This fall 2017

This Fall 2017 Local Activities Guide

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Welcome!

The Mower County Shopper is pleased to present our annual “This Fall” magazine.

We hope you enjoy using this activities guide throughout the fall season to plan your family outings and special day trips. There are many fun, affordable activities in Austin and the surrounding communities for every member of the family.

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We are fortunate to live in an area rich in tradition, with so many communities eager to share their local bounty, great cuisine, and talent with all who visit.

“This Fall” is published and produced by The Mower County Shopper and supported by the many businesses featured inside. On Page 18 you will find the very popular Question Page with one question about each of the advertisers. It’s fun to search for the answers and discover something new about each business. Answer all the ad questions correctly and fill out the entry form for a chance to win a great prize. Good luck to you and “Thank You” for your participation.

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Best wishes for an enjoyable fall season.

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September Events

September 2017

September 7th • 4:00 - 8:00 pm 2nd Annual Chili Cook Off Spam® Museum, Downtown Austin Come sample a variety of chili recipes prepared by local chefs and cast your vote for your favorite. For more information, call 507-434-6420.

EMERGENCIES HAPPEN!

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September 8th Fall Adult Volleyball registration deadline Austin Park and Recreation Office 500 4th Avenue NE, Austin. 507-433-1881 September 9th • 8:00 am - Noon 5K Your Way Receive over $20 in Hormel Coupons! Games and activities for the whole family following the race. Register at Active. com: Keyword ‘5K Your Way’ Check out the event on our Facebook page!

September 9th • 10:00 - 11:30 am Family Fun Day at HHH Hormel Historic Home, Austin History for Half Pints Clifford Event September 9th • Noon See Clifford Sweet Reads 407 N. Main St, Austin See Clifford at Sweet Reads at noon! Come in costume, listen to stories and meet surprise guests!

September 9th - September 13th National Barrow Show Mower County Fairgrounds Visitors come from around the world for this show. Starts out with delicious Windsor Pork Chop dinner on Sunday.

Call fairgrounds office at 507-433-1868 for more information.

September 9th • 9:00 pm Sola Fide Observatory Moon viewing, with other objects of astronomical interest.

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September 10th • 1:00 - 3:30 pm 21st Annual Mower County Humane Society Walk for Animals Mill Pond, Austin Annual fundraiser for the Mower County Humane Society.

Registration begins at 1pm, walk at 2pm. Pledge forms available at the Humane Society, Austin Vet Clinic, Double K and the Austin Public Library. Prizes for top pledge raisers, free hot dogs and refreshments for all participants. For more information, call 507-437-9262 September 11th Learn to Skate registration deadline Austin Park and Recreation Office 500 4th Avenue NE, Austin. 507-433-1881 Learn to Play Hockey registration deadline * Austin Park and Recreation Office September 11th All Member Invitational Golf Outing A.M.I.G.O. Day. • Austin Country Club Held annually the Monday following Labor Day, and hosted by the Chamber’s Ambassadors, is a day of golf, food, and

September Events

fun. For more information call 507-437-4561 September 11th • 6:00 pm Hormel Historic Home History Happy Hour

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September Events

habitat and its importance to wildlife populations with Laura Merten. www.hormelnaturecenter.org

Sweet Reads, 407 N. Main St, Austin Come in costume! Listen to stories! Meet Surprise Guests!

September 12th • 5:00 pm Austin Chamber Business After Hours For location and more info, call 507-437-4561

September 16th • 9:00 am - 1:30 pm 4th Annual Harvestfest 5k Walk/Run Downtown, Austin Entry fees: $20 pre-registration 12 and older, $10 preregistration for kids under 12, or $25 registration the day of the event, plus healthy food donation to stock the food shelf (bring food donation the day of event). Proceeds beyond cost of 5K and food donations go directly to Mower County food shelves. Sponsored by V2020 and Mower ReFreshed.

For more information, visit mowerrefreshed.org.

September 16th • 10:00 am Pete the Cat

Adams Health Care Center AHCC is committed to providing the highest quality nursing care and rehabilitative therapies. Our committed, reliable and trustworthy care team take pride in providing outstanding care for you and your family.

