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Residents of Coon Rapids and surrounding areas are gearing up for the city's annual Public Works Open House.
Set for May 17, from 10:00 a.m. to noon, the event promises a peek behind the scenes of the everyday machines that keep the city running.
The City of Coon Rapids, MN - Local Government announced the open house on social media, inviting families for a morning of free education and entertainment.
Attendees can expect to tour the facility and see the likes of snowplows, tractors, and other heavy machinery up close.
As a highlight, the Public Works will open its doors to the public, including the Recycling Center. Learning about the essential services they provide, visitors of all ages are promised an engaging experience. The event encompasses activities suitable for the entire family, ensuring the informational outing also serves as an enjoyable Saturday pastime. According to the city's Facebook post, it's an opportunity to "take a tour of the facility and check out snowplows, tractors and the other big rigs!".
SOURCE: hoodline
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