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2019 SUMMER FUN GUIDE 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 Brookside Boathouse Located off Richway Drive by the Brookside Boat Landing.

Rent canoes, kayaks, stand up paddle boards, hamboards, bikes & more during the summer.

City Beach on Fountain Lake 303 Johnson St. in Albert Lea, NO Life Guard on Duty Next to Skate Park.

Beach & sand volleyball courts.

Aquatic Center 507-373-3328 Mon.-Fri. 1:00-5:00 pm

6:30-8:00 pm Sat.-Sun. 1:00-7:00 pm Daily Admission: $4.00 Everyone $1.25 2 Years & Under $2.50 Non-Swimmer Nighttime Admission: $2.00 Everyone $1.00 2 Years & Under Family Pass $120 plus tax (4 family members same household Individual Pass $65 plus tax Caretaker Pass $35 plus tax (must be babysitter/nanny/PCA) Albert Lea Skate Park 701 N. Shore Ave. - by City Beach Open 9:00 am-9:00 pm 7 Days a Week

Albert Lea Art Center Art Shows 101 S. Broadway, Downtown Albert Lea 507-3735665 Features uniquely special exhibits. www.thealbertleaartcenter.org

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When: June 3July 25 Time: 9:00 am-4:00 pm - FREE

Academy, Hawthorne

& Sondergaard Parks *Please note: Play Parks are subject to close due to inclement weather and extreme heat.

Playpark Schedule Celebrate summer! Parks will be open Monday-Thursday with two leaders at each to supervise the building and grounds and assist children and families in creating a fun and happy summer! Come play, make crafts and build new friendships.

Parents are encouraged to stop by their neighborhood park and meet their Park Leaders. Play Park activities are FREE except where noted.

For more summer events go to: www.cityofalbertlea.org/wpcontent/uploads/2019-SummerRec-Guide_web.pdf Marion Ross Performing Arts Center 147 N. Broadway, Albert Lea, MN Box Office: 507-377-4371 Tickets Available online at www.actonbroadway.com

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Saturdays Northbridge Mall 9-Noon

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2019 SUMMER FUN GUIDE

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Bayside Water Ski Club

Albert Lea Senior Center 1739 W. Main St. Skyline Plaza in Albert Lea Monday- 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon, Tuesday - Friday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Join us for many social, recreational activities and classes. Call 507-373-0704 for more info.

Farmers Market May thru Oct. Shop locally raised fresh produce, flowers, food & more.

Wednesdays 3:30-5:30 Downtown North Broadway Lot Saturdays 9:00-Noon Northbridge Mall Parking Lot

The Bayside Ski Club Water Ski Show every Thursday at 7:00 pm June - August, at Edgewater Park.

Special Fourth of July and Labor Day Shows at 2:00 pm. www.baysideskiteam.com

Country Roads - John Denver Tribute May 10, 2019 Marion Ross Performing Arts Center MN Governor’s Fishing Opening May 10 & 11, 2019 Albert Lea Area Lakes

MAY 2019

ALHS Orchestra Concert May 10, 2019 ALHS Auditorium

Farmers Market May - October, 2019 Wed: Downtown Albert Lea Sat: Northbridge Mall

Men’s Club Chili Choose Up May 11, 2019 Green Lea Golf Course

Thursdays on Fountain Concerts Fountain Lake Park Gazebo Food and Beverages On-Site Zed Leppelin - Led Zeppelin Tribute May 4, 2019 Marion Ross Performing Arts Center

On Both Sides of the Bars Show May 11, 2019 Open House May 11-June 8, 2019 Art Center Region 7 Soaring Contest May 13-18, 2019 Albert Lea Municipal Airport Tunes, Trikes, Bikes May 18, 2019 Frank Hall Park Whalen and the Willows May 18, 2019 Marion Ross Performing Arts Center AL Wrestling Golf Classic May 18, 2019 Green Lea Golf Course

Blue Zone Run/Walk May 11, 2019 Fountain Lake Met Opera Live Dialogues des Carmelites May 11, 2019 Marion Ross Performing Arts Center

Tunes, Trikes and Bikes May 19, 2019 Frank Hall Park 2-Man Best Shot May 19, 2019 Green Lea Golf Course

ALBERT LEA AREA SCHOOLS To ensure individual academic, social and emotional growth that leads to engaged citizens and life long learners.

