2012-2013 Coummunity Guide

ALBERT LEA And Surrounding Communities

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Welcome to

Albert Lea

and Surrounding Communities Annual Events

Small Towns

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Attractions

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Dining & Night Life

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Shopping

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Photo Submitted by Darcy Sime

Welcome!

We’re proud to publish the 2012-2013 edition of our Community Guide for you. This Guide provides information on all aspects of Albert Lea and the many surrounding communities in the area. It is filled with information on the upcoming events, the area activities, the fun filled lakes, the delightful shops and restaurants as well as maps to get you where you want to go.

Southern Minnesota and Northern Iowa is a great place to live, play and do business.

The Community Guide shows the diverse characteristics of our area, the friendliness of the people and the progressive outlook of our many businesses. We invite you to enjoy Albert Lea and its many surrounding neighbors!

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Recreation

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Parks

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Autos, Convenient Stores

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Churches

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Cover Photos by Julie Bronson & Darcy Sime

Published by: The

Freeborn County

Shopper A Southern Minnesota Shoppers Publication

110 Pearl St. Albert Lea, MN 56007 507-373-1310 Fax 507-373-4253 The information contained in this guide has been published in good faith on the basis of information supplied to the publishers and designers. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of all information contained in this guide at the time of publishing, the publishers and designers cannot guarantee its accuracy and accepts no responsibility for any error or misrepresentation.

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Events APRIL

•E aster Eggstravaganza-Northbridge Mall, April 7, Get your picture taken with the Easter Bunny and join us for our community Easter Egg Hunt. www.northbridgemall.com • Duck’s Unlimited Banquet April 14 507-373-4931 • Honda Gold Wing Riders-Northbridge Mall, April 14-15 See the display of bikes and meet the riders. www.northbridgemall.com • Fountain Lake 5 - Brookside School, April 21 One lap around beautiful Fountain Lake. Starts and ends at Brookside School building. Held in conjunction with the Albert Lea Tiger Trot (5k Run for Kids) and YMCA Health Kids Day. www.ymcaal.org 507-373-8228 • Family

Fun Festival-Northbridge Mall, April 21, 10am-2pm, Games, fun and prizes will keep everyone in the family happy. www.northbridgemall.com

MAY

•A merican Cancer Society 38th Annual 100 Mile Bike-a-Thon-Sibley School Riders & teams collect pledges and atempt the 100 mile ride.

Raise money for cancer research. Contact Mark Harig, 507-3775203, with questions or to volunteer and enjoy a bike ride.

•Y -Not Golf Tournament-Wedgewood Cove, May 14 Sponsored by Family YMCA. 18 hole tournament. Proceeds go to the youth fund drive. www.ymcaal.org •F armers Market-North Parking Lot on Broadway Open May-Oct. Wednesdays 4:00-6:00 pm & Saturdays 9:00 amNoon. Shop for locally raised fresh produce, flowers, food & more. Contact Verlys Huntley. 507-297-5546.

• I nternational Museum Day-May 18, Freeborn Co. Historical Museum. Free. www.smig.net/fchm •A lbert Lea Wrestling Golf Classic-Green Lea Golf Course May 19 •G reen Lea 2 Man Best Shot-Green Lea Golf Course.

May 20. www.greenlea.com •L and Between the Lakes Triathlon-May 20, 9:00 am, Edgewater Park. The race will begin with a .25 mile open water swim in Edgewater Park, then a 19.8 mile bike ride through Albert Lea area countryside & will finish with a 4.2 mile run. www. albertleatri.com

Photo Submitted by Cindy Westland

JUNE

•F armers Market-North Parking Lot on Broadway Open May-Oct. Wednesdays 4:00-6:00 pm & Saturdays 9:00 am-Noon. Shop for locally raised fresh produce, flowers, food & more. Contact Verlys Huntley 507-2975546.

•T ake a Kid Fishing-Fountain Lake Fountain Lake Sportsmen Club sponsors a day of free fishing for adults with children. 507-552-1214.

•M usic in the Park-Edgewater Park Bandshell Music in the park. Come enjoy live performances by area talent in a beautiful outdoor setting. www. cityofalbertlea.org • Albert Lea Aquatic Center Opens - 321 James Ave. Open Mon.-Fri. 1-6 pm, Sat.-Sun. 1-7 pm, 507-373-3328.

•A lbert Lea Soccer Tournament-Hammer Field Have a good time watching a day packed with soccer. albertleasoccer.com or mnyouthsoccer.org •L akeview & Cloverleaf Lions Annual Fly-In Breakfast - June 12th 7:00 am-12:30 pm Public welcome. Albert Lea Airport. After eating your breakfast, stroll through the airplanes that are on display and enjoy the fly-in. www.5m2lions.org •A lden Morin Lake Days June 15-17 •E ddie Cochran Exhibit-Freeborn Co. Historical Museum View the official family depository for all Eddie Cochran memorabilia. www.smig.net/fchm • Eddie Cochran Weekend-June 8-10, Freeborn Co. Museum Step back to the 1950’s and celebrate Eddie Cochran! Car Show, Contests, Dancing, Car Rally & Cruise. fchm.smig.net •G randpa's Tractor Ride-Freeborn County Fairgrounds Enjoy the parade of tractors. Variety of makes, models & years. For information call Chris, 507-456-4474 or Martin 507-391-1586.

•T ennessee Walking Horse Competition-Freeborn County Fairgrounds. Minnesota Walking Horse Assoc.

Concessions. Open to the public. www.mnclassic.s-dstables.com

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• Emmons Borderfest June 29 & 30 Johnny Holm on Friday, Bad Monkey on Saturday •G lenville Days June 8-10 See Glenville page for more info • Kiester Days June 21-24 See Kiester page for more info • Freeborn Days Freeborn, MN • Corey Goodnature Memorial Golf Classic June 30

Events Farmers Market, North Broadway, Albert Lea

JULY

• Carnival June 30-July 5 North Broadway Parking Lot •F armers Market-North Parking Lot on Broadway Open May-Oct. Wednesdays 4:00-6:00 pm & Saturdays 9:00 am-Noon. Shop for locally raised fresh produce, flowers, food & more. Contact Verlys Huntley, 507-297-5546.

• 3 rd of July Parade - Bridge Avenue. Start your 4th of July Celebration with the largest parade in Southern Minnesota with over 100 units. www.cityofalbertlea.org •B ayside Ski Club Show-Edgewater Park Show Site Watch local waterskiers put on an outstanding performance. 507-327-9258.

•P elican Breeze II Fireworks Cruise-Albert Lea Lake Sit back & relax with a fireworks display in the sky. www.pelicanbreeze.org • 4th of July Fireworks-10:00 pm Fountain Lake Watch this amazing display from boat or land.

• Doc Evans Jazz Festival-Fountain Lake Gazebo Salute Minnesota’s “Doc” Evans with an afternoon of the finest of Minnesota’s Jazz and Dixieland Bands. www.docevans.com/festival • Chamber Golf Outing July 16, 2012 •S ports Card Show-Northbridge Mall Buy, sell or trade your favorite cards. www.northbridgemall.com •M usic in the Park-Edgewater Park Bandshell Come enjoy live performances by area talent in a beautiful outdoor setting. www.cityofalbertlea.org •C razy Days-Northbridge Mall Great prices, great selection. www.northbridgemall.com •D owntown Crazy Days-Downtown Albert Lea Crazy deals, entertainment and fun. www.cityofalbertlea.org • Alden Citywide Yard Sales 3rd Saturday in July

•A pril Sorensen Memorial Half MarathonHayward, MN July 7th 7:30 am-12:00 pm 13.1 mile foot race & 2 person relay. 6.55 mile legs. Open to all who have trained. Benefits the April Sorensen Memorial Foundation. www.livelaughrun.com 507-377-2568 • Ellendale Days- Ellendale •A rt & Garden Tour-The Albert Lea Art Center View amazing gardens and enjoy a garden party with music, refreshments and art exhibits. www.restorethebuilding.org/artcenter • Hayward Days See Hayward page for more info

Freeborn Co. Fair Photo Submitted by Darcy Sime Freeborn Co. Fair Photo Submitted by Kris Renchin

AUGUST

•F reeborn County Fair-July 31 -August 5, 2012 The Freeborn County Fair features nationally known musical talent, tractor pulls, rodeo, 4-H displays, “threshing bee” and much more! The following is the tentative schedule for 2012 Tuesday Colt Ford - Wednesday Kip Moore - Thursday Thompson Square - Friday – Charlie Pride - Saturday Lonestar - Sunday Demo Derby.

More info at www.freeborncountyfair.com • Albert Lea City Golf Championship August 11-12 5 CVB Sec. 1 2011.indd 5

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Events Big Island BBQ, Freeborn County Fairgrounds

•B ig Island Barbeque (Kansas City Barbeque Society)Freeborn County Fairgrounds - August 24-25 Cooks from throughout the Country will be competing for the best overall cook in categories of best Ribs, Pork Shoulder or Butt, Chicken or Beef Brisket, vying for over $10,000 in cash prizes and trophies. www.bigislandfestivalandbbq.org •M usic in the Park-Edgewater Park Bandshell Music in the park. Come enjoy live performances by area talent in a beautiful outdoor setting. www.cityofalbertlea.org • Relay for Life-August 10, Freeborn Co. Fairgrounds Fun filled overnight event designed to celebrate survivorship and raise money for the research and programs through the American Cancer Society. 507-318-9301 •F armers Market-North Parking Lot on Broadway Open May-Oct. Wednesdays 4:00-6:00 pm & Saturdays 9:00 am-Noon. Shop for locally raised fresh produce, flowers, food & more. Contact Verlys Huntley. 507-297-5546.

• Back To School Days-Northbridge Mall Shop for all your Back-to-School needs. www.northbridgemall.com • Arabian Horse Show-Freeborn County Fairgrounds Arabian horses perform & compete. www.sassyfilly@integra.net • Green Wings Event-Freeborn County Fairgrounds Ducks Unlimited kids event. Games, food & prizes. www.duck.com 507-373-4931

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•S heriff's Posse Ride Motorcycle Rally-Bergdale-Harley Davidson - Sheriffs come together to raise money for the Red Cross www.sheriffsride.com •S hineFest Week of Service-Area churches promote unity and service in the faith community. www.shinefest.org •N orth Central Aerobatic Contest-Albert Lea Municipal Airport. Pilots from all over the region display their skillful maneuvers in this aerobatic competition. Put on by the International Aerobatic Club. www.iac.org • " Echos from the Past"-Historical Museum A journey into history. Tour Graceland Cemetery and learn about some individuals who played an important role in the development of our community. www.smig.net/fchm • Wells Kernel Days-Wells, MN August 16-19, 2012 See Wells page for more info •C owboy Mounted Shoot North Central RegionalsFreeborn County Fairgrounds Riders shoot black powder blank cartridges and are scored on accuracy & time. www.mncmsa.com • PRCA Rodeo-Freeborn County Fairgrounds Watch cowboys compete bareback, barrel racing, tie down, steer wrestling, team roping, saddle bronc. www.freeborncountyfair.com • Albert Lea Hockey Golf Open August 25

SEPTEMBER

•F armers Market-North Parking Lot on Broadway Open May-Oct. Wednesdays 4:00-6:00 pm & Saturdays 9:00 am-Noon. Shop for locally raised fresh produce, flowers, food & more. Contact Verlys Huntley 507-2975546.

•A utumn in the Village-Freeborn Co. Historical Museum - An afternoon filled with good food, music, demonstrations and entertainment for the whole family.

Check out the many changes and improvements made to the village during the year. www.smig.net/fchm •A lbert Lea Art Center Open House-Art Center www.restorethebuilding.org/artcenter • 8 5th Annual Short Stop Golf Tournament-Green Lea Golf Course. The oldest match-play golf tournament in Minnesota September 1-3, 2012 www.greenlea.com Freeborn Co. Relay for Life Photo Submitted by Julie Bronson

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•F all Craft Show-Northbridge Mall - Come shop & enjoy the area arts & crafts on display. www.northbridgemall.com • Mall Charity Days-Northbridge Mall Non-profit groups raise money for charitable causes. www.northbridgemall.com • Farmers of Yesteryear-Kiester, MN See Kiester page for more info •R yan “Pie” Truesdell Memorial Baseball TournamentSnyder Field • Arts & Quilting-The Art Center www.restorethebuilding.org/artcenter • Hollandale Harvest Festival “Motor Madness” See Hollandale page for info

Events Submitted by Darcy Sime Big Island Rendezvous & Festival

Photo Submitted by Shelley Pederson

OCTOBER

•F armers Market-North Parking Lot on Broadway Open May-Oct. Wednesdays 4:00-6:00 pm & Saturdays 9:00 am-Noon. Shop for locally raised fresh produce, flowers, food & more. Contact Verlys Huntley 507-297-5546.

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•T he 26th Annual Big Island Rendezvous and Festival October 6-7, 2012 Bancroft Bay Park, Albert Lea, MN Declared one of hte “Top 100 Festivals in North America for 2011” by the American Bus Association in Washington, DC. Over 1,000 re-enactors from Canada and the United States create a 45 acre community that celebrates everything from 1670 to 1870 in early America. There is live round cannon fire three times each day by the New Ulm Battery. Walk thru 250 campsites overlooking Fountain Lake. Blacksmiths, woodworkers, candlemakers, clothiers, silversmiths, potters and other merchants sell their wares during both days of the festival. You can shop while you listen to music of the period. Sustenance such as smoked bbq ribs, pulled pork sandwiches, pork chops on a stick, kettle korn, and funnel cakes as well as Indian Tacos and fry bread available. For more information call 1.800.658.2526 or email pvining@smig. net and keep the first Saturday and Sunday in October open to experience “life in another century”.

