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THERAPEUTIC REHABILITATION PROGRAM
NOW AT THORNE CREST Rehabilitation gives individuals who have experienced debilitating illness or injury both opportunity and hope by restoring their functional independence. It is our mission to help residents return to their optimum level of function and lifestyle, all in a homelike environment. We realize each person’s needs are unique, therefore, we create treatment programs based on a resident’s physical limitations, abilities and recovery goals. Providing direction and support throughout a resident’s recovery are the Thorne Crest rehab teams. These interdisciplinary teams of caring and experienced rehabilitation professionals are prepared to help residents improve strength, increase mobility, enhance feeding abilities, address speech issues; in essence, return residents to their activities of daily living.
“It’s just like home! The staff is just lovely. They treat you like family. With the separate entrance, my family comes & goes as if I were in my home.” — Helene
• Independent living • Customized Care • Health Care • Rehabilitation Care
June 9, 2010
Call Kay to schedule your personal tour, or for more information: 507-373-2311
“There is a family atmosphere here. The staff is so nice, caring and friendly.” — Shirley “Everyone is very nice and it’s very comfortable here. My time here has prepared me to return to my home soon.” — Evelyn
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2401 Bridge Ave. • Albert Lea • 507-373-8600 & 107 E. Main • Clarks Grove • 507-256-7251
It’s a Vitality summer! : e d i s n i o s al Albert Lea once again has 2 golf courses
Midwest Regional Show Ski Tournament returns to Fountain Lake
George Jones to perform at Freeborn County Fair
Albert Lea Parks & Recreation
Summer Fun Guide
Albert Lea Public Library Summer Reading Program 2010
Summer Playparks June 7-July 29 Open Monday-Thursday 1:00-8:00 p.m.
Wedgewood Cove
Sanderson Auto Repair is a full-service preventive maintenance & automotive repair center that has been performing high quality, guaranteed automotive repairs in the Albert Lea area since 1985. We service & repair all makes and models of domestic and import vehicles.
Sign up online @ www.alplonline.org
Summer Carnival
SUMMER REGISTRATION
Join us for an afternoon of carnival games, face painting, bouncies, food and prizes!!
Registration for all programs is located at the City Arena.
Hours: 8:00 am-5:00 pm
When: Wednesday, July 14th Time: 4:00-7:00pm Where: Farmer’s Market-North Broadway Parking Lot Fee: $2.00 (includes all games!)
The office is open over the noon hour throughout the year.
Children 2 & under FREE
• In Business Since 1985! • Free Loaner Cars • 3 Year / 36,000 Mile Warranty
Andy Nelson, Marc Rasmussen
Weekly Programs
• FREE Shuttle Service • FREE Pick Up & Delivery • Mobile Service Available
Storytime- Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays at 10:30 L.A.F.- Library Afternoon Fun- Tuesdays at 2:00 Art Zones Studio- Wednesdays at 10:30 Movie Day- Wednesdays at 2:00 Night-time Storytime- Thursdays at 6:00
www.SandersonAuto.us See Cheri today for all your RV parts, sales & service!
Magician Jim Jayes- Thurs., June 10th at 2 and 3 p.m. Pirate Tales- Thurs., June 17th at 2 and 3 p.m. Mall of America Underwater Adventure-
Wells Depot, Before
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Thurs., June 24th at 2 and 3 p.m. Red, White & Blue Party- Thurs., July 1st at 2 p.m. Okee Dokee Brothers- Thurs., July 8th at 2 and 3 p.m. BINGO- Thurs., July 15th at 2 p.m. Zoo-man- Thurs., July 22nd at 2 and 3 p.m.
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June 7th– July 25th Read Books and Receive Prizes!! Mark & Karen Sanderson
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Children’s Room 211 East Clark Street Albert Lea, MN 56007 (507) 377-4356 Sponsored by: The Friends of the Library
AQUATIC CENTER Aquatic Center will open
June 5, 2010 Open Mon-Fri 1:00-6:00 p.m. Sat & Sun 1:00-7:00 p.m.
Daily Admission (includes tax): Children 2 & under $1.25 Children 3-17 years $3.25 Adults 18 & over $3.50 Individual Season Pass (plus tax): $35/in town $45/out of town
NO REFUNDS~NO CHECKS Look for our brochure online:
www.cityofalbertlea.org KIDS ART IN THE PARK Enjoy face painting, tie-dying, arts and scraps table, children’s gallery, Magician Jim Jayes and so much more! Sidewalk chalk mural judging starting at 6p.m. When: Friday, June 18th Time: 4:00-7:00 p.m. Where: Central Park Fee: FREE (bring t-shirts, etc.
you would like to tie-dye; sidewalk chalk will be provided)
Food and beverage available for purchase
Registrations can be placed over the phone using Visa/MC. $5.00 fee for this service.
Albert Lea Parks & Rec Phone: 507-377-4370 Email:
jhutchison@city.albertlea.org jdavis@city.albertlea.org jhagen@city.albertlea.org bfurland@city.albertlea.org
Play Ball! MN Twins Clinic
The MN Twins will be offering a free baseball/softball clinic to youth in Albert Lea. Clinics are funded/administered by the Twins Community Fund. Clinics are open to boys and girls ages 6 to 16 and focus on hitting, fielding and throwing. Parents are encouraged to participate. The Twins provide safe, youth-friendly equipment. Participants need to bring gloves. When: Friday, June 25 Time: 2:00 p.m.-6-9 year olds 3:30 p.m.-10-16 year olds Where: Hayek Field (in case of inclement weather-City Arena) Fee: FREE
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
We are looking for enthusiastic adults/parents to help volunteer for our many activities. If interested contact 377-4370.
The Albert Lea-Freeborn County Chamber of Commerce "The Voice For Business" Helping Our Community Grow and Prosper
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Shopping, Dining & Entertainment Over 35 Stores & Businesses Restaurants, Cinema 7 Theatre, Spa & Salons
Interstate Packaging Corporation is a locally operated full service packaging solutions manufacturer offering a wide range of custom corrugated products. Capabilities include: • On site design facility • Experienced professional sales group • Graphic intensive POP solutions • Variable run quantities of corrugated cartons and inner-packing
Reaching out to new business, helping existing business thrive!
• Extensive Min/Max or JIT Inventory programs
The Albert Lea-Freeborn County Chamber of Commerce's mission is to "Promote and develop a healthy and positive business climate and improve the quality of life in the Albert Lea-Freeborn County area." Over 500 members strong, the Chamber of Commmerce is the one organization that merges all phases of our local economy from the smallest employer to the largest in the area. Always striving to enhance the business environment, we work with local and state government to create a climate conducive to growth. Our Chamber Bucks program returns nearly $175,000 to the local economy each year. Our members support many summer time events for the community, as well, including the Eddie Cochran Weekend, the Fourth of July Fireworks, the Freeborn County Fair and so much more. Look for the Chamber of Commerce membership sticker at our member businesses.
701 Marshall, Albert Lea, MN 56007
507.373.3938 – www.albertlea.org
Northbridge Mall Businesses • Albert Lea Driving School • Anytime Fitness • Book World • Certified Travel • Christopher & Banks • Cinema 7 Theatre • Classic Reflections Salon & Spa • Conger Meat Market • CVB (Convention
& Visitors Bureau) • Doyle’s Hallmark • Dunham's Sports • Edward Jones Troy Irvine • Electric Beach • Fashion Nails • GNC (General Nutrition Center) • Herberger’s • Horace Mann Rep. Brad Hestad • JD Gifts
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La Guadalupaña Leutholds Manpower Maurices Pizza Ranch Plaza Morena Schweser’s Skyline Jewelers The Image Salon Thrivent Financial Tradehome Shoes Unicel Vanity
Interstate is prepared to tackle and challenges you might have. Give us a call or stop in and see what we can create for you.
Your Kind of Place • Over 965 slots & video poker machines • Action-packed table games: Craps, Blackjack, Roulette, live Poker & more • Big Wheel Bar - live entertainment every Friday & Saturday • 5,000 sq. foot Event Center - entertainment, banquets & parties • Woodfire Grille - intimate dining in a cozy, fireside atmosphere • Kitchen Buffet - live-action cooking
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Publisher Scott Schmeltzer Managing Editor Tim Engstrom Advertising Director Crystal Miller Creative Director Stacey Bahr Circulation Director Carrie Knipfer Accountant Lisa Foley News Geri McShane Nick Gerhardt Sarah Stultz Kelli Lageson Ed Shannon Danielle Boss Jon Theur Advertising Catherine Buboltz Renee Citsay Clay Culbertson Angie Hoffman Classifieds Michelle DaViega Joan Miller Graphic Design Kathy Johnson Circulation Melissa Goodwin Peggy Osmundson
Region................................................. 4 Albert Lea............................................ 6
Events Take a Kid Fishing Day........................ 5 Eddie Cochran Weekend.................. 10 Midwest Reg. Show Ski Tourney......... 12 Freeborn County Fair......................... 22 Albert Lea Fourth of July.................... 30 April S. Memorial Half Marathon....... 36 Morin Lake Days in Alden.................. 36 Hollandale Harvest Festival................ 37 RAGBRAI in Clear Lake....................... 39 July Jubilee in Lake Mills..................... 40 Bricelyn Fourth of July......................... 40 Kernel Days in Wells............................ 41 Worth County Fair............................... 42 Northwood Fourth of July................... 42 Glenville Days..................................... 42 Borderfest in Emmons......................... 42 Farm & City Days in New Richland... 43 Ellendale Days.................................... 43 Hayward Days..................................... 44 Big Island Barbecue........................... 46
Attractions County Parks....................................... 5 Pelican Breeze II.................................. 7 Marion Ross Performing Arts Center. 9 Albert Lea Public Library.................... 11 Bayside Skiers...................................... 12 Disc golf............................................... 14 Albert Lea Family Y............................. 15 National Vitality Center...................... 16 Story Lady Doll Museum..................... 18 Blazing Star Trail................................... 19 Swimming............................................ 21 Albert Lea Art Center......................... 26 Albert Lea Parks & Recreation.......... 28 Fishing.................................................. 31 Freeborn County Historical Museum.32 Golfing................................................. 34 Conger................................................ 36 Harmony Park..................................... 41 Clarks Grove........................................ 41 Geneva............................................... 41 Hartland............................................... 43 Manchester......................................... 44
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Nancy VanderWaerdt, LUTCF Agent 505 Bridge Ave. Albert Lea, MN • 507-377-0227
www.nancyvw.net • Potato Salads • Pasta Salads • Marinated Salads • Entrees • 3 Varieties of Mashed Potatoes
• Coleslaws • Desserts • Dips - Spreads • Low Fat/Low Sodium Products
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Keeping Families Safe & Business Growing. Providing Insurance and Financial Services
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Rod Gray cuts pieces of pork shoulder to find the best piece to turn in for judging in 2009 at the Big Island Barbecue.
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1414 W. Main (Across from Nelson’s) Albert Lea, MN • 377-2372 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 to 5, Sat. 8 to 4
By Kelli Lageson staff writer
he Big Island Barbecue State Championship will be from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 27, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 28, at the Freeborn County Fairgrounds. Friday night starts at 5 p.m. The public can taste and vote for best chili from more than 30 teams until it’s gone for $3. At 7 p.m. the public can taste and vote for the best chicken wings from more than 30 teams that will serve about 750 pounds of chicken wings until they’re gone for $10. The chicken wings are donated by Schweigert Foods and Cargill. There will also be corn on the cob, stuffed baked potatoes, mini doughnuts, funnel cakes, kettle corn, lemonade, candy and other items as well as the barbecue, ribs, brisket and pulled pork. This year the public will not have to purchase tickets to redeem for
food and drink, and cash will be accepted everywhere. The 10 categories of competition are chicken, ribs, pork, brisket, chili, chicken wings, sausage, seafood, dessert and homemade barbecue sauce. The award ceremony is at 5 p.m. Saturday in the beer garden at the fairgrounds. Musical guests are Kat Blu and John Goodsall who are performing Friday and Saturday. There will be kids games and activities on Saturday with music, dance, crafts and games. About 3,000 people attended last year’s Big Island Barbecue. More than 50 teams compete for more than $13,000 in prize money and trophies from all over the Midwest. This will be the third annual state competition and the overall winner will go to American Royal Barbecue in Kansas City, Kan., and the World Barbecue Jack Daniel’s Championship in Tennessee.
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around the region hit the road
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By Ed Shannon staff writer
everal events and celebrations will take place during the next three or four months in the south central portion of Minnesota and the north central portion of Iowa. This partial listing is based on information from the Explore Minnesota and Explore Southern Minnesota publications, and several chambers of commerce and convention and visitors bureaus. Some events not listed here are featured with more detail elsewhere in this publication.
June
11-13 — Glenville: Glenville Days 11-13 — Fairmont: Festival of Lakes, Interlaken Heritage Days, (507) 235-6110 or (800) 657-3280 11-13 — Waterville: Bullhead Days, (800) 507-7787 12 — Freeborn: Freeborn Days 12 — Mason City, Iowa: McNider Arts Festival 16-19 — Faribault: Faribault Heritage Celebration, (800) 6582354 17 — Northfield: Taste of Northfield, (507) 663-0319. 18-20 — Alden: Morin Lake Days 18-20 — Zumbrota: Covered Bridge Festival, (507) 732-7318 19 — Owatonna: Marching Band Festival, (507) 451-3103 19-20 — Caledonia: Founder’s Day Fun Fest, (507) 725-3450 19-27 — Rochester: Rochesterfest, with parade on June 25, (507) 285-8769, Rochesterfest.com 18-19 — Olmsted County: Hambone Blues Jam 20 — Lanesboro: Art in the Park, Sylvan Park, (507) 467-2696 or (800) 944-2670. www.lanesboro.com 20 — Mankato: Summer Solstice, Land of Memories Park, (507) 385-6660 20 — Waseca: Father’s Day Beach Blast, Waseca Water Park, (507) 833-0210 21-27 — St. James: Railroad Days, (507) 375-3333 or (800) 3752480 23-28 — Northwood, Iowa:
Jason Schoonover
Alan Hochreiter of the Kiester High School class of 1957 looks through newspaper clippings during Kiester Days 2009. Worth County Fair 24-27 — Kiester: Kiester Days 25 — Medford: Straight River Days, (507) 451-7970 25-27 — Henderson: Sauerkraut Days, (507) 248-3234 25-27 — Nicollet: Nicollet Friendship Days 26-27 — New Ulm: Auto Fest, (507) 354-3410, www.autofest. org 26 — Mason City, Iowa: Cannonball Day 27 — Mantorville: Old Tyme Days, (866) 313-8687, www.mantorvilletourism.com
July
1-4 — Cannon Falls: Cannon Valley Fair 1-4 — Elysian: Fourth of July Celebration, (800) 507-7787 1-5 — Clear Lake, Iowa: Fourth of July Celebration 3-4 — Austin: Spamtown USA’s Freedom Fest, parade starts at 11 a.m. July 4 3 — Waseca: Chautauqua, Waseca County Historical Museum, (507) 835-7700 3-4 — Northwood, Iowa: Fourth of July Weekend 3-4 — Blooming Prairie: Old Fashioned Fourth of July, parade starts 2:30 p.m. July 4 3-4— Bricelyn: Fourth of July Celebration
4 — Waseca: Lakefest Music Festival & Fireworks 4 — Fairmont: Fourth of July Music Festival/Fireworks, (507) 235-5547 or (800) 657-3280, www. fairmontcvb.com 4 — St. Peter: Old Fashioned Fourth of July, (507) 934-3400 4 — Mantorville: Old Fashioned Fourth of July, (866) 313-8687 7-11 — North Mankato: Fun Days 7-11 — Mason City, Iowa: North Iowa Fair 8-11 — New Richland: Farm and City Days 9-10 — Clear Lake, Iowa: Bicycle, Blues & BBQ Festival 9-10 — Lake Mills, Iowa: July Jubilee 9-11 — Blue Earth: Giant Days Celebration, (507) 526-2916 9-11 — Thompson, Iowa: Winnebago County Fair 10 — Elysian: Rookie’s Triathlon, (800) 507-7787 10-11— Hayward: Hayward Days 10-11 — Owatonna: Steele County Historical Extravaganza, Village of Yesteryear 11 — Austin: Teddy Bear Picnic, Mower County Fairgrounds, (507) 437-6082 14-18 — Kasson: Dodge County Fair 14-18 — Waseca: Waseca
County Fair 15-18 — Ellendale: Ellendale Days 15-18 — Forest City, Iowa: Puckerbrush Days 16-18 — New Ulm: Bavarian Blast, Brown County Fairgrounds, (507) 359-2222 16-18 — LeRoy: Summerfest, (507) 324-5707 20-25 — Blue Earth: Faribault County Fair 23-24 — Mason City, Iowa: Up in Smoke BBQ Bash 23-25 — Montgomery: Kolacky Days, (507) 364-5577 24-25 — Madison Lake: Paddlefish Days 27 — Clear Lake, Iowa: RAGBRAI overnights 29-Aug. 1 — Garden City: Blue Earth County Fair
August
1 — Mantorville: Beatles Bash, (866) 313-8687 2-8 — Rochester: Olmsted County Fair 3-5 — Redwood Falls: Farmfest, (800) 657-7070 5-8 — Northfield: Vintage Band Festival, (507) 645-5604 7-8 — Berne: Swissfest, Zwingli United Church of Christ, (507) 356-4340 or (800) 322-2478, www. swissfest.org 10-15 — Austin: Mower County Fair 11-15 — New Ulm: Brown County Fair 11-15 — St. Peter: Nicollet County Fair 14 — Fairmont: Power Boat Celebration, (800) 657-3280 16-22 — Fairmont: Martin County Fair 17-22 — Owatonna: Steele County Fair 19-22 — Le Center: Le Sueur County Fair 20-21 — Emmons: Borderfest 20-21 — Sleepy Eye: Buttered Corn Days 20-22 — Wells: Kernel Days 20-22 — Oronoco: Gold Rush Days, (507) 367-2111, goldrushmn.com 20-22 — Blue Earth: Annual Upper Midwest Wood Carvers & Quilt Expo, (507) 526-2916 Continued on Page 6
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index of advertisers
Accentra Credit Union...................................... 47 Accents Decorating.......................................... 36 Addies Floral & Gifts........................................... 17 Advantage Auto Glass........................................ 5 Ag Power............................................................ 18 Agro-Economics................................................. 43 ALAMCO............................................................. 10 Albert Lea Abstract............................................ 13 Albert Lea Convention & Visitors Bureau........ 14 Albert Lea Dental Clinic, P.A............................... 3 Albert Lea Family Y.............................................. 7 Albert Lea Medical Center............................... 14 Albert Lea Parks and Recreation...............Cover Albert Lea Public Library..............................Cover Albert Lea Public Warehouse........................... 21 Albert Lea Seedhouse....................................... 46 Albert Lea Steel.................................................. 29 Albert Lea Vet Clinic.......................................... 33 Alden Shoe & Clothing...................................... 36 ALFC Chamber of Commerce...................Cover Alliance Pipeline................................................. 21 AmericInn/Microtel - Clear Lake...................... 39 Antiques of the Midwest.................................... 17 Bergdale Harley-Davidson................................ 31 Bonnerup Funeral Services................................ 46 Bonnerup Funeral Services - Ellendale............. 43 Candy & Jewels Consignment Boutique........ 17 Cheers Liquor...................................................... 24 Citizens State Bank............................................. 42 Clarks Grove Hardware..................................... 41 Clear Lake Chamber......................................... 39 Coldwell Banker................................................. 21 Complete Home Inspection............................. 30 Conger Inn Catering & Party Shop.................. 36 Countryside RV................................................... 29 Countryside RV................................................... 20 Cowboy Way North........................................... 40 Crow Wing Kayak.............................................. 29 Curt’s Pharmacy................................................ 23 Dan Sparks State Senator.................................. 27 Daycare Page...................................................... 8 Diamond Jo..................................................Cover Dougs Painting and Sandblasting.................... 29 Dr. Lundstrom D.D.S............................................ 32 Emerson’s by the Lake....................................... 39 Emmon’s Legion................................................. 42 Etcetera Tanning & Clothing............................ 32 Expressions Hair Salon........................................ 26 Farmers Mutual Insurance................................. 44 Farmer’s State Bank.....................................Cover First Lutheran Church - ELCA............................. 19 First National Bank.............................................. 43 Fisher’s Fine Jewelers......................................... 17 Fleet Farm........................................................... 39 Fort Custer Maze................................................ 38 Fountain of Memories........................................ 15 Frames R Us......................................................... 17 Freeborn Construction....................................... 44 Freeborn County................................................ 18 Freeborn County Environmental Services....... 31
Freeborn County Museum................................ 31 Freeborn Lumber Company............................. 11 Games People Play........................................... 25 Ganson Auto & RV Sales................................... 25 Gayle’s Grooming.............................................. 20 Geneva Bar & Grill............................................. 41 Georges of Geneva.......................................... 41 Glenn’s Motorcoach......................................... 33 Glenville Church................................................. 19 Glenville Plumbing............................................. 42 Golman, Sturtz & Halvorsen, Chtd.................... 33 Grace Lutheran Church.................................... 19 Great Grains....................................................... 17 Green Lea Golf Course..................................... 34 Green Mill............................................................ 24 Green Mill.............................................................. 3 Hagen & Associates........................................... 28 Hair Designers..................................................... 26 Hayward Cooperative...................................... 44 Heart of the Artichoke....................................... 17 Hill, Larson, Walth & Benda, PA......................... 12 Hillcrest Cemetery Association......................... 33 Home Federal Bank........................................... 35 Humana................................................................ 2 Injection Technology......................................... 42 Interstate Packaging...................................Cover Jag Tours............................................................. 47 Jakes Pizza.......................................................... 24 Jefferson Busline................................................. 34 Jensales............................................................... 44 Jim and Dudes Plumbing.................................. 33 Jones, Haugh & Smith.......................................... 7 Joyce Matthies Dance Centre......................... 21 KIMT................................................................Cover Knights Inn........................................................... 48 KOA Kampground............................................. 44 Lady of the Lake................................................ 38 Lake Mills Chamber .......................................... 40 Lake Mills Task Force.......................................... 40 Larson Contracting......................................Cover Larson’s Merchantile.......................................... 38 Lembke Construction..................................Cover Loverink Drainage.............................................. 37 Lyla’s Boutique.................................................... 38 M&S Outdoor Equipment.................................. 18 Main Street Dental Clinic.................................. 43 Main Street Grill ................................................. 36 Manchester-Hartland Telephone..................... 44 Manpower.......................................................... 35 Master Plumbing................................................ 27 Minnesota Abstract............................................. 9 Minnesota Aviation Inc...................................... 35 Morreim Drainage.............................................. 44 Motor Inn............................................................... 9 Mrs. Gerry’s Salads............................................. 46 Nancy’s Café..................................................... 17 National Eagle Center......................................... 1 New Richland Care Center.............................. 37 New To You......................................................... 17 Niagara Cave.................................................... 35
Nick’s Country Store........................................... 44 Northbridge Mall..........................................Cover Northern Country Co-op................................... 36 Northstar Powersports and Marine................... 20 Northwood Lumber............................................ 42 Northwood True Value....................................... 42 Oak Park Mall..................................................... 32 Oakview Golf Course........................................ 34 Our Saviors Lutheran Church............................ 19 Pelican Breeze.................................................... 25 Performance Landscaping............................... 33 Plymouth Shoe Store.......................................... 17 Produce State Bank........................................... 26 Produce State Bank - Hollandale..................... 37 R&D Automotive Repair.................................... 30 Ralphine’s............................................................ 38 Rathai’s Roadhouse........................................... 24 Reinertson’s Embroidory.................................... 17 RE/MAX - Emelie & Jim Paulson........................ 32 Salon 304 & Spa................................................. 40 Sanderson Auto............................................Cover Security Bank........................................................ 7 Security Bank - Emmons.................................... 42 Select Foods....................................................... 27 Shaw’s Auto & Truck Repair.............................. 41 Signature Real Estate...................................Cover Sorenson’s Appliance........................................ 41 South Central Pet Care..................................... 12 South Minnesota Lubes..................................... 36 Southside Custom.............................................. 20 State Bank of Clarks Grove.........................Cover State Bank of New Richland............................. 43 State Farm - Nancy VanderWaerdt................... 3 Sugar Chic.......................................................... 24 Tex-Mex Taco House.......................................... 17 The Mills’ Theater................................................ 40 Thompson Oil Co................................................ 37 Thorne Crest..................................................Cover Three in One....................................................... 37 T-N-T Used Appliance Store............................... 17 Total Glass - Lock................................................ 30 Trades & Labor Federal Credit Union................. 5 Trinity Lutheran - ELCA....................................... 19 Troy Thompson Agency..................................... 33 Tubbs Chiropractic PA....................................... 17 Ulland Brothers...................................................... 7 United Empoyees Credit Union........................ 15 United Methodist Church.................................. 19 Uptown Dental................................................... 13 Van Wilgen Farm Drainage............................... 37 Ventura Foods, LLC......................................Cover Wells Federal....................................................... 28 Wells Insurance Agengy.................................... 41 Window Depot................................................... 41 Wintergreen Co-op............................................ 20 Zenk, Read, Trygstad........................................... 5 Zogg Dermatology, PLC.................................... 15 Zumbro River Brand, Inc.................................... 30
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ayward Days has been downsized from three days to one day this year. The celebration will begin and end July 10. The closing of Julio’s Bar March 1 will result in no street dance. Carol Becker, Hayward Boosters’ member, said, “Unfortunately our club does not have the funds to pay for a band and rent a tent.” Another change is the lack of a permanent pastor at Hayward Lutheran Church. “There will be no special Sunday service,” said Becker. However, tradition will remain with Saturday’s events. Beginning the day is the third April Sorensen Memorial Half Marathon. The race will begin in Albert Lea at 8 a.m. and end in Hayward.
See Page 33 for more. The Fire Department brings back the mud bog. ATVs and trucks race through mud to claim the fastest time. Registration for the event is from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. The race begins at noon on the south side of town. This is the seventh year. Other events of the day include: softball tournament, Hayward Lutheran Church ladies serving food 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., citywide rummage sale, and the Hayward 4-H Club will be serving root beer floats and hosting a carnival. Businesses in Hayward will be open the entire day. For more information about Hayward Days go to www.haywardmn.org. So after the fun of the Fourth of July is over, join Hayward for more fun and sun.
