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The Oakdale-Lake Elmo Review is pleased to present this community guide. Inside, you'll find information about city government, recreational opportunities, schools, and even local history. The community guide was produced by the staff at Lillie Suburban Newspapers. The family-owned newspaper and printing company has served communities in the Twin Cities east metro area for more than 70 years. Ed McLellan, Debb Reischl, Kitty Sundberg, Robin Nisswandt, Virginia Flaherty and Cody Zustiak compiled the advertising and information content. The Oakdale-Lake Elmo Review is a weekly newspaper published every Wednesday. The Lillie Suburban Newspapers office is located at 2515 E. Seventh Ave., in downtown North St. Paul. Call 651-777-8800 to contact the news and advertising departments, or to inquire about graphic design and printing services. To reach us via e-mail, send press releases and news tips to news@lillienews. com. For advertising needs, send inquiries to advertising@lillienews.com. And be sure to visit us online at www.lillienews.com.

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Welcome .......................................2 Letters from the Mayors of Oakdale and Lake Elmo and Important numbers

Parks and Recreation .................18 Oakdale ................................................... 18 Lake Elmo................................................ 21

History ..........................................4 Oakdale ......................................................4 Lake Elmo...................................................6

Area Attractions .........................23 Ice Arenas, Historical Societies, Golf, and More

Government ..................................8 Oakdale City Government ....................8 Lake Elmo City Government.................9 State & Federal Government ............. 10

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Gre e t i n g s f ro m the Mayor of Oakdale Oakdale continues to be a flourishing community with a proud history and a promising future. It's a community ripe with leisure pursuits and abundant shopping; over 30 restaurants and coffee shops; two theaters -Carmike and Marcus -- with a combined total of 37 movie screens; and a variety of fitness centers. In the spring of 2009, PINZ Family Entertainment Center on Highway 5 brought bowling, laser tag and video games to Oakdale. Over 25 parks dot the community, including the Oakdale Nature Preserve and its "jewel," the Discovery Center, 4444 Hadley Ave. N. The center has wildlife exhibits, works from featured local artisans, cozy seating and reception facilities, all in a scenic woodland setting. Visitors also will discover a historic one-room schoolhouse nearby. The Parks and Recreation Department, housed in the Discovery Center, offers programs and organizes events throughout the year, including the Mystery Egg Hunt, Haunted Hayride and Winter Wonderland. In the central part of town is Richard Walton Memorial Park, located just west of City Hall. It offers a bandshell where free performances are held throughout the summer, a weekly summer farmer's market, a renowned skateboard facility, and hosts the annual city celebration, Summerfest, each June. Other recreation offerings include easy access to the state's popular Gateway Trail and the Oak Marsh Golf Course. Oakdale's commercial and industrial community continues to expand. In the past two years, Oakdale has seen the addition of not only PINZ, but also LA Fitness, Dedicated Logistics, Platinum Bank, Dunn Bros and McDonalds. The numerous shops offering goods and service make it easy for residents to "shop the city" as Target, Kmart, Home Goods, Best Buy, Guitar Center, Rainbow Foods and Flicker Meats all call Oakdale "home." An area of focus is the commercial site on the west side of Tanners Lake. The ­2

programs as energy conservation, tree preservation and water quality, and also the Adopt-a-Wetland Program, which promotes the protection of the 200-plus bodies of water in Oakdale. The Oakdale City Council, various commissions and city staff strive to provide excellent customer service. Visit our website at http://www. ci.oakdale.mn.us for an abundance of information and resources. We are available via telephone, e-mail, mail, and in person to help with any questions or concerns you may have.

Mayor Carmen Sarrack former Blackie's and Toby's restaurants were razed to clear the way for a significant redevelopment project. A combination of retail, offices, restaurants and perhaps housing are being considered for this prime waterfront location across the street from the 3M international headquarters. Also, the former Oakdale Mall was also torn down in 2011 to make way for an exciting, large-scale redevelopment project at the northwest corner of Tenth Street and Interstate 694. Oakdale is committed to preserving its housing stock and has made a variety of loan programs available to residents for home improvements. The city also has an effective code enforcement program that enables quick response to issues relating to such things as junk vehicles, property maintenance and noxious weeds. The city has a highly successful road maintenance plan that calls for selected older streets to be reconstructed each year. Oakdale puts great emphasis on the environment and in reducing its carbon footprint. Since 1975, the city has distributed free trees to residents and, as a result, has a greater number of trees growing in the city than ever before. The Environmental Management Commission immerses itself in such

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Greetings from the Mayor of Lake Elmo The Community

Nestled in the heart of Washington County, the city of Lake Elmo is a picturesque community with a population of 8,182, located 10 miles east of downtown St. Paul. Covering 24 square miles, the community is noted for its rolling hills and rural ambiance. The city features attractive chains of lakes, taking its name from the largest of these lakes. Lake Elmo is home to an extensive park system, including the Lake Elmo Regional Park Reserve. With a variety of housing options available, Lake Elmo is a highly sought residential community. The city enjoys excellent accessibility to the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area via Interstate Highway 94 and State Highways 5 and 36. Major employers located near Lake Elmo include 3M, the Hartford and Imation Corporation, along with Stillwater Area School District 834 and North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale School District 622. The city of Lake Elmo is developing plans to accommodate a population of 24,000 by 2030, as a result of an agreement with the Metropolitan Council. Plans call for capitalizing on the character of the town’s Old Village through the development of new housing units, pedestrian and bicycle trails, a central park and public facilities. Additional housing units will be located along the I-94 corridor.

History Lake Elmo’s first settlers arrived in 1848, building a hotel and tavern, which served as a stagecoach stop connecting Stillwater and St. Paul. In the 1870s, it gained popularity as a resort area where visitors enjoyed fishing and other recreational opportunities. Street car lines running out of Mahtomedi eventually replaced stagecoaches; Lake Elmo lost many of its resort businesses in the 1890s. Over time, tourism gave way to agriculture as the dominant industry. In 1925 the small commercial district incorporated as a village. Present-day ©Lillie

Mayor Dean Johnston Lake Elmo was formed in 1972 when the village joined with East Oakdale Township. With the growth of the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area, Lake Elmo saw an increase in residential development accompanied by a decline in farming. By encouraging rural residential development, the city limited typical suburban residential patterns found throughout the metropolitan area. The city is well positioned to accommodate new residential and employment growth while retaining its rural character.

