225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.

AirVenture, held each year in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, is the World's Greatest Aviation Celebration and Air Show! Attracting more that 100,000 aviation enthusiasts annually, the event features something for everyone!
With gas prices on the rise, it is important to find vacation destinations that won't require expensive flights or full days of driving. AirVenture provides days of fun and is right here in the Midwest!
The event is hosted by the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA), which has chapters all over the world, including several right here in the Minnesota!

Shakopee's annual summertime festival Derby Days celebration is four days of fun-filled activities that include Taste of Shakopee, Teen Dance, Kiddie Parade, Soapbox Derby, Big Bouncy Rides, Fireworks, and much, much more. There are over 40 activities to choose from and lots of FREE events. For more information, check out http://www.shakopeederbydays.com/.

Scott Carver Threshers festival
What: 45th annual old-time Harvest Steam & Gas Engine Festival
When: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., Aug 1 & 2; 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Aug. 3
Where: St. Lawrence Township, near Jordan
Admission: $7 for adults; free for children under 12
More info: www.scottcarverthreshers.org or 952-492-2062

Jordan Alers at Veseli, 8 p.m.

225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.

AirVenture, held each year in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, is the World's Greatest Aviation Celebration and Air Show! Attracting more that 100,000 aviation enthusiasts annually, the event features something for everyone!
With gas prices on the rise, it is important to find vacation destinations that won't require expensive flights or full days of driving. AirVenture provides days of fun and is right here in the Midwest!
The event is hosted by the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA), which has chapters all over the world, including several right here in the Minnesota!

Shakopee's annual summertime festival Derby Days celebration is four days of fun-filled activities that include Taste of Shakopee, Teen Dance, Kiddie Parade, Soapbox Derby, Big Bouncy Rides, Fireworks, and much, much more. There are over 40 activities to choose from and lots of FREE events. For more information, check out http://www.shakopeederbydays.com/.

Scott Carver Threshers festival
What: 45th annual old-time Harvest Steam & Gas Engine Festival
When: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., Aug 1 & 2; 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Aug. 3
Where: St. Lawrence Township, near Jordan
Admission: $7 for adults; free for children under 12
More info: www.scottcarverthreshers.org or 952-492-2062

Bob Lau’s vineyard is well situated in Blue Earth County to demonstrate the first three years of vineyard establishment in Southern Minnesota. Bob has planted all University of Minnesota, cold-hardy varieties and will market to the growing Minnesota wine industry beginning this year. As we walk from 1st year vines to 3rd year vines, U of M Vineyard Manager, John Thull, will dis-cuss the various aspects of establishment including variety selection and management strategies. Bob Lau will share his unique perspective as a grape grower in Blue Earth County. Join us for this exciting afternoon!

225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.

AirVenture, held each year in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, is the World's Greatest Aviation Celebration and Air Show! Attracting more that 100,000 aviation enthusiasts annually, the event features something for everyone!
With gas prices on the rise, it is important to find vacation destinations that won't require expensive flights or full days of driving. AirVenture provides days of fun and is right here in the Midwest!
The event is hosted by the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA), which has chapters all over the world, including several right here in the Minnesota!

Shakopee's annual summertime festival Derby Days celebration is four days of fun-filled activities that include Taste of Shakopee, Teen Dance, Kiddie Parade, Soapbox Derby, Big Bouncy Rides, Fireworks, and much, much more. There are over 40 activities to choose from and lots of FREE events. For more information, check out http://www.shakopeederbydays.com/.

Jordan Alers vs. Hanska, 5 p.m., Mini Met

Scott Carver Threshers festival

What: 45th annual old-time Harvest Steam & Gas Engine Festival

When: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., Aug 1 & 2; 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Aug. 3

Where: St. Lawrence Township, near Jordan

Admission: $7 for adults; free for children under 12

More info: www.scottcarverthreshers.org or 952-492-2062

225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.

A meeting of the Jordan City Council is scheduled to begin at 6:30
p.m. Monday, Aug. 4.

The Jordan Government Center is located at 210 First St. E. Meetings
generally take place in the city council chamber in the basement of the
city hall.

225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.

Jordan Brewers vs. Green Isle, 7:30 p.m. at Mini-Met

225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.

225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.

225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.

225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.

Seven Story Farm is a small-scale, diversified enterprise located near Belle Plaine. Grower, Heidi Morlock specializes in woody florals, small fruits, and nuts. The property also provides an excellent ex-ample of an on-site, restored wetland. Heidi is very concerned about biodiversity on her farm and works to integrate native plants into her marketing and farm plans. During this informative afternoon, Heidi will share her experiences establishing, managing, and marketing the many diverse features of the farm.

225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.

225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.

The Jordan School Board meets at 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 11.

Meetings generally take place in the boardroom at the District 717 office, which is located in Jordan Middle School, 500 Sunset Drive.

For more information, call the district office at 952-492-6200.

225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.

A meeting of the Jordan Planning Commission is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 12.

