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n excursion boat called The Admiral has come to White Bear Lake, thanks to Admiral D’s and Brian McGoldrick. This will allow more people to enjoy White Bear Lake. There are hors d’oeuvres on board. From the top deck you will have a unique view of the lake during the two hour cruise. The last time an excursion boat was operating on White Bear Lake was 1910. THE BEUTIFICATION OF Highway 61 through White Bear Lake is very attractive, from the stone columns to the lighting and the plantings in the median. However, from my observation the stone columns with their flat top look they are not completely finished. I About the like called Anne Kane, Community Development Director, and found that I was Town not alone. I think white bears could Gene Johnson be placed in different positions on top of those columns. One of the columns has a planter with flowers blooming, but they become difficult to keep watered, especially with the traffic on Highway 61. It would be dangerous and disruptive. Maybe there are other types of art pieces that could be placed on them that would be representative of our heritage and legacy. Kindly voice your ideas. PUBLISHING TODAY HAS increased challenges, especially from the Internet, ranging from Craig’s List to websites of every imaginable kind. I read a column by Shane Goodman, president of a free newspaper group, who makes several points about the digital fads and now the statistics are beginning to once again work in favor of print. Thirty-six percent of all web traffic is fake according to Business Inside (March 24, 2014). Could you imagine if the Press Publications distribution was 36 percent fake? One in four Facebook users lie on their profiles. This is from CNN (May 4, 2012). Twenty-five percent of Facebook users admitted that they lied, but the number may be higher. One-third of all Internet users use some form of ad blocking software according to the Wall Street Journal (August 10, 2015). Digital advertising spending is tapering off. Most of the growth dollars came from TV and are now going back to TV, but print has been hurt through these digital experiments, mostly the daily newspapers. Of course, there is a place for digital advertising, but it should be to complement the massive readership that is in print. The key is to remain ethical and honest in all of our business activities and information. People have predicted that print has been going out of business for a couple hundred years. It is still well and alive as proven by the fact that you are reading this column today. Print has just had to learn how to incorporate the Internet through its websites and digital offerings. As a weekly paper complemented by our website, we can act like a daily paper. Breaking news and feature stories are posted immediately. Thanks for hanging around. We will be hanging around for a long time, too. DURING THE TIME White Bear Lake was at its lowest water point, a lot of sucker trees and other vegetation began to grow in those shallow areas. Now with the water rising, some of that vegetation and trees will die and leave a mess. It seems to me that the water conservation district and others who are seeking to restore the lake should have had these trees and brush removed when the water was low. Now it will be more difficult. On some shorelines of the lake it has grown so much you can’t even see the lake from the road you are traveling on. During this low water period it would also have been easier to dredge some of the bays that have filled with decaying vegetation to allow new plant life to form. Not everyone will agree with this approach, but a lot of things in nature can be and are managed for beauty and practical uses. Thankfully we are in a cycle of more rainfall. Maybe I should be pointing fingers at the DNR. Gene Johnson is publisher emeritus of Press Publications.
