lake Drive Ɣ Chanhassen (1 block S. of Hwy. 5 between Powers Blvd. and Hwy. 101 S.) 952Ͳ934Ͳ5110 Ɣ www.livingchrist.org Ɣ (LCMS)

SUNDAY WORSHIP 8:00 am Traditional 9:30 am Contemporary • Youth Programs • Choirs • Bible Studies • Service Projects • Mission Trips • Confirmation

(9:30 Education Hour for children, youth & adults) 10:45 am Contemporary (Sept.ͲMay) (MidͲWeek Worship: Summer, Advent and Lent)

ONE CHURCH, TWO LOCATIONS

St. Andrew

13600 Technology Drive, Eden Prairie, MN 952-937-2776

St. Andrew West

112090 Hundertmark Road, Chaska, MN 952-448-6358 WORSHIP SCHEDULE St. Andrew Saturday 5:00pm Sunday 9:00am, 10:30am & 6:00pm St. Andrew West 9:30am

PASTORS Alan Loose Tasha Genck Morton Roger Schindel

• P r e s c h o o l • S e r v i c e • Yo u t h P r o g r a m s •

112050 Hundertmark Rd., Chaska ... 952-368-7398 E-mail ...........................dsiekmann@wlschaska.org Web site .....................................www.wlschaska.org Deana Siekmann, Director A public Montessori Charter School, the World Learner School supports an experiential collaborative learning (Montessori) program serving children ages 6 to 14. Children with varying academic abilities, learning styles and challenges complement each other in a multi-age classroom designed to promote cooperative learning.

Mary Roles, Principal St. Hubert is a fully accredited Pre-K-8 school of 735 students. Teachers work collaboratively to meet the diverse needs of their students while recognizing the importance of educating the whole child. St. Hubert’s mission is to develop and nurture the spiritual, social, intellectual, emotional, physical and moral growth of each individual child.

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LIVING CHRIST EARLY LEARNING CENTER Christian care for infants Ͳ 5th gr.

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Parks

Minnetonka Preschool and ECFE (P) Minnetonka Community Education Center (MCEC) 4584 Vine Hill Rd., Excelsior. ..........952-401-6812 New Horizon Academy (P, C, S) 310 Lake Dr. E., Chanhassen..............952-949-9056 2905 Chestnut St. N., Chaska ..........952-368-9850 St. John’s Lutheran Preschool (P, C, S) 300 4th St. E., Chaska ........................952-448-2526 www.stjohnschaska.org Step by Step Montessori (P, C, S) 1485 White Oak Dr., Chaska .............952-368-4456 Treks and Trails Preschool (P) Chaska Community Center 1661 Park Ridge Dr., Chaska ......... 952-448-2009

Victoria Parks

Community Education

Carver County Parks ...........................952-466-5250

There are a number of youth and adult education, fitness and recreational programs offered by the Victoria Parks and Recreation Department. For more information, call 952-443-4255.

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Trick-or-treaters were caught in a historic Minnesota snowstorm during the Halloween Blizzard of 1991. The storm dropped 28.4 inches of snow on the Twin Cities.

Victoria has acres of existing parkland spread throughout 18 parks within the current city limits.

Carver Park Reserve, although not owned by the city, is an added bonus to the Victoria-area park system. The Victoria Recreation Center, located in Diethelm Park, offers a full-service gymnasium, ice rink, free weights, fitness machines, walking track and concessions.

City of Victoria Parks and Recreation Department/Victoria Recreation Center......................................................952-443-4255 Web site...................................www.ci.victoria.mn.us

Regional Parks Web site ........................... www.co.carver.mn.us/parks Carver Parks operates the following regional parks: Baylor Regional Park Co. Rd. 33 (Off Hwy. 5), Norwood Young America..

952-466-5250 A 200-acre park, Baylor is also home to the Onan Observatory opearted by the Minnesota Astronomical Society. The Observatory has several telescopes for public viewing at scheduled events. Additional facilities at Baylor include campgrounds, a beach, fishing pier, playgrounds, restrooms, picnic shelters and trails.

Lake Minnewashta Regional Park Hwy. 41, Chanhassen ............................952-466-5250 Lake Minnewashta is a 350-acre park with a boat launch, picnic shelters, swimming beach with lifeguards, creative children's play structure, hiking trails, cross country skiing, volleyball courts, restrooms and fishing pier.

Lake Waconia Regional Park Off Hwy. 5, east of Waconia .................952-466-5250

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This recently expanded park and beach area has a children's play area, picnic grounds, picnic shelter and restrooms. A large sliding hill, featuring an 80-foot plunge, offers sledding enthusiasts a scenic view of Lake Waconia and Coney Island.

Bloomington to Jordan, along both sides of the Minnesota River. Nearby Chaska, Rapids Lake and Louisville Swamp Units combine to provide 4,700 acres of outdoor opportunities such as hiking, bicycling, cross-country skiing, wildlife observation and photography as posted on Refuge interpretive signs.

Hennepin County Three Rivers Park District ..............763-559-9000

3300 Tanadoona Dr. ............................952-474-8085 Located on the eastern shore of Lake Minnewashta, Camp Tanadoona is owned and operated by the Minneapolis Council of Camp Fire, a youth agency for boys and girls.

Web site .................... www.threeriversparkdistrict.org Three Rivers operates the following: Carver Park Reserve 7025 Victoria Dr., Victoria Lake Auburn Campground reservations ......................

763-559-6700 Lowry Nature Center ................................. 763-694-7650 A 3,700-acre park reserve where trumpeter swans and other wildlife have been nurtured. There are trails, camping, biking, fishing, children’s playground, Historic Grimm Farm and nature programs.

The Landing - Minnesota River Heritage Park 2187 E. Hwy. 101, Shakopee .............763-694-7784 Web site ................ www.threeriversparkdistrict.org

MN Landscape Arboretum 3675 Arboretum Dr., Chaska ..............952-443-1400 Web site ..................................www.arboretum.umn.edu The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum offers more than 1,000 acres of landscaped gardens, natural woodlands, wetlands and prairie, plant collections, and displays. Walk, hike, cross-country ski more than eight miles of trails. Open 363 days a year.

Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge 3815 American Blvd., E., Bloomington .....................