Manchester The small community of Manchester straddles state Highway 13, just a few miles northwest of Albert Lea. The city has 75 residents, according to the 2008 census estimate. While there is no summer festival in Manchester, there always seems to be something going on in tiny town with a surprisingly active business community. The Bend in the Road bar is popular in the summer for its beer garden and horseshoe throwing league. Singers and
musicians perform on occasion. The city offers a softball diamond and a play park. Manchester was named after a town in Illinois and was originally platted in 1882, then platted again and surveyed in 1898. The city was incorporated in 1947, with water mains being installed that same year. A devastating tornado struck Manchester in 1952, destroying many home and businesses, and was considered the top news story of the year.
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Take a kid fishing for free E By Nick Gerhardt sports editor
ach summer for nearly two decades the Fountain Lake Sportsmen’s Club has held a Take A Kid Fishing Day. It’s the biggest event of the year for the club and members use the day to introduce children to fishing. Hundreds of people turn out each year and each child 16 and under receives a free fishing pole. The club supplies other equipment for use on the day of the event. The event also has several giveaways for children and games. Trophies are awarded to boys and girls who finish in the top three of largest fish. This year’s event will be at the Edgewater Park fishing pier June 12 beginning at 9 a.m. and allows children 16 and under can fish without a license. Even with light rain and temperatures in the low 50s, about 380 people fished from Edgewater Park all the way to Edgewater Drive in 2009, and the children caught 70 fish.
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Arrowhead Point County Park is 1 1/2 miles south of Freeborn just to the west of County Road 8. This 59-acre park gets its name from a point or peninsula which projects into Freeborn Lake. Facilities listed for Arrowhead Point County Park are a picnic area, cross country ski routes, boat launch, restrooms, horseshoe pits, hiking trails and a shelter house. Pickerel Lake County Park is about a mile southwest of Albert Lea on U.S. Highway 69. This 15-acre park consists of both shoreline and a small knoll which overlooks what has been called a typical prairie lake. Facilities listed for Pickerel Lake County Park are a picnic area, boat launch, restrooms and a shelter house.
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St. Nicholas County Park is on County Road 19, about 3 1/2 miles southeast of Albert Lea. This 13-acre park is on the south side of Albert Lea Lake near the location of a pioneer village once named St. Nicholas. Facilities at this park are limited to a picnic area and a small shelter structure. Nearby is a stateowned boat launch. White Woods Nature Park is a mile south of Twin Lakes and just to the west of U.S. Highway 69. This 176-acre park was once a farm. Now it is a natural woodland-and small prairie locale. Facilities listed for White Woods Nature Park are a picnic area, cross-country ski trails, restrooms, horseshoe pits, hiking trails and a shelter house.
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Green Lea Golf Course 17-19 — Crossroads Campers: Fairgrounds 17 — OXVBO Campers: Fairgrounds 17-18 — Pheasant and Habitat: Fairgrounds 20 — Live United Disc Golf Outing: Bancroft Bay Park 25 — ALMC Foundation Gala: Wedgewood Cove 26 — 3 Man Best Shot Golf Tournament: Green Lea Golf Course 25 — Vintage Pride Snowmobile Race: Fairgrounds
his is a partial listing of local and county events based on information furnished by the Albert Lea Convention and Visitors Bureau.
June
11-12 — Cattle Show: Fairgrounds 11-12 — Eddie Cochran Weekend 11-12 — Low Bucks Car Show: Fairgrounds 11-13— Western Regional Cattle Show: Fairgrounds 12 — Take A Kid Fishing: Edgewater Pier 12 — Bancroft Bay Open: disc golf at Bancroft Bay Park 13 — Cloverleaf Lions Flight Breakfast: Albert Lea Airport 14 — MGA Senior Tour Event: Green Lea Golf Course 18-29 — Knights Baseball Invitational: Baseball Fields 20 — 3 Man Best Shot Golf Tournament: Green Lea Golf Course 22-28 — Motor Inn Car Show: Fairgrounds 22 — Vitality Center Amy’s Cooking Club: Hy-Vee Burger Night 24 — Vitality Center Amy’s Cooking Club: Hy-Vee Take & Bake 26 — Corey Goodnature Memorial Golf Classic: Green Lea Golf Course 28 — PGA Junior Tour Event: Green Lea Golf Course 28 — The United States Air Force Band: ALHS Auditorium
July
2-4 — Downtown Carnival: North Parking Lot 3 — Independence Day Parade: Downtown 4 — Bayside Ski Club Show: North Edgewater Park: 4 — Fireworks: Fountain Lake Park 9-10 — Barrel Racing: Fairgrounds 9 — Old Car Cruising Broadway: South Broadway Parking Lot 10 — April Sorensen Memorial Half Marathon: Albert Lea/ Hayward
October
2-3 — Big Island Rendezvous: Bancroft Bay City Park 22-44 — Fall Bluegrass Festival: Knights Inn Brie Cohen
Ben Groskretoz, 11, celebrates his victory as his opponent Matthew Bjorklund, 11, takes off his head gear while battling each other on an inflatable game in 2009 during the Freeborn County Relay for Life. 13-Aug. 21 — Fashion Art Show: Albert Lea Art Center 15 — Open House: Albert Lea Art Center 15-24 — “The Music Man”: Marion Ross Theatre 17 — Shinefest Tractor Ride: Fairgrounds 17 — Albert Lea Hockey Golf Open: Green Lea Golf Course 19 — Stadheim Jewelers Junior Golf Classic: Green Lea Golf Course 24 — Annual Outdoor Summer Concert: North Broadway Lot 24 — Green Lea Club Tournament: Green Lea Golf Course 24-25 — Midwest Regional Ski Tournament: Edgewater Park 29 — 35th Annual Sparky-Dan Kruse Golf: Wedgewood Cove
August
1— Eagles Pancake Breakfast: Eagles Club 1-21 — Fashion Art Show: Albert Lea Art Center 3-8 — 127th Freeborn County Fair: Fairgrounds 8— City Golf Tournament: Green Lea Golf Course 12 — Party for the Lakes: Edgewater Park 13 — Old Car Cruising Broad-
way: South Broadway Parking Lot 13 — M.I. Arabian Horse Show: Fairgrounds 13-14 — Freeborn County Relay for Life: Fairgrounds 15-21 — Shinefest: Christian community service all over Albert Lea and its vicinity 15 — Fire Dept. Golf Fundraiser: Green Lea Golf Course 18 — Echoes from the Past: Freeborn County Historical Museum 20-22 — Cowboy Mounted Shoot: Fairgrounds 27-28 — Big Island Barbecue Competition: Fairgrounds 28-29 — Flying Lea Disc Golf Championship: Bancroft Bay Park
September
2 — Open House: Albert Lea Art Center 4-6 — Shortstop Golf Tournament: Green Lea Golf Course 5 — Eagles Pancake Breakfast: Eagles Club 10 — Old Car Cruising Broadway: South Broadway Parking lot 10-12 — Ryan “Pie” Truesdell Memorial Sports Tourney: Snyder Fields 12 — Couples Golf Tournament:
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September 3-4 — New Ulm: River Blast & Flotilla, (888) 463-9856, www. riverblast.org 8-12 — Northfield: Defeat of Jesse James Days, (507) 6455604, www.djjd.org 11 — Hollandale: Harvest Festival 11-12 — St. Peter: Rock Bend Folk Festival, (800) 473-3404 12-15— Austin: 64th Annual National Barrow Show, (507) 4331868 17-18 — New Prague: Dozinky (952) 758-4360 17-18 — Faribault: Airfest and Balloon Rally, (800) 658-2354 17-19: Mankato: Wacipi Pow Wow, (800) 657-4733 18 — Waseca: Marching Classic Celebration & Parade, (888) - 9WASECA 20-21 — Wells: Kernel Days 25-26 — Mantorville: Zumbro Bend Rendezvous, (866) 313 8687
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By Geri McShane assistant editor
ne of the highlights of the New Richland Farm & City Days celebration is moving back to its original time and day. The grand parade, which for the past couple of years has been held on Saturday evening, is moving back to Sunday at 1 p.m., with entertainment following, “like it used to be,” said Amy Ihrke of the Farm & City Days Committee. Farm & City Days will be held Friday through Sunday, July 9-11. As in the past, there will be a carnival all three days. The New Richland Idol contest will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, with the location to be announced. Saturday’s events include the annual flower show at City Hall and a pancake breakfast. The Lions will have bingo in the park. There will be concessions. A street dance is being held Saturday night. A new event this year is the anther Fun Run/Walk, which will take place Saturday. The twomile course is open to anyone in the community. There’s no timing involved and no awards to participating. It is simply being held with the idea of people being healthy and staying active. The course will begin at Country Neighbors, then go northeast out of town, past Calvary Cemetery, turning west, and around the curve on 240th Ave., and back to town on Country Road 12, to the finish line at Country Neighbors. Registration on the day of the
run/walk will begin at 7 a.m. in the city park in New Richland with a fee of $15. Those who register by June 10 get the early bird registration fee of $10 and a T-shirt. Contact Mike Weber at (507) 475-1012 for more on registration. Sunday events will most likely include a pancake breakfast and community church service. Not all events were finalized by press time. In addition to Ihrke, committee contacts include Gail Schmidt and Kelly Martens for the parade, Tanya Schlinger for concessions and Carly Solland for the street dance. Farm & City Days has a page on Facebook. For the second year, Hartland will not host its Hartland Harvest Days. Judy Hendrickson, owner of the Village Inn Café, said legal issues and organizers on vacation as the reasons the celebration will not be held this year. “We might try other activity ideas and another date,” said Hendrickson.
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A 1954 Bel-Air was in the car show during Ellendale Days last year.
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llendale Days is Thursday, July 15, to Sunday, July 18. There will be a parade on Saturday as well as food stands and liquor vendors. Sunday is a special day with a dedication to the new Ellendale Area Veterans Memorial. Other events include a pork
chop supper, and a dunk tank sponsored by the Lions Club. Ellendale Liquor will feature Luverne’s Concertina Band on Thursday from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Friday will have the Rocket Dawg band from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Saturday will have a Texas Hold ‘Em tournament starting at 12:30 p.m. and the band Lady Luck will perform from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
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By Linda Holst for the Tribune t takes a village of volunteers to pull off a spectacular Fourth of July celebration in Northwood, Iowa. The festivities begin Friday, July 2, on Central Avenue with music at 7 p.m. by Richie Lee, a Buddy Holly tribute artist. In addition, beginning at 9:30 p.m. is music provided by DJ Harry-O. On Saturday, July 3, the Jaycees will run a 3-on-3 basketball tournament. The afternoon provides activities for children, including a pedal pull organized by the Northwood-Kensett FFA. Fun for the adults can be had by participating in a softball tournament, which continues into Sunday.
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The day will wind down with the band Rhino returning to the beer garden on Central Avenue. Music begins at 9 p.m. Sunday, July 4, begins with a 7 a.m. breakfast at the Methodist Church. Keeping with tradition, the annual Fourth of July Parade begins at 11 a.m. After the parade, continue the holiday celebration at Swensrud Park. Sheltered Reality, a drum and percussion band will share its talent. Food stands, inflatable toys and carnival games provide fun for persons of all ages. The afternoon will include the crowning of royalty of all age groups. As in former years, Little Miss and Mister Northwood. New this year will be Junior Miss and Mister Northwood and Miss and
Mister Northwood. A duck race, sponsored by the Lions Club, will begin at 3 p.m. at the Shell Rock River. The three-day festivities will culminate with fireworks at 10 p.m. at the Northwood Airport. For more details about Northwood’s Fourth of July, go to www.northwoodchamber.org. The summer in Northwood would not be complete without the Worth County Fair. The fair takes place June 23 to 27. Fair Board President Bob Hall said a new carnival, Chippewa Valley Rides, will be present this year. A wristband costs $25 and is good for two days and two evenings. For more, go online to www. worthcountyfair.com.
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lenville Days, scheduled for June 11-13, is bigger this year. For the first time, there will be a 5K walk/run the morning of June 12, with all proceeds going to the Glenville Boosters Fund. The walk/run begins at 8 a.m. in the Glenville Park. People pick up packets at 7 a.m. Registration is $10 for ages 18 and older and $5 for youths. Organizer Sherry Heideman said she has seen more people interested in this event than they originally expected, so they are excited for it. Other Glenville Days events kick off June 11 with a scholar-
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ship supper, the start of the medallion hunt and “Glenville’s Got Talent” on the Main Street Stage. Afterward, DJ Grizzly Sound will play on the Main Street stage until 12:30 a.m. On June 12, there will also be a parade, a king/queen contest, a barbecue pork lunch, kids games and activities, bingo and a tractor ride, among other events. The popular dodgeball tournament will be in the afternoon. Heideman said because last year’s dodgeball tournament was larger than expected, organizers have increased the number of teams that can sign up. At 8:30 p.m., there will be a street dance with the band Arch
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and under. During July and August there will be special Pirates and Princesses cruises. All cruises must have 10 people to leave the dock and can be canceled due to weather. The Pelican Breeze Foundation is ready to kick off its 12th season of cruising on Albert Lea Lake. The Pelican Breeze II has the capability of holding more than 60 people and is a replica of a Mississippi riverboat. It features a public address system, a background music system, a generator, a wet bar, and two bathrooms with sinks and flushable toilets. It has a deck of 55 feet by 14 feet and has an enclosed pilot house and three glass-bottom viewing ports.
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By Sarah Stultz staff writer
ernel Days in Wells will take place Aug. 20-22 with a variety of activities going on for every member of the family. The festival unofficially starts with two events on Aug. 18 and 19, and then officially kicks off Aug. 20 with a party, including free lunch, at Wells Federal Bank. That evening there will be tractor races and other games, along with a band and fireworks to round up the night. On Aug. 21, there will be a breakfast sponsored by the United Methodist youth group, along with a farmers market, car show and tournaments, among other activities. At night there will be a
street dance at the fire hall. On Aug. 22, there will two breakfast fundraisers, a parade at noon and various entertainment afterward. There will also be a petting zoo, a talent show and a community worship service, to name a few. Throughout the weekend there will be inflatables, food stands, the Jaycees beer garden, Lions Bingo, a volleyball tournament and a softball tournament. The petting zoo will be Aug. 21 and 22. Wells Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Andrea Neubauer said there could be additional events pending the results of a grant application. For more information contact (507) 553-6450.
Schedule of events Wednesday, Aug. 18 11 a.m.: Wells Library Foundation salad luncheon, American Legion Thursday, Aug. 19 7 p.m.: Little Miss Kernel Pageant at USC auditorium Friday, Aug. 20 11 a.m.: Kernel Days party, Wells Federal 6 p.m.: Tractor races 8 p.m.: Red Lipstick Band at Half Moon Park 9:45 p.m.: Fireworks Saturday, Aug. 21 8 a.m.: United Methodist Church breakfast at Half Moon Park 8 a.m.: Farmers market at Wells Marketplace Foods
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armony Park Music Garden is once again attracting music followers to the shores of Lake Geneva this summer. The band Wookiefoot is holding a chartable event called Project Earth on June 24-27. Part camping, part concert, part call for social justice, this event asks patrons to bring entertainment, food, crafts, bubble wands and
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he Lake Mills July Jubilee will be held July 9, 10 and 11. All weekend there will be a carnival, a quilt show at the Lake Mills Care Center and a rendezvous on South Mill featuring different demonstrations. Friday will have a street dance at night and a bake and rummage sale throughout the day at the Civic Center. At a time to be determined there will be a wine tasting and food at the 1901 Victorian House and Gardens. Saturday will start with a 5K run/ walk event and later a parade for children near the library. The FFA will hold an antique tractor event and will end with a street dance from 8 to midnight. Sunday will begin with a breakfast in the Community School as well as a radio controlled air show at the airport. On Mill Street there will be a classic car and motorcycle show.
Schedule of events Friday, July 9: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.: Sidewalk sales 9 a.m.-5 p.m.: Bake sale and rummage sale at Civic Center Noon-5 p.m.: 5K run/walk 5:30: Little Mr. and Miss contest at Mills Theater 8 p.m.-midnight: Street dance with Milk and Honey 9 p.m.: DJ and karoake at Cruiser’s Route 69 Saturday, July 10: 7:30 a.m.: 5K run/walk 9 a.m.-5 p.m.: Sidewalk sales 9 a.m.-5 p.m.: Flea and craft vendors at Oakwood Park 9:30 a.m.: Kiddie parade 10:30 a.m.: Parade 11 a.m.: Mud bogging 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.: Community picnic at Oakwood Park 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m.: Inflatable games at Oakwood Park 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m.: Antique Tractor Event
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arbecue chicken and fireworks are what Bricelyn’s Fourth of July Celebration is best known for. These events and many more will be enjoyed by young and old over a three-day holiday weekend. Friday kicks off with a garden tour at 6 p.m. Afterward enjoy ice cream at the Senior Center. Thereafter, end your evening at-
tending the dance at the American Legion. The dance is 8:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Saturday lace up your tennis shoes for the third year in the running 5K Chicken Run. Co-ed volleyball will be held all day long. Elementary-age boys will participate in a wrestling match. New this year is an art show at the Community Center, which will be open Saturday and Sunday. Local artist, Sarah Erickson, presently living in Duluth, will display her work. At 1 p.m. is the parade. Grand marshals will be firemen and ambulance retirees. The fun continues after the parade with a horse show, including a petting zoo. An event sure to bring a large crowd is the mud bog. Snowmobiles race through mud. If you prefer noise in the form of music, the Village Park will have music by Dunnell Lenort and The Good Times Band. Bring your appetite to the barbecue chicken dinner, which begins serving at 4 p.m. Enter-
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Noon-3 p.m.: Free entertainment at Oakwood Park 12:30 p.m.: 3-on-3 basketball contest 1 p.m.-3:30 p.m.: Tours of Victorian House Museum and Country School Museum 2 p.m.: Pool tournament at Cruiser’s Route 69 3 p.m.: Sanctioned pedal tractor pull ages 4 to adult 8 p.m. - midnight: Street dance with Sell Out Stereo 9 p.m.: Karoake at Cruiser’s Route 69 Sunday, July 11: 8 a.m. - noon: Ambulance pancake and sausage breakfast at the Lake Mills Community School 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Radio Controlled Air Show at the airport 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.: Tours of Victorian House Museum and Country School Museum 3 p.m.: Quilt show judging at the Lake Mills Care Center
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tainment continues with an 8 p.m. variety show at the Lutheran Church. Bricelyn brags of some of the best fireworks in the area. This is the 53rd year people will enjoy the lights in the sky. Fireworks begin at dusk. To go with the fireworks, a street dance at Wildman’s will begin at 8:30 p.m. Sunday culminates the weekend with a 7:30 a.m. Fireman’s breakfast at the Legion. And a community worship service will commence at 9 a.m. in the City Park. Add to these three days of fun, a medallion hunt. The first clue will be printed in the July 1 edition of the Courier-Sentinel. Clues will be posted at Bud’s Café and other locations throughout the weekend celebration. The finder of the medallion will be awarded $100. Bricelyn’s Historical Museum and Little Red School House will be open, free of charge Saturday 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to noon.
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he 24th annual Eddie Cochran Weekend car show will be held rain or shine on June 11 and 12 in Albert Lea. It is sponsored by the Low Bucks Car Club. Friday, June 11, will feature a cruise at the Country Inn and Suites on East Main Street at 9 p.m. Saturday, June 12, will start with a hospice walk and run at 7:30 a.m. at the Freeborn County Fairgrounds. Then there will be a pancake breakfast from 8 to 11 a.m. at the fairgrounds. Registrants can sign up for the car show and swap at the fairground from 8 to noon at the fairgrounds on Saturday. The show will be from noon to 4, with trophies awarded at 3:30 p.m. There is a $10 fee for registering. Public can attend the car show for $2. There will also be an Eddie Cochran and Marion Ross display at the Freeborn County Historical
Museum on Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The 26-mile car cruise will start at the fairgrounds at 6:30 p.m. A line-up and social will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. The cruise will end on North Broadway Avenue in Albert Lea just in time for the free street dance. The dance will be held from 8 p.m. to midnight on North Broadway. There will be music by Don and the Beachcomers. It will feature a special guest performer on June 12 from 1 to 2 p.m. Dutch singer and guitarist Roland Verbruggen will perform. He said he was inspired by Eddie Cochran and will be doing a musical tribute to Eddie Cochran. Cochran was born Oct. 3, 1938, in Albert Lea. He started playing the guitar when he was 12 years old and toured as a country music performer in California. He switched to rock in 1957 with “Sitting on the Balcony.” Other hits include “Summer-
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Cars line up for the Low Bucks Car Cruise at the Freeborn County Fairgrounds. People like to sit on lawn chairs in front of their houses as the classic cars drive by. The cruise leaves Albert Lea on U.S. 65, goes through Glenville, cuts over to U.S. 69, up to Albert Lea and motors down Fountain Street. time Blues,” “C’mon Everybody,” “Something Else” and “Jeannie, Jeannie, Jeannie.”
Cochran died in 1960 when the cab taking him to Heathrow Airport crashed.
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he Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa stays overnight in Clear Lake for the first time since 1999. The granddaddy of them all rolls through Clear Lake State Park and into the city from the south on Tuesday, July 27. RAGBRAI attracts about 8,000 registered riders and another 2,000 or so extras. Plus, at each stop, many locals and folks from neighboring towns come to enjoy the festivities. The theme for Clear Lake is Surf’s Up. Entertainment will be featured on two stages in downtown Clear Lake, plus a beach party at City Beach with hula hoops, limbo and other beach games. Topping the bill in Clear Lake is the band The Spin Doctors. They play at the bandshell at 6:30 p.m. The opening act is the Jimmy Buffet tribute band The Parrots of the Caribbean.
p.m. over Clear Lake. And Tommy Typhoon’s Jet Ski Show will wow audiences from 5 to 6:30 p.m. This year’s RAGBRAI is one of the flattest routes ever. More information can be found at ragbrai.com and clearlakeragbrai. com. Nonriders are welcome to head to Clear Lake and join in Tim Engstrom the July 27 festivities. RAGBRAI rolls across Iowa in 2006. The Other summer fun bike ride rolls into Clear Lake this July. in Clear Lake includes the Fourth of July Minnesota band Bob and the Celebration June 30 to July 5, Beachcombers perform from Bicycles, Blues and BBQ July 9 to noon until 5 p.m. 11, Central Gardens Walk & Talk Stan The Pan Man — Stan Dahl June 13, Taste of Clear Lake June of Des Moines — will bring the 17, the Iowa Independent Film sounds of steel drums and other Caribbean instruments to the wel- Festival July 16-18, the Classic Wooden Boat Show July 17, Iowa coming ears of RAGBRAI riders. Storytelling Festival July 23-24, Other performers are DuelArt Sail July 24, Lakeside Dixiefest ing Guitars, The Jumbies, and July 24-25, Inter Lakes Regatta Hitchville. Aug. 5-6 — and more. A fireworks show starts at 10
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Page 38 — Albert Lea Tribune, Wednesday, June 9, 2010 Continued from Page 29 Twins vs. Cleveland Children will get to see the Twins play Cleveland at the new Target Field. Tickets are for the Home Run Porch for Park and Rec days. When: July 21 Time: Bus leaves City Arena at 9:30 a.m., game starts at 12:10 p.m. and bus will return to City Arena at approximately 5 p.m. Where: Target Field, children are to wear their Park and Rec T-shirt Fee: $25 in town, $30 out of town. Register by July 16 Faribault Family Aquatic Center When: July 28 Time: Bus leaves City Arena at 10 a.m. and returns approximately at 4 p.m. Where: Faribault Family Aquatic Center Fee: $10 in town, $15 out of town Register by July 23 Water Aerobics Ages 14-adult Pool noodles, aquatic gloves and barbell floaters are used as children take part in water aerobics from June 7 to Aug. 19. There will be no class during fair week. The fee is $40 in town and $45 for out of town. When: June 16-Aug. 18 Mondays and Wednesdays 7:30-8:30 a.m. Sunday and Tuesday evenings 7:30-8:30 p.m. Fee: $40 in town, $45 out of town Fourth Annual Doggie Dip The Albert Lea Aquatic Center will open up the pool for the dogs once during the summer from 6:30-8 p.m. The fee will be $4 (includes two human companions) and $1 for every additional human. Dogs must have proof of current vaccinations. Co-Ed Sand Volleyball Tournament There will be a sand volleyball tournament June 19 at 8:30 a.m. at the Snyder Field Complex. The entry fee will be $70. There will be pool play for two games with upper and lower divisions. All team will advance to a single elimination tournament. Each team will be asked to supply two officials. The deadline to enter is June 11. For more information contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 377-4370.
Cheerleading Camp Ages 7 to 13 years Children can learn the basic cheers, lifts, dance routines of other activities involved in cheerleading. Participants will receive their own pom-poms. Session one: June 14-18 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Lakeview Park or 1-3 p.m. at Hayek Park. Session two: June 21-25 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Valley Park or 1-3 p.m. at Academy Park. Session three: July 5-9 from 9:3011:30 a.m. at Southwest Park or 1-3 p.m. at Troy-Hammer Park. The fee is $20 in town and $25 for out of town.
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Event schedule June 7- July 22: Storytime on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. June 7- July 25: “Make a Splash: Read!” summer reading program June 8- July 20: Library Afternoon Fun every Tuesday at 2 p.m. June 9- July 21: Art Zones Studio every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. June 9- July 21: Movie Day every Wednesday at 2 p.m. June 10-July 22: Nighttime storytime at 6 p.m. June 10: Magician Jim Jayes, 2 and 3 p.m. June 17: Pirate Tales, 2 and 3 p.m. June 24: Mall of America Underwater Adventure, 2 and 3 p.m. July 1: Red, White and Blue Party: 2 p.m. July 8: Okee Dokee Brothers, 2 and 3 p.m. July 15: Bingo, 2 p.m. July 22: Zoo-man, 2 and 3 p.m.
