February 8, 2012 Edition
Serving Belle Plaine and Surrounding Communities for Over 131 Years
Annoucements
952-873-2261
Web Edition
Community Services
Nelson Ladd • Community Services Director
130 S. Willow St., Belle Plaine
www.belleplaine.k12.mn.us
Office Hours: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Phone 873-2411
Pre-registration is needed for all programs and activities
IS ANIMAL COMMUNICATION A BUNCH OF HOOEY?
Fact or Fiction? Can people really talk with animals? Find out for yourself as internationally known animal communicator Janet Roper explains what animal communication is and how YOU can use it as an everyday, ordinary tool to find out what’s going on from your pet’s perspective. In this class you will learn simple ways to connect with your pet as well as have the opportunity to experience animal communication in action. Janet is host of the weekly Talk2theAnimalsRadio program as well as an internationally acclaimed author and speaker about animals and animal communication, animal advocate and animal communicator. She has happily owned and managed by 3 cats, 2 dogs, and 1 horse. You can find out more about Janet at www. Talk2theAnimalsRadio.com and www.Talk2theAnimals. com DATES: Session 1: Monday, February 13 7-8:30 pm Session 2: Saturday, March 10 10-11:30 am Session 3: Monday, April 16 7-8:30 pm LOCATION: District Center, Rm. 202 INSTRUCTOR: Janet Roper COST: $20.00
BEADED MEMORY WIRE BRACELET
Beads beads beads! Everyone has beads and has no idea what to do with them! This class will teach you how to make a simple bracelet, which is eye catching, doesn’t break easily, and one size fits everyone! A memory wire bracelet holds its shape and is very easy to put on by yourself. A wide variety of colors in seed beads will be provided for the class. All you need to bring is yourself! Although, I will be supplying seed beads, if your eyes strain easily I would recommend bringing your own little table lamp. This class is a great idea for a girl’s night. Once you get the hang of beading it is really easy to talk during! This class is for ages 10 years old and up. DATES: Thurs, Jan 12th, 7-8pm and/or Tues, Feb 21st, 5-6 pm or 6:30-7:30 LOCATION: Oak Crest Elementary, Art Room INSTRUCTOR: Kendra Panning COST: $14.00 (supplies included)
8 Little Known Strategies to Help Pay Long Term Care
This is an excellent follow-up to the “How to be an Executor” class. If you haven’t purchased traditional long term care insurance because of its cost or because you’re now uninsurable or because you’re just not going to buy something you might never use, then this workshop is for you. There are many permissible strategies – at least 8 – for repositioning assets in a way that might better help you to pay for long term care. Some require no health questions and none of them are use-it-or-lose-it. In fact, you may already have in place one or two of the ideas and just don’t realize it. This educational workshop has been well received by previous attendees here and with other community education programs. Presenters will include a licensed insurance agent who understands each strategy to be discussed. (An anonymous pre-class survey will need to be completed online after you register.) DATE: Saturday, February 25 TIME: 9-11:30 am (coffee and donuts provided) LOCATION: District Center, Rm 202 INSTRUCTOR: Mark Santelman COST: $10.00
BASIC DIGITAL
SLR PHOTOGRAPHY
In this basic class we will learn all the dial and menu settings on your camera and their purpose. We will cover the fundamentals of SLR photography, composition and accessories and how to achieve fantastic photographs. Bring your digital SLR camera and manual to class. DATE : Monday, March 5 TIME: 6-9 pm LOCATION: District Center, Rm. 202 INSTRUCTOR: Amanda Bivens COST: $55.00
BASIC PHOTOSHOP
Discover a great introduction to Photoshop, no knowledge of this image editing software is needed. We start with the name and function of the common tools. We will work with photos and how to crop images, control brightness/contrast, changing the image size and resolution. Learn how to save & print images, send as email attachments or compress images for webpages. Enhance digital or scanned photos with the use of layers, filters and palettes. DATE: Monday, March 12 TIME: 6-9 pm LOCATION: BPHS, Computer Lab INSTRUCTOR: Amanda Bivens COST: $55.00
HOW TO RAISE A MONEYSMART CHILD
This seminar is a great way for parents and grandparents to learn some tools and techniques for talking with their children and grandchildren about money. This class is suitable for Adults with children ages 4–12 years old. DATE: Tues., March 20 TIME: 7-8:30 pm LOCATION: District Center, Rm. 202 INSTRUCTOR: Ashton Pankonin, Edward Jones® Financial Advisor COST: FREE
