2025 Holdingford Resource Guide

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The city of Holdingford is 10 miles north of Interstate 94 on County Road 9. If you’re coming to us via Interstate 94, please take the Avon exit. We welcome all visitors, whether you are biking on the Wobegon Trail or coming through by car. It is well worth the visit. Holdingford is home to the longest covered bridge in Minnesota, located just off main street. Stop at the Wobegon Trailhead Park. Its wooden train for the kids to play on and a SooLine railroad car with historic murals are a must see. You can bike or walk farther north on one of the most scenic areas of the Wobegon Trail. Beautiful countryside takes you into Morrison County, with views of the Mississippi River Bridge and Blanchard Dam. Back in town, at Veterans Park, we have a campground for tents and motor homes, playground equipment, skateboard ramps, lighted volleyball courts and a softball field. All are ready for young and old alike to burn off any extra energy. Our park shelter can be rented for picnic get-togethers.

In the center of town is Holdingford’s Soldier's Shrine, the first and oldest memorial of its kind in the United States. It is dedicated to the Veterans of World

War II. Holdingford is proud to have many strong civic organizations that help the city and surrounding communities. Our chamber of commerce promotes continued business and expansion to keep main street thriving. The Holdingford Area Historical Society Museum offers visitors a look at memorabilia of times long ago, as the city plans for new improvements and growth for the future. We boast an excellent K-12 school system, outstanding churches, restaurants, assisted living, retail shops and businesses. Our visitors and residents are important to us. We want you to feel at home and take a good look at what we may have to offer you.

See our website, www.holdingford.gov, for more information about our city.

Holdingford was named after pioneer Irishman Randolph Holding, who came to the area in 1868. He homesteaded on the west side of a ford area on South Two Rivers, where he started a general store and platted out his vision of the future village.

In 1872, he was appointed first postmaster of “Holding’s Ford” located at his general store. The building still stands as a house today. At about the same time on the east side of South Two Rivers, the village of Wardeville townsite was platted and had five homes.

In 1885, the first St. Mary’s Church was built by Scotch-Irish Catholics on the west side of South Two Rivers, as well as the first school across the road.

The name of the post office was

changed to Holding Ford in 1894, and moved to the east side of the river (Wardville) with Valentine Batz as postmaster.

Two years later, the village of Holding and Wardeville combined to be Holding Ford on Aug. 22, 1896. Also the same year, Union Evangelical Church was started on the east side of the new village.

In the early part of the 20th century, the village of Holding Ford was a very energetic and thriving village as an economic business and social center for the area.

From 1907-09, the Soo Line Railroad was built through Holding Ford, and in 1908 the local newspaper, The Advertizer, started publishing.

1911 saw the beginning of St. Hedwig’s Catholic Church, and in 1915, St. Mary’s Church was rebuilt on the east side, as the first church on the west side had burned down.

A concrete bridge built in 1919 over Two Rivers helped advance Holding Ford to become the biggest trading center for miles around. The addition of the Congregational Church, started in 1921, added to the diversity of faith.

After several earlier attempts to change the name of the village, finally in 1930, the name was changed from Holding Ford to Holdingford, distinguishing the difference between the township and the village.

During prohibition, Stearns County became a large producer of moonshine with a majority of the farmers in the area distilling spirits. Stearns County spirits made their way to Minneapolis, St. Paul, Chicago and Canada.

The product was nicknamed “Minnesota 13” after the seed corn it was made from. Many say Holdingford was the unofficial moonshine capital of Minnesota.

Community EVENTS

POLKA PARTY

Spring | American Legion, Holdingford

EASTER EVENT Saturday of Easter weekend

ST. ANNA SPORTSMENS CLUB/THE LANDING

ANNUAL OPEN CATCH & RELEASE WALLEYE

TOURNAMENT Held the Saturday after the fishing opener every year

Two Rivers Lake

OLD TYME MUSIC CONCERT SERIES

First Sunday of the month beginning in April

CLEAN-UP AND CARES DAY

May | Holdingford

HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION

June | Holdingford

HOLDINGFORD DAZE

Held the second Saturday in July | Holdingford (car show, fireworks, Wobegon Trail 5K Fun Run and Walk, parade, crafts, softball tournament, dance, volleyball tournament, bean bag tournament)

ALL CITY GARAGE SALES

Third weekend of August | Holdingford

HOLDINGFORD CHAMBER RAFFLE August (Check Holdingford Chamber Facebook Page for date)

TRICK OR TREAT DOWNTOWN Halloween

CARAMEL APPLE RIDE

First Saturday after Labor Day | Holdingford

CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING AND SANTA NIGHT

First Friday of December

SNO-FLYERS ANNUAL VINTAGE SNOWMOBILE RUN January

LIONS INDOOR FISHING CONTEST Last Sunday in February SPORTSMEN CLUB ‘250’ FUNDRAISER March

HOLDINGFORD FIREMEN’S BREAKFAST March

Holdingford Chamber of Commerce Area

We are proud to represent “shop local” initiatives. We look forward to supporting new business growth in the Holdingford area. To find out what we are up to, look for flyers posted in area businesses, visit us on Facebook or check out the city webpage, holdingford.gov, calendar of events.

