Sunday, May 19, 2013
Here are the latest posts from Eagan bloggers.
At Patch, we care about what you have to say in your community. Every week we will be recognizing our bloggers on Eagan Patch, from cooking enthusiasts to local business owners, and everyone in between! If you’re interested in becoming a Local Voice on Eagan Patch, email Hannah Gruber at hannah.gruber@patch.com Homemade Ricotta Cheese Recipe from Diane’s Food Blog Homemade ricotta cheese is surprisingly easy to make, and after tasting it, you will never want to go back to those supermarket brands in plastic containers. (Diane Fluin) Great Tax Assistance is Available from the IRS….Take Advantage ! Tax assistance is available from the IRS…. (South Metro Score) Getting Organized: Choosing the Right Business Structure There are many ways to …
Thursday, May 16, 2013
Gov. Mark Dayton’s signature Tuesday didn’t end the heated debate around same-sex marriage.
Whatever side of the debate you fall on, there’s no denying that this week’s passage of a bill legalizing same-sex marriage was a historical moment. Minnesota became just the 12th state to sanction gay marriage when Gov. Mark Dayton signed the bill Tuesday. Patch readers quickly wrote in to share their thoughts on the moment. Eagan Patch reader Kathi Malone echoed the view of legislators who voted yes in seeing same-sex marriage as a civil right: I am so happy that finally gay people will be able to have the civil right to marry. This is truly an American vote for freedom. I applaud Sen Clausen and all other legislators who voted for this historical bill. James N added: Thank you Senator Carlson and the entire MN legislature for extending …
Sunday, May 12, 2013
Here are this week’s posts from Eagan bloggers.
At Patch, we care about what you have to say in your community. Every week we will be recognizing our bloggers on Eagan Patch, from cooking enthusiasts to local business owners, and everyone in between! If you’re interested in becoming a Local Voice on Eagan Patch, email Hannah Gruber at hannah.gruber@patch.com Law as a Magic Elixir The Safe and Supporting Minnesota Schools Act crystalizes why legislation goes wrong. (Donald Lee) Spring Clean Your 401(k) You can Spring Clean your 401(k) too! (Ric Lager) The Child Victims Act A legislative update from Rep. Sandra Masin. (Sandra Masin) The Benefits of Cross Training During Minnesota Spring Brigitte Koepke, Lead Instructor at Fusion Yoga in Eagan, talks about the ups, downs, ins and outs of …
Wednesday, May 8, 2013
Eagan Patch needs a new banner photo, and we're looking for suggestions or pictures from the community.
Calling all amateur and professional photographers! In a few short weeks, Eagan Patch will be transitioning to a new website format—one that will have all kinds of benefits for our local readers and users. As part of that transition, I'm looking for one or more iconic Eagan images—photos of scenes, people or locations in the city that would be instantly recognizable for all our local readers. Post your high-quality images of the city to Patch by pressing the 'Upload' button on this page, or email them to me at david.henke@patch.com. I'll look over the submissions, and may choose one or more of your photos to serve as a banner image at the top of our home page. If you're not a photographer, but still want to participate, email me with …
Sunday, May 5, 2013
The state dropped two spots in the League of American Bicyclists’ annual rankings.
(Editor's Note: The map above was created by the League of American Bicyclists.) Minnesota is still among the top states in “bike friendliness,” but its ranking fell a couple notches in 2013, according to the League of American Bicyclists. The state was ranked fourth this year, down from second in 2012. It ranked high in legislation and enforcement, policies and programs and education and encouragement. But it was middle of the pack in infrastructure and funding and lower tier in evaluation and planning. Minnesota was also missing three of the league’s “Top 10 Signs of Success: Use the map above to see how Minnesota compares to other states in the various categories. Do you think Minnesota needs to do more to support cycling? Share your …
Thursday, May 2, 2013
Where do you go when you want to relax with a drink and soak in some sunshine?
It looks like Old Man Winter has finally been banished back to the far north, and Eagan's bars and restaurants are already rolling out umbrellas, outdoor tables and even sand volleyball courts. Where do you go when you want to relax with a drink and soak in some sunshine? Vote in our poll, then tell us why you chose that restaurant by posting in our comments section. Didn't see your favorite choice in the poll below? Let us know and we'll add it.
Saturday, April 27, 2013
Whether it's being the first in your family to graduate college or raising money for a local cause, tell us your stories. Sponsored by Grape-Nuts.
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Saturday, April 27
In honor of the 60th anniversary of Sir Edmund Hillary’s historic scaling of Mount Everest, Patch is asking our readers across the country: What’s the biggest challenge you’ve ever had to overcome? Have you kicked your smoking habit or finished a triathlon? Or maybe you made your final student loan payment, defeated cancer, lost 50 pounds or learned to knit. From everyday to extraordinary, please share your stories of the mountains you've conquered in the comments section below. You’ll not only inspire others, but also earn some well-deserved kudos! Tell Us: What’s the biggest challenge you’ve ever had to overcome? Share your story in the comments section below. About this sponsorship: Patch has teamed up with Grape-Nuts cereal on this…
Thursday, April 25, 2013
Find movie reviews and showtimes for theaters in Eagan.
Editor's Note: All reviews and information aggregated from Moviefone and RottenTomatoes. Want to catch a movie this weekend? Here's Patch's roundup of movies playing at the theaters in the Eagan area: the Regal Eagan Stadium 16, Apple Valley’s Carmike Cinema and Great Clips IMAX Theatre at the Minnesota Zoo. Pain & Gain One sentence plot: Based on the unbelievable true story of a group of personal trainers in 1990s Miami who, in pursuit of the American Dream, get caught up in a criminal enterprise that goes horribly wrong. Rotten Tomatoes viewer score: 96 Rotten Tomatoes critic score: 50 Reviews: "It all leaves you pondering whether you have just seen a monumentally stupid movie or a brilliant movie about the nature and consequences of …
Thursday, April 18, 2013
Find movie reviews and showtimes for theaters in Eagan.
Editor's Note: All reviews and information aggregated from Moviefone and RottenTomatoes. Want to catch a movie this weekend? Here's Patch's roundup of movies playing at the theaters in the Eagan area: the Regal Eagan Stadium 16, Apple Valley’s Carmike Cinema and Great Clips IMAX Theatre at the Minnesota Zoo. Oblivion One sentence plot: On a spectacular future Earth that has evolved beyond recognition, one man's confrontation with the past will lead him on a journey of redemption and discovery as he battles to save mankind. Rotten Tomatoes viewer score: 98 Rotten Tomatoes critic score: 59 Reviews: "When you go to a futuristic, dystopian, post-apocalyptic barn dance starring Tom Cruise and his space guns, you expect a little zap with your …
Sunday, April 14, 2013
Tell us what you think of the products and services at Erik's Bike Shop in Eagan by posting a review to our online business directory.
Mike Hindin
2:50 pm on Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Orono posted: 2:23 pm on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 "Mike H... Why does someone need to stand WITH you. Cant you stand up all by yourself? I realize this is a rhetorical question. You have no interest in being the victim you just need others to be. So big man, you would just watch as someone is being picked on. How kind you are. Every man for himself is the law of the jungle. We chose to live in … more ›