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Dave Berglund 651.283.6346

Jon Brewer 507.210.0900

Tami Bryan 612.327.5122

Amy Cloudt 952.838.5052

Tracy Corcoran 612.424.5099

Brenda Fischer 507.301.8294

Sonja Freeland 507.202.2378

Tim Freeland 507.581.5038

Jesse & Deb Graber 507.645.1191

Millie Harbaugh 952.210.6157

John Jefferies 507.210.3846

Leigh Jefferies 612.290.1430

Darvin & Anne Laue 507.254.6145

Paul Reiland 952.292.5999

Jan Sasse 612.685.2902

Bob Stangler 507.581.9373

Jesse Steed 507.301.6785

Meg Tilley 651.485.5558

Rachel VanDenBoom 507.645.1178

Jenni Welch 507.384.4334

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Linne Jensen 612.309.2174

Sid & Martha Kasper 612.483.1323

Larry Larson 612.298.9268

Closing Manager

1281 Bollenbacher Dr. (Hwy. 3 S.)

507-645-4491 or 800-646-4491 Please visit our professionals at www.northfield.edinarealty.com or mobile website, m.edinarealty.com

✤ Enjoy a large selection of domestic and

imported wines, craft beers and spirits. ✤ Check out our everyday in-store

wine sales featuring fabulous wines and incredible values. ✤ Friendly and knowledgeable staff. ✤ Conveniently located at the corner

of Fifth and Water Streets. ✤ Profits directly support our community.

116 Fifth Street West ✤ Monday-Saturday 9am-10pm 645-5153 ✤ www.ci.northfield.mn.us

Welcome to Northfield! Northfield Minnesota has been named Best Place to Retire by Money.com in its Retirement Guide 2015! Why visit and reside in Northfield? • 45 minutes south of Minneapolis • Home of Carleton and St. Olaf colleges • Active retirement community • Beautiful countryside • Mix of affordability and economic growth that characterizes much of the Twin Cities region We are a family friendly community that cares for our elders and educates the next generation of leaders. Thanks for choosing Northfield, we’re glad you’re here!

801 Washington Street Northfield, MN 55057

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A vibrant, 19th century river town with a blend of unparalleled characteristics and opportunities to enjoy Minnesota at its best! Whether youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a long-time resident or a visitor to this lively city situated on the banks of the Cannon River, Northfield offers something unique to everyone. Welcome to our wonderful city!

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Livability.com

2015 Best Places to Retire

2015 Top 100 Best Small Towns

Winner: One of 20 best places for well-rounded retirement

No. 33 in the country

“There are two orchestras, a dance troupe, a theater company and a choir. Also, like many campus towns, Northfield is walkable. Amid the Gothic buildings you’ll find florists, restaurants, wine bars, clothing stores and antiques shops.”

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“Students at Carleton and St. Olaf colleges help lower the median age in Northfield to 27, but this city attracts many families and young professionals. The Northfield Public Schools district is well respected, and residents have access to 35 parks along with a long-standing Northfield Hospital. Many downtown buildings have been preserved and are prime examples of late 19th and early 20th century architecture.”

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Sophisticated Care. Neighborhood Convenience. We’re small enough to know you and big enough to offer the specialty care you need.

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This is Northfield Welcome Home Northfield is the place I’ve called home for more than 30 years! If you’re considering calling it your home as well, contact me and I’ll make sure we find you the right home, that best fits you and your family’s needs. I’ve been helping people buy and sell real estate in Northfield for more than thirteen years, and I’d love to add you to the list of happy customers. My assistant Chris and I will make sure you’re taken care of, from start to finish, no matter how long it takes. With a combined total of nearly twenty-five years in real estate business, you’ll be in very good hands! If you need help with mortgage, let Jeff Simison with Tradition Mortgage help! Jeff’s expertise and follow through will help make the whole loan process as easy as possible. He’ll help find you a loan that is customized to your individual needs, that will best fit your home purchase. So contact us and let us help you with your move, whether to Northfield, or anywhere else in Minnesota or Wisconsin. We will make sure ALL your Real Estate needs are handled. Log on to www.briantrebelhorn.com to search for homes and learn more about real estate, or www.traditionmortgage.com/jeffsimison to pre-qualify for a home loan. From start to finish – no games, no hassles, no hidden agendas. Just hard work, honesty and integrity – the way Real Estate SHOULD be!

