Trayvon Talk, Ice Time, Market Move: Today in Oakdale

Here are five items to take note of in Oakdale today.

Rowing Regatta

You won’t be able to use the boat launch at the Lake Elmo Park Reserve next weekend, but you will be able to check out 500 athletes during a rowing regatta hosted by the Minneapolis Rowing Club.

Check out the details here: Rowing Regatta Coming to Lake Elmo Park Reserve

Farmers Market

The Oakdale Farmers Market on Wednesday held its second event this year at the grassy area north of the City Hall parking lot, where had been located in previous weeks.

Here’s Jeanne Gehrman, in a post asking folks about their market experiences:

About the farmers market: Much better location than on the hot blacktop pavement.

In addition to the market on Wednesdays, the city also hosts live music at Richard Walton Park. Here’s a snippet from this week’s show, and a list of upcoming bands.

Trayvon Reaction

You’ve probably seen plenty of national analysis and reaction from the Trayvon Martin case.

But if you’re looking for a local perspective, check out this from Bob’s Blog.

“Stand Your Ground” is an Unconstitutional License to Kill

Sixteen comments and counting.

More Music

You don’t have to wait for the next Listen@theLibrary event for some live music at the Oakdale Library, as Ross Sutter will be on hand Saturday, July 27.

From the event listing on Oakdale Patch:

Hear children’s songs from America and Northern Europe. Lots of audience participation — singing, dancing and a chance to try out various musical instruments. A program for the entire family. No registration. Call the Oakdale Library with questions: 651-730-0504. A MELSA-sponsored program.

Hockey

The city of Oakdale, on its Facebook page, channeled Game of Thrones for this note on Tartan Area Youth Hockey signups:

Winter's coming. That means hockey is just around the corner. That means it’s time to register! Well, almost, registrations open August 1. Check here for details: http://www.tayha.org/