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Connection to Community Resources

Fall 2026

Connection to Community Resources
Connection toCommunity ResourcesFall 2026

Fall 2026 Fall 2026

Newsletter Highlights:

Thanksgiving Baskets Lottery due Nov 9

Opportunities: Fall Raking, Hiring Snow Removal Workers,

Resources: Election Day, Energy Assistance, MNSure & Medicare Open Enrollment, Free Tech Help

Events: EAAA Diwali Celebration, Edinborough Park’s HalloBoo, Smash & Bash

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Thanksgiving Baskets

Edina Rotary Clubs are offering a limited number of fully cooked Thanksgiving Meal Baskets for families who are unable to purchase a meal on their own. Families who live in Edina or attend EPS are eligible. Someone must be home on Wed. Nov 25th between 12-3pm to receive the meal. If you could benefit from this generous donation, please complete the Request Form to be entered into the lottery.
Request must be received by 4 PM on Monday, November 9.

https://tinyurl.com/turkeybasket2026

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Need Food? Food Resources are Available

Local organizations are ready to serve you. Find a list of local programs near Edina.

Resources include:Free Groceries from local food pantries & mobile pantries, Free Community Meals. No barriers, all are welcome.

Holiday Meals & More

For additional Holiday resources, check out EdinaResourceCenter.com

Opportunities Opportunities

Edina Park & Rec Winter/Spring Registration

Edina Parks & Recreation Winter/Spring registration opens on November 4 at 12PM for residents and Nov 10 for non-residents. Search for offerings for all ages using online or download a PDF of the Catalog EdinaMN.gov/ActivitiesDirectory.

Fall Raking Volunteers

Groups are needed to help with Yard clean-up and raking. Groups of 4-6 people are welcome and youth ages 7 and older may participate with supervision. Contact Senior Community Services to register your group.

Snow Removal Workers

Senior Community Services is hiring compassionate, dependable, and trustworthy people to provide snow removal help for adults age 60 and older. Must be able to commit to the full winter season first to last snowfall. Earn $22 per hour. Ages 18+ Learn more and apply online

Edinborough Park

Stop by Edinborough Park Amphitheater for a variety of Family-friendly Concerts on Sunday evenings, Thursdays & Fridays children's entertainment on Thursdays & Fridays. Look for the Edina Art Center Pop-up Art Cart. Special events include: Hallowboo Trick or Treat Trail (Oct 29), Friday Night Movies, New Years Eve Pary, Touchdown Throwdown. Entertainment Calendar 2026-27


Sensory Friendly Playtime

Edinborough Park has expanded Sensory-Friendly Playtime. This time is designated for kids ages 1-12 with diverse sensory needs. Admission fees apply.

Sundays, 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Give to the Max Day

Give to the Max will take place on November 19 with early giving starting November 1. Donate to your favorite organizations on this day of giving happening across Minnesota. Your donation could be a golden ticket winner that adds more money to your favorite cause. Edina organizations participating include: Edina Give and Go, Edina Education Fund, Edina First Responder Fund, PTOs and dozens more. https://www.givemn.org/gtmd

Resources Resources

Flu Clinic

October 22

8:30 AM- 11:30 AM

Edina Community Center

Make an Appointment and find other Flu clinic options

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Election Day - Nov 3

City of Edina Election Info

MN Election Info sample ballot, polling locations, election results

Edina Public Schools- School Board Elections


Election Day is Non- School Day in Edina

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Energy Assistance

Applications for Energy Assistance are now available. Renters and home owners who are needing assistance paying their energy bills (gas, electric) can complete an application between October 1, 2026and May 31, 2026. Eligible applicants may receive a grant paid directly to their utility provider to reduce utility expenses. Applications are available in multiple languages and formats including: online, paper, and by mail. Learn More

Benefits may be delayed due to the government shutdown. However, applications are still currently being accepted, and individuals are encouraged to apply.