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s Mayor of the great city of Lino Lakes, I am very proud of what we have accomplished over the last few years. We have kept our taxes under control, still lower than when I was first elected Mayor almost 7 years ago. Despite certain challenges, we are finally having success with neighborhood road reconstruction. We have made great progress with our work to Movers and rebuild the Blue Heron population Shakers that saw huge reductions years Jeff Reinert ago. Our monthly recycle program has become very popular. In 2014 our Department of Public Safety was recognized as the best in the Twin Cities and our new fi re service is a huge success having reduced response times and comparable costs with many examples to show that a police/ fi re cross-trained service could be “the model of the future” for many cities. We also digitized all City Hall documents saving us time and money. Property values are increasing as the economy is slowly recovering. Businesses and restaurants continue to open and a few top quality Lino Lakes style housing projects are under-
way. One notable project on our south side is the removal of the 49 Club. After four years of work with many setbacks, city staff has now confi rmed that the 49 Club will fi nally be removed this fall making room for something new. We are moving in the right direction and the business of our city has been managed well, but there is always room for improvement. An initiative we have used in the past but need to implement more is a concept known as baseline government management. A baseline is a known state by which something is measured or compared. Baseline management uses a baseline to determine the level of resources needed. The baseline we are talking about for our city is the staff and equipment resources needed to operate each department on a daily basis. Whether in the private sector or the public sector, the need for resources goes up and down throughout the year. Each has its low periods, average periods and peak periods of activity and need for resources like staff and equipment throughout the year. The baseline management model is commonly used in the private sector to control costs and to run more efficiently. A private company will typically employ staff and invest in equipment to a base level of need and then outsource as needed throughout the year during peak times. The
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model seen in the public sector often times is to employ staff and invest in equipment more towards a peak need so as to be able to complete the work and provide services necessary at any time throughout the year and not to outsource. A trend for some cities is to incorporate the baseline management model to include more outsourcing to accommodate peak periods of activity. Managing resources with a baseline is not always a perfect fit for government in every department but we need to be open to the idea and work towards the areas where this model can help us. We will save tax dollars and run more efficiently in the departments where we find a fit. We will begin the process of assessing what departments in our city can benefit from baseline management and can also learn from the growing number of cities that are finding success using baseline management techniques. This will be followed by establishing a baseline for each of those departments. There are many private and public entities available for contract work that will help us implement baseline management in the future to improve how we do the business of our city.
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QUAD AREA EVENTS DOLLARS INTO SENSE CLASS
When: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 10 Where: Anoka County Human Services Center, 1201 89th Ave., Blaine Details: Class covers tracking expenses, putting together a spending plan, goal setting, credit, and where to get additional help. Register at least 3 days prior. Contact: 763-755-1280 or extension.umn.edu
INTRODUCTION TO KAYAKING
When: 2-4 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 10 Where: Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Park Reserve, Centerville Beach, 73737 Main St., Centerville Details: Course covers basic strokes, kayaking safety, and boat/ equipment selection. Ages 15+. $25/person. Registration required. Contact: 651-429-8007 anokacountyparks.com
ANNUAL SAFETY CAMP
When: 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 11 Where: Blue Heron Elementary School, 405 Elm St., Lino Lakes Details: Children entering grade 4 participate in sessions on bike safety, fi re safety, 911 procedures, water safety, electrical safety, outdoor safety, and fi rst aid, sponsored by local police and fi re departments. $25; registration required. Contact: 651-982-2440 or ci.lino-lakes.mn.us
STAND-UP PADDLE BOARD LESSONS
When: 3-4:30 p.m. or 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 11 Where: Centerville Beach Details: Class sizes are small and most of the time is spent on the water. Ages 15+. $20; registration required. Contact: 651-429-8007
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GRAND NATURE CREATIONS
When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday, Aug 12 Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: Grandparents and grandchildren ages 5+ play together in nature and make a one-of-a-kind keepsake. $30/adult and child; registration required. Contact: 651-429-8007 or anokacountyparks. com
