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Community members raise their numbers to agree to pay a certain dollar amount during the “Fund the Need” portion of the Centennial Area Education Foundation Gala Saturday, April 1 at Infinite Campus in Blaine. During “Fund the Need”, community members agreed to pay anywhere from $5-$1,000, which will go toward the Centennial Middle School Learning Commons. See more photos on page 14.
BLAINE — When it is all said and done, one local airport will have spent around two years planning for one of the largest events the Twin Cities area has ever seen––the Super Bowl. US Bank Stadium is scheduled to host the Super Bowl on Feb. 4 next year. Last March, the Anoka County-Blaine Airport (Janes Field), along with three other Twin Cities area airports, starting planning to make sure their role in the event goes without a hitch. Joe Harris, manager of Anoka County-Blaine Airport and St. Paul Downtown Airport (Holman Field) said four airports will be vital for the big game. They include Anoka County-Blaine, St. Paul Downtown, Flying Cloud in Eden Prairie and Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). These airports are going to be essential, as they all have runway lengths of greater than 5,000 feet. That length is needed to accommodate the type of traffic that is expected — business jets. In addition, each of the airports also has first-class services that will be able to meet the needs of the customers. “Anoka County-Blaine is a great airport. We have a number of business jet operations that operate annually. It is going to be an attractive alternative for guests because you have a good business partner and also the location of the airport to the stadium itself is relatively comparable to other MAC (Metropolitan Airports Commission) airports,” Harris explained. SEE THE SUPER BOWL, PAGE 15
Is the gun range the new yoga? BY JULIA ARNOLD CONTRIBUTING WRITER
When most people think of a gun shop, they picture camouflage, hunting gear and men. Bill's Gun Shop and Range in Circle Pines is looking to change that presumption, and holds Ladies Night every Wednesday. The employees want to empower women in a relaxed, judgment-free environment. Female-focused instruction Lino Lakes resident Kelsi Smith takes pride in helping women gain confidence at the range. As a Bill's Gun Shop and Range instructor, Smith has a special interest in empowering women. When women
fi rst come in, “I show them the safety precautions, teach them how to hold the gun and their stance, and then we start shooting,” Smith explained. “I love doing this. I get to see their confidence grow.” Smith started coming to the range as a customer and quickly became an instructor. She said, “What got me interested was the unknown. I think a lot of women want their ‘conceal and carry’ and want to learn more about guns.” But she knows fi rsthand that it can be intimidating. “I came from knowing absolutely nothing too.” Women often open up to Smith about their reasons SEE BILL’S GUNS PAGE 11
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Student takes second at national neuroscience championship A local high school student took second place at the USA National Brain Bee Championship last month. Sophomore Aarthi Vijayakumar, of Blaine, represented the Minnesota chapter at the national neuroscience championship at the University of Maryland in Baltimore. She won the state level competition earlier this school year, conducted by the Department of Neuroscience at the University of Minnesota. Winners from 51 competitions in 30
states came to test their knowledge of the human brain at the annual national competition. Topics included intelligence, emotions, memory, sleep, vision, hearing, sensations, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, schizophrenia, addictions and brain research. The competition involved a neuroanatomy laboratory practical exam with real human brains, patient diagnosis with patient actors, neurohistology, and brain MRI imaging identification. The winner was from Arkansas
and advanced to the World Brain Bee Championship. Aarthi placed second by a very narrow margin, said her mom Devi. “I hope this will inspire a lot more young kids in the Twin Cities community to pursue STEM education, as well as understand that these things are not too far beyond reach with hard work,” she noted. Currently, there are about 200 Brain Bee chapters in about 40 countries in six continents. Dr. Norbert Myslinski founded the International Brain Bee eighteen years ago.
“Its purpose is to motivate young students to learn about the human brain and inspire them to seek careers in the basic and clinical neurosciences to help treat and find cures for brain disorders,” he stated. “We build better brains to fight brain disorders.” The competition is sponsored by the Department of Neural and Pain Sciences of the University of Maryland Dental School. Submitted
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“Things Ain’t What They Used To Be’ — unless you listen to this big band Karth contacted Snell on a Friday and said, “This is what we’re going to do, if you’d be interested in being the director.” Snell replied along the lines LINO LAKES —St. Joseph’s of the of, “That sounds like fun, let me check Lakes Catholic Church was in full with my wife.” “swing” as the brass section of the Karth opened his email Monday and Saints of Swing Big Band filled the found the message from Snell, “We’ve Grand Hall with 1940s era tunes, Satgot to do this and this and this and this urday, March 25. Quick dance lessons …” before the lights dimmed filled the The big band was put together, and hardwoods with couples ready to show it’s been music to their ears ever since. off a Lindy Hop, or perhaps, just a basic Snell said the band plays swing, jazz right turn. and Latin-style music, mostly from the The band was organized in 2012, the big-band era. “In the Mood,” “Mack the brainchild of Harvey Karth, a choir Knife” and “Night Train” are stanmember of the church. “I was walking dards, as are requests for “faster swing down the hall one day with the priest, songs.” and I said I wanted to start a big band The band also features vocalists for for the church as a fundraiser,” Karth select tunes. said. “He said that sounded like a good PAT ZEITNER | SUBMITTED Karth said he polled the musicians idea.” The Saints of Swing Big Band displays a row of Sax Box, a stand display reminiscent of the during the first year, and they had a One conversation led to another, and 1940s set decor. collective 792 years’ experience. Their it was discovered Mike Snell, another website (www.saintsofswing.org) lists member of the church, was a band difuture events and has audio tracks of their music, including “Sway” rector at White Bear Lake schools. and “The Lady is a Tramp.” Saints of Swing is performing again 7-8:30 p.m. June 21 at Como Dockside, 1360 Lexington Parkway N. in St. Paul. They’ve played there several times since their inception. They have also performed dance music at the Parish Festival at the church every summer, this year’s is scheduled for Sunday, Aug. 13. “We’ve performed at events at the Withrow Ballroom in Hugo. We were invited to perform along with jazz ensembles at White Bear Lake High School’s ‘Night Club,’” Snell said. Karth, whom the musicians have nicknamed “The Founder,” doesn’t play an instrument. “I play the radio,” he laughed. “I grew up with big bands and I really enjoy them, so why PAT ZEITNER | SUBMITTED shouldn’t we have our own big Special education paraprofessionals help promote autism awareness at Centennial High band if we can do it? And we School during Autism Awareness Month. Together, they represent more than 72 years could, as it turned out!” he exof experience in the Centennial School District, and work with a variety of students with claimed. “It’s been in forward many disabilities, not just autism. (From left) Jessica Coppess, Marisa Luczynski, Hailey gear ever since!” Sievert, Phyllis Hanff, Chris Foster, Cindy Aasland, Shelly Johnston, Lisa Steinberg, Chris BY PAT ZEITNER CONTRIBUTING WRITER
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Boy Scout Troop 236 from Circle Pines held a pancake breakfast Sunday, March 19. The troop raised around $2,200, all of which will help purchase supplies for the troop, replace capital equipment and pay fees so the troop can continue. (From left, back row) Bruce Moffat, John Czech, Calvin O’Connor, Ethan Lundh, Avery Stevenson, Sam George, Lee Moffat, Chuck Bonnell and Paul Lundh; (front row) Tanis Gorton, Patrick Lehman, Ethan Brandt, Zach Nelson, Kavan Johnson, Jacob Hart and Conner Rippe.
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reg Doeden joined the Moorhead Fire Department in 1983 because he wanted to help people. Thirty-four years later, he’s still working – day and night – to keep the city safe. Across the state, fi refighters like Greg demonstrate heroism every day. They endure physically and mentally grueling conditions. They have to be able to lift 175 pounds while wearing a full Legislator suit of protective gear. They climb Lingo ladders and break Amy Klobuchar through doors, windows, and walls all while people’s lives literally depend on them. But we’re learning in tragic ways that running into a burning building may not be the most dangerous part of the job. Eight years ago, Greg was diagnosed with colon cancer. He’s a fighter, and his cancer is in remission. But this is a battle that has become all too familiar to firefighters. Nationally, cancer is the leading cause of firefighter line-of-duty deaths in the U.S. The International Association of Fire Fighters estimates roughly 60 percent of career firefighters will die this way. And according to the Centers for Disease Control, firefighters are two to three times more likely to be diagnosed with cancer than
the general public. We’re seeing the numbers born out in Minnesota, too. In Albert Lea, three of the department’s 16 full-time firefighters developed cancer within just one year. The risks for firefighters have evolved because the nature of fires they’re fighting has changed. Instead of homes made with wood, glass, and metal, buildings are now loaded with electronic devices like laptops and TVs. And commonplace items like your kids’ dolls or action figures, saran wrap, and flame retardants turn into a toxic cocktail when ignited. Exposure to the fumes, toxins, and carcinogens that today’s firefighters regularly confront would have been difficult to imagine years ago. And after a fire’s been put out, black soot and chemicals can stick to firefighters and their gear, heightening risk and prolonging exposure to harmful toxins. The figures and stories highlight the risks our firefighters face. But the studies are independent and varied. We don’t know the true scope of the problem because we don’t effectively record cancer diagnoses among firefighters. That’s why I introduced legislation with a bipartisan group of senators to establish a national cancer registry that would track the relationship between firefighters’ exposure to fumes and toxins and cancer. Our bill would mark an important step forward in helping protect firefighters’ health. The data collected would improve our understanding of the
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environmental risks our firefighters face and better inform prevention techniques. We’ll also take steps to make sure the registry’s being used properly by requiring administrators to regularly consult with public health experts and firefighters. And in addition to career firefighters, we’ll make sure volunteer firefighters are participating. That’s especially important in Minnesota where the vast majority—18,000 of 20,000— firefighters are volunteers. Finally, we need to make sure fire departments have the right equipment to keep their teams safe. High-tech machines called extractors help do just that, efficiently removing the harmful particulate that can cling to their equipment after they return from a scene. Extractors are critically important to minimizing risk for firefighters and their families, but far too few departments have this technology. A recently-released investigative report found that 26 percent of Minnesota departments do not have an extractor. That’s just not right – which is why I’ll push for funding to help more Minnesota departments purchase extractors for their fire stations. In taking their oath, firefighters accept an immense responsibility – to put service before self. No matter the hour or risk, firefighters answer the call to keep us safe. The very least we can do is pass commonsense legislation to protect their health.