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September 17th • 2:00 - 4:00 pm Walking Meditation Class with Chris Anderson J C Hormel Nature Center.

Learn how to practice awareness of the present moment by exploring several methods of walking peacefully in nature. www.hormelnaturecenter.org September 19th • 6:30 pm Poet’s Open Mic

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Come visit our Winery and Orchard!

APPLE FEST

Sat & Sun, Sept 30-Oct 1, 2017 Apple picking, wine tasting & hay rides!

Apples, discounted wine, food & caramel apples for sale. More info to come!

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Directions: Turn East at Lansing Corners (Hwy. 218 N) on Cty. Rd. 2, continue through Lansing for 1/2 mile (over river), take the 1st gravel rd. North (Apple sign), go 1 mile to the orchard.

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Sweet Reads, 407 N. Main St, Austin All ages & styles - inspire or be inspired!

September 19th • 7:00 pm Savanna Dahl J C Hormel Nature Center. Learn about the 15 species of cranes found around the world www.hormelnaturecenter.org Tuesday, September 20th • 7:00 pm Sparky Stensaas at Audubon Meeting JC Hormel Nature Center (Open to the Public) What’s so Great about the Great Gray Owl? Minnesota’s deep dark bogs are a stronghold for one of North America’s most sought after birds—the Great Gray Owl. The “Phantom of the North” is a bird of mystery, desire, and intrigue. It is North America’s tallest owl yet only the third heaviest and survives and thrives on a diet of tiny voles. Learn what led up to the massive irruption of 2004-05 when over 5,000 huge owls invaded Minnesota. Find out what northern bird strikes fear in the Great Gray. And how do they really find a vole under two feet of snow? Through stunning photos and HD video, we’ll get a glimpse of some rare behavior and even experience the home life of a pair of

September Events

these magnificent owls. Sparky Stensaas is Executive Director of Friends of Sax-Zim Bog. He is also the author of six books on the natural history of the North Woods including the recently released, Winter Finches & Friends of North America.

September 23rd Nature Center 8K Trail Run In-Person Registration Begins 8:00 am; 8k and Kids Race Begins 9:00 am www.hormelnaturecenter8k.org

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Grill out, car show, vendors, tours, raffle giveaways, games, and lots of reminiscing!

For more information, please call Becky at (507) 434-0600.

Fall Harvest Celebration • Sept 23 • 11-3 Christmas in the County Dec 8th 4-6 pm • Dec 9th 11 am-3 pm

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September Events

September 23rd • 10:00 am Liberty the Therapy Dog Visit Sweet Reads, 407 N. Main St, Austin Come in Costume! Listen to stories! Meet Surprise Guests!

September 23rd • 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Annual Fall Harvest Celebration Mower County Historical Society

Annual celebration featuring arts and crafts, wagon rides,

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Norsk Hostfest................Sept. 27-Oct. 1................$809

We have limited seating available call to reserve your spot today Our lodging is in Minot, ND • Reserved seats for: Celtic Thunder, and Joe Diffe & John Michael Montgomery • Admission each day is included • 30 other possible shows • Vendors with their Scandinavian crafts & foods

Carolina’s in the Fall.......October 21-30...............$1519 • • • • • • •

Biltmore Estate House Biltmore Gardens Biltmore Winery & Tasting Biltmore Farm Village Chimney Rock Park Smokey Mountains Blue Ridge Mountains

• Alabama Theatre show ONE • 4 nights with Ocean-Front rooms in Myrtle Beach, SC • 1 free day In Myrtle Beach • Carriage tour of Charleston, SC • Tour of Hopsewee Plantation

Branson,Eureka Springs...Nov.1-5.......................$689 • • • • •

2nd Largest Statue of Christ Eureka Springs, Arkansas Thorn Crown Glass Chapel Guided tour of Eureka Springs Shopping in Eureka Springs

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The Duttons Moses Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede Presley’s Country Jubilee Shoji Tabuchi

Branson’s............................Nov. 8-12......................$689 • The Duttons • Daniel O’Donnell • Oak Ridge Boys

September 26th • 6:30 pm Margaret Smolik Sweet Reads, 407 N. Main St., Austin Author of memoir “Like a Haystack” - her life in Croatia in WWII and her Family’s adjustment to life in America. All are welcome for this timely message. Includes multimedia.

