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2012
FEBRUARY 2012
Monday, February 6th
Receive 10 off all spring swim lessons, programs, youth and specialty classes when you register before February 10th. For more information about schedule and time stop by the YMCA in Hastings, or check out their website at www.ymcatwincities.org or call them at 651-480-8887.
STORYTIME FOR BABIES: Will be held at the Pleasant Hill Library in Hastings from 10:15-11:00 AM. Ages birth-2 yr. Stories, songs, bounces and playtime make this perfect for babies and their caregivers. Meeting Room.
Tuesday, February 7th
St. John The Baptist Elementary School in Vermillion will be hosting a open House on February 7th at 6:30 PM. Kindergarten Families will be February 16th at 6:30 PM. For more information contact the school at 651-437-2644.
The Prescott Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting their 33rd Annual Dinner set at the Valley Bar and Grill. This years theme for the event is Minute to Win It- Mardi Gras Style. The night Starts off at 5:30. Buffet at 7 PM and awards at 8:15. For more information contact Trisha at 715-262-3284.
STORYTIME FOR 2s & 3s:Will be held at the Pleasant Hill Library in Hastings from 10:30-11:OOAM. Ages 2-3 yr. Stories, rhymes, songs and activities selected to entertain and develop early literacy skills in toddlers. Meeting Room.
Wednesday, February 8th
STORYTIME FOR 4-6 yr: Will be held at the Pleasant Hill Library in Hastings from 10:30-11:00 AM. Ages 4-6 yr. Books, music and movement to help build language and listening skills in preschoolers. Meeting Room.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 9TH
Community Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Organizational Meeting. Held at the Nelson and Lucking American Legion Post. Interested Military, Veterans, Citizens, Businesses, and Organizations are welcome. Agenda will be many ongoing items in the announcement. The meeting will start at 7:00PM.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10TH
The Pleasant Hill Library will be holding a Book Sale from 10AM to 5PM.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11TH
The Hastings YMCA will be holding a Parents Night Out. Drop your kids off at the YMCA and enjoy an evening out. Children ages 1-10 years from 4PM to 8PM. The cost is $15 per child for YMCA Members and $20 for Non-Members. Youth will enjoy a theme filled evening of games, art projects, movies, swimming(ages 5+) and More! Hot Dogs, Chicken Nuggets, Veggies, and Juice will be served for dinner. Please contact the Hastings Area YMCA for more information contact them at 651-480-8887.
The Pleasant Hill Library will be holding a Book Sale from 10AM to 2PM. There will be a half price sale starting at 1PM.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12TH
Prescott United Church of Christ will be hosting a Sweetheart Dinner Sunday, February 12th at 5:00PM is social hour and 6:00PM is Dinner. Join for a fabulous 4 course dinner. Live entertainment is included tickets are $14 a person. Call 715-262-5668 to make a reservation.
Beyond the Yellow Ribbon will be hosting a change of command ceremony at the Hastings National Guard Armory. Community Members are invited to join. This event will be starting at 2:00PM.
Monday, February 13th
Vermillion DNR Fire Arm Safety Sign-up. Must be 12 by November 1, 2012. Sign-up and First class will be Monday February 13 at the Vermillion City Hall. Time for Sign-up starts at 6:30PM. For more information Contact Pete Braun at 651-437-7611, Earl Robinson at 651-437-1179, or Bruce Holien at 651-437-6580.
STORYTIME FOR BABIES: Will be held at the Pleasant Hill Library from 10:15-11:00 AM. Ages birth-2 yr. Stories, songs, bounces and playtime make this perfect for babies and their caregivers. Meeting Room.
ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE SURVIVAL TRAINING: 6:00-7:30PM. John Olson & Bud Hanzel discuss their book The Do-lt-Yourself Guide to Surviving a Zombie Apocalypse. Meeting Room.
Tuesday February 14th
STORYTIME FOR 2s & 3s: Will be held at the Pleasant Hill Library from 10:30-11:OOAM. Ages 2-3 yr. Stories, rhymes, songs and activities selected to entertain and develop early literacy skills in toddlers. Meeting Room.
Wednesday, February 15th
STORYTIME FOR 4-6 yr: Will be held at the Pleasant Hill Library from 10:30-11:00AM. Ages 4-6 yr. Books, music and movement to help build language and listening skills in preschoolers. Meeting Room.
The Cottage Grove Area Chamber of Commerce Business Luncheon "The Pit Falls of a Good Deed: Does a Good Deed Really go Unpunished?" Speakers: Evon Spangler & Perry de Stefano, Spangler & de Stefano, PLLP Wednesday, February 15th at River Oaks Golf Course at 11:30AM to 1:00PM. Reservations accepted through 12:00PM February 13th. $15.00 for chamber members and $18.00 for non-members. Chamber and non chamber members are welcome. Contact 651-458-8334 with any questions.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16TH
American Red Cross Will be hosting a Blood drive from 12:30PM to 5:30PM, at the Round Bank, 3380 Vermillion River Trail in Farmington.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17TH
American Red Cross will be hosting a Blood Drive from 12:00PM to 6:00PM at the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church located at 2035 West 15th Street in Hastings.