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Beware of ‘Can you hear me?’ scam calls “Can you hear me?� “Are you there?� “Is this you?� ost people have been asked these questions in a phone call. News outlets and organizations across the country report that people are receiving calls from individuals who ask questions designed to get a “yes� answer. But responding “yes� may leave people on the hook for more nuisance calls and maybe even unauthorized charges. This new scheme is called the “Can You Hear Me?� Scam. The calls go like this: “Chris� received a call while he was eating dinner. He answered the call, and a person asked, “Can you hear me?� Chris replied, “Yes.� He then heard a recording that claimed he had won a free cruise. Chris realized the call may be part of a scam and hung up. How the scam works The details of this scam vary, but it always begins with a call, usually from a telephone number that appears to be local. When the person answers the call,
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the scam artist tries to get the person to say “yes�—most often by asking, “Can you hear me?� “Is this the lady of the house?� or a similar question. By responding “yes,� people notify robo-callers that their Movers and number is an active telephone number that can Shakers be sold to other telemarketers for a higher price. Lori Swanson This then leads to more unwanted calls. In some cases, the caller may record the person saying “yes.� Scam artists may be able to use a recorded “yes� to claim that the person authorized charges to his or her credit card or account. How can scammers access your account? Some companies share their customers’ information with thirdparty companies or allow third parties to charge customers’ accounts (called “cramming�) in exchange for payment. Scam artists
may also obtain ďŹ nancial information from data breaches or leaks or through identity theft. Whether the “Can you hear me?â€? calls are simply nuisance calls or something more sinister, there are steps you can take to avoid falling victim to phone scams. • Check phone numbers closely. Scam artists spoof calls to make them appear to be from a local telephone number. Even if a number appears to be local, it is best to avoid calls from numbers with which you are not familiar. • Hang up. If you answer a call that seems suspicious, hang up. Remember, “Minnesota Niceâ€? does not apply to scammers. It is not rude to hang up abruptly on a suspicious caller. • Carefully review your ďŹ nancial statements and telephone bills. Whether or not you have been targeted by a scam, it is a good idea to review your bills line-by-line for unauthorized or fraudulent activity. The law provides some protection for people to dispute unauthorized charges to their credit cards
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and bank accounts, but these laws generally impose time limits. It is important to check right away for charges you did not make or approve so you have time to ďŹ le a dispute. Reporting unwanted calls If you receive a call that may be part of a “Can You Hear Me?â€? scam, you should report it to the Federal Trade Commission (“FTCâ€?). The FTC has the authority to enforce federal laws regulating nuisance calls and interstate fraud over the telephone. Contact the Federal Trade Commission, Consumer Response Center, 877-382-4357 or www. ftccomplaintassistant.gov. For more information, or to ďŹ le a complaint, contact the OfďŹ ce of Minnesota Attorney General Lori Swanson, 445 Minnesota Street, Suite 1400, St. Paul, MN 55101, 651-296-3353 or 800-657-3787, TTY: 651-297-7206 or 800-366-4812. Lori Swanson is Minnesota’s attorney general.
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Multifamily estate sale at Legion
American Legion Post 566 in Lino Lakes received donated furniture from two families for an estate sale. The sale, which will be held at the Legion, will run from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 8 and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 9-12. Proceeds from the event will go toward the Legion's parking lot expansion. Any items that are not sold will be donated to Disabled American Veterans and the Salvation Army. Volunteers are needed for the event; those interested should call the Legion at 651-783-0055. Sealed bids will be accepted on major items. If an item remains, the highest bidder will be awarded the item at 5 p.m. Wednesday. All items must be picked up by 5 p.m. Thursday. Small household items will be accepted.
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Senior citizens and their family members are invited to attend a free senior expo from 9 a.m. to
CHURCH BRIEF Coping after a suicide explored at Lifetree CafĂŠ
How to heal in the wake of a loved one’s suicide will be discussed at Lifetree CafĂŠ on at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 4 and at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, April 6. The program, titled “Living After a Suicide: Finding Hope After Loved Ones Take Their Own Lives,â€? explores the difficult aftermath that friends and family experience after a suicide. During the program, participants will discuss how suicide has impacted their own lives. Admission to the 60-minute event is free. Snacks and beverages are provided. Lifetree CafĂŠ is located in at 1 Shepherd Court, Circle Pines. Questions about Lifetree may be directed to Ann at 612-7515707 or lifetreecafecpmn@gmail.com.
noon, Saturday, April 22, at Lord of Life Church, 14501 Nowthen Blvd. NW, in Ramsey. The event features a free pancake breakfast, information about senior services and resources, blood pressure checks, mini massages and entertainment. Lord of Life Church is handicapped accessible and has plenty of free parking. The Senior Expo is sponsored by Anoka County and the Alliance for a Violence Free Anoka County.
Anoka County Law Day
The public is invited to attend Anoka County Law Day from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m on Friday, April 28 at the Anoka County Courthouse and Government Center in Anoka. The event celebrates the role of law in our society and aims to promote a deeper understanding of the legal profession. Law Day will include courthouse tours, Q&A sessions with a district court judge, Sheriff K-9 demonstrations and free legal clinics and assistance in matters relating to child support, conservatorship, immigration, adult and juvenile expungement, evictions, warrants, driver’s license reinstatement and more.
6th annual Chain of Giving event
The Chain of Lakes Rotary Club will host its sixth annual Chain of Giving Night themed “Casino Night� from 7-10 p.m. Saturday, April 29 at Infinite Campus, 4321 109th Ave. NE, Blaine. The event will feature a silent auction, raffle prizes, live casino tables including blackjack, Texas Hold’em and Beat the House. Hors d'oeuvres, free soft drinks and wine and beer will be available to purchase. Proceeds from the event will support the Centennial Middle School and High School Angel Fund and YMCA scholarships. To purchase tickets or to learn more about the event, visit www. chainoflakesrotary.com/casino or call Brian Bourassa at 651-338-7373. Tickets are $45 and can also be purchased at the door.
Emmer announces Congressional Art Competition
Congressman Tom Emmer announced today that his office will once again be accepting submissions for the annual Congressional Art Competition. “The Congressional Art Competition is a tradition that my office participates in every year, and it is one I very much enjoy as it gives us a chance to showcase the talent that hails from Minnesota’s 6th Congressional District,� said Emmer. “In addition to having their artwork displayed in the halls of the Capitol for a year, the first-place winner will have a chance to travel to Washington, D.C. to meet with me and see their artwork displayed in person. I am looking forward to receiving all of the artwork and due to all of last year’s great submissions, I am positive the competition will be tight this year.� All artwork must be submitted to Emmer’s Otsego office by May 1. The winning artwork will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol. Interested students should visit emmer.house.gov/services/art-competition or call the district office at 763-241-6848 for more information.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Don’t help big tobacco
The Senate Taxes Committee sent a great message to our state last week for what they didn't do. They passed an omnibus tax bill that did not include any tax breaks for big tobacco. It's no secret big tobacco has been trying to get a better deal for themselves and hook more people on their deadly products in Minnesota. Well, their efforts failed on at least one front, thanks in large part to our senator, Roger Chamberlain, who introduced the bill with no helping hand for big tobacco. He shepherded it safely out of the Senate Taxes