FESTIVAL 5K RUN/WALK
When: 8 a.m. start Saturday, Aug. 13 Where: St. Joseph of the Lakes Catholic Church picnic pavilion, 171 Elm St., Lino Lakes Details: Familyfriendly fun run. Registration after Aug. 1 is $30. Contact: mystjoes.org
RICE CREEK FARM CAMP
When: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday, Aug. 15-Thursday, Aug. 18 Where: Wargo Nature Center Details: Children finishing grades 3-6 learn what it’s like to spend a week on a farm. $155/child Contact: 651-429-8007; anokacountyparks.com
CREATE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE
When: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday, Aug. 15-Thursday, Aug. 18 Where: Wargo Nature Center Details: Children finishing grades 4-6 can choose a variety of recreational activities and nature-based opportunities during the week, culminating in a Wilderness Exploration Day. $155/child Contact: 651-429-8007 or anokacountyparks. com
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TREASURE ISLAND BOAT CRUISE
When: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 18 Where: Meet at Lino Lakes Senior Center, 1189 Main St. Details: Day trip for senior citizens to Treasure Island includes boat cruise, buffet lunch, and casino entertainment. $61 includes transportation. Contact: 651-982-2445 or ci.lino-lakes.mn.us
FALL CONTAINER DEMONSTRATIONS
When: 5-6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 18 Where: Waldoch Farm, 8174 Lake Drive, Lino Lakes Details: Learn how to give containers a new look for fall with seasonally appropriate plants and get help with planting containers. No registration required. Contact: 651-780-1207; www.waldochfarm.com
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CIRCLE PINES MUSIC ON THE LAKE
When: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 18 Where: Golden Lake Park, 67 West Golden Lake Rd. Circle Pines Details: Lino Lakesbased Saints of Swing Big Band performs. Free swing dance lesson at 6 p.m. Contact: ci.circlepines.mn.us
CANOE AND KAYAK BY THE LIGHT OF THE MOON
When: 7:30-10 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 18 Where: Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Park Reserve, Centerville Beach, 73737 Main St., Centerville Details: Get out on the water to see wildlife, sunset and full moon. Space and boats limited. Ages 15+. $15/person. Registration required. Contact: 651-429-8007; anokacountyparks.com
Catholic Church, 171 Elm St., Lino Lakes
pig roast, concessions, games and fi reworks. Chicken Dinner and silent auction follows mass on Sunday at 11 a.m., along with climbing walls, inflatables, games, live music, food, Bloody Mary bar, raffles and more.
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SALSA MAKING DEMONSTRATIONS
When: 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20 and Sept. 3 Where: Waldoch Farm, 8174 Lake Drive, Lino Lakes Details: Step-by-step instructions for making salsa. $8/person; limited to fi rst 20 people who rsvp via phone or facebook. Contact: 651-780-1207 or www.waldochfarm. com
QUAD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS EXPO & ART FAIR
When: noon-4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20 Where: Lino Park, When: Dusk Thursday, 7850 Lake Dr., Lino Aug. 19 Lakes Where: Lino Park, Details: Vendors, 7850 Lake Dr., Lino exhibits and raffles. Part Lakes Details: Free showing of Blue Heron Days. Contact: on ‘Inside Out’, rated PG. quadchamber.org Bring blankets, lawn chairs, refreshments. Contact: www.ci.lino- YMCA SPLASH lakes.mn.us & DAISY DASH When: 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 20 BLUE HERON DAYS Where: Lino Lakes When: Aug. 19-21 YMCA, 7690 Village Dr. Where: Lino Park, Details: Fun run and 7850 Lake Dr. and duathlon swim event throughout Lino Lakes open to kids ages 5-12. Details: Street dance, Contact: 651-259-2121; parade, inflatables, www.linolakesymca.org kiddie carnival, petting zoo, business expo, family picnic, movie in SHAWN SILVERA the park, Quad Chamber ROTARY RUN business expo and art When: 8 a.m. fair. Saturday, Aug. 20 Contact: www. Where: Lino Lakes blueherondays.org City Offices/YMCA Details: 5K run/walk
LINO LAKES MOVIES IN THE PARK
in honor of fallen Lino Lakes officer Shawn Silvera. Part of 2015 Blue Heron Days Contact: www. blueherondays.org or www.shawnsilvera.org
PARENT’S NIGHT OUT
When: 4-8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20 Where: Lino Lakes YMCA, 7690 Village Dr. Details: Summer Olympics theme. Childcare and activities provided so parents can enjoy an afternoon/ evening out. $25; registration required. Contact: 651-795-9622 or ymcatwincities.org/ locations/lino_lakes_ ymca
GARDEN TOUR, CRAFT FAIR AND CORN FEED
When: 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 21 Where: Waldoch Farm, 8174 Lake Drive, Lino Lakes Details: Take a hayride to tour Kathy’s gardens, visit with artists and crafters, enjoy sweet corn, kettle corn and lemonade, visit the barnyard. Contact: 651-780-1207; www.waldochfarm.com
BIRDING FOR BEGINNERS
When: 8-10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 25 Where: Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Park Reserve, Heritage Lab Details: Guided walk around the diverse
habitats to see common species and possibly fall migrants. $5/person; registration required.
