Monday, March 4, 2013
Know someone who deserves a little recognition? Nominate them to be profiled as part of Eagan Patch's Community Spotlight series.
A volunteer who has left an indelible imprint on your organization. A high school athlete or academic deserving of recognition. A police officer, firefighter or EMT who went out of their way to help. A supportive local business owner. Every day, Eagan residents are taking action to make the community a better place. And Eagan Patch wants to recognize their efforts by kicking off a series of personal spotlights—short profiles highlighting an individual's outstanding contributions. To make this work, however, we need your nominations! Email Editor David Henke at david.henke@patch.com with a short message listing the first and last name of your nominee, contact information for that person and a brief description telling us why he or she …
Friday, March 1, 2013
Diana Fowls and Keri Johannes felt they had to do something about an unsightly park entrance. So they started a garden.
Overrun by weeds, the entrance to Blackhawk Park off Riverton Avenue in Eagan was an eyesore, according to neighbors Keri Johannes and Diana Fowls. So the pair, both avid gardeners who lived adjacent to the park, took matters into their own hands. Over the last four years, Johannes and Fowls have developed and maintained a substantial garden at the park entrance, investing hours each week weeding, watering, planting and pruning during the growing season. Their volunteer efforts attracted the attention of neighbors and park-goers, whose litany of compliments and thank yous are all the motivation this pair needs to continue their hard work. Their dedication and strong sense of community also caught the eye of Eagan resident Sarah Burrill, …
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Blackhawk Park
1629 Murphy Pkwy, Eagan, MN
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Tuesday, February 26, 2013
Make a difference locally as a member of the Airport Commission, Planning Commission, Energy and Environment Commission or other local governmental boards.
Follow Eagan Patch on Twitter | Like us on Facebook | Sign up for our daily newsletter | Blog for us Editor's Note: The following is a press release from the city of Eagan. Dan Johnson’s term as a member of the City of Eagan’s Advisory Airport Relations Commission is up and he plans to reapply. He says other residents should apply to serve on one of Eagan’s four advisory commissions or on the watershed management organization that Eagan, Inver Grove Heights and Mendota Heights jointly manage. No special expertise is needed, just a willingness to get involved to serve your community in a limited way. As Johnson sees it, that’s what helps keep Eagan great: “The City of Eagan is nationally recognized as a great place to live,” Johnson says. “…
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Eagan City Administration Department
3830 Pilot Knob Rd, Eagan, MN
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Saturday, February 23, 2013
The dance fitness party will be held on Sunday, March 10 at the Eagan Community Center.
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Saturday, February 23
Follow Eagan Patch on Twitter | Like us on Facebook | Sign up for our daily newsletter | Blog for us Get your work out on for a good cause at 1 p.m. on Sunday March 10, as the Eagan Community Center hosts a charity Zumbathon benefitting the Eagan Foundation. The event begins at 1 p.m., with a 30-minute youth "Zumbatomic" dance aerobics session for 4-year-olds and up. At 1:30 p.m., teens and adults can join the dance party and work out under the guidance of instructors while a DJ spins tunes. The fee for the event is $10 in advance for adults or $5 for youth 4-12. Fees the day of the event are $12 for adults and $7 for youth. All of the proceeds will go to the Eagan Foundation to support Eagan youth. Advance tickets can be purchased at the …
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Eagan Community Center
1501 Central Pkwy, Eagan, MN
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Thursday, February 14, 2013
Know someone who deserves a little recognition? Nominate them to be profiled as part of Eagan Patch's Community Spotlight series.
- VOLUNTEERS IN THE NEWS
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Thursday, February 14
Follow Eagan Patch on Twitter | Like us on Facebook | Sign up for our daily newsletter | Blog for us A volunteer who has left an indelible imprint on your organization. A high school athlete or academic deserving of recognition. A police officer, firefighter or EMT who went out of their way to help. A supportive local business owner. Every day, Eagan residents are taking action to make the community a better place. And Eagan Patch wants to recognize their efforts by kicking off a series of personal spotlights—short profiles highlighting an individual's outstanding contributions. To make this work, however, we need your nominations! Email Editor David Henke at david.henke@patch.com with a short message listing the first and last name of …
Saturday, February 9, 2013
Make a difference in local government by volunteering for an advisory board.
