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TheThe Rochester Civic Rochester Civic Theatre Company is a is a Theatre Company non-profit organization non-profit organization thatthat educates andand educates enriches the the adults enriches adults andand young people young people of Rochester andand of Rochester Southeastern Minnesota Southeastern Minnesota through the the production through production andand presentation of of presentation live live theater, music andand theater, music dance. dance.

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ARTS & CULTURE

Riverside Concerts

Rochester Dance Company

Riverside Concerts provides the community with high quality, diverse, and accessible musical and educational programs. We offer a broad range of concerts, performances, area musicians, and artistic support services that help make Rochester a more livable community and contribute to the quality of life of its citizens.

The Rochester Dance Company Vision...

To be a distinctive dance organization that benefits the community by creating meaningful and enjoyable dance productions; and to benefit area dancers by providing exceptional training and performance opportunities.

SEMVA, SE Minnesota Visual Arts Gallery (SEMVA) started in 1991 as a supportive group for regional artists to network, and market their art.

SEMVA displays art in Rochester and at events. Our artists create paintings, photography, pottery, glass, jewelry, woodworking, sculpture, folk art, collage, printmaking, drawing and more.

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Rochester from NW to SE

New in town? Here for a few days…or maybe a longer stay?

To help you get a lay of the land, here’s a quick primer.

There are four quadrants to town. Northwest, Northeast, Southwest, and Southeast. The quadrants are divided by Broadway going North and South, and Center street going East to West.

Each quadrant has its own culture and charm. Here’s an int introduction to the city’s most prominent locations.

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Rochester's largest & fastest growing quadrant.

This fast-growing quadrant is home to the shopping district on Highway 52 between 37th and 51st St NW. You'll find the best sledding hill in town in Judd Park at 3812 3rd St NW, the newest elementary school (Gibbs Elementary), computer giant IBM and proud John Marshall High Rocket fans in this large part of town.

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�e hills of Rochester. The northeast quadrant of Rochester has beautiful rolling hills and is a favorite part of town for people who like to spend weekends boating on the Mississippi and Lake Pepin. This is our second smallest quadrant and is largely residential. You'll find Quarry Hill Nature Center, the National Volleyball Center and proud Century High School Panther fans in this cozy part of town.

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Downtown and shopping. The famous Mayo Brothers called this area

home, and you can still visit Dr. Charles Mayo's home, The Mayowood Mansion. This quadrant is home to the downtown shopping area Shoppes at University Square and Apache Mall. The Rochester Golf and Country Club as well as Willow Creek Golf Course are found in SW Rochester as well as the Rochester International Airport.

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Small, fun and aaordable. The southeast Rochester quadrant is where

you'll find the Rochester Public Library, Olmsted County Fairgrounds and Hockey Complex, Rochester Civic Theater, Mayo Convention Center, Rochester Community and Technical College and our football, softball and baseball complexes.

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Looking for groceries and everyday essentials without the hassle of going to the store? Online grocery delivery to the rescue.

Visitors are often in the city without a vehicle, which makes it difficult to get to a grocery store for basic necessities. Through several local delivery options, including Instacart, Hy-Vee Aisles Online and Shipt, shoppers can have items delivered in as little as one hour.

Using Instacart, shoppers order from their favorite retailers, including Cub Foods, Costco, Natural Grocers, Petco, and Hy-Vee stores, and goods are delivered straight to their hotel or home.

Customers shop at instacart.com or using the mobile app on their phone, select their city and store, add items to a virtual cart, then choose a delivery window (within one hour or up to five days in advance) and check out.

The customer will get a notification when the shopper is shopping and then arrives for delivery. For orders of $35 or more, the delivery fee is $5.99. Consumers may also sign-up for the Instacart Express membership, which enables unlimited, free, same-day delivery on orders of $35 or more.

Scott Holloway, general manager at Instacart, said that they have seen a tremendous demand in the Rochester area. The Instacart staff works with local retailers to provide the freshest, highest quality groceries to customers.

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All four Rochester Hy-Vee stores offer online shopping and curbside pickup with Aisles Online orders. Delivery is available from the Barlow and West Circle Drive locations.

The online shopping option retains benefits of in-store shopping, such as weekly specials, digital coupons and Fuel Saver + Perks TM discounts.

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When the order is placed, an Aisles Online personal shopper hand-selects the products.

Groceries are kept in climatecontrolled totes until they are loaded into the customer’s vehicle or delivered. Store pickup and home delivery are both free with a $100 order; orders less than $100 have a $2.95 fee for pickup and $4.95 fee for delivery.

Additionally, Hy-Vee is partnered with two national online grocery delivery services, Instacart and Shipt, in an effort to expand its delivery footprint.

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Shipt is a membership-based online grocery marketplace that offers delivery to members for $99 per year. Order through the local store and even connect with your shopper via text to make adjustments and get live updates from the aisles.

“Delivery is available in Rochester and several surrounding communities,” said Sarah Thacker, Hy-Vee marketing coordinator.

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Upcoming events in September 2018 WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 1 - SEPTEMBER 8 September 1, 2018 THE DUST SETTLERS LIVE, Kinney Creek Brewery. Tanner Brethorst and Alex Meine joined forces for the love of old time music. Genuine fiddle and banjo. 507-282-2739, kinneycreekbrewery.com September 1 - December 29, 2018 ASSISI HEIGHTS TOUR, The Sister of Assisi Heights. Take a guided tour of Assisi Heights, home to the Sisters of Saint Francis, who were instrumental in establishing the first hospital in Rochester, Minnesota. Recurring weekly on Monday and Saturday.

Please call for tour reservations. 507282-7441, rochesterfranciscan.org September 1 - December 1, 2018 BINGO, Eagles Club. Play bingo at the Club every first and third Saturday of the month. Horse races will be played on all BINGO days. 507-289-9532, rochestermneaglesclub.com September 1, 2018 DIVE BAR CLUB, Kathy’s Pub. Live music featuring Dive Bar Club. kathyspub.info

September 1 - 3, 2018 FOSTER AREND INFLATABLE WATER PARK, Foster Arend Park. Visit the new Inflatable water park by Water Parks of Minnesota. 507-328-2525, rochestermn.gov/departments/parksand-recreation/parks-trails/facilitiesdirectory/pools-beach September 1 - 21, 2018 GENOME: UNLOCKING LIFE’S CODE, Rochester Art Center. On display through September 21, 2018. Explore a state-of-the-art exhibit developed by the Smithsonian Institution.

Discover the genome: a complete set of instructions needed for every living thing on Earth to grow and function.

507-282-8629, rochesterartcenter.org/ exhibition/genome September 1 - October 25, 2018 HISTORIC MAYOWOOD MANSION TOUR, Mayowood Mansion. Experience this historic home of three generations of the Mayo Family. Purchase tickets at the Mayowood Mansion or the History Center 20 minutes before the tour.

507-282-9447, olmstedhistory.com/ your-visit/mayowood.html September 1 - December 29, 2018 LIVE DJ, The Loop. Kick off the weekend with the biggest downtown dance party every Friday and Saturday Night at The Loop. Drink specials

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throughout the night. 507-226-8644, rochester.looprestaurants.com September 1 - December 31, 2018 LIVE MUSIC FEATURING LOCAL ARTISTS, Forager Brewery. Live music Monday through Saturday featuring Rochester artists. 507-258-7490, foragerbrewery.com/event-calendar September 1 - 22, 2018 OLD ORDER AMISH COUNTRY TROLLEY TOUR, Rochester Trolley and Tour Company. 507-421-0573, rochestermntours.com September 1 - December 30, 2018 ROCHESTER CITY AND MAYO HISTORICAL TROLLEY TOUR, Rochester Trolley and Tour Company. 507-4210573, rochestermntours.com September 1 - December 31, 2018 ESCAPE CHALLENGE, Unraveled Escape Room. A real life escape challenge for a group of 4 to 10 friends/family members/co-workers. It’s up to you and your team to find clues and solve puzzles in order to escape in time. 507400-0386, unraveledescape.com September 2 - November 4, 2018 FREE FIRST SUNDAY, Minnesota Children’s Museum Rochester. Thanks to the generosity of Bremer Bank, visitors can explore the museum free of charge every first Sunday of each month. 507-218-3100, facebook.com/ events/1805664169454921 September 2, 2018 INTRO TO TROUT FISHING, Whitewater State Park. Rods, reels, and tackle will be provided at this activity designed

to introduce trout fishing to inexperienced anglers, families and youth groups. Meet at the South Picnic Area. 507-312-2300, dnr.state.mn.us/ state_parks/whitewater/group_ center.html September 2 - December 30, 2018 TRIVIA NIGHT, The Tap House. Trivia at The Tap House every Sunday.

Prizes include: free round of drinks to round winners and bar tab to the game winner. 507-258-4017, http:// taphousemn.com September 3 - December 31, 2018 ARCHERY COMBAT, Archery Addiction.

Want a challenge? Visit Rochester’s only Archery Combat facility for 90 minutes of pure adrenaline and fun.

Think dodge ball with bows. Immerse yourself in a fun and epic battle between friends, workmates or people you’ve just met. 507-722-2386, weknow-fun.com September 3 - 7, 2018 ART EXHIBIT, Crossings at Carnegie.

Enjoy a free exhibit of works by artists Lou Lou and Steph Kunze. 507-7327616, crossingsatcarnegie.com/html/ exhibits.html September 3 - December 31, 2018 CARILLON CONCERT, Annenberg Plaza. Enjoy the music of the carillon on Annenberg Plaza (between the Plummer Building and the Mayo Building) and other nearby locations.

Mondays at 7 p.m. and noon on Wednesdays and Fridays. 507-2848294 or 507-269-5193

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September 3 - 24, 2018 OPEN MIC NIGHT, Forager Brewery.

Instrumentalists, singers, magicians, poets - whatever your talent - every Monday night. Held on the outdoor stage; and if it’s chilly or rainy, on the indoor stage. 507-258-7490, foragerbrewery.com/event-calendar September 4 - December 25, 2018 TRIVIA TUESDAY, Grand Rounds Brew Pub. Compete in the Trivia Mafia event. Drink and appetizer specials will keep you satisfied while a live host challenges your team with puzzling questions. 507-292-1628, grandroundsbrewing.com September 6 - December 27, 2018 TEXAS HOLD’EM, VFWPost 1215 | The Mess Hall Bar & Grill. Charitable gambling poker every Thursday night.

507-289-6299, vfw1215.org/di/vfw/v2/ default.asp?pid=42207 September 7 - 30, 2018 SHREK THE MUSICAL, Rochester Civic Theatre Company. Enjoy this Tony Award-winning fairy tale adventure, based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film. 507-2828481, rochestercivictheatre.org

September 7, 2018 SWEET DELTA DAWN, Kathy’s Pub. Jam music featuring Sweet Delta Dawn. kathyspub.info September 8, 2018 NPC MED CITY MUSCLE CLASSIC, Mayo Civic Center. Don’t miss southern Minnesota’s only NPC physique competition. where local amateur athletes compete for overall titles within their divisions. 507-328-2222, teamontrackproductions.com/npcmed-city-muscle-classic September 8 - 9, 2018 QUARRY HILL FALL FESTIVAL, Quarry Hill Nature Center. Celebrate fall with nature games, eco-friendly crafts and candle rolling, and outdoor activities including cave tours, canoeing, rock climbing, and pumpkin decorating.

