Le Sueur County Community & Visitor's Guide

LE SUEUR COUNTY community & visitors guide • 2015 Provided free by the Le Center Leader, Le Sueur News-Herald & St Peter Herald

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2015 Guide to Le Sueur County

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le sue Located in southern Minnesota, Le Sueur County is about an hour south of the Twin Cities, and known for its rolling hills, acres and acres of fertile farmland and 100 lakes. The largest, Lake Washington, is more than 1,500 acres.

Every summer, visitors from across the region flock to Le Sueur County to enjoy camping, boating, fishing and a variety of water sports. In the winter, many of the ice-covered lakes boast clusters of fish houses where avid anglers happily await their catch.

The county seat, in Le Center, is home to the Richardsonian Romanesque revival courthouse, built in 1896 of brick and local Kasota stone. Atop its tower is the figure of Justice. It’s the 38th largest of Minnesota’s 87 counties, with a population of 27,703, according to the 2010 U.S. Census.

While it’s among the state’s fastest-growing counties, Le Sueur County maintains a strong agricultural base. In 2007 it had 1,091 farms. Major crops and livestock include corn, soybeans, hogs, beef and dairy cattle. According to the state Department of Employment and Economic Development, Le Sueur County farms provide almost $140 million in the market value of agricultural products sold.

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eur county In 2013, the county’s 48 manufacturers accounted for the largest percentage of county jobs, 28.4 percent.

That’s followed by the retail, education and public administration sectors.

There are eight public school districts in Le Sueur County, four headquartered within the county. A public charter school is located in nearby Henderson.

County offices 88 S. Park Ave., Le Center 507-357-2251 www.co.le-sueur.mn.us

Assessor

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Auditor-Treasurer 507-357-2251

Human Services 507-357-8288

Le Sueur County Sheriff’s Office 507-357-4440 (non-emergency)

Public Health 507-357-8246

Recorder

507-357-2251

University of Minnesota Extension (Le Sueur County) 800-854-1678 (household) 800-232-9077 (farm) www3.extension.umn.edu /county/le-sueur/

Veterans Services 507-357-8279

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history Le Sueur County is named after French explorer, Pierre Charles Le Sueur, who in 1700 was the first white man known to have ventured up what is now called the Minnesota River. Le Sueur’s group was impressed with the high hills, prairies filled with buffalo herds, thick virgin forests, rippling waters, and bluffs of limestone and sandstone. It would be another 150 years before pioneers came to settle and build up their farms, homes and businesses in the "Big Woods.�

In 1853, the territorial legislature of Minnesota passed an act establishing a number of counties along the Minnesota River. Le Sueur County was among them. The earliest settlements in Le Sueur County took place along the river, which, as a navigable stream, provided a highway into this part of the Minnesota Territory. The first permanent settlers had already arrived by steamboat in 1851 and established a site that would become the county’s first town, Kasota.

Settlements at Le Sueur and Ottawa soon followed. Word spread about the splendor and opportunity to be found in the Minnesota River valley, attracting more immigrants who moved further inland until each township had established settlements. Le Sueur was the first to grow into a town of any size and it was designated by the legislature as the county seat.

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Due to the condition of early roads, it was difficult for county residents to get to the county seat to conduct business. The community of Cleveland attempted to acquire it and held it for a short time in 1875 until Le Sueur was again designated.

Then a number of businessmen, led by L.Z. Rogers of Waterville, who wanted the county seat near the center of the county, acquired a tract of 160 acres at what is now Le Center and platted it. They offered the use of a newly constructed two-story brick building to the county board for a courthouse if a referendum of the county residents to move the county seat to this new location, which they called Le Sueur Center. The referendum passed. The county offices were moved to the new location in 1876.

The county seat has remained there ever since. The relocation had the effect of dividing the journey to the county seat as equally as possible between the residents of the various portions of the county.

The name Le Sueur Center was changed to Le Center in 1930. The Le Sueur County Courthouse was built in 1896-97 with extensive remodeling taking place in 197475 and again in 1994-95. Le Sueur County began with four settlers in a board house on the site of Kasota. Today 27,000 residents in 10 towns and 14 townships call Le Sueur County home.

Sources: Le Sueur County History compiled by the late County Historian John Zimmerman (1922-2008) and excerpts from the book, “Le Sueur, Town on the River.�

Learn more Le Sueur County Historical Society collects and preserves the story of Le Sueur County, telling its history through historic sites, a research center, collections, exhibits, events and educational programming. Established in 1965, the society maintains sites in Cleveland, Elysian, Le Center, Le Sueur and Ottawa. County history and genealogy resources are available to the public at the Research Center.

Contact the society at 507-276-4091 or at info@lesueurcounty history.org.

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park Area fishing lakes Lake Sakatah Tetonka Lake Lake Washington Clear Lake Lake Dora East Jefferson Lake Lake Francis German Lake Gorman Lake Greenleaf Lake Lake Henry Middle Jefferson Lake Lake Pepin Rays Lake Volney Lake West Jefferson Lake Find public boat access and more information about these lakes at: www.minnesotalakes.net/ le_sueur_county_lakes.html 8 | 2015 | le sueur county community & visitors guide

Le Sueur County has 11 county parks, a number of public-access lakes and the Minnesota River, a 332-mile long tributary of the Mississippi. Three parks have self-guided trails. Visit co.le-sueur. mn.u s/county_information/county_parks_lakes_ river/index.php

Clear Lake County Park 35194 Clear Lake Lane, Le Center Well-known for its sandy beaches and clear waters, the county park does not serve as a swimming beach, as the water gets deep immediately offshore.

It does have picnic grounds and an area where it’s easy to fish from shore along with four campsites offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Lake Washington County Park 47102 Lake Washington Park Road, Kasota 507-995-1161 Lake Washington is the county’s most developed and popular lake. The property includes the outlet of the lake through Shankaska Creek, which leaves through a deep, narrow, winding gorge. The creek valley serves as a runway for wild game and is one of the outstanding terrain features of the park. The park’s camp ground has 27 electric sites, one group camping electric site, a picnic shelter and trails, as well as showers and restroom facilities. Call ahead for reservations and fees.

ks and lakes Ney Nature Center 28003 Nature Center Road, Henderson 507-248-3474 • www.neycenter.org info@neycenter.org Ney Nature Center is a 446-acre environmental learning center located on the bluffs of the Minnesota River near Henderson that features public access to the river. It is open to the public for hiking, bird watching and cross-country skiing. It also serves as a regional teaching station for school children, and Community Education and Ney Foundation programming, and has facilities available for rent. The park’s open prairies, thick woods and pond provide a habitat for a variety of bird species. The eastern bluffs of the river valley create breezy updrafts that attract soaring raptors.