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SHOPPING

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beautiful antiques. Explore the town to discover shoes, one of a kind gifts, fun accessories, new and used books and much more, including imported treasures, pottery and clothing and jewelry – some of which is made right here in Northfield. Larger, well-known stores are just a short distance from downtown. Wherever you shop, you’ll enjoy friendly, small town service.

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Recreation

orthfield and the surrounding area offer diverse recreational opportunities. Many of these offerings are provided by the local schools, while others are available through clubs, associations and organizations. Area golf courses

The Northfield area offers a number of courses for golfers of any skill level, novice to pro. The Northfield Golf Club is a semi-private course that allows non-members to golf on weekdays and weekends. Willingerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Golf Club, located 10 miles west of Northfield, is also a public course. There are also seven other courses within a 20-mile radius of town.

Cross Country Skiing

Carleton arboretum has a 14.5 kilometer intermediate level trail, open for public use.

Ice Skating & Hockey

Indoor skating is available at the Northfield Arena nearly the entire year. Outdoor rinks are located beside Northfield Arena and at city parks and colleges.

Other Activities

Numerous sports including baseball, softball, tennis, gymnastics, dance, and more can be joined through individual organizations. Northfield is also home to a local YMCA and the Northfield Senior Center, both of which offer ongoing activities.

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Willingers Golf Club is an award winning operation that offers the quality and ambiance for terrific daily-fee golf, golf outings, casual dining and a memorable setting for banquets, weddings and meetings.

Willingers Golf Club MN 6797 Canby Trail Northfield, MN 55057 (952) 652-2500

Bowling

Go out and have some fun! Jesse James Lanes is a very modern and up-to-date bowling center with everything you need to enjoy yourself. New synthetic lanes and automatic scoring, game room, cocktail lounge, banquet room, food service and free lessons for those who would like to improve their game. For more information and specials, go to jessejameslanes.com.

Mill Towns State Trail

Bicyclists will enjoy a varied landscape between Northfield and Dundas on the three miles of the Mill Towns State Trail. Starting in Northfield from Laurel Court behind the Kwik Trip store on Minnesota Highway 19, trail users can enjoy glimpses of the Cannon River as they travel south toward Dundas. The trail is being developed to connect the Sakatah Singing Hills Trail and the Cannon Valley Trail, making it possible to travel from Red Wing to Mankato. For trail maps, visit www. milltownstrail.org.

Outdoor Pool

In the summer of 2007, the city of Northfield opened its new $2.85 million outdoor swimming pool at Old Memorial Field. The pool features a zero-depth entry point, lap lanes, a diving board, climbing wall, concessions and giant blue and white poolside umbrellas that offer shaded poolside seating. For more information call 507-645-1837

or visit www.ci.northfield.mn.us/ parksandrec/pool.

Skate Park

In the summer of 2015 , the city opened a 4,000 square-foot skate park at Old Memorial Field. The park was a result of 10 years of work, much of which was led by the Northfield Skateboard Coalition. The $154,000 park was constructed by California-based Wally Hollyday Skateparks. In late June, members of the coalition presented the city with a $58,000 check.

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People who play together stay together! Bumper Bowling for the young ones. Great Birthday Party Idea!

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Snowmobiling

A 42.5 mile trail starts in Sechler Park and winds through forests, open fields and pastures.