507-328-3950, qhnc.org September 8 - December 8, 2018 FREE FAMILY DAY, 125 LIVE. Families are invited to create art and participate in family fitness activities like yoga, zumba, and dance parties. An intergenerational afternoon every second Saturday of the month. 507-287-1404, 125livemn.org

WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 9 - SEPTEMBER 15 September 9, 2018 1860’S BASEBALL: ROOSTERS VS. ICE HAWKS, History Center of Olmsted County - Schmitt Field. 507-2829447, olmstedhistory.com/going-on/ calendar.html#9-9

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September 10 - December 10, 2018 BREWERY TOURS, Forager Brewery. Go behind the scenes to see how the beer is made, then sample all eight beers on tap, including a complementary pint. Tours take place on the second Monday of each month. 507-258-7490, foragerbrewery.com/event-calendar

September 12, 2018 FINE SPIRITS CLASSIC, Rochester Art Center. Join Minnesota Monthly at the inaugural Fine Spirits Classic featuring Minnesota’s top mixologists and distillers. Learn cocktail recipes while sampling spirits and gourmet food from all over the world. 612-371-5855, finespiritsclassic.com September 13, 2018 THE WAILIN’ JENNYS, Chatfield Center for the Arts - Potter Auditorium. The Wailin’ Jennys continue to create some of the most exciting music on the folk-roots scene. 507-884-7676, chatfieldarts.org/performances September 13, 2018 SOMETHING LIKE SEDUCTION, Kathy’s Pub. Reggae music by Something Like Seduction. kathyspub.info Sept. 14 - 15, 20 - 22, 27 - 30, 2018 GODSPELL, Rochester Repertory Theatre Company. Composed of musical parables based on the Gospel according to Matthew, Godspell features a comedic troupe of eccentric players who team up with Jesus to teach his lessons in a new age. 507289-1737, rochesterrep.org September 15, 2018 SOLO PIANO RECITAL, Christ United Methodist Church. Enjoy Reed Tetzloff in a performance including Chopin’s famous Sonata in Bb Minor and Scriabin’s one movement Sonata No. 5. This young American pianist has enthralled audiences in the United States, China and Europe. 507-2879765, rochesterchambermusic.org

September 15, 2018 FRED THE BEAR BAND LIVE, Kinney Creek Brewery. Live music featuring Fred the Bear. 507-282-2739, kinneycreekbrewery.com September 15, 2018 MDA MUSCLE WALK OF ROCHESTER, Silver Lake Park. Families are the Muscular Dystrophy Association’s stars and heroes. Muscle Walk is the opportunity to unite around a cause that binds us together and celebrate all the stars in our lives — you, supporters, caregivers, friends and family — who make this journey possible. 952-832-5517, www2.mda. org/site/TR?fr_id=24503&pg=entry September 15, 2018 MOVIES IN THE PARK | SAFE HAVEN, Central Park. Bring your lawn chair or blanket and gather under the string lights in Historic Central Park for this FREE, fun, and family-friendly outdoor event. 507-216-9882, downtownrochestermn.com/events/ movies-in-the-park September 15, 2018 TAKIN’ IT TO THE LIMIT: AN EAGLES TRIBUTE WITH THE FABULOUS ARMADILLOS AND COLLECTIVE UNCONSCIOUS, Chatfield Center for the Arts - Potter Auditorium. The Fabulous Armadillos and Collective Unconscious come together at historic Potter Auditorium to recreate the magical songs of the premier band of California Rock in the 70’s, the Eagles.

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September 15, 2018 LIVE MUSIC AND WINE, Post Town Winery and Studio 5. Laid-back, enjoyable afternoons enjoying wine

tasting, light food, and live music on the third Saturday of every month.

507-251-1946, posttownwinery.com

WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 16 - SEPTEMBER 22 September 22, 2018 TOM HARKNESS & THE JUNK LIVE, Kinney Creek Brewery. Live music by Tom Harkness & The Junk. 507-2822739, kinneycreekbrewery.com September 22 - 23, 2018 WOMEN AND SPIRITUALITY CONFERENCE, Mayo Civic Center.

A multi-faith gathering celebrating

diversity, spiritual experience, and healing. Whether you are interested in social justice as an expression of your faith, contemplative spiritual practice, or exploring different traditions, this conference is for YOU. The weekend events include an opening and closing ceremony, keynote address and 6 workshop selections. 507-884-1375, womenandspirituality.org

WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 23 - SEPTEMBER 30 September 23 - October 28, 2018 PIONEER | OLD TIME MUSIC & BLUEGRASS JAM, Whitewater State Park. Park visitors, along with bluegrass pickers and old time music players of all skill levels are invited to re-create the music of the valley pioneers on the fourth Sunday of each month. 507312-2300, dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/ whitewater/group_center.html September 27, 2018 BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF ROCHESTER CHILI CHALLENGE FUNDRAISER, Peace Plaza Downtown. This event generates community and financial support for Boys & Girls of Rochester. Attendees will sample chili from more than 25 participants, with family activities, live

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music, decorated booths, and a variety of chili and other foods. 507-226-0107, bgcchilichallenge.org September 28, 2018 D’SIEVERS BAND LIVE, Kinney Creek Brewery. Live music featuring D’Sievers. 507-282-2739, kinneycreekbrewery.com September 28, 2018 EDM PARTY, Kathy’s Pub - 2nd Floor Stage. Experience Electronic Dance Music with awesome beats, lights and sights, with DJ inztraMENTALand guest DJs. kathyspub.info September 29 - 30, 2018 NATIONAL ALPACA FARM DAYS: OPEN HOUSE, Pauley Alpaca Company farm.

Experience the joy of raising these wonderful animals: feel the fleece, tour the farm, and shop for unique alpaca gifts in the gift shop. 507-316-1727, pauleyalpacacompany.com

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Mayo Pharmacy Shops at Gonda (Mayo Clinic logo merchandise, coffee, snacks, newspapers, gifts) Mayo Clinic Quiet Room/Patient Communication Center Mayo Patient Travel Services Barbara Woodward Lips Patient Education Ctr. Daube’s (bakery/sandwiches) Subway (sandwiches) Lairs Shoes (orthodics) Bruegger’s Bagels O & B Shoe Hanny’s Menswear Kahler Barber Shop Rhea’s Silk Scarves & More La Ree Boutique Associated Bank Baby Baby The Dove (children’s clothing) Freshens Fresh Food Studio Caribou Coffee Counselor Realty Cinnabon/ Anne’s Pretzels Quizno’s Subs Dairy Queen/ Orange Julius Gallery On First Ave. (original art) James Krom Natural Images (art) The Mayo Store for Compression/ Mastectomy Products James Krom Natural Images (art) Hanny’s St. Croix (Men’s) Style by Hanny’s (Women’s)

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The home of “gently used” brand name clothing, apparel, accessories, shoes and more, for up to 70% less than retail!

We Buy Too!

For your “gently used” brand name clothing and accessories.

3851 Marketplace Drive NW 507-258-4000 Mon-Fri 10-8; Sat: 10-6 Sun: 11-5

www.clothesmentor.com Clothes Mentor Rochester

SHOPPING & ENTERTAINMENT

Time for your eye exam.

Now located in TWO locations Kahler Lobby 507-322-6400 20 2nd Avenue SW Rochester, MN 55902

Dr. Roshani Sellon, Optometrist

Sienna Square 507-206-4567 2711 Commerce Dr. NW, Suite 100 Rochester, MN 55901

Dr. Gary “Ty” Huber, Optometrist

ART GALLERY 320 S. Broadway Rochester, MN

Unique Fine Art, Jewelry, Photography, Pottery and more...

PASSION FOR ART & ARTIST PAINTING – by Pat Dunn-Walker

Open Monday through Saturday, closed Sundays and major holidays.

(507) 281-4920 SEMVA.COM 29

PLACES TO SEE Heritage House Victorian Museum

Featuring furnishings and fashions of the era.

507-286-9208

Central Park – 225 First Ave NW, Rochester MN

Short Term Rehabilitation

YOU CAN CHOOSE.

Peaceful Trail, Outdoor Devotional Areas Votive Candle Chapel Shrine Church / Daily Mass and Confessions 9am-4pm [After Labor Day - May] 9am-6pm [June - Labor Day]

Gift Shop / Café [9am-4pm /9am-5:30pm Summer] www.guadalupeshrine.org / (877) 799-4059

CHOOSE SAMARITAN BETHANY After surgery, injury, stroke or debilitating illness, choose Samaritan Bethany for short term care and rehabilitation. Samaritan Bethany offers a state-of-the-art rehabilitation facility and an expert and dedicated interdisciplinary team from Samaritan Bethany and Rehab Care, Inc. Samaritan Bethany will work with your insurance provider. We are 100% Medicare and Medicaid certified and also have contracts with several Medicare Advantage plans.

24 8th Street NW, Rochester, MN 507-289-4031 www.samaritanbethany.com 29

RESTORING ABILITY • ADVANCED EQUIPMENT SPECIALTY CARE • COMFORT

OVER 30 YEARS OF TRADITION

SERVING THE COMMUNITY

SINCE 1984

5 MILLION SERVED AND COUNTING!

AWARDED BEST BREAKFAST FOR OVER 10 YEARS!

LUNCH

DINNER

DESSERT

ONLINE ORDERING AVAILABLE FREE PARKING | OUTDOOR SEATING FULL SERVICE BAR | LIVE ENTERTAINMENT APPAREL FOR PURCHASE

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK | 7:00A.M. - 10:00P.M.

VISIT CANADIANHONKER.COM FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF MENU ITEMS 507-282-6572 | 1203 2ND STREET SW | ROCHESTER, MN | FREE PARKING ACROSS FROM ST MARYS

Hot food in the heart of downtown Rochester There’s always cold drinks, hot food, and a great game on at Dooley’s!

#1

VOTED BEST PLACE TO WATCH A GAME!

Lunch Monday - Friday 11am - 2pm

#1

VOTED BEST SLIDERS!

Dinner Monday - Friday 2pm - 9pm Weekends 11am - 9pm

Late night menu Every night 9pm - 2am 255 1st Avenue SW • 507-208-4085 • dooleyspubroch.com

whistlebinkiespub.com

Whistle Binkies Largest Beer Selection, Braggable Bloody Mary Bar

By Pat Garry

Whether you want a meal with a lake view, a beer that reminds you of home, or a little taste of Scotland, Whistle Binkies is the place to go. Its north (“olde world pub”) and south (“on the lake”) locations each offer large menu selections, daily food and drink specials, and gawdy lists of beer selections. Owner Randy Lehman oversees the north venue, which is well known for its large beer selection (over 450).

“Rochester has visitors from around the world and when traveling, finding a little piece of home can be comforting, or simply trying something new can be rewarding,” Lehman said.

Whistle Binkies Old World Pub • 3120 Wellner Drive NE • 507.289.9200

Best Bloody, Delicious Dinner There is a Bloody Mary for every taste, but finding the best-tasting one can be an arduous mission. Binkies offers an elaborate version of the popular drink. Fashioned from a recipe including tomato juice, horseradish, Worcestershire and black pepper, the award-winning concoction also contains a secret ingredient from the Caribbean to give it an extra kick.

Several menu items are worth highlighting.

Scotch Eggs: two hard-boiled eggs wrapped in pork sausage, rolled in breadcrumbs and fried to perfection.

Fish & Chips: generous portions of cod, beer battered with Rusty Truck Ale, fried til golden brown, and served with English chips.

Chicken Stir Fry: sautéed chicken, peppers, onions, broccoli, snow peas, mushrooms, carrots, and bean sprouts, all stir-fried with garlic, ginger, Thai chilies and authentic Hoisin sauces and served with steamed Jasmine rice and an egg roll.

Binkies serves ever-changing daily lunch and dinner specials, which can be viewed online.

Sunday brunch is presented from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and includes scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, French toast, waffles, omelets, hash browns, hand-carved meat, select hot entrees, fresh fruit, cinnamon rolls, biscuits and gravy and a variety of homemade desserts.

“Both pubs offer gorgeous, colorful patios for dining, relaxing and enjoying the beautiful weather. Be sure to stop by either location and be ready to have a great time,” said Craig Kangas, manager of the south venue.

Octoberfest September 24–30 Oktoberfest, North Pub. German-themed dinner specials begin at 5 p.m. each night. Musicmeisters Polka Band performs Wednesday, September 26 , 7 p.m.

October 1–7 Oktoberfest, South Pub. German-themed dinner specials begin at 5 p.m. each night. Musicmeisters Polka Band performs Wednesday, October 3 , 7 p.m.