Committee, and now it heads to the full Senate for a vote. First, I want to cheer for our local senator. Then, I want to ask his colleagues and our representatives in the House to make sure that this bill stays clean. Tobacco use will kill nearly 6,000 Minnesotans this year alone. We don't need to help big tobacco add to that number at the expense of our friends, family, neighbors and children. Thank you, Sen. Chamberlain. Jeff Noren American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network volunteer Lino Lakes
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QUAD AREA EVENTS ‘GRIT: WHAT IT IS, WHY KIDS NEED IT AND HOW TO GET IT’
When: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Apr. 4 Where: National Sports Center, 1700 105th Ave. NE, Blaine Details: Awardwinning psychologist, author and international speaker, Dr. David Walsh will lead a workshop for parents, educators and community members to provide strategies to ensure youth develop the traits to ensure their success and happiness. Resource Fair 6-6:30 p.m. Free; register online. Contact: eventbrite. com/e/grit-what-it-iswhy-kids-need-it-andhow-to-get-it-by-davidwalsh
FIRST PAGES CREATIVE WRITING SAMPLER
When: 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Apr. 5 Where: Centennial Library, 100 Civic Heights Cir., Circle Pines Details: Sample poetry, fiction and creative nonfiction by exploring craft techniques common to all three and experimenting with each through creative writing exercises. Contact: 763-717-3294 or anoka.lib.mn.us
NATURE PLAY: SPRING ARRIVALS
When: 10-11:15 a.m. Thursday, Apr. 6 Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: Kids ages 2-5 with an adult will explore outside, sing songs and make a craft. $3/person; registration required. Contact: 651-429-8007 or anokacountyparks. com
FLASHLIGHT EGG HUNT
When: 6:45 p.m. Friday, Apr. 7 Where: Lino lakes Senior Center, 1189 Main St. Details: Seasonal craft and outdoor
egg hunt. All hunters receive a prize bag. For K-5th graders. $8/child; register by Mar. 26. Contact: 651-982-2400 or ci.lino-lakes.mn.us
MULTIFAMILY ESTATE SALE
When: Noon-5 p.m. Saturday, Apr. 8; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Apr. 9, Monday, Apr. 10, Tuesday, Apr. 11 and Wednesday, Apr. 12 Where: Lino Lakes American Legion, 7731 Lake Dr., Circle Pines Details: Items from two households have been donated to the Legion. Proceeds will go toward parking lot expansion. Sealed bids will be accepted on major items. Contact: 651-783-0055
MUNCHKIN MARKET
When: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, April 8; 9 a.m.2 p.m. Sunday, April 9 Where: Blaine Sports Center Details: Consignment sale featuring everything related to babies and children. Contact: www. munchkinmarkets.com/ blaine-sports-center
PARENTS NIGHT OUT
When: 4-8 p.m. Saturday, Apr. 8 & 22 Where: Lino Lakes YMCA, 7690 Village Dr. Details: Childcare and activities provided so parents can enjoy an afternoon/evening out. $25 non-Y members or $20 Y members; or see early bird pricing specials. Registration required. Contact: 651-795-9622 or ymcatwincities.org/ locations/lino_lakes_ ymca
LUNCH WITH A NATURALIST
When: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday, Apr. 12 Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: Adults 50+ can bring a lunch and
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19TH ANNUAL LIVING STATIONS OF THE CROSS
When: Noon Friday, Apr. 14 Where: St. Jude of the Lake Church, 700 Mahtomedi Ave., Mahtomedi Details: The ‘Servants of the Cross’ will re-enact the Passion of Jesus Christ on Good Friday. Contact: servantsof thecrossmn.com
LINO LAKES RECYCLING SATURDAY
When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Apr. 15 Where: Lino Park, 7850 Lake Dr., Lino Lakes Details: Residents of Lino Lakes can recycle appliances and electronics. Contact: 651-982-2423 or ci.lino-lakes.mn.us
WHEN: 8:15 a.m. Saturday, April 8
ROCKIN’ REPTILES
WHERE: Lino Lakes Senior Center,
When: 1-2:15 p.m. Saturday, Apr. 15 Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: Learn about snakes turtles and lizards through hands-on activities and meet resident reptiles. All ages; $5/person. Registration required. Contact: 651-429-8007 or anokacountyparks.com
FAMILY EARTH DAY CELEBRATION
When: 12:30-3 p.m. Saturday, April 22 Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: Learn about Wargo’s native gardens and bees and make earth art project, visit Earth Day Fair. Also, Earth Day clean-up 10 a.m.noon. Contact: 651-429-8007 or www.anokacounty parks.com
Ongoing OPEN VOLLEYBALL
When: 6:30-9:45 p.m. Fridays, through Apr. 21 Where: Centennial Middle School, 399 Elm St., Lino Lakes Details: Semi-competitive, social atmosphere. $5/session, no advance registration required. Contact: 651-982-2400 or ci.lino-lakes.mn.us
GYMNASTICS OPEN GYM
When: 7:30-8 p.m. Thursdays, through May 25 Where: Centennial High School East, gymnastics room, 4881 101st Ln., Circle Pines Details: Kids in
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grades 1-6 can practice skills in a supervised setting. $4 at the door. Contact: 763-792-6100 or isd12.org/communityeducation
500 CARDS
When: 7 p.m. Mondays Where: Lino Lakes Senior Center, 1189 Main St. Details: Seniors can play 500. Open to anyone. Contact: 651-982-2440 or ci.lino-lakes.mn.us
3-kindergarten. Craft followed by egg hunt at 9:30 a.m. $8; register by Mar. 26.
CONTACT: 651-982-2400 or ci.lino-lakes.mn.us
a caregiver. No registration required. Closed Thanksgiving Day.
NEIGHBORHOODS NEARBY BEGINNER SURF
When: 10 a.m.-noon Thursday, Apr. 6 Where: Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Rd. N., Forest Lake Details: Free, handson computer surf session BABY STORYTIME When: 10:15-10:45 a.m. for adults 45+. Class designed for those with Tuesdays little to no experience Where: Centennial with the internet. Library, 100 Civic Heights Cir., Circle Pines Registration required. Contact: 651-275-7300 Details: Stories, songs and fingerplays for children birth-24 months QPR SUICIDE and a caregiver. PREVENTION CLASS Contact: 763-717-3294 When: 4:15-5:15 p.m. or anokacountylibrary. Thursday, Apr. 6 org Where: Lakeaires Elementary School, 3963 Van Dyke St., White TODDLER STORYTIME Bear Lake When: 11-11:30 a.m. Details: Learn QPR, Tuesdays a three-step process Where: Centennial emergency response to Library, 100 Civic Heights Cir., Circle Pines help prevent suicide. Details: Stories, songs Free; registration required. and fingerplays for Contact: 651-645-2948 children ages 2-3 and a or namihelps.org caregiver. Contact: 763-717-3294; anokacountylibrary.org LEADERSHIP
FOR CHANGE
When: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Apr. 6 When: 10:15-10:45 Where: Century a.m. and 11-11:30 a.m. College,3300 Century Thursdays Ave. N., Whit Bear Lake Where: Centennial Details: Dr. Donna Library, 100 Civic Heights Cir., Circle Pines M. Beegle, a national Details: Stories, songs poverty expert who has been featured on CNN and fingerplays for and PBS, will share children of all ages and
FAMILY STORYTIME
how leaders around the country are engaging their communities to increase the numbers of students from poverty who complete degrees and/or certificates. RSVP. Contact: michele. jersak@century.edu
KIDS DREAM SPRING FILM SERIES
When: 10 a.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Apr. 7-9 Where: Marcus Oakdale Cinema, 5677 Hadley Ave. N., Oakdale Details: $3 admission to ‘The Secret Life of Pets’, rated PG. Concession specials. Contact: 651-770-4994
HAM IT UP BINGO
When: 6:30-9 p.m. Friday, Apr. 7 Where: St. Odilia Church, 3495 N. Victoria St., Shoreview Details: Participants can win hams or cash. Refreshments and dessert provided. Supports youth programs and the athletic department. Contact: st-odiliamens-club.church. stodilia.org
‘THE GHOST TRAIN’
When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Apr. 7 & 14; Saturday, Apr. 8 & 15; Monday, Apr. 10; Thursday, Apr. 13 Where: Jackson Street Roundhouse, 193 W. Pennsylvania Ave., St. Paul Details: Wayward and Mission Theatre
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E. County Rd. E, White Bear Lake Details: Beth Carreno, Communications and Outreach Coordinator for RCWD, will speak about the watershed and its challenges. Free and open to the public. Sponsored by AAUW NE Metro Branch. Contact: 651-765-4990
ACTIVE LIFE FAIR
When: 10 a.m.-noon Wednesday, Apr. 12 Where: Shoreview Community Center, 4580 Victoria St. N. Details: Free resource fair for adults 55+ and caretakers. Information about local health, fitness and wellness opportunities, programs and services. Contact: shoreview communitycenter.com SUBMITTED
Festival of Cultures WHEN: 5:30-8 p.m. Friday, Apr. 7 Scandia Trail
event designed to increase understanding of different cultures in the school district includes games, art, storytelling, music, crafts, dance and food samples.