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MNSure Open Enrollment

Open Enrollment for Medical Insurance in 2027 is open November 1- Dec 18 for coverage starting January 1, 2027. Enrollment December 19-January 15 will have coverage begin February 1, 2027


Free navigator support is available to help identify and register for medical plans and apply for financial assistance. Find an assistor or review the MNSure Preferred Navigator Partners list for free help. mnsure.org/ 651-539-2099

Medicare Open Enrollment

Open Enrollment for Medicare in 2027 is open October 15 - December 7 for coverage starting January 1, 2027.Next year, your Medicare plan may no longer be available, your provider networks or coverage may change, or how much you pay could be different. It's important to know how changes will affect your coverage for 2027. Learn more at New in Medicare for 2027.

For assistance:

MN Aging Pathways: 1-800-333-2433 or visit https://mn.gov/aging-pathways/
Medicare: 1-800-633-4227 or visit Medicare.gov (24/7)

Senior Linkage Line is now Minnesota Aging Pathways

Drop-In Tech Help

October 22 & November 13 & December 10

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Edina Library - 5280 Grandview Square

No advanced registration needed

Toy Shop Registration

Salvation Army Toy Shop Registration

date to be announce (anticipate Nov 2)

https://centralusa.salvationarmy.org/twin-cities/toy-shop/

  • Open to residents of the 10 county metro area only (Hennepin, Ramsey, Anoka, Dakota, Scott, Carver, Washington, Chisago, Wright and Sherburne Counties)
  • Serves only children 0-14
  • Parents/Guardians must provide required documentation (see below)
  • Each child may only be registered once. Duplicate registration for the same children will be denied.

Free Car Seat Checks - Dec 17

Edina Fire Station 2

4401 W 76th St, Edina

3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Learn more and register for an available spot

Public Safety

October 5 Community Conversation: Addressing Gun Violence Recording now available

Gun https://www.bettertogetheredina.org/public-safety

Community Events Community Events

EAAA Annual Diwali Celebration

Friday, October 23
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

50th & France- Nolan Mains

Diwali Celebration with Food, Performances and Fun!

Edina Public Schools

Kindergarten Information Nights

Highlands: Oct.20, 5:30 pm. - 6:30 p.m. /Continuous Progress Info at 6:45 p.m.

Concord, Cornelia, Creek Valley: Oct. 22, 5:30 pm. - 6:30 p.m.

Countryside: Oct. 29, 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Countryside Dual Language: Oct. 29, 5:30 pm. - 6:30 p.m.

Normandale: Nov. 5 5:30 pm. - 6:30 p.m.


Middle School Information Nights- for 4th & 5th grade families

South View Middle School: Nov 9, 5:30 p.m.- 7:00 p.m.

Valley View Middle School: Nov 12, 5:30 p.m.- 7:00 p.m.


No School: November 3, 25-27. School Buildings are closed Nov. 26 & 27

Pumpkin Smash & Bash

Wednesday, November 4

4:00 PM - 16:00 PM

Countryside Park, 6240 Trace Ave S

Bring your natural pumpkins (no paint, wax, glitter, sticker) and rolls, smash or watch them drop from the rescue ladder. Halloween costumes are encouraged.

Learn More

Deck the Halls at 50th & France

Saturday, November 28

Small Business Saturday

5 p.m. Tree Lighting, music by The Mistletones & Santa

Learn More

Common Resources

Bloomington Public Health, 952-563-8900, WIC, immunizations

City of Edina, 952-927-8861

Edina Community Ed, 952-848-3952

Edina Senior Center, 952-833-9570

Family Response, 612-979-9511, immediate in-person support & stabilization for families

Mental Health Crisis Services, call or text 988, 24/7

Normandale Center for Healing, 952-929-1698, caregiver support, education, resources

Senior Community Services,952-541-1019 caregiver support, household & outdoor maintenance,

VEAP, 952-888-9616, food pantry, social services

EdinaResourceCenter.com
Edina Resource Center
EdinaResourceCenter.com

Your connection to community information, services and resources

Connect with us!

952-848-3936

contact@edinaresourcenter.com

5701 Normandale Rd, Edina MN 55424

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