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Minneapolis Central Library / Photo: Meet Minneapolis

7th Place Farmers Market, Saint Paul / Photo: Pat Laurel, Saint Paul CVA

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Greetings from the Metropolitan Council of Chambers

Location, Location, Location

Metro area map

Metro area school districts map

Selecting a School

Traveling Around the Twin Cities

Choosing a city to suit your tastes and lifestyle Opening day at Target Field April 12, 2010 / Photo: Minnesota Twins

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Information about public, private and post-secondary education

Transportation options: by car, bus light rail, or air

Healthcare in the Twin Cities Healthy environment combines with world-class healthcare facilities

A paradise for Shoppers, Diners and Art Lovers Cornucopia of shopping, dining, arts and culture

Credit Reports I nformation for consumers from the Minnesota Office of

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the Attorney General

Furry friends find comfort living in the Twin Cities et friendly dining, dog parks and places to live P

Mother Nature #1 attraction look at metro parks, Target Field, and TCF Bank Stadium A Success attracts success for Minnesota businesses

Index of Listings

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Looking at the area’s diverse past, present and future

WELCOME! Twin Cities

The Twin Cities…hometown culture, big city choices

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The Twin Cites… hometown culture, big city choices

Opening day at Target Field April 12, 2010 / Photo: Minnesota Twins

BY MARIANNE MCDONOUGH

n the new Target Field, two cartoon figures, Paul and Minnie, celebrate every Twins home run with a handshake across the river. Created as the Twins logo in 1961, these fictional baseball players are classic Minnesotan, just like the “Twin Cities” they represent. Congenial siblings, Minneapolis and St. Paul were birthed about the same time in the 1830s, but make no mistake: they are anything but identical. And that just might be the best thing about living there. Across the rest of the state, Minneapolis and St. Paul are simply called “the Cities.” Their census region combines a population of 3.5 million residents, making it the thirteenth largest metropolitan area in the nation. A charming blend of heartland America and sophistication, the Cities have earned numerous awards for quality of life and economy. No matter the category, the best of all worlds can be found there, and diversity reigns. 4 | Welcome! 2010

Diversity in History:

Called the “Dual Cities” in the 1870s, Minneapolis and St. Paul have common ground but unique origins. Mark Twain quipped, “St. Paul and Minneapolis were founded on the power of liquid, Minneapolis on the falls of St. Anthony, St. Paul on the power of whiskey. That’s why St. Paul was and remains today the political center.” The latter part is good humor, but Twain had it right about the history.

St Paul ca. 1910

Originally both cities drew their economy from the Mississippi River, though in vastly different ways. On the east, St. Paul established a trading and transportation gateway, while on the west, Minneapolis boomed as a lumbering and mill city. St. Paul, the elder city, boasts a colorful past, thanks to a smart colonel and a French Canadian bootlegger. In 1805, Zebulon Pike struck a deal with Native American tribes for the territory. Shortly thereafter, Fort Snelling

Minneapolis ca. 1920

Former military outpost, historic Fort Snelling

was built at the juncture of the Mississippi and Minnesota Rivers, becoming a cultural and economic hub where Dakota, Ojibwa, and French Canadian traders converged. A retired fur trader, infamous Pierre “Pig’s Eye” Parrant, ran a popular tavern in Fountain Cave just south of current downtown St. Paul, giving impetus to the name “Pig’s Eye Landing.” In 1841, French missionary Father Lucien Galtier built St. Paul’s Chapel on the bluffs, pressing to change the name to St. Paul. As steamboats thronged to Lambert’s Landing, St. Paul became “The Last City of the East.” Later railroad magnate James J.

The historic Saint Paul Hotel / Photo: Saint Paul Hotel

Guthrie Theater and the mill ruins in the Riverfront District / photo: Meet Minneapolis

Hill built the Great Northern Railway system, headquartered in St Paul.

he winning combination of water power and transit established the “Mill City” as one of the largest and most prosperous milling regions in the world.

room, drinking and playing poker until it was too late for the governor to sign the bill. • Minnesota was the first state to offer troops to Abraham Lincoln for the Civil War. • In 1890 Minneapolis and St. Paul arrested and kidnapped each other’s census takers to try to prevent one city from outgrowing the other. Diversity continued on page 6

Meanwhile Minneapolis, “The First City of the West,” attracted a more Scandinavian population, primarily Lutheran, who harnessed the power of majestic Saint Anthony Falls, the only natural waterfall on the Mississippi. Initially, sawmills competed from both sides of the falls, establishing Minneapolis on the west, St. Anthony on the east. By 1872, Hill’s rail service connected Minneapolis and Chicago, and Minneapolis absorbed St. Anthony. The winning combination of water power and transit established the “Mill City” as one of the largest and most prosperous milling regions in the world.

mill city Magical History Tours Jackie Siewert –Tour Guide:

“The Pillsbury A Mill was designed by architect Leroy Buffington who refused to listen to engineers on the construction. Twenty years later the mill caved in at the top and bowed out at the bottom, sagging into the “S” shape it retains to this day. Rumor has it that it’s scheduled to become condos.”

Overall, the history of the Twin Cities has showcased a creative, energetic populace. The following are interesting nuggets:

“The Washburn Crosby Company, precursor to

• St. Paul has politician, Joseph Rolette Jr., to thank for its capital status. The city of St. Peter competed for the honor. A bill making St. Peter the capital passed in 1857 after legislators received valuable land deeds from the St. Peter Land Company, Governor Willis Gorman’s business. Reportedly, Rolette, document in hand, hid in a hotel

station, WCCO, currently a major Twin Cities multi-

General Mills, got tired of paying for advertising on radio stations, so they just started their own media station.” Betty Crocker, never a real person, was a promotional gimmick invented in 1921 by the Washburn Crosby Company (forerunner to General Mills) to share tips and recipes with homemakers. www.welcometwincities.com | 5

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• During Prohibition, St. Paul became notorious for harboring criminals, thanks to the “O’Connor system,” a laissez-faire policy that granted out-of-town criminals immunity for good behavior in the city limits. Alvin “Creepy” Karpis said, “Every criminal of any importance in the 1930s made his home at one time or another in St. Paul. If you were looking for a guy you hadn’t seen for a few months, you usually thought of two places—prison or St. Paul.”

James J. Hill house / Photo: Pat Laurel; Saint Paul CVA

• James J. Hill spent $650,000 in 1883 to build the Stone Arch Bridge over St. Anthony Falls. The 2,100-foot bridge, ridiculed initially as “Hill’s Folly,” was acclaimed upon completion for reducing travel time between Minneapolis and St. Paul to twenty minutes. • Members of the Minnesota Naval Reserve fired the first American shots at Pearl Harbor from the U.S.S. Ward warship. A memorial to World War II, the historic gun was installed at the Minnesota State Capitol building in 1956. The ship’s bell is displayed in St. Paul’s City Hall.

Block E and Le Meredian Hotel Downtown Minneapolis / Photo: Meet Minneapolis

Polish immigrants eventually settled there as well. In 1838, three Irish soldiers, discharged from Fort Snelling, settled in St. Paul and were the first Irish immigrants in the state. In 1851, St. Paul held its first St. Patrick’s Day parade, a tradition that now draws at least 100,000 spectators. Well into the twentieth century, Irish Catholics comprised most of the mayors and city officials.

Canadians, Germans and Irish. Jews from Russia, Poland, Lithuania, and Romania also made Minneapolis their home, and by 1880, a small Black population of 362 occupied the north side of the city and some of the south, eventually growing to about 4,000 by 1925.

minnehaha falls

Attracting 850,000 visitors annually, the picturesque 53-foot high Minnehaha Falls is nestled within a 193-acre park, a popular site for weddings.

Diversity in Demographics and Cultures:

The informational center for Minnehaha Park is a 2/3 replica of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s home in

By the end of the nineteenth century, the most prominent ethnic groups in St. Paul were the Irish and Germans, although Swedish, Czech, Austro-Hungarian, and

Cambridge, Massachusetts. A cement imprint of Lyndon Johnson’s footprints was made in 1964 when he visited Minnehaha Park.

Saint Paul’s annual Cinco de Mayo Festival / Photo: Saint Paul CVA

Native American celebration / Photo: Meet Minneapolis

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In Minneapolis, the Swedes eventually became the largest immigrated group in the city, with Norwegians second largest, and the Danish third. However, numerous other cultural groups settled there as well. The “Bohemian Flats” on the west bank of the Mississippi drew Slovaks, Poles, French

Minnehaha Falls / Photo: Meet Minneapolis

After World War II, especially during the last three decades, a significant influx of immigrants and refugees occurred from China, the Philippines, Japan, Korea, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Thailand, Somalia, Southeast Asia, and Latin America. Though Mexican-Americans have tended to reside on St. Paul’s west side, recently many Latinos have chosen to live in Minneapolis.

Minnesota State Capital, Saint Paul

Diversity in Politics:

Minnesotans have a reputation for interesting and active politics. Former Minnesota Senator Eugene McCarthy said, “Being in politics is like being a football coach. You have to be smart enough to understand the game, and dumb enough to think it’s important.” Hubert Humphrey and Walter Mondale, both Twin Citians, served as vice presidents, and Orville Freeman, a former governor, was a Secretary of Agriculture. More recently, James George Janos, known as Jesse “The Body” Ventura, a wrestler, became governor

Downtown Saint Paul and the Science Museum of Minnesota / Photo: Science Museum of Minnesota

in 1998. Ventura said, “I decided to run for governor because I got mad…I want to make government more directly accountable to the people.” In 2009, after a highly-contested race, Minnesota sent Al Franken, writer/ comedian / political commentator, to Washington as its junior senator. Of the last fifteen national elections, Minnesota has led the nation in voter turnout eleven times, including the past seven elections, dating back to 1996. In

2008, its turnout was 77.8%, 16.2 points higher than the national average. Politically, the Twin Cities run their local governments differently but share common ground on the national front. Minneapolis has a mayor but is primarily run by its thirteen districts’ (ward) representatives, while St. Paul’s mayor heads a seven-member city council. The Minnesota Democratic-Farmer Labor Party (DFL) has been the mainstay party statewide for more than sixty years. Influenced by Hubert H. Humphrey, the DFL was organized in 1944 when the grass roots Farmer Labor movement joined forces with the national Democratic Party.

Diversity of Climate and Geography:

Minnesotans joke about the four seasons— winter, still winter, not winter, and almost winter—but they love the outdoors and make the most of their ever-changing climate. Famous Minnesota author, Sinclair Lewis, said, “Winter is not a season, it’s an occupation.” The Twin Cities pride themselves on year-round options for outdoor recreation. Situated inland with a northerly latitude, Minneapolis and St. Paul have the coldest weather of any metropolitan area in the country but fare warmer than most of Minneapolis Convention Center backed by the night skyline / Photo: Meet Minneapolis

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Landmark Plaza / Photo: Pat Laurel; Saint Paul CVA

Minneapolis Sculpture Garden / Photo: Meet Minneapolis

Diversity from page 7

Minnesota. The average annual temperature is 45.4° F., with average highs varying from 21.9° F. in January to 83.3° F. in July. The year 1936 set records for both lowest and highest temperatures at the Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport, -34° F. on January 22nd and 108° F. on July 14th. The snowiest winter of record, 1983-1984, produced 98.4 inches of snowfall. Along with the rest of the state, Minneapolis and St. Paul excel in glacially-formed, natural freshwater lakes and dramatic riverfront. Minnesota has 11,842 lakes more than ten acres in size. Minneapolis, called “The City of Lakes” has 22, among them the picturesque Chain of Lakes, surrounded by the Grand Rounds Scenic Byway with 50.1 miles of walking and biking trails. Minnehaha Falls, the subject of Longfellow’s romantic “Song of Hiawatha,” still attracts honeymooners.

Diversity in Arts, Culture, and Events:

First Avenue / Photo: Meet Minneapolis

When it comes to the arts, both St. Paul and Minneapolis have flair, but each offers a different palette of choices. St. Paul is known for its active grass roots arts community, fifteen museums (three considered world class), and more than 52,000 theater seats. In addition to 130 art galleries city-wide, the largest concentration of live/work space for studio artists in the country resides in a renovated warehouse district. A number of celebrities grew up in St. Paul, among them literary giant, The Great Gatsby author, F. Scott Fitzgerald and American cartoonist, Charles M. Schultz, author of the comic strip Peanuts. Current resident and famed author/story teller Garrison Keillor hosts the nationallybroadcasted radio show, A Prairie Home Companion. The renowned St. Paul Chamber Orchestra performs more than 150 concerts

Ordway Center, Saint Paul

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sculpture garden

The eleven-acre Minneapolis Sculpture Garden is one of the largest urban sculpture gardens in the country. The Spoonbridge and Cherry sculpture, an iconic symbol of Minneapolis, was built at two shipbuilding yards in New England. The spoon weighs 5,800 pounds, the cherry 1,200 pounds. Guthrie Theater / Photo: Meet Minneapolis

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Dreamgirls performed at the Orhpeum / Photo: Meet Minneapolis

Greetings! from the Metropolitan Council of Chambers

n behalf of these metropolitan area Chambers of Commerce, we’re pleased to present the 2010 Welcome! Twin Cities Guide, offering timesaving information and valuable insights into the metro area. If you have questions, contact the Chamber of Commerce closest to you. Dakota County Regional Chamber*

Minnesota American Indian Chamber

651-452-9872 www.drcchamber.com info@drcchamber.com

612-870-4533 www.maicc.org

Delano Chamber*

763-972—6756 www.delanochamber.com

Eden Prairie Chamber* 952-944-2830 www.epchamber.org

Edina Chamber* 952-806-9060 www.edinachamber.com

Elk River Area Chamber* 763-441-3110 www.elkriverchamber.org

Forest Lake Area Chamber* 651-464-3200 www.flacc.org

Ham Lake Chamber 763-434-3011 www.hamlakecc.org Hennepin Avenue Bridge, Minneapolis

Hastings Area Chamber*

Anoka Area Chamber*

651-437-6775 www.hastingsmn.org

763-421-7130 www.anokaareachamber.com

Hispanic Chamber

Apple Valley Chamber*

952-432-8422 www.applevalleychamber.com

Asian-American Chamber 651-642-1331 www.asianamericanmn.com

Bloomington Chamber* 952-888-8818 www.minneapolischamber.org

Buffalo Chamber 763-682-4902 www.buffalochamber.org

612-312-1692 www.hispanicmn.org

I-94 West/NW Suburban Chamber* 763-428-2921 www.i94westchamber.org

Minnesota Black Chamber 651-777-9119 www.minnsotabcc.org

Minnesota Chamber 651-292-4650 www.mnchamber.com

Minnesota Hmong Chamber 651-6i45-6777 www.hmongchamber.com

Monticello Chamber* 763-295-2700 www.monticellochamber.com

Montrose-Waverly Chamber 612-790-2236 www.montrosewaverlychamber.com

North Hennepin Area Chamber* 763-424-6744 www.nhachamber.com

Northfield Area Chamber*

507-645-5604 www.northfieldchamber.com

Northeast Minneapolis Chamber* 612.370.9100 www.minneapolischamber.org

Prior Lake Chamber 952-440-1000 www.priorlakechamber.org

Lakeville Area Chamber* 952-469-2020 www.lakevillechambercvb.org

Long Lake Area Chamber 952-475-4913 www.longlake-orono.org

Lonsdale Chamber

Burnsville Chamber*

507-744-4962 www.lonsdalechamber.net

952-435-6000 www.burnsvillechamber.com

MetroNorth Chamber*

u.s. chamber

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business federation representing the interests of more than 3 million businesses of all sizes, sectors,

763-783-3553 www.metronorthchamber.org

and regions, as well as state and local chambers

Christian Chamber 952-607-6477 www.usccc-mn.org

Midway Chamber*

Chamber members are small businesses with 100

Cottage Grove Chamber

651-646-2636 www.midwaychamber.com

employees or fewer.

651-458-8334 www.cottagegrovechamber.org

Minneapolis Regional Chamber*

and industry associations. More than 96% of U.S.

612-370-9100 www.minneapolischamber.org

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Minnesota State Capitol in Saint Paul

Downtown Minneapolis

Quad Area Chamber

SouthWest Metro Chamber*

651-815-2750 www.quadchamber.org

952-448-5000 www.swmetrochamber.com

Red Wing Area Chamber

Greater Stillwater Chamber*

651-388-4719 www.redwingchamber.com

651.439.4001 www.ilovestillwater.com

Richfield Chamber*

Twin Cites North Chamber

612-866-5100 www.richfieldchambercvb.org

763-571-9781 www.twincitiesnorth.org

River Heights Area Chamber*

TwinWest Chamber*

651-451-2266 www.riverheights.com

763-450-2220 www.twinwest.com

Robbinsdale Chamber

Waconia Chamber*

763-531-1279 www.robbinsdalemn.com/chamber

952-442-5812 www.waconiachamber.org

Rockford-Greenfield Area Chamber

Watertown Chamber

inquire@rgchamber.org www.rgchamber.com

952-955-5175 www.watertown-chamber.com

Saint Anthony Area Chamber

Greater Wayzata Area Chamber*

612-782-3301 www.saintanthonychamber.org

952-473-9595 www.wayzatachamber.com

Saint Paul Area Chamber*

West Hennepin Chamber

651-223-5000 www.saintpaulchamber.com

763-479-1988 www.whcc-mn.org

Savage Chamber

White Bear Area Chamber

952-894-8876 www.savagechamber.com

651-429-8593 www.whitebearchamber.com

Shakopee Chamber*

Woodbury Chamber

952-445-1660 www.shakopee.org

651-578-0722 www.woodburychamber.org

South Lake-Excelsior Chamber* 952-474-6461 www.southlake-excelsiorchamber.com 10 | Welcome! 2010

Mississippi River Saint Paul / Photo: Jeff Remme

your local chamber

The local Chamber of Commerce serving each community is available to give you additional information on cities and schools in their area.

*Metropolian Council of Chambers Member

Please call or visit their website for more details.

Riverview at Upper Landing on the Mississippi River near downtown Saint Paul

Location, Location, Location I

f your family is relocating to the Twin Cities, or you’re just considering a move to another neighborhood, you’ve probably already been told or know that location is everything. And, it’s true. The single most important fact about buying a new home is choosing the right location. Location has the greatest effect on your investment. Location affects everything from property values to commute time to making sure there’s a latte shop within walking distance. Although individuals will have different objectives in finding the right location, most people are looking for a low crime rate, nearby shopping and parks, well-maintained homes, and a reasonable commute time. Home buyers should define what is important to them in a neighborhood and school district. Are you looking for a school and shops within walking distance? Do you see your family in an older well-established inner ring community, or a newer home in a suburban development? The Twin Cities also offers families the choice of locating to a more rural atmosphere in an outlying township, and yet, these communities can provide easy access to the metropolitan area.

Scope out the area

Spend some time walking or driving through the neighborhood. Take note of how well homeowners keep up their homes and yards. Even something as simple as trying to make eye contact with people you encounter, will help you determine how safe and friendly the neighborhood is. Determining the age of residents in the area will help define whether the neighborhood is primarily young families, college students, or retirees. Will your family fit into the chemistry of the community?

Consider commute time

For many working adults, the amount of time spent commuting is an important factor. Try driving or taking public transportation during the time period you expect to be going to and from your job. You’ll discover fairly quickly whether you consider the level of traffic and travel time acceptable. Bus and light rail are also viable options for getting to work in the Twin Cities. Check out Metro Transit at www.metrotransit.org for specifics. If driving on I-35W or I-394, commuters can also have a more reliable and convenient commute by choosing MnPASS Express Lanes. For a modest fee

you can enjoy express travel between the suburbs and downtown Minneapolis. For more information, visit www.mnpass.org. Location continued on page 12

where to live

The mantra of real estate agents often is: location, location, location. Most real estate professionals agree that homes can increase or decrease in value due to location. It’s the number one rule in real estate. You can buy the right home in the wrong location. You can change the structure, remodel it or alter the home’s layout, but ordinarily, you cannot move it. It’s attached to the land. The best locations are those in prime spots such as: • Within top-rated school districts • Close to outdoor recreation and nature • Homes with a view. • Near entertainment and shopping • Near public transportation, health care and jobs

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Lexington: 15 miles north of Minneapolis •w ww.ci.lexington.mn.us • 7 63-784-2792 • I SD 12 Centennial Lino Lakes: 20 minutes north of Minneapolis •w ww.ci.lino-lakes.mn.us • 6 51-982-2400 • I SD 12 Centennial • I SD 624 White Bear Lake • I SD 831 Forest Lake Nowthen: Northwest corner of Anoka County •w ww.nowthenmn.govoffice2.com • 7 63-441-1347 • I SD 15 St. Francis Oak Grove: Northern Anoka County •w ww.ci.oak-grove.mn.us • 7 63-753-1920 • I SD St. Francis • I SD 11 Anoka-Hennepin Location from page 11

Choosing a city to suit your tastes and lifestyle

Ramsey: Northwestern Anoka County •w ww.ci.ramsey.mn.us • 7 63-427-1410 • I SD 11 Anoka-Hennepin

he Twin Cities offer great variety in the types of communities where you can choose to live. From the urban centers of Minneapolis and St. Paul to the rural townships in the outlying counties, you will find a city to suit your tastes and lifestyle. The following pages include information for each community, arranged by county. City websites and the name of the school districts (with ISD numbers) serving that area are included in this section. For more information, see listings section on page 51.

St. Francis: Northern edge of Anoka County •w ww.stfrancis.govoffice.com • 7 63-753-2630 • I SD 15 St. Francis

Anoka County

Carver County

Andover: 20 miles north of downtown Minneapolis • w ww.ci.andover.mn.us • 763-755-5100 • ISD 11 Anoka- Hennepin Anoka: 20 miles northwest of Minneapolis • w ww.ci-anoka.mn.us • 763-576-2700 • ISD 11 Anoka-Hennepin Bethel: Northern Anoka County • 763-434-4366 • ISD 15 St. Francis Blaine: 11 miles north of Minneapolis • w ww.ci.blaine.mn.us • 763-784-6700 • ISD 11 Anoka-Hennepin • ISD 12 Centennial • ISD 16 Spring Lake Park • ISD 621 Mounds View Centerville: 20 minutes from St. Paul and 30 minutes from Minneapolis • w ww.centervillemn.com • 651-429-3232 • ISD 12 Centennial Circle Pines: Southeast part of county, 15 miles north of Minneapolis • w ww.ci.circle-pines.mn.us • 763-784-5898 • ISD 12 Centennial

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Columbia Heights: First-ring northern suburb of Minneapolis www.ci.columbia-heights.mn.us • 763-706-3600 • ISD 13 Columbia Heights Coon Rapids: North of Minneapolis along the Mississippi River • ci.coon-rapids.mn.us • 763-755-2880 • ISD 11 Anoka Hennepin East Bethel: 22 miles from the Twin Cities, northeastern Anoka County • w ww.east-bethel.mn.us • 763-434-9569 • ISD 15 St. Francis • ID 831 Forest Lake Fridley: North of Minneapolis with Mississippi River on western border • www.ci.fridley.mn.us • 763-571-3450 • ISD 11 Anoka-Hennepin • ISD 14 Fridley • ISD 13 Columbia Heights • ISD 16 Spring Lake Park Ham Lake: 18 miles north of Minneapolis • w ww.ci.ham-lake.mn.us • 763-434-9555 • ISD 11 Anoka-Hennepin • ISD 831 Forest Lake Hilltop: North of Minneapolis • w ww.ci.columbia-heights.mn.us • 763-571-2023 • ISD 13 Columbia Heights

Spring Lake Park: 15 miles northeast of Twin Cities •w ww.spring-lake-park.mn.us • 7 63-784-6491 • I SD 16 Spring Lake Park

Chanhassen: 17 miles southwest of Twin Cities •w ww.ci.chanhassen.mn.us • 9 52-227-1100 • I SD 112 Chaska • I SD 276 Minnetonka Chaska: Southwestern metro area •w ww.chaska.org • 9 52-448-9200 • I SD 112 Chaska Waconia: 30 miles west of Twin Cities •w ww.waconia.org • 9 52-442-3100 • I SD 110 Waconia Watertown: Western fringe of Twin Cities •w ww.ci-watertown.mn.us • 9 52-955-2681 • I SD 111 Watertown-Mayer Victoria: Western edge of the Twin Cities •w ww.ci.victoria.mn.us • 9 52-443-4210 • I SD 276 Minnetonka • I SD 110 Waconia • I SD 112 Chaska

Dakota County Apple Valley: South-central suburb of Twin Cities •w ww.ci.apple-valley.mn.us • 9 52-952-2500 • I SD 196 Rosemount-Apple ValleyEagan

Burnsville: South of Minneapolis •w ww.ci.burnsville.mn.us • 9 52-895-4400 • I SD 191 Burnsville • I SD 196 Rosemount-Apple ValleyEagan • I SD 194 Lakeville Eagan: South of Twin CIties •w ww.cityofeagan.com • 6 51-675-5000 • I SD 196 Rosemount • I SD 191 Burnsville • I SD 197 West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan Farmington: 30 miles south of Minneapolis •w ww.ci.farmington.mn.us • 6 51-463-7111 • I SD 192 Farmington • I SD 194 Lakeville Hastings: Southeast fringe of metro area, county seat for Dakota County •w ww.ci.hastings.mn.us • 6 51-480-2350 • I SD 200 Hastings Inver Grove Heights: Five miles south of St. Paul •w ww.ci.inver-grove-heights.mn.us • 6 51-450-2500 • I SD 199 Inver Grove Lakeville: 20 miles south of Twin Cities • www.ci.lakeville.mn.us • 952-9852-4400 • ISD 194 Lakeville • I SD 196 Rosemount-Apple ValleyEagan • I SD 192 Farmington Lilydale: Between Mendota and Mendota Heights •w ww.lilydale.govoffice.com • 6 51-457-2316 • I SD 197 West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan Mendota: South of Twin Cities •w ww.cityofmendota.org • 6 51-454-0019 • I SD 197 West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan Mendota Heights: First ring suburb south of St. Paul •w ww.mendota-heights.com • 6 51-452-1850 • I SD 197 West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan Rosemount: South suburban area •w ww.ci.rosemount.mn.us • 6 51-423-4411 • I SD 196 Rosemount-Apple ValleyEagan South St. Paul: South of St. Paul •w ww.southstpaul.org • 6 51-554-3200 • I SD 6 South St. Paul Sunfish Lake: Entirely residential neighborhood south of Twin Cities •w ww.sunfishlake.org • 6 51-681-2300 • I SD 197 West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan Location continued on page 14

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Saint Francis

SHERBURNE

Bethel

Metro area map

East Bethel Oak Grove

Elk River

Wyoming

CHISAGO

ANOKA

169

Chisago City

Big Lake

Center Lindstrom City

Stacy

Monticello Otsego

Ramsey

Andover

Ham Lake

Albertville

Forest Lake

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Anoka

241

Saint Michael

Buffalo

Rogers

WRIGHT

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Rockford

Loretto Plymouth

Medina

Maple Plain Independence

HENNEPIN

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Orono

Wayzata

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Hopkins Minnetonka

169

Victoria

Chanhassen

Eden Prairie

101

SAINT PAUL

7 100

MINNEAPOLIS

Edina

Lilydale West Saint Paul

149

Mendota Mendota Heights

Richfield

CARVER 212

Newport

149

Eagan

Saint Paul Park

Inver Grove Heights

Cottage Grove

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169

Carver

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Bloomington

Woodbury

52 156

Sunfish Lake

Chaska

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South of St. Paul • w ww.ci.west-saint-paul.mn.us • 651-552-4100 • ISD 197 West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan

Goodhue County Red Wing: Southeast of Twin Cities • w ww.ci.red-wing.mn.us • 651-385-3600 • ISD 256 Red Wing

Hennepin County Bloomington: Southern suburb of Minneapolis • w ww.ci.bloomington.mn.us • 952-563-8700 • ISD 271 Bloomington Brooklyn Center: North of downtown Minneapolis • w ww.ci.brooklyn-center.mn.us • 763-569-3300 • ISD 286 Brooklyn Center • ISD 281 Robbinsdale • ISD 279 Osseo • ISD 11 Anoka-Hennepin Brooklyn Park: West bank of Mississippi River in northern Hennepin County • w ww.brooklynpark.org • 763-424-8000 • ISD 279 Osseo • ISD 11 Anoka-Hennepin • ISD 281 Robbinsdale Champlin: Northwest of Minneapolis • w ww.ci.champlin.mn.us • 763-421-8100 • ISD 11 Anoka-Hennepin Corcoran: Northwest corner of Hennepin County • w ww.ci.corcoran.mn.us • 763-420-2288 • ISD 879 Delano • ISD 883 Rockford • ISD 284 Wayzata • ISD 877 Buffaloa • ISD 279 Osseo Crystal: First ring suburb, 15 minutes northwest of Minneapolis • w ww.ci.crystal.mn.us • 763-531-1000 • ISD 281 Robbinsdale Dayton: Northernmost city in Hennepin County • w ww.ci.dayton.mn.us • 763-427-4589 • ISD 11 Anoka-Hennepin • ISD 279 Osseo • ISD 728 Elk River Eden Prairie: 12 miles southwest of downtown Minneapolis • w ww.ci.eden-prairie.mn.us • 952-949-8300 • ISD 272 Eden Prairie

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Edina: Southwestern edge of Minneapolis • w ww.ci.edina.mn.us • 952-927-8861 • ISD 273 Edina

Excelsior: 20-minutes west of Minneapolis on Lake Minnetonka •w ww.ci.excelsior.mn.us • 9 52-474-5233 • I SD 276 Minnetonka Golden Valley: West of downtown Minneapolis •w ww.ci.golden-valley.mn.us • 7 63-593-8000 • I SD 281 Robbinsdale • I SD 270 Hopkins Greenfield: Western edge of Hennepin County, 20 miles from Twin Cities •w ww.greenfield.govoffice.com • 7 63-477-6464 • I SD 877 Buffalo • I SD 883 Rockford • I SD 879 Delano Hopkins: West of the South Minneapolis residential area •w ww.ci-hopkins.mn.us • 9 52-935-8474 • I SD 270 Hopkins Long Lake: West central Hennepin County at the edge of Twin Cities •w ww.ci.long-lake.mn.us • 9 52-473-6961 • I SD 278 Orono Loretto: Western part of Hennepin County, 25 miles west of Twin Cities •w ww.lorettomn.govoffice2.com • 7 63-479-4305 • I SD 879 Delano Maple Grove: Northwest of downtown Minneapolis •w ww.ci.maple-grove.mn.us • 7 63-4 94-6000 • I SD 279 Osseo Maple Plain: 25 miles west of Minneapolis on U.S. Highway 12 •w ww.mapleplain.com • 7 63-479-0515 • I SD 278 Orono Medicine Lake: Completely surrounded by the city of Plymouth, forming a peninsula on Medicine Lake •w ww.ci.medicine-lake.mn.us • 7 63-542-9701 • I SD 284 Wayzata Medina: Western edge of Hennepin County, 20 miles from Minneapolis •w ww.ci-medina.mn.us • 7 63-473-4643 • I SD 284 Wayzata • I SD 278 Orono • I SD 879 Delano • I SD 883 Rockford Minneapolis: Largest city in Minnesota, often referred to as the “City of Lakes” •w ww.ci.mpls.mn.us • 6 12-673-2100 • I SD 1 Minneapolis

Minnetonka: West of Minneapolis, adjacent to Lake Minnetonka •w ww.ci.minnetonka.mn.us • 9 52-939-8200 • I SD 276 Minnetonka • I SD 270 Hopkins • I SD 284 Wayzata Minnetonka Beach: North-central region of Lake Minnetonka, west of Minneapolis •w ww.ci.minnetonka-beach.mn.us • 9 52-471-8878 • I SD 278 Orono Minnetrista: West end of Lake Minnetonka •w ww.ci.minnetrista.mn.us • 9 52-446-1660 • I SD 879 Delano • I SD 110 Waconia, • I SD 111 Watertown • I SD 272 Westonka Mound: West of Twin Cities at end of County Road 15 •w ww.cityofmound.com • 9 52-472-0600 • I SD 277 Westonka New Hope: Seven miles northwest of Minneapolis •w ww.ci.new-hope.mn.us • 7 63-531-5100 • I SD 281 Robbinsdale