DETAILS: Free family-friendly educational
CONTACT: 651-982-8350 or flaschools.org
WHERE: Forest Lake Area High School, 6101
Companies performance about a group of unlikely companions who find themselves unexpectedly stranded in a desolate train station. Vintage bus brewery tours available at 5 p.m. Fridays; Dining car available at 5 p.m. Saturdays. More details and pricing online. Contact: transportationmuseum. org/events
HOME LANDSCAPING AND GARDEN FAIR
When: 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Apr. 8 Where: Bunker Hills Activities Center, 550 Bunker Lake Blvd. NW, Andover Details: Horticulture event with workshops and featured speakers. $30 walk-in rate; free parking. Contact: 763-755-1280 or anokamaster gardeners.org
WBL AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY SCRAPBOOKING CROP
When: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday, Apr. 8 Where: White Bear Lake Armory, 2228 4th St. Details: Enjoy a day with friends working on a scrapbook or craft of choice. $30/member; $35/non-member includes donuts and coffee, lunch, dinner, snacks, door prizes and more. Contact: 651-407-5327 or whitebearhistory.org
INVASIVE PLANT CONTROL SPRINT WORKSHOP & VOLUNTEER TRAINING
When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Apr. 8 Where: Tamarack Nature Center, 5287 Otter Lake Road, White Bear Township Details: Workshop designed for citizen scientists and volunteers to learn more about controlling invasive plants at Tamarack and in their own backyards. Ages 8+. Free; registration required. Contact: 651-4075350 or www.parks. co.ramsey.mn.us/ tamarack
HARP TWANGLE
When: Events begin at 11 a.m. Saturday, Apr. 8 Where: Musicmakers, 14525 61st St. Ct. N., Stillwater Details: World renowned harpist, Kim Robertson, and local harpist, Stephanie Claussen host workshops from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. ($30 each), followed by a joint concert at 4 p.m. ($10/adult; $5/ child). Sign up for one or both. Space limited. Harps available for rent. Contact: 800-4325487 or harpkit.com/ harptwangle
MINNESOTA DEER HUNTERS ASSOCIATION ANNUAL BANQUET
When: 4 p.m. Saturday, Apr. 8 Where: Heights Hall, 5880 Omaha Ave. N., Stillwater Details: Annual fundraiser for the St. Croix Valley Chapter. Food, silent auction and raffles. Seating limited; tickets $20-$100. Contact: 651-706-2404;
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ALLEGIANCE TRIO
When: 6 p.m. Saturday, Apr. 8 Where: Lakewood Worship Center, 2080 Woodlynn Ave., Maplewood Details: Concert by the southern gospel group from Nashville. Doors open at 5:15 p.m. $5/person. Contact: salvation armynorth.org
SHOREVIEW NORTHERN LIGHTS VARIETY BAND
When: 7 p.m. Saturday, April 8 Where: Bethel University, Benson Great Hall Details: Performance of ‘American Classics - Jazz, Blues, Rock, Swing’. Tickets $13. Contact: tickets. bethel.edu
WAFFLE BREAKFAST AND FIRE DEPARTMENT OPEN HOUSE
When: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday, Apr. 9 Where: Vadnais Heights Commons, 655 E. County Rd. F Details: All-you-caneat Belgian waffle breakfast sponsored by the Vadnais Heights Lions Club. $7.50/adults; $6.50 seniors; $4 children 6-14; 5 and under free. The Vadnais Heights Fire Department will hold an Open House with fire truck tours, smoke house, bloodmobile, blood pressure test, K-9, DNR and more. Contact: 651-204-6000; cityvadnaisheights.com
ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT
When: 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Apr. 9 Where: Lakeside Memorial Park, 95 E. Broadway Ave., Forest Lake Details: Families are invited to hunt for eggs and visit with the Easter Bunny. Contact: 651-209-9723 or ci.forest-lake.mn.us
LINKEDIN TO NETWORKING
When: 1-3 p.m. Monday, Apr. 10 Where: Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Rd. N., Forest Lake Details: Learn how to navigate LinkedIn, draft a profi le, look for jobs and build a network. Register online at Minnesotaworks.net. Contact: 651-275-7300
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CATHARTIC COLORING FOR CREATIVE ADULTS
When: 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, Apr. 12 Where: Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Rd. N., Forest Lake Details: Drop-in adult coloring club. Supplies provided. Contact: 651-275-7300
TEDTALKS DISCUSSION GROUP
When: 11:30-1 p.m. Thursday, Apr. 13 Where: White Bear Lake Library, 2150 2nd St. Details: Bring a bag lunch and watch a video on ‘ideas worth spreading’. This month’s program is ‘The New Era of Positive Psychology’, facilitated by Chuck Wright. Free; registration recommended. Contact: 651-724-6007 or rclreads.org
DFL SENIOR CAUCUS
When: 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Thursday, Apr. 13 Where: Sgt. Peppers Bar & Grill, 930 Helena Ave. N., Oakdale
Details: Speaker Joel Clemmer will discuss the topic of ‘Health Care Reform: Our System is Making Us Sick’. Contact: prtuveson@ gmail.com
55+ DRIVER IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM 8-HOUR FIRST TIME COURSE
When: 5:30-9:30 p.m. Monday, Apr. 17 and Tuesday, Apr. 18 Where: Polar Chevrolet, 1801 E. County Rd. F, White Bear Lake Details: Persons age 55 and older who complete course qualify for a 10 percent discount on auto insurance or three years. $26; registration required. Contact: 888-234-1294 or mnsafetycenter.org
SPAGHETTI DINNER
When: 5:30-7 p.m. Thursday, Apr. 20 Where: Hugo American Legion, 5383 140th St. N. Details: All-you-caneat spaghetti. $8/adults; $4 children under 12. Fundraiser for the Legion. Contact: 651-255-1432 or hugoamericanlegion. com
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Please include date, time, location, cost, brief details, and contact information for each event submission. Submission deadline is Wednesday prior to the following weeks’ publication. Submissions are subject to editing. Call 651-407-1226 with questions. Online: www. presspubs.com/calendar Email: calendar@ presspubs.com Mail: Press Publications, Attn: Calendar 4779 Bloom Ave. White Bear Lake, MN 55110
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When: 5:30-9:30 p.m. Monday, Apr. 10 Where: Polar Chevrolet, 1801 E. County Rd. F, White Bear Lake Details: Persons age 55 and older who complete course qualify for a 10 percent discount on auto insurance or three years. Must have completed initial 8 hour course. $22; registration required. Contact: 888-234-1294 or mnsafetycenter.org
RICE CREEK WATERSHED PRESENTATION
When: 7 p.m. Monday, Apr. 10 Where: St. Stephen Lutheran Church, 1965
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Former Cougar cager is one of MIAC’s premier big men BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR
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Kevin Grow enjoyed a 13-game win streak while scoring 14.4 points per game at Carleton his junior year.
Kevin Grow, a late-bloomer at Centennial, has developed into one of the top small-college post players in Minnesota, playing at Carleton College. The 6-foot-8, 220-pound junior forward paced a balanced Knights team with 14.4 points and 9.6 rebounds per game this season as they enjoyed a 13game winning streak on the way to an 18-9 record, 14-6 in the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (MIAC). His post-season honors included first-team AllMIAC, the MIAC All-Defensive team, and the AllWest District team. He’s made all-MIAC the last two years. Grow was one of just eight Division-III players in the nation to average at least 14 points, nine rebounds, 1.5 blocks, and 1.5 assists, according to Carleton’s sports web site. In his three seasons, Grow has logged 973 points, 722 rebounds and a school record 157 blocks. One of this past season's highlights took place during a loss. The Knights almost upset defending national champion St. Thomas in December, falling 62-61 in overtime. Grow pulled down a school record 25 rebounds while scoring 19 points.
Another highlight was a trip to Hawaii in late November. The Knights lost to Hawaii Pacific 79-70, then defeated Brigham Young-Hawaii 68-59 with Grow supplying 19 points, 13 rebounds and three blocks. The Knights’ win streak included a 67-49 rout of St. Olaf, the other MIAC school in Northfield, for the “Goat Trophy.” Grow had 16 points and 14 rebounds. At Centennial, Grow averaged six points as a junior, then emerged as one of the North West Suburban Conference’s best big men his senior year, delivering 19 points and eight rebounds per game on a 12-14 team. He was chosen for the state all-star games. His college experience at Carleton has included writing articles for the sports information web site and using Microsoft Excel to update team statistics, schedules, and rosters. In 2016, Grow was with a group traveling to Germany, Belgium and England, during which he took history and economics courses at University of Cambridge. Grow is the grandson of the late Norm Grow, who was Minnesota's all-time high school top scorer for about 30 years with 2,852 points for Foley, after which he played for the Gophers. Grow's sister, Sarah, a Centennial senior, will join him as a college player next year, with Minnesota-Duluth.
‘Journey 4 Renewal’ teaches lessons to last a lifetime BY SHANNON GRANHOLM EDITOR
make sure we stayed on track. Some days we fell behind because of strong winds or somebody wasn't feeling the greatest and other days we were able to catch up.” Being canoe guides at the Wilderness Canoe Base, which is located near streams and lakes of the Boundary Waters, none of the women had much experience on rivers. “We were kind of nervous about it, but we really enjoyed the rapids; they were a fun challenge that we had to work together as a team to figure out the best route through,” she explained. Overall, the trip was a success. There were no major injuries, the women got along well and were able to collectively make decisions. They made it back to Wilderness Canoe Base just in time for its 60th anniversary celebration and were greeted by many community members who followed their trip online through the group’s Facebook page and website
(journey4renewal.org). The goal of the trip was two-fold — One was to empower young people to achieve great things, and the other was to raise money for the Wilderness Canoe Base, which lost over half of its building in 2007 due to the Ham Lake fire. The rebuilding process is ongoing. The women have raised over $109,000. “We definitely finished the trip feeling really empowered and strong, and really excited to share some of that with others,” Froemke said. “We want to use the experience to encourage other young people to know that they are capable of doing amazing things, whether that is going on canoe trip, going to college or whatever.” Shannon Granholm can be reached at 651-407-1227 or at quadnews@presspubs. com.
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CIRCLE PINES — What do you get when four young women embark on 1,265-mile, 66-day canoe trip from the Boundary Waters to Hudson Bay? A journey that not only taught each of the young women lessons to last a lifetime, but empowered other young adults. Chelsea Froemke, who grew up in Lino Lakes and graduated from Centennial High School in 2008, recently came home to share stories from the trip with community members and members of her church, Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Circle Pines, on March 23 and 24. “It was a really incredible adventure and a really empowering thing,” she said. “I think that I will be processing and learning from it for the rest of my life.” While attending Bemidji State University to pursue a degree in social work, Froemke had a summer job working as a guide at the Wilderness Canoe Base in Grand Marais, where she met the other three young women who went on the trip with her. “All four of us are women, which I think was really empowering for other women, especially other young girls to know that
this is something they can do too,” she said. “The thought of a canoe trip had been in the back of our minds for a while. It was something that we had dreamed and talked about.” After a year of planning, the trip became a reality last summer. The journey started at the Wilderness Canoe Base and routed through International Falls, Kenora (in Ontario, Canada), Powerview-Pine Falls (in Manitoba, Canada), Norway House (north of Lake Winnipeg), God's Lake Narrows (in Manitoba) and ended at York Factory (a settlement and Hudson's Bay Company trading post located on southwestern shore of Hudson Bay in northeastern Manitoba.) “We experienced some big water, fast rapids and proved to ourselves that we were capable of a long-distance canoe trip,” she said. While on the trip, the women had a watch, but only to wake them up early in the morning so they could be on their way. Instead of keeping track of time, the women tracked their progress in mileage. Each day their goal was to travel 18 miles. “There is a timelessness concept at Wilderness Canoe Base, so we were really excited about practicing that on our trip,” she recalled. “We worked pretty hard to
Amber Montero, freshman from Centennial, is off to a great start in college softball with St. Catherine’s, leading the MIAC with four home runs after 20 games, hitting .328 with five doubles and 14 runs-batted-in. Playing center field, she leads the Wildcats (14-6) in homers, total bases (38) and steals (6-for-7). At Centennial, she was all-conference her last two years.
