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Home My WebLink About2009 - 08 AugMaplewood Monthly August 2009 City Newsletter Now Is The Time To Learn To Swim! The Maplewood Community Center is offering BIG SPLASH SAVINGS. Simply visit one of the following local businesses listed below to receive a BIG SPLASH coupon for up to $18.00 OFF a fall swim lesson registration. This offer is valid August 1 through September 11, 2009. Can you believe it? A highly rated swim lesson program for only $50.00? That is less than $7.00 for each class- the best price around for swim lessons! You must present the coupon at time of registration to receive the BIG SPLASH SAVINGS. The Maplewood Community Center offers over 500 Red Cross Swim Lessons for all ages. The zero-depth entry leisure pool is kept at a comfortable 87 degrees which creates a warm environment for your family’s swim lessons. After the lessons, don’t forget to enjoy the 120-foot twirling water slide and spraying fountains. Also, the last Friday of the month (except for October) the aquatic center is you’ve ever laid eyes on. (See page 14 for lesson dates & times) Where To Pick Up Your BIG SPLASH SAVINGS Coupon: Call 651.249.2230 for more thrilling details. 2 City News Visit the 11 Special Events www.maplewood.cmarket.com New to the Taste of Maplewood & Friends this year is the online auction! Bidding will begin at 8:00AM on August 7th and will 12 MCC conclude August 14th at 7:00AM. back to the community’s local Youth Scholarship Fund while enjoying a 13 Aquatic Programs fantastic purchase from a wide variety of auction items. There is something for everyone: Group Of 31Tickets to the Monday Night 17 Preschool Programs Vikings vs. Green Bay Packers Game, Autographed Justin Morneau Bat, Relaxing 19 Youth Programs 21 Adult/ Active Adult (55+) with Vouchers, Saints North Party Package, Luau Birthday Bash at the Maplewood Community for 30 Friends Anywhere In The Twin Cities, Personal Tax Preparation, Sylvan Learning Gift 23 Racquet Sports & CPR 24 Holiday Lose2Win opportunity to bid. Take a look at all the items today at www.maplewood.cmarket.com . Call 651.249.2124 for more information or to donate your item today. (See the Taste Event Guide inside for more details) 25 Fitness Programs Diana Longrie: Mayor 651.774.1490 diana.longrie@ci.maplewood.mn.us Kathleen Juenemann: Councilmember 651.771.3670 kathleen.juenemann@ci.maplewood.mn.us Will Rossbach: Councilmember 651.779.0220 will.rossbach@ci.maplewood.mn.us Erik Hjelle: Councilmember 651.714.8588 erik.hjelle@ci.maplewood.mn.us John Nephew: Councilmember 651.776.5963 john.nephew@ci.maplewood.mn.us Jim Antonen: City Manager 651.249.2050 jim.antonen@ci.maplewood.mn.us Frequently Called Numbers Maplewood Meeting Schedule City Council: Monday, August 10 & 21 at 6:30PM Maplewood City Hall General Information 651.249.2000 Monday - Friday: 8:00AM - 4:30PM Saturday: 8:00AM - 12:00PM Environmental & Natural Resource Commission: Monday, August 17 at 7:00PM Maplewood Community Center Registration 651.249.2230 Citizen Forum: Saturday, August 1 at 10:00AM Customer Service 651.249.2230 Admissions 651.249.2210 Theater/Banquet Room Information 651.249.2103 Planning Commission: Tuesday, August 4 & 18 at 7:00PM Group Information 651.249.2203 Historical Preservation Committee: Thursday, August 20 at 7:00PM Birthday Party Information 651.249.2203 Aquatics 651.249.2206 All City Council and Commission meetings are broadcast live on Channel 16 and are rebroadcast on a schedule that is posted at www.ci.maplewood.mn.us. Child Care 651.249.2218 Any meeting cancellations are posted on the City’s website. Fitness 651.249.2207 Maplewood Recreation General Information 651.249.2124 Maplewood Nature Center General Information 651.249.2170 Code Enforcement Online: Go to www.ci.maplewood.mn.us and click on “Report A Violation” on the right-hand side of the home page. one! We Have The Tools & Experience Needed For A Job Well D (651) 777-0111 or (612) 750-4500 www.andrusbuilt.com ANDRUS HOMES MN License #20081470 WI License #898705 City of Maplewood 1 August 2009 Program Registration Options Register for most classes online today at www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com or: Visit Us: By Phone: At MCC Customer Service MCC/P&R Programs Monday: 9:00AM - 7:00PM Tuesday - Friday: 9:00PM - 5:00PM Nature Center Programs Saturday: 9:00AM - 12:00PM 651.249.2170 (For free programs only) To register for nature center programs, mail or drop off check to Maplewood Nature Center, 2659 E. 7th St. Call 651.249.2170 to register for free programs. Advertise with us ! Make a statement in your community. Inside: Maplewood Community Center & Recreation Programs Maplewood Monthly Reach over 18,200 homes, businesses, and August 2009 City Newsletter Surf In With Savings Now Is The Time To Learn To Swim! The Maplewood Community Center is offering BIG SPLASH SAVINGS. Simply visit one of the following local businesses listed below to receive a BIG SPLASH coupon for up to $18.00 OFF a fall swim lesson registration. This offer is valid August 1 through September 11, 2009. Can you believe it? A highly rated swim lesson program for only Newsletter. Your target market! The entire $50.00? That is less than $7.00 for each class-the best price around for swim lessons! You must present the coupon at time of registration to receive the BIG SPLASH SAVINGS. The Maplewood Community Center offers over 500 Red Cross Swim Lessons for all ages. The zero-depth entry leisure pool is kept at a comfortable 87 degrees which creates a warm environment for your family’s swim lessons. After the lessons, don’t forget to enjoy the 120-foot twirling water slide and spraying fountains. Also, every last Friday of the month (except for October) the aquatic center newsletter is featured on the city website. Where To Pick Up Your BIG SPLASH SAVINGS Coupon Maplewood City County Credit Union, Maplewood Kindercare, Maplewood TGI Fridays, Maplewood Event Guide Inside! Baker’s Square, Gulden’s Restaurant in Maplewood, Perkins off North St. Paul Road, Playschool For more information, contact Heidi Carey at 2 City News Place Your Bid And Swoop Up A Bargain 11Visit the Special Events www.maplewood.cmarket.com 12 Bidding will begin at 8:00AM on August 7th and will MCC conclude August 14th at 7:00AM. 651.249.2021 or heidi.carey@ci.maplewood.mn.us. back to the community’s local Youth Scholarship Fund while enjoying a 13 Aquatic Programs fantastic purchase from a wide variety of auction items. There is something for everyone: 31 Group Tickets to the Monday Night Vikings 17 Preschool Programs vs. Green Bay Packers Game 19 Youth Programs Thank you to the advertisers who support 21 Adult/ Active Adult (55+) Vouchers, Saints North Party Package, Luau Birthday Bash at the Maplewood Community Did Your Know That The Maplewood Community 23 Racquet Sports & CPR Allen, Minnesota Twins Tickets (right behind home plate), And Much More! Don’t miss your 24 Holiday Lose2Win opportunity to bid. Take a look at all the items today at www.maplewood.cmarket.com . this publication! inside for more details) 25 Fitness Programs Center Offers Homeschool Programs? Fall Sessions Starting Wednesdays, Mid September 1:00 - 3:00PM Thank You Kline Volvo of Maplewood A Maplewood Community Center membership is not required to participate. Call 651.249.2230 Maplewood for their generosity in loaning two of their cars for use to register or for more information. An Evening With Billy McLaughlin And Guests 2 City of Maplewood City of Maplewood August 2009 August 2009 August 2009 Occasionally, citizens look to the mayor or the council to address city employee matters. Occasionally, citizens may hear individuals accuse Greetings! As a child, summer was a favorite time of year for me. certain council members or the mayor of terminating past Maplewood However, by the time August rolled around, my thoughts turned to city employees. However, more and more of our citizens are coming to realize that as a result of Maplewood being a plan B city, organized busy planning next year’s city budget.under MN Stat. §412.611, that all city staff employment questions they may have should be directed to the City Manager – the person with CITY BUDGET PLANNING FOR 2010 the real authority to evaluate staff, terminate city workers or manage On June 22, 