The mission of the Holdingford Area Chamber of Commerce is to represent the business community of the Holdingford area by hosting events and collaborating on ideas, which will improve the economic well being of our citizens and businesses to improve and preserve our quality of life.

The mission of the Holdingford Area Chamber

April Easter Event

May Holdingford Cleanup Day

July Holdingford Daze

Second Saturday In July

August City Wide Garage Sales

October Trick or Treat Mainstreet

December Santa Night

Like us on Facebook!

PARKS Recreation

VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK

Located on the south end of Main Street, the park features a children's playground, volleyball courts, a skate ramp and an ice skating rink in winter. A picnic shelter is available to rent and is the perfect place for a graduation or birthdy party. Camping is available with eight electric sites with cement pads for RVs. There is a primitive tent area as well. Restrooms and a shower room are available as well as a sewer dump station. Cyril Ebnet Ball Field is attached to the park. If there are no games or practices underway, round up your family and friends and have a game. For information on fees and rental costs of the picnic shelter or one of the campsites, contact city hall at 320-746-2966 or clerk@holdingford.gov.

LAKE WOBEGON TRAIL PARK

Located on the north end of Main Street, the park features a bike maintenance station, heated restrooms, water fountain and picnic tables. It's a great rest stop for those biking along the Wobegon Trail or a great place to park your vehicle to begin your bike ride.

FISHING AND HUNTING

Fishing is excellent at area lakes. Pelican, Two Rivers, Birch Lakes, Pine and Little Pine lakes, Ochotto Lake, Mary Lake, Lake Runey and Lower and Upper Spunk lakes have a variety of fish, including walleye, bass, sunfish, crappie, bullhead, northern pike and perch.

Public access is available for hunting. Deer, grouse, pheasant and waterfowl are some of the game prevalent in this area.

SKIING AND SNOWMOBILING

Cross-country skiing is available along the Lake Wobegon Trail. There is a lot of snowmobile activity in the area. Official trail maps can be found at various locations including the Holdingford Sno-Flyers Club and Jim’s Snowmobile & Marine.

ADDITIONAL RECREATION

More recreational opportunities exist within a short driving distance: St. John’s University offers a variety of activities including hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, nature walks and birding. The university is located 13 miles southeast of Holdingford on Interstate 94.

Two golf courses are available for those wishing to enjoy the greens. Fritz Panek’s golf driving range is a really unique experience. It is located 2 miles east on County Road 17, then north on County Road 3. Albany Golf Club is 10 miles to the southwest and is open to the public and offers a more traditional course.

Bowling is available in Albany at Albany Bowling Center. Albany’s North Park offers the area’s disc golf course for those interested in this unique outdoor experience.

HOLDINGFORD SCHOOL DISTRICT

The district hosts many activities for children and adults. They offer open swimming and swimming lessons at the school. They boast two pickleball courts and offer summer softball and volleyball. Check out their community education newsletter or check with the school for a full list of activities.

Lake Wobegon Trail

The Lake Wobe gon Trail measures 62 miles in Stearns Count y. The Stearns Count y segment of the Lake

Wobegon Trail extends from the Stearns County/Todd County line to St. Joseph and from Albany to the Morrison County/Stearns County line. There is an additional 8 miles of the Lake Wobegon Trail in Todd County.

If the Lake Wobegon Trail is connected with Morrison County’s Soo Line Trail and the Central Lakes Trail, which meets the Lake Wobegon Trail in Osakis, it becomes the longest paved rail trail in the country — over 120 miles long.

The trail is open to bicycling, snowmobiling without studs, walking and rollerblading. The trail was built on two abandoned railroad corridors — the Burlington Northern Santa Fe and the Soo Line.

