Experience Magazine 2013

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Southeast Minnesota Relocation & Visitors Guide

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calendar of events April 2013

Through May 17th - Minnesota on the Map; traveling exhibit of the MN Historical Society, at the Mower County Historical Society. Display hosted by Austin Public Library & Mower County Historical Society. www.mowercountyhistory.org April 1 Ruby Rupner Auditorium - 7:00 p.m. “A Watershed Approach to Fewer Floods, More Productive Farms, Cleaner Water and More Wildlife”. Free and open to the public! Please RSVP by March 31 by calling 507-437-7519 or jchnatur@smig.net.

April 11 – 13 Austinaires show at Austin High School Christgau Hall at 7 pm.

This is AHS’s vocal choir groups’ annual performance featuring singing, dancing, & solo performances. (507) 460-1900

April 14 Young Artists Concert; 2 pm show at the Austin High School. Features winners of the Young Artists competition & finale from Tchaikovsky Symphony #4. (507) 433-5647 or ww.austinsymphony.org

April 12 – 14 6th Annual Minnesota Junior Spring Classic beef show at the Mower County Fairgrounds. Contact show organizer: Jamie.l.may@gmail.com; http://www.minnesotajsc.com or fair office (507) 433-3376

April 20 “Stepping Out for Autism” Walk sponsored by the Hormel Historic Home, www.hormelhistorichome.org for details

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April 12 – 14 “Rapunzel and the Witch,” an adaptation of the story by Brothers Grimm, by Matchbox Children’s Theatre at the Historic Paramount Theatre. (507) 434-0934 or matchboxchildrenstheatre.org

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Zonta raises money for Habitat for Humanity, Mower County Red Cross & Seibel Visitation Center. Contact Abby 507-4337325

May 2013

Through May 17 - Minnesota on the Map; traveling exhibit from the MN Historical Society. Display hosted by Austin Public Library & Mower County Historical Society. www.mowercountyhistory.org

April 25 - 27 “Little Women,” by Louisa May Alcott, will be performed

by Riverland Theatre. Frank W. Bridges Theatre on RCC campus. All performances at 7:30 pm. (507) 433-0595 or boxoffice@riverland.edu for tickets. Season information at www.riverland.edu/theatre

May 2 – 5 “Little Women,” by Louisa May Alcott, performed by Riverland Theatre. Frank W. Bridges Theatre on RCC campus. All performances at 7:30 pm. (507) 433-0595 or boxoffice@riverland. edu for tickets. www.riverland.edu/theatre May 3 – 4 Friends of the Austin Public Library and AAUW Annual Spring book sale, held at the library; 10 am - 5 pm. (507) 433-2391

April 25 – Lunchbox History Series 12 PM at the Hormel Historic Home: David Lanegran, Minnesota on the Map: A Historical Atlas. Admission is free but donations are accepted. (507) 437-6082 or http://www.mowercountyhistory.org

May 4 11th Annual Austin City-Wide Rummage Sale Day, held during National Tourism Week. Call the Austin CVB for information. (507) 437-4563

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calendar of events May 4 – 12 The Austin CVB hosts local tourism recognitions, including the “Austin Tourism Top list Award.” Winner to be named during this week May 10 Riverland Choir Spring Concert by Riverland’s music department; location TBD; 7:30 pm - www.riverland.edu/theatre May 11 13th Annual Y 5K Run/Walk, sponsored by the YMCA of Austin. Race starts at 9 am.

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May 11 Historic Paramount Theatre - 7:30pm - PowerBalladz - Tickets are $20 advance and $22 at the door

May 31 - June 2 10th Annual Flea Market at the Mower County Fairgrounds; (507) 433-1868

May 12 Historic Paramount Theatre - 7:30pm - Tribute to Dolly Parton - Tickets are $15 advance and $17 at the door

June 2013

June 1-2 -10th Annual Flea Market at the Mower County Fairgrounds; (507) 433-1868

May 16 - October 31 Austin Area Farmers Market, 3:30 - 6 pm downtown on Thursdays, 3:30 - 6 pm at the Mall on Mondays, 9:30 - 11 am also at the Mall on Saturdays (except holidays). Indoor market runs November - December at Oak Park Mall from 4 - 7 pm. (507) 433-2545

June 3 Riverland Community College Athletic Booster Club Golf fundraiser; Austin Country Club. All are welcome. Includes golf, games on the course, prizes, dinner, raffle, silent auction. 12:30 pm shotgun start

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calendar of events June 10 – 13 5th Annual Gifted & Talented Symposium at Riverland Community College, sponsored by the Hormel Foundation.

Call ACVB (507) 437-4563 June 15 – 16 31st Annual Fraternal Order of Eagles/Austin All Stars age 14 & under Austin Youth Baseball tourney, Riverland Community College baseball complex. (507) 433-6715 or (507) 279-3681

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June 22 Summer Solstice Ecoblitz - 8:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m. FREE Family Event! ! PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Sign up forms are available at the Nature Center.