From the Pond Loop Trail, migrating waterfowl can be observed on stopovers on their long journey. From the meadows into the deep ravine trail, birders report many species of warblers. A feeding station, maintained by volunteers, can be viewed from the comfort of the interpretive center.

Richter Woods Park 35674 173rd Ave., Montgomery 507-357-8201 A favorite spot for parties and family get-togethers, Richter Woods Park is located west of Montgomery off County Road 26. A large green barn dominates a recreation area in the park

featuring volleyball and a horseshoe pit. The barn is available for rent. Reservations are required.

Sakatah Lake State Park 50499 Sakatah Lake State Park Road, Waterville 507-362-4438 • dnr.state.mn.u s Situated to the south of Sakatah Lake, immediately east of Waterville, the park is open year-round.

Beautiful to explore in any season, it features one of Minnesota’s eight old-growth deciduous forests, picnic grounds, boat access and a campground with 62 drive-in and 14 electric sites.

Sakatah Singing Hills Trail Jump on or off the 39-mile long converted rail-trail that lies between what was once the "Big Woods" and the vast prairies. It’s great for biking, in-line skating, horseback riding, skiing, hiking and snowmobiling. The trail, which joins the Minnesota River Trail in Mankato, passes through 3 miles of Sakatah Lake State Park and ends on the east at Interstate 35 in Faribault. It is generally level and wheelchair accessible. Snowmobiles with studded tracks are prohibited, except from Waterville to Faribault. Passes required for horseback riding and cross-country skiing.

Snowmobilers need a state trail sticker.

Call 1-888-MINNDNR (646-6367)

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schools Of the eight public school districts, four — Cleveland, Le Sueur-Henderson, Tri-City United and Waterville-ElysianMorristown — are headquartered in the county. St. Peter and New Prague schools’ offices are just outside the county borders, though a substantial portion of the districts are inside Le Sueur County. Small segments of the Belle Plaine and Mankato districts lie in Le Sueur County. Minnesota New Country School, a charter school located in nearby Henderson, serves students from across the area.

Cleveland Public School 400 Sixth St., Cleveland • 507-931-5953 cleveland.k12.mn.u s Community Education: cleveland.k12.mn.u s/page/2481 Early Childhood Family Education: cleveland.k12.mn.u s/page/2482 Little Clippers Preschool: 507-931-5953 • cleveland.k12.mn.u s/page/3163 The K-12 school celebrates its 100th anniversary in June with an all-school reunion that coincides with the city of Cleveland’s Cherry Creek Days.

Le Sueur-Henderson Public Schools 115½ N Fifth St., Le Sueur 507-665-4600 • isd2397.org Community Education: 821 E Ferry St., Le Sueur • 507-665-4620 isd2397community.sharpschool.net Early Childhood Family Education: isd2397community.sharpschool.net/ecfe

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Little Giants Preschool: 115 N. Fifth St., Le Sueur • 507-665-4620 isd2397community.sharpschool.net/little_giants The three-school district covers the cities of Le Sueur and Henderson and the surrounding area. Students in kindergarten through third-grade attend Park Elementary in Le Sueur. Fourth- and fifth-graders attend Hilltop Elementary in Henderson, which uses Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) curriculum. Students in sixth- through 12th-grade attend Le Sueur-Henderson Middle/High School.

Tri-City United Public Schools 101 Second St. NE, Montgomery • 507-364-8100 tcu2905us.new.rschooltoday.com Community Education: 507-364-8118 tcu2905us.new.rschooltoday.com/page/4231 Early Childhood Family Education: 507-364-8107 tcu2905us.new.rschooltoday.com/page/4270 Little Titans Preschool: 507-364-8116 tcu2905us.new.rschooltoday.com/page/4265 The district has four schools in three communities: Le Center, Lonsdale and Montgomery. Tri-City United High School is located in Montgomery. The Le Center and Montgomery Elementary/ Middle schools house students in kindergarten through eighthgrade, while Lonsdale Elementary is a K-4 school. Preschool classes are held in each of the three communities.

Waterville-Elysian-Morristown Schools 500 E Pacquin St., Waterville 507-362-4432 • wem.k12.mn.u s Community Education: 507-362-4403 wem.k12.mn.u s/domain/204

Early Childhood Family Education: 507-685-4222/507-362-4403 WEM, which encompasses the Elysian, Waterville and Morristown area along the southern edge of Le Sueur and Rice counties, has two elementary schools, one each in Waterville and Morristown. The junior high school is also in Morristown, while WEM High School is located in Waterville. The district boasts a 16:1 student-teacher ratio.

New Prague Area Schools 410 Central Ave. N., New Prague 952-758-1700 • npaschools.org Community Education: 952-758-1734 ce.np.k12.mn.u s/?page_id=33 Early Childhood Family Education: 952-758-1734 • ce.np.k12.mn.u s/?page_id=84 Preschools: 952-758-1674 ce.np.k12.mn.u s/?page_id=86 The district is located in parts of three counties: Le Sueur, Scott and Rice and covers the cities of Elko New Market and New Prague and a portion of Lonsdale. It has three elementary schools, two in New Prague and one in Elko New Market. The middle and high schools are located in News Prague. A middle school addition, renovations to the Central Education building and a swimming pool are on the way.

St. Peter Public Schools 100 Lincoln Drive, St. Peter • 507-934-5703 stpeterschools.org Community Education: 600 S Fifth St., St. Peter • 507-934-3048 stpetercommunityedonline.com

Early Childhood Family Education :507-934-3048 stpeterschools.org/community-family-education/ ecfe-preschool/program-info/ecfe.htm Little Saints Preschool: 1801 W. Broadway Ave., St. Peter • 507-931-4314 littlesaintspreschoolmn.org St. Peter Public Schools encompasses a large portion of southwestern Le Sueur County, the city of Kasota, and the eastern part of Nicollet County. It currently has three school buildings: South Elementary, North Intermediate and St. Peter Middle/High School. The passage of a March 2015 bond referendum has the district planning for a new high school building set to open in 2017-18 and for renovations/ enhancements to the other schools.

