2013-2014 Community Guide

a e L t r e b Al and Surrounding Communities

2013-2014 Community & Relocation Guide Published by the Freeborn County Shopper

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Welcome to...

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and Surrounding Communities Annual Events

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Welcome!

We’re proud to publish the 2013-2014 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!

Albert Lea is your connection to the Midwest, located at the crossroads of Interstate Highways I-35 and I-90 along with U.S. Highways 65 & 69 and State Highway 13.

Published by: The

Freeborn County

Shopper

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Attractions & The Arts

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Dining & Night Life

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Shopping

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Healthy Freeborn County, Senior Section

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Recreation

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City & County Parks, Downtown Albert Lea

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Autos, Convenient Stores

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Churches

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Meeting Facilities, Accommodations

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Snowmobile Trails, Medical

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Points of Interest, Map

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Climate, Financial & Education

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A Southern Minnesota Shoppers Publication

110 Pearl St. Albert Lea, MN 56007 507-373-1310 Fax 507-373-7584 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

3Wheels and AFlat Fundraiser April 5, 2013 Marion Ross Performing Arts Center www.thealbertleaartcenter.org Blue Grass Music Festival April 12-14, 2013 Knights Inn, Albert Lea

International Museum Day May 18, 2013 Freeborn County Historical Museum www.fchm.us Albert Lea Wrestling Golf Classic May 18, 2013 Green Lea Golf Course www.greenlea.com

Duck’s Unlimited Banquet April 16, 2013 Albert Lea City Arena

2 Man Best Shot Tournament May 19, 2013 Green Lea Golf Course www.greenlea.com

Fountain Lake 5K April 20, 2013 Brookside School www.albertleatourism.org

Land Between the Lakes Triathalon May 19, 2013 Edgewater Park www.finalstretch.com

Church Basement Ladies, Musical Comedy April 25, 26, 27, 28(M), & May 1, 2, 3, 4 Marion Ross Performing Arts Center www.actonbroadway.com

Y-Not Golf Tournament May 20, 2013 Wedgewood Cove Golf Course www.ymcaal.org

MAY Crossroads of Destruction Demolition Derby May 3-4, 2013 Freeborn County Fairgrounds American Cancer Society 39th Annual 100 mile Bike-a-thon May 4, 2013 Sibley School Winne Ha Ha Camper Rally May 10-11, 2013 Freeborn County Fairgrounds Joyce Matthies Dancers Spring Review May 17-18, 2013 Marion Ross Performing Arts Center www.actonbroadway.com

Tom Wangen AKA Jared Howe in Concert May 25, 2013, 7:30PM Marion Ross Performing Arts Center www.actonbroadway.com

JUNE Open Streets Albert Lea “A Day of Play” June 1, 2013 Albert Lea, Minnesota www.albertleatourism.org Lakeview & Cloverleaf Lions Annual Fly-In Breakfast June 7, 2013 Albert Lea Municipal Airport

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Glenville Days June 7-9, 2013 Glenville, Minnesota Eddie Cochran Weekend June 7-9, 2013 Freeborn County Historical Museum www.fchm.us Albert Lea Aquatic Center Opens June 8, 2013 www.cityofalbertlea.org Rock & Roll Church Service June 9, 2013 United Methodist Church Albert Lea Parks & Recreation Mystery Movie June 12, 2013, 2-4pm Marion Ross Performing Arts Center www.cityofalbertlea.org Alden Morin Lake Days June 14-16, 2013 Alden, Minnesota Albert Lea Auto Fair June 18-22, 2013 Freeborn County Fairgrounds Kiester Days June 20-23, 2013 Kiester, Minnesota www.cityofkiester.com Farming of Yesteryear Swap Meet, Horse Show and Antique Tractor Pull June 22-23, 2013 Kiester, MN Vintage Style Show June 22, 2013 Freeborn County Historical Museum www.fchm.us Freeborn County Fair

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Wind Down Wednesday on Broadway Summer Market & Music Festival June 26, 2013 Central Park www.winddownwednesday.com

4th of July Classic Car Show July 4, 2013 North Broadway Parking Lot www.albertleatourism.org Happy Days, a New Musical July 10, 11, 12, 13, 14(M), 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 2013 Marion Ross Performing Arts Center www.actonbroadway.com

Minnesota State H.O.G. Rally June 27-29, 2013 Freeborn County Fairgrounds www.mnstatehogrally.com Emmons Borderfest June 28-29, 2013 Emmons, Minnesota

Art & Garden Tour July 14-15, 2013 Albert Lea www.thealbertleaartcenter.org

Walters Days June 29, 2013 Walters, MN

April Sorenson Memorial 1/2-Marathon July 13, 2013 Country Inn & Suites www.livelaughrun.com

Corey Goodnature Memorial Golf Classic June 29, 2013 Green Lea Golf Course www.greenlea.com

Hayward Days July 13-14, 2013 Hayward, Minnesota

JULY

Classic Air Stream Camper Rally July 14-16, 2013 Freeborn County Fairgrounds

Crossroads Campers Rally July 3-7, 2013 Freeborn County Fairgrounds

Freeborn County Chamber of Commerce Golf Outing July 15, 2013 Wedgewood Cove Golf Course www.albertlea.org

3rd of July Parade July 3, 2013 Bridge Avenue Pelican Breeze II Fireworks Cruise July 4, 2013 Albert Lea Lake

Wind Down Wednesday on Broadway Summer Market & Music Festival July 17, 2013 Central Park www.winddownwednesday.com

4th of July Fireworks July 4, 2013, 10pm Fountain Lake

Events

Ellendale Days July 18-19, 2013 Ellendale, Minnesota

Ryder Cup Golf Tournament July 19-20, 2013 Green Lea & Wedgewood Golf Courses Freeborn Days July 20, 2013 Freeborn, Minnesota Alden Citywide Yard Sales July 20, 2013 Alden, Minnesota Shinefest Tractor Ride July 20, 2013 Freeborn County Fairgrounds Community Fun Festival July 21, 2013 First Baptist Church, Clarks Grove, MN Miles of Memories by Tex & Mary Schutz July 26, 2013, 7:30PM Marion Ross Performing Arts Center www.actonbroadway.com

AUGUST Freeborn County Fair July 30-August 4, 2013 Freeborn County Fairgrounds www.freeborncountyfair.com Relay for Life August 9, 2013 Freeborn County Fairgrounds www.relayforlife.org Albert Lea City Golf Championship August 10-11, 2013 Wedgewood Cove & Green Lea Courses

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Events

Kennel Club of Freeborn County Dog Show August 10-11, 2013 Albert Lea City Arena www.kennelcluboffreeborncounty.org Wells Kernel Days August 15-18, 2013 Wells, Minnesota Wind Down Wednesday on Broadway Summer Market & Music Festival August 21, 2013 Central Park www.winddownwednesday.com “Echoes from the Past” August 21, 2013 Graceland Cemetery www.fchm.us

Hollandale Harvest Festival September 7, 2013 Hollandale, Minnesota Ryan “Pie” Truesdell Memorial Sports Weekend September 7-8, 2013 Snyder Field 30th Annual Threshing Festival September 7-8, 2013 Kiester, MN OW Bo’s Camping Group September 10-11, 2013 Freeborn County Fairgrounds Crossroads Camping Group September 13-15, 2013 Freeborn County Fairgrounds

Cruise to the Cove August 22, 2013 Wedgewood Cove www.wedgewoodcove.com

Autumn in the Village September 15, 2013 Freeborn County Historical Museum www.fchm.us

Big Island BBQ August 23-24, 2013 Freeborn County Fairgrounds www.bigislandfestivalandbbq.org