Orono: Lake Minnetonka community • w ww.ci-orono.mn.us • 9 52-249-4600 • I SD 278 Orono • ISD 277 Westonka • ISD 284 Wayztaa • ISD 276 Minnetonka Osseo: Northeastern Hennepin County • w ww.ci.osseo.mn.us • 763-425-2624 • ISD 279 Osseo Plymouth: Third-ring suburb 12 miles west of downtown Minneapolis • w ww.ci.plymouth.mn.us • 763-509-5000 • ISD 279 Osseo • ISD 284 Wayzata • ISD 281 Robbinsdale • ISD 270 Hopkins Richfield: Close to 35W, I-494 and Crosstown 62 • w ww.ci.richfield.mn.us • 612-861-9700 • ISD 280 Richfield Robbinsdale: Northeast Hennepin County, 15 minutes from downtown Minneapolis • w ww.robbinsdale.com • 763-537-4534 • ISD 281 Robbinsdale Rockford: Border of Hennepin and Wright counties, 30 miles west of Minneapolis • w ww.cityofrockford.org • 763-477-6565 • ISD 883 Rockford Rogers and the Town of Hassan: 15 miles northwest of Minneapolis on Interstate 94 • w ww.rogers.govoffice.com • 763-428-2253 • ISD 728 Elk River • ISD 279 Osseo/Maple Grove • ISD 877 Buffalo St. Bonifacius: At intersection of Highway 7 and County Road 92 in southwest Hennepin County • w ww.ci.st-bonifacius.mn.us • 952-446-1061 • ISD 110 Waconia

St. Louis Park: West of downtown Minneapolis • w ww.stlouispark.org • 952-924-2500 • ISD 283 St. Louis Park Shorewood: Western suburb about 25 minutes from Minneapolis • w ww.ci.shorewood.mn.us • 952-960-7900 • ISD 276 Minnetonka • ISD 277 Westonka Spring Park: Stretches along County Road 15 west of Minnetonka Beach and Orono • w ww.springpark.govoffice.com • 952-471-9051 • ISD 277 Westonka Tonka Bay: Between upper and lower bodies of Lake Minnetonka in western Hennepin County • w ww.cityoftonkabay.net • 952-474-7994 • ISD 276 Minnetonka Wayzata: 11 miles west of Minneapolis on NE shores of Lake Minnetonka • w ww.wayzata.org • 952-473-0234 • ISD 284

Ramsey County Arden Hills: Northwest of St. Paul • w ww.ci.arden-hills.mn.us • 652-792-7800 • ISD 621 Mounds View • ISD 623 Roseville Falcon Heights: 5 minutes from both downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul • w ww.ci.falcon-heights.mn.us • 651-792-7600 • ISD 623 Roseville Lauderdale: First-ring suburb in western Ramsey County • w ww.ci.lauderdale.mn.us • 652-792-7650 • ISD 623 Roseville Little Canada: NE hub of metro freeways, minutes from downtown St. Paul, and 15 minutes from downtown Minneapolis • w ww.ci.little-canada.mn.us • 651-766-4029 • ISD 624 White Bear Lake

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Maplewood: First-ring suburb north and east of St. Paul •w ww.ci.maplewood.mn.us • 6 51-249-2000 • I SD 622 North St. Paul • I SD 623 Roseville • I SD 624 White Bear Lake Mounds View: Off Interstate 35W on State Highway 10 •w ww.ci.mounds-view.mn.us • 7 63-717-4000 • I SD 621 Mounds View

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Washington County Afton: 15 miles east of downtown St. Paul •w ww.ci.afton.mn.us • 6 51-436-5090 • I SD 834 Stillwater Bayport: On St. Croix River one mile south of Stillwater •w ww.bayport.govoffice.com • 6 51-275-4404 • I SD 834 Stillwater Cottage Grove: 15 miles southeast of the Minneapolis-St. Paul •w ww.cottage-grove.org • 6 51-458-2800 • I SD 833 South Washington

Location from page 15 North St. Paul: 10 miles northeast of downtown St. Paul • w ww.ci.north-saint-paul.mn.us • 651-747-2400 • ISD 622 North St. Paul-Maplewood Roseville: Northern boundary of St. Paul, 10-minute drive from downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul • w ww.ci.roseville.mn.us • 651-792-7000 • ISD 621 Mounds View • ISD 623 Roseville

Downtown Saint Paul

Elko-New Market: Off interstate I-35 30 miles south of Minneapolis • w ww.ci.elko.mn.us • 952-461-2777 • ISD 194 Lakeville • ISD 721 New Prague Jordan: South of the Minnesota River in Scott County, 20 miles SW of Twin Cities • w ww.jordan.govoffice.com • 952-492-2535 • ISD 717 Jordan

Saint Paul: Minnesota’s state capital, home to more institutions of higher learning than any city west of Boston • w ww.ci.stpaul.mn.us • 651-266-8688 • ISD 625 St. Paul

New Prague: 40 miles SWt of Twin Cities, on border of Scott and Le Sueur counties • w ww.ci.new-prague.mn.us • 952-758-4401 • ISD 721 New Prague

Shoreview: 10 miles from downtown St. Paul and Minneapolis • ISD 621 Mounds View • ISD 623 Roseville • w ww.ci.shoreview.mn.us • 651-490-4650

Prior Lake: Southwest suburb of Minneapolis • w ww.cityofpriorlake.com • 952-447-9800 • ISD 719 Prior Lake-Savage

Vadnais Heights: On I-35E and I-694 north of St. Paul • w ww.ci.vadnais-heights.mn.us • 651-204-6000 • ISD 624 White Bear Lake • ISD 621 Mounds View White Bear Lake: Northeastern fringe of metro area • w ww.ci.white-bear-lake.mn.us • 651-429-8526 • ISD 624 White Bear Lake

Rice County Northfield: On shores of Cannon River, south of Minneapolis-St. Paul • w ww.ci.northfield.mn.us • 507-645-8833 • ISD 659 Northfield

Scott County Belle Plaine: In the Minnesota River Valley southwest of Minneapolis • w ww.belleplaine • 952-873-5553 • ISD 716 Belle Plaine 16 | Welcome! 2010

Savage: SW suburb 20 miles from downtown Minneapolis, and 25 miles from downtown St. Paul • w ww.cityofsavage.com • 952-882-2660 • ISD 191 Burnsville • ISD 719 Prior Lake-Savage • ISD 720 Shakopee Shakopee: SE edge of metro, 30 miles from downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul • w ww.ci.shakopee.mn.us • 952-233-9300 • ISD 720 Shakopee

Dellwood: Northeastern edge of White Bear Lake •w ww.dellwood.us • 6 51-429-1356 • I SD 832 Mahtomedi Forest Lake: 25 miles north of downtown metro area on I-35 ISD 831 Forest Lake •w ww.ci.forest-lake.mn.us • 6 51-464-3550 Hugo: 14 miles north of downtown St. Paul on border of metro area •w ww.ci.hugo.mn.us • 6 51-762-6300 • I SD 624 White Bear Lake • I SD 834 Stillwater • I SD 831 Forest Lake • I SD 832 Mahtomedi Lake Elmo: East of I-694, south of Highway 26, north of I-94 •w ww.lakeelmo.org • 6 51-777-5510 • I SD 834 Stillwater Lakeland: On the St. Croix River,

16 miles east of St. Paul •w ww.lakelandmn.com •6 51-436-4430 • I SD 834 Stillwater

Mahtomedi: 20-minute commute to metro area, east shore of White Bear Lake •w ww.ci.mahtomedi.mn.us • 6 51-426-3344 • I SD 832 Mahtomedi • I SD 624 White Bear Lake • I SD 834 Stillwater • I SD 831 Forest Lake

Sherburne County

Marine on the St. Croix: 12 miles NW of metro area, north of Stillwater, and 15 miles south of Taylors Falls •w ww.marine.govoffice.com • 6 51-433-3636 • I SD 834 Stillwater

Elk River: County seat, 35 miles northwest of Minneapolis • w ww.ci.elk-river.mn.us • 763-635-1000 • ISD 728 Elk River

Newport: 15-minute drive northeast of Twin Cities •w ww.newport-govoffice.com • 6 51-459-5677 • I SD 833 South Washington

Oakdale: Eastern side of Twin Cities metro area •w ww.ci.oakdale.mn.us • 6 51-739-5086 • I SD 622 North St. Paul-Maplewood Oak Park Heights: 20 miles east of St. Paul, on the St. Croix River •w ww.cityofoakparkheights.com • 6 51-439-4439 • I SD 834 Stillwater Stillwater: 20 miles east of downtown St. Paul, on St. Croix River •w ww.ci.stillwater.mn.us • 6 51-430-8800 • I SD 834 Stillwater St. Paul Park: 15 minutes east of Mall of America •w ww.stpaulpark.govoffice.com • 6 51-459-9785 • I SD 833 South Washington Woodbury: Eastern side of metro area •w ww.ci.woodbury.mn.us • 6 51-714-3500 • I SD 622 North St. Paul-MaplewoodOakdale • I SD 834 Stillwater

Wright County Albertville: 25 miles northwest of downtown Minneapolis •w ww.ci.albertville.mn.us • 7 63-497-3384 • I SD 885 St. Michael-Albertville Buffalo: County seat for Wright County, northwest of metro area •w ww.ci.buffalo.mn.us • 7 63-682-1181 • I SD Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Delano: 27 miles from downtown Minneapolis on US Hwy 12 , SE corner of Wright County •w ww.delano.mn.us • 7 63-972-0550 • I SD 879 Delano Hanover: Northwest of metro area, partially in Wright and Hennepin Counties •w ww.hanovermn.org • 7 63-497-3777 • I SD 877 Buffalo • I SD 883 Rockford Otsego: Located on Mississippi River in Wright County •w ww.ci.otsego.mn.us • 7 63-441-4414 • I SD 728 Elk River • I SD 885 St. Michael-Albertville St. Michael: 15 miles northwest of metropolitan area •w ww.ci.st-michael.mn.us • 7 63-497-2041 • I SD 728 Elk River • I SD 885 St. Michael-Albertville

Credit Reports Information for Consumers From The Minnesota Office of Attorney General

redit reports contain information about the credit history of each individual consumer, such as bill payment history, number of credit cards, and total debt. The three major credit reporting agencies, Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion, obtain information about consumers from financial institutions, mortgage companies, and other creditors. Credit reporting companies use this information to compile comprehensive reports regarding a consumer’s credit history. Each credit reporting company uses a separate statistical model to define a “credit score” for a given consumer, based upon the consumer’s credit history. A consumer credit score is a three-digit number, ranging from 375-900. Credit scores play an extremely important role in consumers’ financial matters. Banks and other lenders purchase consumer credit scores from credit reporting companies to determine whether they will lend money and at what cost. Insurance companies also use consumer credit scores to determine how much the consumer will pay for insurance.

amount owed on installment loans, in comparison to the original loan amount.

3) Length of Credit History Length of credit history includes information about how long the consumer’s accounts have been open, and when the most recent activity occurred on the account.

4) New Credit New credit includes information about when and how frequently a consumer applies for, and obtains new credit. This section also notes whether consumers who have had credit problems in the past have re-established good credit practices.

5) Types of Credit Types of credit includes specific information about the type of each consumer credit account, such as credit cards, installment loans, mortgage loans, car loans, etc. Credit Reports continued on page 18

Most consumers do not understand what their credit score is, or how to improve it. The Minnesota Attorney General’s Office provides the following tips, which may help consumers better manage their credit.

What is my credit score?

According to the Fair-Isaac Company (“FICO”), which is commonly attributed with creating the credit scoring system, a consumer’s credit score is developed based upon five weighted categories:

1) Payment History Payment history includes overdue accounts, late payment history, accounts sent to collection, bankruptcy, liens, or other legal judgments. It also includes positive information, such as accounts the consumer has managed properly and debts that have been paid off.

2) A mounts Owed Amounts owed includes

the number of open accounts, the amount owed, the proportion of revolving credit accounts, and the proportion of the

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Low credit scores can affect a consumer’s ability to obtain credit, or the interest rate lenders offer to loan them money. Consumers should avoid activities which may lead to “adverse actions,” or negative information on their credit report. The following practices will lower a consumer’s credit score: •H igh balances, or a high amount of total debt. • Too many credit accounts at the same time. •C redit accounts which are “maxed-out” or approaching their credit limit. • L ate payments. •A high volume of “new credit” inquiries, such as applying for multiple new credit accounts within several months. • Allowing accounts to become delinquent, or failing to pay a debt before it is sent to collections. •B ankruptcy, or having a judgment, such as a garnishment, filed against you.

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•P ay your bills on time. This will keep your account from becoming delinquent. •R educe the amount of credit cards, and other credit that you maintain. Consumers with a high number of debts may wish to speak with a lender or credit counselor about consolidating their loans. •B uild credit slowly. Taking out too much credit at once, or none at all, will lower your score. Even applying for too many accounts within a short time will lower your score. •U se credit to spend within your means. Consumers who make purchases they can’t afford without credit may find that they can’t afford the costs of credit either. •K eep your credit balance under control. Some credit bureaus advise consumers to keep each credit account balance below 50% of the account’s credit limit.

How do I obtain my credit report?

Every year consumers can get a free credit report from each of the credit agencies: Equifax, TransUnion and Experian. The credit bureaus have created a centralized website, toll-free telephone number and mailing address for Minnesota consumers to order their reports. Annual reports can be requested the following way:

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Everyone can improve their credit score. The most important step to improve your credit is developing a realistic long-range plan for paying off your debts. A consumer’s plan may include the following:

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• www.AnnualCreditReport.com • 1-877-322-8228 • Annual Credit Report Request Service P.O. Box 105281 Atlanta, GA. 30348-5281 Although consumers can only receive their credit reports for free once per year, consumers may still request additional reports by mail from the three credit bureaus. Consumers may contact the credit bureaus as follows: Experian PO Box 2104 Allen, TX 75013-9595 1-888-397-3742 www.experian.com Equifax PO Box 105851 Atlanta, GA 30348-5851 1-800-685-1111 www.equifax.com TransUnion PO Box 1000 Chester, PA 19022 1-800-916-8800 www.transunion.com

What if there is an error on my credit report?

The US Public Interest Research Group estimates that 80% of credit reports contain mistakes, ranging from misspelled names to accounts that the consumer did not open. Consumers should dispute such errors in writing with the company and the credit bureaus. Under FCRA, credit bureaus must investigate disputes within 60 days, and must remove all inaccuracies. For further information, contact the Minnesota Attorney General’s Office at www. ag.state.mn.us. If you would like to learn more abut a company, contact the Better Business Bureau at www.bbb.org. You may also contact the Federal Trade Commission to file a complaint against a company that you believe is using deceptive practices at www.ftc.gov. Source: Minnesota State Attorney General @ www.ag.state.mn.us

Selecting a school M

innesota public schools provide quality education and each school offers a unique learning experience. It is important to consider all of the elements that contribute to a school’s overall effectiveness when picking your child’s school. When making educational choices it is important to consider general criteria and the type of school experience you want for your child, such as academic and arts programs, support services, age of school, location, available transportation and extracurricular opportunities. You might also consider your family values and other priorities important to you and your child. Call, write, or visit the district administrative office for answers to questions such as: •W hat is the district’s stated mission and goals? • What is the student enrollment in the district; in each school; overall teacher/ pupil ratio? •W hat is the percentage of teachers with advanced degrees? • What are some recent accomplishments of the district? •W hat are some current issues facing the district? •W hat is the level of community support for the school district? • What is the level of student achievement in the district? • What support services are available in the district? Once you’ve narrowed your search to one or two districts, contact the individual schools where your children would attend. Request a parent handbook, student handbook, a school newsletter, and information about the school’s parent organizations. Ask if you and your child may visit the school. During your visit, walk through the school and determine if you and your child feel welcome. Do the staff and students appear to be happy and friendly? Does the school seem to be well organized and reflect a sense of purpose. Overall, you should get a good sense of the school by just being in the building, by listening to students and teachers interact,

and by asking lots of questions. And in the end, you should walk away feeling that this is the right educational choice for your child.

Public Schools

In Minnesota, public schools are organized into independent school districts. More than 50 districts serve the seven-county metropolitan area. In addition to providing traditional elementary, junior high and high school programs, each district can offer specialized instruction programs for various student-learning styles. These programs include special education for students with disabilities, gifted and talented programs, and alternative high school programs for students who have left school or do not feel comfortable in the traditional setting. Magnet schools, Open Enrollment, Post Secondary options and charter schools provide expanded learning opportunities in language, science and the arts. In 1991, Minnesota was the first state to pass charter school legislation. The first charter school in the United States, City Academy, opened in St. Paul, Minnesota in 1992. There are 141 charter schools in operation, and half of them are located in or around the Twin Cities. Charter schools often have a particular approach to education or focus for their programs that differentiate them from other schools. For example, some charter schools focus on experiential learning, or Core Knowledge, or project-based learning, or technology. Often, charter schools have smaller enrollments than neighboring district schools offering smaller class sizes and lower student to teacher ratios. For more information about charter schools: Call 651-644-0432 or visit www. mncharterschools.org The following pages include information for each public school district, arranged by county. For more information, see listings section on page 52. Public Schools continued on page 23

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Public Schools from page 19

Sobriety High www.sobrietyhigh.org

ELOM International Academy www.elomacademy.org

Lincoln International High www.lincolnhs.org

Anoka County

Tarek Ibn Ziyad www.tizacademy.com

Long Tieng Academy www.longtiengacademy.org

Anoka-Hennepin www.anoka.k12.mn.us

Goodhue County

Emily O. Goodridge Greay Accelerated Charter www.emilygreyschool.org

Centennial www.centennial.k12.mn.us

Red Wing www.redwing.k12.mn.us

Columbia Heights www.colheights.k12.mn.us

Hennepin County

Fridley www.fridley.k12.mn.us St. Francis www.stfrancis.k12.mn.us Spring Lake Park www.splkpark.k12.mn.us Cygnus Academy www.cygnusacademy.org Elk River www.elkriver.k12.mn.us Liberty High Charter www.libertyhigh.us Northwest Passage High www.crlc.charter.k12.mn.us PACT Charter www.pact.charter.k12.mn.us

Main Street School of Performing Arts www.performing-arts-school.org

Bloomington www.bloomington.k12.mn.us

Fraser Academy www.fraseracademy.org

Metropolitan Learning Alliance www.mpls.k12.mn.us

Brooklyn Center www.brookcntr.k12.mn.us

Friendship Academy of Fine Arts www.friendshipacademy.org

Minneapolis Academy www.minneapolisacademy.org

Eden Prairie www.edenpr.k12.mn.us

Harvest Preparatory www.seedharvest.org

Minnesota Internship Center www.mnic.org

Edina www.edina.k12.mn.us

Heart of the Earth Charter www.americanindianeducation.org

Minnesota Online High www.mnohs.org

Hopkins www.hopkins.k12.mn.us

International Spanish Language Academy www.isla.k12.mn.us

Minnesota Transitions Charter www.mtcs.org

Intermediate School ISD 287 www.district287.org Minneapolis www.mpls.k12.mn.us Minnetonka www.minnetonka.k12.mn.us Orono www.orono.k12.mn.us

Chaska www.district112.org

Osseo www.district279.org

Norwood www.central.k12.mn.us

Richfield www.richfield.k12.mn.us

Waconia www.waconia.k12.mn.us

Robbinsdale www.rdale.k12.mn.us

Watertown-Mayer www.wm.k12.mn.us

Rockford www.rockford.k12.com

World Learner www.worldlearnerschool.com

St. Anthony-New Brighton www.stanthony.k12.mn.us

Dakota County

St. Louis Park www.stlpark.k12.mn.us

Burnsville-Eagan-Savage www.isd191.org

Wayzata www.wayzata.k12.mn.us

Eagan-Mendota Heights-West St. Paul www.isd197.k12.mn.us

Westonka www.westonka.k12.mn.us

Farmington www.farmington.k12.mn.us

Ascension Academy www.ascensionacademy.net

Hastings www.hastings.k12.mn.us

Augsburg Fairview Academy for Health Careers www.afa.tc

Inver Grove Heights www.invergrove.k12.mn.us Lakeville www.isd194.k12.mn.us Randolph www.randolph.k12.mn.us Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan www.isd196.k12.mn.us South St. Paul www.sspps.org Paideia Academy www.paideiaacademy.org

LoveWorks Academy www.loveworksacademy.org

Four Directions www.fourdirectionsschool.org

Carver County

Intermediate District 917 www.isd917.k12.mn.us

Excell Academy for Higher Learning www.excellacademy.org

Kaleidoscope Charter www.kaleidoscopecharter.org Learning For Leadership www.learningforleadership.org Lighthouse Academy of Nations www.lighthouse.charter.k12.mn.us

New City www.newcitycharterschool.org New Millennium Academy www.newmillenniumacademy.org New Visions School www.newvisionsschool.com

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Aurora Charter www.geocities.com/ auroracharterschool Beacon Academy www.beaconacademy.com Cedar Riverside Community www.geocities.com/crcsmpls Dunwoody Academy www.dunwoodyacademy.org Eagle Ridge Academy www.eagleridgeacademy.org El Colegio Charter www.el-colegio.org

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ACT scores are among the highest • Minnesota’s average composite score of 22.6 was the highest in the nation on the ACT college entrance exam among the 26 states in which more than half of college-bound students took the test in 2008. • Sixty-nine percent of Minnesota graduating high school seniors took the ACT in 2008.

Minnesota students’ scores on the 2005 National Assessment of Educational Progress are among the best in the nation: • Eighth-graders tied for first on the percentage of math students at or above the proficient level. They were second nationally for their average score. • Fourth-graders tied for second with two states on average math score and percentage of students at or above the proficient level. • Fourth- and eighth-graders were fourth nationwide on average reading score, but tied for first on the percentage of students at or above the proficient level.

Public Schools from page 23

City Academy High www.cityacademy.org

Noble Academy www.nobelacademy.us

Community of Peace Academy www.cpa.charter.k12.mn.us

Odyssey Charter www.odysseycharter.org

Community School of Excellence www.communityschoolofexcellence.org

Partnership Academy www.paschool.org

Concordia Creative Learning Academy www.cclaonline.org

Perpich Center for Arts Education www.pcae.k12.mn.us

Cyber Village Academy www.cva.k12.mn.us

Prairie Seeds Academy www.prairieseedsacademy.org

Dugsi Academy www.dugsiacademy.org

Sage Academy Charter School www.sageacademy.org

Face to Face Academy www.face2face.org

Seven Hills Classical Academy www.sevenhillsacademy.com

General John Vessey Jr. Leadership Academy www.vesseyacademy.org

Sojourner Truth Academy www.sojournertruthacademy.org Southside Family Charter www.southsidefamilyschool.org Stonebridge Community www.stonebridgecommunityschool.org Twin Cities International Elementary www.twincitiesinternationalschool.org Ubah Medical Academy www.ubahmedicalacademy.org Watershed High www.watershedhs.org Wooden Institute for Student Excellence www.wiseschool.org

• A report by Minnesota State Colleges and Universities found that about 20 percent of Minnesota high school seniors earn college credits before graduation, according to the Minnesota Office of Higher Education. • Higher percentages of Minnesota students who take Advanced Placement tests were more college-ready for English, social science, algebra and biology than students nationally, according to the Minnesota Office of Higher Education.

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Belle Plaine www.belleplaine.k12.mn.us Jordan www.jordan.k12.mn.us New Prague www.np.k12.mn.us Prior Lake-Savage www.priorlake-savage.k12.mn.us Shakopee www.shakopee.k12.mn.us

Sherburne County Elk River www.elkriver.k12.mn.us

Washington County

Great River www.greatriverschool.org

Forest Lake www.forestlake.k12.mn.us

Higher Ground Academy www.hgacademy.org

Mahtomedi www.mahtomedi.k12.mn.us

High School for Recording Arts www.hsra.org

South Washington County www.sowashco.k12.mn.us

Hmong Academy www.hmongacademy.org

Stillwater www.stillwater.k12.mn.us

HOPE Community Academy www.hope-school.org

Also in Washington County:

Jennings Experiential High www.jehs.org Metro Deaf www.metrodeafschool.org

Lakes International Language Academy www.lakesinternational.org Math and Science Academy www.mnmsa.org

Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose www.buffalo.k12.mn.us

Minnesota Academy for Technology www.mnacademytech.org

Delano www.delano.k12.mn.us

Minnesota North Star Academy www.mnnorthstaracademy.org

New Heights Charter 651-439-1962 www.newheightsschool.com

Elk River www.elkriver.k12.mn.us

New Spirit www.newspiritschool.com

North Lakes Academy Charter Middle www.northlakesacademy.org

Ramsey County

Nova Classical Academy www.novaclassical.org

St. Croix Preparatory Academy www.stcroixprep.org

Saint Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists www.spcpa.org

Valley Crossing Community www.vc.k12.mn.us

Mounds View www.moundsview.k12.mn.us North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale www.isd622.org Roseville www.roseville.k12.mn.us

College prep strong

Scott County

Saint Paul www.stpaul.k12.mn.us White Bear Lake www.whitebear.k12.mn.us Academia Cesar Chavez www.cesarchavezschool.com Academy of BioScience Charter www.academyofbioscience.com Academy for Sciences & Agriculture www.agacademy.com Achieve Language Academy www.spps.org

Skills for Tomorrow High www.skillsfortomorrow.org Sobriety High www.sobrietyweb.org Twin Cities Academy www.tca.k12.mn.us Twin Cities German Immersion www.germanschool-mn.org Urban Academy www.urbanacademymn.org Yinghua Academy www.yinghuaacademy.org

Rice County

Avalon Charter www.avalonschool.org

Northfield 507-663-0600 www.nfld.k12.mn.us

BlueSky Charter www.blueskyschool.org

ARTech Charter www.artech.k12.mn.us Prairie Creek Community www.prairiecreek.org

Wright County Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose www.buffalo.k12.mn.us Delano www.delano.k12.mn.us Rockford www.rockford.k12.mn.us St. Michael Albertville www.stma.k12.mn.us Elk River www.elkriver.k12.mn.us Rockford www.rockford.k12.mn.us Kaleidoscope Charter www.kaleidoscopecharter.org

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When it’s time to make a decision about your child’s education, look to Minnetonka Public Schools. - Outstanding Student Achievement - Small Class Sizes - National Leader in Classroom Technology - Chinese or Spanish Immersion Options - Among the Top High Schools in America (Newsweek Magazine)

DeLaSalle

Catholic and College Prep • Rich in Diversity • Intentional in Academics • Generous in Service • Grades 9-12 Nicollet Island • Minneapolis www.delasalle.com 612-676-7600

You want the best education for your child. So do we. Compare Minnetonka schools to any public or private schools. Call or visit today!

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• Reputation for excellence in academics, arts and athletics • Consistently high scores on state and national tests • Outstanding educators to teach your children • Highly engaged community that supports its schools • Innovative use of technology to enhance learning Serves more than 10,000 students from all or part of Corcoran, Maple Grove, Medicine Lake, Medina, Minnetonka, Orono, Plymouth and Wayzata with seven elementary schools, three middle schools and one high school. For more information, contact 763-745-5000 or visit www.wayzata.k12.mn.us.

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Private Schools Approximately 10 percent of Minnesota children attend private or independent K-12 schools. In addition to offering an education alternative, this hearty percentage reduces the tax strain of the public school system. The terminology associated with private schools can sometimes be confusing. Consider this glossary: •P rivate schools - Schools that are run by an individual or agency other than a governmental entity. Private schools can be religious or secular. • I ndependent schools - Generally, this term refers to schools that teach a particular religion or belief under an independent administration. • Parochial schools - While not all Catholic schools are parochial, only Catholic parishes run parochial schools. • Nonpublic schools - This term encompasses all private and independent schools and home schools. The state government uses this term to distinguish K-12 schools outside the public school system. Saint Thomas campus

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College-Prep • Catholic • PK-12

Blessed Trinity Catholic School Pre School-Grade 8 Richfield, MN 612-866-6906 www.btcsmn.org

Clearly Catholic Intentionally Inclusive Academically Excellent

Named one of the top 50 Catholic high schools in the nation for the past 5 years. Call (763) 258-2502 to find out more about an award winning education for your child based on

Faith Knowledge and Virtue

www.ProvidenceAcademy.org 15100 Schmidt Lake Rd., Plymouth 55446 Providence admits students of any race, color & national or ethnic origin.

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education

Choose the Right School for Your Child: • Publications sometimes run articles and surveys about independent schools. These articles do not give a true picture of individual schools or of an independent school education. Independent schools are not just about SAT scores, or what colleges graduating seniors will attend, or how many degrees teachers hold.

• Families choose an independent school education because they want the best match between their child’s unique strengths and a school’s learning environment and mission. Independent schools collectively shape their students for lives of success: success in school, in college, in life. With the right match, a student can go to the top of the list of life, the only list that really matters.

• Ranking systems or statistics are of little help in determining what kind of learning community will bring out the best in each child.

• Parents need to match a school’s strengths to the strengths of their child. Collect your own information. Call the school’s admissions offices, ask questions, visit several schools and picture your child there. It is the only way to get a feel for the unique community of each school.

• Schools vary widely in their educational goals and methods. Ranking, ratings and surveys try to squeeze all schools into a few broad categories. Don’t rely on the value judgments of others to chart your child’s academic future

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Despite the tuition and fees associated with private schools, private education has expanded and become within reach for students with disadvantaged socio-economic status. Some of the thanks goes to the Minnesota Independent School Forum (MISF), a non-profit organization forged collectively by civic, education and business leaders in the community. The MISF currently serves 40 independent high schools, which serve nearly 15,000 students across Minnesota.

Students at a MISF school have a nearly 100 percent graduation rate, and 80 percent of high school graduates go on to college. For more information, contact MISF at 651-297-6716 or visit www.misf.org. The following pages include information for each private school, arranged by county. For more information, see listings section on page 54.