• Discover History Days-Historical Museum Students of Albert Lea and Freeborn County study in a hands on manner, a bit of their history. Historical Village comes alive with store keepers and visitors, all in costume. www.smig.net/fchm • Giving Your Best Family Fair-Northbridge Mall www.northbridgemall.com • Heritage Festival-Northbridge Mall www.northbridgemall.com •T rick or Treating-Northbridge Mall Trick or treat in a warm, safe environment. www.northbridgemall.com •B luegrass Festival-Knights Inn Society for the Preservation of Bluegrass Music of America.

Enjoy a weekend of performances celebrating Bluegrass Music. www.spbgma.com • Fall Sidewalk Sale-Northbridge Mall Get great deals from mall merchants www.northbridgemall.com •O rnament & Collectibles Show-Northbridge Mall Show & Sale of ornaments, dolls, toys and other collectibles. www.northbridgemall.com

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Events

•W inter Crazy Days-Northbridge Mall Shop the Mall’s great selection & even better prices. www.northbridgemall.com • All Member Show-Albert Lea Art Center Enjoy the creative works from local area artists. www.restorethebuilding.org/artcenter •H ockey Tournaments-Albert Lea City Arena Cheer on your favorite hockey team from Squirts to Junior Gold. www.albertleapucksystems2.com

February 2013 November

•H oliday Arts & Craft Show-Northbridge Mall Shop for holiday decorations & gifts. www.northbridgemall.com •S anta-Northbridge Mall Tell Santa what you want for Christmas & get your picture taken. www.northbridgemall.com • Holiday Art Stroll-Historical Downtown Albert Lea This art stroll will feature over 30 artists, including painters, photographers, jewelers, sculptors, fiber artists and potters.

Enjoy art demonstrations, live music and refrehsments. www.restorethebuilding.org/artcenter •H oliday Open House-Downtown Albert Lea This holiday celebration includes Santa, caroliers, the official tree lighting and don’t forget...shopping.

December

•M odel Railroad Show-Northbridge Mall Come enjoy seeing the miniture train sets. www.northbridgemall.com •A nnual Drive-Through Live Nativity-Church of Christ From your vehicle you will see characters, realistic sets, and animals portraying various scenses from the Christmas story.

There is no charge for this event. www.albertleachurch.com/livenativity.dsp •F estival of Trees-Albert Lea Art Center Over 20 trees decorated by individuals and organizations fill the Art Center with the holiday spirit. Come view the unique trees and enjoy refreshments. Admission is free, donations accepted. www.restorethebuilding.org/artcenter

•A nnual Pheasants Forever Banquet Dinner, prizes and raffles will have outdoor lovers enjoying the evening. 507-377-6240 • Ice Fishing Contest-Fountain Lake Hosted by the Fountain Lake Sportsman Club as a fundraiser for the Club’s Take a Kid Fishing Campaign.

Try and catch the big one. 507-552-1214.

•B ig Island Trade Fair-Northbridge Mall Reinactments, traders, classes. northbridgemall.com •F arm, Toy & Truck Show-Northbridge Mall Collectible Show & Sale, biggest event of the year. www.northbridgemall.com •M innesota State Spring Barrow Show-Freeborn County Fairgrounds Annual Swine Judging Competition - 507-265-3482

March 2013

•K ATE Farm & Home Show-Skyline Mall Featuring area businesses showcasing their products.

507-373-2338 •B luegrass Festival-Knights Inn Society for the Preservation of Bluegrass Music of America. Enjoy a weekend of performances celebrating Bluegrass Music. www.spbgma.com •S pring Arts & Craft Show-Northbridge Mall Shop and enjoy the area arts & crafts on display. www.northbridgemall.com • Home Based Business Show-Northbridge Mall Explore and support our local Home Based Businesses. www.northbridgemall.com •F igure Skating Show-City Arena Preschool through high school students perform on ice for your enjoyment. www.alfsc.org Submitted by Erin Bremseth

January 2013

• Gourmet Food Auction-Wedgewood Cove Bid on prizes to help raise money for the Big Island Rendezvous Education days. www.bigislandfestivalandbbq.com •B ridal Show-Northbridge Mall Talk to local Bridal Professionals to help plan your upcoming wedding. www.northbridgemall.com 8 CVB Sec. 1 2011.indd 8

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Geneva GENEVA, settled in 1855-56, was organized May 11, 1858. Its village had been named by Edwin C. Stacy, the first postmaster there and the first probate judge for the county, “in remembrance of Geneva, N.Y.,” whence the large adjoining lake and the township received the same name. It was incorporated November 24, 1889; the post office, begun in 1856. As of the census of 2000, there were 449 people, and 184 households residing in the city.

Geneva Bar & Grill’s Annual Street Dance Saturday, July 21, 2012 at 9:00 pm Featuring: The Johnny Holm Band. Music lovers are invited to come enjoy the evening. Food and drinks available. For more information call Geneva Bar and Grill 507-256-7278, visit www.genevabarandgrill. com or find us on facebook.

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freeborn days Saturday, July 21, 2012 Breakfast Saturday Morning Rummage Sales Kids Games, Petting Zoo, Jello Eating Contest, Ring Toss, Bean Bag Toss 4-H Food Stand Heritage Society Buildings Open to the Public

Overlooking spectacular Freeborn Lake is a close-knit and progressive community of 320 people. The lake is the focal point of the community, with excellent boating, waterskiing, canoeing, and sailing on over 2500 acres of water. The community boasts year-round recreational and social opportunities, including a vibrant golf season at nearby Oakview Golf Club starting each spring, the annual Freeborn Days celebration and Labor Day Harvest Festival in the summer along with community horseshoe and volleyball leagues, the giant Freeborn Area Cancer Auction the Saturday after Thanksgiving, and the Freeborn Lake Winter Festival in February. New and refurbished city parks, a restored one-room school house-turned- museum, and frequent smaller community events featuring music, games, and food make Freeborn an interesting and lively place to be. Visit Freeborn and set sail for fun!

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• Parade • Horse Pull • Crafts • Horse & Tractor Plowing • Flea Market • Carriage Rides • Silage & Sorghum Making • Blacksmiths • Rope Making • Kids Games • Threshing • Sawmill • Field Events • Farm House • Museum • Country Store • Church • School

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Walters Days June 30, 2012 • Face Painting • Gunny Sack Races • Volleyball Touranment • Horseshoes • Music

Walters Submitted by Darcy Sime

R&R Roadhouse Bar & Grill Open Mon-Sat 11 am-10 pm or Later

218 Main St. Walters, MN 56097 507-294-9985 good food...good friends...good times

HAYWARD DAYS

Hayward

Saturday, July 7th Fire Dept. Annual Mud Bog, City Wide Rummage, April Sorenson Half Marathon Memorial Run, Softball & Volleyball Tournaments, Bake Sale, Street Dance, Sunday Outdoor Church Service...and Much More!

Check website for more information www.haywardmn.org Hayward is a small town nestled right off of I-90. The population is 249 with 74 of those people residing in the city limits. The city is nearly 7 miles from Albert Lea and about 15 miles from Austin. This gives Hayward a centralized location between the two towns. The town was founded in 1856 and was named after one of the earliest settlers David Hayward.

Custom Processing & Retail Meats TODD & CHERYL ENDERSON Owners P.O. Box 308 Hayward, MN 56043 (507) 373-8966

BECKER AUTO SALES 80944 Co. rd. 46, hayward, MN 56043

Phone 507-373-3170 • Cell 507-676-0192 www.findcars.com

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Glenville Glenville is a small town located on the Shell Rock River. The town has a lot of small businesses such as an oil company, gas station, post office, hair salon, a school, candle company and much more.

The population of Glenville is 856 people. The town features a large ethanol plant that serves as a focal point for the city. Glenville is located south of Albert Lea approximately 7 miles.

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KNUTSON H & K Oil CO. Propane

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11016 755th Ave., Glenville, MN Glenville Days Parade

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Glenville

Glenville Days June 8th, 9th, 10th Friday Night: Live Music Saturday Night: Live Band and Street Dance Parade 10:00 am, 5k River Run, Dodge Ball Tournament, Pork Sandwich Dinner 11 am-1 pm

Other Activities: Happy Time Train Ride, Medallion Hunt, Inflatable Moon Walk, Face Painting, Ring Toss and Selection of Food Vendors Sunday: Church in the Park and Dad’s Belgian Waffle Breakfast at First Lutheran Church For More Info: Emmy Stilley (507) 448-2052 or Sherry Heideman (612) 220-7068

CITIZENS STATE BANK Of Glenville and Twin Lakes Banking for the Hometown Life 300 W. Main, Glenville 507-448-3981

Member FDIC

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American Legion

Post 264 - Since 1919 331 W. Main St., Glenville, MN (507) 448-2909 License # B-01304-001

Borderfest - Emmons, MN June 29 & 30, 2012

Emmons

Street Dances Friday & Saturday Night Featuring “Johnny Holm” Friday & “Bad Monkey” on Saturday. Parade. Car & Motorcycle Cruise. Pork Chop Supper. OHV Mud Bog

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437 Bridge, Albert Lea, MN 373-1481 201 Main St., Emmons, MN 297-5461

Emmons is located on the Iowa State Line. The population resides at 391 people. The city is in Freeborn County and is located approximately 13 miles from Albert Lea and 7 miles from Lake Mills, IA. The town features a vareity of small businesses. Emmons is a quiet little town, and welcomes you to visit them.

Emmons Lutheran Church Emmons, MN

A member congregation of the North American Lutheran Church

Located Just off US Hwy 69 • Worship Sundays at 9 am • Coffee & Fellowship at 10 am • Sunday School at 10 am during the school year Phone: 507-297-5471

Email: emluth@wctatel.net

Julie M. Fiske, Pastor

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Alden ALDEN, a city in Alden and Carlston Townships, settled in 1858, was organized April 3, 1866. The railway village was platted in 1869, and the track was completed to this place January 1, 1870; it had station on the Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul Railroad. It was incorporated on March 4, 1879, and reincorporated in March 1908; it has had a post office since 1866.

As of the census of 2000, there were 652 people, 272 households, and 187 families residing in the city.

national average on every category and the composite of the ACT. Science classes build supermileage cars and robots. Science students can compete in local, regional, national and international science fairs. The building also houses the LeVerne Carlson Fitness Center, a brand new 24 hour community fitness center.

Alden American Legion

Alden is the home of the Alden-Conger Public School, which provides Preschool through 12th grade classes. It has a total of 205 students (preschool - 6th grade) being taught by 16 teachers (students/teachers ratio of 12.81).

It has a total of 228 students (7th grade - 12th grade) being taught by 20 teachers ( students/teachers ratio of 11.40). The students consistently score higher than the

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• Cardio Area with Cybex machines • Gymnasium • Weight Room with Cybex fitness equipment & free weights • Elevated walking track • Men’s and Women’s locker rooms • Fitness classes Affordable and flexible membership options for everyone.

Full memberships starting at $15 per month, walking track only memberships starting at $5 per month. Contact Jenny Hovendick at (507)874-3240 ext. 2162 or jhovendick@aldenconger.k12.mn.us for more information or to become a member.

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MORIN LAKE DAYS

Alden

Submitted by Darcy Sime

Friday-Saturday-Sunday, June 15-17, 2012 Friday: Medallion Hunt, Lion’s Fishing Contest, Community Museum Open, Boy Scout bbq, Legion Auxiliary Kiddie Parade, FFA Kiddie Tractor Pull, SAL Softball at NorthPark, Free Show Saturday: Fun Run, Legion Pancake Breakfast, SAL Softball & Volleyball Tournaments, New - Disc Golf lessons & Tournament, New - Horseshoe play & possible tournament, Canoeing, Kids Crafts & Games by lake, Large Inflatable games & bounce houses, Community Museum open, Best of Idol preforming, Home Based Business Show, Luncheon, Style Show, Parade, Classic Car Cruise, Lion’s Pie & Ice Cream Social, Teen Street Dance, Legion Street Dance, FIREWORKS over Morin Lake Sunday: Community Church Worship by the Water, Lion’s Breakfast, Softball & Volleyball Tournaments, Community Museum Open, Activities on the Lake For more information contact: Ann Bryson 874.3871. Fireworks, Parade & Celebration Donations may be mailed to: MLD, P.O. 325, Alden, MN 56009

Full Service, Family Friendly, Restaurant & Bar Open at 11:00 am Tues.-Sat. Serving Prime Rib 1st Friday of the Month Serving BBQ Ribs the 2nd Friday of the Month Call 507-874-2648 for Reservations

Colin & Sue Minehart, Owners for Over 25 Years!

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Hemmingsen’s Transfer, Inc. Freight Service To & From the Twin Cities “Proudly Providing Bus Service for the Alden-Conger School” 126 Euclid • Alden, MN • 507-874-3160

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Matt Troska 507-473-0508 Landscaping • Retaining Walls Paver Patios • Walls • Walkways Driveways • Ponds • Lighting Sod • Boulder and Natural Stone Trimming • Plantings A Member of the Minnesota Nursery Landscape Association

Submitted by Darcy Sime

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Clarks Grove

John Mead Clark preferred farming over business, so in 1855, instead of settling in the nearby village of Albert Lea, he made his home on a beautifully landscaped piece of land surrounded by a grove of oak trees with a lake (Geneva Lake) off to the northeast. Everyone within two square miles began referring to the area as Clark’s Grove, as it is known today.

Minnesota’s first cooperative creamery was started in Clarks Grove on May 5, 1890. This town was historically noted for its cooperative business enterprises. Some other cooperative businesses were the grocery, hardware store and lumber yard.