Tae Kwon Do
This is the Korean martial art of Tae Kwon Do. Students will learn self defense, self control, history, sparring and techniques needed to test in the beginning level of Tae Kwon Do. Advanced students will continue on at their own pace. Students attending class in BP are also welcome to train at other Kroells Karate Club locations at no additional cost. For 6 year olds and up. SESSION 1I: DATES: Wednesdays, Feb. 15–March 21 TIME: 6:30-7:30 pm LOCATION: Chatfield Elem, Activity Rm INSTRUCTOR: Linda Kroells COST: $36.00/session
SCHOOLHOUSE CHESS FOR BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE PLAYERS
Join Schoolhouse Chess and learn to play the most popular game in the world! This program brings chess pieces to life using creative personalities that fascinate and make learning fun. Class curriculum depends on level of students. Beginners receive an introduction to chess pieces, setup, basic rules including checking, castling and material value. Intermediate players learn sophisticated chess tactics & strategies. All participants receive their own magnetic chess set, Schoolhouse Chess Comic Book, and weekly worksheets. AGE: 3-6 Grade DATES: Wed, Feb 22-March 21 TIME: 3:15-4:15 pm LOCATION: Oak Crest Elementary, Rm B108 INSTRUCTOR: Mad Science Staff COST: $50.00
LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL
Little League Baseball is designed to continue the development of young baseball players. The 3rd & 4th grade league uses pitching machines and the 5th & 6th grade league uses players as pitchers. Although advanced skills and strategies will be introduced, the primary focus is still to have fun. All players are requested to wear gray pants. Most sporting goods stores carry these. Coaches are volunteer parents. Older division will do some traveling. AGE: 3-6 Grade DATE: Tuesdays & Thursdays, May-July TIME: 6:30 pm LOCATION: Chatfield Elementary, Rec. Fields COST: $60.00 DEADLINE: April 4
LITTLE LEAGUE SOFTBALL
Little League Softball is the first formal softball program for girls 9-12 (grades 3-6) years old. The 3rd & 4th grade league uses both players and coaches as pitchers, and the 5th & 6th grade uses just player pitchers. The player-pitchers are introduced to softball pitching fundamentals. Little League Softball attempts to continue the development of softball players, continuing the basic structure and the skills needed to enjoy success. The emphasis is on fun rather than competition in this program. Both divisions will do some local traveling. Coaches are volunteer parents. AGE: 3-6 Grade DATE: Mondays & Wednesdays, May-July TIME: 6:30 pm LOCATION: 5th & 6th grade, Chatfield Elementary, Rec. Fields 3rd-4th grade, Oak Crest Fields COST: $60.00 DEADLINE: April 4
Little League Baseball/Softball Early Bird Registration and Payment $50.00 Until March 23.
Town & Vicinity
What’s Happening
• Scott County Pheasant's Forever 26th Annual Habitat Fundraising Banquet on Thursday, Feb. 23 @ The Ridges at Sand Creek Golf Course in Jordan. For more information, visit www.scottcountypf.org or call Stacy Dvorak at (612) 202-6119.
• Belle Plaine Run Club, an informal running club for participants who desire to run, socialize, and motivate. For more information and times, call (952) 486-1903.
• City Council Meeting on February 20 at 6 p.m. at Belle Plaine Government Center.
• School Board Meetings at Junior High Library ~ 2nd Monday of each month: meetings are scheduled as a work session; 4th Monday of each month: Regular business meetings for the board, Finance starts at 5:30 p.m. and regular at 6 p.m. For more information or if a holiday interferes, call (952) 873-2400 or go online at www.belleplaine.k12.mn.us
• Southern Valley Alliance for Battered Women now has free on-site childcare available during weekly evening and daytime women's support groups. If you or someone you know is or has been a victim of domestic violence, please call SVA at (952) 873-4214 for more information regarding the times and locations of the groups.
• Senior Citizens Meet Wednesdays & Fridays Cards are played at 1 p.m. at Cardinal Ridge Apts.
Mondays: Mom's/Women's Prayer Group: Meeting from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Call Amy for details and location (952) 484-9100.
Tuesdays: Emotions Anonymous Meeting at St. Anne's Parish Center in Le Sueur. For more information call (507) 665-2644.
Wednesdays & Fridays: Al-Anon Meetings on Wednesdays (only) at 8 p.m. Meetings are held in the hall at the corner of Chestnut-across from St. John Lutheran Church.