September 30th • 11:00 am - 3:00 pm 2017 Regional Highland Cattle Regional Show Mower County Fairgrounds See the most unique and majestic breed of beef cattle around. These are the beef animal of choice of the British Royal Family, who keep a large herd of Highlands at Balmoral Castle in Scotland. This is a family event for both exhibitors and the public. Please check www.mowercountyfair.com for updates.

Call Mark Schulz, organizer, at 507-582-1073 or go to mark@flatlandfarms.com for more information.

September 30th • 10:00 am Austin Packers!

Sweet Reads, 407 N. Main St., Austin Come in costume! Listen to stories! Meet Surprise Guests!

September 30th • 9:00 pm Sola Fide Observatory Moon viewing, with other objects of astronomical interest September 30 & October 1st Apple Fest

Austin’s Mohair Socks

• The Bretts • Christmas Wonderland • Miracle of Christmas

“We have been on Top of the World (Mt. Everest) why are we not on the bottom of your feet?”

• Hughes Brothers • Puttin’ on the Ritz • Miracle of Christmas

Austin’s Angora Goats & Mohair Gift Shop is closed, but the Socks are still available!

Branson’s............................Nov. 15-19....................$689 • Clay Cooper Country Express • Showboat Branson Belle • Oak Ridge Boys

demonstrations, pioneer activities for the whole family, Thresher’s dinner, bake sale, live music, gunny sack races and candy blast, and much more. Outdoor exhibits open, including railroad car, log cabin, blacksmith’s shop. Free and open to all ages. Call 507-437-6082 for more information.

Chicago Shopping............Dec. 1-3.........................$419 Nash./Mem. Christmas....Nov 28-Dec 3.............$1089 Christmas Around the World...Dec. 6-10.............$689 Call today for a detailed brochure or a current mailer.

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October Events

October 7th • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm 2nd Annual SPAM®azing Race Come on out for a fun scavenger-hunt type competition. For more information, contact Megan Elliott.

Bel-Aire Estates in St. Ansgar, IA. Apple picking, wine tasting and hay rides.

For more information, call 641-420-7092 belairewinery@gmail.com www.facebook.com/belairewinery

October 7th • 5:00 pm Oktoberfest - Join Us! Hormel Historic Home, Austin

October 2017 October 5th • 4:00 - 8:00 pm SPAM® Museum Downtown, Austin Join the SPAM® Museum staff for a fall-themed party and pumpkin painting. For more information, call 507-4346420 October 7th • 10:00 am Kids Music in Motion: Full Circle Bluegrass Band Hormel Historic Home, Austin $2.00 per child - snack included.

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October Events

October 7th • 10:00 am Firemen!

Sweet Reads, 407 N. Main St, Austin

October 7th & 8th 31st Annual Big Island Rendezvous and Festival The event was declared one of the “Top 100 Festivals in North America for 2011” by the American Bus Association in Washington, DC. Over 1,200 re-enactors from

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Canada and the United States create a 12 acre community that celebrates everything from 1670 to 1870 in early America. There will be woodland Indian camps as well as a PIONEER TOWN with a chuck wagon, stagecoach, and jail plus a gold panning demo. There is live round cannon fire three times each day by the New Ulm Battery witnessed by President Lincoln and his wife Mary Todd Lincoln. Benjamin Franklin and his wife Deborah are also in attendance to spark a conversation with you as you walk through the 300 campsites overlooking Fountain Lake.

Blacksmiths, woodworkers, candlemakers, clothiers, silversmiths, potters and other merchants sell their wares during both days of the festival. You can shop while you listen to music by Ritche Parrish Ritche, Strange Byrds and Roe Family Singers will be performing both days. The Wild Goose Chase Cloggers and Bob Bovee & Pop Wagner will perform on Saturday and Dick Kimmel and Adam Granger will perform on Sunday.

