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CONTENTS 6 At a Glance 8 Education 12 History 13 Agriculture 14 Health Care 15 Community Center & Library

16 Parks, Trails, & Outdoor Recreation

20 Stay Active 24 Map of St. Peter 26 Arts & Entertainment 28 Treaty Site History Center

30 Old Fashioned 4th of July 31 Nicollet County Fair 33 Worship 36 Community Events 40 Cleveland & Kasota 41 Directory Managing Editor: Philip Weyhe Multimedia Advertising Team: Kathleen Davies & Crystal Haney Regional Advertising Director: Tom Kelling A special project of the St. Peter Herald, 311 S Minnesota Ave, St. Peter, MN. StPeterHerald.com ©2025

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AT A GLANCE SSt. Peter is a community of 12,291 people (census.gov estimate), located in south central Minnesota in the fast growing Mankato/North Mankato Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city is 70 miles southwest of the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area, and 12 miles north of Mankato along Highway 169.

St. Peter, the Nicollet County seat, is home to the historic Nicollet County courthouse, Gustavus Adolphus College, the state’s Regional Treatment Center, Scholarship America and Minnesota School Boards Association. It is also recognized as a center for the arts as well as for its rich heritage, historic structures, natural resources, educational facilities, industries,

unique character and quality of life.

The city is situated on the eastern edge of Nicollet County, which boasts approximately 245,000 acres of some of the state’s richest farmland. Agriculture remains a key component of the regional economy.

There are five cities in the county: St. Peter, North Mankato, Nicollet, Courtland and Lafayette, as well as 13 townships.

Get to know St. Peter Located in the beautiful Minnesota River Valley, the community is generally bounded by the Minnesota River and is surrounded by scenic bluffs. The areas along the valley are

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St. Peter Regional Treatment Center Gustavus Adolphus College St. Peter Public Schools Creation Technologies Nicollet County Alumacraft Boat Co. River’s Edge Hospital Benedictine Living Community Family Fresh Foods Ecumen, St. Peter City of St. Peter

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covered by both woodlands and natural prairie, which provide an excellent habitat for a variety of wildlife.

St. Peter’s downtown, with an array of retail shops and historic buildings, is on the National Register of Historic Places. It includes the 1881 brick Romanesque Revival Nicollet County Courthouse with a three-and-a-half story bell tower that dominates the city skyline. The city has in excess of 40 historic sites on the National Register.

Eight miles to the west lies the Swan Lake Wildlife area, one of the finest natural wildlife preserves in the nation. St. Peter is adjacent to Le Sueur County, where several nearby lakes offer fishing, camping, boating and hunting as well as other year-round recreational activities. The Minnesota River Valley also contains abundant deposits of silica and Kasota Stone used in commercial facades nationwide, including at Target Field, home of the Minnesota Twins.

The city of St. Peter, founded in 1853 by Captain William D. Dodd and incorporated in 1873, is governed by a mayor and council.

Elections are nonpartisan. The city’s day-to-day operations are managed by an appointed administrator who oversees city staff. The city also has an Economic Development Authority, Planning and Zoning Commission, Housing and Redevelopment Authority and a Hospital

Commission.

A $34 million expansion was recently completed at River’s Edge Hospital. The organization aims to be a model community hospital for the future.

Find information on St. Peter online at saintpetermn.gov or on Facebook at City of Saint Peter, Minnesota. The city’s Police Department is also on Facebook at Saint Peter Police Department.

Business & Industry

Nicollet County’s unemployment rate (2.3% at the end of 2022) remains among the lowest in the state. The city of St. Peter benefits from a diverse labor pool, led by its two largest employers – the St. Peter Regional Treatment Center and Gustavus Adolphus College. Neither of those employers is required to pay property taxes, due to their status as state and education institutions respectively.

St. Peter’s city staff and its Economic Development Authority works to develop and expand new and existing businesses.

Financial assistance may be provided by the city through tax increment financing and a revolving loan fund, and programs offered by the Small Business Administration. Other public/ private incentives are available for qualified projects.

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EDUCATION Gustavus Adolphus College

Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (MIAC), affiliated with the NCAA Division III. The college Gustavus Adolphus College, founded in 1862 offers 23 varsity athletic programs for its students. and formally located in St. Peter in 1876, plays Also, some 80 percent of students participate a key educational and employment role in the in the 30 intramural athletic offerings and nine St. Peter and Minnesota River Valley region. The club sports. college, on the western bluffs of St. Peter, has Gustavus’ athletic facilities host many rebounded and rebuilt in spectacular fashion student and regional events throughout the since the 1998 tornado which hit the St. Peter year. The Lund Center for Physical Education community. and Health has been named one of the finest The four-year liberal arts college, under the small college sports complexes in the U.S. The leadership of President Rebecca Bergman and facility involves nearly 85 percent of the student the Board of Trustees, has been growing and body with its varsity, intramural and personal building. Capital improvements continue to fitness programs. The Swanson Tennis Center, a broaden the college’s campus footprint and domed indoor tennis facility, offers memberships opportunities. for juniors, adults and families.

Gustavus is affiliated with the Evangelical The beautiful 340-acre campus also Lutheran Church of America and has an includes the 135-acre Linnaeus Arboretum. enrollment of over 2,000. The college employs Students also participate in many fine arts over 700 people. and music programs. The Hillstrom Museum Students can earn bachelors of arts degrees of Art and the Schaefer Fine Arts Center, in 72 majors in 24 academic departments and which includes the Kresge Dace Studio and three interdisciplinary programs. The college Jussi Bjorling Recital Hall, are popular among offers a wide variety of student opportunities to students and the public. And the Bonnier complement its educational offerings. There are Multifaith Center provides spiritual opportunities more than 110 recognized student groups and for all. organizations, including about a dozen studentStudy abroad opportunities in more than run religious organizations. The college campus 40 international sites are available for Gustavus boasts over 20 academic and service facilities, students, and 50% of students have studied as well as more than a dozen residence halls abroad. Students have access to the award and apartment or townhouse complexes. Up to winning student dining options from the C. 90 percent of Gustavus’ students typically reside Charles Jackson Campus Center. Also, Gustavus on campus. students are active in pursuing internships, with The Gusties are members of the Minnesota

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over 60% doing so, most in specialized service learning environments.

A Gustavus landmark, Christ Chapel, plays host to cultural events throughout the year – many of which are open to the public – including the popular Christmas in Christ Chapel, which rings in the holiday season each December.

Among the many annual conferences and seminars hosted by Gustavus is the fall Nobel Conference, an annual event that began in 1965. The conference typically attracts some 5,000 people each year, including students and educators from high schools and colleges throughout the nation.

The topic of the 61st annual conference (2025) is Sugar: Bringing Sweetness to Light.

Find Gustavus online at gustavus.edu.

St. Peter Public Schools

St. Peter Public Schools moved into its $55 million state-of-the-art high school on the city’s west side in fall 2017. Improvements also were made throughout the district’s facilities and has helped transform the district’s curriculum and learning opportunities.

The capital improvements and reconfigurations of buildings and curriculum

reinforce the district’s “Learning Matters” message. And District 508 encourages its faculty and employees to be lifelong learners.

The district encompasses St. Peter, Kasota and portions of southwestern Le Sueur County, along with sections of eastern Nicollet County. It has several sites: St. Peter High School for grades 9-12 at 2121 Broadway Ave.; the St. Peter Middle School for grades 5-8 at 100 Lincoln Dr.; North Elementary School for grades 2-4 at 815 N. Ninth St.; and South Elementary for kindergarten and first grade at 1405 S. Seventh St. Pre-K students attend activities in the Early Childhood Center at 100 Lincoln Dr. at the Middle School building.

As part of the Minnesota Valley Education District, services are offered for special needs students and their families.

Part of the district’s expansion plans included establishing a workforce development center at the high school to support and enhance academy-based learning for students in the areas of agricultural science, manufacturing and engineering.

Another highlight of the new high school project is the collaboration between the city of St. Peter and St. Peter Public Schools on the development of a new school-city park, Community Spirit Park, addressing future

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Minnesota School Boards Association

St. Peter is also home to the Minnesota School Boards Association, a leading advocate for public education and training, supporting the work of public school boards throughout the state. The organization represents 332 public school boards in Minnesota.

More information can be found at mnmsba.org or by calling 507-934-2450. The MSBA building is located at 1900 W. Jefferson St. recreational and facilities needs for the entire community.

St. Peter Community Education has something for everyone, offering a variety of educational, physical and life-enrichment programs year-round. Find more at stpetercommunityeducationonline.com or call 507-934-3048.

The district offers Early Childhood Family Education classes for families with preschoolers.

Call 507-934-3048 or visit stpeter.registryinsight. com.

John Ireland Catholic School

A fully accredited Catholic school for students in kindergarten through sixth grade, the school admits students of all faiths and is devoted to Gospel values. It is owned and operated by the Church of St. Peter.

Also located in the John Ireland building at 1801 W. Broadway Ave. is the independently owned and operated Little Saints Pre-School.

Visit churchofstpeter.org/ji for more or call 507-931-2810.