Clarks Grove is on record as having the largest rural American Baptist Church in the United States. Historically the town has had a large Danish population & this church was a Danish Baptist Church.

FUN FESTIVAL • July 17, 2011 3-6 pm, Baptist Church Free - Inflatables, Food, Live Music

COMMUNITY DAY CAMP • June 6-August 12, 2011

It is told that Charles Lindberg landed his airplane on a field just east of Clarks Grove (about where Interstate 35 is now located). He walked up to the farmer’s residence and asked if he could have some water to drink. This story has been confirmed by those who lived on that farm some years back.

Clarks Grove offers a 9-hole Frisbee golf course which was installed two years ago and has two parks, Bob’s Park & Johnson Park, and also offers the Clarks Grove Executive Golf Course.

M-F 8 to 5 Contact info: fbcclarskgrove@gofast.com

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Locally Owned & Operated Serving Albert Lea, Ellendale, Geneva, Clarks Grove, Hollandale, Alden, Freeborn & Hartland

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Clarks Grove - Waseca Veterinary ClinicS L.L.P. Thomas Metzdorff, D.V.M. Thomas Lang, D.V.M. Scott Lang, D.V.M. Dennis L. Nelson, D.V.M. Carey Prigge, D.V.M. Michael Bjorklund, D.V.M. Jennifer A. Bauer, D.V.M. 28088 770th Ave. 1400 State St. South Clarks Grove, MN, 56016 Waseca, MN, 56093 (507)-256-7237 Fax: (507) 256-7611 (507)-835-1700 Fax: (507) 835-1980 18 CVB Sec. 1 2011.indd 18

Clarks Grove Historic Creamery

Judy, Debbie & Bonnie Serving You With Quality Hardware Since 1903

Bill May, Owner • Interior & Exterior Paints • Plumbing and Electrical • Farm Supplies • Air Compressors • Clothing • Tools

Clarks Grove Hardware Clarks Grove • 256-7249

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Northwood, the Worth Co/ Seat, is located four miles from the Iowa-Minnesota border and a short distance from I-35. Its exceptionally wide streets seem to invite people into the community, which is home to just over 2,000 people.

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Northwood

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July 1, 2, 3 & 4, 2012 Celebration Activities 4th of July Parade Downtown on Monday.

Fireworks on Sunday Dazzling display in the small town way. Street Dance Friday & Saturday Nights.

Disc Golf, Softball Tournament at Park & Much More Celebrate the old fashion way!

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QUALITY SERVICE See us for fast, dependable service. We test, calibrate & repair injection pumps, nozzle assemblies & glow plugs. Warranty & normal repair.

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710 Central Ave. Northwood, IA 50459 Ken Stambaugh

www.fallgatters.com Open Sun.-Sat. 7 am-10 pm

Hollandale HOLLANDALE a city in Geneva and Riceland Townships, was developed in 1918 by George H. Payne of Payne Investment Company on 15,000 acres of drained swampland. Beginning in 1924, 400 farm families, many of Dutch descent, quickly settled the area. Its post office began in 1923. As of the census of 2000, there were 292 people, 131 households, and 88 families residing in the city.

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Hollandale

Hollandale Harvest Festival

Submitted by Amy Ogren

Saturday, September 8, 2012 All events are free of charge and there is something fun for everyone!

The proceeds generated from this event will support the Hollandale Area First Responders.

7:30 am to 10:30 am – Pancake Breakfast at the fire hall 7:30 am To 11:30 am- Art/Craft/Farmers’ Market at the fire hall 8:00 am To ? - City Wide Garage Sales 9:00 am To 3:00 pm - Heritage Huis Museum Tours 10:30 am. - Grande Parade 12:00 pm - Car football behind Mr. Machinery, w/Moe Geo’s Food Vender 2:30 pm - 4WD Mudbog behind Mr. Machinery, w/Moe Geo’s Food Vender 1:30 pm- Kiddie Parade around city park 2:30 pm - Kids games/activities - all free * prizes - at city park 2:30 pm – Bean bag toss tournament in front of of 3 in 1 Bar & Restaurant 5:30 pm - Water Wars, Keg Wars & Bucket Brigade - behind S&V 8:30 pm to 12:30 am - Live Music /Street Dance in front of 3 in 1 Bar & Restaurant. No cover charge

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Your Full Service Farm Drainage Co. Also offering dozer & backhoe work John Van Wilgen 507-889-8071 • 507-402-5283 “Serving Southern Minnesota & the Hollandale Area for 25 years!”

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We buy & sell new & used shop equipment Tom H. Nims, President Cell 507-437-4753

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Attractions Soak up the Sun & Swim at the Aquatic Center In June the Albert Lea Family Aquatic Center opens its doors for another fun and splash filled summer! The Family Aquatic Center features a zero depth pool with interactive play features for children, including tumble buckets, lemon drops, an umbrella water fall, bubblers, and a five arm water fountain. And best of all, don’t miss the 226 foot water slide!

For our patrons comfort, there are several large, colorful, shade structures so that you can get out of the sun while you watch the kids play, or take a break from your trips down the slide.

A family bath house is located adjacent to the splash pool. The newly renovated main pool ranges in depth from 3 and a-half feet to 13 feet and has two one meter diving boards. The pool is also handicap accessible. All these features and a highly trained staff, make the Albert Lea Family Aquatic Center one of the best aquatic facilities in the Southern Minnesota area and a great place to spend those hot days of summer!!

Swimming lessons and special events are also offered at the Family Aquatic Center throughout the summer. Please take a look at the Parks and Recreation Department’s Summer Brochure for a listing of activities, or call the Parks and Recreation Office at 377-4370 for more information of pool programs.

Family Aquatic Center The City of Albert Lea’s Family Aquatic Center is located at 321 James Avenue and is open from early June through the end of August. The phone number is (507) 373-3328.

Public Swimming Hours:

Monday - Friday 1 pm to 6 pm

Saturday & Sunday 1 pm to 7 pm

* Closing at 7:00 pm during Swim Lessons

Daily Admission Fees:

Adults (18 & Older)

Youth (17 & Under)

2 & Under

$3.50 $3.25 $1.25

$35.00 Season Pass, $45.00 Out of Town

Albert Lea Public Library 211 East Clark St. • (507) 377-4350 Located in the City Hall

Hours: Monday - Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

9 am to 7 pm Closed Closed 1 pm to 5 pm

Welcome to Albert Lea! If you are traveling through and would like to use the Internet, come to the Albert Lea Public Library. Our Internet service is free and easy to use.

Please bring current ID and the library staff will issue you a temporary card or, bring your laptop and enjoy our free wifi. The Library also has many local newspapers and a large collection of magazines available to read in the library. See you at the Library!

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Attractions Historic District 15 Schoolhouse Freeborn, MN The historic District 15 schoolhouse, lovingly restored and converted to a community museum in 2007, is at the corner of Park St. and 7th Ave. in Freeborn. The schoolhouse, maintained by the Freeborn Area Heritage Society, is open Sunday afternoons from May thru September, or by appointment. Exhibits include historic photos and clippings, a working pump organ, Freeborn School yearbooks, and educational memorabilia from bygone days. The schoolhouse lawn is a wonderfully shaded, cool spot for a picnic or for stargazing on summer nights.

Hollandale Heritage Huis Hollandale, MN: (507) 889-3921 Experience the taste of the “Dutch” country. Tour the one room museum where you will find authentic Hollandale memorabilia. See the history of Hollandale and its Dutch immigrants come alive! Open by appointment.

Museums in Freeborn County Alden Museum 1-90 Exit 146, Alden, MN: (507) 874-3462 Step back into the early 20th Century, “Like When Grandpa was a kid.” See first hand the old time country store exhibit, 20th century home with furniture, and artifacts from the farming of yester-year. Open Memorial Day to Labor Day or call for an appointment.

Freeborn County Historical Museum, Library, Village 1031 Bridge Ave. (507) 373-8003 Located two miles south of I-90 (Exit 157), The Freeborn County Historical Museum, Library, and Village is rated as one of the finest history complexes in Minnesota.

The exhibits range from a mammoth tooth to Rock ‘n Roll. From the 1853 Livedalen cabin – the first one built in Freeborn County to Marion Ross of “Happy Days” memorabilia, this museum and village bring memories, learning, and fun to visitors.

Admission – adults $5.00, students 12 to 18 $1.00, children 11 and under are free. The library is open year round.

The museum, library, and historical village are open April through September 10 am to 5 pm. October-March 10 am to 4 pm. Tours are available by appointment. For more info check the website at www.smig.net/fchm. Check website for Saturday openings.

Myrtle Museum Myrtle, MN: (507) 448-3465. Come and see the local memorabilia. Old photos dating back 70-80 years; antique organ; church pew and much more. Open Labor Day and Memorial Day from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm or by appointment.

Greibrok’s Mini History Farm and County Fair 5 miles south of Oakland on County Road 34. Come and see the rare and unique family farm home of Dorothy Greibrok. Forty rooms of over 700 toys from extensive steam engines, threshing machines, a variety of old farm equipment, old cars, each in a different scene. Animated county fair, Fantasy Island, African room, Garden of Eden and a variety of unique dolls. Call for appointment. (507) 433-4880.

Czech Brick Hall National Historic Register 2 1/2 miles North of Myrtle on County Rd. 30, (507) 3733751. Come see the old Brick Hall where many happy events have taken place. Old photos, historic hand painted stage screen. Call for appointment 373-3751.

Freeborn County Historical Museum, Library & Village 1031 Bridge Avenue, Albert Lea, MN 56007 507-373-8003 http://fchm.smig.net

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Attractions Albert Lea Community Theatre

Arts Albert Lea Art Center Art on Broadway Gift Shop “To Create, Educate, Promote and Showcase the Arts” PO Box 313 224 S. Broadway Ave. 507-373-5665 alartcenter@yahoo.com artcenter@mcleodusa.net The Albert Lea Art Center is located in the “Heart of

ACT - Albert Lea Community Theater in the Marion Ross Performing Arts Center 147 No. Broadway Ave., Albert Lea, MN Box Office 507-377-4371 www.ActOnBroadway.com

the City" on South Broadway Avenue. Each month a different and unique exhibit is featured in the Galleries, with annual shows such as the All Member Show, Student Art Exhibit, The Festival of Trees, and new and upcoming artist shows. Don’t forget to visit the Art on Broadway Gift Shop for original art, jewelry, quilting, art supplies & much more.

Most shows are free! Donations are appreciated to help pay for utilities!

Open Tuesday-Saturday, 10:00 am-2:00 pm

Albert Lea “The Land Between the Lakes” From fishing, boating, canoeing, jet and water skiing in the summer, to ice fishing and snowmobiling in the winter.

New Denmark Park

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Attractions

Blazing Star Trail

Photo Submitted by Angie Moller

The Blazing Star Trail currently consists of 6.5 miles of paved trail.

The trailhead is located in Frank Hall Park, which is also the home of the Pelican Breeze II Cruise Boat. The trail will be very unique when it’s completed, winding by lakes, through a state park with eskers and historic Indian artifact collections, through flat farmland and quaint Hayward, then will travel north past the KOA and Par 3 golf course, into very hilly terrain where bikers will enjoy historic stops at "Vanishing Villages" and will actually be able to see original wagon wheel ruts from the settlers moving west. Visit the Blazing Star Trail and enjoy Southern Minnesota’s finest scenery including wildflowers, prairie grass, lakes and abundant wildlife.

Photo Submitted by Phyllis Walk

Pelican Breeze, Albert Lea Lake

Pelican Breeze II Cruise Boat Enjoy a breathtaking cruise on picturesque Albert Lea Lake on the new Pelican Breeze II Cruise Boat. The Pelican Breeze is celebrating over ten years of cruising one of the largest natural bodies of water between Lake Minnetonka and the Gulf of Mexico. Sit back and relax on our 60' river boat replica. Enjoy wildlife and the historic sites as your guides describes the area and history behind this charming natural area.

The new boat seats approximately 60 passengers, is handicap accessible, has on-board bathrooms, mini-bar and is enclosed for inclement weather. Catering, bar and entertainment are available on request with a cruising season of late May until late October.

Photo Submitted by Julie Bronson

Bayside Ski Team Local water skiing enjoyment and entertainment is provided by the talent and dedication of our area youth and their families. Bayside Skiers have had a long history of helping our area youth learn to ski. They are a teaching club with an emphasis in show ski acts including jump, wakeboard, multiple pyramids, doubles, trios, swivel, barefoot tricks and many individual acts. They start with beginners in many cases and warmly welcome all levels of skiers. Their team is unique in that we have families participating at all levels and with all aspects of the show.

Bayside Skiers enjoy performing every Thursday evening at 7 pm during the summer months of June through August.

The dream team performs prior to all home shows and features our team members who are working on new tricks to entertain the crowd. We also perform on the 4th of July and Labor Day, both shows at 2 pm.

For further information and to see pictures of our team, please check out our web site at www.baysideskiteam.org.

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Catering Services

Capacity to Seat

Motorcoach

Cocktail Lounge

Wine or Beer

Fast Food

Private Dining

Formal Dining

Family Dining

Restaurants

AMERICAN LEGION LOUNGE & DINING • • • • 200 142 N. Broadway, Albert Lea, MN (507) 373-7993

APPLEBEE’S NEIGHBORHOOD BAR & GRILL 2740 Bridge Ave., Albert Lea, MN (507) 373-0380 • • • • • B & B CAFE 321 Sibley, Albert Lea, MN

(507) 373-1921

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Additional Information Members & Guests Welcome. Tues. Burger Night, Thurs.

