Wednesday, January 30, 2013
The services are being conducted to acknowledge people dedicated to public safety, but if time and space permit, county “civilian” couples will be married as well.
The following was released by Hennepin County: The Hennepin County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution allowing Hennepin County 4th Judicial District Court judges to conduct free marriage ceremonies on Valentine’s Day on the Hennepin County Government Center Public Service Level. The services are being conducted to acknowledge people dedicated to public safety. Priority will be given to military (active duty, reserve, National Guard and veterans) and first responder (police, fire, EMT, sheriff’s deputies) couples. If time and space permit, county “civilian” couples as well. The event is being done in collaboration with the county Taxpayer Services Department, which oversees the six county service centers (where couples can apply…
Saturday, January 26, 2013
Check out and sign up for some of the upcoming events Feb. 10-16, 2013 in the Three Rivers Park District.
The following information was provided by Three Rivers Park District. Reservations may be required. Visit the Three Rivers Park District website for more information. Preschool Drop-off: Kits & Cubs: Valentine’s Day Party Monday, Feb. 11, from 1-3 p.m., at Eastman Nature Center, in Elm Creek Park Reserve, Dayton. Drop off the kids to celebrate Valentine’s Day, nature-style. Create beautiful Valentine’s cards for your family. Go on a heart scavenger hunt through the woods. Make a tasty Valentine’s treat for the birds and enjoy a special treat of your own. Cost is $10 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #112216-28. This program is for ages 4-5. Doodlebugs Tuesday, Feb. 12, …
Saturday, January 19, 2013
Planning your evening for Feb. 14? Want to celebrate Valentine’s Day earlier? Three Rivers Park District hosts a variety of activities Feb. 9-14, 2013.
Information provided by Three Rivers Park District. Victorian Valentine’s Dinner Saturday, Feb. 9, from 6-9 p.m. at The Landing-Minnesota River Heritage Park, Shakopee, for a “Victorian Valentine’s Dinner.” Listen to a pianist play romantic melodies as you have hors d’oeuvres and dinner in the intimate Town Hall. Then set out for an evening stroll in the candlelit Town Square where you visit several buildings, each offering a different dessert. Dinner will be served from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Bring your own bottle of wine if you wish — must be 21 or older. Cost is $35 per person and reservations are required by Feb. 6. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #138417-01. This program is for ages 18+. Valentine’s …
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Some schools are keeping sweets out of the classroom.
What's Valentine's Day without candy? Some kids are finding out, as schools extend bans on classroom sweets to holiday celebrations out of concern for students' health. A Massachusetts school's decision to keep candy out has drawn national and international attention and criticism, as well as praise. Parents in Minneapolis, where a policy to promote better student health started last year, see messages like: "Students can bring valentines, but as you are shopping for valentines, please DO NOT purchase valentines with candy or send candy to school for the party." Our 11-year-old broke the news to me a few days ago: The general ban on sugary snacks at her school applies to Valentine's Day. "It's ridiculous," she said. "Fruit snacks are about…
Tina
8:45 pm on Monday, February 4, 2013
Here is a fun one I found on line for kids on Valentine's Day Get a TickleMe Plant Gift Box Set In it you can easily grow a real house plant that moves and closes its leaves when you Tickle it or blow it a KISS! This is a winner! See video http://www.ticklemeplant.com more ›