St. Peter Lutheran School

The fully accredited school was established in 1995 and is for pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Religion classes are held every morning. The Little Lambs Preschool was established in 1979.

The school’s goal is to nurture children in their faith and Christian living through the Word of Christ while equipping them for living useful lives in today’s world.

More at saintpeterlutheran.org or call 507-931-1866. The school is located at 427 W. Mulberry St.

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The Area Adult Learning Cooperative

Adult Basic Education (ABE) is offered at no cost to residents of the St. Peter area.

ABE offerings are designed for adults to brush up on reading, academic, vocational or computer skills. Other programs offered include GED (General Educational Development) preparation and ELL (English Language Learners) and citizenship preparation.

To attend such classes, individuals must be 16 years or older and not enrolled in any school.

Call 507-934-6210 for more information. The cooperative learning facility is located at 600 S. Fifth St.

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HISTORY St. Peter’s rich history grew from a settlement originally called Rock Bend in the early 1850s.

The community is one of the oldest cities in Minnesota, and it serves as the county seat of Nicollet County.

The Dakota Indians were the first to live in the area, settling along the Minnesota River and utilizing a natural ford, which came to be known as Traverse des Sioux. In 1851, an historic treaty was signed on this site by the Dakota Indians and the United States government, ceding 24 million acres of land to the federal government. The Nicollet County Historical Society offers troves of information on this event.

St. Peter is said to be founded by Captain William D. Dodd in 1853. The current name was provided by members of the St. Peter Co., based in St. Paul. Willis Gorman, the second territorial governor of Minnesota, was a member.

A plan to make St. Peter the state capital in 1857 very nearly succeeded. But state lore claims an original bill to make St. Peter the capitol disappeared until after the legislative session, halting efforts to replace St. Paul.

As the community grew over the years, it absorbed the community of Traverse des Sioux to the north.

When the Civil War began in 1861, St. Peter provided soldiers for many military units. One of the community’s founders, Capt. Asgrim K. Skaro, was killed during the Battle of Nashville in December 1864 while leading his company.

Others participated in the Dakota War that began in 1862.

St. Peter provided four other men who served in military units at various times and also served as Minnesota governor. Henry A. Swift was in a local militia and Horace Austin served in a Minnesota unit in the Dakota War. Andrew R. McGill served in the Civil War. John A. Johnson served in the Minnesota

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National Guard.

The first state hospital in Minnesota began in St. Peter in 1866, initially using a large building downtown until the first building on the current site was completed. Today, the facility is known as the St. Peter Regional Treatment Center and employs about 1,400 people.

Gustavus Adolphus College came to the community in the 1870s. Its Swedish roots helped it work with the Nobel Foundation to establish an annual Nobel Conference that brings outstanding scientists and thousands of visitors to the campus.

With very few exceptions, St. Peter has been the home of the Nicollet County Fair since the mid-1800s. The site also hosts car shows, dog shows, rodeos and other events.

St. Peter has rebuilt after several disasters.

The community experienced a large fire in 1887 that destroyed a considerable portion of its business district. A tornado in 1924 destroyed or damaged several buildings. The Minnesota River has also flooded frequently, with especially severe floods in 1881, 1951 and 1965.

And in 2023, the community observed and celebrated its rebuilding with the 25th anniversary of the 1998 tornado, which tore through the heart of St. Peter, as well as the community of Comfrey and Le Center. One life was lost. Hundreds of structures were affected; many could not be repaired. Thousands of trees were also uprooted and destroyed.

St. Peter has recovered and is in better shape than ever. Today, the community is proud of how it reshaped itself, hitting the reset button in some ways and taking full advantage of the challenge and opportunity that was presented. The city’s rebuild has served as a model for others, and city officials have often been called on to assist with response to other disasters.

AGRICULTURE

St. Peter’s economic roots run deep in diverse ways, but few businesses are as closely tied to its history as the agricultural community.

Nicollet County’s rich farmland places itself among Minnesota’s top crop- and livestockproducing regions.

Nicollet County agricultural land totals over 275,000 acres, with 660 farms, according to the most recent (2022) Minnesota Census of Agriculture. While St. Peter and North Mankato, on the county’s east side, dominate population, the central and western regions of Nicollet County -- near and around the communities of Nicollet, Lafayette, Courtland and Norseland -- are rich in farmland.

The most recent statistics show the county ranks in the top quarter statewide in total agricultural production, including top 10 in highest bushel per acre corn production in the state, according to a 2023 USDA report.

According to the Minnesota Census of

Agriculture, the market value of products sold in a year in Nicollet County from agricultural operations is just short of $600 million, with net income after expenses at about $171 million.

These numbers represent increases from the previous 2017 census.

A large portion of Nicollet County’s agricultural business is in the livestock sector, frequently ranking among the top pork producers in the industry. The county ranks sixth in the state in market value for the sales of hogs and pigs, 10th in milk from cows, and 12th in poultry and eggs, according to the census.

Nicollet County agriculture is part of the state’s significant presence in the United States markets, with over $21 billion total, according to the department. Minnesota is the fourth largest agricultural exporting state in the U.S., topping $7 billion, accounting for one-third of the state’s total export market.

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HEALTH CARE

River’s Edge Hospital and Clinic continues to serve the local community and recently put the finishing touches on a $33.8 million renovation and expansion.

Former CEO George Rohrich called 2017 “maybe the hospital’s best year ever” in recapping the finances. Rohrich retired at the end of 2019.

The newest CEO, Paula Meskan, was promoted from within in early 2021. She began her tenure at the top in March 2021. She worked with her other administrators to push the hospital through the tough years of the COVID-19 pandemic, with the future looking even brighter now on the other side.

The addition and renovation to River’s Edge added eight patient rooms and two operating rooms and moved the entrance from Dodd Road to an eastern facing one on North Sunrise Drive. Officials hope the hospital will be able to accommodate more surgeries, more specialties and have rooms for emergency room admittances and swing beds. The hospital is currently licensed for up to 25 beds.

The hospital had posted a strong cash positive year in 2015 and has ever since. That’s due, in part, to an ongoing partnership with Mankato’s Orthopedic and Fracture Clinic. The hospital is the site for hip, knee and shoulder replacements. Spine surgeries have also started there.

The city-owned facility is a Level IV Trauma Center, providing emergency room physicians, nurses, paramedics and technicians 24 hours a day, and has also expanded its Urgent Care services. River’s Edge Hospital also provides emergency ambulance services to the greater St. Peter area. Funding is provided in part by the River’s Edge Hospital Foundation.

For more information, see riversedgehealth.org.

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The River’s Edge campus, on St. Peter’s northwest side, also includes the Mayo Clinic Health System in St. Peter, which offers services on the west wing of the facility. More at mayoclinichealthsystem.org.

Mankato Clinic’s Daniels Health Center, at 1901 North Old Minnesota Ave., is named in honor of one of St. Peter’s first physicians, Asa Wilder Daniels. More information at mankatoclinic.com.

The River Valley Birth Center of St. Peter, at 526 W. Park Row, opened in May 2014, but began offering midwife services in 2009. More information at rivervalleybirthcenter.com.

Long-term care

St. Peter is also home to several longterm care facilities, ranging from senior living apartments to memory care accommodations.

There’s Heritage Meadows Senior Living; the Benedictine Living Community of St. Peter; Ecumen St. Peter’s two sister communities – Prairie Hill and Sand Prairie; Pheasant’s Ridge assisted living and memory care; and Good Samaritan Home Care services.

Among other St. Peter health care facilities is the state operated Regional Treatment Center, established in 1866 and located on over 400 acres of land on the city’s south edge.

Health and Human Services

County-based health care services are provided by Nicollet County Social Services, now located in the new Health and Human Services building. The Health and Human Services team led the local response during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, 2021 and into 2022. For more, visit co.nicollet.mn.us or call 507-934-8559.

COMMUNITY CENTER & LIBRARY The St. Peter Community Center is a gathering place for all ages, located in the heart of town. The 90,000-square-foot facility at 600 S. Fifth St. is operated by the city of St. Peter.

On the facility’s northwest edge is the St. Peter Public Library. The library has programs year-round for readers of all ages and houses over 18,000 items. The library’s St. Peter Reads program has become a popular community mainstay.

The Community Center’s 12,000-square-foot gymnasium, which can be split into two courts, is used for a variety of sports and events – including open basketball and adult volleyball leagues -- as is the walking track above. Open gym is available from October to April.

The gym also serves as a regular polling place for the city and also hosts several community-wide ceremonies, including veterans programs. The Recreation & Leisure Services department, which has offices in the center, handles requests for gym use and can be reached at 507-934-0667.

The center also currently houses the Senior Center, offices for St. Peter Public Schools Community & Family Education, Good Samaritan Home Care, Minnesota Valley Action Council’s county office, Head Start and two daycare centers, as well as several more public and private rooms.

Public meetings are also held in the Governors’ Room where they can be televised through the local cable access channel. The City Council and other city committees and the St. Peter School Board hold meetings here.