The Jordan Government Center is located at 210 First St. E. Meetings
generally take place in the city council chamber in the basement of the
city hall.

225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.

The Scott Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors will be having its monthly meeting on Wednesday, August 13, 2008 at 8:00 a.m. at their office in the Scott County Extension and Conservation Center within the Scott County Fairgrounds in Jordan. Meetings are open to the public. For more information please contact Shelly Tietz at (952) 492-5412. Visit our website at www.scottswcd.org.

The city of Jordan will host an informational meeting in regard to installing some kind of traffic control at the intersection of Creek Lane and Highway 282.

Two suggestions -- a roundabout or stoplight -- have been made and studied by the city engineer. 

The public is invited to attend the meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 13, at the Jordan High School lecture room. The high school is located at 600 Sunset Drive.

For more information, call 952-492-2535. 

225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.

The public is invited to attend a free family day on Saturday, Aug. 16, at Huber Park in Shakopee from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. for a “Legacy of Hope” celebration to mark Southern Valley Alliance for Battered Women’s 25th year of providing services to victims of domestic violence in Carver and Scott counties.

The afternoon will be filled with huge inflatable adventures for kids, live entertainment provided by the Swamp Kings and the JNH band, free games, prizes and treats. A short program will take place at 3 p.m. followed by the presentation of some giveaways.

Jordan Legion vs. Lardon, Kan., 3:30 p.m.

American Legion Central Plains Regional Tournament 

225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.

The 12th annual Harley Heaven Memorial Motorcycle Run is scheduled for Aug. 16.

Registration at Brewers Bar in Jordan begins at 10 a.m. Brunch is available.

The run leaves at noon sharp, rain or shine.

225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.

If you go…
What: Marystown Festival
When: Starting at 11 a.m. Sunday
Where: The Church of St. Mary of the Purification, 15850 Marystown Road in Shakopee
Cost: Admission if free; there is charge for food and games

Marystown Fest is Sunday
Ruth Anne Maddox of the Shakopee Valley News reports:

I wanted to let everyone know that three major-selling pop-rock bands are coming to Southdale Center and Maplewood Mall on Aug. 16th and 17th: A Cursive Memory, Your Vegas, and Kate Voegele. They’re performing FREE concerts at those malls as part of a national tour put on by the malls’ owner, Simon Property Group. The concert starts at 2 pm on the 16th and 3 pm on the 17th.

State tournament

Jordan Brewers vs. Miesville, 7:30 p.m., Chaska Athletic Park 

225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.

I wanted to let everyone know that three major-selling pop-rock bands are coming to Southdale Center and Maplewood Mall on Aug. 16th and 17th: A Cursive Memory, Your Vegas, and Kate Voegele. They’re performing FREE concerts at those malls as part of a national tour put on by the malls’ owner, Simon Property Group. The concert starts at 2 pm on the 16th and 3 pm on the 17th.

225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.

A regular meeting of the Jordan City Council is scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 18. A work session will immediately follow. 

The Jordan Government Center is located at 210 First St. E. Meetings generally take place in the city council chamber in the basement of the city hall.

225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.

A meeting of the Jordan Economic Development Authority is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug.19.  

The Jordan Government Center is located at 210 First St. E. Meetings generally take place in the city council chamber in the basement of the city hall.

225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.

225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.

A student lead youth group called Step Up started this summer at the hub we have been putting on services every thursday from 7 to 8:30 and now the school is starting we have decided to change the services to sunday night due to sports. We thought that it would be pretty awsome to have our first sunday service with our parents so Sunday September 7 we are having a Step Up family Block Pary on water st. from 6pm to 9pm hope to see you there!!!

225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.

225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.

225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.

225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.

A meeting of the Jordan Parks and Recreation Commission is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 25.

The Jordan Government Center is located at 210 First St. E. Meetings
generally take place in the city council chamber in the basement of the
city hall.

225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.

A meeting of the Jordan Public Safety Committee is scheduled to begin at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 26.

The Jordan Government Center is located at 210 First St. E. Generally, city meetings that are open to the public take place in the city council chamber in the basement of the city hall.

Jordan vs. Norwood Young America, 7:30 p.m.

225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.

225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.

225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.

Jordan Football at Rockford, 7 p.m.

225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.

The Scott County Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Facility and RE-USE Room will be closed on Saturday, August 30th, in observance of the Labor Day Holiday Weekend. They will reopen for normal operation on Wednesday, September 3rd.

225 Water Street Creative Arts is holding our second Recycled Art Contest in Jordan, Minnesota.

Our last contest was won by 14 year old, Storm Moll of Belle Plaine, Minnesota with her winning entry "Don't throw Peace Away."

We're in search of our next best “Trashformation” artist! The Recycled Art Contest is open to recycled artists ages 10 and older.

Entries will be displayed at 225 Water Street starting September 1st and the winning entries will be announced September 6th and cash prizes will be awarded for the top three finalists.