Class Reunions CENTENNIAL HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1966
When: 1:30-11:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 27 Where: American Legion Post 566, 7731 Lake Dr., Lino Lakes Details: $35/couple; $30/single. Potluck dinner; sloppy joes and wings provided. Contact: Karen: 651233-4685 or Nancy: 651470-7480
Ongoing LEXINGTON FARMERS MARKET
When: 3-7 p.m. Wednesdays through Oct. 5 Where: 4175 Lovell Rd., Lexington Details: Variety of locally grown produce and handmade goods. Sponsored by the Lexington Fire & Rescue Auxiliary.
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day Saturday, Aug. 13 Where: Franconia Sculpture Park, 29836 St. Croix Trail, Shafer Details: Witness resident iron artists from around the world as they cast sculpture that takes up to 300 lbs. of molten iron to create. Bring a picnic. Free. Contact: 651-257-6668 or franconia.org
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ADULT SUNSET KAYAK
When: 6-8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 12 Where: Warner Nature Center, 15375 Norell Ave. N., Marine on St. Croix Details: Enjoy the delights of late summer as you paddle the calm waters of Lake Terrapin at sunset. Hear loons and see beavers. Instruction and all equipment provided. Registration required; $10/members, $12/non-members. Contact: 651-433-2427 or warnernaturecenter. org
ANTIQUE & CLASSIC BOAT SHOW
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games and inflatables, bingo, car show, food and merchandise vendors, fi reworks, live bands, Grande Parade, Booya, bean bag tournaments, softball tournaments, a water ball tournament between local fi re departments, and more.
When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 13 Where: Bayport Marina, 200 Fifth Ave. S., Bayport Details: Free familyfriendly event includes food trucks, vendors, antique and classic boats and more. Contact: 651-248-1039
When: 6-7:30 p.m. Thurs., Aug. 18 Where: Fillebrown House, 4735 Lake Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Annual free concert on the lawn of the historic Fillebrown House. Bring a picnic supper and lawn chair. Contact: 651407-5327 or www. whitebearhistory.org
SENIOR DANCE
When: 1-4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 19 Where: Forest Lake American Legion, 355 W. Broadway Details: Dances held the 3rd Friday of every month. $6/person includes lunch. Cash bar. Public welcome. Contact: 651-464-2600
STOMP OUT SUICIDE 5K RUN/WALK
When: 9 a.m. check-in Saturday, Aug. 20 Where: Goodview Park, 26000 Goodview Ave., Wyoming, MN Details: Run/Walk for awareness includes AAMODT’S APPLE hundreds of suicide HARVEST EGGFEST survivors, mental health When: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. advocates, families and Saturday, Aug. 13 friends. Live music, Where: Aamodt’s silent auction, raffle, Apple Farm, 6428 Manning Ave., Stillwater activities for kids, resource fair and food Details: Forty cooks stands. $25/adult; $15/ will compete for the children 16 and under. People’s Choice Award. Contact: Food available all day. stompoutsuicide.org/ Contact: 651-439-3127 events/2016-sos-5k
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Lake Fire Station 2, McKnight Rd. & County Rd. E Details: American Heart Association certified CPR class ofr health care professionals includes adult, child and infant CPR, AED, bag valve mask use and foreign body airway obstruction. RSVP. Contact: 651-429-8568 or cvoss@whitebearlake. org
FARE FOR ALL
When: 4-6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 24 Where: Forest Lake VFW, 556 SW 12th St. Details: Open to everyone to purchase fresh fruit, vegetables and frozen meat packages at a discounted price. Cash, credit cards and EBT accepted. Contact: fareforall.org
ST. PAUL HIKING CLUB
When: 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 28 Where: Sucker Lake Park parking lot, County Rd. F and Sucker Lake Rd., Vadnais Heights Details: 5 mile hike along Vadnais Lake takes appx. 1 ½-2 hours. Treats to follow at Panino’s in North Oaks. Contact: Nancy, 612584-8594
‘WHAT’S HAPPENING’ CALENDAR GUIDELINES
