Meeting Date
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Topic
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Speaker(s)
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September 11
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Law Enforcement: Past, Present, & Future
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Tim Leslie, retired Dakota County Sheriff
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October 9
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Bach & Bonhoeffer: A Retrospective
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Dr. Gregory Peterson, Normandale Lutheran Church Director of Worship & Music
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November 13
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The Electoral College & Russia / Ukraine Conflict: A Historian Speaks to Current Events
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History shapes how the world works in the present day. Retired history teacher Scott Rohr will provide insightful background & history of the Electoral College and lay out various perspectives regarding its usefulness today. Scott will also cover the background & history of the Russia/Ukraine region, the current conflict and ways it could be brought to an end.
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December 11
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Christmas Carol Sing-Along
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Lorna Wolthoff, Normandale Lutheran Church assistant organist and handbell choir director
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January 8
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Crafting History: Stories You’ve Never Heard About World War II
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Stephen Simon of the University of Minnesota will present stories you’ve never heard about World War II, focusing on the use of deception in the war. Steve became interested in WWII history in his early 30’s. He frequented used bookstores and often found himself in the WWII section. He bought one book that looked interesting and the rest as they say is history! Steve is currently a Clinical Professor of Law Emeritus at the U of MN. He is married and has 5 children and 4 grandchildren.
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February 12
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Put the Plan into Funeral Planning
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Steve Rogers joins Pastor Maria Pederson to discuss the gift it can be for our families when we plan in advance. Steve is an Advanced Funeral Planner at Washburn-McReavy Funeral Home and Chapels.
He takes a hard topic and makes it easy for the families he serves! His role involves explaining the prearrangement process to families and putting their intentional plans down on paper, so they know the cost and options available to them. He’s passionate about removing the burden from the family after a loved one dies because they are often unprepared and overwhelmed. Outside of work, you can find Steve pedaling a bicycle, playing golf, or cheering on the Vikings!
Pastor Maria has seen the relief families experience when they know their loved ones’ wishes. Having conversations when we’re healthy can be easier, and provides common understanding that helps years in the future. We invite you to learn how planning for your final wishes may shield your family from unnecessary emotional and financial burden. Come and learn more about writing an obituary, pre-arrangements, veteran benefits, cremation, burials, and more.
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March 12
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Learn More About Police K-9 Units!
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Edina Police Officer Nick Pedersen and his police canine Euro will present to us about the world of the K-9 unit!
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April 9
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TBD
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TBD
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May 14
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Wildlife, Climate Change, and Conservation in Churchill, Manitoba
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Traveling naturalist Melonie Shipman will present Churchill, Manitoba thru the Seasons, discussing wildlife, climate change, and conservation.
This community is known as the polar bear capital of the world, beluga whale capital of the world, a bird watcher’s paradise, and the best place to see nature’s light show – Aurora Borealis.
Come and learn about these unique nature experiences, why these experiences happen here, and will they continue as the climate changes.
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