Guide to Greater Mankato Fall/Winter 2009-2010 by Greater Mankato

Welcome to Greater Mankato!

Add to these assets Greater Mankato’s convenient location, outstanding business development and community services, citizen commitment, premier health care and award-winning Known as “A Little Twin Cities, A Lot Minnesota,” Greater school system, and you’ve got the perfect community for visitors, Mankato offers all of the services you’d expect in a major metro residents and businesses to thrive. To learn more about these area along with the charm and hospitality of a close knit community features and services, check out pages 4 and 5. community with a rich history. We welcome the opportunity to tell you more about our great Whether visiting for a day or enjoying for a lifetime, Greater community! For more information on visiting Greater Mankato, Mankato has something for everyone. Nestled in the scenic contact the Greater Mankato Convention and Visitors Bureau Minnesota River Valley, Greater Mankato is a haven for outdoor at 800.657.4733. For resident and business information, call enthusiasts who enjoy the area’s abundant wildlife, water and Greater Mankato Growth, Inc. at 800.697.0652. recreation activities. In addition to the scenic beauty of the Minnesota River, there are numerous lakes throughout the area. Greater Mankato also has more than 60 parks and 50 miles of paved trails for walking, biking or skating. And for the more active outdoor enthusiasts there are hills to climb up or ski down. Sports, entertainment and cultural events are also plentiful in Greater Mankato. With 5,000 seats and additional meeting spaces, the Verizon Wireless Center hosts concerts, conventions, trade shows and sporting events. With a thriving arts community, Greater Mankato is home to theatre, music, dance, visual and written arts programs provided by a variety of community groups. Greater Mankato is also a retail center, with hundreds of stores and restaurants, ranging from large national retailers to quaint local shops.

Anna Thill President Greater Mankato Convention & Visitors Bureau, LLC

Jonathan Zierdt President & CEO Greater Mankato Growth, Inc.

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Table of Contents Greater Mankato Information

Where to Stay

Entertainment

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Where to Eat

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What to Do

History

Arts & Culture

Attractions

Recreation & Leisure

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Where to Shop

Where to Worship

Area Communities

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The Official 2009/2010 Fall/Winter Guide to Greater Mankato For more information about Greater Mankato please contact:

Greater Mankato Convention & Visitors Bureau Verizon Wireless Center One Civic Center Plaza, Suite 200 Mankato, MN 56001 visitgreatermankato.com visitors@greatermankato.com 800.657.4733

Greater Mankato Growth Your Chamber of Commerce & Economic Development organization

1961 Premier Drive, Suite 100 Mankato, MN 56001 greatermankato.com info@greatermankato.com 800.697.0652

GREATER MANKATO INFORMATION

Location

Government Offices

Greater Mankato is centrally located less than two Greater Mankatoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s city and county officials are hours southwest of Minneapolis-St. Paul and one and ready to serve you. a half hours west of Rochester. City of Mankato 507.387.8600 City of Mankato 24-hour Information Line 507.387.8555 City of North Mankato 507.625.4141 Blue Earth County 507.389.9100 Nicollet County 507.387.4556

Visitor Services

Transportation

Whether by road or air, Greater Mankato has never been more accessible. Roadways connecting the Greater Mankato area are enhanced on an ongoing basis to accommodate the dramatic growth in economic activity throughout the region. The Mankato Regional Airport offers chartered flight services, and commercial flights are available just a short 75 minute drive away at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Road Conditions 800.542.0220 Bus Services Greater Mankato Transit Greyhound/Jefferson Lines

507.625.RIDE 507.625.5071

Taxi and Shuttle Services Kato Cab Land to Air Express Living Life Limo Reliable Transportation Taxi Pros

507.388.7433 507.625.3977 507.345.5466 507.276.5821 507.344.TAXI

Greater Mankato Convention and Visitors Bureau, LLC, is a subsidiary organization of Greater Mankato Growth, Inc., which provides a variety of services to visiting organizations. Any organization wishing to host a convention, conference, tournament or tradeshow is encouraged to contact the Convention and Visitors Bureau to help with arrangements, including finding the right facilities and lodging, helping with media and pubic relations, providing visitor information and assisting with event planning and support. For information go to greatermankato.com/visitors-home or call 800.657.4733 or 507.385.6660. See the area communities on page 41 for information about other communities surrounding Greater Mankato.

Business & Community Development

Greater Mankato Growth, Inc. is the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s integrated chamber of commerce and economic development organization, serving the Greater Mankato regional marketplace. Greater Mankato Growth is committed to providing effective, integrated business development, business trade and traffic and community development programs that make Greater Mankato a wonderful place to live and do business. For information on Greater Mankato Growth go to greatermankato.com or call 800.697.0652.

Airports Mankato Regional Airport 507.625.1511 Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport Lindbergh Terminal 612.726.5555 Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport Humphrey Terminal 612.726.5800

Climate/Weather

The changing of the seasons and the variety of weather make Greater Mankato an interesting place to live and visit. July is the hottest month of the year, with a high temperature averaging 83 degrees Fahrenheit and the low averaging 61 degrees. There are approximately 15 days when the temperature exceeds 90 degrees. January is typically the coldest month of the year, with an average high temperature of 23 degrees and average low of 2 degrees. Greater Mankato receives its share of precipitation, with an average of 33 inches annually.