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library imagine anything A By Sarah Stultz staff writer
rea children will have the chance to make a real splash this summer at the Albert Lea Public Library. Beginning the week of June 7 through July 25, storytime will be each week on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m., with an additional nighttime storytime on Thursdays at 6 p.m. Storytime usually includes reading, fingerplays and crafts. Every Tuesday from June 8 through July 20 will be Library Afternoon Fun at 2 p.m., when chilBrie Cohen dren can enjoy crafts Joshua Thorson creates a large bubble with a bub- and games. ble wand at the Fountain Lake Gazebo on ThursEvery Wednesday day during the Albert Lea Library’s Kids Summer from June 9 through Celebration. The event had bubble blowing, hula July 21 will be Art Zones hooping, crafts, games and fake tattoos. Studio at 10:30 a.m. and
a movie at 2 p.m. Every Thursday from June 10 through July 22 will be special events, including Magician Jim Jayes, bingo, and other celebrations. The Summer Reading Program begins June 7 under the theme of “Make a Splash: Read!” Children can read books, depending on their reading level, and win prizes for the amount they have read. The program ends July 25. Sign up online at www.alplonline.org. The library is in City Hall, 211 E. Clark St., and can be reached at 3774356. It is open Sundays through Thursdays. In 2007, there were 1,068 children in the Summer Reading Program. In 2009, there were 2,806.
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rea residents will have the opportunity to see some of the best water skiing in the Upper Midwest in late July as Albert Lea hosts the Midwest Regional Show Ski Tournament. The Bayside Skiers Water Ski Show Team will host the the tournament on Edgewater Bay of Fountain Lake July 24 and 25. Expected are national champions and three other teams that have placed in the top five at national tournaments. “Bayside wanted to host this tournament as a way to showcase our town, to showcase our team and to showcase our park,” said Bayside President Mike Johnson, who is also serving as the tournament co-director. The team last hosted the tournament in 2006, and it turned out to be one of the hottest weekends on record. He said for that reason, many local people who may otherwise have come to take in the weekend’s activities stayed home. He said he’s hoping for better weather this year so more people can come out to the park. “We learned a thing or two since last time,” he added. There’s no admission charge for the tournament, so it’s a fun, free weekend of entertainment for local citizens. It’s also expected to be a boon for the economy. Local hotels, gas stations, restaurants and other businesses will benefit from the influx of visitors, Johnson said. People will also be able to watch the individual competition on Saturday, starting tentatively at 8 a.m. This will include swivel, strap doubles and team jump. “The great thing about show skiing is that you don’t have to know a lot about waterskiing to make it fun to watch,” Johnson said. “It’s very family-friendly entertainment.” In the team competition, each team performs a show within a one-hour time frame. Each team also gets 20 minutes to set up and 10 minutes to tear down. There is a skit, but added to that
are barefooting, jumping and wakeboarding routines, combined with grace and beauty of the swivel, doubles, trios and ballet. Add the amazing teamwork that goes into building a pyramid of three, four or five levels, and there’s truly something for everyone to enjoy, he said. “Each team will have new themes and routines,” Johnson added. Judging is performed by five judges in the areas of execution, difficulty, flow and spectator appeal on a 0- to 25-point scale. Teams expected at this year’s tournament are: Bayside of Albert Lea; Rochester Water Ski Team; Ski Otters of White Bear Lake; Twin Cities River Rats of Minneapolis; Little Crow of New London-Spicer; Aqua Addicts of Aberdeen, S.D.; Sioux Falls (S.D.) Water Ski Team; Waterhawks Ski Team of Evansdale, Iowa; The Five Seasons Ski Team of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; and the Hartwick Huskys Ski Team of Delhi, Iowa. Parking for people attending the tournament will be at the west end of Edgewater Park. There will be bleachers with some room for blankets and lawn chairs. Otherwise, people who get there early get the better spots on shore. Concessions will be available at the park during the tournament.
Bayside Skiers There are a number of acts in show skiing that begin looking like one thing, yet become something else. The Bayside Skiers Water Ski Show Team is capitalizing on that this year as it presents “Master of Disguise.” “I thought the disguised act and of course the whole evil villain and his nasty plot being foiled by the good guy is always a fun show,” said Deanne Zogg, this year’s show director, of her choice of theme. In the show, Pistachio, the celebrated “good guy,” is coming to a homeown reunion with his extended family and community to celebrate his success as a “Master of Disguise.” He has
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his year’s Hollandale Harvest Festival features all the favorites of years past plus some new events. On the traditional first Saturday after Labor Day, this year’s festival is Sept. 11 starting at 8 a.m. Amy Ogren, chairwoman of the festival, said events will kick off with a pancake breakfast outside the Hollandale Fire Hall and rummage sales at Hollandale Christian School and various places. There will be arts, crafts and produce vendors, along with horse and wagon rides. One of the most popular parts of the Hollandale Harvest Festival — Motor Madness — will begin at 10 a.m. with car football, followed by a mud bog in the field behind Mr. Machinery. Ogren said this is the first year to have the grand parade back after a hiatus of several yeras. New this year will be water wars hosted by the fire department in the evening. The location for this
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has not yet been determined. The day’s events will end with entertainment at the Hollandale Three in One Bar & Restaurant. Proceeds are given to the Hollandale First Responders and go toward purchasing a new emergency vehicle. Ogren said $6,200 was raised last year.
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rea residents are sure to keep busy the weekend of June 18-20 during Alden’s Morin Lake Days — which is set up this year to celebrate 100 years of Boy Scouting. Events kick off Friday, June 18, with the start of a medallion hunt at noon, followed by a fishing contest and supper served by local Scouts.
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Also that day is a kiddie parade, tractor pull and softball tournament. On Saturday, the tournament will continue. In the morning Saturday, June 19, there will be a fun run, consisting of either a 10K, three-mile run or one-mile run/walk. Contact Janet Poeschl at 874-3754 with questions about signing up. There will be various other events that morning as well, including a luncheon, entertainment and a show with homebased business vendors. At 7 p.m. will be the Morin Lake Days Parade with the Alden Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts as the grand marshals. After the parade, there will be two dances, one for teens and one for adults, along with fireworks at dusk over Morin Lake. On Sunday, June 20, the softball tournament will continue. There will also be a Lions Club pancake breakfast and a worship service for the whole community at the Morin Lake boat landing.
Event schedule Friday, June 18 Noon: Medallion hunt begins. Clues posted on front door of City Hall. 1 to 3 p.m.: Lions Club fishing contest. 5 to 7:30 p.m.: Boy Scouts serving supper by the lake. $6 a plate. 6:30 p.m.: Legion Auxiliary kiddie parade. Evening: Sons of American Legion softball at North Park. Saturday, June 19 All day: Softball and volleyball tournaments at North Park. All day: Food stand at North Park. 8 to 11 a.m.: Methodist Church women serving coffee and treats. 9 a.m.: Morin Lake Days Fun Run. (Includes a 10K, 3-mile run and 1-mile run/walk). 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.: LeVerne
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Doubles couples prepare to go off the main dock during a Bayside Skiers show in 2009. distant relative (Fred), who is an July 4 and Labor Day. uncool, unpopular wallflower Zogg said it’s not too late to who is in complete awe of Pisjoin the fun. tachio’s abilities to do so much “The team is small and we are good and keep all of the evil looking for more members to join dudes under control, keeping in the fun, but we will use all the peace for all. He wishes to bemembers of the team to provide come an apprentice. a great show,” she added. The evil dude, Dare Towantaski, Team ski practice is on Tuesday along with his henchmen, steal evenings with supper at 6 p.m. for the traveling exhibit of precious ski members. water ski artifacts and the com“We are trying some new munity requires the help of the individual practice schedules entire Disguiski family to find the this year to accommodate artifacts and save the day! more people’s schedules,” Zogg Zogg said the show is loosely added. based on the movie. A great In addition to being show direcdeal of humor has been written tor and writing the script, Zogg into the show. is the boat driving captain and “We will be skiing a variety made the costumes. Other capof water skiing acts and showtains are: Brian Zogg, barefootcasing the many talents of the ing and around the boat; Mike team,” Zogg said. “There will Johnson, doubles, pyramids and be good music, colorful costrios; and Ike Dulas, jump and tumes and a fun family evening specialty acts. complete with refreshments The Bayside Skiers is hosting the being available each Thursday Midwest Regional Water Ski Tourevening. nament July 24 and 25. The team will begin present“It is an exciting year not only ing regular Thursday shows for our team but for the commustarting in mid-June. Dress nity,” Zogg said. rehearsals will start June 10. Admission to the Bayside SkiPre-show activities start at 6:15 ers’ shows is free, but the club p.m. and the main show is at does pass the hat to help defray 7 in Edgewater Park. There are expenses and keep the show on also 2 p.m. shows scheduled on the water.
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he disc golf group in Albert Lea is the Flying Lea Disc Golf Club. It takes its name from the Green Lea Golf Course across the street from Bancroft Bay Park, where Albert Lea has two disc golf courses. The newer 18-hole course is in the lower part of the park and the older nine-hole course is in the upper part. The Flying Lea Disc Golf Club — www.flyinglea.org — meets at 4 p.m. Sundays for a handicap league and at 4 p.m. Thursdays for a random doubles league. The club already has held several tournaments in the spring and intends to hold more this summer. The Bancroft Bay Open takes place June 12. The registration is 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., with a meeting of players at 9:45 a.m., and tee time at 10 a.m. Thirty-six holes will be played, with an hour break for lunch. There are divisions based
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on skill level: Open ($30 entry fee), Advanced ($20) and Intermediate ($10). The Flying Lea Disc Golf Championship is the culmination of the handicap league to determine the club champ. It takes place with four rounds over two days, Aug. 28-29, in a bracket-style tournament. Last year, more than $500 in prizes were awarded. Entry is free, but participants must be club members. On Sept. 11 is the Lions Club Doubles Tournament. This disc golf tournament is open to members and non-members alike. People who show up will be paired into random doubles, who will compete for prize money. There are nine-hole disc golf courses found in Clarks Grove, Northwood and Lake Mills. There is Clarks Grove tourney on July 5, and Northwood has an active league. The Northwood Open happens July 24, with a 10 Buck Monson Photography a.m. tee time. Visit northwooddis- Nick Flores attempts a long-distance putt on Hole 5 during the final cgolfclub.wordpress.com. round of Flying Lea Championship in late August 2009.
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Opened in 1966. The course is one-half mile east off I-90 (exit 166) on County Road 46, Hayward near a KOA site. Address: 83997 County Road 46 Phone: (507) 373-3886 Number of holes: 9 Par: 27 Type: Public Guest fees: adults $10 for 9, $15 for 18 with cart; youths (15 and under) is $7.50 for nine, $10 for 18 Memberships: Student $49, Adult $99, Family $230, Senior $99 Yardages: 2,579 (white tees), 2,429 (red tees) Carts: $10 for nine, $15 for 18
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Northwood Golf and Country Club Opened in 1923, it is located just off Highway 65 in Northwood. Open seven days a week. Address: 1391 490th St., Northwood, Iowa Phone: (641) 324-1662 Number of holes: 9 Par: 36 Type: Public Guest fees: $9 weekday (nine holes), $11 weekend (nine holes); $16 weekday (18 holes), $18 weekend (18 holes). Memberships: Junior $125, College $225, First-year Single $390, Couple $425, First-year family $400 Yardages: 3,002 (white), 2,755 (red) Carts: $1 per hole
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The newest golf course in the area enters its second season. Wedgewood features a par 72 18-hole course with driving range and putting green. The clubhouse will offer dining options for lunch and dinner. The Wedgewood will provide fine dining for lunch and dinner with The Cove will be a bar and grill for casual dining. Address: 2200 W. Ninth St., Albert Lea Phone: (507) 373-2007 Number of holes: 18 Par: 72 Type: Public Guest fees (cart included): Nine holes Monday through Thursday $25, 18 holes $45. Friday through Sunday and holidays: nine holes $30, 18 holes $55. Allday with cart $75. Walking green fees Monday through Thursday nine holes: $20; 18 holes $35; Friday through Saturday and holidays nine holes $25; 18 holes $45 Season passes (includes unlimited range use, 20 percent off all apparel, 15 percen off hard goods, 10 percent off all golf
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Wells Golf Club Located in Wells on 801 First Ave. SW. Open seven days a week 8 a.m. until sunset. A par-3 and par-4 course. Address: 801 1st Avenue SW, Wells. Phone: (507) 553-3313 Number of holes: 9 Par: 31 (white tees), 32 (red tees) Type: Public Guest fees: $10/weekday, $15/ weekend. Memberships: Social $55, Student $65, College Student $95, Single $135, Couple $210, Family $250. Yardages: 2,044 (white tees), 1,930 (red tees) Carts: Available.
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Built in 1949, the course is located at 101 Richway Drive, Albert Lea. Open 8 a.m. until dark. Pro shop open around 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Bar opens at 4 p.m. Restaurant opens Monday to Friday, lunches 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and breakfasts Saturdays and Sundays from 7 to 11:30 a.m. Address: 101 Richway Drive, Albert Lea Phone: (507) 373-1061 Number of holes: 18 Par: 72 (men), 71 (women) Type: Public Guest fees: Weekdays: nine holes $14, 18 holes $25. Weekends: nine holes $15, 18 holes $28. Memberships: Single (23 and older) $799, Senior single (weekday only) $699, Senior couple (weekday only) $899, Couple $999, Family $1,099, Junior (17 and under) $269, Junior (18 to 22) $369. Yardages: 6,213 (Blue tees), 5,991 (White tees), 5,049 (Red tees)
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he Albert Lea Family Y summer hours will be Monday through Thursday 5 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., Fridays 5 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., Saturdays 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Sundays 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Special events for the Family Y include British Soccer and youth soccer. British Soccer will be June 7-11. Private swim lessons for youth and adults are available. The fee is $60 for members and $75 for nonmembers. The lessons are six half-hour sessions. The Albert Lea Family Y offers 11 different fitness classes. Here are some:
Opened in 1969 the course is four miles west of Manchester on County Road 25 in Freeborn. Address: 25177 665th Ave., Freeborn. Phone: (507) 863-2288 Number of holes: 9 Par: 36 Type: Public Guest fees: Weekdays nine holes $13; Weekdays 18 holes: $20; Weekends and holidays nine holes $15; Weekends and holidays 18 holes $24. Memberships: Family $645, Couple $560, Single $415, College (to age 24) $275, Student $175, Seniors: Single $390, Couples $535. Yardages: 3,002 (White tees) Carts: Nine holes: $13; 18 holes $23.
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he AARP/Blue Zones Vitality Project brought the national spotlight to Albert Lea in 2009. It was a communitywide effort, spurred by National Geographic explorer and “The Blue Zones” author Dan Buettner, to live longer, healthier and happier lives through simple changes. But the work didn’t end there. The local leaders of the Vitality Project started an organization called the National Vitality Center, and it continues to organize and lead local efforts to improve quality of life in the Albert Lea area. The organization for 2010 has a summer full of activities for children and adults to be physically active, learn how to grow, choose and prepare healthy foods and rejuvenate mind and spirit. Below you will find some of the ways the Vitality Project is continuing the legacy of the Blue Zones organization. Stay tuned as the summer progresses for even more activities to encourage individual wellness and personal well being in our community. For additional information on any of these events, visit website www.nationalvitalitycenter.org or contact the National Vitality Center at (507) 369-5545. Walking Initiative Moai is a term that originates in Okinawa, Japan, where children are put into small groups with other children when they are young and they remain friends for life. People in Albert Lea have joined into walking moai — or groups — to compete for points. Points are awarded for steps. The competition runs through Aug. 10, with a finale on Aug. 26. Results are posted weekly at www. nationalvitalitycenter.org. Biking Initiative: The are weekly bicycle rides originating at Martin’s Cycling & Fitness at 6 p.m. Wedesdays. A Thursday evening women’s
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half marathon full heart By Nick Gerhardt sports editor
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he April Sorensen Memorial Half Marathon will be held July 10 beginning in Albert Lea and ending in Hayward. The half marathon is 13.1 miles and begins at 8 a.m. It’s the third year the event has taken place and it is run in memory of Albert Lea High School graduate April Sorensen, who was found dead in her Rochester home in 2007. Her case remains unsolved. Sorensen enjoyed running marathons with her sister and father and often they participated in marathons together. Sorensen completed three relays with her dad and sister and ran others on her own. The half marathon draws many of her former classmates and others who know the family. The half marathon also attracts people who haven’t run marathons before and because it’s
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Ten-year-old Chloe Stripe has her shirt signed by Blue Zones founder Dan Buettner in 2009. The Albert Lea Vitality Project by Blue Zones and AARP sprung forth community efforts to live healthy lifestyles and resulted in the founding of the National Vitality Center. well. Coming up this summer: dren’s Center, 4-H and others. ride is being planned and sev• Family Burger Night, June 22 eral Saturday morning rides for at Hy-Vee Life Purpose Initiative: families of all ages departing • Take and Bake Night, June 24 A citywide event is in the from the Albert Lea Farmers Marat Hy-Vee planning stages comprising two ket is in the making. Check out • Easy & Healthy, Summer Fun, purpose workshops in late sumwww.nationalvitalitycenter.org mer or early fall. Dates and times July 20 at Albert Lea High School for upcoming dates and times. • It’s Grillin Time, Take Two, are to be determined. The Vitality Center hopes to connect with Edgewater Park, Main Pavilion, Faith Initiative: local businesses and churches to Aug. 17 and Aug. 31 The Vitality Center Faith Initia• Healthy Eating Grocery Store offer purpose seminars. tive is planning to participate in Tour, Part I, Aug. 3; Part II, Aug. 10 this year’s Shinefest activities in • Hy-Vee Kids’ Club Summer August. Other efforts are in the Camp, Aug. 23-27 at Hy-Vee Healthy Cooking Initiative: planning stages. For more information or to regAmy Pleimling, dietitian for Hyister for any of the above cookVee Foods, has created a cookGarden Initiative: ing classes, refer to your Albert ing moai. Children and adult All summer long, the chilLea Area Community Education cooking classes will be offered dren’s garden at Halverson Summer 2010 pamphlet or regismonthly. These classes teach Elementary School will have ter online at http://albertlea.k12. adults and children how to live various youth groups utilizing mn.us or call 379-4834. healthier by eating and cooking the area, including The Chil-
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event goes toward two $500 scholarships to the Albert Lea, AldenConger, and Glenville-Emmons school districts, along with helping to fund the Blazing Star Trail. The first place male and female finishers are awarded $500 while the second place finishers earn $250 and third place $100. Relay teams with a coed, male, and female division receive $100. Brie Cohen The entry fee for A runner pushes himself to the finish line in individuals is $50 July of 2009. prior to July 9 and $60 on the day of a half marathon it helps those the race. The fee is $100 for relay people become familiar with the teams prior to July 9 and $120 on rigors of a marathon. the day of the race. The money raised from the
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local history on display
By Ed Shannon staff writer
I
f residents and visitors are after a more educational experience this summer, then the Freeborn County Historical Museum, Library and Historical Village, 1031 N. Bridge Ave., is the place to visit. The museum is open Tuesdays through Fridays from 10 a.m. to
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Antiques of the Midwest
5 p.m., and Saturdays on June 12, July 10, and Aug. 7 from 1 to 4 p.m. The museum, is open for special events only on Sundays. Visitors can take a self-guided tour through the museum and village or schedule a guided tour. Admission to the museum and village is $5. “Arrangements can be made for conducted tours and programs about the history of Free-
Featuring a wide variety of genuine antiques
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Service
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Albert Lea Tribune, Wednesday, June 9, 2010 — Page 17
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born County,” said Pat Mulso, executive director and curator of the museum. “Groups can have lunch catered in. We are happy to work with people.” The museum features exhibits on local folks who made it big: Eddie Cochran and Marion Ross. New displays include an expanded Marion Ross exhibit and the Minnesota Rock and Country Music Hall of Fame exhibits. There are other exhibitsb based on Albert Lea residents, immigrants and life in Albert Lea through the decades. The museum’s library is open Tuesdays through Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The library’s research services include mail and phone requests, audio tape player, a photocopy machine, microfiche readers, microfilm readers and printer. There are four computers for public use with Internet access to genealogical data. The library’s archive resources include Freeborn County history books for 1882, 1911 and 1988, and name indexes for 1882, 1911, and 1988; Freeborn County newspapers on microfilm and in bound volumes from 1857-2009; most Community magazines from 1921 to 1964; an obituary index; census for Freeborn County on microfilm; city directories for Freeborn County, 1899 to date; Albert Lea telephone books, 1905 to date; Albert Lea High School yearbooks; plat maps; insurance maps; vertical files; photographs and oral histories; church histories
and records; family stories and genealogies; and more. Museum exhibits include a kitchen and living room of yesteryear, musical instruments, a toy exhibit, a doctor/dentist office, a printing office, a doll display, pioneer living and more, The village features 18 stops that will take any visitor back in time.
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Downtown Albert Lea • 373-6793 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9:30-5:00 Thurs. 9:30-7, Sat. 9:30-3 Special Orders Welcome
228 S Broadway • Albert Lea, MN
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Event schedule • Eddie Cochran Weekend, June 11 (10 a.m.-5 p.m.) and June 12 (11 a.m. -5 p.m.) Roland Verbruggen, special visitor from Belgium, will be singing at 1 p.m. in the lower level of the museum on June 12. • Museum will be serving food at the Farmer’s Market from 4 to 6 p.m. on June 23, July 28 and Aug. 25 • Defensive driving classes at the museum on July 13, Aug. 10 and Sept. 14, participants must register. • Historical bus tour, July 22 • Swiss steak fundraiser at American Legion, July 30 • Echoes of the Past cemetery walk at Graceland Cemetery, Aug. 18, starting at 6:30 p.m. Genealogical Crossroads Workshop at museum. Aug. 28 & 29, must pre-register • Autumn in the Village, Sept. 19
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Page 32 — Albert Lea Tribune, Wednesday, June 9, 2010
local history on display
By Ed Shannon staff writer
I
f residents and visitors are after a more educational experience this summer, then the Freeborn County Historical Museum, Library and Historical Village, 1031 N. Bridge Ave., is the place to visit. The museum is open Tuesdays through Fridays from 10 a.m. to
SUMMER TIMES 2010
Antiques of the Midwest
5 p.m., and Saturdays on June 12, July 10, and Aug. 7 from 1 to 4 p.m. The museum, is open for special events only on Sundays. Visitors can take a self-guided tour through the museum and village or schedule a guided tour. Admission to the museum and village is $5. “Arrangements can be made for conducted tours and programs about the history of Free-
Featuring a wide variety of genuine antiques
218 S. Washington • Albert Lea • 377-8212 Hours: Mon-Sat 10-4, Sun 12-4
CUSTOM EMBROIDERY
Professional
Directory
1663 W. Main St. Albert Lea, MN Mon.-Fri. 10-9 p.m. Sat. 10-5pm, Sun. 1-5 507.377.TANS (8267) Open 7 days a week
• 15 or 20 minute tanning beds • Walk-ins welcome • Full line of tanning products • Skin Conditioning Hydration Spa • Custom Airbrush Tanning
Tim Engstrom
Highway 218 North and I-90 • Austin, MN
www.oakparkmallmn.com 507-437-7634
Serving the area’s real estate needs since 1978
Emelie Paulson, CRS, SRES • 383-1659 Jim Paulson, SES • 383-4760
RE/MAX PROPERTIES
412 E. William, Albert Lea • 377-2752 www.paulsonhomes.com
George R. Lundstrom D.D.S. 209 N. 9th Ave. • Albert Lea, MN 56007
507-377-1659–Office • 507-377-1650–Fax 507-373-4665–Home
“Excellence is our chosen path”
to suit any occasion or need
The Freeborn County Historical Museum is on Bridge Avenue.
Service
We buy & sell gently used children, juniors & maternity clothing, baby gear, shoes, toys & Etc.
Albert Lea Tribune, Wednesday, June 9, 2010 — Page 17
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born County,” said Pat Mulso, executive director and curator of the museum. “Groups can have lunch catered in. We are happy to work with people.” The museum features exhibits on local folks who made it big: Eddie Cochran and Marion Ross. New displays include an expanded Marion Ross exhibit and the Minnesota Rock and Country Music Hall of Fame exhibits. There are other exhibitsb based on Albert Lea residents, immigrants and life in Albert Lea through the decades. The museum’s library is open Tuesdays through Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The library’s research services include mail and phone requests, audio tape player, a photocopy machine, microfiche readers, microfilm readers and printer. There are four computers for public use with Internet access to genealogical data. The library’s archive resources include Freeborn County history books for 1882, 1911 and 1988, and name indexes for 1882, 1911, and 1988; Freeborn County newspapers on microfilm and in bound volumes from 1857-2009; most Community magazines from 1921 to 1964; an obituary index; census for Freeborn County on microfilm; city directories for Freeborn County, 1899 to date; Albert Lea telephone books, 1905 to date; Albert Lea High School yearbooks; plat maps; insurance maps; vertical files; photographs and oral histories; church histories
and records; family stories and genealogies; and more. Museum exhibits include a kitchen and living room of yesteryear, musical instruments, a toy exhibit, a doctor/dentist office, a printing office, a doll display, pioneer living and more, The village features 18 stops that will take any visitor back in time.
When words aren’t enough... say it with a sparkle for any occasion
202 S. Broadway, Albert Lea 373-3925 • 800-339-7115 Financing Available
Stop in for our summer
ShapeUps
• salads • smoothies • lattes • frappes Student Discounts!
SHAPE UP WHILE YOU WALK!
“Put Yourself In Our Shoes”
Reinertson’s Embroidery 127 S. Broadway, Albert Lea 56007 507-373-0751 • 877-727-1995
Downtown Albert Lea • 373-6793 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9:30-5:00 Thurs. 9:30-7, Sat. 9:30-3 Special Orders Welcome
228 S Broadway • Albert Lea, MN
377-0848
112 S. Broadway • 373-3000
Event schedule • Eddie Cochran Weekend, June 11 (10 a.m.-5 p.m.) and June 12 (11 a.m. -5 p.m.) Roland Verbruggen, special visitor from Belgium, will be singing at 1 p.m. in the lower level of the museum on June 12. • Museum will be serving food at the Farmer’s Market from 4 to 6 p.m. on June 23, July 28 and Aug. 25 • Defensive driving classes at the museum on July 13, Aug. 10 and Sept. 14, participants must register. • Historical bus tour, July 22 • Swiss steak fundraiser at American Legion, July 30 • Echoes of the Past cemetery walk at Graceland Cemetery, Aug. 18, starting at 6:30 p.m. Genealogical Crossroads Workshop at museum. Aug. 28 & 29, must pre-register • Autumn in the Village, Sept. 19
3 Tacos for $5
Good until end of Labor day
Consignment
T-N-T
Used Appliance Store Sales and Repair 121 N. Broadway, Albert Lea, MN Brock Tufte, Owner Phone: 507-373-6022
Fresh Floral for any occasion 212 S Broadway, Albert Lea 507-373-9733 Tues., Wed. & Fri. 10-5:00 Thurs. 10-8, Sat. 9-3 Closed Sundays & Mondays
• Unique Home Decor & Gift Ideas • Cards • Fresh & Silk Flowers for all occasions • Much More!