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Big Island Grille & Bar Albert Lea, MN

2306 E. Main St., Americas Best Value Inn (507) 373-1621 • • • • • • • • •

China Express at Hy-vee 2708 Bridge Ave., Albert Lea, MN (507) 377-2257 • • 100 •

Open at 11:00 a.m. Lunch & dinner menu. Free wireless internet. Full service bar.

CHINA RESTAURANT

805 East Main, Albert Lea, MN (507) 377-8888 • •

Daily Lunch & Dinner Specials. Carry out available.

Wireless Internet.

Dine In or Take Out. Salad Bar Available.

CRESCENDO

Featuring contemporary French & Italian cuisine, 118 So. Broadway Ave., Albert Lea, MN (507) 377-2425 • • • • hallmarking the freshest ingredients and highest

quality meats & seafood.

CONGER CATERING 98 Maple St, Conger. MN (507) 265-3265

• CONGER MEAT MARKET Northbridge Mall, Albert Lea, MN

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CONGER MUNICIPAL & GRILL 66918 180th St., Conger, MN

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CUP OF FAITH 709 Algon, Albert Lea, MN (507) 373-1233

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DIANA'S DINER 522 So. Broadway, Albert Lea, MN (507) 377-1555 • • 35

Full time bakery, sandwiches available.

ELBOW ROOM 310 East 8th St., Albert Lea, MN (507) 373-1836 • 45

Family dining with daily lunch specials.

EMMONS AMERICAN LEGION 121 Main St., Emmons, MN

(507) 297-5660

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GRANDMA’S KITCHEN Albert Lea, MN Food Court, Northbrirdge Mall (507) 552-1599

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Family dining with a full lunch & dinner menu.

Wireless Internet.

GREEN MILL RESTAURANT 2218 East Main, Albert Lea, MN (507) 377-3000 • • • • •

Happily Serving the Area Since 1985!

Pies Cinnam & on Rolls Baked F res Everyda h y!

~ A Locally Owned Family Tradition ~

1811 East Main St., Albert Lea, MN

(507) 373-2638

Sun. thru Thurs. 6 am-9 pm Fri. & Sat. 6 am-10 pm

Open 6 am Everyday! Breakfast Anytime!

Exquisite

Food, Wine & service Seasonal Changes to Menu Over 100 Wines Live Piano Music

Open Thursday, Friday and Saturday Evenings at 5:30

www.crescendodining.com

118 S. Broadway • Albert Lea • 507-377-2425

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GEORGE'S OF GENEVA 116 Central Ave., Geneva, MN (507) 256-4501 • • • • • 125 • GENEVA BAR & GRILL 101 W. Main St., Geneva, MN

(507) 256-7278

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GLENVILLE AMERICAN LEGION 313 W. Main., Glenville, MN

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(507) 373-0965

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Daily Lunch Specials

Breakfast, lunch & dinner. Pool, darts, foosball, liquor & gas.

HOLLANDALE 3 IN 1 101 Park Ave., Hollandale, MN (507) 889-3253 • • • •

HY-VEE DELI & CATERING 2708 Bridge Ave., Albert Lea, MN (507) 377-2257 • • 100 •

Dine In or Take Out. Salad Bar Available.

KORNER KAFE 101 W. Front St., Hayward, MN

Homemade Meals.

(507) 373-0513

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(507) 874-2648

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NANCY'S CAFE 120 S. Washington, Albert Lea, MN (507) 373-5469 • • 65

Mexican & American Food, Everything is homemade.

NASTY HABIT BAR & GRILL 134 W. William, Albert Lea, MN (507) 373-7949 • • •

Burgers, Wings, Pizza & Much More, Game Room, Happy Hour 4-6 pm daily.

NELSON’S DELI & CATERING 1619 West Main, Albert Lea, MN (507) 373-7357 • 200 •

Dine In or Carry Out. Full Service Deli.

OFFICE BAR 209 W. Main, Glenville, MN

(507) 448-3868

PAPA MURPHY'S 142 Bridge Ave., Albert Lea, MN

(507) 377-7075

PIZZA RANCH Albert Lea, MN 2430 Bridge, Northbridge Mall

(507) 377-2166

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(507) 256-8014

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R&R ROADHOUSE BAR & GRILL 218 Main St., Walters, MN

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Oven baked sub sandwiches.

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Trumbles Restaurant

Buffet, pickup & delivery. Chicken, salad bar, pizza.

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QUIZNO’S 726 Marshall, Albert Lea, MN (507) 377-2171 (507) 294-9985

Take and Bake Pizza.

Walleye & Steak specials on weekends. Specialty menus weekly. Daily happy hour.

American’s Best Value Inn

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SPORTSMAN TAVERN 216 E. Clark St., Albert Lea, MN SUBWAY of Albert Lea, MN 718 East Main 1629 Blake Ave. Wal-Mart 1550 Blake Ave TB3’s BAR & GRILL 408 Park St., Freeborn, MN

(507) 373-0896 (507) 373-1604 (507) 377-7827 (507) 373-9883 (507) 863-2111

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TRAILS TRAVEL CENTER 820 Happy Trails Lane, Albert Lea, MN (507) 373-4200 • • • • • 200 •

Open 24 Hours, Daily Specials. Carry Out Available.

Full dining, All You Can Eat Buffet/Menu.

TRUMBLE’S 1811 East Main, Albert Lea, MN (507) 373-2638 • • • 160

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Specials served daily.

Fresh Baked pies & cinnamon rolls are our speciality.

WEDGEWOOD COVE GOLF CLUB 2200 West 9th Street, Albert Lea (507) 373-2007 • • • • • • • 183

WOK & ROLL 2344 Hendrickson Rd., Albert Lea, MN (507) 377-1155 • • •

Seating capacity in “The Cove Bar & Grill� is 87, seating in “The Wedgewood� Restaurant is 96

THE WILLOWS 100 State St., New Richland, MN (507) 463-1000 • •

Steak, ribs, pasta, seafood, wraps, sandwiches, salad bar, wide asst. of appetizers, burgers, beer & wine.

VILLAGE INN 512 Broadway, Hartland, MN

Family Dining.

(507) 845-2374

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Something for everyone!

Albert Lea’s Craft Beer Hot Spot

Open Everyday at 11:00 am

Join Us for Happ y Hour

From one of the largest selections around featuring award-winning pizza and wings to our familiar, fun and relaxed atmosphere, Green Mill continues to be everyone’s favorite place to meet and eat.

Also, stop in and check out our happy hours featuring awesome drink and appetizer specials.

Always Full-Menu Delivery!

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DOMINOS 802 East Main, Albert Lea, MN (507) 373-3331 • •

Carry Out Only and Delivery Service Available.

JAKE’S PIZZA 126 West Clark, Albert Lea, MN

(507) 373-7350

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GREEN MILL 2218 East Main, Albert Lea, MN

(507) 377-3000

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GODFATHER’S PIZZA 509 East Main, Albert Lea, MN (507) 373-1447 • • • 50 •

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KORNER MART 1311 Front St., Albert Lea, MN (507) 373-1909 • 50

Pizza Carry Out.

KWIK TRIP 906 West Front, Albert Lea, MN (507) 373-6777 • 402 Garfield Ave., Albert Lea, MN (507) 373-1220

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PAPA MURPHY’S 142 Bridge Avenue, Albert Lea, MN (507) 377-7075 •

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PIZZA HUT 1725 East Main, Albert Lea, MN (507) 373-2444 • • • 105 820 Happy Trails Lane, Albert Lea, MN (507) 373-4200 • • 60 PIZZA RANCH Albert Lea, MN 2430 Bridge, Northbridge Mall (507) 377-2166

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Pizza Ranch in the Northbridge Mall

Family Fun Dine In or Carry Out

• Ice Cream • Game Room • FREE Party Room

WE DELIVER Buffet Hours: Mon.-Fri. Lunch 11:00-2:00, Evening: 5:00-8:00 Kids Night on Tuesdays 4:30-8:00 Sat. & Sun. 11:00 am-8:00 pm | Located in Northbridge Mall

2430 N. Bridge Ave., Albert Lea 507-377-2166

Have Your Birthday Party Here!

We have a Room for Your Party! - Call for Details

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CASA ZAMORA 2006 East Main St., Albert Lea, MN (507) 373-6475 • • • • 54

Mexican Food Served. Established in 1969

LaGUADALUPANA Albert Lea, MN 2510 Bridge Ave. Northbridge Mall (507) 377-6150

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PLAZA MORENA Albert Lea, MN 2588 Bridge, Northbridge Mall (507) 373-9194

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(507) 377-0800

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TACO JOHN’S

2225 East Main St., Albert Lea, MN (507) 373-9818 • •

ARBY’S 2707 Bridge Ave., Albert Lea, MN

(507) 373-3061

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TACO KING 104 So. Broadway, Albert Lea, MN (507) 377-2485 •

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BURGER KING 2011 East Main St., Albert Lea, MN (507) 373-3365 • • • 100

Dine In or Carry Out. Drive-Thru. Playland.

COLD STONE CREAMERY 820 Happy Trails, Albert Lea, MN (507) 379-2611 • • • 100

Ice Cream Treats.

DAIRY QUEEN 1317 SE Broadway, Albert Lea, MN (507) 373-1021 • • • 2530 Bridge Ave., Albert Lea, MN (507) 373-9583 • • •

Speciality Ice Cream Treats. Motorcoach Parking Available. Mall Only, Buses Welcome.

HARDEE’S 1147 So. Broadway, Albert Lea, MN (507) 373-6101 • • • 130

Dine In or Carry Out. Drive-Thru

KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN 2221 East Main, Albert Lea, MN

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MCDONALD’S 609 East Main, Albert Lea, MN (507) 377-1355 • • • 110 2808 Bridge Ave., Albert Lea, MN (507) 377-9573 • • • 116 820 Happy Trails Ln, Albert Lea, MN (507) 377-6098 • • • 60

Dine In or Carry Out. Drive-Thru

(507) 373-9928

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Visit the Original Pioneers of Mexican Cuisine Appetizers, Tacos, Enchiladas, Mexican Dinner, Hot Apple Fry & More Daily Lunch Specials Served Tuesday thru Friday 11 AM to 2:30 PM OPEN EVENINGS - Tues., Wed., Thurs. & Sun. 5 PM to 9 PM Friday and Saturday 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm

2006 East, Main, Albert Lea, MN • 373-6475

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Night Life ARAGON 130 West College Street

Albert Lea, MN (507) 377-1716

MAIN STREET BAR & GRILL 127 North Broadway, Alden

(507) 874-2648

AMERICAN LEGION 142 North Broadway

(507) 373-7993

MOOSE LODGE 1623 W. Main Street/Skyline Plaza

(507) 373-2106

APPLEBEE’S 2740 Bridge Ave.

(507) 373-0380

THE NASTY HABIT 134 West William Street

(507) 373-7949

BIG ISLAND GRILLE & BAR 2306 East Main

(507) 373-1621

PLAZA MORENA 2588 Bridge, Northbridge Mall

(507) 373-9194

EAGLES CLUB 205 West William (Members Only)

(507) 373-1162

SPORTSMAN’S TAVERN 216 E. Clark Street

(507) 373-0896

EDDIE’S 719 Marshall

(507) 373-5140

WHERE IT MATTERS 1119 S. Broadway Avenue

(507) 373-0894

GREEN MILL 2218 East Main

(507) 377-3000

WEDGEWOOD COVE 2200 W. 9th Street

(507) 373-2007

HAROLD’S BAR & LOUNGE 1318 East Main

(507) 373-0965

LEGENDS BAR 721 Marshall

(507) 373-3237 We carry beer, wine and a wide variety of domestic and imported wines from vineyards you know and trust.

Albert Lea Lodge #1703

THE MOOSE LODGE www.lodge1703.moosepages.org

Bingo

Every Tues. 6:30 pm Food Available 1617 W Main St. • Albert Lea (Next to Skyline Plaza)

507-379-2364

Mon-Thurs 9am-8pm • Fri & Sat 9am-10pm

Happy Hour M-F 4-7 pm

Friday Night

Suppers

Ribs 2nd Fri. of Mo. Prime Rib Last Fri.

Saturday

Lunches Bloody Mary Specials

10:30 am-2:00 pm

1623 Main St., Albert Lea, Skyline Plaza

Sunday Open Noon-?

OMELETS Every 3rd Sunday of the Month

Pull Tabs Available Lic. #B00212

Big Island Grille & Bar

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Night Life ALDEN AMERICAN LEGION 151 N. Broadway, Alden

Surrounding Communities (507) 874-3679

411 Broadway, Hartland

(507) 845-2861

FOREVER BERMANS 130 S. Main St., Kiester

(507) 294-3344

MAIN STREET BAR & GRILL 127 N. Broadway, Alden, MN

(507) 874-2648

The Pour House 102 Hwy. 45 S., Clarks Grove

BEND IN THE ROAD 130 Hwy. 13, Manchester

(507) 826-3441

(507) 256-8014

CONGER MUNICIPAL LIQUOR 66918 180th St., Conger

HUNTERS BAR 200 W. Main St., Myrtle

(507) 448-3652’

(507) 265-3325

EMMONS AMERICAN LEGION 121 Main St., Emmons

THE WILLOWS 100 State St., New Richland

(507) 463-1000

(507) 297-5660

TB3’s BAR & GRILL 408 Park St., Freeborn

PUB 69 814 Hwy. 69, Twin Lakes

(507) 852-2200

(507) 863-2111

GENEVA BAR & GRILL 101 W. Main St., Geneva

R&R ROADHOUSE BAR & GRILL 218 Main St., Walters

(507) 294-9985

(507) 256-7278

GEORGE’S OF GENEVA 116 Central Ave., Geneva

WILDCATS BAR & GRILL 37 S. Broadway, Wells

(507) 553-3153

(507) 266-4501

GLENVILLE AMERICAN LEGION 331 W. Main St., Glenville

WORTH BREWERY 826 Central Ave., Northwood, IA

(641) 324-9899

(507) 448-2909

OFFICE BAR 209 W. Main St., Glenville

DIAMOND JO CASINO 777 Diamond Jo Ln., Northwood, IA

(641) 323-7777

(507) 448-3868

HOLLANDALE 3 IN 1 101 Park Ave., Hollandale

(507) 889-3253

HARTLAND UNIVERSITY Historic Liquor Depot

Make a stop for everyday low prices!