Sustenance such as smoked bbq ribs, gyros sandwiches, smoked turkey legs, buffalo jerky, mission beef stew, rock candy, pulled pork sandwiches, pork chops on a stick, kettle korn, and funnel cakes as well as Indian Tacos and fry bread

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The Midwest’s Largest Historical Reenactment of Early America

Oct 7-8, 2017 Live Stage Entertainment: BOTH DAYS

Roe Family Singers, Strange Byrds • RPR (formerly Tanglefoot) SATURDAY Sister Tree, Wild Goose Chase Cloggers SUNDAY Dick Kimmel & Adam Granger

FREE Shuttle from Freeborn County Fairgrounds Visit our website for Tickets and information: www.bigislandfestivalandbbq.org

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and many more are served from vendors adjacent to the performance stage.

Stage Entertainment Bob Bovee & Pop Wagner -Saturday Sister Tree – Saturday : Wild Goose Chase Cloggers – Saturday RPR (formerly Tanglefoot) – Saturday and Sunday Roe Family Singers – Saturday and Sunday Strange Byrds – Saturday and Sunday Dick Kimmel & Adam Granger- Sunday Demonstrations of colonial crafts, Native American skills and pioneer skills are showcased throughout the festival so you can try your hand at rigid heddle weaving, spinning and fabric painting or watch a gunsmith create a work of art. Properly attired re-enactors display and sell their wares.

Artisans from 8 states attend including craftspersons and crafts such as blacksmithing, candle making, weaving and spinning, silver smithing, copper working, woodworking, clothing makers, painters, stoneware and porcelain pottery, scrimshaw, gunsmithing, birch bark canoes and furniture building. All types of colonial period trades and products are sold and various skills of the artists are demonstrated each day.

Gates open at 9:00 a.m. each day, and tickets are just $12 for adults, $7 for ages 6-11, and kids 5 and under are free. Save by purchasing a Family Pass for $25 or save even more by purchasing in advance by calling 1-800-658-2526.

Bancroft Bay Park, Albert Lea, MN 56007 507-402-6371. susie@albertleatourism.org October 9th • 6:00 pm History Happy Hour Hormel Historic Home, Austin

October Events

October 10th • 5:00 pm Austin Chamber Business After Hours For location and more info, call 507-437-4561

October 10th • 6:30 pm Sean Williams Sweet Reads, Austin Comicker Publisher and New York Times Bestselling writer of Graphic Novels

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October Events

October 12th • 5:00 - 9:30 pm Ladies Night Out Holiday Inn Austin Conference Center Held annually the second Thursday in October, this event raises funds for Riverland scholarships for nontraditional female students. For more information contact 507-437-4561

September - October - November Events

Tuesday, Sept 19th

6:30 pm Poets Open Mic All ages and styles- inspire or be inspired

Tuesday, Sept 26th

Tuesday, Oct 17th

Tuesday, Nov 7th

Tuesday, Oct 24th

Tuesday, Nov 14th

6:30 pm Poet’s Open Mic 6:30 pm Sherlock Holmes 125th Anniversary Mystery evening Must reserve ahead!

6:30 pm Poets Open Mic 6:30 pm Meet & Greet Amanda Hocking

6:30 pm Margaret Smolik signing her first book costume!

Saturday Sweet Reads • 10:00 am Tuesday, Oct 10th Come in ten to stories!

6:30 pm Sean Williams Lis Surprise Sept 9 See Clifford, noon Oct 14 Charlotte’s Web Meet Sept 16 Pete the Cat Oct 28 Downtown Guests!

Sept 23 Liberty the Fall Festival Therapy Dog Nov 4 Wild Things Sept 30 Austin Packers Nov 11 Veteran Stories Oct 7 Firemen!