The council also holds monthly workshop sessions in the meeting room adjacent to the library.

Adjacent to the center is Gorman Park, home to a community-built TREE-mendous Playground. Find the Community Center online at saintpetermn.gov/community-center.

St. Peter Community & Family Education

Operated by the St. Peter Public School District, the department offers lifelong learning opportunities for all ages. Find more at stpeter. registryinsight.com or by calling 507-934-3048.

Senior Center

Open weekdays, the center hosts events and programs for those 55 and older — everything from monthly dances to exercise classes and organized card games. Nutrition and transportation programs are also among its offerings. More at saintpetermn.gov/seniorcenter or 507-934-7434.

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PARKS, TRAILS & OUTDOOR RECREATION St. Peter has over 20 parks and nature areas that offer a variety of amenities.

The crown jewel of the 11-acre Minnesota Square Park on Highway 169 features an updated pavilion, opened in 2019. At $1.6 million, the multi-purpose facility is larger and higher quality than the previous one.

Minnesota Square Park is also the center for the city’s most beloved and biggest annual celebrations – the Old Fashioned Fourth of July and the popular Rock Bend Folk Festival.

The St. Peter Veterans Memorial is located at the northeast corner of Minnesota Square Park.

Newest among St. Peter parks is the joint project adjacent to the new St. Peter High School, Community Spirit Park. The school district and city joined forces to develop the 62-acre park, with 13 multi-purpose fields for soccer and other activities, as well as two baseball fields, two softball fields, and plenty of green space just north of the school building.

There are also plans afoot for a possible sculpture park at Levee Park, at 101 S. Front St., adjacent to the St. Peter Chamber of Commerce building. The redevelopment of the small, 1.3-acre park along the Minnesota River is expected to include a riverwalk and an art garden with statues and sculptures. The Arts Center of Saint Peter is spearheading the project.

Another new project, started by residents

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in summer 2019, was to build a new dog park in town. The River Valley Dog Park Association raised over $30,000 in funds, and the city contributed the rest to get phase one done in 2020. The new park is located on land at the intersection of North Swift Street and St. Julien Street.

In 2023, community members took the site of the old library building and turned the empty lot into St. Peter Plaza, a small outdoor event space suitable for markets, live music and more.

Nicollet County operates the 628-acre Seven-Mile Creek County Park, just south of the city, off 169. It offers 8 miles of trails, as well as trout stream fishing, playgrounds, two volleyball courts, a ball diamond, picnic shelters, picnic tables, grills, restrooms and a boat landing to the Minnesota River.

For more information on St. Peter’s parks, shelter rental and alcohol permits, visit saintpetermn.gov/parks.

St. Peter area parks include:

• Community Spirit Park – The newest joint city-school park covers 62 acres on the north side of the new St. Peter High School on the city’s west side. It includes a sports field complex under a share use agreement.

• Gault Park -- 20 acres, three soccer fields, a softball field, picnic shelter and tables,

playground, restrooms and concession stand • Gorman Park – A 4.8-acre neighborhood park with historic theme, large wooden community built play structure, gazebo, picnic tables, grills, softball field and restrooms. It’s just north of the St. Peter Community Center & Library.

• Hallett’s Pond Nature Area -- 19 acres.

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planned, along with an upgraded trail.

• Jefferson Park -- 13 acres, featuring four softball diamonds (two lighted), batting cage, concession, drinking fountains, picnic shelter, playground and restrooms • Jefferson Park West – 9.3 acres, located west of Jefferson Park, established for a walking or running trail • Johnson Park – 0.1 acres, located at 601 West Broadway Avenue, with picnic tables and rest area

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• Levee Park -- 1.3 acres, Tourist Information Center, historic and newly painted camelback bridge across Minnesota River, picnic tables, grills, drinking fountains, horseshoe courts and playground. Home of the Chamber of Commerce and “The Pearly Gates.” A sculpture and art garden plan is expected to begin to take shape in 2019.

• McGill Park and Nature Area -- 9 acres, native woods, playground and walking trails • Mill Pond/Riverside Park -- 12 acres, on the bank of the Minnesota River, featuring a popular fishing pond-artesian well, riverside fishing, boat launch, camping, picnic shelter and tables, playground, grills, basketball and volleyball courts, restrooms and showers •Prairie Ridge Park – 5 acres, 2023 Essler Drive • Ramsey Park – 3.1 acres, N. Washington Ave., with softball field, dugouts, drinking fountains • Riverside Nature Area -- 215 acres, floodplain forest theme, 15 primitive camp sites, cross country ski trails - 1.2 miles, riverside fishing, canoe launch • Riverside Park Extension -- 80 acres, 1.5 miles of trails, river fishing, disc golf course on Hwy 22 in Riverside Park Nature Area

• St. Peter Dog Park (old) – Hwy. 99 and Rabbit Road, separate fenced areas are available for large dogs and small dogs to run off leash, benches • St. Peter Dog Park (new) - Located on land at the intersection of N. Swift Street and St. Julien Street.

• St. Peter Plaza - 107 W. Nassau St., located just off the downtown, this spruced up old parking lot will be used for arts and entertainment events • Stones Park -- 2.3 acres, located along South Washington Avenue, with softball field, playground, walking trails and benches • Traverse Des Sioux Park -- 380 acres, 7 miles of snowmobile trails and 5 miles of trail for mountain biking, snowshoeing, running and hiking, canoe launch and river access • Veterans Memorial Park – 14 acres, includes the city’s premier baseball field and complex, as well as restrooms, picnic shelter, 2 playgrounds, 4 tennis courts, 2 hockey rinks, 4 half-court basketball courts, a multi-use/ soccer area; it includes the city’s outdoor swimming pool on the park’s eastern edge, • Warren Park – 2.9 acres, 1500 Lloyd Lane, a neighborhood park, with playground equipment and picnic tables.

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STAY ACTIVE St. Peter Community & Family Education, the city’s Recreation & Leisure Services Department, the St. Peter Senior Center, the St. Peter Food Co-op, the Arts Center of Saint Peter, and other local organizations offer a variety of activities for all ages throughout the year.

Offices for Community Education and the city’s Recreation and Leisure Service Department are at the St. Peter Community Center, 600 S. Fifth St. Learn more about recreation at saintpetermn.gov/recreation or call 507-934-0667. For more about Community Ed or classes at the co-op, go to stpeter. registryinsight.com or call 507-934-3048.

The Arts Center of Saint Peter, downtown on Minnesota Avenue, offers arts and craft classes for youth and adults and special events throughout the year. It features a gallery, shop, live music, a clay studio and classes. It added upstairs studios for weaving, sewing and more. The Arts Center also regularly sets up shop during St. Peter’s many festivals and community events. Visit artscentersp.org.

But boundless activities pepper the

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community for all ages, with a growing trails and sidewalk system for walkers, expanding parks system for summer recreational activities.

The city’s new Community Spirit Park and Gault Park host hundreds of youth soccer games and practices, as do other facilities. Jefferson Park’s softball fields are busy spring through fall.

Veterans Memorial Park hosts baseball games of several age groups, and it’s the site of the St. Peter outdoor swimming pool, plus

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tennis and pickleball courts, basketball hoops, ice rinks and a soccer area. It’s 14 acres and is a hot spot of activity during the summer.

Sidewalk upgrades provide better safety for walkers, visitors and fans to games. The new press box above the first base dugout at Veterans Memorial Park’s baseball field continues the upgrades to that complex.

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camping programs. Learn more at extension. umn.edu/county/Nicollet or 507-934-7828.

Youth recreation/athletics

The St. Peter area has several independent organizations that allow youth to develop Nicollet County 4-H, offered through character, and physical and team-building University of Minnesota Extension, is part skills. Find more at saintpetermn.gov/ of the nation’s largest youth development recreation or at: organization. Nicollet County has several clubs • Big Partner/Little Partner: gustavus.edu that provide training, scholarship opportunities, • Boy Scouts: remaes@twinvalleybsa.org projects and other activities from agriculture • Bulldog Youth Hockey: bulldoghockey.org to the arts. Each summer, dozens of area youth • Creative Play Place: showcase projects at the Nicollet County Fair creativeplayplace.wordpress.com and Minnesota State Fair.

• Girl Scouts: girlscoutsrv.org Volunteers help lead after-school programs, • Girls Fastpitch Association: community service, civic engagement and stpeterfastpitch.com

Nicollet County 4-H

• Independent Living 55 + • Assisted Living • Nursing Care / Memory care • Inpatient / Outpatient Therapy • On Site Access to Hospital and Clinics For information or to schedule a tour call: (507) 931-8545 or www.blcstpeter.org

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• St. Peter Basketball Association: saintpeteryouthbasketball.org • St. Peter Soccer Association: saintpetersoccer.cornerkicksystems.com • St. Peter Tennis Association: hcarlson2@gac.edu • St. Peter Volleyball Association: Saint Peter Volleyball Association on Facebook

• St. Peter Wrestling Association: Saint Peter Youth Wrestling on Facebook • St. Peter Youth Baseball Association: saintpetermn.gov/recreation

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Gustavus Adolphus College offers natural light and a 65 foot air-supported fabric ceiling. The six courts are surfaced in two-color green with DecoTurf II, the same surface used at the U.S. Open.

