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“Come visit Jordan’s historic downtown for antique shops, coffee shop, downtown brewery, gifts, local art, specialty meats, professional services, arcade, upholstery and furniture refurbishing, fine dining and overnight luxury stays.

Walk to the Sand Creek waterfalls and serene Mill Pond in Lagoon Park. Just outside of town, you will find Minnesota’s Largest Candy Store, apple orchards, draft horse farms, riding stables, state park trails, campgrounds & a vineyard.

With small-town appeal, Historic Jordan is a great place to spend the day or perhaps to Live - Shop - Dine.”

August 2018 Scott Carver Threshers Harvest Festival Firefighters Golf Tournament

September 2018 Miss Jordan Pageant Jordan Classic Cycle and Car Cruise Heimatfest St. John's Fall Festival

October 2018 Jordan High School Homecoming Jordan Business Trick or Treat

December 2018 Commercial Club Christmas Tree Lighting at Pekarna Park Jordan Area Chamber Jordandazzle Parade

February 2019 Jordan Commercial Club-Mill Pond Masters Ice Golf Tournament

April 2019 Celebrate Jordan

May 2019 Cinco de Mayo Celebration City Wide Garage Sale Memorial Day Services

July 2019 Scott County Fair

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What’s new in town?

From clothing stores to a splash pad.

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Where to have fun

Beyond the big yellow barn.

MADE IN MN

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Made in Jordan

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From police radios to patio furniture.

LEISURE

18 on the cover Cover Photo by Carlo Holmberg Mill Pond in Jordan is a scenic escape.

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Relax and unwind From golfing to splash pads.

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2018 - 2019 Discover Guide Publisher: Laurie Hartmann \ Regional Editor: Deena Winter Editorial Content: Sarah Wynn \ Cover Design: Carrie Rood, Mike Gears, Rachel Larivee Editorial Design: Steve Christiansen \ Advertising: Erin Troxel Special thanks to the city of Jordan, Jordan School District, CAP Agency and Scott County for their contributions. Every effort has been made to provide an accurate directory, but if errors have occurred please let us know about them.

Published by Southwest News Media, 12925 Eagle Creek Parkway, Savage, 55378.

Copyright 2018-2019. Printed in the USA. To submit additional information call 952-445-3333 or send an email to dwinter@swpub.com.

SNAPSHOT POPULATION

HOUSING

2,164

2015

2016

2017

Housing units, 2010

68.3%

Home ownership rate, 2012 - 2016

84.4%

Living in same house 1 year or more

2.76

Persons per household

$210,500

Median value of owneroccupied homes, 2012 - 2016

6,076

14.4%

6,143 = 425

increase from April 1, 2010 to July 1, 2017

6,255

5 years and under

7.8%

18 years and under

30.6%

Between 19 and 64 years 60.9% 65 years and older

8.5%

POPULATION BREAKDOWN 2016

$29,596

Per capita income in past 12 months, 2016 dollars

$66,818

Median household income, 2012 - 2016

EDUCATION

95%

High School Graduate or higher, 25+

2012 - 2016

29.8%

Bachelor’s Degree or higher, 25+

2012 - 2016

5.0%

Foreign born Between 2012 and 2016

WORK TRAVEL TIME Mean travel time to work workers age 16+ 2012- 2016

White

90.3%

Asian

0%

Hispanic or Latino

8.7%

Two or more races

0%

Black or African American 2.2% American Indian and Alaska Native

0%

VETERANS

238

2012 - 2016

27

minutes Source: http://quickfacts.census.gov/

WELCOME

WELCOME TO The city is framed by a tall steeple at St. John the Baptist Church, which is 160 years old.

PHOTO BY CARLO HOLMBERG

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he quaint city of Jordan is tucked right of f Highway 169 and as you wind toward the downtown area, landmarked by St. John the Baptist Church’s steeple, you feel right at home.

It’s a small city of about 6,000 people, with regular events that bring everyone together. From Jordan Commercial Club meetings where residents share a beer and talk about upcoming projects to the yearly Heimatfest festival, it’s an easy place to get connected.

Jordan makes the most of winter with Ice Golf, which involves golf clubs

or hockey sticks, whichever you prefer, and tennis balls. This year they even had turkey bowling, where you slam a frozen turkey into bowling pins.

In the warmer months, Jordanites fish and swim at Mill Pond in Lagoon Park and pick apples at apple farms.

There is lots to do downtown, with shopping and restaurants.

Jordan also offers a great school district with a newly renovated middle school. It features shared spaces and pivotal classrooms for optimal learning.

But the hustle and bustle is not far away: Minneapolis-St. Paul is about a half-hour drive away.

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WHAT’S NEW Roets Jordan Brewery has become a popular hang out spot for locals.

PHOTOS BY SARAH WYNN

WHAT’S NEW Owner Melissa Orthun poses outside of her shop Bluff Creek Boutique.

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n recent years, Jordan has added a brewery, a Tex-Mex restaurant, and two new clothing stores downtown.

There is a new car shop in town.

It offers full service automative repair and was business of the week in February. It is a veteran owned business with a strong sense of determination and hard work.

And Jordan is now home to a company that designs and builds vehicles for law enforcement agencies in the Midwest. It has a growing base of about 400 customers and is a big addition to Jordan’s industrial district.

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in Jordan FUN

Jordan’s Dog Park: Located off Sawmill Road, a newly built dog park is the perfect haven for man’s best friend and their beloved pets. It even has trash bins and dog baggies for Jordanites to use. Chair of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission Donna Breegeemann likes to bring her own three dogs there and said it’s a great way to meet people and fellow dog lovers.

Splash Pad: The city opened a splash pad, with pop jets to foamy jets to water domes and water blasters.

A rou nd t he spl a sh pad t her e a r e lounge chairs and benches and limestone

barriers surrounding the pad on each of its four corners, which could be used for seating as well.