Nov 18 A Fairytale Christmas Carol www.SweetReadsBooks.com facebook.com/sweetreadsbooks

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October 13th Park & Rec Youth Basketball registration deadline Austin Park and Recreation Office 500 4th Avenue NE, Austin, 507-433-1881 October 13th & 14th Brownsdale - Fall City Wide Sales October 13th & 14th • 6:00-9:00 pm 34th Annual Halloween Warm-Up Jay C Hormel Nature Center, Austin Annual kid-friendly Halloween event, featuring a wagon ride along the trails, friendly spooks and goblins, hot apple cider, and lots of fun. Tickets on sale at Super Fresh Produce. For more information, call 507-437-7519. www.hormelnaturecenter.org October 14th • 4:00-8:00 pm Brownsdale Firemen’s Fish Fry - Fire Hall October 14th • 8:00 pm Sola Fide Observatory Astronomical viewing

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LUNCH: Tuesday-Friday 11:00 am to 2:00 pm Saturday 11:30 am to 2:30 pm DINNER: Tuesday-Thursday 4:00 to 9:00 pm Friday & Saturday 4:00 to 10:00 pm Sunday 11:30 am to 9:00 pm; CLOSED MONDAYS

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October Events

October 14th • 10:00 am Charlotte’s Web Sweet Reads, Austin

October 28th • 8:00 pm Sola Fide Observatory Moon viewing, with other objects of astronomical interest.

October 17th • 7:00 pm Julie Westerlund JC Hormel Nature Center. Learn about our local water legacy. www.hormelnaturecenter.org

October 31st • 5:00 - 7:00 pm Brownsdale - Halloween Cookies & Hot Chocolate - Community Center

October 17th • 6:30 pm Poet’s Open Mic Sweet Reads, Austin For all ages to share all styles of poetry - inspire or sit back and be inspired October 24th • 6:30 pm Sherlock Holmes 125th Anniversary Mystery Evening - must reserve ahead!

Sweet Reads, Austin

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November Events

November 2017

November 2nd • 7:00 pm John Duren JC Hormel Nature Center.

Join John as he tells the stories of his most recent photography adventures. www.hormelnaturecenter.org

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November 3rd-5th Calico Hutch “Sturgis” Quilters Retreat Holiday Inn Austin Conference Center Join us for three fun-filled days quilting with friends! Plus free demos, massage therapist, special room rates, 4 meals, show & tell, door prizes and games. Call today to reserve your spot. 507-377-1163 November 4th • 10:00 am Wild Things Sweet Reads, Austin November 6th-8th Calico Hutch “Caboose” Quilters Retreat Holiday Inn Austin Conference Center Join us for three fun-filled days quilting with friends! Plus free demos, massage therapist, special room rates, 4 meals, show & tell, door prizes and games.

Call today to reserve your spot. 507-377-1163 November 7th • 5:00 pm Austin Chamber Business After Hours For location and more info, call 507-437-4561

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November 7th • 6:30 pm Poet’s Open Mic Sweet Reads, Austin For all ages to share all styles of poetry - inspire or sit back and be inspired November 11th • 5:00 - 9:00 pm Turkey Bingo Brownsdale Fire Department

November Events

November 16th • 12:00 pm Holiday Card Playing Party Hormel Historic Home, Austin

November 17th & 18th Holiday Open House Events Hormel Historic Home, Austin For more information check www.hormelhistorichome.org or call 507-433-4243

November 11th • 8:00 pm Sola Fide Observatory Astronomical viewing November 11th • 10:00 am Veteran Stories Sweet Reads, Austin

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November Events

November 17th & 18th Hormel Historic Home Holiday Tea & Tour Hormel Historic Home, Austin Treat yourself to a tour of the 1871 home stylishly decorated for Christmas, and enjoy tea and a treat. All ages welcome.

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November 18th • 10:30 am Soup & Santa Hormel Historic Home, Austin November 18th • 4:00 pm Soup & Spirits - Holiday Open House Hormel Historic Home, Austin November 18th • 5:00 - 9:00 pm Thanksgiving Feast Fundraiser Holiday Inn Conference Center For more information and tickets contact the Jay C Hormel Nature Center at 507-437-7519 www.hormelnaturecenter.org/thanksgiving-feast-fundraiser.

