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Caponi Art Park
April 2011 - 2nd Edition  //   Vol. 5 Issue 3  

Introduction to Poetry Slam Class on Monday, April 25
Poets in the Park: Teen Poetry Slam
90th Birthday Party and Spring Open House
Annual Linder's Garden Center Fundraiser

Poetry Slam Class next Monday, April 25

In celebration of National Poetry Month, Caponi Art Park and Learning Center is hosting an introduction to poetry slam workshop for people of all ages next Monday, April 25 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Eagan Community Center. Sierra DeMulder, a nationally renowned and experienced poet, will help refine your writing and poetry performance. The workshop is free, with a $5 suggested donation. Please call 651.454.9412 to register.



Poets in the Park: Teen Poetry Slam

Caponi Art Park will host a teen spoken word competition on Sunday, May 15 at 2 p.m. Slam Master Cynthia French will host the poetry slam, and there will be a performance by spoken word artist Thadra Sheridan. The New Heist Crew, a break dance group out of Minneapolis, will also perform.

Teens ages 13-19 are invited to compete, and all are invited to watch. Anyone interested in competing should arrive at the Art Park at 1:30 p.m. on May 15 to sign up and be prepared to perform up to 3 pieces of original poetry. More information is available on our website.


Volunteers Needed for the 2011 Season!

Volunteering is a great way to become more involved at Caponi Art Park. If you are interested in volunteering during the 2011 season, please visit the volunteer page. We offer a variety of volunteer opportunities to fit your interests and schedule.

Thank You 2011 Season Sponsors!

PCL Construction, Dakota Electric Association, Minnesota Energy Resources, Anchor Bank, Gateway Bank, Crown Rental

Caponi Art Park is still accepting sponsorships for the 2011 season! Sponsorships are an excellent, cost-effective way to reach diverse communities of people and create positive feelings toward your business through association with strong community organizations like Caponi Art Park. Businesses can sponsor Caponi Art Park or one of our family-friendly programs and, in return, receive valuable advertising and other benefits. Visit our sponsorship website or call 651.454.9412 to learn about sponsorship opportunities.

90th Birthday Party and Spring Open House

You are invited to our spring open house and celebration of the 90th birthday of Anthony Caponi, founder of Caponi Art Park and Learning Center. Come explore the Art Park, eat some cake, and enjoy family-friendly activities.

When: Saturday, May 7, 1-4 p.m.
Where: Caponi Art Park
1220 Diffley Road, Eagan, MN 55123

More information: www.caponiartpark.org/birthday

RSVP: Please send us an email
to let us know that you're coming! While no preregistration is required, we'd love to know how much cake we'll need for the celebration!

Annual Linder's Garden Center Fundraiser

Do you plan on purchasing plants this spring? Buy them the weekend of May 20-23 at any one of Linder's 50 Flower Marts or the main garden center and 15% of your pre-tax total will go to Caponi Art Park! You must present the official invitation (click here to download and print) at the register in order to participate in the fundraiser.

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Park Hours:
The park will reopen in May
9:00am - 8:00pm (seasonal close time)
Tuesday - Sunday (closed Monday)


Open to the public free of charge. Donations are appreciated to help maintain the park & provide programs.		 Caponi Art Park
1220 Diffley Road
Eagan, MN 55123

Tel 651.454.9412
info@caponiartpark.org
www.caponiartpark.org

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