June 6 - September 26 Junior Master Gardeners every Thursday. Cooking & gardening classes for youth grades 3 & up. Free & held at the 4-H bldg. at Mower County Fairgrounds, 10 am - 12 noon

June 22 – 23 2nd Annual Reichel Foods/Austin All Stars tourneys for ages 10 & 11 & under. Austin Youth Baseball, both tourneys at Todd Park North. (507) 433-6715 or (507) 279-3681

June 8 – 9 17th Annual Jaycees/Austin All Stars age 13 & under tourney, Todd Park North, diamonds 7 & 10. (507) 4336715 or (507) 279-3681

June 27 The Hormel Institute, 801 16th Ave. NE, will host the 1st of 3 summer public Open Houses of the world-renowned medical/cancer research center from 4 - 6 pm. Call (507) 437-9601.

June 9 – 13 First performance of the Summerset Theatre season at Frank W. Bridges Theatre on RCC campus. Title TBA. (507) 433-0595 or boxoffice@riverland.edu for tickets.

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calendar of events June 27 – Lunchbox History Series 12 PM: Frank Bridges will discuss the early history of theatre in Austin. Admission is free but donations are accepted. (507) 437-6082 or www. mowercountyhistory.org June 28 – 30 35th Annual Austin All Star/Local 9/Reichel Foods Youth International Baseball tourney. 12 & under. North diamond Todd Park. This is a wood bat tourney. (507) 433-6715 or (507) 279-3681 June 28 – 30 MeadowFest Celebration; includes tours of GAR Hall in Grand Meadow & vintage baseball game at 5:30 pm on Saturday. (507) 437-6082, www.mowercountyhistory. org, www.cityofgrandmeadow.com/webpages/meadowfestinfo.html

July 2013

Tuesdays on Main, 3:30 - 8 pm; Every Tuesday on Main Street. www.austindowntownalliance.com Through September 26 Junior Master Gardeners, every Thursday, cooking & gardening classes for youth grades 3 & up. Event is free & held at the 4-H bldg. at Mower County Fairgrounds, 10 am - 12 noon

June 29 - GAR Hall Open House in Grand Meadow 10 AM to 2 PM. (507) 437-6082 or www.mowercountyhistory.org June 29 -Vintage baseball match between the History Center of Olmsted County Roosters and Grand Meadow Nine in Grand Meadow 6 PM. (507) 437-6082 or www.mowercountyhistory.org

July 3 – 4 Freedom Fest, Austin’s annual celebration of community & country. Parade, fireworks, live music, carnival games & more

June 30 – GAR Hall Open House in Grand Meadow 12 to 3 PM. (507) 437-6082 or www.mowercountyhistory.org

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calendar of events July 18 Okee Dokee Brothers- Popular 2013 Grammy Award winning family folksingers. Summer Senior Special Concert: for ages 55 and over 9:00 – 9:30 a.m. ; Family/Children’s Concert: 1:30 p.m. Evening concert: 7:00 p.m. at the JC Hormel Nature Center July 19 – 21 LeRoy Minnesota Summerfest. Check http://visitleroy. com/commevents.html for more information.

July 6 31st Annual Y Hog Jog 5 mile run, sponsored by the Austin YMCA; race starts at 8 am. Join the fun of Freedom Fest & participate in this healthy event. The race is chip timed & PR certified

July 25 The Hormel Institute, 801 16th Ave. NE, will host the 2nd of 3 summer public Open Houses of the world remowned medical/cancer research center from 4 - 6 pm. Call (507) 437-9601

July 9 – 13 “Steel Magnolias”, the second performance of the Summerset Theatre season at Frank W. Bridges Theatre on RCC campus.

(507) 433-0595 or boxoffice@riverland.edu for tickets.

July 25- Learn to shoot a bow -Archery with Scott Hanna 1-4:30 PM Staff led geocaching 1 and 3 PM. FREE and open to the public. RSVP 507-437-7519 or email jchnatur@smig.net July 25 – Lunchbox History Series 12 PM: Arthur Louis Finnell will discuss veterans of the War of 1812 that are buried in Minnesota. Admission is free but donations are accepted.

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calendar of events July 26 to September 27 – Minnesota Homefront exhibit, at the Mower County Historical Society, Tuesday through Friday 10 AM to 4 PM. (507) 437-6082 or www.mowercountyhistory.org July 27 BOSS (Bikers of Student Success) Ride fundraiser for Riverland Community College student scholarships. All motorcycle enthusiasts are welcome; day long ride begins at RCC campus at 10 am July 31 - August 10 “Monty Python’s SPAMALOT” will be the third Summerset production of the summer season. Performances will be at Frank W. Bridges Theatre on RCC campus. (507) 433-0595 or boxoffice@riverland.edu for tickets.

August 2013

Through August 27 Tuesdays on Main 3:30 - 8 pm, Every Tuesday on Main Street. www.austindowntownalliance.com Through September 26 Junior Master Gardeners every Thursday, cooking & gardening classes for youth grades 3 & up. Event is free & held at the 4-H bldg. at Mower County Fairgrounds, 10 am - 12 noon Through September 27 Minnesota Homefront, traveling exhibit from the MN Historical Society. Display hosted by Austin Public Library & Mower County Historical Society. www.mowercountyhistory.org. at the Mower County Historical Society

