Eden Prairie's Senior Center announces April events including Wine Club, Trivia Hour, Health and Medications session, and a kindness seminar, with registration details provided.

The City is seeking volunteers for its Citizen Assisted Monitoring Program to monitor and maintain local lake health, with training and equipment provided but requiring a personal boat.

Minnesota AASD and DSD are ending faxed document submissions to the MMIS from May 1. DHS promotes a grant to assist LTC workforce integration for new Americans with a May 6 application deadline.

The Park Grove Library in Washington County hosts a Craft Supply Swap on April 20 to exchange crafting materials, with donations accepted from April 10-18, excluding hazardous items.

Minneapolis Animal Care & Control collaborates with MacPhail Center For Music on "Play for Paws," where music students perform to alleviate shelter animals' stress.

Bloomington's Curbside Cleanup program starts on April 6, allowing residents to dispose of bulky items curbside for recycling and landfill. The city urges responsible disposal through its website.

The Coon Rapids Ice Center will host the "Oh the Places You'll Skate" Spring Ice Show featuring Skating School students. Shows are on April 25-27; tickets are $12 for adults, $7 for children, free for under 4s.

County Hwy 35 in St. Michael will close for construction from April 4, 2023, with posted detours via 30th St NE and Hwy 19. Contact Sara Buermann for info; project completion expected by late fall 2024.

Blaine City Council enforces new lawn watering ordinance with a schedule based on address numbers to conserve water, effective from May 15 to September 15, with fines for noncompliance.

Apple Valley and Rosemount launch a Citizens Police Academy for residents to experience law enforcement from inside, requiring a background check to apply before April 23.

The Senior Safety and Wellness Fair on May 2nd in Blaine offers activities for those 55+, including vendors, speakers, and entertainment by Vinnie Rose. Registration is $12 at the MAYC.

Bloomington offers a free baby resource fair on May 4th at the Pond Early Learning Center, featuring educational sessions, giveaways, and refreshments for new and expecting parents.

VEAP, a non-profit organization in Bloomington, offers essential resources like a large food pantry to support individuals and families below the poverty line, without strict federal guideline adherence.