Anyone in the community may send us news of an upcoming local event. The calendar DETAILS: Events include a is reserved for secular medallion hunt, movie in the park, community events in photo contest, senior picnic, Lions CONTACT: 651-204-6000 or www. or adjacent to Press pig roast, kiddie parade, children’s cityvadnaisheights.com Publication’s coverage area. Priority is given to free or affordable events that are likely to appeal to a broad audience. Due entertainment Where: Centerville Where: Lino Park, to space limitations, Contact: www. Lake in Centerville 7850 Lake Dr., Lino there is no guarantee shoreviewcommunity Details: Members Lakes whether, when or for center.com of all ages perform Details: Zumba class how long submissions waterskiing tricks. Club led by YMCA instructor, will be published. also performs at summer runs through the end of ARTS IN THE PARK/ FILLEBROWN Submissions are subject festivals throughout the summer. No childcare FARMERS MARKET, HOUSE TOURS SQUARE LAKE state. available, but children FOREST LAKE FILM & MUSIC FESTIVAL to editing. When: 1, 2 & 3 p.m. Please include date, Contact: 651-983-0161 welcome to play in the Saturdays, Aug. 13 & 27 When: 5-9 p.m. When: 2 p.m.-midnight time, location, cost, brief park. Free and open to Where: Fillebrown Tuesdays, through Aug. Saturday, Aug. 20 the public. 30; Farmers Market only Hosue, 4735 Lake Ave., Where: Private hobby details, and contact PILATES IN THE PARK information for each Contact: 651-259-2113 White Bear Lake continues through Sept. farm, 13363 Partridge When: 5:15-6:15 p.m. event submission. or ymcatwincities.org Details: Visit the Where: Lakeside Park, Rd., Stillwater Tuesdays through Aug. Submission deadline 1879 lakeside cottage, Forest Lake Details: Features 16 is Wednesday prior to a true example of life Details: Concert local musicians and Where: Golden Lake SHOREVIEW the following weeks’ during the resort era in series, crafts and independent short Park Pavilion, 58 W. FARMERS MARKET publication. Call 651-407White Bear Lake. $5/ farmers market experimental and Golden Lake Rd. When: 3-7 p.m. 1226 with questions. adults; $3/12 and under; Contact: 651-209-9723 animated fi lms. Family Details: Conditioning Tuesdays, through Sept. Email: calendar@ or www.forestlakeparks. WBLAHS members friendly. class focuses on body 20; 3-6 p.m. Sept. 27-Oct. presspubs.com free. Tours last appx. net Contact: 651alignment, breathing 18 Mail: 1 hour. Reservations 204-0775 or www. and core conditioning. Where: Shoreview Press Publications recommended. sqaurelakefestival.com Registration required. Community Center NEIGHBORHOODS Attn: Calendar Contact: 651-407-5327 Contact: isd12.org/ lower level parking 4779 Bloom Ave. or whitebearhistory.org community-education lot and pavilion, 4580 HEALTH CARE NEARBY White Bear Lake, MN Victoria St. N. PROVIDER CPR 55110 Details: Check ZUMBA IN THE PARK RESIDENT ARTIST When: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. out new amenities, HOT METAL POUR Saturday, Aug. 20 When: 9:15 a.m. TuesSHOREVIEW FRIDAY weekly themes and live NIGHT FLIX Where: White Bear days through Aug. 30 When: Throughout the County Road F. in Vadnais Heights
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A classic lesson If you happened to see the 2009 British Open at Turnberry, you witnessed one of the most amazing feats ever in the history of golf. Tom Watson came ever so close to winning one of the majors, and at 59 would have been the oldest (by 10 years). He bogeyed the last hole and went on to lose in the playoff to Stewart Cink. If you’re like most people, you probably wondered how this guy, at this age, could perform at that level for four days. Was he longest driver? Did Tee time the he hit more greens than anyone else? with Fewest putts perhaps? The answer is no to all coach of the stats. Betsy Simply put, he was the best tactician on Larey a golf course that demanded the right club, the right shot, at the right time. When he was interviewed before the tournament he said that he had been working on his game plan, and he drew from the wealth of information that he had collected over the years playing links golf in the British Open. In case you hadn’t heard, he won that tournament five times. I distinctly remember you could not tell how he was playing because the look on his face never changed. Good shot, bad shot, any shot it never changed. So if you’re preparing to play in
your season ending tournament this month, what could you take Tom Watson’s masterful example of how to manage yourself on the course? First and foremost, you need to have a game plan. I’ve written before about playing tournament golf, and how it’s different than your normal round. To develop your game plan, you should start by knowing everything about your course. If you’re like most golfers, you probably hit the same shot with the same club from approximately the same place most of the time. Try playing a practice round and drop balls in places you’ve never been. Chances are you will hit different shots with different clubs compared to your normal round. How good are you at hitting a punch shot under a tree limb? I’ll bet you don’t practice that shot very often. During your practice rounds before the tournament, take along a small note pad and record all of your shots. Most people know if they tend to be long or short with approach shots. Do you know if your wedges and putts miss left or right? The second thing you need to do is to pay attention to your state of mind during your rounds. There are things you can do to help you stay positive and focused. Tom Watson has worked on breathing techniques to help him stay calm. If you’re feeling tension in your body when you stand over a ball, try inhaling and when you exhale, start your swing. Another technique you can use is to stand on one leg at a time with your eyes closed. Staying balanced