Both pubs feature a different Oktoberfest beer each night during their respective weeks.

They are served in half-liter or liter mugs at a discounted price.

I’ve had the privilege of dining at both Whistle Binkies locations, and I’ve managed to eat maybeone-third of the items on the menu over time. The ambiance, both indoor and out, is comfortable, and the staff is vigilant and knowledgeable. The food is delectable, top-quality and simply fun to eat.

whistle binkies on the lake • 247 Woodlake Drive SE • 507.424.1227

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DINING GUIDE

Monday-Friday: 4pm-9:30pm Saturday & Sunday: Lunch Buffet: 11am-3pm Dinner: 3:30pm-9:30pm

1647 South Broadway Rochester, MN 507-258-7500 • RoyalIndianCuisineMN.com

507.258.7888 • 2665 Commerce Dr. NW, Ste 100 • Rochester, MN 55901 Located by Costco West Circle DR. & 26TH ST NW MON-FRI: 11AM-2:30PM & 4:30PM-9PM • SAT: 12PM-3PM & 4:30PM-9PM

DINING GUIDE

Casual dining with a million dollar view Monday thru Friday open at 5pm Saturday open at 4:30pm Sundays open at 11am serving brunch with eggs and omelettes to order

507-367-4567 www.fishermaninn.com 8 Fisherman Dr. NW, Oronoco Take 52 N to mile 67.5 & turn right on Cty 12. Go 4 miles and turn left at the Fisherman’s Inn arrow sign and follow to the lake.

Gourmet Pizza, Pasta & Live Music Rustic comfort food, craft beers, and rambunctious martinis amid a backdrop of live music every night!

Open Monday through Thursday 5 to 11 Friday and Saturday 5 to 12 Closed Sunday 300 First Avenue NW • Lower Level Rochester, MN 55901 507.281.2978 • redwoodroom.com

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Restaurant & Lounge

A Tradition Since 1854 Owned by the Pappas Family Since 1946 Take a step back in time...

You’ll step back in time when dining at the Hubbell House.

At one time, the Hubbell House was a stagecoach. Today it is an historic, award-winning restaurant and cocktail lounge.

502 N. Main - Mantorville, MN 55955

507-635-2331 hubbellhouserestaurant.com

Breakfast, Lunches, Dinners

“Our Specialty” Real Home Cookin' Silver Lake Shopping Center

...of Rochester

1514 N Broadway Ave, Rochester, MN 55906 • Open M-F 6am-8pm, Sat 6am-3pm • 507.289.0331

Voted Best Indian Restaurant for Last 8 Years

INDIA GARDEN AUTHENTIC INDIAN FOOD

We cater to all occasions • Take-out service available

Lunch Buffet - All you can eat.

Mon-Fri $10.99 • Sat - Sun $11.99 Lunch – Mon-Fri 11am-2:30pm Dinner – Mon-Sat 5-10pm Grand Brunch – Sat & Sun 11am-3pm Dinner – Sunday 5-9:30pm

1107 N. Broadway • Rochester, MN 55906 • Phone: 507-288-6280

DINING GUIDE www.pannekoeken-rochester.com

FRESHLY DELICIOUS!

Enjoy Rochester’s finest and most deliciously hand-crafted cuisine.

Walking distance from the Mayo Clinic, we serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Try a seasonal one-of-a-kind Pannekoeken today!

507-287-0722 6 - 1st Ave. NW (next to the Methodist Hospital)

O sa ka H IB A C H I SUSHI &

R E S TA U R

ANT

2043 Superior Dr. N.W. Rochester, MN 55901 TEL: 507.288.5283 FAX: 507.288.3764

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SUNDAY SUNDAY FUNDAY FUNDAY Football Parties Football Parties

Specials Valid During Noon Sunday Minnesota Games: Specials Valid During Noon Sunday Minnesota Games:

$3 Shot Wheel Minnesota Scores $3When Shot Wheel When Minnesota Scores

$350 Drink Specials $350 Drink Specials

ONLINE ORDERING ONLINE ORDERING & DELIVERY & DELIVERY NOW AVAILABLE! NOW AVAILABLE!

Don’t Miss A Thing With Wall To Wall HDTVs Don’t Miss A Thing With Wall To Wall HDTVs

(507) 226-8601 / WildBillsSportsSaloon.com / 300 17th Ave NW, Rochester (507) 226-8601 / WildBillsSportsSaloon.com / 300 17th Ave NW, Rochester

PappysPlaceRochester.com 1635 Hwy 52 N • Rochester, MN 55901 • 507.258.4550

DINING GUIDE

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3rd Street NW

Charter House

Graham Parking Ramp

3rd Avenue NW

Brentwood Inn and Suites

4th Avenue NW

2nd Street NW

5th Avenue NW

6th Avenue NW

Hope Lodge

Ce P

Rocheste Hospital

Charlton North

1st Street NW Kahler Inn & Suites

Marriott

Charlton Eisenberg One Way

One Way

5th Avenue Inn and Suites

West Center Street Dan Abraham Healthy Living Center

St. John’s Catholic Church

Kahler Grand Hotel

Feith Family Statuary Park

1st Street SW Ozmun West

Gonda

Damon Parking Ramp

Siebens

Ozmun Center

Mayo

Calvary Episcopal Church

Ozmun East

Annenberg Plaza

Plummer

Baldwin

One Way

Harwick

First Presbyterian Church

Mitchell Student Center

Blood Donor Center Street Level

Franklin Heating B Station

Hilton Guggenheim

Connolly

Opus

Medical Sciences

2nd Avenue SW

Patient Parking

4th Avenue SW

5th Avenue SW

6th Avenue SW

Harwick Courtyard

3rd Avenue SW

Travelers Hotel

One Way

Saint Marys Hospital and U.S. 52 (approx. 1 mile)

Stabile

3rd Street NW

Skyway, Subway & Parking Guide Patient Care Buildings Subways Skyway Access

2nd Street NW Senior Citizens Center

Broadway

er Methodist l Buildings

1st Avenue NW

entral Park

ZU

Patient Shuttle City Bus Parking

R

E RIV RO

MB

Patient Care Buildings Subways 1st Street NW ColonialSkyway Access

For more information on parking visit www.rochesterparking.com

Center Street Days Inn Ramp

Peace Garden

Patient Shuttle City Bus Parking

Civic Center North

West Center Street 1st Avenue NE

1st Avenue Lot

The Shops at Wells Fargo University Square Bank

Broadway Residents & Suites

Peace Plaza

US Post Office

Rochester Marriott Hotel

1st Street Ramp

DoubleTree Hotel Rochester

Rosa Parks Pavilion

r US Bank Centerplace

Mayo Civic Center

Civic Center Ramp Public Library

Rochester Art Center

2nd Street SW Massey

Lanmark Center Kersten

Hilton Garden Inn

Minnesota Bio Business Center

U.S. 63

201 Building

Associated Bank Building City Center Hotel

Fontaine Towers 2nd Street Parking Ramp

ZUM

BRO

City Hall

ER RIV BRO

Zumbro Market Lot

ZUM

Broadway

3rd Street City Ramp

1st Avenue SW

3rd Street SW

Government Center Lot

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ROCHESTER TRANS AMTRAK

High quality, safe, on-time rail passenger service.

Train stop is located one hour east of Rochester in Winona. See Van/Shuttle listings for ground transportion.

Amtrak reservations . . 800-USA-RAIL (872-7245) amtrak.com AVIATION

BUS

Privately-owned Rochester City Lines provides comfortable, dependable public transit.

Rochester City Lines . . . . . . . . . . .507-288-4353 rochestercitylines.com Rochester Public Transportation (RPT) provides safe and convenient public transportation with weekday and Saturday fixed routes, and paratransit service for individuals unable to use fixed route buses.

Rochester Public Transit . . .507-328-RIDE (7433)

rochestermn.gov/departments/public-transportation

CAR RENTAL

Rochester International Airport (RST) is currently served by American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines. RST provides daily, nonstop service to major hubs, allowing connections to many world-wide destinations.

American Airlines . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-433-7300 aa.com Delta Airlines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-225-2525 delta.com United Airlines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-864-8331 united.com Signature Flight Support has grown to become the world's largest network of Fixed Base Operations (FBOs). Signature's worldwide network of FBOs delivers essential support services for business and private aviation with exceptional customer service.

Signature Flight Support . . . . . . . .507-282-1717 signatureflight.com/locations/rst

Find the company to best suit your needs, from reservations, to pickup and return, to cost.

Avis - airport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .507-288-5655 Avis - Kahler Grand Hotel . . . . . . .507-288-5222 avis.com. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-352-7900 Budget - airport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .507-252-5055 Budget - Kahler Grand Hotel . . . .507-424-3377 Budget - 10th Ave SW . . . . . . . . .507-289-0408 budget.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-214-6094 Denaro Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .507-288-1156 denaromotors.com Dollar Rent a Car . . . . . . . . . . . . . .866-434-2226 dollar.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-800-5252 Enterprise - airport . . . . . . . . . . . .507-289-3366 Enterprise - 38th St NW . . . . . . . .507-282-9190 enterprise.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 855-266-9565 Hertz - airport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .507-288-2244 Hertz - US Highway 52 . . . . . . . . .507-289-6640 hertz.com. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-654-4173 Kuehn Rentals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .507-536-9800 kuehnrentals.com

SPORTATION GUIDE LUXURY TRANSPORTATION

A variety of vehicles and services for luxury, comfort, and convenience.

Chamberlain Concierge and Lifestyle Management . . . . . . . . .507-208-1051 yourchamberlain.com Corporate Car & Coach . . . . . . . . .507-261-4660 ridewithcorpcar.com Destiny Limousine . . . . . . . . . . . . .507-206-7437 destinylimorochester.com Gold Crown Limousine . . . . . . . .507-285-9528 goldcrownlimo.com Med City Limousines . . . . . . . . . .507-398-6659 medcitylimos.com Rochester Limo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .507-322-3060 rochesterluxurylimo.com RTS Limousine Service . . . . . . . . .507-529-4222 Star Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . .507-281-0969 limostar.com

TAXI CAB

Service door to door, or to and from the airport.

Med-City Taxi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .507-282-8294 medcitytaxi.com Rochester Taxi, Inc. . . . . . . . 507-424-TAXI (8294) RST Taxi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .507-316-0955 rsttaxiservice.com Yellow Cab of Rochester . . . . . . . .507-282-2222 An alternative to traditional taxi service, hire a private driver using any smartphone device.

Uber . . . . . . . . . .uber.com/cities/rochester-mn Lyft . . . . . . .lyft.com/rider/cities/rochester-mn TROLLEY

WHEELCHAIR-ACCESSIBLE TRANSPORT Public and private sightseeing tours/charters.

Rochester Trolley & Tour Co . . . . .507-421-0573 rochestermntours.com VAN/SHUTTLE Local destinations including home or hotel.

GO Airport Shuttle . . . . . . . . . . . .844-787-1670 Non-emergency medical transport (ambulatory, wheelchair, stretcher, bariatric) for those with disabilities, special needs, or medical conditions.

