WINE - BEER - FOOD - FUN

Rogers Community Center

Saturday, February 27

6 - 9pm

only $15/person

About twenty wines and a dozen beers supplied by Rogers Wine and Spirits and Schell Brewing Company, along with flavors from Angenos, Broadway Pizza, Country Grill, Davannis, DiMaggio's, and Hong Thai will provide an evening of community fun and light-hearted spirit as we raise funds for the Rogers High School scholarship program. Tickets for the event will be available at the Rogers Wine and Spirits, from members and online soon. CommunityChestFoundation.org to learn more.

BUSINESS PLAN DEVELOPMENT CLASS

Do you have a business plan for your business? Would you drive from Minnesota to Nome, AK without a map? Most people wouldn't, yet many operate their business without clear direction. Attend the first night or all six sessions to create your business plan. At the end of the six-week class, you will have a comprehensive business plan that includes the following:

-Executive Summary with mission statement
-Organizational Plan includes SWOT analysis
-Marketing Plan with implementation strategies
-Financial Plan that includes a budget, 3-year plan, break-even analysis
-Supporting Documentation and more

February 11 from 4 - 7pm at Perkins in Elk River. Visit DragonflyJourney.com for details or call Paulie 612.834.5398.

14TH ANNUAL
HOPES & DREAMS GALA
RIVERS OF HOPE
Advocates for Ending Family Violence

Thursday, February 11, 2010
5 - 8pm
Wellstead Crown Room | Rogers, MN

Social Hour | Dinner | Speaker |
Live & Silent Auctions

A Party with a Purpose: dedicated to ending family violence. Please join us by becoming a sponsor, donate a silent auction item or attend the Pary with a Purpose. The evening will focus on the youth served in our community with a special presentation from some of the youth clients.

Cost: $75/person
Table of 8: $1,000
Event sponsor: $3,000

Rivers of Hope: 763.295.3433 | PO Box 511 | Monticello, MN 55362

ISD 728 NEWS

-John Kuester appointed to school board

-Education Commissioner set to announce another ISD 728 Financial Award

-Senators Fobbe, Limmer and Jungbauer introduced a bill for an act relating to education; providing for explosive growth revenue:
SF #233.

-Representative Abeler introduced a bill for an act relating to education; providing for explosive growth revenue HF #2728.

-K-12 Language Arts Curriculum in final review phases; approval expected February 22.

-School board meetings are the second and fourth Monday of each month at 7pm at the Elk River City Hall; there is a listening session prior to the first meeting each month (6:30pm), which provides an opportunity for constituents to speak with up to three board members about their thoughts and concerns.

ROGERS POLICE OFFICERS BALL

Saturday, March 6th
5pm-12am
Wellstead Crown Room | Rogers, MN
Admission $40/person or $75/couple

Enjoy an amazing night of socializing, dinner, awards and silent auction with the Rogers Community Law Enforcement Foundation and the Rogers Community Police Officers.

5 - 7pm: Happy Hour
7 - 8pm: Dinner (steak or chicken)
8 - 9:30pm: Awards ceremony & guest speaker
5 - 9:30pm: Silent Auction

For more information visit RogersPoliceFoundation.org or call Dean at 763.428.5689.

2ND ANNUAL ROGERS REVUE
A showcase of local talent will be held
April 16 at Word of Peace Church. Sponsored by the Rogers Hassan Senior Friendship Group (Rogers Seniors, Inc), this is an opportunity for local talent to perform before friends, relatives and Rogers/Hassan area citizens. Last year's show was a great success with over 250 people in attendance.

About  a dozen acts have already been lined up and more are needed.  There are some repeat acts and five new acts on board. Singing and instrumental music talent along with dancing and other talents are needed. Please contact Harold Trombley, 763.428.5711 for information.

Tickets: $6 - children 8 and under;
$10 - everyone else.  Profits will support senior programs and activities.

ISD 728 COMMUNITY ED
Drop In Playtime
Looking for something to do with your child at the last minute? Drop in at ECFE at Rogers Elementary on Fridays from 1-2:30pm. First come, first serve, space is limited. Family childcare providers need to meet child adult ratios for the children they bring. Purchase a Drop In Play pass for $10. Each time you come we’ll punch your card.
$2/child each time with Pass
$2.50/child each time without Pass

ECFE Discovery Learning Preschool currently has openings for age 3 and age 4. Classes are held at Rogers Elementary. Call ECFE for available dates and times at 763-241-3524.