Join the Cottage Grove Area Women's Business Development Group to discover "Business Storytelling". The Meeting will be from 7:45AM to 9:00AM at the Norris Square Presbyterian Homes, 8200 Hadley Avenue in Cottage Grove. The Speaker will be Diane Windingland, Small talk big results.The topic is Beyond Bullet Points-Business Storytelling.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18TH
Cannon River Winery's Second Annual Local Artist Gallery. Cannon River Winery is Hosting their Second Annual Local Artist Gallery. They have invited local artists to spend a day at the Winery showcasing and selling their artwork. The event will run from 12PM to 5PM. In addition there will be live music by local performer, Andrew Walesch from 2PM to 5PM. Cannon River Winery is located Midway between St. Paul and Rochester in the Heart of Downtown Cannon Falls. They offer daily Wine tastings year round and live music every weekend.
The Concert Series has great performances, and make the performing arts real in your life! Bask in the energy of live performances, marvel at the virtuosity, and experience the thrill of a world-class entertainer! Do it all affordable with your family, friends and neighbors! Come Saturday, February 18th at 3:00 PM for the Bottom Line Duo!
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 20TH
The American Red Cross will be hosting a Blood Drive from 1:00PM to 7:00PM at the Church of St. Joseph, 13900 Biscayne Avenue West in Rosemount.
Tuesday, February 21st
American Red cross will be hosting blood Drives at 2 different locations. 8:00AM to 12:00PM at the Dakota County Western Service Center 14955 Galaxie Avenue in Apple Valley. The second location is from 11:00Am to 4:00PM, Apple Valley Medical Center, 14655 Galaxie Avenue in Apple Valley .
The Dakota County Pleasant Hill Library Will be hosting the Discussion for Adults and Teens. There will be refreshments while discussing Robert Hicks, The widow of the South. The event starts at 6:30 PM.
STORYTIME FOR 2s & 3s: 10:30-11:OOAM. Ages 2-3 yr. Stories, rhymes, songs and activities selected to entertain and develop early literacy skills in toddlers. Meeting Room.
Wednesday, February 22nd
STORYTIME FOR 4-6 yr: Will be held at the Pleasant Hill Library from 10:30-11:00AM. Ages 4-6 yr. Books, music and movement to help build language and listening skills in preschoolers. Meeting Room.
Thursday, February 23rd
American Red Cross will be hosting a Blood Drive from 8:00AM to 1:00PM at the Dakota County Government Complex, 1590 Highway 55 in Hastings.
High School students and staff are invited to the media center to discuss Avi's Iron Thunder. The compelling plot will make for an interesting discussion. Start reading the book today. this event will start at 2:50 PM.
Friday February 24th
Hastings reads event at the YMCA the event is for families with children in elementary school. Pat Bauer and David Geister are not only the author and illustrator of B is for Battle cry, they are also living-history actors. You do not need to be a member of the YMCA, and no registration is required.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25TH
The American Red Cross will be hosting a Blood Drive from 8:00AM to 1:00PM at the Caribou Coffee 14638 Cedar Avenue in Apple Valley.
There will be an event, "Connecting Through Stories" on Saturday, February 25th from 11 a.m.-noon at Schaar's Bluff Gathering Center, Spring Lake Park Reserve. This free event for all ages will explore African American history and culture through stories, music, and your imagination with artists Danielle Daniel and Alphonse Bolden, Sr.
Sunday, February 26th
Hastings reads event Almost to freedom will be taking place at the Steppingstone Theatre at 1:30 PM. Families with children in grades 2-8 are invited to attend the play Almost to Freedom. Tickets include bus transportation and the cost is $12.
Wednesday, February 29th
The Hastings Reads event Avi- Author Visit at 6:30 PM located in the HMS Auditorium. Bring one of his books for an autograph.
The American Red Cross will be hosting a Blood Drive from 10:30AM to 3:30PM at the Minnesota School of Business, 17685 Juniper Path in Lakeville.
MARCH 2012
Thursday, March 1st
The Dakota County Sheriff's office will be hosting an eight week "Citizen Academy". This is an educational program designed to learn more about law enforcement. The academy will be held on eight consecutive Thursdays, beginning March 1st and concluding April 19th. Each session will run from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.
The American Cancer will bring a welcome touch of Spring to the area during the week of March 12th. This is the week of its annual Daffodil Days celebration. This fundraising event brings thousands of "flowers of hope" to the area. Money raised during Daffodil Days funds national cancer research along with education and patient service programs locally. Donna Most and Julie Fiedler are representing the distribution of the daffodils in the Prescott area. You may place your order by calling 715-262-5000. The Daffodils will arrive the week of March 12, 2012.
SATURDAY, MARCH 3RD
There is a salute to our military and veteran families. Open public skating at the Hastings Civic Arena. Honor our Military and Families by bringing a nonperishable food item for our supporting sponsor, Hastings Family Service in its mission to provide assistance and support to our neighbors. The event starts at 7:45PM to 9:15PM.
