Eagle Express & Community Programming
We are excited to introduce the Eden Prairie community to the Eagle Express, Community Education's new mobile classroom and outreach bus. The goals of the Eagle Express are to bring Community Education programming to community members who experience barriers to participation and to build relationships with underserved populations across our community.
Below is the schedule of events for the Eagle Express. Check back often to see when and where you can catch the Eagle Express in Action!
Upcoming Eagle Express Stops
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Past Eagle Express Stops
Give Gathering: The Eagle Express will be in attendance at the free Give Gathering event on Saturday, September 28th, 2024 from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm following the Parade at the Eden Prairie High School's Aerie Stadium & Bus Loop (East side of the building). This event is an annual opportunity to learn about the nonprofits, social service agencies and civic organizations that serve Eden Prairie. It's a one-stop shop to explore volunteer opportunities as well as programs and services available to residents. This year, the GIVE Gathering will take place as part of a larger community celebration in conjunction with homecoming weekend.
EPIC-on-the-Go!: EPIC will bring FREE programming to Burning Tree Apartments, Briarhill Apartments, Edenvale Apartments and Fountain Place Apartments starting June 24th, 2024. See location dates below! All programming will be available 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM.
Burning Tree Apartments: July 15th, 22nd, 29th, August 5th, 12th.
Briarhill Apartments: July 16th, 23rd, 30th, August 6th, 13th
Edenvale Apartments: July 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st, August 7th, 14th
Fountain Place Apartments: July 11th, 18th, 25th, August 1st, 8th, 15th.
The PeopleFest! Party: July 28th, 2024 from 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Staring Lake Park (Central Middle School is the rain/weather back-up location)
PTO President's Council Meeting: building awareness of CE Programming among PTO leaders.
Youth DIY Soy Candle Workshop: Youth were offered the opportunity to make their own candles with EPIC staff on the Eagle Express at Nesbitt Park.
Early Childhood Family Education Play Time on the Eagle Express: Fun and educational activities for parents and their young children. These events were held at a variety of locations such as Burning Tree Apartments and Edenvale Apartments.
EPIC Eagle Express Activities: a free variety of fun arts, crafts, outdoor activities and learning at Prairie View Park.
Summer 2023 Eagle Express Stops
Tuesday, July 18th, 2023: Pop-up Splash Pad at Nesbitt Preserve Park, 5:00-7:00 PM
Sunday, July 30, 2023: The PeopleFest! Party at Staring Lake Park (Central Middle School is the rain/weather back-up location) , 3:00-7:00 PM
Thursday, August 3, 2023: PeopleFest! Author Reading with Habso Mohamud & People Shapes Kids Craft, Salsa del Soul at Staring Lake Park, 5:45-6:45 PM
Tuesday, August 8, 2023: Pop-up Splash Pad at Edenvale Park, 5:00-7:00 PM
Sunday, August 27, 2023: Community Education Back-to-School Party at Fat Pants, 5:00-7:00 PM