216 S. Broadway, Albert Lea • 377-2081
373-0388
123 N. Broadway Ave. Albert Lea, MN 56007 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10-5 Sat. 10-3 Quality used clothing & accessories, infant, adult & Household decor
so ook in' Home c swear we u'll good yo ur mama! stole yo
Free Delivery • Breakfast All Day 120 S. Washington • 373-5469
Antiques & Collectibles
Heart of the Artichoke
222 E. Clark St, Albert Lea
373-4258
Dr. Matt Tubbs (507) 369-5601 226 W. Clark St. •Albert Lea
www.TubbsChiro.com clinic@TubbsChiro.com
• Neck Pain • Back Pain • Auto Injuries • Work Injuries • Graston Soft Tissue Technique • Kinesio Taping • DOT Physicals
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County Administrator........................................................................................ 377-5116 County Attorney............................................................................................... 377-5192 County Sheriff...................................................................................................377-5205 County Recorder................................................................................................377-5130 Auditor............................................................................................................... 377-5121 Treasurer’s Office............................................................................................... 377-5117 Public Health.................................................................................................... 377-5100 Highway Engineer............................................................................................. 377-5188 Veterans Service Office..................................................................................... 377-5184 County Assessor................................................................................................377-5176 Environmental Services.................................................................................... 377-5186 Court Services...................................................................................................377-5137 Human Services............................................................................................... 377-5400 Vehicle & Driver’s License Center..................................................................... 377-5126 Burn/Building/Feedlot Permits......................................................................... 377-5186 Marriage, Birth & Death Certificates.................................................................377-5130 Passports...........................................................................................................377-5130 WIC...................................................................................................................377-5289 University of MN Extension Service................................................................. 377-5660 County Fair Office.............................................................................................373-6965 Freeborn Cty Museum and Historical Village...................................................373-8003 Ditch Inspector................................................................................................ 256-4256 Victim’s Crisis Center....................................................................................... 377-5460
24 hr Crisis Hotline.......................................................................................... 373-2223 Building Manager.............................................................................................. 377-5114 www.co.freeborn.mn.us freeborn county government center 411 s broadway • 377-5116 police-fire-medical-sheriff-state patrol emergency: 911
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story lady dolls T By Geri McShane assistant editor
he Story Lady Doll & Toy Museum at 131 N. Broadway Ave. in Albert Lea, now in its 14th year, remains a popular attraction not only for children, but men and women as well. The museum offers something special for every age group. For boys or girls, ages 3 or 4 and up, there are birthday parties. The children can dress up and listen to stories. Adults can also have birthday parties at the museum, but there’s an informational program about dolls included, instead of dress-up time and stories. Groups can use the museum for gatherings, hear a program about the museum and even have light refreshments. The meeting room can accommodate 24 people. Because it’s one of the few doll museums in the state, volunteers are finding the museum is popular not only among the females — from young girls to older women — but as the museum acquires more toys, men are becoming more and more interested. It’s a desination for bus trips and school tours. Mother-daughter events are held there, and Girl Scouts have earned badges by touring the museum. Helping the museum stay financially stable is the popularity of its gift shop. The Ty Company and its toys, porcelain dolls, Delton dolls, Madeline dolls, Betty Boop dolls, Madame Alexander and Ginny dolls, Pelican Pete books,
Lego Explorer, Only Hearts Club dolls and accessories, paper dolls, sticker books, tea sets, Dover Books and coloring books are all part of the inventory. The museum officially opened in the spring of 1996, but plans for the museum began about two years before that. Norma Jean Robson, while working as a school librarian, began collecting dolls and toys that represented characters from children’s literature. After her retirement from teaching, she packed 100 of these dolls into her car and traveled around southern Minnesota and northern Iowa, sharing the collection and telling stories to senior citizens, school children and motherdaughter gatherings. Eventually, the Albert Lea Convention and Visitors Bureau, realizing this collection should be kept as a tourist attraction for Albert Lea, made plans for a museum. Over a year later, a home was found at 131 N. Broadway Ave. One entire room of the museum is dedicated to Robson’s storybook dolls. The museum is a volunteer organization. Memberships to the museum are encouraged. Memberships carry privileges which include free or reduced admission on special days and a newsletter. Regular admission is $1 for children and $2 for adults. The gift shop is open free to the public. The Story Lady Doll & Toy Museum is open from noon to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, as well as by appointment.
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fish the walleye
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By Jon Theuer staff writer
ccording to Fountain Lake Sportsmen Club President Dave Villarreal, with the help of the Watershed and Lakes Foundation, along with the Sportsmen Club, those three main Albert Lea area lakes — Fountain, Albert Lea and Pickerel — have improved leaps and bounds for fishing in the past two years. “As you probably know, Albert Lea Lake was named on of the top 10 walleye lakes in Minnesota and that was all in part due to our restocking program with us and the DNR,” Villarreal said. Albert Lea Lake came in at No. 7 in a statewide survey last year. During a netting of the lake with the DNR in April, Lance Frank, vice president of the Fountain Lake Sportsmen Club, said that there were some walleye that really caught the eye. “They caught many 26-inch plus walleye,” Frank said. “One walleye in particular was over 31 1/2 inches and the only reason they knew it was over 31 1/2 inches is because it was bigger than the tank they had on the boat. Not only can you expect to catch walleye in Albert Lea Lake, but you can also catch perch and the occasional bullhead. Villarreal noted that the amount of carp that had been high over the past couple of years, but has also declined dramatically this year. While Albert Lea Lake has produced some great size walleye, Fountain Lake has been producing some unbelievable sized catfish.
“They’re saying that the average size and weight, is about 10-12-pound weight class, which is about a 34-36-inch fish,” Frank said. “And they said they were bigger. There are some big catfish in there.” Along with catfish, Fountain Lake provides opportunities to catch a decent amount of panfish and some northern. Perhaps the best moments for Villarreal and Frank are what is happening in Pickerel Lake. Last year, the DNR killed off the fish in Pickerel Lake with the idea to start from scratch. They stocked the lake with perch and northern fry, which are small mosquito-sized fish. Later on they will add bluegill into the lake. Recent testing done by the DNR shows that the fish are growing and the lake is starting to show signs of turning around. While the fishing might not be too great this year for Pickerel, Villarreal and Frank are excited for what the future holds for the lake. As far as some tricks go, Villarreal and Frank both agree that whatever fish or lake you go to, make sure you do your homework. Make sure you study what fish you’re going after and what they like to do and how deep they like to hide and what water temperature they prefer. “If you’re going after walleye, learn what walleyes do,” Frank said. “Know how they react to different water temperatures.” Go to www.fountainlakesportsmensclub.org for the club’s website. Go to www.albertlealakes. com for boating information.
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Learn about the rich history of Freeborn County. Tour the buildings of the Historic Village or stroll through 8,000 square feet of the air conditioned exhibit areas! Many fun family events planned this summer, for a schedule & details, see us on the web at
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Albert Lea Tribune, Wednesday, June 9, 2010 — Page 31
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By Sarah Stultz staff writer
ourth of July weekend festivities continue to expand in Albert Lea, with more to offer this year than ever before. Albert Lea Convention and Visitors Bureau Director Susie Petersen said events will kick off Friday, July 2, with the opening of Merriam’s Midway Carnival in the North Broadway Avenue parking lot next to the Marion Ross Performing Arts Center. This is the second year for the carnival, which will include rides for teenagers and adults, a merry-go-round and a few other kids rides. The carnival will run through the weekend. Also on July 2, American Legion Leo Carey Post 56 will have a garden patio outside their building on Broadway Avenue. There will be karaoke inside with speakers outside on the patio. Food will be served from 5 to 10 p.m., Petersen said. At 6 p.m., the Southern Minnesota Old Car Company will close off Broadway Avenue from Water Street to Fountain Street for a small car show. There will be People’s Choice Awards given. The next day, the annual Third of July Parade — sponsored by the Albert Lea-Freeborn County Chamber of Commerce — will begin at 6 p.m., with line-up starting at 5 p.m. at the Freeborn County Fairgrounds, said Chamber Operations Manager Tami Riecke. The theme will be “Hometown Heroes,” as voted in a recent online chamber survey. The parade — which begins at the fairgrounds, travels down Bridge Avenue, along Fountain Street and ends at Central Park — generally lasts two hours. Riecke said the chamber is asking the public to make signs to honor their hometown heroes, whether they are military members, law enforcement officers, firefighters or other heroes. People can access and print parade float applications from the Chamber’s Web site: www. albertlea.org. The earlybird
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Fireworks light up the night over Fountain Lake. registration deadline is June 11. After that date, applications are double price. The American Legion patio will be open this day as well during the parade. On the Fourth of July, the Bayside Skiers will present their annual ski show at 2 p.m. at Edgewater Park. Then later that evening, the Albert Lea Community Band will play at the Fountain Lake Park Gazebo before the fireworks. Fireworks will begin at dusk over Fountain Lake. Petersen said the Albert Lea fireworks display is “the largest display in southern Minnesota and northern Iowa.” The weekend draws many families to the community. “There’s so much to do that weekend,” she said. To top it off, downtown Albert Lea will host its Crazy Days July 1 through 3. If the planned events aren’t enough, there’s also other natural activities that people can take part in, including boating, biking, walking or running.
Albert Lea Tribune, Wednesday, June 9, 2010 — Page 19
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By Kelli Lageson staff writer
popular attraction in Albert Lea is the Blazing Star Trail. It’s a paved, 6.5-mile trail that goes from Albert Lea to Myre-Big Island State Park. Trail users will enjoy views of rural landscapes along the entire trail. Big Island State Park affords the opportunity to experience a diversity of natural environments including wetlands, oak savanna, big woods and prairie. The park is considered one of the many good birding spots in southern Minnesota, especially during spring and fall migration. Parking is available in Albert Lea at Frank Hall Park at the beginning of the trail and also at Myre-Big Island State Park at the New York Point Group Center and at the Little Island Pioneer Campground. The trail does not allow motorized vehicles but is popular for hiking, biking, in-line skating,
cross-country skiing and there is also wheelchair access. The Blazing Star Trail was first authorized by the 1996 Legislature as a “state legislative trail,” and in 2003, funds were awarded to allow the trail to be constructed from Albert Lea to Myre-Big Island State Park. When the trail is completed, it will be under the state Department of Natural Resouces’s ownership and will operate as one of the legislative authorized state trails. State lawmakers approved $1.5 million in the 2005 bonding bill, but delays brought about a mea culpa in Hayward by the DNR staff in June 2009. Costs meanwhile went up, and in October of 2009 the Blazing Star Trail Joint Powers Board asked for $720,000 from the state to offset the costs. Gov. Tim Pawlenty vetoed the request. The $1.5 million had a deadline of December 2010 to be spent, but in May the state granted an extension to February 2014.
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Freeborn County Trail Association President Jerry Hickman welcomes an audience to Hayward City Hall in June of 2009. Many people, especially in Hayward, have been concerned about the slow progress the Department of Natural Resources has made on the Blazing Star Trail. The 2005 bonding bill funding runs out at the end of 2010.
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Hammer and Valley. The parks will be open Monday through Thursday 1-8 p.m. beginning June 7 and running through July 29 Each park will have a leader to supervise the building and grounds and assist children. Mondays will be craft days and Thursdays will be water days. Wednesdays and Thursdays will serve as trip days, but the parks will remain open. Fridays the parks are closed but will serve as event days. Craft-tastic Mondays Mondays during the Playpark season will allow children to try their hand at a different craft. When: Mondays, June 14-July 26 Time: 2 to 4 p.m. Where: Academy, Hawthorne, Hayek, Lakeview, Sondergaard, Southwest, Troy-Hammer and Valley parks. Fee: Free Tie Dye Tuesdays Children can bring whatever they would like to be tie-dyed at the seven neighborhood parks on Tuesdays. Materials will be provided. When: June 29 and July 27 Time: 2 p.m. Where: Academy, Hawthorne, Hayek, Lakeview, Sondergaard, Southwest, Troy-Hammer and Valley parks Fee: Free Splash-tastic Thursdays Every Thursday children can go to their neighborhood park to enjoy water games including slip-n-slides. When: Thurs. June 10 to July 29 Time: 2-4 p.m. Where: Academy, Hawthorne, Hayek, Lakeview, Sondergaard, Southwest, Troy-Hammer and Valley parks Fee: Free Kids’ Yard Sale Ages 7-14 Children will have a chance to clean out their rooms and make some money with their own yard sale. Everyone is invited to shop, but only children between 7-14 can sell. Children ages 7-14 must be accompanied by an adult during the sale. Setup begins at 10:30 a.m. When: June 11 (citywide rummage sale weekend)
Albert Lea Tribune, Wednesday, June 9, 2010 — Page 29 Time: Noon-6 p.m. Where: Morin Park (in case of inclement weather, City Arena) Fee: $5 per 8-foot table
Fee: $10 in town, $15 out of town Register by June 11; children 6 and under need to be accompanied by an adult
Radical Relays Racing, balloon popping, hula hooping, sleeping bag scooting, obstacle course will all be available for children at Troy Hammer Park. Children are asked to bring a healthy snack and water. When: June 15 Time: 2-4 p.m. Where: Academy, Hawthorne, Hayek, Lakeview, Sondergaard, Southwest, Troy-Hammer and Valley parks Fee: Free
River Bend Nature Center River Bend Nature Center has 743 acres of ponds, a river, and woodlands. Naturalist will take children on a “forest exploration” adventure that will include log rolling, tree activities and looking for animal homes. Children will go on hikes, scavanger hunts and other games. Children are to bring a healthy sack lunch and beverage for an outdoor picnic. When: June 23 Time: Bus leaves City Arena at 8:45 a.m. and returns 2:30 p.m. Where: River Bend Nature Center, Faribault Fee: $15 in town, $20 out of town Register by June 21
Waterpalooza At Valley Park children can enjoy water relays, slip-n-slide races and much more. Children will need to bring a healthy snack and water. No busing will be provided. When: July 8 Time: 2-4 p.m. (during splashtastic Thursdays) Where: Academy, Hawthorne, Hayek, Lakeview, Sondergaard, Southwest, Troy-Hammer and Valley Parks Fee: Free Play Park Trips Play park trips are designed for children ages 7 to 13. Each trip has a fee, requires a preregistration and is chaperoned. Yellow T-shirts are required to be worn on all trips. The T-shirts can be purchased for $6 at the Parks and Recreation Department. The bus will leave from the City Arena for all out-of-town trips. River Springs Water Park Children will travel newly opened waterpark in Owatonna. River Springs features a climbing wall, lily pad walk, lazy river, tube and body slides, play features, an activity and a sand volleyball court. Children are asked to bring a healthy sack lunch for playtime at Manthey Park. Concessions are available in the water park. Children must wear trip shirts. When: June 16 Time: Bus leaves City Arena at 10:30 a.m. and returns at approximately 4 p.m. Where: River Springs Water Park, Owatonna
Old Log Theater and Lake Minnetonka Regional Park Familes welcomed, children 6 and under need to be accompanied by an adult The Old Log Theater will present “The Emperor’s New Clothes.” After the play children will hop on the bus and head over to Lake Minnetonka Regional Park for a picinic lunch and playtime at their creative playground area. Children must wear trip shirts. When: June 30 Time: Bus leaves City Arena at 7:30 a.m. and returns at 4:30 p.m. Where: Old Log Theater, Excelsior; Lake Minnetonka Regional Park, Minnetrista Fee: $15 in town, $20 out of town Split Tag Paintball Families welcome; need to be 10 years or older Children will explore the biggest outdoor paintball course in the Minnesota and Wisconsin area. There are 200 acres and 18 courses. A waiver needs to be filled out at registration. Children are to bring a healthy sack lunch and beverage. When: July 7 Time: Bus leaves City Arena at 9 a.m. and returns approximately 6 p.m. Where: Splat Tag, Hudson, Wis. Fee: $25 in town, $30 out of town Register by July 2 Continued on Page 38
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Shadow Puppets Grades K to 3 Children make shadow puppets from cardboard, tissue and imagination. During the final class children will put on a show for classmates. Children are asked to bring a healthy snack. When: Aug. 2 to 5 Time: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Where: City Arena Conference Room No. 1 Fee: $41 including supplies
Those who want to participate in these events are asked to register three days prior to the event
Kids Art in the Park Children can enjoy an evening of face painting, tie-dying, bubble art, an arts and scraps table and children’s gallery. There will also be a sidewalk chalk mural contest with prize giveaways. The library will also have storytime judging. Judging for the sidewalk chalk contest will begin at 6 p.m. When: June 18 Time: 4 to 7 p.m. Where: Central Park Fee: Free (bring T-shirts and other clothing for tie-dying. Chalk will be provided for the sidewalk chalk mural contest). Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Movies in the Park There will be a pair of days during the summer that a movie will be played at the Edgewater Park Bandshell. When: June 25 “Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs,” July 16 “Where the Wild Things Are,” Aug. 20 “Up” Time: 8:30 p.m. Where: Edgewater Park Bandshell Fee: Free Park Olympics, Wiffleball Tourney Children will compete in ping pong, bubble hockey, foosball and a wiffleball tournament at Hayek Park. When: July 9 Time: 5:30 to 8 p.m. Where: Hayek Park Fee: Free
Puppets with Strings Grades 3 to 6 Children learn to make life-size marionettes with scraps from Brie Cohen home. Children will write their Kids twirl hula hoops around their torsos in 2007 during a luau at own scripts and perform with City Beach. their own puppets. Children are Homeward Bound Theatre Summer Carnival asked to bring a heathly snack. Children will learn beginning It will be an afternoon of carniWhen: Aug. 2 to 5 acting techniques in a creative val games, face painting, bounTime: 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. environment by dramatizing cies, food and prizes. Where: City Arena Conference scenes and other staging ideas. When: July 14 Room No. 1 Broadway Kids Time: 4 to 7 p.m. Fee: $41 including supplies Grades K to Third Where: Albert Lea Farmers MarWhen: June 7 to June 10 ket, North Broadway Parking Lot Circus Arts Workshop Time: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Fee: $2, children 2 and under Grades 4-8 Where: City Arena Conference free Children will learen about cirRoom No. 1 cus arts and clowning including Fee: $38 (includes supplies) Beach Luau developing a character, skit actThere will be limbo and hula ing, juggling, and prop construcBeginning Acting hoop contests for everyone to tion. Children are asked to bring Grades 3 to 6 enjoy. There will also be blind a healthy snack. Learn theater skills in techvolleyball, coconut bowling, a When: June 29-30 nique, projection, staging, charsandcastle contest, bonfire and Where: City Arena Conference acterization and role playing. smores. Lifeguards will be on Room No. 1 A great experience for children duty from 6 to 7 p.m. and the Fee: $45 including supplies who like to put on plays. sandcastle judging will begin at When: June 7 to 10 8 p.m. Playpark Schedule Time: 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. When: July 23 Eight playparks will be open Where: City Arena Conference this summer including Academy, Time: 6 to 9 p.m. Room No. 1 Where: City Beach Hawthorne, Hayek, Lakeview, Fee: $38 (includes supplies) Fee: Free, food and beverages Sondergaard, Southwest, Troyavailable for purchase Hammer and Valley. The parks
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lbert Lea has a public pool at the corner of Front Street and Frank Avenue. This facility is open from 1 to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 1 to 7 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. There is a water park, a separate kiddie pool, two diving platforms, and a pool with zero entry to a 13-foot depth. Swimming lessons are available with sessions scheduled from June 14-25, July 5-16 and again from July 19-30. Daily admission will be $1.25 for children 2 and under, $3.25 for children 3 to 17, and $3.50 for people 18 and older. A season pass for in-town residents is $35. The out-of-town price is $45. For information, call 377-4370. Bricelyn has a pool in the city park which is open from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. and 6 to 8:30 p.m. daily. This municipal facility has a dive platform, basketball hoop, water slide and separate kiddie pool. Swimming lessons are available.
Admission is $3 each and free for those under age 2. For further information call (507) 653-4159. Lake Mills, Iowa, has an aquatic center near the tennis courts and skate park and east of Oakwood Park in the south part of the city. The Monday through Friday hours are: 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m.. aerobic and lap swimming, 1 to 5 p.m. and 6 to 8:30 p.m., open swimming. Weekend hours are: 1 to 5 p.m., open swimming; 5 to 6:30 p.m., family, and 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., open swimming. It has a water slide and several waterbased play features. A portion of the pool area is blocked off for younger children. There are three diving boards, with one being higher. Swimming lessons are available. For more information call (641) 592-3251. Northwood, Iowa, has an outdoor swimming pool at Swensrud Park. Features include a double loop water slide and diving board. The pool has a zero-depth entry area marked off for younger children. 305 S. Newton Albert Lea, MN 373-8963
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he Freeborn County Fair bills itself as the Six Best Days of Summer. The fair this summer takes place Aug. 3-8 at the fairgrounds on Bridge Avenue in Albert Lea. It will feature some new and old acts for entertainment. There will be nightly shows at 8:30 p.m., featuring Justin Moore, Love and Theft, JoDee Messina, George Jones and Hinder. The Demo Derby is again on Sunday at 4 p.m.
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Aug: 3 Justin Moore
Tuesday will feature Justin Moore who is a solo country artist. When Justin Moore found himself homesick and missing his mother’s Southern cooking after moving to Nashville several years ago to pursue his musical dream, he was inspired to write “Small Town USA,” an ode to the spirit and simplicity of small-town life. “A lot of people called it prison when I was growin’ up/But these are my roots and this is what I love,” sings Justin about Poyen, Ark. Justin knew he had to record the song because it succinctly captured the upbringing that shaped him both as an artist and as a man, but he wasn’t sure if the autobiographical song would speak to those from different
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Makayla Hannegrefs-Dahlen takes a drink of water from the row of fountains along with the other kids in Back Acres Daycare at the Freeborn County Fair in 2009. backgrounds. “Thank God I was wrong,” he says. The fast-rising song has become a Top 15 hit and established Justin as one of 2009’s break-out country artists. “I grew up on old-school country, and I also played in a Southern rock band,” says Justin, who wrote nine of the 10 songs on his debut project. “If Alabama and Lynyrd Skynyrd made one band, this is the way it would be. Lyrically it’s pretty old-school country and melodically it’s a little more Southern rock edge.” “Backwoods,” “How I Got to Be This Way,” “The Only Place That I Call Home” and “Good Ole American Way” extol the virtues of a simple life, while “Like There’s No Tomorrow” is a sap-free love song with a Southern rock kick.
Aug. 4: Love and Theft
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Wednesday will be Love and Theft, which is a country trio. Whether headlining or opening, Love and Theft has swept away audiences with their soaring harmonies and on-stage charisma. Fans have stood in line for up to three hours after the show for a chance to meet the band and get an autograph. As those fans have bought their debut album, World Wide Open, and driven their breakthrough single, “Runaway,” up the
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show will be “Art in Fashion.” The show runs from July 13 to Aug. 21. There will be an open house from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, July 15. The 2010 Art & Garden Tour will be July 16 and 17. New this summer is open studio night each second Tuesday of the month from 6 to 8 p.m. People can bring their own artwork and supplies and a local artist will host, assist and share. Treats and beverages will be served.
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Thursday’s show is JoDee Messina who’s a solo country artist. The irrepressible spirit of country music has been in Jo Dee’s DNA since her childhood in Holliston, Mass. She was first attracted to country in the music of Alabama and Hank Jr. as well as Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton and Reba McEntire. She appeared in local plays and musicals as a girl, and by 16 she had a band that included her sister on bass and her brother on drums. She performed in clubs throughout the Northeast, booking shows and hauling gear, with a work ethic she inherited from her single-parent mother. At 19, she loaded a car and headed to Nashville, where she entered talent contests and got a regular gig on Nashville’s “Live at Libby’s” radio show. Producer Byron Gallimore heard her and introduced her to another struggling newcomer named Tim McGraw. Jo Dee was singed, then dropped, by one major label before, at a backstage meeting at Fan fair, she met and charmed a Curb Records executive and got a record deal on the spot. With Gallimore and McGraw producing, Jo Dee gained attention out of the box with “Heads Carolina, Tails California” and “You’re Not in Kansas Anymore.”
reputation as an electric live performer, becoming one of the first women of country to mount a major headlining tour.
Aug. 6: George Jones
Friday will feature George Jones who’s a solo artist. Whether the times have favored honky tonk songs or lushly produced “pop” offerings, George Jones has continued to make his brand of country music, which has produced hits in every decade of the second half of the 20th century. In fact, Jones has had more charted singles than any other artist in any format in the history of popular music. George Jones George Jones first hit the charts in the 1950s with hits like Her follow-up album, “I’m Al“Why Baby Why” and “White right,” exploded with it’s back-to- Lighting.” Hits to follow in the 60s back-to-back chart toppers, “Bye included “Tender Years,” “She Bye,” “I’m Alright” and “Stand Thinks I Still Care” and “Walk Beside Me” made her a star. The Through This World With Me.” Burn album entered the CounFamous duets with wife, Tammy try Albums chart at No. 1, went Wynette included “We’re Gonna platinum and earned to Grammy Hold On,” “Golden Ring” and nominations. Hits like “Lesson in “Near You.” Leavin’,” “Because You Love Jones kicked off the 1980s with Me,” “Downtime,” “Bring on the Rain,” “That’s the Way” and “My Give A Damn’s Busted” would cement her reputation as one of the country’s most loved and enduing hit-makers. Along the way, Jo Dee earned a well-deserved
one of the all-time great country records, “He Stopped Loving Her Today,” which won him Single of the Year honors from the CMA in 1980 and again in 1981. He won virtually every award available for that song including a Grammy and the song remained No. 1 for 18 weeks.
