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Maplewood Monthly
February 2010 City Newsletter
Save The Date
Cure cabin fever and get geared up for all your favorite outdoor activities with Maplewood
Community Center’s Camping and Outdoors Expo on Saturday, February 27, from 10:00AM
February 14, 4:30 - 6:30PM
to 4:00PM. This fun for all ages event will be held at the Maplewood Community Center,
at the Maplewood Community Center
2100 White Bear Avenue, and will offer something for everyone! Visit with vendors and
demonstrations that will be happening throughout the day. Star Prairie Trout Farm will be
February 27, 10:00AM - 4:00PM
on-hand offering tips and tricks for perfecting your trout recipe. Don’t miss out on the chef’s
at the Maplewood Community Center
delicious samples of recipes prepared on-site as well as tastings of Star Prairie’s
famous trout dip mix. The Midwest Skijorer’s Club will also be available to offer
an introduction to this increasingly popular sport which combines cross country
March 18, 6:30 - 8:30PM
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skiing and dog power.
at the Maplewood Ramsey County Library
see pg. 5
March 19, 7:30PM
at the Maplewood Performing Arts Theatre
see pg. 4
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Have you been waiting for your spotlight opportunity? Well the time
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has arrived. Maplewood Performing Arts Theater and Ashland
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talent competition. Contestants will compete in one of two categories
Youth (ages 15 and under) or Adult (ages 16 and older).
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Judging will begin with a preliminary
round in each category consisting
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of a one-minute acapella piece of the
contestant’s choice. All contestants will
receive feedback from members of the
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each category will be invited back for a
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Performing Arts Theatre at the end of
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having professional headshots taken as
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Will Rossbach: Mayor 651.484.5427 will.rossbach@ci.maplewood.mn.us
Kathleen Juenemann: Councilmember 651.771.3670 kathleen.juenemann@ci.maplewood.mn.us
James Llanas: Councilmember 651.488.2745 james.llanas@ci.maplewood.mn.us
John Nephew: Councilmember 651.776.5963 john.nephew@ci.maplewood.mn.us
Julie Wasiluk: Concilmember 651. julie.wasiluk@ci.maplewood.mn.us
Jim Antonen: City Manager 651.249.2050 jim.antonen@ci.maplewood.mn.us
Frequently Called Numbers
Maplewood City Hall
Maplewood Meeting Schedule
General Information 651.249.2000
City Council: Monday, February 8 & 22 at 7:00PM
Deputy Registrar and Passport Hours:
Monday - Friday: 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Citizen Forum: Saturday, February 6 at 10:00AM at City Hall
Saturday, March 6 at 10:00AM at Fire Station #4
Saturday: 8:00AM - 12:00PM
Maplewood Community Center
Community Design Review Board: Tuesday, February 9 & 23 at 6:00PM
Registration 651.249.2230
Environmental & Natural Resource Commission: Wednesday, February 4 at 7:00PM
Customer Service 651.249.2230
Historical Preservation Committee: Thursday, February 18 at 7:00PM
Admissions 651.249.2210
Theater/Banquet Room Rental 651.249.2103
Housing & Redevelopment Authority: Wednesday, February 10 at 7:00PM
Group Information 651.249.2203
Park & Recreation Commission: Wednesday, February 17 at 7:00PM
Birthday Parties 651.249.2203
Aquatics 651.249.2206
Planning Commission: Tuesday, February 2 & 16, March 2 at 7:00PM
Child Care 651.249.2218
All City Council and Commission meetings are broadcast live on
Fitness 651.249.2207
Channel 16 and are rebroadcast on a schedule that is posted at
Maplewood Recreation
www.ci.maplewood.mn.us. Any meeting cancellations are posted on
General Information 651.249.2124
the City’s website.
