MANKATO
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6 From the Editor Nutcracker soldiers and Black Friday 8 Odds ‘n’ Ends 10 Introductions MSO musicians 12 The Gallery ‘Partial Disclosure,’ GSR Festival,
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Enchanted Forest
20 Your Health Comfy shoes not always the right shoes 28 That’s Life The most wonderful time of the year 30 What’s Cooking Choosing your Christmas beast 32 Day Trip Destinations Christmas tree farms 34 Then and Now Sleigh rides 40 Coming Attractions Events to check out in December 44 From This Valley The annual Christmas letter
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In the November issue of Mankato Magazine, a story about the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum incorrectly stated that admission is free. Admission is free for visitors of ages 12 and younger. Admission for visitors of ages 13 and older is $12.
Coming in January We offer a visual tour of the beauties of this land and its people. In the Mankato Magazine’s first-ever photo issue, we will share images that portray south-central Minnesota in a reverent, and sometimes surprising, light.
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Join us, and we’ll enjoy the scenery together.