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The Richfield Recap - October 27, 2022 |
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Fall Boutique this Saturday
This Saturday, swing by the Community Center (7000 Nicollet Avenue) for the annual Fall Boutique craft sale. The event hosts more than 40 artisans and vendors displaying creative handmade goods, fair trade items, food and edible gifts. The boutique will run from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. and will also feature live music, door prizes and a raffle for a beautiful, handmade quilt. The raffle proceeds to to help fund the Community Center's creative groups.
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You have the power to make a difference in Richfield!
How might YOU help change Richfield? In as little as 6 hours a year, you could help serve your community as a member of a board or commission. In exchange for your time and effort, you have an opportunity to influence the policies, projects and future of our community. Vacancies are available for the following commissions: Arts, Charter, Civil Service, Community Services, Friendship City, Human Rights, Planning, Sustainability, Transportation and the Advisory Board of Health.
Applications will be accepted through October 31.
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 Drug Take Back Day event in Richfield
The Richfield Walgreens will host a medication drop-off event on Saturday as part of National Drug Take Back Day. The event is sponsored by the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office. Anyone can drop off unwanted and unused medication for free between 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Walgreens (12 West 66th Street). Free Deterra medication disposal pouches will also be available.
There are also over 30 medicine drop boxes located throughout Hennepin County, including one at the Hennepin Healthcare Richfield Clinic.
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 Car seat installation clinic, November 12
Did you know that the Richfield Fire Department hosts car seat installation checks on the second Saturday of each month?
The clinics are held at Fire Station #1 (6700 Portland Avenue), from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. The next scheduled date is November 12. You must have an appointment prior to arriving at the station. To schedule an appointment, please contact Esther at 651-796-8142 or cpsassociates.delacruz@gmail.com
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Are you passionate about making your community healthier?
Bloomington Public Health is announcing funding to support community-led solutions to address chronic diseases like heart disease, cancer, and type 2 diabetes. Individuals and organizations are invited to submit proposals and request funding for $15,000 - $25,000. Funding is available for individuals or organizations serving the cities of Bloomington, Edina or Richfield. Applicants must submit proposals by Monday, November 14, 2022.
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A beautiful day for Half Haunted Halloween
This year's Half-Haunted Halloween at Wood Lake Nature Center was enjoyed more than 1,700 people, a record number of attendees! Visitors enjoyed a storybook trail, 10 trick-or-treat stations, a magic show, a scavenger hunt and finished with a barn dance in the picnic area. Although not seasonable, the 70 degree weather was enjoyed by all! A huge thanks to all the staff and volunteers who helped make this event a delight for our community!
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Come join our team!
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In case you missed it....
The Fire Department recently welcomed two new firefighters to their ranks. Brad and Joe both began training with RFD on October 10, and are now out on shift with the crews. Welcome to Richfield, guys!
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