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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.

MNCS Elementary 213 S. 6th Street Henderson, MN (507) 868-0071 mncselementary.weebly.com

MNCS High School 210 Main Street Henderson, MN (507) 248-3353 www.newcountryschool.com

MNCS is a public charter school that offers: Personalized project-based education for every student in grades K-12 & meets state grad standards. Free Transportation from 10 local communities (St. Peter, Cleveland, Le Center, Le Sueur, Belle Plaine, Arlington, Gaylord, Gibbon, & Winthrop)

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County Profile History Outdoor Recreation Education Calendar Cleveland Map Elysian Heidelberg Henderson Kasota Kilkenny Le Center Le Sueur Montgomery New Prague St. Peter Waterville Worship

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county profile Le Sueur County is located in both rich agricultural land and a diverse lake country, one of southern Minnesota’s true gems. Located about an hour south of the Twin Cities, it is now considered part of that metropolitan statistical area. But with its rolling hills, prime farmland and over 100 lakes, there’s more of a country, small-town atmosphere.

Lake Washington, the county’s largest, covers over 1,500 acres.

Population swells during the summer and fall

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months, as Le Sueur County sports great fishing, water recreation and thousands of campsites. Visitors flock to Le Sueur County from the Twin Cities, other regions of rural Minnesota, and throughout the U.S. to enjoy camping, boating, fishing and a variety of watersports. In the winter, many of the lakes boast great ice fishing and host clusters of ice houses, a great opportunity for relaxation and camaraderie.

Le Center, as its historic name boasts, is the county seat with a population of 2,500. The

historic Le Sueur County Courthouse’s architectural significance looms large in Le Center. Built in 1896 of brick and local Kasota stone, it is part of the Richardsonian Romanesque revival which dotted the Le Sueur County landscape during that period. Atop the courthouse tower is the Lady Justice figure. The Le Sueur County Board is comprised of five commissioners.

For more information, visit www.co-lesueur.mn.us.

Le Sueur County is the 38th largest of Minnesota’s 87 counties, with a population of 27,703 according to the 2010 U.S. Census. The county’s 10 cities have distinct personalities and feature a number of celebrations, festivals and events throughout the year.

New Prague, the county’s northernmost city, is its largest, with a population of 7,813 (2017 est.), though only about 3,100 reside in Le Sueur County. The city is split between Le Sueur County to the south and Scott County to the north.

The city of Le Sueur is next largest with a population of 4,009 (2017 est.). Previously known as the historic home to the Minnesota Valley Canning Co., a precursor to the Green Giant Company, it remains a vibrant manufacturing hub in the county.

Still, the community continues to honor its historic ties to the famous Jolly Green Giant and company during Le Sueur’s annual Giant Celebration, with a buttery corn feed and festive events. City officials also hope to begin planning for efforts to reopen Main Street, with a partial demolition of its downtown mall if sufficient financing can be secured.

Montgomery is the third largest city in the county, with a population of 2,956. Its widelycelebrated Kolacky Days celebrates Montgomery’s Czechoslovakian heritage and culture. The celebration is named for the small, roll-like pastry filled with a variety of fruits or poppy seeds. Visitors can enjoy colorful Czech dancers and singing groups of all ages, as well as a host of other fun events.

Le Sueur County also maintains a strong

agricultural economy. Estimates place the number of farms in the county at just over 1,000, totaling almost 250,000 acres. Major crops include corn and soybeans, while livestock production includes hogs, turkeys and chickens, beef and dairy cattle. Le Sueur County farms provide more than $224 million in agricultural products, with an estimated 63 percent in crop commodities and 37 percent in livestock.

In 2019, Le Sueur County unveiled its largest facilities project in history with a new Justice Center building, just off Hwy. 99 on Le Center’s southeast side. Another major infrastructure project will span over two years, with the Hwy. 112 stretch of roadway between Le Center and Le Sueur being turned back by the Minnesota Department of Transportation.

Construction on that project begins in 2020.

County Offices 88 S. Park Ave., Le Center 507-357-2251 www.co.le-sueur.mn.us Assessor: 507-357-2251 Auditor-Treasurer: 507-357-2251 Emergency Management: 507-357-6255 Environmental Services: 507-357-2251 Highway Department: 507-357-2251 Human Services: 507-357-8288 Le Sueur County Soil and Water Conservation District: 507-357-4879, ext. 3; www.lesueurswcd.org License Bureau: 507-357-2251 (Road tests appointments in Le Center, call 507-344-2799) Parks: 507-357-8201 Public Health: 507-357-8246 Recorder: 507-357-2251 Sheriff’s Office: 507-357-4440 (non-emergency) U of M Extension: www3.extension.umn.edu/local/le-sueur Veterans Services: 507-357-8279

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history

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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.

Designated as the county seat, Le Sueur Center was changed to Le Center in 1930. The Le Sueur County Courthouse was built in 189697 with extensive remodeling taking place in 1974-75 and again in 1994-95. A new Le Sueur County Justice Center opened in 2019.

Le Sueur County began with four settlers in a board house on the site of Kasota. Today, 28,011 (2017 est.) 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.”

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County Office: Le Center Courthouse Contact: 88 South Park Ave., 507-357-8201, www.co.le-sueur.mn.us/165/Parks Le Sueur County has one state park, 12 county parks, and public access ramps to nearly three dozen lakes and the Minnesota River, a 332-mile long tributary of the Mississippi. Three parks have self-guided trails. For more information on outdoor recreation, visit co.le-sueur.mn.us and click on “Departments,” then “Parks”.

What to do Camping Lake Washington Regional Park & Campground, Clear Lake Park

Cross-Country Skiing Ney Nature Center groomed trails, ungroomed trails at Bradshaw Woods, Lake Washington Regional Park, Rays Lake Park, Richter Woods

Facility Rentals Lake Washington Regional Park & Campground, Ney Nature Center, Richter Woods

Fishing Fishing piers at Clear Lake Park, Geldner Saw Mill Park, West Jefferson Lake Fishing Pier, Ray’s Lake, along with MN DNR Fishing Piers at German Lake and West Jefferson Lake. Shore fishing at Lake Emily, Gorman Lake, Minnesota River, Sabre Lake, Lake Volney, Lake Washington

Hiking Bradshaw Woods, Lake Washington Regional Park, Ney Nature Center, Rays Lake Park, Richter Woods

Mountain Biking Ney Nature Center Mountain Bike Trail

Paddling Canoe, Kayak, or Paddleboard on a number of lakes within the county

Picnic Areas Clear Lake Park, Geldner Saw Mill & Park, Henderson Station River Access & Park, Lake Jefferson Fishing Pier, Ney Nature Center, Ray’s Lake Park, Richter Woods Park, Lake Volney Park, Lake Washington Regional Park & Campground

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Playgrounds Richter Woods Park, Lake Washington Regional Park & Campground

Snowshoeing Bradshaw Woods, Lake Washington Regional Park, Ney Nature Center, Rays Lake Park, Richter Woods

County Parks Bradshaw Woods Located in Le Center, near the fairgrounds, this 29-acre wooded park is full of native big woods trees including Basswood, Elm, Maple, and more.

Within the woods you can find nearly a half mile trail loop and park benches. If you are looking for a quick getaway to explore the quiet and native big woods, or enjoy the changing colors of the leaves in the fall, this is the perfect park.

Clear Lake Park 35194 Clear Lake Lane, Le Center Located on the west side of Clear Lake near the boat ramp, this quiet park and campground sits on a hill that overlooks the lake. The park consists of over 2 acres of land, 550 feet of shoreline, and a floating fishing pier. The campground consists of four primitive campsites with a picnic table and fire pit, and are available on a first come, first served basis for $10 per night.

