2016 Summer Fun

2016

Fun in the Sun Guide Freeborn County Minnesota

Albert Lea & Freeborn County Minnesota Supplement to the Freeborn County Shopper | Summer 2016

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Albert Lea Senior Center

Farmers Market - May thru October

Hours: Monday- 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon, Tuesday - Friday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

North Broadway Parking Lot, Downtown Albert Lea & Northbridg Mall. Shop for locally raised fresh produce, flowers, food & more.

Wednesdays 3:00-6:00 - North Broadway Lot Saturdays 9:00-Noon - Northbridge Mall Parking Lot

Aerobics, Yoga, Walking Club, Red Hat Society, Crafts and Card Recycling, Monthly Birthday Party, Play Pheffer, 500 or Bridge, Blood Pressure Checks, Innovision Eye Care, Coping with Grief, Stress Management Class, Class on Macular Degeneration, AARP Drivers Safety Classes, Ping Pong and Special Events 373-0704

Albert Lea Public Library

211 E. Clark St. - Located in City Hall 507-377-4350 Mon.-Thurs. 9:00-7:00, Fri. 1:00-6:00 Sat. Closed, Sun. 1:00-5:00

Aquatic Center Opens June 4th 507-373-3328 Mon.-Fri. 1:00-5:00 pm Daytime Swim 6:30-8:00 pm Nighttime Swim Sat.-Sun. 1:00-7:00 pm Daily Admission: $3.50 Everyone, $1.25 2 Years & Under, $2.50 Non-Swimmer Nighttime Admission: $2 Everyone, $1 2 Years & Under Family Pass $110 plus tax (4 family members same household) Individual Pass $60 plus tax Caretaker Pass $30 plus tax (must be babysitter/nanny/PCA)

All of our member businesses stand ready to serve you! www.albertlea.org

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Welcome to Get In On The Fun Country.

Stay close to the action. Enjoy a complimentary breakfast, a dip in the pool and a short drive to area attractions. Visit countryinns.com for a stay that will have you saying, "I love this Country."

2214 East Main Street • Albert Lea, MN 56007 800-456-4000 • 507-373-5513 countryinns.com/albertleamn

Albert Lea Public Library

1725 W. Main St. Skyline Plaza Albert Lea, MN 56007 507.373.3938

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Albert Lea Skate Park

When: June 6th – July 28th

City Beach - Open 9:00 am-9:00 pm 7 Days a Week

Albert Lea Art Center Art Shows 226 W. Clark, Downtown Albert Lea 507-373-5665 Features different and uniquely special exhibits. alartcenter@gmail.com | www.thealbertleaartcenter.org

Times: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Academy & Hawthorne Parks 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 pm. Lakeview & Southwest Parks 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Hayek & Sondergaard Parks Who: Everyone

Fee: Free!!

Bayside Water Ski Show

Bayside Water Ski Club The Bayside Ski Club puts on a Water Ski Show every Thursday at 7:00 pm June - August, at Edgewater Park in Albert Lea. They will be presenting special Fourth of July and Labor Day Shows at 2:00 pm. You won’t want to miss these LIVE events www.baysideskiteam.com

Playpark Schedule This year we will have 2 full-time parks and 4 others operating on a split schedule. Play Parks will be open MondayThursday with two leaders at each to supervise the building and grounds and assist children and families in creating a fun and happy summer! Parents are encouraged to stop by their neighborhood park and meet their Park Leaders. *Please note: Playparks are subject to close due to inclement weather and extreme heat.

RS Mentors

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For Kids!

Mentoring Makes a Difference!

ALBERT LEA AREA SCHOOLS THINKING. ACHIEVING. CARING.