CONSTRUCTION Homes keep popping up in new developments in town. In the spring, the city approved over 50 homes in new developments Bridle Creek and Stonebridge.

Highway 169 is also getting a facelift this summer, with construction to end in the fall as the Minnesota Department of Transportation works on overlay and construct a reduced conflict intersection at Delaware Avenue and Highway 169.

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201819 CALE

Summer Festivals Jordan St. John the Baptist Catholic Church Fall Festival September Church Parking Lot Heimatfest September Downtown Jordan and Lagoon Park

Savage Dan Patch Days June Community Park Music in the Park

Jordan Mill Pond Masters Ice Golf Tournament February This one is quite the tradition put on by the Jordan Commercial Club.

Jordanites golf on Mill Pond using their club, golf balls and even the occasional hockey stick. They also have turkey bowling, where they propel a frozen turkey through bowling pins on the ice.

September There will be music and dinner and family activities. At last year’s festival, Tom Colling’s band, Cocktails for Two, played and quilters auctioned off their masterpieces at the festival.

Downtown, Belle Plaine Enjoy a downtown cook-out, classic cars, and battle of the bands at this celebration of Belle Plaine’s German heritage. Saturday events include children’s activities, parade, kraut eating contest, and wrestling.

July

The CERC There is not a better combination than food, booths and music. At Celebrate Jordan, awards are given to students who exemplify a positive, safe and nurturing environment.

Tables will also be set up for the Jordan Independent, the Jordan Fire Department and Jordan Police.

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Mark Ballard, Larry Warden, Dave Holzer and Heidi Dibble entertained during the Heimatfest Talent Show in 2017.

Heimatfest

A two-day tradition in the city of Jordan as residents gather for the parade, Run of the Mill races and face painting. Contests abound, ranging from bingo to coronating Miss Jordan and even a Brat Eating Contest.

Lakefront Music Fest

Union Square Park Belle Plaine’s famous Bar-B-Q Days will feature carnaval festivities, food, and live music all weekend. The event will also feature fireworks, a queen coronation, a horse show on Friday night and a parade at noon on Saturday.

September

Community Park

Jordan Dazzle Parade

July

December

Lakefront Park

Lakefront Park

June

BBQ Days

Downtown Jordan and Lagoon Park

August

German Days

April

June-August

Lakefront Days

Church, followed by a parade and entertainment in downtown Belle Plaine.

Celebrate Jordan

Prior Lake

Downtown Jordan and Pekarna Park PHOTO BY SARAH WYNN

Caitlyn Luna (left) and Jasmine Resendiz (right) dance at Jordan’s second annual Cinco de Mayo.

Cinco de Mayo May 5 A block party on Water Street filled with festivities with authentic Mexican food, live music, dancing, kids games, crafts and face painting.

The event is designed to bring the community together and raise awareness of Hispanic culture, food and dance.

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Bring in that holiday cheer with carolers... and maybe even an appearance by Santa. A festive parade will start downtown and finish at Pekarna Park, where carolers will sing jubilant tunes.

Belle Plaine St. Patrick’s Day March The annual celebration draws hundreds of people a year for a day of celebration, starting with a service at Our Lady of the Prairie

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Belle Plaine resident Scott Gillespie is a fan of the corn dogs at Belle Plaine’s annual BBQ Days, an event that brings food, live music, carnival rides and games to the city.

Scenic Byway River Run September Enjoy a day of running, eating, shopping and fun along the Minnesota River with the 7th Scenic Byway Half Marathon, Relay, 5K and Kids Fun Run on Sept. 15. The day will also feature a harvest festival, concessions and craft vendors.

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ENDAR OF EVENTS Holiday Express

Big Fun Day!

River Valley Festival

December

June

August

Chatfield Elementary

Huber Park

Huber Park, Shakopee

Come visit the “North Pole” to help ring in the holiday season. Enjoy breakfast, visit with Santa and read stories with Mrs. Claus. Children are also welcome to enjoy holiday crafts and activities before doing some Christmas shopping in a safe, festive environment.

This free event on the third Saturday in June includes a splash pad, giant slip-n-slide, water relays and games, food carts, balloon art, bounce houses, entertainment and an evening movie in the park.

Enjoy a day in Huber Park with the River Valley Festival, which features family-friendly games, entertainment, music and food trucks.

Though the festival is still growing, it’s a hit for community members of all ages with homemade games, minnow races and Bingo.

International Festival Summer

Shakopee

Huber Park The Shakopee Diversity Alliance hosts the annual International Festival each summer.

The festival celebrates Shakopee’s diversity with entertainment and events at Huber Park.

Egg Hunt March-April 1255 Fuller St., Shakopee Bring your baskets for Shakopee’s annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Shakopee Community Center two Saturdays before Easter. The free event features egg hunts by age, activities, games, prizes, police cars, fire trucks and more.

Wheelies Family Bike Event June Huber Park Bikes are the main attraction at the annual Wheelies Family Bike Event on the first Thursday in June. The event includes a police surplus silent bike auction, kids’ trike and training wheel races, bike registration, helmet sale and more.

Huber Park Performance & Events Series Summer Hosted by the Parks and Recreation Department, the Huber Park Performance & Events Series features free, family entertainment on the riverfront Thursdays throughout the summer. Also, enjoy monthly outdoor Movies in the Park on select Saturdays.

Bring your blanket or lawn chair. A full calendar of events is published every March.

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A member of the Shakopee Veterans Honor Guard plays taps during a Memorial Day Service at Valley Cemetery in Shakopee.

Memorial Day Ceremony May Shakopee American Legion Post 2 and Shakopee VFW Post 4046 join others in a ceremony of remembrance at 10 a.m. in Veterans Memorial Park. Other ceremonies are also held locally.