Aug. 7: Hinder
The final show on Saturday will feature Hinder, a rock group. Combining raw riffs with big hooks and vocal harmonies, Hinder take their cues from rock legends like Aerosmith, AC/DC, KISS and Guns N’ Roses, and update them with modern guitar sounds. Their triple platinum debut Extreme Behavior documented the decadence and strained relationships of these retro rock juggernauts, whose subsequent cover of Steppenwolf’s “Born To Be Wild” for NASCAR last year was a natural extension of their lives on the road. “One of the things that I think Continued on Page 24
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Page 24 — Albert Lea Tribune, Wednesday, June 9, 2010 is cool is that we really put our lives and what we’re going through into our music,” King said. “I think that’s why people relate to a lot of our songs so well.” Once they were signed, Hinder played anywhere and everywhere, from a crowded houseboat to a small club with a faulty sprinkler system that could have gotten them electrocuted. But they slugged it out for a year and a half before shattering the mainstream music barrier. Thanks to hard work, steady touring and strong video airplay for their balladeering ode to infidelitous intentions, the crowd-pleasing
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Other entertainment includes the Demo Derby at 4 p.m. on Sunday. There will also be shows on Wednesday and Thursday in the Fairlane Building with James Wedgewood, a ventriloquist. Tina and Lena will have shows Friday and Saturday in the Fairlane Building, and there will be an alligator show at Rodeo Square with a time to be determined. Saturday from 10 a.m to 3 p.m. will have a show where dogs will round up sheep in the outdoor arena. Along with all the wonderful and expected fair food there
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will be a couple new vendors at the fair. There will be a chinese food vendor as well as a new coffee vendor touting “healthier coffee.” Fair-goers can also expect to see a new deep fried treat called the “Cream Cheese Comet.” The Budweiser Clydesdales will be at the fair from Wednesday to Saturday in the North Pavillion. As always guests and residents of Freeborn County will be able to expect a little of the old and a little of the new at the Freeborn County Fair. Karnella Schwierjohann, office manager at the Freeborn County Fair, said Merriam’s Midway Shows will again be providing the rides and entertainment on the midway. The beer garden will again be offering mixed drinks. Fairgoers may also see some work being done on the Kiddie Farmyard building at the north end of the fair. The building was built in 1921. It’s one of the more popular places for people to stop and see animals. The fair Brie Cohen board agreed to completely Bob Bohm displays the three solid rings he placed together during remodel the building in 2010. his magic show in 2009. General admission for the fair
is $9, which includes entrance to Grandstand shows. Limited reserve seating at the Grandstand is $25. Senior admission on Wednesday is $4. Season tickets purchased before Aug. 2 are $36. Aug. 3 through the fair season tickets are $42. Children 10 and under are free. Season auto tickets are $15, and daily auto tickets are $5. Livestock Exhibitor Tickets are $25, which includes parking. Non-fair camping fee is $20 per night. The fair’s website is www.freeborncountyfair.com.
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Page 24 — Albert Lea Tribune, Wednesday, June 9, 2010 is cool is that we really put our lives and what we’re going through into our music,” King said. “I think that’s why people relate to a lot of our songs so well.” Once they were signed, Hinder played anywhere and everywhere, from a crowded houseboat to a small club with a faulty sprinkler system that could have gotten them electrocuted. But they slugged it out for a year and a half before shattering the mainstream music barrier. Thanks to hard work, steady touring and strong video airplay for their balladeering ode to infidelitous intentions, the crowd-pleasing
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Other entertainment includes the Demo Derby at 4 p.m. on Sunday. There will also be shows on Wednesday and Thursday in the Fairlane Building with James Wedgewood, a ventriloquist. Tina and Lena will have shows Friday and Saturday in the Fairlane Building, and there will be an alligator show at Rodeo Square with a time to be determined. Saturday from 10 a.m to 3 p.m. will have a show where dogs will round up sheep in the outdoor arena. Along with all the wonderful and expected fair food there
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will be a couple new vendors at the fair. There will be a chinese food vendor as well as a new coffee vendor touting “healthier coffee.” Fair-goers can also expect to see a new deep fried treat called the “Cream Cheese Comet.” The Budweiser Clydesdales will be at the fair from Wednesday to Saturday in the North Pavillion. As always guests and residents of Freeborn County will be able to expect a little of the old and a little of the new at the Freeborn County Fair. Karnella Schwierjohann, office manager at the Freeborn County Fair, said Merriam’s Midway Shows will again be providing the rides and entertainment on the midway. The beer garden will again be offering mixed drinks. Fairgoers may also see some work being done on the Kiddie Farmyard building at the north end of the fair. The building was built in 1921. It’s one of the more popular places for people to stop and see animals. The fair Brie Cohen board agreed to completely Bob Bohm displays the three solid rings he placed together during remodel the building in 2010. his magic show in 2009. General admission for the fair
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show will be “Art in Fashion.” The show runs from July 13 to Aug. 21. There will be an open house from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, July 15. The 2010 Art & Garden Tour will be July 16 and 17. New this summer is open studio night each second Tuesday of the month from 6 to 8 p.m. People can bring their own artwork and supplies and a local artist will host, assist and share. Treats and beverages will be served.
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Thursday’s show is JoDee Messina who’s a solo country artist. The irrepressible spirit of country music has been in Jo Dee’s DNA since her childhood in Holliston, Mass. She was first attracted to country in the music of Alabama and Hank Jr. as well as Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton and Reba McEntire. She appeared in local plays and musicals as a girl, and by 16 she had a band that included her sister on bass and her brother on drums. She performed in clubs throughout the Northeast, booking shows and hauling gear, with a work ethic she inherited from her single-parent mother. At 19, she loaded a car and headed to Nashville, where she entered talent contests and got a regular gig on Nashville’s “Live at Libby’s” radio show. Producer Byron Gallimore heard her and introduced her to another struggling newcomer named Tim McGraw. Jo Dee was singed, then dropped, by one major label before, at a backstage meeting at Fan fair, she met and charmed a Curb Records executive and got a record deal on the spot. With Gallimore and McGraw producing, Jo Dee gained attention out of the box with “Heads Carolina, Tails California” and “You’re Not in Kansas Anymore.”
reputation as an electric live performer, becoming one of the first women of country to mount a major headlining tour.
Aug. 6: George Jones
Friday will feature George Jones who’s a solo artist. Whether the times have favored honky tonk songs or lushly produced “pop” offerings, George Jones has continued to make his brand of country music, which has produced hits in every decade of the second half of the 20th century. In fact, Jones has had more charted singles than any other artist in any format in the history of popular music. George Jones George Jones first hit the charts in the 1950s with hits like Her follow-up album, “I’m Al“Why Baby Why” and “White right,” exploded with it’s back-to- Lighting.” Hits to follow in the 60s back-to-back chart toppers, “Bye included “Tender Years,” “She Bye,” “I’m Alright” and “Stand Thinks I Still Care” and “Walk Beside Me” made her a star. The Through This World With Me.” Burn album entered the CounFamous duets with wife, Tammy try Albums chart at No. 1, went Wynette included “We’re Gonna platinum and earned to Grammy Hold On,” “Golden Ring” and nominations. Hits like “Lesson in “Near You.” Leavin’,” “Because You Love Jones kicked off the 1980s with Me,” “Downtime,” “Bring on the Rain,” “That’s the Way” and “My Give A Damn’s Busted” would cement her reputation as one of the country’s most loved and enduing hit-makers. Along the way, Jo Dee earned a well-deserved
one of the all-time great country records, “He Stopped Loving Her Today,” which won him Single of the Year honors from the CMA in 1980 and again in 1981. He won virtually every award available for that song including a Grammy and the song remained No. 1 for 18 weeks.
Aug. 7: Hinder
The final show on Saturday will feature Hinder, a rock group. Combining raw riffs with big hooks and vocal harmonies, Hinder take their cues from rock legends like Aerosmith, AC/DC, KISS and Guns N’ Roses, and update them with modern guitar sounds. Their triple platinum debut Extreme Behavior documented the decadence and strained relationships of these retro rock juggernauts, whose subsequent cover of Steppenwolf’s “Born To Be Wild” for NASCAR last year was a natural extension of their lives on the road. “One of the things that I think Continued on Page 24
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he Freeborn County Fair bills itself as the Six Best Days of Summer. The fair this summer takes place Aug. 3-8 at the fairgrounds on Bridge Avenue in Albert Lea. It will feature some new and old acts for entertainment. There will be nightly shows at 8:30 p.m., featuring Justin Moore, Love and Theft, JoDee Messina, George Jones and Hinder. The Demo Derby is again on Sunday at 4 p.m.
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Aug: 3 Justin Moore
Tuesday will feature Justin Moore who is a solo country artist. When Justin Moore found himself homesick and missing his mother’s Southern cooking after moving to Nashville several years ago to pursue his musical dream, he was inspired to write “Small Town USA,” an ode to the spirit and simplicity of small-town life. “A lot of people called it prison when I was growin’ up/But these are my roots and this is what I love,” sings Justin about Poyen, Ark. Justin knew he had to record the song because it succinctly captured the upbringing that shaped him both as an artist and as a man, but he wasn’t sure if the autobiographical song would speak to those from different
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Makayla Hannegrefs-Dahlen takes a drink of water from the row of fountains along with the other kids in Back Acres Daycare at the Freeborn County Fair in 2009. backgrounds. “Thank God I was wrong,” he says. The fast-rising song has become a Top 15 hit and established Justin as one of 2009’s break-out country artists. “I grew up on old-school country, and I also played in a Southern rock band,” says Justin, who wrote nine of the 10 songs on his debut project. “If Alabama and Lynyrd Skynyrd made one band, this is the way it would be. Lyrically it’s pretty old-school country and melodically it’s a little more Southern rock edge.” “Backwoods,” “How I Got to Be This Way,” “The Only Place That I Call Home” and “Good Ole American Way” extol the virtues of a simple life, while “Like There’s No Tomorrow” is a sap-free love song with a Southern rock kick.
Aug. 4: Love and Theft
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Wednesday will be Love and Theft, which is a country trio. Whether headlining or opening, Love and Theft has swept away audiences with their soaring harmonies and on-stage charisma. Fans have stood in line for up to three hours after the show for a chance to meet the band and get an autograph. As those fans have bought their debut album, World Wide Open, and driven their breakthrough single, “Runaway,” up the
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Shadow Puppets Grades K to 3 Children make shadow puppets from cardboard, tissue and imagination. During the final class children will put on a show for classmates. Children are asked to bring a healthy snack. When: Aug. 2 to 5 Time: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Where: City Arena Conference Room No. 1 Fee: $41 including supplies
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Kids Art in the Park Children can enjoy an evening of face painting, tie-dying, bubble art, an arts and scraps table and children’s gallery. There will also be a sidewalk chalk mural contest with prize giveaways. The library will also have storytime judging. Judging for the sidewalk chalk contest will begin at 6 p.m. When: June 18 Time: 4 to 7 p.m. Where: Central Park Fee: Free (bring T-shirts and other clothing for tie-dying. Chalk will be provided for the sidewalk chalk mural contest). Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Movies in the Park There will be a pair of days during the summer that a movie will be played at the Edgewater Park Bandshell. When: June 25 “Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs,” July 16 “Where the Wild Things Are,” Aug. 20 “Up” Time: 8:30 p.m. Where: Edgewater Park Bandshell Fee: Free Park Olympics, Wiffleball Tourney Children will compete in ping pong, bubble hockey, foosball and a wiffleball tournament at Hayek Park. When: July 9 Time: 5:30 to 8 p.m. Where: Hayek Park Fee: Free
Puppets with Strings Grades 3 to 6 Children learn to make life-size marionettes with scraps from Brie Cohen home. Children will write their Kids twirl hula hoops around their torsos in 2007 during a luau at own scripts and perform with City Beach. their own puppets. Children are Homeward Bound Theatre Summer Carnival asked to bring a heathly snack. Children will learn beginning It will be an afternoon of carniWhen: Aug. 2 to 5 acting techniques in a creative val games, face painting, bounTime: 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. environment by dramatizing cies, food and prizes. Where: City Arena Conference scenes and other staging ideas. When: July 14 Room No. 1 Broadway Kids Time: 4 to 7 p.m. Fee: $41 including supplies Grades K to Third Where: Albert Lea Farmers MarWhen: June 7 to June 10 ket, North Broadway Parking Lot Circus Arts Workshop Time: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Fee: $2, children 2 and under Grades 4-8 Where: City Arena Conference free Children will learen about cirRoom No. 1 cus arts and clowning including Fee: $38 (includes supplies) Beach Luau developing a character, skit actThere will be limbo and hula ing, juggling, and prop construcBeginning Acting hoop contests for everyone to tion. Children are asked to bring Grades 3 to 6 enjoy. There will also be blind a healthy snack. Learn theater skills in techvolleyball, coconut bowling, a When: June 29-30 nique, projection, staging, charsandcastle contest, bonfire and Where: City Arena Conference acterization and role playing. smores. Lifeguards will be on Room No. 1 A great experience for children duty from 6 to 7 p.m. and the Fee: $45 including supplies who like to put on plays. sandcastle judging will begin at When: June 7 to 10 8 p.m. Playpark Schedule Time: 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. When: July 23 Eight playparks will be open Where: City Arena Conference this summer including Academy, Time: 6 to 9 p.m. Room No. 1 Where: City Beach Hawthorne, Hayek, Lakeview, Fee: $38 (includes supplies) Fee: Free, food and beverages Sondergaard, Southwest, Troyavailable for purchase Hammer and Valley. The parks
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lbert Lea has a public pool at the corner of Front Street and Frank Avenue. This facility is open from 1 to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 1 to 7 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. There is a water park, a separate kiddie pool, two diving platforms, and a pool with zero entry to a 13-foot depth. Swimming lessons are available with sessions scheduled from June 14-25, July 5-16 and again from July 19-30. Daily admission will be $1.25 for children 2 and under, $3.25 for children 3 to 17, and $3.50 for people 18 and older. A season pass for in-town residents is $35. The out-of-town price is $45. For information, call 377-4370. Bricelyn has a pool in the city park which is open from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. and 6 to 8:30 p.m. daily. This municipal facility has a dive platform, basketball hoop, water slide and separate kiddie pool. Swimming lessons are available.
Admission is $3 each and free for those under age 2. For further information call (507) 653-4159. Lake Mills, Iowa, has an aquatic center near the tennis courts and skate park and east of Oakwood Park in the south part of the city. The Monday through Friday hours are: 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m.. aerobic and lap swimming, 1 to 5 p.m. and 6 to 8:30 p.m., open swimming. Weekend hours are: 1 to 5 p.m., open swimming; 5 to 6:30 p.m., family, and 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., open swimming. It has a water slide and several waterbased play features. A portion of the pool area is blocked off for younger children. There are three diving boards, with one being higher. Swimming lessons are available. For more information call (641) 592-3251. Northwood, Iowa, has an outdoor swimming pool at Swensrud Park. Features include a double loop water slide and diving board. The pool has a zero-depth entry area marked off for younger children. 305 S. Newton Albert Lea, MN 373-8963
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Hammer and Valley. The parks will be open Monday through Thursday 1-8 p.m. beginning June 7 and running through July 29 Each park will have a leader to supervise the building and grounds and assist children. Mondays will be craft days and Thursdays will be water days. Wednesdays and Thursdays will serve as trip days, but the parks will remain open. Fridays the parks are closed but will serve as event days. Craft-tastic Mondays Mondays during the Playpark season will allow children to try their hand at a different craft. When: Mondays, June 14-July 26 Time: 2 to 4 p.m. Where: Academy, Hawthorne, Hayek, Lakeview, Sondergaard, Southwest, Troy-Hammer and Valley parks. Fee: Free Tie Dye Tuesdays Children can bring whatever they would like to be tie-dyed at the seven neighborhood parks on Tuesdays. Materials will be provided. When: June 29 and July 27 Time: 2 p.m. Where: Academy, Hawthorne, Hayek, Lakeview, Sondergaard, Southwest, Troy-Hammer and Valley parks Fee: Free Splash-tastic Thursdays Every Thursday children can go to their neighborhood park to enjoy water games including slip-n-slides. When: Thurs. June 10 to July 29 Time: 2-4 p.m. Where: Academy, Hawthorne, Hayek, Lakeview, Sondergaard, Southwest, Troy-Hammer and Valley parks Fee: Free Kids’ Yard Sale Ages 7-14 Children will have a chance to clean out their rooms and make some money with their own yard sale. Everyone is invited to shop, but only children between 7-14 can sell. Children ages 7-14 must be accompanied by an adult during the sale. Setup begins at 10:30 a.m. When: June 11 (citywide rummage sale weekend)
Albert Lea Tribune, Wednesday, June 9, 2010 — Page 29 Time: Noon-6 p.m. Where: Morin Park (in case of inclement weather, City Arena) Fee: $5 per 8-foot table
Fee: $10 in town, $15 out of town Register by June 11; children 6 and under need to be accompanied by an adult
Radical Relays Racing, balloon popping, hula hooping, sleeping bag scooting, obstacle course will all be available for children at Troy Hammer Park. Children are asked to bring a healthy snack and water. When: June 15 Time: 2-4 p.m. Where: Academy, Hawthorne, Hayek, Lakeview, Sondergaard, Southwest, Troy-Hammer and Valley parks Fee: Free
River Bend Nature Center River Bend Nature Center has 743 acres of ponds, a river, and woodlands. Naturalist will take children on a “forest exploration” adventure that will include log rolling, tree activities and looking for animal homes. Children will go on hikes, scavanger hunts and other games. Children are to bring a healthy sack lunch and beverage for an outdoor picnic. When: June 23 Time: Bus leaves City Arena at 8:45 a.m. and returns 2:30 p.m. Where: River Bend Nature Center, Faribault Fee: $15 in town, $20 out of town Register by June 21
Waterpalooza At Valley Park children can enjoy water relays, slip-n-slide races and much more. Children will need to bring a healthy snack and water. No busing will be provided. When: July 8 Time: 2-4 p.m. (during splashtastic Thursdays) Where: Academy, Hawthorne, Hayek, Lakeview, Sondergaard, Southwest, Troy-Hammer and Valley Parks Fee: Free Play Park Trips Play park trips are designed for children ages 7 to 13. Each trip has a fee, requires a preregistration and is chaperoned. Yellow T-shirts are required to be worn on all trips. The T-shirts can be purchased for $6 at the Parks and Recreation Department. The bus will leave from the City Arena for all out-of-town trips. River Springs Water Park Children will travel newly opened waterpark in Owatonna. River Springs features a climbing wall, lily pad walk, lazy river, tube and body slides, play features, an activity and a sand volleyball court. Children are asked to bring a healthy sack lunch for playtime at Manthey Park. Concessions are available in the water park. Children must wear trip shirts. When: June 16 Time: Bus leaves City Arena at 10:30 a.m. and returns at approximately 4 p.m. Where: River Springs Water Park, Owatonna
Old Log Theater and Lake Minnetonka Regional Park Familes welcomed, children 6 and under need to be accompanied by an adult The Old Log Theater will present “The Emperor’s New Clothes.” After the play children will hop on the bus and head over to Lake Minnetonka Regional Park for a picinic lunch and playtime at their creative playground area. Children must wear trip shirts. When: June 30 Time: Bus leaves City Arena at 7:30 a.m. and returns at 4:30 p.m. Where: Old Log Theater, Excelsior; Lake Minnetonka Regional Park, Minnetrista Fee: $15 in town, $20 out of town Split Tag Paintball Families welcome; need to be 10 years or older Children will explore the biggest outdoor paintball course in the Minnesota and Wisconsin area. There are 200 acres and 18 courses. A waiver needs to be filled out at registration. Children are to bring a healthy sack lunch and beverage. When: July 7 Time: Bus leaves City Arena at 9 a.m. and returns approximately 6 p.m. Where: Splat Tag, Hudson, Wis. Fee: $25 in town, $30 out of town Register by July 2 Continued on Page 38
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By Sarah Stultz staff writer
ourth of July weekend festivities continue to expand in Albert Lea, with more to offer this year than ever before. Albert Lea Convention and Visitors Bureau Director Susie Petersen said events will kick off Friday, July 2, with the opening of Merriam’s Midway Carnival in the North Broadway Avenue parking lot next to the Marion Ross Performing Arts Center. This is the second year for the carnival, which will include rides for teenagers and adults, a merry-go-round and a few other kids rides. The carnival will run through the weekend. Also on July 2, American Legion Leo Carey Post 56 will have a garden patio outside their building on Broadway Avenue. There will be karaoke inside with speakers outside on the patio. Food will be served from 5 to 10 p.m., Petersen said. At 6 p.m., the Southern Minnesota Old Car Company will close off Broadway Avenue from Water Street to Fountain Street for a small car show. There will be People’s Choice Awards given. The next day, the annual Third of July Parade — sponsored by the Albert Lea-Freeborn County Chamber of Commerce — will begin at 6 p.m., with line-up starting at 5 p.m. at the Freeborn County Fairgrounds, said Chamber Operations Manager Tami Riecke. The theme will be “Hometown Heroes,” as voted in a recent online chamber survey. The parade — which begins at the fairgrounds, travels down Bridge Avenue, along Fountain Street and ends at Central Park — generally lasts two hours. Riecke said the chamber is asking the public to make signs to honor their hometown heroes, whether they are military members, law enforcement officers, firefighters or other heroes. People can access and print parade float applications from the Chamber’s Web site: www. albertlea.org. The earlybird
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Fireworks light up the night over Fountain Lake. registration deadline is June 11. After that date, applications are double price. The American Legion patio will be open this day as well during the parade. On the Fourth of July, the Bayside Skiers will present their annual ski show at 2 p.m. at Edgewater Park. Then later that evening, the Albert Lea Community Band will play at the Fountain Lake Park Gazebo before the fireworks. Fireworks will begin at dusk over Fountain Lake. Petersen said the Albert Lea fireworks display is “the largest display in southern Minnesota and northern Iowa.” The weekend draws many families to the community. “There’s so much to do that weekend,” she said. To top it off, downtown Albert Lea will host its Crazy Days July 1 through 3. If the planned events aren’t enough, there’s also other natural activities that people can take part in, including boating, biking, walking or running.
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blazing star ride on
By Kelli Lageson staff writer
popular attraction in Albert Lea is the Blazing Star Trail. It’s a paved, 6.5-mile trail that goes from Albert Lea to Myre-Big Island State Park. Trail users will enjoy views of rural landscapes along the entire trail. Big Island State Park affords the opportunity to experience a diversity of natural environments including wetlands, oak savanna, big woods and prairie. The park is considered one of the many good birding spots in southern Minnesota, especially during spring and fall migration. Parking is available in Albert Lea at Frank Hall Park at the beginning of the trail and also at Myre-Big Island State Park at the New York Point Group Center and at the Little Island Pioneer Campground. The trail does not allow motorized vehicles but is popular for hiking, biking, in-line skating,
cross-country skiing and there is also wheelchair access. The Blazing Star Trail was first authorized by the 1996 Legislature as a “state legislative trail,” and in 2003, funds were awarded to allow the trail to be constructed from Albert Lea to Myre-Big Island State Park. When the trail is completed, it will be under the state Department of Natural Resouces’s ownership and will operate as one of the legislative authorized state trails. State lawmakers approved $1.5 million in the 2005 bonding bill, but delays brought about a mea culpa in Hayward by the DNR staff in June 2009. Costs meanwhile went up, and in October of 2009 the Blazing Star Trail Joint Powers Board asked for $720,000 from the state to offset the costs. Gov. Tim Pawlenty vetoed the request. The $1.5 million had a deadline of December 2010 to be spent, but in May the state granted an extension to February 2014.
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Freeborn County Trail Association President Jerry Hickman welcomes an audience to Hayward City Hall in June of 2009. Many people, especially in Hayward, have been concerned about the slow progress the Department of Natural Resources has made on the Blazing Star Trail. The 2005 bonding bill funding runs out at the end of 2010.
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story lady dolls T By Geri McShane assistant editor
he Story Lady Doll & Toy Museum at 131 N. Broadway Ave. in Albert Lea, now in its 14th year, remains a popular attraction not only for children, but men and women as well. The museum offers something special for every age group. For boys or girls, ages 3 or 4 and up, there are birthday parties. The children can dress up and listen to stories. Adults can also have birthday parties at the museum, but there’s an informational program about dolls included, instead of dress-up time and stories. Groups can use the museum for gatherings, hear a program about the museum and even have light refreshments. The meeting room can accommodate 24 people. Because it’s one of the few doll museums in the state, volunteers are finding the museum is popular not only among the females — from young girls to older women — but as the museum acquires more toys, men are becoming more and more interested. It’s a desination for bus trips and school tours. Mother-daughter events are held there, and Girl Scouts have earned badges by touring the museum. Helping the museum stay financially stable is the popularity of its gift shop. The Ty Company and its toys, porcelain dolls, Delton dolls, Madeline dolls, Betty Boop dolls, Madame Alexander and Ginny dolls, Pelican Pete books,
Lego Explorer, Only Hearts Club dolls and accessories, paper dolls, sticker books, tea sets, Dover Books and coloring books are all part of the inventory. The museum officially opened in the spring of 1996, but plans for the museum began about two years before that. Norma Jean Robson, while working as a school librarian, began collecting dolls and toys that represented characters from children’s literature. After her retirement from teaching, she packed 100 of these dolls into her car and traveled around southern Minnesota and northern Iowa, sharing the collection and telling stories to senior citizens, school children and motherdaughter gatherings. Eventually, the Albert Lea Convention and Visitors Bureau, realizing this collection should be kept as a tourist attraction for Albert Lea, made plans for a museum. Over a year later, a home was found at 131 N. Broadway Ave. One entire room of the museum is dedicated to Robson’s storybook dolls. The museum is a volunteer organization. Memberships to the museum are encouraged. Memberships carry privileges which include free or reduced admission on special days and a newsletter. Regular admission is $1 for children and $2 for adults. The gift shop is open free to the public. The Story Lady Doll & Toy Museum is open from noon to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, as well as by appointment.
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By Jon Theuer staff writer
ccording to Fountain Lake Sportsmen Club President Dave Villarreal, with the help of the Watershed and Lakes Foundation, along with the Sportsmen Club, those three main Albert Lea area lakes — Fountain, Albert Lea and Pickerel — have improved leaps and bounds for fishing in the past two years. “As you probably know, Albert Lea Lake was named on of the top 10 walleye lakes in Minnesota and that was all in part due to our restocking program with us and the DNR,” Villarreal said. Albert Lea Lake came in at No. 7 in a statewide survey last year. During a netting of the lake with the DNR in April, Lance Frank, vice president of the Fountain Lake Sportsmen Club, said that there were some walleye that really caught the eye. “They caught many 26-inch plus walleye,” Frank said. “One walleye in particular was over 31 1/2 inches and the only reason they knew it was over 31 1/2 inches is because it was bigger than the tank they had on the boat. Not only can you expect to catch walleye in Albert Lea Lake, but you can also catch perch and the occasional bullhead. Villarreal noted that the amount of carp that had been high over the past couple of years, but has also declined dramatically this year. While Albert Lea Lake has produced some great size walleye, Fountain Lake has been producing some unbelievable sized catfish.