Success Through Adults Reaching Students

ALBERT LEA SCHOOLS/PUBLIC SUMMER MEALS PROGRAM 2016

Develop a relationship of trust with a deserving youth

Meals at NO CHARGE to All children 18 and under

Contact us for more Info on how you can become a STAR in a child’s life: 507-383-5272 • starsforkids@yahoo.com

Hawthorne Elementary School 1000 E. Hawthorne St., Albert Lea

Monday-Thursday June 27-July 21, 2016

BOATHOUSE HOURS

5 Punch Pass for $25

Opens June 4, 2016

For More Information: 507-379-4834 AlbertLeaCommunityEd.org

Sunday-Friday 1:00-3:00pm Saturday 9:00am-12:00pm Sunday 5:00-7:00pm Tuesday, Thursday 6:00-9:00pm

Boathouse Located at Brookside Boat Landing

CLOSED JULY 4th Breakfast Served: 7:45 AM-8:30 AM Lunch Served: 10:45 AM-12:00 PM Questions? Call Food Service Office at 379-5300 or 379-5301

@albertleaschool

USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer @albertleaschool

Albert Lea Area Schools

@albertleaschool

Albert Lea Area Schools

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Marion Ross Performing Arts Center 147 N. Broadway, Albert Lea, MN Box Office: 507-377-4371 Tickets Available online at www.actonbroadway.com

ACT THEATRE!

Richie Lee & Eddie Cochran DaysJune 11, 2016

The Met: Live in HD!

ACT and Civic Music have partnered to bring The Met: Live in HD to Marion Ross Performing Arts Center to give people in the area an opportunity to see The New York Metropolitan Opera live in Albert Lea. Go to www.actonbroadway.com for more information on performance dates and tickets.

The Wizard of Oz - Written by L. Frank Baum July 14, 15, 16, 17(M), 20, 21, 22, 23(M) & 23, 2016 Directed by Steven Kinne

50+ VENDORS • VINTAGE FINDS Repurposed Treasures

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ANTIQUES • PRIMITIVES

FOOD VENDORS Handmade

UNIQUE ITEMS

JUNCTION 35/90

FLEA MARKET

June 4-5 • Aug. 26-27 • Oct. 1-2

Freeborn County Fairgrounds Albert Lea, MN

Find us on Facebook for More Info

FREE ADMISSION & PARKING

Restrooms On-Site - Contacts Penny 507-402-0675, Andrea 507-383-9548

Trust our experience Love your vacation.

STOP BY & CHECK OUT OUR: • Dirt Bikes & ATV’s • 150cc Scooters • 50cc Scooters

SALES • SERVICE • PARTS

www.mainstcycles.com Louise

Sara

Tammi

Downtown Albert Lea • 130 W. Clark 507-373-2473 | 800-247-5330 www.4-seasonsvacations.com travel1@4seasonstravel.net

Freeborn County Partners In Prevention

A county coalition working to prevent & reduce underage substance abuse among Freeborn County youth

Coalition Meetings 1st Thursday of Every Month!

Freeborn Room in the Government Center from 9:00-10:30 am - EVERYONE IS WELCOME

Get a Base Tan

It’s the most important thing to have before your summer fun!

ETC Etcetera

Tanning & Clothinge

507-377-TANS (8267)

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Bouti

1663 W. Main Albert Lea Skyline Plaza

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

$9.99

7-Day Unlimited 20 min. bed 1 pkg. per customer, per month. Valid June, July, August.

For info on how to get involved & to learn more visit our website:

www.fcfsc.org and check out our Facebook Page!

Tues., W ed., Fri. 10 a m T hu rs. -5 pm 10 a Sat. 9 a m m-6 pm -2 pm

Feel free to contact our Program Coordinator with questions, Lana Howe 507-377-5504 lana.howe@co.freeborn.mn.us

“What’s RIGHT isn’t always POPULAR, and what’s POPULAR isn’t always RIGHT.” ~ Live above the Influence ~

1428 W. Main Street, Albert Lea, MN

Jennie Johnson 507-475-1021

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JUNE

Eddie Cochran Weekend June 10-12, 2016

Bayside Water Ski Shows Edgewater Park, June-September

Art & Garden Tour Albert Lea

Just Play Festival Frank Hall Park

Lions Annual Fly-In Breakfast Albert Lea Municipal Airport

Kids Triathlon Aquatic Center

Glenville Days June 10-12, 2016 Glenville, MN

Take a Kid Fishing Fountain Lake

Daybreakers Kiwanis Golf Klassic June 11, 2016 - Green Lea Golf Course

Kids Triathlon Aquatic Center

Wind Down Wednesday on Broadway Summer Market & Music Festival - www.winddownwednesday.com June 15, 2016 - Downtown Albert Lea

Albert Lea Aquatic Center Opens June 4, 2016 www.cityofalbertlea.org

Alden Morin Lake Days June 17-19, 2016 Alden, MN

Y-Not Golf Tournament June 6, 2016 Wedgewood Cove Golf Course www.ymcaal.org

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Thorne Crest Classic Car Show, Albert Lea, MN June 23, 2016 5-7 pm Ellendale Days June 24-26, 2016 - Ellendale, Minnesota

Check Out the Great Summer Programs at the ALBERT LEA FAMILY Y FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT®

Everything we do, we do just for you!