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Health Care A major contributor to Greater Mankato’s outstanding quality of life is the area’s impressive health-care system. Greater Mankato’s medical organizations have continued to expand their services, minimizing the need to travel for specialty medical treatment. And if you do require outside services, there’s the comfort of knowing that there are other specialized medical resources available just a few miles away in Rochester and the MinneapolisSt. Paul area. Hospitals ISJ Regional Medical Center— Mayo Health System

507.625.4031

Clinics ISJ Clinic (3 Mankato-North Mankato locations)507.385.6500 Mankato Clinic (3 Mankato-North Mankato locations)507.625.1811 NOW Care Medical Center 507.625.7684 Open Door Health Center 507.388.2120 Nursing Homes Hillcrest Health Care Center Mankato House Health Care Center Oaklawn Health Care Center Pathstone Living

507.387.3491 507.345.4631 507.388.2913 507.345.4576

Assisted Living Facilities/ Retirement Communities Autumn Grace Senior Services 507.388.3660 Cedar Haven 507.625.1512 Keystone Communities of Mankato 507.388.2148 Laurels Edge Assisted Living 507.386.2133 North Point Senior Living Community507.344.0059 Oak Terrace Assisted Living 507.387.2037 Pathstone Living 507.345.4576 Primrose Retirement Communities 507.388.9292 Realife Cooperative 507.388.6354 Sterling House 507.386.1779 Sunrise Cottage of Mankato 507.345.8787 WillowBrook Co-op 507.388.2886 Community Involvement Community commitment is a characteristic shared by citizens, officials and businesses throughout Greater Mankato. All consistently work together to ensure that Greater Mankato continues to offer an outstanding quality of life. The community also has a large number of service groups, many specifically targeting youth. For information on volunteering in Greater Mankato, visit mankatounitedway.org and click on volunteer.

For complete Greater Mankato community information, visit greatermankato.com/community.php

Education From preschool to higher education, Greater Mankato offers premier educational opportunities. A record of academic excellence and commitment to life-long learning are evident in Greater Mankato’s colleges, universities, private and public school system (which ranks in the top17 percent nationally). Public Schools Mankato Area Public Schools (K-12) 507.387.1868 Charter & Parochial Schools Good Shepherd Lutheran School (LCMS) (K-7) 507.388.4336 Grace Christian School (Baptist) (K-9) 507.388.9355 Immanuel Lutheran School (CLC) (K-12) 507.345.3027 Loyola Catholic Schools (K-12) 507.388.2997 Maranatha Christian Academy (New Creation) (3-12) 507.388.3909 Mount Olive Lutheran School (ELS) (K-8) 507.345.7927 Risen Savior Lutheran School (WELS) (K-8) 507.388.6624 Riverbend Academy Charter School (7-12) 507.387.5524 Colleges & Universities Bethany Lutheran College, Mankato 507.344.7000 Gustavus Adolphus College, St. Peter 507.933.8000 Minnesota State University, Mankato 507.389.1822 Rasmussen College, Mankato 507.625.6556 South Central College, North Mankato 507.389.7200 Trade Schools Cosmetology Training Center, Mankato 507.345.4033 Media Greater Mankato’s many media outlets offer up-to-date information and entertainment to fit every taste and lifestyle. Newspaper The Free Press Radio KMSU 89.7 FM News, Talk, Music KATO 93.1 FM New Country KDOG 96.7 FM Adult Hits KXLP 94.1 FM Classic Rock KQYK 95.7 FM Active Rock KEEZ 99.1 FM Hot Adult Contemporary KXAC 100.5 FM Oldies KRRW 101.5 FM Classic Country KYSM 103.5 FM New Country KRBI 105.5 FM Classic Rock KTOE 1420 AM Local News, Talk, Weather, Sports KFAN 1230 AM Sports Television KEYC TV Channel 10 or 12 CBS Affiliate Local News at Noon on weekdays; 6 p.m. Mon.-Sat.; 10 p.m. daily FOXChannel 29 FOX Affiliate Local News: 9 p.m. Weekdays

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AmericInn Hotel & Conference Center H-7 507.345.8011 240 Stadium Road, Mankato 800.634.3444 80 americinnmankatomn.com Budget Host Inn C-5 507.388.1644 1255 Range Street, Mankato 800.822.2521 50 budgethost.com Butler House Bed & Breakfast F-6 507.387.5055 704 S. Broad Street, Mankato Full Breakfast 5 butlerhouse.com Comfort Inn E-11 507.388.5107 131 Apache Place, Mankato 800.228.5150 56 comfortinn.com/ires/hotel/mn413 Country Inn & Suites D-11 507.388.8555 Hotel & Conference Center 800.456.4000 101 1900 Premier Drive, Mankato countryinns.com/mankatomn C-5 507.387.3332 Days Inn 1285 Range Street, Mankato 800.DAYS.INN 50 daysinn.com Fairfield Inn E-11 507.386.1220 141 Apache Place, Mankato 800.228.2800 64 marriot.com/mktfi GrandStay Residential Suites D-10 507.388.8688 1000 Raintree Road, Mankato 877.388.STAY 53 grandstay.net Hilton Garden Inn E-6 507.344.1111 20 Civic Center Plaza, Mankato 877.STAY-HGI 118 mankatodowntown.stayhgi.com 507.388.1880 Holiday Inn Express Hotels & Suites 88 2051 Adams Street, Mankato E-12 hiexpress.com/mankatomn Mankato City Center Hotel E-6 507.345.1234 (formerly Holiday Inn) 101 E. Main 877.345.5577 151 Street, Mankato mankatomnhotel.com

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Microtel Inn & Suites 200 St. Andrews Drive, Mankato microtelinn.com Riverfront Inn C-8 507.388.1638 1727 N. Riverfront Drive, Mankato riverfrontinnofmankato.com Super 8 B-5 507.387.0600 Jct. of Hwy 169 N. & Hwy. 14, Mankato 800.800.8000 super8.com

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Nearby Accommodations Henderson House 104 N. 8th St., Henderson

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Campgrounds Bray Park 6018 Connor Road, Madison Lake Camp Patterson 5050 Patterson Rd., Madison Lake Daly Park 11056 571st Lane, Mapleton Land of Memories Campground Hawley Rd., Mankato Minneopa State Park Campground Hwy. 60, Mankato

Point Pleasant Campgrounds 507.931.1537 400 Sheppard Cir., Madison Lake Reinbold Sportsmen Campground 507.931.8814 P.O. Box 48, Eagle Lake Sakatah Trail Campground 507.524.3000 501 Cheery Ave., Madison Lake Shady Oaks Campground 507.387.8649 P.O. Box 284, Garden City

507.243.3611 507.234.5440 507.243.3886 507.546.3986

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Resorts The Boatlanding Restaurant & Resort 805 Main, Madison Lake Wise Stop Resort NE Lake Jefferson, Cleveland Beaver Dam Resort RR 1 Box 202, Cleveland Harborage RR 1, Cleveland Lakeview Resort 22175 624 Avenue, Madison Lake