Anoka County

Guardian Angels www.gachaska.org/schoolhome

First Baptist www.fbcrsmt.org

Al-Amal www.al-amal.org

Holy Family Catholic High www.hfchs.org

Good Shepherd Lutheran www.goodshep.com

Anoka Seventh Day Adventist www.anokasdachurch.org

La Petite Academy www.lapetite.com

Holy Trinity www.holytrinitys.org

Calvin Christian www.calvinchristian.org

Mayer Lutheran High www.lhsmayer.mn.org

Living Word Academy www.livingwordaflc.org

Coon Rapids Baptist www.coonrapidsbaptist.org

Minnesota Valley Baptist www.mnvbc.org

Pine Harbor Christian Academy www.theharborchurch.com

Cross of Christ Lutheran www.crossofchrist.us

Southwest Christian High www.swchs.org

Ramalynn Montessori www.ramalynn.org

Epiphany Education Center www.epiphanymn.org

St. Bernard www.st-bernard-cologne.org

Southview Christian www.scsmn.org

Grace Lutheran www.clcgracelutheranchurch.org

St. Hubert’s Catholic www.sthubert.org

St. Croix Lutheran High www.sclhs.org

Immaculate Conception www.imac-church.org

St. John’s Lutheran www.sjsnya.org

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic www.parshesonline.com

Meadow Creek Christian www.meadowcreek.com

St. John’s Lutheran stjohns-chaska.ctsmemberconnect. net

St. John the Baptist www.stjohnb.com

Minnesota Renaissance www.mnrenaissanceschool.com Mount Olive www.mtolive-anoka.org Northside Christian www.northsideconnection.org Prince of Peace Lutheran www.princeofpeacelutheranschool. org

St. Joseph Catholic www.stjosephwaconia.org Trinity Lutheran www.trinitywaconia.org/school Zion Lutheran www.zioncologne.org

St. John Vianney www.stjohnvianneyschool.org St. Joseph’s Catholic www.stjosephcommunity.org St. Joseph www.churchofstjoseph.org

Zion Lutheran www.zionmayer.org

St. Mary’s Catholic 651-437-5546 www.parishonline.com

St. Francis Christian www.fbsaintfrancis.com

Dakota County

St. Stephen www.ststephenchurch.org

All Saints Catholic www.allsaintschurch.com

St. Mathias www.stmathias.com

Totino Grace High www.totinograce.org

All-Star Montessori All-starmontessori.com

Trinity Lutheran www.trinitysf.org

Becks Montessori www.becksmontessori.com

Woodcrest Baptist Academy www.woodcrestbaptistacademy.org

Berea Lutheran www.clclutheran.org/berea

Zion Lutheran www.zionlutherancrown.com

Christian Heritage Academy www.chacademy.com

Carver County

Christian Life www.christianlifeag.org

Chapel Hill Academy www.chapel-hill.org

Convent of the Visitation www.visitation.com

Emanuel Lutheran www.elchamburg.org/els

Crown of Life Lutheran www.crownoflife.org

Goddard www.goddardschool.com

Faithful Shepherd Catholic School www.fscsmn.org

St. Michael 651-457-2510 www.stmichaelweststpaul.org St. Thomas Academy www.cadets.com Tesseract www.tesseractschool.net Trinity Lone Oak Lutheran www.tloschool.org

Goodhue County Concordia Immanuel Lutheran www.lutheransonline.com Red Wing Christian Academy www.redwingca.org St. John’s Lutheran www.stlutheransonline.com/stjohnrw St. Joseph’s Catholic www.stjosephsschoolredwing.org

Hennepin County Academy of Holy Angels www.ahastars.org Annunciation www.annunciationmsp.org/school Ascension www.ascensionschoolmn.org Bais Yaakov High 952-915-9117 Benilde-St. Margaret’s www.bsm-online.org Bethany Academy www.bethanyacademy.org Blake www.blakeschool.org Blessed Trinity - Richfield www.btcsmn.org Bloomington Lutheran www.bllhschool.org Breck www.breckschool.org Calvary Memorial www.cmcschool.com Calvin Christian www.calvinchristian.org Carondelt Catholic www.carondeltcatholicschool.co Cedarcrest Academy www.cedarcrest.org City of the Lakes Waldorf www.clws.org Concordia Academy Bloomington www.lutheranhighschool.com De La Salle www.delasalle.com FAIR www.wmep.k12.mn.us/fair Fourth Baptist Christian www.fourthbaptistchristianschool.org Good Shepherd School www.gsgvschool.org Groves Academy www.grovesacademy.org Heritage Christian Academy www.heritageweb.org Holy Family Academy www.holyfamilyacademy.cc Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic www.ihmcs.org International School of Minnesota www.ism-sabis.net King of Grace Lutheran www.kog-els.org Lake Country www.lakecountryschool.org

Metropolitan Open www.metroopenschool.org

San Miguel Middle www.sanmiguel-mpls.org

Minnesota Waldorf www.mnwaldorf.org

Minneapolis Jewish Day www.mjds.net

Second Foundation www.sfs.pvt.k12.mn.us

Mounds Park Academy www.moundsparkacademy.org

Minnehaha Academy www.MinnehahaAcademy.net

Step by Step Montessori www.stepbystepmontessori.com

Nativity of Our Lord www.nativity-mn.org

Minnetonka Christian Academy www.mca-sad.com

Timothy Lutheran www.timls.org

North Heights Christian Academy www.nhlc.org

Most Holy Trinity www.mostholytrinity.org

Torah Academy www.torahaca demymn.org

Oak Hill Montessori www.oakhillmontessori.org

Mt. Calvary Lutheran www.mtcalvaryedu.org

Trinity First Lutheran www.trinityfirst.org

Presentation of the B.V. M. www.presentationofmary.org

Mt. Hope-Redemption www.mhreagles.com

Trinity School at River Ridge www.trinityschools.org

St. Agnes Elementary www.stagnesschools.org

Nativity of Mary www.nativitybloomington.org

Visitation www.visitationcatholicschool.com

St. Bernard’s www.saintbernards-school.org

Odyssey Charter www.odysseycharter.org

West Lutheran High www.wlhs.net

St. Francis/St. James United www.sf-sj.org/school/school.htm

Our Lady of Grace www.olgschool.net

Watershed High www.watershedhs.org

St. Jerome www.stjeromeschool.org

Our Lady of Peace wwww.olpmn.org

Ramsey County

St. John the Baptist www.stjohnnyb.org

Our Lady of the Lake www.ourladyofthelake.com Our Savior’s Lutheran www.oslcs.org/onlineministry/school Pilgrim Lutheran www.pilgrimonline.net Pope John Paul Catholic www.popejohnpaul2school.org Providence Academy www.providenceacademy.org Redeemer Lutheran 952-473-5356 www.redeemerwayzata.org Risen Christ www.risenchristschool.org Sacred Heart www.sacredheartrobbinsdale.org St. Alphonsus www.stalsmn.org St. Bartholomew www.st-barts.org St. Charles Borromeo www.stchb.org St. David www.stdavids.net St. Helena www.sainthelena.us St. John the Baptist www.stjohns-excelsior.org St. John’s Lutheran 763-420-2426 St. Peter’s Lutheran www.stpeterpvt.k12.mn.us

Apostolic Christian Academy www.apostolic.org Bethlehem Lutheran www.esplweb.com Capital City Advent Christian www.ccacs.org Central Lutheran www.clssp.org Christ’s Household of Faith 651-265-3400 Concordia Academy www.concordiaacademy.com Cretin-Derham Hall www.cretin-derhamhall.org East St. Paul Lutheran www.esplweb.com Faith Baptist Christian www.fbcstpaul.org Friends School of Minnesota www.fsmn.org Gethsemane Lutheran www.geth.org/open Highland Catholic www.highlandcatholic.org Hill-Murray www.hill-murray.org Holy Childhood www.holychildhoodparish.org Holy Spirit www.holy-spirit.org IHM/St. Luke www.luke-acts.org King of Kings Lutheran www.kingofkingsroseville.org

Life Academy www.lifeacademymn.org

St. Raphael 763-504-9450 www.srsmn.org

Maranatha Christian Academy www.maranathachristianacademy.org

St. Therese www.st-therese.org

Lubavitch Chedar Day www.lubavitchcheder.org

Mary Queen of Peace www.mqpcatholicschool.org

St. Vincent De Paul www.saintvdp.org

Maternity of Mary/St. Andrew www.mmsaschool.org

Liberty Classical Academy www.libertyclassicalacademy.org

St. John the Evangelist www.stjohnsoflc.org St. John’s Lutheran www.stjohnez.net St. Mark www.saintmark-mn.org St. Mary of the Lake www.stmarys-wbl.org St. Matthew www.st-matts.org St. Odilia Parish www.stodilia.org St. Pascal www.stpascalbaylon.com St. Paul Academy-Summit

www.spa.edu St. Paul Academy-Summit www.spa.edu St. Peter www.stpetersnsp.org St. Pius X/Holy Family www.spxhf-wbl.org St. Rose of Lima www.saintroseoflima.net Talmud Torah www.ttsp.org Trinity Catholic www.trinity-catholic.org Twin Cities Jewish Middle www.talmudtorah.pvt.k12.mn.us

Rice County St. Dominic www.churchofstdominic.org

Scott County Holy Family Academy 952-873-2582 Our Lady of the Prairie www.ourladyoftheprairie.net

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higher education

Thinking about education beyond high school? Higher education can fulfill a quest for knowledge, expand your career opportunities and qualify you for higher paying positions. If you’re just beginning to think about higher education, it’s important to gather information and explore all your options. • Is Higher Education For You? If you’re just considering the possibility of enrolling in higher education, weigh your options and evaluate the benefits you’ll receive well beyond school. • Begin Your School Research: You’ll soon find there’s an overwhelming amount of information about higher education. Start here for some of the best resources in Minnesota.

• Types of Minnesota Schools: Learn about the assortment of public and private colleges and universities. Check whether a career school fits your higher education needs. • Certificates, Diplomas, and Degrees: Become informed about the different education awards that you could earn. Match your education objectives to a certificate, diploma or degree. • The Role of Liberal Arts in Your Future: Find out how a liberal arts degree can prepare you for a variety of careers. Develop transferable skills which will help you adapt to an ever changing workplace.

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Washington County

Prior Lake Christian www.priorlakechristianschool.com

Hope Christian Academy www.hopechristianacademy.org

St. John the Baptist www.stjohnthebaptistjordan.org

New Life Academy www.newlifeacademy.org

St. John the Baptist www.stjohns-savage.org

North Lakes Charter Academy www.northlakesacademy.org

St. Michael’s Catholic www.stmichaels-pl.org

St. Ambrose www.stambroseofwoodbury.org

St. Paul’s Lutheran www.stpaulspriorlake.org

St. Andrew www.standrews-lutheran.com

St. Wenceslaus www.stwenceslaus.org

St. Croix Catholic www.stcroixcatholic.com

Shakopee Area Catholic www.sacsschools.org

St. Jude www.stjudeofthelake.org

Trinity Lutheran www.school.trinityluthbp.com

St. Peter’s Catholic School www.stpeterfl.org

Sherburn e County

Salem Lutheran www.salemlutheran.org

Rivers Christian Academy www.riverschristianacademy.org

Transfiguration www.tranny.org

St. Andrews Catholic www.saint-andrews.net

Wright County

St. Johns Lutheran School www.sjlcas.net

St. Michael Catholic www.stmcatholicschool.org

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Post-Secondary Education Approximately 65 percent of Minnesota high school graduates enroll in a post-secondary institution the fall following graduation. More than 30,000 bachelors and graduate degrees are awarded each year at the 178 public and private institutions in Minnesota. The boom in accessible, reputable colleges and universities stemmed from a statewide effort in the 1970s to make post-secondary education available within a half-hour drive of 90 percent of the population. That goal was met, and as a result, the baby boomer generation flourished and contributed literate, informed and inventive individuals to the state’s population. For additional information, go to the listings on page 57.

Public Universities Metropolitan State University www.metrostate.edu University of Minnesota www.umn.edu University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD) www.umdadmis@d.umn.edu University of Minnesota, Morris (UMM) www.morris.umn.edu University of Minnesota, Crookston (UMC) www.crk.umn.edu

Brown Institute/Brown College www.browncollege.edu Everest (formerly Bryman Institute) www.bryman-institute.com Century College www.century.edu Dakota County Technical College www.dctc.edu Dunwoody Colllege of Technology www.dunwoody.edu Hennepin Technical College www.hennepintech.edu Inver Hills Community College www.inverhills.edu ITT Technical Institute www.itt-tech.edu

University of Minnesota, Rochester (UMR) www.r.umn.edu

Minneapolis Community and Technical College www.minneapolis.edu

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Minnesota State College Southeast Technical www.southeastmn.edu

Anoka Technical College www.ank.tec.mn.us Anoka-Ramsey Community College www.anokaramsey.edu Argosy University/Twin Cities www.argosy.edu

Normandale Community College www.normandale.edu North Hennepin Community College www.nhcc.edu Rasmussen College www.rasmussen.edu Saint Paul College www.saintpaul.edu

Private Universities & Colleges Augsburg College www.augsburg.edu Bethel University www.bethel.edu Capella University www.capellauniversity.edu

Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota (Winona) www.smumn.edu St. Olaf College www.stolaf.edu University of St. Thomas

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Carleton College www.carleton.edu

Northwestern Health Sciences University www.nwhealth.edu

College of St. Catherine www.stkate.edu

United Theological Seminary www.unitedseminary-mn.org

Concordia University www.csp.edu

William Mitchell College of Law www.wmitchell.edu

Crown College www.crown.edu Hamline University www.hamline.edu Luther Seminary www.luthersem.edu Macalester College www.macalester.edu Minneapolis College of Art and Design www.mcad.edu

Post Secondary Program for Learning Disabilities & Asperger’s Groves Academy www.grovesacademy.org Minnesota Life College www.minnesotalifecollege.org

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and benches or tables for owners to rest. Some parks have fully fenced areas for offleash play, separate areas for small dogs, or river access and ponds for the four-legged swimmers in the bunch. Some parks are free of charge while others require permit fees. Franklin Terrace is a 1.6 acre fully fenced dog park in downtown Minneapolis; furry friends and their humans could easily get lost in the woods here. Minnehaha Park is a 4.3-acre park that is partially fenced and heavily treed with access to the Mississippi River; it is easily one of the most popular dog parks in the area. The Alimagnet Park in Burnsville is a special park designed for small dogs or special needs dogs such as those that are timid or elderly. Although you can find dog parks all over the Twin Cities, wintry weather conditions often force dogs and owners to stay inside. In New Hope, our furry friends can enjoy an indoor and outdoor off leash members-only dog park year-round. Dog City Dog Park even provides all your park needs, such as tennis balls, Kongs, Tugs, water and bags. Members have unlimited access to the 27,000 square feet facility 24-hours a day. There are almost 50 official dog parks in the Twin Cities metro area where Fido can run free. Here’s a sampling of dog parks in the Twin Cities:

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e love our furry friends and the Twin Cities area is very pet friendly. Pet owners are loaded with local resources including veterinarians, groomers, pet sitters, seminars, dog parks, and more. There is even a local magazine devoted specifically to dog owners in the Twin Cities, TC Dog.

complimentary dog biscuit while you chomp down on a mouth-watering cinnamon pastry. Bring the kids and your pup to the Vali-Hi drive-in movie theater in Lake Elmo; enjoy the outdoor night sky, popcorn, and a triple-feature while your dog chews on a complimentary bone.

Dining with your pet

Pet Gear

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Bone Adventure, with locations in Wayzata, Edina, and Minneapolis, is the place to shop for high-end pet gear and grooming tools. You’ll also find several Petco and PetSmart locations scattered throughout the Twin Cities area.

Dog Parks

There are currently over 40 dog parks in the Twin Cities metropolitan area. Most have disposal bags, grassy areas, trees,

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• Dale Road Open Space Off-Leash With the recent trend of urban living, the downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul areas are overwhelmed with pet owners. To meet the demand for more pet-friendly areas closer to home, private and public groups have partnered together to plan out several new dog parks or pet areas for the downtown area. In addition to dog parks, you’ll find numerous parks and neighborhoods with walking trails where pets are allowed. Always be sure to keep your dog on a leash and pick up after your pet.

Dog park etiquette

Dogs need exercise in order to be wellbehaved companions, especially in their first few years of life. We no longer live in areas where dogs come and go as they please, so exercising them can be a challenge. Fortunately, the Twin Cities has many wonderful dog parks where you can let your dog run off leash to play and romp to his heart’s content! Dog parks also help keep our dogs’ social skills up to par. There are more households that have dogs than those that don’t and we run into people with dogs all the time. It’s imperative for dogs to be able to communicate and interact normally with members of their own species. Here are some tips for dog park etiquette for you, your children and your pet.

• T rain your dog! Make sure your dog will come when called, sit to put his leash on, and not jump up on strangers. If your dog is lacking these skills, consider taking your dog through the Minnesota Valley Humane Society’s Canine U Better Dog 1 class. Contact the Minnesota Valley Humane Society located at 952-894-5000. • Keep moving! Though it’s fine to chat with other dog parents, it’s good to walk around so your dog does not start to guard territory from new dogs that appear. This also helps your dog keep one eye on you at all times! • Make sure your dog is safe around adults, children, and other dogs. If your dog is a danger to anyone, he should not be at the park. If your dog is possessive of toys or food, guide your dog away from the things he guards. •S upervise your children at the dog park. Children should not be allowed to run at the park, as this may cause dogs to chase and nip or even bite them. Always have your kids ask for permission before petting a strange dog. • Don’t punish someone else’s dog. If a strange dog jumps on you, turn away and ignore the dog. Do not feed strange dogs treats because they may guard food from your own dog. • Consider your dog’s personality. Just like kids, some dogs are tough bullies and

others are timid. Be sure your dog is truly having fun at the dog park and not spoiling anyone else’s good time, either. • Never bring a dog in heat into the dog park. The best dog park dogs are spayed or neutered, as they are less likely to roam or get into fights with others. • Make sure your dog is healthy. Be sure he is up-to-date on his vaccinations and clear of any internal or external parasites.

Pet-friendly places to live

You’ll also find many pet-friendly places to live in the downtown areas of Minneapolis-Saint Paul. A few of the pet friendly buildings that cater to dog lovers and have built on-site dog runs include: Grant Park Skyscape Village Lofts of St. Anthony Falls 5th Avenue Lofts Security Warehouse Lofts Herschel Lofts The Plaza For more information on Twin Cities petfriendly lofts or condos, contact Andy Asbury with the The Asbury Group at 612-616-3059. Sources: The Asbury Group, www.minnesotaloftsandcondos.com, 612-616-3059 Minnesota Valley Humane Society, www.mvhspets.org, 952-894-5000

• Always clean up after your dog. • Dogs under 25 pounds should only use dog parks that contain small dog areas – if a small dog slips and squeals while being chased by others, he may be perceived as a prey animal and could be attacked. Be your small dog’s advocate and keep safety first! www.welcometwincities.com | 35

Mother Nature #1 attraction with spectator sports running a close second

ith Minnesota’s many lakes, rivers and beautiful forests, Mother Nature remains the number one attraction in the Twin Cities and throughout the state. However, with the addition of the new Target Field and the new Gopher Stadium, spectator sports are running a close second.

Lake Calhoun, Minneapolis

There are over 12,000 lakes in Minnesota, with over 900 in the Metro area alone! Fishing and other water sports are found on the many lakes, rivers and streams throughout the area. There are also two waterfalls in Minneapolis: St. Anthony Falls, the only true fall on the entire length of the Mississippi; and Minnehaha Falls, which inspired Longfellow’s famed poem The Song of Hiawatha. In addition to its many lakes and forests, for fishing, hiking, water sports and hunting, Minnesota also offers an extensive network of hiking and bicycling trails. Despite the long winters, Minnesota has over 500 golf courses, depending on who is counting. And Minnesotans do love their golf. Perhaps it is an overreaction to winter, but in terms of per capita participation, Minnesota ranks #1 in the country.

regional parks

• 29 regional trails totaling 177 miles • Open year-round • Thirty-three million visits annually • Operated by 10 partnering cities, counties and

The Twin Cities and Minnesota have everything to offer spectator fans. Major league professional sports include the Minnesota Vikings football, The Minnesota Vixens women’s pro football, Minnesota Twins baseball, Minnesota Timberwolves basketball, Minnesota Lynx women’s basketball, Minnesota Wild hockey and Minnesota Swarm lacrosse teams. The University of Minnesota, the main campus of which is located in Minneapolis, provides major college sports. There are also minor league soccer and baseball teams in the Twin Cities. Horseracing is featured at Canterbury Park in the southern metro in Shakopee. Skiers and snow boarders can choose from five ski areas in the Twin Cities area. If you’re looking for a family day outside, there are many apple orchards in the Twin Cities or a short drive away. As you can see, the Twin Cities offers firstclass viewing of major sporting events as well as a wealth of Mother Nature’s offerings. For more information about recreational activities and professional sports teams in the Twin Cities, check out our listings sections: •P ublic Golf Courses: p. 60 •A rea Attractions: p. 61 •A pple Orchards: p. 62 •B iking Trails: p 62 •B oating Activities: p. 62 •M innesota Pro-Sports Teams: p. 62 •A rea Parks: p. 62 •N ational & State Parks: p. 62 •S ki Areas: p. 62 • Race Car Parks: p. 62

Midway Stadium – Home of the Saint Paul Saints minor league baseball team / Photo: Saint Paul Saints

farm and large tracts of rural open space. Preserving parkland and open space protects valuable natural resources and makes communities more attractive and livable. Visitors to regional parks can walk, bike, swim, picnic and enjoy dozens of other activities. The most popular parks include the Minneapolis Chain of Lakes, Mississippi River Gorge, Como Zoo and Conservatory, Minnehaha Falls and Nokomis-Hiawatha Regional Park. Visit www.metrocouncil.org/parks to locate all the regional parks and the recreational opportunities they contain.

Target Field Opened for Minnesota Twins Fans in 2010

Target Field is not only the premier sporting and entertainment venue in the Upper

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St. Paul artist Ray Barton drew baseball players Minnie and Paul in 1961. The cartoon images were slated for Dixie Cups at the Metropolitan Stadium, but then-owner Calvin Griffith made them the official Twins logo.

Metropolitan Regional Parks and more

The Twin Cities area’s nationally renowned system of regional parks contributes significantly to our high quality of life. Preserving green space for wildlife habitat and recreation enhances the region’s livability and thus its economic strength.

special districts • Some parks have free admission for entrance by vehicle, while other require daily or annual passes • Free admission for all parks for entrance if you walk or ride your bicycle Source: www.metrocouncil.org 36 | Welcome! 2010

The seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area boasts a regional parks system that includes 49 parks and park reserves and six special recreation features totaling about 53,000 acres open for public use. The parks range from urban lake environments and suburban nature centers to a working

Target Field / Photo: Dustin Read

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• Twins baseball in Minnesota being played outdoors for the first time since 1981 • Target Plaza includes 1500 pound bronze glove and player statues of Harmon Killebrew, Rod Carew, and Kirby Puckett • Heated concessions, restrooms, restaurant and lounge areas • 20,000 parking space within 5 blocks of ballpark • Transportation options to Target Field include light rails transit, Northstar Commuter Rail, a Metro Transit bus hub, bike trails • Among the most accessible in pro-sports for fans with disabilities Source: www.ballparkauthority.com TCF Bank Stadium / Photo: Bruce Kluckhohn

Midwest, it will also be one of the most unique, spectacular parks in all of Major League Baseball. Target Field officially opened on April 12, 2010 when the Twins hosted the Boston Red Sox. The ballpark is designed to provide fans with an outstanding venue to watch baseball and is a wonderful civic landmark for the city of Minneapolis and the entire state of Minnesota. Target Field features spectacular views of the Minneapolis skyline and superior sight lines from every seat. The total seating is approximately 40,000 with nearly half of all seats in the lower bowl. Target Field features one of the closest seating bowls to the playing field in all of Major League Baseball. It has approximately 18,500 infield seats. Target Field features a 360-degree open main concourse, giving fans an uninterrupted view of the playing field. The concourses are twice as wide as those in the old Metrodome. Target Field has also been given the title of the “greenest ballpark in America”. The U.S. Green Building Council gave Target Field their highest ever rating. The stadium was built with efficient lighting, a recycling program, and water saving features. The restroom faucets put air bubbles in the stream so less water comes out, and a water recycling system captures rain that’s later used to irrigate the field and wash the stadium. Burning garbage makes steam for radiant heaters, and even the scoreboard is energy friendly. The Minnesota State Legislature, the Ballpark Authority, and the Minnesota Twins Baseball Team together gave an extra $2.5 million to fund green construction.

TCF Bank Golden Gopher Stadium

TCF Bank Stadium is your new home for Big Ten Football. The process of building an oncampus stadium began in 2003 when the University of Minnesota began exploring their options for this new facility. Gopher fans’ dreams became a reality on January 23, 2007 when the Board of Regents approved the schematic design and budget for TCF Bank Stadium. In July 2007, construction officially began. The stadium is not just a home for Golden Gopher Football and the University of Minnesota Marching Band; it is the home of college football tradition for all the residents of Minnesota. The 50,805 seat on-campus horseshoe style stadium was designed to support future expansion to seat up to 80,000 people. The video board in the east end zone is the third-largest video board in all of college football. The stadium’s cost totaled $288.5 million, of which the university paid 52% and the state of Minnesota the remaining 48%. The Shakopee Mdewkanton Sioux Community agreed to donate $10 million for stadium construction, the largest gift Gopher athletics had ever received. The university will match an additional $2.5 million to create a $5 million endowment for scholarships for Native American and low-income students.

Target Field / Photo: Minnesota Twins

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• TCF Bank Stadium is the first Big Ten Stadium constructed since 1960. • At the project’s peak, 750 construction workers were working on TCF Bank Stadium. • The design of TCF Bank Stadium allows for potential expansion to 80,000 seats. • There are approximately 25,000 seats with permanent chair backs. • There are 113 restrooms in TCF Bank Stadium, which include 625 toilets and 268 urinals. • In excess of 8,800 tons of structural steel was used in the project, with 97% being recycled steel. • TCF Bank Stadium contains 24,000 yards of cast-inplace concrete, which is enough concrete to pour a 4” thick by 5’ wide sidewalk from Minneapolis to Rochester, MN. (74 miles). • TCF Bank Stadium has 844 doors. • Stadium is also home to University of Minnesota Marching Band. Source: www.stadium/gophersports.com

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mn business

Best Buy HQ in Richfield, MN / Photo: Chad Davis

Minnesota’s Top 10 Fortune 500 Companies • United Health Group • Target Corporation • Supervalu • Best Buy • CHS • 3M • U.S. Bancorp • General Mills • Medtronic • Land O’Lakes

Minnesota’s Top Fortune 1000 Companies • St. Jude Medical • Alliant Tech Systems • Valspar • Pentair • Patterson • Securian Financial • REGISTERED MAIL Fastenal • Donaldson

Success attracts success for Minnesota businesses S

uccess attracts success. So it’s no surprise that some of the world’s most recognized companies call Minnesota home – and many more have major operations here. What draws them and keeps them growing? With one of the nation’s steadiest and most diversified economies with strengths in several key industries and sectors, Minnesota puts companies on incredibly sound footing.

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The Twin Cities region has a lot going for its share of Minnesota’s success. The Twin Cities has the nation’s 14th largest metropolitan economy according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis. The Twin Cities region grew by 228,000 people and 109,000 households from 2000 to 2008. According to the Metropolitan Council, total estimated population will be 2.87 million in 2010. Our residents are well-educated, with 38 percent holding bachelor’s degrees in 2008 and ranking 4th most educated among the 25 largest metropolitan statistical areas. Our average commute time for metro area residents was 24.4 minutes in 2008, ranking the Twin Cities third shortest drive time among the 25 largest metropolitan statistical areas.

You will also greatly benefit from joining a local Chamber of Commerce. Chambers are dedicated to serving as a resource to their members and to the community while enhancing their economic vitality. Members know that by working together, they can play a leading role in improving the local business climate, recruiting and retaining business and industry, attracting visitors to the area and using the combined influence for legislation that supports all of these goals. See page 9 for a listing of metro area Chambers of Commerce who bring you this publication annually and are available to help answer your questions.

Major Industries and Sectors

When it comes to strong core industries, Minnesota cuts an uncommonly wide swath across the economic landscape. We have an exceptional base of talent and expertise, not to mention a proven track record of success, in several key industries and sectors.

• Imation • Polaris Industries

Minnesota’s Top Private Companies • Cargill • Carlson Companies • Schwan Foods • Andersen • Rosen’s Diversified • MA Mortenson • Fagen • Holiday Companies • Taylor • Ceridian

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Starting or Expanding a Business in Minnesota

Starting a business in Minnesota is not a single decision but a series of them, each one an important step on the road to a successful launch. At www.positivelyminnesota.com, you will find help in tackling the most common questions in the order you’re most likely to need answers. Guidelines found on this website will provide a roadmap to the world of business and the basic sense of direction you’ll need before you begin. Of course, these guidelines are not a substitute for the advice of an attorney, accountant and other business professionals.

It is no small feat to start, manage or expand a small business. Without the right information and professional guidance at the right time, you risk needless headaches. Contact the Department of Employment and Economic Development for information about the services offered by Positively Minnesota. Visit their website at www.positivelyminnesota. com or call 651-259-7114.

Fortune 500 Companies

Minnesota has more Fortune 500 companies per capita than any other state. And that list has grown substantially in the past few years as more and more companies recognize the tremendous advantage of locating in Minnesota. There are 19 Fortune 500 companies in the state, including some of the world’s most recognized brands and firms. Overall, 32 Minnesota companies make the list of Fortune 1000 companies, representing a wide variety of industries, including insurance, banking, chemical manufacturing and food processing. Also, many of the nation’s largest privately held companies were born in Minnesota and are thriving here. Minnesota has the ideal environment for dreaming . . for taking risks . . for turning big ideas into big success. Small companies get big. Big companies get bigger. Momentum builds momentum. And the cycle repeats. Sources: Department of Employment and Economic Development @ www.positivelyminnesota.com Metropolitan Council @ www.metrocouncil.org Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Economic Accounts @ www.bea.gov/regional Census Bureau, American Community Survey @ www. census.gov/acs

Traveling around the Twin Cities

he easiest and most convenient way to travel around the Twin Cities is by personal automobile via the extensive highway system. It includes interstate freeways, state highways, and county and city streets that will get you anywhere you would like to go. The bus system is also quite extensive and will take you to most places within the Twin Cities with the exception of the far outer ring suburbs. If you are traveling to and from Minneapolis and the south metro area, then the light rail could be your ride. It travels every ten minutes from the Mall of America to downtown Minneapolis with many stops in-between.

Cities Airport-Wold Chamberlain Field, the airport soon became home to Northwest Airways. Today, MSP is a hub for the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest airline, Delta. The airport also is served by every other major airline. From MSP, travelers can book daily nonstop flights to 142 domestic and 20 international destinations. The Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is located at 4300 Glumack Drive, St. Paul, MN 55111 (612-726-5555).

Humphrey Terminal, which is the largest site for chartered flights in the country, is located a short distance from the Lindberg Terminal. Local airlines, such as Sun Country call the Humphrey Terminal home, along with AirTran Airways, Southwest Airlines and Iceland Air. The terminals are connected by light rail that runs 24 hours a day. The Humphrey Terminal is located at 7150 Humphrey Drive, Minneapolis, MN 55450 (612-726-5800). For more information visit www.mspairport.com. Travel continued on page 40

Finally if you need to travel to out-state Minnesota or outside of Minnesota or the U.S., then the Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport offers excellent service.

By Air

Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) was founded in 1923 on land formerly used for auto racing. Originally called Twin

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By Bus or Light Rail

Metro Transit is one of the country’s largest transit systems, providing roughly 95 percent of the 73 million bus trips taken annually in the Twin Cities. Each weekday customers board Metro Transit buses an average of 200,000 times. Metro Transit operates the Hiawatha light-rail line and 129 bus routes. Sixty-eight are localservice routes, 47 are express routes, and 14 are contract service routes. Metro Transit uses a fleet of 878 buses. The majority of the company’s fleet (818) are standard 40foot buses while 140 are articulated buses and two are coach buses. All Metro Transit buses are equipped with wheelchair lifts or ramps and racks for bicycles. All trains feature step-free boarding, bicycle racks and luggage storage areas. To ensure safety for customers and drivers, Metro Transit has its own police department. They have 144 Metropolitan Transit Police officers who work full-time and part-time to enforce laws pertaining to safety on buses, on trains and at bus stops and rail stations.

Hiawatha LRT downtown Minneapolis

Because light rail is new to this area, there are a few important things to keep in mind. Light-rail trains travel in both directions on

the tracks. Unlike freight trains, they are extremely fast and quiet. Carefully look both ways when crossing tracks, and cross at marked areas only. Walk bikes across the tracks to avoid getting tires stuck in the tracks. Metro Transit is located at 560 Sixth Ave. North, Minneapolis, MN 55411. For more information, call 612-373-3333 or visit www.metrotransit. org, www.mvta.com, swtransit.org.

By Car

Any one who drives a motor vehicle on public streets or highways in Minnesota must carry a valid driver’s license. If you’ve never had one in any state or country, you must apply for an instruction permit and pass a knowledge test, a vision test and a road test. If you are moving to Minnesota from another state, certain U.S. territories or Canada, you can obtain a license by passing a knowledge and vision test. If you’ve become a resident of Minnesota and have in your possession a valid driver’s license issued, you have 60 days to obtain your Minnesota license. For more information visit www.dps.state.mn.us.

It’s easy to get started. We know your neighborhood better than anyone. Let Metro Transit show you around. We can take you from home to work as easily as we can get you to the neighborhood coffee shop.