Education The city is served by three independent school districts: ISD No. 622, North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale; ISD No. 832, Mahtomedi; and ISD No. 834, Stillwater. The primary district is ISD No. 834, Stillwater, which operates nine elementary schools, two middle schools, a senior high school, and an area learning center. Lake Elmo Elementary and OakLand Junior High schools are located in Lake Elmo.

Recreation Lake Elmo and the surrounding area offers a multitude of outdoor recreational opportunities, including swimming,

fishing, water skiing, boating and sailing, as well as hiking, camping, tennis, cycling, and numerous winter sports such as snowmobiling trails and cross-country skiing. The area is also well-known for its wildlife habitat and excellent hunting. The Lake Elmo Regional Park Reserve is a 3.5-square-mile area that is being returned to its natural state to reflect the land as it was before settlers arrived. Nearly 80 percent of the park is a natural preserve, and the remaining 20 percent is devoted to active recreation, including a boat launch, hiking trails, three separate campgrounds, canoe access to the lake and equestrian trails through the woods. It is an ideal site for picnicking, camping, swimming, boating, hiking, bird watching and trail rides. Outside of the Lake Elmo Park Reserve, there are over 15 city and county parks that residents can enjoy. The nearby St. Croix River offers yet another population destination for relaxation and recreation.

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History

Histor y of Oakdale One of Minnesota's fastest-growing cities in the 1990s is now a quiet community with attractive neighborhoods, friendly residents and beautiful parks. Oakdale's population boomed in the decade of the '90s as it rose from just over 18,000 to more than 26,000, to nearly 30,000 today. Originally 36 square miles in the pioneer days, Oakdale is now a third of that size. Oakdale's recorded history dates back to the late 1840s, but it didn't become an incorporated city until 1974. Oakdale Township was first recognized in 1858 and nearly 70 years later parts of it began splitting off. In 1926, the Village of Lake Elmo was the first area to establish its own identity. East Oakdale Township officially came into existence in 1951. Then in 1959, 40 acres split off and became Landfall and 3.5 square miles became Northdale Township. Although the townships of East Oakdale and Northdale separated, in 1968 part of East Oakdale and all of Northdale rejoined Oakdale once again, which was the same year the Village of Oakdale incorporated.

Finally, in 1974, Oakdale officially became a city. According to the 1875 census, the majority of Oakdale Township residents came from far-flung places. Only 42 percent were born in Minnesota. In the beginning, European American immigrants were drawn to Oakdale Township for its rich prairie land interspersed with white, burr and black oak savannahs. There was also land covered with basswood and elm. Bernard B. "Bun" Cyphers was Oakdale's first known settler. He arrived in 1848 and soon after built a hotel and meeting place. Like many areas of the Midwest during the 1800s, farming was the main occupation for most of the pioneers who came to call Oakdale their home. Wheat was one of the most important crops that early farmers produced. In the frigid winter months, they harvested a completely different sort of crop - ice. The main industry in the winter was cutting ice from Tanners Lake and storing it for use during the warm summer months to keep food cold. Cyphers may have been the first known settler, but John Morgan

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became the first permanent settler. Morgan built a hotel on the StillwaterSt. Paul road about a half-mile east of what is now Interstate 694 in 1849. From farms to freeways Railroads also played a large role in the development of Oakdale, transforming it from a sparsely populated township to the prosperous suburb it is today. The St. Paul and Stillwater Short Line Railroad and St. Paul and Taylors Falls Railroad were constructed in the early 1870s. Oakdale became one of the stops and had its own station. In 1949, Oakdale Township resident William S. Moscrip was named one of the "100 Living Great Men of Minnesota." A highly regarded dairy farmer, he was one of the most famous people in Washington County. Moscrip was a man of many hats. He was president of the State Fair Board, the Twin City Milk Producers Association, director of the Northern States Power Company and Miller Hospital. Modern-day Oakdale prides itself in being a suburb that is willing to adapt when needed and open to change. Interstate 694 bisects the city, which has attracted industry and retail businesses to its major intersections at Highway 36, Highway 5, Tenth Street and Interstate 94. When commercial properties are no longer viable, the city has taken an active role in encouraging redevelopment. Oakdale has a strong parks system and Washington County branch library, and is home to the Discovery Center, which offers an opportunity for kids and adults to take in a day full of learning adventures in a natural park setting. It is also a city with growing commercial business and dining opportunities. Stop by and stay awhile in Oakdale, where residents and visitors alike find a warm, family feeling with many recreational and commercial opportunities.

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History

Histor y of Lake Elmo "The brown thrush sings on every tree, The cat-bird trills his gushing glee, And not less happy, love, are we By the triplet elms of Elmo Wild roses bloom along the shore, With pinks and harebells covered o'er, Their fragrance on the breeze they pour That stirs the elms of Elmo." These verses from the song, "The Elms of Elmo," by John W. Boxell, describe many of Lake Elmo's great outdoor amenities back in the 1800s. Although it was written more than 100 years ago, most of the song's lyrics still ring true today. Since Lake Elmo officially split off from Oakdale Township in 1951, it has been an area known for natural beauty and rural landscapes. In 1972, the village of Lake Elmo and part of East Oakdale Township merged

together to become the city of Lake Elmo. In terms of population, Lake Elmo has seen continual growth, but its greatest spur in development may be in the years ahead. From 2000 to 2005, the population grew by over 1,000 residents to nearly 8,000, and the city is planning for continued strong growth in the next two decades, especially in the Historic Old Village area. Former resort hotspot Bass Lake Station was the home of the first post office in the township. This is the area now commonly referred to as the Old Village. The St. Paul, Stillwater and Taylors Falls Railroad passed through Lake Elmo, which made it easy for tourists to reach the lake. Railroad promoter and St. Paul businessman A. B. Stickney purchased the

land between the railroad tracks and the lake, where he built a 58-room lake hotel. Soon after, it was believed that the county fairgrounds were built on that land in 1875 because of the commercial influences the hotel brought. Old-time baseball was one of the main attractions for fair-goers during the early years. Lake Elmo, the town's largest lake, was originally called Bass Lake. It's well known for its deep, clean water and has always been a popular fishing spot. In 1879, railroad entrepreneur Stickney renamed the lake and the village. He named it after St. Elmo Murray, a character in the romantic novel, "St. Elmo." His wife enjoyed the novel and suggested the name to Stickney. In the years leading up to the 1900s, Lake Elmo saw steady growth, without becoming a boomtown. It enjoyed success with its resort