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Shopping Albert Lea, MN Adams Originals - New and Used Gifts 238 S. Broadway, Albert Lea, (507) 373-4153. One of a kind Gift Shop.

Stoneware pottery, clay creatures, collectibles, teddy bears, dolls and antiques. Monday-Saturday, 9-6:00 p.m. Evenings by appointment.

Addie’s Floral & Gifts 216 S. Broadway, Albert Lea (507) 377-2081. We carry fresh & silk floral arrangements, iron garden and home items from Mexico and many other unique decorating items. Tues.-Fri. 10-4 pm, Sat. 10-3 pm Albert Lea Seedhouse 1414 W. Main St., Albert Lea (507) 377-2372 Is a family-owned business, specializing in field & garden seed.

With a variety of products for the home, garden, farm and pets.

Antiques Of The Midwest 218 S. Washington, Albert Lea, (507) 377-8212.

Antique glassware, furniture, toys and more. Monday-Friday, 105:00 p.m.; Saturday, 10-5:00 p.m. and Sunday 12-4:00 pm.

Art on Broadway Albert Lea Art Center, 224 S. Broadway. Featuring original art for sale. All art is consigned by local artists and is perfect for that unique gift. Tues.-Fri. 11 am - 4 pm, Sat. 10 am - 2 pm. (507)-373-5665 Ben’s Floral & Frame Designs and The Lakeside Cafe & Creamery 410 and 408 Bridge Ave., Albert Lea, across from Fountain Lake and New Denmark Park, (507) 377-2233 Cafe or (507) 373-8523 Ben’s Floral and home decor shop featuring both fresh and silk florals, live and silk plants, fine clocks, candles and many additional home decor accessories.

Bergdale Harley-Davidson Inc. 905 Plaza St., Albert Lea, (507) 373-5236 Harley-Davidson apparel, collectibles and accessories. Mon.-Fri., 8 am-6 pm, Thurs. 8 am-8 pm., Sat. 8-5 pm and Sun. 11-3 pm.

BG Brick Girls Loft - In Brick Furniture 225 S. Broadway, Downtown Albert Lea, (507) 373-2514 Unique jewelry, clothing, hand bags, childrens furniture and so much more. Monday-Saturday 9 am-5 pm, Thursday 9 am-7 pm Book World Northbridge Mall 2576 N. Bridge Ave., Albert Lea (507) 377-6090.

Books, magazines, gift items.

Brick Furniture 225 S. Broadway, Downtown Albert Lea (507) 373-2514 Monday thru Saturday 9 am to 5 pm, Thursday 9 am to 7 pm Candy & Jewel’s Consignment Boutique & Dream Dresses 212 S. Broadway, Albert Lea, (507) 373-9733 Uptown consignments in downtown Albert Lea. Save money while looking fashionable with a variety of clothing, shoes & accessory choices for children, women & men. Dream Dresses offers new & used bridal & prom gowns for sale or rental. Tux rentals available.

Celebrations Party & Gifts 122 S. Broadway, Albert Lea, 373-7746 Mon.-Fri. 9:30 am-5:30 pm, Thurs. 9:30 am-7:00 pm, Sat. 9:30 am-3:00 pm. A wonderful little shop in beautiful, historic downtown Albert Lea. Unique, fun gifts with a fabulous selection of party goods for every occasion!

• Bird Seed & Feeders • Pet Food & Treats • Garden Seeds for all your needs Family Owned Since 1923 (507) 377-2372 1414 W. Main, Albert Lea www.alseed.com Addies Floral & Gifts

COUNTRY TACK WESTERN STORE Horse Equipment Hats, Clothing & Boots Breyers & Collectibles 119 South Broadway, Albert Lea 377-7943

Tues-Fri 10-5, Sat 10-3, Closed Sun & Mon

Visit Our Shop in Beautiful Downtown Albert Lea

• Handmade Pottery • Paintings • Antiques

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507-369-0205 • 507-383-0462 • 238 S. Broadway Ave., Albert Lea

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Shopping Collective Spirits 1507 Blake Ave., Albert Lea, MN (507) 379-BEER (2337) Specializing in home wine and beer making kits.

Country Tack 119 South Broadway, Albert Lea, (507) 377-7943. Western apparel, boots, horse and cattle equipment. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 am-6:00 pm, Thursday 10 am-8:00 pm, Sat. 10 am-4:00 pm Cup of Faith 709 Algon St., Albert Lea, MN (507) 373-1233 Christian Book & Gift. While shopping enjoy a nice cup of coffee.

Dunham’s Sports Northbridge Mall 2500 N. Bridge Ave., Albert Lea, (507) 369-1444 Full-line sporting goods chain with a remarkable range of popular national brands.

EtCetera Tanning & Clothing Skyline Plaza 1663 W. Main St., Albert Lea, MN (507) 377-TANS (8267) At EtCetera you can get stylish, gently used brand name children’s clothing, shoes, toys and Etc. Full Line of Tanning Products, 15 Minute Tanning Session with Face Tanner, Single Sessions, Walk-Ins Welcome. Open 7 Days A Week.

Fisher's Fine Jewelers 202 S. Broadway, Albert Lea (507) 373-3925 • 800-339-7115 Making the finer things in life more affordable.

Fleet Farm Supply 310 Main Court, Albert Lea (507) 373-7067 Ertl, Breyer, Radio Flyer, John Deere Collectibles and other speciality items you can’t find just anywhere.

Local family owned business since 1956. Monday-Friday 8 am-6 pm; Saturday 8 am-5 pm; Sunday 12 pm-4 pm.

Frames-R-Us 228 South Broadway, Albert Lea, (507) 377-0848 Framed and unframed prints by many popular artists.

Hundreds of frames and mats to choose from. Design experts on staff every day. Shadow boxes and needle-work stretching are our specialties. Monday-Friday 10:00 am5:30 pm, Saturday 10:00 am-3:00 pm. Open evenings in December.

Garden Diva Design Studio 80920 Co. Rd. 46, Hawyard, MN (507) 377-2579 www.gardendivadesignstudio.com GNC Northbridge Mall 2528 N. Bridge Ave., Albert Lea Shop for vitamins, supplements, minerals, herbs, sport nutrition, diet and energy and health and beauty products.

Green Lea Golf Pro Shop 101 Richway Dr., Albert Lea, MN (507) 373-1061 Check us out for our your golfing needs.

Heart of the Artichoke 222 East Clark Street, Albert Lea, (507) 373-4258.

Gifts, collectibles and antiques.

Monday-Friday, 10 am- 5:00 pm and Saturday 10 am-4:00 pm Herberger's Northbridge Mall 2440 N. Bridge Ave., Albert Lea (507) 373-2381 Shop this department store’s designer brands at affordable prices. Men’s, women’s, juniors, childrens and much more.

Heart of the Artichoke

Flower Market 1619 West Main, Albert Lea, Skyline Mall Inside Nelson’s County Market (507) 373-7357 Now offering Telefloral.

We do silk and dried wall pieces, centerpieces, custom ordered arrangements and a large variety of gift items™.

Many green plants and blooming plants to choose from.

Experienced floral designers.

Distinctive Shop For Gifts Fenton, Antiques, Collectibles & Heritage Lace

Greeting Cards 2 for $1.00 Est. 1968

507-373-4258 | 222 E. Clark St. | Albert Lea

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Shopping Midwest Antiques 302 S. Broadway, Albert Lea, (507) 373-3366.

Antique furniture, toys & collectibles.

Mon.-Fri. 10 am-5 pm, Sat. 10 am-4 pm, Sun. 1 am-4 pm

Hills Gardens 2512 West Main, Albert Lea (507) 373-7253 Mon.-Fri. 8 am-8 pm, Sat. 8 am-6 pm, Sun. 12 pm-6 pm JD’S Gift Shop Bridge Ave., Northbridge Mall, Albert Lea (641) 590-3938 Unique gifts, home decor and more LET Energy System Downtown 136 S. Broadway Ave., Albert Lea (507) 373-0878 Wood burning stoves & Connie’s Corner Home Decor & Gifts

Minne-soy-ta Nice 120 E. Main, Glenville, MN (507) 448-2753 Outlet for soy candles, soaps and lotions.

New To You 123 N. Broadway, Albert Lea (507) 373-0388 Quality used clothing for the whole family.

Northbridge Mall 2510 Bridge Ave., Albert Lea, (507) 377-3185.

Over 30 of Albert Lea’s finest shops, department stores, businesses, restaurants plus two sit down restaurants, Plaza Morena and Pizza Ranch and a food court all in one convenient location. Major anchors: Shopko, Herbergers, Dunham’s and Cinema 7 Movie Theatre.

Leutholds

Leuthold's Northbridge Mall 2430 N. Bridge Ave., Albert Lea (507) 373-3142 Men’s and women’s apparel, formal men’s wear.

Martin’s Cycling & Fitness 1137 S. Broadway, Albert Lea (507) 377-3704 In business since 1981, Martin’s is your complete bike and hockey headquarters.

Mary Go Round Shoppe 106 W. Clark, Albert Lea (507) 373-7911 M-F 10 am-5 pm, Sat. 10 am-3 pm A quality consignment boutique featuring designer label family clothing, quality used furniture, glassware, nostalgia, antiques and jewelry.

Maurices Northbridge Mall 2520 N. Bridge Ave., Albert Lea (507) 373-8497 Ready to wear junior, misses & plus size women’s apparel & accessories.

Plaza Landscape & Garden Center 951 Plaza St. W., Albert Lea, (507) 373-2757 Full service garden center. Landscape designer MNLA certified.

Plymouth Shoe Store 129 S. Broadway, Albert Lea (507) 373-6793 Hours: Mon.-Wed. 9:30 am-5:30 pm, Thurs. 9:30 am-7:00 pm, Fri. 9:30 am-5:00 pm, Sat. 9:30 am-3:00 pm.

"Put Yourself In Our Shoes" at your footwear headquarters for the entire family at Plymouth Shoes Store. Family owned for over a century. Located in Historic Downtown Albert Lea. Raleigh’s Ace Hardware 2525 Bridge Ave., Albert Lea (507) 377-8636 Hardware, painting & decorating, home organization, outdoor living, home safety.

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Customized Embroidery Business, School, Sports Hats • Jackets • Polos Denim • Sweatshirts Specialty & Tractor Items

Reinertson’s Embroidery 127 S. Broadway, Downtown Albert Lea • 373-0751 www.reinertsonsembroidery.com

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Shopping Shopko Northbridge Mall 2610 Bridge Ave., Albert Lea (507) 373-6600 Clothing, home, electronics, toys, sporting goods & more.

In store pharmacy and vision departments.

Skyline Jewelers Northbridge Mall 2516 N. Bridge Ave., Albert Lea (507) 377-8515 Full service jewelry store featuring beautiful jewelry selection, special orders, unique custom designs as well as in store jewelry repair.

Something Special in the Nest 501 W. Main, Albert Lea, (507) 377-2954 Unique gifts and home accessories. Monday-Friday 10-5:00 pm, Saturday 10-3:00 pm Enjoy the unique experience of shopping in an 1887 church.

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Stadheim Jewelers 215 S. Broadway, Albert Lea (507) 373-3440 Family owned jewelry store located downtown.

Reinertson's Embroidery 127 S. Broadway, Albert Lea (507) 373-0751 Custom embroidery on shirts, jackets, pants, denim and much more.

Sterling Drug 148 S. Broadway, Albert Lea (507) 373-1486 Sterling Drug has much to offer. We carry a wide line of specialized gifts & toys, health & beauty items, seasonal merchandise, food, snacks, and of course our full service pharmacy. We even deliver your prescriptions for free!

Sears 2722 Bridge Ave., Albert Lea (507) 377-2500 We service all major brands. Kitchen and laundry appliances, heating & cooling systems, lawn equipment and more.

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Skyline Hardware Skyline Plaza 1601 W. Main St., Albert Lea (507) 377-2426 Monday thru Friday 8 am-9 am, Saturday 8 am-5 pm, Sunday 10 am-5 pm. Full service hardware store from nuts & bolts to all your painting supplies. Featuring Carhartt apparel.

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Shopping

Northbridge Mall Schedule of Events

Tiger City 101 S. Broadway, Downtown Albert Lea (507) 373-4366 All the sports gear you need, Baseball, Softball, Football, Wrestling, Hockey. Stop in and take a look.

Walgreens 703 E. Main St., Albert Lea (507) -369-0260 Serving your needs for prescriptions, health & wellness products, health information and photo services.

Wedgewood Golf Pro Shop 2200 West 9th Street, Albert Lea, MN 56007 Season passes, private lessons, clinics & more.

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March Events Science Fair Home Based Business Show Spring Craft Show Kids Fishing Expo April Events Taste of Heritage & Albert Lea Area Schools Gold Wing / Harley Club Show Family Fun Festival 10-2 Easter Egg Hunt June Events Watershed Rain Barrel Distribution July Events Crazy Days September Events Fall Craft Show October Events Sidewalk Sale Ornament, Doll, Toy, & Collectibles Show November Events Home Based Business Show Holiday Craft Show For more dates, times and more details go to www.northbridgemall.com

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Vitality Project

Vitality Project Lives On In Albert Lea, MN • Developed and manage a Community Website www.healthyfreeborncounty.org • Continued our Walking Moai initiative for the Summer 2010 with completion and prizes • Provided Free Yoga in the Park for area residents.

