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This month's newsletter contains information about a wide variety of events, an informative presentation about refugees, and some local program information that may be new to you. The purpose of this communication is
to build greater awareness and connection to local resources. If you have suggestions, content you would like included in the future, or if you do not want to receive this e-newsletter, please contact me directly.
Regards,
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Molly Patil
Family Resources Specialist
Eden Prairie Schools - Community Education
952.975.6942
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EDEN PRAIRIE COMMUNITY HOUSING FORUM: TOMORROW! 4.20.17
Join us for an educational session on the decline of naturally occurring affordable housing in the metro, what the City of Eden Prairie is doing to address these challenges, the effects on our neighbors, and how we can get engaged as a community. The event is free and open to the public and will take place on Thursday, April 20th from 6:30 - 8:30 pm in the East Commons at Eden Prairie High School.
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FRIDAY FUN DAY & RESOURCE FAIR: 4.21.17
Join us Friday, April 21st from 5 - 7 pm for a free night of family fun at Little Eagles Preschool Lower Campus (8100 School Road) featuring a vehicle fair, games, open gym and playground access, face painting, food trucks and more. Chat with local service providers and learn about a variety of different programs at the resource fair. All are welcome. Registration is NOT required.
Click
HERE
for more.
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ABOVE & BEYOND AWARDS DINNER: 4.25.17
This event, which is open to the community, recognizes seniors who go "above and beyond" during their high school experience. Reception starts at 6:00 followed by dinner at 6:30 and a program at 7:30. Meal cost will be $25 for an Italian buffet dinner catered by Buca. Click
HERE
to learn more and purchase tickets.
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THE GIVE GATHERING: 4.27.17
The first annual GIVE Gathering will be Thursday, April 27th from 6 - 8 pm at the Education Center. This event will serve as a volunteer fair by connecting community members to volunteer opportunities, as well as a free professional development opportunity for volunteer coordinators/managers. Help spread the word to those looking to give back! Register your organization and learn more at
www.edenpr.org/GIVEgathering.
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EP GIVES FUNDRAISER: 4.29.17
The annual EP GIVES event, which raises funds for the Eden Prairie Community Foundation, will be on Saturday, April 29th from 6:00 – 11:30 pm at the Oak Ridge Hotel and Conference Center. More information and tickets are available at www.epcommunityfoundation.org
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EDEN PRAIRIE ARBOR DAY WALK & GREEN FAIR: 5.6.17
Celebrate Arbor Day with a walk around Staring Lake. Also, check out a variety of green-themed vendors and free activities. The event runs from 9 am - noon. For more information, click HERE.
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FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALE: 5.4.17 - 5.6.17
The Friends of the Eden Prairie Library will be holding a book sale on May 4th, 5th, and 6th at the Eden Prairie Library. Books of all kinds, including many children's and family books, will be available for purchase at very minimal cost. All the money raised goes to the Eden Prairie Library to help the many programs and services they provide our community. Visit the Family Resource Program Calendar to view more details.
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DENTAL CLINIC: 5.17.17
myHealth for Teens & Young Adults in Hopkins is hosting a low-cost dental clinic for children, teens, young adults, and pregnant women on Wednesday, May 17th from 9 am - 4 pm. Though Children's Dental Services accepts all forms of insurance, an income-based sliding fee scale will be used to determine costs. View the flyer
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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT IMPACT COUNCIL MEETING: 5.18.17
The next meeting of the Community Engagement Impact Council (CEIC) will be on Thursday, May 18th from 4:00 - 5:30 pm at the Eden Prairie Library. Learn more about the CEIC
HERE.
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CAR SEAT CLINIC: 5.20.17
Stop by this free clinic at Fire Station 1 (14800 Scenic Heights Road) on Saturday, May 20th from 9 am - 2 pm to have your child's car seat checked for proper installation by a certified car seat technician with the Eden Prairie Police Department. No appointment needed! Bring your manual. Click HERE for more.
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PROP OFFERS YOUTH ACTIVITIES SCHOLARSHIPS
PROP in Eden Prairie provides scholarships that allow children and youth ages 0 – 18 to participate in a number of community activities, such as sports, camps, music lessons, and academic enrichment programs. To learn more or apply for a scholarship, call PROP at 952-937-9120 and ask for a case manager. Applicants must have a demonstrated financial need.
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PARTNERSHIP FOR DRUG-FREE KIDS PARENT HELPLINE
April is Alcohol Awareness month, and tomorrow (4/20) is notoriously known as celebration of marijuana. This time of year is often when underage drinking and drug use peaks. While most young people are making good decisions about drugs and alcohol, getting help as soon as possible for those who do use can make a big difference. Parents or other concerned adults can access free coaching and guidance from trained professionals Monday through Friday between 8 am - 4 pm by calling 1-855-DRUGFREE (1-855-378-4373) or via live chat online. Learn more at www.drugfree.org
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REFUGEE 101 PRESENTATION SLIDES NOW AVAILABLE
Patricia Fenrick with the MN Department of Human Services Refugee Resettlement Programs Office recently delivered an informative presentation regarding refugees and the resettlement process many of our neighbors have endured. View the presentation slides
HERE.
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HELP NEEDED TO SURVEY EP COMMUNITY MEMBERS, STUDENTS, & FAMILIES
The Family Resources Program and Community Engagement Impact Council are hoping to survey as many people as possible over the next couple of weeks as part of our broader needs assessment effort to better understand the needs of individual families, the gaps in services in Eden Prairie, and families’ perspectives on our community’s strengths.
If you are willing to help administer the survey by hosting a collection box at your site, sending out the link, or promoting the survey, please contact Molly Patil.
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PROP NEEDS VOLUNTEERS
PROP in Eden Prairie has a variety of open volunteer opportunities. Learn by clicking HERE.
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HUMANS OF EDEN PRAIRIE PROJECT SEEKING VOLUNTEER PHOTOGRAPHERS/WRITERS
Volunteer photographers and/or writers are needed to capture portraits of community members for the Humans of Eden Prairie project being planned, which is inspired by the Humans of New York and other local photoblogs capturing the portraits and stories of people within the community. For more information, contact Ann Martinka at amartinka@hammer.org.
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www.edenpr.org/familyresources
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