“They’re saying that the average size and weight, is about 10-12-pound weight class, which is about a 34-36-inch fish,” Frank said. “And they said they were bigger. There are some big catfish in there.” Along with catfish, Fountain Lake provides opportunities to catch a decent amount of panfish and some northern. Perhaps the best moments for Villarreal and Frank are what is happening in Pickerel Lake. Last year, the DNR killed off the fish in Pickerel Lake with the idea to start from scratch. They stocked the lake with perch and northern fry, which are small mosquito-sized fish. Later on they will add bluegill into the lake. Recent testing done by the DNR shows that the fish are growing and the lake is starting to show signs of turning around. While the fishing might not be too great this year for Pickerel, Villarreal and Frank are excited for what the future holds for the lake. As far as some tricks go, Villarreal and Frank both agree that whatever fish or lake you go to, make sure you do your homework. Make sure you study what fish you’re going after and what they like to do and how deep they like to hide and what water temperature they prefer. “If you’re going after walleye, learn what walleyes do,” Frank said. “Know how they react to different water temperatures.” Go to www.fountainlakesportsmensclub.org for the club’s website. Go to www.albertlealakes. com for boating information.
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f residents and visitors are after a more educational experience this summer, then the Freeborn County Historical Museum, Library and Historical Village, 1031 N. Bridge Ave., is the place to visit. The museum is open Tuesdays through Fridays from 10 a.m. to
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born County,” said Pat Mulso, executive director and curator of the museum. “Groups can have lunch catered in. We are happy to work with people.” The museum features exhibits on local folks who made it big: Eddie Cochran and Marion Ross. New displays include an expanded Marion Ross exhibit and the Minnesota Rock and Country Music Hall of Fame exhibits. There are other exhibitsb based on Albert Lea residents, immigrants and life in Albert Lea through the decades. The museum’s library is open Tuesdays through Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The library’s research services include mail and phone requests, audio tape player, a photocopy machine, microfiche readers, microfilm readers and printer. There are four computers for public use with Internet access to genealogical data. The library’s archive resources include Freeborn County history books for 1882, 1911 and 1988, and name indexes for 1882, 1911, and 1988; Freeborn County newspapers on microfilm and in bound volumes from 1857-2009; most Community magazines from 1921 to 1964; an obituary index; census for Freeborn County on microfilm; city directories for Freeborn County, 1899 to date; Albert Lea telephone books, 1905 to date; Albert Lea High School yearbooks; plat maps; insurance maps; vertical files; photographs and oral histories; church histories
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By Tim Engstrom managing editor
he AARP/Blue Zones Vitality Project brought the national spotlight to Albert Lea in 2009. It was a communitywide effort, spurred by National Geographic explorer and “The Blue Zones” author Dan Buettner, to live longer, healthier and happier lives through simple changes. But the work didn’t end there. The local leaders of the Vitality Project started an organization called the National Vitality Center, and it continues to organize and lead local efforts to improve quality of life in the Albert Lea area. The organization for 2010 has a summer full of activities for children and adults to be physically active, learn how to grow, choose and prepare healthy foods and rejuvenate mind and spirit. Below you will find some of the ways the Vitality Project is continuing the legacy of the Blue Zones organization. Stay tuned as the summer progresses for even more activities to encourage individual wellness and personal well being in our community. For additional information on any of these events, visit website www.nationalvitalitycenter.org or contact the National Vitality Center at (507) 369-5545. Walking Initiative Moai is a term that originates in Okinawa, Japan, where children are put into small groups with other children when they are young and they remain friends for life. People in Albert Lea have joined into walking moai — or groups — to compete for points. Points are awarded for steps. The competition runs through Aug. 10, with a finale on Aug. 26. Results are posted weekly at www. nationalvitalitycenter.org. Biking Initiative: The are weekly bicycle rides originating at Martin’s Cycling & Fitness at 6 p.m. Wedesdays. A Thursday evening women’s
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half marathon full heart By Nick Gerhardt sports editor
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he April Sorensen Memorial Half Marathon will be held July 10 beginning in Albert Lea and ending in Hayward. The half marathon is 13.1 miles and begins at 8 a.m. It’s the third year the event has taken place and it is run in memory of Albert Lea High School graduate April Sorensen, who was found dead in her Rochester home in 2007. Her case remains unsolved. Sorensen enjoyed running marathons with her sister and father and often they participated in marathons together. Sorensen completed three relays with her dad and sister and ran others on her own. The half marathon draws many of her former classmates and others who know the family. The half marathon also attracts people who haven’t run marathons before and because it’s
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Ten-year-old Chloe Stripe has her shirt signed by Blue Zones founder Dan Buettner in 2009. The Albert Lea Vitality Project by Blue Zones and AARP sprung forth community efforts to live healthy lifestyles and resulted in the founding of the National Vitality Center. well. Coming up this summer: dren’s Center, 4-H and others. ride is being planned and sev• Family Burger Night, June 22 eral Saturday morning rides for at Hy-Vee Life Purpose Initiative: families of all ages departing • Take and Bake Night, June 24 A citywide event is in the from the Albert Lea Farmers Marat Hy-Vee planning stages comprising two ket is in the making. Check out • Easy & Healthy, Summer Fun, purpose workshops in late sumwww.nationalvitalitycenter.org mer or early fall. Dates and times July 20 at Albert Lea High School for upcoming dates and times. • It’s Grillin Time, Take Two, are to be determined. The Vitality Center hopes to connect with Edgewater Park, Main Pavilion, Faith Initiative: local businesses and churches to Aug. 17 and Aug. 31 The Vitality Center Faith Initia• Healthy Eating Grocery Store offer purpose seminars. tive is planning to participate in Tour, Part I, Aug. 3; Part II, Aug. 10 this year’s Shinefest activities in • Hy-Vee Kids’ Club Summer August. Other efforts are in the Camp, Aug. 23-27 at Hy-Vee Healthy Cooking Initiative: planning stages. For more information or to regAmy Pleimling, dietitian for Hyister for any of the above cookVee Foods, has created a cookGarden Initiative: ing classes, refer to your Albert ing moai. Children and adult All summer long, the chilLea Area Community Education cooking classes will be offered dren’s garden at Halverson Summer 2010 pamphlet or regismonthly. These classes teach Elementary School will have ter online at http://albertlea.k12. adults and children how to live various youth groups utilizing mn.us or call 379-4834. healthier by eating and cooking the area, including The Chil-
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event goes toward two $500 scholarships to the Albert Lea, AldenConger, and Glenville-Emmons school districts, along with helping to fund the Blazing Star Trail. The first place male and female finishers are awarded $500 while the second place finishers earn $250 and third place $100. Relay teams with a coed, male, and female division receive $100. Brie Cohen The entry fee for A runner pushes himself to the finish line in individuals is $50 July of 2009. prior to July 9 and $60 on the day of a half marathon it helps those the race. The fee is $100 for relay people become familiar with the teams prior to July 9 and $120 on rigors of a marathon. the day of the race. The money raised from the
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Built in 1949, the course is located at 101 Richway Drive, Albert Lea. Open 8 a.m. until dark. Pro shop open around 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Bar opens at 4 p.m. Restaurant opens Monday to Friday, lunches 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and breakfasts Saturdays and Sundays from 7 to 11:30 a.m. Address: 101 Richway Drive, Albert Lea Phone: (507) 373-1061 Number of holes: 18 Par: 72 (men), 71 (women) Type: Public Guest fees: Weekdays: nine holes $14, 18 holes $25. Weekends: nine holes $15, 18 holes $28. Memberships: Single (23 and older) $799, Senior single (weekday only) $699, Senior couple (weekday only) $899, Couple $999, Family $1,099, Junior (17 and under) $269, Junior (18 to 22) $369. Yardages: 6,213 (Blue tees), 5,991 (White tees), 5,049 (Red tees)
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Bob Sturtz prepares to sink a put at hole three at Green Lea Golf Course during the Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors Golf Outing while Scott Ellertson watches. in 1999. Features Turnberry’s, a Guest fees: Mondays through full service restaurant, open for Thursday $20 for 18 holes, Friday lunch Tuesdays through Friday through Sunday and holidays from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Dinner $25, $10.70 additional charge for is available Tuesdays, Thursdays all day. and Fridays from 5 to 9 p.m. and Memberships: $100 one-time Sunday brunch is served from 10 stock purchase required, Family a.m. to 1 p.m. $535, Single/Young family $455, Address: 43080 Golf Ave., Junior $133 (in Lake Mills School Lake Mills, Iowa District), Junior $244 (out of Lake Phone: (641) 592-8022 Mills School District). Number of holes: 18 Yardages: 6,449 (Blue tees), Par: 71 5,996 (White tees), 4,894 (Red tees) Type: Semi-private Carts: $13 (nine holes), $20 (18)
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Opened in 1969 the course is four miles west of Manchester on County Road 25 in Freeborn. Address: 25177 665th Ave., Freeborn. Phone: (507) 863-2288 Number of holes: 9 Par: 36 Type: Public Guest fees: Weekdays nine holes $13; Weekdays 18 holes: $20; Weekends and holidays nine holes $15; Weekends and holidays 18 holes $24. Memberships: Family $645, Couple $560, Single $415, College (to age 24) $275, Student $175, Seniors: Single $390, Couples $535. Yardages: 3,002 (White tees) Carts: Nine holes: $13; 18 holes $23.
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he disc golf group in Albert Lea is the Flying Lea Disc Golf Club. It takes its name from the Green Lea Golf Course across the street from Bancroft Bay Park, where Albert Lea has two disc golf courses. The newer 18-hole course is in the lower part of the park and the older nine-hole course is in the upper part. The Flying Lea Disc Golf Club — www.flyinglea.org — meets at 4 p.m. Sundays for a handicap league and at 4 p.m. Thursdays for a random doubles league. The club already has held several tournaments in the spring and intends to hold more this summer. The Bancroft Bay Open takes place June 12. The registration is 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., with a meeting of players at 9:45 a.m., and tee time at 10 a.m. Thirty-six holes will be played, with an hour break for lunch. There are divisions based
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on skill level: Open ($30 entry fee), Advanced ($20) and Intermediate ($10). The Flying Lea Disc Golf Championship is the culmination of the handicap league to determine the club champ. It takes place with four rounds over two days, Aug. 28-29, in a bracket-style tournament. Last year, more than $500 in prizes were awarded. Entry is free, but participants must be club members. On Sept. 11 is the Lions Club Doubles Tournament. This disc golf tournament is open to members and non-members alike. People who show up will be paired into random doubles, who will compete for prize money. There are nine-hole disc golf courses found in Clarks Grove, Northwood and Lake Mills. There is Clarks Grove tourney on July 5, and Northwood has an active league. The Northwood Open happens July 24, with a 10 Buck Monson Photography a.m. tee time. Visit northwooddis- Nick Flores attempts a long-distance putt on Hole 5 during the final cgolfclub.wordpress.com. round of Flying Lea Championship in late August 2009.
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Opened in 1966. The course is one-half mile east off I-90 (exit 166) on County Road 46, Hayward near a KOA site. Address: 83997 County Road 46 Phone: (507) 373-3886 Number of holes: 9 Par: 27 Type: Public Guest fees: adults $10 for 9, $15 for 18 with cart; youths (15 and under) is $7.50 for nine, $10 for 18 Memberships: Student $49, Adult $99, Family $230, Senior $99 Yardages: 2,579 (white tees), 2,429 (red tees) Carts: $10 for nine, $15 for 18
Riverview Golf Course One mile north and one mile east of New Richland on County Road 8. Open seven days a week from 7 a.m. until the sun goes down. Address: 15590 240th Ave., New Richland Phone: (507) 465-3516 Number of holes: 9 Par: 36 Type: Public
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Guest fees: Weekdays nine holes: $13, Weekdays 18 holes: $18, Weekends nine holes: $16, Weekends 18 holes: $22. Membership: Single $399, Couple $549, Family $634, College $208 and High school $170. Yardages: 3,075 (white tees), 2,799 (red tee) Carts: $7.50 per person nine holes, $12.50 per person 18 holes
Northwood Golf and Country Club Opened in 1923, it is located just off Highway 65 in Northwood. Open seven days a week. Address: 1391 490th St., Northwood, Iowa Phone: (641) 324-1662 Number of holes: 9 Par: 36 Type: Public Guest fees: $9 weekday (nine holes), $11 weekend (nine holes); $16 weekday (18 holes), $18 weekend (18 holes). Memberships: Junior $125, College $225, First-year Single $390, Couple $425, First-year family $400 Yardages: 3,002 (white), 2,755 (red) Carts: $1 per hole
Wedgewood Cove Golf Club
The newest golf course in the area enters its second season. Wedgewood features a par 72 18-hole course with driving range and putting green. The clubhouse will offer dining options for lunch and dinner. The Wedgewood will provide fine dining for lunch and dinner with The Cove will be a bar and grill for casual dining. Address: 2200 W. Ninth St., Albert Lea Phone: (507) 373-2007 Number of holes: 18 Par: 72 Type: Public Guest fees (cart included): Nine holes Monday through Thursday $25, 18 holes $45. Friday through Sunday and holidays: nine holes $30, 18 holes $55. Allday with cart $75. Walking green fees Monday through Thursday nine holes: $20; 18 holes $35; Friday through Saturday and holidays nine holes $25; 18 holes $45 Season passes (includes unlimited range use, 20 percent off all apparel, 15 percen off hard goods, 10 percent off all golf
instruction): Single $1,299, Couple $1,799, Family $1,999, Junior (22 and under) $399. Season pass with cart rental: Single $1,899, Couple $2,499, Family $2,799, Junior (22 and under) $999. Yardages: 6,993 (Black tees), 6,594 (Blue tees), 6,261 (White tees), 5,806 (Gold tees), 5,136 (Red tees)
Wells Golf Club Located in Wells on 801 First Ave. SW. Open seven days a week 8 a.m. until sunset. A par-3 and par-4 course. Address: 801 1st Avenue SW, Wells. Phone: (507) 553-3313 Number of holes: 9 Par: 31 (white tees), 32 (red tees) Type: Public Guest fees: $10/weekday, $15/ weekend. Memberships: Social $55, Student $65, College Student $95, Single $135, Couple $210, Family $250. Yardages: 2,044 (white tees), 1,930 (red tees) Carts: Available.
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rea residents are sure to keep busy the weekend of June 18-20 during Alden’s Morin Lake Days — which is set up this year to celebrate 100 years of Boy Scouting. Events kick off Friday, June 18, with the start of a medallion hunt at noon, followed by a fishing contest and supper served by local Scouts.
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Also that day is a kiddie parade, tractor pull and softball tournament. On Saturday, the tournament will continue. In the morning Saturday, June 19, there will be a fun run, consisting of either a 10K, three-mile run or one-mile run/walk. Contact Janet Poeschl at 874-3754 with questions about signing up. There will be various other events that morning as well, including a luncheon, entertainment and a show with homebased business vendors. At 7 p.m. will be the Morin Lake Days Parade with the Alden Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts as the grand marshals. After the parade, there will be two dances, one for teens and one for adults, along with fireworks at dusk over Morin Lake. On Sunday, June 20, the softball tournament will continue. There will also be a Lions Club pancake breakfast and a worship service for the whole community at the Morin Lake boat landing.
Event schedule Friday, June 18 Noon: Medallion hunt begins. Clues posted on front door of City Hall. 1 to 3 p.m.: Lions Club fishing contest. 5 to 7:30 p.m.: Boy Scouts serving supper by the lake. $6 a plate. 6:30 p.m.: Legion Auxiliary kiddie parade. Evening: Sons of American Legion softball at North Park. Saturday, June 19 All day: Softball and volleyball tournaments at North Park. All day: Food stand at North Park. 8 to 11 a.m.: Methodist Church women serving coffee and treats. 9 a.m.: Morin Lake Days Fun Run. (Includes a 10K, 3-mile run and 1-mile run/walk). 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.: LeVerne
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Doubles couples prepare to go off the main dock during a Bayside Skiers show in 2009. distant relative (Fred), who is an July 4 and Labor Day. uncool, unpopular wallflower Zogg said it’s not too late to who is in complete awe of Pisjoin the fun. tachio’s abilities to do so much “The team is small and we are good and keep all of the evil looking for more members to join dudes under control, keeping in the fun, but we will use all the peace for all. He wishes to bemembers of the team to provide come an apprentice. a great show,” she added. The evil dude, Dare Towantaski, Team ski practice is on Tuesday along with his henchmen, steal evenings with supper at 6 p.m. for the traveling exhibit of precious ski members. water ski artifacts and the com“We are trying some new munity requires the help of the individual practice schedules entire Disguiski family to find the this year to accommodate artifacts and save the day! more people’s schedules,” Zogg Zogg said the show is loosely added. based on the movie. A great In addition to being show direcdeal of humor has been written tor and writing the script, Zogg into the show. is the boat driving captain and “We will be skiing a variety made the costumes. Other capof water skiing acts and showtains are: Brian Zogg, barefootcasing the many talents of the ing and around the boat; Mike team,” Zogg said. “There will Johnson, doubles, pyramids and be good music, colorful costrios; and Ike Dulas, jump and tumes and a fun family evening specialty acts. complete with refreshments The Bayside Skiers is hosting the being available each Thursday Midwest Regional Water Ski Tourevening. nament July 24 and 25. The team will begin present“It is an exciting year not only ing regular Thursday shows for our team but for the commustarting in mid-June. Dress nity,” Zogg said. rehearsals will start June 10. Admission to the Bayside SkiPre-show activities start at 6:15 ers’ shows is free, but the club p.m. and the main show is at does pass the hat to help defray 7 in Edgewater Park. There are expenses and keep the show on also 2 p.m. shows scheduled on the water.
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rea residents will have the opportunity to see some of the best water skiing in the Upper Midwest in late July as Albert Lea hosts the Midwest Regional Show Ski Tournament. The Bayside Skiers Water Ski Show Team will host the the tournament on Edgewater Bay of Fountain Lake July 24 and 25. Expected are national champions and three other teams that have placed in the top five at national tournaments. “Bayside wanted to host this tournament as a way to showcase our town, to showcase our team and to showcase our park,” said Bayside President Mike Johnson, who is also serving as the tournament co-director. The team last hosted the tournament in 2006, and it turned out to be one of the hottest weekends on record. He said for that reason, many local people who may otherwise have come to take in the weekend’s activities stayed home. He said he’s hoping for better weather this year so more people can come out to the park. “We learned a thing or two since last time,” he added. There’s no admission charge for the tournament, so it’s a fun, free weekend of entertainment for local citizens. It’s also expected to be a boon for the economy. Local hotels, gas stations, restaurants and other businesses will benefit from the influx of visitors, Johnson said. People will also be able to watch the individual competition on Saturday, starting tentatively at 8 a.m. This will include swivel, strap doubles and team jump. “The great thing about show skiing is that you don’t have to know a lot about waterskiing to make it fun to watch,” Johnson said. “It’s very family-friendly entertainment.” In the team competition, each team performs a show within a one-hour time frame. Each team also gets 20 minutes to set up and 10 minutes to tear down. There is a skit, but added to that
are barefooting, jumping and wakeboarding routines, combined with grace and beauty of the swivel, doubles, trios and ballet. Add the amazing teamwork that goes into building a pyramid of three, four or five levels, and there’s truly something for everyone to enjoy, he said. “Each team will have new themes and routines,” Johnson added. Judging is performed by five judges in the areas of execution, difficulty, flow and spectator appeal on a 0- to 25-point scale. Teams expected at this year’s tournament are: Bayside of Albert Lea; Rochester Water Ski Team; Ski Otters of White Bear Lake; Twin Cities River Rats of Minneapolis; Little Crow of New London-Spicer; Aqua Addicts of Aberdeen, S.D.; Sioux Falls (S.D.) Water Ski Team; Waterhawks Ski Team of Evansdale, Iowa; The Five Seasons Ski Team of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; and the Hartwick Huskys Ski Team of Delhi, Iowa. Parking for people attending the tournament will be at the west end of Edgewater Park. There will be bleachers with some room for blankets and lawn chairs. Otherwise, people who get there early get the better spots on shore. Concessions will be available at the park during the tournament.
Bayside Skiers There are a number of acts in show skiing that begin looking like one thing, yet become something else. The Bayside Skiers Water Ski Show Team is capitalizing on that this year as it presents “Master of Disguise.” “I thought the disguised act and of course the whole evil villain and his nasty plot being foiled by the good guy is always a fun show,” said Deanne Zogg, this year’s show director, of her choice of theme. In the show, Pistachio, the celebrated “good guy,” is coming to a homeown reunion with his extended family and community to celebrate his success as a “Master of Disguise.” He has
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his year’s Hollandale Harvest Festival features all the favorites of years past plus some new events. On the traditional first Saturday after Labor Day, this year’s festival is Sept. 11 starting at 8 a.m. Amy Ogren, chairwoman of the festival, said events will kick off with a pancake breakfast outside the Hollandale Fire Hall and rummage sales at Hollandale Christian School and various places. There will be arts, crafts and produce vendors, along with horse and wagon rides. One of the most popular parts of the Hollandale Harvest Festival — Motor Madness — will begin at 10 a.m. with car football, followed by a mud bog in the field behind Mr. Machinery. Ogren said this is the first year to have the grand parade back after a hiatus of several yeras. New this year will be water wars hosted by the fire department in the evening. The location for this
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has not yet been determined. The day’s events will end with entertainment at the Hollandale Three in One Bar & Restaurant. Proceeds are given to the Hollandale First Responders and go toward purchasing a new emergency vehicle. Ogren said $6,200 was raised last year.
Sept. 11 All day: Rummage sales. 8-11 a.m.: Pancake breakfast 9 a.m.-1 p.m.: Arts and crafts vendors, along with the farmers market. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Tours at the Hollandale Heritage Huis. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Motor Madness, car football and mud bog. 11 a.m.-1 p.m.: Wagon rides. 1-3 p.m.: Free kids games and activities in the city park. 3 p.m.: Kiddie parade. 4 p.m.: Grand parade. 6 p.m.: Water wars. 9 p.m.-1 a.m.: Blue Denim Band.
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Page 38 — Albert Lea Tribune, Wednesday, June 9, 2010 Continued from Page 29 Twins vs. Cleveland Children will get to see the Twins play Cleveland at the new Target Field. Tickets are for the Home Run Porch for Park and Rec days. When: July 21 Time: Bus leaves City Arena at 9:30 a.m., game starts at 12:10 p.m. and bus will return to City Arena at approximately 5 p.m. Where: Target Field, children are to wear their Park and Rec T-shirt Fee: $25 in town, $30 out of town. Register by July 16 Faribault Family Aquatic Center When: July 28 Time: Bus leaves City Arena at 10 a.m. and returns approximately at 4 p.m. Where: Faribault Family Aquatic Center Fee: $10 in town, $15 out of town Register by July 23 Water Aerobics Ages 14-adult Pool noodles, aquatic gloves and barbell floaters are used as children take part in water aerobics from June 7 to Aug. 19. There will be no class during fair week. The fee is $40 in town and $45 for out of town. When: June 16-Aug. 18 Mondays and Wednesdays 7:30-8:30 a.m. Sunday and Tuesday evenings 7:30-8:30 p.m. Fee: $40 in town, $45 out of town Fourth Annual Doggie Dip The Albert Lea Aquatic Center will open up the pool for the dogs once during the summer from 6:30-8 p.m. The fee will be $4 (includes two human companions) and $1 for every additional human. Dogs must have proof of current vaccinations. Co-Ed Sand Volleyball Tournament There will be a sand volleyball tournament June 19 at 8:30 a.m. at the Snyder Field Complex. The entry fee will be $70. There will be pool play for two games with upper and lower divisions. All team will advance to a single elimination tournament. Each team will be asked to supply two officials. The deadline to enter is June 11. For more information contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 377-4370.
Cheerleading Camp Ages 7 to 13 years Children can learn the basic cheers, lifts, dance routines of other activities involved in cheerleading. Participants will receive their own pom-poms. Session one: June 14-18 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Lakeview Park or 1-3 p.m. at Hayek Park. Session two: June 21-25 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Valley Park or 1-3 p.m. at Academy Park. Session three: July 5-9 from 9:3011:30 a.m. at Southwest Park or 1-3 p.m. at Troy-Hammer Park. The fee is $20 in town and $25 for out of town.
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Event schedule June 7- July 22: Storytime on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. June 7- July 25: “Make a Splash: Read!” summer reading program June 8- July 20: Library Afternoon Fun every Tuesday at 2 p.m. June 9- July 21: Art Zones Studio every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. June 9- July 21: Movie Day every Wednesday at 2 p.m. June 10-July 22: Nighttime storytime at 6 p.m. June 10: Magician Jim Jayes, 2 and 3 p.m. June 17: Pirate Tales, 2 and 3 p.m. June 24: Mall of America Underwater Adventure, 2 and 3 p.m. July 1: Red, White and Blue Party: 2 p.m. July 8: Okee Dokee Brothers, 2 and 3 p.m. July 15: Bingo, 2 p.m. July 22: Zoo-man, 2 and 3 p.m.
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library imagine anything A By Sarah Stultz staff writer
rea children will have the chance to make a real splash this summer at the Albert Lea Public Library. Beginning the week of June 7 through July 25, storytime will be each week on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m., with an additional nighttime storytime on Thursdays at 6 p.m. Storytime usually includes reading, fingerplays and crafts. Every Tuesday from June 8 through July 20 will be Library Afternoon Fun at 2 p.m., when chilBrie Cohen dren can enjoy crafts Joshua Thorson creates a large bubble with a bub- and games. ble wand at the Fountain Lake Gazebo on ThursEvery Wednesday day during the Albert Lea Library’s Kids Summer from June 9 through Celebration. The event had bubble blowing, hula July 21 will be Art Zones hooping, crafts, games and fake tattoos. Studio at 10:30 a.m. and
a movie at 2 p.m. Every Thursday from June 10 through July 22 will be special events, including Magician Jim Jayes, bingo, and other celebrations. The Summer Reading Program begins June 7 under the theme of “Make a Splash: Read!” Children can read books, depending on their reading level, and win prizes for the amount they have read. The program ends July 25. Sign up online at www.alplonline.org. The library is in City Hall, 211 E. Clark St., and can be reached at 3774356. It is open Sundays through Thursdays. In 2007, there were 1,068 children in the Summer Reading Program. In 2009, there were 2,806.