Belle Plaine Schools 130 S Willow St., Belle Plaine • 952-873-2400 belleplaine.k12.mn.u s

Mankato Area Public Schools 10 Civic Center Plaza, Mankato 507-387-1868 • isd77.org

Minnesota New Country School 210 Main St, Henderson • 507-248-3353 newcountryschool.com The public charter school, founded in 1993, has two Henderson buildings that house students in kindergarten through 12th grade. The school, tuition-free, independent and funded by taxpayers, employs project-based learning. Its authorizer for 2014-19 is Innovative Quality Schools.

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cleveland

Population: 717 • Founded: 1857 • Incorporated: 1904

Visitors Center: City Hall, 205 Fourth St., 507-931-6380 • clevelandmn.govoffice2.com

Friendly people, our greatest asset

Check it out • Cherry Creek Days - Named after the creek that runs through town, the annual celebration, set for June 19-20, includes a grand parade, open houses at the Fire Department and Historical Society, a street dance, softball games, water fights, a cherry pie eating contest and fireworks. Cleveland Public School’s 100th anniversary celebration coincides with this year’s Cherry Creek Days. An All-School Reunion is set for June 20. For more information, visit Cherry Creek Days on Facebook.

Important numbers City Hall - 205 Fourth St., 507-931-6380 Fire Department - 507-931-2490 (non-emergency) Police Department - 205 Fourth St., 507-931-6380 (non-emergency) Post Office - 309 Broadway St., 507-931-4360

Churches

• Classic Car Nights - 5 p.m. every other Friday from May 22 to Sept. 24.

• Church of the Nativity Catholic

• Cleveland Historical Society -

• Church of Christ

The society, besides maintaining the Geldner Sawmill, is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon. at 303 Broadway St.

900 Hwy. 99, 507-931-5924/507-931-4044

200 W. Main St., 507-933-0358

• Marysburg Catholic Church 27528 Patrick St., Eagle Lake, 507-243-3166

• Our Saviors Lutheran Church 305 Sixth St., 507-931-1564

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elysian Population: 658 • Founded: 1857 • Incorporated: 1884 Visitors Center: City Hall, 110 W. Main St., 507-267-4708 • elysianmn.com

A great place to visit, a nice place to live

Check it out • Elysian Tourism Center - The center, adjacent to the Sakatah Trail, offers helpful information about the area. Visit elysianmn.com/#!tourist-info/cj1y • Sakatah Singing Hills State Trail - Elysian is the midpoint on the first segment of the 39-mile state trail on an abandoned railroad grade, taking hikers, joggers, skiers, bikers and snowmobilers through what was the “Big Woods” and the vast prairie. A restroom/picnic shelter looks like the town’s old railroad depot. Visit dnr.state.mn.u s/state_trails/sakatah/index.html.

• Fourth of July - One of the largest Independence Day parades in southern Minnesota. Elysian celebrates the nation’s birthday in style beginning June 26 with the Miss Elysian pageant and continues the festivities until July 11. In between there’s a parade, a turtle race, fireworks and a wealth of family friendly activities. Visit elysianmn.com • Rookie’s Triathalon - Held July 11, the test of endurance is to swim 0.4 miles, bike 8 miles, and then run a 4-mile course.

• Okaman Elk Farm and Petting Zoo - The farm is located 1.5 miles east of Elysian, and offers the visitor a chance to view majestic herds of elk. Free petting zoo features miniature donkeys, pygmy goats, alpacas, kittens and more. A playground is also on site. Visit www.okamanonline.com.

• Christmas in Elysian - Shopping boutique, breakfast with Mr. & Mrs. Claus, wine tasting fundraiser and the Community Christmas Party, all on the first weekend in December.

• Ice Fishing Contest - Ice anglers compete for prizes at the event held the first Sunday in February. All are treated to Elysian’s famous Hunter’s Stew. Sponsored by the Elysian American Legion Post 311.

Important numbers City Hall - 110 W. Main St., 507-267-4708 Elysian Area Chamber/Tourism Center 300 SW Third St., 507-267-4040 Fire Department - 507-267-4626 (non-emergency) Le Sueur County Sheriff’s Office - 507-357-8245 (non-emergency) Post Office - 120 E Main St., 507-267-4477 Elysian Library - 132 Main St. E, 507-267-4411 wasecalesueurlibraries.com/elysian.html

Churches • Bethlehem Lutheran Church 200 NW Park Ave., 507-362-8381

• Elysian United Methodist Church 201 NW Fourth St., 507-234-5350

• Elysian Assembly of God 212 NE Park Ave., 507-267-4762

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henderson

Population: 960 • Founded: 1878 • Incorporated: 1854 www.henderson-mn.com

Check it out • Henderson Community Building - The building, at 600 Main St., was built in 1879. Home to the Sibley County courthouse until 1915 when the county seat moved to Gaylord, it now houses Henderson’s City Hall, Golden Age Center and Archery Club.

• Joseph R. Brown Minnesota River Center - Located on the second floor of the Henderson Community Building, the center houses exhibits of Henderson and Minnesota River Valley history.

• Allanson’s Park - Henderson’s founder in 1855 set aside land for the public park, which has 15 developed campsites, a picnic shelter with restrooms and shower facilities, playground equipment and walking trail. Located at 500 South St.

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• Sibley County Historical Museum - An 1884 brick house at 700 Main St. has served as a museum since 1949.

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features a car cruise, tractor rides, a kiddie parade, car show, a softball tournament, coronation of Miss Henderson and a sauerkraut-eating contest. Visit kraut.hendersonmn.com

• Hummingbird Hurrah - The Aug. 15 celebration is sponsored by the Minnesota River Valley Audubon Chapter and offers information about the amazing little birds, attracting them and keeping them happy. Visit hendersonhummingbirdhurrah.com.

• Heritage Days - The annual event is held the

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• Classic Car Roll-ins - Held every Tuesday from May 19 to Sept. 15. Visit hendersonrollin.com

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• Kodak Picture Maker Kiosk • Toys / Jewelry / Candles • Gifts / Cards

On the Minnesota River Hospital & Clinics • Sibley Medical Clinic

• St. Joseph Catholic Church 213 S Sixth Street, 507-248-3550

• St. Paul’s United Church of Christ

505 Main St., 507-248-3433

• Minnesota Valley Health Center 621 S Fourth St., Le Sueur, 507-665-3375

111 S Sixth St., 507-248-3594

• St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church 31624 Scenic Byway Road

Important numbers City Hall - 600 Main St., 507-248-3234

- Insurance - For Price - For Coverage - At Claim Time

Henderson Chamber of Commerce henderson-mn.com/chamber.html Police Department - 600 Main St,

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507-248-3234 (non-emergency) Post Office - 500 Main St. 507-248-3636 Public Library - 110 S Sixth St.

