This time of year is full of fun and relaxation and I hope you have been able to take some time to breathe and rejuvenate. Once you’ve filled your cup, there are plenty of opportunities to connect and contribute over the next month. This edition of the Family Resources Program e-Newsletter highlights some ways you may want to engage in the community throughout the rest of the summer. The purpose of this communication is to build greater awareness and connection to local resources. If you have suggestions or content you would like included in the future, please feel free to contact me directly. |
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Reta Johnson, MSW
Community Resources Specialist
Eden Prairie Schools
Phone #952-975-7030
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KIDSTOCK SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: 6.29.21-8.10.21
The Kidstock summer concert series began on June 15th. Concerts run at Staring Lake Park Amphitheatre located at 14800 Pioneer Trail every Tuesday from 10:30 a.m.-11:15 a.m. Each week there is a different performer that puts on a great children's program. Visit The City of Eden Prairie's Community Events Calendar to learn who will be performing each week. Along with Kidstock, check the city's calendar to view more dates and times for Eden Prairie summer activities such as the Starring at Staring Concerts and movies in the park.
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MYHEALTH CHILDREN'S DENTAL CLINIC: 8.11.21
A low cost dental care clinic will be offered at 15 8th Avenue South in Hopkins on August 11th from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This clinic provides services for children from birth to age 26 years old and pregnant women. Services that are available are exams, x-rays, cleanings, fluoride, sealants, oral health education, fillings, crowns and extractions. Covid procedures are in place to protect patients and staff. Children's Dental accepts all forms of insurance and offers reduced cost care under an income based sliding fee scale. To set up an appointment, call 612-746-1530 and ask to have your appointment at the myHealth for teens and young adults location.
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PEOPLEFEST! A COMMUNITY CELEBRATION OF CULTURE: 7.30.21-9.14.21 |
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There are so many fun ways to celebrate PeopleFest! this year, including (but not limited to) the classes listed. Hopefully you can make it to some of the events and help invite all Eden Prairie residents to participate in the PeopleFest! Challenge, an exciting new addition this year. Best of all, most events are free and open to everyone. View a complete list of events and details at www.edenpr.org/Peoplefest.
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EDEN PRAIRIE NIGHT TO UNITE 2021
Each year, neighborhoods across the country dedicate one summer evening to celebrate and strengthen the commitment to a safe community. This year’s
Eden Prairie Night to Unite event takes place Tuesday, Aug. 3rd. Register your Night to Unite event by Friday, July 23rd so representatives from the Eden Prairie Police and Fire Departments, as well as several City officials, can stop by to visit.
The City continues its tradition of encouraging residents to donate food to PROP, our local food shelf. The neighborhood that donates the most food (by weight) will win an ice cream social with members of the Police and Fire Departments.
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THE PROP SHOP'S 2021 KIDS WINTER COAT PROGRAM
If you need winter coats for your children, The PROP Shop will be helping families with kids’ winter coats for 2021. Register your children to receive winter coats between August 1-31, 2021 by calling 952-224-7052. Phone calls will be returned Mondays – Saturdays. When you call, please be prepared to provide your name, phone number, address, and the sizes needed for each child. Winter coats will be available for pickup on dates and at a location provided when you register (late September/early October). We look forward to serving any child in need in the Eden Prairie or Chanhassen area. Please help share this information throughout our community. Thank you! Kyle & Carrie, Family Services Co-Coordinators at The PROP Shop.
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COMMUNITY SOLAR GARDEN
To support Eden Prairie’s Climate Action Plan goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, the City of Eden Prairie is partnering with Cooperative Energy Futures (CEF) to build a roof-top solar garden at the Community Center. Eden Prairie residents who pay electric bills to Xcel Energy, including renters and association members, can register for a solar energy subscription on a first-come, first-served basis. Joining a community solar garden does not require any physical changes to your home or an upfront investment beyond a one-time $25 membership share in the co-op. There is no minimum or maximum income requirement, or a credit check. Once the project begins producing energy, participating residents will receive monthly credits on their electric bills for their portion of the solar energy produced by the project, and pay the co-op for that energy at a lower rate, creating a net monthly savings. Register for the Community Solar Garden waiting list to receive direct notifications when subscriptions are available. The City of Eden Prairie also has an upcoming workshop for residents to learn more which will be held in the Heritage Rooms at the City Center (8080 Mitchell Road) on August 4th from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
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LOCAL NONPROFITS CAN APPLY FOR 2021 BREWFEST CHOICE GRANT
Nonprofits that serve Eden Prairie and have an innovative project to make EP better are invited to apply for a 2021 Brewfest Choice Grant from the Eden Prairie Community Foundation. In this innovative grants program, Prairie Brewfest attendees vote on the Brewfest Choice Grants and decide which community needs should get $400, $600, $1,000, or $2,000 in grant funding. "People who support the Foundation fill important needs in Eden Prairie," explained Executive Director Mark Weber, "and this is an extension of that. This 'people's choice' type of granting allows our supporters to learn about Eden Prairie needs and vote for whatever resonates with them as compelling."
The 2020 Brewfest was cancelled due to Covid-19, but the craft-beer sampling festival returns 3-6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021 to Purgatory Creek in Eden Prairie. Nonprofits applying for a 2021 Brewfest Choice Grant must have a project that benefits Eden Prairie and must submit an application on or before August 2nd. The project should be capable of being implemented for $2000 or less. Four finalists will be chosen by the Foundation's Grants Committee and those four will be presented to Brewfest attendees on September 11th. The finalist application with the most votes will get $2,000 and the runners-up will be awarded $1,000, $600, and $400 respectively, depending on votes. A short application for Brewfest Choice Grants has been developed to help reduce the application workload for nonprofits. If your organization wishes to apply, please contact Foundation Executive Director Mark Weber at [email protected] or 952-949-8499 before applyting to make sure your organization is eligible.
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RENT HELP MN AND THE ZERO BALANCE PROJECT
The state of MN recently announced a plan to end the eviction moratorium. With the expiration of the moratorium, renters are protected from eviction if they have applied for RentHelpMN. RentHelpMN is a statewide program where the renter leads the application project.
The Zero Balance Project is coordinating with RentHelpMN to prevent duplicate payments of emergency rental assistance. If residents have applied for RentHelpMN, then there is no need to apply for The Zero Balance Project. However, The Zero Balance Project allows property owners and managers to take the lead and apply if their tenets owe back rent (dating back to March 13, 2020) and have not already applied for RentHelpMN. The Zero Balance Project serves Dakota, Hennepin, and Ramsey counties.
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THE PROP SHOP SEEKING VOLUNTEERS
Whether you need volunteer hours for an organization or just want to give back to the community, The PROP Shop has a place for you. The PROP Shop is located at
15195 Martin Drive, Eden Prairie. Please email [email protected] or call Alicia at 952-224-0362 for scheduling availability.
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PROP JOB OPENINGS
Prop in Eden Prairie has two new job openings and is currently seeking a Case Manager and a Client Services Coordinator to join an innovative and passionate nonprofit team.
View Prop's Case Manager and Client Services job postings to learn more about these opportunities. Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and resume outlining qualifications, experience, and references to [email protected].
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