2009 the City Council took the lead by passing a motion the day-to-day affairs of the City. to freeze the cost-of-living increase scheduled for the 2010 council PUTTING THE PUBLIC BACK INTO ‘PUBLIC’ POLICY salaries by unanimous vote. The action item was placed on the agenda by Council member Hjelle. The annual pay for the position of As I understand it, Maplewood was originally organized using the city mayor is approximately $12,300 while council members receive an manager chain of command model back in the late 50’s to provide annual salary of approximately $10,800. In comparison, the City for the day to day management of the city by a city manager similar Manager earns $130,600 and the Assistant City Manager earns to a CEO while the part time council met twice a month to ratify the $120,536. Also on the June 22 agenda was Council member Hjelle’s expenditures, address development matters, create public policy and proposal that each council member take a 50% pay cut. Although approve an annual budget. council members weren’t on board with Council member Hjelle’s proposed 50% cut to their minimal salary, all indicated they were open Today, however, Maplewood is much more than the home of to a pay cut paralleling what city employees may have to suffer in family truck farms and a few new subdivisions. The complexity of contract negotiations this summer. our community has become more diverse and multi-faceted. More citizen and council involvement in setting the policy and direction of On July 6, 2009, a workshop was held where the City Council met Maplewood’s future is called for. The struggle I see our City wrestling with City Manager Jim Antonen about possible adjustments to our with is determining the degree to which citizens can be, and should be, involved when the council creates public policy or determines City the projected 2010 shortfall of approximately $375,000. One option want and deserve greater access to much-needed information so they included a tax levy to reclaim the homestead credit already given to can make informed, balanced decisions; participate in the community homeowners. Other options included reducing program expenditures; mandatory employee furloughs; and deferring cost of living increases. balanced decisions on behalf of our community. Public involvement in creating public policy is critical. MAPLEWOOD – PLAN B CITY WETLAND ORDINANCE Maplewood is one of approximately 13 cities in the State of Minnesota that is organized under MN Stat. § 412.611 Council-Manager Plan. Under this plan, the council primarily determines ordinances, matters want a place at the table”, is the amending of Maplewood’s wetland of policy and votes on the City’s spending and annual property tax ordinance. Our Council over the past several months have had levy. The statute clearly states “the city manager shall be the head of numerous workshops and meetings to discuss proposed changes to the administrative branch of the government and shall be responsible the current wetland ordinance that was originally adopted in 1996. to the council for the proper administration of all affairs relating to Citizen involvement has been instrumental in our understanding of the the city.” Recently, I attended a conference sponsored by the issues created by the proposed changes and the impact on property Minnesota Association of City Attorneys in cooperation with the owners. League of Minnesota Cities. At that conference, they provided information to attendees that it is the City Manager’s purview to Presently, if a property owner has a wetland on their property and they have questions about what setback to comply with or what buffer width negotiation. Simply put, Maplewood’s overall administration of is required, they must turn to Maplewood’s current wetland ordinance day-to-day operations is based on a ‘chain of command’ model where - the Maplewood city manager is in charge. regulations is setting the requirements for the width of vegetative City of Maplewood 3 August 2009 buffers on the land surrounding wetlands and streams. These buffers At the time this article was submitted, only a partial tally of the help wetlands maintain their health and ecological value or function. completed surveys was available. However, with that said, the survey results as of July 1, 2009 are as follows: Question Total Responses % Yes %No % Unsure concerns voiced by citizens at the April 13, 2009 city council meeting. Please see the full on-line version of this article on the city web site Protect Preserves 74 83 13 4 to get a detailed list of those concerns and the new proposed Maple-Code Enforcement 65 72.3 12.3 15.4 wood buffer requirements.Jobs 74 81.9 6.9 11.2 Taxes 74 52.8 29.2 18 This ordinance change may particularly affect you if you live next to a One Trash Collector 65 16.9 69.2 13.9 Improve Bus Service 9 44.4 33.4 22.2 the June 1, 2009 workshop. Call City Hall: 651.249.2002. Order the Adequate Police Coverage 9 78 11 11 As an FYI, the questions pertaining to improving bus service/stops INFORMAL CITIZEN SURVEY and police patrolling evolved later in the survey process as a result of To better understand the needs and direction desired by Maplewood - citizens, taking time to speak with them is essential! In addition to cant enough to garner seeking public comment. speaking with citizens at the monthly Citizens’ Forum, I have been presenting an informal survey to citizens throughout Maplewood as I hope you have found this month’s Council Corner informative. My part of a 2009 citizen outreach initiative. This initiative is to clarify next opportunity to write in the Maplewood Monthly is the end of the what Maplewood issues should be on the Council’s priority “to-do” year. This is pursuant to the directive of the current council majority list. If I missed you and you would like to participate, please clip out (including Council members Rossbach and Juenemann) to eliminate the monthly Mayor’s column and limit the extent to which council 1321 Frost Avenue E., Suite A, Maplewood, MN 55109.members may write in our Maplewood Monthly to communicate with all citizens of our community. The questions are simple and straight to the point. Yes No As always, I welcome your comments and suggestions on all permanently protect our City’s Neighborhood Preserves from future matters. One and all are invited to attend the monthly Citizen’s commercial or residential development. Yes No Unsure - Code Enforcement should be a Hall in the Maplewood Room from 10:00 a.m. to noon or call me at City priority.651.214.0859 or email to mayorlongrie@yahoo.com. Yes No Unsure - I believe we should do more to encourage growth of good-paying jobs and businesses in Editorial Disclaimer: The views expressed are those of the author and Maplewood. Yes No Unsure - Property taxes are a big issue of Maplewood. for me. I wish the City would: ________________________________ ________________________________________________________ Offering More Healthy Snack Options Yes No Unsure - I think the City should mandate one designated residential trash collector. PROTEIN SHAKE LUNA BARS Yes No PROTEIN BARS BAKED CHIPS metro bus service to Maplewood and improving bus stops should be a CARROT DIPPERS AND MORE City priority. Finish your workout off right! Yes No Unsure - There is adequate police (651) 249-2230 patrolling of our neighborhood. Need additional information or comments? _____________________ Snackbar Hours M-F 5:30AM - 7:30PM _______________________________________________________ Sat. 6:00AM - 5:30PM Sun. 9:00AM - 5:30PM City of Maplewood 4 August 2009 When Missions Intersect By Jean Hartman, St. Paul’s Monastery & Michael Thompson, City Engineer numerous sub-contractors, the watershed district, a variety of City departments, commissions, and concerned neighbors, and it could have been a recipe for disaster. Instead, the missions permeated everyone’s work resulting in a campus that features a new spiritual home for the Sisters of St. Benedict of St. Paul’s Monastery, 48 affordable family townhomes and 40 future apartments for seniors through CommonBond, and a new location for Tubman that serves victims of domestic violence. The campus is about mothers, children, family and seniors; and trust. Every Monday, for almost a year, representatives of the above groups would meet to discuss the