Maplewood Nature Center
City Hall will be closed February 15 in observance of President’s Day
General Information 651.249.2170
Code Enforcement
Hotline 651.249.CODE (2633)
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Save The DateCamping & Outdoors Expo
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February 27, 10:00AM - 4:00PMto 4:00PM. This fun for all ages event will be held in the Maplewood Community Center at
at the Maplewood Community Center2100 White Bear Avenue and will offer something for everyone! Visit with
in one of the demonstrations that will be happening throughout the day. Star Prairie Trout
Farm will be on-hand offering tips and tricks for perfecting your trout recipe. Don’t miss out
March 18, 6:30 - 8:30PM
on the chef’s delicious samples of recipes prepared on-site as well as tastings of Star
at theMaplewood Ramsey County Library
Prairie Trout Farm’s famous trout dip mix. The Midwest Skijorer’s Club will also be
see pg. 5
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March 19, 7:30PM
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City of Maplewood City of Maplewood
February 2010 February 2010
February 2010
Congratulations to our new City Council!
Rent A Garden Plot
This spring Maplewood is tilling soil for a community garden at
Edgerton Park (2005 Edgerton Street). If you enjoy gardening and
would like to rent a garden plot (12’ x 15’), don’t miss this opportunity.
We have 40 garden plots available this season. The city will till the
garden, stake the plots, and provide a water tank. Renters agree to
plant, maintain, and harvest their plots. There is a limit of one plot
per household. Rental fees are $25 for Maplewood residents and
$30 for non-residents.
Councilmembers Nephew and Llanas, Mayor Rossbach,
To rent a garden plot, you will need to register in person at
Councilmembers Wasiluk and Junemann
Maplewood City Hall, 1830 East County Road B. Maplewood
Council News
residents can register on March 10th, 11th, or 12th from 1:00 to
4:30PM and Saturday, March 13th from 8:00AM to noon.
At the November 3, 2009 Municipal Election, Councilmember Will
Non-residents can register on March 18th or 19th from 1:00 to
4:30PM and Saturday, March 20th from 8:00AM to noon. You
Mayor and was sworn in as Mayor on January 4, 2010. Before being
will need to pay for your garden plot by cash or check at the time
sworn in as Mayor, Councilmember Rossbach submitted a letter of
of registration. A photo ID is required at time of application and
resignation from his unexpired council seat term which would have
the address must match the address of the applicant. For more
run through December 31, 2011.
information, see www.ci.maplewood.mn.us and click on Recreation
In October of 2005 the city council enacted Ordinance 866 that
Programs and then Community Gardens, or call 651.249.2330.
the event there is a vacancy of a council seat, and if the unexpired
term is for a period of six months or more, the council shall appoint
unexpired term. The council passed a resolution to hold a Special
the vacated seat.
The council has the authority to determine in what manner the
temporary appointment process shall be conducted and interviewed
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individuals whose names were submitted for consideration by
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current councilmembers. The criteria set by the council was that the
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would not be interested in running in the 2010 Special Election.
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council meeting.
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county with a population of more than 15,000 must annually notify
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its residents of the positions and base salaries of its three highest
paid employees.” For the City of Maplewood, titles and salaries are:
City Manager - $130,000
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Police Chief - $123,406
Assistant City Manager/PW Director - $122,941
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Mayor Will Rossbach
training and assist at some events such as National Night out and
the Ramsey County Fair.
I want to take time to say thank you to all of the people who
volunteer their time to help Maplewood. The largest group of
Maplewood also has a large number of citizens who volunteer their
time to assist the city council and staff in the decision processes that
confused by the “paid per call” title. While it is true that they do
we use in Maplewood. The main groups are our commissions and
receive a small amount of money for each call they participate in,
boards. They are the Planning Commission, Parks and Recreation
the hundreds of hours of training they are required to receive and
Commission, Design Review Board, Environmental and Natural
Resources Commission, Historical Preservation Commission, Housing
and Redevelopment Authority, Police Civil Service Commission, and
our new Business Economic Development Commission. The groups
consist of 5-9 members and work to review issues and applications
to protect your life and property.
which are brought before the city. The City Council relies heavily on
these groups to use their knowledge and insight to explore issues
and provide recommendations to the City Council.