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• Jehovah’s Witnesses 501 S Ninth St., 507-248-3865

• Countryside Christian Church 29517 381st Lane, 507-248-3865

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kasota

Population 670 • Founded: 1851 • Incorporated: 1858 City Hall — 200 N Webster St., 507-931-3290 • kasotamn.govoffice2.com

Le Sueur County’s first village

Check it out • Kasota Prairie Scientific and Natural Area Situated on a rock terrace 70 feet above the Minnesota River Valley, the 42-acre scientific natural area is owned by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Today, prairie, wet meadow, oak woodland, and lowland hardwood plant communities thrive in the thin soils. About 2 miles south of Kasota on 367th Avenue. Visit dnr.state.mn.u s/snas/detail. html?id=sna00961.

• Kasota Prairie - Ninety acres of native prairie and another 30 acres of restored prairie on land owned by Unimin Corp. Under a 1984 agreement between Save the Kasota Prairie and Unimin, the area has been preserved as a public scientific, educational and recreational resource. The Unimin site also includes 120 acres of woods, marsh, grassland and a large beaver pond between the bluffs and the Minnesota River. There is a maintained parking area and trails. Located approximately 1 mile south of Kasota on township road 140. Visit skp.org

Important numbers City Hall - 200 N Webster St. 507-931-3290 Fire Department - 200 N Webster St. 507-931-1099 (non-emergency) Le Sueur County Sheriff’s Office 507-357-4440 (non-emergency) Post Office - 140 Cherry St., 507-931-5720

Church • Kasota Presbyterian Church 141 S Rice St., 507-931-2100

• Chankaska Creek Ranch and Winery - The vineyard and winery, which sits on the bank of Chankaska Creek, offers wine tastings and events throughout the year.

Many include live music and entertainment. Its tasting room features wood-fired pizzas and antipasto.

Visit chankaskawines.com.

Bargain Prices every Wednesday & Sunday!

Eat in or carry out.

• Drive a Tank -

The only place in the world where in one place you can drive a tank and shoot a fully automatic historic machine gun not owned by a government entity.

Visit driveatank.com.

507-934-4944 119 W. Broadway Ave.

We Deliver!

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Jake’s Pizza is the ideal location for business entertainment, social gathering and holiday parties. We can accommodate groups up to 50 people!

kilkenny

photo courtesy of the city of kilkenny

Population 134 • Founded: 1856 • Incorporated: 1883 Community Center: 156 S Laurel Ave., 507-595-3999 • kilkennymn.com

Check it out • ATV ride - Planned for August. Visit kilkennymn.com • Half-way to St. Paddy’s Day - The annual celebration, set for Sept. 19, honors the city’s Irish heritage with a parade, 3k Fun Run/Walk, music, a flea market, craft booths and fireworks.

Visit kilkennymn.com/half-way-to-st-paddy-day. wasecalesueurlibraries.com

Churches

Events for kids and adults,

• Church of St. Canice Catholic

computers/wireless, books,

183 W Maple St., 507-595-2561

movies, audiobooks, music,

• St. John’s Lutheran Church

games, and more!

158 N Laurel Ave., 507-685-2307

Important numbers

K i l k e n n y

Community Center/Library - 156 S Laurel Ave., 507-595-3999 Fire Department - 156 S. Laurel Ave., 507-595-2507

Le Sueur County Sheriff’s Office - 507-357-8245 (non-emergency) Post Office - 156 S. Laurel Ave., 507-595-2700

Murphy’s Pub is...

heidelberg

Where old friends meet and new ones are made.

We serve Breakfast Burgers Population: 124 • Founded: 1852 Specialty Incorporated: 1894 Drinks & Beers Kilkenny Ginger

Church • St. Scholastica Catholic Church

Schell’s Firebrick

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Open Wednesday thru Monday Closed Tuesdays 216 N Kilkenny Rd Kilkenny, MN 56052 507-595-2283

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31525 181st Ave., 952-758-4642

BAR BINGO! & Meat Raffle Every 2nd & 4th Sunday of the month 1:00 PM

Double Bacon Cheesebuger

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le center

Population: 2,504 • Founded: 1876 • Incorporated: 1890

Visitors Center: Chamber of Commerce, 10 West Tyrone St., 507-357-6737 • cityoflecenter.com

Check it out • Le Sueur County Sheriff’s Posse Trail Ride Held each June, this event draws horseback riders from across the county. Includes ranch rodeos, trail rides, dinner and a dance, and is open to the public. Information: Brett Mason at 507-357-8152.

• Le Sueur County Relay for Life -

A fundraiser for the American Cancer Society, the June 10-11 event at the county fairgrounds honors those battling and who’ve died from the disease. Teams of individuals raise money by walking laps. The relay includes a luminaria lighting to honor loved ones and a variety of events. Visit Relay For Life of Lesueur County MN on Facebook.

• Pioneer Power - The annual Le Sueur County Pioneer Power Days, Aug. 28-30, opens one of the most complete farm displays in the country to the public. The organization also hosts a swap meet/flea market each April. Located north of Le Center on County Road 26. Visit pioneerpowershow.com

• HollyDaze Parade of Lights Held the Saturday after Thanksgiving, the parade is hosted the

by Le Center Chamber of Commerce and kicks off the holiday season. Businesses, families and organizations build lighted floats and the parade is highlighted by a visit from Santa who ends the evening in the Courthouse Park pavilion visiting with children.

• St. Patrick’s Day Parade - This annual event held each March includes a brunch, a talent competition, the crowning of Miss Shamrock, Irish Stew, parade, rally, dinner and a dance.

• Le Center Easter Egg Hunt & ECFE Vehicle Fair - The dual events are held the Saturday before Easter.

Line up for the hunt is at 12:45 p.m. with 1 p.m. start at West Park.

• Le Sueur County Courthouse - Built in 1896, its Kasota-stone edifice has a castle-like quality. A major addition finished in 1996 kept the original architecture in mind. Next door is the Le Sueur County Sheriff’s Office/Jail, modernized with a 1982 law enforcement center addition. Sitting on a city block, the site includes a park, pavilion and county veterans memorial.