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(From left) Chelsea Froemke, Tessa Larson, Steph Branchaud and Whitney Vogel pose for a photo in Norway House, Manitoba. The four young women went on a 1,265 mile canoe trip to raise money for the Wilderness Canoe Base in Grand Marais.
SPORTS BRIEF Centennial duo gets all-metro, all-state hockey honors
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assists, to the third team. Both missed four games to play for Team USA in a European tournament. Hughes is a repeater; she was a second-team pick last year. Both players were also among 19 named to the coaches association’s Class AA all-state team.
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Lino Lakes Mayor Jeff Reinert and city council members make a proclamation declaring April as Month of the Military Child and April 21 as Military Child Day in Lino Lakes Monday, March 27. Anoka County has also officially declared the proclamation. Pictured are some local military children.
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Purple Up Order a T-shirt and wear it to show your support. T-shirts are $15 and all proceeds will help support Minnesota military-connected youth. T-shirts are available in men, women, youth and infant styles and come in purple, white or vintage. Orders will be accepted until April 30. Order online at www.nsapparelcompany. com/collections/month-of-themilitary-child and enter promo code PURPLEUPMN. T-shirts will be delivered right to your door. Statewide photo contest All military families currently serving are invited to share their stories by entering a photo to depict what it looks like for a child to be in a military family. Photos must be submitted by April 14. To submit a photo, contact Hannah Warner, family programs assistant, at Hannah.r.warner2.mil@mail.mil. Three winners will be announced at the Purple Up! event April 21 at the Mall of America. First prize is a hotel accommodation for a one-night stay for four, a $100 Mall of America (MOA) Visa gift card, four-pack of tickets to Nickelodeon Universe, Moose Mountain Adventure Golf and Sea Life, four tickets to Dutchman's Deck Ropes course and an MOA coupon book. Second prize is a family four pack of tickets to Nickelodeon Universe, Moose Mountain Adventure Golf and Sea Life, four tickets to Dutchman's Deck Ropes course and an MOA coupon book. Third place is four Nickelodeon Universe all-day wristbands and a MOA coupon book. Harlem Globetrotters military discount Military families and their children are invited to attend the Harlem Globetrotters at 1 or 7 p.m. Saturday, April 15 at the Target Center at discounted rates. Fill out the Harlem Globetrotters-Military and Family Offer order form (found at www. targetcenter.com/military). The form can be fi lled out online, faxed or mailed to the Minnesota National Guard Readiness Center, 1536 Ben Franklin Drive, Arden Hills, MN 55112. Contact Lynne, Cheri or Karen at 612-673-1311 with any questions.
Children's art contest Military children (of active duty or retired military personnel) in grades kindergarten through 12th grade are invited to submit works of art for the statewide contest. The artwork must highlight the theme “Military Pride Your Hero Inside” and be submitted by April 17. Submissions can be of any medium and any size. All artwork must be original and accompanied by a completed entry form that is signed by a parent or guardian. Prizes will be awarded to the top three winners in each category (K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12). Contact Laura Groeneweg at laura.l.groeneweg.ctr@mail.mil or 651-268-8695 for an entry form, or go to the Minnesota National Guard Youth Programs Facebook page. Senator Franken's poetry contest All students in Minnesota (grades K-12) are invited to participate in Sen. Al Franken's poetry contest “Celebrating the Veteran in my Life” through April. Students can celebrate any veteran or active military member, including a relative, family friend, or neighbor who has had a positive impact on their lives. Poems must be no longer than 250 words and entries must include the name of the child, the parent/guardian's name, a phone number and the name of the child's school. Submit poems to poetry@franken.senate.gov or mail to Office of Sen. Al Franken, c/o ‘Poetry contest,’ 60 Plato Boulevard East, Suite 220, St. Paul, MN 55107. Minnesota Military Teen Summit All military youth ages 12-18 who have a family member in the military currently serving are invited to attend the Minnesota Military Teen Summit June 16-18. The event is a chance for teens to learn leadership skills, work on team building and connect with other teens with parents in the military. The event is free, but space is limited. Register at www. jointservicesupport.org/event. The location of the event has not been determined yet. National Guard youth and teencamp volunteers needed Volunteers are needed including bus drivers, youth and teen counselors, medics and night-shift staff for the Minnesota National Guard Youth/ Teen Camp July 23-29 and July 20Aug. 5 at Camp Ripley. Volunteers who enjoy working with youth ages 10-18 in a traditional camp setting are asked to volunteer. If interested, contact Lindsay Koolmo, camp board director, executive.director@mngyc. org or at 763-670-1257.
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Easter Worship Easter Celebration! TRADITIONAL WORSHIP
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Palm Sunday, April 9th 10:30 am Worship 11:30 am Turkey Dinner (Free Will Offering)
Experience the mystery of this holy, hope-filled week.
Palm Sunday, April 9
Good Friday, April 14th 7:00 pm Worship
Traditional Worship Sunday 9 & 10:30 a.m. Sanctuary Contemporary Worship Saturday 5 p.m. Great Hall Sunday 9:30 a.m. Great Hall
Maundy Thursday, April 13
7 p.m. ... Sanctuary “Do this in remembrance of me.” We commemorate the Last Supper – a Passover meal that Jesus shared with his disciples the night before his death. The service includes beautiful music by New Dimension Singers and Handbells. Nursery and childcare available.
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BILL’S GUNS: Empowering women through ladies programming FROM PAGE 1
for coming to the range. She said, “Some just want to shoot as a hobby, some women want it for self-defense and some women have a husband or boyfriend who carry and they want to learn more.” A new kind of girls’ night out Billi Corey, a Rosemount resident, makes the weekly Wednesday drive to Circle Pines along with her neighbor and her neighbor's daughter. Growing up in
rural Michigan, Corey had hunted before, but once she moved to the Twin Cities she decided to try a range. She's been hooked ever since. “I seriously love the Circle Pines employees,” she noted. “They are absolutely phenomenal. “It is so much fun and so empowering to be able to handle a gun by yourself,” Corey said. She has also gained a sense of independence: “I can hold my own now, and it feels great.” Looking forward, Corey plans to continue her fi rearm
education and improve her shooting skills. In addition to the discounts women receive on Ladies Night, Bill's offers female-only selfdefense classes, handgun familiarization classes, and concealed carry classes. Corey appreciates that the instructors are not condescending toward even the most novice shooters. “They explain every single thing and all the details. It's hands-on.” She noted, “No question is a dumb question.” The new yoga? In a time when women
are stretched thinner than ever before with careers, childrearing, caring for aging parents and more, businesses are fi nding ways to help women rediscover their “me” time. Bill's is no exception. While shooting guns may not sound relaxing, Corey explained, “It is actually fun and relaxing. When you're at the range you have to pay attention. You have to be focused. It is a very safe atmosphere, so you can just hone in on your skills and get better, and then the more empowered you feel.”
Smith also notes relaxation as a draw for female customers. “It makes me feel empowered to help women realize they can do this too, and it really is relaxing.” Couples often come to make a date night out of it. Want to give it a shot? Corey offered this advice: “You don't know until you try it ... [the employees] have your back on everything, and it's your time, it's your moment. Just try it once and you will be hooked.”
Skilled bicycle repairman is right ‘On Time’ with his turn at the wheel BY PAT ZEITNER CONTRIBUTING WRITER
CIRCLE PINES — Sometimes people know at an early age what they are going to be when they grow up. Gil Cournoyea figured it out when he was about 12 years old. “I came home with some money and my mom wanted to know where I got it. I said I fixed this kid’s bike down the road, and his mom gave it to me.” Cournoyea’s mother verified his story and a career was born. Cournoyea recently opened On Time Bike Shop located at 9205 Lexington Ave. N in Circle Pines, and will hold a grand opening Saturday, April 8. This is actually the second bike shop he has opened on an April 8, on a Saturday. That was exactly 22 years ago. “Somehow, someway, I’m fortunate. I’m lucky. I’m blessed,” he said. Cournoyea, of Circle Pines, said he’s always had a knack for taking bicycles apart and putting them back together. He’s been doing that since the 1970s, “when things were a lot simpler than they are now. I learned how to work on bicycles before bicycles really became this thing they are today.” Bicycles have evolved like everything else.“I was around before all this stuff (gear mechanisms and swiveling parts) was even invented, and I got to learn as I went along. There are schools to teach you how to do this, but nothing beats an education like experience,” he said. His first full-time job out of high school was working at Forest Lake Cycle and Skate. Things progressed, and he opened his first store, Bike King, on Saturday, April 8, 1995, in Inver Grove Heights. It was about this time he started a longtime friendship with Wayne Durband, who was running Sunset Cycle in Circle Pines. While operating Bike King, Cournoyea noticed that working on bicycles came easy to him and realized really quickly after opening his store it didn’t come as easy to a lot of people. He kept his first store until 2012, when in a midlife crisis sort of way he sold it to a longtime employee and ventured out “to get a real job,” he said. “I went through 9/11, I went through the last recession, do I really want to be (an entrepreneur) forever?” Cournoyea went to work in the automotive industry and then on pontoons, in a structured job with employee benefits.
“I went from knowing everything about everything, to not knowing anything about anything,” he laughed. He soon knew what he had to do. He called Durband. “I need some therapy!” he said. Cournoyea went to work for Durband in the evenings after his fulltime job was finished. That arrangement worked well for both of them for a couple of years. Then came a sad day. Durband passed away suddenly on May 6, 2016. Cournoyea helped keep Sunset Cycle open for the rest of the summer for his customers, then Durband’s family closed the business. It was time. “Everything seems to be happening on time right now. I have an opportunity to get back into doing what I’m supposed to be doing,” he said. On Time Bike Shop will offer a full line of bikes and accessories from youth to adult sizes and repairs of all types. Cournoyea recognized the internet is a competition to be reckoned with, but noted, “The internet hurts the accessories part. What they can’t sell you on the internet is service, and they can’t repair bikes.” Cournoyea considers himself blessed to have another opportunity to open a bike shop. He nodded upward, “God creates our path before we get there, and we just have to follow it when we get there. This has been a love, a passion.”