The Maplewood Police Reserve Unit are volunteers who make
themselves available 24 hours a day year round to assist our police
The Maplewood Nature Center also has many people who
volunteer to help run programs and care for the Nature Center and
hours to the city. The police department also has Volunteers in
Maplewood’s open spaces. These people help to teach students
the importance of conservation, and preservation along with wildlife
and nature studies. They also work to control buckthorn and restore
residential neighborhoods, event security and in general providing
natural plant communities.
additional eyes and ears in the city. The Police Department also
has an Explorers Program where students 14-21 receive
Finally there are the people who volunteer their time to assist in
Maplewood’s park and recreational programs. There are several
organizations that partner with the city to provide sporting
opportunities to both youth and adults. With out their valuable
contributions Maplewood would not be able to offer these programs
to nearly as many people.
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Maplewood is a better place due to the help we receive from all of
the volunteers that give freely of themselves simply because they
want to help. We all owe them our gratitude and respect.
If you would like to know more opportunities to help Maplewood you
can visit the Maplewood website at www.ci.maplewood.mn.us or call
651.249.2000 and ask for the departments listed above.
A Gift from the Heart
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City of Maplewood City of Maplewood
February 2010 February 2010
February 2010
Watch For Meetings Online
The City of Maplewood is giving
you another great way to stay in
Are you looking to embrace the spirit of the Irish this St. Patrick’s
touch with what’s happening in
Day season? Step in to the Maplewood Performing Arts Theatre
your community. All City meetings
on Friday, March 19 at 7:30PM, for an evening of traditional Irish
that are currently broadcast on
music with Chulrua. A unique name, serious talent, and an unfailing
Channel 16 will now be available
devotion to their craft have made this internationally acclaimed trio
for you to watch via our website.
of musicians a must-see show. Chulrua (pronounced cool-roo-ah)
Simply visit www.ci.maplewood.
or “redback” in Irish, takes its name from the distinguishing feature
mn.us go to “Government” and
of the favored wolfhound of ancient Irish hero, Finn MacCool.
click “Watch Meetings Online”.
This will take you to a page
where you’ll be able to watch live
meetings. From that same page
you’ll also be able to click on one
of the other meeting bodies to view video of their past meetings.
Once you’re watching the video be sure to take advantage of the
“Agenda Items” tab on the left side of your screen. Click on any of
the links and it will take you directly to that portion of the meeting.
We’re very excited to offer this service and encourage you to take
advantage of it.
As unique as the origin of their name are the backgrounds of the
musicians themselves. The group is led by Paddy O’Brien on the
button accordion. Born in the midlands of Ireland, Paddy spent his
youth traveling the countryside to play with older musicians and to
spend time absorbing not only their music but also the stories and
legends that came with them. Today, with a musical career now
spanning over forty years, Paddy has a repertoire of over 4,000
tunes and is regarded as one of the tradition’s most important
repositories.
guitarist Pat Egan. Together Chulrua has over seventy years of
experience performing, educating, and sharing the tradition of
Irish music. The group has special plans for their intimate March
performance in Maplewood. In addition to providing a healthy dose
of Irish music, the artists will also talk about their instruments, share
stories about the different tunes played, and tell the legends of the
composers and musicians who have handed them down. Don’t
miss this wonderful combination of music and storytelling from one
of the best presenters of traditional Irish music around.
Tickets: $20.00/Advance $22.00/Day Of Show
Tickets are available online at www.maplewoodarts.com.
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Skijoring combines
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the fun of cross
country skiing and
Transforming Yards For A Sustainable Maplewood
the enjoyment of
Win A $15,000+ Yard Makeover!
spending time with
Attend one or more of upcoming fantastic landscaping your pet. Join the
Midwest Skijorers
classes to transform your yard into one that features
Club at the
sustainable landscaping principles. From raingardens and
Maplewood Camping
rainbarrels, to compost bins and native plants, you can
and Outdoors Expo
participate in these programs to learn how to do it yourself!
to learn all about this cutting edge sport. The Midwest Skijorers Club
One lucky Maplewood resident that participates in these
classes will win up to a $15,000 yard makeover! *Some
is the Premier skijor training club of the world. Their training
presentations are used in all countries. Club members will be
restrictions apply.
present to answer all your skijoring questions and there will be
The Extreme Green Makeover Kick-off is at the Maplewood
skijoring demos at 12:00PM and 3:00PM.