952-854-5900 Education and Visitor Center 15865 Carver Highlands Dr., Carver Web site....... www.fws.gov/midwest/Minnesotavalley Made up of eight separate units, the 14,000-acre Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge runs from

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Horse Riding/Lessons Minnesota Valley Riders Saddle Club Joyce Johnson ........................................................................................952-873-6495 www.mvrsc.org River Valley Ranch 16480 Co. Rd. 45, Carver .....................................................................952-361-3361

Sports Clay Ranges MN Horse & Hunt Club 2920 - 220th St., Prior Lake .................................................................952-447-2272

Campgrounds Baylor Park 10775 Co. Rd. 33, Norwood Young America .......................................763-694-7650 Carver Park Reserve 7025 Victoria Dr., Victoria...................................................................763-559-9000 Minneapolis S.W. KOA 3315 166th St. W., Jordan ....................................................................952-492-6440 MN Valley Trail State Park/Rec Area 19825 Park Blvd., Jordan ......................................................................952-492-6400 Shakopee Valley RV Park 1245 Bluff Ave. E., Shakopee ...............................................................952-445-7313 Will’s Riverview RV Park 1705 3rd Ave. W., Shakopee ................................................................952-445-5323

Youth Sports Victoria Parks & Recreation...................................................................952-443-4240 Web site....................................................................................www.ci.victoria.mn.us Chanhassen Athletic Association Hotline ..........................................952-227-7000 The CAA is a nonprofit, volunteer organization committed to the development of quality athletic programs for Chanhassen area youth. The CAA is assisted by the Chanhassen Park and Recreation Department in maintaining and scheduling sports facilities.

Carver Youth Baseball and Softball Jane Thon ........................................................................................... 952-492-2907 Chaska Area Football Association Web site ............................................................................ www.chaskafootball.com Chaska Area Youth Basketball Association Web site ......................................................................................... www.caybba.com Chaska Community Hockey Association Web site ............................................................................... www.chaskahockey.org Chaska Area Youth Baseball Association Web site ............................................................www.chaskaareayouthbaseball.com Chaska Figure Skating Club Hotline................................................................................................ 952-906-0815 Web site .....................................................................................www.chaskafsc.com Chaska Gymnastics Hotline............................................................................... 952-448-5633, ext. 7757 Chaska School of Dance Mary Pieper ........................................................................................ 952-873-6781 Chaska Stallions Wrestling Club Web site .........................................................................www.stallionswrestling.org Chaska Youth Softball Association Web site .......................................................................... www.eteamz.com/chaska/ CC United Soccer Club Web site ............................................................................ www.ccunitedsoccer.com Minnetonka Schools Youth Programs ................................................ 952-401-6801 Hopkins-Minnetonka Rec. Dept. ....................................................... 952-939-8203 Mini-Hops Gymnastics Club ...............................................................952-933-2452 Minnetonka Juniors Volleyball Web site .........................................................................................www.tonkavb.org Minnetonka Lacrosse Association Web site ........................................................................................ www.mtkalax.org Minnetonka Swim Club .......................................................www.mtkaswimclub.org Minnesota Youth Hockey Web site ................................................................................. www.tonkahockey.org South Tonka Little League Sam Holmgren ....................................................................................952-474-5392

Yearly Memberships Single Adult Single Adult (60+) Single Youth (5-18) Family

Resident $205.20 $114.36 $114.36 $342.00

Non-Resident $$285.36 $171.00 $171.00 $478.80

Resident $6.00 $3.00 $3.00 $10.00

Non-Resident $9.00 $5.00 $5.00 $15.00

Daily Fees Adult Youth Senior Family

Monthly Memberships Single Adult Family Single (60+)/Youth (5-18)

Resident $27.79 $38.48 $21.38

Non-Resident $35.25 $49.16 $26.72

Resident memberships are now available if you work (full or part-time) inVictoria.

Proof of employment or ownership is required.

Open Skate Times Times are TBD, please call the Victoria Recreation Center for more information at 952-443-4255.

Open Gym Times Open Gym is Monday-Friday from 7:00 PM-8:00 PM, 8:00-10:00 PM on Saturdays and Sundays. The gym is free to residents on Tuesdays and Saturdays. It is free to members or the cost of a daily pass. Gym users must be supervised by an adult if they are under 10 years of age.

Walking/Running Open during Victoria Recreation Center hours and is free for everyone to use. Users must be ten years or older to use the track without adult.

Senior Programs Car Fit, Communities Against Senior Exploitation

Adult Programs Outdoor Bootcamp, Zumba, Drop-in Fitness Classes, Yoga (multiple skill levels), Women’s Self-Defense Class, Men’s 3 on 3 Basketball League

Youth Programs Flag Football League, Babysitting Class, Safe at Home Alone, Parents Night Out, Abrakadoodle Art: Stars Wars Art Adventures; Beabs, Bangles and Bows Art Camp; Tae Kwon Do

Pre-School Programs Pee-Wee Sports Camps, Abrakadoodle Art Classes: I Love Art; Snowman Art See the Fall Parks & Rec brochure for more program information. You can find that at the Victoria Recreation Center or online at www.ci.victoria.mn.us

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Continued from page 23 Tonka Baseball Holly Olson...........................................952-470-2248 Tonka United Soccer Association.......... 952-475-9178 Web site .................................... www.tonkaunited.org Youth Basketball Christine Best .......................................952-401-6822 River Valley Dance Academy .................952-368-2300 Waconia Wrestling Club Web site ..........................www.waconiawrestling.com West Express Swim Team....................... 763-391-2872

Adult Recreation Victoria Parks and Recreation .................952-443-4255 Web site .....................................www.ci.victoria.mn.us Co-Rec Volleyball, Co-Rec Softball, Co-Rec Kickball, Fall/Winter Racquetball, Men's 3-on-3 Basketball Chaska Parks & Recreation 952-448-3176, ext. 7741

Senior Citizens Throughout this guide there are many programs and activities open to all area residents, including senior citizens. This list, however, is a reminder of some specific programs senior citizens may need or use.

Victoria Senior Commission The goal of the City of Victoria's Senior Commission is to plan and prepare for the needs, interests and contributions of the older population. Victoria strives to be a senior-friendly community and keeps the wellbeing of its aging community at the forefront.

The Park and Recreation Department offers many senior programs. For information, call 952-443-4210 or visit www.ci.victoria.mn.us.

Chanhassen Senior Center 7700 Market Blvd., Chanhassen Sue Bill.................................................... 952-227-1125 The Chanhassen Senior Center is located in the lower level of City Hall. Activities include cards, bingo, crafts, senior clubs, senior chorus, bridge, wood carving, defensive driving classes, health, education, fitness and technology classes, computer instruction, health insurance counseling, foot care clinic, day and extended trips and special events. The Senior Center offers nutritious and affordable lunches and homedelivered meals for senior citizens age 60+. Meals are offered Monday through Friday. The center is open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Programs AARP – American Association of Retired Persons Information Center – Mall of America ......................

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CAP Agency Ask for Senior Programs .....................952-496-2125 Carver County Social Services ..............952-361-1600 Immunizations for Seniors Carver County ....................................952-361-1329 RSVP – Retired & Senior Volunteer Program .............

