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Some Eagan residents are receiving class action settlement notices related to the Gopher Resource facility's operations between 2000 and 2024. Meanwhile, the MPCA confirmed lead levels returned to normal in April, and recent water and soil testing at city parks came back well below EPA safety thresholds.

Apple Valley unveils two brand-new recreation facilities on October 23, 2025, at Johnny Cake Ridge Park West. The community is invited to ribbon cutting ceremonies for the Goodwin Pickleball Complex at 5:00 PM and the Apple Valley Skate Park at 5:30 PM—the first major completions fConnected at the Riverrom the 2023 Parks Referendum that's transforming all 51 city parks.

🎰 Bar Bingo at Bogart's (Apple Valley at 7pm)
Monday nights just got way more interesting—$14 gets you 12 games of bingo with actual cash prizes and the kind of fun that makes you forget it's still the beginning of the week.

🎃 Haunted History Trivia Night at OMNI Winery (Rosemount at 7pm)
If you're the friend who won't stop talking about ghost stories... this is your moment. Test your spooky knowledge with your bravest crew, compete for prizes, and maybe learn some terrifyingly fun facts!

🎵 Halloween Music Bingo at B&B Theatres (Bloomington at 7:30pm)
Free Halloween music bingo with prizes—honestly, what's better than that? Grab your friends, show up ready to jam to spooky season hits, and maybe buy some snacks to keep these awesome free events coming.

🎨 Art Show at Ebenezer Ridges Campus (Burnsville at 2pm)
Come celebrate creativity across generations with art made by elders, staff, and the cutest little artists from childcare. It's one of those heartwarming community moments that reminds you why local events matter.

🧛 Twilight Trivia Night at Buck '54 Bar & Grill (Burnsville at 7pm)
Whether you're Team Edward, Team Jacob, or just here for the nostalgia... Trivia Mafia is bringing all the sparkly vampire drama you've been waiting for. No pre-registration needed.

🥃 Vikre Distillery Tasting at Barley and Vine (Lakeville at 6pm)
Duluth's Vikre Distillery is bringing their handcrafted spirits south for tastings, cocktails (that Black Manhattan sounds incredible), and raffles every 15 minutes when you grab a featured drink.

🎃 Trunk or Treat at YMCA Lakeville (Starting at 5:30pm)
Safe, fun trick-or-treating where kids go car-to-car collecting candy from decorated trunks. Perfect for families who want all the Halloween magic without the long neighborhood walks in the cold.

😂 Comedy Free-For-All at House of Comedy (Bloomington at 7:30pm)
Every Wednesday, seasoned pros and brave newcomers take the stage for a completely free comedy show where literally anything can happen. You never know what you're gonna get—and honestly, that's half the fun.

✨ Glass Mosaic Class with Pain in the Glass (Hastings at 6pm)
Ever wanted to make something beautiful with your hands but thought mosaics were too fancy? This two-night class proves they're actually fun and totally doable—you'll create a gorgeous lamp or lantern to take home. Secure your spot.

🎂 Chick-fil-A Grand Reopening & 10-Year Anniversary (Burnsville All Day)
They're celebrating a decade and a fresh remodel with free cake (first come, first served) and a photo booth where you could literally win Chick-fil-A for a year. Yeah, you read that right.

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