Happy Birthday America Parade July Lions Park This long-standing tradition invites kids to decorate their wagons, trikes and bicycles in red, white and blue as the Parks and Recreation Department marches through local streets in honor of America’s birthday the week of July Fourth. Entertainment and popsicles follow at the parade starting point, Lions Park.

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Church of Cash breaks into Johnny Cash covers at Rhythm on the Rails on Lewis Street in 2017.

Rhythm on the Rails July-August Downtown Shakopee Rhythm on the Rails is a free five-week outdoor concert series taking place every Wednesday night in July and August. The evening will kick off with local acts, followed by regional headliners that everyone knows and loves. Attendees will have the option to purchase food and drink tickets at the front gate, enjoy a free kids zone with inflatables and face-painting, and listen to music all evening.

Night to Unite August Turn on your porch lights, lock your doors and join your neighbors outdoors at the annual Minnesota Night to Unite on the first Tuesday in August. Approximately 100 Shakopee neighborhoods host special events such as block parties, cookouts, visits from the police and fire department, youth contests and raffles.

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Summer Festivals Belle Plaine German Days June Downtown Belle Plaine BBQ Days July Union Square Days

SMSC Wacipi (Pow Wow) August The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community Wacipi (Pow Wow) is an annual event that draws thousands of dancers and spectators to the Wacipi Grounds on the SMSC reservation on the third weekend in August. A social gathering where friends and relatives celebrate their culture and way of life, the Wacipi is open to the public. The word “Wacipi” (pronounced “wahchee-pee”) in the Dakota language translates as “they dance.”

Shakopee Big Fun Day! June Huber Park International Festival Summer Huber Park River Valley

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Dancers at the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community Wacipi (Pow Wow).

Festival

Scott County Art Crawl

August

October

Huber Park Rhythm of the Rails July-August Downtown Shakopee

The Scott County Art Crawl, presented by the Savage Arts Council, is a self-paced fine art tour and sale that weaves through urban and rural areas in Scott County, including several stops at Shakopee artist studios and businesses.

Pumpkins in the Park October

SMSC Wacipi (Pow Wow) August SMSC reservation

The Shakopee Chamber of Commerce hosts this family friendly, non-scary Halloween celebration for children ages 10 and under the second Saturday in October. Children will enjoy a trickor-treat trail, inflatable jumpies, games, beverage and cookie station, face painting and much more.

Shakopee Holiday Festival December This annual festival, sponsored by the Shakopee Chamber of

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Commerce, celebrates the holiday season by lighting a Christmas tree in downtown Shakopee the first Friday in December. The free festival also includes a Velodazzle Bike Parade, carriage rides, caroling, visit by Santa Claus and refreshments.

place for over 60 years and celebrates the city’s importance in the life of legendary race horse Dan Patch and his owner Marion W. Savage. Events include a wine tasting, live music, dinner in the park, a cookie eating contest, fireworks and more.

Folkways of the Holidays December The Landing in Shakopee, 2187 County Road 101, brings to life the 19th-century holiday traditions of the Minnesota River Valley. See how the ethnic traditions of the past can still be found today in our decorations, celebrations and even the foods we eat. Guests can enjoy horse-drawn trolley rides along snowy lanes of candlelit homes and lively folk artist performances on weekends in December

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Dan Patch Days, Savage’s annual summer celebration.

Savage

Music in the Park

Service Day Saturday

Music in the Park is a weekly outdoor performance series for all ages held on the outdoor patio at the McColl Pond Environmental Learning Center in Community Park in Savage on Wednesdays from 7-8 p.m.

April This annual event brings the Savage community together for a day to work on a variety of volunteer projects to serve the community and support local non profits. Projects include buckthorn removal to help preserve Eagle Creek— the only trout stream in Scott County.

Flashlight Egg Scramble March-April The Savage Sports Center Prizes and special baskets are available to win during the egg scramble at the Savage Sports Center, 13450 Dakota Ave. Participants scramble to find as many eggs as possible in the dark and play with inflatables and games.

Dan Patch Days June Community Park Dan Patch Days might be considered the main event each year in Savage.

The annual festival has been taking

June-August

Halloween Bash October This spooktacular event is hosted by the city of Savage Parks and Recreation division and is a favorite among Savage residents, with over 1,000 attendees in 2017. The event takes place, rain or shine, in an inflatable dome in the community park. Wear your costumes and bring your family to enjoy games, s’mores, inflatables, music and more.

Winter Days January-February This all-ages event takes place for two days each winter at McColl Pond Environmental Learning and Event Center. Hosted by Savage Parks and Recreation, a variety of winter events are available for families, including snowshoeing and ice skating.

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LENDAR OF EVENT Movies in the Outfield August Join Savage Parks and Recreation at the Savage Sports Center, to watch a movie under the dome. Bring your lawn chair and blankets, grab some popcorn from the concession stand and enjoy the evening with friends, family and community.

Santa Cop Night December Savage Police Garage This annual Toys for Tots drive gives kids and families a chance to meet and take photos with Santa and Savage Police Chief Rodney Seurer while donating a christmas gift toy at 6000 McColl Drive.

into frigid Minnesota winter waters during the Prior Lake Polar Plunge to benefit athletes of Special Olympics Minnesota.

People often wear costumes in celebration of the event.

an organization of citizens, law enforcement officers and crime prevention specialists who work on crime prevention programs. Residents put on block parties and sign up to have police officers and firefighters attend.

Spring-A-Ding

Fire Department Annual Chicken BBQ

May This annual spring event hosted by the city of Prior Lake is designed for free family fun at Lakefront Park. Attractions include a petting zoo, inflatables, live entertainment, face paint, sand art and more. The event is put on by the recreation department.

September Every year, the fire department hosts a BBQ that benefits the volunteer firefighters. In 2018, the BBQ will be Sept. 9 from 3 to 8 p.m. at the Prior Lake VFW. Tickets are available at the door for $14 or $7 for children under the age of 12. For more information, call Fire Chief Rick Steinhaus at 952-440-3473.