420 Main St., P.O. Box 69, Holdingford, MN 56340 www.holdingford.gov • 320-746-2966 • Email: clerk@holdingford.gov

City Council:

Travis Harlander, mayor, Andy Higgins, Jayme Opatz, Tim Winter and Seth Young

City Personnel:

Clerk/treasurer — Nicky Lahr ..........................................320-746-2966 Ext. 1

Maintenance — Steve Horvath, Dan Lahr ................320-293-2015 Ext. 3

City Center — Nicky Lahr ...................................................320-746-2966 Ext. 1

Municipal Liquor Store — Amy Opatz ......................................320-746-2264

Fire Department — Keith Hommerding ..................................320-290-0332

Official Appointments:

Emergency Management — Amber Molitor ........................320-249-8990

Acting mayor ..........................................................................................Jayme Opatz Auditor........................................................................................Bauman & Associate Engineer ...................................................................................SEH – Dave Blommel Official publication ..............................................................................The Star Post

Comm un ity Community Services

CATHOLIC CHARITIES

SENIOR DINING-ALBANY:

Located at Pondview Estates, 334 Golfview Drive in Albany. Meals are served Monday - Friday beginning at 11:30 a.m., and home-delivered meals are provided for the communities of Albany, Avon, Belgrade, Brooten, Cold Spring, Elrosa, Freeport, Holdingford, New Munich, Meire Grove, Greenwald, Melrose, Paynesville, Richmond, Sauk Centre, St. Joseph, St. Martin, St. Rosa and St. Stephen for seniors 60+ who meet program criteria. Partially funded under contract with the Central Minnesota Council on Aging as part of the Older Americans Act, and administered by Catholic Charities of the Diocese of St. Cloud. Volunteer opportunities are always available for all of the route areas. For more information, call 320-8454070, email at albanysrdining@ccstcloud.org, call St. Cloud office at 320-229-4584 or visit the website at ccstcloud.org.

HELPING HANDS OUTREACH:

in Holdingford, St. Stephen and Rice that helps older adults and adults with disabilities remain in their home and community. Helping Hands volunteers provide transportation, light housekeeping and chore services. Our professional health educators and trained volunteers provide health and wellness classes, exercise groups and support for family caregivers. Helping Hands also supports weekly dining and monthly Lunch & Learn programs in Holdingford and St. Stephen. We rely on the generosity of volunteers and donations to sustain our programs. For more information call Helping Hands Outreach at 320-746-9960.

HOLDINGFORD CITY CENTER:

The Holdingford City Center is located at 420 Main Street. The offices of the clerk and mayor are located here along with the fire department. The Holdingford Area Food Shelf, managed by the local Lioness Club, is at the city center. Helping Hands Outreach has senior dining every Tuesday at noon in the dining hall. The center is available for rental on weekdays and weekends. The center includes a large meeting area, a commercial kitchen and two handicapped accessible bathrooms. Special rates are available for non-profit organizations. Call 320-746-2966 for rates and reservations.

LIBRARY:

Helping Hands outreach is a non-profit community-supported organization located

Not far from Holdingford, the Albany Public Library, located at 400 Railroad Ave. in Albany, is a 3,000 square foot spacious building. It is one of 31 libraries that make up the Great River Regional Library. With your free library card, you can check out books, videos, cassettes, compact disks, books-on-tape and popular magazines. Using the varied reference resources, your questions will be answered, plus a public internet station is available for your use. Daily deliveries bring requested items to patrons within several days and children’s programs are presented several times a year.

NEWSPAPERS:

The Star Post is a weekly newspaper that covers news and events in and around the Holdingford area. The city also has daily delivery of the St. Cloud Times, Minnesota Star Tribune, USA Today and Pioneer Press. The Star Shopper, Hometown News, Morrison County Record and Dairyland Peach are also delivered weekly.

RADIO: KASM 1150 AM is a privately owned radio station. KASM has been serving Central Minnesota since 1950 and provides the area with news, weather, farm reports, sports, community information and music that includes polka, country and sounds from the big band era. KASM’s signal extends to the North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa and Canadian borders. KASM’s sister station is KDDG 105.5 FM and plays your favorite oldies.

POST OFFICE:

Holdingford has a first-class post office. The Holdingford Post Office has all mail services available, with Express Mail overnight delivery to most major market cities and First Class Mail overnight delivery to Minneapolis-St. Paul. It is located at 105 Plymouth Street.

HOLDINGFORD

MUNICIPAL

Located at 451 Main Street, the city-owned municipal liquor store offers on/off liquor sales and a food menu. Bar bingo runs Wednesday nights at 7 p.m. and bands are featured some weekend nights. Charitable gambling by Holdingford Fire Fighters Relief and Husker Athletic Booster

320-746-2264.

Fire Department

Emergency: 911

Welcome to Holdingford from all of us here at the Holdingford Fire Department. Holdingford Fire Department was established in 1896 and our members proudly serve the city of Holdingford, Holding Township, and portions of Krain and Brockway Townships.