Sakatah Trail Resort 507.243.9898 RR 1 Box 174, Madison Lake Silver’s Resort 507.931.1843 P.O. Box 205, Madison Lake Summer Breeze Resort 507.931.5650 RR 1 Box 167, Cleveland 507.931.5970

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Address 101 Main Street, Mankato 222 E. Walnut Street, Mankato 1900 Adams Street, Mankato 11 Telemark Drive, Mankato 1861 Madison Avenue, Mankato 1111 Range Street, North Mankato 920 Madison Avenue, Mankato 229 Belgrade Avenue, North Mankato 708 N. Riverfront Drive, Mankato 1028 N. Riverfront Drive, Mankato 291 St. Andrews Drive, Mankato 330 Stadium Road, Mankato 1700 Madison Avenue, Mankato Highway 169, North Mankato 316 Mound Avenue, Mankato 1711 Lor Ray Drive, North Mankato 201 N. Victory Drive, Mankato 1600 Warren Street, Mankato 1010 Raintree Road, Mankato 1861 Adams Street, Mankato 1901 E. Madison Avenue #200, Mankato 718 Mound Avenue, Mankato 1123 Range Street, North Mankato 1790 Madison Avenue, Mankato 1890 Madison Avenue, Mankato 520 S. Front Street, Mankato Junction Highway 22 & 14, Mankato 609 S. Front Street, Mankato 1400 Lake Washington, Kasota 34166 State Hwy 99, St. Peter 2030 Adams Street, Mankato 1770 E. Madison Avenue, Mankato 1857 E. Madison Avenue, Mankato 625 Madison Avenue, Mankato 1170 S. Riverfront Drive, Mankato 408 Belgrade Avenue, North Mankato River Hills Mall, Mankato 1600 Warren Street, Mankato River Hills Mall, Mankato 1876 E. Madison Ave, Mankato 1751 N. Victory Drive #100, Mankato 617 S. Front Street, Mankato 1601 Monks Avenue, Mankato 222 E. Walnut Street, Mankato 1712 Commerce Drive, North Mankato 424 S. Front Street, Mankato 253 Belgrade Avenue, North Mankato 1600 Warren Street, Mankato 12 Civic Center Plaza, Mankato 301 St. Andrews Drive, Mankato 1325 E. Madison Avenue, Mankato River Hills Mall, Mankato 708 N. Riverfront Drive, Mankato 1028 N. Riverfront Drive, Mankato Civic Center Plaza, Mankato 410 South Front Street, Mankato 1400 E. Madison Avenue, #210, Mankato 1750 Commerce Drive, North Mankato 1600 Warren Street, Mankato

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101 Main, City Center Hotel 507.345.1234 American Legion, Club Post 11 507.345.3529 Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar 507.386.1010 Applewood 507.625.4105 Baker’s Square 507.345.4240 Best Webster’s Restaurant & Lounge 507.625.9333 Charley’s Restaurant 507.388.6845 Christy’s Cafe 507.387.2881 Eagle’s Club 507.345.4737 Elk’s Lounge 507.345.3568 Famous Dave’s 507.385.1223 Green Mill 507.625.5225 Grizzly’s Grill-n-Saloon 507.385.1600 Happy Chef Restaurant 507.388.2953 507.388.2953 Lor Ray Deli Mart 507.387.3718 Moose Lodge 507.345.4002 Noodles 507.385.1166 Northwoods Cafe & Grill 507.720.0909 Old Country Buffet 507.387.1190 Panera Bread 507.387.7694 Pathstone Cafe 507.345.74576 Perkins 507.345.5021 507.385.1595 Red Lobster 507.386.7007 RedSky Lounge 507.625.8131 TGI Friday’s 507.625.8443 Wagon Wheel 507.625.9604 Westwood Bar, Restaurant, & Marina 507.243.9998 Whiskey River 507.934.5600 Wow! Zone 507.625.BOWL China Buffet 507.385.0858 China Star 507.625.8073 China Wok 507.388.5959 Eastern Buffet 507.625.8889 Hunan Garden 507.625.8199 Leeann Chin 507.388.8833 507.625.8833 Magic Wok 507.388.8311 Mongolian Gril 507.388.4550 Pho Saigon 507.625.2300 Tonn’s Grocery & Restaurant 507.388.5710 Yu’s Chinese 507.389.9886 American Legion, Club Post 11 507.345.3529 Big Dog Sport Cafe 507.386.8463 Blue Bricks 507.386.1700 Bobby Joe’s Pub 507.388.8999 Boomtown 507.625.9264 Buffalo Wild Wings 507.625.9464 507.385.9464 Busters 507.389.8999 The Buzz 507.345.6777 Eagle’s Club 507.345.4737 Elk’s Lounge 507.345.3568 Haze 507.625.4293 Hazzard 507.382.9230 Hooligans 507.625.9904 Hott Shotts Bar & Grill 507.625.4141 Johnny B’s 507.625.6276

