It was exciting Monday to come to work and see the energy and interest generated by the Shriners at the Eden Prairie Center. The Shriners, who are in Minneapolis this week for their annual convention, held their practice and motor skills competitions in the Eden Prairie Center’s parking lot, outside of Mervyn’s.
The annual convention brings Shriners from all over the United States (and maybe the world) together to discuss their programs, services, and future direction. The activities in Eden Prairie focused on one of the Shriners’ more high profile activities – their motor sports operations. There were big cars, little cars, motorcycles, dune buggys, and many other different types of motorized vehicles at the Eden Prairie Center.
I saw Shriners running around the parking lots in formation practicing their routines. That looked a bit odd, but I’m sure it is necessary for their safety. There were lots of interested people watching the drills and routines. It was nice gesture from the Center to host the event.