SATURDAY, MARCH 31ST
Honoring all servicewomen past and present. There will be a luncheon at the VFW Post #295, 111 South Concord Exchange, South St. Paul, MN 55075. Registration can be turned into Marilyn Rothecker, 356 13th Ave N, South St. Paul, MN 55075 by march 15th the cost is $10.00. For more information contact Marilyn at 651-451-6007.
APRIL 2012
SATURDAY, APRIL 21ST
The Concert Series has great performances, and make the performing arts real in your life! Bask in the energy of live performances, marvel at the virtuosity, and experience the thrill of a world-class entertainer! Do it all affordably with your family, friends and neighbors! Come Saturday, April 21st at 3:00 PM for the Mac Frampton Triumvirate!
MAY 2012
FRIDAY, MAY 4TH
The 5th Annual American Cancer Society Hope Lodge Fiesta "A Celebration of Life" will be on Friday, May 4th at 6 p.m. The event will be held at Windows on Minnesota on the 50th floor of the IDS Center in Minneapolis. The gala will feature a spectacular live and silent auction, live entertainment and music, as well as an online auction leading up to and following the event. Proceeds from this event will go directly to fund the Richard M. Schulze Family American Cancer Society Hope Lodge. For sponsorship, tickets, or more information contact Gia DeMedici at 651-255-8162 or gia.demedici@cancer.org. For more information about the American Cancer Society Hope Lodge call toll-free1-800-227-2345 or visit www.cancer.org.
THURSDAY, MAY 10TH
The Hastings National Guard Armory will be hosting a kids consignment and business expo starting May 10th through the 12th. Now accepting consignors, vendors, and volunteers. Public sales hours are Friday at 8 AM to 6 PM. Free goody bags to the first 100 shoppers. Saturday hours are 8 AM to Noon. Most items are 50% off. For more information see the website at FlipFlopKidSwap.com
TILL FURTHER NOTICE:
***Hastings Family Service is currently in dire need of brown paper grocery bags. Hastings Family Service goes through about 1600 bags every month, and would greatly appreciate donations of bags. Bags can be dropped off at 301 2nd Street East in Hastings Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM, Thursdays from 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM, and Saturdays from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Dakota County’s Adopt-A-Highway Program seeks volunteer groups. The Dakota County Adopt-A-Highway program is giving volunteer groups a 30 inch by 24 inch sign that prominently displays the group’s name. The Dakota County Transportation staff is looking for volunteer groups committed to cleaning up a 2-mile stretch along county highways. It’s a great opportunity for groups to give back to the community. The groups make a 2-year commitment to clean up the highway twice a year. To volunteer or for more information, call 952-891-7900.
An exciting new web-based network for volunteers and volunteer opportunities is being launched in the Hastings community and the United Way of Hastings is pleased to spearhead this effort! The new web-based volunteer network will allow your organization to post volunteer opportunities and match those opportunities with volunteers! You will be able to log on to www.unitedwayofhastings.org and click volunteer. The cost is $20.00 per organization annually, and is free for volunteers! With questions, contact Mari Mellick at mari@unitedwayofhastings.org.
Dakota County Libraries has a new resource to help job seekers-JobNow. It's a real-time online resume and job interview coaching resource. Anyone with a Dakota County Library Card and Internet access can long on and contact with a carefully-screened job coach who will offer resume feedback, interview coaching and other tips. The service is available from 1-11PM seven days a week. Coaching sessions are also available in either English or Spanish. To learn more go to www.dakotacounty.us and search "JobNow".
The Hastings Toastmasters are meeting every Thursday evening at 6:30-7:30 PM and is open to the general public. Since 1924, Toastmasters International has helped millions of men and women become more confident in front of an audience. The network of clubs and their learn-by-doing program help people become better speakers and leaders. For more information visit www.d6tm.org or www.toastmasters.org. These meetings will be held at Hastings High School Room A101 200 General Sieben Drive Hastings, MN 55033.
The Dakota County Historical Society and Burnsville Performing Arts Center are pleased to announce a new benefit for members of the Dakota County Historical Society! Members of the Society will receive discounts on select performances at BPAC. Other membership benefits at the Dakota County Historical Society include: free admission to both society museums and all special events, a subscription to Over the Years, the Society's respected history magazine, free research support at the Society's research library, invitations to members only events and programs, and discounts at both museum stores. Become a member of Dakota County Historical Society and enjoy these and many other benefits. www.dakotahistory.org
Walk the High School Field House Track for overall health benefits through Hastings Community Education. It is open Monday-Friday from 6:30 am-10 pm and Saturdays from 8 am-3 pm. Cost is $12 for the school year months, $6 for Senior Center Members. All registrants are entered in a drawing for a $100 Gift Card from Cub of Hastings. Buttons are available at Community Education and Cub Foods Service Counter. To learn more, visit www.HastingsCommunityEd.com or call 651-480-7670.
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