Lake Emily Park 33016 Lake Emily Road, St Peter This 1.5 acre park on the south side of Lake Emily features a fishing dock and 1,000 feet of shoreline that provides fishing for bluegill, crappie, largemouth bass, northern pike, and yellow perch.

Geldner Saw Mill & Park 46542 Beaver Dam Road, Cleveland Located along Beaver Dam Road, the 4.5 acre park features a historic saw mill that is the last steam powered saw mill that is still standing in the state of Minnesota. The park is located on a bay of East Jefferson Lake and provides a fishing pier and shoreline for fishing, which is popular amongst anglers in the spring months.

Lake Gorman Park & Access 19634 Gorman Lake Park Lane, Kilkenny Within the 8 acres of this park is a road that leads to a dam on the south side of Lake Gorman, as it flows into the Cannon River. This

provides a year round shore fishing location for multiple species of fish, along with a launch point for canoes and kayaks.

Henderson Station River Access & Park 29030 River Street, Le Sueur On the banks of the Minnesota River near Henderson sits a 52 acre park that features a covered picnic shelter, picnic tables, and an opportunity to shore fish along the Minnesota River for it’s multiple species. The park also provides an access point to the river for canoe and kayak launches.

Lake Jefferson Fishing Pier 28211 470th Street, Madison Lake With 600 feet of shoreline, a floating fishing pier, paved sidewalk, and picnic tables, this is a popular location to spend the day fishing for panfish. The park can also be used as a launch point for canoes and kayaks.

Ney Nature Center 28238 Nature Center Lane, Henderson 507-357-8580, www.neycenter.org, info@neycenter.org.

Ney Nature Center is home to 446 acres of all the natural world has to offer: forests, prairie, meadows, bluffs, creeks, and a variety of wildlife. The center is open sun up to sundown daily for hiking or walking the trails, crosscountry skiing, bird watching, snowshoeing, v iewing wildlife, and enjoying the peace of nature.

The Education Building and office are open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday for visitors. The center offers a number of programs, naturalist-led hikes, day camps and more throughout the year to enjoy. There is truly something for everyone.

Ney Nature Center has been a favorite for weddings and reunions, and the Education Building can be rented for gatherings and events. The center also manages and protects the Ney Wildlife Preserve through education and interaction with the natural world.

Ray’s Lake Park 1395 1st Street North, Elysian This beautiful park overlooks Ray’s Lake while featuring several areas of native willow and cedar

outdoor recreation trees, prairie, and mowed trails within the park.

The 9.5 acre park consists of 3,000 feet of shoreline on Ray’s Lake, a fishing pier, and launch area. It is a popular park amongst people looking to shore fish for wide range of species including panfish, largemouth bass, and northern pike.

Richter Woods Park 35674 173rd Ave, Montgomery An 80 acre park located 1.5 miles west of Montgomery, the park is heavily wooded and reminiscent of the native “big woods.” The park features a basketball hoop, volleyball net, fire pit, and playground. There are 2.5 miles of trails that are popular for hiking, snowshoeing, and cross country skiing. While hiking the trails, make sure to keep your eyes and ears open for abundance of wildlife, vegetation, and birding! The park is home to a unique barn that is available to rent for small gatherings and events. To reserve the barn for you event, please call 507-357-8201.

Lake Volney Park 18608 Beach Lane, Le Center Located on the south side of Lake Volney next to the boat ramp, this 3 acre park features 600 feet of shoreline, a large sand play area, sand volleyball court, picnic tables, and a path to access the sandy bottom lake just beyond the restored shoreline.

This park is a good location for a day of recreating outside, enjoying a lake, the sand, or having a picnic.

Lake Washington Regional Park and Campground 47102 Washington Park Road, Kasota One of only 62 designated regional parks in the state of Minnesota, this 164 acre park is located on one mile of Lake Washington’s shoreline. The campground caters to non-seasonal campers and features 27 RV Sites with electric hookups, 1 non-electric RV site, 3 primitive tent sites, and 1 group camping site with 4 electric hookups. Each site comes with a spacious gravel pad, fire ring, and picnic table.

The campground also has a dump station, shower

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outdoor recreation house, and 5 water spigots. The park has 3.5 miles of trails of varying terrain that can be enjoyed by hiking, walking, jogging, snowshoeing, and cross country skiing. There are 2 different playgrounds located within the park, along with an open air picnic shelter and a year round building that can be rented out for gatherings and events. For more information or for reservations, please call 507-995-1161.

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 1-888-646-6367.

Lakes and rivers

50499 Sakatah Lake State Park Road, Waterville 507-362-4438, dnr.state.mn.us. 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.

At least 100 lakes, from zero to more than 1,500 acres, dot the Le Sueur county landscape.

About three dozen have public access ramps.

Fishing, both during warm weather months and when the lakes are covered with a thick coating of ice, remains a popular pastime.

Le Sueur County lakes feature a variety of species, from bullhead to walleye to crappie.

There are three public access ramps to the Minnesota River in Le Sueur County, in Henderson, Kasota and Ottawa.

Sakatah Singing Hills Trail

Snowmobile trails

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

Le Sueur County is home to a vast network of snowmobile trails; about 150 miles are the responsibility of the Le Sueur County Snowmobile Trails Association.

County snowmobile trail map: lesueursnowtrails.org.

New Prague area snowmobile trail map: newpraguesnowdrifters.com.

Sakatah Lake State Park

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education Early Childhood Family Education: isd2397community.sharpschool.net Little Giants Preschool: 115 N. Fifth St., Le Sueur, 507-665-4620

New Prague Area Schools

Cleveland Public School A community where students and relationships matter Mascot: Clippers K-12 School: 400 Sixth St., Cleveland, 507-931-5953, cleveland.k12.mn.us Community Education: cleveland.k12.mn.us/page/2481 Early Childhood Family Education: cleveland.k12.mn.us/page/2482 Little Clippers Preschool: 507-931-5953, cleveland. k12.mn.us/page/3163

Le SueurHenderson Schools Mascot: Giants Le Sueur-Henderson Middle/High School: 901 Ferry St., Le Sueur, 507-665-5800, hsms.isd2397.org Park Elementary: 115 N. Fifth St., Le Sueur, 507-665-4700, park.isd2397.org Hilltop Elementary: 700 South St, Henderson, 507-665-5900, hilltop.isd2397.org Community Education: 821 E. Ferry St., Le Sueur, 507-665-4620

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Mascot: Trojans High School: 410 Central Ave. N., 952-758-1700, npaschools.org Middle School: 721 Central Ave. N., 952-758-1400 Eagle View Elementary: 25600 Nevada Ave., 952-758-6000 Falcon Ridge Elementary: 1200 Columbus Ave., 952-758-1600 Raven Stream Elementary: 300 11th Ave. NW, 952-758-1500 Community Education: 952-758-1734, ce.np.k12.mn.us Early Childhood Family Education: 952-758-1734 Preschools: 952-758-1674

St. Peter Public Schools Mascot: Saints High School: 2121 W. Broadway Ave., 507-984-4212, stpeterschools.org Middle School: 100 Lincoln Dr., 507-934-4210 North Elementary: 815 N. 9th St., 507-934-3260

South Elementary: 1405 S. 7th St., 507-934-2754 Rock Bend ALC: 801 Davis St., 507-934-5420 Community Education: 600 S. Fifth St., 506-934-3048 Early Childhood Family Education: 507-934-3048 Little Saints Preschool: 1801 Broadway Ave., 507-931-4314

Tri-City United Public Schools Mascot: Titans High School: 101 Second St. NE, Montgomery, 507-364-8100, tcu2905us.new.rschooltoday.com

Le Center K-8 School: 150 W. Tyrone St., 507-357-6802 Lonsdale K-6 School: 1000 Idaho St. SW, 507-744-3900 Montgomery K-8 School: 101 Second St. NE, 507-364-8119 Community Education: 507-364-8118 Early Childhood Family Education: 507-364-8107 Little Titans Preschool: 507-364-8116

Waterville-ElysianMorristown Schools

High School: 500 E. Pacquin St., Waterville, 507-362-4432, wem.k12.mn.us Middle School: 23 Ann St., Morristown, 507-685-4222 Elementary School: 500 E. Paquin St., Waterville, 507-362-4439 Community Education: 507-362-4403 Early Childhood Family Education: 507-685-4222 Elysian Area Learning Center: 101 Fifth Street NW, 507-267-4373

A respectful, responsible, positive and safe place to learn Mascot: Buccaneers

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Superintendent – Brian Phillips phillips.brian@cleveland.k12.mn.us Principal – Scott Lusk lusk.scott@cleveland.k12.mn.us

Cleveland Public School 400 Sixth Street, Cleveland, MN 56017 507-931-5953

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Saint Peter Public Schools Ensuring educational excellence for all Where Learning Matters: • An AdvancEd accredited school district dedicated to continuous improvement.