Library on Thursday, March 18, 2010 from 6:30 - 8:30PM.
Before you leave don’t forget
This gala affair will feature speakers, hors d’oeuvres, beverages,
to stop by the WCCO booth
and door prizes. Campaign rules will be announced.
and meet meteorologist and
GREEN
Extreme educational events are open to everyone!
outdoor enthusiast Mike
Maplewood residents and non-residents alike who attend
Lynch. Activities will also be
GREEN events are eligible for the following prizes:
available for the youngest
members of your camping
crew. Youth will have the
Visit Fingers the Blonde Haired Raccoon
opportunity to make bird
feeders, learn about
animal track printing,
care, design, native plantings, rain barrels, & composting.
participate in snowshoe
races or take part in a tub
For program details and upcoming classes, visit the city
cast, sponsored by Cabela’s.
website at ci.maplewood.mn.us/nc Look in the sidebar for
Be sure to save time for a
EXTREME GREEN MAKEOVER
visit to the The Habitat. This
Wolves-Woods and Wildlife
Partners & Sponsors
And Don’t Miss Nala the Cougar Cub
Outdoor Education Center
will be bringing some of their favorite animals for a visit to the Expo,
including a bobcat, cougar cub and more (see photos above). Experience
an up-close encounter with the animals we share the outdoors with.
SAVE On Your Reception &
To catch all this and more gather your friends and family and head
Splurge On Your Bouquet
down to the Maplewood Community Center for this FREE and FUN
outdoor-centered event! Call 651.249.2103 for more information.
Book your 2010 Friday Wedding
$200 OFF
Reception and Receive Thank you sponsors and partners
your rental fee.
Offer ends April 1, 2010.
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Seating for up to 350 guests!
Call (651) 249-2103 today.
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City of Maplewood City of Maplewood
February 2010 February 2010
February 2010
Pride Of Maplewood Award
Congratulations to Edna Spangler for
being nominated for the January Pride
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Contestants will be competing for a grand prize package in
Specialist. She works as the receptionist
each category (see cover page). Winners will be chosen
at the front desk of City Hall.
based on a combined score from a panel of music industry
Karen Guilfoile, Citizen Services Director (left) presents
professionals and audience vote. Final show judges include
“Edna greets every person who
Grammy winning writer/producer Kevin Bowe, Fuzzy Slippers
walks through the City Hall
Productions Studio Rich Leone, City Pages Culture Writer
entrance with a beautiful smile and a warm greeting. She makes a
Ward Rubrecht, and Radio Disney’s Next Big Thing Artist
Danielle Thrush.
through the door.”
“Edna is the epitome of eagerness and graciousness.”
Don’t miss special guest performances each night, including
“Her warm greeting every morning makes my day start out much better.”
Radio Disney’s Next Big Thing Artist Danielle Thrush performing
“Edna is always willing to help with the most tedious of projects in her
Friday, March 26 and Alison Scott performing live on Saturday,
down time. Nothing is too small or too big for Edna and there isn’t
March 27! For just a $20.00 application fee, take advantage of
any task that she feels is beneath her.”
this unique opportunity to take the stage, gain audience
“Edna’s support for her co-workers throughout the city is invaluable.
exposure and get valuable feedback from industry experts.
From what I have witnessed, Edna can relate well to every employee
in the city.”
Applications are due Friday, February 26, 2010. Register today
by visiting www.maplewoodarts.com and step up to the mic!
Congratulations to Edna Spangler for being selected as this month’s
Pride of Maplewood award recipient.