612-617-7833 Senior Linkage Line ........................... 1-800-333-2433 Senior Life Transitions, LLC.................952-239-9631 Social Security Administration ......... 1-800-772-1213

Dining

Emerald Crest of Shakopee 1855 10th Ave. W., Shakopee .............952-233-8811 Specializes in memory care.

The Gardens at St. Gertrude’s 1850 Sarazin St., Shakopee .................952-233-4400 Lighthouse at Waconia 500 S. Cherry St., Waconia .................952-442-1261 Westview Acres Personal Care 433 5th St., Waconia ...........................952-442-5459 Westwood Place 209 Jefferson Ave. S.W., Watertown ...952-955-1399

CAP Agency Senior Dining Chanhassen Senior Center ..................952-227-1127 Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m., Monday-Friday. Call at least two days in advance.

CAP Agency Meals on Wheels..............952-227-1127

Adult Foster Care

Residential Options

Nursing Homes

Senior Citizen Apartments

Auburn Manor 501 Oak St. N., Chaska .......................952-448-9303 Auburn Home in Waconia 594 Cherry Dr., Waconia.....................952-442-2546 Elim Home 409 Jefferson Ave. S.W., Watertown ...952-955-2691 Friendship Manor Health Care Center 1340 3rd Ave. W., Shakopee ...............952-445-4155 St. Gertrude’s Health & Rehabilitation Center 1850 Sarazin St., Shakopee .................952-233-4400 Waconia Good Samaritan Center 333 5th St. W., Waconia......................952-442-5111

River Gables 110 E. 1st St., Chaska..........................952-448-9201 Talheim Apartments 407 N. Oak St., Chaska .......................952-361-0310 Waybury Apartments 110340 Geske Rd., Chaska..................952-448-5022 Centennial Hill 820 Santa Vera Dr., Chanhassen .........952-474-4060 SummerWood of Chanhassen 525 Lake Dr., Chanhassen...................952-975-9955 Sterling Ponds 16355 Wagner Way, Eden Prairie .......952-949-0804 Summit Place 8501 Flying Cloud Dr., Eden Prairie ..952-995-1000 Schule Haus 100 4th St. W., Jordan .........................952-492-2084 Peace Villa Apartments 308 Faxon Rd.,Norwood Young America....................

952-467-3692 Levee Drive Apartments 200 Levee Dr., Shakopee .....................952-445-2001 River City Apartments 205 1st Ave. E., Shakopee ...................952-445-5107 Crossings, The 200 S. Olive St., Waconia ....................952-442-8232 Evergreen Apartments 100 W. 3rd St., Waconia .....................952-442-5276 Westview Acres Apartments 433 5th St. W., Waconia......................952-442-5459 Kingsway Retirement Living 815 W. Main St., Belle Plaine .............952-873-5900

Assisted Living/Memory Care Victoria Care Center 1885 Steiger Lake Ln., Victoria ..........952-443-2735 Augustana Emerald Crest of Victoria 8150 Bavaria Rd., Victoria ..................952-908-2215 Specializes in memory care.

Auburn Courts 501 Oak St. N., Chaska .......................952-448-9303 Hidden Creek Assisted Living 112001 Hidden Creek Place, Chaska. 952-361-9338, ext. 1 SummerWood of Chanhassen 525 Lake Dr., Chanhassen...................952-975-9955 Alterra Clare Bridge 7513 Mitchell Rd., Eden Prairie .........952-906-3800 Specializes in memory care.

Becky’s Place 6391 Duck Lake Rd., Eden Prairie .....952-906-9181 Summit Place 8501Flying Cloud Dr., Eden Prairie ...952-995-1000 Valleyview Assisted Living/Memory Care Unit 4061 W. 173rd St., Jordan ...................952-492-6160 Emerald Crest of Minnetonka 13401 Lake St. Extension, Minnetonka .....................

952-933-9903 Specializes in memory care.

Sunrise Assisted Living of Minnetonka 18605 Old Excelsior Blvd., Minnetonka ..................

952-474-9155

Victoria Care Center 1885 Steiger Lake Ln., Victoria ..........952-443-2735 Valleyview Assisted Living/Memory Care Unit 4061 173rd St. W., Jordan ...................952-492-6160

Carver County Community Social Services Many social service programs are provided by government.

In most cases, federal, state and local funds are administered through county agencies. The following programs — many mandated, some locally initiated — are offered by Carver County Social Services, a department of the County of Carver. Many are available only to people who meet income criteria, but others are available on a sliding fee scale, while still others are available to any county resident. The programs are separated into four categories: Social Services; Mental Health Services; Financial Assistance; and Employment/ Training.

Web site ............................................www.co.carver.mn.us

I. Community Social Services......................

952-361-1600 Teen Parents Serves pregnant teenagers and their families.

Transportation Arranges necessary transportation for the elderly, handicapped and others through county bus service and individual volunteer drivers. Call 952-496-8341 to arrange transportation.

Encore: Carver County Adult Day Services Located in Waconia, it provides adult day services for older adults who need daily support. Call 952-442-7660 for more information.

Family-Based, In-Home Services Includes intense family therapy provided in the family’s home to prevent the out-of-home placement of one or more children, as well as teaching parenting techniques, budgeting or other skills.

Long-Term Care Consultations Does assessments to determine long-term care needs.

Recommends home and community based services and discusses nursing facility placement if needed. Can arrange to provide home care services for eligible persons. To learn more and make a referral for a LTCC assessment, call 952-442-7671.

Central Intake Provides information about, and makes referrals to, services. Determines what services are needed.

Adult Protection Services Provides adult protection assessments and evaluates need for services. Facilitates civil commitment for persons who are mentally ill or chemically dependent and at risk of serious harm.

Children’s Services Protects abused or neglected children. Helps strengthen families so they can stay together.

Chemical Dependency Provides assessment, information and referral to needed services and funding for eligible persons.

Developmental Disabilities Provides case management to persons with developmental disabilities and assists in gaining access to services and funding.

Licensing Provides training and licensing for foster parents and day care providers.

Adoption Does home studies for children with special needs.

II. Mental Health Services First Street Center 540 E. 1st St., Waconia ..........................952-442-4437 Emergency after hours............................ 952-442-7601 First Street Center, Carver County Mental Health Program, provides individual, couples, family, and group counseling/psychotherapy, psychological testing, and psychiatric evaluation and medication management.

The Community Support Program serves individuals with serious and persistent mental illness through case management, housing support, social and recreational activities, and related supportive services.