• Committed to ensuring high levels of learning for all students in safe and caring school environments.

• Focused on developing knowledgeable critical thinkers, communicators, and collaborators throughout the PreK-12 system.

• Joined by outstanding community and college partners, we are working together to develop well-rounded students in the Saint Peter area.

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• State-of-the-art Saint Peter High School South Elementary (grades 9-12) building, built to support 507-934-2754 the growing Saint Peter community North Intermediate (1,000 student capacity), opened in 507-934-3260 fall of 2017.

Middle School • The first-ever Saint Peter Middle School, 507-934-4210 High School which also opened in fall of 2017 at the 507-934-4212 former grade 7-12 site, is designed for the unique academic and social needs of Early Childhood Center 507-934-4211 adolescents.

Community & • Recently remodeled and repurposed Family Education buildings at North Intermediate (grades 507-934-3048 District 508 Office 2-4) and South Elementary (grades K-1), 507-934-5703 helped alleviate capacity issues.

Saint Peter High School

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Tri- Cit y United P ub l i c Sch o o l s T o empower learners H c reate opportunities H u nited for success

LOW CLASS SIZES INNOVATIVE CARING LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS NATIONAL AWARDS IN STEM CAREER AND COLLEGE READINESS FOR ALL • 92+ COLLEGE CREDITS OFFERED • CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION AWARD WINNING CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES FUTURE FOCUSED FACILITIES PROUD COMMUNITIES SUPPORTIVE OF OUR STUDENTS

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calendar MARCH 3 - Tri-City United Montgomery Kindergarten Roundup 7 - Queens Talent Show, Le Center 10 - Tri-City United Le Center Kindergarten Roundup 11 - Tri-City United Lonsdale Spring Early

Childhood Screening 13 - Miss Shamrock Coronation, Le Center 14 - St. Patrick’s Day parade and celebration,

Le Center 14 - Maple Syrup tour, Ney Nature Center, 1 – 2:30 22 - Maple Syrup tour, Ney Nature Center, 1 – 2:30

APRIL 1 - Reservations open for Lake Washington

Regional Park & Campground 4-5 - Tri-City United Spring Play 9 - Tri-City Le Center Spring Early

Childhood Screening 11 - Geocaching: Easter Egg Hunt, Ney Nature Center 11 - Easter Egg Hunt & Vehicle Fair, Le Center

(Saturday before Easter) 16-18 - Le Center City Wide Garage Sale 18 - Ms. Czech-Slovak Minnesota pageant, Montgomery 18-23 - Book Sale, Montgomery Public Library 24-25-26 - Pioneer Power Swap Meet,

north of Le Center

MAY 1 - Le Center Area Fireman’s Dance 2 - Citywide Garage Sale, Montgomery 2 - Run New Prague Half Marathon, Half

Marathon Relay, 10K, 5K, Kids Fun Run

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2 - Flowers & Feathers, Ney Nature Center 3 - Annual May Day celebration, Heritage Park, Montgomery 8-9 - Citywide Garage Sale, Cleveland 8-10 - Citywide Garage Sale, Elysian 9 - Montgomery Garden Club Plant Sale 9-noon 12 - Tri-City United Early Childhood Annual

Vehicle Fair, Montgomery 19 - Car Roll In, Montgomery 20 - Tri-City United High School Graduation 28 - Hot Summer Nights, Waterville TBD - Classic Car & Motorcycle Roll-In,

Cleveland, watch FB & website for

dates/ locations

JUNE 11 - Music in the Park, Memorial Park, Montgomery 12-14 - Bullhead Days, Waterville 13 - Butterflies & Dragonflies, Ney Nature Center 16 - Car Roll In, Montgomery 19-20 - Cherry Creek Days, Cleveland 19-21 - Le Sueur County Sheriff’s Mounted

Posse Trail ride/Ranch Rodeo, Le Center 20 - Summer Solstice Hike, Ney Nature Center TBD - Sauerkraut Days, Henderson 25 - Hot Summer Nights, Waterville 25 - Music in the Park, Memorial Park, Montgomery 27 - Geocaching for S’mores, Ney Nature Center 27 -Montgomery Firefighters dance, Montgomery

Fire Hall TBD - Classic Car & Motorcycle Roll-In,

Cleveland, watch FB & website for

dates/ locations

JULY

SEPTEMBER

4 - Best Decorated Campsite, Lake

Washington Regional Park & Campground 4-7 - July Fourth Celebration, Elysian TBD - Old-Fashioned Fourth of July, St. Peter 7 - Pioneer Power Tractor, Truck, and Semi Pull 9 - Music in the Park, Memorial Park, Montgomery 10 - Le Sueur County Relay for Life, Le Center 16-31 - Kolacky Day display Honoring 4H,

Arts & Heritage Center, Montgomery 20 - Live Animal Meet and Greet, Ney Nature Center 21 - Car Roll In, Montgomery 23 - Hot Summer Nights, Waterville 24-25-26 - Kolacky Days, Montgomery 31 - Giant Celebration, Le Sueur TBD - Classic Car & Motorcycle Roll In,

Cleveland watch FB & website for dates/locations

12 - Monarch Tagging, Ney Nature Center 12 - Half-way to St. Paddy’s Day, Kilkenny TBD - Rock Bend Folk Festival, St. Peter 12 - Kasota Firemen’s Dance 13 - Heidelberg Community Day 15 - Car Roll In, Montgomery 18-19 - Classic Car Cruise & Dozinky

Festival, New Prague 26 - Fall Festival, Ney Nature Center TBD - Monarch Butterfly Tagging, Lake

Washington Regional Park & Campground TBD - Classic Car & Motorcycle Roll-In,

Cleveland, watch FB & website for

dates/ locations

AUGUST 1, 2 - Giant Celebration, Le Sueur 1 - Pioneer Power Auction 1-22 - Kolacky Day display Honoring 4H,

Arts & Heritage Center, Montgomery 4 - Kilkenny Fireman’s Annual ATV Ride, Kilkenny 6 - Czech Out New Prague, 5 pm – 8 pm 13 - Music in the Park, Memorial Park, Montgomery 15 - Arts & Heritage Social, Rustic Farmer

on Main, Montgomery 18 - Car Roll In, Montgomery 20-23 - Le Sueur County Free Fair, Le Center 22 - Foraging Hike, Ney Nature Center 29 - Monarch Tagging, Ney Nature Center TBD - Hummingbird Hurrah, Henderson 27 - Hot Summer Nights, Waterville 27 - Music in the Park, Memorial Park, Montgomery 28,29,30 - Pioneer Power Show, north of Le Center TBD - Classic Car & Motorcycle Roll In,

Cleveland, watch FB & website for

dates/ locations

OCTOBER 3 - Autumn Bird Hike, Ney Nature Center 3 - Live Animal Meet & Greet, Ney Nature Center 4 - Fire Prevention Open House, Waterville 4 - Dad’s Belgian Waffle Breakfast,

Montgomery Fire Hall 15-31 - Day of the Dead Celebration and

Traditions, Arts & Heritage Center, Montgomery 17 - Halloween Camp Er’ Treat, Lake

Washington Regional Park & Campground 31 - Spooky Trail, Elysian 31 - Trick or Treat on Main, Le Sueur TBD - Tri-City United Fall Early Childhood

Screening. Watch for date.