Vintage Pride Snowmobile Drags/Swap September 21, 2013 Northbridge Mall

Albert Lea Hockey Golf Open August 24, 2013 Green Lea Golf Course www.greenlea.com

SEPTEMBER 86th Annual Short Stop Golf Tournament August 31-September 2, 2013 Green Lea Golf Course www.greenlea.com

2013 Big Freeze Polar Bear Plung

NOVEMBER Warm Hearts, Warm Drinks Food Drive November 26, 28 & 29, 2013 Downtown Albert Lea

DECEMBER Christmas Gathering December 1, 2013 Albert Lea www.fchm.us 20th Annual Drive-thru Live Nativity December 6-7, 2013 New Life Christian Church www.newlifechristianal.org Festival of Trees November 21-December 31, 2013 Northbridge Mall www.thealbertleaartcenter.org

JANUARY 2014 Gourmet Food Auction January 25, 2014 Wedgewood Cove www.albertlea.org

FEBRUARY 2014 Minnesota State Spring Barrow Show February 6-7, 2014 Freeborn County Fairgrounds

Fall Festival September 21, 2013 Downtown Albert Lea

OCTOBER Air Stream V Camping Rally October 3-6, 2013 Freeborn County Fairgrounds 27th Annual Big Island Rendezvous and Festival October 5-6, 2013 Bancroft Bay Park www.bigislandfestivalandbbq.org

Big Freeze February 15, 2014 Edgewater Park www.bigfreeze.org Annual Pheasants Forever Banquet February 22, 2014 Albert Lea American Legion southcentral.pheasantsforever.org

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Events

MARCH 2014 KATE Home Show March 7-9, 2014 Skyline Plaza March Madness Beef Show March 15, 2014 Freeborn County Fairgrounds Albert Lea Figure Skating Club Show March 22 & 23, 2014 Albert Lea City Arena www.alfsc.org

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Albert Lea Farmer’s Market May 15 - November 2, 2013 North Broadway Parking Lot, Downtown Albert Lea (North Broadway and Fountain Street) Wednesdays 4pm-6pm Saturdays 9am-12pm Contact: Verleys Huntley: 507-297-5546 vhuntley@wctatel.net

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Clarks Grove COMMUNITY FUN FEST

• July 21, 2013 3-6 pm, First Baptist Church Fun, Food, Live Music

Mondays: $5.00 Build Your Own Burger Night Tuesday: $ 2.00 Coors Light Bottles, $2.00 Rail Vodka & $2.00 Off Full Order of Apps Wednesdays: Cheeseburger Sliders $1.75 each Thursdays: 50¢ Wings CALL AHEAD FOR TAKE-OUT ORDERS OPEN DAILY FOR LUNCH 507-256-8014 Grill Closes at 10 pm

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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.

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.

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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 20, 2013 at 9:00 pm Featuring: The Johnny Holm Band Music lovers are invited to come enjoy the evening.

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Kiester Kiester Days

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June 20-23, 2013 • Steak Fry • Street Dance • Car Show • Softball & Volleyball Tournament • Parade 11 am Saturday • Church in the Park • Food Stands, Picnics

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Swap Meet and Horse Show, Antique Tractor Pull June 22 & 23, 2013

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Free Admission, Food Stands, Country Store, Primitive Camping For more information call (507) 383-1966

30th Annual Threshing Festival When an Old Farm Comes to Life Saturday & Sunday, Sept. 7th & 8th Entertainment Both Days

• 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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School House Committee is Sponsoring a Photo Contest form 2011 Festival - Contact Lois at 507-294-3293

Kiester is a small town nestled among some of the highest hills, known as glacial moraines, in Southern Minnesota. The tallest of these “Kiester Hills” is at an altitude of 1,432 feet above sea level.

We are a thriving community with many vital businesses tied to agriculture, two fine churches, a spectacular movie theatre (Kee Civic Theatre), very active main street businesses and much, much more. You will find we have some of the friendliest folks around, making Kiester a great place to raise a family!

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Wells

WELLS KERNEL DAYS • August 15-18, 2013 hursday: Little Miss Kernel Pageant T Friday: Dodgeball & Volleyball Touranments, Tractor Races & Events, Live Music, Fireworks Saturday: Farmer’s Market, Maple Valley Classic Car Show & Cruise, Softball, Volleyball, Bocce Ball, Bean Bag & Cribbage Tournaments, Kids pedal Tractor Pull, Cow Plop Bingo, Talent Show, Giant Parage, Jaycees Street Dance Sunday: VFW Pancake Breakfaswt, Softball & Golf Tournaments

For complete schedule go to: www.cityofwells.net

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WELLS, MN... “For An Afternoon, For A Lifetime” On the first day of July, 1869, Col. Clark Thompson along with H. W. Holly, and M. Conant staked out 160 acres as a town site of what was to become the village of Wells. The town was named in honor of Thompson’s wife, whose maiden name was Rebecca Wells. Wells holds the distinction of being the first railroad town in the Faribault County. Today, Wells is a thriving community with friendly residents who welcome visitors to see the city of which they are so proud!

Wells Depot Museum

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Ellendale

“Top of the Hill�

A great place to call home. In 1900 the Burlington, Cedar Rapids & Northern Railroad came through our area on its way north to Minneapolis. Mr. Thomas H. Brown, the town site agent for the railroad, had chosen the Elling Ellingson farm as the location for a new town because it was half way between Albert Lea and Owatonna and had good farm land that could benefit from supplies brought in and produce shipped out on the railroad. The new town was to be named Ellendale in honor of the railroad president’s wife, Ellen Dale Ives, for the many humanitarian works she had done, especially among the railroad employees.

Ellendale Area Farmer’s Market

Is held each Saturday from 9:00 – 11:00 am starting the first weekend in June thru the end of October. It is located next to the Municipal Liquor Store in Ellendale. Anybody who is interested in selling should contact Dan Sorum at 507-688-0514 or email ellendalefarmersmarket@gmail.com.

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Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, June 27- June 30, 2013

Thursday Evening-Polka Band behind the bar. Friday Evening-The bar will have bingo and also a live band starting at 8pm.

Saturday—Rummage sales throughout town. Local businesses will be open. There will be a car show down by the softball field. T-ball tournaments will begin in the morning, along with games for the kids.

Parade starts at 4 pm. Pork Chop Supper at the Community Building sponsored by the Commercial Club. The bar will be having Bar Bingo along with a live band starting at 8pm.

Sunday -- Weather permitting, there will be church in the park. The Lions Club will be hosting a Pancake Breakfast from 8:00 am -1:00 pm at the Community Building. Also there will be live Christian music behind the bar after the church services.

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New Richland owes it origins to the Minneapolis & St. Louis Railroad which reached the area in 1877 and the Norwegian settlers who were attracted to the rich farmland of Waseca County. From its very beginnings, the founding fathers of New Richland worked toward the betterment of the community with an eye on progress and the promise of a bright future for all citizens. Merchants opened their doors and sold dry goods, medicine and drugs, furniture, coal, hardware, lumber, harness and leather goods, and more. The village supported a depot, two banks, two blacksmiths, three hotels, a school, a jeweler, a flour mill, a newspaper, several meat markets and grocery stores, a creamery, cheese factory, farm implements, Ford automobile dealership, cafes, poultry and egg factory, a movie theater and many other businesses.

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Hartland HARTLAND, settled in the spring of 1857, organized May 11, 1858, was named for Hartland in Windsor County, Vt., whence some of its early settlers came. This name was proposed by the wife of O. Sheldon, the first postmaster. The city of Hartland, sections 16, 17, 20, and 21, was platted in 1877 and was incorporated in August 31, 1893; it was originally located one mile south of the present site with a post office, 1857-60; the city moved Growing With You

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when the Chicago and Northwestern Railway track was laid, and a new post office was established in 1868. As of the census of 2000, there were 288 people, 134 households, and 84 families residing in the city.