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Ruth Roth and her husband pose for a photo at the event. Ruth's famous handmade pies were up for auction again this year. One bidder paid $700 and another $400.
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Centennial grad Dave Dahl attended the Gala to show support. Here he thanks auctioneer Dan Masloski of flagpole Auctions for doing a great job at the event and motivating attendees to “dig deep” in their pockets for a good cause.
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Former School Board member Kelly Lodico plays the mystery wine game at the Gala.
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During the silent auction and reception, attendees listened to music by the Centennial High School Marimba Band directed by Mark Kusche, who plans to retire at the end of this school year.
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THE SUPER BOWL: Plans underway at Anoka County-Blaine Airport FROM PAGE 1
Anoka County-Blaine and St. Paul Downtown airports are around 16 miles from the stadium; MSP is about 14 miles away, and Flying Cloud is around 20 miles distant. Another advantage of the Anoka County-Blaine Airport is that because of the amount of land space, overnight parking of aircraft can be accommodated. Harris learned all about the planning that goes into preparing for an event like this from an aviation standpoint after he went to Houston, which hosted this year’s Super Bowl. Harris spent six days there scouting out general aviation operations within Houston area airports. “I talked to a lot of flight crews and the different stakeholders from air traffic, to the private businesses that service the jets, and the crews, about how far in advance they planned for the event,” he said. “I really tried to investigate as much of that as I possibly could, so that as we begin our planning process here we can really take that information back to our local officials so that we can best plan and prepare for the event.” While in Houston, Harris toured numerous airports to get many questions answered, both before and after the event. “My time in Houston went so fast. I was literally, from morning to night, getting backstage tours of all of these airports that played a vital role in the general aviation operation in Houston area airports. I cannot thank them enough for the information they were able to share with me so I could take it back to Minneapolis,” he said. Harris said his biggest “aha moment” in Houston was seeing the number of airplanes come through. “You hear
them talk about the numbers and it is really hard to grasp some of the numbers that they are talking about. When I went and saw it firsthand, the numbers are real,” he said. “(Going to Houston) has better prepared me to make sure that we are prepared to play a small part of the Super Bowl and make sure our guests have a memorable experience while they are in the Twin Cities.” Currently, all four airports are in the process of developing an operation plan to figure out how many aircraft can be parked on the grounds overnight, how many aircraft can fly in to each airport and how often they can fly in. “There are a lot of little tentacles and ‘what if’ scenarios in building a plan to make sure that we are best prepared,” Harris explained. “I am extremely confident that we are going to put our best foot forward. This will be a pretty seamless process for those coming into our airport system.” During the event, the pilot of each aircraft will have to make reservations for the plane’s arrival and departure. This allows for a manageable flow of traffic. Once the numbers are finalized, an online reservation system will be created. Harris said the day after the Super Bowl in Houston, some MAC airports received phone calls about reservations for next year. He compared the planning for the big game to a once-ina-lifetime event such as a wedding or graduation party. “At the end of the day, it is a lot of work for a one-time event,” he said. The biggest challenge? Minnesota’s weather. “It’s Minnesota, we are prepared for it,” Harris said.
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CENTENNIAL SCHOOL BOARD NOTES The Centennial School Board took the following action at its March 27 meeting: • Heard from Theater Director Mark Quinlan, who recognized student award winners for the fall production “Once on This Island.” The production was honored with numerous awards from the Hennepin Theatre Trust SpotLight Musical Theatre Program. Quinlan recognized Sammy Latterell and Courtney Klein for outstanding performance in a leading role; Eden Wells for honorable mention for performance in a leading role; Riley Krieger, Kelly Picton and Collin Krieger for honorable mention for performance in a supporting role; Gracie Lindblom for technical leadership nomination; and ShaubYi Yang, Nate Averbeck and Sofia Holub for “shout-outs.” • Heard from Activities Director Brian Hegseth, who recognized outstanding athletes and coaches. Hegseth recognized gymnast Andrea Gessner for third place at State AA in the vault event; swimmer Alex Poellinger for fourth place in AA 500 freestyle; wrestler Justin Mohlin for sixth place in AAA 195 pounds; wrestler Tyler Shilson for fourth place in AAA 145 pounds; wrestler Jakob Bergeland for second place in AAA 138 pounds; hockey players Anneke Linser and Gabbie Hughes for being gold medalists on the USA Women's National Team; Jacob Schneider and Livie Ruble for being Triple A Award winners for academics, arts
and athletics; Sarah Grow for being an Athena Award winner; and Anthony Bengtson, Josh Hamann and Jonathan Caliendo for adapted floor hockey All-State Tournament Team. Hegseth also recognized adapted floor hockey coaches Deb Kline, head coach; Erik Aus, assistant coach; and John Peterson, assistant coach. • Director of Technology Mike Christensen recognized outstanding teachers, including Angee Stodola at Blue Heron Elementary and Jen Wenzel at Golden Lake Elementary. Technology and Information Education Services (TIES) recognizes teachers throughout the metro for their strong passion and commitment toward impacting student learning through the use of technology. Stodola and Wenzel were named TIES exceptional teachers. “Angee thrives by collaborating closely with her grade-level team to use innovation to meet the wide range of academic and social/emotional needs of students,” Christensen said. “Angee embeds technology into her classroom so students have increased opportunities to receive immediate feedback. She also uses technology to better organize grade-level resources and to learn professionally.” He said, “Jen is a lifelong learner and is always on the quest to do what is best for her learners. She is a leader among leaders and models a mindset that is comfortable
LINO LAKES CITY COUNCIL NOTES The Lino Lakes City Council took the following action at its March 27 meeting: • Heard from Dorothy Radermacher, co-chair of the Lino Lakes Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Network, who introduced local military children in honor of Military Child Day. Mayor Jeff Reinert read a proclamation declaring April as the Month of the Military Child and April 21 as Military Child Day. According to the proclamation, “more than 40 percent of military personnel have children who are left behind during deployment and thousands of children in Minnesota have at least one parent currently serving in active military.” • Approved the final plat and development agreement for Erickson Estates. Joan and David Erickson, owners of 63 White Pine Road, currently live on a 4.38-acre parcel and would like to split off the eastern portion of their property for the purpose of constructing another single-family home. • Approved the first reading of an ordinance regarding the sale of city property to American Legion Post 566 for a parking lot expansion. The first two offers for the property were rejected; however, after negotiations a sale price of $90,000 was agreed upon by both parties. In 1990 the Economic Development Authority purchased lots 12-16, Block 2, Carole's Estates as part of the public safety complex, and the properties were transferred to the city as part of the project fi nancing. In 1999, after the new civic complex was completed, the city sold the former police station (Lot 15) to the Legion. As part of the sale agreement, the city
with change,” Christensen said. “She is persistent to find effective, aligned and meaningful ways to challenge her kindergarten students through the use of technology. The emphasis is not on devices, (but) rather the impactful ways to cognitively engage students and teach them to think.” • Approved the consent agenda, which included Feb. 13 regular board meeting minutes, monthly disbursements, personnel, field trips and gifts to the district. • Approved a resolution for budget reductions for the 201718 school year. Reductions include: the dean of students position ($75,000) and a full-time paraprofessional at Centennial High School ($25,000) for a total reduction of $100,000; nonstaff adjustments/changes in operations, including savings from software conversions ($70,000), increase in middle school fees ($20,000), copy center implementation ($80,000), attrition (staff turnover/ reductions, $300,000) and teaching and learning reductions ($73,000) for a total reduction of $543,000; and updating revenue assumptions for increased funding to reduce special education cross subsidy for a reduction of $600,000. The next regular school board meeting will be at 6:30 p.m. Monday, April 17 at the District Office. Shannon Granholm
CIRCLE PINES CITY COUNCIL NOTES will retain a 40-foot wide access, utility and drainage easement across the easternmost portion of the lot to allow for future development access to lots 12 and 13, which are still owned by the city. • Approved a professional services agreement with Landform and WSB & Associates for the 2040 Comprehensive Plan update. Lino Lakes is required to update its Comprehensive Plan to meet the requirements of the Metropolitan Land Planning Act. It is due by Dec. 31, 2018. A request for proposal for professional services for the plan was sent out to five firms; however, the city only heard back from Landform. Landform will handle the background, land use planning components, public outreach and overall administration of the project. WSB, the city's engineer, will prepare the water resources, transportation and park components of the plan. Landform proposed to complete the work for an estimated $89,865, and WSB proposes to complete its portion of the project for an estimated $100,092. The project is proposed to be funded by the city's general fund, trunk area and unit fund, surface water management fund, park dedication fund and a $32,000 grant received from the Metropolitan Council. With a 5 percent contingency, the total project budget is $199,455. The next City Council work session will be at 6 p.m. Monday, April 6 in the Community Room at City Hall. There will be a regular council meeting at 6:30 p.m. Monday, April 10 in the Council Chambers at City Hall. Shannon Granholm
The Circle Pines City Council took the following action at its March 28 meeting: • Heard from Councilman Richard Runbeck, who told council the Chain of Lakes Rotary Club is looking for a project to help out with and encouraged Mayor Dave Bartholomay and other council members to reach out to the Rotary with potential project ideas. • Heard from Bartholomay, who told the council about the Utilities Commission's recent meeting. He said the commission updated its operation and maintenance procedures, made its annual donation to the Centennial senior class party and chose the winning scholarship applicant. • Approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes, general fund disbursements, licenses and fire and police disbursements. • Approved a joint powers agreement with the Anoka Conservation District (ACD) to utilize Clean Water Land and Legacy Funds for an iron-enhanced sand filter project in Golden Lake. Circle Pines applied for the grant last fall and received $467,968 in Legacy funds from the Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR) channeled through the Anoka Conservation District. Project engineering will take place this summer; the filter is expected to be built in spring of 2018. The project has a 25-year life cycle and will stop 40 to 60 pounds of phosphorus per year from entering into the lake. Runbeck shared his concern about the lake becoming more clear which in turn could allow more sunlight to enter and cause more weeds. Bartholomay explained they will be monitoring the lake very closely during the project to watch for adverse effects from the project. • Approved the 2017 Urban Stormwater Remediation cost-share program with Rice Creek Watershed District, which has awarded the city $50,000 for the iron-enhanced sand filter project. Circle Pines is responsible for $66,992 and ACD is responsible for $467,968. The next City Council meeting will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 11 at City Hall.