TBD - Cleveland Trick or Treat – watch for information

NOVEMBER 1-7 - Day of the Dead Celebration and

Traditions, Arts & Heritage Center, Montgomery 12-30 - Holiday Boutique, Arts & Heritage

Center, Montgomery 28 - Hollydaze Parade, Le Center 28 - Small Business Saturday, Montgomery TBD - Small Business Saturday, Elysian TBD - Tri-City United Fall Musical. Watch for date.

TBD - Tri-City United Fall Early Childhood

Screening. Watch for date.

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calendar DECEMBER

JANUARY 2021

1-31 - Holiday Boutique, Arts & Heritage

Center, Montgomery 3 - Torchlight Parade and fireworks, Montgomery 4 - Holiday parade of lights & Celebration in

the Park, New Prague, 6:30 p.m.

4 - Christmas on Main, Le Sueur 5 - Christmas in Elysian 12 - Holiday in Hooterville, Waterville 19 - Santa at the Library, Kilkenny TBD - Tri-City United Winter Concerts – dates

vary, watch for more information.

TBD - Tri-City United Fall Early Childhood

Screening. Watch for date.

TBD - Winterfest, St. Peter 23 - Family Snowshoeing, Ney Nature Center

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FEBRUARY 2021 7 - Lake Francis American Legion Ice Fishing

Contest, Elysian 13 - Candlelight Event, Ney Nature Center 14 - 21st Annual Masopust celebration, Montgomery TBD - Tri-City United Montgomery Spring Early

Childhood Screening. Watch for date.

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Population: 713 Incorporated: 1904 City Office: 205 Fourth St. 507-931-6380, clevelandmn.govoffice2.com Post Office: 309 Broadway St., 507-931-4360 Visitor Center: City Hall

What to do 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, a street dance, bean bag tournament, water fights, and fireworks. For more, visit Cherry Creek Days on Facebook.

Classic Car & Motorcycle Roll-ins - 5 p.m. every other Friday from May to September in downtown Cleveland. Watch our Facebook page and website for times and locations.

What’s New Cleveland Public School District is constructing an addition on the south end of its building

cleveland in 2020 after a referendum passed in the community in 2018. The school will add new classrooms, a cafeteria, a STEM lab, an agriculture/technology lab and a new gymnasium.

In connection with the public school’s building project, the city of Cleveland intends to extend Sixth Street to reach the school’s new parking lot on the south side.

Churches Church of the Nativity Catholic 200 W. Main St., 507-933-0358 Church of Christ - 900 Hwy. 99, 507-931-5924 Marysburg Catholic Church - 27528 Patrick St., Madison Lake, 507-243-3166 Our Saviors Lutheran Church 305 Sixth St., 507-931-1564

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47th Annual Le Sueur County

Pioneer Power Show

August 28th, 29th, 30th, 2020 • 7:00 am–5:00 pm

Preserving Our Agricultural Heritage with Antique Ag. & Construction Equipment and Working Demonstrations for both men & woman using on a 100 Acre Showground.

• Featuring Fordson and Ford • 25 Buildings with Displays of Yesteryear • Food and Musical Entertainment • Parade Friday, Saturday, Sunday at 12:30 p.m.

• Pancake & Sausage Breakfast Saturday & Sunday • Antique Tractor Pull, Saturday

43rd Swap Meet & Flea Market April 24th, 25th, 26th, 2020 • 7 am–6 pm At Showgrounds Rural Le Sueur • Rain or Shine

Located 6 miles East of Le Sueur on County Road 26 For more information contact Bill Thelemann 952-994-2743 or visit our website @ www.pioneerpowershow.com

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elysian Population: 652 Incorporated: 1884 City Office: 110 W Main St., 507-267-4708, www.elysianmn.com Post Office: 120 E Main St., 507-267-4477 Chamber of Commerce: 100 Third St. SW, 507-267-4708 Library: 132 E Main St., 507-267-4411

What to do American Legion Lake Francis Ice Fishing Contest – Compete for prizes, participate in drawings and eat homemade stew at the event held the first Sunday in February.

Hosted by American Legion SAL Post 311.

Fourth of July – Features one of the largest parades in southern Minnesota, turtle races, vintage

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car show, kids fishing contest, street dances, medallion hunt, pancake breakfast, kids pedal pull, bingo and silent auction, volleyball tournament and fireworks.

Concessions, beer garden. Visit elysianmn.com Spooky Trail – Sakatah Singing Hills Trail comes alive Oct. 31 with ghosts and goblins as families trick-or-treat along the trail. After, enjoy hot dogs and chips at the fire hall.

Small Business Saturday – Come enjoy shopping in Elysian with 10 businesses and over 25 vendors participating. Deals and specials galore. Unique items just in time for Christmas.

Christmas in Elysian – Held the first Saturday in December. Start off with a pancake breakfast and shopping with Mr. & Mrs. Claus. Shop at the local businesses during the afternoon. In the eve-

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ning, a parade lights up Main Street followed by bingo in the fire hall.

Sakatah Singing Hills State Trail – In 1991, a group of 25 Elysianites began a four-year effort to lobby local legislators to fund blacktopping of the 39-mile trail.

Bike, snowmobile, or walk. Stop and have a picnic at the wayside rest built along the trail that is reminiscent of an earlier train depot there. Visit dnr.state.mn.us.

City park and beach – Updated playground, sand volleyball courts, ball field, beach and picnic shelters provide on the south shore of Lake Francis. Parking and restrooms.

Lake Tustin Park – Quiet park with picnic shelter and horseshoes.

What’s New Sunset Park – Quiet park on the west side of town with a veterans memorial.

Churches Bethlehem Lutheran Church 200 Park Ave. NW, 507-362-8381 Elysian United Methodist Church - 201 Fourth St. NW, 507- 327-5771 St. Andrew’s Catholic Church 305 Park Ave. NE, 507-267-4928

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heidelberg What’s New

Population: 125 Incorporated: 1894 City Office: 31552 181st Avenue, PO Box 253, New Prague, MN 56071 952-290-0567, cityofheidelbergmn.com

What to do Heidelberg Community Day & Car Show – Sept. 13, 2020 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

This annual event features a car show contest, drawings, kids activities, area vendors, lots of food and fun. Located in the town’s park.

City Hall has a new patio with benches, including a lending library and message center.

The Heidelberg Park pavilion is available for rent April through October. Includes access to baseball field, tennis court, volleyball court, horseshoe pit, plus full kitchen, indoor tables and chairs in park building.

Contact Tracy Odenthal for more details 507-364-5766.

Churches St. Scholastica Catholic Church 31525 181st Ave., 952-758-4642

Just Keeping It Green Riverbend Recycling Center - 600 Webster Ave. North Mankato Nicollet County Recycling Site - 1700 Sunrise Dr. Upper-St. Peter Yard Waste Drop-Off & Recycling Site - Southwest Corner of North Swift St. and West St. Julien

Waste Management Recycling Center located 4 miles south of Le Sueur on Cty road #36

Blue Earth County Household Hazardous Waste Facility 651 Summit Ave. Mankato - open to residents of Le Sueur, Nicollet counties

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

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henderson Population: 960 Incorporated: 1855 (founded 1852) City Office: 600 Main St., 507-248-3234, henderson-mn.com Post Office: 500 Main St., 507-248-3636 Chamber of Commerce: henderson-mn.com/chamber.html Library: 110 S Sixth St., 507-248-3880

What to do Joseph R. Brown Minnesota River Center - On the second floor of the Henderson Community Building, center houses exhibits of Henderson and Minnesota River Valley history.