Fall Frenzy October

Prior Lake Fourth of July July 4, 2019 If you’re looking to celebrate America’s birthday, Prior Lake is the place to be. The Prior Lake Association hosts an annual boat parade, beginning at Charlie’s on Prior at Upper Prior Lake, followed by a fireworks display on Lower Prior Lake around 10 p.m. For amazing views for this display, head west or north of Lakefront Park. The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community also has an annual, free fireworks display at the Wacipi (Pow Wow) Grounds in Shakopee at 3212 Dakotah Pkwy.

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Parkgoers Lakefront Music Fest in 2017.

Lakefront Music Fest July The Lakefront Music Fest is a summer staple for Prior Lake. Put on by the Prior Lake Rotary, the event features a number of performances from artists in the heart of Lakefront Park. The festival usually has a rock night and a country night, as well as a variety of different food and drink vendors.

Lakefront Days

FILE PHOTO

Ian Leonard jumped in the icy water three times at the Prior Lake Polar Plunge in 2015.

Prior Lake Polar Plunge February Members of law enforcement departments, including the Prior Lake Police Department, and residents from around the area jump

The city of Prior Lake Recreation Department hosts this fall event every year in October. In 2018, it will be Oct. 6 from 10 a.m. to noon at Lakefront Park. In previous years, this event was called the “Autumn Gathering.” The event is free.

For more information, call the department at 952-447-9820.

Fire Department Open House October In 2018, the Prior Lake Fire Station Open House will be on Oct. 11 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Fire Station No. 2 at 3906 Station Place NW. The open house is part of Fire Prevention Week, which is Oct. 7-13. The event includes fire truck rides, fire hose spray, smoke house survival demonstrations and more. For more information, visit the National Fire Protection Association website at www.nfpa.org.

August

DecemBRRR Dazzle

Lakefront Days is a family-friendly celebration of Prior Lake. Each day is chock-full of activities and carnival rides including a business expo and wine tasting, inflatables, vendors, food, games, an Enchanted Fancy Friday Princess Party, Yappy Hour (with dogs) and more.

December

Night to Unite August Night to Unite is a statewide event started by the Minnesota Crime Prevention Association,

DecemBRRR Dazzle is another free, family-friendly event put on by the city of Prior Lake to celebrate winter. In 2018, the event will be on Dec. 7 in Lakefront Park.

Santa and his reindeer will be in attendance for photos with children and families.

There will also be ice carving demonstrations, a bonfire, bean bag toss and more. Donations are also solicited for several charities including Tree of Warmth and Toys for Tots.

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Where to have fun Jim’ Jim’s m s Ap Appl Apple p e Fa Farm mb barn arn is about abo bout ut the same shade of yellow as a Charleston Chew candy bar wrapper and impossible to miss for drivers along Highway 169.

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A police box from the popular television series “Doctor Who” stands in the middle of the planetarium at Minnesota’s Largest Candy Store.

PHOTO BY SARAH WYNN

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ATTRACTIONS

Minnesota’s Largest Candy Store.

PHOTO BY SARAH WYNN

J Jerry Kordner, aka the Soda Guy, stands proudly in front of the soda section at Minnesota’s Largest Candy PHOTO BY SARAH WYNN

ordan is the perfect city for that small town feel.

From cute boutique shops, a community coffee cafe to its historic buildings, it gives off a small town vibe. But, it also has big atractions like Minnesota’s largest candy store and a great apple

orchard.

Jordan is growing, and the picturesque downtown is becoming an attraction in itself. It’s a place where you can walk around, and there is always something to see.

A few new boutiques recently opened on Water Street, and are very conveniently located next to a brewery— perfect for everyone to have some fun.

Driving down 169 in Jordan, you’ll see a bright yellow dome that could resemble a planetarium, but it’s Minnesota’s largest candy store. No, we’re not kidding. It really is with soda, licorice and tons of candy from all over the world.

It’s open seasonally during the summer months and often has a witty phrase on its bright yellow sign outside.

Minnesota Harvest Orchard is near the candy store and has been a family tradition since 1971. Its apples start blooming in spring to bring bushels of apples by August.

The orchard also has pumpkins, strawberries and goers can take wagon rides across its property.

It also has handmade caramel apples straight from its trees, hot dogs and pulled meat sandwiches at its restaurant.

So whether it be satisfying a sweet tooth or hanging around downtown, Jordan’s small town feel has a few big attractions.

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MADE IN MN

Chris Wallberg, Jordan’s store manager, installs some lights onto an emergency vehicle at Emergency Automative Technologies, Inc. PHOTOS BY BY SARAH WYNN

Made in

Jordan E.A.T.I Off of Highway 169 in Jordan, near its police department sits E.A.T.I (Emergency Automative Technologies, Inc.). Its new home in Jordan marks its third location in Minnesota.

And it’s really cool.

It helps outfit vehicles from police cars to firetrucks in full emergency gear. From lights, sirens, cameras, radios, firearm mounts, vehicle partitions to K9 equipment — they do it all.

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Its customers hail from all over the metro area. Chris Wallberg, manager at the Jordan location, likes figuring out how to wire each vehicle and happens to be a firefighter on the Jordan Fire Department with a fellow coworker, Jeremy Heitzman.

BY THE YARD By the Yard is known for its outdoor furniture and accessories with a catch — they’re made from recycled plastic milk jugs. And they’re made in Jordan.

Recently, the company be-

A tool kit at the ready at E.A.T.I in Jordan.

They outfit emergency vehicles from everything from lights to sirens to radios.

gan working wi with w ith the city to build d memorial benches tto o place throughout Jordan Jorda an n from the soon to be renovated ated Mini-Met to the splash pad ad in Lagoon Park.