calms your brain as well as your body. My favorite for staying “in the zone” is to pick a song I like and start it as soon as I start my pre-shot routine. Your mind is too busy playing the song to be distracted by anything else. If you’re not playing well, switch to a different song and blame those bad shots on the wrong tune. Finally, nutrition plays a very important role in helping you maintain your energy level for 18 holes. You will not see Tour players (except John Daly) eating a hot dog at the turn. Stay away from red meat, candy bars and soda. Meat takes a lot of energy to process, and candy and soda is full of sugar (which causes a sugar high, and then a sugar crash). Do eat fresh and dried fruit, nuts, energy bars (without added sugar) and if you have to have a sandwich make it turkey. In addition, it’s critical to stay hydrated so drink plenty of water. I like Gatorade because it has electrolytes, which you need on a hot day. I hope this helps you in your quest for the club championship trophy. Betsy Larey is an LPGA Teaching Professional who has been working with adults and juniors for over 20 years. She has taught at the PGA Tour Golf Academy in St. Augustine FL, has been the Head Women’s Coach at Carleton College and Flagler College, and currently coaches the Girls Golf team at WBLAS. She is available for lessons at Keller Golf Course in St Paul and Shadow Ridge in Lino Lakes. You can reach her directly at betsylareygolf@gmail.com or call 651-470-2297. Follow her on Twitter: @ betsylareygolf.
Centennial VFW baseball at state
The Centennial VFW baseball team will open at the state tournament on Thursday in Fergus Falls, where 10 teams will duel in a double-elimination format ending Sunday. Centennial, coached by Michael Diggins, has a 27-4 record. Diggins said last week his team feels capable of beating anyone at state if they play like they are able. They placed first among 25 teams in District 7, whose champion almost always reaches the finals at state. The Cougars, making the program’s second state appearance, will open at 4 p.m. against the winner of New Ulm vs. Bemidji, who will play at 11 a.m. If the Cougars win, they will face the Luverne vs. Austin winner on Friday at 10 a.m. If they lose, they’ll play 12:30 p.m. Friday. Other first-round games will be Willmar vs. Hibbing and Mendota vs. Fergus Falls. The other qualifier is Foley, which will face the Willmar-Hibbing winner. Bruce Strand
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CENTENNIAL BASKETBALL REGISTRATION
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Go to www.centennialbball.org to enroll Registration opens August 1st through August 31st (Traveling) •September 27th (In-House) Traveling Basketball 4th-8th Grade Boys and Girls On line registration is open until August 31st: $160 due at registration with balance due on October 10th. Traveling uniforms will be handled separately. All new players to CBA and incoming 4th grades will need to order a jesrsey. 4th- 7th grade teams will participate in 9 tournaments from October to March On or before 8/31 • $305 / player, After 8/31 • $325 / player 8th grade (A & B) will participate in 10 tournaments with a paid coach hired by the CBA On or before 8/31 • $525 / player, After 8/31 • $545 / player 8th grade (C) will play in 9 tournaments On or before 8/31 • $305 / player, After 8/31• $325 / player All teams will practice 2 times per week
In-House Basketball 2nd-8th Grade Boys and Girls On line registration is open until September 27th: Registration fees are due at time of registration 2nd - 3rd Grade Boys and Girls (Fee includes uniform, 9 games & year-end tournament) On or before 9/27 • $150 / player, After 9/27 • $160 / player 4th - 8th Grade Boys and Girls (Fee includes uniform, 9 games & year-end tournament) On or before 9/27 • $160 / player, After 9/27 • $180 / player Year End Award Ceremony with Trophies for all Players Games are scheduled from December thru January on Saturdays and an occasional Sunday
Financial assistance is available and is subject to approval of the Finance Committee of the CBA. (Must apply by 8/29) Contact Financial-Aid@centennialbball.org for more information.