FOR HEALTHY LIVING FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

2021 West Main • Albert Lea, MN • 507-373-8228

We're all about your pet!

Quality Pet Grooming Big & Small we Groom Them All New Clients Welcome

Stacia’s

Grooming Boutqiue

Open Mon.-Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-2

1034 So. Broadway, Albert Lea 507-373-0243

Shop Locally Over 25 Stores & Businesses Department Stores • Specialty Stores Restaurants • Salons • Spa Cinema 7 Theatre • So Much More

I-90 & Bridge Avenue, Albert Lea, MN Shopping Hours: M-F 10-9, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5 Some Businiess & Holiday Hours May Vary

Events Information 507-377-3185 www.northbridgemall.com

PAGE 6 • SUMMER FUN 2016• FREEBORN COUNTY SHOPPER Kiester Days June 23-26, 2016 Kiester, MN www.cityofkiester.com

4th of July Fireworks July 4, 2016 10 pm Fountain Lake

Farming of Yesteryear Swap Meet, Horse Show and Antique Tractor Pull - Kiester, MN June 25-26, 2016

4th of July Water Ski Show July 4, 2016 2-3 pm Edgewater Park Bayside

Emmons Borderfest June 25, 2016 Emmons, MN

4th of July Classic Car Show July 4, 2016 2-6 pm North Broadway Parking Lot www.albertleatourism.org

Corey Goodnature Memorial Golf Classic June 25, 2016 Green Lea Golf Course www.greenlea.com

New Richland Farm & City Days July 8-10, 2016 New Richland

JULY

July Jubilee July 8-10, 2016 Lake Mills, IA

3rd of July Parade July 3, 2016 6 pm Bridge Ave. to Central Park

Park & Rec Carnival July 13, 2016 Fountain Lake Park albertleatourism.org

Pelican Breeze II Cruise July 4, 2016 6:00-7:30 pm Albert Lea Lake

UPDS Summer Classes *Competition * Technique * Princess Camp * Tumbling * American Girl Camp & MORE...

Please email updsdance@gmail.com

or call 507-273-0402 for more information Register online: www.updsdance.com

LeVer ne Car lson located in Alden, MN at the Alden-Conger Public School • Cardio Area with Cybex Machines • Gymnasium • Fitness Classes • Weight Room with Cybex fitness equipment and free weights • Elevated Walking Track • Men’s & Women’s Locker Rooms Affordable & Flexible Membership options for everyone!

24-Hour Access with Personalized Key Card

Memberships starting as low as $5.00/month Contact Jenny Hovendick at (507) 874-3240 or jhovendick@ac242.us to get started!

www.alden-conger.org {Click on LeVerne Carlson Fitness Center}

SUMMER FUN 2016 • FREEBORN COUNTY SHOPPER • PAGE 7 Sparky Dan Kruse Memorial Golf Classic July 14, 2016 Wedgewood Golf Course

Midwest Regional Ski Tournament - Bayside Ski Club Edgewater Park - Some of the best water skiers in the Midwest will compete this weekend.

April Sorenson Memorial 1/2-Marathon July 16, 2016 7:30 am Country Inn & Suites www.livelaughrun.com

St. John’s Garden Party & Antique Tractor Show St. John’s Lutheran Community StJohnsOfAlbertLea.org

Hayward Days July 16-17, 2016 Hayward, MN

AUGUST

Shinefest Tractor Ride July 16, 2016 Freeborn Co. Fairgrounds

Freeborn County Fair August 2-7, 2016 Freeborn County Fairgrounds www.freeborncountyfair.com

Freeborn County Chamber of Commerce Golf Outing July 18, 2016 1 pm Green Lea Golf Course www.albertlea.org

Eddie Cochran Weekend Car Show, Submitted by BuckMonsonPhoto.com

Wind Down Wednesday on Broadway Summer Market & Music Festival July 20, 2016 11 am-8 pm Downtown Albert Lea www.winddownwednesday.com 4-H Dog Show - 4-H Building Fri., July 22 – Sat., July 23, 2016

Antiques of the Midwest Antiques & Collectibles

Featuring a wide variety of genuine antiques offered by multiple dealers Mon.-Sat. 10-4, Sun. 12-4, Closed Mondays Dec.-Mar.