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507.345.1446 119 S. Front Street, Mankato 507.345.8855 1430 Second Avenue, Mankato 507.387.799 202 S Victory Drive, Mankato 507.345.1909 524 N. Riverfront Drive, Mankato 507.345.4002 201 N. Victory Drive, Mankato 507.388.1441 1030 Madison Avenue, Mankato 507.387.8974 1028 N. Riverfront Drive, Mankato 507.625.6500 500 S. Front Street, Mankato 507.625.8131 520 S. Front Street, Mankato 507.387.75113 1006 N. River Drive, Mankato 507.387.3439 Hwy 169 N., North Mankato 507.388.7767 414 S. Front Street Mankato 507.625.9751 301 Belgrade Ave. North Mankato 507.385.0072 526 South Front Street, Mankato 507.625.8175 200 E. Walnut Street, Mankato 507.345.3308 1120 Madison Avenue, Mankato 507.388.8000 12 Civic Center Plaza, Ste 1B, Mankato 507.345.1516 301 N. Riverfront Drive, Mankato 507.625.BOWL 2030 Adams Street, Mankato 507.625.2591 634 S. Front Street, Mankato 507.385.1913 1720 Commerce Drive, North Mankato 507.345.1103 RiverHills Mall, Mankato 507.625.6101 1901 Madison Avenue, Mankato Coffee Creek 507.344.1441 1400 E. Madison Avenue, Mankato Coffee Hag 507.387.5533 329 N. Riverfront Drive, Mankato Dunn Brothers 507.345.3866 1854 Madison Avenue, Mankato 507.345.1334 1745 Commerce Drive, North Mankato Fillin’ Station 507.344.0345 630 S. Front Street, Mankato The Grind Coffee House 507.625.5552 1608 Warren Street, Mankato The Hub 507.388.4822 1600 Warren Street, Mankato Smiley Cup 507.380.3692 1395 E. Madison Avenue, Mankato Starbucks 507.625.9070 2010 Adams Street, Mankato Cold Stone Creamery 507.344.8152 1600 Warren Street, Mankato Culver’s Frozen Custard 507.344.1554 1856 Madison Avenue, Mankato and Butterburgers 507.345.1680 1680 Commerce Drive, North Mankato Dairy Queen 507.345.1575 521 Hope Street, Mankato 507.388.6451 25 Stoltzman Road, Mankato 507.388.1375 River Hills Mall, Mankato Inta Juice 507.345.8423 1600 Warren Street, Mankato Mom & Pop’s Ice Cream 507.386.1438 629 N. Riverfront Drive, Mankato Red Cherry Frozen Yogurt 507.388.8833 River Hills Mall, Mankato Arby’s 507.344.0002 520 S Riverfront Drive, Mankato 507.385.0535 1855 Madison Avenue, Mankato Auntie Anne’s Pretzels 507.625.4040 River Hills Mall, Mankato Burger King 507.345.5516 1318 S. Riverfront Drive, Mankato 507.385.0535 1404 Madison Avenue, Mankato Culver’s Frozen Custard 507.344.1554 1856 Madison Avenue, Mankato and Butterburgers 507.345.1680 1680 Commerce Drive, North Mankato Erbert & Gerbert’s Subs & Clubs 507.386.0708 501 S. Front Street, Mankato 507.385.1919 1780 Madison Avenue, Mankato Great Steak & Potato 507.389.9097 River Hills Mall, Mankato Jimmy John’s 507.388.4999 1600 Warren Street, Mankato Johnny B’s 507.625.6276 1600 Warren Street, Mankato Kentucky Fried Chicken 507.387.3611 1110 Madison Avenue, Mankato 507.387.7502 River Hills Mall, Mankato Long John Silvers 507.387.5383 1060 Madison Avenue, Mankato Lor Ray Deli Mart 507.387.3718 1711 Lor Ray Drive, North Mankato Massad’s 507.387.7111 River Hills Mall, Mankato McDonald’s 507.345.3370 1411 Madison Avenue, Mankato 507.625.7199 150 W. Lund Court, Mankato 507.625.7559 1921 Adams Street, Mankato Mr. Goodcents Subs & Pastas 507.625.2368 1100 S. Riverfront Drive, Mankato Orange Julius/Karmel Korn 507.345.1712 River Hills Mall, Mankato Sbarro 507.387.6372 River Hills Mall, Mankato

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507.345.SUBS 2116 Hoffman, Mankato 507.388.SUBS River Hills Mall, Mankato 507.625.7827 401 Patterson Avenue, Mankato 507.386.SUB1 1881 E. Madison Avenue, Mankato 507.388.7821 1750 Commerce Drive, North Mankato 507.345.6159 1819 E. Madison Avenue, Mankato 507.386.8226 1040 E. Madison Avenue, Mankato 507.625.4975 River Hills Mall, Mankato 507.625.TACO 1601 Lor Ray Drive, North Mankato 507.388.2836 2112 N. Broad Court, Mankato 507.625.1888 1545 E. Madison Avenue, Mankato 507.625.6317 River Hills Mall, Mankato 507.345.1234 101 Main Street, Mankato 507.625.4105 11 Telemark Drive, Mankato 507.388.6845 920 Madison Avenue, Mankato 507.345.7585 1880 Adams Street, Mankato 507. 386.1001 20 Civic Center Plaza, Mankato 507.625.6776 1812 S. Riverfront Drive, Mankato 507.345.1516 301 N. Riverfront Drive, Mankato 507.386.7167 503 Belgrade Avenue, North Mankato 507.388.1222 1600 Warren Street, Mankato 507.385.1887 1851 Madison Avenue, Mankato 507.625.2406 1524 Tullemore Drive, Mankato 507.387.4455 1630 Madison Avenue, Mankato 507.359.7073 1802 Commerce Drive, North Mankato

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Mankato Family YMCA 1401 S. Riverfront Drive, Mankato 507-387-8255 www.mankatoymca.org

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Emma Krumbee’s Restaurant, Orchard & Farm Minnesota’s Family Fun Destination Orchard - U-Pick apples, pumpkins, strawberries and raspberries, and Farmer’s Market through October. Christmas trees in December. Restaurant - Home-cooked meals and fresh baked goods. Open seven days a week. General Store - Country home decor and gifts. Fresh floral arrangements for all occasions. Fizzy’s Soda Fountain serving hand-dipped ice cream, malts, sundaes and Emma’s fresh baked pies and pastries. AmericInn & Suites - All the charm and comfort of down on the farm. 40 guest rooms and suites. Ask about our accommodations and meeting space for groups. 1-800-634-3444 BUS TOURS WELCOME! Call ahead for group packages. (952) 873-3006

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26 th Annual Scarecrow Festival Sept. 12 - Oct. 31st

ENTERTAINMENT There’s lots to do when the sun goes down in Greater Mankato. From the city center to the hilltop, from bars and pubs to theatres and bowling alleys, you’ll find plenty of places to have a good time.