Ann Holzer, sales manager, felt honored to help the city install the benches and said they’ve had a feeding frenzy of calls for the benches.

CORNSTALK Kevin Lind has found a new way to sell promotional items to agricultural companies by making grain bin replicas and

barn quilts in Jordan.

I n h i s work shop on t he outskirts of Jordan, tucked on a small tree farm, Lind is busy manufacturing his promotional products.

Lind has developed a market calling on agricultural lenders, seed dealers, crop protection, insurance, tax preparation, commodity dealers and animal feed companies.

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Kevin Lind’s Jordan business, Cornstalk, sells promotional items to agricultural companies.

His focus is on companies that have their own loyal clientele of family-owned farms.

The replica grain bins come in a variety of sizes and have both a corporate logo an and often the farmer’s name, too. He then sells them as piggy banks or adds candy and other treats.

“Those b become very cherished gifts,” he said. “Nobody offers a true tr agricultural based item in the ag promotional product produ market.”

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SIWEK LUMBER AND MILLWORK INC. Siwek Lumber, 350 Valley View Dr., has been in the wood business since 1933.

Joseph and Frances Siwek had a rough start.

Unemployment was on the rise during the Great Depression and Joseph Siwek was laid off from his job at the railroad — and thus their business began.

Joe Siwek, with permission from his former employer, dismantled old wooden boxcars and sold them as heating firewood along with loose s coal co along the rail lines.

Its first location was in Minneapolis and after the It Depression it sold lumber, plywood and insulation to Depre homeowners.

Eventually the Siweks needed more room homeow and moved to two bigger storage sites, which unfortunately had two fires in 1984 and 1989. the move to Jordan in 1991 and grew to a Siwek finally made m 13-acre site, complete with a sawmill and a full supply of building materials, hardware and millwork.

SAND CREEK ANTLER PRODUCTS Husband and wife John and Barb Wermerskirchen wanted to make their home look more rustic, but found it came at a price, so John decided to make some of the decor on his own.

He began carving antlers, which he said are 98 percent from animals that are not harmed, and turns them into everything from lamps to chandeliers to tables to coasters to fireplace tools.

Their business, at 3195 W. 220th St. in Jordan, will even custom make these rustic products.

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Relax, unwind and enjoy life in Jordan FILE PHOTO

Dogs just love running around Jordan’s Lagoon Park.

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hat is there to do in Jordan?

L a g o o n Park is filled wit h f u n ac tivities for families to enjoy.

Along Mill Pond are places to take a load off, take a seat and enjoy the sun. The park has plenty of space to relax from picnic tables to a fishing pier and a gazebo.

For those looking for more action, there are two sand volleyball courts, plenty of green space to play soccer and a children’s playground.

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Lagoon Park’s newest addition is a splash pad set to open this summer. Donned with pop jets, a 360-degree water dome, tunnel jets and water blasters, it’s a great way to stay cool over the summer. It has designated spaces for different age groups for children. And it’s easy to walk through and not get too wet.

Ridges at Sand Creek is a great place to unwind during the weekend. The golf course opened in 2000, and has a championship layout for all skill levels.

It h a s b e en r e c og ni z e d a s the “2 0 0 9 Gol f C ou r s e of t he Ye a r ” b y t h e M i dw e s t G ol f Cou rse Ow ners Association and was the only Minnesota publ ic c ou r s e selected in Golf World’s “Readers Choice Top 50” in 2010.

So set up a tee and take a swing at its 170-acre course.

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Alan Thong watches his chip shot at the Ridges at Sand Creek.

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The new splash pad is up and running at Lagoon Park in Jordan.

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First Choice Pharmacy is next door to the Jordan Public Library. It has a drive-through and sells over-the-counter medication.

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uring one of Jordan’s biggest festivals, Heimatfest, runners partake in what’s called the Run of the Mill.

It begins early in the morning at the Jordan Middle School and both races — 5K and 10K — finish at Lagoon Park. The 5K is flat and more downhill, while the 10K is more challenging and includes hills and gravel roads.

Also during the summer is the Illuminight 5K which you guessed it, it involves running at night. This run started in 2014 and encourages walkers, joggers and runners alike.

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Madison Pelowski, 13, and Hootie Hage, 12, both of Jordan, were the first female and male to cross the finish line in the Illuminight 5K in 2017.

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Need a checkup? Jordan has just the place from getting your teeth checked to fixing a crick in your neck to overall medical attention at various clinics:

ST. FRANCIS HEALTH SERVICES Located next to the public library at 265 Creek Lane South, the St. Francis clinic specializes in family medicine, obstetrics, gynecology and adult and senior medicine.

It’s open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

CHIROPRACTICS AND DENTISTS There are many places in Jordan to get your back cracked or teeth cleaned. Doctors specializing in chiropractics and dentistry can help you out throughout the city.

After you’re done, get your prescriptions at First Choice Pharmacy, conveniently next to the library if you need to catch up on some reading. It is has a drive-through window and in the store sells over the counter medication and a greeting card selection that is always 50 percent off.

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Sue Busch paired traditional German dirndl with running tights for the annual Run of the Mill race last year.

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HISTORY

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Jordan’s historic brewery turns 150 years old this year. The brewery suffered damage after heavy rains in 2014 caused a mudslide, which sent a tree and debris crashing through the back of the building. Today, the slope is secured, the building repaired and business is booming.

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The Hub in Jordan has been a banquet hall, barber shop, bar and now a coffee shop.

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Based on information from the Jordan Area Historical Society and the city of Jordan.

It all started with a sawmill.

Back in 1853, Thomas A. Holmes sent his Shakopee crew over to Jordan to build a sawmill. At the time, his brother, William and his wife and son lived in a log house in soon-tobe Jordan. That log house is now in the middle of downtown Jordan on Varner Street.