Save more than the price of gas. Using Metro Transit saves money on gas and parking costs but that’s not all. When you leave your car at home, you’re helping save the environment as well. In addition to offering bus and train service, we can help match you with others looking to form a carpool or vanpool and we have resources for those who prefer to bike or walk. 612-373-3333 metrotransit.org

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Metro Valley Transit Bus 2.0 (technology bus) at Burnsville Transit Station / Photo: MVTA

Highways & Byways

The average commute in the Twin Cities is about 25 minutes. The two major interstates that run through the Twin Cities are I-35, which splits into 35 East and 35 West, and I-94, which runs east to west. Interstate 494 and 694 provide a bypass for the Twin Cities by encircling the entire metro area.

Traffic Management

Travelers in the Twin Cities Metro area have the opportunity to receive current traffic information through a variety of media. Information is available on the radio, Internet, telephone, and there is even an e-mail and paging service that sends out updates. Real-time traffic maps, roadwork information, incident information and travel information can be found at 511mn.org or by dialing 511. For more information visit www.dot.state.mn.us/roadwork.

For a modest fee you can enjoy “express” travel between the southern suburbs and downtown Minneapolis. For information visit www.mnpass.net or call 1-866-397-4334.

Other Travel Options

Many people are interested in keeping commuting costs low combined with the help of self propelled vehicles while preserving the environment and themselves. The Twin Cities has extensive biking, walking and hiking trails. For more information visit www. minneapolisparks.org or www.mntrails.com. There are other ways for more personal doorto-door services such as taxi and limousine services. There are also restored street cars, horse-and-buggies, riverboats and passenger bicycles available for alternative and pleasant excursions.

Snow Emergency & Winter Parking Restrictions

Snow is inevitable in the metro area and when it gets bad enough the area declares a snow emergency, which puts temporary restrictions on parking to allow the plows to get through. Those who don’t move their car will most likely be towed.

Minneapolis Apple Valley Transit Station / Photo: MVTA

Car Pooling and Toll Lanes

The Twin Cities metro has many services such as high occupancy vehicle lanes, free or discounted parking and ramp meter bypasses. If you drive alone on I-35W or I-394 you can enjoy MnPASS Express Lanes.

For up-to-date information regarding snow emergencies and winter parking restrictions in Minneapolis, visit www.ci.mpls.mn.us/ snow or call 612-348-7669.

a Snow Emergency. For more information regarding snow emergencies and winter parking restrictions in St. Paul, visit www. ci.stpaul.mn.us/depts/publicworks/ snowplow or call 651-266-7569.

Other Cities

For information for other municipalities, contact the appropriate city office.

Transportation for the businesses and residents of Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan,Rosemount and Savage; limited service in Lakeville. • Express Bus service to/from downtown Minneapolis and downtown St. Paul • Local Bus service to/from south metro cities and the Mall of America • Reverse Commute Bus service from Minneapoois, St. Paul and Mall of America to South Metro cities

Call 952-882-7500 for more information or to have schedules mailed to you

Top Ten Reasons for Riding the Bus: 10. 9. 8. 7. 6. 5. 4. 3. 2. 1.

I can work or read on the bus It’s convenient It’s good for the environment Saves time Saves money It’s safer than driving My employer subsidizes my transit passes I don’t own a car I can avoid the stress of driving I like riding the bus

Saint Paul

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Explore your travel options with

You’ve got a new address and new neighbors – now find a new way to move around the Twin Cities. Metro Transit can help. We can take you from home to work as easily as we can get you to the neighborhood coffee shop.

etro Transit is the transportation resource for the Twin Cities, offering an integrated network of buses and trains as well as resources to help you carpool, vanpool, walk or bike. If buses or trains don’t work for your situation, consider other ways of sharing the ride. Metro Transit has an online Carpool/Vanpool Planner to help match people who travel the same direction and time. We have resources for bicycle commuters, too. No matter which option you choose, you’ll save money, cut down on the frustration of traffic congestion and help reduce your carbon footprint.

Taking the bus

Metro Transit is one of the country’s largest transit systems, providing service on 127 bus routes. Many routes are timed to connect with others so you can keep moving. There are also connections with suburban transit providers so you can travel all across the region. Your life moves fast, that’s why Metro Transit has the Hi-Frequency network – a system of 12 routes with service every 15 minutes (or better) throughout most of the day on weekdays and Saturdays. 42 | Welcome! 2010

Taking the train

The Hiawatha Line links downtown Minneapolis, the airport and Mall of America. Hop on at any of the 19 stations and experience the train for yourself. You won’t be alone. Customers took the train more than 9.8 million times in 2009. If you’re commuting from the Northwest metro, the ride is easier on the Northstar Line, the state’s first commuter rail line. It offers daily service from Big Lake to downtown Minneapolis (Target Field) with stations at Elk River, Anoka, Coon Rapids and Fridley. Get details at metrotransit.org/northstar.

Park & Ride lots

If transit doesn’t serve your neighborhood directly, there’s a route nearby. Metro Transit and suburban transit providers operate more than 100 free park & ride lots where you can leave your car behind and hop on a bus or train for a relaxing ride. Find the Park & Ride lot nearest you at metrotransit.org.

Make riding more economical – buy a pass!

Buying fares in advance saves you even more because every pass includes bonus rides. When you start riding more frequently, you’ll want a Go-To Card, a rechargeable pass that you can use over and over. You move faster because your fare is deducted instantly when you touch your card to a reader on the bus or at the rail station. Learn about all transit pass options at metrotransit.org – you can even buy your pass online! Talk to your employer about Metropass, the premier transit pass available only through participating employers. Metropass offers unlimited rides on any regular-route bus or any train at any time! To see if your employer participates, visit the Fares & Passes section at metrotransit.org.

carpoolers are added every day. Creating an account with our Carpool/Vanpool Planner is easy. Sharing the ride saves money and time! Carpools and vanpools can use rampmeter bypasses and special freeway lanes so you keep moving – even when traffic is backed up.

Bicycling

Our region likes to bike! The Twin Cities ranks first in the nation for percentage of commuters who bicycle. Many commuters combine bicycling and transit – all Metro Transit buses and trains have free bicycle racks. Visit metrotransit.org for resources on bicycle commuting, information on bike lockers available for rent, safety tips and incentive programs like The Commuter Challenge, where you can earn rewards for your commitment to bicycling.

Van-GO!

We can help employees lease vehicles for money-saving vanpools that carry between five and 15 commuters. The larger the group, the bigger the savings.

Guaranteed Ride Home

Commuters who ride the bus or train, carpool, vanpool, bicycle or walk at least three days a week to work or school are eligible for this free perk. All you need to do is register!

We’ll help you get started

Visit metrotransit.org to learn how to improve your commute. Here you’ll find these helpful resources to get you started: • Interactive regional transit maps • NexTrip (real-time departure times) • Schedules for all regional buses and trains • Carpool/Vanpool Planner that matches interested drivers and riders • Park & Ride Finder • Bicycling & walking resources • Other suburban transit services

Rideshare

If you want to share the ride, Metro Transit can help match you with other commuters. We maintain a list of more than 9,000 commuters – if there isn’t a match at first, you should check back often since potential

The Guaranteed Ride Home program ensures that you have a ride if you need it – for example, if you have a family issue or need to work unexpected hours.

See for yourself – check out your options today

Let Metro Transit take you where you want to go! For instant help in finding the transit route that fits your needs, use the interactive Trip Planner at metrotransit.org. Give a starting point, destination and time of travel. In just seconds, you’ll have route options, fare information and links to maps. We also have transit experts ready to lend their assistance. Call 612-373-3333 (TTY 612-341-0140) and get a personalized itinerary with directions to the closest transit stop or Park & Ride lot. ◊◊◊

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Guthrie Theater houses three stages for internationally acclaimed productions. Local composer/performer Prince, one of the city’s most prominent progenies, studied at the Minnesota Dance Theatre and helped put First Avenue on the entertainment map with the 1984 film Purple Rain.. Minneapolis provides winter entertainment with Holidazzle Parades, lighting up Nicollet Mall every Thursday through Sunday during the Thanksgiving-Christmas season. But the biggest festival in Minneapolis is the summer Aquatennial with more than 70 events, including milk carton boat races and a Torchlight Parade. In its 71st year, the Aquatennial features celebrity guests that have included Gene Autry, Vice President Richard Nixon, the Lone Ranger, Bob Barker, and millionaire Percy Ross.

W Minneapolis - The Foshay Photo: Meet Minneapolis

Diversity in the Future: Downtown Minneapolis business district Diversity from page 8

per year. And thirteen festivals, including the Taste of Minnesota, the Irish Fair, Cinco de Mayo, and Grand Old Days, provide yearround entertainment.

inneapolis sets the stage for a broad spectrum of arts with 75 professional theaters, more than 275 arts organizations, and nearly 60 museums. The legendary St. Paul Winter Carnival, drawing about 350,000 visitors, celebrates winter, Minnesota style. Local business leaders collaborated for the first carnival in February, 1886, after a New York reporter described St. Paul as “another Siberia, unfit for human habitation in the winter.” Parades, contests, skiing, toboggan slides, and a spectacular, fourteen-story ice castle showcased ingenuity and hometown pride. Minneapolis sets the stage for a broad spectrum of arts with 75 professional theaters, more than 275 arts organizations, and nearly 60 museums. Among the latter are the Minneapolis Institute of Arts, considered one of the top ten comprehensive art museums in the country, the nationallyacclaimed Walker Art Center, Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, and the Weisman Art Museum. A 98-member Minnesota Orchestra, based in upscale Orchestra Hall, performs nearly 200 programs annually, including live Friday night concerts for Minnesota Public Radio. Overlooking the Mississippi, the spectacular six-story 44 | Welcome! 2010

Minneapolis prides itself for its urbanite and progressive downtown, renovated hotels, renowned cuisine, and jazz clubs. Eight miles of glassed, indoor skyways connect the city’s hub. St. Paul, on the other hand, has preserved many of its spectacular landmarks, skillfully combining Victorian and contemporary architecture. Numerous specialty shops offer a unique shopping venue. Both cities encourage ever-increasing downtown residency. And both have learned to capitalize on their mutual strengths. By 2012 the new Central Corridor light rail system will connect the two downtowns. The annual Twin Cities Marathon, recognized as one of the most beautiful urban marathons in the country, will continue to display the extraordinary features of the Cities every October. Residents will flock to the beaches in the summer, attend outdoor concerts, and fish off bridges. When fall arrives, with its dependable “Indian summer,” the lakes will become mirrors of oranges, yellows, and reds. And people will visit apple orchards for hayrides, cider tasting, and homemade apple bakery goods. Winter will paint frostladen landscapes for skiers, skaters, and young snowman enthusiasts to enjoy. In the springtime, loons and geese will continue to return to a vast array of tulips and irises.

Minnesota State Fair / Photo: Meet Minneapolis

Minneapolis Central Library / Photo: Meet Minneapolis

Nicollet Avenue Entertainment / Photo: Meet Minneapolis

Twin Citians cheer for their hometown heroes and attend the Great Minnesota GetTogether, the State Fair, in droves. But, to their credit, if the past indicates the future, they will value their diversity, making this locale one of the best of all places to live. Saint Paul Winter Carnival ice sculptures / Photo:Pat Laurel, Saint Paul CVA

Mayo Health System also is a family of clinics, hospitals, and health care facilities serving 70 communities in Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin. Mayo Health System links the expertise of Mayo Clinic with health care providers in local communities to offer patients a full spectrum of health care options. Patients receive quality health care at their local clinic or hospital, and, when needed, can receive highly specialized care at Mayo Clinic. Nearly 800 physicians and 13,000 allied health staff are employed by Mayo Health System organizations. More than 100 Mayo Clinic physicians from 25 specialties regularly see patients at the Mayo Health System. In addition to having health care facilities in 70 communities, the system includes 17 owned hospitals, eight owned nursing homes and contract management agreements with two additional hospitals and one nursing home.

Healthcare in the Twin Cities M

innesota is in the top 10 of healthiest states in America. We also boast the highest percentage of adults who exercise, as well as the third-lowest infant mortality rate and third highest percentage of the population covered by health insurance. In this section, you’ll find hospitals and clinics located in each county in the metro area. For additional information about these facilities, turn to page 57. Minnesota is a national center for groundbreaking medical technologies, treatment and initiatives to improve its residents’ health. Health-maintenance organizations (HMOs) started in the Twin Cites. Fridley-based Medtronic manufactures medical devices that serve a wide range of functions for patients. The Mayo Clinic, located in Rochester, is home to some of the finest medical specialists and its patients range from local residents to heads of state from countries around the globe. Hennepin County Medical Center (HCMC) is widely regarded as one of the best hospitals in the nation for senior and extended care. The Hazelden Foundation has also earned a world-class reputation for treating alcohol and chemical abuse.

Mayo Clinic

One of the most recognizable health care facilities in the world is located in Minnesota. Although Mayo Clinic is not located in the Twin Cities metropolitan area, it is easily accessible to all Midwest residents. Rochester is located 10 miles north of Interstate 90 and about 50 miles east of Interstate 35. U.S. Highway 52, a four-lane highway, connects Rochester to the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul., which are approximately 90 miles to the northwest. U.S. Highways 14 and 63 also intersect with Rochester. Mayo Clinic, Saint Mary’s Hospital and Rochester Methodist Hospital form the largest integrated medical center in the world, providing comprehensive diagnosis and treatment in virtually all medical and surgical specialties. More than 350,000 patients from all walks of life seek answers at Mayo Clinic each year. Mayo Clinic, Saint Mary’s Hospital and Rochester Methodist Hospital form an integrated medical center dedicated to providing comprehensive diagnosis and treatment in virtually every medical and surgical specialty.

Since its inception in 1992, Mayo Health System has grown from a new idea to one of the most successful regional health care systems in America. Last year, Mayo Health System served more than a million patients. Mayo Health System is a national leader in quality and safety efforts and the winner of six Acclaim awards, presented by the American Medical Group Association, to the highest quality hospitals in the nation. For people in Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin, Mayo Health System means quality health care close to home. Healthcare continued on page 46

Mayo Clinic

A Typical Day at Mayo Clinic Outpatient visits 5,764 Admissions to the hospital 241 Surgical procedures 205 Lab tests 41,000 Radiology procedures 3,779 CT scans 647 Chest X-rays 702 MRIs 244 Units of blood and blood components used 213 2008 Statistics Unique patients 338,937 Outpatients visits 1.5 million Staff physicians and scientists 1,995 Residents, fellows and temporary professionals 2,721 Allied health staff (clinic and hospital) 27,632 Total Staff 32,348 www.welcometwincities.com | 45

Phillips Eye Institute www.phillipseyeinstitute.com Regency Hospital www.regencyhospital.com Shriners Hospitals for Children-Twin Cities www.shrinershq.org/shc/twincities TRIA Orthopedic Center www.tria.com Veterans Affairs Medical Center 763-588-2750 WESTHealth www.westhealth.com

Ramsey County Bethesda Rehabilitation Hospital www.bethesdahospital.org Children’s Hospitals and Clinics of MinnesotaRoseville www.childrensmn.org Children’s Hospitals and Clinics

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Hospitals & clinics

Regina Medical Center 651-480-4100 www.reginamedical.org

Children’s Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota www.childrensmn.org Gillette Children’s Specialty Healthcare www.gillettechildrens.org

Goodhue County

HealthEast Midway Outpatient Center www.healtheast.org

Cannon Falls Medical Center www.cannonhealth.org

Regions Hospital www.regionshospital.com

Fairview Red Wing Medical Center www.redwing.fairview.org

St. John’s Hospital www.healtheast.org

Lake City Medical Center Mayo Health www.mayohealthsystem.org

St. Joseph’s Hospital www.stjosephs-stpaul.org

Hennepin County

United Hospital, Inc. www.unitedhospital.com

Carver County

Abbott Northwestern Hospital/Sister Kenny Institute www.abbottnorthwestern.com

Rice County

Park Nicollet Clinic www.parknicollet.com

Centennial Lakes Same Day Surgery Center www.healthsouth.com

Ridgeview Chanhassen Clinic www.ridgeviewmedical.org

Children’s Hospitals & Clinics of Minnesota www.childrensmn.org

Ridgeview Medical Center www.ridgeviewmedical.org

Children’s Hospitals & Clinics of Minnesota West www.childrenmn.org

Chisago County

Courage Center www.courage.org

ost of the following facilities are fullservice hospitals with emergency services. For more information regarding these hospitals and clinics, turn to page 57.

Anoka County Mercy Hospital www.mercyunity.com Unity Hospital www.mercyunity.com

Hazelden Foundation www.hazelden.org

Dakota County

Fairview Hospital-Southdale www.southdale.fairview.org

Allina Medical Clinic-Northfield www.allina.com District One Hospital www.districtonehospital.com

Scott County Queen of Peace Hospital www.queenofpeacehospital.org St. Francis Regional Medical Center www.stfrancisshakopee.com

Sherburne County

Fairview Hospital-Maple Grove www.maplegrove.fairview.org

Monticello Big Lake Community Hospital www.mblch.com

Allina Medical Clinic-Eagan www.allina.com

Fairview University Medical Center-Riverside Campus www.fairview.org

Washington County

Allina Medical Clinic-Nininger www.allina.com

Fairview-University Campus www.fairview.org

Apple Valley Medical Center www.applevalleymc.com

Hennepin County Medical Center www.hcmc.org

Fairview Ridges Hospital www.ridges.fairview.org

Hennepin Faculty Associates www.HFAhealth.com

HealthPartners-Inver Grove Heights Clinic www.healthpartners.com

Methodist Hospital www.parknicollet.com

HealthPartners-Apple Valley Clinic www.healthpartners.com

North Memorial Medical Center www.northmemorial.com

Northfield City Hospital www.northfieldhospital.org

Park Nicollet Clinic www.parknicollet.com

Allina Medical Clinic-Hastings www.allina.com

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Children’s Hospitals and Clinics of MN-Woodwinds www.childrensmn.org Healtheast Woodwinds Hospital www.woodwinds.org Lakeview Hospital www.lakeview.org

Wright County Elk Ridge Health Allina Medical Clinic www.allina.com Buffalo Hospital www.buffalohospital.org

The Twin Cities: A paradise for shoppers, diners and art lovers W

hen the Mall of America was completed in 1992, it quickly became one of the country’s leading tourist attractions. It is the nation’s largest indoor shopping mall. The Mall of America is located on the old site of Metropolitan Stadium, once home of the Minnesota Vikings football and Twins baseball teams. It is so huge that it could contain seven Yankee Stadiums! There are so many stores and businesses, that if you spent 10 minutes in each, it would take you 86 hours to visit them all. Its central hub is so large there is an amusement park including a rollercoaster and many other rides. Underwater Adventures Aquarium is another major Mall of America attraction.

second level pedestrian bridges connecting buildings. Seventy-two square blocks of downtown Minneapolis are connected by 62 skyways. Saint Paul has approximately half that many. What this means to the shopper is an indoor shopping and discovery adventure in two cities where much of the action is on the second level, rather than street level as with most other cities. It’s like one huge gerbil paradise!

Both Minneapolis and Saint Paul downtown areas, not to be outdone by the Mall of America for indoor shopping, have both become essentially indoor cities, with extensive skyway networks. “Skyways” are

Shopping

For shoppers who enjoy outdoor sidewalk shopping, there are also many beautiful and quaint shopping areas filled with antiques, gift and clothing shops, bookstores, espresso cafes and restaurants.

Here’s a quick look at some of what the Twin Cities offers shoppers. Also, see page 59 for additional listings of shopping malls and areas.

Downtown Minneapolis: Connected by 62

Skyways, 72 square blocks of Downtown Minneapolis are now indoors!

Uptown:Cappuccino

Corner! Many independent stores and restaurants, located near the intersection of Lake Street and Hennepin Avenue.

Mall of America, Bloomington / Photo: Mall of America

Wayzata: Upscale shopping on Minnetonka Lake’s north side.

St. Paul Grand Avenue: St. Paul’s hippest shopping area. spans 30 blocks from Mississippi River to Downtown Saint Paul.

Highland Park: A nice, concentrated shopping area located at Ford Parkway and Cleveland Ave. not far from Minnehaha Falls.

Stillwater: Historic small-town shopping at its best includes a lift bridge, antique stores, and vintage main street shopping. Source: www.twincitiestours.com/ shopping Paradise continued on page 48

Linden Hills: A hilly, 1920s-like shopping village, located at 43rd and Upton Avenue South.

Dinkytown: Busy retail area on University of Minnesota campus.

Edina 50th and France: Upscale shopping and dining, located near 50 th and France.

Southdale: Nation’s first indoor shopping

mall in 1956 and still spectacular at 66th and France Ave. S.

Galleria: Fashion, dining, and more at 69th and France Avenue South.

Lake Minnetonka: Located about 30 minutes

west of Downtown, picturesque towns of Wayzata, Mound and Excelsior.

Excelsior: Fascinating main street shopping

on the shores of the lake, offering a day of shopping, antique stores, dining, and a boat cruise.

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Brit’s Pub / Photo: Meet Minneapolis

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Saint Paul

Dining

St. Paul is an historic city, which attracts tourists, business people and politicians visiting the State Capital. Patrons of St. Paul restaurants can enjoy a romantic meal, a leisurely dinner, a business meeting, a political power lunch or a family dinner at affordable prices. St. Paul offers all of the national restaurant chains and fast food options, but you’ll also want to branch out and give a few of the locally owned St. Paul eateries a shot. St. Paul cafes are great lunch options and seafood in St. Paul is top-notch. Whether craving comfort food or international cuisine, St. Paul cafes and restaurants offer great dining options.

he Twin Cities area offers a wide array of dining experiences. Just a few of the highlights for area restaurants are shown below. Visit www.twincitiesdiningguide. com or 10best.com for restaurant profiles, menus, photos, and links. Also, turn to page 59 for additional listings of shopping and dining areas

Pazzaluna / Photo: Meet Minneapolis

Crave, Mall of America / Photo: Meet Minneapolis

Minneapolis Minneapolis has dining options to meet every palate, from favorite fast-food haunts to fourstar cuisine. From Minneapolis city center to the suburbs and the Mississippi Riverbank, Minneapolis is bursting with fine dining establishments, restaurants for all budgets, sidewalk snack kiosks, hip cafés, quaint coffee shops and cozy brewpubs. Many local chefs delight in using organic and locally produced ingredients. You’ll find Minneapolis dining offers an assortment of edible goodies, thirst quenchers, and a varied range of taste sensations from ethnic cuisine to traditional, home-style Yankee cooking.

Mickey’s Diner / Photo: Pat Laurel; Saint Paul CVA

Source: www.twincities guide.com and www.10best.com Paradise continued on page 49

Bellanotte / Photo: Meet Minneapolis

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Hennepin Avenue Theater District / Photo: Meet Minneapolis

Minneapolis Institute of Art / Photo: Meet Minneapolis

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Arts and Culture

he Twin Cities is a cornucopia of arts and culture. There are five major art museums including the newly-remodeled Walker Art Center and the giant Minneapolis Institute of the Arts. There are seven history museums, including the Mill City Museum, built within the ruins of the original General Mills flour mill. You will find several science museums, including the Bakken Museum of Electricity in Life, founded by Earl Bakken, inventor of the cardiac pacemaker, and the Science Museum of Minnesota. In addition, there is a continuing explosion of local art and art galleries in every corner of the Twin Cities and beyond. The Twin Cities area is noted for its music recording and production ties, which include Grammy-winning artist Prince, and music producer Terry Lewis. Additionally, the Twin Cities is ranked second only to New York in total theater seats per capita, and features 130 art galleries, 20 classical music groups, 15 museums and 10 dance companies. In 1963, shortly after Sir Tyrone Guthrie established his famed Guthrie Theater in Minneapolis, it was noted by area farmers that the wheat in their fields produced greater yields; and their lowing cattle, snorting swine and clucking hens hit stunning harmonic variations. Young farm boys and girls danced through meadows like butterflies ballerinas. Migratory birds refused to leave in autumn. The Irish-born Sir Tyrone, whose reputation was that of the greatest theater director in

Powderhorn neighborhood May Day parade / Photo: Meet Minneapolis

the world, weary of the growing commercial demands of Broadway (musicals), and passionate about his own theatrical ideas, envisioned a repertory theater somewhere in the heartland of America. Minneapolis landed the plum. Whether it is music, theater, ballet, comedy or opera, you will find it all here. During an average Twin Cities’ week-end you can choose between 29 plays, 6 dance performances, 8 pop music concerts, 2 jazz concerts, 3 major art exhibits, 24 gallery shows, five comedy acts.

Fitzgerald Theater, Saint Paul

For Minneapolis, “Broadway” is Hennepin Avenue, and “Off Broadway” is, well, Off Hennepin, which may be anywhere in the Metro area. Theater clusters include the West Bank in Minneapolis and The St. Paul Warehouse District. However, there are many other theaters scattered about the far-flung cultural universe of the Twin Cities. The Minnesota Arts Board is a state agency that “stimulates and encourages the creation, performance and appreciation of the arts in the state.

Fredrick R. Weisman Art Museum / Photo: John Pidgeon

Go to our listing sections for more information regarding arts education, landscape design, museums, galleries, historic buildings and landmarks, music and dance, theatre, casinos and racetracks. Sources: www.arts.state.mn.us www.twincities.tours.com Science Museum of Minnesota, Saint Paul

Annual Festival of Nations at Saint Paul RiverCentre / Photo: Pat Laurel; Saint Paul CVA

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Welcome! | Listings

Index of listings Utilities.................................................................................................................................... 51 Telecommunications............................................................................................................... 51 Cities....................................................................................................................................... 51 Public Schools........................................................................................................................ 52 Private Schools....................................................................................................................... 54 Public Universities.................................................................................................................. 57 Community & Technical Colleges........................................................................................... 57 Post Secondary Program For Learning Disabilities & Aspergers.......................................... 57 Private Universities & Colleges.............................................................................................. 57 Post Secondary....................................................................................................................... 57 Hospitals & Clinics ................................................................................................................. 57 Arts Education . ...................................................................................................................... 58 Landscape Design................................................................................................................... 58 Museums, Galleries, Historic.................................................................................................. 58 Music & Dance........................................................................................................................ 59 Theatre.................................................................................................................................... 59 Casinos.................................................................................................................................... 59 Racetrack............................................................................................................................... 59 Shopping & Dining . ................................................................................................................ 59 Golf Courses............................................................................................................................ 60 Attractions ............................................................................................................................. 61 Apple Orchards....................................................................................................................... 62 Biking Trails............................................................................................................................ 62 Boating Activities.................................................................................................................... 62 Minnesota Professional Sports Teams................................................................................... 62 Area Parks.............................................................................................................................. 62 National & State Parks........................................................................................................... 62 Ski Areas................................................................................................................................. 62 Race Car Parks ...................................................................................................................... 62 50 | Welcome! 2010

Listings | Welcome! UTILITIES Connexus Energy

763-323-2600 www.connexusenergy.com

Dakota Electric Association 651-463-6212 www.dakotaelectric.com

Minnesota Valley Electric Co-op 952-492-2313 www.mvec.net

Wright-Hennepin Cooperative Electrical Association 800-943-2667 www.whe.org

Xcel Energy

800-895-4999 www.xcelenergy.com

Centerpoint Energy

612-372-4727 www.centerpointenergy.com

Minnesota Energy Resources 800-303-0752 www.wpsr.com

TELECOMMUNICATIONS Charter Communications 800-581-0081 www.charter.com

Comcast

612-522-2000 www.comcast.com

Embarq

Home 800-788-3500 Multi-line business 800-800-8494 www.embarq.com

Frontier Communications 952-435-1504 www.frontieronline.com

Integra Telecom

952-746-7100 www.integramn.com

Qwest Communications

Home 800-244-1111 Business 800-603-6000 Home office consulting 800-898-9675 Special needs (TTY/Voice) 800-2233131 www.qwest.com

Mediacom

800-332-0245 www.mediacomcc.com

US Cable

763-689-4550 www.uscable.com

CITIES

Anoka County Andover

1685 Crosstown Blvd. NW Andover, MN 55304 763-755-5100 www.ci.andover.mn.us

Anoka

2015 First Av. North Anoka, MN 55303 763-576-2700 www.ci.anoka.mn.us

Bethel

165 Main St. NW Bethel, MN 55005 763-434-4366

Blaine

10801 Town Square Dr. NE Blaine, MN 55449 763-784-6700 www.ci.blaine.mn.us

Centerville

1880 Main St. Centerville, MN 55038 651-429-3232 www.centervillemn.com

Cir. Pines

200 Civic Heights Cir. Cir. Pines, MN 55014 763-784-5898 www.ci.circle-pines.mn.us

Columbia Heights

590 40th Av. NE Columbia Heights, MN 55421 763-706-3600 www.ci.columbia-heights.mn.us

Coon Rapids

Burnsville

Corcoran

Minnetrista

East Bethel

Eagan

Crystal

Mound

Farmington

Dayton

New Hope

Hastings

Eden Prairie

Orono

Inver Grove Heights

Edina

Osseo

Lakeville

Excelsior

Plymouth

339 Third St. Excelsior, MN 55331 952-474-5233 www.ci.excelsior.mn.us

3400 Plymouth Blvd. Plymouth, MN 55447 763-509-5000 www.ci.plymouth.mn.us

Lilydale

Golden Valley

Richfield

7800 Golden Valley Rd. Golden Valley, MN 55427 763-593-8000 www.ci.golden-valley.mn.us

6700 Portland Av. Richfield, MN 55423 612-861-9700 www.ci.richfield.mn.us

Mendota

Greenfield

Robbinsdale

7738 Commerce Cir. Greenfield, MN 55373 763-477-6464 www.greenfield.govoffice.com

4100 Lakeview Av.N Robbinsdale, MN 55422 763-537-4534 www.robbinsdale.com

Mendota Heights

Hopkins

Rockford

1010 First St. S. Hopkins, MN 55343 952-935-8474 www.ci-hopkins.mn.us

6031 Main St. Rockford, MN 55373 763-477-6565 www.cityofrockford.org

Rosemount

Long Lake

Rogers and the Town of Hassan

450 Virginia Av. Long Lake, MN 55356 952-473-6961 www.ci.long-lake.mn.us

22350 S. Diamond Lake Rd. Rogers, MN 55374 763-428-2253 www.rogers.govoffice.com

South Saint Paul

Loretto

St. Bonifacius

259 N, Medina St. Loretto, MN 55357 763-479-4305 www.lorettomn.govoffice2.com

8535 Kennedy Memorial Dr. St. Bonifacius, MN 55375 952-446-1061 www.ci.st-bonifacius.mn.us

Sunfish Lake

Maple Grove

St. Louis Park

12800 Arbor Lakes Pkwy. Maple Grove, MN 55311 763-494-6000 www.ci.maple-grove.mn.us

5005 Minnetonka Blvd. St. Louis Park, MN 55416 952-924-2500 www.stlouispark.org

Maple Plain

Shorewood

1620 Maple Av. Maple Plain, MN 55359 763-479-0515 www.mapleplain.com

5755 Country Club Rd. Shorewood, MN 55331 952-9474-3236 www.ci.shorewood.mn.us

Medicine Lake

Spring Park

10609 South Shore Dr. Medicine Lake, MN 55441 763-542-9701 www.ci.medicine-lake.mn.us

4349 Warren Av. Spring Park, MN 55384 952-471-9051 www.springpark.govoffice.com

Medina

Tonka Bay

2052 County Rd. 24 Medina, MN 55340 763-473-4643 www.ci.medina.mn.us

4901 Manitou Rd. Tonka Bay, MN 55331 952-474-7994 www.cityoftonkabay.net

Minneapolis

Wayzata

11155 Robinson Dr. Coon Rapids, MN 55433-3761 763-755-2880 www.ci.coon-rapids.mn.us 2241 221st Av. N Cedar, MN 55011 763-434-9569

