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Meetings

City of Eden Prairie

– The City Council will hold a 5:30 p.m. workshop and a 7 p.m. meeting Tuesday, Nov. 12, in the Council Chambers.

– The Conservation Commission meets at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12, in the Prairie Room.

– The Heritage Preservation Commission meets at 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 21, in the Prairie Room.

– The Housing Task Force meets at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 13, in the Prairie Room.

– The Human Rights and Diversity Commission meets at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14 in the lower level at Eden Prairie Center, 8251 Flying Cloud Drive, Eden Prairie.

– The Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission meets at 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, in the Council Chambers.

– The Planning Commission meets at 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 28, in the Council Chambers.

City meetings are at Eden Prairie City Center, 8080 Mitchell Road, unless otherwise indicated online. Updates to meeting information, meeting replays on the Public Access Channel and specific room assignments are available at edenprairie.org.

Eden Prairie School Board

– The Eden Prairie School Board will meet at 6 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 28, for its regular business meeting and at 6 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4, for its board workshop. Meetings are held at the Administrative Services Center, 8100 School Road, unless otherwise indicated. The most recent board meeting is also replayed on local Public Access Channel 14 at 7 p.m. on Thursdays and 8 a.m. on Mondays.

Free Homebuyers Class

– The Carver County CDA provides “Homestretch” Classes for homebuyers or those interested in learning more about the buying process. Classes will be held from 6-9 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 24, and 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 26. This eight-hour class is required for most down-payment assistance programs and other government loan programs. Provided by certified instructors and industry experts. Learn the ABCs of the largest purchase you will probably make in your lifetime. This class is being offered free of charge. To register, please call 952-556-2801.

The Meridian Group

– Meet with other business owners and executives so you can take control of your business, improve your profitability and create your vision of success. Meetings will be held Oct. 17 and Nov. 5, 7, 20, 21 at the Staybridge Suites, 5150 American Blvd. W., Bloomington. Call John Kurth at 952-942-8560. Reservations are required as space is limited. The website is www.the-meridian-group.com.

Civil Air Patrol

– The U.S. Air Force Auxiliary Viking Squadron offers a cadet aerospace education program for youth ages 12 to 21 years. Senior officer members are age 21 and older. Viking Squadron meets most Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at Grace Church in Eden Prairie, 9301 Eden Prairie Road. For more information contact Maj. Daniel Jorgenson at 952-913-2499 or info@vikingsquadron.com. CAP National Headquarters’ website is gocivilairpatrol.com. The Viking Squadron website is vikingsquadron.com.

Eden Prairie AM Rotary

– The Eden Prairie AM Rotary Club meets at 7:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Bearpath Golf & Country Club. Information available at epamrotary.org or contact Jeanne Zetah at 952-937-0411 or info@epamrotary.org.

Super Communicators Toastmasters

– The Super Communicators Toastmasters meets noon-1 p.m. Thursdays at SuperValu, 11840 Valley View Road, Eden Prairie. Guests are welcome to visit the meeting at no cost. Information at supercommunicators.toastmastersclubs.org.

Eden Prairie MOMS Club

– The Eden Prairie MOMS Club schedules park days, playgroups, kid-friendly potlucks, kids crafts, trips to the zoo and other attractions and much more throughout the year. If you are interested in meeting other Eden Prairie moms, email edenprairiemomsclub@gmail.com or visit the Facebook and Instagram pages “MOMS Club of Eden Prairie” for more information.

Eden Prairie Noon Rotary

– The Eden Prairie Noon Rotary Club meets at noon on Thursdays at Tavern 4&5. Information at epnoonrotary.org or contact Rick Johnson at 952-949-3775 or rick@aibme.com.

EP Women of Today

– Eden Prairie Women of Today meetings are usually at 7 p.m. the third Thursday of each month in the Star Bank community room, 250 Prairie Center Drive. EPWT is committed to service, growth and friendship. The meeting is a great way to see the range of activities and collective enthusiasm of members. Visitors are welcome. For more information, contact Kimberly at president@epwt.org or visit epwt.org.

1 Million Cups Eden Prairie

– This free weekly event brings together entrepreneurs and the Eden Prairie community over free coffee and conversations from 9-10 a.m. every Wednesday. Entrepreneurs will present their company and the community will ask questions and provide feedback. Visit 1millioncups.com/edenprairie for event locations and details. More information at Patrick Donohue at edenprairie@1millioncups.com.

Newcomers Club

– The Newcomers Club’s “Triple C” (Connection Conversation Crew) group meets from 10:30-11:30 a.m. every fourth Tuesday of the month at The Cafe in Grace Church, 9301 Eden Prairie Road. Enter through Door 4. “Participating in Newcomers is a great way to meet new friends, get acquainted with the community and enjoy many activities and special interest groups,” the club says. Information at newcomersmn.com or Kelly at 651-767-2952.

Speakers After Hours

– Join Speakers After Hours Toastmasters Club in Eden Prairie and develop your public speaking and leadership skills. This club invites you to visit any Tuesday from 6-7 p.m. at Supervalu, 11840 Valley View Road, Eden Prairie, room 139. For more information, contact Dr. Leo Parvis at 612-386-7102 or vpm-9218@toastmastersclubs.org.

Super Speakers

– Toastmasters Group meets from 7-8 a.m. on Fridays at Supervalu, 11840 Valley View Road, Eden Prairie. Free for all. Information at 952-294-7410 or Steve Clifton at steve.d.clifton@supervalu.com, or visit 4701.toastmastersclubs.org.

Meditation

– Free Sahaja Yoga Meditation classes by Aseem Sharma are offered from 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. every Saturday at the Eden Prairie Community Center Room 203. Information at freemeditation.com.

Support Groups

Co-dependents Anonymous (CoDA)

– A weekly Codependents Anonymous (CoDA) group meets from 7-8 p.m. on Thursdays at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 16515 Luther Way, Eden Prairie. CoDA is a program of recovery from co-dependence and is a welcoming fellowship of men and women whose common purpose is to develop healthy relationships. CoDA is based on the 12 steps of AA and AlAnon. More information about CoDA can be found at www.coda.org. For information about the group, call Judy M. 612-400-2323 or Jan L. 612-202-2395.

Eden Prairie Mental Health Support Group for Families

– NAMI Minnesota (National Alliance on Mental Illness) sponsors free support groups for families and friends of individuals living with a mental illness. 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 their experiences. A family support group meets from 7-8:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at St. Andrew Lutheran Church, 13600 Technology Drive, Eden Prairie. For information, call Carol at 952-426-0343.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)

– The weight loss support group for men, women and teens meets Thursdays at Prairie Community Church (downstairs), 9145 Eden Prairie Road, Eden Prairie. Weigh-in is from 4:45-5:30 p.m. with the meeting at 5:30 p.m. For more information, contact Diane at 952-934-2883 or visit www.tops.org.

Overeaters Anonymous

– Join Eden Prairie Overeaters Anonymous at the lower level of Pax Cristi Church, 12100 Pioneer Trail, at 9 a.m. on Saturdays. This support group focuses on supportive weight loss and understanding. For more information, call Sarah at 612-730-8422.