Carver-Scott Mental Health Crisis Program 24-hour phone......................................... 952-442-7601 Mobile and telephone, in-person intervention, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

III. Financial Assistance ...... 952-361-1600 Emergency Assistance Emergency help to adults and families.

MFIP - General Assistance Gives temporary help to adults and families with children in need of food, clothing and shelter.

Food Support Provides funding to help buy food.

Medical Assistance Helps adults and families with children who do not have money for medical care.

Minnesota Supplemental Aid Gives financial aid to the aged, blind or disabled.

Child Support Helps single parents collect support from their child’s non-custodial parent.

County Funeral Provides burial expenses for the poor.

Fraud Prevents people from obtaining assistance for which they are not eligible.

IV. Employment & Training ....952-361-1711 Job Training Offers training and job placement for adults and youth.

Summer Youth Program Arranges summer jobs for youths, ages 14 to 21.

Senior Employment Arranges part-time jobs for people over age 55.

Dislocated Workers This program offers job opportunities for people who have been laid-off from their employment.

MFIP This provides training and job placement for families receiving MFIP. Child Care Offers help in paying for child care.

CAP Agency Scott-Carver-Dakota CAP Agency, Inc. 712 Canterbury Rd. S., Shakopee ........... 952-496-2125 E-mail ..............................................info@capagency.org Web site............................................ www.capagency.org The CAP Agency is a private, non-profit human service organization serving a three-county area. The following is a list of its services, along with a short description and the phone number for each program. To reach a program, call the number listed above, unless otherwise indicated.

Children & Family Services Child Care Resource and Referral............. 952-402-9824 Supports the development and maintenance of high quality childcare opportunities. Assists prospective providers in establishing their business and provides ongoing information to parents, providers and the community about current and emerging trends and issues in the area of early childhood care and education.

For child care referrals, call .......................... 651-641-0332 Crisis Nursery.............................................. 612-839-5101 Provides parents in crisis with short-term day and overnight childcare. Also offers parents counseling, support and referral services. Telephone calls are answered 24 hours a day.

Head Start Provides a family-oriented child development program providing education, social services and health and nutrition services for 3- to 5-year-olds from income-eligible families.

Head Start also serves children with disabilities.

Food & Nutrition Services Food Shelf .................................................... 952-496-2125 Offers a nutritionally balanced food package to individuals and families who do not have adequate resources to meet

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Continued from page 25 their nutritional needs. The Food Shelf is located at 712 Canterbury Rd. S., Shakopee. An additional Food Shelf site is located at 110650 Village Rd., Chaska.

WIC (Women, Infants and Children) ..... 952-402-9869 Provides nutrition education and food vouchers to qualifying women who are pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum, and families with infants and children to age 5.

Meals on Wheels......................................... 952-402-9855 Provides weekday delivery of nutritious meals to homebound citizens age 60 and over. The Meals on Wheels service is available on a short-term or long-term basis.

Senior Dining .............................................. 952-402-9855 Provides appetizing, nutritious meals and fellowship in a community setting, Monday-Friday, except holidays.

Participants must be 60 years of age, or the spouse of a senior. A minimum contribution of $3 per meal is suggested.

Reservations are required two days in advance.

Housing & Energy Services Energy Assistance Program Provides eligible households with grants to help with cost of heating bills and energy-related repairs.

Homeless Prevention Helps people who are at risk of becoming homeless to maintain current housing when funding is available. Assistance includes supportive services intended to help clients stabilize their situation and become self-reliant.

Transitional Housing Provides homeless families and individuals safe and affordable housing while they work toward self-reliance (Limited Availability).

Weatherization Helps eligible homeowners and renters reduce their heating and cooling costs by providing insulation and caulking and making minor repairs.

Community-Based Services Emergency Services Provides funds for rent, damage deposits and other necessities to people in emergency situations when other options are not available. Assistance is given in the form of grants when funding is available.

Thrift Shop ................................................. 952-402-9878 Provides a comfortable and upbeat department store atmosphere where gently used clothing and small household items can be purchased at very affordable prices. Located at 712 Canterbury Rd. S., Shakopee, the store is open to the public from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

Volunteers contribute their time to assist in the operation of the Thrift Shop, and all the items on the sales floor are donated.

Hope for the Holidays ................................ 952-496-2125 “Adopt-a-family” holiday gift sponsorship program that provides families with gifts for the December holidays. Sponsors often include businesses, civic groups, faith communities, schools and individuals.

Chore Services............................................. 952-496-2125 Provides senior citizens with indoor and outdoor maintenance services to help enable older adults to continue to live independently in their own homes for as long as possible.

Help & Support AARP – American Association of Retired Persons Information Center–Mall of America .952-858-9040 Web site....................... www.aarp.org/statepages/mn.

Adoption Services for Waiting Children .....................

952-361-1637 Alanon/Alateen 7204 W. 27th St., St. Louis Park ........952-920-3961 E-mail .........................................alanon@pobox.com Web site......................www.al-anon-alateen-msp.org

Alcoholics Anonymous 7204 W. 27th St., #113, St. Louis Park ......................

952-922-0880 E-mail ..................................info@aaminneapolis.org Web site................................ www.aaminneapolis.org American Heart Association – Greater Twin Cities 4701 W. 77th St., Edina......................952-835-3300 Web site................................ www.americanheart.org American Lung Association of MN 490 Concordia Ave., St. Paul, 55103 ...651-227-8014 Web site...........................................www.lungusa.org American Red Cross – Carver County 315 W. Elm St., Box 686 Norwood Young America....................952-467-4449 ARC Hennepin – Carver County 2446 University Ave. W., St. Paul .......952-920-0855 Big Brothers, Big Sisters – Greater Twin Cities ..........

651-789-2400 Web site................................. www.bigstwincities.org Birthright of Waconia ............................952-442-4026 Bridging, Inc. 201 W. 87th St., Bloomington ............952-888-1105 Web site......................................... www.bridging.org CAP Agency ( see separate listing in table of contents) Carver Co. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Work Group Information .................. 952-361-1329 Carver County Library Volunteer Services Tari Clay ............................................. 952-227-7609 Carver Co. Mental Health Center /First Street Center 540 E. 1st St., Waconia ..................... 952-442-4437 24-hour crisis phone............................952-442-7601 Carver County Work Force Services 602 E. 4th St., Chaska ........................952-361-1711 Carver-Scott Educational Cooperative 401 4th St. E, Chaska .........................952-368-8800

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Carver/Scott Humane Society ..............952-368-3553 Web site.................................. www.carverscotths.org Child Care Resource & Referral CAP Agency, 712 Canterbury Rd. S., Shakopee ........

952-496-2125 Web site.......................................www.capagency.org Choice, Inc. 7654 Executive Dr., Eden Prairie ........952-474-9510 Community Development Agency (CDA) 705 N. Walnut St., Chaska..................952-448-7715 Community Foundation for Carver County, The .....