Fridley

6431 University Av. NE Fridley, MN 55432 763-571-3450 www.ci.fridley.mn.us

Ham Lake

15544 Central Av. NE Ham Lake, MN 55304 763-434-9555 www.ci.ham-lake.mn.us

Hilltop

4555 Jackson St. HillTop, MN 55421 763-571-2023

Lexington

9180 Lexington Av. Lexington, MN 55014

Lino Lakes

600 Town Center Pkwy Lino Lakes, MN 55014 651-982-2400 www.ci.lino-lakes.mn.us

Nowthen

19800 Nowthen Blvd. NW Anoka, MN 55303 763-441-1347 www.nowthenmn.govoffice2.com

Oak Grove

19900 Nightingale St. NW Cedar, MN 55011-9204 763-753-1920 www.ci.oak-grove.mn.us

Ramsey

7550 Sunwood Dr. NW Ramsey, MN 55303 763-427-1410 www.ci.ramsey.mn.us

St. Francis

23340 Cree St. NW St. Francis, MN 55070 763-753-2630 www.stfrancis.govoffice.com

Spring Lake Park

1301 81st Av. NE Spring Lake Park, MN 55432 763-784-6491 www.spring-lake-park.mn.us

100 Civic Center Pkwy. Burnsville, MN 55337 952-895-4400 www.ci.burnsville.mn.us 3830 Pilot Knob Rd. Eagan, MN 55122 651-675-5000 www.cityofeagan.com 325 Oak St. Farmington, MN 55024 651-463-7111 www.ci.farmington.mn.us 101 4th St. East Hastings, MN 55033 651-480-2350 www.ci.hastings.mn.us 8150 Barbara Av. Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 651-450-2500 www.ci.inver-grove-heights.mn.us 20195 Holyoke Av. Lakeville MN 55044-9177 952-985-4400 www.ci.lakeville.mn.us 1011 Sibley Memorial Hwy Lilydale, MN 55118 651-457-2316 www.lilydale.govoffice.com PO Box 50688 Mendota, MN 55150 651-454-0019 www.mendotamn.org 1101 Victoria Curve Mendota Heights, MN 55118 651-452-1850 www.mendota-heights.com 2875 - 145th St. West Rosemount, MN 55068 651-423-4411 www.ci.rosemount.mn.us 125 3rd Av.N South St. Paul, MN 55075 651-554-3200 www.southstpaul.org

Carver County

651-681-2300 www.sunfishlake.org

Chanhassen

West Saint Paul

7700 Market Blvd. Chanhassen MN 55317 952-227-1100 www.ci.chanhassen.mn.us

Chaska

One City Hill Plaza Chaska, MN 55318 952-448-9200 www.chaska.org

Waconia

201 S. Vine St. Waconia, MN 55387 952-442-3100 www.waconia.org

Watertown

309 Lewis Av. SW Watertown, MN 55388 952-955-2681 www.ci.watertown.mn.us

Victoria

7951 Rose St. Victoria, MN 55386 952-443-4210 www.ci.victoria.mn.us

Dakota County Apple Valley

7100 W 147th St. Apple Valley, MN 55124 952-953-2500 www.ci.apple-valley.mn.us

1616 Humboldt Av. West ST. Paul, MN 55118 651-552-4100 www.ci.west-saint-paul.mn.us

Goodhue County Red Wing

315 W 4th St. 651-385-3600 Redwing, MN 55066 www.ci.red-wing.mn.us

Hennepin County Bloomington

1800 W. Old Shakopee Rd. Bloomington MN 55431 952-563-8700 www.ci.bloomington.mn.us

Brooklyn Center

6301 Shingle Creek Pkwy. Brooklyn Center, Minnesota 55430 763-569-3300 www.ci.brooklyn-center.mn.us

Brooklyn Park

5200 85th Av. N Brooklyn Park, MN 55443 763-424-8000 www.brooklynpark.org

Champlin

11955 Champlin Dr. Champlin, MN 55316 763-421-8100 www.wi.champlin.mn.us

8200 County Rd. 116 Corcoran, MN 55340 763-420-2288 www.ci.corcoran.mn.us 4141 Douglas Dr. North Crystal, MN 55422 763-531-1000 www.ci.crystal.mn.us 12260 S. Diamond Lake Dayton, MN 55327 763-427-4589 www.ci.dayton.mn.us 8080 Mitchell Rd. Eden Prairie, Minnesota 55344 952-949-8300 www.ci.eden-prairie.mn.us 4801 W. 50th St. Edina, MN 55424 952-927-8861 www.ci.edina.mn.us

350 South Fifth St. Minneapolis, MN 55415 612-673-2100 www.ci.mpls.mn.us

Minnetonka

14600 Minnetonka Blvd. Minnetonka, MN 55345 952-939-8200 www.ci.minnetonka.mn.us

Minnetonka Beach

2945 Westwood Rd. Minnetonka Beach, MN 55361 952-471-8878 www.ci.minnetonka-beach.mn.us

7701 County Rd. 110W Minnetrista, MN 55364 925-446-1660 www.ci.minnetrista.mn.us 5341 Maywood Rd. Mound, MN 55364 952-472-0600 www.cityofmound.com 4401 Xylon Av. N New Hope, MN 55428 763-531-5100 www.ci.new-hope.mn.us 2750 Kelley Pkwy. Orono, MN 55356 952-249-4600 www.ci.orono.mn.us 415 Central Av. Osseo, MN 55369 763-425-2624 www.ci.osseo.mn.us

600 E Rice St. Wayzata, MN 55391 952-473-0234 www.wayzata.org

Ramsey County Arden Hills

1245 West Hwy. 96 Arden Hills, MN 55112 651-792-7800 www.ci.arden-hills.mn.us

Falcon Heights

2077 Larpenteur Av. W Falcon Heights, MN 55113-5594 651-792-7600 www.ci.falcon-heights.mn.us

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1891 Walnut St. Lauderdale, MN 55113 651-792-7650 www.ci.lauderdale.mn.us

Little Canada

515 Little Canada Rd. E Little Canada, MN 55117 651-766-4029 www.ci.little-canada.mn.us

Maplewood

1830 County Rd. B East Maplewood, MN 55109 651-249-2000 www.ci.maplewood.mn.us

Mounds View

2401 Hwy. 10 Moundsview, MN 55112 763-717-4000 www.ci.mounds-view.mn.us

New Brighton

803 Old Hwy 8 NW New Brighton, MN 55112 651-638-2100 www.ci.new-brighton.mn.us

North Oaks

100 Village Center Dr. Ste. 150 North Oaks, MN 55127 651-792-7750 www.cityofnorth-oaks.com

North Saint Paul

2400 Margaret St. North St. Paul, MN 55109 651-747-2400 www.ci.north-saint-paul.mn.us

Roseville

2660 Civic Center Dr. Roseville, MN 55113 651-792-7000 www.ci.roseville.mn.us

Saint Paul

15 Kellogg Blvd. West Saint Paul, MN 55102 651-266-8688 www.ci.stpaul.mn.us

Shoreview

4600 Victoria St.N Shoreview, MN 55126 651-490-4650 www.ci.shoreview.mn.us

Vadnais Heights

800 E. County Rd. E. Vadnais Heights, MN 55127 651-204-6000 www.ci.vadnais-heights.mn.us

White Bear Lake

4701 Hwy. 61 White Bear Lake, MN 55110 651-429-8526 www.ci.white-bear-lake.mn.us

Rice County Northfield

801 Washington St. Northfield, MN 55057 507-645-8833 www.ci.northfield.mn.us

Scott County Belle Plaine

218 N Meridian St. Belle Plaine, MN 65011 952-873-5553 www.belleplainmn.com

Elko-New Market

601 Main St. Elko New Market, MN 55054 952-461-2777 www.ci.elko.mn.us

Jordan

210 E First St. Jordan, MN 55352 952-492-2535 www.jordan.govoffice.com

New Prague

118 Central Av.N New Prague, MN 56071 952-758-4401 www.ci.new-prague.mn.us

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Prior Lake

4646 Dakota St. SE Prior Lake, MN 55372 952-447-9800 www.cityofpriorlake.com

Savage

6000 McCall Dr. Savage, MN 55378 952-882-2660 www.cityofsavage.com

Saint Paul Park

600 Portland Av. St. Paul Park, MN 55071 651-459-9785 www.stpaulpark.govoffice.com

Woodbury

8301 Valley Creek Rd. Woodbury, MN 55125 651-714-3500 www.ci.woodbury.mn.us

Carver County Chaska

11 Peavey Rd. Chaska, MN 55318 952-556-6100 www.district112.org

Norwood

Wright County

531 Morse St. Norwood, MN 55368 952-467-7000 www.central.k12.mn.us

Albertville

Waconia

Sherburne County

5959 Main Av. NE Albertville, MN 55301 763-497-3384 www.ci.albertville.mn.us

512 Industrial Blvd. Waconia, MN 55387 952-442-0600 www.waconia.k12.mn.us

Elk River

Buffalo

Watertown-Mayer

212 Central Av. NE Buffalo, MN 55313 763-682-1181 www.ci.buffalo.mn.us

1001 Hwy. 25 N.W. Watertown, MN 55388 952-955-0200 www.wm.k12.mn.us

Washington County

Delano

Also in Carver County: World Learner

Shakopee

129 S. Holmes St. Shakopee, MN 55379 952-233-9300 www.ci.shakopee.mn.us

13065 Orono Pkwy. Elk River, MN 55330 763-635-1000 www.ci.elk-river.mn.us

Afton

3033 St. Croix Trail S. Afton, MN 55001 651-436-5090 www.ci.afton.mn.us

Bayport

294 N Third St. Bayport, MN 55003 651-275-4404 www.bayport.govoffice.com

Cottage Grove

7516 80th St. South Cottage Grove, MN 55016 651-458-2800 www.cottage-grove.org

Dellwood

111 Wildwood Rd. Willernie, MN 55090 651-429-1356

Forest Lake

220 N Lake St. Forest Lake, MN 55025 651-464-3550 www.ci.forest-lake.mn.us

Hugo

14669 Fitzgerald Av.N Hugo, MN 55038 651-762-6300 www.ci.hugo.mn.us

Lake Elmo

3800 Laverne Av. N Lake Elmo, MN 55042 651-777-5510 www.lakeelmo.org

Lakeland

690 Quinnell Av. N Lakeland, MN 55043 651-436-4430 www.lakelandmn.com

Mahtomedi

600 Stillwater Rd. Mahtomedi, MN 55115 651-426-3344 www.ci.mahtomedi.mn.us

Marine on the St. Croix

121 Judd St. Marine on St. Croix, MN 55047 651-433-3636 www.marine.govoffice.com

Newport

596 7th Av. Newport, MN 55055 651-459-5677 www.newport.govoffice.com

Oakdale

1584 Hadley Av. N Oakdale, MN 55128 651-739-5086 www.ci.oakdale.mn.us

Oak Park Heights

14168 Oak Park Blvd. N Oak Park Heights, MN 55082 651-439-4439 www.cityofoakparkheights.com

Stillwater

216 N. Fourth St. Stillwater, MN 55082 651-430-8800 www.ci.stillwater.mn.us

205 Bridge Av. 763-972-0550 Delano, MN 55328 763-972-0550 www.delano.mn.us

Hanover

11250 5th ST. NE Hanover, MN 55341 763-497-3777 www.hanovermn.org

Otsego

8899 Nashua Av. NE Otsego, MN 55330 763-441-4414 www.ci.otsego.mn.us

St. Michael

3150 Lander Av. NE St. Michael, MN 55376 763-497-2041 www.ci.st-michael.mn.us

112050 Hundertmark Rd. Chaska, MN 55318 952-368-7398 www.worldlearnerschool.com

Liberty High Charter School

PACT Charter School

Dakota County Burnsville-Eagan-Savage

Centennial

Eagan-Mendota Heights-West St. Paul

Fridley

6000 West Moore Lake Dr. Fridley, MN 55432 763-502-5000 www.fridley.k12.mn.us

St. Francis

4115 Ambassador Blvd. NW St. Francis, MN 55070 763-753-7040 www.stfrancis.k12.mn.us

Spring Lake Park

8000 Hwy. 65 N.E. Spring Lake Park, MN 55432 763-786-5570 www.splkpark.k12.mn.us

Also in Anoka County: Cygnus Academy 440 pierce St. Anoka, MN 55303 763-323-0166 www.cygnusacademy.org

Elk River

327 King Av. Elk River, MN 55330 763-241-3400 www.elkriver.k12.mn.us

River Heights Charter School 60 E. Marie Av. West Saint Paul, MN 55118 651-457-7427 www.riverheightscharter.org

Sobriety High

12156 Nicollet Av. South Burnsville, MN 55337 952-277-0809 www.sobrietyhigh.org

Tarek Ibn Ziyad

4100 E. 66th St. Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 651-457-7072 www.tizacademy.com

Goodhue County Red Wing

Bloomington

11288 Robinson Dr. N.W. Coon Rapids, MN 55433 763-862-9223 www.crlc.charter.k12.mn.us

Anoka-Hennepin

1400 N.E. 49th Av. Columbia Heights, MN 55421 763-528-4500 www.colheights.k12.mn.us

7200 147th St. West Apple Valley, MN 55124 952-953-6200 www.paideiaacademy.org

Northwest Passage High School

Anoka County

Columbia Heights

Paideia Academy

2451 Eagle Ridge Dr. Red Wing, MN 55066 651-385-4500 www.redwing.k12.mn.us

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

4707 North Rd. Cir. Pines, MN 55014 763-792-6000 www.centennial.k12.mn.us

104 5th Av. S. South St. Paul, MN 55075 651-457-9400 www.sspps.org Also in Dakota County:

Northtown Mall 308 Northtown Dr. Blaine, MN 55434 763-786-4799 www.libertyhigh.us

7250 E Ramsey Pkwy Ramsey, MN 55303 763-712-4200 www.pact.charter.k12.mn.us

11299 Hanson Blvd. N.W. Coon Rapids, MN 55433 763-506-1000 www.anoka.k12.mn.us

South Saint Paul

100 River Ridge Ct. Burnsville, MN 55337 952-707-2000 www.isd191.org

1897 Delaware Av. Mendota Heights, MN 55118 651-681-2300 www.isd197.k12.mn.us

Farmington

421 Walnut St. Farmington, MN 55024 651-463-5000 www.farmington.k12.mn.us

Hastings

1000 11th St. W. Hastings, MN 55033 651-437-6111 www.hastings.k12.mn.us

Intermediate District 917 1300 145th St. East, Rosemount, MN 55068-7768 651-423-8227 www.isd917.k12.mn.us

Inver Grove Heights

2990 E. 80th St. Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 651-306-7800 www.invergrove.k12.mn.us

Lakeville

8670 W. 210th St. Lakeville, MN 55044 952-469-7100 www.isd194.k12.mn.us

Randolph

29110 Davisson Av. Randolph, MN 55065 507-263-2151 www.randolph.k12.mn.us

Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan 14445 Diamond Path W. Rosemount, MN 55068 651-423-7700 www.isd196.k12.mn.us

Hennepin County 1350 W. 106th St. Bloomington, MN 55431 952-681-6400 www.bloomington.k12.mn.us

Brooklyn Center

6500 Humboldt Av. N. Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 763-561-2120 www.brookcntr.k12.mn.us

Eden Prairie

8100 School Rd. Eden Prairie, MN 55344 952-975-7000 www.edenpr.k12.mn.us

Edina

5701 Normandale Rd. Edina, MN 55424 952-848-3900 www.edina.k12.mn.us

Hopkins

1001 Hwy. 7 Hopkins, MN 55305 952-988-4000 www.hopkins.k12.mn.us

Intermediate School District 287 1820 North Xenium Lane Plymouth, MN 55441 763-559-3535 www.district287.org

Minneapolis

807 Broadway N.E. Minneapolis, MN 55413 612-668-0000 www.mpls.k12.mn.us

Minnetonka

5621 Co. Rd. 101 Minnetonka, MN 55345 952-401-5000 www.minnetonka.k12.mn.us

Orono

685 Old Crystal Bay Rd. N. Long Lake, MN 55356 952-449-8300 www.orono.k12.mn.us

Osseo

11200 N. 93rd Av. Maple Grove, MN 55369 763-391-7000 www.district279.org

Richfield

7001 Harriet Av. S. Richfield, MN 55423 612-798-6000 www.richfield.k12.mn.us

Listings | Welcome! Robbinsdale

4148 Winnetka Av. N. New Hope, MN 55427 763-504-8000 www.rdale.k12.mn.us

Rockford

6051 Ash St. P.O. Box 9 Rockford, MN 55373 763-477-9165 www.rockford.k12.com

St. Anthony-New Brighton 3303 N.E. 33rd Av. St. Anthony, MN 55418 612-706-1000 www.stanthony.k12.mn.us

St. Louis Park

6425 W. 33rd St. St. Louis Park, MN 55426 952-928-6000 www.stlpark.k12.mn.us

Wayzata

210 Co. Rd. 101 N. Wayzata, MN 55391 763-745-5000 www.wayzata.k12.mn.us

Westonka

Four Directions

1113 W. Broadway Minneapolis, MN 55411 612-588-0183 www.fourdirectionsschool.org

Fraser Academy

1601 Laurel Av. Minneapolis, MN 55403 612-465-8600 www.fraseracademy.org

Friendship Academy of Fine Arts 310 E. 38th St. Minneapolis, MN 55409 612-879-6703 www.friendshipacademy.org

Harvest Preparatory School 1300 Olson Memorial Hwy. N. Minneapolis, MN 55411 612-381-9743 www.seedharvest.org

Heart of the Earth Charter School 1209 4th St. S.E. Minneapolis, MN 55414 612-331-8862 www.americanindianeducation.org

International Spanish Language Academy

5901 Sunnyfield Rd. E. Minnetrista, MN 55364 952-491-8007 www.westonka.k12.mn.us

12007 Excelsior Blvd. Minnetonka, MN 55343 952-746-6020 www.isla.k12.mn.us

Also in Hennepin County: Ascension Academy

Kaleidoscope Charter School

1704 Dupont Av. N. Minneapolis, MN 55441 612-465-8121 www.ascensionacademy.net

Augsburg Fairview Academy for Health Careers 730 Hennepin Av. Minneapolis, MN 55403 612-333-1614 www.afa.tc

Aurora Charter School

1910 Chicago Av. S. Minneapolis, MN 55404 612-649-5495 www.geocities.com/auroracharterschool

Beacon Academy

12325 Hwy 55 Plymouth, MN 55441 763-546-9999 www.beaconacademy.com

Cedar Riverside

Community School 1610 Sixth St. S., Ste 100 Minneapolis, MN 55454 612-339-5767 www.geocities.com/crcsmpls

Dunwoody Academy

1300 Olson Memorial Hwy. Minneapolis, MN 55411 612-381-8265 www.dunwoodyacademy.org

Eagle Ridge Academy

7255 Flying Cloud Dr. Eden Prairie, MN 55344 952-746-7760 www.eagleridgeacademy.org

El Colegio Charter School 4137 Bloomington Av. S. Minneapolis, MN 55407 612-728-5728 www.el-colegio.org

ELOM International Academy 9060 Zanzibar Lane North Maple Grove, MN 55311 763-221-6634 www.elomacademy.org

Emily O. Goodridge Greay Accelerated Charter School 3400 Dupont Av. S. Minneapolis, MN 55408 612-238-0788 www.emilygreyschool.org

Excell Academy for Higher Learning 6510 Zane Av. N. Ste. 107 Brooklyn Park, MN 55429 763-553-0500 www.excellacademy.org

21755 129 Av. N. Rogers, MN 55374 763-428-1890 www.kaleidoscopecharter.org

Learning For Leadership

3300 5th St. NE Minneapolis, MN 55418 612-789-9598 www.learningforleadership.org

Lighthouse Academy of Nations 2600 26th Av.S Minneapolis, MN 55406 612-722-2555 www.lighthouse.charter.k12.mn.us

Lincoln International High School 730 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN 55403 612-872-8690 www.lincolnhs.org

Long Tieng Academy

1781 Washington Av. N. Minneapolis, MN 55411 612-522-0141 www.longtiengacademy.org

LoveWorks Academy

2225 Zenith Av. N. Golden Valley, MN 55422 763-522-6830 www.loveworksacademy.org

Main St. School of Performing Arts 1320 Main St. Hopkins, MN 55343 952-224-1340 www.performing-arts-school.org

Metropolitan Learning Alliance 141 East Broadway Bloomington, MN 55425 952-858-9170 www.mpls.k12.mn.us

Minneapolis Academy

Minnesota Transitions Charter School 2526 S. 27th Av. Minneapolis, MN 55406 612-728-8915 www.mtcs.org

New City School

229 13 Av. N Minneapolis, MN 55413 612-623-3309 www.newcitycharterschool.org

New Millennium Academy

1203 Bryant Av. N. Minneapolis, MN 55411-4085 612-377-6260 www.newmillenniumacademy.org

New Visions School

1800 Second St. N. E. Minneapolis, MN 55418 612-789-1236 www.newvisionsschool.com

Noble Academy

6717 85th Av. N. Brooklyn Park, MN 55443 763-255-2460 www.nobelacademy.us

Odyssey Charter School 6201 Noble Av. N. Brooklyn Center, MN 55429 763-971-8200 www.odysseycharter.org

Partnership Academy 305 E. 77th St. Richfield, MN 55423 612-866-3630 www.paschool.org

Perpich Center for Arts Education 6125 Olson Memorial Hwy Golden Valley, MN 55422 763-591-4700 www.pcae.k12.mn.us

Prairie Seeds Academy

2201 Girard Av. N. Minneapolis, MN 55411 612-302-8555 www.prairieseedsacademy.org

Sage Academy Charter School 3900 85 Av. N Brooklyn Park, MN 55443 763-315-4020 www.sageacademy.org

Seven Hills Classical Academy 8600 Bloomington Av. S. Bloomington, MN 55425 952-426-6000 www.sevenhillsacademy.com

Sojourner Truth Academy

3870 Emerson Av. Minneapolis, MN 55412 612-588-3599 www.sojournertruthacademy.org

Southside Family Charter School 2123 Clinton Av. S. Minneapolis, MN 55404 612-872-8322

Stonebridge Community School

4 West Franklin Av. Minneapolis, MN 55404 612-877-7400 www.stonebridgecommunityschool.org

Twin Cities International Elementary School

5011 31st Av. S. Minneapolis, MN 55417 612-455-1340

3400 Dupont Av. S. Minneapolis, MN 55408 612-821-6470 www.twincitiesinternationalschool.org

Minnesota Internship Center

Ubah Medical Academy

1313 Fifth St. SE Minneapolis, MN 55414 612-379-3900 www.mnic.org

Minnesota Online High School c/o University Technology Center 1313 5th St. SE Minneapolis, MN 55414 612-227-8499 www.mnohs.org

277 North 12th Av. Minneapolis, MN 55401 612-465-8465 www.ubahmedicalacademy.org

Watershed High School

2344 Nicollet Av. S., Suite 200 Minneapolis, MN 55404 612-871.4363 www.watershedhs.org

Wooden Institute for Student Excellence (WISE) 2620 Russel Av. N. Minneapolis, MN 55411 612-522-4022 www.wiseschool.org

Also Serving Portions of Hennepin County: Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose 214 First Av. N.E. Buffalo, MN 55313 763-682-5200 www.buffalo.k12.mn.us

Delano

700 Elm Av. E. Delano, MN 55328 763-972-3365 www.delano.k12.mn.us

Elk River

327 King Av. Elk River, MN 55330 763-241-3400 www.elkriver.k12.mn.us

Ramsey County Mounds View

350 Hwy. 96 W. Shoreview, MN 55126 651-639-6118 www.moundsview.k12.mn.us

North Saint Paul-MaplewoodOakdale 2520 East 12th Av. North St. Paul, MN 55109 651-748-7622 www.isd622.org

Roseville

1251 Co. Rd. B-2 W. Roseville, MN 55113 651-635-1600 www.roseville.k12.mn.us

Saint Paul

360 Colborne St. St. Paul, MN 55102 651-767-8110 www.stpaul.k12.mn.us

White Bear Lake

4855 Bloom Av. White Bear Lake, MN 55110 651-407-7500 www.whitebear.k12.mn.us

Also in Ramsey County: Academia Cesar Chavez

1800 Ames Av. St. Paul, MN 55119 651-778-2940 www.cesarchavezschool.com

Academy of BioScience Charter School 400 10th St. NW New Brighton, MN 55112 763-571-5039 www.academyofbioscience.com

Academy for Sciences & Agriculture 100 Vadnais Blvd. Vadnais Heights, MN 55127 651-209-3910 www.agacademy.com

Achieve Language Academy 2169 Stillwater Av. St. Paul, MN 55119 651-738-4875 www.spps.org

Avalon Charter School 1745 University Av. St. Paul, MN 55104 651-649-5495 www.avalonschool.org

BlueSky Charter School 33 Wentworth Av. E. West St. Paul, MN 55118 651-642-0888 www.blueskyschool.org

City Academy High School 958 Jessie St. St. Paul, MN 55130 651-298-4624 www.cityacademy.org

Community of Peace Academy 471 Magnolia Av. E. St. Paul, MN 55101 651-776-5151 www.cpa.charter.k12.mn.us

Community School of Excellence

1330 Blair Av. N St. Paul, MN 55104 651-917-0073 www.communityschoolofexcellence.org

Concordia Creative Learning Academy 930 Geranium Av. E. St. Paul, MN 55106 651-793-6624 www.cclaonline.org

Cyber Village Academy 1336 Energy Park Dr. St. Paul, MN 55108 651-523-7170 www.cva.k12.mn.us

Dugsi Academy

1821 University Av. W. St. Paul, MN 55104 651-642-0667 www.dugsiacademy.org

Face to Face Academy 1165 Arcade St. St. Paul, MN 55106 651-772-5555 www.face2face.org

General John Vessey Jr. Leadership Academy 35 E. Wentworth Av. West St. Paul, MN 55118 651-776-8786 www.vesseyacademy.org

Great River School

1326 Energy Park Dr. St. Paul, MN 55108 651-305-2780 www.greatriverschool.org

Higher Ground Academy 1381 Marshall St. Paul, MN 55104 651-645-1000 www.hgacademy.org

High School for Recording Arts 550 Vandalia St. St. Paul, MN 55114 651-287-0890 www.hsra.org

Hmong Academy

1515 Brewster St. St. Paul, MN 55108 651-209-8002 www.hmongacademy.org

HOPE Community Academy 720 Payne Av. St. Paul, MN 55101 651-796-4500 www.hope-school.org

Jennings Experiential High School 2455 University Av. W. St. Paul, MN 55114 651-649-5403 www.jehs.org

Metro Deaf School

289 Fifth St. E. St. Paul, MN 55101 651-224-3995 www.metrodeafschool.org

Minnesota Academy for Technology 333 Sibley St. St. Paul, MN 55101 651-389-0654 www.mnacademytech.org

Minnesota North Star Academy 1669 N. Arcade St. St. Paul, MN 55106 651-771-2000 www.mnnorthstaracademy.org

New Spirit School

643 Virginia St. St. Paul, MN 55103 651-225-9177 www.newspiritschool.com

Nova Classical Academy 1668 Montreal Av. St. Paul, MN 55116 651-227-8622 www.novaclassical.org

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Skills for Tomorrow High School 547 Wheeler St. N. St. Paul, MN 55104 651-647-6000 www.skillsfortomorrow.org

Sobriety High School 2233 University Av. St. Paul, MN 55114 651-773-8378 www.sobrietyweb.org

Twin Cities Academy 486 View St. St. Paul, MN 55102 651-205-4797 www.tca.k12.mn.us

Twin Cities German Immersion School 1399 Eustis St. St. Paul, MN 55108 651-492-7106 www.germanschool-mn.org

Washington County Forest Lake

6100 N. 210th St. Forest Lake, MN 55025 651-982-8100 www.forestlake.k12.mn.us

Mahtomedi

1520 Mahtomedi Av. Mahtomedi, MN 55115 651-407-2000 www.mahtomedi.k12.mn.us

South Washington County 7362 E. Point Douglas Rd. S. Cottage Grove, MN 55016 651-458-6300 www.sowashco.k12.mn.us

Stillwater

1875 Greeley St. S. Stillwater, MN 55082 651-351-8340 www.stillwater.k12.mn.us

Also in Washington County: Lakes International Language Academy

Urban Academy

246 11th Av. SE Forest Lake, MN 55025 651-464-0771 www.lakesinternational.org

Yinghua Academy

8430 Woodbury Crossing Woodbury, MN 55125 651-578-7507 www.mnmsa.org

133 E. 7th St. St. Paul, MN 55101 651-215-9419 www.urbanacademymn.org 1355 Pierce Butler Route St. Paul, MN 55104 651-379-4112 www.yinghuaacademy.org

Rice County Northfield

1440 Division St. S. Northfield, MN 55057 507-663-0600 www.nfld.k12.mn.us

Also in Rice County: ARTech Charter School 1719 Cannon Rd. Northfield, MN 55057 507 663-8806 www.artech.k12.mn.us

Prairie Creek Community School

Math and Science Academy

New Heights Charter School 614 Mulberry St. W. Stillwater, MN 55082 651-439-1962 www.newheightsschool.com

North Lakes Academy Charter Middle School 255B NW 7th Av. Forest Lake, MN 55025 651-982-2773 www.northlakesacademy.org

St. Croix Preparatory Academy 216 West Myrtle St. Stillwater, MN 55082 651-379-6160 www.stcroixprep.org

Valley Crossing Community School

27695 Denmark Av. Northfield, MN 55057 507-645-9640 www.prairiecreek.org

9900 Park Crossing Dr. Woodbury, MN 55125 651-702-5700 www.vc.k12.mn.us

Scott County

Wright County

Kaleidoscope Charter School

Totino Grace High

St. Joseph Catholic School

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Trinity Lutheran

St. Mark Lutheran

7525 Kalland Av. Otsego, MN 55301 763-428-1890 www.kaleidoscopecharter.org

Anoka County Al-Amal School

1401 Gardena Av. N.E. Fridley, MN 55432 763-571-8886 www.al-amal.org

Anoka Seventh Day Adventist 1035 Lincoln St. Anoka, MN 55303 763-421-6710 www.anokasdachurch.org

Calvin Christian School 8966 Pierce Av. N.E. Blaine, MN 55434 763-785-0135 www.calvinchristian.org

Coon Rapids Baptist

11164 Hanson Blvd. Coon Rapids, MN 55433 763-755-3549 www.coonrapidsbaptist.org

Cross of Christ Lutheran 9931 Foley Blvd. N.W. Coon Rapids, MN 55433 763-786-0637 www.crossofchrist.us

Epiphany Education Center 11001 Hanson Blvd. Coon Rapids, MN55433 763-754-1750 www.epiphanymn.org

Grace Lutheran

460 75th Av. N.E. Fridley, MN 55432 651-784-6340 www.clcgracelutheranchurch.org

Immaculate Conception

4053 Quincy St. N.E. Columbia Heights, MN 55421 763-788-9065 www.imac-church.org

Little Voyageur’s Montessori

1515 44th Av. NE Columbia Heights, MN 55421 763-788-0889 www.lvms-school.com/home.html

Meadow Creek Christian

Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose

3037 Bunker Lk. Blvd.N.W. Andover, MN 55304 763-427-4595 www.meadowcreek.com

220 Market St. S. Belle Plaine, MN 56011 952-873-2400 www.belleplaine.k12.mn.us

214 First Av. N.E. Buffalo, MN 55313 763-682-5200 www.buffalo.k12.mn.us

Jordan

Delano (879)

1333 5th Av. S. Anoka, MN 55303 763-323-0741 www.mnrenaissanceschool.com

500 Sunset Dr. Jordan, MN 55352 952-492-6200 www.jordan.k12.mn.us

700 Elm Av. E. Delano, MN 55328 763-972-3365 www.delano.k12.mn.us

New Prague

Rockford

700 Western St. Anoka, MN 55303 763-421-9048 www.mtolive-anoka.org

Belle Plaine (716)