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In December, the Maplewood Police Department
responded to 2,062 calls for service. Included in this
number were the following incidents:
8 Assault Cases
2 Robbery Case
29 Burglary Cases
139 Theft Cases
23 Auto Theft Cases
74 Theft from Vehicle Cases
37 Criminal Damage to Property Cases
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City of Maplewood City of Maplewood February 2010 February 2010
2170 East County Road D, Maplewood
Summer Day Camp Ages 6 - 12
MONDAY – FRIDAY, JUNE 14 – SEPTEMBER 3, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
REGISTRATION BEGINS: MONDAY, MARCH 1 FOR RETURNING CAMPERS
(WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10 FOR NEW CAMPERS)
We are proud to welcome you to our Summer Day Camps. We combine
to create
an exciting, quality camp experience for our participants. Our camps are
held at the fun and energizing Maplewood Community Center, giving us
the access to ‘State of the Art’ facilities including the aquatics center,
Center activities and sports are just a few of the things we have to offer.
We pride ourselves with staff who are responsible, high-energy
individuals trained to provide a fun and rewarding experience to our
participants. The ratio of counselors to children is 1:10 daily and
Field Trips: Each week we will focus our activities around
the following themes:
Week 1 Pump It Up! Party Zone
Week 2 Cosmic Bowling – Starz & Strikes
Week 3 MN Twins vs Detroit Tigers (new stadium!)
Week 4 Wild Mountain
Week 5 Nickelodeon Universe
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Week 6 Wild Woods Water Park
Special Programs Offered for Daycampers
Week 7 Grand Slam
Week 8 Science Museum
Week 9 Cascade Bay Water Park
SWIM INSTRUCTION
Week 10 ValleyFair
Week 11 MN Zoo/Imax
Camp schedule. These convenient classes are shorter in length (six classes
Week 12 Marcus Theater/Pizza Party
verses eight) and still qualify the swimmer to move to the next level. Cost is
$35.00.
Cost: Full Time (M-F) $150.00 per week per child
Levels 1-4 (American Red Cross Courses)
will be offered Monday,
Sibling Discount: After one member of family is signed
Tuesday, and Thursday afternoons for 2 weeks from 12:30 - 1:15PM.
up each additional sibling fee will be $130.00 per week,
per child. Discount is available for full time campers
KARATE
only. A non-refundable $30 deposit holds your spot
MONDAYS: 4:00-4:30PM
each week (see registration packet for details).
SESSION ONE: JUNE 21 - JULY 12
Part Time: (3-day Minimum) $42.00 per day, per child.
SESSION TWO: AUGUST 2 - AUGUST 23
Mr. Welsh from “The Edge Martial Arts” will teach this great karate
Extended hours: Available from 7:00-9:00AM and
4:00-6:00PM. AM or PM $14.00 per week per child,
both AM & PM are $20.00 per week per child. Drop
More information will be included in your registration packets.
in Before & After Care for campers, is available for
$3.00/hour.
Call 651.249.2230 for more information or to register.
City of Maplewood 7 February 2010
SWIM REGISTRATION IS GOING ON NOW!
Pool Hours
March Mini and Spring Full Session
Monthly pool and lap swim
Maplewood Community Center offers over 500 swim lesson options. The zero-depth entry leisure
calendars are available on our
pool is kept at a comfortable 87 degrees! Course descriptions may be found on our website at
website at: www.maplewoodcom-
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 March mini-session classes include six lessons and cost
may also be picked up at the
$50.00 ($40.00 for MCC members). All spring full session classes include eight lessons and cost
admissions and customer service
$68.00 ($53.00 for MCC members). Semi-private lessons are available on Saturdays at a rate of
desks. Please note that pool hours
$115.00 ($90.00 for MCC members) per eight lessons.
vary during sessions of swim
lessons; those changes are listed in
To register, stop by the Maplewood Community Center Customer Service Desk (Monday
the pool and lap swim calendars.
9:00AM - 7:00PM, Tuesday - Friday 9:00AM - 5:00PM, Saturday 9:00AM - 12:00PM). Online
registration is also available at www.ci.maplewood.mn.us (click on I Want To or E-Services).
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, $152.00 ($112.00 for
MCC members) for four lessons, or $288.00 ($208.00 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.
Aquatic Special Events
FREE for members or daily admission for non-members
Flotation Days
FRIDAYS, FEBRUARY 26, MARCH 26 5:00 - 8:00PM & WEDNESDAY, MARCH 31 1:00 - 4:00PM
Swim-In Movie Featuring:
UP!