work of the last week and the plans for the upcoming week. Problems were win-win solutions for all parties involved. An update of construction activities was posted on websites, sent out to a neighborhood advisory committee and shared with everyone impacted by the construction process. The process culminated in a Grand Opening event on the corner of Century and Celebrating the dedication of Peace Pole on the campus are from Larpenteur Avenues on Tuesday, June 23. The event featured tours, and the Alliance; Sister Lucia Schwickerath OSB, prioress, St. Paul’s Monastery; dedication of a campus Peace Pole. The project, accomplished without government Paul Fate, president, CommonBond Communities; Sisters Margaret subsidy, enhances the City of Maplewood, making it an even stronger community. Volunteers Plant Demonstration Gardens planted a patio demonstration garden at the site with perennial By Dr. Julie Binko, Resident compost bin will be a paper and vegetable matter compost demonstration. Ramsey County is drawing up plans for a rain garden for the site and volunteers hope to plant the rain garden in July. All installations will eventually be labeled to educate people on best practices in gardening. Ramsey County is interested in working with the volunteers and the City of Maplewood to offer garden rental plots at the Extension site in 2010. In addition, City staff and Parks and Recreation Commissioners are reviewing possible city-owned sites for a community garden. A volunteer group working on community gardens has completed The City of Maplewood and the Ramsey County Master Garden- - ers have been great in sending volunteers and helping coordinate wood, Ramsey County, Ramsey County Master Gardeners, and others on this project. and the City has provided soil and mulch. Thank you everyone for all your assistance. Stop by the Barn and take a look at the future Volunteers installed two raised-bed gardens, a thriving zucchini beans, peas, zucchini, corn and okra pop up. The group also for more information. City of Maplewood 5 August 2009 Learn To Make Dirt, Not Waste By Composting Reduce your trash—and your trash bill—and create your own natural lawn and garden fertilizer! The Muscular Dystrophy Association Composting is a naturally SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 & 2, 10:00AM - 6:00PM occurring process that converts at three Maplewood locations: organic materials like food scraps and yard waste into a nutrient-rich soil amendment. By setting up a home composting system, you can reduce the amount of trash your household sends to conjunction with the Maplewood Fire Fighters will be producing a rich, safe soil the Boot” event August 1st and *MPP8LI and vegetable gardens &338 or houseplants. local services for the Twin Cities Chapter of the Muscular - less because they biodegrade. However, most people are surprised to “Fill the Boot” is a 50-year powerful contributors to greenhouse gas emissions. In the anaerobic tradition that began in Boston in - ane, a powerful greenhouse gas which has 23-71 times greater heat approached by a friend whose child was diagnosed with muscular trapping capabilities than carbon dioxide. neighborhood that year and collected over $5,000. Since that There is an alternative to wasting our food scraps—to make dirt, not humble beginning, the International Association of Fire Fighters waste. Composting your materials at home in your backyard, right at the source, directly reduces greenhouse gas emissions associated members of the International Association of Fire Fighters from clippings, you also produce a nutrient-rich amendment that is needed across the United States have raised over $300 million to support to maintain healthy and productive soil. To help YOU start composting, the city is offering the “Earth Machine” compost bins for the reduced price of $45.00 (normally retailing at $100). In addition, the Maplewood Nature Center will be offering two compost workshops: HOW TO COMPOST; TREAT FALL LEAVES AS A RESOURCE MONDAY, AUGUST 11 OR THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 7:00 - 8:00PM Leaves are a wonderful resource! Put them to work in your compost bin. Learn some tips and strategies about composting. This class is best for adults and youth 8 and older. Cost is $5.00 for the class, $45.00 for the bin, $50.00 for both. You do not need to take the class to get a bin. Visit the city website for registration forms, or just send your check to Maplewood Nature Center, 2659 E. 7th St., Maplewood, MN 55119. Indicate your preference for class, bin, or both. City of Maplewood 6 August 2009 Get Caught Recycling And Win $50.00 Stormwater Management is You may be the lucky winner of $50.00 if Everyone’s Responsibility we catch you recycling. Each month As a property owner, it is your address will be randomly selected. City responsibility to help staff will check to see if the residents at protect Maplewood’s that address have recyclables out on the water resources by curb by 7:00AM that morning. If they do, practicing healthy they win $50.00. It’s that simple. household habits that will help save Maplewood continues to be a committed and protect our water recycling community. Although the amount resources. of material recycled in 2008 was down slightly from 2007, almost 2,700 tons were recycled by Maplewood residents. surfaces such as driveways and sidewalks. Use a But more importantly, there was a 5% increase in participation from 67% of mulching mower and reduce your fertilizer use. residents recycling in 2007 to 72% participation in 2008. If you fertilize your lawn, look for a “0” in the It’s easier and more convenient to recycle if you have a red Maplewood middle number on the fertilizer bag. Phospho- recycling bin. To ensure that everyone who wants a recycling bin has the rous accelerates algae growth in our lakes and chance to get one, the City of Maplewood and our recycling partner, Eureka wetlands, degrading water quality and harming Recycling will be distributing bins during National Night Out on August 4. If your block is having an event and would like to have bins distributed to your 651.249.2400 to arrange for delivery on August 4. Bins are also available at surfaces. Use rain barrels to collect rain water for watering plants. Reduce the hard surfaces on your through Friday, 8:00AM to 4:30PM. property by replacing them with vegetation or rain gardens. Remember to Rethink, Reduce, Reuse and Recycle. If you don’t recycle, you - don’t win. And, neither does our environment. For more information, contact hold hazardous waste such as gasoline, paint, pesticides, antifreeze, motor oil and compact or go to www.co.ramsey.mn.us/ph for Ramsey County waste sight locations and schedules. On The Police Scanner thing only- storm water. The dumping of motor service. Included in this number were the following incidents: oil, antifreeze, leaves, grass and other illicit 26 Assault Cases discharges into storm sewers is not only illegal, 4 Robbery Cases it is polluting. If you are aware of an illicit 10 Burglary Cases 85 Theft Cases 21 Auto Theft Cases For more information go to www.ci.maplewood. 