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Histor y of Lake Elmo hotel and Lake Elmo Residence Park, which was along the eastern side of the lake. Several cottages, a bandstand and clubhouse were all a part of the park. Strong growth continued as the years moved on. During the 1920s, Stillwater Road was paved, which allowed the village to establish itself as a major shipping point and dairy center that had a creamery, grain elevator, two grocery stores, hardware and implement stores, a private hospital, a bank and even a skating rink for the entire community to enjoy a night out. Farmers came in large numbers to Lake Elmo. Many of the early farmers were of German and Irish heritage. Some of the local livestock specialties included Jersey and Holstein cattle and Yorkshire swine. Even though Lake Elmo gradually lost its edge as an agricultural powerhouse, it still has farm fields interspersed among residential develop-

ments throughout the city Lake Elmo Airport, which is located on the city's east border in Baytown Township, has allowed the city to remain a focal point in the metro area, and Lake Elmo Regional Park Reserve draws visitors from around the metro area. The city is known as a rural area, but future developments are in the works. Although civic leaders expect Lake Elmo to develop more and more as the years move on, they anticipate its smalltown ambiance will remain. It's abundance of picturesque lakes and outdoor recreational opportunities will ensure that "The Elms of Elmo" ring true for current and future residents. "Should coming years to you and me, Bring thoughtful care, as it may be, Yet still, in fancy, we shall see The three green elms of Elmo."

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Government

O a k d a l e City Gover nment The Oakdale City Council meets at 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month in the City Hall Council Chambers.

Oakdale City Hall 1584 Hadley Ave. Oakdale, MN 55128 Phone: 651-730-2704 The city of Oakdale operates under the council-manager plan. All legislative power is vested in the elected, part-time city council under this form of government. The council consists of a mayor and four council members who are elected at-large for four-year staggered terms. Elections are held in even-numbered years in November, concurrently with state general elections.

The postal letters addressed to the mayor and council members should be sent to: Oakdale City Hall, 1584 Hadley Ave., Oakdale, MN 55128 Mayor Carmen Sarrack 651-777-2428 (work) E-mail: carmen.sarrack@ci.oakdale.mn.us

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L a ke E l m o City Gover nment The city council meets on the first and third Tuesdays of each month. Meetings starts at 7 p.m. and are conducted at the Lake Elmo City Hall. The City Council also holds a workshop on the second Tuesday of each month at City Hall.

Lake Elmo City Hall 3800 Laverne Avenue N. Lake Elmo, MN 55042 Phone: 651-777-5510 The city of Lake Elmo operates under the council-manager plan. All legislative power is vested in the elected, part-time city council under this form of government. The council consists of a mayor and four council members who are elected at-large for four-year staggered terms. Elections are held in even-numbered years in November, concurrently with state general elections.

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Dean Johnston 8200 Hill Trail N. Lake Elmo, MN 55042 Phone: 651-777-4444 E-mail: dandkjohnston@comcast.net

Mike Pearson 2805 Lisbon Ave. N Lake Elmo, MN 55042 Phone: 651-748-9955 E-mail: mikepearson1965@yahoo. com

Council Members Brett Emmons 3280 Klondike Ave. Lake Elmo, MN 55042 Phone: 651-773-3038 E-mail: brett.emmons@live.com

Anne Smith 12153 N. Marquess Lane Lake Elmo, MN 55042 Phone: 651-351-0811 E-mail: annejsmith@msn.com

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State and Federal Government Minnesota State Representative: Nora Slawik (District 55B-DFL) 245 State Office Building 100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. St. Paul, Minnesota 55155 651-296-7807 E-mail: rep.nora.slawik@house.mn Kathy Lohmer (District 56A-R) 521 State Office Building 100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. St. Paul, Minnesota 55155 651-296-4244 E-mail: rep.kathy.lohmer@house.mn Minnesota State Senators: Chuck Wiger (District 55-DFL) 117 State Office Building 100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. St. Paul, Minnesota 55155 651-296-6820 E-mail: sen.chuck.wiger@senate.mn Ted Lillie (District 56-R) 124 Capitol Building

Washington, D.C. 20515 651-296-4166 E-mail:sen.ted.lillie@senate.mn Washington County Commissioner: Bill Pulkrabek 651-430-6212 E-mail: bill.pulkrabek@co.washington.mn.us United States Congress: United States Congress District 4: Representative Betty McCollum (DFL) 1714 Longworth House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 202-225-6631 E-mail: betty.mccollum@mail.house.gov Website: http://mccollum.house.gov Minnesota Office: 165 Western Avenue, Suite 17 St. Paul, MN 55102 651-224-9191

Woodbury, MN 55125 651-731-5400 United States Senators: Senator Al Franken (DFL) 309 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 DC Phone: 202-224-5641 E-mail: info@franken.senate.gov Website: http://franken.senate.gov Senator Amy Klobuchar (DFL) 302 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 202-224-3244 E-mail: access through website Website: http://klobuchar.senate.gov

United States Congress District 6: Representative Michele Bachmann (R) 103 Cannon House Office Building Wasington, D.C. 20515 202-225-2331 E-mail: bachmann.house.gov Minnesota Office: 6043 Hudson Road, Suite 330

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The North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale School District describes itself as: "A community collaborative dedicated to educating and empowering all learners to excel in our changing world." With this mission in mind, School District 622 provides lifelong educational opportunities for residents of all ages. Encompassing 42 square miles, the district includes all or portions of seven communities in the northeast metro area - North St. Paul, Maplewood, Oakdale, Lake Elmo, Landfall, Pine Springs and Woodbury. Serving more than 74,000 residents, the district has nine elementary schools (kindergarten-fifth grade), three middle schools (sixth-eighth), two high schools (ninth-12th), an early-childhood education center, an alternative learning center, a special education transition program and a se-

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nior center. The district's wide variety of Community Education programs serves infants to centenarians ... and everyone in between. Residents can be proud of the high-quality programs and services the district provides. From highly trained teachers in its Stepping Stones preschool to nationally recognized programs at North and Tartan high schools, District 622 is always striving to be the best. Staff members work with families and teachers to choose the most appropriate school programs and settings so children can find success. High-potential students are identified through parental input, teacher referrals and standardized test scores. And the district's Special Services staff members provide support for children with special needs. For parents of secondary students,

District 622 has the Parent Portal system, which allows parents to access their students' academic information online, from anywhere and at any time. Integrated technologies are also in place throughout the district, including the use of interactive whiteboards in district classrooms, which increase student engagement during the learning process. First-time/new students District 622 has a centralized Student Enrollment Center at the District Education Center, 2520 East 12th Ave., North St. Paul, which is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Thursday. For registration information, call 651-748-7550.