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 5:00PM (6:00PM MOVIE)
Enjoy a splashing good time floating on a tube and watching a masterful work of art from Pixar. Up is an exciting, hilarious, and heartfelt
adventure impeccably crafted and told with wit and depth.
Save on YOUR next lesson AND
pass along the savings to a friend!
$10 OFF$5 OFF
.00.00
City of Maplewood 8 February 2010
Watch For Summer Sports
Visit the website at www.ci.maplewood.mn.us in late February to see
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the exciting list of upcoming summer programs for grades K-12
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Learn To Ski/Snowboard At Afton Alps
HOPPERS
FRIDAY, MARCH 12, 9:00AM - 2:30PM
(District 622 K-12 has no school)
Valentine’s Day Party!
Enjoy a day of fun and fresh air away from the classrooms at Afton
Alps Ski Area. Our professional instructors will introduce 5th through
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 14 4:30 - 6:30PM
8th graders to the basic techniques of skiing and snowboarding. Our
at the Maplewood Community Center
Kid’s Meal Included! $9 ($7 for MCC members)
and glide their way down the slopes. If a participant has already been
through this program we will take them to the next level or they may
Kids love parties and Valentine’s Day is another great reason
“test out” of the lesson and head straight for the ski lift! Registration
to celebrate. Reserve your child’s spot at Maplewood’s Little
deadline is Monday, February 23. Cost is $35.00 which includes
Heart Hoppers Valentine’s Day Party where they will take part
supervision, transportation, ski lesson, and lift ticket! The van
in arts & crafts, play games and make their own special
will leave from the MCC at 8:30AM and return at 3:00PM. Call
Valentine’s meal complete with treats! Parents... This is your
651.249.2230 to register.
opportunity to enjoy quality time together without having to
search for a babysitter. Space is Limited! Call 651.249.2230 to
Floor Hockey
make your reservations.
Parents do not need to stay for the party
SATURDAYS, MARCH 27 - APRIL 24, 9:00AM - 3:00PM
but children must by at least 3 years of age and out of diapers.
exciting league promotes cooperation and the value of
New! After School Excitement
sportsmanship. Participants will play every position during the
At Edgerton
season. For more information, call 651.249.2121. This clinic will be
held at Edgerton Community Gym. The registration deadline is
TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS 3:20 - 5:30PM
March 12 and the cost is $35.00.
This program is an alternative drop-in after school program for
Build A Bat House
and volleyball in the gym or test each other’s skill at cards and
SATURDAY, MARCH 13, 2:00 - 4:00PM
board games. Cost is $3.00 per person per day. Snacks are
Maplewood Nature Center
available for purchase. Participants must sign in and out each
A single little brown bat can eat up to 5,000 insects in one night. No
day and provide us with a completed emergency card. Call
wonder people want to put up bat houses in their yards! Join us to
651.249.2125 for additional information.
build a Bat house at the Nature Center. Bat house kits are made from
Young Rembrandts
recycled wood products. Program given by Elipis Enterprises; an (Ages 6-12 years)
organization focusing on youth employment training and small THURSDAYS, FEBRUARY 11 - MARCH 18, 6:30-7:30PM
business education. Best for grades 3 and up. Cost is $15.00/bat SATURDAYS, FEBRUARY 13 - MARCH 20, 10:00-11:00AM
house. Call 651.249.2170 to pre-register by March 10.
At Young Rembrandts, we teach drawing, the fundamental skill
of all visual arts. We believe that drawing is a skill that can –
Preschool Gymboree
and should – be learned by all children. While Young Rembrandts’
classes are structured and educational, children learn best when
THURSDAYS, NOW - MARCH, 10:00 - 11:30AM
they are entertained and engaged. Young Rembrandts combines
Experiencing cabin fever? Children ages 1-5 are invited to the
the best of both worlds – foundational art skills in a fun, nurturing
Maplewood Community Center gymnasium to play! We will provide
environment – that gives your child the academic advantage.
the balls, mats, music, toys and games - you bring the fun. Preschool
Class will be held at the Maplewood Community Center and
not
Gymboree is a structured program and children must be accom-
cost is $60.00 per session. Call 651.249.2230 to register.
panied by an adult at all times. Cost is $4.00 per child, per day ($3.00
for MCC members). Call 651.249.2230 to register.