Albert Lea Schools/Public Summer Meals Program 2019 Meals at NO CHARGE to All children18 and under Available to all Students

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

Southwest Middle School 1601 W. Front St., Albert Lea

Monday-Thursday June 3-July 11, 2019 NO MEALS JULY 4th Breakfast: 8:15 AM-8:45 AM • Lunch: 10:45 AM-12:30 PM @albertleaschool

Questions? Call Food Service Office at 379-5300 or 379-5301 @albertleaschool USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer

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Albert Lea Area Schools

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2019 SUMMER FUN GUIDE Senior 4-Man Best Shot May 20, 2019 Wedgewood Cove Nation of Patriots May 23-24, 2019 North Broadway and Albert Lea American Legion TEX-MEX and DC Drifters May 25, 2019 Marion Ross Performing Arts Center Paddling Film Festival May 30, 2019 Marion Ross Performing Arts Center JUNE 2019 Bayside Water Ski Shows Thursday Evenings Edgewater BayFountain Lake

Thursdays on Fountain Concert Fountain Lake Park Gazebo Food and Beverages On-Site Albert Lea Aquatic Center Opens June 1, 2019 Albert Lea Floats Event June 1, 2019 Albert Lea Parks Y-Not Golf Tournament June 3, 2019 Wedgewood Cove Mystery Movie/Splash Pad Kids Trip June 5, 2019 Marion Ross Performing Arts Center & Splash Pad Wells Summer in the City June 6, 2019 Wells, MN Splash Bash June 7, 2019 3:30-6:30 pm Splash Pad in Albert Lea

Our Patio’s Open!

Eddie Cochran Weekend June 7-9, 2019 Downtown Albert Lea Cruise-In, Music Festival & Car Show

3-Person Best Shot June 9, 2019 Wedgewood Cove DJ Pool Party June 13, 2019 Albert Lea Aquatic Center Glenville Days June 14 & 15, 2019 Glenville, MN Alden Morin Lake Days June 14-16, 2019 Alden, MN

Tammy Schneider Oil Paintings June 16, 2019 Open House June 16-July 27, 2019 Art Center 3-Man Best Shot June 16, 2019 Green Lea Golf Course Wind Down Wednesday June 19, 2019 Downtown Albert Lea

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ETC 507-377-TANS (8267)

Drink Specials Food Specials

Farming of Yesterday Horse/Mule Show June 15-16, 2019 Kiester, MN

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

Etcetera

Hot Spot!

Candlelight Night Walk June 14, 2019 8-10 pm Edgewater Park in Albert Lea

Take a Kid Fishing June 8, 2019 Fountain Lake

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1663 W. Main Albert Lea Skyline Plaza

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24-Hour Access with Personalized Key Card

Memberships starting as low as $5.00/month

Patio Open Fridays & Saturdays till Midnight 134 W. William St • Albert Lea, MN • 373-7949

Contact Jenny Hovendick at (507) 874-3240 or jhovendick@ac242.us to get started!

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

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3rd of July Parade July 3, 2019 Bridge Ave. to Central Park

Summer Carnival July 10, 2019 4-7 pm Morin Park in Albert Lea

Kids Art in the Park June, 26, 2019 Morin Park Albert Lea

4th of July Fireworks July 4, 2019 Dusk, Fountain Lake

New Richland Farm & City Days July 12-14, 2019

Just Play Festival & Bike Rodeo June 29, 2019 at City Parks & Pool

4th of July Water Ski Show July 4, 2019 Edgewater Park Bayside

State Fair July 11-14 & 17-20, 2019 Marion Ross Performing Arts Center

Corey Goodnature Memorial Golf Tournament June 29, 2019 Green Lea Golf Course

Pelican Breeze July 4 Cruise 6:00-7:30 pm 507-383-7273 pelicanbreeze.org

Sparky Golf Outing July 11, 2019 Wedgewood Cove

4th of July Classic Car Show July 4, 2019 North Broadway Parking Lot

Play Day at the Pool July 12, 2019 Albert Lea Pool

Never Boering Goat Show July 5-7, 2019 Freeborn Co. Fairgrounds

Lake Mills July Jubilee July 12-14, 2019 Lake Mills, IA

JULY 2019

H2Whoa! Water Fun! June 21, 2019 Wedgewood Park Kiester Days June 22-23, 2019 Kiester, MN Pelican Breeze Al Batt Cruise June 23 1:30 pm 507-383-7273 pelicanbreeze.org

Bayside Water Ski Shows Thursday Evenings Edgewater Bay-Fountain Lake Thursdays on Fountain Concert Fountain Lake Park Gazebo Food and Beverages On-Site

Campers, Motorcycle, New Homes & More We can help with all your Insurance Needs!