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FREE and open to the public. RSVP 507-437-7519 or jchnatur@smig.net August 3 – 4 Relay for Life Mower County; fundraising Walk for Cancer research, patient services & education. Starts at 3 pm, opening ceremony at 6 pm, luminaria ceremony at dusk, closing ceremony at 7 am - at Veterans Pavilion Band shell Park. Contact organizer Linda Baier (507) 440-1024 August 6 – 11 129th Annual Mower County Free Fair; affordable fun for everyone. Youth & open livestock shows, free stage entertainment, grandstand events, arts/crafts, horticulture, carnival rides & your favorite fair foods! Come see America’s original Children’s Farmyard, too. www.mowercountyfair. com. All Mower County Historical Society buildings will be open & free for tours from 1-8 pm Tuesday thru Saturday & 1-5 pm on Sunday. www.mowercountyhistory.org August 15 Jim Jayes, Magician, Puppeteer- “Abracadabra!”Austin’s magician and puppeteer will delight audiences of all ages. Summer Senior Special Program: for ages 55 and over 9:00 – 9:30 a.m. ; Family/Children’s Program: 1:30 p.m. (507) 437-7519. jcnature@smig.net

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September 2013

Through September 26 Junior Master Gardeners weekly (every Thursday) cooking & gardening classes for youth grades 3 & up. Event is free & held at the 4-H bldg. at Mower County Fairgrounds, 10 am - 12 noon

August 17 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Staff led geocaching and Monarch tagging for the family. FREE and open to the public. RSVP 507-437-7519 or jchnatur@smig.net

Through September 27 Minnesota Homefront, traveling exhibit from the MN Historical Society. Display hosted by Austin Public Library & Mower County Historical Society. www.mowercountyhistory.org. at the Mower County Historical Society

August 22 Tom Pease, Singer, Musician With movement, sign language, humor, and joy. Summer Senior Special Concert: 9:00 – 9:30 a.m. for ages 55 and over ; Family/Children’s Concert: 1:30 p.m. (507) 437-7519

September 8 – 11 67th Annual National Barrow Show at the Mower County Fairgrounds. Visitors come from around the world for this show. (507) 433-1868

August 22 – Lunchbox History Series 12 PM: David Kenney will discuss his book, Minnesota Goes to War. Admission is free but donations are accepted. (507) 437-6082 or www.mowercountyhistory.org

September 14 Re-fest Energy Festival - Free and open to the public. New this year! The event will be held at the Mower County fairgrounds

August 24 – 25 2nd Annual Austin ArtWorks Festival at the Downtown Power Plant. Art Works! www.Austinartworksfestival.org (507) 434-0934

September 21 Operation Vintage Pride Snowmobile event at the Mower County Fairground … 3rd year in Austin. Drag race on grass, silent auction, swap meet. Proceeds go for care packages to support US troops. (507) 202-1218. DATE IS TENTATIVE: please check www.mowercountyfair.com for updates

August 29 The Hormel Institute, 801 16th Ave. NE, will host the final summer public Open Houses of the world renowned medical/cancer research center from 4 - 6 pm. (507) 437-9601

September 21 North Central Scottish Highland Cattle Regional show at the Mower County Fairgrounds. Family event for both exhibitors & the public. 9 am Jr. show, 12 noon Open show. NCHCA.org. or www.mowercountyfair.com for

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calendar of events updates. Mark Schulz organizer, (507) 582-1073 or mark@ flatlandfarms.com September 21 - October 31 Farmer John’s Pumpkin Patch celebrates 25 years of family fun, and will be open 12 noon - 6 pm daily. “Pick your own pumpkins,” fall decorating items, fall photo opportunities, horse & wagon rides. Groups welcome, (507) 4379180 for reservations September 26 – Lunchbox History Series 12 PM: Hormel Food archivist Charity Lifka, presenting the history of Hormel Foods and their contributions on the homefront during World War II. Free but donations are accepted.

(507) 437-6082 or www.mowercountyhistory.org September 28 Annual Fall Harvest Celebration at Mower County Historical Society. Free & open to all ages;11 am – 3 pm. (507) 4376082; www.mowercountyhistory.org

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October 3 – 6 27th Annual Big Island Rendezvous & Festival; regional event held at Freeborn County Fairgrounds in Albert Lea. Midwest’s largest historical re-enactment of Early America. www.bigislandfestivalandbbq.org or pvining@smig.net

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October 5 Bean Bag Tournament sponsored by the Austin Zonta Club; Windrift Lounge. Includes food and prizes. Contact Abby (507) 433-7325 for start time

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Phone:_ _________________ Return by mail or deliver to Mower County Mentoring Program Mower County Courthouse 201 Second Avenue NE Austin, MN 55912 507-440-5487

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Meeting at the Hormel Historic Home 6 PM A catered meal is included in the admission cost. (507) 437-6082 or www.mowercountyhistory.org November 19th Stan Tekeila “Bears” 7:00 PM. Hormel Nature Center November 25 - December 10 16 Days of Activism,’ A Project for Violence Against Women’. For details about this Zonta-sponsored promotion, contact Abby at (507) 433-7325

October 11 – 12 Friends of the Austin Public Library Annual Fall book sale, held at the library. (507) 433-2391 or www.austinpubliclibrary.org October 26 11th Annual Friends of the Jay C. Hormel Nature Center Thanksgiving Feast Fundraiser Tickets are $35.00

November 2013

November 2 Benefit concert for youth music programs, at St. Olaf Church at 7 pm. Includes Northwestern Singers & Austin school choir performances. To date, NWS has raised over $33,000 for youth music programs. (507) 434-0934 November 7 – Mower County Historical Society Annual

November 29 “Christmas in the City” kickoff in downtown Austin, 6 - 8 pm.