Civic Center Verizon Wireless Center 1 Civic Center Plaza 507.389.3000 verizonwirelesscenter.com E-6 Theatres Cinemark Movies 8 River Hills Mall 507.625.3553 D-10 katoinfo.com/mankatomovies

The Buzz River Hills Mall 507.345.6777 thebuzzmankato.com D-10 Chopper’s 521 S. Front Street 507.625.5090 E-6 Haze 12 Civic Center Plaza 507.625.4293 E-6

Cine 6 Theatre 220 Stadium Road 507.625.1763 H-7 katoinfo.com/mankatomovies

Hooligans Madison East Center 507.625.9904 hooligansmankato.com E-9

Maverick 4 Theatre 12 Civic Center Plaza E-6 507.344.0200, 507.344.4444 katoinfo.com/mankatomovies

Johnny B’s 1610 Warren Street 507.625.6276 H-7

Bowling and Recreation Jerry’s Dutler’s 1247 Range Street 507.387.3439 jerrydutlersbowl.com C-5 WOW! Zone 2030 Adams Street 507.625.BOWL wowzonefec.com E-11 Bars & Pubs Mankato Blue Bricks 424 Front Street 507.386.1700 E-6 Boomtown 1610 Warren Street 507.625.9264 boomtownmankato.com H-7 Buffalo Wild Wings 12 Civic Center Plaza 507.625.9464 E-6 301 St. Andrews Drive 507.385.9464 C-10 buffalowildwings.com Buster’s 1325 Madison Avenue 507.389.8999 bustersbar.com E-9

Loose Moose Saloon and Conference Center 119 S. Front Street 507.345.1446 E-6 Mac’s Bar 1430 Second Avenue 507.345.8855 D-7 Midtown Tavern 524 N. Riverfront Drive 507.345.1909 midtownmankato.com E-6 Mettler’s Bar 117 S. Front Street 507.388.6885 E-6 Mully’s On Madison 1030 Madison Avenue 507.388.1441 E-8 Mum’s the Word 12 Civic Center Plaza 507.625.5565 E-6 Oleander Saloon 701 N. Riverfront Drive 507.625.9710 D-7 Pub 500 500 S. Front Street 507.625.6500 pub500.com E-6 RedSky Lounge 520 S. Front Street 507.625.8131 E-6

Rounders 416 S. Front Street 507.388.7767 E-6 Rumors Lounge 1247 Range Street 507.387.3439 C-5 South Street Saloon 515 S. Front Street 507.625.9795 E-6 Sugar Room 200 E. Walnut Street 507.625.8175 E-6 Tavern on the Avenue 1120 Madison Avenue 507.345.3308 thetavontheave.com E-8 Underground Bar & Grill 12 Civic Center Plaza, Suite 1B 507.388.8000 E-6 What’s Up Lounge 701 N. Riverfront Drive 507.625.9911 D-7 Wine Café 301 N. Riverfront Drive 507.345.1516 winecafebar.com E-6 North Mankato Big Dog Sports Café 1712 Commerce Drive 507.386.8463 bigdogsportscafe.com D-3 Bobby Joe’s Pub 253 Belgrade Avenue 507.388.8999 E-5 Circle Inn 232 Belgrade Avenue 507.625.9667 E-5 Roadhouse 169 Hwy. 169 N. 507.387.7511 D-6 Spinners Bar 301 Belgrade Avenue 507.625.9751 E-5

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WHAT TO DO SEPTEMBER

Children’s Museum of Southern Minnesota Exhibits August 29, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Blue Earth County Library greatermankatoevents.com or cmsouthernmn.org

MSU Mavericks: Men's Football vs. Bemidji State September 5, 6 p.m.; Blakeslee Stadium, MSU; msumavericks.com 8th Annual U of M Open House September 10, 4 p.m.-8 p.m. A fun-filled event for all ages, backgrounds and interests that includes exhibits and displays, games and activities, as well as trolley and wagon rides, Goldy Gopher, Kids' Sanctioned Power Pedal Pull, MN-grown food and wine samples, farm animals, corn maze, door prizes and more. Southern Research and Outreach Center; sroc.cfans.umn.edu/ In Concert — Scottie Miller September 10, 7:30 p.m.-9 p.m.; Halling Recital Hall, Performing Arts Center, MSU; mnsu.edu/music/events/ or scottiemiller.com

Pride 5K Fun Run/1-mile Walk September 12, 9 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Part of the Mankato Pride Festival; proceeds benefit the South Central MN Pride organization; Sibley Park; scmnpride.org/

MSU Mavericks: Mens Football vs. Wayne State/ Taste of Mankato September 19, 6 p.m.; MSU campus; msumavericks.com/schedule.php? sid=1#6796

Play, “One Flea Spare” September 16-19, 7:30 p.m.; Andreas Theatre, Performing Arts Center, MSU; msutheatre.com/

33rd Annual Car Show & Swap Meet September 20, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Nicollet County Fairgrounds, St. Peter; clubs.hemmings.com/autorestorers In Concert — Minnesota River Valley Wind Ensemble September 20, 3 p.m. Halling Recital Hall, Performing Arts Center, MSU; mnsu.edu/music/events/

Bethany Fall Festival September 18-20 The weekend includes Family Weekend, Alumni Reunions (those alumni who graduated in a calendar year ending in a 4 or 9), plus Arts on the Green, Theatre Physics, the Norseman 5k Run, and Vikings mens and womens soccer. Bethany Lutheran College; blc.edu/events/calendar/?event=7171 Theatre Physics September 18, 7 p.m. & 9 p.m. September 19, 7 p.m. & 9 p.m. September 20, 2 p.m. Theatre Physics features original skits with plenty of physical comedy. Tickets are free but advance reservations are strongly recommended; call 507.344.7374. Bethany Lutheran College; blc.edu/events/calendar/?event=7389

Minnesota Shorts Festival of Plays September 11-12 A collection of the best short plays from around the state. Adult shows are at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Friday, September 11; all ages shows are 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Saturday, September 12; Lincoln Community Theater, 110 Fulton St., Mankato; mnshorts.tripod.com/

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Women’s Show September 26, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. More than 100 exhibitors ranging from health & beauty, financial health, home decor and apparel. The show will also feature the ISJ Wellness Center with information and screenings for women, the Liv Aveda Spa, HyVee Court and more. Verizon Wireless Center; greatermankatoevents.com or isjauxiliary.org Southern Minnesota Wedding Expo September 27, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. More than 65 exhibitors, style shows at dress store booths and the Wedding Cafe to enjoy lunch and view table decorations. Tickets are $8 in advance or $10 day of show. Verizon Wireless Center; eventsandexpos.com or weddingshow.php Annual Handbell Concert September 27, 3 p.m. Belgrade United Methodist Church; riverbendbells.org/