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Continued from page 11 Elementary schools Each elementary school provides an academically and socially balanced approach to education for students in grades kindergarten through fifth. For each grade level, the district has a comprehensive curriculum that includes essential outcomes, outlining what students are expected to know and be able to do. District 622 offers free all-day, everyday kindergarten for its students. This initiative is part of the district's commitment to providing a top-notch education focused on ensuring academic success for all. The program is a full-day curriculum that provides students with a strong educational base as they begin their school careers. Middle schools District 622 embraces a middleschool concept, serving students in

grades six through eight. The middle schools are built around the "house" concept, in which each grade has a majority of its classes located in one area. A strong curriculum is at the center of the middle-school foundation, with grade-level expectations established for each subject. Besides the traditional coursework, a number of academic and social opportunities outside the classroom are offered. High schools Preparing students for the future is the foundation behind District 622's high school program. A comprehensive curriculum is designed to challenge the interests and abilities of the diverse student body. Whether students are college- or career-bound, the District 622 staff works to ensure that all graduates are prepared for that next step. College credit is offered for full- or part-time college attendance under

the Minnesota Post-Secondary Enrollment Options program and through the College In the Schools program. Both North and Tartan high schools also offer a number of Advanced Placement classes. Outside of the regular school day, students may participate in athletic team sports and numerous co-curricular activities. In both academic and athletic competitions, District 622 students regularly receive state and national recognition for their achievements. The North St. Paul-MaplewoodOakdale School District serves all of Landfall, North St. Paul and Oakdale and parts of Lake Elmo Maplewood, Pine Springs and Woodbury. District 622 has high schools in North St. Paul and Oakdale and middle schools in Maplewood and Oakdale. Elementary schools are located in all three of the district's major communities.

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D i s t r i c t 622 Schools Elementary Schools Carver Elementary School 2680 Upper Afton Road Maplewood, MN 55119 School hours: 9:15 a.m.-3:45 p.m. Phone: 651-702-8200 Principal: Peter Olson-Skog

Elementary Schools Eagle Point Elementary School 7850 15th St. N. Oakdale, MN 55128 School hours: 8:45 a.m.-3:15 p.m Phone: 651-702-8300 Principal: Shawn Bromeland

Elementary Schools Richardson Elementary School 2615 N. First St. North St. Paul, MN 55109 School hours: 9:15 a.m.-3:45 p.m. Phone: 651-748-6900 Principal: Jim Miklausich

Castle Elementary School 6675 50th Street N. Oakdale, MN 55128 School hours: 8:45 a.m.-3:15 p.m. Phone: 651-748-6700 Principal: Allie Storti

L.C. Webster Elementary School 2170 E. Seventh Ave. North St. Paul, MN 55109 School hours: 8:45 a.m.-3:15 p.m. Phone: 651-748-7100 Principal: Sara Palodichuk

Skyview Elementary School 1100 Heron Ave. N. Oakdale, MN 55218 School hours: 9:15 a.m.-3:45 p.m Phone: 651-702-8100 Principal: Carol Erickson

Cowern Elementary School 2131 N. Margaret St. North St. Paul, MN 55109 School hours: 8:45 a.m.-3:15 p.m. Phone: 651-748-6800 Principal: Sonya Czerepak

Oakdale Elementary School 821 Glenbrook Ave. Oakdale, MN 55128 School hours: 8:45 a.m.-3:15 p.m. Phone: 651-702-8500 Principal: Peter Mau

Weaver Elementary School 2135 Birmingham St. Maplewood, MN 55109 School hours: 9:15 a.m.-3:45 p.m. Phone: 651-748-7000 Principal: Judy Jemtrud

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Middle Schools John Glenn Middle School 1560 E. County Road B Maplewood, MN 55109 School hours: 7:45 a.m.-2:15 p.m. Phone: 651-748-6300 Principal: Mike Redmond

Middle Schools Maplewood Middle School 2410 Holloway Ave. Maplewood, MN 55109 School hours: 7:45 a.m.-2:15 p.m. Phone: 651-748-6500 Principal: Jill Miklausich

High Schools Tartan High School 828 N. Greenway Ave. Oakdale, MN 55128 School hours: 8:15 a.m.-2:45 p.m. Phone: 651-702-8600 Principal: Dr. John Bezek

Skyview Middle School 1100 Heron Ave. N. Oakdale, MN 55128 School hours: 7:45 a.m.-2:15 p.m. Phone: 651-702-8000 Principal: Christina Hester High Schools North High School 2416 E. 11th Ave. North St. Paul, MN 55109 School hours: 8:15 a.m.-2:45 p.m. Phone: 651-748-6000 Principal: Greg Nelson

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District 622 School Board District Education Center 2520 E. 12th Ave. North St. Paul, MN 55109 651-748-7622

The District 622 School Board conducts one meeting per month at the District Education Eenter. Meeting agendas are posted online at www. isd622.org. Meetings begin at 7 p.m.