301 Lexington Av. S. New Prague, MN 56071 952-758-1700 www.np.k12.mn.us

6051 Ash St. Rockford, MN 55373 763-477-9165 www.rockford.k12.mn.us

Prior Lake-Savage

St. Michael Albertville

PO Box 539 Prior Lake, MN 55372 952-226-0000 www.priorlake-savage.k12.mn.us

11343 50th St. NE Albertville, MN 55301 763-497-3180 www.stma.k12.mn.us

Shakopee

Also in Wright County: Elk River

505 Holmes St. S. Shakopee, MN 55379 952-496-5000 www.shakopee.k12.mn.us

Sherburne County Elk River

327 King Av. Elk River, MN 55330 763-241-3400 www.elkriver.k12.mn.us

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Rockford

6051 Ash St. Rockford, MN 55373 763-477-9165 www.rockford.k12.mn.us

Minnesota Renaissance School

Mount Olive

Northside Christian School (Blaine campus) 804 131st Av. N.E. Blaine, MN 55434 763-755-4800 www.northsideconnection.org

Prince of Peace Lutheran School 7700 Monroe St. N.E. Spring Lake Park, MN 55432 763-786-1755 www.princeofpeacelutheranschool.org

St. Francis Christian 22940 St. Francis Blvd. St. Francis, MN 55070 763-753-1230

St. Stephen

506 Jackson St. Anoka, MN 55303 763-421-3236 www.ststephenchurch.org/school

1350 Gardena Av. N.E. Fridley, MN 55432 763-571-9116 www.totinograce.org Box 700 St. Francis, MN 55070 763-753-1234 www.trinitysf.org

Woodcrest Baptist Academy

6875 University Av. N.E. Fridley, MN 55432 763-571-6410 www.woodcrestbaptistacademy.org

Zion Lutheran

7515 269th Av. N.W. St. Francis, MN 55070 763-856-2099 www.zionlutherancrown.com

Carver County Chapel Hill Academy 306 W. 78th St. Chanhassen, MN 55317 952-949-9014 www.chapel-hill.org

Emanuel Lutheran

18155 Co. Rd. 50 Hamburg, MN 55339 952-467-2780 www.elchamburg.org/els

Goddard School

7805 Great Plains Blvd. Chanhassen, MN 55317 952-934-3221 www.goddardschool.com

Guardian Angels

217 W. Second St. Chaska, MN 55318 952-448-2562 www.gachaska.org/schoolhome

Holy Family Catholic High School 8101 Kochia Lane Victoria, MN 55386 952-443-4659 www.hfchs.org

Jonathan Montessori

112050 Hundertmark Rd. Chaska, MN 55318 952-448-5232

La Petite Academy

1430 Park Ct. Chanhassen, MN 55317 952-470-0188 www.lapetite.com

Mayer Lutheran High 305 N.E. 5th St. Mayer, MN 55360 952-657-2251 www.lhsmayer.mn.org

Minnesota Valley Baptist 12575 Co. Rd. 43 Chaska, MN 55318 952-368-7088 www.mnvbc.org

Southwest Christian High School 103 Peavy Rd. Chaska, MN 55318 952-556-0040 www.swchs.org

41 E. First St. Waconia, MN 55387 952 442-4671 www.stjosephwaconia.org 211 Adams Av. S. New Germany, MN 55367 952-353-2464

Trinity Lutheran

601 E. 2nd St. Waconia, MN 55387 952-442-4165 www.trinitywaconia.org/school

Zion Lutheran

14715 Co. Rd 153 Cologne, MN 55332 952-466-3379 www.zioncologne.org

Zion Lutheran

209 Bluejay Av. Mayer, MN 55360 952-657-2566 www.zionmayer.org

Dakota County All Saints Catholic School 19795 Holyoke Av. Lakeville, MN 55044 952-469-3332 www.allsaintschurch.com

All-Star Montessori

5920 148th St. W., Suite 220 Apple Valley, MN 55124 952-432-2422

Becks Montessori

1985 Diffley Rd. Eagan, MN 55122 651-686-7984 www.becksmontessori.com

Berea Lutheran

9308 Rich Valley Blvd. Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 651-454-1915 www.clclutheran.org/berea

Berean Education Center 309 E. Co. Rd. 42 Burnsville, MN 55306 952-432-3799 www.bereanbaptist.com

Christian Heritage Academy 17297 Glacier Way Lakeville, MN 55044 952-953-4155 www.chacademy.com

Christian Life

6300 212th St. W. Farmington, MN 55024 651-463-4545 www.christianlifeag.org

Convent of the Visitation 2455 Visitation Dr. St. Paul, MN 55120 651-683-1700 www.visitation.com

Crown of Life Lutheran 115 Crusader Av. W. St. Paul, MN 55118 651-451-3832 www.crownoflife.org

St. Bernard

Faithful Shepherd Catholic School

t. Hubert’s Catholic School

First Baptist

St. John’s Lutheran

Good Shepherd Lutheran

St. John’s Lutheran

Holy Trinity

300 Church St. E. Cologne, MN 55332 952-466-5917 www.st-bernard-cologne.org 8201 Main St. Chanhassen, MN 55317 952-934-6003 www.sthubert.org

27 First St. N.W. Young America, MN 55397 952-467-3461 www.sjsnya.org 300 E. 4th St. Chaska, MN 5531 952-448-2526 stjohns-chaska.ctsmemberconnect.net

3355 Columbia Dr. Eagan, MN 55121 651-406-4747 www.fscsmn.org

14400 Diamond Path W. Rosemount, MN 55068 651-423-2271 www.fbcrsmt.org 151 E.Co. Rd. 42 Burnsville, MN 55306 952-953-0690 www.goodshep.com

745 6th Av. S. S. St. Paul, MN 55075 651-455-8557 www.holytrinitys.org

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St. John’s Lutheran School

Calvary Memorial

Groves Academy

Pine Harbor Christian Academy

St. Joseph’s Catholic School

Calvary United Pentecostal Academy

Heritage Christian Academy

4300 Nicols Rd. Eagan, MN 55122 651-456-0001 www.livingwordaflc.org

11125 W. Pt. Douglas Rd., Hastings, MN 55033 651-437-9770 www.theharborchurch.com

Ramalynn Montessor 15004 Glazier Av. Apple Valley, MN 55124 952-921-6500 www.ramalynn.org

Southview Christian School 15304 Co Rd 5 Burnsville, MN 55306 952-898-2727

St. Croix Lutheran High School 1200 Oakdale Av. W. St. Paul, MN 55118 651-455-1521 www.sclhs.org

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School 600 Tyler St. Hastings, MN 55033 651-437-3098 schoolweb.seasparish.org

St. John the Baptist 111 Main St. W. Vermillion, MN 55085 651-437-2644 www.stjohnb.com

St. John Vianney

1815 Bromley St. S. St. Paul, MN 55075 651-355-8395 www.stjohnvianneych.org

St. Joseph’s Catholic

14355 S. Robert Tr. Rosemount, MN 55068 651-423-1658 www.stjosephcommunity.org

St. Joseph

1138 Seminole Av. W. W. St. Paul, MN 55118 651-457-8550 www.churchofstjoseph.org

St. Mary’s Catholic School 8433 239th St. E. New Trier, MN 55031 651-437-5546

St. Mathias

23335 Northfield Blvd. Hampton, MN 55031 651-437-5282 www.stmathias.com

St. Michael

335 E. Hurley St. W. St. Paul, MN 55118 651-457-2510 www.stmichaelweststpaul.org

St. Thomas Academy

421 East Av. Red Wing, 55066 651-388-2611 www.stlutheransonline.com/stjohnrw 469 W. 12th St. Red Wing, MN 55066 651-388-9493 www.stjosephsschoolredwing.org

Hennepin County Academy of Holy Angels 6600 Nicollet Av. Richfield, MN 55423 612-798-2600 www.ahastars.org

Annunciation

525 W. 54th St. Minneapolis, MN 55419 612-823-4394 www.annunciationmsp.org/school

Ascension

1726 Dupont Av. N. Minneapolis, MN 55411 612-521-3609 www.ascensionschoolmn.org

Bais Yaakov High School 4221 Sunset Blvd. St. Louis Park, MN 55416 952-915-9117

Benilde-St. Margaret’s 2501 Hwy. 100 S. St. Louis Park, MN 55416 952-927-4176 www.bsm-online.org

Bethany Academy

4300 West 98th St. Bloomington, MN 55438 952-831-8686 www.bethanyacademy.org

Blake Lower School (Highcroft Campus) 301 Peavey Ln. Wayzata, MN 55391 952-988-3550 www.blakeschool.org

Blake Lower School (Hopkins Campus) 110 S. Blake Rd. Hopkins, MN 55343 952-988-3500 www.blakeschool.org

Blake Middle School 110 S. Blake Rd. Hopkins, MN 55343 952-988-3420 www.blakeschool.org

Blake Upper School

2950 Hwy. 55 Eagan, MN 55121 651-454-1139 www.triniyloneoak.org

10600 Bloomington Ferry Rd. Bloomington, MN 55438 952-941-9047 www.bllhschool.org

Goodhue County

Breck

Red Wing Christian Academy 420 West 3rd St. Red Wing, MN 55066 651-388-3541

Calvin Christian - Edina Middle School 5300 France Av. South Edina, MN 55410 952-285-6791 www.calvinchristian.org

123 Ottawa Av. N. Golden Valley, MN 55422 763-381-8100 www.breckschool.org

Bryant Av. Baptist

5601 Bryant Av. S. Minneapolis, MN 55419 612-866-2460 www.bryantave.com

3200 Hwy. 100 S. St. Louis Park, MN 55416 952-920-6377 www.grovesacademy.org 15655 Bass Lake Rd. Maple Grove, MN 55331 763-463-2200 www.heritageweb.org

Holy Family Academy

5925 W. Lake St. St. Louis Park, MN 55416 952-925-9193 www.holyfamilyacademy.cc

Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic School 13505 Excelsior Blvd. Minnetonka, MN 55345 952-935-0004 www.ihmcs.org

Calvin Christian High School

International Montessori Academy

Calvin Christian - Blaine K-8

International School of Minnesota

Carondelt Catholic School (Lower Campus, K-2)

King of Grace Lutheran

755 73rd Av. NE Fridely, MN 55432 763-531-1732 www.calvinchristian.org 8966 Pierce St. NE Blaine, MN 55434 763-785-0135 www.calvinchristian.org

2900 W. 44th St. Minneapolis, MN 55410 612-920-8504 www.carondeltcatholicschool.com

Carondelt Catholic School (Upper Campus, 3-8) 3210 W. 51st St. Minneapolis, MN 55410 612-927-8673 www.carondeltcatholicschool.com

Cedarcrest Academy 6950 W. Fish Lake Rd. Maple Grove, MN 55311 763-494-5387 www.cedarcrest.org

City of the Lakes Waldorf School 2344 Nicollet Av. Minneapolis, MN 55404 612-874-0264 www.clws.org

Concordia Academy Bloomington 8201 Park Av. Bloomington, MN 55420 952-854-0224 www.lutheranhighschool.com

Edina Montessori

Bloomington Lutheran

1805 Bush St. Red Wing, MN 55066 651-388-3839 www.lutheransonline.com

4015 Inglewood Av. S. Edina, MN 55416 952-927-5304 www.calvinchristian.org

Blessed Trinity Catholic School

Trinity Lone Oak Lutheran

Concordia Immanual Lutheran

Calvin Christian - Edina K-5 Campus

De La Salle

3800 Tesseract Pl. Eagan, MN 55122 651-454-0604 www.tesseractschool.net

Tesseract

8800 Nicollet Av. Bloomington, MN 55420 952-888-0215

(Northrop Campus) 511 Kenwood Pkwy. Minneapolis, MN 55403 952-988-3700 www.blakeschool.org Richfield, MN 55423 Penn Campus -PreK-Grade 3 7540 Penn Av. S. 612-866-6906 Nicollet Campus Grades 4-8 6720 Nicollet Av. S. 612-869-5200 preK-Grade 8 childcare www.btcsmn.org

949 Mendota Heights Rd. St. Paul, MN 55120 651-454-4570 www.cadets.com

2420 Dunwoody Av. Navarre, MN 55391 952-471-0023 www.cmcschool.com

1 De La Salle Dr. Minneapolis, MN 55401 612-676-7675 www.delasalle.com 6133 Kellogg Av. S. Edina, MN 55424 952-929-0506

Evergreen Montessori

6700 46th Place North Crystal, MN 55428 763-535-3553 www.evergreenmontessori.com

FAIR School

3915 Adair Av. N. Crystal, MN 55422 763-971-4500 www.wmep.k12.mn.us/fair

Flagship Academy 12325 Hwy 55 Plymouth, MN 55441 763-543-8643

Fourth Baptist Christian School 900 Forestview Ln. N. Plymouth, MN 55441 763-417-8200 www.fourthbaptist.org

Good Shepherd School 145 Jersey Av. S. Golden Valley, MN 55426 763-545-4285 www.gsgvschool.org

10801 Normandale Blvd. S. Bloomington, MN 55437 952-881-1717 www.abcinternationalmontessori.org 6385 Beach Rd. Eden Prairie, MN 55344 952-918-1800 www.ism-sabis.net

6000 Duluth St. Golden Valley, MN 55422 763-546-3131 www.kog-els.org

Lake Country

3755 Pleasant Av. S. Minneapolis, MN 55409 612-827-3707 www.lakecountryschool.org

Life Academy

2201 W. 108th St. Bloomington, MN 55431 952-884-3181 www.lifeacademymn.org

Little Flowers Montessori 5224 Minnetonka Blvd. St. Louis Park, MN 55416 952-925-3876 www.littleflowers-mn.org

Maranatha Christian Academy

9201 75th Av. N. Brooklyn Park, MN 55428 612-588-2850 www.maranathachristianacademy.org

Mary Queen of Peace

21201 Church Av. Rogers, MN 55374 763-428-2585 www.mqpcatholicschool.org

Metropolitan Open School 3390 Library Lane St. Louis Park, MN 55426 952-926-5552 www.metroopenschool.org

Minneapolis Jewish Day School 4330 Cedar Lake Rd. St. Louis Park, MN 55416 952-381-3500 www.mjds.net

Minnehaha Academy South Campus (mid and lower) 42nd St. & W. River Rd. Minneapolis, MN 55406 612-721-3359 www.MinnehahaAcademy.net

Minnehaha Academy

10150 Xerxes Av. Bloomington, MN 55431 952-806-0066 www.MinnehahaAcademy.net

Minnehaha Academy

(upper) 3100 W. River Pkwy. Minneapolis, MN 55406 612-729-8321 www.MinnehahaAcademy.net

Minnetonka Christian Academy 3500 Williston Rd. Minnetonka, MN 55345 952-935-4497 www.mca-sad.com

Most Holy Trinity

3946 Wooddale Av. S. St. Louis Park, MN 55416 952-926-2222 www.mostholytrinity.org

Mt. Calvary Lutheran 6541 16th Av. S. Richfield, MN 55423 612-869-9441 www.mtcalvaryedu.org

Mt. Hope-Redemption 927 E. Old Shakopee Rd. Bloomington, MN 55420 952-881-0036 www.mhreagles.com

Mt. Hope-Redemption

3601 W. Old Shakopee Rd. Bloomington, MN 55431 952-888-1303 www.mt-hope.org/school

Nativity of Mary

9901 E. Bloomington Frwy. Bloomington, MN 55420 952-881-8160

Odyssey Charter School 6201 Noble Av. N. Brooklyn Center, MN 55429 763-533-1646 www.odysseycharter.org

Our Lady of Grace 5051 Eden Av. Edina, MN 55436 952-929-5463 www.olgschool.net

Our Lady of Peace

5435 11th Av. S. Minneapolis, MN 55417 612-824-3455 wwww.olpmn.org

Our Lady of the Lake

2411 Commerce Blvd. Mound, MN 55364 952-472-1284 www.ourladyofthelake.com

Our Savior’s Lutheran

23290 Hwy. 7 Excelsior, MN 55331 952-474-0273 www.oslcs.org/onlineministry/school

Pilgrim Lutheran

3901 First Av. Minneapolis, MN 55409 612-825-5375 www.pilgrimonline.net

Pope John Paul Catholic School 1630 4th St. N.E. Minneapolis, MN 55413 612-789-8851

Providence Academy

15100 Schmidt Lake Rd. Plymouth, MN 55446 763-258-2500 www.providenceacademy.org

Redeemer Lutheran 115 Wayzata Blvd. Wayzata, MN 55391 952-473-5356

Ramalynn Montessori Academy 8800 Queen Av. S. Bloomington, MN 55431 952-921-6500

Risen Christ

1120 E. 37th St. Minneapolis, MN 55407 612-822-5329

Sacred Heart

4050 Hubbard Av. N. Robbinsdale, MN 55422 763-537-1329

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West Lutheran High School

King of Kings Lutheran

St. Mark

St. John the Baptist

St. Bartholomew

Watershed High

Liberty Classical Academy

St. Mary of the Lake

St. Michael’s Catholic

St. Matthew

St. Paul’s Lutheran

St. Odilia Parish School

St. Wenceslaus

St. Pascal

Shakopee Area Catholic

7031 Halifax Av. N. Brooklyn Center, MN 55429 763-561-5101 www.stalsmn.org 630 Wayzata Blvd. Wayzata, MN 55391 952-473-6189

St. Charles Borromeo 2727 Stinson Blvd. N.E. Minneapolis, MN 55418 612-781-2643

St. David

3395 Plymouth Rd. Minnetonka, MN 55305 952.939-0396 www.stdavids.net

St. Elizabeth Seton

5140 Fremont Av. N. Minneapolis, MN 55430 612-529-7781

St. Helena

3200 E. 44th St. Minneapolis, MN 55406 612-729-9301

St. John the Baptist 638 Mill St. Excelsior, MN 55331 952-474-5812

St. John’s Lutheran

9141 Co. Rd. 101 Maple Grove, MN 55311 763-420-2426

St. Peter’s Lutheran

3350 Harbor Ln.N. Plymouth, MN 55447 763-509-9378 www.wlhs.net

2344 Nicollet Av. S., #200 Minneapolis, MN 55404 612-871-4363 www.watershedhs.org

Ramsey County Apostolic Christian Academy 6944 Hudson Blvd. N. Oakdale, MN 55128 651-739-7696 www.apostolic.org

Bethlehem Lutheran 674 Johnson Pkwy. St. Paul, MN 55106 651-774-2030 www.esplweb.com

Blessed Sacrament 1800 Ames Av. St. Paul, MN 55119 651-735-3676

Capital City Advent Christian School 1220 S. McKnight Rd. St. Paul, MN 55119 651-739-7484

Central Lutheran

775 N. Lexington Pkwy. St. Paul, MN 55104 651-645-8649 www.clssp.org

5421 France Av. S. Edina, MN 55410 952-927-8400 www.stpeterpvt.k12.mn.us

Christ’s Household of Faith

St. Raphael

Concordia Academy

7301 Bass Lake Rd. Crystal, MN 55428 763-504-9450 www.srsmn.org

St. Therese

18325 Minnetonka Blvd. Deephaven, MN 55391 952-473-4355 www.st-therese.org

St. Vincent De Paul 9050 93rd Av. N. Osseo, MN 55445 763-425-3970 www.saintvdp.org

San Miguel Middle School 3800 Pleasant Av. S. Minneapolis, MN 55409 612-870-1109

Second Foundation

1219 University Av. S.E. Minneapolis, MN 55414 612-378-1014

Step by Step Montessori 6519 Barrie Rd. Edina, MN 55435 952-920-5457

Timothy Lutheran

7814 Minnetonka Blvd. St. Louis Park, MN 55426 952-929-8317 www.timls.org

Torah Academy

2800 Joppa Av. St. Louis Park, MN 55416 952-920-6630 www.torahacademymn.org

Trinity First Lutheran 1115 E. 19th St. Minneapolis, MN 55404 612-871-2353

Trinity School at River Ridge 2300 E. 88th St. Bloomington, MN 55425 952-854-0008 www.trinityschools.org

Visitation

4530 Lyndale Av. S. Minneapolis, MN 55419 612-827-3861 www.visitationcatholicschool.com

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355 Marshall Av. St. Paul, MN 55102 651-265-3400

2400 N. Dale St. Roseville, MN 55113 651-484-8429 www.concordiaacademy.com

Cretin-Derham Hall

550 S. Albert St. St. Paul, MN 55116 651-690-2443 www.cretin-derhamhall.org

East Saint Paul Lutheran School 616 N. Ruth St. St. Paul, MN 55119 651-774-2030 www.esplweb.com

Faith Baptist Christian 1365 Westminster St. St. Paul, MN 55130 651-771-5568

Friends School of Minnesota 1365 Englewood Av. St. Paul, MN 55104 651-917-0636 www.fsmn.org

Gethsemane Lutheran 2410 Stillwater Rd. Maplewood, MN 55119 651-739-7540 www.geth.org/open

Highland Catholic

2017 Bohland Av. St. Paul, MN 55116 651-690-2477 www.highlandcatholic.org

Hill-Murray

2625 E. Larpenteur Av. Maplewood, MN 55109 651-777-1376 www.hill-murray.org

Holy Childhood

1435 Midway Pkwy. St. Paul, MN 55108 651-644-2791

Holy Spirit

1406 Randolph Av. St. Paul, MN 55116 651-698-7233 www.holy-spirit.org

IHM/St. Luke

1065 Summit Av. St. Paul, MN 55105 651-224-4836 www.luke-acts.org

2330 N. Dale St. Roseville, MN 55113 651-484-9206 www.kingofkingsroseville.org Middle/Upper School Campus 2696 Hazelwood St. Maplewood, MN 55109 651-772-2777 www.libertyclassicalacademy.org Lower Campus 1660 Birch Lake Av. White Bear Lake, MN 55110 www.libertyclassicalacademy.org

Lubavitch Chedar Day School 1778 Ford Pkwy. St. Paul, MN 55116 651-698-0556

Maternity of Mary/St. Andrew 592 W. Arlington Av. St. Paul, MN 55117 651-489-1459 www.mmsaschool.org

Minnesota Waldorf

70 E. Co. Rd. B Maplewood, MN 55117 651-487-6700 www.mnwaldorf.org

Mounds Park Academy

2051 E. Larpenteur Av. Maplewood, MN 55109 651-777-2555 www.moundsparkacademy.org

Nativity of Our Lord 1900 Stanford Av. St. Paul, MN 55105 651-699-1311 www.nativity-mn.org

North Heights Christian Academy 2701 Rice St. N. Roseville, MN 55113 651-484-7825 www.nhlc.org

Oak Hill Montessori

4665 Hodgson Rd. St. Paul, MN 55126 651-484-8242 www.oakhillmontessori.org

Presentation of the B.V. M. 1695 Kennard St. Maplewood, MN 55109 651-777-5877

St. Agnes Elementary 530 Lafond Av. St. Paul, MN 55103 651-227-1886 www.stagnesschools.org

St. Bernard’s Elementary

170 W. Rose Av. St. Paul, MN 55117 651-489-1338 www.saintbernards-school.org

St. Bernard’s High School

170 W. Rose Av. St. Paul, MN 55117 651-489-1338 www.saintbernards-school.org

St. Francis/St. James United School 486 View St. St. Paul, MN 55102 651-228-1167 www.sf-sj.org/school/school.htm

St. Jerome

1983 Dayton Av. St. Paul, MN 55104 651-644-3380 www.saintmark-mn.org 4690 Bald Eagle Av. White Bear Lake, MN 55110 651-429-5378 www.stmarys-wbl.org 497 Humbolt Av. St. Paul, MN 55107 651-224-6912 www.st-matts.org 3495 N. Victoria St. Shoreview, MN 55126 651-484-3364 www.stodilia.org 1770 E. 3rd St. St. Paul, MN 55106 651-776-0092

St. Paul Academy-Summit

12508 Lynn Av. S. Savage, MN 55378 952-890-6604 www.stjohns-savage.org 16280 Duluth Av. S.E. Prior Lake, MN 55372 952-447-2124 www.stmichaels-pl.org

5634 Luther Dr. S.E. Prior Lake,MN 55372 952-447-2117 www.stpaulspriorlake.org 227 E. Main St. New Prague, MN 56071 952-758-3133 www.stwenceslaus.org 2700 17th Av. E. Shakopee, MN 55379 952-445-3387 www.sacsschools.org

(Lower) 1150 Goodrich Av. St. Paul, MN 55105 651.698.2451 www.spa.edu

Trinity Lutheran

Saint Paul Academy-Summit

Sherburne County

(Middle/Upper) 1712 Randolph Av. St. Paul, MN 55105 651-698-2451 www.spa.edu

St. Peter

2620 N. Margaret St. N. St. Paul, MN 55109 651-777-3091 www.stpetersnsp.org

St. Pius X/Holy Family

3878 Highland Av. White Bear Lake, MN 55110 651-429-5338 www.spxhf-wbl.org

St. Rose of Lima

2072 Hamline Av. N. Roseville, MN 55113 651-646-3832 www.saintroseoflima.net

Talmud Torah

768 Hamline Av. S. St. Paul, MN 55116 651-698-8807 www.ttsp.org

Trinity Catholic

835 E. 5th St. St. Paul, MN 55106 651-776-2763 www.trinity-catholic.org

Twin Cities Jewish Middle School 768 Hamline Av. St. Paul, MN 55116 651-698-8807 www.talmudtorah.pvt.k12.mn.us

Rice County St. Dominic

216 N. Spring St. Northfield, MN 55057 507-645-8136 www.churchofstdominic.org

Scott County

500 Church St. W. Belle Plaine, MN 56011 952-873-6320 www.school.trinityluthbp.com

Rivers Christian Academy

829 School St. Elk River, MN 55330 763-441-6594 www.riverschristianacademy.org

St. Andrews Catholic School 428 Irving Av. Elk River, MN 55330 763-441-2216 www.saint-andrews.net

St. Johns Lutheran School 9243 Viking Blvd. Elk River, MN 55330 763-441-3646 www.sjlcas.net

Solid Rock School

11800 196th Av. Elk River, MN 55330 763-441-2816 www.srchurch.org/schools.htm

Washington County Hope Christian Academy

920 Holley Av., Suite 2 St. Paul Park, MN 55071 651-459-6438 www.hopechristianacademy.org

New Life Academy

6758 Bailey Rd. Woodbury, MN 55129 651-459-4121 www.newlifeacademy.org

North Lakes Charter Academy 255B N.W. 7th Av. Forest Lake MN 55025 651-982-2773 www.northlakesacademy.org

St. Ambrose

4125 Woodbury Dr. Woodbury, MN 55125 651-768-3000 www.stambroseofwoodbury.org

St. Andrew

384 E. Roselawn Av. Maplewood, MN 55117 651-771-8494 www.stjeromeschool.org

Holy Family Academy

St. John the Baptist

10679 182nd St. Belle Plaine, MN 56011 952-873-2582

1001 Holley Av. St. Paul Park, MN 55071 651-459-3021 www.standrews-lutheran.com

Our Lady of the Prairie

St. Croix Catholic

215 Chestnut N. Belle Plaine, MN 56011 952-873-6564 www.ourladyoftheprairie.net

621 S. 3rd St. Stillwater, MN 55082 651-439-5581 www.stcroixcatholic.com

Prior Lake Christian

St. Jude

5690 Credit River Rd. Prior Lake, MN 55372 952-447-2824 www.priorlakechristianschool.com

600 Mahtomedi Av. Mahtomedi, MN 55115 651-426-2562 www.stjudeofthelake.org

St. John the Baptist

St. Peter’s Catholic School

845 2nd Av. N.W. New Brighton, MN 55112 651-633-1522 www.stjohnnyb.org

St. John the Evangelist 2621 McMenemy St. Little Canada, MN 55117 651-484-3038 www.stjohnsoflc.org

St. John’s Lutheran 771 Margaret St. St. Paul, MN 55106 651-776-8861 www.stjohnez.net

215 Broadway St. N. Jordan, MN 55352 952-492-2030 www.stjohnthebaptistjordan.org

1250 S. Shore Dr. Forest Lake, MN 55025 651-982-2215 www.stpeterfl.org

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Dunwoody College of Technology

Transfiguration

Hennepin Technical College

14940 62nd St. N. Stillwater, MN 55082 651-439-7831 www.salemlutheran.org 935 Ferndale St. N. St. Paul, MN 55109 651-501-2220 www.tranny.org

Wright County St. Michael Catholic School 14 North Main St., Box 180 St. Michael, MN 55376 763-497-3887 www.stmcatholicschool.org

PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES Metropolitan State University 700 East Seventh St. St. Paul, MN 55106 651-793-1300 or 612-659-7300 www.metrostate.edu

University of Minnesota

240 Williamson Hall, 231 Pillsbury Dr. S.E. Minneapolis, MN 55455 612-625-2006 or 800-752-1000 www.umn.edu

The University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD) 1117 University Dr. Duluth, Mn 55812-3000 218-726-7171 or 800-232-1339 www.umdadmis@d.umn.edu

The University of Minnesota, Morris (UMM) 600 East 4th St. Morris, MN 56267-2132 320-589-2211 www.morris.umn.edu

The University of Minnesota, Crookston (UMC) 2900 University Av. Crookston, Mn 56716-5001 800-862-6466 www.crk.umn.edu

The University of Minnesota, Rochester (UMR) 855 30th Av.SE Rochester MN 55904 800-947-0117 www.r.umn.edu

COMMUNITY & TECHNICAL COLLEGES Anoka Technical College 1355 West Hwy. 10 Anoka, MN 55303 763-576-4850 www.ank.tec.mn.us

Anoka-Ramsey Community College 11200 Mississippi Blvd. N.W. Coon Rapids, MN 55433 763-422-3333 www.anokaramsey.edu

Argosy University/Twin Cities 1515 Central Pkwy. Eagan, MN 55121 651-846-2882 or 800-377-0617 www.argosy.edu

Brown Institute/Brown College 1440 Northland Dr. Mendota Heights, MN 55120 800-627-6966 www.browncollege.edu

Bryman Institute

1000 Blue Gentian Rd., No. 250 Eagan, MN 55123 651-688-2145 www.bryman-institute.com

Century College

3300 Century Av. N. White Bear Lake, MN 55110 651-773-1700 www.century.edu

Dakota County Technical College 1300 145th St. E. Rosemount, MN 55068 651-423-8302 www.dctc.edu

818 Dunwoody Boulevard Minneapolis, MN 55403-1141 (612) 374-5800 www.dunwoody.edu Brooklyn Park Campus 9000 Brooklyn Blvd. Brooklyn Park, MN 55445 763-488-2500 www.hennepintech.edu Eden Prairie Campus 13100 Collegeview Dr. Eden Prairie, MN 55347 952-995-1300 www.hennepintech.edu

POST SECONDARY PROGRAM FOR LEARNING DISABILITIES & ASPERGERS

Minnesota Life College

7501 Logan Av. S. Richfield, MN 55423 www.MinnesotaLifeCollege.org 612-869-4008

ITT Technical Institute

1501 Hennepin Av. Minneapolis, MN 55403 612-659-6200 www.minneapolis.edu

Minnesota State College Southeast Technical 308 Pioneer Rd. Red Wing, MN 55066 800-657-4849 www.southeastmn.edu

Normandale Community College 9700 France Av. S. Bloomington, MN 55431-4399 952-487-8201 www.normandale.edu

North Hennepin Community College 7411 85th Av. N. Brooklyn Park, MN 55445 763-424-0702 www.nhcc.edu

Rasmussen College

Brooklyn Park Campus 8301 93rd Av. North Brooklyn Park, MN 55445 763-493-4500 www.rasmussen.edu Eagan Campus 3500 Federal Dr. Eagan, MN 55122 651-687-9000 www.rasmussen.edu Mankato Campus 501 Holly Lane Mankato, MN 56001 507-625-6556 www.rasmussen.edu Eden Prairie Campus 7905 Golden Triangle Dr. Eden Prairie, MN 55344 952-545-2000 www.rasmussen.edu Rockford Campus 6000 E. State St., 4th floor Rockford, IL 61108 815-316-4800 www.rasmussen.edu St. Cloud Campus 226 Park Av. South St. Cloud, MN 56301 1-320-251-5600 www.rasmussen.edu

Saint Paul College 235 Marshall Av. St. Paul, MN 55102 651-846-1666 www.saintpaul.edu