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Glenville Glenville Days June 7th, 8th, 9th 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

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,

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

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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American Legion

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HAYWARD DAYS Saturday & Sunday, July 13th & 14th 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.

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

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Freeborn freeborn days Saturday, July 20, 2013 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

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City of Freeborn...overlooking spectacular Freeborn Lake is a closeknit 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 Box 123, Freeborn, MN 56032 make Freeborn an interesting and 507-863-2288 lively place to be. Visit Freeborn and www.oakviewgc.com set sail for fun!

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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 2010, the population is 303 people, 131 households, and 88 families residing in the city.

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Hollandale Hollandale Harvest Festival Saturday, September 7, 2013 All events are free of charge and there is something fun for everyone!

The proceeds generated from this event will support the Hollandale Fire Department.

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 & WINDMILL MUSEUM TOURS 11:00 am - CAR FOOTBALL behind Mr. Machinery, with Moe Geo’s food vender 1:00 pm - 4WD MUDBOG behind Mr. Machinery, with Moe Geo’s food vender 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm - KIDS GAMES/Activities - ALL FREE * PRIZES held at City Park 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm – BEAN BAG TOSS TOURNAMENT AND HORSESHOES in front of 3 in 1 Bar & Restaurant 4:00 pm - GRANDE PARADE starting at the south end of Hollandale 5:00 pm - WATER WARS – 2 events Keg Wars & Bucket Brigade behind S & V Auto 6:00 pm – FEATURE EVENT—TUG OF WAR 8:30 pm to 12:30 am - LIVE at 3 in 1 Bar & Restaurant. No cover charge Meal specials throughout the day at 3 in 1 Bar & Restaurant

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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.

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

LeVerne Carlson

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Alden-Conger Public School www.alden-conger.org click on LeVerne Carlson Fitness Center • 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@ac242.us for more information or to become a member.

score higher than the 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.

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MORIN LAKE DAYS

Alden Hemmingsen’s Transfer, Inc. Freight Service To & From the Twin Cities “Proudly Providing Bus Service for the Alden-Conger School”

Friday-Saturday-Sunday, June 14-16, 2013

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 126 Euclid • Alden, MN • 507-874-3160 Show Saturday: Fun Run, Legion Pancake Breakfast, SAL Softball & Volleyball Tournaments, New - Disc Golf lessons & Tournament, New - Horseshoe play & possible tournament, Canoeing, Kids HEATH REINDAL Crafts & Games by lake, Large Inflatable games & bounce 507-874-3863 houses, Community Museum open, Best of Idol preforming, 507-473-0345 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 HEATH For All YourREINDAL Electrical Needs Breakfast, Softball & Volleyball Tournaments, Community 507-874-3863 507-473-0345 Museum Open, Activities on the Lake For more information contact: Alden Ann Bryson 874.3871.

American Legion Post 404 Fireworks, Parade & Celebration ON AND OFF SALE Donations may be mailed to: Bar Bingo - Tues. 7 p.m.

MLD, P.O. 325, Steak Fry - 2nd Sat. of Month Alden, MN 56009 (Sept. - May)

Matt Troska 507-473-0508 Landscaping • Retaining Walls Paver Patios • Walls • Walkways Driveways • Ponds • Lighting Sod • Boulder and Natural Stone Trimming • Plantings

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Lake Mills

Traces its history back to the 1850’s. A good share of whom were of Scandinavian descent. C. D. Smith incorporated the community in 1869. It has always been a prosperous community. The name Lake Mills comes from being on the shoreline of Rice Lake. There was also a grist and lumber mill located on the banks.

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The Lake Mills Veterans Monument was built in 2004 in Arlington and has become a real treasure for the community. There are currently about 1,200 names upon it that have the Veterans name, branch of the service, years of service, and wartime era.

In 2005 the Killed in Action stone was erected with names and faces of those from our Community that gave the ultimate sacrifice. 125 American flags fly at the Monument park on holidays and town festival events which  number about 25 days a year. A must see for all those traveling nearby.

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NORTHWOOD, IA Northwood, the Worth Co/ Seat, is located four miles from the IowaMinnesota 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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Just Down the Road... Diamond Jo Casino I-35 Exit 214 Worth County Fair, June 12-16, 2013 July 4, 2013 Pancake breakfast at United Methodist Church, 7-9:30 am, Parade at 11 a.m., Picnic in the park July 5, 2013 Softball Tourney, Pool Party, Street dance and beverage garden downtown with Cherry Gun Band.

July 6, 2013 Softball Tourney, Bean Bag Tournament, Horse Shoe tournament, Beverage Garden and Street dance down town with Rhino Christmas in Northwood - December 7, 2013 Soup Luncheon, movies for kids, Lighted parade in the evening downtown.

Founders Day September 14, 2013.

Omelet breakfast at the Fire house - 6-10 am. Aristocrats Car show, Street vendors, Inflatables, Barbeque Pork Loin Dinner, Entertainment starting at 11 am.

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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 3774370 for more information of pool programs.

Family Aquatic Center - Opening June 8, 2013 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 (3 to 17)

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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Freeborn County Historical Museum Watch Our Expansion Progress

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. A new 10,000 sq. ft. addition will almost double the museums size, expanding the library and adding a children’s learning lab, meeting rooms, new entrance and reception area.

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.fchm.us. 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://www.fchm.us

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Attractions Pelican Breeze, Albert Lea Lake Photo Submitted by Carol Haroldson

Pelican Breeze II Cruise Boat Enjoy a breathtaking cruise on picturesque Albert Lea Lake on the Pelican Breeze II Cruise Boat located at Frank Hall Park. The Pelican Breeze has been cruising one of the largest natural bodies of water between Lake Minnetonka and the Gulf of Mexico since 2001. Sit back and relax on our 60' river boat replica. Enjoy wildlife and the historic sites as your guide describes the area and history behind this charming natural area. The Pelican Breeze II 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 Carol Haroldson

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.

Albert Lea Community Theatre & The Marion Ross

Performing Arts Center

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Live Productions Concerts

6 Locations

New York Met Opera Live in HD

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• Kiester, MN

• Mankato, MN

• New Ulm, MN

• Minnesota Lake

• Nicollet, MN

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Arts

Prairie Fire Theater Presentation

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

ACT - Albert Lea Community Theater

The Albert Lea Art Center is located Downtown in the “Heart of the City" on South Broadway Ave. 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. Open Tuesday-Saturday, 10:00 am-2:00 pm

in the Marion Ross Performing Arts Center 147 No. Broadway Ave., Albert Lea, MN Box Office 507-377-4371 Order you tickets on-line at www.ActOnBroadway.com

Civic Music Concert Series

Presented Yearly August thru April at the Albert Lea High School Auditorium

5 Civic Music Concerts presented each season.

Albert Lea Civic Music and the Albert Lea Community Theater recently teamed up to bring the Metropolitan Opera, live in high definition, to Albert Lea. The live productions are streamed via satellite to the Marion Ross Performing Arts Center. This was in addition to their regularly scheduled seasons.

Picture Courtesy of Show Photographer, Downey Photography

Kennel Club of Freeborn County Dog Show August 10-11, 2013 at the Albert Lea City Arena Contact Kennel Club of Freeborn County 507-377-7721 for more info or www.kennelcluboffreeborncounty.org

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Catering Services

Capacity to Seat

Motorcoach

Cocktail Lounge

Wine or Beer

Fast Food

Formal Dining

Private 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.