Sibley County Historical Museum - An 1884 brick house at 700 Main St. serves as a museum.

Displays range from artifacts immigrants brought from Europe to turn-of-the-century items.

Sauerkraut Days – Held annually the last weekend in June. 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

Bender Park – The community’s two softball parks are nestled just west of the Minnesota River.

Tiger Park – Henderson’s town baseball team, the Tigers, plays amateur baseball in the River Valley League.

Ney Nature Center – County park offers 446 acres of exploration, programs and education, facility rentals, panoramic overlooks, picnic areas, native wildlife, historic farmsteads and more. Find Ney Nature Center on Facebook or at www.neycenter.org.

Churches Centennial Lutheran Church 701 Locust St., 507-248-3888 Jehovah’s Witnesses 501 S Ninth St., 507-248-3865 Countryside Christian Church 29517 381st Lane, 507-248-3865 Redeemer Lutheran Church 14226 W 280th St., 507-665-2932 St. Joseph Catholic Church 213 S Sixth St., 507-248-3550

Hummingbird Hurrah – This unique celebration is held the third Saturday in August and offers information about the amazing little birds, attracting them and keeping them happy. Great for birders and photographers. Visit www.hendersonhummingbirdhurrah.com.

St. Paul’s United Church of Christ 111 S Sixth St., 507-248-3594

Classic Car Roll-ins - 5 to 8 p.m. every Tuesday from late May through September.

Visit www.hendersonrollin.com.

Private and Charter Schools

Allanson’s Park - Fifteen developed campsites, a picnic shelter with restrooms and showers, playground and walking trail. 500 South St.

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

Minnesota New Country School - 210 Main St., 507-248-3353, newcountryschool.com

Hospital and Clinics Sibley Medical Clinic - 505 Main St., 507-248-3433

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kasota Population: 670 Incorporated: 1858 City Office: 200 N. Webster St., 507-931-3290, kasotamn.govoffice2.com Post Office: 140 Cherry St., 507-931-5720

What to do Firemen’s Dance Annual event set for Sept.

12 celebrates the Kasota Fire Department’s anniversary. Music, food and refreshments through the evening. Visit Kasota Fire Department on Facebook.

Kasota Prairie Scientific and Natural Area - Situated on a rock terrace 70 feet above the Minnesota River Valley is this 42-acre scientific natural area. About 2 miles south of Kasota on 367th Avenue. Visit dnr. state. mn.us/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. The area has been preserved as a public scientific, educational and recreational resource, and includes 120 acres of woods, marsh, grassland and a large beaver pond between the bluffs and the Minnesota River. Maintained parking and trails. Approximately 1 mile south of Kasota on township road 140. Visit skp.org.

Chankaska Creek Ranch and Winery Vineyard and winery sits on the bank of Chankaska Creek, offering wine tastings and events, many with live music. Visit chankaskawines.com.

Drive a Tank - The only place in the world to drive a tank and shoot a fully automatic historic machine gun not owned by a government entity. Visit driveatank.com.

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

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kilkenny Population: 184 Incorporated: 1883 (founded 1856) City Office: 156 S. Laurel Ave., 507-595-3999; kilkennymn.com City Cell Phone: 507-491-6597 Post Office: 156 S. Laurel Ave.; 507-595-2700 Community Center/Library: 288 S. Laurel Ave.

Car Show, 3 mile Fun Run, Toilet Bowl Races and finishing up with the best Fireworks show around!

What to do

Chankaska Creek Ranch and Winery Vineyard and winery sits on the bank of Chankaska Creek, offering wine tastings and events, many with live music. Visit chankaskawines.com.

Kilkenny Fireman’s Annual ATV Ride Fundraiser - held Saturday, August 8th with registration at Little Irishman’s Park at 10 am and leaving on the route about 12:30. (Check the website for last minute changes.) This is a 32 to 35 mile ride with 3 stops along the way, and a meal at the Firehall where the drawing will be held for the ATV raffle.

Halfway to St. Paddy’s Day Celebration - will be held on Saturday, September 12. Andrew McGuinness will be returning as Mayor this year from Kilkenny, Ireland. Also returning will be The Hootenanny Annies and Buffalo Alice. We’re expecting another big turnout for the Parade, Knish Kustomz

School Supply Give Away - sponsored by the Cannonville Community Church of Waterville.

Check out the City site to find out which Saturday in August to come to the Little Irishman’s Park for free school supplies for all grades while supplies last.

Santa at the Library - Santa will be visiting the Library on Saturday, December 19. Bring the kids for a gift from Santa and refreshments and a Christmas craft.

Churches Church of St. Canice Catholic Church - 183 W. Maple St., 507-595-2561 St. John’s Lutheran Church - 158 N. Laurel Ave., 9:30 a.m. Sunday Services

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le center Population: 2504 Incorporated: 1890 City Office: 10 W. Tyrone St., 507-357-4450, cityoflecenter.com Post Office: 91 N. Park Ave. 507-3574979 Chamber of Commerce: 10 W. Tyrone St., 507-357-6737 Library: 10 W. Tyrone St., 507-357-6792 Municipal Pool: 205 E. Derrynane Ave., 507-357-6344 Municipal Liquor Store: 20 N. Waterville Ave. 507-357-4451

What to do St. Patrick’s Day - The city’s well known for its annual St. Paddy’s Day festivities. It all starts January 26th with the Grand Marshal and Candidates Brunch, 11:00 a.m., American Legion. The Queen’s Talent Show is Saturday, March 7, at 3 p.m. at the American Legion. The Miss Shamrock Coronation is at 7 p.m.

Friday, March 13, also at the American Legion. The parade and celebration is Saturday, March 14. The parade runs along Minnesota Street, starting at 2 p.m.

Easter Egg Hunt and 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 the West Park. Sponsored by the Le Center Lions Club and other local organizations. The vehicle fair is hosted by Tri-City United Early Childhood Family Education. Visit Tri-City United Early Childhood Programs on Facebook.

Le Center Area Fireman’s Dance - This is held every year on the first Friday of May. This event is hosted by the Le Center Fire Department, in which the members go door-to-door selling tickets.

Le Sueur County Sheriff’s Posse Trail Ride - Held June 19-21, this event draws horseback riders from across the county. Includes ranch rodeos, trail rides, dinner and a dance, and is open to the public. For more information, call Brett Mason, 507-357-8152.

Le Sueur County Free Fair/Park - The home of the Le Sueur County Fair, held every summer is set for Aug. 20-23. What’s a summer without a county fair? The annual event brings all you’d expect and more to Le Center: animal exhibits, tasty treats, music, demo derbies, tractor pulls, and even talent shows. For more information visit lesueurcountyfair.org.

Pioneer Power - In late August, the annual Le Sueur County Pioneer Power Days opens one of the most complete farm displays in the county to the public. The organization also hosts a swap meet/flea market each April. Both are north of Le Center on County Road 26.

Visit pioneerpowershow.com.

Hollydaze Winter Festival - Held the Saturday after Thanksgiving, the parade is hosted by the Le Center Chamber of Commerce and kicks off

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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.

Camping - Seasonal camping (with water) is available on the Le Sueur County Fairgrounds.

For more information and costs, or to reserve a site, call 507-327-2996 or 612-756-1500.