City of Maplewood 11 February 2010
Adult Softball
Maplewood Recreation offers both summer and fall softball leagues. Leagues are
CPR/AED and
available for men’s, women’s, and co-rec teams. Summer league information is
First Aid Classes
available now and registration will begin in mid February. Visit our website or call
651.249.2121 for more information.
These classes are designed to inform
people how to respond in emergency and
Adult Dance 16+
life-threatening situations. After successful
completion of the course participants
SUNDAYS, NOW - MARCH 28
SOCIAL BALLROOM & LATIN SAMPLER 7:00 - 8:00PM
classes are held at the Maplewood
LINE DANCE 8:00 - 9:00PM
Community Center. Cost is $80.00
Ballroom and Latin Sampler Class: Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Salsa, Swing, Rumba
($60.00 for MCC members). Call
This Sampler Class will cover many styles and tempos of music, for many
651.249.2230 to register.
mental, and physical health and how much fun it can be!
COMMUNITY CPR
(Adult and Child CPR/AED and Infant CPR)
Line Dance: Learn the line dances you can use at weddings, on your next
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13
Florida vacation, and at country dances in this fun, aerobic dance class! No
10:00AM - 5:00PM
partner required. Line dances taught include the ever-popular Electric Slide,
Tush Push, Cowboy Cha-Cha, The Samba Line Dance, and more!
CHILD CPR/AED & INFANT CPR
WITH FIRST AID
Cost for couples is $110.00 ($85.00 for MCC Members) and for individuals is
SATURDAY, MARCH 13
$65.00 ($50.00 for MCC Members). Call 651.249.2230 to register.
10:00AM - 5:00PM
18+ Open Dodgeball League
ATTENTION CHILDCARE
SATURDAYS, FEBRUARY 21 - APRIL 25
PROVIDERS!
Each team will consist of 6-10 participants
Child CPR/AED & Infant CPR
containing any combination of males or
with First Aid is designed to
females. The leagues are 8 weeks long
meet state CPR and
with a 4 team playoff the 9th week.
First Aid requirements.
League champions will receive FREE
entry to the Spring league. Rate is
$300 per team. Call 651.249.2230
to register.
Nature Center Programs
Nature Photo Tips
(Session 1)
Co-sponsored by Friends of Maplewood Nature
SATURDAY, MARCH 20, 8:30 - 11:00AM
Join photographer Ellen Wold for tips and tricks for taking better nature photos.
Bring your own camera and tripod for a photography session along nature center
trails.Learn about local photography clubs, discover Maplewood’s other 13
natural areas! Class will take place at the Nature Center, 2659 East 7th Street.
Call 651.249.2170 to pre-register by March 18. Cost is $10.00/person. Free to
current Friend’s members. Make checks out to ‘Friends of Maplewood Nature’.
Coming in May...Nature Photography Class Session 2
City of Maplewood 12 February 2010
Maplewood Nature Center Family Events!
Maple Sugar Bush Family Trip
Preschool/Family Live Animal Show
Sponsored by Friends of Maplewood Nature center
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 10:00 – 11:00AM (FREE!)
SATURDAY, MARCH 27, 1:00 – 4:00PM
Meet the nature center’s resident hognose snake, toad and
Tour the facilities of S&S sugar bush to see how maple syrup is
salamander. Watch the salamander slurp up an earthworm treat.
made. See the sugar maples, the buckets and tubing. Taste the
Call 651.249.2170 to pre-register by February 18.
sap and syrup, and watch the sap boiling in the evaporator. Learn
Family Snowshoe Hike
(Adults & children 6+)
about the history of the woods and purchase your own syrup!