Editor's Note: The following is a press release from the Dakota County Board of Commissioners. The Dakota County Board of Commissioners receives advice from a variety of volunteer committees and is inviting its residents to apply for an opportunity to make a difference in local government. Positions are available on the following citizen advisory committees: Dakota – Scott Workforce Investment Board Help oversee the activities of the Workforce Centers in Dakota and Scott counties. In partnership with the Dakota County Board, determine methods and delivery systems to assure the best mix of programs and services for eligible citizens of both counties. The board meets monthly on the third Friday in West St. Paul. Extension Committee Partner …
Monday, May 7, 2012
The school dad's club hosts fundraisers to benefit the booster club.
A group of Eagan fathers are working together to give back to the community through the Thomas Lake Elementary School Dad’s Club. “It’s an opportunity for participation for dads,” said Christopher Nelson, whose daughter attends second grade at Thomas Lake. “It feels like the right thing to do.” Nelson works with several other Thomas Lake dads to organize events and volunteer at school functions. All the proceeds from dad’s club events benefit the school’s booster club. The dad’s club movie nights, which take place two or three times throughout the school year, have been especially successful, with as many 120 students attending each one. Parents are able to drop off their children at school, and enjoy a night out, while the dad’s club …
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Thomas Lake Elementary School
4350 Thomas Lake Rd, Eagan, MN
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Thursday, April 26, 2012
The judges will help administer the primary and general elections during the 2012 election cycle.
The city of Eagan is looking for nearly 500 willing volunteers to serve as election judges at primary and general elections during the 2012 election cycle. In order to serve as an election judge volunteers must be eligible to vote, and be able to read, write and speak the English language. Volunteers cannot be the spouse, parent, child or sibling of an election judge serving in the same precinct or of a candidate at the election, or be a candidate in the election. This year, the primary election date is August 14 and the general election is November 6. Minnesota law allows election judges to be excused from work to serve as an election judge without loss of pay, but the employee must provide his or her employer with a 20-day written notice…
Monday, January 16, 2012
Almost 50 kids are waiting for mentors through the organization Kids 'n Kinship.
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Monday, January 16, 2012
First name: Michelle Age: 5 Interests: Michelle likes to swing and go down slides at the park and play soccer. Personality: Michelle is fun and funny; she is outgoing and energetic and she takes dancing lessons. Goals: Michelle would like to learn to read. Looking For: A couple or a family as mentors. For More Information: Michelle is one of almost 50 children waiting for a mentor through Kids ‘n Kinship, a private nonprofit serving Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan, Farmington, Lakeville and Rosemount in Dakota County for 39 years. If you're interested in becoming a mentor, you're invited to attend an information session from 6 to 6:45 p.m. Jan 31 at the Wescott Library in Eagan. Mentors can volunteer as individuals, couples, or families …
Friday, June 3, 2011
Community groups and city departments tell and show their stories to a large crowd of adults and children in the Eagan Showcase
There were K-9 dogs to watch, faces to be painted, fire and police vehicles to explore and lots and lots of people to meet. Showcase Eagan drew a large and happy crowd Thursday to its citywide open house, which is held once every two years. More than 60 community and civic organizations, city government departments, local non-profits, associations, churches and other groups set up shop for an afternoon in one half of the Eagan Civic Arena. The organization representatives were eager to tell their stories, answer questions, or even better, attract new volunteers. Kids activities reigned in the other half of the arena, with free food, games, face painting, balloon art and several demonstrations by local dance groups. Outside visitors could …
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Eagan Civic Arena
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Jennifer Simonds
11:57 am on Saturday, March 2, 2013
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