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Jessica Ann Jacobs, 30, of Circle Pines passed away in her home surrounded by her family on April 1, 2017. Jessie was born on Aug. 27, 1986 in St. Paul. She had a bright smile and contagious giggle. She will be remembered for her love of family, shopping, sense of humor and videos! She is preceded in death by her grandmother, Lorraine Serfling, grandfather, Maynard Serfling; grandfather, Frank Jacobs; uncle, Herb Serfling; aunt, Kris Perrington; aunt, Marilyn Lehman; uncle, Dean Serfling and cousin, Kyle Gardner.
She is survived by her parents, Paula and Dennis Jacobs; sister, Emily Jacobs; grandmother, Idell Jacobs and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Memorial service is at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, April 8 at Living Faith Church, 10101 Lexington Ave. NE., Circle Pines. There will be a gathering at the church on Saturday from 1:00 – 1:30 p.m.
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POLICE REPORTS male from Hugo was arrested and booked in the Anoka County Jail for felony level violation of a domestic abuse no-contact order. A 20-yearold female from Mounds View was transported to the Anoka County Jail and booked after she gave police a false name. • An officer responded to the 700 block of Village Drive at 9:34 a.m. March 24 for a theft report. Unknown suspect(s) took several cement form caps from a construction site. The case is under investigation. • An officer stopped a vehicle for several traffic violations in the 1300 block of I-35W at 11:31 p.m. March 24. The driver, a 25-year-old male from Forest Lake, was transported to the Anoka County Jail where he was booked for second-degree DWI test refusal, driving after revocation, speeding, improper lane use and failure to surrender impounded license plates. • An officer responded to the 6900 block of West Shadow Lake Drive at 6:37 p.m. March 25 for a delayed theft report. The victim had a large amount of jewelry missing from her home. The investigation is ongoing. • An officer stopped a vehicle for a moving violation in the 300 block of Ash Street at 10:17 p.m. March 25. The driver, an 18-year-old female from Circle Pines, was subsequently cited for possession of marijuana in a motor vehicle and possession of drug paraphernalia. • An officer stopped a vehicle for speeding in the 700 block of Main Street at 8:05 a.m. March 25. The driver, a 32-year-old male from Blaine, was cited for speeding and reckless driving. • While on patrol, an officer located a
The Lino Lakes Public Safety Department reported the following incidents: • An officer responded to the 6800 block of Black Duck Drive at 8:02 a.m. March 22 for a property damage accident. One of the drivers, a 30-year-old male from Lino Lakes, was subsequently arrested and booked into the Anoka County Jail for second-degree DWI and backing up upon a roadway. • Officers responded to a domestic dispute in the 40 block of Gladstone Drive at 9:26 a.m. March 22. An adult female from Lino Lakes was arrested for fi fth- degree domestic assault and transported to the Anoka County Jail. • An officer responded to the 7500 block of Lake Drive at 2:14 p.m. March 22 for a theft from vehicle report. Between 5 a.m. and 2:10 p.m. an unknown person broke into a vehicle and stole several items. The case is under investigation. • An officer stopped a vehicle at 77th Street and Lake Drive after recognizing the driver March 23. The 46-year-old female from Lino Lakes was booked at the Anoka County Jail and arrested on an outstanding felony warrant. • An officer stopped a vehicle for a moving violation in the 700 block of Main Street at 12:09 a.m. March 24. The driver, a 29-year-old female from Anoka, was cited for possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. • An officer stopped a vehicle for a moving violation in the 700 block of Main Street at 1:00 a.m. March 24. The driver, a 22-year-old female from Robbinsdale, was cited for driving after revocation. A 27-year-old
CITY OF CENTERVILLE SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE #85, SECOND SERIES Notice is hereby given, that on March 22, 2017, Ordinance #85, Second Series, entitled “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CITY CODE, CHAPTER 111” was adopted by the City Council of Centerville, Minnesota. Notice is further given that due to the lengthy nature of the ordinance, the City Council has directed that this title and summary be prepared for publication pursuant to Minn. Stat. 412.191, Subd. 4. Notice is further given that a complete printed copy of the ordinance is available for inspection by any person during normal business hours of the City Clerk, 1880 Main St., Centerville, MN, or will be mailed to anyone requesting it by telephone (651) 429-3232. Notice is further given that the general purpose of the ordinance is to allow for holders of an On-Sale Sunday Liquor License or those that meet the qualifications of having the ability to obtain an On-Sale Sunday Liquor License or Temporary On-Sale Sunday Liquor License who meet the definition of a restaurant, club, bowling center, or hotel with a seating capacity for at least 30 person and which holds an On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License may have the ability to sell alcoholic beverages in conjunction with the sale of food on Sundays beginning at 8:00 a.m. if the applicant is in conformance with the Minnesota Clean Air Act. Section 1. This section amends City Code, Chapter 111.07, subsection (F) by removing it. Notice is further given that the Council has by a minimum 4/5 vote approved this public notice on the 22nd day of March, 2017. Teresa Bender, City Clerk Published one time in the Quad Community Press on April 4, 2017.
CITY OF LINO LAKES NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the City Council of the City of Lino Lakes, Minnesota will hold a public hearing on Monday, April 24, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Lino Lakes City Hall, 600 Town Center Parkway, Lino Lakes, Minnesota, to consider the following: • The vacation of the drainage and utility easements on Outlot A as dedicated on the plat of NORTHPOINTE 3RD ADDITION, according to the recorded plat thereof, Anoka County, Minnesota. • The vacation of the drainage and utility easements on Outlot C as dedicated on the plat of NORTHPOINTE 4TH ADDITION, according to the recorded plat thereof, Anoka County, Minnesota. For further information regarding this item, contact Katie Larsen, City Plan-
suspicious vehicle in the 6500 block of Pheasant Run at 5:13 a.m. March 26. The driver, a 26-year-old male from Shoreview, was subsequently cited for open bottle and uninsured vehicle. • An officer responded to the 400 block of Birch Street at 10:28 p.m. March 25 for a property damage accident. The driver, a 20-year-old male from Lino Lakes, was cited for inattentive driving. The Centennial Lakes Police Department reported the following incidents: • An officer observed a vehicle speeding in the area of Lake Drive and Pointcross Road in Circle Pines March 24. The vehicle fled the officer into New Brighton, where the driver fled the vehicle. The male driver was located and subsequently arrested and brought to Anoka County Jail. • Officers were dispatched to a phone call report of a hit-and-run property damage report in the 2800 block of Patriot Lane in Lexington March 24. The incident likely occurred overnight. There are currently no known suspects. • An officer was dispatched to the 9100 block of Dunlap Avenue in Lexington March 25 on a group of suspicious males. Multiple males were transported to the Hennepin County Juvenile Center. • Officers responded to a report of a vehicle in Carl Eck Park at 2 Firebarn Road in Circle Pines after park hours March 25. An adult female was subsequently arrested for third-degree DWI. • Officers were dispatched to the area of Lexington Avenue and Central Street in Circle Pines March 25 on a
ner, at 651-982-2426. Anyone wishing to be heard regarding this item will be given the opportunity at the time of the hearing. If you have any questions or need special accommodations, please call 651-982-2400. Julie Bartell, City Clerk Published two times in the Quad Community Press on April 4 and 11, 2017.