Treasurer-Amy Coborn Phone: 651-748-7506 E-mail: amy_coborn@isd622.org

Clerk-Pam Cunningham Phone: 651-748-7505 E-mail: pam_cunningham@isd622.org Director-Steve Hunt Phone: 651-748-7502 E-mail: steve_hunt@isd622.org

Superintendent-Patty Phillips Phone: 651-748-7410 E-mail: pphillips@isd622.org

Director-Nancy Livingston Phone: 651-748-7503 E-mail: nancy_livingston@isd622.org

Chair-Mark Wheeler Phone: 651-748-7507 E-mail: mark_wheeler@isd622.org

Director-Michelle Yener Phone: 651-748-7506, E-mail: michelle_yener@isd622.org

Vice-chair-Theresa Augé Phone: 651-748-7501 E-mail: theresea_auge@isd622.org

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Stillwater Area Public Schools Stillwater Area Public Schools has a tradition of high expectations, high standards and outstanding achievement. School District 834 ranks among the highest-performing districts in the state and offers: • Personal, caring staff committed to each individual learner • High expectations supported through innovation and creativity • More choices and opportunities for students - both in the classroom and beyond • An exceptional reputation and unwavering tradition of excellence Stillwater Area Public Schools serves more than 8,900 students in 10 elementary schools (K-6), two junior high schools (grades 7-9), one high school (grades 10-12), and an alternative learning center for secondary students. An Continued on page 16

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Continued from page 15 early-childhood family center serves families with young children, from birth to age 5. The district stretches 30 miles along the St. Croix River from Marine on St. Croix south to Afton, and encompasses 18 communities, including: Afton, Bayport, Baytown Township, Grant, a portion of Hugo, Lake Elmo, Lakeland, Lakeland Shores, Lake St. Croix Beach, Marine on St. Croix, May Township, Oak Park Heights, St. Mary's Point, Stillwater, Stillwater Township, West Lakeland Township, Withrow, and a portion of Woodbury. Enrollment information is available by calling District 834's Central Enrollment Office at 651-351-8412, stopping by Central Services, 1875 S. Greeley Street, Stillwater, or by going to the district's website: www.stillwater.k12. mn.usa and clicking on "Enrollment."

Stillwater Area District 834 serves a large portion of Lake Elmo. Local students living in District 834 attend: Elementary Schools Lake Elmo Elementary School 11030 N. Stillwater Blvd. Lake Elmo, MN 55042 Phone: 651-351-6700 Principal: Stephen Gorde Oak Park Elementary School 6355 N. Osman Ave. Stillwater, MN 55082 Phone: 651-351-8600 Principal: Dawn Wiegand Middle Schools Oak-Land Junior High School 820 N. Manning Ave. Lake Elmo, MN 55042 Phone: 651-351-8500 Principal: Andy Fields

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Stillwater No. 834 1875 S. Greeley St. Stillwater, MN 55082 651-351-8301 The Stillwater Area School District School Board usually holds its regular business meetings on the second and fourth Thursday evenings of every month. Meetings begin at 7 p.m. and are held in the Stillwater City Hall, located at 216 N. Fourth St.

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Stillwater District 834 School Board Superintendent- Corey Lunn Contact: 651-351-8301, lunnc@stillwater.k12.mn.us

Stillwater District 834 School Board Director- Natalie Fedie Contact: 651-351-8431, fedien@stillwater.k12.mn.us

Private & Parochial Schools Gethsemane School 2410 E. Stillwater Road Maplewood, MN 55119 Phone: 651-739-7540

Chair- George Dierberger Contact: 651-351-8430, dierbergerg@stillwater.k12.mn.us

Director- George Hoeppner Contact: 651-351-8433, hoeppnerg@stillwater.k12.mn.us

Hill-Murray School 2625 E. Larpenteur Ave. Maplewood, MN 55109 Phone: 651-777-1376

Vice-Chair- Mike Ptacek Contact: 651-351-8424, ptacekm@stillwater.k12.mn.us

Director- Natasha Fleischman Contact: 651-351-8432, fleischmann@stillwater.k12.mn.us

Treasurer- Tom Lehmann Contact: 651-351-8428, lehmannt@stillwater.k12.mn.us

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Clerk- Kathy Buchholz Contact: 651-351-8429, buchholzk@stillwater.k12.mn.us

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Re c re a t ion in Oakdale Oakdale offers an abundance of leisure options for residents and visitors alike. The east metro suburb has more than 20 parks, which provide individuals and families with many ways to enjoy the outdoors. The mix of parks includes some that are primarily open space and hiking trails, while others are fully developed with playground equipment and ball diamonds. Richard Walton Memorial Park is the site of many of the biggest cityhosted events. Every June the community's large Summerfest celebration is held there. And for the first time in 2010, Oakdale's annual Independence Day fireworks show took place there. But Richard Walton Park isn't the only hoppin' place in town. There are activities at Oakdale parks year round, whether it's a winter snowshoe hike at the Oakdale Nature Preserves'

Discovery Center, swimming at Tanners Lake or a Little League game at Goosepond Park. Or maybe spy thrillers, biographies or romance novels are more your cup of tea, or you're looking for good source materials for your child's history report. The Washington County branch library in Oakdale has a wide selection of books, reference publications, periodicals, movies and music CDs. With Wi-Fi and computers available, it's the perfect spot to go when there are too many things interrupting your concentration at home. Book clubs, preschooler story hours, concerts and kids' reading sessions are just some of the fun offerings. No matter what your interest, the Oakdale Library will have something for you.

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Pa r k s in Oakdale

Eastside Park 16th St. N. Playground equipment, ball/soccer fields, tennis courts, skating rink, picnic tables, trails.

Oakfield Park Heather Way N. Playground equipment, basketball court, picnic shelter.

Preservation Park 45th St. N.

Eberle Park Hale Ave.

Open space, native plantings, bench.

Playground equipment, T-ball field, sand volleyball, skating rink, picnic shelter, picnic tables.

Richard Walton Memorial Park Hadley Ave. N. and 15th St. N.

Furlong Park 48th St. N. Playground equipment, picnic tables, skating rink.

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Golfview Park Hadley Ave. N. Oakdale, MN 55128 Playground equipment, basketball court, skating rink, trail.

Goodwin Park Goodwin Ave. N.

Guthrie Park Hadley Ave. N.

Northdale Park Granada Ave. N.

Playground equipment, basketball court, skating rink, picnic tables.

Playground equipment, archery range, ballfields, skating rink with warming house, picnic tables.

Horseshoe Park Gershwin Ave. N.

Open space.

Horseshoe pits, picnic tables.

Goosepond Park 40th St. N.

Meadows Park Upper 26th St. N.

Baseball/soccer fields.

Open space.

