The Fitness Center Wants You To Come Visit

It's the last day of January, and it's a good time to reflect on the progress you made with your New Years resolution.

The Eagle Ridge fitness center is the perfect place to achieve your goal, if your resolution was to get more exercise. Our fitness center is open 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. every day, and it is a very short walk from your apartment. You don't have to waste time with a drive to a gym or waste money on a membership. We have two treadmills, two elliptical machines, a universal weight station, hand weights, and exercise balls. There is also a television with plenty of cable channels to watch while you walk or run.

Reaching your ideal weight takes effort and determination to exercise consistently and maintain a healthy diet. Of course, before you start a new exercise or diet regimen you should consult with your doctor to determine if your plan is healthy for you.

And, if you're late to the game in setting a New Years resolution, then use this last day of January to commit to using Eagle Ridge's fitness center more often.

The fitness center at Eagle Ridge is a great place to walk or run, especially when there's a windchill advisory outside!

Snow Rhymes With Tow

With the recent snowfall we've received here we would like to remind you that we do not allow non-motorized, non-moving, non-operable or un-licensed vehicles to be parked in the lots. All vehicles must be moved on a regular basis to allow for necessary snow removal. 

Vehicles that are in violation of this Community Policy are subject to be towed at the vehicle owner’s expense.

Our staff works hard to ensure a safe environment during the winter months by continually plowing and salting walkways and roads during times of snow, but it is still important to use caution while walking on side walks, going up and down stairs and entering or exiting your vehicle. Proper footwear with non-slip tread is vital to surviving a Minnesota winter!

Enjoy the beautiful snow, but be careful out there!

Staff Spotlight: Have You Met Kelsey?

We would like to introduce you to our newest Leasing Consultant, Kelsey. Kelsey joins us from Stewartville, Minnesota where she originally grew up. For the past five years Kelsey was studying Graphic Design at Upper Iowa University in Fayette, Iowa. Kelsey was a recent Graduate Assistant Tennis Coach at Ashford University in Clinton, Iowa, where she coached Men’s and Women’s intercollegiate athletes and earned her Master’s degree in Organizational Management. Kelsey moved back to Minnesota to be closer to her family, which has always been her number one priority. On her down time she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, catching up on her favorite television shows on AMC, and, of course, playing and teaching tennis.

When asked what she wanted to share with our residents, Kelsey said, “I look forward to meeting the residents here at Eagle Ridge Apartments and providing a comfortable and positive living environment for all current and future residents!”

Please join us in welcoming Kelsey to Eagle Ridge!

Kelsey is Eagle Ridge's newest Leasing Consultant.

A Precious New Baby At Eagle Ridge!

We have another baby to celebrate here at Eagle Ridge! Bobby and Kendra are overjoyed with the birth of their beautiful 8lb 15oz baby girl this past December. Leven Colleen was born on 12/16/2012 at 12:16 am. Let’s all wish them the best of luck with their new baby girl and their new life as a family.

Mama Kendra with Baby Leven. Congratulations on the birth of your daughter!

Bye Bye Grime

Winter tends to get our vehicles full of grime from salt and sand on the road. Don't forget about our free car wash bays in every building's garage which make it easy to give your car or truck a rinse. If you want more than a water rinse then stop by the office to get a remote for the 7050 building. The car wash bay there is equipped with soap and wax options to make your vehicle really shine.

Residents Gary and Mary Celebrate 50 Years Of Marriage

Two Eagle Ridge residents recently celebrated an important milestone! Gary and Mary celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with family and friends in the Eagle Ridge party room. Please join us in congratulating them!

Spider-Man, Men In Black 3, And Other New Movies In The Office

We have some new movies in the office at Eagle Ridge, stop on by and peruse the new selections! We recently received The Amazing Spider-man, Men In Black 3, Savages, and The Watch for new releases, plus we have some other great titles from many genres.

Crashed Ice Returns To St. Paul

The crazy sport of 'Ice Cross Downhill' is returning to St. Paul beginning Friday, January 25. The steep, icy course starts next to the Cathedral of St. Paul and swoops over the steps of the Cathedral, up a 16 foot wall and over multiple bumps. And the athletes race along the track wearing ice skates. It's just about the craziest race you'll ever witness. One of the great things about living at Eagle Ridge Apartments is our proximity to events in the Twin Cities like Crashed Ice.

The event runs from January 25 to January 26, check out the website here for times for elimination rounds and the final race. Last year was the debut of Crashed Ice in the United States and the race course returns to the steps of the Cathedral for the 2013 season. The event draws competitors from across the country and the world and some of the top contenders are from Minnesota. The Crashed Ice race in St. Paul is just the first of a series of international Ice Cross Downhill competition; cities in the Netherlands, Canada, and Switzerland also host a Crashed Ice event.

The course goes right over the steps of the Cathedral of St. Paul.

Watch out for those bumps!

January Holidays Include Birthdays For Elvis And Martin Luther King Jr.

January is the start of the New Year and new beginnings. For most of us it starts with our resolutions. Let’s start the year with a look at what holidays we can look forward to celebrating this month.

January 1st New Year’s Day: 
The first day of the year is traditionally a time to make resolutions to better yourself in the coming year.  It may be quitting a bad habit or beginning a good habit. Most resolutions take some perseverance, so if you do slip, keep with it and keep your focus on your goals.

January 8th Elvis Presley’s Birthday:
Born on this day in 1935 the King of rock and roll would have been 78 years old. Elvis’s legacy has transcended generations and he is still one of the most influential musicians of all time. He wasn’t just about rock and roll, he was also a legend with country music fans; but his true passion was with gospel music. In honor of the King listen to one of his songs today.

January 21st Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday: 
Although Dr. King was born on January 15th, 1929, we celebrate the civil rights leaders’ birthday on the 3rd Monday of January. It is more than celebrating his birth; we are celebrating his life and his legacy. Dr. King was one of the greatest social activists of all time, in fact he won the Nobel Peace Prize at age 35, making him the youngest winner of the prize. Most Americans have heard excerpts from Dr. King’s famous “I have a dream” speech. His family recommends that his birthday be celebrated by giving back to the community.

January 23rd National Handwriting Day:
If you have had just about enough "lol, idk, brb," and emoticons, there's a holiday for you! National Handwriting day pays homage to the dying art of the handwritten note. A thoughtful text or email can be nice to receive, but if you take the time to craft a handwritten note it makes it that much more special.

January 25th Opposite Day: 
Don’t celebrate this holiday. It is no fun. It is not confusing or frustrating at all.  I think you get the idea of how this holiday works. But seriously, who didn't love playing opposite day as a kid? With as fun as it is, it is also frustrating, up is down, left is right, no is yes, good is bad… oh boy, if your kids get wind of this one, watch out!

January 31st Inspire Your Heart With Art Day:
This is a great day to take the time to enjoy the things that make life beautiful. Great art can make us reflect our own lives; it can challenge us emotionally, or just bring a smile to our face. So visit a museum, or listen to music today. And remember that art come in many forms such as paintings, sculptures, photography, music, stage-acting, screen-play, and even in food.