OCTOBER Pumpkin Land Weekends throughout October A family-friendly farm market south of Mankato with a petting zoo, games and wagon rides to the pumpkin patch. Vernon Center; 507.549.3313 Play, “Into the Woods” October 1-3, 7:30 p.m; October 3-4, 2 p.m. Ted Paul Theatre, Performing Arts Center, MSU; msutheatre.com MSU Mavericks: Mens Football vs. Augustana, Homecoming & Hall of Fame Game October 3, 3 p.m.; Blakeslee Stadium, MSU; msumavericks.com Cambria Crush: The Annual Great Grape Stomp October 3, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Harvest Festival with competitive grape stomping! Dancing and revelry throughout the afternoon. Stompers must pre-register for this event. Morgan Creek Vineyards; morgancreekvineyards.com

RiverCrossings Art Fair in Motion October 3-4, 12 p.m.-5 p.m. Visit the studios of local artists, purchase original pieces of artwork, and experience first hand what the St. Peter, Mankato, and North Mankato area has to offer. greatermankatoevents.com or rivercrossingsart.org Say Cheese & Savor the Wine! October 3, 1:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. This educational event held during the Grape Stomp and Harvest Festival will sample and rate the selected Morgan Creek Vineyards wines and locally produced cheeses; advanced reservations are required. Tickets sold at winery and St. Peter Food Coop for $20. Morgan Creek Vineyards; morgancreekvineyards.com Play, “Into the Woods” October 1-2, 7:30 p.m. October 8-10, 7:30 p.m; October 10-11, 2 p.m. Ted Paul Theatre, Performing Arts Center, MSU; msutheatre.com In Concert — Poet Phillip Bryant and Jazz Pianist Carolyn Wilkins October 8, 7:30 p.m. Performance features Wilkins’ original jazz compositions inspired by Bryant’s poems. Halling Recital Hall, Performing Arts Center, MSU; mnsu.edu/music/events/

Minneopa State Park Prairie Restoration October 10, 12:30 p.m.-2 p.m. Harry Meyering Center is sponsoring its sixth annual Prairie Restoration Project in conjunction with Minneopa State Park and the Department of Natural Resources. Participants will gather, sort and scatter seeds in hopes of restoring native plants. Minneopa State Park Play, “Twelve Angry Men” October 15-17, 7:30 p.m.; October 17-18, 2 p.m.; October 21-24, 7:30 p.m.; October 24-25, 2 p.m. Andreas Theatre, Performing Arts Center, MSU; msutheatre.com/ Dark Shadow Mansion Haunted Attractions October 16-17 October 23-24 October 30-31, 7:00-10:30 p.m. 295 St. Andrews Drive, Mankato 507.388.6301 MSU Mavericks: Mens Football vs. MSU Moorhead October 17, 1 p.m.; Blakeslee Stadium, MSU; msumavericks.com MSU Mavericks: Mens Football vs. Southwest Minnesota State October 24, 1 p.m.; Blakeslee Stadium, MSU; msumavericks.com

History Fest October 8-10 Get a taste of what it was like in days gone by! Children receive hands-on lessons making learning about history fun! Jack McGowan’s Farm, 2001Hawkeye Lane; historyfest.com

Los Lonely Boys Acoustic Brotherhood Tour October 25, 7 p.m.; Verizon Wireless Center; greatermankatoevents.com or verizonwirelesscenter.com

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Swap and Sale for Winter Sports Equipment October 30-November 1; Mount Kato Ski Area; 507.625.3363 or mountkato.com/events.php 6th Annual Halloween Fun Run & Walk Presented by Riversedge Hospital and Clinic October 31, 8 a.m.; St. Peter Community Center Halloween Costume Jib Fest October 31; Mount Kato Ski Area; 507.625.3363 or mountkato.com/events.php

NOVEMBER Resident Artist Show November 1-December 1, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Twin Rivers Center for the Arts located in the Emy Frentz Arts Guild; greatermankatoevents.com/ www.twinriversarts.org Art Lecture and Reception November 5, 6 p.m.; Ylvisaker Fine Arts Center, Bethany Lutheran College; blc.edu/events/calendar/ ?event=7568 Play, “Tartuffe” November 6-7, 6:30 p.m.; November 8, 1 p.m. November 13-15, 6:30 p.m.; November 16, 1 p.m. Bethany Lutheran College Theater; blc.edu/events/calendar

Play, “A Christmas Carol” November 12-14, 7:30 p.m.; Novmber 14-15, 2 p.m. November 19-21, 7:30 p.m.; November 21-22, 2 p.m.; Andreas Theatre, Performing Arts Center, MSU; msutheatre.com Broadway Review November 23; Bethany Lutheran College Theatre; blc.edu/events/calendar/ ?event=7718 Play, “A Christmas Carol” November 28, 7:30 p.m.; November 28-29, 2 p.m. Andreas Theatre, Performing Arts Center, MSU; msutheatre.com Playhouse Disney Live November 29, 1:30 p.m. In this brand new live show, Mickey Mouse plans a spectacular music party for all his friends. Verizon Wireless Center; greatermankatoevents.com or verizonwirelesscenter.com

DECEMBER Rochelle Koberoski and Gail McKissick Exhibit December 1-January 1, 2010, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Twin Rivers Center for the Arts located in the Emy Frentz Arts Guild Play, “Rocky Horror Show” December 2-5, 7:30 p.m.; December 4-5, 12 a.m. Andreas Theatre, Performing Arts Center, MSU; msutheatre.com/ Christmas Concert December 3-6, 3 p.m.; Bethany Lutheran College, blc.edu/events/calendar/ ?event=7418

Play, “A Christmas Carol” November 12-15, 7:30 p.m.; November 15, 2 p.m. Andreas Theatre, Performing Arts Center, MSU; msutheatre.com