47 Theft from Vehicle Cases mn.us under Environmental & Natural Resources - City of Maplewood 7 August 2009 Council HIghlights Approved a resolution awarding the Lake Links Approved a resolution authorizing a request for state bonding Street Improvements to T.A. funds for the design and construction of a Regional Fire Training Schifsky and Sons in the Facility on property at Highway 5 and Highway 120. amount of $128,534.21. Approved a resolution to submit seven projects total- Approved and adopted the resolution of support for STP (Surface ing $163,900 for an Energy Transportation Program) Application for the Gladstone Area Efficiency and Block Grant. sidewalk and trail improvements. Approved a resolution adopting an ordinance establishing the Approved a resolution of support for the Maplewood Mall Transit Center Park & Ride located at the northeast corner of Southlawn Received a purchase agreement from Roadmaster of Castle Avenue. Approved the Lawful Gambling Premise License and Resolution Pencil In College Fair The Date! Saturday, September 26 12:00 - 4:00PM One-stop higher education resource - meet dozens of college reps and hear great guest speakers! MAPLEWOOD PET CARE CLINIC MAPLEWOOD PET CARE CLINIC Visit us for all your pet’s needs including: annual exam, vaccinations, dental procedures, spaying or neutering, laser surgery, grooming, boarding, and more! $25. OFF 00 AN OFFICE VISIT (651) 770-8373 Must present coupon at time of visit. www.maplewoodpetcare.com Offer expires September 30, 2009. City of Maplewood 8 August 2009 Pride of Maplewood Commission Corner: A Farewell To Past and Welcome To Each month, the City of Maplewood will be recognizing an New CDRB Members outstanding employee who goes above and beyond. This employee will be nominated by their fellow co-workers and will By Mike Martin, City Planner will be announced in the Maplewood Monthly. At the end of the Review Board. In May, the board said goodbye to two of its year, one Annual Pride of Maplewood recipient will be selected members, while welcoming two new members who have and recognized by City Council. This recipient will receive a volunteered their time to serve the City of Maplewood. plaque and a $100.00 gift card. for more than eight years – since March 26, 2001. Ms. Olson Congratulations to Terrie Rameaux, also served as the chairperson for the last three years. Her Human Resources Coordinator, for on the community design review board for the last two years – Maplewood Award recipient. of the board and his insight will be missed. Terrie joined the City of Maplewood in 1990 and was nominated for The Maplewood city council recently passed resolutions of Terrie Rameaux, Human Resources her knowledge, friendliness and appreciation for both of these outgoing members. The City of Coordinator & Edna Spangler, helpfulness. multiple years of service, hard work, and most importantly tak- Here is what some of her co-workers say about Terrie. ing time to serve their community. “Terrie goes above and beyond her job by giving assistance to employees when they have questions regarding any human appoint new members. Fortunately, the city received numerous resources issue.” process the council appointed two new members – Michael “Terrie does an amazing job coordinating all the interviews and Mireau and Jason Lamers. testing for department hiring.” Mr. Mireau has been a resident of Maplewood for more than a “Terrie assisted in the transition from one health insurance plan year and works as an architect holding a Masters in Architec- to another by using clear examples and answering all questions, and she has done it all with a smile.” has worked on several projects around the Twin Cities metro- politan area and his diverse skill set will be of great use while “Terrie is a great role model for the City of Maplewood.” reviewing projects for the community design review board. Thank you, Terrie for all your years of service to the City of Mr. Lamers has been a resident of Maplewood for more than a Maplewood employees. year. He recently graduated from the University of Minnesota with a Masters in Landscape Architecture with a focus in storm water design and function. Mr. Lamer’s educational and The City of Maplewood welcomes Mr. Mireau and Mr. Lamers dedicating their time to serve the community. More information about the community design review board can be found at *OFFER EXPIRES 9/30/09 www.ci.maplewood.mn.us. City of Maplewood 9 August 2009 By Margaret Behrens, Ramsey Conservation District Board Supervisor Dear Fellow Citizens together to accomplish the end goal of creating a smaller footprint on I would like to introduce myself. I am your elected Ramsey Conservation our environment. I would like to share one such success that may be insightful for all citizens and businesses that are considering elected official I work to resolve issues that affect the environment upgrading or enhancing their properties with water gardens, native impacting human and animal habitats; groundwater integrity; and air planting areas or even a vegetable garden. quality. I have found a product that I refer people to when they are investing Together with the staff at the Ramsey conservation district center I in projects as listed above: STEPS. STEPS, an award-winning ®® have been promoting awareness of what the district does. There are fertilizer created by a locally owned and operated company, is a two- many aspects of conservation and the environment that the district step fertilizer made from recycled organic ingredients and is 100% handles and assists with.eco-green! This new product is a specially blended ph balanced fertilizer is made from ground-up recycled material and is suitable One of the many programs where the conservation district works with for plants, trees, gardens, grass and flowers. STEPS contains no ® citizens is the NATURE Cost-Share Program:hazardous materials. I have been impressed with STEPS for many ® reasons: 1. The health and safety aspects of it. 2. The measurable The Native plant Alternative Toward Urban Restoration & Environment growth it brings to my plants 3. The potential it has of helping to program (NATURE) provides free technical assistance for protect our groundwater. To find out more about STEPS, click on ® restoration projects and up to 50% of eligible materials cost www.wipersrecycling.com. (maximum of $1000.00). Our children and our grandchildren are our future. I think it is safe Program Goals: to say that we all have the desire to restore and preserve our Program goals include; protecting surface and groundwater environment for them. More and more people and businesses are quality, increasing storm-water infiltration, increasing wildlife habitat discovering that there are many benefits to following Best and increasing diversity. Management Practices (BMPs) in all that we do and that the opportunities are almost endless. Not only do we get the If you are interested in seeing how this program may be useful to you environmental benefits and the personal satisfaction of doing the right and your needs, please call and speak with Ryan Johnson Urban BMP thing, but often our efforts may qualify for a cost sharing program or a Specialist directly at 651.266.7275 or email him at: ryan.johnson@tax break for doing good things to protect us all. Together we can all co.ramsey.mn.us.be good neighbors and stewards of the land. Ryan is a great advocate for clean water and native plants etc. He can Until next months issue, enjoy the weather and cherish life and assist you on planning environmentally wise projects and has a wealth everything around us. of other information on other programs or resources that may be of Editorial Disclaimer: The views expressed are those of the author and may interest or assistance. the City of Maplewood. community. They have many programs and many opportunities where citizens can volunteer and learn at the same time. I encourage they can do for you. The web site is: www.co.ramsey.mn.us/cd/ %JJSVHEFPI8VERWTSVXEXMSR *SV)ZIV]SRI 651.266.7272. Tom is a great person to talk with and he is an invaluable source of information. )RNS]EWEJIGSQJSVXEFPIVMHIMREQMRMFYW XLEX[MPPXEOI]SYER][LIVIMR2SVXL As a citizen representative, I strive to work together with the 7X4EYP1ETPI[SSHERH3EOHEPI communities that I represent while utilizing the many business and *EVIWKIRIVEPP]YRHIV citizens talents that exist. To that end, we can all work in partnership 'EPP2)78 City of Maplewood 10 August 2009 Maplewood Movie Night at the Farm Big Splash Event At Bellaire Beach FREE for all ages! FRIDAY, AUGUST 7 (FREE!) SATURDAY, AUGUST 22 Flotation Fun: 5:00 - 8:00PM Pre-show Activities: 7:30PM Limbo Contest: 8:15 - 8:30PM Movie: 8:30PM Movie: 8:30 - 10:00PM at the Bruentrup Farm Join the Maplewood Community Center aquatics staff for 2170 E. County Road D a Luau at Bellaire Beach! Enjoy free tropical punch Additional parking at KinderCare, 2036 E. Cty Rd D have our Magic Island in the water with tons of Enjoy the exciting story of Bolt at the inflatable tubes for you to relax and enjoy during original Bruentrup Farm. BOLT is the our first-ever beach flotation event. After floating, story of super-dog BOLT (voice of join us for a limbo contest and a movie in the JOHN TRAVOLTA), every day Lilo and is filled with adventure, danger and intrigue, at least until Stitchfree leis for the cameras stop. Bring the whole family and play games, the first 100 people at the purchase hot dogs, popcorn, pop, and cookies from the event. Bellaire