Oakdale Nature Preserve 40th St. N. Discovery Center programs, playground equipment, tennis courts, picnic tables, hiking-biking-cross country ski trails, woodlands.

Playground equipment, bandshell, softball complex and concessions, pavilion with kitchen facilities, skateboard park, skating rink with warming house. Site of annual Summerfest celebration, Summer Concert Series, July Fourth fireworks show and farmer's market.

Tanners Lake Park Park Road N. Beach, boat launch, fishing dock, playground equipment, sand volleyball court, basketball court, tennis court, ballfields, picnic tables.

Tilley Park Hale Ave. N. Playground equipment, benches.

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Titan 4th St. Place N. Open space.

Tower Park 8th St. Lane N. Playground equipment, site of city's summer "homemade" water slide.

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With 18 city parks and a regional park to its credit, Lake Elmo provides many different opportunities for organized sports, unstructured play, physical activity, places to gather and ways to sit back and enjoy nature's beauty. Lake Elmo residents can take advantage of each of the park's unique setting. Some are surrounded by picturesque lakes and ponds, others are perfect for the entire family to play ball or hike trails that wend through natural habitats. Lake Elmo is home to a library located off of Lake Elmo Avenue. The city's library is a cozy, serene getaway from the stresses of daily life. There is Wi-Fi available, electronic references and storytime for anyone looking to hear a good tale. Stop in, sit down and grab a book; you'll be happy you did.

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Lake Elmo Parks Carriage Station Park Stillwater Blvd. and 50th St.

Picnicking, trails, sliding hill, playground, basketball court.

DeMontreville Park 5700 Highlands Trail N.

Picnicking, playground, basketball and volleyball courts, softball, soccer and football fields.

DeMontreville Wildlife Area 7950 DeMontreville Trail N.

Natural park, lakes, ponds and creek, walking, jogging, canoeing, flora and fauna identification, quiet and solitude, sliding.

Heights Park 26th St. and Imperial Ave. Lake, pond and natural resource areas.

Heritage Park 2700 Lisbon Ave. Lake and picnic areas.

Homestead Park 14th St. and Lake Elmo Ave. Lake and picnic areas.

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Lake Elmo Parks Kleis Park 5285 Jamaca Blvd.

Natural park and land, lake, pond, natural resource area, picknicking, walking, jogging, playground, softball, soccer and football fields, biking, skiing, grills.

Lake Jane Hills Park Jamaca Avenue N. and 42nd St. Lake Elmo, MN 55042 Natural park land.

Lake Elmo Park Reserve 1515 N. Keats Ave. 651-430-8370

With more than 2,000 acres, Lake Elmo Park Reserve is perfect for nature enthusiasts, or just those folks wanting to relax and spend some time playing in the outdoors. The park reserve is managed by the Washington County Parks Division and features a large campgrounds, equestrian trails, fishing piers, picnic areas, a swimming beach and many other types of activities for adults and children alike. The park's swimming pond is filtered and

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Parks and Recreation Continued from page 21 disinfected, and is surrounded by one-fifth mile of sandy beach. There are restrooms and changing rooms for swimmers and the beach house has a concession stand. Nearly 80 percent of the park reserve is set aside for preservation and protection, so that it will eventually resemble the land prior to European settlers' arrival in the 1800s. Forest and prairie landscapes are home to pheasants, weasels, red fox, woodpeckers, warblers and more. Set aside a day, or maybe even a weekend and take the family out for a time they won't soon forget at Lake Elmo Park Reserve.

Lions Park 3525 Laverne Ave. N.

Picnicking, playground, lighted baseball field and tennis courts, basketball and volleyball courts, horseshoes, hockey/ice skating, badminton, concession, water fountain, warming house, bleachers, shelters.

Pa r k s in Lake Elmo Pebble Park 8160 Lake Jane Trail N.

Natural parkland, natural resource area, picnicking, trails, walking, jogging, playground, lighted tennis courts, basketball and volleyball courts, softball field, ice skating rink, sliding hill, mountain bike trails.

Reid Park 11430 30th St. N.

Natural park, lake, pond, natural resource area, picnicking, walking, jogging, flora/fauna identification, quiet/solitude, playground, softball, soccer and football fields, biking trails.

Ridge Park 15th St. and Inwood Ave.

Natural resource area, picnicking, trails for walking and jogging, playground, softball field, volleyball and basketball courts.

Stonegate Park 750 Jasmine

Picnicking, playground, softball, soccer and football fields.

Sunfish Lake Park 10000 Stillwater Lane N.

Lake, pond, natural parkland, natural resource area, picnicking, trails for walking and jogging, biking, canoeing, flora/fauna identification, quiet/solitude, sliding hill, cross-country skiing, horseback riding, grills.

Tablyn Park 8735 Stillwater Blvd. N.

Picnicking, trails - walking, jogging, biking, playground, football, softball and soccer fields, lighted tennis court, basketball court, sledding hill, grills.

Tana Ridge Park 4525 Lily Ave.

Picnicking, trails - walking, jogging, biking, playground, softball and soccer fields.

VFW Park 3675 Layton Ave.

Elmo Center for the Arts Park 3585 Laverne Ave. N. Battle Creek Regional Park 2300 Upper Afton Rd.

Battle Creek is the perfect spot for outdoor and nature enthusiasts. It's a place to observe nature, watch birds and relax in a quiet woodland area, which has more than 750 acres. There are oak woods, old fields, creeks and woodlands, which provide for a great variety of wildlife. With a mix of summer and winter activities, Battle Creek provides entertainment for all ages, including biking, hiking, and skiing trails, plus bird and wildlife viewing. It also has extensive playground equipment, a large picnic grounds, an outdoor aquatics center and a dog park.

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Hall Available for Rent (seats approx. 200) • Weddings • Luncheons • Parties • Pull Tabs Every Day

• Live bands every Friday & Saturday

Tuesdays: y $1,000 Progressive Bingo

• Now serving food in the evenings

Fridays: Lucky Buck & Meat Raffle License No. 01196

• Monthly beer and drink specials • Find us on Facebook! • Open to the Public!