218 S. Washington Ave., Albert Lea, MN

Jody Wegner, Owner - 507-377-8212 - After Hours 456-3699

COOKOFF PROVIDES STEAKS $125 ENTRY FEE TO COOK Aug. 26, 2016 Albert Lea, MN Freeborn Co. Fairgrounds 1st Place Steak - $1,000 2nd Place Steak - $500 3rd Place Steak - $400 4th Place Steak - $300 5th Place Steak - $200

Appetizer 1st $150 - 2nd $100 - 3rd $50 Margarita 1st $150 - 2nd $100 - 3rd $50 $20 Entry Fee Per Category Contest Benefits Kids’ Scholarships http://bigislandfestivalandbbq.org 800-658-2526/507-402-6371

Check our Website for Special Events

www.fchm.us

Freeborn County Historical Museum, Library & Village 1031 Bridge Ave. • Albert Lea, MN 56007 • 507-373-8003

Museum & Library Open Year Round – Village Open May thru September Wednesday - Saturday 10 am to 4 pm

PAGE 8 • SUMMER FUN 2016• FREEBORN COUNTY SHOPPER Kennel Club of Freeborn Co. Dog Show Albert Lea City Arena www.kennelcluboffreeborncounty.org Relay for Life August 12, 2016 www.relayforlife.org Freeborn County Fairgrounds Samborie Motor Coach Rally Freeborn County Fairgrounds Wind Down Wednesday on Broadway Summer Festival August 17, 2016 11 am-8 pm Downtown Albert Lea www.winddownwednesday.com “Echoes from the Past” August 17, 2016 Graceland Cemetery www.fchm.us Freeborn Co. Historical Museum

St. John’s Lutheran Community

10 th Annual Garden Party & Antique Tractor Show

Wind Down Wednesdays Downtown Albert Lea

Re-Elect

Thursday, July 28th 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm Live Bluegrass Music by Dale Martell Bring your lawn chair & enjoy live music!

Nordean Krueger and the Antique Tractor People

She will continue to be a strong voice for our area!

BRUNO’S CORN DOGS

Prepared and paid for by the Bennett for MN House 27A committee • P.O. Box 308 • Albert Lea, MN 56007

$

2.00 OFF on a bag of GMG pellets Limit 5 bags. Offer ends June 30, 2016.

Green Mountain Grills

603 1st Ave S • Albert Lea, MN 56007

www.HomeSolutionsMidwest.com • 507-373-3435

Lic. #BC001552

SUMMER FUN 2016 • FREEBORN COUNTY SHOPPER • PAGE 9 Wells Kernel Days August 18-21, 2016 Wells, MN

Labor Day Water Ski Show Edgewater Park

Albert Lea Floats Celebration Frank Hall Park

UMPBA Fountain Lake Powerboat Races Edgewater Bay, Edgewater Park

State BBQ/Steak/Chili Competition August 26-27, 2016 Freeborn County Fairgrounds Funds raised benefit BIR Education Days www.bigislandfestivalandbbq.org

Autumn in the Village Freeborn County Historical Society

Albert Lea Hockey Golf Open August 27, 2016 Green Lea Golf Course www.greenlea.com

Ryan “Pie” Truesdell Memorial Sports Weekend September 10-11, 2016 Snyder Field

“Cruise to the Cove” Wedgewood Cove Golf Course Wed., August 31, 2016, 4 pm-8 pm Open to all classic cars & specialty vehicles, door prizes for registered participants, 50’s and 60’s music provided

by Megaforce - www.oldcarco.com

Thorne Crest 6th Annual 5K Run/Walk, Albert Lea, MN June 10, 2016 9 am

33rd Annual Threshing Festival September 10-11, 2016 Kiester, MN Crossroads Camping Group September 9-10, 2016 Freeborn County Fairgrounds