Beach is located Historical Society. Cozy up to the toasty fire and enjoy the at the intersection of Bellaire and bug spray. Ave. and South Shore Blvd. Call 651.249.2206 for more information. FREE Family Movie Night FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 7:00PM AT CARVER COMMUNITY GYM 2680 Upper Afton Road Concessions will be made available in the gym. Film to be announced. SAVE THE DATE! Youth Dances FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 7:00-9:00PM FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4, 7:00-9:00PM AT CARVER COMMUNITY GYM 2680 Upper Afton Road w*))08,)(-**)6)2')x Concessions will be made available in the gym. BOOK YOUR RELAXATION VACATION TODAY. It’s Party Time At The Gyms! Carver & Edgerton 2 Exciting Packages 651.249.2230 2-Hour Rental, Balls, Hoops, & Parachute included in both. Additional Gym Rental also available. (651) 249.2124 City of Maplewood 11 August 2009 Note: The pool will be closed Sept. 6 - 11 for routine cleaning. It will reopen at 5:00PM on Sept. 11. Holiday ScheduleRent the Gymnasium or the Motion Zone at the Maplewood Community Center The Maplewood Community Center will be closed GYMNASIUM Does Your Fitness Center Offer More The Maplewood Community Center has a two court (one full) gymnasium which offers a great variety of options for your rental needs. Than 75 Group Fitness Classes Per Week? Each 1/2 court has three ball hoops and is lined for basketball, Spin, step, dance, or sculpt and rejuvenate with yoga at the volleyball, and badminton. Over 75 FREE classes per week Maplewood Community Center. MOTION ZONE are available to accommodate all schedules. NON-MEMBERS ARE Now offering a 1,316 Purchase a 10-Visit pass card for only $60.00 and square foot Motion Zone enjoy access to the entire facility. for your next event. Rent this great space (with SAVE BIG! wireless internet Now Offering $0 Initial Fee on capabilities) for Monthly Memberships educational needs, Hurry! Offer is only valid August 1-31, 2009 Call 651.249.2230 Today. tennis tournaments, birthday parties, boy/girl scout troop outings, team celebrations, or your next meeting! Cross Blue Shield, Health Partners, UCare or Medica insurance programs, your may qualify for up to $20.00 toward dues per month! Contact Recreation Coordinator, Neil Breneman at 651.249.2204 for more information. Sales tax will be assessed before the discount. Maplewood Community Center: 651-249-2230 12 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com Note: The pool will be closed Sept. 6 - 11 for routine cleaning. It will reopen at 5:00PM on Sept. 11. FALL MCC SWIM REGISTRATION IS GOING ON NOW! Pool Hours Now is the time to learn to swim. The MCC offers exceptional swim programs for all ages. Monthly pool and lap swim Maplewood lifeguards and water safety instructors are certified by the American Red Cross and calendars are available on our participate in regular in-service training updates. Course descriptions may be found on our website website at: www.maplewoodcom- at www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com. Please refer to the schedule on the following pages to munitycenter.com. Printed copies find the class that is right for you. All fall full session classes include eight lessons and cost may also be picked up at the $68.00 ($53.00 for MCC members). Semi-private lessons are available on Saturdays at a rate of admissions and customer service $115 ($90 for MCC members) per eight lessons. desks. Please note that pool hours vary during sessions of swim To register lessons; those changes are listed in 9:00AM - 7:00PM, Tuesday - Friday 9:00AM - 5:00PM, Saturday 9:00AM - 12:00PM). Online the pool and lap swim calendars. Or register by phone at 651.249.2230. Private lessons are also available by arrangement at a rate of $40.00 ($30.00 for MCC members) for one lesson, $152 ($112 for MCC members) for four lessons, or $288 ($208 for MCC members) for eight lessons. All private lessons are 30 minutes. To schedule your private lesson today, contact Ron at 651.249.2206 or ron.horwath@ci.maplewood.mn.us. Adult Only Swim Time Take advantage of the “Adult Only” swim times on Tuesdays and allowed in the lap pool during these times except on school release days. Adult non-members can pay the very low admission rate of $3 (plus tax) on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00 - 3:00PM. Some exceptions may apply. Surf In For BIG SPLASH Water Safety Aide Program SAVINGS! SATURDAY, AUGUST 29, 1:00PM - 6:00PM Check out the front cover for details. completed Red Cross Level 4 and are interested in being a volunteer aide for Maplewood Community Center swim lessons. For more information contact Ron at 651.249.2206 or at ron.horwath@ci.maplewood.mn.us. Join The Team! The City of Maplewood is looking for lifeguards and water safety an application, contact Ron Horwath at 651.249.2206 or ron.horwath@ci.maplewood.mn.us Maplewood Community Center: 651-249-2230 13 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com SATURDAY, AUGUST 22 8:30 - 9:30AM (AGES 6 - 11) 9:30 - 10:30AM (AGES 12 AND UP) This training is great for those planning a warm water vacation. popular destination such as Hawaii, Cayman Islands, or the Bahamas - the skills you acquire in this snorkeling class will enhance your enjoyment and safety in the water. Private snorkeling lessons may be arranged at the private swim lesson rate. For more information or to arrange a private lesson, contact Ron Horwath at 651.249.2206 or ron.horwath@ci.maplewood.mn.us. Aquatic Center Events Flotation Fridays FRIDAYS, AUGUST 28 & SEPTEMBER 25 5:00 - 8:00PM family! Cost is free to members and included in the price of daily admission for non- members. New! FREE Family Swim Time New! FREE Family Swim Time During the TUESDAY & THURSDAY 9:30 - 11:30AM Swim Lessons During the TUESDAY & THURSDAY 9:30 - 11:30AM Swim Lessons Parents, caregivers, and siblings of students enrolled in the Tuesday and Parents, caregivers, and siblings of students enrolled in the Tuesday and Thursday morning swim lessons will be allowed to swim in the leisure pool for FREE durThursday morning swim lessons will be allowed to swim in the leisure pool for FREE dur - ing lessons.ing lessons. Visit the Maplewood Online Auction at www.maplewood.cmarket.com to swoop up your family vacation bargains! You can preview the items today. Bidding will begin at 8:00AM on August 7th and will conclude August 14th at 7:00AM. on the auction 14 Maplewood Community Center: 651-249-2230 Maplewood Community Center: 651-249-2230 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com Maplewood Community Center: 651-249-2230 Beginning Tumbling Preschool Gymboree SESSION ONE: FRIDAYS, SEPTEMBER 18 - OCTOBER 30 THURSDAYS, OCTOBER 8 - DECEMBER 17 9:00 - 9:45AM (AGES 2 - 3) OR 9:45 - 10:30AM (AGES 4 - 6) 10:00 - 11:30AM SESSION TWO: SATURDAYS, SEPTEMBER 19 - OCTOBER 31 Preschool Gymboree is designed for children ages 1 - 5 9:00 - 9:45AM (AGES 2 - 3) OR 9:45 - 10:30AM (AGES 4 - 6) with energy to burn. Join us in the Maplewood Community These classes are designed especially for little ones to practice their coordination while learning to take turns, follow directions, mats, toys, and games - you bring the fun! Because this is interact with others and most importantly, have fun! They will not a structured program, children must be accompanied by an adult at all times and any outside equipment brought beams. All classes will meet in the MCC Motion Zone and cost along must be approved by the gym monitor. Cost is $3.00 $36.00 ($33.00 for MCC members). Registration deadline is one per child, per day for members and $4.00 per child, per day week before classes begin. for non-members. Jump castle is included in admission fee! Gym and Swim Young Rembrandts MONDAYS, SEPTEMBER 28 - NOVEMBER 2 5:30 - 6:30PM WEDNESDAYS, SEPTEMBER 23 - NOVEMBER 4 Give your energetic preschooler (ages 3 - 6) the opportunity to 5:45 - 6:45PM burn off some energy with gym and swim! Fun gym games Young Rembrandts teaches pre-school children the skills and plenty of splashing in the pool is bound to make for a necessary to draw more complex images. As pre-schoolers learn fun and fabulous day. Cost is $36.00 ($33.00 for MCC to draw and color with our step-by-step method, they develop members). Please have your child dressed with