Big Woods State Park

Located southeast of Northfield, Nerstrand Big Woods State Park is made up of one of the last remnants of Big Woods vegetation along with rolling hills and valleys, traversed by Prairie Creek and its waterfalls. In 1854, the original woods contained about 5,000 acres. During the 1930s, major clear-cutting was done on several hundred acres of the park. So in the late 1930s and 40s many people tried to protect the area and to preserve it as a state park. By 1945, the state had acquired much of the Big Woods remaining and a state park was established by the Legislature. For more information call 507-333-4840 or visit www.dnr.state. mn.us/state_parks/nerstrand_big_ woods/.

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EVENTS

n Northfield, the gathering of community is encouraged during many events throughout the year. Whether garden tours, Girls Night Out, a community Easter egg hunt, farmers market, youth events, or one of several ethnic celebrations, there is something to draw attention to every interest. Many are familiar with Northfieldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s large annual celebration that honors its brave residents for their heroic stand against the James-Younger Gang in 1876. The city and surrounding communities also offer many more events for residents and visitors to enjoy.

Defeat of Jesse James Days Held each year the first weekend after Labor Day, Northfield is packed with activities, parades and bank raid re-enactments. Defeat of Jesse James Days is the largest all volunteer-operated celebration in Minnesota and draws more than 100,000 people to town. In addition to the now famous bank raid reenactments, there is a carnival, rodeo, car show, grand parade, bingo, art and craft shows, music events, bike races and many events, bike races and many food booths. For more information visit www.djjd.org.

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Fourth of July

Vintage Band Festival - 2016

Northfield holds an old-fashioned, family-focused Fourth of July celebration each year, including a dazzling fireworks display at nightfall.

The Vintage Band Festival, an international music event held every three years in Northfield, is a 4-day celebration featuring 30 bands from across the United States and abroad with 100 concerts showcasing a variety of genres, ethnic influences and period-style performances. Auxiliary events surrounding the festival are: vintage base ball, ballroom-style dance, vaudeville entertainment, Battle of the Bands, Massed Civil War Bands Concert, Lunch Listen & Learn concerts, historical musical instrument exhibit, Sunday music in area churches, and the Early Brass Festival gathering of the Historic Brass Society (New York). All performances are free and open to the public. For more information, visit www.vintagebandfestival.org.

Crazy Daze Crazy Daze is a shopping promotion among Northfield’s retail community on the fourth Thursday in July during which area retailers feature many specials and offer phenomenal deals on merchandise. The event is sponsored by the Northfield Area Chamber of Commerce. For more information call 507-645-5604 or 800-658-2548 or visit www.northfieldchamber.com.

Rice County Fair The Rice County Fair Board puts on the annual Rice County Fair in July held at the fairgrounds in Faribault. Food vendors, rides, animals, live entertainment, the beer garden and a number of events held at the Grandstand attract crowds of people. For more information, visit http://ricecountyfair. net/.

JuneBug Festival of Music

Each June, local and regional musicians descend on downtown to sing and play – both inside and out. For more information call 507-645-1665 or visit www.northfieldjunebug.com.

Riverwalk Market Fair Enjoy the art of a summer Saturday each week, strolling along the Cannon River between Second and Fifth Streets, where vendors set up shop to offer artisan foods, produce and works of art. For more information call 507-786-9700 or visit www.riverwalkmarketfair.com.

Annual Community Events and Festivals Spring-Summer Community Memorial Day Celebrations JuneBug Music Festival Crazy Daze Fourth of July Celebrations Rice County Fair Theater in the Park Dakota County Fair

Fall-Winter

Defeat of Jesse James Days Veterans’ Day Celebration Turkey Trot Winter Walk St. Olaf Christmas Festival Jingle Bell Run

Steam & Gas Show Rice County Steam & Gas Engines Inc. holds annual shows on Memorial and Labor Day weekends at its grounds along Minnesota Highway 3 South. For more information call 507-645-4336 or visit www.ricecountysteamandgas.com.