Hours: Mon. - Thurs. 12p.m. - 1a.m. Fri. - Sat. 11a.m. - 1a.m. Sun. 12p.m. - 8p.m. ­ 22

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Area Attractions

Oakdale & Lake Elmo Area Attractions

Whether you're looking for activities in the neighborhood or nearby big cities, Oakdale and Lake Elmo offer a wide range of opportunities to stay busy. Conveniently located

within minutes of Minneapolis and St. Paul, the area has fun things to do both indoors and outdoors year round.

On ice

On the links

On the links

Tartan Arena 740 Greenway Ave N. Oakdale, MN 55128 651-714-9251

Country Air Golf Course 404 Lake Elmo, Ave. N. Lake Elmo, MN 55042 651-436-7888

Kids of all ages

Heritage time

Hillcrest Golf Club 2200 E. Larpenteur Ave. St. Paul, MN 55109 651-774-6088

Aldrich Arena 1850 N. White Bear Ave. Maplewood, MN 55109 651-748-2510

Cimarron Golf Course 901 Lake Elmo Ave. N. Lake Elmo, MN 55042 651-436-6188

Minnesota History Center 345 W. Kellogg Blvd. St. Paul, MN 55102 651-259-3000 Oakdale/Lake Elmo Historical Society 1584 Hadley Avenue N. Oakdale, MN 55128 Contact: Frank Orsello, President

Oak Marsh Golf Course 526 Inwood Ave. N Oakdale, MN 55128 651-730-8886

Tartan Park Golf Course 11455 20th St N. Lake Elmo, MN 55042 651-733-3480

Como Park Zoo and Conservatory 1225 Estabrook Drive St. Paul, MN 55103 651-487-8200 Open every day of the year. Como Park Winter hours (October-March): 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Summer hours (April-September): 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Kids of all ages

Minnesota Children's Museum 10 W. 7th St. St. Paul, MN 55102 651-225-6000 Minnesota State Fairgrounds 1265 N. Snelling Ave. Falcon Heights, MN 55108 651-288-4400 Science Museum of Minnesota 120 W. Kellogg Blvd. St. Paul, MN 55102 651-221-9444

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Health Care & Social Services Health Care

Children’s Hospital 345 N. Smith Ave. St. Paul 55102 . . . . . . . 651-220-6000 Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . 651-220-6911 Patient Information . . 651-220-6800 White Bear Lake Care Center 1891 Florence St. White Bear Lake 55110 . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 651-232-1818 HealthEast/Maplewood Clinic 3100 Kennard Maplewood 55109 . . . . 651-232-7800 HealthEast/Oakdale Clinic 1099 Helmo Ave. N., Ste. 100 Oakdale 55128 . . . . . . 651-326-5300 HealthEast/St. John’s Hospital 1575 Beam Ave. Maplewood 55109 . . . . 651-232-7000 Emergency . . . . . . . . . . 651-232-7348 Patient Information . . 651-232-7228 Radiology . . . . . . . . . . . 651-232-7183 HealthEast/St. Joseph’s Hospital 69 Exchange St. W St. Paul 55102 . . . . . . . 651-232-3000 Behavioral Care . . . . . . 651-232-3222 Emergency . . . . . . . . . . 651-232-3348 Patient Information . . 651-232-3228.. Heart Care . . . . . . . . . . 651-232-3063 Cancer Care . . . . . . . . . 651-232-4555 Orthopedics Care . . . . 651-232-3191

HealthEast/Woodwinds Health Campus 1925 Woodwinds Drive Woodbury 55125 . . . . . 651-232-0100 Emergency… . . . . . . . . 651-232-0348 Patient Information . . 651-232-0228 HealthEast Woodbury Clinic Family Practice, Internal Medicine Pediatricians

Midwifery

Woodwinds Birch Center 1875 Woodwinds Drive Woodbury 55125 . . . . . 651-232-6700 Lakeview Hospital 927 Churchill St. W Stillwater 55082 . . . . . 651-439-5330 Regions Hospital 640 Jackson St. St. Paul 55101 . . . . . . . 651-254-3456 Emergency . . . . . . . . . . 651-254-5000 Patient Information . . 651-254-2090 United Hospital 333 Smith Ave. N St. Paul 55102 . . . . . . . 651-241-8000 Emergency . . . . . . . . . . 651-241-8755 Patient Information . . 651-241-8446

Social Services

AA St. Paul Intergroup Central Office.. 651-227-5502 A1-Anon//Alateen Information Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 651-771-2208 Alcohol-Drug Treatment Referral (24 hrs.) . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-996-3784

Business Services

American Cancer Society . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-227-2345 Battered Women’s Crisis Line (TTY/ voice) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 651-222-5836 Crisis Intervention Center . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 612-873-3161 Crisis Pregnancy Center Hotline . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 612-866-7715 Legal Aid Society . . . . 612-334-5970 Legal Aid St. Paul . . . . 651-222-5863 Minnesota Care . . . . . . 651-297-3862 Neighbors, Inc . . . . . . . 651-455-1508 Poison Center (TTY/Voice) . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-222-1222 TTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 612-904-4691 Ramsey County Adult Protection (weekdays) . . . . . . . . . . . 651-266-4012 Second Harvest Heartland . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 651-484-5117 Social Security Administration . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800 772-1213 Suicide Prevention . . . 612-347-2222 Tubman Family Alliance . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 651-770-0777 United Way First Call For Help . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 651-224-1133 Volunteer Lawyers Network . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 612-752-6677 Women’s Shelter: Casa de Esperanza . . . . . . . . . . . . 651-772-1611 Women’s Shelter: Doris & Stan Hill Safehome . . . . . . . . . . . . 651-653-6305 Weather Information . 952-361-6680

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Places of Worship Assemblies of God

Baptist (con't)

Catholic (con't)

Redeemer Baptist Church, NAB River of God Church 2490 7th Avenue E. North St. Paul 55109 651-770-7777 www.riverofgod.org Pastor Dennis McGrane

Sunday Service: 10:00 a.m. Sunday Kids' Church: 10:00 a.m. Child care provided Wednesday Prayer & Youth Service: 7:00 p.m.

Baptist Lake Phalen Community Church

1717 English Street Maplewood, MN 55109 651-776-1536 Paster Bob Highley

lakephalencommunitychurch@gmail.com

www.lakephalenchurch.com Worship: 10:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:15 a.m.

