🌱 Patch AM: How one Eden Prairie Scout solved a church’s space problem

Hi Eden Prairie! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

• How one Eden Prairie Scout solved a church's space problem
• Want to walk and talk city issues with Eden Prairie's mayor?
• How loud are Mystic Lake concerts getting in parts of Eden Prairie?

Also on today's calendar: New Families Night at Legacy Gymnastics! and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Thursday: Periods of sun; less humid, with a high of 67 and low of 43 degrees.
• Friday: Sunshine mixing with clouds, temps: high: 63, low: 49.
• Saturday: An afternoon shower or two, with a high of 67 and low of 49 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Eden Prairie teen completes Eagle project for faith community (eplocalnews.org) — An Eden Prairie High School junior recently completed his Eagle Scout project by building a much-needed storage shed for St. Andrew Lutheran Church, funded with help from local groups like the Eden Prairie Lions and American Legion Post 580. His work is easing space pressures at the growing congregation while showcasing how Scouting in Eden Prairie builds skills, friendships, and a strong commitment to community service.
   

• Winter Walk and Conversation With Mayor Case (eplocalnews.org) — Eden Prairie residents are invited to join Mayor Case on a gentle one-mile Winter Walk at Round Lake Park, with loops, restrooms, and hot chocolate and conversation afterward. The monthly series highlights local cultural and natural spots, and moves inside Eden Prairie Center mall if weather is poor, giving neighbors an easy way to connect and stay active together.
   

• Noise complaints rock a smooth first season at Twin Cities amphitheater (myrtlebeachonline.com) — Residents in southern Eden Prairie are among those hearing late-night bass from concerts at the new Mystic Lake Amphitheater across the Minnesota River, prompting growing noise complaints. Shakopee officials and venue operator Live Nation say they're testing fixes like sound monitoring and new sensors while keeping the 11 p.m. curfew, as nearby bars and many concertgoers praise the venue's first season.
   

📸 Around Eden Prairie

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Eden Prairie

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★ Featured events ★

Friday October 2
• New Families Night at Legacy Gymnastics! →
  7593 Corporate Way, Eden Prairie
  5:00 pm

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Other local events

Thursday October 1
• Music Concert
  CMS Performing Arts Center
  7:00 pm
Friday October 2
• Arboretum Apple House →
  Arboretum AppleHouse, 7485 Rolling Acres Rd, Victoria
  9:00 am
• Harvest Sale Weekend! →
  University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Dr, Chaska
  9:00 am
• Colors Of Fall Sensory Play (12m-6y) →
  7566 Market Pl Dr., Eden Prairie, Minnesota
  10:00 am
• Invasive Species Removal Riley Creek Conservation Area →
  Riley Creek CA – Tilia Ridge Entrance, 17256 Tilia Ridge, Eden Prairie
  10:00 am
• Back to School Picnic/Homecoming
  Prairie View Elementary School, 17255 Peterborg Road, Eden Prairie
  5:00 pm
• Kids Night Out: Clay Puppy Studio (5-12 y) →
  7566 Market Pl Dr., Eden Prairie, Minnesota
  5:30 pm
Saturday October 3
• Apple & Pumpkin Harvest Day →
  University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Dr, Chaska
  10:00 am
Sunday October 4
• No Carve Pumpkin Party (2-4 y) →
  7566 Market Pl Dr., Eden Prairie, Minnesota
  10:45 am
• Harvest Sale Weekend! →
  University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Dr, Chaska
  11:00 am
Tuesday October 6
• Women With Spirit Bible Study →
  Pax Christi Catholic Community, 12100 Pioneer Trail, Eden Prairie
  9:30 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• This cat is loose at the corner of hallmark and Edenvale.
  Traffic! Very affectionate. Anyone? Call me 952-210-2296. I went door to door with this one until it walked on to the deck of a house in the… (Nextdoor Woodland Addition)

• Illinois Tool Works, Inc. posted a job opening for Material Handler in Eden Prairie. Apply here.
• Hartfiel Automation posted a job opening for Accounts Payable Clerk in Eden Prairie. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Eden Prairie here.

🗞 Nearby News

Edina

• Neighbors gather for public safety meeting following 2 Edina shootings (cbsnews.com)
• Dale Roger Findley – Fargo, ND (battlelakereview.com)
• The Only Frozen Pizza You Should Buy, According To 4 Italian Chefs (allrecipes.com)

Minnetonka

• Eden Prairie, Excelsior and Minnetonka calendar Oct. 1-7 (hometownsource.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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