Family Dining, Fri. & Sat. Bar Menu Available.

Family dining with a full dinner menu.

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Speciality Pancakes. Hours 5 am-1 pm; Closed on Sun.

Big Island Grille & Bar Albert Lea, MN 2306 E. Main St., Americas Best Value Inn (507) 373-1621 • • • • • • • 123 •

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

Open at 6:00 a.m. Breakfast, lunch & dinner menu. Free wireless internet. Full service bar. Soup & salad 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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DASH-IN 201 E. Front St., Albert Lea, MN

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Homemade meals.

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

Full time bakery, sandwiches available.

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

Family dining with daily lunch specials.

EMMONS AMERICAN LEGION 121 Main St., Emmons, MN

(507) 297-5660

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ERBERTS & GERBERTS 132 Bridge Ave., Albert Lea, MN

(507) 473-2033

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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 • • • • •

Erbert and Gerbert’s

Albert Lea 132 Bridge Ave.

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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

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(507) 373-0965

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

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

HOT DOG HOUSE 910 S. Broadway Ave., Albert Lea, MN (507) 377-0330 • •

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

Dine In or Take Out. Salad Bar Available.

JULIO’S BAR & GRILL 103 E. Front St., Hayward, MN

(507) 377-1000

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

(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.

112 ON BROADWAY 112 S.Broadway, Albert Lea, MN

(507) 373-3000

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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PERKINS 2215 East Main, Albert Lea, MN (507) 377-1624 • • 120 POUR HOUSE 102 Hwy. 45 S., Clarks Grove, MN

(507) 256-8014

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PRAIRIE WINDS COFFEE 211 S. Broadway, Albert Lea, MN

(507) 383-4070

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

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

(507) 294-9985

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(507) 448-3868

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WILDCATS BAR & GRILL 37 S. Broadway, Wells, MN (507) 553-3153 • • • • 150 •

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

VILLAGE INN 512 Brodway, Hartland, MN

Homemade meals from scratch.

(507) 845-2374

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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 RESTAURANT 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

(507) 845-2374

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YAMATO STEAK HOUSE OF JAPAN 2007 E. Main St., Albert Lea, Mn

(507) 373-2212

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Trumbles Family Restaurant

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

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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

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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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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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AZTECA MEXICAN GRILL 115 E. Clark St., Albert Lea, MN

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PLAZA MORENA Albert Lea, MN 2588 Bridge, Northbridge Mall (507) 373-9194 TACO BELL EXPRESS 122 Bridge, Albert Lea, MN

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

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

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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.

HOT DOG HOUSE 910 S. Broadway Ave., Albert Lea, MN (507) 377-0330

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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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Plaza Morena

Plaza Morena

Northbridge Mall â&#x20AC;˘ Albert Lea, MN 507-373-9194 Fax 507-373-9394 Lots of Parking www.PlazaMorenaRestaurant.com

Albert Lea, MN

The Land Between the Lakes

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Albert Lea, MN

ARAGON 130 West College Street

(507) 377-1716

MOOSE LODGE 1623 W. Main Street/Skyline Plaza

(507) 373-2106

AMERICAN LEGION 142 North Broadway

(507) 373-7993

112 ON BROADWAY 112 S. Broadway

(507) 373-3000

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

WEDGEWOOD COVE 2200 W. 9th Street

(507) 373-2007

GREEN MILL 2218 East Main

(507) 377-3000

HAROLD’S BAR & LOUNGE 1318 East Main

(507) 373-0965

LEGENDS BAR 721 Marshall

(507) 373-3237 Big Island Grille & Bar

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Night Life ALDEN AMERICAN LEGION 151 N. Broadway, Alden

Surrounding Communities (507) 874-3679

HOLLANDALE 3 IN 1 101 Park Ave., Hollandale

(507) 889-3253

(507) 874-2648

HARTLAND UNIVERSITY 411 Broadway, Hartland

(507) 845-2861

(507) 256-8014

FOREVER BERMANS 130 S. Main St., Kiester

(507) 294-3344

(507) 265-3325

BEND IN THE ROAD 130 Hwy. 13, Manchester

(507) 826-3441

(507) 297-5660

HUNTERS BAR 200 W. Main St., Myrtle

(507) 448-3652’

(507) 863-2111

THE WILLOWS 100 State St., New Richland

(507) 463-1000

(507) 256-7278

PUB 69 814 Hwy. 69, Twin Lakes

(507) 852-2200

(507) 266-4501

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

(507) 294-9985

(507) 448-2909

WILDCATS BAR & GRILL 37 S. Broadway, Wells

(507) 553-3153

TAILGATERS SPORTS BAR & GRILL 209 W. Main St., Glenville (507) 448-3868

WORTH BREWERY 826 Central Ave., Northwood, IA

(641) 324-9899

JULIO’S BAR & GRILL 103 E. Front St., Hayward

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

(641) 323-7777

MAIN STREET BAR & GRILL 127 N. Broadway, Alden, MN The Pour House 102 Hwy. 45 S., Clarks Grove CONGER MUNICIPAL LIQUOR 66918 180th St., Conger EMMONS AMERICAN LEGION 121 Main St., Emmons TB3’s BAR & GRILL 408 Park St., Freeborn GENEVA BAR & GRILL 101 W. Main St., Geneva GEORGE’S OF GENEVA 116 Central Ave., Geneva GLENVILLE AMERICAN LEGION 331 W. Main St., Glenville

(507) 377-1000 Julio’s Bar, Hayward

Julio’s Bar, Hayward

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Shopping Albert Lea 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)-3735665

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 Calico Hutch Quilt Shop 20520 810th Ave., Hayward, MN (507) 377-1163 I-90 Exit 163, Mon.-Sat. 9-5, Fri. 9-9 www.calicohutchquiltshop.com Celebrations Party & Gifts 122 S. Broadway, Albert Lea, MN (507) 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!

Addies Floral & Gifts

The Bed Store & More 424 Bridge Ave., Albert Lea Northpark Plaza (507) 377-2263 Large Selection of Beds All Sizes & Prices. Good Used Sofas.

Chairs, Dressers, Chests of Drawers. Kitchen & Dining Room Sets. Appliances. Small Misc. Items.

Ben’s Floral 410 Bridge Ave., Albert Lea, MN (507) 373-8523 For all your floral needs.

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.

Downtown Albert Lea 507-373-7746

Visit Our Shop in Beautiful Downtown Albert Lea

• Handmade Pottery • Paintings • Antiques

• Clay Creatures • Collectibles • Drawings • Christmas • Teddy Bears • Dolls

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Open 9:30 - 6:00 Mon.-Sat.

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

Precious Gifts to Treasure • Beautiful Fresh & Silk Arrangements • Unique Home Decor • Jewelry • Gift Ideas and Cards

And much, much more!

We Deliver!

216 So. Broadway Ave. | Albert Lea | 507-377-2081

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Clearance Isle Northbridge Mall, Albert Lea, MN (507) 552-3777 Quality overstocked merchandise (not consignment) at discounted prices. Furniture and household items, health and beauty products, electronics and more.

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

Copper Kitchen Northbridge Mall, Albert Lea, MN (507) 473-2500 Kitchen gadgets, cookware, small kitchen appliances.

Country Tack 119 South Broadway, Albert Lea, (507) 377-7943. Western apparel, boots, horse and cattle equipment. Open Tues., Wed. & Thurs. 10 am-6 pm.

Cup of Faith 709 Algon St., Albert Lea, MN (507) 373-1233 Christian Book & Gift. Also 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.

Shopping 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

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.

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.