ADO Transportation Inc. . . . . . . . .507-322-6130 Handi Van . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .507-281-3600 handivanrides.com R & S Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .507-289-5080 rstransportinc.com Remjoy Transportation/Med Supply . .507-206-6650

goairportshuttle.com/rochester_rst_airport_shuttle

Rochester Shuttle Service . . . . . . .507-216-6354 rochestershuttleservice.com Groome Transportation . . . . . . . .507-280-9270 groometransportation.com/rochester Star Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . .507-281-0969 limostar.com/listings/executive-sprinter-shuttle Destiny Limousine . . . . . . . . . . . . .507-206-7437 45 destinylimorochester.com

LODGING

Comfort, Convenience & Commitment • Free Continental Breakfast • Free Clinic/Hospital Transportation • Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel • CONVENIENT SUBWAY ACCESS TO DOWNTOWN

123 Fourth Ave. NW, Rochester, MN 507-288-8011 • 1-800-658-7045 brentwoodinn.com

ASPEN SUITES 1211 2nd St SW, 877-335-6752

aspensuitesrochester.com BEST PRICE INN

1817 S Broadway, 507-289-2376

bestpriceinmn.com

BRENTWOOD INN & SUITES 123 4th Ave NW, 800-658-7045

brentwoodinn.com

18

X

$ M-F

92 X

X

$$ M-F

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Fitness center

X $$- M-F X $$$

X

X

X

Pet friendly

82 X

On-site restaurant

$$ M-F

Hot tub

X

Pool

52

Shuttle

$$ M-F X

Price range

X

Free parking

aspenselectrochester.com

72 X

Walk to shop/dine

ASPEN SELECT 1215 2nd St SW, 507-288-2671

$ M-F

Free wifi

wyndhamhotels.com

X

Laundry

AMERICINN ROCH. AIRPORT 7320 Airport View Dr SW, 507-536-7000

42 X

Free cont bkfst

1013 2nd St SW, 507-424-1170

rgilodging.com

Kitchenette

2ND STREET INN & SUITES

Suites

Up to $100 . . . . . . . . . $ $101-200 . . . . . . . . . $$ $201-400 . . . . . . . . $$$ $401-1000 . . . . . . $$$$ $1000 & up . . . . $$$$$

Number of rooms

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Choice Hotels EconoLodge

2016 Hotel of the Year • 100% Smoke & Pet FREE Hotel • FREE Shuttle to Mayo Clinic (Business Hours) • FREE Hot Breakfast • FREE High Speed Wireless Internet • FREE local & long-distance calling in US • New Elevator • New Fitness Room • Next To Perkins 24/7 • Refrigerator & Microwave In Every Room EconoLodge - 1850 S. Broadway, Rochester

507-282-9905 1-800-553-2666 www.choicehotels.com/hotel/mn045

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LODGING

LODGING

Pet friendly

Fitness center

Free wifi

Walk to shop/dine

Free parking

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

$$ M-F X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

$$ M-F X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

$ M-F X

X

X

$$ M-F X

X

X

X

X

$$ M-F X

84 X

X

X

COUNTRY INN/SUITES BY RADISSON 77 Woodlake Dr SE, 507-287-6758 104 X

COMFORT INN & SUITES WEST-MED 2005 Commerce Dr NW, 507-281-6850 77

choicehotels.com

COMFORT SUITES ROCHESTER 4141 Maine Ave SE, 507-424-2720

choicehotels.com

COUNTRY INN/SUITES BY RADISSON 4323 Highway 52 N, 507-285-3335 60

countryinns.com

countryinns.com COURTYARD

161 13th Ave SW, 507-536-0040

marriott.com

117 X

Pool

X

soldiersfield.com

214 X

Shuttle

7 X $$ DAYS

CENTERSTONE PLAZA HOTEL 401 6th St SW, 877-887-7776

Suites

Hot tub

Price range

Laundry

X

Free cont bkfst

X

On-site restaurant

X

X

Kitchenette

Up to $100 . . . . . . . . . $ $101-200 . . . . . . . . . $$ $201-400 . . . . . . . . $$$ $401-1000 . . . . . . $$$$ $1000 & up . . . . $$$$$

Number of rooms

X

Free Continental Breakfast Free Shuttle to Mayo Clinic and Saint Marys Hospital Free Wi-Fi Newly Remodeled Pool and Whirlpool area Extended Stay Rates Available Connected to Famous Dave’s BBQ Fitness Room and Business Center Microwaves and Refrigerators in all rooms 100% Smoke Free

CONNECTED TO FAMOUS DAVE’S LEGENDARY PIT BAR-B-QUE

435 16th Ave. NW - Rochester, MN 55901 Guesthouseintl.com • (507) 288-9090 • 877-374-9090

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LODGING

LODGING

Spacious accommodations.

Friendly service.

Amenities include: • Free WiFi • Free hot breakfast • Free parking • Indoor heated pool and hot tub • Fitness center

100% Smoke Free Hotel

507-424-2720

Guest rooms feature: • Microwave and refrigerator • USB ports • Coffee maker • Work desk • Flat-panel TV

Special rates for patients and their families attending the Mayo Clinic

4141 Maine Ave SE • Rochester, MN 55904 • www.comfortsuites.com/hotel/MN106

Fitness center

X

X

62

X

$- M-F $$

X

X

98 X

X

$ M-F

X

X

95

X

$ M-F

X

91 X

X

$$ M-F X

FAIRFIELD INN 470 17th Ave NW, 507-258-7300

marriott.com/hotels

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

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extendedstayamerica.com

X

EXTENDED STAY AMERICA 2814 43rd St NW, 507-289-7444

X

extendedstayamerica.com

X

X

EXTENDED STAY AMERICA 55 Woodlake Dr SE, 507-536-7444

choicehotels.com

X

ECONOLODGE-ROCHESTER 1850 Broadway Ave S, 507-282-9905

wyndhamhotels.com/days-inn

Hot tub

$$$

Pool

X

DAYS INN DOWNTOWN 6 1st Ave NW #1, 507-282-3801

Shuttle

71 X

days-inn-suites-rochester-south

Price range

$- M-F $$

Free parking

Pet friendly

X

X

DAYS INN

Walk to shop/dine

Laundry

X

3595 Commercial Dr SW, 507-206-4675 120 X

Free wifi

Free cont bkfst

On-site restaurant

X

Kitchenette

X

Suites

Up to $100 . . . . . . . . . $ $101-200 . . . . . . . . . $$ $201-400 . . . . . . . . $$$ $401-1000 . . . . . . $$$$ $1000 & up . . . . $$$$$

Number of rooms

PRICE RANGE KEY

LODGING

NOW OPEN!

LODGING

M ake I t Y our P lac e . ® 2350 Commerce Drive NW, Rochester, MN 55901 507-280-9000 | www.staybridgesuites.com/rochestermn FULLY EQUIPPED KITCHENS • INDOOR POOL & HOT TUB 24 BUSINESS CENTER • 24 HOUR FITNESS CENTER

hamptoninn3.hilton.com

HAMPTON INN-ROCHESTER 1755 Broadway Ave S, 507-287-9050

hamptoninn3.hilton.com

HILTON GARDEN INN-ROCHESTER 225 Broadway Ave S, 507-285-1234

hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS 155 16th Ave SW, 507-226-8700

ihg.com/holidayinnexpress

Fitness center

Pet friendly

Laundry

On-site restaurant

Free parking

HAMPTON INN-ROCHESTER 2870 59th St NW, 507-289-6100

X

Walk to shop/dine

redlion.com/rochester

X

Free wifi

GUEST HOUSE INTERNATIONAL 435 16th Ave NW, 507-282-3801

Free cont bkfst

rgilodging.com

X

X

X

X

X

118 X

X

$ M-F X

X

103 X

X

$$ M-F X

X

X

X

X

X

104 X

X

$$ M-F X

X

X

X

X

X

142 X

7 X X $$- DAYS $$$

X

X

X

X

85 X

X

X

$$

X

Hot tub

$- M-F $$

Pool

X

Shuttle

62 X

Price range

Kitchenette

FIFTH AVE INN & SUITES 20 5th Ave NW, 507-289-3987

Suites

Up to $100 . . . . . . . . . $ $101-200 . . . . . . . . . $$ $201-400 . . . . . . . . $$$ $401-1000 . . . . . . $$$$ $1000 & up . . . . $$$$$

Number of rooms

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

100% HAMPTON GUARANTEE!

• Door to door shuttle service with exclusive hotel shuttle • Hot, complimentary breakfast • Free Wifi • Free parking • Ranked highly on TripAdvisor • Earn Hilton Honors Points • All backed up by the Hampton 100% Satisfaction Guarantee

2870 59th Street NW 507-289-6100

rochesternorthsuites.hamptoninn.com

1-800-HAMPTON

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LODGING

LODGING

5 Full-Service Hotels

MARRIOTT-ROCHESTER MAYO CLINIC 101 1st Ave SW #S8, 507-280-6000

marriott.com

MICROTEL INN 4210 Highway 52 N, 507-286-8780

wyndhamhotels.com MICROTEL INN

4165 Maine Ave SE, 507-289-4900

wyndhamhotels.com QUALITY INN

1620 1st Ave SE, 507-282-8091

choicehotels.com

RED CARPET INN 2214 Broadway Ave S, 507-282-7448

rochester.redcarpetinnhotels.com RESIDENCE INN ROCHESTER MAYO 441 W Center St, 507-292-1400

marriott.com

ROCHESTER INN 1837 Broadway Ave S, 507-288-2031

booking.com

149 X

X

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KAHLER INN & SUITES 9 3rd Ave NW #B, 507-285-9200

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HOME 2 SUITES ROCHESTER MAYO 831 16th St SW, 507-361-4200

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2nd Street Inn & Suites

1013 2nd Street SW, Rochester, MN 55902

(507) 424-1170

5th Avenue Inn & Suites

20 Fifth Avenue NW, Rochester, MN 55901 (507) 289-3987 Hotels Have Mayo Clinic Rates Complimentary Continental Breakfast Smoke-Free • Rooms Have Microwave & Refridgerator • Free Wi-Fi Free Clinic Shuttle • Free Parking www.rgilodging.com

• Neighborhood-style living featuring comfortable, upscale suites • 2 pools with slides and a spa • Coin laundry, business center, free internet • Free Mayo Clinic/ downtown shuttle, full kitchens and hot breakfast to help you save on expenses!

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MAGICAL

SILVER LAKE When Rochester was named one of the best places to live by Money Magazine in the 90s, apparently humans weren’t the only ones listening. Rochester is home to one of the largest geese populations in North America.

While many visitors and residents are still discovering the outstanding liveability of Rochester, these giant Canada Geese have known about it for quite some time.

In the early 1900s, hunting and a loss of habitat virtually eliminated the Canada Goose population. Until 1950, the species was believed to be extinct. In 1962, a small flock was found enjoying Minnesota winters at beautiful Silver Lake Park.

These geese, donated by a Mayo Clinic patient, lured some of the few

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Improved game laws and habitat restoration have brought the species back to life. Evidently, word travels fast through the goose grapevine. Today, Rochester’s goose population numbers 30,000 to 35,000 during the peak of fall migration. Many decide to settle in for the winter after discovering

Host to Rochester’s Annual Visitors part of the Rochester community and they have been featured in many publications. Gary Blum, a Rochester resident, has earned international recognition for his “goose poop artwork.”

While these year-round residents are generally well-respected neighbors, there are unique challenges to hosting thousands of feathered friends.

Due to concerns of overpopulation, the Silver Lake Buffer Project is installing 30 -foot -wide vegetative buffers of native grasses and plants in an attempt to clean up the water.

Once the five-year projectis complete, the buffers will act as filters to reduce the amount of pollution that reaches the lake.

Residents and visitors will continue to enjoy Silver Lake during the installation. The lake is not only a sanctuary for Canada Geese, but also offers trails for biking and walking, fishing piers, paddle boats, and canoes. that the ice-free water remains open and warm, thanks to the local Silver Lake Power Plant.

The Branta canadensis maxima (translation: Giant Canada Geese) are big. With a wingspan of up to 6 feet and weight of up to 14 pounds, the geese are a sight to behold. The males and females have different “honks” and the females are typically lighter in color.

Visiting and feeding the geese at Silver Lake has become a beloved tradition for many residents and visitors. The special flock has become an integral

Though visitors will be discouraged from feeding the geese in the future they remain one of Rochester’s prized attractions. The magnificent creatures add a touch of magic to an evening walk around the lake. As Rochester continues to be well-known to many national and international visitors for Mayo Clinic, IBM, and a host of hightech businesses, the geese at Silver Lake will continue to set the scene off the beaten path.

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Rochester is a unique city with a welcoming Midwest flavor, a small-town feel and an evergrowing sophistication.

Nestled in the Zumbro River Valley, Rochester was discovered in 1854 by a government surveying party from Winona. Population at the time was 1,500 (30 times the original 50 settlers after an advertising campaign succeeded in extolling the land’s virtues).