Municipal Outdoor swimming pool/park - 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 Sportsman cabin, built in 1940 by the Izaak Walton organization. Located on Hwy. 99 next to the Fairgrounds. Our 6,600 squarefoot pool features a high and low diving boards, a separate wading pool for toddlers, a concession stand and plenty of deck and grass space for everyone to enjoy. Generally open between Memorial Day and Labor Day. The pool is staffed for open swim, adult/lap swim, aquatic exercise classes, water polo, water walking and learn to swim classes certified by the American Red Cross for both youth and adult learners. For more information, visit cityoflecenter.com/community/pool.

Churches

Municipal parks - Le Center has four parks.

Combined the parks offer baseball fields, softball fields, a sand volleyball court, soccer field, small walking trails, pavilions with picnic tables, horseshoe pits, playground equipment and public restrooms. In the winter find hockey and skating rinks and a warming house. For information, visit cityoflecenter.com/community/parks.

St. Mary’s/St. Henry’s Catholic Church - 165 N. Waterville Ave., 507-357-4838 St. Paul Lutheran Church - 232 W. Minnesota St., 507-357-2212 Seventh Day Adventist Church - 190 S. Park St., 507-357-6161 New Jerusalem Church - 87 North Cordova Ave., 507-210-0089

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le sueur Population: 4082 Incorporated: 1867 Le Sueur City Hall: 203 S. Second St., 507-665-6401, www.cityoflesueur.com Post Office: 202 N. Main St., 507-665-3194 Le Sueur Community Center: 821 E. Ferry St., 507-665-3325 Le Sueur Chamber of Commerce: 500 N. Main St., 507-665-2501, lesueurchamber.org Library: 118 Ferry St., 507-665-2662

What to do Giant Celebration - A three-day festival, July 31, August 1 & August 2, complete with food and drink booths, a family-friendly midway with rides, games, and events for all in American Legion Park.

Youth start the celebration early with a Movie in the Park on Wednesday evening and a teen dance on

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Thursday night. Friday night kicks off the weekend with a live band. Saturday features fun runs, softball tournaments, children’s activities, entertainment, fireworks, live bands, and more. Sunday’s parade features over 100 units. Bring your appetite for the corn feed and corn-eating contest that follows.

Downtown Le Sueur’s Christmas on Main - December 4th - Celebrate the Christmas season with us! Downtown businesses open their doors and sponsor events such as a petting zoo, professional photos with Santa, a Holiday Lights parade, and a spectacular tree lighting, ending with a beautiful fireworks display. Christmas boutique Friday, December 4th.

Le Sueur Community Center - a year-round multi-generational facility that provides recreation activities and gathering spaces for all ages. The facility contains a renovated fitness area with all

new training equipment, meeting rooms, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, ice arena, sport gymnasium, and racquetball courts. Visit: www. cityoflesueur.com/155/Recreation-Community-Center.

Aqua Valley Outdoor Pool - Open to the public daily during summer months.

Daily schedule available at: https://www. cityoflesueur.com/158/Aquatics.

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Parks - While you’re here, be sure to visit one of our eight beautiful parks; three with shelters that can be reserved for public and private events. For more details, including information on each park, visit www.cityoflesueur.com.

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American Legion Park - enjoy a picnic after a swim at the Aqua Valley Outdoor Pool. This park features a shelter, restrooms, kitchenette, , ample seating, picnic areas, and a playground.

Anderson Park - features a shelter, restrooms, concession stand, basketball court, baseball/ softball field, volleyball court, and playground.

Cedar Ridge Trails Park - centrally located featuring a playground, shelter, fireplace, grill, and ample green space.

Le Sueur Dog Park - a perfect place for exercising and socializing your dog in a safe and fun environment. This park features a dog wash station, separate small dog area, water fountain (with fillable bowl), picnic areas, and a walking trail. Please note: all dogs must be licensed by the City of Le Sueur to use the dog park.

Mayo Park - a quiet, peaceful getaway complete with a shelter, restrooms, kitchenette, volleyball court, picnic areas, and horseshoe pits.

Mothers Louise Park - beautiful surroundings in the heart of downtown Le Sueur next to the historic W.W. Mayo House. Picnic tables on-site.

Pierre Le Sueur Park - a pocket park welcoming residents and visitors to downtown Le Sueur.

Le Sueur Community Center The Le Sueur Community Center is a year-round, multi-generational facility that provides recreation activities and gathering spaces for all ages!

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le sueur Churches

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

River Park - 80 acres nestled on the banks of the Minnesota River along the southwest entrance to town, featuring camping facilities, boating access, nature trails, picnic areas, and restrooms.

Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church - 29 S. Sixth St., 507-665-3477 St. Anne’s Catholic Church - 217 N. Third St., 507-665-2047

W. W. Mayo House - Hand-built in 1859 by Dr. William Worrall Mayo, who with his sons founded the Mayo Clinic. 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. Tours are from May to September. Adjacent Mother Louise Park features the sculpture “The Mothers” by famed Minnesota sculptor Paul Granlund. Please add the line: More information at 507-665-3250, www.mayohouse.org

United Methodist Church - 730 S. Sixth St.; 507-665-2314 Word of Life Lutheran Brethren - 890 Kingsway Dr., 507-665-6393 Zion United Church of Christ 240 S. Elmwood Ave., 507-665-6441

Private and charter schools

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

St. Anne’s School - 511 N. Fourth St., 507-665-2489, stanneslesueur.org Le Sueur Nursery School - 812 S. Sixth St., 507-665-2028, lesueurnurseryschool.com

Le Sueur Country Club - This 18-hole, 165acre course is considered one of the most picturesque in the state. A restaurant, swimming pool and tennis court adjoin the club. Visit lesueurcountryclub.com.

Hospital and clinics Ridgeview Le Sueur Medical Center - 621 S. Fourth St., 507-665-3375 Mayo Clinic Health System - Le Sueur Clinic: 625 S. Fourth St., 507-665-6299

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montgomery Population: 3000 Incorporated: 1877 City Office: 201 Ash Ave. SW, 507-364-8888, cityofmontgomerymn.com Post Office: 156 Elm Ave. SE, 800-275-8777 Chamber of Commerce: 101A First St. N., 507-364-7281, montgomerymnchamber.com Library: 104 Oak Ave. SE, 507-364-7615

What to do Kolacky Day - Annual celebration held the last full weekend in July to celebrate Montgomery’s Czechoslovakian heritage and culture. It’s named for the small, roll-like pastry filled with a variety of fruits or poppy seeds. Enjoy colorful Czech dancers, Czech craft village, queen pageant, truck & tractor pull; classic car show; softball, volleyball and horseshoe tournaments; kiddie parade; kolacky eating and baking contests; wine tasting; Bun Run foot race; Tour de Bun bike classic; and plenty of polka music. Partake in the US National Championship of Prune Spitting. Grand Day Parade at noon Sunday. Visit www.kolackydays.com or Czech us out on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or YouTube.

Torchlight Parade and Fireworks - Lights and music fill the air as the parade, held the Thursday after Thanksgiving, winds its way through downtown.

The smell of kettle corn abounds at the end of the 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.

Masopust - Czech Mardi Gras celebrated the weekend before Ash Wednesday. Masopust king reigns over the celebration where we say goodbye to meat. Activities include polka music, costume ball, silent auction, a traditional Masopust skit, and king coronation. Czech food is served. Visit montgomerymn.org/masopust.

Ms. Czech Slovak Minnesota Pageant - The 2020 pageant, on April 18, will be the 32nd annual. Contestants of Czech, Slovak and/or Moravian descent compete for

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over $1,000 in cash and prizes and a chance to compete at the national pageant in Wilber NE in August. Visit missczechslovakmnpageant.org.

The 4rd annual Czech May Day “Prvni Maj” - celebration will be held on May 3. The festival welcomes spring with authentic Czech foods, desserts, pivo, horse-drawn wagon rides, and polka music. A traditional raising of the Maypole, a 50foot pine tree, is the highlight of the day. Join in the traditional ribbon dances where colorful ribbons are intertwined by dancers around the Maypole itself.