Our department is staffed by 25 dedicated members. On the second Thursday of every month, we have a department meeting, and on the fourth Thursday of the month, the department members participate in various training exercises. The Holdingford Fire Department members are trained as Minnesota State Certified Fire Fighter I and II, Hazmat and First Responder.

We respond to all types of emergencies such as structure fires, automotive fires, wildland fires, automotive crashes and water rescues, but the majority of our calls are medical emergencies. Last year, we responded to 150 emergency calls.

I have been a proud member of the Holdingford Fire Department for 33 years and have been serving as the chief for the last 12 years. I enjoy the camaraderie and the service this organization provides to our community.

On behalf of the Holdingford Fire Department as well as myself, I hope your family and you feel welcomed and safe in our community. If we can be of any help, please call us at 320-290-0332.

Sincerely,

Hommerding, Holdingford Fire Chief

The Holdingford Fire Department members are Mike Schmidt (front, from left), Melanie Odden, Arlene Warga, Dan Gerads, Brian Donabauer and Matthew Pantze; (middle, from left) Tony Stalberger, Dustin Siegle, Samantha Slivnik, Amber Molitor, Doug Legatt, Tim Winter and Aaron Rudolph; (back, from left) Keith Hommerding, Pat Meier, Melvin Breth, Zack Thomas and Davis Mickelson. Not pictured are Adam Achman, Bruce Gerads, Kelly Kobernusz, Chad Panek, Kyle Pundsack, Justin Spanier and Jim Stang.

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Holdingford Chamber of Commerce:

American Legion Auxiliary: The auxiliary is made up of women who are wives, sisters, children and grandchildren of veterans. Poppy day is held in May with all donations going back to the veterans. Proceeds are used for the ice cream social, Christmas gifts and decorations. Meat raffles are also held during winter to raise money for school and community support. Contact Donna Pueringer at 320-746-2492 for more information. Located on Main Street, Holdingford.

Organizations Community

The purpose of the chamber is to cooperatively advertise and promote continued business or business expansion for the sake of the local community.

American Legion Post 211: The American Legion Post 211 meets the third Monday of every month at 7:30 p.m. Their facility is available to rent for your events. Call Nikki Horvath at 320-746-2880 or 320-428-2456.

Friends of Two Rivers Lake: Two Rivers Lake Association (Friends of Two Rivers Lake) was formed in late 2009 with a mission to preserve and protect the integrity of Two Rivers Lake. For more information contact Leann Sachs at 612-709-0971

Holdingford Area Historical Society:

The historical society takes an active part in local community events, sharing the stories and history of our area. The documentary on the prohibition days in the area, "Minnesota 13 from Grain to Glass," has created a boost in interest on local moonshining and how

HOLDINGFORD MILL

LLC

Supporting the American Farmer since 1895!

• Softener Salt

• Bird Seed

• Dog/Cat Food

• Farm Fresh Eggs

• Lawn Fertilizer

• Lawn Seed

• Tingley Boots

• Baler Twine

• Baby Chicks

Holdingford, MN 56340 320-746-2281

holdingfordmill@aol.com

it helped the survival of family farms. The historical society sells DVDs of the documentary as a fundraiser. The Welna building restoration (which houses the museum), the boxcar mural at the Lake Wobegon Bike Trail Head, a video taken of the Milbrandt excavation and posted at the Holdingford Historical Society's YouTube site (as well as other videos posted there), a restored local millstone and a large petrified wood piece are all works of the historical society. The Holdingford Area Historical Society Museum is open by appointment or during special Holdingford events. For more information or to make an appointment, contact one of the following members: President Ernie Schmidt at 320-249-5771, Vice President Herman Ebnet at 320-293-8289, or Historian Mike Odden at 320-293-6075.

Holdingford Lioness Club: Our club was organized in 1976 to be a service organization and auxiliary to Lions International, whose focus is on programs for the sight and hearing impaired. Our purpose is to provide an opportunity for women to become actively involved in community service through local projects. For more information, contact Sharon Berscheid at 320-746-2121.

Holdingford Lions Club: Lions Club meets the second and fourth Monday of each month in Holdingford. The Lions Club sponsors such events as the Indoor Fishing Contest on the last Sunday in February and the Holdingford Daze Parade. They also maintain the Lions Campground. For more information, contact Joe Christensen at 320-746-2619 or check out their site at Holdingford Lions Club – Facebook.