952-250-5138 Web site ..............www.carvercountyfoundation.org Crisis Nursery 24-hour hotline ...................................763-591-0100 Fare for All (food co-op) ........................763-450-3880 Web site.........................................www.fareforall.org First Step-Help Me Grow – Carver County ................

952-368-0160 Five Stars Recovery Center 102 E. 2nd St., #110B, Chaska ...........952-448-6557 Food Shelf CAP Agency .......................................952-496-2125 The i’M oK Children’s Visitation Center 551 E. Park St., Belle Plaine ...............952-873-4214 E-mail .................................... svabw@frontiernet.net Web site.................... www.southernvalleyalliance.org La Leche League Deb Roberts ....................................... 952-474-5173 Web site ................................................ www.llli.org Leukemia & Lymphoma Society – MN Chapter Web site.........................................www.leukemia.org Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota ..651-642-5990 Web site..............................................www.lssmn.org MADD – Mothers Against Drunk Driving Web site........................................ www.maddmn.org

MN Friends of the Orphans ..................651-482-1703 Web site.......................www.friendsoftheorphans.org MN Job Service MN Dept. of Employment & Economic Development Scott County Work Force Center 752 Canterbury Rd. S., Shakopee .......952-445-7087 Web site............................. www.minnesotaworks.net MN Literacy Council .............................651-645-2277 Hotline & to volunteer .................... 1-800-225-7323 Web site............................................www.themlc.org MN Problem Gambling Hotline .. 1-800-333-HOPE MN Rehabilitation Services MN Dept. of Employment & Economic Development 752 Canterbury Rd. S., Shakopee .......952-402-9804 Web site......................www.positivelyminnesota.com MN Relay Service TTY/Voice/ASCII.......................... 1-800-627-3529 MRCI – Carver/Scott ...........................612-445-6811 Minnesotans for Safe Driving ...............952-238-0970 Web site ............www.minnesotansforsafedriving.com Narcotics Anonymous ............................952-939-3939 New Beginnings .....................................952-368-0150 Rainbow Animal Rescue ..................... 952-440-3824 Ridgeview Medical Center, Waconia Grief Support Group: Rebuilding Hope ....................

952-442-8083 Breast Cancer Support Group for Women.................

952-442-8083 American Cancer Society Look Good, Feel Better...

1-800-227-2345 Sleep Disorders Education ..................952-442-8083 Pregnancy & Infant Loss ....................952-442-8083 Angels of Hope(grief support for students in grades 3-6) 952-442-6030, ext. 6305 Bariatric Support Group ....................... 952-442-8083

RSVP – Retired & Senior Volunteer Program ..........

612-617-7833 E-mail ...................................... kobrien@voamn.org River Ridge Treatment Center ..............952-936-0304 River Valley Nursing Center (RVNC) 952-496-8669 752 Canterbury Rd. S., Shakopee 110650 Village Rd., Chaska The RVNC assesses, educates and refers available services as a health care and community resource for community members in Scott and Carver counties.

Southwest Metro Animal Rescue and Adoption Society Web site ................. www.swmetroanimalrescue.org St. Francis Regional Medical Center, Shakopee Diabetes Support Group .....................952-428-3324 Heart Support Group..........................952-428-2080 Infant Loss Support Group .................952-428-2002 Look Good–Feel Better (ACS) ..... 1-800-ACS-2345 Low Vision Support Group ................952-428-2002 Smoking Cessation....................... 1-888-354-PLAN Women’s Connection (Cancer) ...........952-428-2700 Scott-Carver Affordable Housing Coalition ...............

952-448-7715 Sexual Violence Center – Carver/Scott Counties 500 N. Pine St., #203, Chaska ............612-871-5111 Web site....................... www.sexualviolencecenter.org Social Security Administration ......... 1-800-772-1213 Web site..................................................www.ssa.gov SVABW – Southern Valley Alliance for Battered Women Mary Ann Bigaouette, Director ..........952-873-4214 E-mail .................................... svabw@frontiernet.net Web site.................... www.southernvalleyalliance.org Tree House Youth Outreach ..................952-368-2813

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Continued from page 27 Tubman Chrysalis: A Center for Women 4432 Chicago Ave., Minneapolis ........612-871-0118 Web site..............................www.chrysaliswomen.org United Way .............................................612-340-7400 Web site....................... www.unitedwaytwincities.org Univ. of MN Extension – Carver County...................

952-466-5300 Veterans’ Resource Center 550 Co. Rd. D W., New Brighton ......651-644-4022 Welcome Neighbor ................................952-442-9000 E-mail ..............welcome@welcomeneighbormn.com Web site.................... www.welcomeneighbormn.com

St. Francis Urgent Care – Shakopee St. Francis Regional Medical Center Emergency Dept.

1455 St. Francis Ave., Shakopee ..........952-428-2111 Urgent Care for Kids 6060 Clearwater Dr., #246, Minnetonka ....................

952-939-4112 Wayzata Children's Open Clinic 111 Hundertmark Rd., Chaska............952-448-3847 Two Twelve Medical Center 111 Hundertmark Rd., Chaska............952-361-2447

Surgery

Health & Wellness

Ridgeview Same Day Surgery Centers 3000 Hundertmark Rd., Chaska......... 952-556-2622 500 S. Maple St., Waconia ...952-442-2191, ext. 5180 St. Francis Regional Medical Center Same Day Surgery 1455 St. Francis Ave., Shakopee ..........952-428-2333

Hospitals

Home Health Care & Hospice

Fairview Southdale Hospital 6401 France Ave. S., Edina ..................952-924-5000 Web site .......................................... www.fairview.org Methodist Hospital 6500 Excelsior Blvd., St. Louis Park....952-993-5000 Web site .........................www.methodisthospital.com Ridgeview Medical Center 500 South Maple St., Waconia ............952-442-2191 Web site ........................... www.ridgeviewmedical.org St. Francis Regional Medical Center 1455 St. Francis Ave., Shakopee ..........952-428-3000 Web site..................................www.stfrancis-shakopee.com

Urgent Care MD Care 4729 Co. Rd. 101, Minnetonka ...........952-974-3200 Park Nicollet Clinic – Chanhassen 300 Lake Dr. E., Chanhassen .............952-993-4300

Ridgeview Home Care & Hospice 501 S. Maple St., #1, Waconia ............ 952-442-6030 Marie Steiner Kelting Hospice Home 9120 Shady Oak Dr., Chaska ..............952-442-6030

Home Medical Equipment Ridgeview Home Medical Equipment 501 S. Maple St., #2, Waconia .......... 952-442-2283

Medical Clinics Allina Medical Clinic - Crossroads Chaska 3000 Chestnut St. N., Suite 120 Chaska ..................