November 29 - December 15 3rd Annual “Festival of Lights” (display open Thursday thru Sunday evenings 5 - 10 pm).www.austinfestivaloflights. com

December 2013

December 3 “Christmas in the NW”, 4:30 - 7:30 pm; fun family events with Santa December 5 “Christmas in the SW”, 4 - 7 pm; sleigh rides & holiday treats December 7 Austin’s 4th Annual Merry Tuba Christmas. Free community Christmas concert held at Center Court in Oak Park Mall.

Call the Austin CVB at (507) 437-4563 for concert time. Visit www.tubachristmas.com December 13 – Christmas in the County Pre-Sale Bake Sale 3 to 6 PM. (507) 437-6082 or www.mowercountyhistory.org December 14 – Christmas in the County 3 to 7 PM (507) 437-6082 or www.mowercountyhistory.org

• Appliances • tools • home repair • mattresses • lawn & garden & much more!

Southwest sales 1608 12th st sw 437-1316

Front of Oak Park Mall • Austin, MN 507-437-9292

northstar body shop 25446 hwy. 218 n 433-4609

tranny shop 501 1st ave sw 437-0037

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AustinBruins.com 507-434-4978

J ! ; $ Minnesota’s Largest County Fair

Antiques, Clothing Consignment, Home decor & gifts

“THE PLACE TO BE SEEN IN 2013�

Aug. 13–18th, 2013

Check out our OFF SEASON EVENTS at the fairgrounds

www.scff.org

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Olde Tyme Antiques

3 Levels of Antiques, Gifts, Candles, Lang Calendars, Pictures, Jewelry, Clothing Consignment (name brand), Home Decor and Much More!

417 N. Main St., Austin, MN (5 blocks south of Spam Museum right on main street) Hours: Mon.-Fri.10am-6pm; Sat. 10am-5pm

50422 262nd Street • Austin, MN

How do you get there?

Go 4 miles North of Austin on Hwy 218, then 2.5 miles west on 262nd Street. Just follow.

When we are home, we are open, even early or late.

Just Call First!

Custom Cabinetry by

437-3343 or 438-7070

Old Tyme Antiques We also conduct Estate Sales!

Call Judy or Dave at J&D Estate Sales!

We Install & Service

Commercial & Residential Systems Geothermal Systems Indoor Air Quality Systems Free Estimates

Tom's

heating & air conditioning Dan Marmsoler

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1207 1st Ave SW, Austin, MN 507-437-4170

2205 4th Street NW, Austin

www.mountain-oaks-cabinetry.com

507.433.3586

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Call Today for an Estimate! 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed 201 12th Street SW • Austin, MN 55912

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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.

Consider these important points: • We offer a high quality education with small class sizes so students know their instructors.

• Students who come to NIACC right after high school can save their families more than $7,000 by starting at NIACC — and their credits easily transfer to four-year schools.

• 95% of NIACC career and technical graduates get jobs!

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

Contact our Admissions Office today and schedule a campus visit!

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Blooming Prairie

Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration

The 4th of July is the city’s biggest celebration of the year. Come and enjoy Blooming Prairie’s famous old fashioned 4th of July celebration, the largest celebration in southern Minnesota. Every year, 35 thousand or more people flock to our city to celebrate our country’s independence. Ask anyone, and they will tell you that this is the place to be. We have activities that the whole family can enjoy.

After all, Blooming Prairie is the #1 destination for 4th of July family entertainment!

The Blooming Prairie Chamber of Commerce is responsible for putting together the festivities, including vendors, entertainment and the famous parade of over 125 units. If you’re interested in being a part of this great celebration, contact the B.P. Chamber of Commerce at (507) 583-4472 or go to the B.P. Chamber of Commerce webpage www.bloomingprairie.com.

Tyler Mundy

CNC Milling & turning

335 Hwy. Ave. South Blooming Prairie, Mn.

507-583-0050 • fax 507-583-2776 • tyler@heavymetallic.com

Floor Tech All your Flooring Needs

A Touch of Charm Central Co-op

•Full Service Florist •Unique Gifts •Treasures for your Home

322 E Main ST • Blooming Prairie, MN 507-583-2276 2201 East Main • Albert Lea, MN 507-552-1637

507-583-6661

Brookside Campground

Blooming Prairie Area Chamber of Commerce

“Real Estate is our Passion, Integrity is our Mission.”

Old Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration

1405 15th Ave NW, Suite B, Austin, MN

www.campbrookside.com Fun For The Entire Family!

• Heated Pool • Horse Shoe Pits • Wagon Rides • Great Playground • Kids Pool • Game Room • A Different Planned Event Every Weekend plus much, much, more...

BOOK YOUR WEEKEND TODAY! BLOOMING PRAIRIE • 507-583-2979

Invites you to Blooming Prairie’s

July 3rd and 4th

www.atouchofcharmonline.com 330 E. Main, Blooming Prairie, MN 55917 507-583-7637 Mon. – Fri. 9:30 - 5:00 • Sat. 9:30 - 4:00

Casey Hatch Broker/Owner www.MyHomeIntegrity.com info@MyHomeIntegrity.com

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Blooming Prairie

4th Annual Gobble Wobble

Thursday, November 28, 2013; Thanksgiving Day. Includes Widdle Wobble Kids Race. Details call (507) 583-4472

We Install Quality NAPA Parts

New York Life

“Established to serve your health care needs”

Here for all your propane needs.