a swimsuit under their clothes. Your child must be picked up from the readiness and attention to detail. Participating in Young pool area within 15 minutes of the conclusion of class. Rembrandts’ creative and encouraging classes helps young children learn to follow directions, hold and use a pencil, and stay on task. Class will be held at the Maplewood Community Center and cost is $48.00 per session. Music Together Camp 1. WEDNESDAYS, SEPTEMBER 23 - DECEMBER 2 9:30-10:15AM OR 10:30-11:15AM 2. SATURDAYS, SEPTEMBER 26 - DECEMBER 5 TUESDAY - THURSDAY, 9:00 - NOON 9:30-10:15AM OR 10:30-11:15AM SESSION 3: JULY 28 - 30 3. SUNDAYS, SEPTEMBER 27 - DECEMBER 6 SESSION 4: AUGUST 11 - 13 4:30-5:15PM OR 5:30-6:15PM Our camps feature weekly themes, cooking, nature You’ll move, dance, sing, play rhythm instruments and receive activities, arts and crafts projects, swimming, games, free play, music, story time and more! Campers will and learning can continue at home. Music Together is for children have an opportunity to learn and play both indoors and from birth to age 6 and their accompanying adults. Class is held at the Maplewood Community Center and cost is $160.00 for is $50.00 ($45.00 for MCC members) and includes a camp t-shirt. Staff ratio is 1 staff for every 5 information visit www.MusicTogetherClasses.com or to register campers and is limited to 20 campers per session. call 651.439.4219. Call 651.249.2230 to register. Maplewood Community Center: 651-249-2230 17 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com Tots In Motion TUESDAYS, SEPTEMBER 15 - OCTOBER 20 5:15 - 6:00PM This class is designed for parents or grandparents and toddlers from walking age - 3 years old. Learn simple dance moves, activity and sing-a-long songs, and most of all, have MONDAY, TUESDAY, & WEDNESDAY a great time with your little ones! Cost is $36.00 ($33.00 for SEPTEMBER 14 - DECEMBER 16, 9:30 - 11:00AM MCC members). Class will meet in the Activity Room at the If your little ones between the ages of 3 - 6 love crafts, Maplewood Community Center. Your child will make new friends, learn new skills, and most Preschool Sports Spectacular importantly, have a great time! Sign up for one day or the WEDNESDAYS, OCTOBER 7 - NOVEMBER 11 whole week. Cost is $7.00/day ($5.00 for MCC members) or 5:15 - 6:00PM $18.00/week ($12.00 for MCC members). Pre-registration is required at least one week in advance of the class. Note: Par- offer you this fun and exciting class. You and your child ents do not need to stay at the MCC during our program but all will learn the ABC’s of beginner sports in a fun, participants must be potty-trained. informative and safe way with out the threat of competition. MCC Kids Club Fabulous Field Trips! time experience so that they continue in sports beyond the introductory level. Your child will be introduced to new sports/ activities each week. Parent must accompany child during class. Cost is $37.00 ($32.00 for MCC members). Community Center by 2:00PM. Parents are welcome to join us but must drive separately. Parents will also need to provide a car seat or booster for their children when appropriate. Join us for these great trips! Call 651.249.2230 to register. New! Preschool Gymboree Summer Fun TUESDAY, AUGUST 18, 6:30 - 8:00PM This is for all kids ages 1-5 with energy to burn and the grownups who love them! Join us in the Maplewood this great opportunity to play (grown ups too!) and make new not friends. Preschool Open Gym is a structured program and children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. If you bring outside equipment along, it must be approved by the gym monitor. Cost is $3.00 per child, per day for members and $4.00 per child, per day for non-members. Adults and children under the age of 1 are free. Jump castle is included in the cost of admission! Call 651.249.2125 for more information. Maplewood Community Center: 651-249-2230 18 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com Youth Fall Soccer – K-9th Grade Carver Community Gym The Maplewood 2680 Upper Afton Road in Maplewood Recreation This gymnasium facility offers four courts and is available for Fall Soccer Program offer Birthday Party options and special events. is designed to provide Carver Gym Jammers youth of all skill levels with an opportunity to participate in organized This alternative after school program is for grades recreational soccer. All participants will have an equal opportunity to play. Girls and boys both inside and outside with the major focus on fun. will play in separate leagues, except for the co-rec ages 4-8 league. Cost is $4.50/day per student. Reservations are required. Please register for the grade attending during the 2009-2010 school Call 651.249.2135 to register your child. year. The soccer season is scheduled to run from September to late Edgerton Community Gym format. For 3rd and 4th grade this will be a 10 game season. For all 1929 Edgerton Street in Maplewood other ages it will be an 8 game season with a two game guarantee This gymnasium facility is available for rentals, special end of the year tournament. Co-rec leagues cost $57.00 and all events, tournaments and youth Birthday Parties. Rental other leagues cost $62.00. Visit www.ci.maplewood.mn.us or call information is available on the website at 651.249.2230 for more information. www.ci.maplewood.mn.us or by contacting 651.249.2124. Adult Open Volleyball is held on Tuesday evenings from Red Cross Babysitting Class 6:30PM to 9:30PM. The entry fee is $4.00/person and pay- SESSION ONE: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 9:00AM - 3:00PM able at the door. SESSION TWO: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 9:00AM - 3:00PM This ever-popular After School Open Gym class is back! A Tuesday and Thursdays 3:30 - 5:30PM This program is an alternative after school program for youth Instructor will teach this hands-on course gym, and an emergency card is required. Fee is $3.00/person dealing with the chal- per day. Call 651.249.2124 for more information. lenges and rewards of caring for younger children. Students will Young Rembrandts learn and put into practice valuable concepts and problem solving skills and upon SESSION ONE: THURSDAYS, SEPT. 24 - NOV. 5 6:30 - 7:30PM appropriate for participants ages 11 and up and will meet in the MCC SESSION TWO: SATURDAYS, SEPT. 26 - NOV. 7 Activity Room. 6:30 - 7:30PM Students should bring a bag lunch or money for the MCC Concessions Counter. Class size is limited so please like perspective and how to use warm and cool colors to register early! deliver cool artistic affects. You will build artistic skills with step-by-step instructions from an enthusiastic and talented teacher. This class will expand your knowledge in art. Class will be held at the Maplewood Community Center and cost is $48.00 per session. Maplewood Community Center: 651-249-2230 19 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com Guitar Lessons TUESDAYS, AUGUST 25 - OCTOBER 6 Beginning Guitar (6:00 - 6:55PM) Level 2 (7:00 - 7:55PM) Continuing Guitar (8:00 - 8:55PM) FREE DEMO NIGHT, TUESDAY, AUGUST 18, 6:00PM Roby, a local musician is offering beginning, level 2 and continuing guitar lessons for children ages 10+ who want to learn to play guitar the easy way. Learn to play chords, your favorite songs and tune your guitar the easy way with easy to follow instruction! Participants are required to bring their own teacher will help you to simplify the art of playing. Have questions? Come 651.249.2230 to register. Youth Volleyball Volleyball - can you dig it? Join youth in grades Unleash Your Child’s Potential With The Power Of Martial Arts! Hear Your Voice, Find Your Little Canada, Oakdale and Stillwater for fun, Strength, And Become Empowered! yet competitive league play. Games are played The Maplewood Community Center and the The Edge Martial Arts, based on Saturday mornings and afternoons with one in Stillwater, Minnesota offer a great karate program for kids and adults of practice during the week at various locations. The REGISTER FOR 3 all ages. Cost is $60.00 ($45.00 for MCC members). season will concludes with an all day tournament MONTHS AND RECEIVE $5.00 OFF EACH MONTH! at Carver and Edgerton Community Gyms. This is Classes include:a recreational league -- the emphasis is on good sportsmanship and