Holdingford Sno-Flyers: The Holdingford Sno-Flyers was officially established in 1968. The Sno-Flyers was organized by a group of people who had a love of the winter outdoors. The club belongs to state and federal snowmobiling organizations that are crucial for maintaining laws that protect snowmobiling and other outdoor recreation. The Sno-Flyers has about 30 members and holds an annual membership meeting the third Saturday of October at 8 p.m. at the Sno-Flyers Clubhouse. If interested in joining or if you have questions, contact Sue or Doug Marstein at 320-746-2787 or stop in at Jim’s Snowmobile & Marine and talk with Scott Paggen at 320-746-2165.

Owners Jeff & Sue Burg

Organizations Community

Holdingford Sportsman’s Club: The club’s mission is to promote hunting and fishing among all age groups, as well as help conserve our natural resources. The club meets monthly and host their "250" fundraiser every March at the Pelican Lake Ballroom.

Pedals to Petals Garden Club: The Petals to Pedals Garden Club has taken on the task of creating several beautiful flower gardens near the trailhead and at Veterans Park. Meetings are the first Tuesday of the month and the club welcomes new members. For more information, call 320-746-2966.

Our club was organized in 1976 to be a woman’s service organization, focused on community service.

Stearns County Area Horticultural Society: The Stearns County Area Horticultural Society meets the second Monday of the month (unless the date falls on a holiday), except during summer months when garden tours take place. Meetings are 7 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 840 Lake Avenue, Albany. For more information contact Anne Smith-Bleichner at 320-310-6163 or visit www.stearnshorticulture.com.

Our projects include:

- Community Garage Sale

- Local Road Ditch Cleaning

- Christmas Gifts for Joy

- Holdingford Food Shelf - High School Scholarship ...And Many More

For more information contact us on Facebook

Stearns County Pioneer Club:

The Stearns County Pioneer Club has an elected board of directors. The annual Pioneer Days show is in September and is located a mile north of Albany between Highway 238 and County Road 10. The Pioneer Club meets the third Monday of the month. Please call Greg Fuchs at 320-250-7025 for more information.

The Husker Athletic Booster Club: The club is a non-profit charitable organization founded in 1982 by a group of parents for the purpose of supporting their children in athletic programs at Holdingford Public Schools. Today, the organization provides an average of $75,000 annually to support athletic programs for the area youth and school athletes.

HOLDINGFORD

Contact: Herman (320) 293-8289

Ernie (320) 249-5771 | Mike (320) 293-6075 Tours are

The Holdingford Area Historical Society added the 12 x 30 ft Mural to the front of the Museum building in 2023. It was to help explain the naming of the city of Holdingford. Zack Jones, the artist who painted the Mural, did an exceptional job. While the painting recalls Holdingford’s past, we hope it inspires one generation to help the next generation on their journey into the future. The community support to fund the mural painting project, shows how important our history is to all of us. The Historical Society’s dedication to preserving and celebrating the heritage of the Holdingford area, is part of the community and a valuable resource for all that are interested in the town’s history.

Community Country Church

Pastor: The Rev. Greggrey Valentine 42457 171st Ave., Holdingford, MN 56340 320-746-0005

Worship

Sunday worship service ...........................................9:30 a.m. Life Groups .........................................................11 a.m. to noon

Wednesdays ...................................(during the school year) Kids' Bible Club, TREK & S.W.A.T. .....................6:15 p.m.

Holdingford Area Catholic Community Mass Schedule

Pastor: The Rev. Gregory Mastey 320-228-0110 | Office 320-228-0105 www.tworiverscatholic.com

Monday: 8 a.m. .............................................................St. Columbkille

9 a.m. to 8 p.m..... Adoration All Saints-St. Mary's Tuesday: 7 p.m. (Check bulletin for Mass)

Wednesday: 8 a.m....................................All Saints (St Hedwig’s)

Thursday: 8 a.m. .....................................Immaculate Conception Friday: No Mass

Saturday: 5 p.m. ..........................................................St. Columbkille

Sunday: 8 a.m. ................................................All Saints (St. Mary’s) 10 a.m. ...........................................................Immaculate Conception

Education

Holdingford’s Community Education Program is dedicated to developing lifelong learning opportunities while utilizing community resources and coordinating with local agencies to meet the ever-changing needs of senior citizens, adults and children in our area. Our mission is to present a variety of opportunities to explore and expand horizons, enriching both our participants and the community as a whole. We provide classes throughout the year including summer recreation and swim lessons.

The Holdingford School District is located in the heart of Central Minnesota. It consists of four communities: Opole, St. Anna, St. Wendel and Holdingford. We serve over 1,000 students from the Holdingford community and surrounding areas, and this number continues to grow.