SEPTEMBER

UMPBA Power Boat Races Edgewater Bay, Fountain Lake

89th Annual Short Stop Golf Tournament September 3-5, 2016 Green Lea Golf Course www.greenlea.com

Autumn in the Village September 17, 2016 12:00 pm-4:00 pm Freeborn County Historical Museum

Minnesota’s Largest County Fair

August 16-21 OWATONNA Motor Company

Presents David Smith Jr. Human Cannonball

Owatonna, MN • www.scff.org or 800-423-6466

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OCTOBER

Celebrating the Arts & Artists September 23, 2016 Wedgewood Cove

Big Island Rendezvous & Festival October 1-2, 2016 Bancroft Bay Park

Big Island Rendezvous Education Days September 29-30, 2016 Bancroft Bay Park

Green Lea Golf Course Shortstop Tournament

Proudly serving Albert Lea and the surrounding communities since 1940, Riverland Community College offers over 90 academic programs including the first two years of a four-year education, bachelor’s degree partnerships, and workforce-ready technical careers – all at a fraction of the cost of most colleges and universities.

Success Starts Here

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Riverland Community College, a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System, is an equal opportunity, affirmative action educator and employer. © 2016 Riverland Community College. All rights reserved.

Community.

College.

Riverland Community College, a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System, is an equal opportunity, affirmative action educator and employer. © 2016 Riverland Community College. All rights reserved.

Albert Lea Austin Owatonna Online | 507-433-0600 | riverland.edu

SUMMER FUN 2016 • FREEBORN COUNTY SHOPPER • PAGE 11 Just Play Event City of Albert Lea

Cruise Clear Lake on the Authentic Stern Wheeler

The New The New Thorne Thorne Crest

For information and up-to-date public cruise schedule go to: www.cruiseclearlake.com or Call 1-641-357-2243

The New Thorne Crest

Crest

Find us on Facebook cruiseclearlake@gmail.com

■ Memory

Care ■■Pool & Wellness Center Memory Care The NewGarage Thorne ■■Heated ParkingCenter Pool & Wellness

Crest

■ Memory

Care ■ Heated Parking Garage ■ Pool & Wellness Center ■ Independent Living– ■ Heated Parking Garage ■1Independent Living– & 2 bedroom new apartments

Horse & Mule Ribbon Fun Show - Sat., June 25 New Horse & Mule Trophy Exhibition Show -

Sun., June 26 (Free admission, crafts, swap meet, tractor/horse games, & more both days) For more info call (507) 383-1966

33rd Farming of Yesteryear Threshing Festival

Featuring IH Tractors and Gas Engines Saturday & Sunday, Sept. 10-11, 2016 Exhibits, Eats, Entertainment 1736 600th Ave, Kiester, MN • 2 miles East & 2 miles South of Kiester

Supper Club

Thurs: S teak & Shrimp or Steak & Lobster Tail Fri: Slow

Roasted Prime Rib or All You Can Eat Fish Fry Sat: S low Roasted Prime Rib or BBQ Ribs

Where family & friends meet for great food & good times!

Steve & Jodi Dittrich

Catering & Off-Site Liquor License Available Tues.-Fri. 3:30 pm to Close, Sat. 11 am Lunch to Close

507-256-4501 • Downtown Geneva • www.georgesofgeneva.com

1617 W. Main St. Albert Lea

(Next to Skyline Plaza)

379-2364

COUPON

$

COUPON

100 Off

Any 24 Pack Cans of Beer

Living

■ Assisted Living

■ Rehabilitation ■ Rehabilitation

■ Health

Care

■ Health Care

■ Assisted ■ Health

(507) 373-2311 (507) 373-2311

Living

■ Rehabilitation

Care

(507) 373-2311

www.ThorneCrest.net (507) 373-2311 www.ThorneCrest.net www.ThorneCrest.net www.ThorneCrest.net 1201 Garfield Ave. Albert Lea, MN, 56007 1201 Garfield Ave.Albert Albert 1201 Garfield Ave. Lea,Lea, MN,MN, 5600756007 Thorne Crest is owned and operated by American Baptist Homes of Thorne Crest is owned and operated by American Baptist Homes of the Midwest, a not-for-profit provider of senior health care since 1930.