952-448-2050 Fairview Crosstown Clinic 6545 France Ave., Edina ......................952-848-5600 Fairview EdenCenter Clinic EdenCenter Medical Bldg., 830 Prairie Center Dr. ...

952-826-6500

Fairview Jonathan Clinic 1447 White Oak Dr., Chaska ..............952-448-3500 Lakeview Clinic 424 Hwy. 5, Waconia ...........................952-442-4461 3000 Hundertmark Rd., Chaska..........952-556-0120 406 Faxon Rd., Norwood Young America ..................

952-467-2888 309 Jefferson Ave. S.W., Watertown ...952-955-1921 MD Care 4729 Co. Rd. 101, Minnetonka ...........952-974-3200 Park Nicollet Clinic–Chanhassen 300 Lake Dr., Chanhassen...................952-993-4300 Ridgeview Chaska Clinic Located inside the Two Twelve Medical Center 111 Hundertmark Rd., Chaska .......... 952-361-2450 Ridgeview Chanhassen Clinic 7907 Powers Blvd., Chanhassen.........952-934-0570 Ridgeview Chaska Medical Plaza 3000 Hundertmark Rd., Chaska ........952-556-0155 Ridgeview Clinics – Physician Referral Line .............

952-442-8083 Ridgeview Excelsior Clinic 675 Water St., Excelsior......................952-906-7855 Ridgeview Westonka Clinic 4695 Shoreline Dr., Spring Park ........952-442-7890 Two Twelve Medical Center 111 Hundertmark Rd., Chaska .......... 952-361-2447 Ridgeview Rehab Specialties ...............952-556-2656 Ridgeview Research .............................952-556-2686 Wayzata Children’s Clinic....................952-448-3847 Western OB/GYN Women’s Health Center ..............

952-556-0071 Valley Family Practice 822 Yellow Brick Rd., Chaska .............952-448-3303

Specialty Clinics Allergy Care Center of MN 119 W. 4th St., Chaska ........................952-448-9908

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Associated Skin Care Specialists 18315 Cascade Dr., #150, Eden Prairie ......................

952-934-7336 Edina Eye Physicians & Surgeons 7907 Powers Blvd., Chanhassen ..........952-906-7826 Kidney Specialists of Minnesota, P.A. 1515 St. Francis Ave., #150, Shakopee .....................

612-823-8001 Orthopaedic Surgical Consultants 1601 St. Francis Ave., Shakopee .........952-428-3399 Medical Advanced Pain Specialists (MAPS) 3000 Hundertmark Rd., Chaska..........763-537-6002 Metropolitan Pediatric Specialists 1515 St. Francis Ave., Shakopee ..........952-445-6700 Minneapolis Heart Institute 1601 St. Francis Ave., #100, Shakopee ......................

952-428-2099 Minnesota Oncology/Hematology 560 S. Maple St., #100, Waconia .........952-442-6006 Ridgeview Regional Radiation Oncology 560 S. Maple St., #10, Waconia ...........952-442-6000 Ridgeview Seasons Medical Spa 675 Water St., Excelsior ......................952-906-7877 Ridgeview Specialty Clinic - Dermatology 560 S. Maple St., #120, Waconia .........952-442-3188 Ridgeview Specialty Clinic - Endrocrinology 111 Hundertmark Rd., #240, Chaska ..952-361-2450 Ridgeview Specialty Clinic - Gastroenterology 560 S. Maple St., #220, Waconia ...... 952-442-8011 Ridgeview Specialty Clinic - Nephrology 7907 Powers Blvd., Chanhassen ..........952-934-0570 Ridgeview Specialty Clinic - Oncology/Hematology 490 S. Maple St., #204, Waconia ..952-442-2191, ext.

5295 Ridgeview Specialty Clinic - Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine 560 S. Maple St., #30, Waconia ........ 952-442-6525 Ridgeview Specialty Clinic - Otolaryngology 560 S. Maple St., #40 Waconia ............952-925-5626 Ridgeview Specialty Clinic - Pediatric Integrative Medicine 111 Hundertmark Rd., #470, Chaska ..952-361-2476 Ridgeview Specialty Clinic - Podiatry 7907 Powers Blvd., Chanhassen ..........952-934-0570 Ridgeview Specialty Clinic - Pulmonology 490 S. Maple St., #216, Waconia .. 952-442-2191 ext.

5420 Ridgeview Specialty Clinic - Rheumatology 560 S. Maple St., #220, Waconia .........952-361-2450 South Lake Pediatrics 800 Prairie Center Dr., Eden Prairie. ..952-401-8300 17705 Hutchins Dr., Minnetonka .......952-401-8300 6060 Clearwater Dr., Minnetonka.......952-401-8300 St. Francis Cancer Care Center 1475 St. Francis Ave., Shakopee.........952-428-2031 St. Francis Cardiac Rehabilitation 1505 St. Francis Ave., Shakopee. ...... 952-428-2080 St. Francis Health Services 3000 Chestnut St. N., Chaska............ 952-361-3990 St. Francis Rehabilitative Services 1601 St. Francis Ave., Shakopee ....... 952-428-2001 St. Francis Sleep Diagnostics Center-Shakopee.......

952-428-2800 St. Francis Specialty Care Clinic 1515 St. Francis Ave., Shakopee ....... 952-428-2600 Advanced Dermatology & Cosmetic Institute ...........

952-915-6000 Medical Advanced Pain Specialists (MAPS) ...........

763-537-6000 Metropolitan Urological Specialists .....763-383-8870 Minneapolis Children’s Heart Clinic .. 612-813-8800 Minneapolis Otolaryngology ...............952-920-4595 Surgical Specialties, Ltd.......................952-224-9350 Twin Cities Orthopedics .....................952-808-3000 Twin Cities Spine Center .................. 612-775-6200 Urologic Physicians, PA .......................952-920-7660 Twin Cities Orthopedics 7907 Powers Blvd., Chanhassen ..........952-934-0570 Two Twelve Medical Center 111 Hundertmark Rd., Chaska .......... 952-361-2447

Wayzata Children’s Clinic 111 Hundertmark Rd., Chaska............952-448-3847 Western OB/GYN Women's Health Center 3000 Hundertmark Rd., Chaska..........952-556-0071 7907 Powers Blvd., Chanhassen ..........952-442-2137

Physical & Speech Therapy/Sports Medicine Kid Talk – Pediatric Occupational & Speech Therapy 1772 Steiger Lake Lane, Victoria ........952-443-9888 Web site .........................................www.kid-talk.com Ridgeview Rehab Specialties .................800-888-6540 Two Twelve Medical Center, 111 Hundertmark Rd., #400 ............................................... 952-556-2656 Westonka, 4695 Shoreline Dr., Spring Park ............

