South Hennepin News

an. 21. From 10 a.m - 1 p.m. join us at Fire Station 1 to meet firefighters, see firetruck displays and more!

CITY OF EDEN PRAIRIE: Good friends and lots of fun in the sun we have so many great memories from last summer’s day camps!

Be a part of all the fun, make a difference and build valuable skills (all while earning some )! Apply to be a summer camp counselor with Eden Prairie Parks and Recreation.

CITY OF EDINA: Come out to Southdale Center on Saturday Jan. 21 for Walk With the Mayor!

The event will be from 9-10 a.m. Participants should meet in the center court of the mall near the Teddy B's Gourmet Popcorn kiosk.

CITY OF HOPKINS: Check out the upcoming lunch and learns at the Hopkins Activity Center

$10 per session, $8 for members. Registration is required to attend.

ALICE SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Gather your family & friends and dance the night away at our Valentine's Dance!

This event can only happen with your help; please sign up to volunteer

CITY OF EDEN PRAIRIE: Wondering what to do with broken or unwanted holiday light strands?

Drop them off for proper disposal at any Eden Prairie liquor location through Friday, Jan. 13.

CITY OF EDINA: Ready to make a difference in the City of Edina?

Consider applying for appointment to one of the Edina City Council’s advisory boards or commissions! No experience necessary.

CITY OF HOPKINS: Public Works crews will be collecting Christmas trees free of charge from Hopkins residential garbage customers the week of January 9

You do not need to call to schedule this service – simply place your tree on the boulevard (no alley pick-ups) by 6 a.m. on your garbage day.

RICHFIELD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL: Last month the Southwest Christian Richfield hockey team held their annual alumni game!

It was a great event to celebrate the history of Richfield hockey, with graduates and coaches (going back to 2002) playing together as one team.

ALICE SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: These scholars have been Respectful, Responsible, & Ready to Learn and have been awarded

These scholars have been Respectful, Responsible, & Ready to Learn and have been awarded prizes today in our weekly drawing of students who have received PAW tickets.

CITY OF MINNETONKA: If you are behind on your mortgage or worried about foreclosure due to the pandemic, #HomeHelpMN from Minnesota Housing may be able to help.

HomeHelpMN is accepting applications from homeowners who have past-due expenses, including mortgage, contract for deed, property taxes, homeowners insurance, homeowner association fees, Tribal land lease and more.

CITY OF MINNETRISTA: National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning effective until 6:00pm

The total snow accumulation is 4-10 inches throughout the day. Please slow down and use caution while driving!

CITY OF EDEN PRAIRIE: Mark your calendars! Winter Blast takes place Saturday, Jan. 7.

Consider it the ultimate winter afternoon adventure — complete with snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, ice skating, sledding, winter-themed crafts, a horse-drawn carriage and more!

CITY OF EDINA: The Minnehaha Creek, Arden Park restoration project

The Minnehaha Creek, Arden Park restoration project which worked to improve water quality, restore stream health and habitat and increase access to the creek (among other goals) was recognized with a national engineering award.

CITY OF HOPKINS: Have you recently purchased a home in Hopkins?