Individuals or groups may purchase court time for the same time and day each week for a session (six to 10 weeks) or an entire year.

Call 507-933-6185 or visit gustavus.edu/athletics/facilities/STC.

Shoreland Country Club

On the shores of Lake Emily, Shoreland Country Club’s 18-hole golf course offers a challenging round for experienced golfers and novices alike. Shoreland has a practice facility, a pro shop and a clubhouse with a

new restaurant in 2020 -- Lakeside at Shoreland -- offering both casual and fine dining options.

The course and restaurant are open to the public year-round, though hours vary by season. An outdoor pool is available in season for members. Visit shorelandcc.com or call 507-931-4400, Ext. 1 for more information.

For seniors

The St. Peter Senior Center, located at the Community Center on Fifth Street, offers a wealth of activities for older adults in the area, including a monthly dance, exercise classes and Medicare/insurance counseling. Learn more at saintpetermn.gov/senior-center or call 507-934-7434.

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT St. Peter has a rich history as an arts and heritage town, proud of its backstory and culture. And it’s growing in regional recognition and activities.

Every year, St. Peter celebrates Winterfest in late January and early February, featuring a classic rock concert, a wrestling show, and a polar plunge. Then comes St. Patrick’s Day, with a whole lot of green in a community parade, plus music, food, drinks and more fun around town. The Old Fashioned Fourth celebration is the community’s longest running, having started in 1972, and it brings in thousands annually. Oktoberfest is another annual event in St. Peter that is held in the downtown each year, celebrating all things German, especially beer.

At its hub of the city’s A&E happenings is Minnesota Square Park, which hosts some of the most popular music and arts events in southern Minnesota, including the Ambassadors Blues Fest in June, The Minnesota Original Music Festival in July, and Rock Bend Folk Festival in September. A new festival planned for 2025 is John Denver Fest; the late singer’s first wife, Annie Martell, is from St. Peter. At the center of Minnesota Square Park is an aesthetically pleasing and usable pavilion, newly opened in 2019, and the huge space has room for multiple stages, thousands of guests, vendors, play areas and more.

Up the hill in St. Peter is Gustavus Adolphus College’s Hillstrom Museum of Art and its Theater & Dance and Music departments, which offer a wealth of events and performances by students and guest artists that are open to the public. A black box theater on campus offers an alternative option to the standard theater space. Find a calendar of events or purchase tickets online at gustavus.edu/finearts.

Another new addition to the community arts and performance spaces is the 750-seat

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auditorium in the new St. Peter High School. The SPHS theater department opened the venue with the rousing, sell-out performances of the musical “Footloose” in November 2017 and also hosted the 20th anniversary observance of the 1998 St. Peter tornado. It continues to be a popular destination for theater and music, both from high school and outside performers.

The arts flourish throughout the St. Peter School District and private schools in St. Peter with choir, band and drama performances throughout the year.

Another entertainment option in the St. Peter community is the 2nd Story Comedy venue, which opened in 2023 in the downtown at 303 S. Minnesota Ave. The Capitol Room at 419 S. Minnesota Ave. is a popular wedding venue, but it also hosts public events, like The Holiday Classic in December and Galentine’s Day in February.

The renovated former armory building dates back to 1913 and is conveniently located in the heart of the downtown, just a walk from the city’s bars, restaurants and breweries.

The St. Peter Plaza, which opened in 2023, offers a number of smaller-scale events, like markets and live music. Its purpose is to serve as a community gathering place.

There’s also a long list of events — from films to music — at Nicollet County Historical Society’s Treaty Site History Center. Find the schedule at nchsmn.org/events.

Like to dance? St. Peter Just for Kix offers classes for students from preschool through high school. Call 507-276-8989.

And we can’t fail to mention the long history of the Govenaires Drum and Bugle Corps.

The Govenaires is a highly competitive performing arts organization which calls St. Peter home and has entertained crowds across the country since 1927.

exhibitions approximately every month, spotlighting regional artists, writers and musicians, to solo and group shows by artists of national New to town is Paddlefish Brewing at 108 renown. The lower gallery also serves as an S. Minnesota Ave. in the downtown, the city’s intimate performance venue with seating for first brewery since Engesser Brewing Company up to 100. closed in the 1940s. Less than a year later, TreA new upstairs space has opened up fiber mendous Brewing opened as well, taking over the old fire station building at 227 W. Mulberry St. arts opportunities at the nonprofit, including weaving, knitting and crotcheting.

Popular sit-down restaurants in town Classes have been offered through partinclude 3rd Street Tavern, China Town, El Agave, Great Wall, Jake’s Pizza, Lakeside at Shoreland, nerships with St. Peter Community & Family Education, and also individually by Arts Center Minnesota Wing King, Nicollet Cafe, Niesen’s staff, taught by area artists committed to helpRiverside, and Patrick’s on Third. In addition to a number of fast food and stop in food option, ing students and adults experience and enjoy the creative process. Classes, including those the St. Peter Food Co-op offers sandwiches, a at its heralded Clay Center, range from introburrito bar and more popular lunch options. ductory sessions for children, teens and adults Bars include the American Legion, Blaschko’s to drawing, printmaking and weaving.

Embassy, Flame Bar, and Red Men Club.

The Arts Center has also teamed up with the Minnesota Regional Treatment Center Arts Center of Saint Peter and Department of Human Services to host The Arts Center of Saint Peter, which offers performances and shows by patients at the St. performances, exhibits and classes, continues to shine within the community. The center’s staff Peter facility. Another new development spearand volunteers are frequent participants at the headed by Arts Center staff and the city of St. many St. Peter festivals and community events. Peter’s Parks Department is plans to develop Its Souper Bowl fundraiser in late winter is grow- an arts garden and sculpture park at Levee Park, highlighting the works of and inspired by ing in popularity, with some 400 handcrafted former St. Peter resident Paul Granlund. pottery bowls available for purchase.

Visit the center at artscentersp.org or call Throughout the year, the center spearheads fun community-wide events, such as the 507-931-3630. popular Jesus Christ Superstar revival and singalong. Tell Me A Story is an ongoing storytelling Hillstrom Museum of Art Located in the lower level of the college’s and musical program that gives residents a C. Charles Jackson Campus Center, the chance to open up and get to know others in museum is named for 1938 Gustavus graduan intimate environment. ate, the Rev. Richard L. Hillstrom, who donated Founded in 1979, the center was estabmany of the works in its collection. lished to share and cultivate the fine arts The museum is free and open daily to the through year-round exhibitions, performances, public while classes are in session. Visit gustaeducation and outreach. vus.edu/finearts/hillstrom or call 507-933-7200.

The center features two galleries with new

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TREATY SITE HISTORY CENTER More than 10,000 annually visit the Treaty Site History Center, located on Highway 169 on St. Peter’s northern edge. It features three exhibit rooms, displaying Nicollet County’s rich and intriguing history.

Exhibits also interpret the 1851 Treaty of Traverse des Sioux between the Dakota people and white settlers. The museum shop features

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a variety of memorabilia, including local and related history books for adults and children.

Extensive archives provide information about the historical heritage of the area. The archives contain manuscripts, family histories, photographs, church and cemetery records, obituaries and microfilmed newspapers from Nicollet County. Maps and several publications

are available to researchers and genealogists.

Admission is free for Nicollet County Historical Society and Minnesota Historical Society members. Call 507-934-2160 or visit nchsmn.org.

Historic Cox House

The historic 1871 E. St. Julien Cox House, at 500 N. Washington Ave., is an excellent example of Gothic Italianate architecture. The fully restored

home is decorated with late Victorian-era furnishings.

The home of St. Peter’s first mayor and later state senator, it was the center of social activity for the prospering riverside town. Today, the home provides a colorful backdrop to programs, social events, weddings, perennial plant sales, garden parties and scheduled large group tours. For more information, call 507-934-2160 or visit nchsmn.org.

Explore other local historic sites Historic Borneman House 125 N. Minnesota Ave.

John A. Johnson House 418 N. Third St.

Montgomery House 408 S. Washington Ave.

Carnegie Library (now Fréy Salon & Spa) 429 South Minnesota Ave.

Konsbruck Hotel 412 S. Third St.

Old Main Gustavus Adolphus College, 800 W. College Ave.

Donahower House (now Bed & Breakfast) 720 S. Minnesota Ave. Episcopal Church of the Holy Communion 118 N. Minnesota Ave. First National Bank (Godfather’s Pizza) 225 S. Minnesota Ave. Henry Swift House 820 S. Minnesota Ave.

Miller Meat Market (St. Peter Herald) 311 South Minnesota Ave. Nicollet County Government Center 501 S. Minnesota Ave. Nicollet County Bank (Erbert & Gerbert’s) 224 S. Minnesota Ave. Nicollet Hotel 120 S. Minnesota Ave.