ETCetera Tanning & Clothing, Skyline Plaza

Cup of Faith

• Specialty Coffees • Pictures • Plaques • Willow Tree Angels • Christian CD’s • Greeting Cards • Special Kids Corner Items CHRISTIAN BOOKS, GIFTS & COFFEE SHOP 709 Algon Street, Albert Lea, 507-373-1233

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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.

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

M&S Outdoor Outdoor Equipment 519 Prospect Ave., Albert Lea (507) 377-7705 Exmark, Husqvarna, Snapper, Toro, Sthil, chainsaws, trimmers, lawnmowers and snow blowers. Sales and service.

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.

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.

Distinctive Shop For Gifts

Mankato (Erlandson’s) Implements 77783 209th St., Albert Lea (507) 373-6418 John Deere apparel, parts and service.

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.

Fenton, Antiques, Collectibles & Heritage Lace

Greeting Cards 2 for $1.00 Est. 1968

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

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.

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

A Consignment Shop That Has Your Style!

123 N. Broadway, Albert Lea 373-0388 M-F 10-5, Sat. 10-3

Variety...large selection of clothing, shoes, purses, jewelry & so much more.

Quality...we only take the best Sizes...infant to plus size, and petite Prices...our prices make looking good affordable.

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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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.

Sports Exchange Skyline Plaza, Albert Lea (507) 552-1660 Sporting Goods Consignment Store Stadheim Jewelers 215 S. Broadway, Albert Lea (507) 373-3440 Family owned jewelry store located downtown.

Sterling Drug 410 Bridge Ave., Albert Lea (507) 373-1486

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

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.

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!

Thermo King 2317 Consul St., Albert Lea (507) 377-1631 Bobcat sales, service, mobile service and full trailer repair.

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.

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.

Skyline Jewelers

Custom Designs • Diamonds • Precious Gems 2516 Northbridge Mall • Albert Lea, MN • 507-377-8515 Monday-Friday 10am to 9pm, Saturday 10am to 6pm, Sunday 12pm to 5pm

Mary Go Round Shoppe Great Selection of Consignment...

Clothing, Furniture, Glassware, Antiques and Jewelry 106 W. Clark, Albert Lea, MN 373-7911 Open Mon.-Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-3

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Shopping

Northbridge Mall Schedule of Events Visit www.northbridgemall.com for a detailed listing of all events!

APRIL 6th, Taste of Heritage 13th-14th, Honda Goldwing & Harley Davidson Riders 20th, Family Fun Festival MAY Mom & Me Photo Contest

Unbridled Boutique Northbridge Mall, Albert Lea (507) 383-9818 Women’s clothing, jewelry, purses, wallets and more!

Open Wednesday 11-6, Thursday-Saturday 11-7, Sunday 12-6.

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.

Northbridge Mall, Albert Lea

JUNE Dad & Me Photo Contest JULY Crazy Days AUGUST Back to School Days SEPTEMBER 13th-14th, Fall Craft Show OCTOBER 10th-13th, Fall Extravaganza Sale 31st, Mall-O-Ween NOVEMBER 8th-10th, Home Based Business Show 29th-December 24th, Extended Mall Hours DECEMBER Thru 24th, Extended Mall Hours 7th-8th Model Railroad Show

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MARCH 2014 Spring Arts & Craft Show Home-Based Business Show Kids Outdoor Expo

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1201 Garfield Ave., Albert Lea, MN 56007 • 507-373-2311

1615 Bridge Ave. Albert Lea, MN 56007 507-373-5600

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Healthy Freeborn County Healthy Freeborn County Visit www.healthyfreeborncounty.org Healthy Freeborn County is a community wide-effort

with multiple partners including, schools, worksites, healthcare providers and community organizations.

We are focused on policies, systems and environmental changes which support the health of our communities.

We have one goal in mind and that is to help the residents of Freeborn County live longer healthier lives.

Albert Lea Senior Center 1739 W. Main, Skyline Plaza Albert Lea, MN 56007 507-373-0705 “Active Living After 50” The Albert Lea Senior Citizen Center is located in the Skyline Plaza.

Mission Statement; “To coordinate and provide programs and services to enrich the lives and health of our senior’s through educational, social and recreational activities.”

The Center has weekly and monthly activities geared for persons 50 and over. They feature a beautiful pool room with 5 pool tables, there’s Aerobics, Zumba Gold, Yoga, Bone Builders, Red Hat Society, Computers, Chair Massage by Deb, Blood Pressure Checks, Parkinson Support Group, Lounge with puzzles and TV, Craft & Card Recycling, Movie and Western Book Library, Day Trips, Bingo, 500 and Bridge players. Every month there are special events, celebrate monthly birthdays, enjoy a catered meal, celebrating special holidays, enjoying the Summer Picnic, our over 80’s Party and the Annual Christmas Party. The Center can be rented for special occasions such as Conformation, Graduation, Anniversaries, Christmas and more.

There is a yearly membership fee of $30.00 which includes a monthly newsletter to keep you updated on all the happening at the Center and as a member you will be able to join in on all the activities at the Center.

Open Monday 8am to 12 Noon, Tuesday–Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm.

Senior Section Yoga at the Senior Center

Senior Resources Ride Services

Senior Resources Skyline Plaza (507) 377-7433 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Senior Resources, a 501c3 nonprofit, is located in the Skyline Plaza has been a provider of senior friendly services since 1980. Our mission is to provide services to seniors and others to assist them in their ability to be independent, active and a participating member of the community. We provide volunteerdriver rides to senior citizens and chore services that help maintain yards and remove snow. The Advocacy program is an extension of the Senior Linkage Line and provides referral assistance and hands on support to seniors and families on a variety of topics. Support groups and respite care are the focus of the Family Caregiver Network to help caregivers cope with the overwhelming duties of caregiving. Our commitment to volunteerism as a vital part of every seniors’ life is promoted through RSVP. And collaboration with the Senior Center, AARP Tax Aide program and Experience Works helps make Senior Resources a one call/one stop service center for senior citizens.

Hours are Monday – Friday, 8 to 4

Senior Resources Day Trips

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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) 724-8733 County Road 45, between Clarks Grove & Geneva Exit off I-35.

On the shores of Lake Geneva. Two pavilions, water, electricity, toilet, on 40 acres. For more information write: 79503 298th St., Clarks Grove, MN 56016.

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

Keep Lakes Clean for Fish, Wildlife and People

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 (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.

Photo Submitted by Darcy Sime

All Surfaces Drain to Our Lakes:  No littering anywhere  No dumping down storm sewers  No cigarette butts on land or in water Shell Rock River Watershed District 507-377-5785 214 W. Main St., Albert Lea, MN 56007 www.shellrock.org Working Together to Improve Water Quality 40 CVB Sec. 2 2013.indd 10

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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 Sat., May 4 Fri., May 10 Fri., May 17 Sat., May 18 Sun., May 19 Sat., June 1 Sat., June 15 Sun., June 16 Mon., June 24 Sat., June 29 Mon., July 8 Mon., July 15

Sat., July 27 Thurs., Aug. 8 Sat., & Sun.,Aug. 10 & 11 Fri., Aug. 23 Sat., Aug. 24 Sat., Sun., Mon. Aug. 31-Sept. 2 Sun., Sept. 15

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Green Lea Mens Club Chili Choose Up Alden Invitational Albert Lea High School Invitational Albert Lea Wrestling Classic 2-Man Best Shot Holiday Lanes Golf & Bowl CAZ Open 3-Man “31” Best Shot PGA Junior Tournament Corey Goodnature Memorial Golf Classic Stadheim Jewelers Junior Classic 50th Annual Chamber Ambassador Golf Outing Green Lea Club Tournament Ladies 4 Gal Best Shot Albert Lea Invitational HiYield Customer Appreciation Day Albert Lea Hockey Open 86th Annual Shortstop Tournament 3-Man Best Shot