Rochester has been expanding and developing ever since, boasting a world-class medical center, expanding job market, cutting edge technology, excellent schools and a livable, safe environment.

Money Magazine frequently votes Rochester “Best Place to Live in the U.S.” Since the first votes in the 1990’s, the city has grown 33 percent from a population of 86,000 to 114,011 plus (2016 U.S Census Bureau). The city is also considered a “Best Small City For Working Women.” Unemployment is low and salaries are higher than average, with women making 90 percent of men’s salaries.

RECESSION RESISTANT

As things change, some things stay the same, and it’s all good for Rochester. In 1961, Sales Management magazine listed Rochester as one of its “markets on the move,” pointing out

that the city was moving forward while much of the country was in a recession.

Urban and economic theorist Richard Florida recently ranked Rochester among the top 20 metros with projected job growth in “creative class” jobs—health care, science, technology, law, education, the arts and media—through 2020 (The Atlantic).

Rochester’s quality of life and prosperous business climate make it a desirable place to live and work. Cost of living is 7 percent lower than the U.S. average. Its commute is the shortest—average 14 minutes—of the nation’s 300 largest cities.

There’s an excellent park system for walking, biking and outdoor family activities. “Historic Bluff Country” to the south, the Mississippi River to the east, rolling farmlands to the west, and the Twin Cities to the north border Rochester and neighboring communities.

MAYO CLINIC, IBM

A devastating tornado struck Rochester in 1883. William Worrall Mayo, the country doctor, sought help from the Sisters of St. Francis to care for over 100 injured patients.

When the crisis passed, Mother Alfred Moes offered to raise money to build a hospital if Dr. Mayo and his sons, Will and Charlie, would serve as surgeons.

Today, Mayo Clinic is the largest not-forprofit medical center in the world. The Clinic employs nearly 34,600 people at its

By Katherine Shine

City on the Move Rochester campus. Approximately 2,400 are physicians and scientists.

The opening of Mayo’s Gonda Building in 2001 created the largest interconnected medical facility in the world. Opened in 2015, a $188 million, 100,000-square-foot proton beam therapy center offers innovative cancer treatments.

IBM, like Mayo Clinic, is an “anchor” company in Rochester. “Big Blue” broke ground in 1956. Employees number around 2,790 (2013), two times more than the number of employees in the 1950s. The main campus has grown to 3.1 million square feet, more than half the size of the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia.

Other major employers include Charter Communications, City of Rochester, Federal Medical Center, Kahler Hotels, McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Olmsted County, Olmsted Medical Center, and Seneca Foods.

INNOVATION, GROWTH, INVESTMENT

Destination Medical Center (DMC) is the biggest and boldest expansion plan in Rochester’s 164-year history. With the world-renowned Mayo Clinic in the city’s backyard, DMC is a $5.6 billion economic development initia-

tive promoting Rochester as a premier global destination for health and wellness over the next 20 years.

Three million people a year visit Rochester, primarily for Mayo Clinic. The goal of DMC is to double the number of visitors to 6 to 7 million.

Downtown development has been a topic of conversation since the famous Chateau Theater opened its doors in 1927. DMC plans include additional downtown Mayo facilities, office space, biotech and pharmaceutical firms. Housing, restaurants, hotels, and retail establishments will be needed to accommodate visitors and the employees required to fill over 30,000 new jobs.

DMC, according to plan, will have a positive affect not only Rochester, but also Olmsted County and the state of Minnesota. In addition to the $585 million in state money, Mayo Clinic, private investors and the City of Rochester will invest nearly $6 billion.

With changes on its horizon, Rochester must continue fine-tuning its goals to meet the inevitable challenges ahead: aging and retiring Baby Boomers, diversity, affordable housing for students and job seekers, transportation, crime and population increases.

If history is an indicator, Rochester’s growth will continue on a positive, upward trend.

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WORSHIP APOSTOLIC

Praise Tabernacle

306 21St SW, 507-884-6427 ASSEMBLIES OF GOD

Rochester Assembly of God Church 4240 18th Ave NW, 507- 288-0868 rochesterassembly.com

Destiny Church

3240 40th Ave NW, 507-281-3536 destinyrochester.com BAHA’I

The Baha’i Faith

507-285-9358 bahairochmn.org BAPTIST

Autumn Ridge Church

3611 Salem Rd SW, 507-288-8880 autumnridgechurch.org

Baptist Hospitality House

2825 18th Ave NW, 507-536-4194 baptisthospitalityhouse.org

Calvary Baptist Church

5905 Silas Dent Rd NW, 507-289-6750 cbcroch.org

Oasis Church (General Conference) 1815 38th St. NW, 507-289-8596 oasisrochester.org

Emmanuel Baptist Church (EBC) 2911 18th Ave NW, 507-289-7244 ebcrochester.org

Midwest Bible Baptist Church (Independent) 5930 Bandel Rd NW, 507-259-4106 midwestbiblebaptist.org

New Testament Baptist Church 2119 3rd Ave. SE, 507-292-0745 ntbt.org

Rochester Baptist Church (Independent) 420 11th Ave NE, 507-287-9771 rochestermnbaptistchurch.org

Holy Spirit Parish

5455 50th Ave NW, 507-280-0638 holyspiritrochester.org

Our Lady of The Rosary

(Traditional Roman Catholic) 5802 Viola Rd NE, 507-282-4498 olr-chapel.org

Pax Christi Church

4135 18th Ave NW, 507-282-8542 paxchristichurch.org

St. Bridget’s Catholic Church

2123 County 16 Rd SE, 507-282-9139

St. Francis Catholic Church of Assisi 1114 3rd St. SE, 507-288-7313 stfrancis-church.org

St. John’s Catholic Church

11 4th Ave SW, 507-288-7372 sj.org

St. Pius X Catholic Church

1315 12th Ave NW, 507-288-8238 piusx.org CHARISMATIC

Harvest Church

3342 19th St NW, 507-316-5207 hcrochester.com

Lighthouse Family Church

1225 Elton Hills Dr. NW, 507-288-2591 lighthousefamilychurch.org CHRISTIAN

Hope Summit Christian Church 1315 6th Ave SE, 507-288-3293 hopesummitchurch.com

Living Stone Church (Reformed)

1700 Broadway Ave N, 507-282-7008

Christian Science Society

1723 1st St NW, 507-282-0586 CHURCH OF CHRIST

Marion Church of Christ

Rochester Community Baptist Church

5296 65th Ave SE 507-288-1063 marionchurch.com

Victory Baptist Church

25 16th St NE, 507-252-0452

1048 6th Ave. SE, 507-288-8706 606 36th Ave SE, 507-289-2966 vbcmn.com BUDDHIST

Buddhist Support Society Inc.

4462 29th St. SE, 507-281-4808 SGI-USA Nichiren Buddhist Society 2427 19St NW, 507-286-4931 CATHOLIC

Church of The Resurrection

1600 11th Ave SE, 507-288-5528 rescathroch.org

Oak Tree Church

Rochester Church of Christ

632 2nd St. SW, 507-289-5036 rochesrcoc.org CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST

Word of Life Church of God in Christ

400 13th Ave SE, 507-281-6379 wordofliferochester.com JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 2300 Viola Heights Dr NE, 507-281-6634

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 1002 16th St. SE, 507-282-2382

WORSHIP EASTERN ORTHODOX

Saints Kosma’s and Damiano’s Orthodox Church

703 W Center St, 507-282-1529 rochesterOrthodoxChurch.org EPISCOPAL

Calvary Episcopal Church

111 3rd Ave SW, 507-282-9429 calvary-rochester.org

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church

1884 22nd St. NW, 507-288-2469 stlukesepiscopal.orgEVANGELICAL

Calvary Chapel

814 11th Ave NE, 507-287-0023 calvarychapelrochester.org

Christ Community Church

4400 55th St. NW, 507-282-5569 cccrochester.org EVANGELICAL COVENANT

Rochester Covenant Church

4950 31st Ave NW, 507-289-2990 rochcov.org

Salem Road Covenant Church

3401 Salem Rd SW, 507-288-9601 salemroadcov.com EVANGELICAL FREE

Calvary Evangelical Free Church 5500 25th Ave NW, 507-282-4612 calvaryefc.org

Cornerstone E Free Church

2810 40th Ave SE, 507-289-6532 cornerstoneefc.com

Crosswinds Church

2622 Highway 52N, 507-289-7937 crosswindschurch.com

The Gathering Church

125 Elton Hills Dr, 507-271-9476 thegatheringchurchofrochester.org FOURSQUARE GOSPEL

Word of Grace Foursquare Church

937 7th Ave NE, 507-281-4720 wog4sqr.org HINDU

Hindu Samaj Temple & Cultural Ctr

911 11th Ave NW, 507-281-1590 histemplemn.org ISLAMIC

Masjid Abu Bakr Al-Siddiq

17 N. Broadway N, 507-258-5500 rochestermosque.org JEWISH

B’Nai Israel Synagogue

150 7th Ave SW, 507-288-5825 naiisraelsynagogue.org

Rochester Catholic Churches

Welcome You Church of St. Pius X

Mass: Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat 8:00 am

Sat. 4:00 pm, Sun 8:00 & 10:00 am 1315 12th Ave NW, Rochester 288-8238 • piusx.org

Church of the Resurrection Mass: Sat 8:00 pm

Sun 8:30, 10:00, 11:30 am, Mon-Fri 8:30 am

1600 11th Ave SE, Rochester

288-5528 • resurrection-catholic.org

Holy Spirit Catholic Church Mass: Sat 4:30 pm

Sun 8:15 and 10:00 am

5455 50th Ave NW, Rochester

280-0638 • holyspiritrochester.org

Pax Christi Catholic Church Mass: Sat 5:15 pm, Sun 7:30, 9:00, 10:45 am

Mon, Tues, Thurs and Fri 9:00 am Wed 7:00 am

4135 18th Ave NW, Rochester

282-8542 • paxchristichurch.org

St. Francis of Assisi

Mass: Mon-Sat 7:00 am , Sat 4:30 pm Sun 8:00, 10:00 am

En Español: Jueves 7:00pm Domingos 12:00 noon

1114 3rd St SE, Rochester

288-7313 • StFrancis-Church.org

St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church Mass: Sat 4:30 pm

Sun 9:30, 11:15 am, and 5:00pm Mon-Fri 12:10 pm

11 4th Ave SW, Rochester 288-7372 • sj.org

All churches are handicapped accessible

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WORSHIP Chabad-Lubavitch of Rochester 730 2nd Street SW, 507-288-7500 chabadrochestermn.com

Religious Services Mayo Clinic Hospitals Saint Marys Hospital Chapel Catholic Mass Monday - Saturday........................... 4:30 p.m.

Sunday ...............................................8:30 a.m.

Interdenominational Worship Sunday ..............................................10:45 a.m.

Rochester Methodist Hospital Chapel Catholic Mass Sunday - Friday ................................ 3:30 p.m.

Interdenominational Worship Sunday ................................................9:30 a.m.