• Implemented Healthy snack Carts in 5 Elementary Schools.

• Provided two Elementary schools with refrigerators to store fresh fruits and vegetables • Created a school garden and educational program with free access to area youth.

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• Provided $45,000 in funding for the Front Street bike lanes.

• Initiated a permanent Standing committee for Worksite Wellness for area Business and Industry • Distributed “Healthy Snack” Brochures to all the k-6 students in Freeborn County • Provided the City of Albert Lea with funding for 30 bike rakes and 6 informational kiosks • Created a new 18 hole Disc Golf course at Riverland Community College • Produced and ran a “Healthy Freeborn County” spring Ad campaign on KAAL and KIMT • Provided Community Education with 30 pairs of snowshoes for Community use.

• Conducted trail counts of 6 trails and walking paths in Albert Lea to determine usage • Administered Parent and Teacher Surveys in 5 Elementary Schools to assist us in future planning for policy and systems change in the area of Healthy food options in our schools • Provided 20 Worksites with employee surveys and company assessments, gathering over 1,650 employee responses (43% return rate) this has provided worksites with an evaluation and planning tool that can be used when developing their worksite action plans for Wellness.

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Assisted Living & Memory Care Community 1615 Bridge Ave. Albert Lea, MN 56007 507-373-5600

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Camping Albert Lea/ Austin KOA 84259 County Rd. 46, Hayward, MN 56043 (507) 373-5170 www.koa.com Located at I-90 & I-35 between Albert Lea and Austin, MN Directions: I-90 Exit 166, right 1/2 mile, I-35 Exit 11, east 7 miles Big rigs are welcome, with pull thru sites up to 80 feet long and it's easy to get on and off two interstates. Free wireless internet. Cool off in our large pool and have fun with the kids in the wading pool, game room and on theme weekends. Golfers will be happy, there's a nine-hole golf course and driving range next door. Experience starry nights on 50 country acres. Our meeting hall seats 90, and is perfect for company picnics, RV clubs, and family reunions. Kamping Kabins are also available.

Harmony Park (507) 256-7363 County Road 45, Clarks Grove or Geneva Exit off I-35.

Two pavilions, water, electricity, toilet, on 28 acres. For more information write; 79503 298th St., Clarks Grove, MN 56016.

Myre-Big Island State Park (507) 379-3403 3 miles east of Albert Lea; east on County Road 46; south on County Road 38 or Exit 11 off I-35; follow signs. 1600 acres in an Oak Savanna Landscape including 116 acre maple/basswood Big Island.

Two semi-modern campgrounds (93 sites), 32 electric sites, water, showers, toilets; trailer dumping station. Cabin available, sleeps 5. Myre-Big Island State Park, RR 3, Box 33, Albert Lea, MN 56007.

Gopher Stop Campground Hickory Hills Campground (507) 852-4555 5 miles west of I-35, 7 miles south of Albert Lea on Hwy 69 So. Over 90 campsites, 30 amp electrical hookups; solar heated pool; camp store; game room; horseshoes; volleyball; softball; hiking. www.hickoryhillscampground.com. billekay@smig.net

(507) 256-4444 County Road 251, Clarks Grove (exit 18) off I-35.

26 campsites available, 10 pull-thru campsites, central water, electrical hookups. Gasoline and LP available at the convenience store. For more information write; Rt # 1, Box 76A, Clarks Grove, MN 56016.

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Golf Golf Courses Clarks Grove Golf Course Route 1, Clarks Grove, MN One mile south of Clarks Grove on Co. Rd. 45 Public 9 hole course (507) 256-7737 Green Lea Golf Course 101 East Richway Drive, Albert Lea Public 18 hole course with public restaurant.

(507) 373-1061 www.greenlea.com Holiday Park Golf Course One-half mile east off I-90 (exit 166) on Co. Rd. 46, Hayward, MN. Public Par 3 course. (507) 373-3886 Oakview Golf Course Three and one-half miles west of Manchester on Co. Rd. 25, Freeborn, MN. Public 9 hole course. (507) 863-2288 Wedgewood Cove Golf Club 2200 West 9th St, Albert Lea, MN 56007 (507) 373-2007 18holes, driving range, bar & restaurant and banquet facility, all open to the public. wedgewoodcove.com

Green Lea Golf Tournaments Fri., May 11 Fri., May 18 Sat., May 19 Sun., May 20 Sat., June 16 Sun., June 17 Mon., June 25 Sat., June 30 Mon., July 9 Thurs., July 19 Sat., July 28 Fri., Aug. 10 Sat. & Sun., Aug 11-12 Sun., Aug. 19 Fri., Aug. 24 Sat., Aug. 25 Sat., Sun., Mon., Sept. 1-3 Sun., Sept. 16

Alden Invitational Albert Lea Boys HS Invitational Albert Lea Wrestling Classic 2 Man Best Shot CAZ Open 3 Man “31” Best Shot PGA Junior Tournament Corey Goodnature Memorial Classic Stadheim Jewelers Junior Classic Green Lea 4 Gal Best Shot Green Lea Club Tournament Freeborn County Ag Open Albert Lea City Championship Fire Department Fundraiser Hi-Yield Customer Appreciation Day Albert Lea Hockey Open 85th Shortstop Tournament 3 Man Best Shot

Wedgewood Cove Golf Tournaments May 12 May 14 May 19 May 21 June 10 June 11 June 25 June 30 July 7 July 15 July 16 July 26 July 30 July 31 Aug. 6 Aug. 13 Aug. 17-18 Aug. 20 Aug. 27 Sept. 1 Sept. 9 Sept. 30 Oct. 14

2 Man Hidden Pin Event Y-Not Golf Outing Albert Lea Boys HS Invitational Senior 4 Man Scramble One Man Best Shot Tournament Riverland Golf Outing Senior (Quota) Tournament Corey Goodnature Memorial Classic ALHS Hall of Fame Event 4 Person Best Shot Chamber Golf Outing Sparky Golf Event Senior 2 Man Scramble Mrs. Gerry’s Junior Golf Tournament Jungle Days Event MCB Golf Outing W.C. Invitational “Shootout” Midwest Vet Supply Outing Senior 3 Man Scramble Women’s 3 Gal Scramble 3 Person Scramble One Man Best Shot Tournament Chili Open

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Recreation State Park Myre-Big Island State Park hree miles southeast of Albert Lea on County Road 38 (Exit T 11 on Interstate 35) Hiking, biking, camping, wildlife watching, snowshoeing, cross country skiing and canoeing are popular activities enjoyed by the approximately 125,000 annual visitors.

The State Park is an oasis of natural diversity in a prairie landscape surrounded by agricultural land uses. Unique features of this region’s geologic, botanic and human history can be seen in this park. For a full calendar of events please call (507) 379-3403.

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Myre-Big Island State Park Photo Submitted by Darcy Sime

Lakes Albert Lea Lake

Fishing, small boats & sailing. Lake access from Frank Avenue at the south end the of channel, Little Island at Myre Big Island State Park, metal ramp; South Shore Drive-concrete ramp. Located by the channel's entrance is - The “Pelican Breeze II” Cruise Boat.

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ishing, water skiing and sailing. Located in the heart of Albert Lea; F boat access located off Richway Drive and Highway 13. Fishing.

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We at the the Family Y have many health & wellness programs for you, no matter what your age.

For Youth Development For Healthy Living For Social Responsibility 2021 West Main • Albert Lea, MN • 507-373-8228

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Recreation City Arena Located at County Road 46 West, (507) 377-4374.

Two sheets of indoor ice. Ice will be maintained year around on one of the rinks. Look for summer public ice skating times and other ice events in our summer program brochure. Space for dry floor events and meeting rooms available on request.

Home of Waldorf College Men’s Hockey Team Albert Lea YMCA

Albert Lea City Arena

YMCA 2021 West Main, (507) 373-8228 Activities offered for the whole family to enjoy include: swimming pool, aerobics, weight room, "Eagle” fitness center, indoor running track, party room, sauna and steam room, 3 racquetball courts and three wallyball courts. The Y offers summer youth and camp programs.

Disc Golf Bancroft Bay Park Albert Lea, MN (507) 377-4370 18 hole course at Bancroft Bay Park eastside. 9 hole course located at the upper westside of the park.

Riverland College Disc Golf Course 2200 Riverland Dr., Albert Lea, MN Submitted by Angie Moller

Trails

Blazing Star Trail Frank Hall Park, Albert Lea The Blazing Star State Trail runs from Albert Lea Lake in Albert Lea through Big Island State Park. When completed, the Blazing Star State Trail will connect Albert Lea and Austin via Big Island State Park and Hayward. Currently, six miles are constructed between the city of Albert Lea and Big Island State Park. This trail also connects to Albert Lea’s city trail system. Once the trail reaches Austin, it will connect to Austin’s city trail system, as well as the Shooting Star State Trail. Trail users will enjoy views of rural landscapes along the entire trail.

Big Island State Park affords the opportunity to experience a diversity of natural environments including wetlands, oak savanna, big woods and prairie. The park is considered one of the many good birding spots in southern Minnesota, especially during spring and fall migration.

Myre-Big Island State Park 3 miles East of Albert Lea (507) 379-3403 This park has something for everyone. Located 3 miles southeast of Albert Lea on County Highway 38. Interstates 90 and 35 intersect just north of Albert Lea. Both interstates have signs directing visitors to the park. The trails take visitors around wet lowlands, oak savanna, and grasslands. Albert Lea Lake and park marshes draw hundreds of waterfowl during migration. Oak savanna and prairie landscape, including wetlands, dominate most of the park. One of the more unique aspects of the park is the 116-acre Big Island, covered with maple/basswood forest. Another is the glacial esker located in the northeast section of the park.

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Parks City Parks & Facilities Our community has abundant natural and historic areas that have been developed into over 300 acres of quality parks, recreation areas, and open space. All of the parks are open to the public, free of charge.

Throughout Albert Lea, 41 parks and recreation areas offer a wide variety of recreational and leisure facilities, including neighborhood park playfields, playground equipment, basketball courts, tennis courts, fishing areas, natural open spaces, picnic areas, softball and baseball diamonds, a swimming pool, a civic theatre, a senior center, and an ice arena.

Arrowhead Park, Freeborn, MN, established in 1978, is over 100 acres of woods, marshes, trails, and shoreline hugging the eastern shore of Freeborn Lake.

Several picnic areas and shelter house facilities are found throughout the park, as well as a boat launch and dock at the north entrance; and, further into the park, horseshoe pits, a playground, and The Point, a rocky peninsula jutting far into the lake. The Point features breathtaking and panoramic views of one of Southern Minnesota’s largest natural lakes. Many spots in the park are perfect for watching the sunset or for an evening picnic. Watch for the huge flocks of white pelicans cruising the lake from late spring until early fall. Arrowhead Park is located 3 miles south of Freeborn. Take County 29 southeast out of town, turn right at County 8, then one mile south and one mile west on 267th Street.

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Parks

Albert Lea City Parks Academy Park, Frank Hall and 3rd St; 3.1 acres This park has play apparatus, rest rooms, a baseball/ softball diamond, a warming house as well as ice skating and hockey in the winter, and is one of our nine parks that have play park leaders in the summer. Some new improvements include a new play apparatus and an in-line skating rink.

Bancroft Bay Park, West end of Hammer Rd; 74.1 acres This is a natural park area with limited development.

The amenities include two picnic shelters, picnic tables, fire rings, restrooms and hiking trails.

Bellview Park, Lincoln and 1st Ave; 1.8 acres This park has a baseball diamond, a tot lot playground and picnic tables.

Brookside, Richway and Brookside; 4.2 acres This area is open space that includes community gardens, tennis courts, and a boat landing.

Edgewater Park, Albert Lea

City Beach, North Shore and Johnson; 1.6 acres The City Beach is a swimming area with NO LIFEGUARDS. The area also has picnic benches, rest rooms, tennis courts and a sand volleyball court.

Dress Island, Botsford and Lakeview; 0.2 acre Green space with benches.

East Gate Park, East Gate and Garfield; 2.2 acres This is a neighborhood park with green space, play apparatus and a basketball court.

Eberhardt Park, Eberhardt and David; 5.1 acres This is a neighborhood park with a lot of green space, play apparatus, and a small shelter.

Edgewater Park, Edgewater and Lakeview; 62.6 acres This community park is Albert Lea’s largest park, having an abundance of green space. It has four picnic shelters, all with fireplaces, that require reservations.

This park has a public boat landing, a band shell, horseshoe courts, play apparatus, a baseball/softball diamond, rest rooms, and plenty of picnic tables! This park is closed during the winter.

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Parks Lakeview Park, Lakeview & Willamor; 13.1 acres This neighborhood park has play apparatus, a basketball court, rest rooms, two soccer fields, a warming house and ice skating in the winter, as well as Playpark Leaders in the summer.

Memorial Park, 8th St. & Margaretha; 4.9 acres This neighborhood park has a baseball/softball diamond, play apparatus, and open space.

Itasca Rock Gardens

Frank Hall Park & City Pool, Front St. & Frank Ave; 11.8 acres Frank Hall Park is green space over looking the channel to Albert Lea Lake. Across the street, next to the pool, there are six tennis courts. A zero depth splash pool and a 226 ft. waterslide are some of the amenities in addition to the pool.

Fountain Lake Park, Broadway and Fountain St; 3.9 acres This park contains green space, a gazebo for special events, and park benches overlooking Fountain Lake.