HealthPartners

2115 Summit Av., 32F-1 St. Paul, MN 55105 www.stthomas.edu 651-962-6150 or 800-328-6819

3200 Highway 100 South St. Louis Park, MN 55416 952-920-6377 www.grovesacademy.org

2211 Riverside Av. Minneapolis, MN 55454 www.augsburg.edu 612-330-1001 or 800-788-5678

Minneapolis Community and Technical College

University of St. Thomas

Groves Academy

Inver Hills Community College

Eden Prairie Campus 8911 Columbine Rd. Eden Prairie, MN 55347 952-914-5300 www.itt-tech.edu Woodbury Campus 2042 Wooddale Dr. Woodbury, MN 55125 651-730-0317 www.itt-tech.edu

Fairview Ridges Hospital

1520 St. Olaf Av. Northfield, MN 55057 www.stolaf.edu 507-646-3025 or 800-800-3025

PRIVATE UNIVERSITIES & COLLEGES

2500 E. 80th St. Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 651-450-8500 www.inverhills.edu

St. Olaf College

Augsburg College

Bethel University

3900 Bethel Dr. St. Paul, MN 55112 www.bethel.edu 651-638-6242 or 800-255-8706

Capella University

225 South 6th St., 9th Floor Minneapolis, MN 55402 www.capellauniversity.edu 888-CAPELLA

Carleton College

100 South College St. Northfield, MN 55057 www.carleton.edu 507-646-4190 or 800-995-2275

College of St. Catherine

2004 Randolph Av. St. Paul, MN 55105 www.stkate.edu 651-690-8850 or 800-656-5283

Concordia University

275 North Syndicate St. St. Paul, MN 55104 www.csp.edu 651-641-8230 or 800-333-4705

Crown College

8700 Collegeview Dr. St. Bonifacius, MN 55375 www.crown.edu 952-446-4100 or 800-68-CROWN

Hamline University

1536 Hewitt Av. MS C-1930 St. Paul, MN 55104 www.hamline.edu 651-523-2207 or 800-753-9753

Luther Seminary

2481 Como Av. St. Paul, MN 55108 www.luthersem.edu 651-641-3456 or 800-LUTHERSv

Macalester College

1600 Grand Av. St. Paul, MN 55105 www.macalester.edu 651-696-6357 or 800-231-7974

Minneapolis College of Art and Design 2501 Stevens Av. Minneapolis, MN 55404 www.mcad.edu 612-874-3760 or 800-874-6223

North Central University

910 Elliot Av. S. Minneapolis, MN 55404 www.northcentral.edu 612-343-4400 or 1-800-289-6222

Northwestern College

3003 Snelling Av. N. St. Paul, MN 55113 www.nwc.edu 651-631-5100 or 1-800-827-6827

Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota

700 Terrace Heights #2 Winona, MN 55987 www.smumn.edu 507-457-1700 or 1-800-635-5987

POST GRADUATE & PROFESSIONAL Northwestern Health Sciences University 2501 W. 84th St. Bloomington, MN 55431 www.nwhealth.edu 952-888-4777

United Theological Seminary 3000 Fifth St. N.W. New Brighton, MN 55112 www.unitedseminary-mn.org 651-227-9171

William Mitchell College of Law 875 Summit Av. St. Paul, MN 55105 www.wmitchell.edu 651-290-6329 or 888-WMCL-LAW

HOSPITALS & CLINICS

Anoka County Anoka Treatment Center 3301 7th Av. S. Anoka, MN 55303 763-576-5500

Mercy Hospital

4050 Coon Rapids Blvd. N.W Coon Rapids, MN 55433 763-236-6000 www.mercyunity.com

Unity Hospital

550 Osborne Rd. N.E. Fridley, MN 55432 763-236-5000 www.mercyunity.com

Carver County Park Nicollet Clinic

300 Lake Dr. East Chanhassen, MN 55317 952-933-4300 www.parknicollet.com

Ridgeview Chanhassen Clinic 7907 Powers Blvd. Chanassen, MN 55317 952-934-0570 www.ridgeviewmedical.org

Ridgeview Medical Center 500 S. Maple St. Waconia, MN 55387 952-442-2191 www.ridgeviewmedical.org

Chisago County

1201 E. Nicollet Blvd. Burnsville, MN 55337 952-892-2000 www.ridges.fairview.org

Inver Grove Heights Clinic 5625 Cenex Dr. Inver Grove heights, MN 55077 651-552-2600 Apple Valley Clinic 15290 Pennock Ave Apple Valley, MN 55124 (952) 431-8500 www.healthpartners.com Northfield City Hospital 2000 North Av. Northfield, MN 55057 507-646-1000 www.northfieldhospital.org

Regina Medical Center 1175 Nininger Rd. Hastings, MN 55033 651-480-4100 www.reginamedical.org

Goodhue County

Cannon Falls Medical Center Mayo Health System 1116 W Mill St. Cannon Falls, MN 55009 507-263-4221 www.cannonhealth.org

Fairview Red Wing Medical Center 701 Fairview Blvd. Red Wing, MN 55066 www.redwing.fairview.org

Lake City Medical Center Mayo Health 500 W. Grant St. Lake City, MN 55041 www.mayohealthsystem.org

Hennepin County Abbott Northwestern Hospital/ Sister Kenny Institute 800 E. 28th St. Minneapolis, MN 55407 612-863-4000/612-863-4463 www.abbottnorthwestern.com

Centennial Lakes

Same Day Surgery Center 7373 France Av. S., Ste 404 Edina, MN 55435 952-832-9360 www.healthsouth.com

Children’s Hospitals & Clinics of Minnesota 2525 Chicago Av. S. Minneapolis, MN 55404 612-813-6111 www.childrensmn.org

Children’s Hospitals & Clinics of Minnesota West Outpatient Center

Hazelden Foundation 15245 Pleasant Valley Rd. Center City, MN 55012 651-213-4000 or 1-800-257-7810 www.hazelden.org

6050 Clearwater Dr. Minnetonka, MN 55343 952-930-8600 www.childrenmn.org

Dakota County

3915 Golden Valley Rd. Golden Valley, MN 55422 763-588-0811 www.courage.org

Allina Medical Clinic First St. Location 1210 West First St. Hastings, MN 55033 651-438-1800 www.allina.com

Eagan Location

1110 Yankee Doodle Rd. Eagan, MN 55121 651-454-3970 www.allina.com

Nininger Location 1285 Nininger Rd. Hastings, MN 55033 651-480-4200 www.allina.com

Apple Valley Medical Center 14655 Galaxie Av. Apple Valley, MN 55124 952-432-6161 www.applevalleymc.com

Courage Center

Fairview Hospital — Southdale 6401 France Av. S. Edina, MN 55435 952-924-5000 www.southdale.fairview.org

Fairview Hospital — Maple Grove 14500 99th Av. N. Maple Grove, MN 55369 763-898-1000 www.maplegrove.fairview.org

Fairview University Medical Center Riverside Campus 2450 Riverside Av. Minneapolis, MN 55454 612-672-6000 www.fairview.org

University Campus

500 Harvard St. S.E. Minneapolis, MN 55455 612-626-3000 www.fairview.org

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Hennepin County Medical Center 701 Park Av. S. Minneapolis, MN 55415 612-873-3000 www.hcmc.org

Hennepin Faculty Associates 825 S. 8th St. Minneapolis, MN 55404 612-347-5000 www.HFAhealth.com

Methodist Hospital

6500 Excelsior Blvd. St. Louis Park, MN 55426 952-993-5000 www.parknicollet.com

North Memorial Medical Center 3300 Oakdale Av. N. Robbinsdale, MN 55422 763-520-5200 www.northmemorial.com

Park Nicollet Clinic

6500 Excelsior Blvd. St. Louis Park, MN 55426 952-993-3123 www.parknicollet.com Phillips Eye Institute

Allina Hospitals & Clinics

2215 Park Av. Minneapolis MN 55404 612-775-8800 www.phillipseyeinstitute.com

Regency Hospital

1300 Hidden Lakes Pkwy. Golden Valley, MN 55422 763-588-2750 www.regencyhospital.com

Shriners Hospitals for Children —Twin Cities 2025 East River Pkwy.. Minneapolis, MN 55414 612-596-6100 www.shrinershq.org/shc/twincities

TRIA Orthopaedic Center 8100 Northland Dr. Minneapolis, MN 55431 952-831-8742 www.tria.com

Veterans Affairs Medical Center One Veterans Dr. Minneapolis, MN 55417 612-725-2000 763-588-2750

HealthEast Midway Outpatient Center 1700 University Av. St. Paul, MN 55104 651-232-5555 www.healtheast.org

Regions Hospital

640 Jackson St. St. Paul, MN 55101 651-254-3456 www.regionshospital.com

St. John’s Hospital

(Member of the HealthEast Care System) 1575 Beam Av. Maplewood, MN 55109 651-232-7000 www.healtheast.org

St. Joseph’s Hospital

ARTS EDUCATION Bloomington Art Center

1800 W. Old Shakopee Rd. Bloomington, MN 55431 952-563-8587 www.bloomingtonartcenter.com

Eagan Art House

3981 Lexington Av.S. Eagan, MN 55123 651-686-9134 www.eaganarthouse.org

Edina Art Center

4701 W. 64th St. Edina, MN 55435 612-915-6600 www.edinaartcenter.com

Elk River Area Arts Alliance

(Member of the HealthEast Care System) 69 Exchange St.W St. Paul, MN 55102 651-232-3000 www.stjosephs-stpaul.org

1170 Main St. Elk River, MN 55330 763-441-4725 www.elkriverart.org

United Hospital, Inc.

528 Hennepin Av. Minneapolis, MN 55403 612-332-4478

333 N. Smith Av. St. Paul, MN 55102 651-241-8000 www.unitedhospital.com

Rice County Allina Medical Clinic – Northfield 1400 Jefferson Rd. Northfield, MN 55057 507-663-9000 www.allina.com

District One Hospital

200 State Av. Faribault, MN 55021 507-334-6451 www.districtonehospital.com

Scott County Queen of Peace Hospital

301 2nd St. N.E. New Prague, MN 56071 952-758-4431 or 800-584-6667 www.queenofpeacehospital.org

St. Francis Regional Medical Center 1455 St. Francis Av. Shakopee, MN 55379 952-403-3000 www.stfrancisshakopee.com

Sherburne County Monticello Big Lake Community Hospital

Hennepin Center for the Arts

Hopkins Center for the Arts 1111 Mainstreet Hopkins, MN 55343 952-979-1100 www.hopkinsmn.com/_hca

In the Heart of the Beast Puppet & Mask Theatre 1500 E. Lake St. Minneapolis, MN 55407 612-721-2535 www.hobt.org

Interact Center for the Visual and Performing Arts 212 3rd Av. N, Ste. 140 Minneapolis, MN 55401 612-339-5145 www.interactcenter.com

Intermedia Arts

2822 Lyndale Av. S. Minneapolis, MN 55408 612-871-4444 www.IntermediaArts.org

Inver Hills Community College Fine Arts program 2500 East 80th St. Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 651-450-8500 www.inverhills.edu

Lakeville Area Arts Center

1013 Hart Blvd. Monticello, MN 55362 763-295-2945 www.mblch.com

2855 Campus Dr. Plymouth, MN 55441 763-577-7000 www.westhealth.com

20965 Holyoke Dr. Lakeville, MN 55044 952-985-4640 www.ci.lakeville.mn.us/departments/ artscenter.htm

Washington County

MacPhail Apple Valley Paideia Academy

Ramsey County

1825 Woodwinds Dive Woodbury, MN 55125 651-232-6860 www.childrensmn.org

WESTHealth

Bethesda Rehabilitation Hospital

(Member of the HealthEast Care System) 559 Capitol Blvd. St. Paul, MN 55103 651-232-2000 www.bethesdahospital.org

Children’s Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota Roseville Outpatient Clinic 1835 W. Co. Rd. C, Roseville, MN 55113 651-638-1670 www.childrensmn.org

Children’s Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota 345 N. Smith Av. St. Paul, MN 55102 651-220-6000 www.childrensmn.org

Gillette Children’s Specialty Healthcare 200 University Av. E. St. Paul, MN 55101 651-291-2848 www.gillettechildrens.org

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Children’s Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota –Woodwinds Outpatient Clinic

Healtheast Woodwinds Hospital 1925 Woodwinds Dr. Woodbury MN 55125 651-232-0100 www.woodwinds.org

Lakeview Hospital 927 W. Churchill St. Stillwater, MN 55082 651-439-5330 www.lakeview.org

Wright County Elk Ridge Health Allina Medical Clinic

14181 Business Center Dr. N.W Elk River, MN 55330 763-236-0500 www.allina.com

Buffalo Hospital

303 Catlin St. Buffalo, MN 55313 763-682-1212 www.buffalohospital.org

7200 147th St. West Apple Valley, MN 55124 612.321.0100 www.macphail.org

MacPhail Center for Music 501 South 2nd St. Minneapolis, MN 55401 612.321.0100 www.macphail.org

Minneapolis College of Art and Design 2501 S. Stevens Av. Minneapolis, MN 55404 612-874-3700 www.mcad.edu

Minnesota Crafts Council 528 Hennepin Av., Ste. 216 Hennepin Center for the Arts Minneapolis, MN 55403 612-333-7789 www.mncraft.org

Minnetonka Center for the Arts 2240 North Shore Dr. Wayzata, MN 55391 952-473-7361 www.minnetonkaarts.org

Northern Clay Center

2424 E. Franklin Av. Minneapolis, MN 55406 612-339-8007 www.northernclaycenter.org

Perpich Center for Arts Education

Carleton College Art Gallery

Playwrights’ Center

Carver County Historical Society

River Heights Arts Alliance

Dakota County Historical Society Museum & Research Library

6125 Olson Memorial Hwy Golden Valley, MN 55422 763-591-4700 www.pcae.k12.mn.us 2301 W. Franklin Av. Minneapolis, MN 55406 612-332-7481 www.pwcenter.org

2445 78th St. E. Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 651-450-0971 www.rharts.org

The Loft

1011 Washington Av. Minneapolis, MN 612-215-2575 www.loft.org

LANDSCAPE DESIGN Carpenter Nature Center

12805 St. Croix Trail Hastings, MN 55033 651-437-4359 www.CarpenterNatureCenter.org

Dodge Nature Center and Landscape Arboretum 365 W. Marie Av. West St. Paul, MN 55118 651-455-4531 www.dodgenaturecenter.org

One North College St. Northfield, MN 55057 507-646-4469 www.carleton.edu/campus/gallery 555 West First St. Waconia, MN 55387 952-442-4234 www.carvercountyhistoricalsociety.org

130 3rd Av. N. South St. Paul, MN 55075 651-552-7548 www.dakotahistory.org

Ellingson Car Museum

20950 Rogers Dr. Rogers, MN 55374 763-428-7337 www.ellingsoncarmuseum.com

Foshay Tower

821 Marquette Av. S. Minneapolis, MN 55042 612-359-3030 www.ci.mpls.mn/hpc/landmarks/ marquette_ave_821-27_foshay_tower. asp

Frederick R. Weisman Art Museum

Gertens

333 E. River Rd. Minneapolis, MN 55455 612-625-9494 www.weisman.umn.edu

Lake Harriet Rose Garden

2097 Larpenter Av. W St. Paul, MN 55113 651-646-8629 www.rchs.com/gbbsfm2.htm

5500 Blaine Av. Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 651-450-1501 www.gertens.com 4124 E. Lake Harriet Pkwy. Minneapolis, MN 55409 612-370-4900 www.minneapolisparks.org

Marjorie McNeely Conservatory 1225 Estabrook Dr. St. Paul, MN 55117 651-487-8200 www.comozooconservatory.org

Minneapolis Sculpture Garden 726 Vineland Place Minneapolis, MN 55403 612-230-6400 www.minneapolisparks.org

Minnehaha Falls Pergola Gardens 4900 Minnehaha Av. Minneapolis, MN 55417 612-230-6400 www.minneapolisparks.org

University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum 3675 Arboretum Dr. Chanhassen, MN 55318 952-443-1400 www.arboretum.umn.edu

MUSEUMS, GALLERIES, HISTORIC Alexander Ramsey House

265 S. Exchange St. St. Paul, MN 55102 651-296-8760 www.mnhs.org/places/sites/arh

American Swedish Institute 2600 Park Av. Minneapolis, MN 55407 612-871-4907 www.americanswedishinst.org

Bakken Museum, The 3537 Zenith Av. S. Minneapolis, MN 55416 612-926-3878 www.thebakken.org

Baseball Hall of Fame Museum 910 S. Third St. Minneapolis, MN 55415 612-375-9707 www.domeplus.com

Bell Museum of Natural History 10 Church St. SE Minneapolis, MN 55455 612-624-7083 www.umn.edu/bellmuse

Gibbs Museum

Historic Fort Snelling

200 Tower Av. Fort Snelling History Center St. Paul, MN 55111 612-726-1171 www.mnhs.org/places/sites/hfs

Historic Murphy’s Landing 2187 E. Hwy. 101 Shakopee, MN 55379 952-445-6901 www.murphyslanding.org

Houses of the Sibley Historic Site 1357 Sibley Memorial Hwy. Mendota, MN 55150 651-452-1596 www.mnhs.org/places/sites/shs

James J. Hill House

240 Summit Av. St. Paul, MN 55102 651-297-2555 www.mnhs.org/places/sites/jjhh

LeDuc Historic Estate

1629 Vermillion Hastings, MN 55033 651-437-7055 www.dakotahistory.org/LeDuc/home. asp

Mill City Museum

704 S. Second St. Minneapolis, MN 55401 612-341-7555 www.millcitymuseum.org

Minneapolis Institute of Arts 2400 S. Third Av. Minneapolis, MN 55404 612-870-3131 www.artsmia.org

Minneapolis Sculpture Garden 726 Vineland Place Minneapolis, MN 55403 612-230-6400 www.www.minneapolisparks.org

Minnehaha Depot

Hiawatha Av., South of Minnehaha Pkwy. Minneapolis, MN 55102 651-228-0263 www.mnhs.org/places/sites/md

Minnesota Children’s Museum 10 W Seventh St. St. Paul, 55102 651-225-6000 www.mcm.org

Listings | Welcome! Minnesota History Center 345 W. Kellogg Blvd. St. Paul, MN 55102 651-296-6126 www.mnhs.org

O’Shaughnessey Auditorium 2004 Randolph Av. St. Paul, MN 55105 651-690-6700 www.stkate.edu/oshaughnessy

Hennepin Stages

824 Hennepin Av. Minneapolis, MN 55403 612-373-5600 www.hennepintheatredistrict.org

Minnesota Museum of American Art Landmark Center

The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra

Heritage Theatre Co. of Maplewood

Minnesota State Capitol

Ted Mann Concert Hall

History Theatre

50 West Kellogg Blvd., Suite 341 St. Paul, MN 55102 651-266-1030 www.mmaa.org

75 Constitution Av. St. Paul, MN 55155 651-296-2881 www.mnhs.org/places/sites/msc

Northfield Arts Guild

304 Division St. Northfield, MN 55057 507-645-8877 www.northfieldartsguild.org

Northfield Historical Society and Museum 408 Division St. Northfield, MN 55057 507-645-9268 www.northfieldhistory.org

Oliver H. Kelley Farm

15788 Kelley Farm Rd. Elk River, MN 55330 763-441-6896 www.mnhs.org/places/sites/ohkf

Schubert Music Museum 75 W. 5th St., Suite #302 St. Paul, MN 55102 651-292-3267 www.schubert.org

Science Museum of Minnesota/ Omnitheater 120 W. Kellogg Blvd. St. Paul, MN 55102 651-221-9444 www.smm.org

St. James Hotel

406 Main St. Red Wing, MN 55066 651-388-2846 www.st-james-hotel.com

St. Olaf Flaten Art Museum

1520 St. Olaf Av. Northfield, MN 55057 507-646-3248 www.stolaf.edu/depts/art/museum

Walker Art Center

1750 Hennepin Av. Minneapolis, MN 55403 612-375-7622 www.walkerart.org

Wayzata Historical Society

402 East Lake St. Wayzata, MN 55391 952-473-3631 www.wayzatahistoricalsociety.org

Westonka Historical Society

2325 Commerce Blvd. Mound, MN 55364 952-472-9800 www.llbrustad.com/historyicalsociety

MUSIC & DANCE Minnesota Dance Theatre and Dance Institute

408 St. Peter St. - 3rd floor St. Paul, MN 55102 651-291-1144 www.thespco.org

2128 4th St., U of M Minneapolis, MN 55455 612-624-2345 www.music.umn.edu/facilities/ tedmann_2.htm

Vocal Essence

1900 Nicollet Av. Minneapolis, MN 55403 612-547-1451 www.vocalessence.org

Zenon Dance Company

528 Hennepin Av., Suite 400 Minneapolis, MN 55403 612-338-1101 www.zenondance.org

THEATRE Acme Comedy Company

708 N 1st St. Minneapolis, MN 55401 612-338-6393 www.acmecomedycompany.com

Bloomington Civic Theater

1800 West Old Shakopee Rd. Bloomington, MN 55431 952-563-8575 www.bloomingtoncivictheatre.org

Brave New Institute & ETC Theatre 2605 Hennepin Av. S. Minneapolis, MN 55408 612-332-6620 www.BraveNewWorkshop.com

Burnsville Performing Arts Center 12600 Nicollet Av S Burnsville, MN 55337 952-895-4680 www.burnsvillepac.com

Bryant-Lake Bowl Theater

810 W. Lake St. Minneapolis, MN 55408 612-825-8949 www.blb.ciceron.com/calendar.asp

CAST Showcase Theatre & School 4030 Central Av.No. Columbia Heights, MN 55421 763-789-2353 www.actortrainingcast.com

Centennial Showboat

c/o Padelford Riverboats Harriet Island St. Paul, MN 55107 651-227-1100 www.cla.umn.edu/theatre/season/ showboat.html

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

528 Hennepin Av. - 6th floor Hennepin Center for the Arts Minneapolis, MN 55403 612-338-0627 www.mndance.org

Children’s Theatre Company

The Minnesota Opera

Fitzgerald Theater

620 N. First St. Minneapolis, MN 55401 612-333-2700 www.mnopera.org

Minnesota Orchestra

Orchestra Hall 1111 Nicollet Mall Minneapolis, MN 55403 612-371-5656 www.minnesotaorchestra.org

Northrop Theatre and Dance Northrop Auditorium 84 S.E. Church St. Minneapolis, MN 55455 612-624-2345 www.northrop.umn.edu

2400 Third Av. S. Minneapolis, MN 55404 612-874-0400 www.childrenstheatre.org 10 E. Exchange St. St. Paul, MN 55101 651-290-1221 www.fitzgeraldtheater.org

Frank Theatre

3156 S. 23rd Av. Minneapolis, MN 55407 612-724-3760 www.franktheatre.org

Guthrie Theater

818 South 2nd St. Minneapolis, MN 55415 612-377-2224 or 877-44-STAGE www.guthrietheater.org

2100 White Bear Av. Maplewood, MN 55109 651-773-1455 www.heritagetc.com

30 E. 10th St. St. Paul, MN 55101 651-292-4323 www.historytheatre.com

Illusion Theater

Plymouth Playhouse

2705 Annapolis Lane No. Plymouth, MN 55441 763-553-1600 www.plymouthplayhouse.com

Southern Theater

1420 Washington Av. So. Minneapolis, MN 55454 612-340-1725 www.southerntheater.org

Stages Theatre Company 1111 Main St. Hopkins, MN 55343 952-979-1111 www.stagestheatre.org

Stepping Stone Theatre

528 Hennepin Av. Minneapolis, MN 55403 612-339-4944 www.illusiontheater.org

75 W. 5th St. 55 Victoria St. No. St. Paul, MN 55104 651-225-9265 www.steppingstonetheatre.org

In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre

TB Sheldon Auditorium Theatre

1500 E. Lake St. Minneapolis, MN 55407 612-721-2535 www.hobt.org

Jungle Theater

2951 Lyndale Av. S. Minneapolis, MN 55408 612-822-7063 www.jungletheater.com

Lyric Arts Main St. Stage 420 E. Main St. Anoka, MN 55303 763-422-1838 www.lyricarts.org

Masquers Theatre Company PO Box 446 Forest Lake, MN 55025 651-464-5823 www.masquerstheatre.com

Mixed Blood Theatre 1501 S. Fourth St. Minneapolis, MN 55454 612-338-6131 www.mixedblood.com

Music Box Theatre

1407 Nicollet Av. Minneapolis, MN 55403 612-871-1414 www.hennepintheaterdistrict.org

Old Log Theater

5175 Meadville St. Excelsior, MN 55331 952-474-5951 www.oldlog.com

Ordway Center for the Performing Arts 345 Washington St. St. Paul, MN 55102 651-224-4222 www.ordway.org

Orpheum Theatre

910 Hennepin Av. Minneapolis, MN 55403 612-339-7007 www.hennepintheatredistrict.org

Pangea World Theater

443 W. Third St. Red Wing, MN 55066 651-388-8700 or 800-899-5759 www.sheldontheatre.org

Theatre de la Jeune Lune 105 N. First St. Minneapolis, MN 55401 612-333-6200 www.jeunelune.org

Theatre in the Round Players 245 Cedar Av. Minneapolis, MN 55454 612-333-3010 www.theatreintheround.org

CASINOS Grand Casino Hinckley

777 Lady Luck Dr. Hinckley, MN 55037 320-384-7777 www.grandcasinosmn.com

270 N. Kent St. St. Paul, MN 55102 651-224-3180 www.penumbratheatre.org

Pillsbury House Theatre

3501 Chicago Av. S. Minneapolis, MN 55407 612-824-0459 www.puc-mn.org/pillsburyhousetheatre

Hwy. 5 and Main St. 952-473-9595 www.destinationwaconia.org

Dakota County Apple Valley

Apple Valley Ring Route County Rd. 42 and Cedar Av.

Burnsville

Burnsville Center Hwy.s 35W and 35E at County Rd. 42 952-435-8181 www.burnsvillecenter.com

Eagan

Hwy. 35E and Pilot Knob, Yankee Doodle and Cliff Rd. 651-452-9872 www.dcrchamber.com

Hastings

Historic Downtown Hastings Hwy. 61 South on Main St. 651-437-6775 www.hastingsmn.org/shopdine.htm

Inver Grove Heights

Arbor Pointe Development Concord & Cahill/Broderick Buchanan Trail 651-451-2266 www.riverheights.com

Inver Grove Heights

The Heights of Inver Grove Bishop Av.and Blaine Av.off of Upper 55th 651-451-2266 www.riverheights.com

Savage

West Saint Paul

2400 Mystic Lake Blvd Prior Lake, MN 55372 952-445-9000 or 800-262-7799 www.mysticlake.com

Shops on South Robert St. 651-452-9872 www.dcrchamber.com

Treasure Island Resort & Casino

Red Wing

5734 Sturgeon Lake Rd PO Box 75 Red Wing, MN 55066 651-388-6300 or 800-222-7077 www.treasureislandcasino.com

RACETRACK Canterbury Park Racetrack & Card Club 100 Canterbury Rd. Shakopee, MN 55379 952-445-7223 or 800-340-6361 www.canterburypark.com

SHOPPING & DINING

Anoka County

Blaine

Penumbra Theatre Company

Waconia

Mystic Lake Casino Hotel

Pantages Theatre

20 W. 7th PL St. Paul, MN 55102 651-291-7005 www.parksquaretheatre.org

Hwy. 5 and Market Blvd. 952-934-3903 www.swmetrochamber.com

O’Connell Square County Rd. 42 and O’Connell Rd in Savage 952-476-9400 www.savagechamber.com

777 Grand Ave Onamia, MN 56359 320-532-7777 or 800-626-5825 www.grandcasinosmn.com

Anoka

Park Square Theatre

Chanhassen

Grand Casino Mille Lacs

711 West Lake St., #101 Minneapolis, MN 55408 612-203-1088 www.pangeaworldtheater.org 710 Hennepin Av. Minneapolis, MN 55403 612-339-7007 www.hennepintheatredistrict.com

Carver County

Main St. Anoka Jackson from 1st to 5th St. www.anokaareachamber.com Northtown Mall 398 Northtown Dr. 763-786-9704 www.northtown-mall.com

Coon Rapids

Riverdale Crossing Northwest corner of Hwy. 10 & Round Lake Blvd. 952-476-9400 www.hjdevelopment.com

Coon Rapids

Riverdale Village Shopping Center Southeast Corner of Hwy 10 & Round Lake Blvd. 216-755-5839 www.ddrc.com

Goodhue County Hwy 61 S. and 50 651-388-4719 www.redwingchamber.com

Hennepin County Bloomington

Mall of America 60 East Broadway, Bloomington 952-883-8800 www.mallofamerica.com

Brookdale Center

Brookdale Shopping Center 1108 Brookdale Rd., Hwy. 100, Exit 152 763-566-3373 www.brookdaleshoppingcenter.com

Crystal Lake

Crystal Shopping Center Bass Lake Rd. (CR 10) and West Broadway (CR 8) 651-646-7901 www.pasterenterprises.com

Eden Prairie

Eden Prairie Shopping Center Hwy. 494 and Hwys. 212 and 169 South 8251 Flying Cloud Dr. 952-941-7650 www.edenprairiecenter.com

Edina

50th & France West 50th St. and France Av. South 952-922-1524 www.50thandfrance.com

Edina

Galleria 69th St. and France Av. South 952-925-4321 www.galleriaedina.com

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Roseville

The Links at Northfork

Bellwood Oaks

Valleywood Golf Course

Edina

Roseville

The Ponds Golf Course

Birnamwood Public Golf Course

Goodhue County

Southdale Center 66th St. and France Av. South 952-925-7885 www.southdale.com Gaviidae Common I and II 60 S. Sixth St. 612-372-1222 www.gaviidaecommon.com

Maple Grove

Fountains at Arbor Lakes Intersection of Elm Creek Blvd. & Hemlock Lane 763-566-7722 www.visitarborlakes.com

Maple Grove

Shoppes at Arbor Lakes Hwy. 694 and Hemlock Lane 763-424-0504 www.shoppesatarborlakes.com

Minneapolis

IDS Center Crystal Court 612-376-8000 www.ids-center.com

Minneapolis

Block E Between 6th and 7th St.s on Hennepin Av. 612-338-5900 www.minneapolischamber.org, 612370-9100

Minneapolis

Calhoun Square Lake St. and Hennepin Av. 612-824-1240 www.calhounsquare.com

Minneapolis

City Center Sixth St. and Hennepin Av. 612-372-1222 www.minneapoliscitycenter.com

Minneapolis

Nicollet Mall Minneapolis 5th - 10th St.s 612-370-9100 www.minneapolischamber.com

Minneapolis

Riverplace and St. Anthony Main Main St. across the Mississippi River from downtown 612-378-5000 www.tholt.com/sam.html and www.mississippimile.org

Minneapolis

Har Mar Mall South of Hwy. 36 on Snelling Av. 651-631-0340 www.harmarmall.com Rosedale Center Hwy. 36 at Fairview Av. 651-633-0872 www.myrosedale.com

Saint Paul

Grand Av. West of downtown St. Paul 651-699-0029 www.grandave.com

Rice County Northfield

Hwy 19 & 3 1-800-658-2548 www.northfieldchamber.com

Sherburne County Elk River

Hwy 101 & 169 763-441-3110 www.elkriverchamber.org

Steele County Medford Outlet Center

Hwy. 35, Exit 48, Medford 507-455-2042 www.horizongroup.com/centers/ medford.htm

Washington County Stillwater

I-94 East, Stillwater exit 651-439-4001 www.ilovestillwater.com

Woodbury

Albertville

Premium Outlets Albertville 6415 Labeaux Av. NE. 763-497-1911 www.premiumoutlets.com

I-94 Corridor

763-428-2921 www.i94westchamber.org

GOLF COURSES

Anoka County

Chomonix Golf Course

12800 Bunker Prairie Rd. NW Coon Rapids, MN 55448 763-755-4141 www.bunkerhillsgolf.com 700 Aqua Lane Lino Lakes, MN 55014 651-482-8484 www.chomonix.com