Jeff Dunham December 4, 8 p.m. Ventriloquist Jeff Dunham brings his undeniable talent and unstoppable laughs to Mankato; Verizon Wireless Center; verizonwirelesscenter.com

Fall Bridge Dance Concert December 4-5, 7:30 p.m.; December 5, 2 p.m. Ted Paul Theatre, Performing Arts Center, MSU; msudance.com/ A Betsy-Tacy Victorian Christmas December 5, 1 p.m.-3 p.m.; Betsy and Tacy’s Houses, 332 Center Street, Mankato; greatermankatoevents.com or betsy-tacysociety.org Christmas at the Hubbard House December 6, 1 p.m.-4 p.m.; December 7, 5 p.m.-8 p.m. R. D. Hubbard House; greatermankatoevents.com or bechshistory.com Play, “The Bald Soprano” December 8-9, time TBD; Bethany Lutheran College; blc.edu/events/calendar/ ?event=7719 “Scrooge...Danced Like the Dickens” December 12-13, 2 p.m.; East High School Dance Conservatory of Southern Minnesota; dcsmdance.com Mankato Ballet Company presents “The Nutcracker” December 19, 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. December 20, 2 p.m. Mankato West High School mankatoballet.com Live Music: The Nosmo King Band December 31; Mount Kato Ski Area; 507.625.3363 or mountkato.com/events.php

JANUARY Live Music: The Murphy Brothers January 16; Mount Kato Ski Area; 507.625.3363 or mountkato.com/events.php

Minnesota Valley Chorale Fall Concert November 14, 7:30 p.m. November 15, 3 p.m. www.minnesotavalleychorale.org

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Play, “Twelfth Night” January 28-30, 7:30 p.m.; January 30-31, 2 p.m.; February 3-6, 7:30 p.m.; February 6-7, 2 p.m.; Andreas Theatre, Performing Arts Center, MSU; msutheatre.com Live Music: Smalltime January 30; Mount Kato Ski Area; 507.625.3363 or mountkato.com/events.php

FEBRUARY Big Bobber Ice Fishing Contest February 6; Lake Washington at Squirrel’s Nest Landing, Westwood Marina (northeast of Mankato); msumavericks.com

Live Music: The Fabulous Fat Heads February 27; Mount Kato Ski Area; 507.625.3363 or mountkato.com/events.php

MARCH Dance Show March 3, time TBD; Bethany Lutheran College, Theater; blc.edu/events/calendar/ ?event=7721 Mount Kato Spring Fling March 6; Mount Kato Ski Area; Pond skim, Skier/Boarder X & much more! 507.625.3363 or mountkato.com/events.php

APRIL Musical, “42nd Street” April 8-10, 7:30 p.m.; April 10-11, 2 p.m. April 15-17, 7:30 p.m.; April 18, 2 p.m.; Ted Paul Theatre, Performing Arts Center, MSU; msutheatre.com Spring Play April 9-10, 7:30 p.m.; April 11, 2 p.m.; April 16-17, 7:30 p.m.; Bethany Lutheran College Theater; blc.edu/events/calendar/ ?event=7439 The Gustavus Jazz Lab Band Home Concert 2010 April 10, 7:30 p.m.; Gustavus Adolphus College, Bjorling Recital Hall; gustavus.edu/calendar/16285 The Gustavus Symphony Orchestra Home Concert April 11, 1:30 p.m.; Gustavus Adolphus College, Christ Chapel; gustavus.edu/calendar/16286

Play, “Beauty Queen of Lenane” March 24-27, 7:30 p.m.; Andreas Theatre, Performing Arts Center, MSU; msutheatre.com

Play, “Virgin Territory” April 21-24, 7:30 p.m.; Andreas Theatre, Performing Arts Center, MSU; msutheatre.com

Live Music: Tim Waters and Friends February 13; Mount Kato Ski Area; 507.625.3363 or mountkato.com/events.php

Acting Showcase April 23, time TBD; Bethany Lutheran College; blc.edu/events/calendar/ ?event=7724

Play, “On the Razzle” February 18-20, 7:30 p.m.; February 20-21, 2 p.m.; February 25-27, 7:30 p.m.; February 27-28, 2 p.m. Ted Paul Theatre, Performing Arts Center, MSU; msutheatre.com

Spring Collection Dance Concert April 29-30, 7:30 p.m.; May 1, 2 p.m.; Ted Paul Theatre, Performing Arts Center, MSU; msudance.com

Choraliers February 20, 7:30 p.m.; February 21, 2 p.m.; February 26, 7:30 p.m.; Bethany Lutheran College, Theater; blc.edu/events/calendar/ ?event=7426 Ski & Board for Echo Food Shelf February 26, 4 p.m.; Mount Kato Ski Area; 507.625.3363 or mountkato.com/events.php

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HISTORY OF GREATER MANKATO

Mankato was originally named “Mahkato” (meaning greenish-blue earth) by its early inhabitants, the Dakota. Mankato is located at the confluence of the Minnesota and Blue Earth Rivers. In 1852, Parsons K. Johnson and Henry Jackson staked claims along these banks and founded the town of Mankato. The city was established on land purchased in a treaty between the U.S. government and the Dakota; breaking of this treaty by the government lead to the U.S.-Dakota Conflict of 1862. North Mankato, which sits just across the river, was established in 1898. The first bridge between North Mankato and Mankato was the Veterans Memorial Bridge constructed in 1880, representing an interdependence and partnership between the cities that still continues. Today, many memorials and buildings exist to commemorate the diverse and important history that has shaped the Greater Mankato area. For more information visit: Blue Earth County Historical Society, 415 E. Cherry Street in Mankato, 507.345.5566, bechshistory.com Nicollet County Historical Society, 1851 North Minnesota Avenue in St. Peter, 507.934.2160, nchsmn.org

Pioneer Memorial Park

Old Town

1351 N. Sixth Street, Mankato D-8 One of the oldest cemeteries in Mankato, it is the site of two 19thcentury burial grounds. Memorial Day services have been held at this site since the end of WWI.