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Annual Watershed Wide Cleanup Join the Cannon River Watershed Partnership (CRWP) for the Annual Watershed Wide Cleanup the third Saturday in September to help beautify the Cannon River in Northfield. Walking and canoe access sites will be available. Groups from across the watershed are participating in this annual cleanup - one of the largest volunteer events in our watershed. There are a range of volunteer duties to fit a variety of abilities - registration, picking up and hauling trash, serving snacks, etc. Families welcome but children must be supervised at all times. Make a difference in your community and

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Cemetery Stories Every year around Halloween, actors stand next to the graves of historical Northfield residents in the cemetery and tell their life tales. Sponsored by the Northfield Historical Society, this event is guaranteed to entertain. For more information call 507-645-9268 or visit www.northfieldhistory.org.

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Winter Walk Experience downtown Northfield by candlelight during the annual Winter Walk held the first Thursday evening of December. Enjoy unique shops and fine dining, caroling, horse-drawn carriage rides and an evening of old-fashioned holiday fun. The event is sponsored by the Northfield Area Chamber of Commerce. For more information call 507-645-5604 or 800-658-2548 or visit www.northfieldchamber.com.

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ARTS

s Northfield continues to grow and prosper, city officials and local residents are looking at ways to further the city’s reputation as an “arts town.” Since the day in the mid-1800s when Ann North carted a piano across the frozen Cannon River, arts in all forms have blossomed in the city.

The celebration of music can be enjoyed by all during countless concerts, recitals and shows including the popular Rock & Roll Revival put on by musically talented high schoolers, the annual JuneBug Festival of Music, and performances by singing groups of all ages, as well as local and regional bands and orchestras. Not only home to many musicians, professional performers, artists and writers, the city also offers a plethora of cultural and artistic opportunities. Supported by the many events that take place yearround at St. Olaf and Carleton colleges, Northfield has become known as an arts destination. There are several art galleries

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ACCESSORIES open to the public and the local school system places a strong emphasis on its art and music programs. Northfield is home to the Northfield Arts Guild. Since 1959, the Northfield Arts Guild has been serving artists in the community and visitors, as well, featuring theatrical performances. The City’s Arts and Culture Commission advises the city council on the development of the arts in Northfield and coordinates special projects. The commission’s sidewalk poetry initiative offers local poets the opportunity to have their work stamped into the city’s sidewalks. In addition to classes for youth and adults, St. Olaf and Carleton colleges also have art galleries open to the public. And as Northfield and Dundas continue to develop a reputation for the arts, the mission has been adopted by local businesses, the colleges and even the city government. The Weitz

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Discovering Northfield Northfield is located on the northern edge of southeastern Minnesota. State Highway 19 and 3 intersect in Northfield and connect the city with interstate 35 on the west and U.S. Highway 52 on the east. The Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul are just 35 miles to the north; Rochester is 50 miles to the southeast. The drive to the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport takes approximately 40 minutes.

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history

t was John W. North who gave Northfield its name. North, a New York attorney, travelled to the Minnesota Territory with his family in 1849 and founded Northfield in 1855. Area farmers grew wheat, which was ground into nationally acclaimed flour. As the dairy industry gained prominence, the milling industry continued and the city became a commercial and cultural center for farmers. In 1866 and 1874, Carleton and St. Olaf colleges were founded and the city became known as a center for education.

On Sept. 7, 1876, the James-Younger Gangâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s failed bank raid on the First National Bank changed the course of local history. People around the world soon learned of the heroic effort of local townspeople to chase off the bank robbers, and the city gained an international reputation for foiling the bank robbery which led to the demise of the James-Younger gang. The city now annually honors the bravery witnessed on that day during its Defeat of Jesse James Day celebration. However, despite being overshadowed by the bank raid, many other historical events have taken place in Northfield. In 1886, famed author Mark Twain is rumored to have visited the city and even sign the guest book at the local YMCA. In 1897, Northfield resident Link Fey built one of Minnesotaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first successful automobiles. In the early 1900s, the local high school was one of the first to field a girls basketball team. And over its 150+ years, Northfield has been the home of noted literary, political and industrial giants. Many of the buildings in Northfieldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s historic downtown have been imaginatively adapted for the business needs of today while still looking as they did over a century ago. The Northfield Historical Society, located downtown, provides exhibits, archives and a bundle of knowledge for those interested in learning more about the history of Northfield. Visit www.northfieldhistory.org or call 507-645-9268.