4-Person Best Shot July 7, 2019 Wedgewood Cove

Art & Garden Tour July 12-13, 2019 Albert Lea Art Center

THREE IN ONE

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EVERY THURSDAY Taco Night EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY

2 & 4 pc. Chicken & Hamburger Steak Dinners

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Fish • Prime Rib • Steak & Shrimp • BBQ Ribs 507-889-DALE (3253) Owner: Dale A. Miller

POOL • DARTS • LIQUOR • GAS • DIESEL Car Show North Broadway in Albert Lea

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919 W Main St. Albert Lea, MN

STORE HOURS MONDAY-FRIDAY 9 AM-6 PM SATURDAY & SUNDAY

BY APPOINTMENT

www.lewischarlescycles.com FIND US ON FACEBOOK

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2019 SUMMER FUN GUIDE Rock & Roll the Lakes Bike Tour July 13, 2019 3 Routes Biking, Food & Music Art & Garden Tour July 13, 2019 Albert Lea Art Center Club Championship July 14, 2019 Wedgewood Cove Green Lea Club Tournament July 20, 2019 Green Lea Golf Course Shinefest Tractor Ride July 20, 2019 Freeborn Co. Fairgrounds Clarks Grove Community Fun Fest July 20, 2019 Clarks Grove

Chamber Golf Outing July 22, 2019 Green Lea Golf Course

Bayside Water Ski Shows Thursday Evenings Edgewater Bay-Fountain Lake

Wind Down Wednesday July 24, 2019 Downtown

Freeborn County Fair July 30 - August 4, 2019 Freeborn County Fairgrounds

Beach Luau City Beach July 24, 2019 6-9 pm Pelican Breeze Al Batt Cruise July 28 1:30 pm 507-383-7273 pelicanbreeze.org St. John’s Garden Party & Antique Tractor Show St. John's Lutheran Community AUGUST 2019 Thursdays on Fountain Concert Fountain Lake Park Gazebo Food and Beverages On-Site

Quilting Show Art Center August 4, 2019 Open House August 4-September 14 Virginia Hanson Memorial 4-Gal Best Shot August 8, 2019 Green Lea Golf Course

• Emmons American Legion 100th Year Celebration August 10, 2019 Emmons, MN Freeborn County Kennel Club Dog Show August 10-11, 2019 Albert Lea City Arena Wells Kernel Days August 16-18, 2019 Wells, MN

Wine, Wheels & Wildflowers August 10, 2019 Three Oaks Winery

5-Person Best Shot August 18, 2019 Wedgewood Cove

Kid’s Mud Fun Run August 10, 2019 9:30 am Edgewater Park

Wind Down Wednesday August 21, 2019 Downtown Albert Lea

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Taking applications for both campuses for the following positons:

5:30 pm to 7:30 pm

901 Luther Place, Albert Lea, Chapel Parking Lot

Live Bluegrass Music by Dale Martell

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507-373-8226 To apply submit application to: 901 Luther Place • Albert Lea, MN

Nordean Krueger and the Antique Tractor People

BRUNO’S CORN DOGS

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“Echoes from the Past” August 2019 A Journey Into History Freeborn Co. Historical Museum Movies in the Park Albert Lea August 23, 2019 8:00 pm Edgewater Park Bandshell Big Island State BBQ & Chili Cookoff August 23-24, 2019 Freeborn County Fairgrounds Albert Lea Hockey Golf Open August 24, 2019 Green Lea Golf Course