City Parks - Memorial Park is home to a renovated baseball stadium as well as volleyball courts, horseshoe pits and trailhead for the SnoWizards Snowmobile Club trail. Northside and Westside parks boast updated softball fields, picnic areas and playgrounds.

Veterans Memorial Park honors those who served our country and is a place for reflection. Newest park is Heritage Park, located on the corner of Vine and First Street, site of the May Day celebration.

Boulevard of Flags and Veterans memorials - Flags line Boulevard Avenue and First Avenue North. Boulevard Avenue from Hwy. 13 to First Street, is designated as Veterans Memorial Way. Tributes to hundreds of area veterans grace downtown storefronts and are displayed in Veterans Memorial Park.

Franke’s Kolacky Bakery Montgomery’s oldest family business celebrating 105 years on June 4. Home of delicious baked goods of all kinds and world-famous Czech kolacky Montgomery National Golf Club - Open to the public. Championship course layout was the first design by popular golf architect Joel Goldstrand.

Home of the world’s first guitar-shaped Olson guitar bunker, combining our passion for golf and music.

Check out our yellow submarine too. Greens fees for 9 and 18 holes. Visit montgomerynationalgolf.com.

Montgomery Brewery - Located in a 130-year-old historic building, small batch craft beers are served by the glass or the growler. Food service available. Visit montgomerybrewing.com.

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Montgomery Orchard - The apple orchard, one mile south of town, offers nature walks, hayrides, apple picking, entertainment, a ciderhaus and annual corn maze in the fall. Visit montgomeryorchard.com.

Next Chapter Winery - Boutique winery crafts barrel-aged wine, offers events from wine tastings to evenings filled with musical entertainment.

Visit nextchapterwinery.com.

What’s New The new North Ridge Recreation Area - A 56-acre park will have a restored native prairie with future plans for walking, biking, ski, and snowshoeing as well as a sledding hill.

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Churches Most Holy Redeemer Catholic Church 206 Vine Ave. W, 507-364-7981 St. John Lutheran Church 105 Spruce Ave. W, 507-364-5002

Private and charter schools Most Holy Redeemer Catholic School 205 Vine Ave. W., 507-364-7383, mosthrs.org

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Hospital and clinics Mayo Clinic Health System Montgomery - 501 Fourth St. NW, 507-364-5600 Montgomery Family Dental 110 First St. N., 507-364-8001 Geoffrey Iverson, DDS 223 First St. S., 507-364-7424 Montgomery Family Chiropractic 317 First St. S., 507-364-7500

320 1st St. S 507-364-7944 www.bisekinteriors.com

306 2nd St. NW www.montgomerybrewing.com

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new prague of local small town shopping! Check out our website for more information at www.runnewprague.com.

Population: 7725 Incorporated: 1877 City Office: 118 Central Ave. N., 952-758-4401 www.newprague.com Post Office: 124 Main St. E., 800-275-8777 Chamber of Commerce: 101 E. Main St., 952-758-4360 Community Center/Ice Arena: 100 12th St. NW, 952-758-7825 Library: 400 Main St. E., 952-496-8026 New Prague Aquatic and Fitness Center: 410 Central Ave. N., 952-758-1753

What to do Run New Prague Half Marathon, Half Marathon Relay, 10K, 5K, Kids Fun Run - is on Saturday, May 2, 2020. Join us in Memorial Park for a great day of running the country side and a fun day

Czech Out New Prague - on Thursday, Aug. 6 in 2020! Czech Out New Prague is an engaging business and community expo that appeals to everyone and includes kids activities, food, and more! Czech out what New Prague has to offer at this great community event.

Classic Car Cruise - is the kickoff to the annual fall Dozinky Festival taking place on Friday, Septmeber 18th in 2020! The event features approximately 400 vintage cars and trucks. Following the cruise, visit the Chamber beer garden and live music on Central Ave. Czech harvest festival - patterned after the “old country� original, is held Sept. 18-19, 2020.

Festivities take place on Main Street, which is closed to traffic. The event kicks off with a car cruise on Friday evening and continues with a parade and many activities on Saturday. The Parade of Farm Pride begins at noon. Booths, demonstrations and the Czech Village

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holidays from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Visit threeriversparks.org/parks/cedar-lake-farm.aspx.

New Prague Golf Course - An 18-hole, municipal golf course in Memorial Park has been a fixture for over 85 years. Visit newpraguegolf.com.

Churches Calvary Church 300 11th Ave. NW, 952-758-4862 Community Baptist Church 500 County Road 37, 952-758-3287 line Main Street. Ethnic bands, singers and dancers perform on two stages. Mouth-watering ethnic and harvest treats to tempt every palate. Visit newprague. com or Dozinky Festival and Car Cruise on Facebook.

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

New Prague’s Holiday Parade of Lights - Tree Lighting, and Fireworks will take place in Memorial Park on Friday, Dec. 4, 2020.

Soup and hot cocoa is available for purchase in the park to keep you warm while you enjoy Christmas music and a spectacular fireworks display.

HillSpring Church 200 E. 280th St., 952-758-4151

Historic downtown - Home to many historic buildings, three are on the National Register of Historic Places: St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church, First National Bank and the recently renovated Hotel Broz, all located on Main Street. The church, completed in 1907, is named for a former Duke of Bohemia and is based on a church in Prague, Czech Republic. The hotel, a Georgian-revival structure, opened in 1898. The bank is a renaissance revival and known for its terra cotta façade. Downtown is also home to a number of building murals that depict scenes from the city’s heritage.

A historic context study and downtown historical reconnaissance survey are at ci.new-prague.mn.us.

Farmers Market - Provides locally grown, in-season produce, baked goods, jams, jellies and honey. Open Wednesdays, 3-7 p.m. (starting mid-June) and Saturdays, 9 a.m. to noon from May to October in the East Town Plaza.

Parks and trails - Nine city parks include ball fields, disc golf, a skate park and even an archery range. New Prague has over 7 miles of walking trails and 24 miles of sidewalks. Scott County’s Cedar Lake Farm Regional Park, located on the south shore of Cedar Lake, is a picturesque site for picnicking, swimming, and shore fishing. Kayaks and canoes are available for rent Friday through Sunday and

Friedens Evangelical Lutheran 28982 181st Ave., 952-758-3245

Holy Trinity Lutheran Church 1300 Main St. E., 952-758-3513 NewDay Church 1201 First St. NE, 952-758-5683 Pillar of Grace 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

Private and charter schools St. Wenceslaus Catholic School 227 Main St. E., 952-758-3133, www.swsaints.org

Hospital and clinics Mayo Clinic Health System Montgomery 301 Second St. NE, 952-758-4431 Mayo Clinic Health System Clinic 212 10th Ave. NE, 952-758-4461 Mayo Clinic Health System Rehabilitation 504 Sixth Ave. NW, 952-257-8800 Parkview Medical Clinic 1400 First St. NE, 952-758-2535

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st. peter Population: 11906 Incorporated: 1873 (founded 1853) City Office: 227 S Front St., 507-934-4840 Post Office: 300 S Third St., 507-931-1950 Chamber of Commerce: 101 S Front St, 507-934-3400, stpeterchamber.com Library: 601 S Washington Ave., 507-934-7420 Community Center: 600 S Fifth St., 507-934-0667 Senior Center: 600 South Fifth, St. Suite 219, 507-934-7434

What to do Old-fashioned Fourth of July Parade, picnic in Minnesota Square, food, activities, music, classic cars and fireworks.

Visit www.stpeterchamber.com/4th-of-july.

Nicollet County Free Fair - The 2019 fair is scheduled for Aug. 7-11. Features often include a rodeo, demo derby, tractor pull, talent show, rides, 4-H exhibits and livestock. Visit nicolletcountyfair.com.