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orthfield is not your typical small town. With two of the nation’s best liberal arts colleges, the community boasts a highly educated and skilled workforce, a high level of community engagement, and a widely diversified commercial and industrial base. The town’s roots are in agriculture and milling – still reflected in Post Consumer Brands’ two manufacturing plants – but its future is in new technologies. From flexible circuits to software to transportation and logistics, Northfield has a solid business base in a wide range of industries.

Key Community Facts: • Located in Rice and Dakota counties in southeastern Minnesota • Located in the Northfield School District • Located 35 minutes south of the Twin Cities, Minnesota Highways 19 and 3 intersect in Northfield, and connect the city to Interstate 35 and Minnesota Highway 52. • Telephone area code is 507 • U.S. Postal Service Zip Code is 55057 • The estimated population is 20,007, according to 2010 U.S. Census Bureau statistics. • The estimated population of Rice County is 64,142 according to 2010 U.S. Census statistics. For the Northfield community profile visit www.ci.northfield.mn.us

More about Northfield • Major employers include St. Olaf and Carleton colleges, Post Consumer Brands, the Northfield School District, Multek Flexible Circuits, McLane Minnesota, Northfield Hospital, the city of Northfield, Allina Medical Clinic and Three Links Care Center, Cub Foods, Laura Baker Services Association, Northfield Retirement Community, Cardinal Glass and Target. • Northfield does not have an airport of its own but is located only 35 miles from Minneapolis/ St. Paul International Airport in Bloomington and 12 miles from Faribault Municipal Airport in Faribault.

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By the numbers, Northfield is a great place to locate a business.1 POPULATION

City of Northfield: 20,0072 Northfield Trade Area: 38,899

DEMOGRAPHICS (Northfield Trade Area)

Median Age: 32.9 years Population 18+: 77.3%

• The city of Northfield has assisted economic development projects with tax-exempt bonds, tax increment financing and other public financing tools. For more information visit the city’s Web site at www.ci.northfield.mn.us or call 507-645-3069. • Northfield is becoming home to a burgeoning senior population who are coming for the abundant cultural and artistic offerings, educational opportunities and convenient housing options. The city is home to senior housing that ranges from independent living designed with seniors in mind, to assisted-living facilities to full-care, long-term facilities. Many seniors feel they can still stay active in such a small, close-knit community, but also live in a space designed to fit their needs. • Although the city of Northfield continues to become more urban, there still is a large amount of farming that takes place in the larger Rice

County area. U.S. Census statistics say there were more than 1,290 farms in the county in 2002 and more than 248,000 acres of farmland. • Medical services in Northfield are primarily provided by Northfield Hospital and Allina Medical Clinic, though several alternative services are available as well. The hospital opened in its new location in 2003 and offers a range of medical services. The hospital is available at 507-646-1000. Allina Medical Clinic Northfield also provides a range of services and can be reached at 507-663-9000. In addition, Northfield Urgent Care, newly opened in 2009, provides non-emergency health services. Northfield Urgent Care can be reached at 507-664-9999. The prestigious Mayo Clinic opened a radiation treatment facility near Northfield Hospital in July, 2011. The free-standing structure serves area cancer patients with the latest technology.