Dr. Chad M. Eischens Doctor of Chiropractics

Joe’s Repair Service

308 E. Main Street Blooming Prairie, MN 55917

507-583-7994

Ask for Sue Zwiener

163 5th ST NE • Blooming Prairie, MN 55917

Prairie Family & Sports Chiropractic

583-2200

Massage Therapy: Book your appointment today 334 E. Main Street • 507-583-2271 Blooming Prairie, MN toll Free 866-5DrChad (866-537-2423) e-mail: drchad@drchad.org Website: www.drchad.org

Treat The Entire Family... Today!

Tow Truck Service Call:

507-440-0093 Darrick Schewe

317 Highway Avenue South Blooming Prairie

507-583-9994

www.darrickspreferredauto.com

507-583-2296

540 Hwy 218 S • Blooming Prairie, MN 55917

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St. Ansgar, IA

St. Ansgar Schedule of Events Farmers’ Market Thursdays 4 - 5:30 pm; June through September Saturday, April 27 • City Wide Garage Sales Saturday, June 15 • Oatmeal Days Fun in the Park, Sidewalk Sales, Parade

St. Ansgar Greenhouse & Floral Shop 415 North George Street, St. Ansgar, IA 50472 stansgargreenhouse.com • 641-736-4848

Saturday, July 20 • Herb Festival Vendor Booths, Lectures, Garden Tours, Fairy Gardens

trip to Take a day Spot en d ar G e th of Iowa

Saturday, September 7 • Fall Festival Food, Vendor Booths, Fun for the whole Family!

Est. 1971

Big city selection . . .Small town prices . . . friendly service!

Unique Collection of Flowers, Perennials, Bedding Plants, Pond Plants, Vegetable Plants & Much More MAY HOURS: Mon. - Fri. 8 am - 7 pm Sat. & Sun. 8 am - 5 pm

Saturday, October 26 • Quilt Extravaganza City-wide Quilt Celebration, Local Artists & Authors Whirlpools for Two • Air Conditioning Romantic Fireplaces • Murder Mysteries Retreats/Seminars • Private Parties

Thursday, October 31 • Trick, Treat & Tromp • LAWN & GARDEN Saturday andAPPLIANCES Sunday, December 7&8 Hometown Christmas Saturday 9 am -5 pm, Sunday 1 - 4 pm

Open for Lunch Monday-Saturday.

Open for Dinner every Friday & Saturday Evening.

So Quaint

Vintage & Stained Glass For your Home~Porch~Garden 100 West 4th Street (The Old Train Depot) St. Ansgar, IA 50472

319-830-0659

Hometown store locally owned and operated

Open Thursday, Friday, Saturday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Suzanne & Dean Shoars

715 Main St., Osage, IA 641-732-3200 Austin, MN 507-437-9292

Open Daily Noon-7:00 p.m.

by or Open o D chance or e Sid ntiques Appointment A

Paradise Pizza & More

St. Ansgar, IA • 641-713-2434 Pizza Sandwiches Bakery items, Chicken, Salads and much more!

Kathy Falk

Tel: (641) 713-2354 Cell: (641) 512-5705

329 West 4th Street • St. Ansgar, Iowa 18

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brownsdale MAY 4TH CITY RUMMAGE SALE & DOWNTOWN SIDEWALK SALE JUNE TBA ICE CREAM IN THE PARK AUGUST 2nd & 3rd BROWNSDALE FEST (new date) 6TH-NATIONAL NIGHT OUT IN PARK 6PM

STATE BANK

For all of your insurance needs whether it is crop, farm, home, auto, commercial or life insurance call Joy!

Joy Oudekirk CIC, CPIW

108 S. Mill Street P.O. Box 296 Brownsdale, MN 55918 (507) 567-2279 joy@firstamericanmn.com www.FirstAmericanMN.com

Brownsdale P.O. Box 157 Brownsdale, MN 55918 507-567-2219

Austin 128 North Main St. Austin, MN 55912 507-433-3473

Sargeant P.O. Box 1 Sargeant, MN 55973 507-477-2112

We believe in you.

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Member FDIC. And the community.

Quality Collision Repairs • Insurance Claims • Personalized Service

102 N. Mills St. Brownsdale, MN 507-567-2142 “quality is our standard”

Open Monday-Friday 7:30am-5:30pm Saturday by appointment only

Owner: Brian Gerhart • 507-567-2626 103 W. Main St. Brownsdale, MN 55918 www.brownsdaleautobody.com

LP Tanks Kerosene Fuel Diesel Hours:

Mon-Friday: 5am-10pm Saturday: 6am-10pm Sunday: 7am-9pm

Liberty's

This and That 105 SE Pleasant Street Brownsdale, MN

invites you to visit Brownsdale.

Spend the day discovering unique treasures in all the quaint shops along Mill Street.