Ski and Snowboard Club Gr 6-8
Join other MS students from across the district as we hit the slopes at Powder Ridge Mondays, January 25, Feb 1, 8, 22. We delayed the start date due to some key MS events on Jan 11. Bring your board and skis or rent them! Beginners are welcome and lessons are free for the first two weeks! Register this week with Community Ed at 241-3520!
Rogers MS: 3:00-8:45pm
Cost:
Bus and lift ticket $125
Bus, lift ticket, ski rental $164
Bus, lift ticket, snowboard rental $180
Register with Community Ed at 241-3520

MOPS CLUB MEETINGS
MOPS is a non-denominational organization that exists to help meet the needs of every mom with children ages birth through kindergarten who shares a desire to be the very best. We provide an open, accepting atmosphere where moms can develop friendships, creativity, leadership, and a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. There will be a $50 fee per semester which includes a 1 year membership to MOPS international. This includes the cost of wonderful crafts and distinctive speakers.

Moppets is the children’s piece of MOPS. It provides an opportunity for children to experience Christ's love through: * Preschool like setting with singing, crafts, snacks, and story time * Age-specifics classrooms so children can socialize with others of similar skill and interest levels * Caring volunteers who provide a safe and stimulating environment

Meetings are held about 2 Wednesdays a month at the Word of Peace church in Rogers . Meetings run from 9:15am - 11:15am

Please contact Kirsten Hegman at 763-428-8229 or Lorrie Neuharth at 763-428-9617 for more information or for a registration form.

ROGERS LIBRARY EVENTS
21300 John Milless Dr., 952.847.6050

The following programs are open to the public free of charge. 

Friends Meeting
Saturdays; Dec. 5, Jan. 16, Feb. 13; 8-10 a.m. at Rogers Library
Join fellow library enthusiasts to hear what's happening at Hennepin County Library. Help support your local library by planning and volunteering at book sales, programs, and special events. The Friends look forward to meeting you.

Holiday Hoopla
Friday, Dec. 11, 10-10:30 a.m. & 11:15-11:45 a.m. at Rogers Library
Registration required; began Nov. 13; limit 25. For kids through grade 1 and their parents or caregivers. Celebrate the winter holidays with songs, stories, games and a visit from a special guest. If you like, please bring an item or items for the local food shelf.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Rogers Library and presented in collaboration with the MOMS Club of Rogers - South.

Family Game Night
Mondays; Dec. 14 & 28, Jan. 11 & 25, Feb. 8 & 22; 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Rogers Library
For school-age kids and their families. Kids, challenge your family and friends to electronic Wii games, board games, chess or cards. Use our games or bring your own! Games and activities may vary. Check for updates on the Rogers Library website.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Rogers Library and presented in collaboration with Rogers Royalty.

Family Game Night
Mondays, Jan. 11 & 25, Feb. 8 & 22; 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Rogers Library
For school-age kids and their families. Kids, challenge your family and friends to electronic Wii games, board games, chess or cards. Use our games or bring your own! Games and activities may vary. Check for updates on the Rogers Library website.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Rogers Library and presented in collaboration with Rogers Royalty.

Family Storytime
Tuesdays, Jan. 12-Feb. 23, 10:30 a.m. at Rogers Library
For children age 2 and up. Share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement with your children.

Friends Meeting
Saturdays, Jan. 16 & Feb. 13, 8-10 a.m. at Rogers Library
Join fellow library enthusiasts to hear what's happening at Hennepin County Library. Help support your local library by planning and volunteering at book sales, programs, and special events. The Friends look forward to meeting you.

Winter Jackets Reading Program
Monday, Jan. 11-Sunday, Feb. 28 at all libraries
All readers age 17 and up: check out some new (book) jackets on cold winter days and nights! Read or listen to great stories. Attend an author talk at several libraries (http://www.hclib.org/pub/events/) . Share what you're reading with other book lovers online at bookspace.org or pick up an entry form at your local library. All entries qualify for prize drawings.
Presented in partnership with MELSA (Metropolitan Library Service Agency).