Schumacher House 202 N. Third St. Union Presbyterian Church 311 W. Locust St. St. Peter Historic Commercial District Downtown St. Peter St. Peter Regional Treatment Center Museum Freeman Drive

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OLD-FASHIONED

4TH OF JULY St. Peter’s Old Fashioned Fourth of July celebrated has been operating since 1972.

The Fourth of July takes place on a Friday in 2025, the perfect start to a long weekend.

Residents roll out the red, white and blue carpet during the Old Fashioned event, held annually at Minnesota Square Park following the grand parade. The event typically brings in over 10,000 revelers.

The festivities, sponsored by the St. Peter Area Chamber of Commerce, begin with the 10 a.m. parade that starts at Washington and Broadway avenues before winding its way south to Elm Street and Minnesota Square Park.

Thousands, young and old, dressed in their patriotic finest, welcome the parade — complete with area marching bands, local organizations and the Shriners and their mini cars — one of the largest in the state.

But that’s not nearly all. An afternoon picnic in the city’s beloved park includes food vendors, a hot dog eating contest, a beer tent, kids activities, music, classic cars and fun for the whole family.

There’s even a Freedom Fun Run, which features a 5K and 8K race with chip

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timing. For the youngsters, there’s a 1-Mile Kids Run and a Toddler Trot.

But what would the Fourth of July be without a grand finale? When the sun goes down, the sky above the Nicollet County Fairgrounds lights up with fireworks, a fitting end to a perfect day.

Get involved

For more information, to volunteer or enter the parade, contact the St. Peter Area Chamber of Commerce at 507-934-3400 or visit stpeterchamber.com.

NICOLLET COUNTY FAIR The tradition of the county fair is alive and well in Nicollet County, creating memories here since 1872.

The fair takes place in August at the Nicollet County Fairgrounds at West Union Street in St. Peter.

The demolition derby, tractor pull and talent shows return each year, as do plenty of other fun activities.

Of course, there will be plenty of animals, carnival rides, exhibits and that irresistible fair food. Admission is free, though there is a small

fee to park on the fairgrounds While the March 1998 tornado that ripped through St. Peter devastated the fairgrounds, today’s fairgoers will notice the restored barns and other buildings ready to welcome visitors.

Senior citizens are special guests of the fair on Friday, when two outstanding Nicollet County seniors are recognized annually at a special program. Children’s Day at the fair is Saturday, with special entertainment and reduced price tickets for carnival rides.

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Learn more at nicolletcountyfair.com or Nicollet County Fair on Facebook.

WORSHIP

St. Peter

Calvary Baptist Church 516 W. Jefferson St. 507-931-4567 saintpetercalvarybaptistchurch. org Christ Chapel Gustavus Adolphus College 507-933-8000 Church of the Holy Communion 118 N. Minnesota Ave. 507-934-2542 holycommunionstpeter.org

River of Life Lutheran Church 830 Sunrise Dr. 507-519-1204 riveroflifelutheran.com Scandian Grove Lutheran Church 42869 County Rd. 52 507-246-5195 scandiangrovelutheranchurch. org

Good Samaritan (United Methodist) PO Box 495 (Meets in First Lutheran Church Youth Room at 1114 Traverse Road) 507-341-1760 Living Truth Fellowship 1400 N. Washington Ave. 507-931-4325 Norseland Lutheran Church 37777 State Hwy 22 507-246-5312

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

Our Savior’s Lutheran Church St. Peter Islamic Center 305 Sixth St. DaruSalaama 507-931-1564 622 Sunrise Dr., Suite 300, St. Peter oursaviorsclevelandmn.com 507-340-6300

Church of Saint Peter (Catholic) St. Peter Lutheran Church 1801 Broadway Ave. 427 W. Mulberry St. 507-931-1628 507-931-1866 churchofstpeter.org/chsp saintpeterlutheran.org First Lutheran Church 1114 W. Traverse Road 507-934-3060 flcstp.org

Church of Christ 900 Hwy. 99 507-931-5924 507-931-4044 clevelandchurch.net

Sunrise Church 722 Sunrise Dr. 507-934-1468 sunrisechurchmn.com

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Trinity Evangelical Lutheran (Wisconsin Synod) 604 Main St. 507-232-3938

Trinity Lutheran Church 511 S. Fifth St. 507-934-4786 trinitystpeter.org Union Presbyterian Church 730 S. 3rd St. 507-934-4602 spupc.org/wordpress1

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COMMUNITY EVENTS Editor’s Note: All events are subject to change.

John Denver Fest

JUNE The St. Peter Ambassadors is celebrating the early years of the musician famous for hits like “Take Me Home, Country Roads,” “Rocky Mountain High” and “Calypso” with the all new John Denver Fest. The event, to be held for the first time in 2025 at Minnesota Square Park just before Blues Fest, will serve as a tribute to St. Peter’s influence on the

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chart-topping folk musician featuring musical performances related to John Denver and speakers from St. Peter natives who knew him and his first wife, St. Peter native Annie Martell.

Ambassadors Blues Fest

JUNE They say no form of music communicates more genuine emotion than the blues.

Ambassadors’ Blues Fest, organized by the St. Peter Ambassadors, brings the blues to Minnesota Square Park. The free event includes several bands in the park and others in local clubs. Find more at stpeterambassadors.com.

Minnesota Original Music Fest

JULY All Minnesota music and artists, and it’s all in St. Peter. Workshops, classes and jam sessions are held all around for a week, leading into the weekend, where musicians from across the state converge on Minnesota Square Park for an awesome weekend of music. See more at mnomf.org.

Night to Unite & Summer Celebration

AUGUST The community comes together for this Summer Celebration and annual Night to Unite with the city’s emergency services and law enforcement. The evening includes food, games and information about local agencies and crime prevention, in collaboration with the St. Peter Recreation Department’s End of Summer Celebration. Check out the St. Peter Summer Celebration and Night to Unite Facebook page for information on this year’s events.

Drum Corps Expo/Govenaires events AUGUST St. Peter’s own Govenaires Drum and Bugle

Corps highlights the show, typically held in August at Floyd B. Johnson Field in St. Peter. It traditionally includes corps from across the Midwest. The group frequently makes trips around the world, along with its traditional concert at St. Peter’s Old-Fashioned Fourth of July celebration and the usual slate of regional parades and competitions. Learn more at govenaires.org or Govenaires Drum and Bugle Corps on Facebook.

Rock Bend Folk Festival

SEPTEMBER It’s been called a two-day celebration of southern Minnesota’s arts and artists — that’s how Rock Bend Folk Festival is best described. But the popularity of the festival now brings in acts from throughout the United States. It’s billed as “What a music festival

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is supposed to be.” Nearly two dozen acts, performing bluegrass, folk and jazz can be heard throughout the annual festival that showcases the talents of area artists and musicians in St. Peter’s Minnesota Square Park.

Highlighting the event, now in its 28th year, is a Saturday evening concert.

A main stage is where the long list of musicians perform. A second stage features stories, more songs, demonstrations and other family-centered programs. The event is free, largely funded through grants, donations and free will offerings from an appreciative fan base and big crowds. It attracts thousands of visitors to the park for music, arts, and plenty of food and drink. Dozens of arts and craft exhibitors and a variety of food vendors are expected each year. Come one or both days. Bring the kids and the folks. Toss down a blanket or pull up a lawn chair, and prepare to be entertained. Find more at rockbend. org or at Rock Bend Folk Festival. You can also contact the St. Peter Tourism and Visitors Bureau at 507-934-3400.

St. Peter Art Stroll

SEPTEMBER Art, art, art, everywhere. The art stroll features local artists set up at locations all across St. Peter, displaying their work and

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sometimes even giving demonstrations.

From painting to pottery and everything in between. See more at art-stroll.org.

Oktoberfest

SEPTEMBER Who doesn’t love a polka and a chance to celebrate the old country? Pull on your dirndl, or lederhosen, and head on down to the fest grounds in downtown St. Peter.

The St. Peter Ambassadors host this uniquely German celebration with music, food and a parade. More at stpeterchamber.com.

Girls Night Out

OCTOBER It’s fast becoming one of the more popular downtown retail experiences of the year, with hundreds of pink-clad shoppers and visitors to St. Peter’s historic downtown district, with several dozen businesses participating every year throughout the city. Check out the Chamber of Commerce website for updated information, stpeterchamber.com.

Halloween Fun Run & Walk

OCTOBER Billed as southern Minnesota’s largest and fastest parade of costumes, the event

encourages participants 3 to 103 to dress in costume while sprinting through the city’s street. The run, which is chip timed, is hosted by the city’s Chamber of Commerce and offers prizes for the best costumes.

For updated information, check out the chamber’s website at stpeterchamber.com.

November Nostalgia

NOVEMBER On the first Saturday, the St. Peter Area Chamber of Commerce kicks off the holiday season. The event features horse and trolley in the downtown, and businesses offer specials downtown. A great way to end the fall and begin winter.

Holiday season in St. Peter

DECEMBER Is there anything better than a day filled with holiday fun? St. Peter area residents don’t have to choose, as there’s the annual Girl Scouts Santa Shop, Little Saints Breakfast with Santa and the Great Candy Cane Hunt.