952-442-7898 Waconia, 560 S. Maple St., #210 .......952-442-7850 Waconia-Safari Island, 1600 Community Dr. .........

952-442-2181, ext. 6075 Ridgeview Pediatric Rehab 490 S. Maple St., #215, Waconia ......952-442-2191, ext. 6068 St. Francis Rehab & Athletic Performance 1661 Park Ridge Dr., #100, Chaska .....952-428-1250 St. Francis Capable Kids – Pediatric Rehab 1661 Park Ridge Dr., Chaska ..............952-428-1265 3000 Chestnut St. N., Chaska .............952-428-2600 6350 143rd St., Savage.........................952-428-1565

Mental Health/Counseling Carver County First Street Center 540 E. 1st St., Waconia........................952-442-4437 24-hour Crisis Line .............................952-442-7601 Hasse, Karen, Ph.D., LP 80 W. 78th St., Chanhassen ................952-934-9175 Northland Counseling Services 7945 Stone Creek Dr., Chanhassen .....952-974-3999 Web site ........................ www.northlandcounseling.us Ridgeview Social Services 500 S. Maple St., Waconia ...952-442-2191, ext. 6190

Health Information Ridgeview Medical Center Ridgeview Physician Referral............ 952-442-8083 Ridgeview Community Education & Events ...........

952-442-8083 Health Information Library 500 S. Maple St., Waconia 952-442-2191, ext. 6100

Chemical Dependency Five Stars Recovery Center 102 E. 2nd St., #110B, Chaska......... 952-448-6557

Dental Clinics Baker, Bruce, DDS, Midwest Dental 1405 78th St., Victoria........................952-443-2994 Drs. Dungey, Menser & Assoc. PLLC 7984 Victoria Dr., Victoria .................952-443-2816 Arbor Dental Terri Trogen, DDS 480 W. 78th St., #107, Chanhassen...952-974-0260 Davies, Mark, DDS 500 W. 79th St., Chanhassen .............952-934-7987 Chaska Dental Center 2634 Shadow Ln., #101, Chaska ........952-448-4151 Chanhassen Family Dentistry Michael J. Leonard, DDS 8116 Mallory Ct., Chanhassen ............952-443-3368 Chanhassen Dental Jeffrey R. Hall, DDS, PA Brad Lembke, DDS 480 W. 78th St., #116, Chanhassen .....952-934-3383 Dentistry on the Ponds 436 Pond Promenade, Chanhassen ......952-906-0200 D. Bradley Dodds, DDS 7770 Dell Rd., #160, Chanhassen........952-944-3411 Fiedler, Joseph, DDS 470 W. 78th St., # 200, Chanhassen ....952-934-0103

Mayerle, James, DDS 104 W. 2nd St., Chaska .......................952-448-2577 Park Dental 3000 Chestnut St. N., Chaska .............952-361-0777 Posselt, John, DDS 1580 White Oak Dr., #275, Chaska ....952-448-2868 Strand Dental Care 132 Pioneer Tr., Chaska .......................952-361-3740 Town Dental 407 City Hall Plaza, Chaska................952-448-3077

Orthodontists Chaska Orthodontic Specialists Douglas Vayda & Mark Holmberg 1475 White Oak Dr., Chaska ..............952-361-5550 Hultgren and Hoxie 2634 Shadow Lane, Chaska.................952-448-3945 9354 Oak Ave., Waconia .....................952-442-1707

Chiropractic/Wellness ABC Family Chiropractic 1600 Arboretum Bvld., #102, Victoria 952-443-3710 Enso Wellness Center 1405 78th St., Victoria ........................952-361-9355 Power of Life Chiropractic Center 7924 Victoria Dr., #202, Victoria ........952-443-9000 Chanhassen Chiropractic Center 7935 Stone Creek Dr., #10, Chanhassen ....................

952-934-4500 Chaska Family Chiropractic 103 W. 2nd St., Chaska ...................... 952-368-9958 Sondra Traylor, D.C. 23115 Summit Ave., Excelsior.............952-474-5289 Eichers Chiropractic Clinic 340 Lake Dr. E., Chanhassen ..............952-949-2567 Requet Chiropractic Wellness Center 600 Market St., #260, Chanhassen ......952-975-2959 Riesgraf Chiropractic Clinic 1476 White Oak Dr., Chaska ............ 952-448-3900 Sebenaler Chiropractic Center 119 W. 4th St., Chaska ...................... 952-448-9908 Sugar Creek Chiropractic 112 W. 2nd St., Suite A, Chaska ....... 952-448-2722 Sutcliffe Chiropractic Center, P.A. 424 N. Chestnut St., Chaska ............ .952-448-4222 HealthQuest Chiropractic & Wellness Center 7945 Stone Creek Dr., #120, Chanhassen ................

952-448-9355

Vision Clinics Chanhassen Vision Clinic 7872 Market Blvd., Chanhassen ..........952-934-1424 Eyetime Optical 942 Prairie Center Dr. Eden Prairie. ...952-975-0600 Edina Eye Physicians & Surgeons 7907 Powers Blvd., Chanhassen ..........612-276-2963 Southwest Eye Care 1464 White Oak Dr., Chaska .........952-466-EYES (3937)

Veterinary Clinics Victoria Veterinary Care 2160 Arboretum Blvd ..........................952-443-3138

Free/Low Cost Clinics Carver County Community Health Services 600 E. 4th St., Chaska .........................952-361-1329 AN

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Clubs & Organizations American Legion Post #57 .................. 952-448-4090 Carver County Fair Board....................952-442-2333 Carver County Historical Society 555 W. 1st St., Waconia .................... 952-442-4234 Carver County Horticultural Society Web site .................................... www.cchsociety.org Carver County Sheriff’s Mounted Posse ...................

952-361-1212 Carver County Toastmasters Web site .......... www.carvercounty.freetoasthost.us/ Carver/Scott Master Gardeners Jackie Smith....................................... 952-466-5300 E-mail .......................................smith515@umn.edu Chanhassen Storm Chasers Booster Club .................

612-578-1424 Chaska Hawks Booster Club Larry Doran.......................................952-992-9856 District 112 Foundation District Office ....................................952-556-6100 Ducks Unlimited Web site ........................................... www.ducks.org Friends of Chaska Library ................... 952-448-3886 Web site .......................................www.carverlib.org Friends of Chanhassen Library............ 952-227-1500 Friends of Lake Bavaria ....................... 952-443-4388 La Leche League Deb Roberts ....................................... 952-474-5173 Web site ............................... www.lalecheleague.org League of Women Voters Web site ..........................................www.lwvmn.org Lions Club (Victoria) Steve Olson ......................................... 952-474-1769 Marine Corps League .......................... 952-873-6254 MN Deer Hunters Assn.