• Le Sueur County Free Fair/park - The home of the Le Sueur County Fair is set for Aug. 20-23. Adjacent to the fairgrounds is the municipal swimming pool, playground equipment, picnic shelters, a basketball court and Ray Plut football field. The park is also the home of the Le Center Sportsmen cabin, built in 1940 by the Izaak Walton organization.

• Centennial/West park - The Sharon Street park has two softball fields, a sand volleyball court, soccer field, small walking trail, pavilion with picnic tables, horseshoe pits, a playground and public restrooms. In the winter find public hockey and skating rinks and a warming house.

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The heart of Le Sueur County Important numbers

Churches

City Hall — 10 W Tyrone St., 507-357-4450

• St. Mary’s/St. Henry’s Catholic Church

Chamber of Commerce — 10 W Tyrone St., 507-357-6737

165 N. Waterville Ave., 507-357-4838

Fire Department — 175 S. Cordova Ave., 507-507-357-4917 (non-emergency)

• St. Paul Lutheran

Municipal pool — 205 E. Derrynane Ave., 507-357-6344 cityoflecenter.com/CityDepartments/Pool

232 W. Minnesota St., 507-357-2212

• United Methodist Church 80 N. Cordova Ave., 507-357-4375

Police Department — 10 Tyrone St., 507-357-4888 (non-emergency)

• Seventh Day Adventist Church

Post Office — 91 N. Park Ave., 507-357-4979 Public Library — 10 W Tyrone St., 507-357-6792 • cityoflecenter.com/CityDepartments/Library

190 S. Park Street, 507-357-6161

Hospitals & Clinics • Rivers Edge Hospital & Clinic, Le Center 200 E Bowler St., 877-355-8450

Family Dentistry

HARDWARE STORE!

with a gentle and caring touch

Enjoy quality dental care for the whole family in one convenient location.

We offer a full range of dentistry services for children and adults.

TRUSTWORTHY SERVICES:

Window Repair, Screen Repair, Pipe Threading.

Family and Emergency dental care in a Friendly Atmosphere!

RENTAL SERVICES:

Construction-Contractor, Painting, Decorating, Lawn & Garden, Power Tools, Floor Care, Plumbing Tools.

haemigfamilydentistry.com

507-593-0143 304 Valleygreen Square (upper level) Le Sueur

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First State Bank of Le Center is Firmly Rooted in the Community.

As one of Le Sueur County’s oldest banks, we’ve established firm roots in this county and its interests. We offer a range of quality financial products and services with a personal touch that shows we care about you and your business.

First State Bank

88 N. Park Ave. 239 Main St. Le Center, MN Henderson, MN (507) 357-2225 (507) 248-3740 WWW.FSBLECENTER.COM

HOURS: Monday-Thursday 8:30am - 4:00pm | Friday 8:30am - 6:00pm • Saturday 9:00am - Noon

Discount Day! 10% on purchases!

Tuesday is Save

Le Sueur Trustworthy Hardware & Rental

203 Valleygreen Square • Le Sueur, MN • 665-2267 Store Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:00 - 6:00, Sat. 8:00 - 4:00, Sun. 9:00 - 1:00

See us for

ALL your party needs!!

Graduations, Weddings or whatever the reason!!

Offering “Quantity Discounts” every day!!

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Le Center Municipal Liquor Bar & Off Sale

20 North Waterville Ave. | Le Center, MN Phone: 507-357-4451 | Email: lecentermuni@hotmail.com Open: 9 a.m. - 1 a.m. | Happy Hour: Mon. - Fri. 3:30 - 6:30

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le sueur

Population: 4,040 • Founded: 1852 • Incorporated: 1867 Visitors Center: Chamber Office, 500 N. Main St. • lesueurchamber.org

Check it out • Giant Celebration - The lead up to the city’s annual

December. A Christmas Boutique is held in Valley Green Square Mall where Santa awaits. Area historic sites hold similar holiday gatherings. Call 507-665-2501.

celebration begins with a kickoff event set for July 9, whichfeatures music, food and Miss Le Sueur contestant introductions. The main event, set for July 31-Aug. 2, is a three-day festival, culminating in the crowing of Miss Le Sueur. Food and drink booths, a family friendly midway with rides, games, and events for all ages in American Legion Park.

Friday night kicks off the weekend with live dance band music; Saturday features fun runs and softball tournaments, children’s activities, entertainment and more. Crowds line the 100+ unit Giant Celebration Parade route on Sunday at 1 p.m. Bring your appetite for the corn feed and corn-eating contest that follows.

Visit lesueurchamber.org/giant-celebration

• W. W. Mayo House - Hand-built in 1859 by Dr. William

• Crazy Dayze -The July 11 event includes a 5k race where

the southwest entrance to town is the 80-acre nature park, which features camping facilities, boating access, nature trails, picnic areas and restrooms.

runners dress in wacky costumes and bargains galore can be found in the city’s retail shops.

• Christmas in Le Sueur - Celebrate the holiday season in Le Sueur with the annual night-time parade set for early

Worrall Mayo, who with his sons founded the Mayo Clinic.

History interpreters share with visitors the experiences of the Mayo family and later residents, the Cosgroves and the home’s connection to the Green Giant Co. Open from April through November. Visit nchsmn.org/sites.html#MayoHouse

• Farmers Market — Sponsored by the Le Sueur Chamber of Commerce, the market is open at 8 a.m. Saturdays from June to October at the corner of Bridge and Second streets.

Call 507-665-2501.

• River Park - On the banks of the Minnesota River, along

• Louise Park - Beautifully landscaped park, adjacent to the Mayo House, features the sculpture called “The Mothers,” created and cast in bronze in 1978 by famed Minnesota sculptor Paul Granlund.

• Le Sueur Museum - Located at 709 N. Second St. in the former one-room Union School, it’s the only museum in Minnesota where exhibits, video presentations and archives tell the story of the Green Giant Co. and its vegetable canning process. It also features an agricultural room, veterinary clinic exhibit, drug store display and a Family Research Center.

Call 507-665-2050.

• Le Sueur Country Club - This 165-acre course has 18 holes and is considered one of the most picturesque in the state.