The school district has an excellent reputation because of the community and staff commitment to our students. The district has a history of educational excellence that is focused on a commitment to continue to improve our ability to meet the educational needs of present and future students. Students are the centerpiece of the community. Our school strives to address the needs of all learners and provide our graduates with the skills and knowledge to successfully pursue their chosen paths. Evidence backs up this claim. Holdingford students consistently exceed the state averages in all categories of the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments.

Our district relies on many attributes to maintain and to improve the quality of its educational programs. A supportive community, a highly qualified staff and a dedicated board of education all play an essential role in educating today’s students and tomorrow’s citizens and leaders. Together we continue to grow as an organization and meet the needs of our students.

Holdingford Public Schools

Give your children the

Holdingford Public Schools have everything you need in education, from preschool to college in-the-schools options. Students have a wide variety of athletic and non-athletic extracurricular activities, as well as life-long learning opportunities with the Community Education Program.

• Safe and Caring Environment

• Integrity

• Academic Excellence

• Fiscal Responsibility

Our mission is to provide a safe and respectful environment that inspires learning, nurtures potential, and builds strong character for future success

CORE VALUES VISION MISSION

Empower every student to reach their fullest potential within a safe, supportive, and student-centered environment.

The Holdingford School District is located in the heart of central Minnesota. We serve over 1,000 students from the Holdingford community and surrounding areas.

900 5th Street, PO Box 250, Holdingford, MN | www.isd738.org District: 320-746-4307 | Elem: 320-746-4462 | HS: 320-746-4333

HIGH SCHOOL

- Extensive “College in the Schools” program, with 16 classes offered totaling 56 credits

- Over 30 academic, athletic, fine arts and leadership programs

- Services offering academic, social, emotional and career guidance including two full-time school counselors.

- School resource officer on staff

- Outstanding indoor facilities including two gyms, weight room and pool; outside facilities with baseball and softball fields and track

- State-of-the-art science lab

- 1:1 Chromebooks and technologies including computer labs, ipad carts, interactive white boards, comprehensive digital measurement equipment in science and 3D printers

- One of the largest FFA chapters in the state

- Opportunities for work -based learning and an apprenticeship program

Education

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

FFA Chapter

- Minnesota Department of Education Reward School 2016

- MESPA 2020 School of Excellence

- Specialists in technology, art, physical education, vocal and instrumental music

- Superb fine arts program which include music concerts and art shows

- Small class sizes preK-6

- All day, every day kindergarten

- Special education and title programs provided by highly qualified instructors

Hair Design

Hours: Tuesday 8-5, Wednesday 3-8, Thursday 11-8, Friday 7-4, Saturday 7-12

- Robust early childhood education programs including 3’s Preschool, 4’s Preschool and birth to age 3 programs

- Active and extremely supportive PTA organization

- Full time elementary school social worker

- Highly qualified, professional and caring teachers and support staff

- PBIS program catching kids being exceptionally good

- Interactive and enrichment technology in classrooms

- 1:1 Chromebooks Grades 1-6

-Chromebook carts in kindergarten classrooms

-Two incredible playgrounds to meet the needs of all students. The small playground is designed to fit children in preschool and kindergarten, and the large playground has multiple components to appeal to students in first through sixth grades.

Health Care

CentraCare – Albany Clinic offers area residents primary care services in a highquality, cost-effective and caring manner. Our family medicine physicians and advanced practice providers care for patients of all ages. Onsite lab, imaging, physical therapy, ultrasound and diabetes education are offered at the clinic. Specialists also provide consultation for OB/GYN, orthopedics and podiatry.

The skilled and experienced healthcare team of CentraCare – Albany Clinic continues to offer primary care, urgent care, lab, imaging, physical therapy, diabetes education and ultrasound.

In addition, visiting specialists offer obstetrics and

gynecology, orthopedics and podiatry. A new facility was built in 2019.

The physicians are board certified in family medicine and offer primary care for all ages. They are Libby Brever, MD; Nathan Brever, MD; and Brittany Nagel, DO. They are joined by advanced practice providers Amanda Green, PA-C; Easton Popma, PA-C and Heidi Madden APRN, CNP. The clinic provides a team-based care model where patients are a part of a team with skilled health professionals who work together to deliver more personalized, coordinated care and accessibility. The clinic hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Family medicine physicians and advanced practice providers also see patients with urgent care needs on Saturday from 8-11 a.m. Physician Assistant William Green, provides urgent care for all ages Monday through Thursday from 11a.m. to 7 p.m. and Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Some symptoms appropriate for urgent care include upper respiratory infection, urinary tract infections, minor burns, vomiting, diarrhea, dehydration, acute sprains and strains.

