Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Presidential change
It has been my honor and pleasure to serve as the president of the Eagan Rotary Club this last year. June 30th marks the end of my presidential year; July 1st begins John Rhody's year as club president. I handed him the framed Eagan Rotary Charter certificate which has hung on my office wall during these past 12 months. Now it will hang on his wall. Congratulations & good luck, John!
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
"Backdrafters" pedal for charity
In 1996, Doug Lange (3rd from left) started the "Backdrafters" bike team in Eagan. A former firefighter, he and others gather for biking and especially to raise $$$ for Multiple Sclerosis. During the recent 150 mile, 2 day annual MS ride from Duluth to the Twin Cities, over 100 team riders raised almost $70,000 in sponsoring pledges.
Erik's bike shop also sponsors the team and supports the weekly 25 mile, Thursday evening rides from May through mid-August. Keep pedaling!
Monday, June 28, 2010
Eagan Rotarian series #16
Dr. Robert W. Hegerman graduated from the University of Minnesota - Duluth and completed his Optometry degree at the University of Missouri. Rob and 5 other Optometrists run Yankee Eye Clinic with locations in Eagan and Rosemount. An Eagan Rotary Club president in 2003, Rob's a really nice guy who can help you with any eye needs.
Sunday, June 27, 2010
It's getting political!
Saturday, June 26, 2010
"Hometown heros" plaza kick-off
The Eagan Lioness Club and American Legion Post 594 are spearheading the new memorial/tribute plaza at Eagan's Central Park to recognize residents who have served with the military, fire and police departments.
Left to right: Colleen Eull (Eagan Lioness Club), Neil Brodin (sculptor for project), Tom Mullon (American Legion), Police Chief Jim McDonald, Fire Chief Mike Scott and Bud Johnson (Beyond the Yellow Ribbon). They gathered behind the Eagan Rotary bandshell for the kick-off of the project scheduled for completion before October 2010. The project received $100,000 from a state bonding bill and Eaganites are fundraising the remaining $50,000.
Friday, June 25, 2010
Momma turtle at the park
Thursday, June 24, 2010
Eagan dog series #20
Allison's neighbor, Peg, was walking by before my birthday dinner at her house. We ran out to see her and her dogs. Molly in the front carrying pack is a "Papillon" and a bit of a DIVA dog. Melvin, on the left, is an "English/American Cocker Spaniel." Peg's dog-sitting Melvin. Charlie, in middle, is an older dog. Both Charlie and DJ (on right) are "Wire-haired Fox Terriers." Molly rides in the front pack because she & DJ tussle while walking!
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Lakes of Eagan series #5
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
An artist's book signing
Almost 40 people gathered under the green canopy of the tall, old trees of the Caponi Art Park's backyard. Antony Caponi, founder and artistic director of Caponi Art park, read from his newly released book, "Voice from the Mountains," and signed copies. His memoir begins by telling about Tony leaving his village in the Apennine Mountains of Italy at age 15 for America. To order a copy, go to:
Monday, June 21, 2010
Glad Midsommar!
Sunday, June 20, 2010
Horse path under bridge
Pilot Knob Road runs north and south over this bridge. Under this bridge, one could often see horse riders from the adjacent Diamond T horse ranch. That ranch is now the Steeplechase neighborhood with about 100 homes on it. Sometimes we still see some horse-tracks on the path but it's been a long time since I've seen a horse there...
To see other bridges in Louis la Vache's BRIDGE series meme, click here:
Saturday, June 19, 2010
Search & rescue guys
Friday, June 18, 2010
Beer & 'ball
Thursday, June 17, 2010
My Rotarian buddies
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
LakeFest 2010
On Saturday, June 12, the City of Eagan held its "LakeFest 2010" at Blackhawk Park. In honor of "Take a Kid Fishing Day," residents could fish with their children ages 16 and younger without a license; bait and equipment were provided. A water resources specialist displayed a huge tank filled with many of the local fish species.
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Wish you were here...
"The Newbies" wish our card playing buddy were in Eagan but he's off gallivanting in Namibia with his wife. We decided to play the HEARTS card game in his absentia anyway. His birthday was June 8 and my birthday was June 14 so we celebrated the birthdays with cake, snacks and wine! Hurry home, buddy, so you don't miss any more wild parties!