LUTHERAN MISSOURI SYNOD

Christ Lutheran Church

2904 20th St SE, 507-289-0271 christrochester.org

Family of Christ Lutheran Church 5525 56th St. NW, 507-424-2902 foclutheran.org

Grace Lutheran Church

800 E Silver Lake Dr NE, 507-289-7833 gracebythelake.org

Holy Cross Lutheran Church

2703 9th Ave NW, 507-289-1354 holycross-church.org

Redeemer Lutheran Church

869 7th Ave SE, 507-289-5147 redeemer-rochester.com

Trinity Lutheran Church

222 6th Ave SW, 507-289-1531 trinitylutheranchurch.org LUTHERAN-NORTH AMERICAN LUTHERAN

Emmanuel Lutheran Church of Rochester

LUTHERAN BRETHREN

Gethsemane Lutheran Church

2204 22nd St NW, 507-282-1121 glrst.org LUTHERAN ELCA

Bethel Lutheran Church

810 3rd Ave SE, 507-288-6430 bethellutheran.org

Gloria Dei Lutheran Church

1212 12th Ave NW, 507-289-1841 gloriadei.com

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 559 20th St. SW, 507-289-1748 goodshepherdchurch.net

Hosanna Lutheran Church

2815 57th St. NW, 507-285-0092 hosannalutheran.org

Mount Olive Lutheran Church

2830 18th Ave NW, 507-288-1580 molive.org

Our Savior’s Lutheran Church

2124 Viola Rd NE, 507-289-3021 rochesteroslc.org

People of Hope Lutheran Church

3703 Country Club Rd SW, 507-280-9766 peopleofhope.com

Southeastern Minnesota Synod

1001 14th St NW Suite 300, 507-280-9457 semnsynod.org

Zumbro Lutheran Church

624 3rd Ave SW, 507-288-2649 zumbrolutheran.org

Oasis Church, 1815 38th St NW, 507-206-3048 emmanuelofrochester.org LUTHERAN WISCONSIN EVANGELICAL SYNOD

Ascension Evangelical Lutheran Church 2207 11th Ave SE, 507-288-2781 ascensionrochester.org

Christ Our Rock Lutheran Church & Preschool

3040 Stonehedge Dr. NE, 507-252-5088 christourrock.org

Resurrection Evangelical Lutheran Church

4520 19th Ave NW, 507-282-8280 rlrochester.com MENNONITE

Rochester Mennonite Church

836 41st St NW, 507-281-3405 rochestermennonite.org METHODIST UNITED

Bethany Church

1835 19th Ave NW, 507-289-0311

Christ United Methodist Church 400 5th Ave SW, 507-289-4019 cumethodist.com

Evangel United Methodist

2645 N Broadway, 507-289-4817

Homestead United Methodist

400 13th Ave SE, Suite 603, 507-288-8911 homesteadumc.org NAZARENE

Church of the Nazarene

3343 E Cir Dr NE, 507-289-7503 rochnaz.org

WORSHIP NON-DENOMINATION

Christ’s Church of the Jesus Hour 2311 Hwy 52 NW, 507-288-2563

Harvest Bible Chapel

493 37th St NE, 507-226-8500 harvestrochester.org ORTHODOX – GREEK

Saints Anargyroi Greek Orthodox Church

703 W Center St, 507-282-1529 rochesterorthodoxchurch.org PENTECOSTAL

Rochester Pentecostal Church

3657 Sheffield Ln SE, 507-288-4342 pentecostals.org PRESBYTERIAN

Community Presbyterian Church 3705 Fairway Pl NW, 507-280-9291 cpcroch.org

First Presbyterian Church

512 3rd St SW, 507-282-1618 fpcrochester.org

Trinity Presbyterian Church (PCA)

2577 Schaeffer Lane NE, 507-282-6377 trinityrochester.org REFORMED

Church of the Savior RCA

Apostolic Teaching for Transformation SERVICE TIMES: SUNDAY Destiny School 10:00am Celebration Service 10:30am TUESDAY Prayers of Intercession 6:00pm Prophetic Teaching 7:00pm 1ST & 3RD FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Prayer Vigil 11:00pm

3310 East River Road NE, Rochester, MN 55906

(507) 252-8167 www.windandfire.net

971 16th St SE, 507-289-7491 churchofthesavior.org

Greenleafton Reformed Church

15502 County 9, Preston, MN, 507 937-3130 greenleaftonrc.org SALVATION ARMY

Salvation Army

20-21 1st Ave NE, 507-288-3663 salvationarmynorth.org/community/rochester SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST

Seventh-Day Adventist

1100 37th St. NW, 507-289-2589 rochestersdachurch.org UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST

First Unitarian Universalist Church

1727 Walden Ln SW, 507-282-5209 uurochmn.org UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

Congregational Church UCC

974 Skyline Drive SW, 507-289-4581 congoroch.org

Peace United Church of Christ

1503 2nd Ave NE, 507-282-6117 peacechurchucc.org WESLEYAN

Oak Hills Wesleyan Church

410 28th St SW, 507-288-6053 discoveroakhills.com

Trinity Lutheran Church Worship Times Sunday – 8:00 & 10:30AM (Labor Day – Memorial Day)

(8:00 & 9:30AM in summer) Wednesday - 6:30PM Saturday – 5:30PM LCMS Mayo Chaplain

507-722-0407 222 Sixth Ave. SW, Rochester

www.trinitylutheranchurch.org

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OXBOW PARK, ZOLLMAN ZOO

Spend a day or night in the natural world - By Pat Garry If you love animals, have children, or just enjoy the great outdoors, then there’s really no excuse to not visit Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo. The zoo is anchored in the middle of the 600-acre park, and it showcases circa 40 different Minnesota-native species, including all animal classes: fish, reptiles, amphibians, birds and mammals.

Hiking, camping, picnics and a zoo Oxbow Park/Zollman Zoo is located on the south branch of the Zumbro River, three miles north of Byron. That creates a perfect landscape for viewing wildlife in the park at four picnic areas and along eight miles of hiking trails that wind through the woods and prairies.

about the natural world.

“The park is fortunate to have the non-profit organization, Friends of Oxbow, to raise funds that allow the park and zoo to expand and enable us to build bigger, better zoo habitats,” said Clarissa Schrooten, naturalist.

The park also features a campground, a youth-group campground, and the Path of Imagination—a two-acre natural playscape.

Park staff schedules weekend educational programs for the public to drop in and learn

www.co.olmsted.mn.us/pw/parks/oxbowpark

Otters and Bears and Raptors, oh my!

At the popular otter exhibit, visitors can watch them slide down the waterfall in to the pool.

Of course, the animals are the main stars at the zoo. Home to more than 70 animal residents, the spacious complex has something for everyone to enjoy.

The otter exhibit is a huge attraction. Observers watch in earnest to see the otters show off their graceful maneuvers as they swim in a close-up, viewable pool.

Folks can watch the otters slide down the waterfall and into the pond just below.

The large animals are also a big deal. “Everyone enjoys watching the black bear behave naturally, while she forages around her exhibit at feeding time, scouring the exhibit for hidden fruits and vegetables,” said Schrooten.

The birds of prey exhibit offers eight species of raptors, all native to Minnesota, including the nation’s symbol—the bald eagle.

The timber wolves steal the attention when they start howling, and the bison, deer and elk can also be viewed outside of regular zoo hours.

Plan a visit Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo offer almost any outdoor enthusiast a chance to pursue his or her favorite activity: hiking, camping, fishing and picnics. One of the picnic areas also has playground equipment, and a ball field for public use. Oxbow campgrounds have campsites available, with running water, restrooms and showers.

“It’s very exciting to see people of all ages who are anxious to learn, and it is reassuring to hear their comments on how all of us can improve our behaviors to protect our environment and its entire living species,” Schrooten said.

Bison, deer and elk can be viewed outside of regular zoo hours.

Come and be part of the nearly 50,000 visitors who visit the grounds annually. It’s your unique opportunity to pack a lunch, soak-up the sunrays, and talk to the animals, all in a beautiful, rural setting.

5731 County Rd 105 NW, Byron

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THE SOLDIERS FIELD VETERANS MEMORIAL

Colin L. Powell visited the Memorial on May 16, 2006 with Wayne Stillman and Harry Kerr.

Many people and contractors in the Cannons from the construction trade, Gulf War and World AN IMPRESSIVE $4-$5 plus many others, donated their War I are on display. Primary MILLION MEMORIAL time, talent and materials to funding came from the sale make this Memorial one of the of pavers, purchased by or for THAT WAS BUILT finest in the country. It was built veterans, that form the walkway TO HONOR THOSE without the use of tax dollars, surrounding the Memorial. The WHO GAVE ALL AND and all committee members 8”x20” feature that contain the DEDICATED TO ALL are unpaid volunteers. An name of a veteran, when they WHO SERVED interest bearing perpetual fund served, and the branch they of $500,000 was established to served in. maintain the Memorial.

A focal point of the Memorial War to the Gulf War. Located five blocks south of Educational markers that show is a granite wall 12’ high by fifty the Mayo Clinic, at 300 7th St. the history and proper etiquette one feet long that contains the S.W., it consists of four circular names of over 2,300 people, of the American flag stand granite walls, a 12’ x 51’ main inside of the memorial. Statues from S.E. Minnesota, who died wall, 50 trees, 4,920 pavers, 36 of a mother and child, and a as a result of injuries granite benches, the U.S. flag, sustained in service to nurse and a medic treating a the Minnesota flag, six Armed our country from the Civil wounded soldier stand near Forces flags and the POW/MIA the Wall of Remembrance. The War to the present. flag. logos of the Military Academies The outside walls feature are engraved on the rear of the Soldiersfieldmemorial.org battle graphics from the Civil Wall as well. There is a small Contact: Wayne Stillman War to the Gulf War, and the complex featuring a statue of 507-289-8981, wstillman@coloradofinance.com inside walls are engraved with a WW-II soldier at the corner stories of important military of 6th St. and 2nd Ave S.W., the events from the Revolutionary entrance to the Memorial.

"Open-ended play" is the mantra at LARK Toys. Owned by Miranda and Scott Gray-Burlingame and Kathy and Ron Gray, this toy store was voted the best in Minnesota and one of the top 10 toy stores in the world. It offers toys that stimulate imaginations and leave room for kids to create from their minds and hearts.

Those toys include wooden pull and push toys (made in the LARK workshop), basic wooden blocks, LEGOS, puppets, cooperative board games, and timeless jigsaw puzzles. Too, LARK features active toys such as kites, balls, Ninja lines, and unique reading selections in the large bookstore.

Teens and adults can also enjoy the Curiosity Shoppe, filled with "grown-up" merchandise, including retro, enamel pop culture pins, phone accessories, greeting cards, three lines of clothing, artistic purses, weather vanes and more.

The good folks at LARK make their own fudge in-house and boast an amazing antique toy museum. The solid wood hand-carved LARK Carousel is a work of art that people of all ages can view and ride, and the 18-hole mini golf course with waterfalls and a play-through cave is fun for all.

The venue offers a cafe with snacks and sandwiches. "Our intention is to provide a welcoming place for people to relax, refresh, and play for a while," said Kathy Gray. We have so much fun sharing the joy of LARK with all of our customers from near and far."

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AREA ACTIVITIES AMISH TOURS OF HARMONY Tours of the largest Amish colony in Minnesota are 45 minutes southeast of Rochester in Harmony. Visit the Amish gift and furniture store. Tours are held year-round, except Sundays. 1-800-752-6474, amish-tours.com ASSISI HEIGHTS SPIRITUALITY CENTER Sits atop one of the highest hills in Olmsted County and resembles the Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi in Italy. Tours are available Mon & Sat at 2 p.m. or by appt. Call ahead at 507-282-7441

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HEARTLAND TOURS & TRAVEL Best one-day tours in town. We also offer extended tours by air, motor coach, and cruise ship. 507-288-1330, heartlandtoursandtravel.net HISTORIC FORESTVILLE Costumed guides portraying actual residents. Authentic 19th-century general store, farm and homestead with original artifacts.

Landmark Carnegie Bridge. 507-765-2785, mnhs.org/ forestville

AVIAN ACRES’ WILD BIRD SUPPLY Enjoy watching birds in the serenity of our rural setting. Specialize in quality products, attraction techniques, and habitat design. Located in Lanesboro. 800.967.BIRDS (2473), avianacres.com

HISTORIC MANTORVILLE Genuine late nineteenth century shops, restaurants, recreational activities, festivals and lodging. mantorvilletourism.com

BARN QUILT TOURS, CALDONIA, MN Driving tours of almost 60 beautifully painted barn quilts which adorn agricultural buildings in this scenic area. Bus tours offered on selected dates. Maps available at website. 507-725-TOURS, caledonia.com/barn/quilts

HISTORY CENTER OF OLMSTED COUNTY Historic farmsteads, historic buildings, and the History Center museum. History Center museum houses the exhibit gallery, gift shop, Wilson Library and the Wickland Archives. 507-282-9447, olmstedhistory.com

CHESTER WOODS PARK Olmsted County vehicle permit req. Campsites (w/electricity), picnic shelters, swimming beach (no life guards), hiking/horse trails, fishing, and canoe & paddleboat rentals. 507-2857050, co.olmsted.mn.us

LANESBORO HORSE DRAWN RIDES Experience Lanesboro’s beauty & charm while touring in a horse drawn vis-a-vis carriage or for larger groups, enjoy a ride in our wagonette. Tours available nightly starting in downtown Lanesboro. 507-467-7000, horse-andcarriage-rides.com/MN-Lanesboro.php

CHORAL ARTS ENSEMBLE This 40-voice choir presents five programs each year. Dedicated to the performance of new music and acapella singing.

