After his tragic death with the Hortmans, Gilbert the Helping Paws dog inspires hope and PTSD awareness through a lasting legacy.
Author: Andrew Ferri
Andrew Ferri
Andrew Ferri, M.Ed., MFA, is an accomplished educator with master’s degrees in Curriculum and Pedagogy from Metropolitan State University and Creative Writing from National University. In 2024 he earned the Karin L. Larson Legacy Scholarship for Educational Excellence from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. Licensed as a middle school teacher for nine years, he has extensive experience in diverse educational settings, including over three years at Eden Prairie Public Schools and four years at Saint Paul Public Schools. Currently, Andrew is advancing his career in higher education, having taught communications as an adjunct professor at Dunwoody College of Technology and presently serving as an instructor at Saint Paul College.
Rated for beauty, quiet, accessibility and challenge, these loops offer lakeside views, shade, solitude – and plenty of miles.
The Eden Prairie Players’ June 20-22 and 26-29 productions of “Brigadoon” at Staring Lake Park feature magic, romance, and timeless charm.
Twin Cities Youth Rowing Club earns national championship berth, training at Eden Prairie’s Bryant Lake with limited water time.