fun. League will run Lil’ Dragons Program September 19 - November 8. Cost is $52.00. MONDAYS, 5:15 - 6:00PM - AGES 4 TO 6 Registration deadline is September 19. Kids Beginner Karate Volunteer Coaches Needed! MONDAYS, 6:15 - 7:00PM - AGES 7 TO 12 is in need of volunteer coaches for the Fall Teen To Adult Volleyball Program. If you are interested, please MONDAYS, 7:15 - 8:00PM - AGES 13 TO ADULT call Audra at 651.249.2125. master Abboud. Not only do our boys, Nick (8) and Jack (5), have a great time. They have learned and shown dedication (postponing a trip until after karate Monday night), enthusiasm, and respect for Mr. Abboud and others, for the motivation and skills he shares with his students. - The Regnier’s For more information, visit maplewoodcommunitycenter.com. Maplewood Community Center: 651-249-2230 20 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com Grab Bag Bingo SEPTEMBER 3 - DECEMBER 3 The First Thursday Of Each Month, 1:00 - 2:30PM 10:00AM - 1:00PM AND/OR 12:00 - 3:00PM Maplewood Community Center Banquet Room! Ten or more games are played and the winners choose from an assortment of grab bags. Costs is $2.00 at the door. Coffee and treats are provided! Adult Dance 16+ SUNDAYS, SEPTEMBER 13 - OCTOBER 18 at the Maplewood Community Center SOCIAL BALLROOM SAMPLER: WALTZ, SALSA, SWING- 5:00 - 6:00PM Social Sampler Class will cover many styles and tempos of music, for many - tal, and physical health and how much fun it can be! In this session, the instructor for MCC members) and cost for individuals is $65.0 ($50.00 for MCC Members). Call 651.249.2230 to register. LINE DANCE- 6:00 - 7:00PM Learn the line dances you can use at weddings, on your next Florida vacation, and at country dances in this fun, aerobic dance class! You will learn how line dances can be applied to different types of music, and places to show off your new dance moves! No partner required. Line 18+ Open Dodgeball League UPPER DIVISION (JOIN THE TOUGHER COMPETITION) SATURDAYS, SEPTEMBER 19, 3:00 - 9:00PM LOWER DIVISION (THOSE THAT JUST WANT TO HAVE FUN) FRIDAYS, SEPTEMBER 18, 6:00 - 9:00PM For all those who loved the childhood game, here is a ramped up adult league for the exciting old school game! Join other people interested in experiencing the fun of a recreational dodgeball league in a structured and exciting environment! Each team must consist of 6-10 participants containing any combination of males or females. The league will be 8 weeks long with a 4 team playoff the 9th week. League champions will Nature Center Programs For Adults & Families Low-Input Lawncare Protecting Water Quality SATURDAY, AUGUST 22, 1:00 - 3:00PM THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 7:00 - 8:30PM at the Maplewood Nature Center at the Maplewood Nature Center Adults and families with children ages 7 and up are invited to Learn about low impact lawn care from U of M Horticulture extension educator Bob Mugaas. His presentation will focus on ways to maintain lawn with minimum use of fertilizers and chemicals – ones at the nature center. Photos taken by John will help us identify and other methods that help protect the environment and them when we get back inside. Cost is $5.00 per family. Call water quality. Cost is $5.00 per family. Call 651.249.2170 to register. 651.249.2170 to register. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 7:00 - 8:30PM, at the Maplewood Nature Center You must register by August 27 and the cost is $4.00 per child. Call 651.249.2170 to register. Maplewood Community Center: 651-249-2230 21 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com Walking Club MONDAY - FRIDAY, 10:00AM - 1:00PM, ONGOING Get active and meet new people at the Maplewood Community Center with the After an invigorating walk around the MCC walking track, join other members in $13.00/month renewal rate. FREE Senior Health and Well Being Seminars Lunch Bunch MONDAYS, 10:30 - 11:30AM (unless otherwise noted) SEE DATES BELOW Looking for great food and even better (TIME FOR THIS SEMINAR IS 11:30 - 12:30PM) company? Join the Lunch Bunch and Sister Rosalind nursing background and 35 years of experience in massage will bring come with us as we explore local hot spots a wealth of knowledge about how massage can affect your physical, spiritual and and St. Paul eateries. The Lunch Bunch mental health. September 17, October 15, meets AUGUST 17: Memory Loss and Aging November 19, from 11:30AM to 1:30PM. This class will identify normal changes in memory during the aging process, offer tips Transportation is provided and we will depart from and return to Maplewood loss and provide resources for those who are concerned about memory loss. Offered in Community Center. Cost is $4.00 per trip conjunction with Alzheimer’s Association. or $3.00 if you sign up for three or more dates. Please note that this fee covers Have you ever wanted to tell your story or parts of your life story? Has your family ever only transportation and does not include asked about you and your life or about certain times in your life? This is an opportunity the cost of the meal. Entrees will typically to remember and tell stories. cost between $6.00 - $15.00 (plus tax and AUGUST 31: English Tea Afternoon gratuity). Join others for a nice afternoon of Tea and snacks. Offered in conjunction with Synergy Home Care. The destinations will be determined by our participants! Plus - what’s your great food Find information about resources available to pay for prescriptions at a lower cost during the “gap” or for those without insurance. Offered in conjunction with Metropolitan “Must Visit!” list. Area Agency on Aging. Monday Cards And Soup Space is very limited - reserve your spot MONDAYS, 11:30AM - 1:30PM ONGOING All level of card players welcome. Open to everyone so bring your Customer Service know of any special friends! The cost is $3.00 at the door ($1.00 without a lunch). Soup lunch includes a dietary needs at the time of registration. bowl of our soup of the day, roll, crackers, and a beverage. Pickleball MONDAY, WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY, 7:00 - 9:00AM ONGOING Seniors! Check out page 26 for BOSU Pickleball is a combination of Ping-Pong, tennis, and badminton and has been Senior Balance Training. Both great enjoyed by people of all ages. This mini-tennis game is played by 2 or 4 people on a programs for improving balance badminton-sized court using wood paddle racquets and a plastic, poly baseball with holes. Call 651.249.2204 for more information. Maplewood Community Center: 651-249-2230 22 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com RACQUETBALL LEAGUES Racquetball Clinics SEPTEMBER 26 - DECEMBER 11 Free for everyone! Racquetball leagues are now being formed at the MCC. These are adult co-ed recreational leagues at B+ and B- levels. The ADULT CLINIC (AGES 15+) coordinator will generate a schedule of players and numbers SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 for weekly matches. Opponents call each other to schedule 12:00 - 1:00PM matches and court times during the week they are scheduled to KIDS CLINIC (AGES 10-14) play each other. Cost is $44.00 ($14.00 MCC members). SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 Registration deadline: September 18 (no exceptions) 1:00 - 2:00PM Schedules can be picked up beginning September 23 at 5:00PM. Any schedules not picked up will be mailed out. Call 651.249.2230 for more information. Co-Rec Leagues Level B+ (Very Competitive) Level B- (Competitive) CPR/AED and First Aid Classes These classes are designed to inform people how to respond in New! Racquetball Challenge Ladders emergency and life-threatening situations. After successful completion of the course participants will receive Red Cross of each month from 9:00AM - 12:00PM. The cost of the challenge ladder is $4.00+ tax per participant. These ladders are designed Center. Cost is $80.00 ($60.00 for MCC members). for experienced to expert players. ADULT & CHILD CPR/AED & INFANT CPR: SATURDAY, AUGUST 8 10:00AM - 5:00PM CHILD CPR/AED & INFANT CPR WITH FIRST AID: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 10:00AM - 5:00PM ATTENTION CHILDCARE PROVIDERS! Child CPR/AED & Infant CPR with First Aid is designed to meet state CPR and First Aid requirements. Maplewood Community Center: 651-249-2230 23 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com Call 651.249.2230 to register! Space is limited. 