Oktoberfest - The St. Peter Ambassadors hosts the annual celebration near Minnesota Avenue and Grace Street in the heart of the downtown. The 2019 events are set for Sept. 27-28. See www.stpeterchamber.com or the St. Peter Ambassadors Facebook page.

Ambassadors’ Blues Fest - The Ambassadors also will host a one-day Blues Fest on Saturday, June 8.

Winterfest - The mid-winter festival includes medallion hunt and Nicollet County Sheriff’s Office’s Polar Plunge benefits Special Olympics. Visit stpeterchamber.com.

Arts Center of Saint Peter - Exhibitions, performances, classes and outreach.

Public galleries. Visit artscentersp.org.

Treaty Site History Center - Exhibits tell stories of the 1851 treaty and relationships between the Dakota and the white settlers, as well as agriculture and commerce. Visit nchsmn.org.

E. St. Julien Cox house - A fully restored Victorian treasure, the 1871 home is an example of Gothic Italianate architecture. Events yearround, tours by appointment. Visit nchsmn.org.

General Reading Books ~ Religious Gifts & Jewelry Unique Greeting Cards ~ Children’s Books & Games Seasonal Home Decor ~ Art & Office Supplies Weekday Store Hours

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September - May 8:30am - 5pm June - August 10:00am - 2:00pm

Visit out website for weekend hours! www.bookmark.gustavus.edu

Heritage Meadows - Independent Living (507) 931-8545

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800 West College Ave - Jackson Campus Center - 507-933-7587 Across From The Flag Circle - Free Visitor Parking Available

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Linnaeus Arboretum - At Gustavus Adolphus College, features acres of prairie, woodlands, ponds, gardens and trails. Visit gustavus.edu/arboretum.

Riverside Municipal Campground - Tent sites and 11 electric campsites at the city-owned campground. Visit saintpetermn.gov/camping.

Churches Church of St Peter Catholic - 1801 Broadway Ave, 507-931-1628 First Lutheran Church - 1114 W Traverse Road, 507-934-3060

Hospital and clinics River’s Edge Hospital - 1900 N Sunrise Dr., 507-931-2200 Mayo Clinic Health System St Peter 1900 N Sunrise Dr, Suite 200, 507-931- 2110 Mankato Clinic Daniels Health Center - 1900 N. Old Minnesota Ave., 507-934-2325

Assisted Living and Nursing Homes Benedictine Living Community - 1907 Klein St., 507-934-2203

Holy Communion Episcopal Church - 118 N Minnesota Ave., 507-934-2542 Jesus Assembly of God - 722 Sunrise Dr., 507-934-1468

Benedictine Senior Living 1906 N Sunrise Dr., 507-934-8817 Ecumen Prairie Hill 1305 Marshall St., 507-934-2200

River of Life Lutheran Church 830 Sunrise Dr., 507-519-1204

Ecumen Sand Prairie 700 Knight St., 507-931-4375

St. Peter Calvary Baptist Church 516 W. Jefferson St., 507-931-4567 St. Peter Lutheran Church - 427 W Mulberry St., 507-931-1866

Heritage Meadows 1302 W Traverse Rd, 507-931-8545 Pheasants Ridge 1807 Sunrise Dr., 507-931-0966

Trinity Lutheran Church - 511 S Fifth St., 507-934-4786

Realife Cooperative 500 W Jackson St., 507-934-2902

Union Presbyterian Church 730 S Third St., 507-934-4602

Sunview - 1727 N Fifth St., 507-364-5312

waterville Population: 1868 Incorporated: 1898 City Office: 200 Third St. S., 507-362-8300, cityofwaterville.com Post Office: 125 Third Street N., 507-362-4648 Chamber of Commerce: 507-461-9490 Library: 210 Paquin Street E., 507-362-8462

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Hot Summer Nights - May 28, June 25, July 23, Aug. 27 - Features a car and bike roll-in on Main Street.

Bring lawn chairs, dancing shoes and enjoy outdoor music. Food, drink specials and free popcorn.

Annual Firemen’s Fire Prevention Open House - Oct. 4.

What to do Bullhead Days - The annual summer celebration, from June 12-14, includes fireworks, bingo, carnival rides, great food, kids fishing content and several sporting events. Visit watervillemn.com.

Pontoberfest Parade - Parade on Lake Tetonka is held in early July benefits the Waterville Lakes Association and features music, auction and food. Visit minnesotawaters.org/watervillelakes.

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Holiday in Hooterville - Take part in the holiday festivities held the second Saturday in December. Stop to enjoy pictures with Santa, a children’s holiday party and much more. Visit watervillemn.com.

Sakatah Singing Hills State Park/ Trail - The 39-mile trail runs through the park/ campground just east of town. Sixty-two drive-in campsites, 14 electric sites, 5 bike in sites, 2 group campsites and 1 camper cabin. Visit dnr.state.mn.us Waterville Area Fisheries - Located just west of town, it offers presentations on fisheries management, aquatic environment and related topics. Visit www.dnr.state.mn.us.

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27528 P Patrick trick St, Madison Lake, MN 56063 Masses: Mon 8 am | Wed 8 am | Sat 6 pm | Sun 10:30 am

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200 Main St, Cleveland, MN 56017 Masses: tue 8 am | fri 8 am | Sat 4 pm | Sun 8:30 am

Mass Schedule Saturday - 4:30 p.m. (St. Mary) Sunday - 8:00 a.m. (St. Henry) | 10:00 a.m. (St. Mary) | 12:00 p.m. (St. Mary, Spanish)

St. Mary’s | 165 N. Waterville Ave. | Le Center, MN St. Henry | Highway 112 on 261st Ave. | Le Sueur, MN 507-357-4838 (phone/fax) | 507-357-6633 (phone) www.stmarysthenry.org

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Farmers Market - Open 3-6 p.m. Tuesdays and Fridays from July to September on Common Street near the high school football field.

Linnaeus Arboretum - At Gustavus Adolphus College, features acres of prairie, woodlands, ponds, gardens and trails. Visit gustavus.edu/arboretum.

Hospital and clinics Mayo Clinic Health System Waterville - 212 Lake St. E., 507-362-4221 Northern Lights Dental 204 S. Fourth St., 507-362-8474

City Beach - Open mid-June to mid-August. Located at 617 Reed St. N.

Churches First Baptist - 14534 State Hwy. 60, 507-362-4314 Holy Trinity Catholic 506 Common St., 507-362-4311

See us today for a full range of quality eye care services and eyewear. We offer professional eye care for the entire family, plus a huge selection of great frame styles and quality lenses.

St. Andrew’s Episcopal 210 Lake St. W., 507-362-8073 Trinity Lutheran - 415 Lake St. W., 507-362-4454 Waterville Evangelical United Methodist - 319 Main St. E., 507-362-4379

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Sunday - 10:00 am John Ireland School K-6 (507) 931-2810 Little Angels Preschool St. Peter Thrift Store 401 S. Minnesota Ave. ▪ St. Peter ▪ (507) 931-9150 www.churchofstpeter.org

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Sundays at 9am (special services around Christmas & Easter) Wednesdays (Sept.-May) Church School and adult activities, 6-7:30pm 507-665-6441 www.zionlesueur.com/zion@zionlesuer.com 240 S. Elmwood Ave., Le Sueur, MN Rev. Kent A. Meyer, Ph. D.

217 N. 3rd Street, Le Sueur, MN 56058 • Phone: 507-665-3811 St. Anne’s Catholic Church Mass Schedule • Saturday at 5:15 pm and Sunday at 8:00 am and 10:30 am • Tuesdays - School Mass at 10:30 am (Sept. - May), Summer and School Holidays Mass is at Church at 8:00 am • At Church Wednesday through Friday at 8:00 am St. Anne’s Catholic School Grades Pre-K through Grade 5 • Phone: 507-665-2489

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