And Jordan grew. Unfortunately, Native Americans were relocated to reservations when the area opened up for settlement. By the 1850s, Jordan had

a hotel, churches, a school, a tavern, a post office and two mills.

William Holmes named the city “Jordan” after the biblical River Jordan because “he envisioned a resemblance with its great water source and fertile land,” according to the Jordan Area Historical Society.

In 1872, Jordan and thennearby Brentwood were incorporated together under the village name — Jordan. Soon a fterwards genera l stores, breweries, hardware stores and more churches popped up in the growing village.

HISTORY

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A baseball team dressed in authentic 1860s baseball uniforms played ball in the Mini-Met stadium as part of an event put on by the Scott County Historical Society in Jordan.

From 1872 to 1929, Jordan tried to get the county seat but instead it went to nearby Shakopee.

By 18 8 0, the vil lage had about 915 residents and two railways. And finally in 1891, Jordan was finally incorporated as a city.

There are a few local classics throughout Jordan. The Jordan Brewery, for example, used to rest against the eastern hill in Jordan. It gained notoriety in the area until prohibition and war rationing in the 1920s played a part in its closing. About 100 gallons of beer and whiskey were seized in a raid by the Prohibition Enforcement agency. Brewing started again 10 years later, but product was limited as the

government rationed grain in the 1940s.

Unfortunately, a flood wiped out the historic brewery in 2014 as Tim Roets was working to reopen it. However, Roets wasn’t discouraged and went across the street on Broadway to finally open his brewery in 2016.

Jordan’s Mini Met Ballpark is also a classic. It is one of the few original wood baseball parks still in existence today.

The Jordan Brewers and other teams still play games there at tournaments and special events.

Throughout downtown Jordan there are many historic buildings such as the Hub, which over the years has transformed from a banquet hall to barber shop to a coffee shop.

The only lights on the Mini-Met scoreboard are the ones keeping track of balls, strikes and outs. When it comes to listing team names and keeping score of runs, hits and errors, the letters and numbers have to be manually inserted.

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cation on First Street in the middle of downtown in 2017.

Residents in Jordan are represented by a council of six people, all serving staggered four-year terms. The government body

makes decisions on ways to improve and grow the city such as the Splash Pad to approving plats for new housing developments such as Bridle Creek and Stonebridge.

PHOTO BY SARAH WYNN

A Baldwin organ found a new home at the Jordan Area Historical Society Center.

The Planning Commission, Economic Develop ment Aut hor it y a nd t he Park and Recreation C om mi ssion a l l approve issues to be moved up to council.

The walls of the chambers are lined with photos of historic Jordan throughout the centuries.

“History inspires leaders,” Todd Mahon, acting local history services mana ge f rom t he M i n ne sot a

Historical Society, said. History “can bridge the divide between leaders” and help people be more informed, he said.

Next door is the History Center, which was part of a legacy grant for the building to move it as well as city council chambers to First Street. Inside is old 1930 Ford Model A black car to an old ornate Baldwin organ with intricate wood carvings.

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City of JORDAN JORDAN CITY HALL (210 E. First St., Jordan, MN 55352)  www.jordanmn.gov  TTY: 952-492-2535

FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS

CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS

Police and fire emergency 911 Police (non-emergency) 952-445-1411 Police (general information)

Tanya Velishek

952-492-2009

MAYOR

Fire (general information) 952-492-2535 Water and sewer billing 952-492-2535 Scott County Sheriff FILE PHOTO

Robert Whipps

Jordan City Hall is located at 210 1st St. E. in downtown.

JORDAN CITY COUNCIL Brenda Lieske

Jeff Will

The City of Jordan operates under a Council-Administrator form of government. The mayor and council members are elected for staggered 4-year terms. The mayor and council welcome comments and input from Jordan’s residents and businesses.

Mayor Tanya Velishek tanyavelishek@jordanmn.gov December 2020*

Council Members Jeremy Goebel

Terry Stier terrystier@jordanmn.gov December 2020* Jeff Will jeffwill@jordanmn.gov December 2020*

Terry Stier

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Robert Whipps robertwhipps@jordanmn.gov December 2020*

Jeremy Goebel jeremygoebel@jordanmn.gov December 2018* *Denotes term expiration date

MEETINGS City Council Council Chambers Meetings are held at 6:30 p.m. the first and third Mondays of the month.

Planning Commission Council Chambers Meetings are held at 6:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month.

Economic Development Authority Council Chambers Meetings are held at 6:30 p.m. the third Tuesday of the month.

Park and Recreation Advisory Commission Council Chambers Meetings are held 6:30 p.m. on the fourth Monday of every other month.

ORDINANCES For additional information about city ordinances, call the city office at 952-492-2535 or visit the website at www.jordan. govoffice.com.

952-496-8300

Winter Parking It is unlawful for any person to park a vehicle on any street after a continuous or intermittent snowfall during which there has been an accumulation of one inch or more of snow, or when a Snow Emergency is declared, until all snow, ice and similar debris has been plowed or removed from the paved portion of the street.

Except on First Street and Water Street, from Mill Street to Varner Street, parking shall be allowed on even-numbered days for vehicles parked on the even-numbered side of the street and, on odd-numbered days for vehicles parked on the odd-numbered side of the street until the street is plowed curb to curb.

Watering Ban A total watering ban will be in effect every day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and the restrictions are odd/even. Violators will be cited. There is an exemption for newly seeded or sodded lawns.

Building Permits A building permit is required when any building is erected, altered, demolished or moved and for most new construction, including decks. Call 952-4922535 for information.

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Elections 952-496-8560

The Scott County Board of Commissioners holds meetings and workshops on most Tuesdays at 9 a.m. at the Scott County Government Center in Shakopee. You can visit the website, www.scottcountymn.com, for up-to-date schedule information.