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2:00 – 3:30PM
All ages are welcome. Meet at S & S Sugar Bush, Ellsworth, WI,
Learn about snowshoes, lace on a pair, and walk through our
Maps will be e-mailed to you upon registration. Cost is $15.00
Winter Wonderland. Instruction provided. Hot drinks follow,
per adult or $25.00 per family (includes a bottle of syrup). Send
bring your own mug. *Note: if snow is scarce, we will go on a
check by March 23, to the Friends of Maplewood Nature Center.
winter hike instead to look for animal tracks and signs. Wear
sturdy winter boots. Cost is $5.00 per person and pre-payment is
Preschool/Family Spring To Your
required by February 25.
Senses Puppet Show
(All Ages)
Preschool Maple Sap Into Syrup
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 31, 10:00 – 11:00AM
(Children 3-8 with an adult)
Laugh along with our wild animal puppets as they act out their
THURSDAY, MARCH 11, 1:00 – 2:30PM
Spring Happenings. Hike with a naturalist to look for the real wild
Carry the sap from roots to buds on our “maple tree”. Tap a real
animals. Cost is $2.00 per child and pre-payment is required by
tree, taste the sap and sweet syrup. Learn to identify maples,
March 30.
and have an opportunity to purchase taps and bags for tap-
Woodduck Inventory
ping your own tree! Cost is $4.00 per child and pre-payment is
(FREE!)
required by March 9.
Start the monitoring season with a simple wood duck nest inventory,
Volunteer Citizen Monitoring Programs
by helping the naturalist check the nest boxes at the nature
Learn about natural science on your own schedule! Your
center. Learn how to properly place boxes in your neighborhood.
observations and records helps us know where nature needs
Call 651.249.2170 to register.
a helping hand. Maplewood Nature Center offers several ways
adults, families, and youth groups (best for children 10+) can
participate. From frogs to bluebirds, choose the program that
suits your interest. Call the nature center for information on
these opportunities, to reserve your spot or to apply.
All events listed here take place at the Maplewood Nature Center and Neighborhood Preserves (2659 East 7th Street).
Call 651.249.2170 to register!
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City of Maplewood 13 Februry 2010
Zumba & Zumba Toning Now
Offered Monthly
Fitness Specialist Hours & Orientations
Visit www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com for dates and times.
Drop in rates available. Call 651.249.2230 for more information.
the Strength & Cardio equipment at the Maplewood Community
Center. Take advantage of this great service- FREE for Maplewood
Community Center members! Call 651.249.2230 for more
New! Mat Pilates
information.
Tuesdays & Thursdays at 8:00 - 8:45PM
Mondays 10:00 - 11:00AM Orientations 11:00AM & 12:00PM
Now offered FREE for Maplewood Community Center members
Wednesdays 5:00 - 6:00PM Orientations 6:00PM & 7:00PM
and pass card members!
Saturdays 10:00 - 11:00AM Orientations 11:00AM & 12:00PM
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He is also holds a Personal Training
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February 28, 2010.
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every single day.”
City of Maplewood 14 February 2010
City of Maplewood
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1830 County Road B East
U.S. POSTAGE
Maplewood, MN 55109
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www.ci.maplewood.mn.us
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New! Indoor Family Walk Time
It’s that time of year when Minnesotan’s start longing for spring. We miss being able to enjoy a warm
walk outdoors with the family. Although some Minnesotan’s like to wear their winter parkas and brave
the ice and bone-chilling temperatures some of us would prefer to get our exercise indoors.
The Maplewood Community Center is here to help! Starting February 6th you can now enjoy a walk
with your family indoors in the comfortable climate of the gymnasium every Saturday from 4:00 -
5:00PM. Even better- this is FREE for members and a small daily admission fee for non-members.
So pack up your wagons, strollers, baby carriers or walking sticks and enjoy getting out of the house
each Saturday as you walk the gym together. Invite your neighbors who you haven’t seen all winter
and catch up!
The walking track on level three is also available for anyone 12 years of age and older. For more
information, call 651.249.2230. See you there!
The Indoor Family Walk Time is not available February 27th because of the Camping & Outdoors Expo.
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