Wedgewood Cove Golf Tournaments

Green Lea Golf Course

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New & Used Golf Carts Electric, Gas & Fuel Injection

OVER 50 USED CARTS Authorized Yamaha Dealer

507-438-2705

Mel’s Golf Carts

132 Garfield Ave. So., Albert Lea, MN 56007

May 11 May 13 May 18 May 20 May 27 June 9 June 11-13 June 18-20 June 24 June 25 July 4 July 9-11 July 13 July 14 July 16-18 July 25 July 29 July 30 Aug. 16-17 Aug. 19 Aug. 24 Aug. 25 Aug. 26 Aug. 31 Sept. 8 Sept. 23 Sept. 29 Oct. 24

2 Man Hidden Pin Event Senior 4 Man Scramble Albert Lea Boys HS Invitational Y-Not Golf Outing Memorial Day Horse Race One Man Best Shot Tournament Junior Camps (ages 5-11) Junior Camps (ages 12-16) Senior (Quota) Tournament “Lucky 7” Womens Event 4th of July Horse Race Junior Camps (ages 5-11) ALHS Hall of Fame Event 4 Person Best Shot Junior Camps (ages 12-16) Sparky Golf Event Senior 2-Man Scramble Mrs. Gerry’s Junior Golf Tournament W.C. Invitational “Shootout” Midwest Vet Supply Outing Club Tournament Couples “Best Westnern Plus” Event Senior 3-Man Scramble Women’s 3 Gal Scramble 3 Person Scramble Senior 4-Man Scramble One Man Best Shot Tournament “Chili Open”

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Recreation

State Park Myre-Big Island State Park Three miles southeast of Albert Lea on County Road 38

(Exit 11 on I-35). Hiking, biking, camping, wildlife watching, snowshoeing, cross country skiing and canoeing are popular activities enjoyed by the approximately 125,000 annual visitors. The trails take visitors around wet lowlands, oak savanna, and grasslands. The State Park is an oasis of natural diversity in a prairie landscape surrounded by agricultural land uses. The park marshes draw hundreds of waterfowl during migration. Special features of this region’s geologic, botanic and human history can be seen in this park. One of the most 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. For a full calendar of events please call (507) 379-3403.

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 Driveconcrete ramp. Located by the channel's entrance is - The “Pelican Breeze II” Cruise Boat.

Photos by Darcy Sime - Myre-Big Island State Park Wildlife

Fountain Lake Fishing, water skiing and sailing. Located in the heart of Albert Lea; boat access located off Richway Drive and Highway 13. Fishing. Fishing Dock in Park.

County Lakes for Recreation Use Pickerel Lake, Freeborn Lake, Bear Lake, Geneva Lake, Twin Lakes and State Line Lake, Emmons.

Submitted by Darcy Sime - Emmons State Line Lake

Full Draw Archery Club Upstairs in the Knutson Building 1st Building North of the Post Office 131 S. Newton Ave., Albert Lea Indoor range year round for members and seasonal 3-D tournaments open to the public. Call for information 507-373-7377.

All of our Member Businesses ready to serve you!

2580 Bridge Ave. Northbridge Mall Albert Lea, MN 56007 Phone: 507.373.3938 www.albertlea.org

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Recreation Albert Lea City Arena Located at Co. 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 Albert Lea High School and Youth Hockey, Waldorf College Men’s Hockey, Albert Lea Figure Skating Club and Kennel Club of Freeborn County

Photo Submitted by Melissa Barr

Disc Golf

Bancroft Bay Park, Albert Lea, MN 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

YMCA 2021 West Main, Albert Lea (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.

YMCA

Bike & Walking Trails

...Focus on Health & Wellness!

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

Stop in today and see what were all about!

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

Brookside Trail - Brookside Boat Landing - On Fountain Lake Blazing Star Trail - Frank Hall Park - On Albert Lea Lea The Blazing Star State Trail runs from Frank Hall Park 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, wildflowers, lakes, wildlife and prairie.

The park is considered one of the many good birding spots in southern Minnesota, especially during spring and fall migration.

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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.

Skate Park, Albert Lea City Beach

County Parks

• Pickeral Lake Park

South of Albert Lea on Hwy. 69 This park is located on Pickeral Lake Picnic Shelters & Bathrooms

• St. Nicholas Park

South Shore Derive/CSAH 19 on the shores of Albert Lea Lake Enjoy a picnic shelter and short walking trail

• Whites Woods Park

South on Hwy. 69 outside of Twin Lakes. Along lower Twin lake Two picnic shelters, baseball diamond, bathrooms, many hiking and walking trails

• Arrowhead Park

Established in 1978, over 100 acres of woods, marshes, trails, and shoreline on the eastern shore of Freeborn Lake. Several picnic areas & shelter house facilities, boat launch & dock, horseshoe pits and playground. Check out The Point, a rocky peninsula jutting far into the lake features breathtaking and panoramic views of one of Southern MN largest natural lakes. Located 3 miles south of Freeborn. Take Co. Rd. 29 southeast out of town, turn right at Co. Rd. 8, tone mile south and one mile west on 267th St.

Albert Lea Parks & Recreation Located at the City Arena 507-377-4370 www.cityofalbertlea.org

Register Online for All Our Activities!

Enjoy Everything Albert Lea Has to Offer...

Aquatic Center Senior Center Over 40 Parks City Arena Adult Recreation Youth Events & Activities

Edgewater Park

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Albert Lea City Parks

Parks Big Island Rendezvous Festival Bancroft Bay Park

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.

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. Take a walk on the start of the pedestrian trail 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.

Photo Submitted by Melissa Wentzel

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, horseshoe pits, DNR fishing pier, rest rooms, and plenty of picnic tables!

This park is closed during the winter.

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. Enjoy the DNR fishing pier, horseshoe pits, playground, and public boat ramp. 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.

Albert Lea STEEL, INC SERVICE CENTER • Complete Metal Sales •

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Welding & Machine Shop Welding Gas and Supplies 1126 S. Broadway, Albert Lea, MN 56007

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Parks Pioneer Park, 100 Hawthorne St.; 3.5 acres This neighborhood park has 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.

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

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 and a childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s garden.

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.

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.

Shorewood Hills Park, Brookside Circle; 0.8 acre Open space with tot lot playground.

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 and four sand volleyball courts.

Sondergaard Park, Gene Ave. & 17th St; 5.1 acres This neighborhood park has a baseball/softball diamond, a basketball court, play apparatus and an abundance of green space.

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

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, large soccer field, play apparatus, and open space.

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.

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Southwest Park, Front St. & Maplehill Dr; 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.

Downtown

Troy Hammer Park, Hammer Rd. and Troy Rd; 4.5 acres This neighborhood park has play apparatus, a basketball court, a baseball/softball diamond 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.

New Albert Lea Downtown Streetscape The Downtown Albert Lea Streetscape is set to start work in April of 2013. There will be two phases to the project; the first phase will be work done from Fountain Street to Clark Street.

The second phase, which will begin in June if the plans stay on pace, will cover Clark Street to Main Street.

The plans for the Streetscape were sparked with a desperate need to replace water and sewer lines that are over 80 years old and run beneath the roads and sidewalks. Cosmetic upgrades to the downtown are being funded in part by a $1,000,000 grant from the State of Minnesota.

Downtown Albert Lea’s Wind Down Wendesday

Summer Market & Music Festival June 26, July 17 and August 21, 2013 11 am to 8 pm Central Park, Albert Lea Enjoy live music, art, crafts, food and beverages from local vendors.