■ Memory Care

Thorne Crest is owned and operated by American Baptist Homes of

thetheMidwest, not-for-profit provider of senior health care since 1930.

Midwest, aa not-for-profit provider of senior health care since 1930.

■ Independent

Local Locker/Farm to Table

Wed: Walleye Dinner

■ Assisted

1 & 2 bedroom new apartments available for fall move in!

Wellness Center ■ Heated Parking Garage

WE ARE ALL ABOUT AWESOME FOOD!

Tues: C ook’s Choice

available for fall move in!

■ Pool &

George’s of Geneva

Daily Specials:

The New Thorne Crest

available for fall in! ■ Independent Living– 1 & 2 bedroom newmove apartments

15% Off Any Bottle or Box of Wine

Expires 8/31/16 Mon-Thurs 9am-8pm • Fri & Sat 9am-10pm

Expires 8/31/16

Living–

1 & 2 bedroom new apartments available for fall move in!

■ Assisted

Living ■ Rehabilitation ■ Health Care

(507) 373-2311

www.ThorneCrest.net 507-318-9001 1201 Garfield Ave. Albert Lea, MN, 56007 Thorne Crest is owned and operated by American Baptist Homes of the Midwest, a not-for-profit provider of senior health care since 1930.

– Patios – Retaining Walls – Sod – Water Drainage – Landscaping – Mowing Black Top Seal Coating

PAGE 12 • SUMMER FUN 2016• FREEBORN COUNTY SHOPPER Pellican Breeze Albert Lea Lake

Pelican Breeze II FRIDAY - GREEN MILL PIZZA CRUISE - 6:00-7:30 pm $20 per person, $5 age 5 & under Reserve by 4:00 pm SUNDAY - PUBLIC CRUISE - 1:30-3:00 pm - Meet at Dock 1:15 No Reservations Required PRIVATE CRUISES - 2 Hours - $395.00

Celebrati ng 20 Years!

SPECIALTY CRUISES July 4th Cruise 6:00-7:30 pm $10 per person

pelicanbreeze.org

Al Batt - Nationally Known Storyteller

507-383-7273

Reservations Required

June 5, July 3, Aug. 21 & Oct. 2

2016 Worth County Fair June 15-19 Northwood, IA

For complete list of events go to: www.worthcountyfair.com Matt’s Family Jam - Wed.-Sun. 3 Shows Daily Chris Short Puppet Show - Fri.-Sun. 3 Daily

Wednesday, June 15th

$10 All Week Pass 5 days of Fun!!

$5 Day Pass Purchase before 3 pm

8:30 AM 4-H/FFA Dog Show /10:30 AM 4-H/FFA Pet Show 1:00 PM 4-H/FFA Horse Show – Halter & Pleasure Classes 7:30 & 9:00 pm Hypnotist, Shelter House

Face Painting | Caricature Drawings Fri. 11-5, Sat. 1-5

Thursday, June 16th

9:30-11:00 4-H/FFA Rabbit Show Noon Free Lunch sponsored by Farmers State Bank 1:00 PM 4-H/FFA Horse Show - Games 3:00 PM Farm Bureau Tractor Operator Contest 5:30-7:00 PM Fair Board Appreciation BBQ 6:00 PM Pedal Pull 7:00 pm Borderline Band, Grandstand

an outdoor retreat See us for Flowers Trees Shrubs Pottery

Friday, June 17th

8:00 AM 4-H/FFA Swine Show 11:30 AM 4-H Butterfly Pork Chop Lunch 5:00 PM 4-H/FFA Poultry Show, Poultry/Pet Barn 7:00 pm Rodeo, Grandstand Approx. 8:00 pm Wood Carving Auction

Saturday, June 18th

Sunday, June 19th

9:00 Church Service 8:00 AM 4-H/FFA Beef Show 11:30 Baby Contest TBA Bucket/Bottle Calf Show following 4-H Beef Show 12 Noon 4-H / FFA Sheep Show 12 Noon Free Lunch Sponsored by NSB Bank Noon BBQ by Worth Co. Cattlemen 1:30 PM 4-H/FFA Dairy Show 4:30 Goat Show 2:00-4:00 PM Carnival Ride Armband Special - $15 7:00 pm Nick Dattilo 6:30 pm Tractor Pull, Grandstand Buddy Holly Tribute, Grandstand

Smith’s Amusement Carnival | Nick’s Kids Show - 3 Shows Thurs.-Sun.