*Alamo Annie's *Antiques to Rummage *Cornerstone Collectibles *Thrifty U

Darrell Ingvaldson 100 S Mill Street Brownsdale, MN 507-567-2296

Great Gift Items & Collectibles Shops are open Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10 am to Close

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Lyle

Lyle Independence Day Celebration Friday, June 28 Food Specials- Lyle Liquor........................................................................................5-9 PM Bean Bag Tourney- Lyle Liquor..................................................................................7 PM Music- Lyle Liquor......................................................................................8 PM-Midnight Saturday, June 29 Truck, Tractor & Semi Pull-South end of town. .................................................................10 AM Lyle Classic Car Show-City Park..................................................................... 10AM-4 PM Street Dance-Legion ....................................................................................................8 PM Food served by Blonde’s Cafe starting at......................................................................5 PM

The Memory Gardens in Lyle are located as you come into Lyle on 218 So. on the West side of the highway. The Caboose was placed on this city lot by the Tourism Committee several years ago. Also on the lot was a flag of flowers which was the first planting at the site. It was planted and maintained by several people from the community and the Lyle Legion Auxiliary. In later years it was replaced by the USA in stone. In the next several years, and with much hard work, the Memory Gardens have evolved. All the work is volunteer.

We do have fundraisers for some things that are needed. The flowers, trees, shrubs, benches, arbors, fountain and a picnic table are all in memory of a loved one or in honor of someone. This past summer a sidewalk was added through the gardens making it accessible to all. It is definitely a labor of LOVE and it welcomes everyone to Lyle.

Sunday, June 30 Antique Tractor & Eq. Display-Elevator parking lot....................................................All Day Church Services in the Park........................................................................................10 AM Food at Legion................................................................................................... 11AM-6 PM Grande Parade-Ivan & Mary Witt..................................................................................Noon Flag Presentation & Speakers.......................................................................................1 PM Bingo Stand-Southside 4-H........................................................................................1PM Stump Jumpers/Mud Bog Races-South end......................................................................1 PM Kids Games in Park.......................................................................................................1 PM Horse Shoe Tourney-Legion..........................................................................................1 PM Big Ben & Brian Concertina Band-Gazebo.......................................................... 1:30-3 PM Water Fights at Fire Hall................................................................................................2 PM Pedal Pull-City Park.................................................................................................2:30 PM Little Miss Lyle..........................................................................................................3:30 PM Talent Show...................................................................................................................4 PM *****Fireworks*****..................................................................................................... DUSK

The Silver Pear Gift Shoppe

Where you find the unique! From home decor to outdoor/garden sculptures.

It's worth your drive!!

For further information, call

Agri-Steel offers custom solutions for all your storage and grain handling needs.

507-438-1242

415 1st Street • Lyle, MN 55953

315 1st Street, Lyle, MN 55953

507-325-2382

Mary Witt & Cathie Reeve, Owners

Hardwood flooring is one of the most stunning additions you can integrate into your home. They add warmth, beauty, and elegance as well as providing a whole list of added benefits. Hardwood floors add natural, long lasting beauty to any home. Additional benefits of hardwood flooring include: Hardwood floors increase the value of your home instantly; cost less in the long run other than other types of flooring; can last a lifetime; are more sanitary than other types of flooring; are hypo-allergenic; help to improve air quality; and are easy to maintain when compared to some other types of flooring.

Hardwood flooring is one of the most stunning additions you can integrate into your home.

FASTFRAME Expert Picture Framing Gallery

We frame from antique to unique.

We frame to fit your lifestyle.

315 1st Street, Lyle, MN 55963

(507) 438-1242

fastframe335@aol.com

www.fastframe.com

(507) 325-2356 Lyle, MN

Mary F. Witt, Owner

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Lyle

Lyle Area Cancer is a non profit organization raising money for cancer research at The Hormel Institute, Mayo Foundation and The University of Minnesota. They have raised over $1.8 million during the past 34 years. Fundraising events are held throughout the year.

January - Lucile Johnson Pool Tournament, Harley Raffle and 2 Day Auction, plus many more activities.

February - Red, White and Pink Event and Cycle for a Cure March - Farm Boy BBQ May - IPAD Raffle June - Half Way to January Cancer Bash and Cruise for a Cure November - Crop for a Cure Cans for Cancer goes all year round.

For more information and specific dates visit lyleareacancer.org LYLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY JO Johnson Addition City Lots are now available in the new JO Johnson Addition. This single family development was specifically placed on the south east part of town and offers great views of the Minnesota countryside and easy access to Hwy 218.

Lots 1-5 will be offered for sale for $17,200.

Lots 6-15 will sell for $14,000 Includes water and sewer

507-325-2311 for more information

Lyle American Legion Post 105 *Pull Tabs Available *Hall Rental with Seating for 100

(507) 325-4134 Lyle, MN

"We can paint almost anything" New Cars • Old Cars • Trucks • Motorcycles

416 1st Street, Lyle, MN 55953 507-325-4668

Daron Small

Lyle Body Shop

Independent Sales Representative for Pioneer® brand products

Jim walker • 507.219.9694

808 4th St., Lyle, MN 55953 (507) 438-6696 daron.small@plantpioneer.com

402 1st Street • Lyle, MN 55953 Highway 218 South

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spring valley

Where you can throw your nuts on the floor!