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he 24th annual Eddie Cochran Weekend car show will be held rain or shine on June 11 and 12 in Albert Lea. It is sponsored by the Low Bucks Car Club. Friday, June 11, will feature a cruise at the Country Inn and Suites on East Main Street at 9 p.m. Saturday, June 12, will start with a hospice walk and run at 7:30 a.m. at the Freeborn County Fairgrounds. Then there will be a pancake breakfast from 8 to 11 a.m. at the fairgrounds. Registrants can sign up for the car show and swap at the fairground from 8 to noon at the fairgrounds on Saturday. The show will be from noon to 4, with trophies awarded at 3:30 p.m. There is a $10 fee for registering. Public can attend the car show for $2. There will also be an Eddie Cochran and Marion Ross display at the Freeborn County Historical
Museum on Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The 26-mile car cruise will start at the fairgrounds at 6:30 p.m. A line-up and social will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. The cruise will end on North Broadway Avenue in Albert Lea just in time for the free street dance. The dance will be held from 8 p.m. to midnight on North Broadway. There will be music by Don and the Beachcomers. It will feature a special guest performer on June 12 from 1 to 2 p.m. Dutch singer and guitarist Roland Verbruggen will perform. He said he was inspired by Eddie Cochran and will be doing a musical tribute to Eddie Cochran. Cochran was born Oct. 3, 1938, in Albert Lea. He started playing the guitar when he was 12 years old and toured as a country music performer in California. He switched to rock in 1957 with “Sitting on the Balcony.” Other hits include “Summer-
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Cars line up for the Low Bucks Car Cruise at the Freeborn County Fairgrounds. People like to sit on lawn chairs in front of their houses as the classic cars drive by. The cruise leaves Albert Lea on U.S. 65, goes through Glenville, cuts over to U.S. 69, up to Albert Lea and motors down Fountain Street. time Blues,” “C’mon Everybody,” “Something Else” and “Jeannie, Jeannie, Jeannie.”
Cochran died in 1960 when the cab taking him to Heathrow Airport crashed.
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he Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa stays overnight in Clear Lake for the first time since 1999. The granddaddy of them all rolls through Clear Lake State Park and into the city from the south on Tuesday, July 27. RAGBRAI attracts about 8,000 registered riders and another 2,000 or so extras. Plus, at each stop, many locals and folks from neighboring towns come to enjoy the festivities. The theme for Clear Lake is Surf’s Up. Entertainment will be featured on two stages in downtown Clear Lake, plus a beach party at City Beach with hula hoops, limbo and other beach games. Topping the bill in Clear Lake is the band The Spin Doctors. They play at the bandshell at 6:30 p.m. The opening act is the Jimmy Buffet tribute band The Parrots of the Caribbean.
p.m. over Clear Lake. And Tommy Typhoon’s Jet Ski Show will wow audiences from 5 to 6:30 p.m. This year’s RAGBRAI is one of the flattest routes ever. More information can be found at ragbrai.com and clearlakeragbrai. com. Nonriders are welcome to head to Clear Lake and join in Tim Engstrom the July 27 festivities. RAGBRAI rolls across Iowa in 2006. The Other summer fun bike ride rolls into Clear Lake this July. in Clear Lake includes the Fourth of July Minnesota band Bob and the Celebration June 30 to July 5, Beachcombers perform from Bicycles, Blues and BBQ July 9 to noon until 5 p.m. 11, Central Gardens Walk & Talk Stan The Pan Man — Stan Dahl June 13, Taste of Clear Lake June of Des Moines — will bring the 17, the Iowa Independent Film sounds of steel drums and other Caribbean instruments to the wel- Festival July 16-18, the Classic Wooden Boat Show July 17, Iowa coming ears of RAGBRAI riders. Storytelling Festival July 23-24, Other performers are DuelArt Sail July 24, Lakeside Dixiefest ing Guitars, The Jumbies, and July 24-25, Inter Lakes Regatta Hitchville. Aug. 5-6 — and more. A fireworks show starts at 10
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he Lake Mills July Jubilee will be held July 9, 10 and 11. All weekend there will be a carnival, a quilt show at the Lake Mills Care Center and a rendezvous on South Mill featuring different demonstrations. Friday will have a street dance at night and a bake and rummage sale throughout the day at the Civic Center. At a time to be determined there will be a wine tasting and food at the 1901 Victorian House and Gardens. Saturday will start with a 5K run/ walk event and later a parade for children near the library. The FFA will hold an antique tractor event and will end with a street dance from 8 to midnight. Sunday will begin with a breakfast in the Community School as well as a radio controlled air show at the airport. On Mill Street there will be a classic car and motorcycle show.
Schedule of events Friday, July 9: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.: Sidewalk sales 9 a.m.-5 p.m.: Bake sale and rummage sale at Civic Center Noon-5 p.m.: 5K run/walk 5:30: Little Mr. and Miss contest at Mills Theater 8 p.m.-midnight: Street dance with Milk and Honey 9 p.m.: DJ and karoake at Cruiser’s Route 69 Saturday, July 10: 7:30 a.m.: 5K run/walk 9 a.m.-5 p.m.: Sidewalk sales 9 a.m.-5 p.m.: Flea and craft vendors at Oakwood Park 9:30 a.m.: Kiddie parade 10:30 a.m.: Parade 11 a.m.: Mud bogging 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.: Community picnic at Oakwood Park 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m.: Inflatable games at Oakwood Park 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m.: Antique Tractor Event
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arbecue chicken and fireworks are what Bricelyn’s Fourth of July Celebration is best known for. These events and many more will be enjoyed by young and old over a three-day holiday weekend. Friday kicks off with a garden tour at 6 p.m. Afterward enjoy ice cream at the Senior Center. Thereafter, end your evening at-
tending the dance at the American Legion. The dance is 8:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Saturday lace up your tennis shoes for the third year in the running 5K Chicken Run. Co-ed volleyball will be held all day long. Elementary-age boys will participate in a wrestling match. New this year is an art show at the Community Center, which will be open Saturday and Sunday. Local artist, Sarah Erickson, presently living in Duluth, will display her work. At 1 p.m. is the parade. Grand marshals will be firemen and ambulance retirees. The fun continues after the parade with a horse show, including a petting zoo. An event sure to bring a large crowd is the mud bog. Snowmobiles race through mud. If you prefer noise in the form of music, the Village Park will have music by Dunnell Lenort and The Good Times Band. Bring your appetite to the barbecue chicken dinner, which begins serving at 4 p.m. Enter-
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Noon-3 p.m.: Free entertainment at Oakwood Park 12:30 p.m.: 3-on-3 basketball contest 1 p.m.-3:30 p.m.: Tours of Victorian House Museum and Country School Museum 2 p.m.: Pool tournament at Cruiser’s Route 69 3 p.m.: Sanctioned pedal tractor pull ages 4 to adult 8 p.m. - midnight: Street dance with Sell Out Stereo 9 p.m.: Karoake at Cruiser’s Route 69 Sunday, July 11: 8 a.m. - noon: Ambulance pancake and sausage breakfast at the Lake Mills Community School 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Radio Controlled Air Show at the airport 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.: Tours of Victorian House Museum and Country School Museum 3 p.m.: Quilt show judging at the Lake Mills Care Center
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tainment continues with an 8 p.m. variety show at the Lutheran Church. Bricelyn brags of some of the best fireworks in the area. This is the 53rd year people will enjoy the lights in the sky. Fireworks begin at dusk. To go with the fireworks, a street dance at Wildman’s will begin at 8:30 p.m. Sunday culminates the weekend with a 7:30 a.m. Fireman’s breakfast at the Legion. And a community worship service will commence at 9 a.m. in the City Park. Add to these three days of fun, a medallion hunt. The first clue will be printed in the July 1 edition of the Courier-Sentinel. Clues will be posted at Bud’s Café and other locations throughout the weekend celebration. The finder of the medallion will be awarded $100. Bricelyn’s Historical Museum and Little Red School House will be open, free of charge Saturday 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to noon.
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Zach Wilke and Natalie Runden rehearse a bar scene in “Ah, Wilderness!” in February. In back, Marley Cardona plays a bartender. By Geri McShane Community Theatre — the main assistant editor community theater group and also the words hanging on the side of the building. he Marion Ross Performing The Marion Ross Performing Arts Arts Center is used for plays and Center now features photos of concerts, but it also is used for Ross and memorabilia of her work. training seminars, political deFor information on reserving the bates and community meetings. According to the city’s website, theater, contact Jay Hutchison at 377-4370 or e-mail jhutchison@ the theater has a spacious lobby and a fully equipped lighting and city.albertlea.org. The Marion Ross Performing Arts sound system. It seats 255. It has Center is also host to the Albert a projector that can be used Lea Community Theatre. with DVDs, VCRs and computers ACT will present Meredith for a variety of presentations. A Willson’s “The Music Man” from room on the downstairs level is July 15-24. It is directed by Steve suitable for small meetings. The Kinney. theater has an elevator and is A perennial favorite and musihandicap-accessible. cal classic, “The Music Man” tells The Albert Lea Civic Theatre officially became the Marion Ross the story of fast-talking salesman Harold Hill taking the town Performing Arts Center in 2008 to better encompass what the facil- of River City by storm with his plan to sell musical instruments. ity does. Along the way his plans take an The actress returned to her unexpected turn when he meets hometown of Albert Lea for the official dedication in June of that Marion the librarian. A play full of charming characters, rousing year. marches, barbershop music and Ross was presented with the sentimental ballads, it’s a perfect idea for the name change in show for the entire family. It was the fall of 2007, and in a letter to the winner of five Tony awards, the city, said she was “touched including best musical. and flattered” to have a theater Performances are at 7:30 p.m. named for her. on July 15-19 and July 21-24. “I am thrilled, and I accept There will also be a 2 p.m. matiwith all my heart,” she wrote. nee on July 18. The name change ends years of For ticket information, call the confusion over the acronym ACT, box office at 377-4371. which also stands for Albert Lea
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By Sarah Stultz staff writer
ernel Days in Wells will take place Aug. 20-22 with a variety of activities going on for every member of the family. The festival unofficially starts with two events on Aug. 18 and 19, and then officially kicks off Aug. 20 with a party, including free lunch, at Wells Federal Bank. That evening there will be tractor races and other games, along with a band and fireworks to round up the night. On Aug. 21, there will be a breakfast sponsored by the United Methodist youth group, along with a farmers market, car show and tournaments, among other activities. At night there will be a
street dance at the fire hall. On Aug. 22, there will two breakfast fundraisers, a parade at noon and various entertainment afterward. There will also be a petting zoo, a talent show and a community worship service, to name a few. Throughout the weekend there will be inflatables, food stands, the Jaycees beer garden, Lions Bingo, a volleyball tournament and a softball tournament. The petting zoo will be Aug. 21 and 22. Wells Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Andrea Neubauer said there could be additional events pending the results of a grant application. For more information contact (507) 553-6450.
Schedule of events Wednesday, Aug. 18 11 a.m.: Wells Library Foundation salad luncheon, American Legion Thursday, Aug. 19 7 p.m.: Little Miss Kernel Pageant at USC auditorium Friday, Aug. 20 11 a.m.: Kernel Days party, Wells Federal 6 p.m.: Tractor races 8 p.m.: Red Lipstick Band at Half Moon Park 9:45 p.m.: Fireworks Saturday, Aug. 21 8 a.m.: United Methodist Church breakfast at Half Moon Park 8 a.m.: Farmers market at Wells Marketplace Foods
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By Linda Holst for the Tribune t takes a village of volunteers to pull off a spectacular Fourth of July celebration in Northwood, Iowa. The festivities begin Friday, July 2, on Central Avenue with music at 7 p.m. by Richie Lee, a Buddy Holly tribute artist. In addition, beginning at 9:30 p.m. is music provided by DJ Harry-O. On Saturday, July 3, the Jaycees will run a 3-on-3 basketball tournament. The afternoon provides activities for children, including a pedal pull organized by the Northwood-Kensett FFA. Fun for the adults can be had by participating in a softball tournament, which continues into Sunday.
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The day will wind down with the band Rhino returning to the beer garden on Central Avenue. Music begins at 9 p.m. Sunday, July 4, begins with a 7 a.m. breakfast at the Methodist Church. Keeping with tradition, the annual Fourth of July Parade begins at 11 a.m. After the parade, continue the holiday celebration at Swensrud Park. Sheltered Reality, a drum and percussion band will share its talent. Food stands, inflatable toys and carnival games provide fun for persons of all ages. The afternoon will include the crowning of royalty of all age groups. As in former years, Little Miss and Mister Northwood. New this year will be Junior Miss and Mister Northwood and Miss and
Mister Northwood. A duck race, sponsored by the Lions Club, will begin at 3 p.m. at the Shell Rock River. The three-day festivities will culminate with fireworks at 10 p.m. at the Northwood Airport. For more details about Northwood’s Fourth of July, go to www.northwoodchamber.org. The summer in Northwood would not be complete without the Worth County Fair. The fair takes place June 23 to 27. Fair Board President Bob Hall said a new carnival, Chippewa Valley Rides, will be present this year. A wristband costs $25 and is good for two days and two evenings. For more, go online to www. worthcountyfair.com.
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Allies, which plays Styx, Journey and REO. Events conclude the morning of June 13, with a church service in the park. For more information contact Heideman at (612) 220-7068 or Emerlee Stilley at 383-5950. Borderfest Emmons Borderfest will be celebrated on Aug. 20 and 21. Friday night will feature the Johnny Holm Band and a street dance. Saturday there will be a street dance and band, car cruise, parade and citywide garage sales. There will also be a pork chop supper, kids pedal pull, an ATV mud bog and a baseball tournament during the day.
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he Pelican Breeze II will cruise again this year with Friday evening pizza party cruises starting June 11 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Cost is $20 per person and $5 for children 5 and under. Reservations are needed by 4 p.m. Friday to make sure enough pizza is ordered. Saturday public cruises are from 4 to 5:30 p.m. with a cost of $15 per person and $5 for children 5 and under. Some cruises will be narrated by Al Batt once a month through the summer. Sunday public cruises are from 1:30 to 3 p.m. with a cost of $15 per person and $5 for children 5
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and under. During July and August there will be special Pirates and Princesses cruises. All cruises must have 10 people to leave the dock and can be canceled due to weather. The Pelican Breeze Foundation is ready to kick off its 12th season of cruising on Albert Lea Lake. The Pelican Breeze II has the capability of holding more than 60 people and is a replica of a Mississippi riverboat. It features a public address system, a background music system, a generator, a wet bar, and two bathrooms with sinks and flushable toilets. It has a deck of 55 feet by 14 feet and has an enclosed pilot house and three glass-bottom viewing ports.
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By Linda Holst for the Tribune t takes a village of volunteers to pull off a spectacular Fourth of July celebration in Northwood, Iowa. The festivities begin Friday, July 2, on Central Avenue with music at 7 p.m. by Richie Lee, a Buddy Holly tribute artist. In addition, beginning at 9:30 p.m. is music provided by DJ Harry-O. On Saturday, July 3, the Jaycees will run a 3-on-3 basketball tournament. The afternoon provides activities for children, including a pedal pull organized by the Northwood-Kensett FFA. Fun for the adults can be had by participating in a softball tournament, which continues into Sunday.
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The day will wind down with the band Rhino returning to the beer garden on Central Avenue. Music begins at 9 p.m. Sunday, July 4, begins with a 7 a.m. breakfast at the Methodist Church. Keeping with tradition, the annual Fourth of July Parade begins at 11 a.m. After the parade, continue the holiday celebration at Swensrud Park. Sheltered Reality, a drum and percussion band will share its talent. Food stands, inflatable toys and carnival games provide fun for persons of all ages. The afternoon will include the crowning of royalty of all age groups. As in former years, Little Miss and Mister Northwood. New this year will be Junior Miss and Mister Northwood and Miss and
Mister Northwood. A duck race, sponsored by the Lions Club, will begin at 3 p.m. at the Shell Rock River. The three-day festivities will culminate with fireworks at 10 p.m. at the Northwood Airport. For more details about Northwood’s Fourth of July, go to www.northwoodchamber.org. The summer in Northwood would not be complete without the Worth County Fair. The fair takes place June 23 to 27. Fair Board President Bob Hall said a new carnival, Chippewa Valley Rides, will be present this year. A wristband costs $25 and is good for two days and two evenings. For more, go online to www. worthcountyfair.com.
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lenville Days, scheduled for June 11-13, is bigger this year. For the first time, there will be a 5K walk/run the morning of June 12, with all proceeds going to the Glenville Boosters Fund. The walk/run begins at 8 a.m. in the Glenville Park. People pick up packets at 7 a.m. Registration is $10 for ages 18 and older and $5 for youths. Organizer Sherry Heideman said she has seen more people interested in this event than they originally expected, so they are excited for it. Other Glenville Days events kick off June 11 with a scholar-
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ship supper, the start of the medallion hunt and “Glenville’s Got Talent” on the Main Street Stage. Afterward, DJ Grizzly Sound will play on the Main Street stage until 12:30 a.m. On June 12, there will also be a parade, a king/queen contest, a barbecue pork lunch, kids games and activities, bingo and a tractor ride, among other events. The popular dodgeball tournament will be in the afternoon. Heideman said because last year’s dodgeball tournament was larger than expected, organizers have increased the number of teams that can sign up. At 8:30 p.m., there will be a street dance with the band Arch
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and under. During July and August there will be special Pirates and Princesses cruises. All cruises must have 10 people to leave the dock and can be canceled due to weather. The Pelican Breeze Foundation is ready to kick off its 12th season of cruising on Albert Lea Lake. The Pelican Breeze II has the capability of holding more than 60 people and is a replica of a Mississippi riverboat. It features a public address system, a background music system, a generator, a wet bar, and two bathrooms with sinks and flushable toilets. It has a deck of 55 feet by 14 feet and has an enclosed pilot house and three glass-bottom viewing ports.
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Green Lea Golf Course 17-19 — Crossroads Campers: Fairgrounds 17 — OXVBO Campers: Fairgrounds 17-18 — Pheasant and Habitat: Fairgrounds 20 — Live United Disc Golf Outing: Bancroft Bay Park 25 — ALMC Foundation Gala: Wedgewood Cove 26 — 3 Man Best Shot Golf Tournament: Green Lea Golf Course 25 — Vintage Pride Snowmobile Race: Fairgrounds
his is a partial listing of local and county events based on information furnished by the Albert Lea Convention and Visitors Bureau.
June
11-12 — Cattle Show: Fairgrounds 11-12 — Eddie Cochran Weekend 11-12 — Low Bucks Car Show: Fairgrounds 11-13— Western Regional Cattle Show: Fairgrounds 12 — Take A Kid Fishing: Edgewater Pier 12 — Bancroft Bay Open: disc golf at Bancroft Bay Park 13 — Cloverleaf Lions Flight Breakfast: Albert Lea Airport 14 — MGA Senior Tour Event: Green Lea Golf Course 18-29 — Knights Baseball Invitational: Baseball Fields 20 — 3 Man Best Shot Golf Tournament: Green Lea Golf Course 22-28 — Motor Inn Car Show: Fairgrounds 22 — Vitality Center Amy’s Cooking Club: Hy-Vee Burger Night 24 — Vitality Center Amy’s Cooking Club: Hy-Vee Take & Bake 26 — Corey Goodnature Memorial Golf Classic: Green Lea Golf Course 28 — PGA Junior Tour Event: Green Lea Golf Course 28 — The United States Air Force Band: ALHS Auditorium
July
2-4 — Downtown Carnival: North Parking Lot 3 — Independence Day Parade: Downtown 4 — Bayside Ski Club Show: North Edgewater Park: 4 — Fireworks: Fountain Lake Park 9-10 — Barrel Racing: Fairgrounds 9 — Old Car Cruising Broadway: South Broadway Parking Lot 10 — April Sorensen Memorial Half Marathon: Albert Lea/ Hayward
October
2-3 — Big Island Rendezvous: Bancroft Bay City Park 22-44 — Fall Bluegrass Festival: Knights Inn Brie Cohen
Ben Groskretoz, 11, celebrates his victory as his opponent Matthew Bjorklund, 11, takes off his head gear while battling each other on an inflatable game in 2009 during the Freeborn County Relay for Life. 13-Aug. 21 — Fashion Art Show: Albert Lea Art Center 15 — Open House: Albert Lea Art Center 15-24 — “The Music Man”: Marion Ross Theatre 17 — Shinefest Tractor Ride: Fairgrounds 17 — Albert Lea Hockey Golf Open: Green Lea Golf Course 19 — Stadheim Jewelers Junior Golf Classic: Green Lea Golf Course 24 — Annual Outdoor Summer Concert: North Broadway Lot 24 — Green Lea Club Tournament: Green Lea Golf Course 24-25 — Midwest Regional Ski Tournament: Edgewater Park 29 — 35th Annual Sparky-Dan Kruse Golf: Wedgewood Cove
August
1— Eagles Pancake Breakfast: Eagles Club 1-21 — Fashion Art Show: Albert Lea Art Center 3-8 — 127th Freeborn County Fair: Fairgrounds 8— City Golf Tournament: Green Lea Golf Course 12 — Party for the Lakes: Edgewater Park 13 — Old Car Cruising Broad-
way: South Broadway Parking Lot 13 — M.I. Arabian Horse Show: Fairgrounds 13-14 — Freeborn County Relay for Life: Fairgrounds 15-21 — Shinefest: Christian community service all over Albert Lea and its vicinity 15 — Fire Dept. Golf Fundraiser: Green Lea Golf Course 18 — Echoes from the Past: Freeborn County Historical Museum 20-22 — Cowboy Mounted Shoot: Fairgrounds 27-28 — Big Island Barbecue Competition: Fairgrounds 28-29 — Flying Lea Disc Golf Championship: Bancroft Bay Park
September
2 — Open House: Albert Lea Art Center 4-6 — Shortstop Golf Tournament: Green Lea Golf Course 5 — Eagles Pancake Breakfast: Eagles Club 10 — Old Car Cruising Broadway: South Broadway Parking lot 10-12 — Ryan “Pie” Truesdell Memorial Sports Tourney: Snyder Fields 12 — Couples Golf Tournament:
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Continued from Page 4 27-29 — Le Sueur: Pioneer Power Show, (507) 248-3515 27-29 — Rochester: Greekfest, greekfestrochester.com 28 — Austin: Austin Area Art Center Festival, www.austinareaarts.org
September 3-4 — New Ulm: River Blast & Flotilla, (888) 463-9856, www. riverblast.org 8-12 — Northfield: Defeat of Jesse James Days, (507) 6455604, www.djjd.org 11 — Hollandale: Harvest Festival 11-12 — St. Peter: Rock Bend Folk Festival, (800) 473-3404 12-15— Austin: 64th Annual National Barrow Show, (507) 4331868 17-18 — New Prague: Dozinky (952) 758-4360 17-18 — Faribault: Airfest and Balloon Rally, (800) 658-2354 17-19: Mankato: Wacipi Pow Wow, (800) 657-4733 18 — Waseca: Marching Classic Celebration & Parade, (888) - 9WASECA 20-21 — Wells: Kernel Days 25-26 — Mantorville: Zumbro Bend Rendezvous, (866) 313 8687
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By Geri McShane assistant editor
ne of the highlights of the New Richland Farm & City Days celebration is moving back to its original time and day. The grand parade, which for the past couple of years has been held on Saturday evening, is moving back to Sunday at 1 p.m., with entertainment following, “like it used to be,” said Amy Ihrke of the Farm & City Days Committee. Farm & City Days will be held Friday through Sunday, July 9-11. As in the past, there will be a carnival all three days. The New Richland Idol contest will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, with the location to be announced. Saturday’s events include the annual flower show at City Hall and a pancake breakfast. The Lions will have bingo in the park. There will be concessions. A street dance is being held Saturday night. A new event this year is the anther Fun Run/Walk, which will take place Saturday. The twomile course is open to anyone in the community. There’s no timing involved and no awards to participating. It is simply being held with the idea of people being healthy and staying active. The course will begin at Country Neighbors, then go northeast out of town, past Calvary Cemetery, turning west, and around the curve on 240th Ave., and back to town on Country Road 12, to the finish line at Country Neighbors. Registration on the day of the
run/walk will begin at 7 a.m. in the city park in New Richland with a fee of $15. Those who register by June 10 get the early bird registration fee of $10 and a T-shirt. Contact Mike Weber at (507) 475-1012 for more on registration. Sunday events will most likely include a pancake breakfast and community church service. Not all events were finalized by press time. In addition to Ihrke, committee contacts include Gail Schmidt and Kelly Martens for the parade, Tanya Schlinger for concessions and Carly Solland for the street dance. Farm & City Days has a page on Facebook. For the second year, Hartland will not host its Hartland Harvest Days. Judy Hendrickson, owner of the Village Inn Café, said legal issues and organizers on vacation as the reasons the celebration will not be held this year. “We might try other activity ideas and another date,” said Hendrickson.
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llendale Days is Thursday, July 15, to Sunday, July 18. There will be a parade on Saturday as well as food stands and liquor vendors. Sunday is a special day with a dedication to the new Ellendale Area Veterans Memorial. Other events include a pork
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ayward Days has been downsized from three days to one day this year. The celebration will begin and end July 10. The closing of Julio’s Bar March 1 will result in no street dance. Carol Becker, Hayward Boosters’ member, said, “Unfortunately our club does not have the funds to pay for a band and rent a tent.” Another change is the lack of a permanent pastor at Hayward Lutheran Church. “There will be no special Sunday service,” said Becker. However, tradition will remain with Saturday’s events. Beginning the day is the third April Sorensen Memorial Half Marathon. The race will begin in Albert Lea at 8 a.m. and end in Hayward.