A restaurant, swimming pool and tennis court adjoin the club, located east of the city at 36195 311th Ave. Visit lesueurcountryclub.com 22 | 2015 | le sueur county community & visitors guide

In the Valley of the Jolly Green Giant Important numbers City Hall — 203 S Second St., 507-665-6401 Chamber of Commerce — 500 Main St., 507-665-2501 lesueurchamber.org Community Center — 821 E Ferry St., 507-665-3325 Fire Department — 950 Kingsway Dr., 507-665-640 (non-emergency)

• Zion United Church of Christ 240 S Elmwood Ave., 507-665-6441

Hospital & Clinics • Le Sueur Clinic - Mayo Clinic Health System — 625 S Fourth St., 507-665-6299 mayoclinichealthsystem.org/locations/le-sueur

• Minnesota Valley Health Center — 621 S Fourth St., 507-665-3375 • www.mvhc.org

Police Department — 205 S Second St., 507-665-3313 (non-emergency) Post Office — 202 N. Main St., 507-665-3194 Public Library — 118 E. Ferry St., 507-665-2662 wasecalesueurlibraries.com/lesueur.html

& Grill

Churches

Daily Lunch Specials!

• First Lutheran Church 116 Inner Dr., 507-665-2615

• Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church 229 S. Sixth St., 507-665-3477

Homemade Pizza Grill Open till 10 PM Daily Call For Take Out Open 7 Days A Week

• Pool Tables • Darts • Shuffle Board • Wireless Internet Available 130 South Main Street • Le Sueur, MN

507-665-3752 • We Cater!

• Presbyterian Church of Le Sueur 404 Turril St., 507-665-2587

• St. Anne’s Catholic Church 217 N Third St., 507-665-2047

• United Methodist Church 730 S Sixth St., 507-665-2314

• Word of Life Lutheran Brethren

Le Sueur

890 Kingsway Dr., 507-665-6393

2015 Giant Celebration Le Sueur - Legion Park

July 31, August 1 & 2 • • • • •

12th Annual Classic Car Show Food Vendors/Beverages Crafts/Inflatables for Kids Lazer Tag/Mechanical Bull (New) Live Music IV Play Friday Night -- Castaways Saturday Night

• Fireworks

• Olympic Size Indoor Pool • Exercise & Weight Room • Fitness Programs • 24 Hour Card Access • Ice Arena/Rentals • Gymnasium • Outdoor Pool • Racquetball & Wallyball Courts • Meeting Rooms Numerous Health Reimbursement Programs Accepted Call for Activity Information and Hours

Saturday at 10 pm

• Parade/Giant Corn Feed • Miss Le Sueur Coronation • And Much More!

Community Center

CALL 507-665-3325 | 821 E. Ferry St. | Le Sueur, MN

Find us on Facbook

www.cityoflesueur.com | www.facebook.com/lesueurcommunitycenter

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montgomery Population: 2,957 • Settled: 1856 • Chartered: 1877 City Office: 201 Ash Ave. SW, 507-364-8888 • cityofmontgomerymn.com

Check it out

• Kolacky Days - Held July 24-26 to celebrate Montgomery’s Czechoslovakian heritage and culture, Kolacky Days dates back to 1926. It’s named for the small, roll-like pastry filled with a variety of fruits or poppyseeds. Enjoy colorful Czech dancers and Czech singing groups. Activities for young and old: truck & tractor pull; softball, volleyball tournament and horseshoe tournaments; Kiddie Parade; carnival; dances; kolacky eating and baking contests; queen pageant; downtown Crazy Days; the famous Bun Run foot race; the Tour de Bun Bike Classic; Classic Car Show; fireworks and more. The Grand Day Parade is held on Sunday. Visit montgomerymn.org

• Torchlight Parade and Fireworks - Lights and music fill the air as the parade, held in early December, winds its way through downtown. The smell of kettle corn abounds at the end of the parade route where the fireworks begin. Set to holiday music, the display is a spectacular way to end the evening.

Visit montgomerymn.org/torchlight-parade-fireworks.

• Festival of Fun - Held in December at the Historical Hilltop Hall, the day starts out with Breakfast with Santa.

Then there’s a craft boutique at the Arts & Heritage Center with lots of holiday gift ideas and entertainment. Visit artsandheritagecenter.org

• City Parks - Montgomery’s three city parks - Memorial, Northside and Westside - have volleyball courts, horseshoe pits, lighted tennis courts, softball fields, playgrounds and picnic areas.

• Montgomery Golf Club - Open to the public, this golf course with tree-lined fairways offers green fees for 9 and 18 holes. Visit montgomerynationalgolf.com.

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Kolacky capital of the world Important numbers City Hall - 201 Ash Ave. S , 507-364-8888 Fire Department — 507-364-5701 (non-emergency)

Hospital & Clinics • Montgomery - Mayo Clinic Health System 501 Fourth St. NW, 507-364-5600 mayoclinichealthsystem.org/locations/montgomery

Montgomery Chamber — 206 First St. S, 507-364-5577 Police Department — 301 Boulevard Ave. NW, 507-364-7700 (non-emergency) Post Office — 156 Elm Ave. SE, 800-275-8777 Public Library - 104 Oak Ave. SE, 507-364-7615 • wasecalesueurlibraries.com/montgomery.html

Churches • Most Holy Redeemer Catholic Church 206 Vine Ave. W, 507-364-7981

EVERY MILE, EVERY MEMORY, WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED. CALL TODAY FOR YOUR FREE PERSONAL INSURANCE REVIEW.

• St. John Lutheran Church 105 Spruce Ave. W, 507-364-5002 American Family Mutual Insurance Company, American Family Insurance Company, 6000 American Parkway, Madison, WI, 53783, ©2014 006441 - 7/14

Jaime Harmon Agency 45 S Park Ave, Le Center, MN 56057 (507) 357-6100 214 1st St S, Montgomery, MN 56069 (507) 364-5100

Experience the legend...

CornerStone State Bank 415 N. Main Street Le Sueur, MN 56058 (507) 665-4200

451 3rd Street Green Isle, MN 55338 (507) 326-3200

401 4th Street NW Montgomery, MN 56069 (507) 364-2265

406 East Commerce Drive Belle Plaine, MN 56011 (952) 873-2500

Independent - Locally Owned Bank

Internet and Mobile Banking available at www.cornerstonestatebank.com “The CornerStone of your Financial Future.”

July 24-26, 2015 Montgomery, MN

For more information : 507-953-0094 or visit: www.kolackydays.com or email: kolackydays@frontier.com and follow us on Facebook! le sueur county community & visitors guide | 2015 | 25

new prague Population: 7,419 • Settled: 1856 • Incorporated 1877

Visitors Center: Chamber of Commerce, 101 E Main St. • 952-758-4360 • newprague.com

Check it out

Fourth of July Fireworks — Typically held on Independence Day eve, the show starts at dark thirty. Visit City of New Prague Government on Facebook.