Oakdale First Baptist Church 7075 15th Street N. Oakdale 55128 651-739-9362 V. Richard Jensen, Pastor

Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Worship: 10:45 a.m. Evening Service: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study: 7:00 p.m. Preaching Christ the Saviour ©Lillie

2479 Geneva Avenue N. (Hwy. 120) Oakdale 55128 651-777-2552 redeemernabc@juno.com www.redeemerbaptist.org Rev. Michael Lerud, Pastor Josiah Quant, Youth Director

Sunday School: 9:15 a.m. Fellowship Time: 10:10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening Youth Group: 5:00 p.m. Wednesday AWANA, Adult Studies: 6:30 p.m. (AWANA: Sept. - May) (Nursery Provided for all Services)

Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church

1725 Kennard Street Maplewood 55109 651-777-8116 www.presentationofmary.org Rev. Mark A. Huberty, Pastor Mass Times: Saturday 5:00 p.m. Sunday 8:30 & 10:30 a.m. Monday – Thursday 8:00 a.m. Friday 8:45 a.m.

Catholic Church of St. Peter

2600 N. Margaret Street North St. Paul 55109 651-777-8304 www.churchofstpeternsp.org Fr. William Deziel, Pastor

Weekend Mass Schedule: Year Round Saturday 4:00 p.m. Sunday 8:00, 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. Daily Mass Schedule: June - August: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m. September - May Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. Friday 9:30 a.m. Sacrament of Reconcillication: Year Round Tuesday 7:15 - 7:45 a.m. Saturday 3:00 - 3:45 p.m.

Transfiguration Catholic Church

6133 15th Street N. Oakdale 55128 651-738-2646 www.transfigurationmn.org Rev. William Baer, Pastor Transfiguration School 6135 15th Street N. Oakdale 55128 651-501-2220

Saturday Mass: 5:00 p.m. Sunday Masses: 8:30 & 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m. Monday - Saturday Mass: 8:00 a.m. Tuesday - Thursday Mass: 6:30 p.m. Reconcillication: Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m., Saturday 7:30 & 8:30 a.m., 4:00 p.m. Adoration: Monday - Saturday 7:00 a.m.

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Worship on Sundays Sunday School: 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Children’s Church - Sunday Mornings Sunday Evening: 6:00 p.m. Thursday Evening Worship: 7:00 p.m.

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Worship (School Year): 9:00 a.m. - Traditional 11:00 a.m. - Contemporary Sunday School: age 3 to 6th grade 11:00 a.m. "Let us...Grow...Go...& Glorify God!"

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2475 E. 17th Avenue North St. Paul 55109 Church: 651-777-5771 School: 651-777-1450 christlutheran-wels.org Rev. Joel Gawrisch Rev. Matt Hennig Rev. Jeff Mittelstadt

Worship: 8:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:15 a.m. Monday Evening Service: 7:00 p.m. Hugo: Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m.

Highway 36 – Keats & 59th 5825 Kelvin Avenue N. Lake Elmo 55042 651-770-3172 www.rockpoint-church.com info@rockpoint-church.com Roy Fruits, Sr. Pastor

Sunday services: 9:00 & 10:45 a.m.

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1669 N. Arcade Street 651-774-5954 Fax: 651-774-5956 www.gachurch.org

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1390 Larpenteur Avenue East St. Paul, MN 55109 651-772-2445 www.lifechangeplace.com Pastor Karsten Nelson

Sunday Worship: 8:45 & 11:00 a.m. Creation Station's Sunday School: 10:00 a.m.

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Worship: 10:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:00 a.m. Wednesday Adventure Club and Youth Group: 6:30 p.m.

Worship: 10:00 a.m. Church School for all ages

&KULVW 8QLWHG 0HWKRGLVW &KXUFK 2500 Hudson Place Maplewood 55119 651-739-8875 Kitchen, Education Wing & Fax: 651-730-6014 www.whatagreatchurch.org/ christumc Rev. Melba Lewis, Pastor Worship (with nursery): 10:00 a.m.

Singing "Joy to the World," St. Mark's 4-5th-grade VBS students began the ecumenical service at the Ramsey County Care Center July 14.

Above, At Skyview Community School, Oakdale's Hope Church volunteers tend to the gardens by weeding and mulching. Volunteers completed a variety of service projects during the 5th annual Servfest.

Above, John Hoffsommer sands while Jason Hoffsommer cleans a chalkboard at Carver Elementary. The father and son teamed up to replace chalkboards with new white boards as part of Servfest.

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Advertisers Index 7th Ave. Antique Mall.. ..... 17 A-1 Laundry& Dry Cleaning ........................................ 28 Affordable Automotive..... 24 American Legion Post 39.. 22 Anchor Bank.................... 19 Andrus Built.................... 12 Austin Dental................... 14 Berwald Roofing................11 Boler Express Car Wash.. .. 18 Bradley Plumbing............. 20 Burke, Wheeler & Assoc..... 8 Carol Matheys Center for Children & Families.. ........ 15 Carpenter's Small Engine ........................................ 17 Dege Garden Center............ 5 Design Vertigo.................. 10 Ecumen - Lakeview Commons of Maplewood.. .... 9 Express Cuts & Tan.......... 23

Eye Care Centers................ 1 Furlongs Liquor.. .............. 28 Garry Insurancenter......... 31 Greg Foote Jewelers............ 4 Johnson Water Conditioning.. ................... 10 K & J Catering.................. 21 Koller, James G DDS......... 13 La Garage & Gallery......... 10 Lake Elmo Inn & Event Center.................... 32 Lillie Newspapers, Inc. ............... Inside Front Cover Maplewood Toyota................ ..........................Front Cover Midwest Data, Inc... .......... 18 National Association of Letter Carriers................. 16 Neumanns Bar & Grill...... 16 North St. Paul Automotive ........................................ 32

Oakdale Optical Center..... 13 Platinum Bank.. .................... .............. Outside Back Cover Polar Chiropractic............ 14 Sgt. Peppers Grille & Bar.. 12 T.A. Schifsky & Sons, Inc..... ........................................ 7 Thorsen, Breidinger & Novak, P.A......................... 6 Venburg Tire Co.. ................ 8 Warzeka, Bill Construction ........................................ 23 Western Bank....................... ................ Inside Back Cover Business Services Listings ................................... 28-30 Worship Listings.. ........ 25-27

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16th Ave.

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