A certified diabetes educator and dietician works with patients as needed to create a personalized wellness plan that educates, motivates and empowers the patient with diabetes. It is designed to help patients find the tools they need to make positive changes in their behavior and lifestyles.

Physical therapy is offered Monday through Friday in conjunction with therapists from St. Cloud Hospital’s Rehabilitation Services.

Agriculture

Elmdale Creamery

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320-573-2607

8287 State Highway 238 Bowlus, MN 56314

Holdingford Mill

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320-746-2281

130 Plymouth St. PO Box 240 Holdingford, MN 56340

ATTORNEY

Willenbring, Dahl, Wocken & Zimmermann, PLLC

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320-685-3678

800-247-0925

571 Railroad Ave. Albany, MN 56307 www.willenbring.com

Automotive + Convenience Store

Albany Chrysler Center

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320-845-2801

800-392-3426

34650 225th Ave. Albany, MN 56307 www.albanychrysler.com

Holdingford Gas & Grocery

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320-746-2585

211 River St. Holdingford, MN 56340

BAIT + TACKLE SHOPS

The Store of St. Anna

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320-356-7878

37215 County Road 9 Avon, MN 56360

See us on Facebook

Churches

Community Country Church

320-746-0005

42457 171st Ave. Holdingford, MN 56340 www.communitycountrychurch.org

Community + Organizations

Helping Hands Outreach

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320-746-9960

531 Main St., P.O. Box 293 Holdingford, MN 56340 www.holdingfordhelpinghands.org

www.star-pub.com

Directory Business B

320-746-2880

560 Main St. Holdingford, MN 56340

Holdingford Area

Historical Society

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101 River St. Holdingford, MN 56340

Herman: 320-293-8289

Holdingford Area

Knights of Columbus

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320-248-2080

Grand Knight - Marvin Eiynck St. Isadore Council 9307

Holdingford Chamber of Commerce

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holdingfordchamber@gmail.com www.holdingfordmn.us

Holdingford Lioness Club

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See us on Facebook

Holdingford Lions Club

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320-746-2619

38917 Timber Road Avon, MN 56310

Contractors + Construction + ENGINEERING

Ehlinger Lawn Service

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320-250-9337

info@ehlingerlawn.com www.ehlingerlawn.com

Lumber One-Avon, Inc.

Page ............................................8

320-356-7342

101 Second St. NW Avon, MN 56310 www.lumber-one.com

WM. D. Scepaniak, Inc.

Page ............................................5

320-746-3331

572 Fourth St. Holdingford, MN 56340

Dining + Entertainment + Liquor

Art in Motion

Page .........................................32

320-746-0680

1400 Fourth St. Holdingford, MN 56340 www.artinmotiononthe lakewobegontrail.com

Avon Cabin Cafe

Page ..........................................31

320-356-7198

105 Avon Ave. S. Avon, MN 56310 www.avoncabincafe.com

Jordie’s Trailside Cafe

Page ............................................4 320-584-8193

105 First Ave. S. Bowlus, MN 56314 www.jordiestrailside.com

Pelican Lake Ballroom

Page ..........................................21 320-845-2831 18419 County Road 154 Avon, MN 56310

Rudolph’s Redneck Roost Page ..........................................12 320-228-0133

530 Main St. Holdingford, MN 56340

Education

Holy Family School

Page .........................................23 320-845-2011

160 Second St. Albany, MN 56307 www.holyfamilyalbany.com

Holdingford Public School

Page .........................................23 District 738 320-746-4307

900 Fifth St. P.O. Box 250 Holdingford, MN 56340 www.isd738.org

Financial

Black Financial Services Inc. Page ..........................................16 320-356-9031 800-279-2374 www.blackfinancialservices. com

Magnifi Financial

Page ............................................9 888-330-8482 www.magnifi.creditunion

Versa Bank USA

Page .........................................27 320-746-2261

580 Main St. Holdingford, MN 56340 www.vbholdingford.com

FUNERAL PLANNING

Miller Carlin Funeral Home Page .........................................27

Albany - 320-845-2035 Upsala - 320-573-6234 Holdingford - 320-746-9994 www.millercarlin.com

