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NEW! Little Hands & Hearts Program Series
January 13th, 2012
Some great family-friendly activities from Earthrise Farm and Education Center - now that winter seems to have arrived…
January 2012
Storytime/ART on the Farm!Saturday, January 14
Storytime on the Farm
10:00am – 11:00amStory and Activity: “Snowflake Bentley” (Caldecott Medal winner, 1999), Pipecleaner Crystal Snowflakes Craft
There’s finally snow in the air! Come hear the true story of “Snowflake Bentley” – a farm boy who thought of snowflakes as ‘small miracles’, and see the beautiful photographs he took of the unique six-sided frozen crystals. Then make your own crystals to take home! Marshmallow Snowflake snacks too, with homemade graham crackers, Nutella and mini-marshmallows!
Saturday, January 28
Art on the Farm
10:00am-11:00amArt Activity: Make Your Own Earth-Friendly Finger Paints!
Join us to discover how to make your own fun finger paints, Mother Nature – approved. We’ll talk about the Color Wheel and why colors are “cool-cold” or “warm-hot”. We’ll then use our paints to create “Masterpieces from Music” on recycled paper, becoming inspired by a variety of musical styles. Bring a CD to share if you like! Snack will be homemade oatmeal-raisin-chocolate chip cookies and apple juice.
No pre-registration required. Programs are Free!
Hope to see you there!
Contact erfarm@hotmail.com with any questions or suggestions.
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Senator Klobuchar visits to talk broadband
October 18th, 2011
Thank you to everyone who came out on Saturday to visit with Senator Amy Klobuchar. We were delighted with the turnout on such a beautiful day and appreciate everyone taking time out of their scheduled. For those who couldn’t make it we captured some of the visit on video:
It was a good opportunity for the Senator to hear about how we are working to build broadband adoption and deployment with ARRA stimulated funds.
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Spotlight: Agape Singers
May 24th, 2011
Full Name of Business: Agape Singers
Owner/Manager: Stephanie Weber, Sadie Solem and Chris Lehne
Mailing Address: Box 155, Dawson MN 56232
Website Address: www.agapesingersdawson.com
E-Mail Address: agapesingers@msn.com
When did the business start? Late 1970’s
Why is the business located in LqP County? It started in Dawson and opened up to surrounding communities.
What products/services do you offer? We are a Christian youth singing group for 9-13th grade students in the area.
How many staff do you have? 4
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Customer Service and Small Town Development
May 16th, 2011
Center for Rural Affairs recently ran a great article reminding us of why we live where we do. We’re reposting here with their permission…
The example I’m about to give occurred in Laurel, Nebraska, a town of about 980, but it can be any small town’s story, and I think it should be.
The Center for Rural Affairs had the pleasure of holding a staff and board meeting in Laurel a few weeks ago. We toured the community, including visits to a few small businesses. Three separate “Welcome Center for Rural Affairs” marquees met us as we traveled about town. Business owners both on and off tour said the same thing, “Laurel wants us here, and we want to be here.”
It made me think about customer service, particularly when we heard the story of a new housing development next to the highway. Lots were reasonably priced, the homes were lovely and affordable, yet there was little activity. It turned out that safe access across the highway was a concern for many parents.
Until the community figured that out, families were not going to purchase. A paved trail was built underneath the highway that connects it to town. The development is almost completely full, kids can walk to school safely, and community folks are using it for a walking/biking trail.
This is one of many examples of customer service being exercised in this small town. Laurel’s economic developer goes the extra mile to take care of her customers. In fact, she sees everyone she comes into contact with as her customer.
For example, a widower with three young children had ties to Laurel, and he also owned a very successful small manufacturing business in California. A team of folks from Northeast Nebraska made several trips to California, with a positive result. The family moved to Laurel, bringing their business with them, and it employs several local people.
What would happen if we treated everyone as our customer – people we see every day, newcomers to town, visitors stopping for gas or to get something to eat, and our business owners? It’s a small change, but one that can make a big difference. Isn’t it worth a try?
Send your comments to Kathie Starkweather, kathies@cfra.org or 402.617.7946
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