Hawthorne Park, Garfield Ave. & Hawthorne St; 4.3 acres This neighborhood park is adjacent to Hawthorne Elementary School and has plenty of open space. It has play apparatus, a baseball/softball diamond, a warming house with ice skating and hockey in the winter, and is one of our nine parks with Play park Leaders in the summer.

Morin Park, W. Main St. and St. Mary; 3.2 acres This park has rest rooms, three tennis courts, two baseball/softball diamonds, play apparatus, and basketball court.

New Denmark Park (Lincoln Park), Bridge Ave. and Green Ave; 1.1 acres This beautiful green space next to Katherine Island, has park benches, a mermaid statue, and is abundant with flower gardens.

Pioneer Park, 100 Hawthorne St.; 3.5 acres This neighborhood park has limited play apparatus, rest rooms, picnic tables, and plenty of shade to relax in on a hot summer day next to the lake!

Shoff Park, Highway 13 and Elmira; 12.1 acres This park is the home of Higbie Gardens where green space abounds! It also has a small picnic shelter, picnic tables, and limited play apparatus.

Photo Submitted by Angie Moller

Hayek Park, 4th Ave. and Clark St; 19.1 acres This park has two lighted baseball/softball diamonds, a batting cage, play apparatus, a basketball court, rest rooms, a warming house as well as ice skating and hockey in the winter.

J. M. Snyder Bridge Avenue & Riverland Drive. Includes five lighted softball diamonds and 4 large sand volleyball courts.

Katherine Island, Albert Lea & Green Ave; .2 acre A beautiful Island on Fountain Lake with park benches to relax on.

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Parks Shoreland Heights Park, The Fairway & Garden Ln; 2.3 acres This park has a good amount of green space and limited play apparatus.

Shorewood Hills Park, Brookside Circle; 0.8 acre Open space with limited play apparatus.

Snyder Fields, Bridge Ave. & Hershey St; 13.1 acres This community park is a lighted athletic complex entailing 5 ball diamonds, a concession stand with rest rooms, picnic tables, minimal play apparatus, and four sand volleyball courts.

Troy Hammer Park, Hammer Rd. and Troy Rd; 4.5 acres This neighborhood park has play apparatus, a basketball court, a baseball/softball diamond, is one of nine parks that has Play park Leaders in the summer, and has a warming house with ice skating and hockey in the winter.

Valley Park, Valley Ave. and Giles Place; 1.7 acres This neighborhood park has play apparatus, rest rooms, and baseball/softball diamond.

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Sondergaard Park, Gene Ave. & 17th St; 5.1 acres This neighborhood park has a baseball/softball diamond, a basketball court, play apparatus, an abundance of green space, and is one of our nine parks that has Play park Leaders in the summer.

Southwest Park, Front St. & Maplehill Dr; 2 4.5 acres This neighborhood park is adjacent to Sibley Elementary School and is abundant with green space.

It has play apparatus, a basketball court, six tennis courts on the east end of the school and a baseball/ softball diamond northeast of the school.

New Denmark Park Photo Submitted by Julie Bronson

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717 Marshall St. • Albert Lea • 507-373-9446 24 HOUR EMERGENCY LOCK & GLASS SERVICE

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Churches Assemblies of God:

Trinity Lutheran Church

1540 South Shore Drive 373-7989 Sun. 10:00 am Worship

Baptist:

Calvary Baptist 373-4306 2016 North Bridge Avenue Sun. 10:30 am Worship Faith Baptist (GARBC) 373-4412 905 Fairlane Terrace Sun. 10:30 am & 6:00 pm Worship - Wed. 7:00 pm Prayer First Baptist (ABC) 373-2734 335 West Clark Street Sun. 10:30 am Worship - June - August 9:30 Worship Bible Study - Tuesday 9:30 am

Catholic:

St. Theodore’s Catholic 373-0603 or 373-5254 315 East Clark Street Sat. 4:00 Confession, 5:15 pm Mass 7:00 pm Spanish Mass Sun. 8:30 & 10:30 am Mass

Christian Church:

New Life Christian Church 373-1533 1705 S.E. Marshall Street Sun. 10:30 am Worship

Church of Christ

Church of Christ 919 James Avenue Sun. 10:30 am & 6:00 pm Worship

United Church of Christ:

Freeborn Congregational UCC 863-2496 408 Main St. Freeborn 9:00 a.m. Worship

Episcopal:

Christ Episcopal 373-3188 204 Fountain Street Holy Eucarist - 10:00 am Sun. Adult Education - 11:45 am Sun.

Evangelical Free:

Crossroads Evangelical Free Church 377-3276 3402 Hoeger Lane (Office) Sun. 9:00 & 10:30 Worship

Evangelical Covenant: 408 East 18th Street

Jehovah’s Witnesses:

Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall 373-5234 1963 South Broadway

Interdenominational:

Our Father’s House 373-7799 Highway 69 South

St. Theodore Catholic Church & School 315 East Clark St., Albert Lea, MN

Mass Schedule

Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:15 pm Sunday (Broadcast on KATE Radio AM 1450) . . 9:30 am Sunday (Spanish) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11:00 am

Lutheran:

Ascension Lutheran (ELCA) 373-3408 1101 Highway 69 South Sun. 8:30 & 10:30 am Worship Concordia Bear Lake Lutheran 852-3796 15554 690th Ave., Albert Lea

Confessions: Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4:00 pm Reconciliación en Español Sábado . . . . . . . . 4:00 pm

LOVE FRIENDSHIP  HOPE  JOY  FAMILY  ANSWERS 

Parish Office: 308 E. Fountain St. 373-0603 Education Office: 323 E. Clark 373-9657

A NEW START! A NEW LIFE!

Catholic School Mission Statement

St. Theodore Catholic School promotes excellence through a well-rounded academic curriculum in a Christ centered environment.

Visit Our Website www.sttheo.org

Sunday Worship 10:30 am

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1705 SE Marshall, Albert Lea 507-373-1533

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First Lutheran (ELCA) 301 West Clark Street 373-6424 Thurs. 6:30 pm, Sun. 8 & 11 am, 9:30 am Contemporary Grace Lutheran (ELCA) 373-6496 918 Garfield Sun. 8:30 & 11:00 am Worship, 9:45 Sunday School Wed. 7:00 pm Worship Moscow Lutheran 373-0069 25826 870th Ave. Sun. 8:30 am Worship

Churches

Presbyterian:

First Presbyterian 373-2035 308 Water Street Sun. 10:00 am Worship

Salvation Army:

Salvation Army 373-5710 302 Court Sun. 11:00 am & 5:00 pm Worship

Seventh-Day Adventist:

Our Savior’s Lutheran (ELS) 373-6097 320 West College Sun. 9:00 am Worship

Seventh-Day Adventist 373-0622 Highway 69 South Sat. 11:00 am Worship Grace Lutheran Church

Salem Lutheran (ECLA) 373-2184 115 North Washington Sun. 8:00 & 10:30 am Worship Trinity Lutheran (ELCA) 373-2466 501 South Washington Sun. 8:00 & 10:00 am Worship Zion Lutheran (LCMS) 373-8609 924 Bridge Avenue Sun. 8:00 & 10:30 am Worship

Methodist:

United Methodist 373-8233 702 Highway 69 South Sun. 8:00 & 10:45 am Worship

Mormon:

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 377-2250 1721 Bay Oaks Dr. Sun. 10:00 am Worship

Non-Denominational:

Grace

Lutheran Church 918 Garfield Ave., Albert Lea

Grace Christian Church 373-1140 501 West College Sun. 10:00 am Worship

Worship With Us

Sundays

Our Father’s House 373-7799 18358 US Highway 69 Sun. 10:15 am Worship Bear Lake Lutheran Church Photo Submitted by Darcy Sime

8:30 & 11:00 am Worship (Sept.-May) 9:45 am Sunday School (Sept.-May) 8:30 & 10:00 am Worship (June-Aug.) NURSERY STAFF AVAILABLE

WEDNESDAYS 7:00 PM (June-Aug) Pastor Todd Walsh Pastor Andrea Myers

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Meeting Facilities Americas Best Value Inn

Banquets

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Albert Lea Armory

410 Prospect Ave., Albert Lea • (507) 379-3408 Fully air-conditioned; one large loading door; kitchen available; handicapped accessible; 16 x 16 portable staging available. Capacity of 400-1200 people.

Albert Lea City Arena

701 Lake Chapeau Dr., Albert Lea • (507) 377-4374 Sound system available, 2 sheets of ice available from August to May. Capacity of 1200-1400 in the arena. Capacity of 3500 March - October, also variety sizes of other rooms are available. Dry floor activities available from May to August.

Americas Best Value Inn

2306 East Main, Albert Lea • (507) 373-6471 Capacity to seat 400 people; 5 meeting rooms available. Food service is offered.

Overhead projectors, screens, flipcharts, and many more supplies offered for meeting rooms.

Best Western Albert Lea

821 East Plaza St., Albert Lea • (507) 373-4000 Seating capacity 20-25; TV, VCR, white board, photo copier/fax access.

Private bath, refrig., microwave, fully air conditioned. Handicapped accessible.

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The Marion Ross Performing Arts Center

147 North Broadway, Albert Lea • (507) 377-4371 City owned facility. Fully air conditioned; one large loading door; PA system; elevator for handicap accessibility; microphones; theatre-style projector; and other facility equipment. Seating capacity of 234-253 people.

Albert Lea Family Y

2021 West Main St., Albert Lea • (507) 373-8228 Full kitchen available. Two rooms available, one seats 60, second seats 40.

Albert Lea/Austin KOA

84259 County Rd. 46, Hayward, MN • (507) 373-5170 Seating capacity 90.

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AmericInn Motel

811 East Plaza St., Albert Lea • (507) 373-4324 Seating capacity 20-25; TV, VCR, white board, photo copier/fax access.

Private bath, refrig., microwave, fully air conditioned. Handicapped accessible.

American Legion

142 North Broadway, Albert Lea • (507) 373-7993 Seating capacity 250, PA System, TV, full menu and service bar available.

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Country Inn and Suites

2214 East Main, Albert Lea • (507) 373-5513 Seating capacity of 70. TV, VCR, white board, copy, fax, climate controlled, coffee. HCP accessible, catering available.

Eagles Club

205 West William, Albert Lea • (507) 373-1162 Seating capacity 250, handicapped accessible. Kitchen available, PA system, microphone. Two rooms available, one seats 40-45, second seats 150.

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Meeting Facilities America’s Best Value Inn

Banquets

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Exhibit Space

Sporting Events

Freeborn County Fairgrounds - Fairlane Building

1029 Bridge Ave., Albert Lea • (507) 373-6965 Outdoor arena for sporting events and buildings available for rent upon request.

Fairlane Building is heated, air conditioned, full kitchen. 4000 sq. ft., Seating for 300.

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1002 S. Broadway, Albert Lea • (507) 373-5678 Seating capacity 50. PA System, TV, Kitchen available, Full Service bar.

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Green Lea Golf Course

101 West Richway Dr., Albert Lea • (507) 373-1061 Seating capacity of 120; noon lunch and some evening meals are served; liquor available. Newly remodeled.

HealthReach

1705 South East Broadway, Albert Lea • (507) 373-9460 2 meeting rooms; seating capacity of 45-100 people; kitchen available if catering is brought in; open only until 6:00 p.m. Flip charts, fax machine, photocopier available upon request.

Knights Inn

2301 East Main St., Albert Lea • (507) 373-8291 PA system; projector and sound equipment; screens; blackboard; microphone; photocopier; fax; and many more other meeting essentials.

Ample space for up to 400 guests.

Knights of Columbus

1623 W. Main St., Skyline Plaza, Abert Lea • (507) 373-2106

Riverland Community College

2200 Riverland Dr., Albert Lea • (507) 379-3300 Lecture hall seats 110 and other rooms varying in sizes. Audio visual department and teleconferencing capabilities available. Excellent food service is available through special services.

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Trails Travel Center

820 Happy Trails Lane, Albert Lea • (507) 373-4200 Handicapped accessible, private meetings facilities, food service, fast food available. Seating capacity 45-50.

Wedgewood Cove Golf Club

2200 West 9th Street, Albert Lea (507) 373-2007 Seating capacity is 450. It can be separated into thirds, halves or 2/3 for smaller dinners, seminars, wedding receptions, meetings and banquets.

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Real Estate Bent Tree Windfarm

Submitted by Darcy Sime

If you’ve been out and about in the Albert Lea area lately you’ve undoubtedly noticed that construction on Alliant Energy’s Bent Tree Wind Farm project here in Freeborn County.

The Bent Tree Wind Farm site spans approximately 32,500 acres and has the potential to develop up to 400 megawatts of emissions-free wind energy. Phase I will consist of 122 turbines that are capable of producing up to 200 megawatts of electricity, enough to power approximately 50,000 homes.

A final timeline for the construction of Phase II of Bent Tree Wind Farm has yet to be determined.

Go With Experience!

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Serving the area’s real estate needs since 1978

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204 S. Washington Ave., Suite 101 Albert Lea, MN 56007 www.cbhomeconnection.com

971 Plaza St. W., Albert Lea • (507) 377-4284 Open Mon.-Fri. 7-5, Thurs. until 7

Phil Scott 507-208-0196

507-373-8963 MLS

Angie Dahlum Office Manager

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Additional Information

Pets Allowed

Handicap Accessible

Restaurant (Within 1 Block)

Restaurant (Inside)

Meeting Rooms

Pool (Outdoor)

Pool (Indoor)

Motorcoach Parking

Bar Lounge

Complimentary Breakfast

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Accommodations

AMERICAS BEST VALUE INN 127 • • • • • • • • • East Main Street 507-373-6471 I-35 Exits 11 or 12

Only hotel in Albert Lea with a restaurant & lounge. 2306 Free local calls, high-speed wireless internet, expanded cable & premium channels, laundry facilities. Meeting space for up to 400 people. Large pool.

