Events

Events

Holiday Lights Recycling

Tired of your old holiday decor? Want to update your decorations with efficient LED lights? Or maybe you want to finally get rid of the tangled mess of holiday light strings and cords that no longer work. Instead of tossing them in the trash, bring them to the Rec Center for FREE recycling!

It's easy! Stop by the St. Louis Park Rec Center to drop-off your old holiday light strings, lighted yard decorations and electrical cords (including telephone and extension cords). A designated bin is located next to the customer service desk inside the Rec Center. Items can be dropped off during business hours through January 15, 2012.

Every part of the light string will be recycled and you'll be providing employment training and job opportunities through PPL Industries and ATHC where workers who have social, economic and physical barriers are taught basic employment skills .

Ace Hardware and Xcel Energy have partnered with the Recycling Association of Minnesota and WCCO-TV to present the statewide Recycle Your Holidays campaign.

For more information contact the Rec Center at (952) 924-2540.

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Spring Landscaping Workshop

Now is the time to think GREEN. Learn from the City’s Environmental Coordinator about the Emerald ash borer and what you can do about it. Explore the latest trends and ideas in sustainable landscaping, as well as environmentally friendly gardening techniques.
Tuesday, March 27, 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
City Hall Council Chambers, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd.
Free - No registration required

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Lions Club Bunny Egg Hunt

Have a hoppin’ good time hunting for colorful eggs with the Lion’s Club lion and enjoy fun entertainment in the park. Prizes will be awarded for the Big Bunny Coloring contest to be judged by the Lions Club. Pick-up your coloring sheet at The Rec Center or one can be mailed by calling (952) 924-2540. Special bags will be given to each registrant...

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Open Mic Night

Do you have a great band, or maybe a singing partner,  possibly sound great as a solo artist and nowhere to perform? Great news! We provide the sound production and you provide the talent. It’s a great venue to perform and an opportunity to play. All performance groups/ individuals will need to book a performance date with Lisa Abernathy...

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Arbor Day Celebration & Minnesota Tree Climbing Championship

Come to Oak Hill Park to witness and experience tree climbing at its unique best. There will be over 40 climbers, men and women, competing and showcasing their extraordinary talents using just ropes, moving into, through and up large, mature trees, while performing speed, rescue and master’s challenges. The winners, one men’s division and...

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Spring Community Clean-Ups for Water Quality

Leaves that have fallen from last year may still be on your street ...did you know they are a serious pollutant for our local waters? When leaves and other organic debris are washed down our storm sewers they are carried to our local lakes and rivers, untreated and unfiltered. Tons of debris gets into our waters this way – far...

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