Concerts are often held in Assisi Heights' Lourdes Chapel. 507-252-8427, choralartsensemble.org COMMONWEAL THEATRE COMPANY Located in

historic Lanesboro, the company presents new works as well as classical theater during its Feb-Dec season.

800-657-7025, 507-467-2525, commonwealtheatre.org

COVERED BRIDGE PARK This is the site of Minnesota’s only authentic covered bridge, which spans the Zumbro River and leads to a public walking trail. Home to Kid’s Kingdom, one of the region’s largest play areas. 507-732-7318 (Zumbrota City Hall), exploreminnesota.com/things-to-do/3089/ zumbrota-covered-bridge FOSTER AREND PARK 4000 East River Rd NE. Sandy beach, swimming, (no life guards), fishing & picnic grounds with shelter. 507-328-2525 (pavilion reservations), dnr.state.mn.us/.../rochester/foster_ arend_lake

MAYO CIVIC CENTER Hosts conventions, sporting events, concerts, receptions, and private parties.

507-328-2220, mayociviccenter.com MISSISSIPPI RIVER HOUSEBOAT VACATIONS

Family Adventure, Couples Getaway, Great River Houseboats in Wabasha, MN. Call for availability 651-565-3376, greatriverhouseboats.com

MYSTERY CAVE Stalactites, stalagmites, flowstone, fossils, and beautiful underground pools. Scenic, educational and photographic tours available. 507937-3251, dnr.state.mn.us/mystery_cave NATIONAL EAGLE CENTER Climb in an eagle’s nest or test your strength against an eagle’s, learn how eagles soar and view wild eagles on the river. Open daily, live eagle programs.

651-565-4989, nationaleaglecenter.org NIAGARA CAVE Pan for gemstones and fossils, play mini golf, enjoy 10 acres of picnic grounds. Safe, lighted, one-hour tour of one of the top-rated caves in the US. 507-886-6606, niagaracave.com

GATOR GREENS Mini golf, picnic area, bike trails, OXBOW PARK & ZOLLMAN ZOO Zoo offers educational programs about Minnesota wildlife. horse-drawn rides and jeep tours. 507-467-3000,

AREA ACTIVITIES Zoo and nature center tours, hiking trails, and picnic facilities. Open all year. 507-775-2451, co.olmsted. mn.us/pw/parks/oxbowpark

QUARRY HILL NATURE CENTER Hands-on displays, an aquarium, a natural-history library, and public programs. Adjacent park surrounds a stone quarry and offers hiking and skiing trails, sandstone caves, and a fishing pond. 507-281-6114, qhnc.org ROCHESTER AREA FAMILY YMCA Short-term memberships and day passes available for out of town guests & Mayo Clinic visitors. 507-287-2260, ymcamn.org/locations/rochester_ymca ROCHESTER ART CENTER Exhibitions of local, regional, and nationally acclaimed artists, as well as classes and workshops for children and adults.

Free family days and book clubs. 507-282-8629, rochesterartcenter.org ROCHESTER CHESS CLUB Visitors welcome. Visit website for times and locations 507-319-2565, rochesterchess.com ROCHESTER CIVIC MUSIC - RIVERSIDE CONCERTS

“Down by the Riverside” is an annual free outdoor summer concert series held In Mayo Park Sunday evenings during July & Aug. “Riverside Live” is a series of ticketed indoor concerts Sept-May. 507-285-8076, riversideconcerts.com

ROCHESTER CIVIC THEATER Rochester Civic Theater is Minnesota’s largest community theatre. Visit website for 2018 theater season. 507-282-8481, rochestercivictheatre.org ROCHESTER MN DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB

Scheduled games at Hadley Creek Community Center. Out-of-towners welcome 507-365-8236 (Sue Greenberg), rochestermnbridge.net

ROCHESTER HONKERS The Honkers play 34 home games at Mayo Field. 507-289-1170, northwoodsleague.com/rochester-honkers ROCHESTER PARK & RECREATION DEPARTMENT

Swimming at two outdoor pools and one lake. Golf courses, miles of trails for bicycling, hiking, jogging, and other recreational activities. 507-328-2525, rochestermn.gov/departments/parks-andrecreation/parks-trails

ROCHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY Kids, teens and adult events. Scanners, copiers, computer labs, phone charger stations. Out-of-state library cards available.

507-285-8000, Rochesterpubliclibrary.org

ROCHESTER REPERTORY THEATRE COMPANY

Classical and contemporary works by a variety of artists are presented. 507-289-1737, rochesterrep.org

ROCHESTER SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA & CHORALE

Providing the opportunity to discover music from around the world. 507-28-MUSIC, rochestersymphony.org

SKIDOX WATER SKI CLUB Exciting and entertaining weekly shows on Wed. night at 7pm June-Sept. at Fisherman’s Inn on Lake Zumbro. Call or visit website for schedule. 507-367-4485, 507-367-4567, skidox.com ROLLINGSTON LUXEMBOURG HERITAGE MUSEUM Former city hall with thousands of items

from Luxembourg immigrants. Open all year by appointment. Free admission by calling ahead. 507689-2330, exploreminnesota.com/.../rollingstoneluxembourg-heritage-museum

SILVER LAKE BOAT AND BIKE RENTALS Rent paddleboats/ electric paddleboats, canoes, kayaks, many types of bikes and child trailers. Helmets and lifejackets required and rented for free.

507-261-9049, silverlakefun.com SOUTHEASTERN MINNESOTA POETS 4th Friday/ month, 6:30 PM, Assisi Heights 2nd Tuesday /month, 2:00 until 3:30 p.m., St. James Coffee 507-281-3507, mnpoets.org SOUTHEASTERN MINNESOTA YOUTH ORCHESTRA (SEMYO) Dedicated to the artistic and personal development of young instrumental musicians. SEMYO offers three orchestras and several chamber groups. 507-282-1718, semyo.org

ROCHESTER TROLLEY & TOUR COMPANY Groups and private tours of Rochester and surrounding communities, including Mississippi River Valley, Amish colony, Scenic River canoe trips, and fly fishing. 507-421-0573, rochestermntours.com TWEITE’S FAMILY FARM Award-winning Theme Park, 12-Acre Corn Maze, and Pumpkin Patch.

507-365-8035, tweitesfamilyfarm.com WHITEWATER ST, Trout fishing, picnic grounds, hiking trails, visitor center and more. Programs available - maximum of 50 people.507-312-2300, exploreminnesota.com/places-to-stay/1454/ whitewater-state-park

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THE ROOT RIVER TRAIL TOWNS PRESENT

Taste of the Trail 2018 A series of Saturday events in September

JOIN US AT OUR TRAILHEADS FROM 10 A.M. - 2 P.M. September 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lanesboro, Whalan & Peterson September 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . Preston, Harmony & Fountain September 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . Houston, Rushford Area Each community will give you a “taste” of their town with different activities, food, music and much more! Enjoy what is special about each community while you pedal your way through the beauty of Bluff County along the Root River.

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WABASHA & KELLOGG, Minnesota Home of the National Eagle Center, LARK Toys, Grumpy Old Men, historic downtown & more!

Located 70 miles southeast of Minneapolis/St. Paul, Wabasha, MN is a hotspot river town on the Mississippi River, rich in history and attractions. Enjoy outdoor activities, artistic experiences, unique shopping, fine dining and lodging.

The cities of Wabasha and Kellogg are committed to preserving the heritage each community embodies. Whether you’re planning a Mississippi River vacation, considering a weekend getaway, looking to relocate, starting a new business or just out to explore, we invite you to enjoy the many activities that the WabashaKellogg area has to offer. 651-565-4158 Go to www.wabashamn.org to view the Wabasha Kellogg Visitors guide online!

Long on history and rich in heritage: Bald Eagles, Native America, Hollywood and More!

Wabasha is the oldest city on the entire upper Mississippi River and has been occupied continuously since 1826. U.S. Government records and “The 2nd Treaty of Prairie du Chien” (1830) conclusively establish Wabasha to be the oldest town in Minnesota, established 1830. The city is named in honor of an Indian Chief of the Sioux Nation, Chief Wa-pa-shaw.

Wabasha’s historic district has more than 50 buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Take our historic walking tour and discover the stories that have made this town so unique.

Eagles are of abundance during the winter months, and they nest here year round.

The National Eagle Center in downtown Wabasha houses live bald eagles and is open for programs and special groups. Visitors come from all over the world for a unique “Nose to Beak” experience with America’s National Symbol of Freedom – the Bald Eagle.

America became enamored with Wabasha as a result of the very popular movies “Grumpy Old Men” and “Grumpier Old Men,” starring Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau, written by a young man whose grandfather lived here and thought our historic river town was perfect for the story of the two retired widowers, Max and John, competing for the affections of Ariel (Ann-Margret). Wabasha celebrates the “Grumpy Old Men Festival” on the last Saturday of February each year, and visitors enjoy dining at Slippery’s Bar & Grill all year long.

Once you visit Wabasha, you’ll want to return for a day, a week, or a lifetime.

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WABASHA & KELLOGG, Minnesota Home of the National Eagle Center, LARK Toys, Grumpy Old Men, historic downtown & more!

Located 70 miles southeast of Minneapolis/St. Paul, Wabasha, MN is a hotspot river town on the Mississippi River, rich in history and attractions. Enjoy outdoor activities, artistic experiences, unique shopping, fine dining and lodging.

The cities of Wabasha and Kellogg are committed to preserving the heritage each community embodies. Whether you’re planning a Mississippi River vacation, considering a weekend getaway to Minnesota, looking to relocate, starting a new business or just out to explore, we invite you to enjoy the many activities that the Wabasha-Kellogg area has to offer. 651-565-4158 Go to www.wabashamn.org to view the Wabasha Kellogg Visitors guide online!

Long on history and rich in heritage: Bald Eagles, Native America, Hollywood More!

The RAD Zoo is one of theand largest displays of reptiles and amphibians in the world, with more than 150 different kinds of snakes, turtles, lizards,

Wabasha is the oldestcrocodilians, city on theand entire upper Mississippi River and has been amphibians, all on display. occupied continuously since 1826. U.S. records and “The 2nd Zoo co-owner and Government director Jamie Adam Pastika has run theTreaty business of Prairie du Chien” (1830) establish to be town in with hisconclusively wife, Melissa Gail Pastika,Wabasha and their staff for the eightoldest years. "We cater o families looking forisa named fun, educational experience for their kids. of Wethe make Minnesota, established 1830. The city in honor of an Indian Chief · a point that everyone who visits our zoo has an opportunity to pet at least Sioux Nation, Chief Wa-pa-shaw. one animal, an alligator or a largelisted boa oron python," said Jamie.

Wabasha’s historic district hastypically more than 50 buildings the National Register Dailyhistoric shows give guests tour a chance learn more about the animals, and of Historic Places. Take our walking andtodiscover the stories that have pet a few of them at shows end. During weekend feeding times, guests can made this town so unique. watch many of the snakes and crocodiles dining.

Eagles are of abundance during the winter months, and they nest here year round.

The Pastikas are constantly working on new This summer The National Eagle Center in downtown Wabasha houses liveexhibits. bald eagles and isthey open hope to have sailfin dragons as well as a tank of South American river for programs and special groups. Visitors come from all over the world to for a unique turtles.