See Page 33 for more. The Fire Department brings back the mud bog. ATVs and trucks race through mud to claim the fastest time. Registration for the event is from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. The race begins at noon on the south side of town. This is the seventh year. Other events of the day include: softball tournament, Hayward Lutheran Church ladies serving food 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., citywide rummage sale, and the Hayward 4-H Club will be serving root beer floats and hosting a carnival. Businesses in Hayward will be open the entire day. For more information about Hayward Days go to www.haywardmn.org. So after the fun of the Fourth of July is over, join Hayward for more fun and sun.
Manchester The small community of Manchester straddles state Highway 13, just a few miles northwest of Albert Lea. The city has 75 residents, according to the 2008 census estimate. While there is no summer festival in Manchester, there always seems to be something going on in tiny town with a surprisingly active business community. The Bend in the Road bar is popular in the summer for its beer garden and horseshoe throwing league. Singers and
musicians perform on occasion. The city offers a softball diamond and a play park. Manchester was named after a town in Illinois and was originally platted in 1882, then platted again and surveyed in 1898. The city was incorporated in 1947, with water mains being installed that same year. A devastating tornado struck Manchester in 1952, destroying many home and businesses, and was considered the top news story of the year.
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Take a kid fishing for free E By Nick Gerhardt sports editor
ach summer for nearly two decades the Fountain Lake Sportsmen’s Club has held a Take A Kid Fishing Day. It’s the biggest event of the year for the club and members use the day to introduce children to fishing. Hundreds of people turn out each year and each child 16 and under receives a free fishing pole. The club supplies other equipment for use on the day of the event. The event also has several giveaways for children and games. Trophies are awarded to boys and girls who finish in the top three of largest fish. This year’s event will be at the Edgewater Park fishing pier June 12 beginning at 9 a.m. and allows children 16 and under can fish without a license. Even with light rain and temperatures in the low 50s, about 380 people fished from Edgewater Park all the way to Edgewater Drive in 2009, and the children caught 70 fish.
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Arrowhead Point County Park is 1 1/2 miles south of Freeborn just to the west of County Road 8. This 59-acre park gets its name from a point or peninsula which projects into Freeborn Lake. Facilities listed for Arrowhead Point County Park are a picnic area, cross country ski routes, boat launch, restrooms, horseshoe pits, hiking trails and a shelter house. Pickerel Lake County Park is about a mile southwest of Albert Lea on U.S. Highway 69. This 15-acre park consists of both shoreline and a small knoll which overlooks what has been called a typical prairie lake. Facilities listed for Pickerel Lake County Park are a picnic area, boat launch, restrooms and a shelter house.
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St. Nicholas County Park is on County Road 19, about 3 1/2 miles southeast of Albert Lea. This 13-acre park is on the south side of Albert Lea Lake near the location of a pioneer village once named St. Nicholas. Facilities at this park are limited to a picnic area and a small shelter structure. Nearby is a stateowned boat launch. White Woods Nature Park is a mile south of Twin Lakes and just to the west of U.S. Highway 69. This 176-acre park was once a farm. Now it is a natural woodland-and small prairie locale. Facilities listed for White Woods Nature Park are a picnic area, cross-country ski trails, restrooms, horseshoe pits, hiking trails and a shelter house.
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everal events and celebrations will take place during the next three or four months in the south central portion of Minnesota and the north central portion of Iowa. This partial listing is based on information from the Explore Minnesota and Explore Southern Minnesota publications, and several chambers of commerce and convention and visitors bureaus. Some events not listed here are featured with more detail elsewhere in this publication.
June
11-13 — Glenville: Glenville Days 11-13 — Fairmont: Festival of Lakes, Interlaken Heritage Days, (507) 235-6110 or (800) 657-3280 11-13 — Waterville: Bullhead Days, (800) 507-7787 12 — Freeborn: Freeborn Days 12 — Mason City, Iowa: McNider Arts Festival 16-19 — Faribault: Faribault Heritage Celebration, (800) 6582354 17 — Northfield: Taste of Northfield, (507) 663-0319. 18-20 — Alden: Morin Lake Days 18-20 — Zumbrota: Covered Bridge Festival, (507) 732-7318 19 — Owatonna: Marching Band Festival, (507) 451-3103 19-20 — Caledonia: Founder’s Day Fun Fest, (507) 725-3450 19-27 — Rochester: Rochesterfest, with parade on June 25, (507) 285-8769, Rochesterfest.com 18-19 — Olmsted County: Hambone Blues Jam 20 — Lanesboro: Art in the Park, Sylvan Park, (507) 467-2696 or (800) 944-2670. www.lanesboro.com 20 — Mankato: Summer Solstice, Land of Memories Park, (507) 385-6660 20 — Waseca: Father’s Day Beach Blast, Waseca Water Park, (507) 833-0210 21-27 — St. James: Railroad Days, (507) 375-3333 or (800) 3752480 23-28 — Northwood, Iowa:
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Alan Hochreiter of the Kiester High School class of 1957 looks through newspaper clippings during Kiester Days 2009. Worth County Fair 24-27 — Kiester: Kiester Days 25 — Medford: Straight River Days, (507) 451-7970 25-27 — Henderson: Sauerkraut Days, (507) 248-3234 25-27 — Nicollet: Nicollet Friendship Days 26-27 — New Ulm: Auto Fest, (507) 354-3410, www.autofest. org 26 — Mason City, Iowa: Cannonball Day 27 — Mantorville: Old Tyme Days, (866) 313-8687, www.mantorvilletourism.com
July
1-4 — Cannon Falls: Cannon Valley Fair 1-4 — Elysian: Fourth of July Celebration, (800) 507-7787 1-5 — Clear Lake, Iowa: Fourth of July Celebration 3-4 — Austin: Spamtown USA’s Freedom Fest, parade starts at 11 a.m. July 4 3 — Waseca: Chautauqua, Waseca County Historical Museum, (507) 835-7700 3-4 — Northwood, Iowa: Fourth of July Weekend 3-4 — Blooming Prairie: Old Fashioned Fourth of July, parade starts 2:30 p.m. July 4 3-4— Bricelyn: Fourth of July Celebration
4 — Waseca: Lakefest Music Festival & Fireworks 4 — Fairmont: Fourth of July Music Festival/Fireworks, (507) 235-5547 or (800) 657-3280, www. fairmontcvb.com 4 — St. Peter: Old Fashioned Fourth of July, (507) 934-3400 4 — Mantorville: Old Fashioned Fourth of July, (866) 313-8687 7-11 — North Mankato: Fun Days 7-11 — Mason City, Iowa: North Iowa Fair 8-11 — New Richland: Farm and City Days 9-10 — Clear Lake, Iowa: Bicycle, Blues & BBQ Festival 9-10 — Lake Mills, Iowa: July Jubilee 9-11 — Blue Earth: Giant Days Celebration, (507) 526-2916 9-11 — Thompson, Iowa: Winnebago County Fair 10 — Elysian: Rookie’s Triathlon, (800) 507-7787 10-11— Hayward: Hayward Days 10-11 — Owatonna: Steele County Historical Extravaganza, Village of Yesteryear 11 — Austin: Teddy Bear Picnic, Mower County Fairgrounds, (507) 437-6082 14-18 — Kasson: Dodge County Fair 14-18 — Waseca: Waseca
County Fair 15-18 — Ellendale: Ellendale Days 15-18 — Forest City, Iowa: Puckerbrush Days 16-18 — New Ulm: Bavarian Blast, Brown County Fairgrounds, (507) 359-2222 16-18 — LeRoy: Summerfest, (507) 324-5707 20-25 — Blue Earth: Faribault County Fair 23-24 — Mason City, Iowa: Up in Smoke BBQ Bash 23-25 — Montgomery: Kolacky Days, (507) 364-5577 24-25 — Madison Lake: Paddlefish Days 27 — Clear Lake, Iowa: RAGBRAI overnights 29-Aug. 1 — Garden City: Blue Earth County Fair
August
1 — Mantorville: Beatles Bash, (866) 313-8687 2-8 — Rochester: Olmsted County Fair 3-5 — Redwood Falls: Farmfest, (800) 657-7070 5-8 — Northfield: Vintage Band Festival, (507) 645-5604 7-8 — Berne: Swissfest, Zwingli United Church of Christ, (507) 356-4340 or (800) 322-2478, www. swissfest.org 10-15 — Austin: Mower County Fair 11-15 — New Ulm: Brown County Fair 11-15 — St. Peter: Nicollet County Fair 14 — Fairmont: Power Boat Celebration, (800) 657-3280 16-22 — Fairmont: Martin County Fair 17-22 — Owatonna: Steele County Fair 19-22 — Le Center: Le Sueur County Fair 20-21 — Emmons: Borderfest 20-21 — Sleepy Eye: Buttered Corn Days 20-22 — Wells: Kernel Days 20-22 — Oronoco: Gold Rush Days, (507) 367-2111, goldrushmn.com 20-22 — Blue Earth: Annual Upper Midwest Wood Carvers & Quilt Expo, (507) 526-2916 Continued on Page 6
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Accentra Credit Union...................................... 47 Accents Decorating.......................................... 36 Addies Floral & Gifts........................................... 17 Advantage Auto Glass........................................ 5 Ag Power............................................................ 18 Agro-Economics................................................. 43 ALAMCO............................................................. 10 Albert Lea Abstract............................................ 13 Albert Lea Convention & Visitors Bureau........ 14 Albert Lea Dental Clinic, P.A............................... 3 Albert Lea Family Y.............................................. 7 Albert Lea Medical Center............................... 14 Albert Lea Parks and Recreation...............Cover Albert Lea Public Library..............................Cover Albert Lea Public Warehouse........................... 21 Albert Lea Seedhouse....................................... 46 Albert Lea Steel.................................................. 29 Albert Lea Vet Clinic.......................................... 33 Alden Shoe & Clothing...................................... 36 ALFC Chamber of Commerce...................Cover Alliance Pipeline................................................. 21 AmericInn/Microtel - Clear Lake...................... 39 Antiques of the Midwest.................................... 17 Bergdale Harley-Davidson................................ 31 Bonnerup Funeral Services................................ 46 Bonnerup Funeral Services - Ellendale............. 43 Candy & Jewels Consignment Boutique........ 17 Cheers Liquor...................................................... 24 Citizens State Bank............................................. 42 Clarks Grove Hardware..................................... 41 Clear Lake Chamber......................................... 39 Coldwell Banker................................................. 21 Complete Home Inspection............................. 30 Conger Inn Catering & Party Shop.................. 36 Countryside RV................................................... 29 Countryside RV................................................... 20 Cowboy Way North........................................... 40 Crow Wing Kayak.............................................. 29 Curt’s Pharmacy................................................ 23 Dan Sparks State Senator.................................. 27 Daycare Page...................................................... 8 Diamond Jo..................................................Cover Dougs Painting and Sandblasting.................... 29 Dr. Lundstrom D.D.S............................................ 32 Emerson’s by the Lake....................................... 39 Emmon’s Legion................................................. 42 Etcetera Tanning & Clothing............................ 32 Expressions Hair Salon........................................ 26 Farmers Mutual Insurance................................. 44 Farmer’s State Bank.....................................Cover First Lutheran Church - ELCA............................. 19 First National Bank.............................................. 43 Fisher’s Fine Jewelers......................................... 17 Fleet Farm........................................................... 39 Fort Custer Maze................................................ 38 Fountain of Memories........................................ 15 Frames R Us......................................................... 17 Freeborn Construction....................................... 44 Freeborn County................................................ 18 Freeborn County Environmental Services....... 31
Freeborn County Museum................................ 31 Freeborn Lumber Company............................. 11 Games People Play........................................... 25 Ganson Auto & RV Sales................................... 25 Gayle’s Grooming.............................................. 20 Geneva Bar & Grill............................................. 41 Georges of Geneva.......................................... 41 Glenn’s Motorcoach......................................... 33 Glenville Church................................................. 19 Glenville Plumbing............................................. 42 Golman, Sturtz & Halvorsen, Chtd.................... 33 Grace Lutheran Church.................................... 19 Great Grains....................................................... 17 Green Lea Golf Course..................................... 34 Green Mill............................................................ 24 Green Mill.............................................................. 3 Hagen & Associates........................................... 28 Hair Designers..................................................... 26 Hayward Cooperative...................................... 44 Heart of the Artichoke....................................... 17 Hill, Larson, Walth & Benda, PA......................... 12 Hillcrest Cemetery Association......................... 33 Home Federal Bank........................................... 35 Humana................................................................ 2 Injection Technology......................................... 42 Interstate Packaging...................................Cover Jag Tours............................................................. 47 Jakes Pizza.......................................................... 24 Jefferson Busline................................................. 34 Jensales............................................................... 44 Jim and Dudes Plumbing.................................. 33 Jones, Haugh & Smith.......................................... 7 Joyce Matthies Dance Centre......................... 21 KIMT................................................................Cover Knights Inn........................................................... 48 KOA Kampground............................................. 44 Lady of the Lake................................................ 38 Lake Mills Chamber .......................................... 40 Lake Mills Task Force.......................................... 40 Larson Contracting......................................Cover Larson’s Merchantile.......................................... 38 Lembke Construction..................................Cover Loverink Drainage.............................................. 37 Lyla’s Boutique.................................................... 38 M&S Outdoor Equipment.................................. 18 Main Street Dental Clinic.................................. 43 Main Street Grill ................................................. 36 Manchester-Hartland Telephone..................... 44 Manpower.......................................................... 35 Master Plumbing................................................ 27 Minnesota Abstract............................................. 9 Minnesota Aviation Inc...................................... 35 Morreim Drainage.............................................. 44 Motor Inn............................................................... 9 Mrs. Gerry’s Salads............................................. 46 Nancy’s Café..................................................... 17 National Eagle Center......................................... 1 New Richland Care Center.............................. 37 New To You......................................................... 17 Niagara Cave.................................................... 35
Nick’s Country Store........................................... 44 Northbridge Mall..........................................Cover Northern Country Co-op................................... 36 Northstar Powersports and Marine................... 20 Northwood Lumber............................................ 42 Northwood True Value....................................... 42 Oak Park Mall..................................................... 32 Oakview Golf Course........................................ 34 Our Saviors Lutheran Church............................ 19 Pelican Breeze.................................................... 25 Performance Landscaping............................... 33 Plymouth Shoe Store.......................................... 17 Produce State Bank........................................... 26 Produce State Bank - Hollandale..................... 37 R&D Automotive Repair.................................... 30 Ralphine’s............................................................ 38 Rathai’s Roadhouse........................................... 24 Reinertson’s Embroidory.................................... 17 RE/MAX - Emelie & Jim Paulson........................ 32 Salon 304 & Spa................................................. 40 Sanderson Auto............................................Cover Security Bank........................................................ 7 Security Bank - Emmons.................................... 42 Select Foods....................................................... 27 Shaw’s Auto & Truck Repair.............................. 41 Signature Real Estate...................................Cover Sorenson’s Appliance........................................ 41 South Central Pet Care..................................... 12 South Minnesota Lubes..................................... 36 Southside Custom.............................................. 20 State Bank of Clarks Grove.........................Cover State Bank of New Richland............................. 43 State Farm - Nancy VanderWaerdt................... 3 Sugar Chic.......................................................... 24 Tex-Mex Taco House.......................................... 17 The Mills’ Theater................................................ 40 Thompson Oil Co................................................ 37 Thorne Crest..................................................Cover Three in One....................................................... 37 T-N-T Used Appliance Store............................... 17 Total Glass - Lock................................................ 30 Trades & Labor Federal Credit Union................. 5 Trinity Lutheran - ELCA....................................... 19 Troy Thompson Agency..................................... 33 Tubbs Chiropractic PA....................................... 17 Ulland Brothers...................................................... 7 United Empoyees Credit Union........................ 15 United Methodist Church.................................. 19 Uptown Dental................................................... 13 Van Wilgen Farm Drainage............................... 37 Ventura Foods, LLC......................................Cover Wells Federal....................................................... 28 Wells Insurance Agengy.................................... 41 Window Depot................................................... 41 Wintergreen Co-op............................................ 20 Zenk, Read, Trygstad........................................... 5 Zogg Dermatology, PLC.................................... 15 Zumbro River Brand, Inc.................................... 30
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Nancy VanderWaerdt, LUTCF Agent 505 Bridge Ave. Albert Lea, MN • 507-377-0227
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he Big Island Barbecue State Championship will be from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 27, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 28, at the Freeborn County Fairgrounds. Friday night starts at 5 p.m. The public can taste and vote for best chili from more than 30 teams until it’s gone for $3. At 7 p.m. the public can taste and vote for the best chicken wings from more than 30 teams that will serve about 750 pounds of chicken wings until they’re gone for $10. The chicken wings are donated by Schweigert Foods and Cargill. There will also be corn on the cob, stuffed baked potatoes, mini doughnuts, funnel cakes, kettle corn, lemonade, candy and other items as well as the barbecue, ribs, brisket and pulled pork. This year the public will not have to purchase tickets to redeem for
food and drink, and cash will be accepted everywhere. The 10 categories of competition are chicken, ribs, pork, brisket, chili, chicken wings, sausage, seafood, dessert and homemade barbecue sauce. The award ceremony is at 5 p.m. Saturday in the beer garden at the fairgrounds. Musical guests are Kat Blu and John Goodsall who are performing Friday and Saturday. There will be kids games and activities on Saturday with music, dance, crafts and games. About 3,000 people attended last year’s Big Island Barbecue. More than 50 teams compete for more than $13,000 in prize money and trophies from all over the Midwest. This will be the third annual state competition and the overall winner will go to American Royal Barbecue in Kansas City, Kan., and the World Barbecue Jack Daniel’s Championship in Tennessee.
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Publisher Scott Schmeltzer Managing Editor Tim Engstrom Advertising Director Crystal Miller Creative Director Stacey Bahr Circulation Director Carrie Knipfer Accountant Lisa Foley News Geri McShane Nick Gerhardt Sarah Stultz Kelli Lageson Ed Shannon Danielle Boss Jon Theur Advertising Catherine Buboltz Renee Citsay Clay Culbertson Angie Hoffman Classifieds Michelle DaViega Joan Miller Graphic Design Kathy Johnson Circulation Melissa Goodwin Peggy Osmundson
Region................................................. 4 Albert Lea............................................ 6
Events Take a Kid Fishing Day........................ 5 Eddie Cochran Weekend.................. 10 Midwest Reg. Show Ski Tourney......... 12 Freeborn County Fair......................... 22 Albert Lea Fourth of July.................... 30 April S. Memorial Half Marathon....... 36 Morin Lake Days in Alden.................. 36 Hollandale Harvest Festival................ 37 RAGBRAI in Clear Lake....................... 39 July Jubilee in Lake Mills..................... 40 Bricelyn Fourth of July......................... 40 Kernel Days in Wells............................ 41 Worth County Fair............................... 42 Northwood Fourth of July................... 42 Glenville Days..................................... 42 Borderfest in Emmons......................... 42 Farm & City Days in New Richland... 43 Ellendale Days.................................... 43 Hayward Days..................................... 44 Big Island Barbecue........................... 46
Attractions County Parks....................................... 5 Pelican Breeze II.................................. 7 Marion Ross Performing Arts Center. 9 Albert Lea Public Library.................... 11 Bayside Skiers...................................... 12 Disc golf............................................... 14 Albert Lea Family Y............................. 15 National Vitality Center...................... 16 Story Lady Doll Museum..................... 18 Blazing Star Trail................................... 19 Swimming............................................ 21 Albert Lea Art Center......................... 26 Albert Lea Parks & Recreation.......... 28 Fishing.................................................. 31 Freeborn County Historical Museum.32 Golfing................................................. 34 Conger................................................ 36 Harmony Park..................................... 41 Clarks Grove........................................ 41 Geneva............................................... 41 Hartland............................................... 43 Manchester......................................... 44
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The Albert Lea-Freeborn County Chamber of Commerce "The Voice For Business" Helping Our Community Grow and Prosper
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Shopping, Dining & Entertainment Over 35 Stores & Businesses Restaurants, Cinema 7 Theatre, Spa & Salons
Interstate Packaging Corporation is a locally operated full service packaging solutions manufacturer offering a wide range of custom corrugated products. Capabilities include: • On site design facility • Experienced professional sales group • Graphic intensive POP solutions • Variable run quantities of corrugated cartons and inner-packing
Reaching out to new business, helping existing business thrive!
• Extensive Min/Max or JIT Inventory programs
The Albert Lea-Freeborn County Chamber of Commerce's mission is to "Promote and develop a healthy and positive business climate and improve the quality of life in the Albert Lea-Freeborn County area." Over 500 members strong, the Chamber of Commmerce is the one organization that merges all phases of our local economy from the smallest employer to the largest in the area. Always striving to enhance the business environment, we work with local and state government to create a climate conducive to growth. Our Chamber Bucks program returns nearly $175,000 to the local economy each year. Our members support many summer time events for the community, as well, including the Eddie Cochran Weekend, the Fourth of July Fireworks, the Freeborn County Fair and so much more. Look for the Chamber of Commerce membership sticker at our member businesses.
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Northbridge Mall Businesses • Albert Lea Driving School • Anytime Fitness • Book World • Certified Travel • Christopher & Banks • Cinema 7 Theatre • Classic Reflections Salon & Spa • Conger Meat Market • CVB (Convention
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Your Kind of Place • Over 965 slots & video poker machines • Action-packed table games: Craps, Blackjack, Roulette, live Poker & more • Big Wheel Bar - live entertainment every Friday & Saturday • 5,000 sq. foot Event Center - entertainment, banquets & parties • Woodfire Grille - intimate dining in a cozy, fireside atmosphere • Kitchen Buffet - live-action cooking
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Summer Fun Guide
Albert Lea Public Library Summer Reading Program 2010
Summer Playparks June 7-July 29 Open Monday-Thursday 1:00-8:00 p.m.
Wedgewood Cove
Sanderson Auto Repair is a full-service preventive maintenance & automotive repair center that has been performing high quality, guaranteed automotive repairs in the Albert Lea area since 1985. We service & repair all makes and models of domestic and import vehicles.
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Summer Carnival
SUMMER REGISTRATION
Join us for an afternoon of carnival games, face painting, bouncies, food and prizes!!
Registration for all programs is located at the City Arena.
Hours: 8:00 am-5:00 pm
When: Wednesday, July 14th Time: 4:00-7:00pm Where: Farmer’s Market-North Broadway Parking Lot Fee: $2.00 (includes all games!)
The office is open over the noon hour throughout the year.
Children 2 & under FREE
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Weekly Programs
• FREE Shuttle Service • FREE Pick Up & Delivery • Mobile Service Available
Storytime- Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays at 10:30 L.A.F.- Library Afternoon Fun- Tuesdays at 2:00 Art Zones Studio- Wednesdays at 10:30 Movie Day- Wednesdays at 2:00 Night-time Storytime- Thursdays at 6:00
www.SandersonAuto.us See Cheri today for all your RV parts, sales & service!
Magician Jim Jayes- Thurs., June 10th at 2 and 3 p.m. Pirate Tales- Thurs., June 17th at 2 and 3 p.m. Mall of America Underwater Adventure-
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Thurs., June 24th at 2 and 3 p.m. Red, White & Blue Party- Thurs., July 1st at 2 p.m. Okee Dokee Brothers- Thurs., July 8th at 2 and 3 p.m. BINGO- Thurs., July 15th at 2 p.m. Zoo-man- Thurs., July 22nd at 2 and 3 p.m.
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June 7th– July 25th Read Books and Receive Prizes!! Mark & Karen Sanderson
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Children’s Room 211 East Clark Street Albert Lea, MN 56007 (507) 377-4356 Sponsored by: The Friends of the Library
AQUATIC CENTER Aquatic Center will open
June 5, 2010 Open Mon-Fri 1:00-6:00 p.m. Sat & Sun 1:00-7:00 p.m.
Daily Admission (includes tax): Children 2 & under $1.25 Children 3-17 years $3.25 Adults 18 & over $3.50 Individual Season Pass (plus tax): $35/in town $45/out of town
NO REFUNDS~NO CHECKS Look for our brochure online:
www.cityofalbertlea.org KIDS ART IN THE PARK Enjoy face painting, tie-dying, arts and scraps table, children’s gallery, Magician Jim Jayes and so much more! Sidewalk chalk mural judging starting at 6p.m. When: Friday, June 18th Time: 4:00-7:00 p.m. Where: Central Park Fee: FREE (bring t-shirts, etc.
you would like to tie-dye; sidewalk chalk will be provided)
Food and beverage available for purchase
Registrations can be placed over the phone using Visa/MC. $5.00 fee for this service.
Albert Lea Parks & Rec Phone: 507-377-4370 Email:
jhutchison@city.albertlea.org jdavis@city.albertlea.org jhagen@city.albertlea.org bfurland@city.albertlea.org
Play Ball! MN Twins Clinic
The MN Twins will be offering a free baseball/softball clinic to youth in Albert Lea. Clinics are funded/administered by the Twins Community Fund. Clinics are open to boys and girls ages 6 to 16 and focus on hitting, fielding and throwing. Parents are encouraged to participate. The Twins provide safe, youth-friendly equipment. Participants need to bring gloves. When: Friday, June 25 Time: 2:00 p.m.-6-9 year olds 3:30 p.m.-10-16 year olds Where: Hayek Field (in case of inclement weather-City Arena) Fee: FREE
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
We are looking for enthusiastic adults/parents to help volunteer for our many activities. If interested contact 377-4370.
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NOW AT THORNE CREST Rehabilitation gives individuals who have experienced debilitating illness or injury both opportunity and hope by restoring their functional independence. It is our mission to help residents return to their optimum level of function and lifestyle, all in a homelike environment. We realize each person’s needs are unique, therefore, we create treatment programs based on a resident’s physical limitations, abilities and recovery goals. Providing direction and support throughout a resident’s recovery are the Thorne Crest rehab teams. These interdisciplinary teams of caring and experienced rehabilitation professionals are prepared to help residents improve strength, increase mobility, enhance feeding abilities, address speech issues; in essence, return residents to their activities of daily living.
“It’s just like home! The staff is just lovely. They treat you like family. With the separate entrance, my family comes & goes as if I were in my home.” — Helene
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“There is a family atmosphere here. The staff is so nice, caring and friendly.” — Shirley “Everyone is very nice and it’s very comfortable here. My time here has prepared me to return to my home soon.” — Evelyn
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It’s a Vitality summer! : e d i s n i o s al Albert Lea once again has 2 golf courses
Midwest Regional Show Ski Tournament returns to Fountain Lake
George Jones to perform at Freeborn County Fair