Residents are encouraged to keep current on county news through viewing County Board meetings (available online in “real time” and on-demand), visiting the website, tuning in to local government access cable for meeting coverage and other programming, following the county on social media, and reading the awardwinning resident newsletter, The Scott County SCENE.

Environmental Services 952-496-8177

Barb Weckman-Brekke, District 1 612-616-1086 Tom Wolf, District 2 952-440-6805 Michael Beard, District 3* 952-583-7090 Dave Beer, District 4 952-393-5296 Jon Ulrich, District 5* 612-716-6724 *Term expires December 2018

FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS Scott County Crisis Program 952-818-3702 County Administrator Gary Shelton 952-496-8100 Building Inspections 952-496-8160 County Assessor 952-496-8972 County Attorney 952-496-8240 County Engineer 952-496-8008 County Recorder 952-496-8150 Customer Service 952-496-8150

Employee Relations 952-496-8103

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SCOTT COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER 200 Fourth Ave. W., Shakopee, MN 55379 952-445-7750 www.scottcountymn.gov

Financial Assistance 952-496-8686 Health and Human Services 952-445-7751 Mental Health Program 952-445-7751

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Parks & Trails 952-496-8752 Planning & Zoning 952-496-8653 Public Health 952-496-8555 Sheriff Luke Hennen* 952-496-8300 Social Services 952-445-7751 Surveyor 952-496-8362

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SCOTT COUNTY LIBRARY Jordan Branch Library 275 Creek Lane S., Jordan 952-496-8050 www.scott.lib.mn.us The Jordan Branch Library is part of the Scott County Library System, which allows library card-holders access to libraries in seven communities, including Belle Plaine, Savage, Elko New Market, New Prague, Shakopee and Prior Lake.

In addition, the county-wide system is part of the greater metropolitan system — Metropolitan Library Service Agency — which allows library cardholders access to nearby Hennepin, Carver and other metropolitan county libraries, as well as Minneapolis and St. Paul Public Libraries.

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JORDAN ISD 717 The Jordan school district serves about 1,800 students with an award-winning elementary school, middle school and high school.

SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

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Jordan Elementary School students perform a fun exercise about excellence.

Connie Hennen, Treasurer

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JORDAN PUBLIC SCHOOLS ISD 717 The mission of the Jordan Public Schools is to inspire a caring community to ignite learning, innovation and success for all.

We are located on Highway 169, just nine miles south of Shakopee and 30 minutes south of Minneapolis/St. Paul, in the beautiful Minnesota River Valley. Our unique student and family friendly single academic campus, home to approximately 1,800 students, has excellent facilities and is located near many residential areas, including the historic downtown and a new public library.

Our high school was built in 2003, and our award-winning middle school opened in 2015. Located adjacent to this building is the new 45,000 square foot Jordan Community Education and Recreation Center (CERC). Our elementary school, recipient of multiple Minnesota Department of Education distinctions and of the Minnesota School of Excellence Award in 2017, was built in 1975 and has a 2003

addition to include an Early Learning Center. We are proud to be the only Parent Aware Four Star rated preschool program in Jordan. Among the special programs housed at the elementary school is a before/ after school daycare that opens at 6 a.m. and closes at 6 p.m.

Jordan students consistently score academically at the top of the Minnesota River Conference, and educating 21st Century learners is important to us. We have a successful 1:1 technology program with students in grades 5-12 receiving Chromebook devices.

Our younger students explore technology on a daily basis with laptops and iPads for their use in the classroom and throughout the building. Students in K-4 are exposed to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) programming as well as solid foundational programming in the core curricular areas. Students in grades 5-12 benefit from quality core academic programming and a wide range of exploratory and elective courses.

The district also has a new Summit Academy for grades 11

and 12, which boasts programs where students have the opportunity to take professional studies courses that combine cross-curricular and real-world learning. The course content is made relevant by giving students access to career fields through guest instructors, project management work, mentorships, and portfolio development. Additionally, our Jordan High School students have the opportunity to take numerous College in the Schools, Concurrent Enrollment, and Advanced Placement courses to earn college credit, while never having to leave campus.

Our athletic and fine arts programs rival and exceed what can be found in much larger districts. This has allowed for Jordan students to stand out among the best in the state.

During the 2017-2018 school year, seven Jordan athletic programs reached the state tournament or won section titles. Additionally, three cooperative athletic programs reached the state tournament, making the year one of the most successful in school district history.

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Jordan’s fine arts and activities programs also thrived with state tournament appearances by individuals in speech, and high marks at band, choir, theater, and visual arts contests. The district’s athletic complex has been completely remodeled, including the addition of a synthetic field turf stadium playing surface. This new facility, along with several new ball fields, state-of-the-art indoor athletic facilities, and ample green space are home to our thriving athletic programs.

Our athletic facilities are among some of the best for districts our size and rank high among what can be found in the state.

Submitted by Jordan Public Schools.

District 717 Offices 500 Sunset Dr., Jordan 952-492-6200 www.jordan.k12.mn.us Matt Helgerson Superintendent 952-492-6200

JORDAN SCHOOL BOARD The District 717 School Board is the school district’s governing body. It is composed of seven members, each of whom is a district resident elected by voters to serve a four-year term. Elections are conducted in November of even-numbered years.

School board business meetings are conducted once a month on the 2nd Monday at 6:30 p.m.

Additional workshop meetings, when needed, are held on the 4th Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. Occasionally, times or days of the meetings are changed. Meetings are held in the CERC Multi-purpose Room.

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What does excellence look like in our Catholic schools and specifically at St. John’s School?

St. John’s School believes that excellence involves educating the whole child. We want to provide excellence for the students in the form of mind, body and spirit. St. John’s provides an ideal learning environment with small class sizes in addition to a beautiful historic church, both of which we enjoy while learning and growing in mind, body and soul.