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Race/Ethnicity: White: 94% Hispanic/Latino: 4.6% All other: 1.4% Educational Attainment: High School Graduate or Equivalent: 29.3% Some College or Associate Degree: 28.4% Bachelor’s Degree: 20.1% Graduate or Professional Degree: 13.4% Households: Family Households: 73.5% Non-family Households: 26.5% (Single Person Households: 20.8%) Owner-occupied Housing: 76.2% Median Year Householder Moved In: 1994 Median Home Value: $250,324 Median Household Income: $71,077 Average Household Net Worth: $535,488 All figures from a University of Minnesota Extension Service Market Area Profile (2009), unless otherwise noted. 2 2010 U.S. Census Bureau estimate. 1

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• Northfield contains several libraries that are open to the public. The Northfield Public Library offers more than 80,000 titles of books, movies and periodicals. For more information call 507-645-6606 or visit www.ci.northfield. mn.us/library. Carleton and St. Olaf colleges also provide large collections available to the public. Carleton College’s Laurence McKinley Gould Library can be reached at 507-222-4260 or at apps.carleton.edu/campus/ library. St. Olaf has four libraries and can be reached at 507-786-3224 or www.stolaf.edu/library. Northfield residents not affiliated with the colleges may apply for user privileges at the circulation desks.

• The Northfield community is proud of its vast park system, including areas designated for everything from sports activities to exercising your dog. Northfield’s 30-plus parks total more than 400 acres. Most are neighborhood parks serving the immediate area, but several are configured to meet the needs of our visitors. For more information about parks, call 507-645-8833 or visit www.ci.northfield.mn.us/parksandrec. • Dundas has three parks used for baseball games, enjoying nature and family outings. For more information call 507-645-6565. • Additionally, the Northfield area is surrounded by various county and state parks.

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Northfield’s largest employers are highly stable companies and organizations, in recession-resistant industries like breakfast cereal production, education, and healthcare. MAJOR EMPLOYERS

Post Consumer Brands 861 830 St. Olaf College Carleton College 690 542 Northfield Hospital Northfield Public Schools 500 McLane Company 450 Multek Flexible Circuits 430 Cardinal CG 140

Northfield has a broad industrial and commercial base. Highly Educated Workforce A strong public education system – including traditional schools and innovative charter schools – make this an attractive place to raise a family. Northfield is also home to two of the nation’s leading liberal arts colleges – Carleton and St. Olaf. Students, faculty, staff and alumni contribute to one of the best-educated communities in the region. Combine that with the traditional values, ingenuity and work ethic of a resourceful rural community, and you’ve got a can-do workforce capable of meeting almost any employment need.

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As a regional commercial center, Northfield has an established base of businesses and professional services to support almost any manufacturing or service need, from agricultural implements to banking and legal services, engineering to fabrication prototyping, healthcare to higher education.

EMPLOYMENT BY INDUSTRY Agriculture 2.6% Construction 7.4% Manufacturing 12.4% Wholesaling 3.1% Retailing 8.1% Transportation/Utilities 5.1% Information 1.7% FIRE 4.3% Services 53.1% (includes education) Public Administration 2.2%

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s Northfield grows, so do the neighboring communities, each offering their own unique heritage, shopping centers and cultural experiences. When youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in town be sure to visit our neighboring communities that offer a lot of small-town charm.

Dundas Dundas is showing residential and commercial growth at a quickening pace, but still retains the picturesque beauty of a historic river town. It offers those interested in history four sites on the National Historic Registry to explore: a church, a mill and two 19th century homes. Attractions for visitors and local residents include the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Class B Dundas Dukes baseball team, walking and snowmobiling trails. The city also sits on the Mill Towns State Trail. For more information about the city of Dundas call 507-645-2852 or visit www.cityofdundas.org. Dundas City Hall is located at 216 Railway St. in Dundas.

Lonsdale To see a good example of the growth in Rice County, look to our neighbor to the west: Lonsdale. The city is expected to double in size during the next 25 years. Located west of Interstate 35 on Minnesota Highway 19, Lonsdale was settled when the Milwaukee Railroad Company placed a station there. Farming has kept the community alive and thriving through the years and now more and more people are settling there. Lonsdale Community Days.

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In recent years, city officials have focused on growing the local economy, building a strong industrial park and giving the downtown a new look. Each year the community celebrates Community Days in August. The event features games, a craft sale, a street dance and much more. For more information, call City Hall at 507-744-2327 or visit the city’s website at www.lonsdale.govoffice.com.

