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AAO Communications

Sep 8, 2016
2 min

Jeni Haler

Jeni is a former Aquatennial Princess from 2014. She then went on to be the 2015 Princess Kay of the Milky Way! Jeni has continued to volunteer for the AAO in media relations and each year during the Aquatennial Festival. Which Community/Festival were you from? Waconia How did you benefit from your scholarship? I used my Aquatennial scholarship to help fund my undergraduate studies at the University of Minnesota- Twin Cities. I am excited to be graduating with minimal debt in

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AAO Communications

Sep 2, 2016
1 min

Eileen Hafften

Former Vice Commodore Eileen Hafften first got involved with the Aquatennial in 1980 as a Parade Committee member where she served for 16 years. She also served as an Ambassador Chaperone for 9 years and has served as AAO Board of Directors Secretary since 2015. What is one of your favorite memories of being an Aquatennial Ambassador? The La Crosse Oktoberfest weekends and Aquatennial festival weeks at the hotel. What are your hopes for the Aquatennial and/or the AAO? To see

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AAO Communications

Sep 2, 2016
2 min

Joe Johnston

Currently serving as AAO President, Joe Johnston has extensive volunteer experience with the Aquatennial serving as Board Member in 1999, 2000 Captain, 2002 Commodore, and 2007 President. How did you first hear about the Aquatennial and why did you get involved? I worked in Minneapolis and was familiar with Aqua through community... Got bit by the Aqua Bug like so many of us! I first heard about the AAO through participating in Winter Carnival... Then I had the good fortune

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Saints Co-Owner Receives Commodore's Medal

AAO Communications

Aug 3, 2016
1 min

Saints Co-Owner Receives Commodore's Medal

Last night the 2017 ambassador team were honored to present a Commodore's medal to St. Paul Saints co-owner Mike Veeck. #Saints #StPaul #AAO #Aquatennial #Aqua2017 #Commodore

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Announcing the 2017 Minneapolis Aquatennial Crew

AAO Communications

Jul 23, 2016
4 min

Announcing the 2017 Minneapolis Aquatennial Crew

Minneapolis, MN. July 21, 2016 - The Minneapolis Aquatennial Ambassador Organization (AAO) officially announced its 2017 Minneapolis Aquatennial Crew with the selection of the Aquatennial Queen of the Lakes and Princesses on Saturday evening at the Minneapolis Aquatennial Ambassador Coronation presented by SPIRE Credit Union. Queen of the Lakes, Carolyn Meyer Carolyn currently attends the University of St. Thomas where she is majoring in Journalism and Communications. Upon g

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Announcing the 2017 Minneapolis Aquatennial Commodore & Captains

AAO Communications

Jul 21, 2016
4 min

Announcing the 2017 Minneapolis Aquatennial Commodore & Captains

Minneapolis, MN. July 21, 2016 - The Minneapolis Aquatennial Ambassador Organization (AAO) officially announced its 2017 Minneapolis Aquatennial Commodore and Captains on Thursday evening at the Annual Commodore's Dinner held at the Millennium Hotel Minneapolis. Aquatennial Commodore, Dan Stoltz Dan lives in Lino Lakes, Minnesota and obtained his Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Northwestern, Roseville, where he met his lovely wife, Robin. Their three children also g

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2017 Crew Announcement: Dan Stoltz Selected as 2017 Minneapolis Aquatennial Commodore

AAO Communications

Jul 18, 2016
1 min

2017 Crew Announcement: Dan Stoltz Selected as 2017 Minneapolis Aquatennial Commodore

The Minneapolis Aquatennial Ambassador Organization is excited to announce that Dan Stoltz, SPIRE Credit Union CEO and St. Paul Winter Carnival King Boreas the 79th., will be the 2017 Minneapolis Aquatennial Commodore. Dan is honored and humbled to be selected. Deeply committed to giving back, he talks frequently that life is about giving--not taking. Dan’s Aquatennial Commodore Medal will feature three letters - TTT - standing for Time, Talent and Treasures. He believes

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Be among the first to know the
2017 Aquatennial Ambassador Crew

AAO Communications

Jul 12, 2016
1 min

Be among the first to know the 2017 Aquatennial Ambassador Crew

The Minneapolis Aquatennial Ambassador Coronation presented by SPIRE Credit Union is Saturday, July 23. Whether you can't attend to witness it in person or want to spread the news to family and friends, you can be among the first to find out the details of who will make up the 2017 Aquatennial Ambassador Crew. How? Subscribe to AAO News. Subscribers will receive an email after the 2017 Commodore and Captains are announced at the Commodore's Dinner and one after the Queen of

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The Time is Now to Register for AAO Aquatennial Events!

AAO Communications

Jul 7, 2016
3 min

The Time is Now to Register for AAO Aquatennial Events!

It's July. It's Minneapolis. It's Aquatennial Time! Deadlines are fast approaching for several of the Minneapolis Aquatennial Ambassador Organization's Aquatennial Events. Here is quick rundown of the 2016 AAO Events. For additional details on all of the events highlighted below, please visit AAO Events> To purchase tickets to AAO Events, please visit the AAO Shop> MASAA Senior Ambassador Coronation July 19, 2016 10:00 a.m. Coronation 1:00 p.m. Ballroom Dance Elks Lodge Say

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AAO Communications

Jul 3, 2016
1 min

Meet the Ambassador Candidates!

The AAO is pleased to announce the Candidates for the 2017 Minneapolis Aquatennial Ambassador Crew! An all-time record of 56 candidates will participate in a candidate experience during the week of the Aquatennial. Ranging in ages from 18-22, each candidate has previously served as an ambassador of her home community or festival. The Aquatennial Ambassador Candidate Program consists of a rigorous selection process where the candidates are judged on a variety of criterion in

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AAO Communications

Jul 3, 2016
1 min

Commemorative AAO Scholarship Pins

This year the AAO is selling Commemorative pins to help support the Aquatennial Ambassador Scholarship fund. Pins are $10 each and are available exclusively at AAO Aquatennial events. Limited quantities are available in the following styles: Glitter Anchor Pin Available only from one of our 56 Ambassador Candidates, this anchor pin is made up of shimmering aquamarine colored jewels. AAO Logo Pin Proudly represent the AAO by wearing the organization's logo. Looks great on

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AAO Communications

Jul 3, 2016
1 min

AAO Memory Book Now Available!

Learn more about the fascinating history of The AAO through the memories written by Aquatennial Alumni and participants. Includes stories from as early as 1947. Books are $15.00 each, which includes postage. All proceeds go to The AAO. Book compiled by Ken and Eileen Hafften. #Aquatennial #Memories #AAO #Minneapolis #Ambassador

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