The hunt features thousands of the striped candies, while the shop allows little ones to select gifts for family members for a donation to the St. Peter Area Food Shelf.

Winterfest

JANUARY/FEBRUARY Winterfest is a time to shake off the cold and celebrate the season! Events are as eclectic as the groups that sponsor them, from the search for a hidden medallion to the sale of one-of-a-kind pottery filled with homemade soup to the Nicollet County

Sheriff’s Office’s Polar Plunge, where dozens of costumed teams hop in the frigid Hallet’s Pond to benefit Special Olympics. Learn more at stpeterchamber.com/winterfest.

St. Paddy’s Day

MARCH The homage to the emerald isle begins with a crowning of the St. Patrick’s Day queen.

The fun continues with a parade, sponsored by the St. Peter Ambassadors, starting on Third and Broadway and heading to Mulberry Street. Local pubs and eateries offer food and drink specials afterward. More at stpeterambassadors.com.

Souper Bowl

MARCH Coincides with St. Patrick’s celebrations.

Buy one (or many) artisan bowls hand-thrown by local potters, starting at $20. Specialty pottery also available for purchase (prices vary). Bowl purchase includes a serving of soup. Everything is first-come, first serve. All proceeds support the Arts Center of Saint Peter.

Women Celebrating Women

March Since 2005, the annual event, which includes a dinner and entertainment, recognizes the contributions of notable area women who have achieved distinction in their field of interest or profession, and have proven to be a leader and an inspiration to other women. Visit wcwsaintpeter.blogspot.com for more information.

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CLEVELAND & KASOTA Cleveland

Cherry Creek Days JUNE Named after the creek that runs through town, the annual celebration takes place mid-June and 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. For more information, visit Cherry Creek Days on Facebook.

Classic Car & Motorcycle Roll-ins 5 p.m. roll-ins held every other Friday from May through September.

Kasota Prairie Scientific & Natural Area Situated on a rock terrace 70 feet above the Minnesota River Valley, is the 42-acre scientific natural area. 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.us Kasota Prairie Ninety acres of native prairie and another 30 acres of restored prairie. The area has been preserved as a public scientific, educational and recreational resource. Also includes 120 acres of woods, marsh, grassland and a large beaver pond between the bluffs and Minnesota River. Maintained parking area and trails approximately 1 mile south of Kasota on Township Road 140. Visit skp.org.

Chankaska Creek Ranch & Winery The popular vineyard and winery has been voted Minnesota’s finest, and now sports a new gathering hall and upgraded grounds and outdoor option. The winery offers wine tastings and events throughout the year, many with live entertainment. Tasting room features wood-fired pizzas and antipasto. Visit chankaskawines.com.

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Firemen’s Dance SEPTEMBER Annual event celebrates the Kasota Fire Department’s anniversary. Music, food and refreshments are available through the evening. Visit the Kasota Fire Department on Facebook.

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Drive a Tank Located at 550 W. Cherry St. in Kasota, it’s the only place in the world where in one place to drive a tank and shoot a fully automatic historic machine gun not owned by a government entity. Visit driveatank.com, its Facebook page or call 507-931-7385.

ST. PETER DIRECTORY

DINING/DRINKING 3rd Street Tavern 408 S. Third St., St. Peter 507-934-3314 3rdstreettavern.com

CITY/COMMUNITY SERVICES

St. Peter Library 601 S. Washington Ave., St. Peter 507-934-7420

Arby’s 1221 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-931-2422

St. Peter City Hall 227 S. Front St., St. Peter 507-934-0663 saintpetermn.gov

St. Peter Police Department 207 S. Front St., St. Peter 507-931-1550

Blaschko’s Embassy Bar & Grill 325 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-931-3903 facebook.com/ blaschkosembassy

Nicollet County Government Center 501 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-934-6800 co.nicollet.mn.us

St. Peter Post Office 300 S. Third St., St. Peter 507-931-1950

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Nicollet County Health & Human Services 622 S. Front St., St.Peter 507-934-8559

Blue Moon Bar & Grill 300 S. Webster St., Kasota 507-519-1166 facebook.com/ BlueMoonKasota

Autotronics 111 Jefferson Ave., St. Peter 507-934-9290 autotronicsofstpeter.com

Caribou Coffee 612 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-931-5541

Nicollet County Sheriff’s Office 501 W Myrtle St., St. Peter 507-931-7870

CJ Towing and Repair 227 N. Front St., St. Peter 507-931-3410 cjtowingandrepair.com

Chankaska Creek Ranch & Winery 1179 E. Pearl St., Kasota 597-931-0089 chankaskawines.com

Carquest 151 St. Julien St. 507-931-1580 carquest.com/stores/mn/ saint-peter/

China Town 302 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-934-5566 chinatownsaintpeter.com

Nicollet County Veterans Services 622 S. Front St., Saint Peter 507-934-7871 American Legion Post 37 229 W. Nassau St., St. Peter 507-934-6435 • post37.com Nicollet County Historical Society/Treaty Site History Center 1851 N. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-934-2160 • nchsmn.org St. Peter Area Food Shelf 203B S. Third St., St. Peter 507-934-9641 St. Peter Chamber of Commerce 101 S. Front St., St. Peter 507-934-3400 stpeterchamber.com St. Peter Community Center 600 S. Fifth St., St. Peter 507-934-0067 St. Peter Herald 311 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-931-4520 St. Peter Fire Station 227 W. Mulberry St., St. Peter 507-934-1120 St. Peter Funeral Home Klein Chapel 906 N. Washington Ave., St. Peter 507-931-2750 saintpeterfuneralhome.com

Lager’s of St. Peter 910 Old Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-931-4070 lagerschryslerdodgejeep.com Mike’s Countryside Body Shop 312 Sait Julian St., St. Peter 507-931-2730 NAPA Auto Parts 311 S. Front St., St. Peter 507-931-1086 napaonline.com/en/MN/SaintPeter/store/28044 O’Reilly Auto Parts 801 N. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-550-1467 locations.oreillyauto.com/mn/ saintpeter/autoparts-5601 Shorty’s Tire One 114 W. Pine St., St. Peter 507-931-8080 shortystireone.com Skrove Automotive 171 W. St. Julien St., St. Peter 507-934-0055 skroveautomotive.com

Dairy Queen 850 N. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-931-4580 Diamond Dust Bakery 320 Sunrise Dr., St. Peter 507-934-9898 diamonddustbakery.com Domino’s Pizza 103 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-934-9112 Dunkin’ Donuts 1123 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter El Agave 814 N. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-934-2362 elagaverestaurantemexicano. com El Mazatlan - OPENING IN 2025 505 Old Minnesota Ave. 507-594-0420 elmazatlanfood.com

Jake’s Pizza 119 W. Broadway St., St. Peter 507-934-4944 jakesstadiumpizza.com/saintpeter Jocko’s Bar & Grill 325 Broadway St., Cleveland 507-931-6637 • jockosgrill.com La Mexicana Market 215 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-931-7935 Lakeside at Shoreland 43779 Golf Course Rd., St. Peter 507-933-4400 McDonald’s 120 W. Julien St., St. Peter 507-931-3011 Minnesota Wing King 43539 French Hill Rd., St. Peter 507-519-1083 minnesotawingking.com Neisen’s Riverside Sports Bar 34166 MN-99, St Peter 507-931-7966 Nicollet Café 402 S. Third St., St. Peter 507-934-0056 Paddlefish Brewing 108 S Minnesota Ave, St Peter 507-934-0061 paddlefishbrewing.com Papa Murphy’s Pizza 1226 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-934-5555 Patrick’s on Third 125 S. Third St., St. Peter 507-931-9051 patrickson3rdstpeter.com Red Men Club 412 S. Third St., St. Peter 507-934-9966 facebook.com/ stpeterredmenclub River Rock Coffee 301 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-931-1540 rrcoffee.com Sota Scoops - OPENING IN 2025 317 S. Minnesota Ave. Facebook: Sota Scoops

Erbert & Gerbert’s 224 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-934-2020

Subway 1306 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-931-1000

Flame Bar 225 W. Nassau St., St. Peter 507-931-9277 facebook.com/ theflamebarandgrill

The Lucky Lure 410 Broadway St., Cleveland 507-519-1575 Tremendous Brewing Company 227 W. Mulberry St., St. Peter tremendousbrewing.com

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Westwood Marina 1400 Lake Washington Access Rd., Kasota 507-243-9998 www.westwoodmarina.com/

Ecumen Prairie Hill (Assisted Living) 1305 Marshall St., St. Peter 507-934-2200 ecumenprairiehill.org

HEALTH/WELLNESS/ CHILDCARE

Ecumen Sand Prairie (Assisted Living) 700 Knight St., St. Peter 507-931-4375 ecumensandprairie.org

Anytime Fitness 1903 N. Third St., St. Peter 507-934-4604 Back in Balance 220 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-519-1408 backinbalancestpeter.com Benedictine Living Community (Assisted Living) 1907 Klein St., St. Peter 507-934-2203 blcstpeter.com