November 18th • 10:00 am Matchbox Theatre preview of “A Fairytale Christmas Carol” Sweet Reads, Austin November 24th-December 5th Christmas In The City Held annually starting the day after Thanksgiving, this event promotes Austin as a great place to shop and celebrate the holiday season. For more information, call 507-437-4561 November 25th • 8:00 pm Sola Fide Observatory Moon viewing, with other objects of astronomical interest.

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December Events

December 2017 December 2nd • 2:30 pm Merry TubaChristmas!

Historic Paramount Theatre, Austin Community Christmas concert featuring the tuba, sousaphone, euphonium, and baritone. All players of these instruments are invited and encouraged to join the fun - rehearsal in the morning, performance in the afternoon.

December 8th • 4:00 - 6:00 pm December 9th • 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Christmas in the County Mower County Historical Society Enjoy indoor and outdoor activities, including bake sale, silent auction, horse-drawn sleigh and wagon rides, raffle, children’s activities, cookie decorating, pine cone bird feeders, a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and even blow the 1004 train whistle. For more information, call 507-437-6082

December 12th • 7:00 pm Kevin Strauss JC Hormel Nature Center Enjoy family fun with holiday tales from around the world www.hormelnaturecenter.org December 12th • 5:00 pm Austin Chamber Business After Hours For location and more info, call 507-437-4561 December 16th • 6:00 - 10:00 pm Driller MMA Fight Holiday Inn Conference Center, Austin For more information, call 507-433-1000 December 19th • 7:00 pm The Association Jazz Combo JC Hormel Nature Center. Enjoy an evening of holiday and nature themed jazz featuring guest artist, Brian Koser. www.hormelnaturecenter.org

December 9th • 8:00 pm Sola Fide Observatory Astronomical viewing

Tips For Less Stressful Holiday Travel Roadways, railways and skies tend to get busy come the holiday season, when millions of people across the globe travel to visit family and friends.

Wherever travelers are headed, be it across the country or across the world, they should realize that many other people are traveling as well. That can lead to traffic, long lines and other side effects associated with large crowds. But before travelers let the idea of challenging travel conditions deter them, they can consider certain ways to make the process of getting from point A to point B a bit more manageable.

Travel by car Those traveling by automobile will have a few extra steps to take to ensure their trips go off with minimal disturbances.

One of the more important steps is to ensure the vehicle is properly maintained prior to departing. Have the car checked by a mechanic and take care of any service appointments, such as oil changes or tire rotations.

Map out the route in advance and have an alternative plan if the route chosen proves to be too congested. One idea is to choose a scenic drive that may be a little longer but has less traffic. In addition, account for rest stops or points of interest

that can break up the trip. Apps such as GasBuddy can help drivers find the cheapest gas or the cleanest bathrooms along their routes.

Bring along plenty of snacks so you can eat healthy and aren’t forced to rely on foods you otherwise would not eat.

This is particularly helpful with keeping kids satiated. Plan for a few treats along the way so that everyone traveling has an end goal, such as an ice cream or a souvenir.

Traveling by plane One of the key things air travelers can do to make holiday traveling easier is to avoid peak travel dates. Whenever possible, avoid traveling the day right before the holiday, which tends be the busiest and most expensive. Remember, weekends tend to be more harried and expensive as well, particularly when the holidays fall in close proximity to a weekend.

Weather is a gamble in many regions of the world during the holiday season. Develop a contingency plan just in case foul weather delays or cancels flights. It’s much less stressful to put plan B into motion than it can be to rush around trying to make new, last-minute plans.

Always shop around for the best rates, but also the best atmosphere. It may be wiser to fly out of a smaller airport where crowds will be thinner and delays less frequent, or you may prefer a larger airport that’s closer to home and offers more amenities.

Another way to avoid delays is to pack minimally. Ship gifts and even travel essentials ahead to your destination, and only bring carry-on bags aboard the plane. This helps travelers sail through security checks and avoid the crowds at the luggage carousels.