Visit www.winddownwednesday.com or www.albertleatourism.org for more information.

Bolton & Menk, an engineering firm from Mankato, MN, lists the following as Objectives of Streetscape Design: •D evelop a more pedestrian friendly downtown area with open, wider sidewalks, ‘parklet’ areas at bumpouts, slower traffic via traffic calming measures, and better wayfinding for pedestrians and vehicles alike.

• Develop a ‘brand’ for downtown through materials choices, layout, lighting, and signage that respects the architecture of downtown and provides for a better user experience.

• Preserve and enhance the historic character of the downtown area.

• Develop a more environmentally focused downtown through the use of plantings, alternative stormwater practices, energy efficient lighting, etc.

• Create a more barrier free access to downtown – better accommodations for handicapped accessible parking, easier street crossings, access to buildings, etc.

• Connect Fountain Park to Downtown and bring more events into the downtown core – Williams Plaza, Water Street Plaza, Farmer’s Market or Art events downtown During construction, access to stores and businesses in the downtown area may be limited. Many businesses will use their back doors for entrance.

Be sure to come visit Downtown Albert Lea in the Fall of 2013 or Summer 2014 to see the changes!

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ADVANTAGE AUTO GLASS 507-373-2676 or 877-874-0066 ALLEN’S TOW N’ TRAVEL 128 Garfield Avenue 507-373-3551

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507-373-2676 Toll-Free 877-874-0066 For All Your Auto Glass Needs...Because it Does Matter!

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Auto Repair & Sales ALBERT LEA RADIATOR & COOLING SYSTEMS 214 Elizabeth, Albert Lea (507) 377-1291 BLAKE’S BODY SHOP 1515 Blake Ave., Albert Lea (50) 373-0952

LAKESIDE AUTO 188 N. Broadway, Alden, MN 507-473-0492

Auto Repair

R&D AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR 801 East Main St., Albert Lea (507) 373-5160

Submitted by Kris Renchin

BROADWAY AUTOMOTIVE 803 S. Broadway, Albert Lea (507) 373-1016

MUNSON’S BODY SHOP 101 N. Commercial, Clarks Grove (507) 256-4356

THE CAR CLINIC 919 W. Main St., Albert Lea (507) 373-8143

SANDERSON AUTO REPAIR 131 West College, Albert Lea 507-377-3320

COLLINS CAR CLINIC 810 E. Main St., Albert Lea (507) 377-0585 EVENSON AUTO REPAIR 1307 S. Broadway, Albert Lea (507) 377-0264

ULTIMATE AUTOMOTIVE 2004 East Main, Albert Lea 507-373-1874

HANSON TIRE 505 E. Main - 507-373-0636 KEN’S SERVICE & AUTO REPAIR 226 East Clark - 377-2099

ACE AUTO SALES 2517 Bridge Ave. - 507-373-1005

Auto Sales

BECKER AUTO Co. Rd. 46, Hayward, MN - 507-676-0192

LAKESIDE AUTO 188 N. Broadway, Alden, MN - 507-473-0492 DAVE SYVERSON 2310 East Main, -- 507-373-1438 or 800-423-6663

CARS & CREDIT 616 East Main, Albert Lea, MN - 507-369-0036

MOTOR INN 2114 E. Main St. - 507-373-2341

FLAHERTY MOTERWERKS Airport Rd. & Hi-Tech Ave. - 507-373-2464

TRADING POST Gordonsville, MN - 507-448-2832

HINKLEY Hwy 109, Wells, MN - 507-553-3121

VERN EIDE 2527 Bridge Ave. - 507-373-5275

Eddie Cochran Weekend Car Shop Submitted by Kris Renchin

For All Your Automotive & Tire Needs...

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2004 E. Main St. • Albert Lea, MN

Becker Auto Sales RV Parts & Service Available 80944 Co. rd. 46, hayward, MN 56043 Phone 507-373-3170 Cell 507-676-0192

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Churches

Assembly of God:

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

United Church of Christ:

Faith Baptist (GARBC) 373-4412 905 Fairlane Terrace Sun. 10:30 am & 6:00 pm Worship - Wed. 7:00 pm Prayer

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

Episcopal:

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

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

Catholic:

Evangelical Free:

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:

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

Evangelical Covenant: 408 East 18th Street

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

Jehovah’s Witnesses:

Church of Christ

Interdenominational:

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

Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall 373-5234 1963 South Broadway Our Father’s House 373-7799 Highway 69 South

Grace

Lutheran Church

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

918 Garfield Ave., Albert Lea

Worship With Us

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

First Lutheran Church 301 W. Clark, Albert Lea • 373-6424 Welcome to Weekly Worship

Radio Broadcast Sundays 11:00 am KATE 1450 AM Pastors: John Holt, Joel Erickson & Al Stoa

Summer Worship: May 26-Sept. 1, 2013 Sundays: 8:00 am - Rich Traditional Service 10:00 am - Praise & Worship Service Starting Sept. 8, 2013 Sundays: 8:00 am - Rich Traditional Service 9:15 am - Blended Service 10:30 am - Praise & Worship Service (Families with children welcome - nursery care provided)

WEDNESDAYS

Thursdays: 6:30 pm - Worship Service

5:30 PM (Year Round)

Bringing People Together and Becoming Disciples for Christ

TV Broadcast Sundays 10:00 am

KAAL TV Channel 6

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Pastor Todd Walsh Pastor Andrea Myers

507-373-6496 www.gracealbertlea.org

www.flcal.org F.L.C. B For the Love of Christ!

A NEW START! A NEW LIFE! Sunday Worship 10:30 am

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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 Salem Lutheran (ECLA) 373-2184 115 North Washington Sun. 8:00 & 10:30 am Worship

Seventh-Day Adventist 373-0622 Highway 69 South Sat. 11:00 am Worship Manchester Evangelical Lutheran Church Submitted by Darcy Sime

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 Christian Church 373-1140 501 West College Sun. 10:00 am Worship Our Father’s House 373-7799 18358 US Highway 69 Sun. 10:15 am Worship Bear Lake Lutheran Church Photo Submitted by Darcy Sime

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 Confessions: Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4:00 pm Reconciliación en Español Sábado . . . . . . . . 4:00 pm Parish Office: 308 E. Fountain St. 373-0603 Education Office: 323 E. Clark 373-9657 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

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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 and weddings.

Best Western Albert Lea Located at Land Between the Lakes Event Center

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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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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146 West College St., Albert Lea

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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.

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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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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.

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.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites - 2 Locations

77820 Main St. East, Abert Lea • (507) 473-2300 Meeting room seats 12 people but will accomodate upon request. Coffee, water and cookies available. TV with BGA hookup. Guests welcome to bring in outside food.

4712 Wheelerwood Rd., Northwood, IA • 641-323-7500 Meeting room seats 25 people. Coffee, water and cookies available. TV with BGA hookup. Guests welcome to bring in outside food.

Knights Inn

2301 East Main St., Albert Lea • (507) 373-8291 PA system; projector and sound equipment; screens; blackboard; microphone; photocopier, fax and more. Ample space for up to 400 guests.

Knights of Columbus

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

Lighthouse Event Center

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

Petro Albert Lea

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

Riverland Community College

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

Senior Center

Skyline Plaza, 1739 W. Main, Albert Lea, MN 56007 • (507) 373-0705

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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Important Phone Numbers Emergency 911 Albert Lea Fire Department (507) 377-4340 Albert Lea Medical Center (507) 373-2384 Albert Lea Police Department (507) 377-5215 Freeborn County Sheriff’s Department 507) 377-5210

Freeborn County Courthouse

Go With Experience!