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NON-PUBLIC SCHOOLS St. John the Baptist Catholic School Grades Pre-K through 6th 215 Broadway St. N., Jordan 952-492-2030 www.sjsjordan.org Established in the 1860s, St. John’s integrates religious values in the daily life and learning of each student. The faculty and staff believe in building a community of faith, love, and service to others that extends beyond a classroom setting.

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10000 Great Plains Blvd.

Chaska, MN 55318 952-445-6555 www.themustardseedinc.com

GOLF Legends Golf Club

8670 Credit River Blvd.

Prior Lake, MN 55372 952-226-4777 www.legendsgc.com

HOME SERVICES

16306 Main Ave. SE Prior Lake, MN 55372 952-226-6208 www.vfwpost6208.com

Anchor Iron Company

ENTERTAINMENT

Lange’s Plumbing & Heating

Chanhassen Dinner Theatres 501 W 78th St. Chanhassen, MN 55317 952-934-1525 www.chanhassendt.com

FINANCIAL Edward Jones- Scott Pierce

16154 Main Ave. SE, #110B Prior Lake, MN 55372 952-447-8800 www.edwardjones.com/scott-pierce

South Metro Federal Credit Union 8001 Old Carriage Ct. Shakopee, MN 55379 952-445-0888 www.southmet.com

South Metro Federal Credit Union

2573 Credit Union Dr. Prior Lake, MN 55372 (across from Mystic Lake Casino on Co. 83) 952-445-0888 www.southmet.com

12358 Boone Ave. S. Savage, MN 55378 952-445-3030 www.anchoriron.com

808 E Main St. Belle Plaine, MN 56011 952-873-2730 www.langesmn.com

Link Lumber

1440 W Third Ave. Shakopee, MN 55379 952-445-3240 www.linklumber.com

PERSONAL SERVICES Best Cleaners

6205 Dell Rd. Eden Prairie, MN 55346 952-934-2609 www.bestcleanersmn.com

Canvas Tattoo & Piercing Studio 6880 Boudin St. NE, #170 Prior Lake, MN 55372 952-447-1228 www.thecanvastattoostudio.com

Jodi Langhorst See Law Office & Dispute Resolution Services, PLLC 16186 Main Ave. SE, #200 Prior Lake, MN 55372 952-226-1220 www.langhorstlaw.com

Stanley & Wencl, LLC Construction & Facility Services 8786 Egan Dr. Savage, MN 55378 952-226-1100 www.stanleyandwencl.com

REAL ESTATE Jason Walgrave RE/MAX 13875 Hwy. 13 S Savage, MN 55378 612-419-9425 www.jasonwalgrave.com

Great Tea Road Co.

16228 Main Ave. SE, #113 Prior Lake, MN 55372 612-278-2362 www.greattearoad.com

Hy-Vee

6150 Egan Dr. Savage, MN 55378 Main: 952-228-2550 Pharmacy: 952-228-2552 www.hy-vee.com

Sweet Nautical Boutique 16228 Main Ave. SE Prior Lake, MN 55372 612-702-9294 www.sweetnautical.com

Thoroughbred Carpet and Floors

RECREATION

8745 W. Highway 101 Savage, MN 55378 952-445-9140 www.thoroughbredcarpets.com

Minnesota Harvest Orchard

Twisted Loop Yarn Shop

Premiere Dance Academy

The Vintage Gypsy

8251 Old Hwy. 169 Blvd.

Jordan, MN 55352 952-492-2785 www.minnesotaharvest.net

4616 Colorado St. SE Prior Lake, MN 55372 952-447-5788 www.premieredanceacademy.com

RENTAL Prior Lake/Savage Rental Center 15233 Hwy. 13 S Prior Lake, MN 55372 952-447-7000 www.priorlakerentals.com

RETAIL Brock’s Flooring

11081 Chaparral Ave. Shakopee, MN 55379 952-736-9124 www.brocksflooring.com

GG Pretty Things

16180 Hastings Ave. SE Prior Lake, MN 55372 952-440-4114 www.ggprettythings.com

16210 Eagle Creek Ave. SE Prior Lake, MN 55372 952-240-8550 www.twistedloopyarnshop.com 16228 Main Ave. SE Prior Lake, MN 55372 952-226-2400 www.thevintagegypsy.com

Wild Ruffle

16186 Main Ave. SE, #100 Prior Lake, MN 55372 952-381-7405 www.wildruffle.com

Winslow Monument Services 1428 Valleyview Rd. Chaska, MN 55318 952-368-7575 www.wmsmonuments.com

SCHOOLS / EDUCATION JCI Shakopee

121 Lewis St. S Shakopee, MN 55379 952-403-6758 www.shakopeejaycees.com

St. Paul’s Lutheran School 5634 Luther Rd. SE Prior Lake, MN 55372 952-447-2117 www.stpaulspriorlake.org

SENIOR LIVING Friendship Manor

1340 Third Ave. W. Shakopee, MN 55379 952-445-4155 www.friendshipmanorhealthcarecenter.com

Oak Terrace Senior Living 622 Aberdeen Ave. Jordan, MN 55352 952-492-5559 www.oakterraceliving.com

St. Gertrude’s Health & Rehabilitation Center

1850 Sarazin St. Shakopee, MN 55379 952-233-4400 www.stgertrudesshakopee.org

TRAVEL Shakopee Travel Leaders 16731 Hwy. 13, #108a Prior Lake, MN 55372 952-445-6463 www.shakopeetravel.com

WORSHIP Eden Prairie Presbyterian Church 9145 Eden Prairie Road Eden Prairie, MN 55347 952-937-8000 www.prairiecommunitychurch.net

Hosanna Lutheran Church

1690 Vierling Dr. Shakopee, MN 55379 952-435-3332 www.hosannalc.org/about/shakopee-campus

Prairie Community Church

9145 Eden Prairie Road Eden Prairie, MN 55347 952-937-8000 www.prairiecommunitychurch.net

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