Games last one hour and teams will practice once a week for an hour
Please refer to our web site for any changes in schedules www.centennialbball.org
Financial assistance is available and is subject to approval of the Finance Committee of the CBA. (Must apply by 9/20) Contact Financial-Aid@centennialbball.org for more information.
Tentative Try Out Dates (Times TBD) Girls begin Sept. 18 Boys begin Sept. 25
Check the web site for which sessions players need to attend. www.centennialbball.org
Traveling Questions Contact: Jeff Wyffels at boys-traveling@centennialbball.org Chris Helvig at girls-traveling@centennialbbal.org
Paid referees to officiate the older grade games
Please refer to our web site for any changes in schedules www.centennialbball.org
In-House Questions Email: Shelly Namyst and Jason Lewis
CBAinhouse@yahoo.com
Any Parent interested in coaching an in-house or traveling team should fill out a coaching application ON-LINE. We do background checks on all potential coaches. All coaches need to take free Online concussion training to receive their concussion training certificate prior to the first practice. CBA Cougar Classic Tournament Boys November 12th – 13th Girls November 19th – 20th Businesses interested in sponsoring an in-house league team please contact email the CBA at centennialbball@yahoo.com
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AUGUST 9, 2016
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LEXINGTON FALL FEST September 17th 12:00-10:15pm
Join Us In The Grassy Area/Lot Along The Service Road Between Lake Drive & South Highway Drive From Restwood Rood To Woodland Road
FUN! FUN!
1PM ................................... Watermelon Eating Contest 2PM ........................................................ Doggy Parade 3PM .....................................................Dunk The Mayor 4PM .............................................................. Tug O War 5PM ......................................................Minute To Win It 6PM .................................. Street Dance Sponsored By Cowboy’s Saloon 10PM .......................................... Fireworks In The Park
PETTING ZOO PONY RIDES DUNK TANK CLOWNS
FARMERS MARKET CAR SHOW INFLATABLES BOUNCY HOUSE
VOLUNTEERS • SPONSORS • VENDORS WANTED
1ST ANNUAL
COWBOYS
GOLF
TOURNAMENT SAT. AUGUST 20TH SHOTGUN START 11AM $75.00/PERSON MAJESTIC OAKS • 4 MAN SCRAMBLE
• HOLE-IN-ONE COMPETITION
• CLOSEST TO PIN
2016 FEST BROUGHT TO YOU IN PARTNERSHIP WITH Lexington Firemen’s Relief Association
Your Logo Could Be Here Too If you would like to volunteer or help support this community festival please contact Heidi at 651-408-0242 or by email Manager@CowboysSaloon.com www.CowboysSaloon.com
JOIN KIA FROM K102 RADIO STATION
WEDNESDAY
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763-784-6560
$2 MILLER LITE TAPS OR BOTTELS
AUGUST 10TH 5:00PM-7:00PM
WIN TICKETS HERE!
LEXINGTON, MN
763-784-6560 3801 Restwood Road
1 Pair of Tickets Prized Every 30 Minutes!
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