Wednesdays, Fridays & Sundays: AA Closed Meetings on Wednesday and Friday at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 7 p.m. Also, NA Meeting open on Sunday at 7 p.m.
Thursdays: Belle Plaine Knitting Group meets at Kingsway Living Center from 6-7:30 p.m. in the Fireside Room or in the Art Gallery. Open to all ages and skill levels. Knitters and crocheters welcome.
Sundays: Bingo at Belle Plaine Vet's Club at 7:30 p.m.
1st Monday of each Month: The Belle Plaine Friends of the Library meet at 6:30 p.m. in the Rose Room, at the Library.
1st and 3rd Wednesday of each Month: Support Groups for Families meet at the Valley Green Workforce Center in Shakopee at 6:30 p.m. and is for families who have a relative with a mental illness. The group is led by trained facilitators who also have a family member with mental illness. The support groups help families develop better coping skills and find strength through sharing experiences. For information, call (952) 890-1669.
1st Tuesday of the Month: Belle Plaine Lions/Board of Directors meet at Borough Bowl in Belle Plaine, at 6:30 p.m.
1st and 3rd Tuesday of each Month: Area Separated and Divorce Support Group meets at St. Wenceslaus Church, lower level, New Prague 7-8:30 p.m. Call Mary (952) 873-6781 for more information.
1st Wednesday of the Month: 10 a.m.: MOMS (Moms Offering Moms Support) Club® of Belle Plaine is a great way to network with other families here in Belle Plaine. For more information, please contact Kelly at bpmomsclub@hotmail.com.
• B.P. Borough Riders Snowmobile Club meets at Sparetime Tavern in Belle Plaine at 7 p.m.
1st Thursday of the Month: B.P. Historical Society Open Meeting at 7 p.m. at the Belle Plaine Library November through April.
4th Monday of the Month: Support Group: Women's Connection for Cancer. For more information contact the 'Ask St. Francis' info. line @ (952) 403-2000
2nd Tuesday of the Month: Belle Plaine Lions/General Membership Meeting at Duets in Belle Plaine, at 7 p.m.
• Minnesota Valley Riders Saddle Club (MVR) monthly meeting at 7:30 p.m. at Neil's Pub Rustic Room. Join in planning and participating in area horse related activities.
• Valley Garden Club: meets monthly. Location varies, see bpgardeners.blogspot.com or call Anne Buesgens (507) 248-3666.
2nd Wednesday of the Month - Scott Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors monthly meeting at 8 p.m. at their office in the Scott County Extension and Conservation Center at the Scott County Fairgrounds in Jordan. For more information, call Shelly at (952) 873-5412.
2nd Thursday of the Month: Sons of the American Legion, American Legion & Auxiliary Mtg. at 7 p.m. at the Vet's Club.
2nd and 4th Thursday of each Month: New Prague Area Toastmasters meet from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the New Prague City Hall, 118 Central Ave. No. Join to develop and enhance your speaking, communication, and leadership skills. For more information, call Carolyn at (952) 873-4489.
2nd Friday of the Month: Steak Fry at the Belle Plaine Vet’s Club, Steak or Shrimp, 5:30-8 p.m.
3rd Monday of the Month: Vet's Club Meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the Club.
3rd Tuesday of the Month: Sportsman's Club Meeting at the Vets Club in Belle Plaine at 7 p.m. For more information, call Maynhardt (952) 873-4395.
• La Leche League Support Meetings at 7 p.m. at Queen of Peace Hospital for breastfeeding mothers. For more information, contact Laura (952) 200-9042 or Kristin (952) 873-2049.
3rd Thursday of the Month: VFW Auxiliary meeting at 7 p.m. at the Vets Club. VFW Men at 7:30 p.m. at the Club.
Gary Kechely of Belle Plaine was named employee of the month at Entegris! He and his car pool friends are enjoying the parking space that this honor comes with. Congratulations Gary!
The fifth grade boys traveling Basketball team and many spectators motored to Howard Lake on Saturday. The boys were victorious over Big Lake and during a nail biting, double overtime match with HLWW, they lost by one point. Bright and early Sunday morning, the team suited up again for a tournament at Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter. With 2 wins and one loss, the boys took home 3rd place. Congratulations players and coaches!
Mike, Melissa, Ryan and Sam Blaszczak of Rosemont spent Saturday evening at the home of Warren and Judy Wolf.
The Belle Plaine Basketball association is holding Youth Night this Friday when the Tigers take on the Hubman. Come on out dressed in black and cheer on the Girls Basketball Team.