Classic Car Cruise — The Sept. 18 cruise kicks off the annual Dozinky Festival and features approximately 400 vintage cars and trucks. After, the beer garden features live music. Visit newprague.com/events/dozinky-festival/car-cruise.

Dozinky Festival — A Czech harvest festival patterned after the old country original, is Sept. 19 on Main Street. Booths and events, including the Czech Village, line Main Street, which is closed to traffic. Ethnic bands, singers and dancers perform on three stages. Visitors will be tempted with mouth-watering ethnic and harvest treats. The Parade of Farm Pride begins at noon. Visit newprague.com/events/dozinky-festival.

Run New Prague — Held in early May, the chamber-

A tradition of progress Important numbers City Hall - 118 Central Ave. N, 952-758-4401 Community Center/ice arena - 100-12th St .NW, 952-758-7825 newpraguearena.com Fire Department - 505 5th Ave. NW, 952-758-2798 New Prague Chamber of Commerce - 101 E Main St. 952-758-4360 Police Department - 118 Central Ave. N. Suite 3, 952-758-2791 (non-emergency) Post Office - 124 Main St. E, 952-758-7678 Public Library - 400 Main St. E, 952-758-2391 • scottlib.org

churches

• Community Baptist Church 500 County Road 37, 952-758-3287

• FaithPoint Lutheran Church 201 Central Ave. N, 952-758-6297

sponsored event includes a half-marathon, 10k, 5k and kids fun run, and begins in Memorial Park. Visit runnewprague.com.

• Friedens Evangelical Lutheran

Wallseum Walking Tour — A self-guided walking tour

• Heritage United Methodist Church

of the community that features 11-murals depicting a part of the city’s heritage. Brochures are available at the Chamber office on Main Street.

National Register — St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church and recently renovated Hotel Broz, both on Main Street, are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The church, completed in 1907, is based on a church in Prague, Czech Republic. The hotel, a Georgian Revival structure opened in 1989.

Golf courses —Find the city-owned New Prague Golf Course at newpraguegolf.com/homepage/start_page.php and Creeks Bend Golf Course at creeksbendgolfcourse.com.

28982 181st Ave., 952-758-3245 200 E. 280th St., 952-758-4151

• Holy Trinity Lutheran Church 1300 Main St. E, 952-758-3513

• NewDay Church 1201 First St. NE, 952-758-5683

• New Prague Alliance Church 830 Fourth Ave. SW, 952-758-2800

• St. John’s Catholic Church 20087 Hub Dr., Union Hill, 952-758-4642

• St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church 215 E. Main St., 952-758-3225

• Spirit of Life Church 540 W. 280th St., 952-758-2894 26 | 2015 | le sueur county community & visitors guide

st. peter Population: 11,445 • Founded: 1853 • Incorporated: 1873 Visitors Center: 101 S Front St. • 507-934-3400 • stpeterchamber.com

Where history and progress meet

Check it out • Old-fashioned Fourth of July - Huge celebration with parade, picnic in Minnesota Square, food, activities, music, classic cars and fireworks. Visit www.stpeterchamber.com/4thof-july

• Linnaeus Arboretum - Sanctuary for Gustavus Adolphus College and community features prairie, woodlands, ponds, gardens and trails. Visit gustavus.edu/arboretum

• Riverside Municipal Campground - Tent sites and 11 electric campsites at the city-owned campground available on a first-come, first served basis. Visit saintpetermn.gov/camping

• Rock Bend Folk Festival - Two-days of non-stop music.

Free festival Sept. 12 and 13 in Minnesota Square Park. Visitwww.rockbend.org • Nicollet County Free Fair - Held Aug. 5-9, it features a rodeo, demolition derby, tractor pull, talent show, rides, 4-H exhibits and demonstrations, livestock. Visit nicolletcountyfair. com.

We Now Have 30 taps of Beer!

• Winterfest - The late mini festival includes medallion hunt and Nicollet County Sheriff’s Office’s Polar Plunge benefiting Special Olympics. Visit stpeterchamber.com/-winterfest • Arts Center of Saint Peter - Founded in 1979, the center shares and cultivates the fine arts through exhibitions, performances, classes and outreach. Galleries open to the public. Visit artscentersp.org • Treaty Site History Center - Exhibits tell the stories of the 1851 treaty and relationships between the Dakota people and the white settlers, as well as stories of Nicollet County agriculture and commerce. Visit nchsmn.org.

Private Parties & Catering Available Happy Hour: M-F, 3-6 Half price pints Lunch & Dinner Specials from 11 am -11 p.m.

Outdoor seating available Take Out & Off Sale Available We Have a 14 Tasty Burger Selection Home of the

• E. St. Julien Cox house - The fully restored Victorian home is an example of Gothic Italianate architecture. Events throughout the year; tours by appointment. Visit nchsmn.org.

www.patrickson3rdstpeter.com

507-931-9051

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waterville Population: 1,972 • Founded: 1856 • Incorporated: 1898 City Hall: 200 Third St. S, 507-362-8300 • watervillemn.com

The bullhead capital of the world

Check it out Pontoberfest Parade - A parade on Lake Tetonka in early July. The event benefits the Waterville Lakes Club and features music, an auction and lots of to eat.

Annual Firemen’s Weekend - The August celebration includes food, a street dance and a pancake breakfast.

Waterville Area Fisheries - Presentations about fisheries

Senior Center - 220 E Paquin St., 507-362-8949

Churches • Cannonville Community 20092 Tetonka Lake Road. 507-384-2181

• First Baptist 1025 Hwy. 60 E, 507-362-4314

management, the aquatic environment, and other fisheries and aquatic biology topics. The best times to visit are from local ice out through the end of May. Visit www.dnr.state.mn.u s

• Holy Trinity Catholic

Farmers Market - From 3 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Fridays

• North Waseca Lutheran

from July through September on Common Street.

Holiday in Hooterville - Holiday festivities held the first Saturday in December. Enjoy pictures with Santa at Berg’s Pharmacy, a children’s holiday party and much more.