AMERICINN MOTEL 42 • • • • • • 811 East Plaza Street 507-373-4324 • 800-634-3444 I-90 Exit 157 and Bridge Ave.

Fireplace in lobby, video/ game room, pool table, corp. rates available, whirlpool suites available. Shopping nearby. Family rates. Newly renovated.

BEST WESTERN PLUS 52 • • • • • • Just Renovated, triple diamond rating. Exercise room, Indoor 821 East Plaza Street Pool, Guest Laundry, full hot breakfast daily, Triple sheeting on pillow-top beds, High speed WI-FI, HBO, 37 ‘ Flat Screens, Bath & 1-800-WESTERN • 507-373-4000 Body amenities, microwave & fridge in all rooms. Near shopping I-90 Exit 157 and Bridge Ave. & dining.

BEL AIRE MOTEL HILLTOP INN 700 Hwy. 69 S., Albert Lea 507-377-1394

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COMFORT INN 810 Happy Trails Lane 507-377-1100 65 • • • • • • I-35 at Trail’s Travel Center

Phones with data-ports, cable TV, coffeemaker, hair dryers, guest laundry, whirlpools. Special group rates. AAA, Free WIFI.

COUNTRY INN & SUITES

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COUNTRYSIDE INN 2102 East Main Street 49 • • • • • 507-373-2446 • 888-373-1188 I-35 Exits 11 or 12

Hardwood floors, cozy accommodations, genuine country hospitality, whirlpool, exercise facilities, in-room coffee maker, hair dryer & iron & ironing board.

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS 4712 Wheelerwood Rd., Northwood, 641-323-7500 77820 Main St. E., Albert Lea Opening Fall ‘12

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KNIGHTS INN 123 • • • • • • • • 2301 East Main Street 507-369-5210 I-35 Exits 11 or 12

Cable TV, banquet facilities, exercise room, game room, semi parking & plug-ins, guest launderette, AAA, Sr. Citizen, free local calls. Corporate Lodging.

Wireless high speed internet.

MOTEL 65 8 • Highway 65 South 507-373-9792 • 800-373-9792 I-35 Exits 8 or I-35 Exit 11

Low rates. Family owned & operated. Air conditioning, color & cable TV, Encore & Disney channels, in room coffee makers, plug-ins available, shower units, shopping nearby. Children 12 & under stay free.

SUPER 8 MOTEL 60 • • • • • 2019 East Main Street 507-377-0591 • 800-800-8000 I-35 Exits 11 or 12 I-90 to I-35 South Exit 12

Color cable TV & Disney channel, air conditioning, breakfast 6 am to 9:30 am. Children under 12 stay free.

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Albert Lea’s Only Full Service Hotel

Quiet Location Located at the Intersection of I-35 & I-90 • AAA Approved FF With 2 Diamonds • Ground Floor Units With Private Exterior Entrances • All Rooms Have Refrigerators And Some Have Microwaves • Free Continental Breakfast • Wireless Internet • Free HBO & Cable TV • Pets Welcome • AARP & Military Discounts Available • Restaurants Near By • Free Local Calls

CLEAN COMFORTABLE ROOMS Banquet & Meeting with Seating for up to 400 Free Continental Breakfast Large Indoor Pool Free High Speed Wireless Internet #1 Local Hotel on the Internet for Amenities

Call Your Host Julie at: 507-373-2446 Reservations Toll Free 888-373-1188 www.countrysideinnmotel.com

2102 E. Main Street • Albert Lea, MN 56007 (20 Minutes From The Diamond Jo Casino)

Open at 11:00 am Daily Serving Lunch & Dinner Happy Hour Specials 3 pm-6 pm

2306 E. Main Street Albert Lea, MN 56007 www.abvialbertlea.com 507-373-6471 •866-373-6471

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double wide for safety. Trail access to most motels. For more information and a snowmobile map call 1-800-345-8414. Check www.snowtracks.com for trail conditions.

Keep Lakes Clean for Fish, Wildlife and People

Photo Submitted by Darcy Sime

All Surfaces Drain to Our Lakes:  No  No  No

littering anywhere dumping down storm sewers cigarette butts on land or in water Shell Rock River Watershed District 507-377-5785 P.O. Box 1147, Albert Lea, MN 56007 www.shellrock.org

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Medical MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEMS ALBERT LEA, MN

» In 1912, the first 40 bed hospital was built. » In 1923, 40 additional beds were added. » In 1946, an additional 35 beds were put in place » In 1975, the current Naeve Hospital was completed. » The current employee count is 1,310.

» With the addition of two floors to the clinic building and the expansion completed at the front entrance, the Albert Lea Medical Center is now at 31,000 square meters of space.

507-373-2384 or 888-999-2386 almedcenter.org

Quality Health Care ...

Shoff Chiropractic Promoting Health & Wellness Since 1950

Broadway Building 139 S. Broadway Albert Lea, MN 56007 Located in Historic Downtown Albert Lea

Call For Your Appointment Today

507-373-7054

Dr. Christopher Shoff

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Mon.-Wed. 7 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. by appointment

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Points of Interest Public Buildings

1. Armory/Convention Center 2. Albert Lea High School 3. Chamber of Commerce 4. City Offices/Library 5. Courthouse/Sheriff/Police 6. Post Office 7. Riverland Community College

Recreational

8. Albert Lea Art Center 9. Albert Lea Civic Theatre 10. Albert Lea Family YMCA 11. Bancroft Bay Park 12. City Arena 13. City Beach 14. Public Boat Landings (4) 15. City Pool 16. Wedgewood Cove Golf Course 17. Edgewater Park

Veterans Memorial, Downtown Albert Lea

18. Fairgrounds 19. Green Lea Golf Course 20. Holiday Lanes 21. Myre Big Island State Park 22. Softball Complex (J.M. Snyder Field) 23. Tennis Courts (3) 24. High School Athletic Fields 25. Albert Lea Airport 28. Historical Museum 29. Pelican Breeze II (Cruise Boat) 30. Bike Trail 42. Convention & Visitors Bureau 43. Albert Lea Business Development Center

Just a few of the

OVER 2,000 PRODUCTS

we manufacture in

Albert Lea

Shopping and Industrial Area

32. Downtown District 33. Northbridge Mall 34. Skyline Plaza 35. Greater Jobs, Inc. Industrial Park 36. Northaire Industrial Park 37. Southside Business District 38. New Industrial Park 44. Truck/Travel Centers

Medical

38. Albert Lea Medical Center 39. Dr. Shoff Chiropractic

Innovation drives performance Industrial finishing and cleaning systems and support products

almco.com

Highly-engineered products for medical, agricultural, food service and other industries

lou-rich.com

Ultra precision aluminum extrusions and manufacturing

exactmfg.com

Automated and semi-automated wall panel equipment for the construction industry

panplus.com

innovance.com

505 W. Front Street, Albert Lea, MN 56007 507-377-8910

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Financial POPULATION . . .

Albert Lea Alden Bricelyn Clarks Grove Conger Ellendale Emmons Freeborn Geneva Glenville Hartland Hayward Hollandale Kiester Lake Mills Manchester Myrtle New Richland Northwood Twin Lakes Wells

Photo Submitted by Joy Behr

18,016 661 365 706 146 691 391 297 555 643 315 250 303 501 2,100 57 48 1,203 1,989 151 2,343

FREEBORN COUNTY COMMUNITY INFORMATION: MEDIAN INCOME: MEDIAN HOME VALUE: Homes owned: Homes Rented: Median Age: Households with children:

$39,620 $136,800 75.17% 23.51% 41.16 yrs.

28.58%

BIG CITY OPPORTUNITIES - Small town character!

Albert Lea and Freeborn County is an ideal community in which to live, work and play, it is a very affordable, friendly place to live. The area is rich in agriculture, diverse industry, retail and residential assets, and has the natural beauty of several lakes. » A quality education for children. » Variety of cultural and recreational opportunities. » Convenient access to work. » Low cost of living » Cost of Living: Albert Lea’s cost of living is less than the US average. » A place you can feel safe and secure » Blue Zone Community » Land & leasing costs are lower than the State average.

Just over 33,000 people make Freeborn County their home. The City of Albert Lea is the largest city in Freeborn County, with a population of over 18,000 residents.

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Climate

Coldest Month: January (The January low is 4°) Warmest Month: July (average temperature 83° F) Mean Daily Max: 25 Degrees F Mean Daily Max: 85 Degrees F Mean Daily Min: 7 Degrees F Mean Daily Min: 63 Degrees F Number of Days Between Killing Frosts: 150 Number of Days Above 90 Degrees: 19 Highest recorded temperature was 102° in 1988.

Lowest recorded temperature was –33° in 1996.

Average Annual Snowfall: 38 Inches Average Annual Rainfall: 31 Inches of Rain (The number of days with any measurable precipitation is 96.) The most precipitation on average occurs in June.

Number of Sunny Days: 188 The air quality in Albert Lea, MN is 56 on a scale to 100 (higher is better). This is based on ozone alert days and number of pollutants in the air, as reported by the EPA. Photo Submitted by Darcy Sime

TRADES & LABOR

United Employees Credit Union serves the communities of Freeborn & Mower Counties with a wide range of financial products and services.

FEDERAL CREDIT UNION Savings, Checking, Debit & Credit Cards, Loans, Direct Deposit, Payroll Deduction, IRA's, Plus More

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430 Bridge Ave., Albert Lea, MN 507-377-1616 or 507-377-0276 Toll Free 1-877-657-8666

www.unitedecu.com

On the right track since 1958

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Architects & Civil Engineers 907 Sykes St. • Albert Lea, MN Phone 507-373-0689 Fax 507-373-0716

Proud to Serve the Community • Locally Owned Since • Exceptional Customer Service 1906 • Full Service Banking • Experienced • Great Rates on Loan & Deposit Products

Member FDIC

www.securitybankmn.com 507-373-1481 or 1-800-657-6961 437 Bridge, Albert Lea, MN • 201 Main St., Emmons, MN

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Classes offered Days, Evenings, Weekends, and Online for our

PROGRAMS OF STUDY: CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION ACCOUNTING, BUSINESS, BUSINESS AND OFFICE Accounting Health Unit Coordinator Business & Office Technology Medical Secretary ALLIED HEALTH Home Health Aide Mammography Nursing Assistant Nursing Pathway: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Nursing Program (RN) PN Mobility Program Patient Care Associate Radiography COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY Cisco速 Certified Network Associate Computer Technology Computer Systems Networking Microsoft速 Systems Engineer Web Developer Web Page Design & Web Master CONSTRUCTION AND MANUFACTURING Carpentry Technology Construction Electrician Industrial Maintenance & Mechanics Production Technician Solar Installer Welding Technology Wind Turbine Technology MANAGEMENT Commodity Marketing Farm Business Management Small Business Management Supervisory Management SERVICE Cosmetology Human Services Law Enforcement/Criminal Justice Massage Therapy

ALBERT LEA CAMPUS 2200 Riverland Drive Albert Lea, MN 56007 507-379-3300

www.riverland.edu

AUSTIN CAMPUS 1900 8th Avenue NW Austin, MN 55912 507-433-0600

TRANSPORTATION Automotive Service Technology Collision Repair Technology Diesel Technology: Commercial Vehicle Mechanics Truck Driving

LIBERAL ARTS & SCIENCES COMMUNICATIONS English French Spanish Speech HISTORY AND THE SOCIAL & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES Anthropology Business & Economics Geography History Political Science Psychology Sociology HUMANITIES & FINE ARTS Art Music Philosophy Religion Theatre MATHEMATICAL/LOGICAL REASONING NATURAL SCIENCES Astronomy Biology Chemistry Earth Science Physics PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH Athletics Coaching Human Performance TRANSITIONAL STUDIES Be Your Best College Prep Academy College Prep Writing/Reading/Math Cycles for Success English for Academic Purposes

OWATONNA CAMPUS Owatonna College and University Center 965 Alexander Drive SW Owatonna, MN 55060 507-455-5880

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Education Albert Lea High School

Albert Lea School District 241 delivers diverse course offerings and the latest technology along with teachers who work for the success of their students.

With a focus on engaged learning and a commitment to adapt to the rapidly changing technology of the 21st century, District 241 educates youth in skillful interactions with the people and tools around them.

Thinking. Achieving. Caring.

Higher Education Riverland Community College is a comprehensive community college that provides a wide range of studentcentered educational opportunities to enhance personal growth and economic vitality.

Pursue your dreams, improve your future and enjoy the process â&#x20AC;&#x201C; at a fraction of the cost of many colleges.

Locations in Albert Lea, Austin and the Owatonna College & University Center make it easy to complete one of the more than 50 career programs and 32 transfer programs.

These include technical programs that train students for great jobs in as little as nine months and liberal arts degrees that easily transfer to four-year colleges and universities.

More than 90 percent of Riverland graduates move on to the job or school of their choice.

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Visit us at www.alamcowood.com

SHOPPING

(507) 373-1401 Fax (507) 373-8116 (877) 679-9663

OVER 25 STORES & BUSINESSES

Alamco Wood Products, LLC is a manufacturer of environmentally-friendly glued laminated timber beams and arches for many uses.

Department Stores Specialty Shops

Shopping Hours M-F 10-9, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5

Freeborn County Fair Gateway Arch

Some business & holiday hours vary

Pizza Ranch - Plaza Morena Cinema 7 Theatre Salons and Spa

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Root River Hardwoods, Inc.

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Come Visit Our Showroom

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