Randolph Randolph is another railroad town founded at the turn of the century. The fire department’s annual chicken barbecue is the big celebration of the year and is held the third Saturday of August. For more information, call Randolph City Hall at 507-263-3797.

Cannon Falls

Another growing community in Rice County is Dennison. Dennison’s City Council is looking to bring industry and housing into the community.

Cannon Falls to the east along Minnesota Highway 19 also offers visitors many activities. It’s known for its biking, hiking, skiing, canoeing and tubing. Cannon Falls is also home to the Cannon River Winery, which crafts a variety of awardwinning white, red, blush, port and specialty wines.

For more information, call Dennison City Hall at 507-645-7732.

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he homes and neighborhoods of Northfield are a fascinating blend of the historic, traditional and contemporary; and new developments have remained sensitive to facilitating community connections.

Close to Northfieldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s city center you will find tree-lined streets and predictable lots with classic homes including craftsman, Victorian, and colonial, to name a few. The growth in the latter half of the 20th century included custom-built ranch houses placed along curvilinear streets and cul-de-sacs. In more recent years, large distinctive homes were built, and the Northfield area has seen a number of townhome, twinhome and single home developments. Also, there are a variety of apartment options for those who prefer to rent. Living options for seniors include retirement condominiums, assisted living and apartments. For relocation information, contact the Chamber of Commerce, 507-645-5604 info@northfieldchamber.com www.northfieldchamber.com

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nown as a community that supports education, Northfield is home to two prestigious liberal arts colleges and supports its public schools.

Strong Public Schools The Northfield School District has a reputation for offering strong programs in academics, the arts and athletics from elementary grades through high school.The district offers half-day or all-day kindergarten programs, a pre-school and Early Childhood Family Education opportunities. The district has a state-of-the-art Northfield Middle School and the high school offers a strong college preparation curriculum, including Advanced Placement courses and a Senior Honors program in which seniors can take courses at either St. Olaf or Carleton colleges.

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Educational Alternatives Also included within the district are two public charter schools: Prairie Creek Community School, which serves students in grades kindergarten through fifth, and Arcadia Charter School, a school that serves students in grades six through 12. The district also boasts an Area Learning Center, open to the public. For more information about Northfield’s public schools, call 507-663-0600 or visit www.nfld.k12. mn.us/.

Private Schools Northfield has private school options as well. The Laura Baker School is a private, day school for children with developmental disabilities in grades first through 12th. For more information, call 507-645-8866 or visit www.laurabaker.org/. St. Dominic’s Catholic School is accredited and has full-time students in kindergarten through sixth grade. Seventh- and eighth-graders participate in a sharedtime program with Northfield Middle School. For more information, call 507-645-8136 or visit school.churchofstdominic.org/.

Home to Two Colleges Any city would be excited to be the home of either St. Olaf College or Carleton College, but Northfield has the proud distinction of being home to both. Perenially ranked among the nation’s best liberal arts colleges, both institutions add culture, academic opportunity and diversity to the community. St. Olaf College is a leader in the number and

percentage of students who study abroad. Each year, hundreds of students travel to one of the college’s offcampus international or domestic programs. As many as nine college guides have ranked St. Olaf among the best liberal arts colleges. Still, the campus prides itself on being excellent, not elite. St. Olaf is a private college but a public place. For more information visit www.stolaf.edu. Founded in 1866, Carleton offers a top-rated education and a variety of cultural and recreational amenities to its students and faculty and to the community. It is annually ranked as one of U.S. News & World Report’s top-five liberal arts colleges in the nation. For more information visit www.carleton.edu.

Opportunities The Cannon Valley Elder Collegium provides an academic experience in the humanities for students age 50 and older. For more information visit www.cvec.org/. Northfield Montessori offers full- and part-time childcare and a Montessori education for children 6 weeks to 6 years. Montessori Children’s House provides education to children ages 2 to 6 years. Northfield also has other pre-school and nursery school options, including one operated by the school district called Hand in Hand. The school district also operates a full community education slate. Visit www.nfld.k12.

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