7LETI9T*SV8LI,SPMHE]W TRANSFORM YOUR BODY, MIND, AND LIFE...ONE POUND AT A TIME. get in shape Let the Maplewood Community Center’s team of personal trainers help you for the Holiday Season while meeting new friends and competing for GREAT PRIZES! lost a total of 53 lbs in 12-weeksFUN ! This personal training sessions designed to transform your physique and assist making a healthy lifestyle change you in . Education Seminars Include: Healthy Holiday Party Options, Cooking with Joor, Five Steps to Boost Metabolism, Foods for Great Energy, Nutrition and Portion Control, and The Fast Food Jungle Fitness Challenges Include: Racquetball, and Lap Swimming LOSE2WIN Prizes 1st Prize- Rental Packages, Lift Tickets and One night stay at Holiday in Express) 2nd Prize- 6 One Hour Personal Training Sessions and NordicTrack heart rate monitor package (Includes wireless chest strap and watch) 3rd Prize- 3 Month MCC Membership Package (Includes MCC sweatshirt and water bottle) 4th Prize- 3 One Hour Massage Session Package 5th Prize- $100 Target Gift Card Mid-Way Prizes: Massage Package, Noodles & Company – Gift Cards Full payment is due at registration. Registration includes free challenge T-shirt, discounted rates on Fitness Programs and individual Personal Training sessions. Registration opens Monday, August 3 and closes Friday, August 28. The 8 week challenge runs September 21 through November 16. Cost is $255.00 and includes a 2 Month Membership ($144.00 for MCC members). Initial Weigh-in: August 3 Mid-point Weigh-in: October 19 Final Weigh-in: November 16 Sponsors Maplewood Community Center: 651-249-2230 24 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com Class Descriptions SPINNING—Spinning is a wonderfully intense, non-impact, instructor led exercise class performed on stationary bikes. The workout simulates various biking adventures by continuously changing the bike’s intensity and your riding Meet Fitness Instructor position throughout the workout. The workout is fun and the Carolyn Warner time will race by. Be sure to arrive to class a minimum of ten Group Exercise instructor who has worked properly on a bike. STABILITY SCULPT —This class will provide body Spinning, Aqua, NETA Active Aging Adults, conditioning that focuses on improving the body through a and YogaFit. Carolyn enjoys helping people series of stability exercises. The use of chairs will be used build self esteem through exercise and motto is: Not every day can be a race day! Embrace where you are today! stability! This class is appropriate for Active Older Adults Visit one of Carolyn’s Classes that want to improve their overall health & wellness! Mondays at 10:30AM – Spinning H20—An excellent low to mid intensity cardiovascular Thursdays at 11:40AM – Yoga Light workout in chest deep water. Since this class is easy on the Fridays at 11:40AM – Yoga, Stability Sculpt at 12:45PM joints, it’s a wonderful option for pregnant women as well as for anyone recovering from knee/joint injuries. Come join us; you don’t need to be a swimmer to participate and enjoy! STRAIGHT UP STRENGTH—If you have reached a plateau training. This class will get your heart rate up by working Ditch the Workout and Join the Party with Zumba at MCC! All levels welcome. You will start to see results in no time 7-WEEK SESSIONS at all. TUESDAYS, SEPTEMBER 15 - OCTOBER 27, 5:30 - 6:30PM THURSDAYS, SEPTEMBER 10 - OCTOBER 22, 5:30 - 6:30PM YOGA—Class is designed to accommodate the needs of SATURDAYS, , SEPTEMBER 12 - OCTOBER 24, 9:30 - 10:30AM music from around the world into an hour-long group class. You can with the breath, the yoga poses and postures will improve burn up to 1,000 calories in an hour depending upon your exertion energy & stamina, reduce stress & fatigue, and increase an you’re exercising because you’re having so much fun—it’s like a overall feeling of calmness, peace, and serenity. Come give it a try! hottest Latin, Pop, and Reggaeton music using “interval training” which is great for your body and your heart. You will pick up Latin YOGALIGHT—A lighter version of our yoga, focusing more steps like Salsa, Meringue, Cha Cha, Bachata, and Cumbia with no on softer, gentler movements. This is great for beginners, partner or dance experience necessary. Zumba is appropriate for older adults, and pregnant women. ages 16 and up. Cost for a seven-week session is $56.00 ($42.00 for Sign up for all 3 sessions for $138 ($96.00 MCC MCC members). members). Bring a great attitude, a towel and water. Maplewood Community Center: 651-249-2230 25 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com Walk N’ Stroll MONDAYS, SEPTEMBER 21 - OCTOBER 26, 10:00 - 11:00AM is always having new experiences! Time at the end of class is used to take baby out of the stroller for strength, stretching, and and a towel and wear comfortable workout clothing and athletic shoes. Your child should be able to sit comfortably in the stroller for approximately 30 minutes. Cost is $48.00 ($36.00 for MCC members). Parent/Child Yoga THURSDAYS, SEPTEMBER 17 - OCTOBER 22, 4:30 - 5:15PM Children ages 8 to 12 years old will be introduced to age appropriate yoga poses, individual and partner exercises with the parent. The program will focus on breathing, balance, and yoga technique. Although participants are encouraged to bring their own mats, yoga mats are available. Cost is $48.00 ($36.00 for MCC members). Ultimate Get Fit Boot Camp! TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, SEPTEMBER 15 - OCTOBER 8, 9:30 - 10:30AM OR 5:00 - 6:00PM group of friends and register! Cost is $160.00 ($128.00 for MCC members). Senior Group Fitness Senior BOSU Balance Training THURSDAYS, SEPTEMBER 17 - OCTOBER 22, 8:15 - 9:00AM This class, using the BOSU Balance Trainer, will improve your balance and stability and overall body control like no other training device! Because of its versatility and quality the BOSU is excellent for all aspects of training and rehabilitation. It provides training of both upper and lower extremities as well as core. Improve your motor skills, strength, balance and stability using the BOSU Balance Trainer! Cost is $48.00 ($36.00 for MCC members). Senior Strength Small Group Training TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, SEPTEMBER 15 - OCTOBER 6, 11:00 - 12:00PM are specially priced for seniors! Cost is $115.00 ($90.00 for MCC members). Seniors! Check out page 22 for more Active Adult activities! Maplewood Community Center: 651-249-2230 26 www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com City of Maplewood PRSRT STD 1830 County Road B East U.S. POSTAGE Maplewood, MN 55109 PAID Phone: 651.249.2000 Permit #4903 www.ci.maplewood.mn.us St. Paul, MN ********ECRWSS** RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMER Upon request, this newsletter will be made available in an alternate format.Printed on recycled paper. Buckthorn May Be Lurking In Your Yard or more registered households, in early November. To register, Buckthorn is an aggressive, invasive contact your neighbors about joining the buckthorn removal European shrub that is taking over our program! Email Carol Gernes at carole.gernes@ci.maplewood. -mn.us for more information. dents to remove it from their properties. FREE BUCKTHORN SEMINAR at Applewood Park on Saturday, Unlike native shrubs, buckthorn retains September 26, 10:00 -11:15AM. Call to register by September 22. green leaves late into the fall, long after other leaves have turned color or fallen. This is the easiest way to identify buckthorn for removal. VISTA HILLS PARK COMMUNITY BUCKTHORN PULL: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 9:30AM - 2:00PM (FREE!) Uncontrolled buckthorn growth may lead to the loss of our native woodlands. and cut and herbicide in the afternoon (adults only). Training and Nominate your neighborhood for FREE curbside pick-up of buck-refreshments provided. Registration required by October 20. thorn only. This service will be available to neighborhoods with three To register, call the Maplewood Nature Center at 651.249.2170. Come see us at the Taste of Maplewood! Play some fun games and win great prizes! We’ll be serving up treats for all ages and sizes! Carina McCall Schafer Carrie Troske (651) 308-6898(651) 341-6633