Foot & Ankle Clinic of St. Peter 316 S. Third St., St. Peter 507-934-3102 footandankle-stpeter.com Go! Therapy 830 Sunrise Dr., St. Peter 507-934-3573 gotherapymn.com Good Samaritan Home Care 600 S. 5th St., Suite 211 866-931-0949

Creative Play Place 600 S. Fifth St., St. Peter 507-519-6002 saintpetermn.gov/480/CreativePlay-Place

Greater Minnesota Trauma Center 108 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-720-1401 gmntc.org

Cornerstone Wellness Center 220 Broadway Ave., St. Peter 507-934-4850 cornerstonewellnessminnesota. com

Hey Diddle Diddle Daycare 830 Sunrise Dr., St. Peter 507-720-5315

Counseling Services of Southern MN 1306 Marshall St., St. Peter 507-931-8040 counseling-services.org

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Hulsebus Chiropractic 206 W. Walnut St., St. Peter 507-934-2400 hulsebuschiro.com Kids’ Corner Child Care 600 S. Fifth St., St. Peter 507-934-1002

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Kind Veterinary Clinic 109 W. Grace St., St. Peter 507-931-4700 kindvetclinic.com

Riverside Dental Care 217 W. Nassau St., St. Peter 507-931-5646 riversidedentalcarestpeter.com

Little Lambs Preschool 427 W. Mulberry St., St. Peter 507-931-1866

River’s Edge Hospital & Clinic 1900 N. Sunrise Dr., St. Peter 507-931-2200 riversedgehealth.org

Little Saints Preschool 1801 W. Broadway St., St. Peter 507-931-2810 Ext. 140 Live Well Fitness 1900 N. Sunrise Dr., St. Peter 507-934-8476 Mankato Clinic @ Daniel’s Health Center 1901 N. Old Minnesota Ave., St. Peter • 507-931-2110 mankatoclinic.com Mary Snyder, D.D.S. 202 Walnut St., St. Peter 507-934-2231 Mayo Clinic Health System 1900 N. Sunrise Dr., St. Peter 507-931-2110 Pheasants Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care 1807 Sunrise Dr., St. Peter 507-931-0966 pheasantsridge.com The Pulse Fitness Studio 101 W. Broadway St., St. Peter 507-934-8476 thepulsefitness.com Rising Sun Chiropractic, PLC 1520 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-934-3333 risingsunchiro.com

River Valley Birth Center 526 W. Park Row St., St. Peter 507-934-1565 rivervalleybirthcenter.com St. Peter Community Free Clinic 201 South Third Street stpeterfreeclinic.org St. Peter Eyecare Center 320 Sunrise Dr., St. Peter 507-931-6436 stpetereyecare.com St. Peter Regional Treatment Center 100 Freeman Dr., St. Peter 507-985-2000 Sam & Abe’s Child Care 622 Sunrise Dr., St. Peter 507-345-1451 samandabeschildcare.com Sioux Trails Mental Health 1301 Marshall St., St. Peter 507-934-2652 siouxtrails.org Southern Minnesota Orthodontists 121 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-931-9143 smnortho.com

St. Peter Community Child Care Center 600 S. Fifth St., St. Peter 507-934-3606 sp3c.org St. Peter Family Dental Center 402 Sunrise Dr., St. Peter 507-931-1230 stpeterfamilydentalcenter.com St. Peter Regional Treatment Center 100 Freeman Dr., St. Peter 507-985-2000 St. Peter Yoga Studio 112 Grace St., St. Peter 507-420-6102 stpeteryoga.com Swine Vet Center 1608 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-934-3970 swinevetcenter.com Valley View Dental, Inc. 1302 Marshall St., St. Peter 507-934-3332 jennymillerdds.com

HOUSING/ LODGING/REAL ESTATE AmericInn Motel & Suites 700 N. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-931-6554

Konsbruck Hotel 408 S. Third St., St. Peter 507-831-1089 konsbruckhotel.com

Arrow Ace Apartments 301 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-381-1052

Lloyd Management 135 West Lind St., Mankato 507-625-5573 lloydmanagementinc.com

Atwood Realty/Century 21 101 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-388-9375/507-934-2909

Maplewood Apartments 1320 N. Fifth St., St. Peter 507-934-4745

Benedictine Court (Senior Housing) 1906 N. Sunrise Dr., St. Peter 507-934-8817 blcstpeter.com

Nicollet House 201-215 Park Row, St. Peter 507-381-1052

Best Western Plus 1351 Old Minnesota Ave. 800-780-7234 Central Square Apartments 301 S. Washington St., St. Peter 507-327-3030 Ell-Mar Apartments 1451 N. Washington St., St. Peter 507-327-3030 Fairview Apartments 706 Ronell St., St. Peter 507-934-2214 Heritage Meadows Senior Apartments 1302 W. Traverse Rd., St. Peter 507-931-8545

Nicollet Meadows Town Homes 1302-1342 W. Menk Dr., St. Peter 507-720-8626 Park Row Crossing 621 W. Park Row, St. Peter 507-327-3030 Pell Insurance & Real Estate 221 W. Nassau St., St. Peter 507-931-1703 pell-realestate.com Pheasants Ridge (Assisted Living) 1807 Sunrise Dr., St. Peter 507-931-0966 pheasantsridge.com

ReaLife Cooperative of St. Peter 500 W. Jackson St., St. Peter 507-934-2902

True Real Estate 403 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-720-8744

Re/Max Dynamic Agents 424 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-931-5313

Union Street Place 221 W. Union St., St. Peter 507-931-3100

Park Row Crossing 621 W. Park Row, St. Peter 507-327-3030

Viking Jr. Motel 216 W. Martin St., St. Peter 507-931-3081 vikingjrmotel.com

Pell Insurance & Real Estate 221 W. Nassau St., St. Peter 507-931-1703 pell-realestate.com Pheasants Ridge (Assisted Living) 1807 Sunrise Dr., St. Peter 507-931-0966 pheasantsridge.com ReaLife Cooperative of St. Peter 500 W. Jackson St., St. Peter 507-934-2902 Re/Max Dynamic Agents 424 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-931-5313

MANUFACTURING Alumacraft Boat Co. 315 W. St. Julien St., St. Peter 507-931-1050 Creation Technologies 2004 N. Sunrise Dr., St. Peter 507-934-1406 Hendrickson Organ Co 1403 N 5th St, St Peter, MN 56082 507-931-4271 Jarraff Industries 1730 Gault St., St. Peter 507-934-8688

Rök Lofts 410 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-625-4715

Rolco Inc. 336 E Industrial St, Kasota 507-931-4525

The Bungalows 1573 Aspen Dr., St. Peter 507-779-8242

Veterinary Pharmaceutical Solutions 2008 Sunrise Dr., St. Peter 507-931-8707

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

David Detlefsen Agency 105 S. Third St., St. Peter 507-931-7348

Lakeland Industrial Chemicals 220 S Mill St, Kasota 507-931-9780

St. Peter Well Drilling & Repair 45823 MN-22, Kasota 507-931-1340

Amber Server Realty 108 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 612-655-1569

Edward Jones 308 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-931-9110

MacKenzie Agency 116 S. Third St., St. Peter 507-931-4482

Renhelt Excavating, LLC 305 W Quarry Spring, Kasota

Anthony & Anthony (attorneys) 400 S. Front St., St. Peter 507-934-5711

Edward Jones 1042 Old Minnesota Ave., #100, St. Peter • 507-931-7348

Marie Dranttel, CPA 117 S. Third St., St. Peter 507-934-2670

Altelier Sewing Studio 204 S Minnesota Ave, St Peter 507-351-4460

First National Bank 226 Nassau St., St. Peter 507-931-4000

Newton Properties of St. Peter 1407 Rockbend Parkway, St. Peter • 507-934-2107

Atwood Property Management 101 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-388-9375

GP Engineering St. Peter • 507-246-6778

Nielsen Blacktopping 305 E. Industrial Rd., Kasota 507-931-6115

Bollum, Wussow & Associates (financial) 422 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-934-5510 Brandt Law Office 219 W. Nassau St., St. Peter 507-931-6940 Bright Pixel Design 802 Lower Johnson Circle, St. Peter • 507-720-1398 CCF Bank 1123 S. Minnesota Ave. 507-931-6100 Comfort Systems, Inc. 309 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-934-4750 Community Insurance 102 S. Third St., St. Peter 507-934-2823 Computer Plus Solutions 209 W Nassau St., St. Peter 507-931-5776 stpetercomputers.com

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Harmon Agency 320 S. Third St., St. Peter 507-931-6111 Hesse Insurance Agency 209 W. Mulberry St., Suite 100 St. Peter • 507-934-4922 Hometown Bank 326 Broadway St, Cleveland 507-934-3174 Hometown Bank 102 S. Third St., St. Peter 507-934-2823 Innovative Basement Authority 760 East Pearl St., Kasota 320-591-3111 It’s About Time 305 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-934-3535 Johnson & Hoeh Ltd. 223 W. Nassau St., St. Peter 507-934-2670