Pelican Breeze Al Batt Cruise August 25 1:30 pm 507-383-7273 pelicanbreeze.org

3-Person Best Shot September 7, 2019 Wedgewood Cove

Cruise to the Cove August 29, 2019 Wedgewood Cove

Walk to End Alzheimer’s September 14, 2019 Frank Hall Park

Short Stop Golf Tournament August 31-September 2, 2019 Green Lea Golf Course

Celebrating the Arts & Artists September 20, 2019 Art Center

1-Person Best Shot September 28, 2019 Wedgewood Cove

SEPTEMBER 2019

Autumn in the Village September 2019 - Freeborn County Historical Museum

Pelican Breeze Al Batt Cruise September 29 1:30 pm 507-383-7273 pelicanbreeze.org

Labor Day Water Ski Show Edgewater Park 36th Annual Threshing Festival Farming of Yesteryear September 7-8, 2019 Kiester

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UMPBA Powerboat Drag Races September 21, 2019 Edgewater Bay Fountain Lake United Employees Credit Union serves the communities of Freeborn & Mower Counties with a wide range of financial products and services.

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

www.unitedecu.com

Southern Minnesota Electric

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For all your electrical needs!

Southern Minnesota Electric was founded in 2000. We are a locally owned company ready to tackle small or large projects.

We are a diverse company with experience in all aspects of the electrical field from small residential to industrial to farm and agriculture, to renewable energy options such as solar and wind.

www.southernmnelectric.com

507-271-2033

105 Central Ave. North Geneva MN

Hours: Mon-Fri 8 am to 5 pm

Email: smejason@gmail.com

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2019 SUMMER FUN GUIDE

• We Carry Raleigh, Felt, IZIP & Redline Bicycles We Repair All Brands of Bikes - Bike Rental Available Open Mon.-Fri. 9:00 am-5:30 pm, Thurs. till 7:00 pm, Sat. 9:00 am-3:00 pm

114 S. Broadway Ave. | Downtown Albert Lea | 507-373-2060

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WE ARE ALL ABOUT AWESOME FOOD! Local Locker/Farm to Table

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

Roasted Prime Rib or Tues: M exican Night All You Can Eat Fish Fry Wed: Walleye Dinner Sat: S low Roasted Prime Rib or BBQ Ribs

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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

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Fountain Lake Park Albert Lea, MN

Bust up those “Summertime Blues” & cruise around the beautiful lakes of Albert Lea Hometown of rock-n-roll icon, Eddie Cochran, as well as Marian Ross, Albert Lea knows how to rock!

Choose from one of 3 different routes—10, 30, or 50 miles—of SAG-supported, “rolling” fun around our lakes and community

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We have food stops along the route and great music lined up for all ages to enjoy.

So come along with us for a fun, family-friendly ride, great tunes, and a rockin’ good time!

For Info Albert Lea Convention & Visitor’s Bureau 507-373-2316 - Find Us On FACEBOOK - Email: rocknrollthelakes@gmail.com Bikes, Tykes & Tunes Event 2019

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2019 SUMMER FUN GUIDE

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Sunset Saddle Club

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Brookside Boathouse

Big Bang Barrell Shows

Located off Richway Drive by the Brookside Boat Landing

Freeborn Co. Fairgrounds

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Tuesday Nights 5 pm

Canoes, Kayaks, Stand Up Paddle Boards, Bikes & Ham Boards

May 7, 12 June 4, 25 July 9, 23 August 20 & 27

See Details Below

Allzin for Alzheimer's Friday-Sunday, June 14-16

BOATHOUSE HOURS Opens May 25, 2019

$10 Admission OR Punch Pass (5 for $25) For More Information 507-379-4834 AlbertLeaCommunityEd.org

Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday 9:00 am-12:00 pm Monday-Friday 1:00 pm-3:00 pm Tuesday & Thursday 6:00-9:00 pm

Boathouse Located at Brookside Boat Landing

Pelican Breeze II Cruise Boat

International Paddling Film Festival Coming to Albert Lea at the Marion Ross Performing Arts Center Thursday, May 30 at 7:00 pm 100 Miles - A Fishing Kayak Alaska Adventure Finding Flow - Shares Importance of Water Waterway Jay - A Minnesota Film!

Big World - Standup Paddleboard Adventure and More Films Released Night of Event!