407 Main Street • Ostrander, MN

507-657-0000

Closed Mon.; Tue-Thu 4pm-9pm; Fri & Sat Noon-10pm; Sun Noon-8pm

17643 121st Ave. Spring Valley, MN

www.odyscountrymeats.com

507-346-2579

Adams & rose creek ADAMS AMERICAN

LEGION POST 146 chicken fry

Serving 5:30-8:30pm

Creek Club Fry: April 20th Legion Fry: May 4th Adams Swimming Pool: May 18th

Dairy Days Steak Fry: June 8th 5-8:30pm Dairy Days Chicken Fry: June 9th 4-8pm Military Museum

Golf Course Professional mowing comes home!™

• Beautiful 18 Hole Golf Course • Watered Fairways, Tees & Greens • Driving Range

Adams, MN • Hwy 56 www.cedarrivercountryclub.com

Call Today for tee times 1-507-582-3595

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r Golf Co

Cedar Rive

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$59 +tax

Good for 2013 Season

Commercial-quality mowing at a residential price.

(open only on listed dates) Regular Hrs: Mon. - Sat. 4pm - close

Ulven’s Hardware

(507) 582-3266

507-433-8245

104 Main Street Rose Creek, MN

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mantorville Mantorville Theatre Company Show Schedule Reservations (507) 635-5420 or www.mantorvillain.com April 5 - 21 “Charlies’s Aunt” - Opera House Reservations: 507-635-5420 June 14 - July 7 “Professor Pembroke’s Predicament” or “A Curse Comes Home” - Opera House July 12 - July 28 “Dogsbreath Deveraux”, The Dastardly Doctor” or “Nurses! Foiled Again!” - Opera House August 2 - August 18 “Willy Picadilly’s Woes” or “Is This How the West Was Won?” - Opera House August 23 - September 15 “One Bad Apple” or “Rotten to the Core” Opera House

Stussy Construction, Inc. & Paulson rock products

October 4 - October 27 “The Mousetrap” - Opera House

61906 240th Ave. Mantorville, Mn 55955

November 22 - December 15 “Nuncrackers” - Opera House

SHOW TIMES & TICKET INFO Call 507-635-5480 Full Season Show Schedule @ www.mantorvillain.com

Office: 507-635-3441 Fax: 507-635-5494 Quarry: 507-635-2421 email: stussy@kmtel.com sandandgravelmn.com

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emorabilia Antiques & Collectibles

(507) 635-5419 Handipped Chocolates, Ice Cream & Old Fashioned Candies 420 N. Main Street, Mantorville, MN • 507-635-5814

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9 West 5th Street, PO Box 45 Mantorville, Mn 55955

Mantorville Square

* Antiques * Collectibles * Gifts (507) 635-5554

416 N. Main St. Mantorville, Mn 55955 24

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mantorville Schedule of Events

April 13 • Dodge County Business Expo, Triton High School April 13 • Art Guild Afternoon Tea with 1950’s Elegance May 16-17-18 • Spring Fling, Bargains & a Bake Sale June 15 - 16 • Wasioja Civil War Reenactment www.dodgecountyhistorical.com June 29-30 • Old Tyme Days; Art Show, Costume Contest, Living History, Melodramas September 7-8 • 48th Annual Marigold Days; Antiques, music, parade, fireworks. www.marigolddays.com September 21-22 • River Bend Rendezvous, Step back to the early 1800’s. www.dodgecountyhistorical.org October 26-27 • Fall Festival, Ghost stories, wagon rides & pumpkins December 7 • Olde Fashioned Christmas in Mantorville Santa, carolers, sleigh rides

Wasioja

Civil War Days June 15th & 16th, 2013

Gates Open at 8:00 am both days

Experience the Civil War with Battle Re-enactment -President Lincoln -General Grant -General Custer

In Historic Mantorville, Minnesota

502 N. Main St (Hwy 57) 507/635-2331 hubbellhouserestaurant.com

hours

Tuesday-Friday 11:00 Am - 2:00 PM Saturday 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM Dinner 4:00 PM - Close Sundays 11:30 Am - Close Closed Mondays Lunch

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historic bluff country Harmony 2013 Community Events June - October, Saturdays - Amish Farmers’ Markets July 4 - Harmony Fourth of July Celebration Parade, Band Concerts, Ice Cream Social, Games, Dances and Fireworks July 6 - Harmony Hustle, 10K Run and 5K Run/Walk, 1K Kids Challenge. Register at www.habitatwinona.org September - Root River Trail Towns “A Taste of the Trail” October 5 - Fall Foliage-Fall foliage tours, apple treats, art show, children’s events, Niagara Cave, Amish tours and more November 16 - Holiday Fest-Arts, Crafts and Gift Show at Fillmore Central High School

Lanesboro 2013 Community Events April 7 - Lanesboro Live! Comedy, Conversation & Cool Jams at St. Mane Theater April 12 - 14 - 16th Annual Ibsen Festival “A Doll’s House” April 20 - Girls Day Out Shopping, wine tasting, food May 18 - Stand Still Parade at Whalan. Food, Music, Games May 26 - Lanesboro Live! Comedy, Conversation & Cool Jams at St. Mane Theater May 27 - Memorial Day Parade & Program 9:45 a.m.

June 1 - Rhubarb Festival 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Rhubarb Run at Root River State Park June 16 - Lanesboro Live! Comedy, Conversation & Cool Jams at St. Mane Theater June 16 - Art in the Park Annual Father’s Day Festival 10 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

August 2 - 4 - Buffalo Bill DaysCity Wide Festival August 4 - Lanesboro Live! Comedy, Conversation & Cool Jams at St. Mane Theatre September 1 - Lanesboro Live! Comedy, Conversation & Cool Jams at St. Mane Theater

December 8 - Lanesboro Live! Comedy, Conversation & Cool Jams at St. Mane Theater

www.grandmasinn.com

507-467-2144 • email: grandmasinn@acegroup.cc

Voted BEST Family Destination 2009 to 2012

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accomodations Oakwoods Trails Campground

A True Getaway!