Directory Business

Scegura Insurance

Page......................13

320-746-2582

131 River St.

Garbage + Recycling

Albany Recycling Center

Page ..........................................11

320-845-2747

34737 County Road 10 Albany, MN 56307 www.centralmnrecycling.com

Waste Management

Page ..........................................21

Residential, Commercial, Farm, Demolition and Recycling www.wm.com

Healthcare + Pharmacy

Albany Family Dentistry

Page ............................................8

855-845-8415

360 Railroad Ave. Albany, MN 56307

Mother of Mercy Campus of Care/Mercy Manor

Page ............................................7

320-845-2195

320-845-2969

230 Church Ave. & 334 and 332 Golf View Drive Albany, MN 56307 www.motherofmercymn.com

Upsala Chiropractic Centre

Page .........................................27

320-573-2071

106 S. Main St.

P.O. Box 157 Upsala, MN 56384

Insurance

Advantage 1 Insurance

Page .........................................28

320-252-6650

101 Plymouth St., Ste. 2 Holdingford, MN 56340

Insurance Avenues

Page .........................................28

320-356-9440

108 Avon Ave. N. Avon, MN 56310 www.insuranceaves.com

P.O. Box 214

Holdingford, MN 56340

Manufacturing + Metal Works + Fabrication

Berkon Outdoors

Page .........................................20

320-746-0123

470 Industrial Drive Holdingford, MN 56340 www.berkon.com

Krain Creek Fabrication

R-Way Trailers

Page ............................................5

320-732-2065

www.kraincreekfabrication.com

Polar Tank Trailer, LLC

Page .........................................25

800-826-6589

320-746-2255

12810 County Road 17 (Opole)

Holdingford, MN 56340 www.entransinternational. com/careersMTO

Two Rivers Enterprises

Page .........................................26

320-746-3156

490 River St. W. P.O. Box 70 Holdingford, MN 56340

NEWSPAPER

Star Publications

Page .........................................28

The Star Post

Melrose Office: 320-351-6579

Albany Office: 320-845-2700 www.star-pub.com

Oil + Fuel + Propane

Gerads Oil Co.

Page ............................................6

320-746-2926

320-836-2517

P.O. Box 104 Holdingford, MN 56340

Pet Boarding + Grooming

Takoda Kennels

Page ..........................................14

320-292-0636

Boarding: 219 Johnson Street Upsala, MN 56384

Grooming: 511 Main St. Holdingford, MN 56340 www.takodakennels.com

Phone + Internet

Provider

Albany Fiber Communications

Page ............................................2

320-845-2101

131 Sixth St. Albany, MN 56307 www.AFComm.net

PLUMBING + HEATING + AIR CONDITIONING

Hommerding Plumbing/ Heating/AC Page .........................................25

320-746-2658

Cell: 320-290-0332 16303 450th St. Holdingford, MN 56340

Opatz Heating & AC, LLC Page ..........................................15

320-290-6130

44513 105th Ave. Holdingford, MN 56340

Ripplinger Plumbing Page ..........................................14

320-746-3070

320-293-0234

Retail

Holdingford Hardware Page ............................................4

320-746-2973

561 W. Main St. Holdingford, MN 56340

Paul & Kathy’s Page ............................................9

320-573-5050

129 N. Main St. Upsala, MN 56384

SALON + SPA + WELLNESS

A Healthy Glo Page .........................................24

320-248-9586 Main St. Holdingford, MN 56340

Heart & Sol Wellness Center

Page ............................................6

320-746-3300

111 Plymouth St. Holdingford, MN 56340

My Salon Hair Design Page .........................................24

320-746-2962

Box 97/Main St. Holdingford, MN 56340

Services

We Haul For You Page ............................................8

320-250-2855

Doug Legatt WeHaulForYou.com

SEPTIC SERVICE

Austin Incorporated Page ..........................................15

320-845-6464

320-250-3277

36058 State Highway 238 Albany, MN 56307

Signs Everything Signs Page ..........................................12

320-746-0746

500 Main St. Holdingford, MN 56340 www.everythingsigns.com

TRANSPORTATION +

Moving

Brenny Transportation, Inc. & Specialized, Inc. Page ..........................................13

320-363-6999

8505 Ridgewood Road St. Joseph, MN 56374 www.brennytransportation.com

Ramler Trucking Page .........................................23

320-845-4500

400 13th St. Albany, MN 56307 www.ramlertrucking.com

Veterinary

Lake Country Veterinary Service Page .........................................26

320-845-6930

551 Railroad Ave. Albany, MN 56307 www.lakecountryvetservice.com

Water

Culligan Water of Central MN Page ..........................................13

320-352-6587

625 Lincoln Loop Sauk Centre, MN 56378 www.culliganh2o.com

Art in Motion on the Lake Wobegon trail is dedicated to fostering and inspiring creativity for those who hold it. From art gallery, to café, to resting place; we serve. Art in Motion builds unity and appreciation through incubating

artists and their art, teaching creative students of all ages, hosting an open community space, and serving food and beverages. The artist, the appreciator, and the traveling soul are all welcome here.

and corporate events.  Give us a call and let us plan a special event.

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