“Nose to Beak” experience with America’s National Symbol of Freedom – the Bald Pastika said that there are many satisfying aspects of being a zookeeper, Eagle. like taking care of the animals by trying to build them homes similar to what America became enamored with Wabasha as a result of the very popular movies they would experience in the wild. He enjoys watching excited kids interact “Grumpy Old Men” and “Grumpier Old Men,” starring Jack Lemmon and Walter directly with the animals.

Matthau, written by a young man whose grandfather lived here and thought our "Our goal at the Zoo is to try to instill a greater appreciation for wildlife historic river town was perfect for the story of the two retired widowers, Max and and wild places among our children so that they will grow up to help John, competing for the affections preserve them." of Ariel (Ann-Margret). Wabasha celebrates the “Grumpy Old Men Festival” on the last Saturday of February each year, and visitors COUNTRY RD. 45N, OWATONNA I THERADZOO.COM enjoy dining at Slippery’s Bar3297 & Grill all year long.

Once you visit Wabasha, you’ll want to return for a day, a week, or a lifetime.

RED WING, Minnesota

RED WING: a historic city along the mighty Mississippi River. Voted one of the best small towns in America by USA Weekend Magazine, and named 1 of 12 Distinctive Destinations by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, the entire downtown district has been restored to its early 1900s style.

ACTIVITIES ON THE RIVER AND RAIL. While fly and bait fish• Jewelry erman explore creeks and river • Crystal pools, riverboat enthusiasts can • Sweaters watch paddle boats come up from • Pewter New Orleans to dock at Red Wing.

• Wrought Iron • Linens Train and architecture buffs will • Candles MONDAY - FRIDAY, enjoy a visit to the historic train 9AM - 8PM • Kitchen Items depot.

SATURDAY 9AM - 6PM • Porcelain YEAR-ROUND FUN FOR ALL. SUNDAY 12PM - 5PM • And much more!

During autumn and winter, enjoy Downtown Red Wing • 651-388-8436 apple orchards, a pumpkin patch Corner of Main & Bush St., Across from St. James Hotel and corn mazes. Holiday visitors uffdashoponline.com can enjoy hot cocoa and hay rides.

Experience River City Days festival when summer is in full bloom!

www.redwing.org

COMEDY NIGHT. CHEF DRIVEN MENU. LIVE MUSIC

2014 Red Wing Restaurant Challenge Winners Historic Downtown Red Wing, MN 219 Bush St. Red Wing, MN 55066

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Mantorville Nestled in the picturesque valley of the Zumbro River, historic Mantorville is a delight to visit!

Discover the same charm that inspired the Mantor brothers and their families to settle here in 1854, and inspired the citizens of Mantorville to preserve the entire 12-block downtown area by placing it on the National Historic Registry in 1975.

THE PERFECT SPOT TO MEET AND EAT! Full Breakfasts Served All Day Homemade Soups Salads * Sandwiches Award Winning Pies & Desserts Pastries Gourmet Coffees & Espresso Drinks Unique Gifts

Free Internet Access | Outdoor Patio Seating Mon-Fri 7am-4pm | Sat 8-4pm | Closed Sun Hwy 57 in Historic Mantorville | 507-635-5507

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420 Main Street, Mantorville, MN • 507-635-5814 Chocolateshoppe.co

COMING IN OCTOBER

Mantorville Theatre Company www.mantorvillain.com • 507-635-5420

Historic Home & Log Cabin Open for Tours

May through October Tuesday - Sunday 1-5pm Closed Mondays, Small donation per person

540 N. Main Street • Mantorville, MN These Museums are made possible by the MRA

Mantorville events Farmer’s & Artisan’s Market: May – October Tuesdays 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

17th Annual Big Iron Classic Truck Show: September 7-8 Bigironclassic.com 53rd Annual Marigold Days: September 8-9 Antique & Flea Market, Arts & Crafts, Flower Show, Music, Parade, Fireman’s Dance, more Marigolddays.com Mantorville Theatre Play: October show Mantorvillain.com

Restaurant & Lounge

A Tradition Since 1854 Owned by the Pappas Family Since 1946 Take a step back in time...

Step back into time when dining at the Hubbell House.

At one time, the Hubbell House was a stagecoach stop to the endless prairie; today it is an historic, award-winning restaurant and cocktail lounge.

502 N. Main - Mantorville, MN 55955

507-635-2331 hubbellhouserestaurant.com Lunch: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Tues - Fri 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Saturday Dinner: 4 p.m. - close Tues - Sat 11:30 a.m. - close Sunday CLOSED MONDAYS Located 13 miles west of Rochester on Hwy 14; then 2 miles north on Hwy 57

Fall Festival: October 27 Hay Rides, Ghost Stories & Pumpkin Painting Dodge County Historical Society Wine Tasting: November 1 Mantorville Theatre Play: Nov./Dec. show Mantorvillain.com Olde Fashioned Christmas: December 1 Caroling, Sleigh Rides, Santa, Children’s Crafts & Open House at Businesses Mantorville Theatre Play: Greater Tuna Mantorvillain.com Mantorville Theatre Play: A Second Helping: the Churchbasement Ladies Sequel Mantorvillain.com

Come visit

• The Restoration House & Log House Living History Exhibits • The Dodge County Historical Society Museums • The Mantorville Welcome Center • Mantorville Chamber of Commerce 866-313-8687 • Mantorville Regional Welcome Center 507-635-4636 www.mantorvilletourism.com

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Nestled in a curve of the meandering Root River, Lanesboro is a magical hamlet that endears itself to visitors seeking a retreat from the bustle of daily life. A quirky crossroads of the arts and outdoors, Lanesboro offers something for everyone.

Arts & Culture An arts hub in this region, Lanesboro offers world-class, professional theatre (now in its 30th year), and an internationally-renowned arts center. Beyond town, Amish culture holds fast to its roots.

The Great Outdoors Outdoor activities abound! Enjoy a lazy float down the Root River, a lovely bike ride along the paved state trail, or cast your line in one of the region’s best trout fishing destinations.

Shop & Stay

Come stroll the historic main street of the B&B capital of Minnesota!

Stop our unique, indie boutiques; dine at a variety of restaurants; stay in a historic converted mill, a log-sided cabin, or a comfy B&B.

Featuring . . .

Little River General Store lrgeneralstore.com (507) 467-2943

Cedar Valley Resort— Outfitters & Gift Shop cedarvalleyresort.com (507) 467-9000

Bluffscape Amish Tours bluffscape.com (507) 467-3070

Stone Mill Hotel & Suites stonemillsuites.com (507) 467-8663

Historic Scanlan House B&B Inn

E2 Boutique (507) 467-2994

Amish Experience (507) 467-2992

scanlanhouse.com (800) 944-2158

Commonweal Theatre

commonwealtheatre.org (800) 657-7025

There’s never a dull moment in Lanesboro

—unless you want one!

Find out more & check availabilities online at www.Lanesboro.com

ZUMBROTA, Minnesota The City of Zumbrota warmly welcomes you to enjoy all of our

fantastic amenities. A must see for all visitors is the Historic Covered Bridge spanning the Zumbro River at West Avenue.

Minnesota’s only remaining original covered bridge is listed on the National Historic Register. It has been restored to its authentic state, reflecting the heritage of early pioneer settlers.

The bridge is nestled just upstream from its original location over the Zumbro River in the 85-acre Covered Bridge Park. Kid’s Kingdom in Covered Bridge Park is also the trailhead for the Goodhue Pioneer State Trail, a multi-modal trail which connects with the cities of Goodhue and Red Wing.

So please, take the time to check out the many exciting opportunities Zumbrota has to offer!

zumbrotacoveredbridge.com • ci.zumbrota.mn.us

◆ Full line of Quilting fabrics & supplies ◆ Colorful threads ◆ Hand-dyed Wool

New, used and handmade home decor and gifts

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ACCESSORIES & GIFTS

Plus size resale

MON-FRI 9-5 THU 9-6 SAT 9-4 SUN CLOSED 340 S. MAIN STREET Downtown Zumbrota

507-732-7500

www.pwconsignment.com

An eclectic mix of clothing & accessories for women of all ages.

Monday- Friday 10am - 5pm Saturday 9:30am - 4pm 320 S Main, Zumbrota, MN 55992

507-732-4123 www.shopwildginger.com Find us on facebook at Wild Ginger Boutique

Three levels of furniture SOFAS RECLINERS BEDDING DINNING ACCESSORIES

HARDWARE & FURNITURE 321 Main Street, Zumbrota

507-732-5232

Luya Shoes

and Other Fine Things

NOW IN 3 LOCATIONS! ZUMBROTA 236 S. Main St. • 507-732-LUYA EDINA 50th & France • 952-500-9661 RED WING 325 Main St. • 507-250-1469 Find us on Facebook at Luya Shoes

Bridget’s Café and so much more!

Zumbrota, Mn unique gifts kitchen kid’s items tux rental & more 365 Main St • Zumbrota, MN

507-732-4646 Find us on Facebook: Bridgets Cafe

gifts for all ages fine art, fiber art, ceramics, jewelry Only half hour north of Rochester 320 East Ave, Zumbrota 507-732-7616 crossingsatcarnegie.com

345 S. Main Street, 507-732-5599 M-F 9-5 Sat.9-2

Home of the Hot Beef Sandwich and and the the BEST best Coffee CoffeeininTown!

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Tours, shopping and recreational opportunities await you in this small Southeastern Minnesota town. Tour our local Amish Community or Niagara Cave. Enjoy excellent restaurants, antiquing, unique gift shops, comfortable lodging and 60 miles of paved Bike Trail. Enjoy beautiful city parks, and a wide array of great service businesses ready to serve your every need. Contact us for your FREE Harmony Guide at 877-210-7250 or on the web at www.exploreharmony.com Harmony Area Chamber of Commerce.

HOME OF JULIE’S FAMOUS HOMEMADE PIE AND JULIE’S VILLAGE JAVA! 507-886-4406 www.villagesquareofharmony.com HOURS VARY BY SEASON

~ Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner ~ HOMEMADE IS THE KEY TO OUR SUCCESS

Furniture h Wall Hangings h Unique Gifts h Gourmet Foods h Clothing h Willow Tree Angels

One of the LARGEST SELECTIONS of POLY FURNITURE in the MIDWEST

RJ Amish Furniture 570 Main Ave. N, Harmony MN 55939

507.886.2777 Will Deliver Anywhere • myamishmall.com

Open 7 days a week - M-Sa 10-5 Su 10-4 Owner: Reuben Hershberger

Voted Best Antique Shopping

Experience a Lifestyle...

Amish Tours of Harmony Where the Amish still use the horse and buggy for transportation, the home is lighted by kerosene lamps & water is heated on a woodburning stove

Enjoy an exciting tour with one of our knowledgeable guides Mini Bus Tours | Car Tours | Group Bus Tours Spring through Fall | No Sunday Tours Winter Tours by Appointment

Open Daily 10-5

Antique Mall 10,000 sq ft and 135 booths

For Advanced Tickets & Information

507-886-2303 or 800-752-6474 Located in Sugar Plum House on the Village Green - Harmony, MN

www.amish-tours.com

50 Industrial Blvd NE • Harmony, MN 55939

507.886.6660

A creative take on Mexican food in a playful modern space.

Lots of Tequila, margaritas and fresh craft cocktails.

Tap Mexican and American beers.

Hours: M-W 11am-12am

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Th- Sa 11am-1am

216 1st Ave SW Rochester, MN 55902

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507-289-1949

VOTED BEST BURGER SINCE 2003!

Opens Daily at 11:00am DOWNTOWN - 507-289-0577 NORTH - 507-226-8266 216 1/2 1st Ave SW Above City Cafe

5231 East Frontage Rd

EXPRESS - 507-289-0577

SOUTH - 507-258-7575

Skyway between University Square and US Bank

1201 South Broadway Crossroads Shopping Center

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