1414 W. Main, Albert Lea

(Across from Marketplace Foods)

377-2372 www.AlbertLeaGardenCenter.com Open Mon-Fri 8-5, Sat 8-4

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Blazing Star Trail

Northwood Country Club open to the public

GREEN FEES: 9 Holes $12 - 18 Holes $20 CART FEES: 9 Holes $9 - 18 Holes $18 Come visit us... Northwood Country Club is a well established nine hole course nestled between the Shellrock River and the countryside of northern Iowa.

Known to the local golfers as “The Nasty Nine”, Grab a snack or a sandwich from the grille along with your favorite beverage from our well stocked bar.

1391 490th Street | Northwood, Iowa | 641-324-1662

BUYERS OF ALL TYPES OF METALS

Wedgewood Cove Golf Club

WILD ROSE GARDEN CENTER

Fairy Flowers • Succulants PW Shrubs • Garden Seeds Large Selection of Annuals & Perennials • Hanging Baskets Tropical Plants

5052 Nuthatch Ave., Northwood, IA Open Mon.-Sat. 8:00-6:00 From Albert Lea go So. on Hwy. 65, First Left After State Line Rd., Follow Signs

Insurance from the Best!

HIGHEST PRICE FOR ALUMINUM CANS

Turn to Our Experts

for uncomparable knowledge & service

Troy Thompson

Our Team Offers 167 Combined Years of Experience Dependability Since 1950

LUTCF

1330 W. Main, Albert Lea, MN 507-377-2852 troythompsonagency@gmail.com

GORDONSVILLE, MN • 507-448-3302

Vehicle Loans

10 Minutes South of Albert Lea OPEN DAILY 8 AM-5 PM, SATURDAY 8 AM-12 PM

As Low As

2.49% APR

www.tradesandlabor.com

Get Pre-Approved Before You Shop

TRADES & LABOR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION NCUA Insured Lender

610 S Broadway, Albert Lea, MN 377-1863

L-R: Collin Johnson 1 year, Todd Grove 33 years, Nick Olson 59 years, Brandon Slowinski 16 years, Shannon Slowinski 2 years, Mike McGuire 16 years, Nick Jepson 10 years, Kevin Lockey 3 years

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2016 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Schedule Day

4-27 Freeborn Wed 5-11 Hollandale Wed 5-14 Albert Lea Sat 5-19 Alden Thurs 6-1 Geneva Wed 6-4 Albert Lea Sat 6-9 Emmons Thurs 6-21 Hayward Tues 6-28 Hartland Tues 7-9 Albert Lea Sat 7-14 Twin Lakes Thurs 7-20 Clarks Grove Wed 8-20 Albert Lea Sat 9-10 Albert Lea Sat 9-15 Glenville Thurs

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county 12-3 12-3 minnesota 9-12 3-6 FREEBORN COUNTY 3-6 RESIDENTS ONLY 9-12 12-3 NO EARLY DROP-OFFS 12-3 *It is illegal to drop off 12-3 and leave items meant 9-12 for collectin without 3-6 registering.

12-3 Written survey is required 9-12 of all participants.

9-12 Resident smay attend any 12-3

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collection in any city.

The Albert Lea Hazard collections are held at the City Transfer station 2506 W. Richway Drive. Collections in other cities are generally near a city hall or fire station.

Farmers may bring their unwanted agriculture pesticides to the hazardous waste collections for disposal. Funding for this program is provided by the Minnesota Department of Agricul-ture Waste Pesticide Collection Program in cooperation with Freeborn County.

www.co.freeborn.mn.us

Waseca County “FREE” Fair July 13-17, 2016

Grandstand Events

Wed. 6:30 pm – Free - MN Minn-E-Rods Tractor Pull Thurs. 7:30 pm – Great Frontier Bull Riding Mutton Bustin’ & Dress a Calf Competition Fri. 7 pm – The Waseca Classic Demolition Derby Sat. 6 pm – Enduro Auto Race Sun. 1 pm Waseca Mayhem

Beer Garden “Free” Entertainment Nightly - Full Liquor

A family that...