South Lake Minnetonka/Excelsior

Greenhaven Golf Course

Knollwood Mall 169 and Hwy. 7 952-933-8041 www.knollwoodmall.com

Wayzata

Hwy 394, downtown Wayzata exit 952-473-9595 www.wayzatachamber.com

Ramsey County Maplewood

Maplewood Mall l-694 and White Bear Av. 651-770-5020 www.shopmaplewoodmall.com

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TPC of the Twin Cities

11444 Tournament Players Pkwy Blaine, MN 55449 763-795-0800 www.tpctwincities.com

Victory Links at National Youth Golf Center 1700 105th Av.NE Blaine, MN 55449 763-717-3240 www.golfnygc.org

Viking Meadows Golf Club

1788 Viking Blvd NE Cedar, MN 55011 763-434-4205 www.vikingmeadows.com

Woodland Creek

3200 S Coon Creek Dr Andover, MN 55304 763-323-0517

Carver County Bluff Creek Golf Course

Chaska Town Course

Ridgedale Center Wayzata Blvd. 952-541-4864 www.ridgedalecenter.com

St. Louis Park

21250 Yellowpine St NW Oak Grove, MN 55011 763-753-8383 www.refugegolfclub.com

Wright County

Minnetonka

Excelsior & Grand Av. www.excelsiorandgrand.com

The Refuge

1025 Creekwood Chaska, MN 55318 952-445-5685 www.golfbluffcreekmn.com

Bunker Hills

St. Louis Park

2881 229th Av.NW Saint Francis, MN 55070 763-753-1100 www.thepondsgolf.com

Hwy. 494 and Hwy. 94, Woodbury 651-578-0722 www.woodburychamber.org

The Warehouse District Northwest downtown Minneapolis 612-334-3131 www.mplswarehouse.com

Hwy. 7 & Water St. 952-474-6461 www.southlake-excelsiorchamber.com

9333 Alpine Dr NW Anoka, MN 55303 763-241-0506 www.golfthelinks.com

2800 Greenhaven Rd Anoka, MN 55303 763-576-2965 www.greenhavengolfcourse.com

3000 Town Course Dr. Chaska, MN 55318 952-443-3748 www.chaskatowncourse.com

Dahlgreen Golf Course 6940 Dahlgreen Rd. Chaska, MN 55318 952-488-7463 www.dahlgreen.com

Deer Run Golf Club 8661 Deer Run Dr. Victoria, MN 55386 952-443-2351 www.deerrungolf.com

Halla Greens Executive Golf Course

495 Pioneer Trail Chanhassen, MN 55317 952-252-2525 www.hallanursery.com/hallagreens

Island View Golf Club

7795 County Rd. 30 Waconia, MN 55387 952-442-6116 www.islandviewgolfclub.com

River’s Edge Golf Course

Hidden Haven

1455 County Rd. 27 Watertown, MN 55388 952-955-2223

KateHaven Golf Course

9750 County Rd. 24 Watertown, MN 55388 952-955-3600 www.timbercreekgolf.com

Majestic Oaks Golf Club

18 Golf Walk Independence, MN 55359 763-479-7161 www.wsfarm.com

20520 Polk St NE Cedar, MN 55011 763-434-4626 www.hiddenhavengolfclub.com 8791 Lexington Av.N Cir. Pines, MN 55014 763-786-2945 www.katehaven.com

701 Bunker Lake Blvd NE Ham Lake, MN 55304 763-755-2142 www.majesticoaksgolfclub.com

Rum River Golf Club

16659 Saint Francis Blvd Ramsey, MN 55303 763-753-3339 www.rumriverhills.com

Timber Creek Golf Course

Windsong Farm

Dakota County Apple Valley Golf Course 8661 West 140th St. Apple Valley, MN 55124 952-432-4647

Arbor Point Golf Club

8919 Cahill Ave Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 651-451-9678 www.arborpointegolf.com

13239 210th St E Hastings, MN 55033 651-437-4141 www.bellwoodoaksgolf.com 12424 Parkwood Dr Burnsville, MN 55337 952-707-6393 www.ci.burnsville.mn.us

Brackett’s Crossing Country Club 17976 Judicial Rd Lakeville, MN 55044 952-435-7600 www.brackettscrossingcc.com

Crystal Lake Golf Club

16725 Innsbrook Dr Lakeville, MN 55044 952-432-6566 www.crystallakegolfcourse.com

Emerald Greens Golf Course 14425 Goodwin Av. Hastings, MN 55033 651-480-8558 www.emeraldgreensgolf.com

Fountain Valley Golf Club

2830 220th St., PO Box 97 Farmington, MN 55024 651-463-2121 www.fountainvalleygolfclub.com

Hastings Country Club

2015 Westview Dr. Hastings, MN 55033 652-437-6483 www.hastingscountryclub.org

Heritage Links Golf Club 8075 Lucerne Blvd. Lakeville, MN 55044 www.heritagelinks.com 952-440-4653

Hidden Greens Golf Course 12977 200th St E. Hastings, MN 55033 www.hiddengreensgolf.com 651-437-3085

Gopher Hills Golf Course 26155 Nicolai Av. Cannon Falls, MN 55009 www.gopherhills.com 507-263-2507

Inver Wood Golf Club

1850 70th St E. Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 www.inverwood.org 651-457-3667

Lost Spur Country Club 2750 Sibley Hwy. Eagan, MN 55121 651-454-5681 www.wpgolf.com

Mendakota Country Club 2075 Mendakota Dr. Mendota Heights, MN 55120 651-454-2822 www.mendakotacc.com

Mendota Heights Par 3

1695 Dodd Rd. Mendota Heights, MN 55150 651-454-9822

Parkview Golf Club

1310 Cliff Rd. Eagan, MN 55123 651-452-5098 www.parkviewgolfclub.com

Rich Valley Golf Club 3855 145th St. Rosemount, MN 55068 651-437-4653

Southern Hills Golf Course

18950 Chippendale Av. W. Farmington, MN 55024 651-463-4653 www.southernhillsgolfcourse.com

Southview Country Club 239 E. Mendota Rd. West St. Paul, MN 55118 651-451-6856 www.southviewcc.com

Thompson Oaks Golf Course 1555 Oakdale Av.e West St. Paul, MN 55118 651-457-6064 www.ci.west-saint-paul.mn.us

4851 125th St W. Apple Valley, MN 55124 952-953-2323 www.cityofapplevalley.org

Cannon Golf Club

8606 295th St. E. Cannon Falls, MN 55009 507-263-3126 www.cannongolfclub.com

Mississippi National 409 Golf Links Dr. Red Wing, MN 55066 651-388-1874 www.wpgolf.com

Red Wing Golf Club

1311 W 6th St. Red Wing, MN 55066 651-388-9524 www.redwinggolfclub.com

The Summit Golf Club

31286 Hwy 19 Blvd. Cannon Falls, MN 55009 877-582-4653 www.summitgolfclub.com

Hennepin County Baker National Golf Course 2935 Parkview Dr. Medina, MN 55340 763-694-7670 www.bakernational.com

Begin Oaks Golf Course 5635 Yucca Lane No. Plymouth, MN 55446 763-599-7574 www.beginoaksgolf.com

Braemar Golf Course 6364 John Harris Dr. Edina, MN 55439 952-826-6791 www.braemargolf.com

Brookland Executive Nine 8232 Regent Av. No. Brooklyn Park, MN 55443 763-561-3850 www.brooklynpark.org

Brookview Golf Course 200 Brookview Pkwy. Golden Valley, MN 55426 763-512-2300 www.brookviewgolf.com

Burl Oaks Golf Club

5400 N. Arm Dr. Minnetrista, MN 55364 952-742-7017 www.burloaksgolfclub.com

Centerbrook Golf Course

5500 N. Lilac Dr. Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 763-561-3239 www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org

Columbia Golf Club

3300 Central Av. NE Minneapolis, MN 55418 612-789-2627 www.minneapolisparks.org Daytona Golf Club 14730 Lawndale Lane Dayton, MN 55327 763-427-6110 www.daytonagolfclub.com

Dwan Golf Club

3301 W. 110th St. Bloomington, MN 55431 952-563-8702 www.ci.bloomington.mn.us

Eagle Lake Youth Golf Course 11000 County Rd. 10 Plymouth, MN 55442 763-694-7695 www.eaglelakegolf.com

Edinburgh USA

8700 Edinbrook Crossing Brooklyn Park, MN 55443 763-315-8500 www.edinburghusa.org

Elm Creek Golf Course 19000 Hwy. 55 Plymouth, MN 55446 763-478-6716 www.elmcreekgc.com

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Shamrock Golf Club

The Ponds at Battle Creek

Pinewood Golf Course

Fox Hollow Golf Club

Francis Gross National Golf Course

Spring Hill Golf Club

Roseville Cedarholm Golf Course

Monticello Country Club

Riverwood National Golf Course

Sundance Golf Club

University of Minnesota Golf Club

Washington County

Silver Springs Golf Course

6399 Fort Snelling Av. Fort Snelling, MN 55111 612-726-6222 www.minneapolisparks.org

2201 St. Anthony Blvd. Minneapolis, MN 55418 612-789-2542 www.minneapolisparks.org

French Lake Open Golf Club 17500 County Rd. 81 Maple Grove, MN 55369 763428-4544 www.frenchlakegolf.com

Fred Richards Executive Course

6364 John Harris Dr. Edina, MN 55439 612-915-6606 www.ci.edina.mn.us/content/facilities/ braemar_golf/courses/par29

Glen Lake Golf and Practice Center 14350 County Rd. 62 Minnetonka, MN 55345 763-694-7824 www.glenlakegolf.com

Golden Valley Golf and Country Club 7001 Golden Valley Rd. Golden Valley, MN 55427 763-732-4100 www.gvccclub.com

Hampton Hills Golf Club 5313 Juneau Lane Plymouth, MN 55446 763-559-9800

Hayden Hills Golf Club

13150 Deerwood Lane North Dayton, MNÂ 55327-9425 763-421-0060

Hiawatha Golf Club

4553 Longfellow Av. So. Minneapolis, MN 55407 612-724-7715 www.minneapolisparks.org

Hollydale Golf Course 4710 Holly Lane No. Plymouth, MN 55446 763-559-9847 www.hollydalegolf.com

Hyland Greens

10100 Normandale Blvd. Bloomington MN 55431 952-948-8868 www.ci.bloomington.mn.us/ main_top/2_facilities/rec_facility/ hyland_facility.htm

Lakeview Golf

405 N. Arm Dr. Mound, MN 55364 952-472-3459 www.lakeviewgolfoforono.com

Meadowbrook Golf Course 201 Meadowbrook Rd. Hopkins, MN 55343 952-929-2077 www.minneapolisparks.org

Meadowwoods Golf Course 18300 Ridgewood Rd. Minnetonka, MN 55345 952-470-4000

New Hope Village Golf Course 8130 Bass Lake Rd. New Hope, MN 55428 763-531-5178

Oak Ridge Country Club

700 Oak Ridge Rd. Hopkins, MN 55305 952-935-7721 www.oakridgecountryclub.net

Pheasant Acres Golf Course 10705 County Rd. 116 Rogers, MN 55374 763-428-8244 www.pheasantacresgolf.com

Rush Creek Golf Club 7801 Troy Lane No. Maple Grove, MN 55311 763-494-0400 www.rushcreek.com

19625 Larkin Rd. Hamel, MN 55340 763-478-9977 www.shamrockgolfcourse.com 725 County Rd. 6 Wayzata, MN 55391 952-473-1500 www.springhillgc.com

15420 113th Av. N. Dayton, MN 55369 763-420-4800 www.sundancegolfbowl.com

Sundance Golf Course

15240 113th Av. N. Maple Grove, MN 55369 763-420-4700 www.sundancegolfbowl.com

Theodore Wirth Golf Course 1301 Theodore Wirth Pwy. Golden Valley, MN 55422 763-522-4584 www.minneapolisparks.org

601 Century Av. S. Maplewood, MN 55119 651-501-6321 www.ramseycountygolf.com

2323 N. Hamline Av. Roseville, MN 55113 651-633-8337 www.cityofroseville.com/golf 2275 W. Larpenteur Av. St. Paul, MN 55113 651-627-4000 www.uofmgolf.com

Northfield Golf Course

All Seasons Golf Course

Willingers Golf Club

Applewood Hills Public Golf Course

707 Prairie St. Northfield, MN 55057 507-645-4026 www.northfieldgolfclub.com

Brightwood Hills Golf Course

Scott County

1431 N. Lexington Pwy. St. Paul, MN 55103 651-488-9679 www.golfstpaul.org

Country View Golf Course 2926 Hwy. 61 Maplewood, MN 55109 651-484-9809

Goodrich Golf Course

1820 N. Van Dyke St. Maplewood, MN 55109 651-748-2525 www.co.ramsey.mn.us/parks/golf/ goodrich.asp

Highland National Golf Course 1403 Montreal Av. Saint Paul, MN 55116-2460 651-695-3774

Hillcrest Golf Club of Saint Paul 2200 E. Larpenteur Av. St. Paul, MN 55109 651-774-6088 www.hillcreststpaul.com

Island Lake Golf & Training Center 1000 Red Fox Rd. Shoreview, MN 55126 651-787-0383 www.islandlakegolf.com

Keller Golf Club

2166 Maplewood Dr. St. Paul, MN 55109 651-766-4176 www.ramseycountygolf.com

Manitou Ridge Golf Club 3200 N. McKnight Rd. White Bear Lake, MN 55110 651-777-2987 www.manitouridge.com

Midland Hills Country Club 2001 Fulham St. Roseville, MN 55113 651-631-0440 www.midlandhillscc.org

Oak Marsh Golf Club 526 Inwood Av.N. Oakdale, MN 55128 651-730-8886 www.wpgolf.com

Oneka Ridge Golf Club

5610 N. 120th St. White Bear Lake, MN 55110 651-429-2390 www.onekaridgegc.com

Phalen Golf Course 1615 Phalen Dr St. Paul, MN 55106 651-778-0424 www.golfstpaul.org

Afton Alps Golf Course

Rice County

Ramsey County

Como Golf Club

1209 Golf Course Rd. Monticello, MN 55362 763-295-4653 www.montigolf.com

6600 Peller Av. S. Hastings, MN 55033 651-436-1320 www.aftonalps.com

6900 Canby Trail Northfield, MN 55057 952-652-2500 www.willingersgc.com

1975 Silver Lake Rd. New Brighton, MN 55112 652-638-2150 www.newbrightonmn.gov

18150 Waco St. NW Elk River, MN 55330 763-441-3451 www.ci.elk-river.mn.us

Boulder Pointe Golf Club 9575 Glenborough Dr. Elko, MN 55020 952-461-4900 www.boulderpointegolf.com

Cleary Lake Golf Course 18106 Texas Av. Prior Lake, MN 55372 612-447-2171 www.threeriversparkdistrict. org

Creeks Bend Golf Course

26826 Langford Av. New Prague, MN 56071 952-758-7200 www.creeksbendgolfcourse.com

Legends Club

8670 Credit River Blvd. Prior Lake, MN 55372 952-226-4777 www.legendsgc.com

The Meadows at Mystic Lake 2400 Mystic Lake Dr. Prior Lake, MN 55372 925-223-5533 www.mysticlakegolf.com

New Prague Golf Club 400 Lexington Av. S. New Prague, MN 56071 952-758-5326 www.newpraguegolf.com

Ridges at Sand Creek

21775 Ridges Dr. Jordan, MN 55352 952-492-2644 www.ridgesatsandcreek.com

Stonebrooke Golf Course 2693 County Rd. 79 Shakopee, MN 55379 952-496-3171 www.stonebrooke.com

The Wilds Golf Club 3151 Wilds Ridge Prior Lake, MN 55372 952-445-3500 www.golfthewilds.com

Valley View golf Course 23795 Laredo Av. Belle Plaine, MN 56011 952-873-4653 www.vvgolf.com

Sherburne County Cedar Creek Golf Course 5700 Jason Av. Albertville, MN 55301 763-497-8245 www.cedarcreekmn.com

Elk River Country Club 20015 Elk Lake Rd. Elk River, MN 55330 763-441-4111 www.elkrivercc.com

7552 Douglas Point Rd. Cottage Grove, MN 55106 651-459-2135

11840 60th St. N. Stillwater, MN 55082 651-439-7276 www.applewoodhillsgolf.com

Castle Wood Golf Course 7050 Scandia Trail Forest Lake, MN 55025 651-464-6233 www.castlewoodgolf.com

Cimarron Park Golf Course 0901 Lake Elmo Av. No. Lake Elmo, MN 55042 651-436-6188

Country Air Golf Park

404 Lake Elmo Av. Lake Elmo, MN 55042 651-436-6549 www.countryairgolfpark.com

Dellwood Hills Golf Club 29 E Hwy 96 Dellwood, MN 55110 651-426-3218 www.dellwoodhillsgc.org

Eagle Valley Golf Course 2600 Double Eagle Lane Woodbury, MN 55129 651-714-3750 www.eaglevalleygc.com

Mississippi Dunes

10351 Grey Cloud Trail Cottage Grove, MN 55016 651-768-7611 www.mississippidunes.com

Oak Glen Country Club 1599 McKusick Rd. Stillwater, MN 55082 651-439-6981 www.oakglengolf.com

Prestwick Golf Club 9555 Wedgewood Dr. Woodbury, MN 55125 651-731-4779 www.prestwick.com

River Oaks Golf Course

11099 S Hwy 61 Cottage Grove, MN 55016 651-438-2121 www.riveroaksmunigolf.com

Sawmill Golf Club

11177 N. McKusick Rd. Stillwater, MN 55082 651-439-7862 www.sawmillgc.com

Stone Ridge Golf Course 13600 N Hudson Blvd. Stillwater, MN 55082 651-436-4653 www.stoneridgegc.com

Tanners Brook Golf Course 5810 190th St. Forest Lake, MN 55025 651-464-2300 www.tannersbrook.com

Wright County Buffalo Heights Golf Course 905 S Hwy 25, P.O. Box 318 Buffalo, MN 55313 763-682-2854 www.buffaloheights.com

4780 Palmgren Lane NE St. Michael, MN 55376 763-428-4468 www.foxhollowgolf.net

10444 95th St. NE Otsego, MN 55362 763-271-5000 www.riverwoodnational.com 1854 County Rpad 39 NE Monticello, MN 55362 763-295-2951 www.silverspringsgolf.com

Wild Marsh

1710 Montrose Blvd. S. Buffalo, MN 55313 763-682-4476 www.wildmarsh.com For more listings on Golf Courses in the Metropolitan area and around Minnesota visit www.minnesotagolf.com

ATTRACTIONS Apple Valley Family Aquatic Center 14421 Johnny Cake Ridge Rd. Apple Valley, MN 55124 952-953-2300 www.ci.apple-valley.mn.us

Big Stone Mini Golf and Sculpture Garden 7110 County Rd. 110 Minnetrista, MN 55364 952-472-9292 www.bigstoneminigolf.com

Brunswick Zone

7545 Brooklyn Blvd. Brooklyn Park, MN 55443 763-503-2695 www.bowlbrunswick.com/brooklyn_ park

Bunker Beach

Pkwy. Rd. A Bunker Hills Regional Park Coon Rapids, MN 55433 763-767-2895 www.co.anoka.mn.us

Cascade Bay

1360 Civic Center Dr. Eagan, MN 55122 651-675-5577 www.cityofeagan.com

Como Park Zoo & Conservatory 1225 Estabrook Dr. St Paul, MN 55103 651-487-8000 www.comozooconservatory.org

Como Town

1301 Midway Pkwy. St Paul, MN 55108 651-487-2121 www.comotown.com

Grand Rios Water Park 6900 Lakeland Av. No.. Brooklyn Park, MN 55428 763-566-8855 www.grandrios.com

Great Clips IMAX Theater at Minnesota Zoo 12000 Zoo Blvd. Apple Valley, MN 55124 952-431-4629 www.imax.com/minnesota

Guidant John Rose MN Oval Skate Park 2661 Civic Center Dr. Roseville, MN 55113 651-792-7007

Jim Lupient Water Park 1520 Johnson St. NE Minneapolis, MN 55413 612-370-3989 www.minneapolisparks.org

Nickelodeon Universe

Mall of America Bloomington, MN 55425 952-883-8555 www.nickelodeonuniverse.com

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225 South 3rd Av. Minneapolis, MN 55401 612-375-1700 www.thedepotminneapolis.com

Minnesota Zoo

13000 Zoo Blvd. Apple Valley, MN 55124 1-800-366-7811 1-800-627-3528 (TTY) www.mnzoo.com

NASCAR Silicon Motor Speedway 352 South Av. Mall of America Bloomington, MN 55425 952-854-4308 www.smsonline.com

St. Louis Park Aquatic Park

3700 Monterey Dr. St. Louis Park, MN 55416 952-924-2540 www.stlouispark.org/aquatic_park.htm

The Depot Indoor Skating Rink 225 South 3rd Av. Minneapolis, MN 55401 612-375-1700 www.thedepotminneapolis.com

Tropics Indoor Water Park 4580 Victoria St. No. Shoreview, MN 55126 651-490-4700 www.tropicswaterpark.com

Underwater Adventures

120 E Broadway Mall of America Bloomington, MN 55425 952-883-0202 www.underwateradventures.cc

Valleyfair Amusement Park 1 Valleyfair Dr. Shakopee, MN 55379 952-445-7600 www.valleyfair.com

Water Park of America

1700 E. American Blvd. Bloomington, MN 55425 952-854-8900 www.waterparkofamerica.com

Wild Mountain

Taylors Falls , MN 55084 800-447-4958 www.wildmountain.com

Applewood Orchard

22702 Hamburg Av. Lakeville, MN 55044 952-985-5425 www.applewoodorchard.com

Bade’s Orchard

104 Lano Lane Chaska, MN 55318 952-448-4986 Open: By appointment, Aug-Oct

Bob’s Bluebird Orchard and Craft Barn 26205 Fairlawn Av. Webster, MN 55088 612-461-3143 10 am-6 pm, Thurs-Sun, mid Aug-late Nov

Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center 12805 St. Croix trail South Hastings, MN 55033 651-437-4359 www.carpenternaturecenter.org 8am-4:30pm, 7 days a week, year round.

Deardorff Orchards

8350 Parley Lake Rd. Waconia, MN 55387 952-442-1885 September and October; 9-5, Closed Mondays www.deardorfforchards.com

Emma Krumbee’s Apple Orchard US Hwy. 169 501 East South St. Belle Plaine, MN 56011 952-873-3006 www.emmakrumbees.com

Fall Harvest Orchard

345 County Rd. 30 SE Delano, MN 55328 763-972-3894 www.fallharvestorchard.com

Fischer’s Croix Farm Orchard

12971 St. Croix Trail S. Hastings, MN 55033 651-437-7126 www.fischerscroixfarmorchard.com Open daily Sept. - Nov. 9:30 am - 6 pm

Grove Orchard

APPLE ORCHARDS

8455 110th St. So. Cottage Grove, MN 55016 651-459-4752 Open 9am - 6pm, Aug 15 - Nov 15

Aamodt’s Apple Farm

Havlicek’s Orchard

6428 Manning Av. Stillwater , MN 55082 (651) 439-3127 Seasonal hours June-Dec. www.aamodtsapplefarm.com

Afton South Oak Orchard 13255 50th St S Afton, MN 55001 651-436-8467 Afternoons Sat-Sun, Sept-Oct

Afton Apple Orchard

14421 90th St. S. Hastings, MN 55033 651-463-8385 www.aftonapple.com Open daily August-October, 10 a.m.6:00 p.m.

Ames Farm

11225 County Rd. 20 Watertown, MN 55388 612-955-3348 Late Aug-late Oct www.amesarm.com

Apple Jack Orchards, Inc.

4875 37th St SE Delano, MN 55328 763-972-6673 www.applejackorchards.com Call for summer berry hours. Apples, mid August-December, 10am-6pm

Applecrest Orchards

7306 24th Av.North Hugo, MN 55038 651-426-7388 Evenings and Weekends, Sept-Dec

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26526 Newport Av. Webster, MN 55088 952-758-4386 Open 4:30-6:30 pm Mon-Fri; 10 am-6 pm Sat & Sun Aug 15-Dec.

In Towne Marina

8 East Lake St. Waconia, MN 55387 952-442-2096 www.intownemarina.com For 28 years our family run business has enjoyed serving our boating customers. Boat and slip rentals available.

McDougall’s Apple Junction

14325 110th St. So. Hastings, MN 55033 651-437-6794 Open 10am - 6pm daily, Sept - Dec

Minnetonka Orchards

6530 County Rd. 26 Minnetrista, MN 55364 763-479-3191 or 763-657-1667 Open Aug-Oct, 10am - 7pm; Nov-Christmas, noon - 6pm www.minnetonkaorchard.com

Nelson’s Apple Farm

3270 Douglas Av. Webster, MN 55088 952-461-3355 10am-6pm, Mon-Sat; 1-6pm Sun. Aug 15-Dec 19 www.nelsonsapplefarm.com

Pine Tree Apple Orchard

450 Apple Orchard Rd. White Bear Lake, MN 55110 651-429-7202 www.pinetreeappleorchard.com Open June-February, seasonal hours

Minnesota Harvest

8351 Old Hwy. 169 Jordan, MN 55352 952-492-2785 www.minnesotaharvest.net Open Mon-Sat, 9am-7pm Aug-Oct; 9am-6pm Nov-Dec; 11am-5pm Jan-Mar. Closed Sundays.

Sunshine Orchard

River Heights Marina Inc. & River Heights Yacht charters 4455 66th St. East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 651-455-4974 (Marina) 651-263-3364 (Yacht Charters) www.riverheightsyachtchartes.com www.riverheightsmarina.com

Padelford Packet Boat Company

6315 250th St. East Hampton, MN 55031 651-452-9625 Open seasonally, Aug-Nov.

Harriet Island St. Paul, MN 55107 651-227-1100, 800-543-3908 www.riverrides.com

Thompson’s Hillcrest Orchard

St Croix Boat and Packet Company

6271 250th St E Elko, MN 55020 952-461-2055 Late August through October, Monday - Saturday, 10am - 6pm and Sunday, noon - 6pm

Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Apple House 3675 Arboretum Dr. Chanhassen, MN 55317 952-443-1409 (1 mile west of Arboretum) Open daily Sept - Oct 31, 10:00 - 6:00 pm

525 South Main St. Stillwater MN 55082 651-430-1234 www.andiamo-ent.com

Sea Note Cruises

Lake Minnetonka, MN 55331 Stillwater, MN 55082 952-944-7464 www.seanotecruises.com

Taylors Falls Scenic Boat Tours

Minneapolis Parks

www.minneapolisparks.org 612-230-6400

Ramsey County Parks

www.co.ramsey.mn.us/parks 651-748-2500

Saint Paul Parks

www.ci.stpaul.mn.us/depts/parks 651-226-6400

Rice County Parks

www.co.rice.mn.us/parks 507-332-6105

Scott County Parks

www.threeriversparkdistrict.org 763-694-7880

Sherburne County Parks www.co.sherburne.mn.us 763-241-2700

Washington County Parks www.co.washington.mn.us 651-430-8370

Wright County Parks

www.co.wright.mn.us/department/parks 763-682-7693

Victoria Valley Orchard

37200 Wild Mountain Rd. Taylors Falls, MN 55084 651-465-6315 www.wildmountain.com

Afton State Park

Whistling Well Farm

Spirit of the Water 5734 Sturgeon Lake Rd. Red Wing, Minnesota 55066 800-222-7077, ext. 2297 www.treasureislandcasino.com

MINNESOTA PROFESSIONAL SPORTS TEAMS

www.nps.gov/grpo/index.htm

4304 North Victoria St. Shoreview, MN 55126 651-484-4500 Open 9am - 6pm daily, Aug-Nov. www.victoriavalleyorchard.com 8973 South St. Croix Trail Hastings, MN 55033 651-998-0301 www.whistlingwellfarm.com Seasonal hours, Sept-Oct, 10am - dark

White Barn Orchard

Treasure Island Resort & Casino

Lightning, Women’s Soccer, USL 651-917-8326 www.mnthunder.com

Northfield , MN 55057 507-645-5207 Open Sept-Oct, Wed-Sun, 10am-7pm

Lynx, Women’s NBA

Wisp-O-Willow

Minnesota Vixen Women’s Professional Football

Forest Lake, MN 55025 651-462-5149

BIKING TRAILS

For information on the variety and location hundreds of trails in the Twin City Area go to www.mntrails.com or www. dnr.state.mn.us/state_trails/list.html

BOATING ACTIVITIES Afton House Inn & AftonHudson Cruise Lines 3291 St. Croix Tr. S. Afton, MN 55001 651-436-8883; 1-877-436-8883 www.aftonhouseinn.com

612-989-5151 www.wnba.com/lynx

651-270-6115 www.minnesotavixen.com

Saint Paul Saints, Northern League 651-644-6659 www.saintsbaseball.com

Swarm, NLL, LaCrosse 651- 726-8240 www.mnswarm.com

Thunder Soccer, USL 651-917-8326 www.mnthunder.com

Local State Parks

www.dnr.state.mn.us 652-296-6157

NATIONAL & STATE PARKS www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/afton/ index.html

Grand Portage National Monument

Mississippi National River and Recreation Area www.nps.gov/miss/index.htm

North Country National Scenic Trail www.nps.gov/noco/index.htm

Pipestone National Monument www.nps.gov/pipe/index.htm

Saint Croix National Scenic River www.nps.gov/sacn

Superior National Forest

218-720-5324 www.superiornationalforest.org

Voyageurs National Park

www.nps.gov/voya/index.htm

William O’Brien State Park

www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/ minnesota_valley/index.html

SKI AREAS Afton Alps Recreation Area

Timberwolves, NBA

www.aftonalps.com 6600 Peller Av. S., Hastings, MN 55033 1-800-328-1328 , 651-436-5245

5201 Piper Rd. Mound, MN 44254 952-472-3098 www.al-almas.com

Twins, MLB

Buck Hill Ski & Snowboard Area

BayView Event Center and Charter Cruises

612-333-8828 www.vikings.com

Al & Alma’s Supper Club and Charter Cruises

687 Excelsior Blvd. Excelsior, MN 55331 952-470-8439 www.bayviewevent.com

Gondola Romantica - Stillwater

612-989-5151 www.nba.com/timerwolves 612-375-7454 * 800-33-Twins www.mntwins.com

Vikings, NFL Wild, NHL

651-726-8240 www.wild.com

AREA PARKS

www.buckhill.com 15400 Buck Hill Rd, Burnsville MN 55306 952- 435-7174

Hyland Ski and Snowboard Area www.hylandski.com 8800 Chalet Rd., Bloomington, MN 55438 763-694-7800

Welch Village Ski and Snowboard

425 East Nelson St. Stillwater, MN 55082 651-439-1783 www.gondolaromantica.com

Anoka County Parks

www.welchvillage.com 26685 Co. Rd. 7 Blvd., Welch, MN 55089 651-222-7079

Gondola Romantica - Edina

Carver County Parks

Wild Mountain Ski Area

www.co.carver.mn.us/parks 952-466-5250

7499 France Av. South Edina, MN 55435 952-232-0288 www.gondolaromantica.com

In Towne Marina

8 East Lake St. Waconia, MN 55387 952-442-2096 www.intownmarina.com For 28 years our family-run business has enjoyed serving our boating customers. Boat and slip rentals available.

Museum of Lake Minnetonka PO Box 178 Excelsior, MN 55331 952-474-2115 www.steamboatminnehaha.org

www.anokacountyparks.com 763-757-3920

Dakota County Parks

www.dakotacounty.us/parks 952-891-7000

Elk River Parks

www.ci.elk-river.mn.us 763-635-1150

Goodhue County Parks

www.co.goodhue.mn.us/departments/ publicworks/parks.aspx 651-385-3000

Hennepin County Parks/Three Rivers Park District www.threeriversparkdistrict.org 763-599-9000

www.wildmountain.com Taylors Falls, MN 55084 651-465-6315

RACE CAR PARKS Elko Speedway

www.elkospeedway.com 26350 France Av., Elko, MN (952) 461-7223 (American).

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