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Greetings Eden Prairie! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a Miller Park pickleball game turned into a lifesaving rescue
  • How Eden Prairie officers secretly turned tickets into holiday kindness
  • How an Eden Prairie teacher rescues book clubs from chaos

Also on today's calendar: Info Session at PiM Arts High School and 9 more events.

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Today's riddle: I am on a seafood diet. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in Eden Prairiefor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Sunday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 28 and low of 25 degrees.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 38, low: 32.
  • Tuesday: Rain and snow showers, with a high of 43 and low of 18 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!

📰 News we're reading

1. Eden Prairie Council gives lifesaving recognition (hometownsource.com) — An Eden Prairie woman was honored by the City Council for using CPR and a newly installed AED at Miller Park to help save her boyfriend’s life after he collapsed during pickleball last fall. Local police, firefighters, and paramedics also played key roles in his recovery, highlighting how city equipment, training, and quick-thinking residents can make a lifesaving difference.
   

2. Eden Prairie police quietly spread holiday kindness (eplocalnews.org) — Eden Prairie police officers spent the holidays quietly handing out $50 gifts from an anonymous donor to residents facing tough situations, from jailed parents to domestic assault victims. Over 75 department staff members used the funds to help with gas, clothing, shelter, and even sledding gear, turning routine encounters into moments of unexpected support across the city.
   

3. Does your book club have issues? Facilitators tackle behavioral problems (columbian.com) — An Eden Prairie resident is quietly helping Twin Cities book clubs run more smoothly by stepping in when discussions go off the rails. Retired teacher Cindy Kalland now works as a facilitator, researching titles, guiding conversations, and tactfully reining in members who dominate. Her approach blends classroom skills with gentle coaching to keep meetings enjoyable for everyone.
   

4. Vikings defender dominated the 2025 season without anyone noticing (thevikingage.com) — An Eden Prairie native just turned in one of the Minnesota Vikings’ most impressive 2025 performances, even if most fans barely noticed. Linebacker Blake Cashman racked up 144 tackles and earned a First-Team All-Pro nod from PFSN. His breakout season highlights how local talent is quietly anchoring the team’s defense.
   

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    Friday January 16
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    Fat Pants Brewing Co., 8335 Crystal View Rd, Eden Prairie
    7:00 pm

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I am looking for help to stain and install a door in my house.
    If you have experience doing this type of work and available, please DM me Thanks (Nextdoor Mitchell Lake)
  • Walgreen Company posted a job opening for Inventory Specialist in Eden Prairie. Apply here.
  • Kohl's Corporation posted a job opening for Full-Time Customer Service Supervisor in Eden Prairie. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Eden Prairie here.

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