Plays Together, Stays Together!

Wed. 8:30 pm – Them Pesky Kids Thurs. 8:30 pm – Whiskey Stone Fri. 5-7 pm –Happy Hour w/The Peddler, Pumper & Politician Fri. 8:30 pm – Good for Gary Sat. 5-7 pm Millenium Sat. 8:30 pm – The Blue Ringers Sun. 12 pm – Lightning Karaoke

Free Entertainment All Week Long!!!

FARMER TOM WALSH - An Educational Celebration of Life on the Farm with Funny Songs and Stories!

Kids Power Pedal Tractor Pull Dueling Pianos Alfy’s “World of Robotic Puppets Kiddie Coin Find Antique Tractors on display daily Many other fine performers & contests daily!

“Amusement Attractions”Providing larger, more exciting rides for all ages!

20 Tickets $30 - One Ride Per Ticket!

Available June 30 at HyVee & Waseca County Extension Office For more info visit www.wasecacountyfreefair.com – Fair Books will be delivered in the Waseca County Shopper. Also available at local businesses, fair grounds, and online!

See us for all your Building & Home needs.

971 Plaza St. | Albert Lea, MN | 507.377.4284 www.freebornlumber.com | M-F 7:30am-5pm; Thurs until 7pm

SUMMER FUN 2016 • FREEBORN COUNTY SHOPPER • PAGE 15 2314 Hendrickson Rd., Albert Lea - Across from Wal-Mart

507-377-2773

Mon-Thurs 9am-8pm Fri-Sat 9am-9pm FREE BAG OF ICE WITH PURCHASE !

LEWIS CHARLES CYCLES motorcycle sales, service & accessories V-Twin & Metric

Mike Owens cell 507.720.4114 shop 507.369.5292 919 west main albert Lea, mn

CLASSIC CAR CRUISE IN’S Wednesdays 4 pm-8pm

PIZZA

Lots of Prizes & Meal Discounts for Participants!

May 18 • June 22 • July 20 • Aug. 17 • Sept. 21 Sponsored By

2430 N. Bridge Ave., Albert Lea in the Northbridge Mall 507-377-2166 Delivery 11 am-9 pm Daily

EAT IN | PICKUP | DELIVERY

Albert Lea Parks & Recreation Located at the City Arena 507-377-4370 www.ci.albertlea.mn.us

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

COMPLETE AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR

• Oil changes • Tires • Radiators • Transmissions • Brakes • Nitrogen Inflation • Tune-Up • Wheel Balance • Shock Absorbers • Computerized Alignment • Mufflers • AND MUCH MORE!

505 E. Main, Albert Lea

373-0636

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Fun for the Whole Family!

Introducing Foot Golf 9-Hole Golf Course with Soccer Balls $6 JUNIORS (12 & Under) • $8 ADULTS $2 SOCCER BALL RENTAL

FREE

Soccer Ball Rental Clarks Grove Foot Golf

8:00 am-8:00 pm 7 DAYS A WEEK 507-256-7737 Try the Newest Spor t in Cell 507-402-7327 Freeborn Co un ty

CLARKS GROVE GOLF COURSE 9 HOLES • PAR 32 • EXECUTIVE

Introducing Co-Ed FootGolf League Friday Nights !

1 Mile South of Clarks Grove, MN On Co. Rd.45

Visit Our Website for Tickets and Information: www.bigislandfestivalandbbq.org or Call 1-800-658-2526 Proceeds Benefit B IR Education Days Scholars hips

August 26-27, 2016 Freeborn County Fairgrounds

RPR (Formerly Tanglefoot) will be Jamming with their Friends Both Days

State BBQ/Steak/Chili Competition

The Midwest’s Largest Historical Reenactment of Early America

The Best Barbeque from the Midwest ‘s Best Cooks

Flea Market

New This Year Free Admission Over $10,000 in Cash & Prizes Stage Entertainment

October 1-2, 2016 30th Annual Event

Over 1,000 Participants, Ethnic Food & Crafts 300 Tipis, Lodges & Shelters & Stage Entertainment Voted one of the TOP 100 FESTIVALS in North America by the American Bus Association.

Albert Lea, Minnesota