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The Richfield Recap - June 29, 2023 |
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Lil' Sparkler kicks off the holiday weekend
Richfield’s Lil’ Sparkler Celebration is back with a bunch of great events to celebrate the 4th of July! On Friday, June 30, head over to the Richfield Band Shell in Veterans Park (park at the Ice Arena, 636 E 66th St) for Family Night.
Medallion Hunt: The Lil’ Sparkler Medallion Hunt started on Wednesday. Two clues have not been posted to the city's Facebook page. If needed, another clue will be posted on June 30. You can also stop by the Richfield Community Center to view the clues. The winner will receive a $300 cash prize! Sponsored by The Schneeberger Group, Keller Williams Realty.
Lil' Sparker Family Night: This family-friendly event will include something for everyone! Food Vendors Yummy Tummy and Mik Mart Ice Cream will be on site from 5 - 10 p.m. The schedule of events includes:
- 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.: Vehicles on display from Richfield Police, Fire & Public Works, Academy of Holy Angels and the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office.
- 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.: Kidsdance with DJ Howie
- 7 - 8 p.m.: Cosmic Skate at Richfield Ice Arena ($1 skate rental)
- 9:10 - 10:45 p.m.: Movie in the Park: DC League of Super-Pets
- 10:45 p.m.: Laser Light Show
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Register your block party for Night to Unite
Join the fun on Tuesday, August 1! Celebrate Night to Unite by hosting a block party in your neighborhood. Night to Unite is an annual tradition that helps neighbors get to know each other and builds police/community partnerships. Nearly 200 neighborhood parties register each year.
The deadline to register your block party is July 18, 2023.
Why register? Officially registering your party increases your chance for a visit from the police and/or fire personnel, their vehicles and swag! Blocks that are registered as official Neighborhood Crime Watch blocks also get priority for visits! For more information on Neighborhood Crime Watch, check out www.RichfieldMN.gov/ncw.
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 Join your neighbors for Richfield Rides (FREE)
This summer, join Recreation department staff in discovering different bike routes in Richfield. We will be riding on local and regional trails and stopping at various parks along the way to explore recreational offerings. Rides will vary in distance anywhere from 5-8 miles and will be approximately 1.5 hours with stops along the way; registration and helmets are required. The July 1 ride ends at the Farmers Market!
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 65th Street Construction Updates
The next bi-weekly neighborhood meeting for updates on the 65th Street reconstruction project will be held on June 29 at 4 p.m. City Staff will be by the northern driveway of Pizza Lucé to talk with residents about the 65th street project.
The next neighborhood meeting will be held July 13 at 4 p.m.
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 Turkeys have been rampant in Richfield for years, and although they can be impressive when displaying their prowess, they aren’t the kindest of birds. Recently, Richfield’s aggressive turkeys caused a stir, even making the evening news last week. According to naturalists at Wood Lake Nature Center, the turkeys are getting habituated to humans, leading to more challenging encounters.
Consider these tips, from both the Humane Society of the United States and our local experts at Wood Lake Nature Center:
- Never feed a wild turkey and avoid giving them access to a food source (bird feeders, pet food, etc).
- When encountering wild turkeys, the best thing to do is avoid them. Give them a wide berth when you encounter them
- Wild turkeys have a “pecking order” of dominance and may view people or pets as underlings, chasing them or blocking the entrance to homes or cars
- When threatened or aggressive, turkeys may try to jump and fight you with their leg spurs, which can be sharp and cut through clothing and skin.
- If confronted by an aggressive turkey, consider the following options:
- Stand your ground. It is important that you establish your dominance.
- Make yourself large, make loud noises (yell or blow a loud whistle) or throw a stick or tennis ball at the bird.
- If other methods don't deter the bird, don’t hesitate to use a stick to defend yourself. They are tough, powerful birds.
- From spring through summer don’t wear blue and red clothing around male (tom) turkeys as these colors represent challengers to males for dominance.
- If you're nervous, consider bringing a walking stick, umbrella or cane with you on walks or in areas where turkeys are known to be agressive.
- If a specific bird is becoming increasingly problematic, contact the Richfield Police Department's non-emergency line at: 612-861-9898.
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Grant opportunity: turn environmental ideas into reality!
Apply for a Natural Resources Opportunity Grant. Applications are due July 20. These grants support projects that preserve and restore natural areas and reduce the amount of nutrients and sediment flowing into lakes, streams and rivers while engaging residents in natural resource management issues.
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Bike with a Cop a wheelie good time!
Last Friday, the 2023 Bike with a Cop event was held at Veterans Park. Participants were able to visit community partners, win door prizes and take a short ride around the park with Richfield police officers. Officers were also on hand to help younger children learn how to ride, with balance bikes and obstacle courses available to help. The event included talks on safe riding techniques, bicycle safety check, and the proper way to fit and wear a helmet.
The event included 85 participants, and the active collaboration of 26 volunteers, staff, sponsors and vendors. Thank you to all who attended!
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In case you missed it.... Wood Lake Nature Center is on Instagram!
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