Barb Breeggemann ............................ 952-445-4396 Web site ...........................www.mndeerhunters.com MN Landscape Arboretum Auxiliary .952-443-1400 Web site ...........................www.arboretum.umn.edu MN Waterfowl Association ................. 952-767-0320 MN Valley Mothers of Multiples Web site ....................................... www.mvmom.org MOMS Club of Chaska-North Victoria Kim ..................................................... 651-335-8221 Web site ...............www.geocities.com/chaskamoms E-mail ..............................chaskamoms@yahoo.com MOPS – Mothers of Preschoolers Westwood Community Church ........952-224-7300 National Wild Turkey Federation Tom Redman ......................................952-448-3572 NOW – National Organization for Women (MN Valley) Web site ..................................www.now.org/chapters Newcomers Club of the SW Suburbs Web site............................www.NewcomersMN.com Pheasants Forever Web site ..........................www.pheasantsforever.org Relay For Life American Cancer Society.............1-800-ACS-2345 Web site ...........................................www.cancer.org Rotary International – Chaska Peter Ivy ............................................. 952-361-1403 Rotary International - Chanhassen E-mail ..............................chanrotary@hotmail.com Sandcreek Gray Beards (National Wild Turkey Federation) Web site ............................................. www.nwtf.org Scott-Carver Threshers........................952-492-2062 Shriner's Club (West Suburban) Jim Snyder ..........................................952-473-8619 SouthWest Metro Chamber of Commerce 7925 Stone Creek Dr., Suite 130, Chanhassen. ....... ........................................................... 952-448-5000 Web site ....................... www.swmetrochamber.com Toastmasters Club #3096 Web site .....................www.geocities.com/club3096 Toastmasters - Midday Mumblers ........952-906-6201 Email .............................. help@middaymumblers.org Web site......................................middaymumbler.org

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Nordic Fest is a fun and popular event in the area.

Youth Clubs Camp Fire USA ....................................612-285-6255 E-mail ............................. info@campfi reusa-mn.org Web site ...........................www.campfi reusa-mn.org Camp Tanadoona ...............................952-474-8085 YMCA Camp Camp Kici-Yapi ................................. 952-445-4700 4-H Clubs U of M Extension - Carver County.. 952-466-5300

Boy Scouts Northern Star Council ........................... www.northernstarbsa.org Chaska Police Explorers ...................... 952-448-4200 Girl Scouts Council of Greater Minneapolis Information ........................................763-535-4602 Web site ............................. www.girlscoutsmpls.org Job’s Daughters International Web site ............................................ www.mnjd.org

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Mount Olivet Church, West Campus 7150 Rolling Acres Rd., Victoria ...... 952-767-1500 Web site ....................................... www.mtolivet.org New Life Assembly of God 950 Trumble St., Chaska....................952-556-5634 River Church, The Services: Chaska Rex Cinema, 511 Walnut St., Chaska 952-448-1755 Web site ............................... www.riveralliance.com St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church (ELCA) 112090 Hundertmark Rd., Chaska .. 952-448-6358 Web site ...................................www.standrewlu.org St. Hubert’s Catholic Community 8201 Main St., Chanhassen ...............952-934-9106 Web site ....................................... www.sthubert.org St. John’s Lutheran Church and School (LCMS) 300 E. 4th St., Chaska ...................... 952-448-2433 Web site .............................. www.stjohnschaska.org Shepherd of the Hill Presbyterian 145 Engler Blvd., Chaska .................. 952-448-3882 St. Victoria Catholic Church 8228 Victoria Dr., Victoria ................952-443-2661 Temple of ECK 7450 Powers Blvd., Chanhassen ....... 952-380-2200 Web site ................................. www.templeofeck.org Trinity Lutheran Church 601 E. 2nd St., Waconia ....................952-442-4165 Web site .............................www.trinitywaconia.org Valley Evangelical Free Church 150 Engler Blvd., Chaska.................. 952-448-6144 Web site ..................................... www.valleyfree.org Waterbrooke Fellowship 8725 Cty. Rd. 43, Victoria ................ 952-443-0062 Web site ............................... www.wbfellowship.org Westwood Community Church Hwy. 5 & Hwy. 41, Chanhassen........952-224-7300 Web site ................................. www.westwoodcc.org

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Hwy 5 Ground Breaking

June 9

Celebrate “Get Outdoors in Victoria”

June 13, 27 July 11, 25 Aug. 8, 22

Discover Victoria “Classic Car Night” Family Fun Six Wednesdays

June - Oct.

Hartman Tree Farm Farmers Market Every Wednesday

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Worship Bahai Faith of Chanhassen .................. 952-937-9719 Web site ..............................................www.bahai.us Bethel Fellowship Community Church 105 Peavey Rd., Chaska .....................952-442-2112 Web site ...............www.bethelfellowshipchurch.org Chanhassen Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses 8300 Audubon Rd., Chanhassen .......952-361-6488 Chaska Moravian Church 115 E. 4th St., Chaska ......................952-448-4000 Christ Victorious Lutheran (LCMS) 9860 Shady Oak Dr., Chaska ............952-443-2993 Web site .......................... .www.christvictorious.org Crown of Glory Lutheran Church Church (ELCA) 1141 Cardinal St., Chaska................. 952-448-3230 Web site ............................... www.crownofglory.org Discovery United Methodist Church North Campus: 275 Lake Dr. E., Chanhassen. .......

952-937-0063 Web site ...........................www.DiscoveryUMC.net Faith Lutheran Church (WELS) 7595 Minnewashta Pkwy., Excelsior ..................(O) 952-474-4966 Web site ............................ www.myfaithlutheran.us Family of Christ Lutheran Church (ELCA) 2020 Coulter Blvd., Chanhassen .......952-934-5659 Web site .................. www.familyofchristonline.com Guardian Angels Catholic Church 218 W. 2nd St., Chaska ..................... 952-227-4000 Lake Auburn Moravian Church 7460 Victoria Dr., Victoria ................952-443-2051 E-mail ........................lakeauburnchurch@juno.com Living Christ Lutheran Church (LCMS) 820 Lake Dr., Chanhassen................. 952-934-5110 Web site .................................. www.livingchrist.org Minnewashta Church 26710 W. 62nd St., Shorewood..........952-474-8995 MN Valley Reformed Baptist Church Meets at 101 Paul Ave., Cologne .......320-321-9282

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Volksfest & Art Fair

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Halloween in Victoria

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Christmas in Victoria Tree Lighting

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