Presented by Shell Rock River Watershed Dist., Albert Lea Lakes Foundation & Farmers State Bank PROCEEDS GO TO THE BROOKSIDE BOATHOUSE

For Tickets Call 507-379-4834 or Visit - AlbertLeaCommunityEd.org

Special Public Cruise on Pelican Breeze II

Friday Public Cruises 6:00-7:30 pm

Every Friday - No Reservations Needed Sunday Public Cruises 1:30-3:00 pm Every Sunday - No Reservations Needed

Private Charters Available

2 Hours - Any Event - Reservations Required

Al Batt Cruising Reservations Required June 23 - July 28 - August 25 - September 29

DOG

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Puppy Kindergarten

Limited to dogs up to 10 months old

Wednesdays at 7:00pm $70

8 Weeks - Starts June 5th

Dog Obedience Limited to dogs 11 months & older

Thursdays at 6:15pm $70

8 Weeks - Starts June 6th

Intermediate Obedience Limited to dogs 11 months & older

Thursdays at 7:30pm $70

8 Weeks - Starts June 6th See Website for Further Details

Kennel Club of Freeborn County

Albert Lea City Arena

Albert Lea Lake – Albert Lea, MN 507-383-7273 pelicanbreeze.org

2nd Floor - 701 Lake Chapeau Dr. www.kennelcluboffreeborncounty.org

www.facebook.com/kennelcluboffreeborncounty

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June 8th – Summer Treasures Fest antique, vintage & repurposed, live music, food vendors, farmers market & more June 22nd – Bike Ride Around Mitchell County July 4th – July in Osage - 5k, Town & Country BBQ, Parade, Bull & Barrel Bash July 11-13 – Ridiculous Days, Downtown Exhibitors, Food Vendors and Ridiculous Deals

July 31- Aug 4th – Mitchell County Fair August 10-11 – Cedar Valley Memories Power/Steam Show Sept 20-22th – Cedar River Rendezvous & Outdoor Days Sept 21 - Autumn Artistry- One of the area's Largest art festivals First Saturday of Month, June - September 8 a.m. – Noon – Downtown Farmers Market

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Teaching fishing skills.

Learning life skills. rt lbe Lea Friday, June 14th 7:00 am-6:00 pm

All Donations go to Operating Funds including vet bills, food and housing for homeless animals in Freeborn County

GolfKlassic Klassic Golf Saturday, June 8, 2019 1 PM Shotgun Start

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Hole sponsorships available for $100.

Players of all ages are invited to play!

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TAKE A KID

FISHING Saturday, June 8, 2019 9:00 to 11:00 am

EDGEWATER PARK

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Sponsored by the Fountain Lake Sportsmen's Club and The Albert Lea Anglers

KIDS 12 & UNDER RECEIVE

Free Fishing Rod and Free Can of Pop, Hot Dog and Bag of Chips

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800-642-9662 | www.mrsgerrys.com

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• 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

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

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August 23-24, 2019 Freeborn County Fairgrounds 13th Annual - Free Admission

State BBQ/Steak/Chili Competition Prize Money - Trophies

The Best Barbeque from the Midwest ‘s Best Cooks

Anyone can enter any of the cookoffs

Stage Entertainment

Returning: Infantry Red Bull Division Musicians Saturday 1:00 pm

Flea Market

The Midwest’s Largest Historical Reenactment of Early America

October 5-6, 2019 33rd 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

www.bigislandfestivalandbbq.org or 1-800-658-2526

Fun for Everyone!

$20 Weekly Pass – $10 Day Pass Saturday Veterans & Senior Day $5 Includes All Grandstand Entertainment – 5 & Under FREE

June 19-23, 2019 u worthcountyfair.com u Find Us on Facebook Wednesday, June 19th 5:30 Free Fair Board Appreciation BBQ in Shelter House 5:00-9:00 PM Carnival Wristband Special 6:30 PM Fair Queen Contest 7:00 PM “The Memories” Band in Shelter House

Thursday, June 20th 9:30 AM 4-H/FFA Rabbit Show NOON Free Meal sponsored by Farmers State Bank 1:00 PM 4-H/FFA Horse Show - Games 3:00 PM Farm Bureau Tractor Operator Contest 4:00 PM Carnival Opens 6:00 PM Pedal Pull 6:30 PM Rice Bull Riding Co. Rodeo - Grandstand

The Ninja Experience Don’t Miss This Show!