Serving the area’s real estate needs since 1978

412 e. william

Emelie Paulson

Certified Residential Specialist & Senior Real Estate Specialist

507-383-1659 Search all area homes at: www.paulsonhomes.com

RE/MAX Properties Albert Lea, MN

507-377-2752

Countryside Inn

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

Call Your Host Nora at: 507-373-2446 Toll Free 1-888-373-1188 www.countrysideinnmotel.com

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

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Additional Information

Pets Allowed

Handicap Accessible

Restaurant (Within 1 Block)

Restaurant (Inside)

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AMERICAS BEST VALUE INN 127 • • • • • • • • • 2306 East Main Street, Albert Lea 507-373-6471 I-35 Exits 11 or 12

Only hotel in Albert Lea with a restaurant & lounge.

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, Albert Lea 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.

Just Renovated, triple diamond rating. Exercise room, Indoor BEST WESTERN PLUS 52 • • • • • • Pool, Guest Laundry, full hot breakfast daily, Triple sheeting on 821 East Plaza Street, Albert Lea 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.

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 2214 E. Main Street 507-373-5513 77 • • • • • • •

COUNTRYSIDE INN 2102 East Main Street, Albert Lea 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 - 2 LOCATINS 4712 Wheelerwood Rd., Northwood, 641-323-7500 77820 Main St. E., Albert Lea 507-473-2300 I-35 Exit 211

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Free hi-speed Wi-Fi, 24 hour access to business center

KNIGHTS INN 123 • • • • • • • • 2301 East Main Street, Albert Lea 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, Albert Lea 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.

MAGNUSON HOTEL 60 • • • • • 2019 East Main Street, Albert Lea 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.

Albert Lea’s Only Full Service Hotel

Complimentary breakfast in our restaurant & lounge for hotel guests Land Between The Lakes Event Center, seating for up to 400, great for weddings Discounted Group, Weekly & Monthly Rates Largest Hotel Pool in town with water basketball, arcade games and adjoining to bowling alley Free Fast Reliable WIFI and access to Snap Fitness Like us on facebook to see pictures of rooms and events

2306 E. Main Street Albert Lea, MN 56007 Open at 11:00 am Daily Serving Lunch & Dinner Happy Hour Specials 3 pm-6 pm

www.abvialbertlea.com 507-373-6471 •866-373-6471

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Medical MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEMS almedcenter.org » 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.

MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEMS, Albert Lea 404 W. Fountain St., Albert Lea 507-373-2384 or 888-999-2386 Clinic Hours M-F 8:00 am-5:00 pm, Urgent Care 8:00 am-7:30 pm

HEALTH REACH CAMPUS, Albert

1705 SE Broadway, Albert Leda 507-377-5900

EXPRESS CARE Inside Hy-Vee Food Store 2708 Bridge Ave., Albert Lea 507-379-2244 M-F 8:00 am-7:30 pm, Sat. & Sun. 8:00 am- 3:30 pm

FOUNTAIN CENTERS

408 W. Fountain St., Albert Lea 800-533-1616

MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEMS, Alden 192 Washington Ave., Alden 507-874-3140

MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEMS, Kiester 120 N. Main St., Kiester 507-294-3693

MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEMS, Wells 301 S. Broadway, Wells

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Senior Cooperative Living Live here while you work or enjoy it as your retirement community!

Each member owns a membership certificate (or share) in a notfor-profit Cooperative Corporation.

The purchase of your share gives you membership in the Cooperative, one share per unit. Shares in the Cooperative may be sold based on the original share value plus appreciation of 3% per year returned to the members or their family. The mortgage interest portion of the monthly fee is tax deductible.

Of Albert

Friendly & Caring Neighbors ● Heated Garage●Car Wash●Workshop● Appliances●Exercise Room

Maintenance Free: No—mowing,

shoveling, raking, painting, repairs of any appliances No Worries: While your away your home is taken care of—all you need to do is lock the door and leave, 24-7 secure building, office on site

Come for a visit ● Be on our Wait List

Village Cooperative of Albert Lea Joan Anderson Resident Mgr. 2201 Stevens St. Albert Lea, MN 56007 507-373-3039—Office Lea

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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 & Skate Park 14. Public Boat Landings (4) 15. City Pool 16. Wedgewood Cove Golf Course 17. Edgewater Park

Fountain Lake Fountains

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. Blazing Star Bike Trail 42. Convention & Visitors Bureau 43. Albert Lea Business Development Center 44. Senior Center 45. Disc Golf Course

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 40. Professional Arts Building

• Land Surveys • Drainage • Subdivisions • Environmental • Roads / Streets • GIS • Municipal Sewer & Water Systems

www.jhseng.com 515 South Washington • Albert Lea, MN 507-373-4876 415 West North Street • Owatonna, MN 507-451-4598 112 East Oakland • Austin, MN 888-757-4876

507-373-3930

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Visit Our Website for Tickets and Information: www.bigislandfestivalandbbq.org or call 1-800-658-2526

The Midwest’s Largest Historical Reenactment of Early America!

August 24-25, 2013

Freeborn County Fairgrounds

State Championship The Best Barbeque from the Midwest’s Best Cooks!

October 5-6, 2013 Over 1,000 Participants Ethnic Food & Crafts 300 Tipis, Lodges & Shelters Stage Entertainment

Over $14,000 in Cash & Prizes Stage Entertainment Free Admission

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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.

Proud to Serve the Community

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• Locally Owned Since • Exceptional Customer Service 1906 • Full Service Banking • Experienced • Voted #1 Readers Choice “Best Bank” for 2012

Member FDIC

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

Just a few of the

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Albert Lea

Innovation drives performance Industrial finishing and cleaning systems and support products

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

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

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

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Financial

POPULATION . . .

FREEBORN COUNTY COMMUNITY INFORMATION: MEDIAN FAMILY INCOME: MEDIAN HOME VALUE: Home Ownership Rate: Homes Rented: Median Age:

$45,142 $109,500 79% 21% 44.2 Years

Albert Lea Alden Bricelyn Clarks Grove Conger Ellendale Emmons Freeborn Geneva Glenville Hartland Hayward

18,016 661 365 706 146 691 391 297 555 643 315 250

Hollandale Kiester Lake Mills Manchester Myrtle New Richland Northwood Twin Lakes Wells

303 501 2,100 57 48 1,203 1,989 151 2,343

Freeborn County 31,255

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

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

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Growing With You

Member FDIC

HARTLAND 601 N. Broadway 507-845-2233 www.farmersstatebankmn.com FREEBORN 214 5th Street 507-863-2371 ALBERT LEA 1452 W. Main 507-373-1945

North Iowa Area Community College is a great place to start your future, no matter what your age. We have a beautiful campus atmosphere, on-campus housing, recreation center, music and athletic programs, performing arts series and more.

TRADES & LABOR

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Students from Minnesota get an automatic scholarship, making their tuition the same as in-state students!

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

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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.

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» 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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Albert Lea High School

Education 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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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

Freeborn County Fair Gateway Arch

Shopping Hours M-F 10-9, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5 Some business & holiday hours vary

DINING & FUN Pizza Ranch Plaza Morena Grandma’s Kitchen Cinema 7 Theatre Exterior of Albert Lea High School Edgewater Park Pavilion Interior

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Located just off I-90 (Exit #157) | Bridge Avenue, Albert Lea, MN

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Residential • Commercial • Industrial Mrs. Gerry's has been producing top quality salads for over 40 years.

Choose from over 130 products from such categories as potato salads, coleslaws, pastas, kits, proteins, dips,desserts and fresh mashed potatoes.

Mrs. Gerry’s uses only the finest ingredients in our AIB inspected, state-of-the-art facility to produce products that taste just like home made.

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