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Thrivent Financial 300 and 326 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter • 507-934-5303 U Direct Transportation 48465 Thunderbird Hill, Kasota 507-388-7559 Volk Building, Inc. 38186 Fort Rd., St. Peter 507-934-4389

Pioneer Bank 220 S. Third St., St. Peter 507-931-3310

Walteich Corportation (Trucking) 353 E Industrial St., Kasota 507-931-2000

Quality Products 336 E Industrial St, Kasota 507-386-6499

West & Mager Insurance 424 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-934-6050

Rehnelt Excavating, LLC 305 W Quarry Spring, Kasota 507-931-6699

Zender Insurance Agency 319 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-931-2890

Ryan Electric 120 Nassau St., St. Peter 507-931-2720

RETAIL/GROCERY

Ryan Plumbing & Heating 120 Nassau St., St. Peter 507-931-2720 SouthPoint Financial Credit Union 105 S. Third St., Suite 100, St. Peter 877-794-6712 St. Peter Insulated Glass 1700 N. Gault St. 507-934-7777

2 Green Owls 303 Broadway Street, Cleveland facebook.com/2greenowls Berger Interiors 1701 Old Minnesota, St. Peter 507-519-1153 bergerinteriors.com Blue Moon Comedy and Magic 303 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter mjcallahan.com

BP convenience store 800 Hwy. 99, Cleveland 507-934-1003 Chic & the Dirty Bird 202 S Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-519-0446 Church of St. Peter Thrift Shop 401 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-931-9150 Cleveland Municipal Liquor Store 322 Broadway St., Cleveland 507-931-3885 Contents 304 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-934-8616 contentshome.com

Freedom Valu Center 624 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-931-6841 freedomvalu.com/

MGM Liquor Warehouse 100 N. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-934-8964 mgmwineandspirits.com

Swedish Kontur Imports, Inc. 310 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-931-1198 swedishkontur.com

Generations Boutique 326 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-934-7407 generationsboutiquemn.com

Nutter Clothing Co. 320 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-931-4340

The Market Wine & Spirits 612 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-931-5541

Olita Gifts & Goods 400 S 3rd St., St. Peter olitagiftsandgoods.com

SPECIALTY SERVICES

Poshinate Kiddos 305 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-271-4562 • poshinate.com

Ag Partners 37491 County Road 15, St. Peter 507-931-2112

Riverside Thrift Shop of Saint Peter 323 S. Front St., St Peter 507-317-7864

Arts Center of Saint Peter 315 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-931-3630 • artscentersp.org

Healing Harvest 1123 S. Minnesota Ave. healingharvesthomestead.com Her Happy Place 323 Front St., St. Peter 507-229-1475 Hy-Vee 1002 Old Minnesota Ave. St. Peter • 507-995-0260

Cooks & Company 316 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-934-1172 cooksandcompany.com

Inspire Bridal Boutique 204 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-514-2224 inspirebridalboutique.com

Dollar General 1109 Old Minnesota Ave., St. Peter • 507-9313-2015

Julee’s Jewelry 120 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-934-3344 • juleesjewelry.com

Don’s Appliance & TV 969 Old Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-931-3832 donsapplianceandtv.com

Knit & Sew World 119 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-934-3741 knitsewworld.com

Ed Allen Designs 1716 N. Third St., St. Peter 612-850-4873

Kwik Trip 1305 S. Minnesota Ave St. Peter • 507-934-3030

Family Dollar 220 Grace St., St. Peter 507-931-5834

Kwik Trip 1815 Old Minnesota Ave. St. Peter • 507-550-7048

Family Fresh Market 612 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-931-5541

Lindsay Prunty (Marketing) St. Peter • 507-519-0165

Smokers Choice 1226 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-934-4807 St. Peter Food Co-Op & Deli 228 W. Mulberry St., St. Peter 507-934-4880 stpeterfood.coop St. Peter Lumber & Do-It-Best Rental 200 S. Front St., St. Peter 507-931-3200 stpeterlumber.com St. Peter Woolen Mill 101 W. Broadway Ave., St. Peter 507-934-3734 Speedway 122 St. Julien St., St. Peter 507-931-6841

BC Nails 1903 N. 3rd St., St. Peter 507-317-2308 Blue Valley Clay 217 Park Row, St. Peter 507-514-3745 facebook.com/bluevalleyclay Culligan St. Peter 203 S Front St, St Peter, MN 56082 507-931-2393 culliganwaterminnesota.com eholz graphix 1807 W. Welco Dr., St. Peter 507-934-2632 Fantastic Sams Hair Salon 1226 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-931-4496 Fréy Salon & Spa 429 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-934-7399

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GreenHouse Percussive Dance 507-519-0454 Nicollet Plaza, St. Peter instagram.com/ greenhousepercussivedance Kwik-N-Klean 602 First Street, Cleveland 507-381-9982 • kwik-n-klean.com Mediacom 1601 Old Minnesota, St. Peter 866-609-6180 Minnesota River Valley Transit 227 S. Front St., St. Peter Office: 5-7-934-0668 Reservations & Dial-A-Ride: 888-880-4696 Nate’s Barbershop 222 ½ S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-931-1904 natesbarbershop.net Nelson Imports 34452 446th St., St. Peter 507-931-0078 Nelson Printing Co. 838 N. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-931-1207 nelsonprintingco.com Nutter Clothing Co (Dry Cleaning) 320 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-931-4340 Partners for Affordable Housing 221 Union St., St. Peter 507-931-3100 Reflections Salon 208 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-934-2821 reflectionssalon-beautysalon. business.site Säga Beauty Collective 410 S. Minnesota Ave. Sagabeautycollective.com

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Sew Boutique 1108 S. Fourth St., St. Peter 507-934-7397 sewboutique.biz/index.html Sign Department 1478 Hwy. 99, Cleveland 507-317-7902 Simply Green Lawn Service St. Peter • 507-317-4733 Spring Touch Lawn & Pest Control 430 Ritt St., St. Peter 507-388-9100 St. Peter Cab Company 507-479-0253 St. Peter Laundry Co. 209 W. Mulberry St., St. Peter 507-933-0770 saintpeterlaundry.com Saints Bus Service P.O. Box 476, St. Peter 507-934-4690 Save Your Achy Bones Cleaning Service 651-955-5869 saveyourachybonescleaning. com Shady Ridge Cabinetry 101 W. Pine St., St. Peter 507-327-3494 Smolder 122 W. Nassau St., St. Peter 507-381-1330 Stained Glass Studio 215 N. Minnesota, St. Peter 507-931-3818 stainedglassstudiostpeter.com Stones Throw Gallery 420 N. Minnesota, St. Peter stonesthrowgallery.org Sweet Alice Floral & Art 214 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-508-1095

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Sweete Shoppe Express Mobile ice cream truck 507-420-1876 The Capitol Room (Wedding & Event Center) 419 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-380-0220 capitolroom.com The Gathering 1042 Old Minnesota Ave., Suite 400, St. Peter bookthegathering.com The Haven at Hallett’s 1042 Old Minnesota Ave., Suite 200, St. Peter 507-519-1136 visitthehaven.com The Smallest Cog 115 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-931-0815 Traverse Des Sioux Garden Center 1702 N. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-931-6683 tdsgardencenter.com Verizon Select Communications 1226 S. Minnesota Ave., St. Peter 507-931-7378

Wilson Brothers Lawn Care & Snow Removal PO Box 233, Kasota 507-469-8406

UTILITIES Centerpoint Energy 2400 N. Riverfront Dr., Mankato 507-387-1111 Hansen Sanitation (Dumpster Rental) 326 E. Pearl St., Kasota 507-625-8891 hansensanitation.com LJP Enterprises (Refuse and Recycling) 2160 Ringhofer Dr., Mankato 507-625-1968 Southern Minnesota Municipal Power Agency 500 First Ave. SW, Rochester 507-990-5846 St. Peter Public Utilities 227 S. Front St., St. Peter 507-934-0664

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50 Rooms • Entirely Non-Smoking 3 Fireplace Suites • 4 Whirlpool Suites • Indoor Pool & Whirlpool Refrigerators and microwaves in Every Room FREE High Speed Internet FREE Hot Homestyle Breakfast

700 North Minnesota Ave., St. Peter, MN

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VISIT US The Nobel Conference in October, now in its 61st year | Four Christmas in Christ Chapel celebrations every December | Entertaining fine arts performances during the academic year | Inspiring exhibitions in the Schaefer Art Gallery open September through May | Athletic events in over 20 sports during the College season | Walk The Gustavus Arboretum with 2.5 miles of marked trails winding through gardens, forests, and prairie | Numerous public lectures and events throughout the academic year | Shop at The Book Mark, a book and gift store that is open yearround | Enjoy a meal at the Gustavus Market Place or Gustavus Buffet | Grab a coffee or a quick snack at the Courtyard Café or STEAMery | Take a self-guided tour featuring the works of acclaimed Sculptor Paul Granlund

800 West College Avenue | Saint Peter, Minnesota | gustavus.edu

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