CENTENNIAL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 12 MINUTES, FEBRUARY 13, 2017 (Abbreviated—full minutes available at www.isd12.org or call 763-7926010 to request a hard copy) LEGAL NOTICE: School Board, Independent School District 12; 4707 North Road, Circle Pines, Minnesota; February 13, 2017. 1. CALL TO ORDER Chairperson Wilson called the regular meeting of the School Board to order at 6:31 p.m. in the District Office Board Room. 2. ROLL CALL The following members were present: Bettinger, Culp, Burns, Timm, Wilson, ex-officio Dietz and Guthmueller. The following School Board Members were absent: None. 3. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA Chairperson Wilson acknowledged approval of the agenda with additions in the Consent Agenda under Item 7.3 Personnel – Resignations and Item 7.4 Field Trips. Also noted, there will not be any recognitions this evening. 4. RECOGNITIONS: None. 5. PUBLIC FORUM: None. 6. SUPERINTENDENT REPORT: Superintendent Dietz gave an update on the water situation in Blaine, SEE Lobbying Day at the Capitol and the Strategic Planning process. 7. CONSENT ITEMS 7.1 Approval of Minutes: Board Organizational Meeting Minutes of January 9, 2017. 7.2 Approval of Monthly Disbursements: Accounts Payable Disbursement - $4,020,599.07; Payroll - $3,698,370.24. 7.3 Personnel: Retirements; Terminations; Resignations; Employment; Change in Employment; Unpaid Leaves of Absence. 7.4 Field Trips. 7.5 Gifts to the District. 8. CURRICULUM 8.1 2016-17 Open Enrollment Applications/Report - Mr. Scott Johnson, Executive Director of Teaching and Learning, provided a status report on the number of open enrollment applications received under the Minnesota Open Enrollment Options Program in the 2016-17 organizational year for the 2017-18 organizational year. As of the January 15 statutory deadline, Centennial School District No. 12 received 116 new to the district open enrollment applications. This compares to 115 new to the district applications for the 2016-17 organizational year. No School Board action was required. 9. RESOURCE MANAGEMENT 9.1 High School and Middle School Auditorium Rental Fees - To streamline the rental process, and provide increased customer service for outside user groups, community education will be working
report of a two-car property damage accident. Both cars were driven from the scene. • An officer stopped a vehicle in the 1800 block of Main Street in Centerville March 26 for displaying revoked license plates. The adult female driver was subsequently cited for failure to comply with an impoundment order, and released. • An officer witnessed a vehicle with multiple equipment violations in the 8800 block of Griggs Avenue in Lexington March 26. The vehicle was stopped and after a K-9 sniffed the vehicle, multiple passengers were arrested for controlled substance violations. • Officers responded to the 7100 block of Grange View in Centerville March 24 on an anonymous report of a large amount of vehicles in the area and juveniles walking around. Officers found a large party at an address within the block and made contact with the homeowner and advised him of the complaint. Two vehicles were cited for parking illegally. • A female in the 1800 block of Main Street in Centerville called to report a suspicious person March 26. The person was gone prior to the officer's arrival. No information to locate the suspicious person was obtained from the reporting female. • An officer was dispatched to the 20 block of North Road in Circle Pines March 27 on a suspicious activity report. A complainant advised they were missing gift cards that were supposedly delivered to their residence. There is currently no suspect information.
with users to create rental agreements, coordinate additional space needs, secure necessary insurance, and invoice for use. The initial contact for space availability will continue to go through Eric Webster, PAC Coordinator. A group of district staff has been meeting to discuss these issues and recommended the following rental rates: Community Non-Profit Groups - $55 per hour; Faith Based Groups - $135 per hour; Non-Community Non-Profit Groups - $100 per hour (Including colleges/universities); Community Groups, For Profit - $135 per hour; Performance Package - $200 per use for extra lighting and/or sound (Lighting design is not included; this would be a service the renter would need to secure.) These rates are very similar to many of our surrounding districts. Motion by Culp, seconded by Timm to approve the auditorium rental fees as presented. Vote: 6-0-0, motion carried unanimously. 9.2 Bond Refunding - The District constantly monitors the financial markets for potential opportunities to refinance outstanding debt. Through this process, it was identified that the District can realize savings from the General Obligation School Building Refunding Bonds sold in 2007. The resolution included ratifies the award of sale of the General Obligation School Building Refunding Bonds, Series 2017A. The Executive Director of Business Services recommended that the Board ratify the award of sale of the General Obligation School Building Refunding Bonds, Series 2017A to Piper Jaffray, the low bidder. Motion by Guthmueller, seconded by Culp to award the sale of the General Obligation School Building Refunding Bonds, Series 2017A to Piper Jaffray. Roll Call Vote – Ayes: Bettinger, Culp, Burns, Timm, Wilson, Guthmueller. Nays: None. Motion carried unanimously. 10. SUPPLEMENTARY ITEMS 10.1 School Board Committee Assignments - Detailed in an attachment are the proposed School Board committee assignments for the 2017 calendar year as prepared by School Board Chairperson Christina Wilson. It was recommended that the School Board adopt/approve the proposed 2017 School Board committee assignments as specified. Motion by Timm, seconded by Bettinger to approve the proposed 2017 School Board committee assignments as specified. Vote: 6-0-0, motion carried unanimously. 10.2 Approval of Revised School Board Meeting Schedule - Detailed in an attachment is the proposed revised 2017 School Board Meeting Schedule It is recommended that the School Board approve the revised 2017 School Board Meeting Schedule. Motion by Culp, seconded by Guthmueller to approve the revised 2017 School Board Meeting Schedule. Vote: 6-0-0, motion carried unanimously. 11. COMMUNICATION 11.1 Northeast Metropolitan Intermediate School District #916. 11.2 Schools for Equity in Education. 11.3 CAEF. 11.4 MSBA. 12. INFORMATION ITEMS 13. ADJOURN at 7:24 p.m. Suzanne Guthmueller, School Board Clerk. Minutes prepared by Jody Josephson Published one time in the Quad Community Press on April 4, 2017.
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“CHIPS” (R) [Crude sexual content, graphic nudity, pervasive language, some violence, and drug use.] — A wacky, silly, pratfall, intermittently raunchy and funny, star-dotted (Kristen Bell, Adam Brody, Maya Rudolph, Richard T. Jones, Ben Falcone, Adam Rodriguez, Isiah Whitlock Jr., Jane Kaczmarek, Rose Salazar and Jessica McNamee), 100-minute comedy based on the popular 1970s and 1980s television show in which a Miami FBI agent (Michael Peña) and a rookie cop (Dax Shepard) join the California Highway Patrol (CHIP) to investigate dirty cops (Vincent D’Onofrio, et al.) who are involved in a series of high-profile robberies and other crimes.
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[Thematic elements, a violent image, sexuality, and brief strong language.] — After a divorced, semi-retired, British vintage camera shop owner (Jim Broadbent) learns that the mother (Emily Mortimer) of his first girlfriend (Freya Mavor/ Charlotte Rampling) has oddly left him the diary of his best friend (Joe Alwyn) in college who committed suicide in this confusing, unevenly paced, well-acted, 108-minute film told in flashbacks and based on Julian Barnes’ bestselling, Man Booker Prize-winning 2011 novel, he reminisces about his past relationships while dealing with his pregnant lesbian daughter (Michelle Dockery) and keeping a cordial relationship with his exwife (Harriet Walter).
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Chisago County has one Deputy Sheriff opening and is also creating an eligibility list for future openings for the position of FT Deputy Sheriff. Qualified candidates must be able to perform duties of “Sheriff ” as defined in MSS 645.44 and duties of “Peace Officer” as defined by MSS 626.84. Candidates must have the ability to work various shifts, pass a comprehensive background investigation and required testing which includes psychological, medical and drug screening. Please include copy of POST license or POST eligibility letter with application and resume. QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: A current MN Post Peace Officers License or POST letter of eligibility. One year experience as an officer is preferred. Testing is tentatively scheduled for May 2, 2017. Qualified candidates will be contacted after the closing date. Apply on-line at www.co.chisago.mn.us. Deadline is April 21, 2017.
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The City of Lexington is accepting applications for a part-time, seasonal Public Works Maintenance Worker to assist in regular and recurring maintenance, installation and repair work associated with the city’s parks and buildings. Three (3) days per week for six (6) hours per day, starting 2 weeks before Memorial Day and ending 1 week after Labor Day.
Position pays $11.49/hour. A valid driver's license with a clean driving record is essential. Applications available Monday – Friday, 8 am – 4:30 pm, at Lexington City Hall, 9180 Lexington Ave, Lexington, MN 55014 or online at http://www.ci.lexington.mn.us/. Applications must be received by 4:30 p.m. April 21, 2017, Lexington City Hall.
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Chisago County Health & Human Services is in need of a FT temporary staff to transcribe information. Duties would include: entering information into a computer, maintaining confidentiality and completing time reports. Accuracy is a must and the ability to type 55 wpm. $13.56 per hour. Deadline to apply is 4/7/17. Assignment is expected to be up to 3 months. Apply at www.chisagocounty.us.
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Weber Collection: Preservation for the Long Haul Previously, we looked at the story of the Weber family, which emigrated from Austria-Hungary in the 1860s and settled down to farm near Centerville. Their farm, started by Johann Weber and his wife Annie, was passed down to their son Leonard and his wife Mary, and then to their son Donald. Over three generations many documents, photographs and three-dimensional objects were accumulated and saved. Eventually, this collection of materials from their lives made its way to the Anoka County Historical Society. How does ACHS handle a collection like this? It came to us in two cardboard boxes and one plastic tub, probably how it had been stored since Donald Weber’s death, and it was for the most part unorganized. Our fi rst job was to sift through everything briefly and get a sense of what was there. After that, a basic sort into one of three categories (paper, photographs and 3-D artifacts) gave us some easier places to get started. In all three of those piles, we had to look through the items and decide which things really helped tell the story of the Weber family and should be kept, and which things did not help to tell that story. For example, one older photograph is being sent to the White Bear Lake Historical Society because it fits their collections better than ours. After sorting, we must then get the items housed in appropriate archival boxes and folders (all acid-free). We sorted paper records into relevant groupings, placed them in folders, and then housed them in document
boxes designed for that purpose. After being digitized, photographs were housed similarly. Three-dimensional artifacts received paper tags or other labels before being wrapped in tissue and housed in a larger box. Each item also receives a digital record so it can be easily found by researchers. All new collections begin with the archivist, Audra, but larger collections require more hands for swift processing. In this case, staff member Sara helped with initial organization, volunteer Gail scanned and created digital records for the many photographs and volunteer Kelsie created digital records for all the paper documents—projects which spanned many weeks. Donald Weber never married and had no children. Fortunately, the story of his family can live on here at the Anoka County Historical Society through the items preserved in this collection. The history of the Weber family becomes part of the bigger story of Anoka County and all those who have lived, loved, worked and died here. This collection tells other stories as well, ones that are still relevant today and into the future: the stories of people who came here from other places, people who farmed, people on the home front during wartime, and people supporting their parents in old age. We hope you have enjoyed these articles. Look for some images from the Weber Family Collection in the future issues of the Quad Community Press. Anoka County Historical Society
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