Monday, June 14, 2010
Happy Birthday to me!
Today's my BIRTHDAY! It's also my identical twin brother's birthday and America's "Flag Day!" Allison and Steven invited us over for dinner at their house on Saturday night. They have four daughters and we have three daughters. 'Twas a scrumptious dinner of barbecued chicken, mashed potatoes, freshly minted fruit salad, green beans, bread and yummy wine. And finally the chocolate BIRTHDAY CAKE with ice cream!
Sunday, June 13, 2010
That was then, this is now
This new park & ride station was built last winter at 4035 Nicols Road. Take a look back then at the station during winter - click here. Their grand opening was held on May 26, 2010.
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Eagan's got talent!
Friday, June 11, 2010
300,000 pounds for the foodshelf
The City of Eagan surpassed its goal of collecting 150,000 pounds of food for the Eagan Resource Center (foodshelf) already in the first 3 months into the year. So Eagan set a new goal to double the orginal amount in celebration of the city's 150th anniversary! More than 60 businesses and organizations and thousands of citizens are helping. This goal meter sits up against the Eagan City Hall building off Pilot Knob Road.
Go Eagan go!
Go Eagan go!
Thursday, June 10, 2010
"Beep Beep" the Jeep & the guys
Eagan Mayor Mike Maguire and Councilmen Paul Bakken and Gary Hansen together just bought a 1970 AMC Jeep for $1,800 to use during their re-election campaign. All three guys are bidding for another 4 year term in the upcoming November 2 election.
An old right sided steering wheel equipped Jeep is perfect for stuffing mailboxes with their informational campaign brochures. "Beep Beep," formerly a U.S. mail truck, has driven over 107,000 miles and was found on Craig's List from an owner in Fergus Falls.
Good luck guys! Good luck "Beep Beep" the Jeep!
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Au revoir 'a Isabelle
Today our friend, Isabelle, is moving back to France with her three daughters after living for 9 years in Minnesota. Her husband, Bruno, has already returned to Paris to begin his new job. We've enjoyed becoming friends, sharing meals and fun times together. It's sad to say good-bye until the next time. Isabelle and I enjoyed a farewell lunch last week at the "Pardon my French" cafe' and wine bar off Cliff Road. First course = ham & cheese crepes with salads; second course = scrumptious desserts. Bon voyage, Isabelle!
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
New Hagen Financial Network Office
Allison and I moved my HFN office up the hallway from the old office of almost 5 years last Friday. The new office has French doors, transom windows, fancy blue carpet, lots of windows and a balcony with views of large oak trees.
I work as a financial advisor and also sell Medicare supplement insurance. First a friend of my wife's, Allison has now worked with me for 4 years. We're good friends and have a lot of fun in the HFN office! www.HagenFN.com
Monday, June 7, 2010
Purple power
Sunday, June 6, 2010
Caution: Ditch Witch!
Saturday, June 5, 2010
City light poles
Friday, June 4, 2010
Dream house series #11
Thursday, June 3, 2010
Zippy Z4 Car 4 U
This fast and fancy BMW Z4 two seater convertible was parked outside my office. I wished I could have taken it for a test drive. Actually, I would have been happy with a test ride! For more info, click here.
Average price = $46,000 - 52,000
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
Woher kommt Herr Pinzgauer?
Walking through an elementary school parking lot, I spotted this unusual vehicle trying to blend in with the "normal" cars. A Pinzgauer is a high mobility all-terrain military utility vehicle. The prototype was developed in 1969 and production began in 1971. For more information on this vehicle, click here.
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Heavenly food
The June 1 theme day for the City Daily Photo blog community is "funny signs."
Here in Minnesota and especially Eagan, the Lutherans love to have potluck dinners. Everyone brings a "dish to pass" - usually all the dishes are put on long buffet tables. Families with last names starting A - F bring hotdishes, families G - N bring salads, families O - R bring vegetables and families S - Z bring desserts!
Bon appetit!
Click here to view thumbnails for all participants
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