Bullhead Days - The celebration, on the second full weekend in June, includes a queen pageant, carnival, grand parade, fireworks, demo derby, run/bike race, fishing contest, and softball and bowling tournaments. Visit watervillemn.com

506 Common St., 507-362-4311 40430 120th St., Waseca, 507-234-6463

• St. Andrew’s Episcopal 210 Lake St. W, 507-362-8073

• St. Paul Lutheran 45722 Blue Grass Road, 507-357-4462

• St. Peter’s Lutheran 21377 Tetonka Lake Road, 507-362-8381

Important numbers

• Trinity Lutheran

City Hall - 200 Third St. S, 507-362-8300

• Waterville Evangelical United Methodist

Chamber of Commerce - 507-362-4609 Police Department - 114 Hoosac St. W., 507-362-4622 (non-emergency) Post Office - 125 Third St. N, 507-362-4648 Public Library - 210 E. Paquin St., 507-362-8462 wasecalesueurlibraries.com/waterville.html 28 | 2015 | le sueur county community & visitors guide

415 Lake Street W, 507-362-4454 319 Main St. E, 507-362-8260

Hospitals & Clinics • Waterville - Mayo Clinic Health System 212 Lake St. E, 507-362-4221

churches First Presbyterian Church 141 S. Rice Street P.O. Box 69 Kasota, MN 56050-0069 Phone/Fax: 507-931-2100 Email: kasotachurch@hotmail.com

Every Sunday

9:15 a.m. Worship Service 10:15 a.m. Fellowship Time 10:30 a.m. Sunday School (September - May) Sunday School: Age 4 - Grade 7 Vacation Bible School held each summer Church, Hall & Kitchen are available for rentals. Contact the church office.

“Church for people who love Jesus.”

Weekly Worship Schedule: Sunday

Morning Worship 9:00 & 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Evening Service 6:30 p.m.

Jesus.

Assembly of God

Wednesday

Free Community Supper 6:00 - 6:45pm Family Night 7:00 p.m.

Adult Bible Study JAG Student Ministries; Awanas (ages 3 yrs-6th grade)

*Nursery provided at all church services.

722 Sunrise Drive, • St. Peter, MN

(507) 934-1468jesusaog@hickorytech.net www.jesusassembly.org

Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church Redeemer Lutheran Church (ELCA)

229 South 6th Street | Le Sueur 507-665-3477 Rev. David Schilling, Pastor

14226 West 280th Street, Henderson, MN on Hwy 19, two miles east of Hwy 169 Rev. Diane M. Goulson 507-665-2932 | cell 952-807-3292 dgoulsonelcr@gmail.com

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“It’s About Time” Clock Repair We replace Watch Batteries!

We repair and service: Grandfather clocks * Cuckoo Clocks * Mantel Clocks Wall Clocks * Antique Clocks * Watch Repair

305 S. Minnesota Ave. St. Peter, MN

507-934-3535 Hours: M-F 9:00am - 5:00pm

Steven R. Hultengren

Providing Services in Civil Engineering, Water, Wastewater, Transportation, Water Resources, Landscape Architecture and Land Surveying.

507-625-4171 | www.bolton-menk.com Proudly serving the City of Saint Peter since 1949

The tenants and residents at Benedictine Living Community of St. Peter have lots of reasons to be smiling...

ISD #2905 Le Center Lonsdale Montgomery

They are enjoying life at its finest!

• Full continuum of care including independent and assisted living, nursing home, memory care, post-acute care, in-patient or out-patient therapy, respite care, palliative and hospice care under one roof • Interior access to two clinics, hospital, and fitness center • Nurse practitioners and physicians on campus • Scheduled campus activities and wellness programs • Senior apartments with washers and dryers and offering underground parking

To schedule a visit or to learn more: Benedictine Health Center 507-934-8281 1907 Klein Street, St. Peter

Benedictine Court 507-934-8817 1906 Sunrise Drive, St. Peter

www.blcstpeter.org

To Empower Learners Create Opportunities United for Success

Tri-City United Public Schools, ISD #2905 Integrity: Align actions and words with values and beliefs while respecting differences.

Excellence: High expectations, high achievement through purposeful personal improvement. Be our best, expect our best.

Students First: A safe, healthy environment to challenge, engage and inspire all students.

Collaboration: Partnership across our communities.

Innovation: Creating new ways to excel in our communities, classroom and profession.

Teri Preisler, Superintendent, ISD 2905 101 2nd St. NE, Montgomery, MN 56069 507-364-8100 www.facebook.com/tricityunited

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www.tcu2905.us @ tcu2905

Educating Students

for the 21st Century

SAINT PETER PUBLIC SCHOOLS What we hold true:

* Guaranteed and viable curriculum * Skilled teachers, administrators, and support personnel * Safe, orderly and caring environment * All systems focused on student learning * Resources aligned with educational goals * Strong partnerships with parents and community * All students career and college ready

All our sites are: * AdvancED Accredited

Contact Information

What drives our acts:

* An unwavering commitment to continuous improvement * Quality education delivered by high-performing employees * Every child having equal opportunities for a quality education * That everyone is capable of learning * The development of good and productive citizens * Learning as a shared effort between staff, students, parents, and the community. * Providing a rigorous and relevant education

South Elementary 507-934-2754 North Intermediate 507-934-3260 Middle/High School 507-934-4210 Community & Family Education 507-934-3048 District 508 Office 507-934-5703

www.stpeterschools.org Twitter: @Saints508

Just Keeping It Green Riverbend Recycling Center - 600 Webster Ave. North Mankato Nicollet County Recycling Site - 1700 Sunrise Dr. St. Peter (Nicollet County Public Works parking lot)

Waste Management Recycling Center - located 4 miles south of Le Sueur on Cty road #36 Household Hazardous Waste Facility - 651 Summit Ave. Mankato (open to residents of Le Sueur, Nicollet & Sibley counties)

Yard Waste Drop-Off & Recycling Site - Southwest Corner of North Swift St. and West St. Julien

LJP Waste & Recycle - 2160 Ringhofer Dr. North Mankato Public Recycling Drop Off is M-F from 8 am to 4:45 pm

Tri-County Solid Waste Office

507-934-7078 • achristensen@co.nicollet.mn.us www.co.nicollet.mn.us/180/Tri-County-Solid-Waste

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1851 ~ Treaty of Traverse des Sioux 1853 ~ St. Peter was Established 1862 ~ Dakota Conflict 1862 ~ Gustavus Adolphus College was Established 1866 ~ St. Peter Regional Treatment Center Opened 1871 ~ First Nicollet County Fair

1883 Nicollet County Bank was Chartered

Serving the Community since 1883

Sam B. Gault

Z. Sam Gault Lisa R. Gault

J. W. B. Gault L. J. Gault

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www.nicolletcountybank.com

220 South Third Street • Telephone 931-3310 • St. Peter