• Volleyball • Horsehoes • Fishing • Walking Trails Located 1 mi. N of Oakland off Co. Rd. 34 (890th Ave.) 23614 890th Ave., Austin • 507-437-6165

www.oakwoodstrails.com

Southern Minnesota’s Premier Bed & Breakfast

Historic...Romatic...

Elegant... Museum Caliber

Bob, Ruth Ann, & Marion Lund 218 Winona Street, Chatfield 507-867-3806 Info@oakenwaldterrace.com oakenwaldterrace.com

Welcome to the end of the day lly Loca d & e n Ow rated Ope

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by choice hotels • Family Suites • Kitchenette Suite • King & Queen Beds • Whirlpol Suite with Kig Bed • Free continental Breakfast • Wi-Fi Internet • Extended Cable TV • Guest Laundry • Winter Plug-ins • Microwave • Refrigerator • Limited Guestrooms-Pet Friendly • RV & Truck Parking

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Indoor Rec Area with Pool, Hot Tub, Sauna, & Game Area FREE Homestyle Perk Breakfast Free Access to Excel Fitness Center Kids-12 and under Stay Free with Adult in Same Room Fresh Baked Cookies & Popcorn Weekday Evenings Small Meeting Facilities Available Newly Remodeled

AmericInn Lodge & Suites

Make Us Your Home Away from Home

Conveniently Located Along I-90 at the 4th Street Exit (178A)

www.choicehotels.com

1700 8th Street NW, Austin, MN

507-433-9254 • 800-433-9254

507-437-7337 Toll Free 800-634-3444

805 21st St. NE, Austin, MN 55912 Exit 180B off I-90 & US 218 South

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dining & entertainment

Three in one

T H R E 507-889-DALE (3253) E Bar & Restaurant

Hollandale, Minnesota

Peanut Buster Parfait

Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner Then fuel up for FUN!

2.49

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Owners: Dale & Shelli Miller

Call In Orders - 433-1369 Special Occasion Cakes Available

Pool • Darts • Liquor • Gas

1200 W. Oakland • Austin, MN • 433-1369

Open 7 Days a Week • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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China Star Mongolian BBQ

hot delivery!

Open for lunch at 11 am Voted Best Pizza In Mower County

9 Years In A Row!

Order On-line

Kids under 3 eat FREE Seniors over 65 10% OFF

www.stevespizzamn.com

507-437-3249

507-355-5888

Chinese • American Japanese • Mongolian BBQ Sushi

1906 8th St. NW, Austin

421 North Main Street • Austin, MN

(Next to Wal-Mart)

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dining & entertainment

Vietnamese Top Noodle

The New Smitty's Tavern 434-7102 105 11TH St SE

501 1st St NW, Austin Mon- Sat 10am-8pm

(507) 355-2267

Sunday • 1:30 am - 8:00 pm Monday & Tuesday • Noon - 10:00 pm Wednesday • Saturday Noon - Close

Gift certificates available.

Free delievery with $20 limit.

Come for the Food & stay for the Conversation

Restaurant Open 6am to 9 pm

Check Us Out on Facebook www.bandjbarandgrill.com

Located next to I-90 Exit 193 236 S. Main St. • Dexter, MN

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507-584-1492 We’re here for all your party needs!

BUFFET -OUT CARRY Y R DELIVE

Watch the Games on our Widescreen TV’s 114 4th Ave. NE, Austin Charitable Gambling

507-433-9830

Open: Mon.-Sat., 10:30 am-1 am; Sun. 11 am-10 pm Kitchen Hours: Mon.-Sat. 11 am - 10 pm; Sun. 11 am - 8:30 pm

Like us www.pizzaranch.com

1300 18th Avenue NW • Austin, MN 507-396-2677

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senior living

This isn’t just living...

This is Home!

Independent, Assisted Living and Memory Care Apartments 700 1st Drive NW • Austin, MN

507.437.3246

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Mower County Senior Center 400 3rd Ave. NE • Austin, MN 55912

507-433-2370

Room Rental Rates

Choice of Gathering Spaces from Meeting Rooms to Banquet Room Dining Hall: Holds up to 300 seated. Equipped with movable stage, grand piano, tables and chairs. $375.00 (up to 5 hours) Meeting Room/Board Room: Holds up to 20 people and equipped with a board room style table, office chairs and a wall mounted white board and screen. $30.00 (up to 5 hours) Card Lounge & Multi Purpose Room: Each hold up to 50 people and are equipped with a sink and serving area. $100.00 (up to 5 hours)

Choose Your Caterer or Bring Food.

Full Bar Setups Available Contact Teresa at 507-433-2370 Ext 6 for booking details and availability. Tours also available.

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senior living

MEMORY CARE, ASSISTED LIVING & RESPITE CARE LeRoy, MN New Entrance for St. Mark’s Lutheran Senior Community

• Low utility bills • No water charged to the units • Private decks • Small group pub room • Large and well-furnished community room • Underground car wash • Exercise room • Guest suites for relatives and friends • Carpentry workshop • Handicrafts workroom • All large appliances included • Secure building

Call Norma Beard, RSC

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