2 Shows Wed. Thurs., Fri. 3 Shows Sat. & Sun.

Saturday, June 22nd 8:00 AM 4-H/FFA Beef Show TBA Bucket/Bottle Calf Show following Beef Show NOON Free Lunch Sponsored by NSB Bank NOON Carnival Opens 1:00-3:00 Armband Special 1:30 PM 4-H/FFA Dairy Show 6:00 PM 4-H Style Show & Awards 6:30 PM ECI Puller Assn. Inc. - Grandstand

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Friday, June 21st 8:00 AM 4-H/FFA Swine Show 3:00 PM Carnival Opens 4:00 PM 4-H/FFA Poultry Show 6:30 PM Lumberjack Show - Grandstand

Sunday, June 23rd 9:00 AM Church Service 11:00 AM Baby Contest NOON Beef BBQ by Worth Co. Cattlemen NOON 4-H/FFA Goat Show TBA 4-H/FFA Sheep Show - Follows Goat Show 2:00 PM Carnival Opens 5:00 pm Demo Derby, Grandstand 8:30 PM 4-H State Conference Meeting 9:00-11:00 PM 4-H Teen Dance

Swifty Swine Productions - 5 Shows Daily | Nick’s Kids Shows - 3 Shows Daily | Agri-Puppets - 2 Shows Daily Face Painting, Balloon Artist, Caricature - Check Our Online Schedule | Matts Family Jam - 3 Shows Daily

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Welcome to the Martin County Fair!

Minnesota’s Other Big Fair 1865

2015

Fairmont, Minnesota – August 13-18, 2019 TUESDAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . JOHNNY HOLM BAND WEDNESDAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CHIRS HAWKEY THURSDAY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TYLER RICH SATURDAY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SAWYER

ALL WEEK LONG ... EXPERIENCE THE AUSSIE KINGDOM For a Complete Schedule of Events Visit www.theotherbigfair.com

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All Entertain ment is FREE with Gate Ad mission

Waseca County

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“FREE” Fair July 17-21, 2019

Grandstand Events

STEELE COUNTY FREE FAIR Owatonna, MN

www.scff.org

August 13-18, 2019

2019 Grandstand Entertainment Tues., August 13th Wed., August 14th Thurs., August 15th Fri., August 16th

IMP Auto Cross Enduro Chris Hawkey Concert Chris Kroeze Concert

7:30 pm 6:00 pm 7:30 pm 7:30 pm

From the NBC “THE VOICE“

Sat., August 17th Antique Tractor Pull Bull Riding/Barrel Racing/Mutton Bustin Sun., August 18th Demolition Derby

8:30 am 7:30 pm 3:30 pm

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. 7:00 pm – The Waseca Classic Demolition Derby Sat. 7:00 pm – Central MN Tractor Pull Sun. 1:00 pm Enduro Auto Race

Beer Garden “Free” Entertainment Nightly - Full Liquor

Wed. 8:30 pm – Rhino Thurs. 8:45 pm – Shane Martin Fri. 3:30-6:30 pm Jeremy & Lance

Fri. 8:30 pm –Arena Sat. 4:00-7:00 pm Everett Smithson Sat. 8:30 pm-5:00 Minute Major Sun. 1:00 pm Beanbag Tournament

Free Entertainment All Week Long!!!

“Remembering Our Fallen” Traveling Exhibit Kids Power Pedal Tractor Pull Kiddie Coin Find Tye-Dye T-shirts String Art Projects Alfy’s Robotic Puppets 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 Bomgaars, Walmart & 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!

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DROP R O ANCin H Clear Lake

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CLEAR LAKE Your 2019 Officia l Visitor Guide of the Clear Lake Area Cha mber of Commerce

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where to eat, play, & stay Events Calendar

Fishing

Family Fun

Camping

Relocation Guide

& more!

Visit our website & grab our Visitor’s Guide TODAY! www.clearlakeiowa.com

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• June 6, 13, 20, 27 - July 11, 18, 25 - August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

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The Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce invites you to come downtown Clear Lake for Thursdays on Main, starting June 6th. Lots of shopping, food, music & fun for all ages. Visit www.clearlakeiowa.com for complete schedule.

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