Holiday travel requires planning, patience and having alternative plans in place so that everyone can make it home for the holidays.

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READERSHIP CONTEST - TWO Lucky Winners

Correctly answer all of the ad questions below to qualify for the Grand Prize Drawings.

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1. Who offers classes that will prepare you for emergencies?_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 2. Who is the newest funeral director at Mayer Funeral Home, serving all faiths in the Austin area?_____________________________________________________________________________ 3. What dance company offers Kick, Hip Hop, Jazz, Lyrical, Ballet, Musical Theatre & much more for 2 years - 12th grade and has 35 years of excellence?______________________________ 4. Where can you find third generation ownership for all of your air conditioner needs?______________________________________________________________________________________ 5. Who provides the Circle of Life?___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 6. What is the date for the Big Island Rendezvous?_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 7. Who is now open Sunday’s from 11am-5pm? ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 8. Where can you get windows for Free?______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 9. Where can you find a listing and apply for positions at Hormel? ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 10. What is one way to contact Our MN State Representative? _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 11. What local person & company was awarded as a Master Elite Contractor? _______________________________________________________________________________________________ 12. Who has envirobase, high performance, eco friendly paints?___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 13. What do you get for free when you purchase a share at the Village Cooperative of Austin?__________________________________________________________________________________ 14. What company in Albert Lea offers you Marvin Windows and Doors?____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 15. Who do you contact for adult day programs and transportation is provided?______________________________________________________________________________________________ 16. Who offers lunch specials every day from 11 am - 2 pm and 10% off the total ticket price?__________________________________________________________________________________ 17. Where can you find great food and great pricing today?_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 18. What apple orchard can you find right outside of Lansing that provides 20+ apple varieties?________________________________________________________________________________ 19. Where can you travel to October 21st-30th?_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 20. What company is a 4 generation family business that offers GeoComfort Geothermal Systems?_____________________________________________________________________________ 21. What store, on downtown Austin’s Main Street, encourages you to come to their calendar events in costume and meet surprise guests?___________________________________________ 22. Who recently added Off Sale Liquor to their business?________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 23. Where can you go in Dexter for Wednesday night Bingo?______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 24. Who provides diesel repair on most vehicles?_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 25. Who wants to be on the bottom of your feet?________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 26. Who offers Companion Memory Care?______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 27. What are the dates for the Apple Fest in St. Ansgar?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 28. Where is the 8K Trail Run being held?______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 29. Who has a compassionate and caring team?_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 30. Who can you call for all your auction needs?________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 31. Who offers a Lunchbox History Series?_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 32. Who helps you help the environment?______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 33. Who is Austin’s factory authorized Bryant dealer?____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 34. Who provides hearing aides that could change a life and help ringing in the ears?_________________________________________________________________________________________ 35. Who offers services because “the journey matters”?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 36. Who helps you save over $8,000 on your first two years?______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 37. Who offers to get you home when needed?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 38. Which award winning restaurant is located in historic Mantorville?______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 39. Who has a quarry?______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 40. Who provides hometown comfort with high quality care?______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 41. Where can you find a fully furnished post hospital stay unit?___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 42. Who offers a choice of quartz or granite?___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 43. Who is celebrating their 15th Anniversary?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 44. Where can you find Southern Minnesota’s premier bed & breakfast?_____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 45. Who helps you nail down a great rate?______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 46. Who has volunteer opportunities available to help connect with your community and expand your network?___________________________________________________________________ 47. Who offers a career where you can “Make a Difference”?______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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Mail, fax, scan or bring your entry form to The Mower County Shopper, 3405 W. Oakland Ave, Austin, MN 55912 by Thursday, September 14, 2017.

One entry per household. Fax: 507-437-7733. Phone: 507-437-7731. Email officemanager@mowercountyshopper.com. Carriers & employees not eligible to enter & win. Drawing held on Friday, September 15, 2017. Winners announced Tuesday, Sept. 19th in the Mower County Shopper. Thank you for your entry!

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