Riverfront Drive, Plum to Vine Streets, Mankato E-6 Along Riverfront Drive, from Plum to Vine, are 1890s to 1900s commercial buildings that showcase some of the oldest architecture in town.

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Reconciliation Park

816 N. Second Street, Mankato D-6 This building is believed to be the oldest building in Mankato. The original structure was built of Mankato Kasota stone by George Maxfield, owner of Mankato’s first quarry. It served as the office for the nearby quarry.

Hubbard Mill

424 N. Riverfront Drive, Mankato E-6 Built in 1878 by R. D. Hubbard, it was the largest flour mill in southern Minnesota. It was originally a water powered roller mill and then was converted to steam power. The domination smokestack is a Mankato landmark.

Dakota Warrior

100 E. Main Street, Mankato E-6 The statue “Winter Warrior” was unveiled on December 26, 1987, near the site of the 1862 hanging of 38 Dakota. The statue was carved by local artist Tom Miller; it weighs two tons and stands six feet tall.

St. Peter and Paul’s Catholic Church 105 N. Fifth Street Mankato E-6 The church was built in 1873 as the parish church for the local German immigrant community. A school followed. It is one of the only pieces of land in Mankato owned by the original group.

100 N. Riverfront Drive, Mankato E-6 Reconciliation Park was dedicated on September 19, 1997. It is the site of the largest mass execution in U.S. history where 38 Dakota Indians were hanged by the government in 1862. Tom Miller sculpted the buffalo from a 67-ton block of local Kasota limestone; it is surrounded by native flowers and prairie grasses. The buffalo symbolizes the spiritual survival of the Dakota People and honors the Dakota heritage of this area. The park is a site to reflect, meditate and remember.

Union School 200 N. Broad Street, Mankato E-6 The original seat of education in Mankato sits on Broad Street between Mulberry and Plum. On this site there have been no less than three school buildings. The building is now preserved as an office building.

Post Office 401 S. Second Street, Mankato E-6 The Post Office was built in 1895 and remodeled in 1933 to the structure seen today. It is constructed of Mankato Kasota stone. The second floor was used for Federal offices and courts.

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Carnegie Library

Lincoln Park

120 S. Broad Street, Mankato E-6 Built in 1900 with a $40,000 grant from the Carnegie Foundation, the Carnegie Library served as the county and city library until 1977. It has served as a theater and is now a community art center.

200 Lincoln Street, Mankato F-6 Lincoln Park was a gift to Mankato from John H. Ray in the 1890s. In 1893, a bronze statue of a Civil War union soldier atop a fountain was added to the park. The fountain and statue were replaced by a stone tablet honoring Civil War veterans in 1935. In 1900, a Spanish American War cannon was dedicated as a memorial. The Lincoln Park neighborhood was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1995. It is one of the most intact late 19th and 20th century residential neighborhoods in outstate Minnesota. This neighborhood also includes of the childhood home of beloved children’s author, Maud Hart Lovelace

Courthouse 204 S. Fifth Street, Mankato E-6 The Blue Earth County Courthouse, built of Mankato stone and limestone, was completed on October 1, 1889, 35 years after the land was surveyed and almost $50,000 over its original $75,000 budget. It was considered the finest in the state.

Old Main 301 S. Fifth Street, Mankato E-6 Old Main sat at the center of the original Mankato Normal School. It was built in 1922 after a fire destroyed the original building. Several of the buildings that surround Old Main were once part of the original campus. As the University grew it expanded on top of the hill and operated a highland campus and valley, or lower, campus” until 1980.

Sinclair Lewis’ Summer Home 315 S. Broad Street, Mankato E-6 The J.W. Schmitt home was Sinclair Lewis’ family residence during the summer of 1919. He wrote much of Main Street in the house and was fond of taking a horse and buggy out into the bluffs to enjoy views of the Minnesota River valley. Lewis once said about Mankato, “I am here in this Minnesota town... and I like it; like the friendliness, the neighborliness and the glorious sweeps of the country round about.”

Cray Mansion 603 S. Second Street, Mankato F-6 Judge Loren Cray built this house for his wife Lulu in 1897, at the cost of $13,000. One of Mankato’s noted architects, Frank Thayer, prepared the plans for the house. The structure is of Chaska buff brick, with pink rock-faced granite used at the base of the building. A full-height circular corner tower dominates the house which was built for entertaining. There were three guest bedrooms and a ballroom on the third floor. (No inside tours available)

Betsy-Tacy

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332 Center Street, Mankato F-6 The Betsy-Tacy Society has spent the past decade preserving the legacy of Maud Hart Lovelace (1892-1980), beloved author of the famed children’s series of Betsy-Tacy books. The author is the real-life character of “Betsy” and the books are historical fiction based on her childhood memories of growing up in Mankato, the City Center fictionalized “Deep Valley.” Tacy’s Hickory Street, House serves as society Mankato F-6 headquarters, gift shop and Several historical buildings are interpretive center. Betsy’s house located in City Center Mankato: is in the process of restoration to the First National Bank, Graif its original condition. A stone Building, Lasalle and Martin bench at the top of Center Street buildings, and the Ellerbe Building bears the inscription, “To honor (formerly the First National Bank Maud Hart Lovelace, who here building), built in the Prairie School began the childhood daydreams Style, made famous by Frank Lloyd that one day would be our Wright. window to the past.” Tacy’s House is open on Saturdays from Hubbard House 1 pm to 3 pm. 507.345.9777, visit 606 S. Broad Street, betsy-tacysociety.org. Mankato F-6 Rensselaer D. Hubbard built this house in 1871. It is constructed of brick and wood on a basement of cut stone. The main house is three stories with a Mansard roof of colored slate shingles. During the remodel, the servants’ quarters, fireplaces, a bay window and office were added and all the woodwork was replaced. The house was described as one of the finest homes in Mankato. It had one of the first telephones, indoor plumbing, electricity and the most modern conveniences of the time.

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Belltower Apartments

E. St. Julien Cox House

442 Belgrade Avenue, North Mankato E-5 The first section of the North Mankato School was built in 1900. The old North Mankato school building, then known as the Eckes Building, found new life again in the 1980s when it became the Belltower Apartments.

500 N. Washington Avenue, St. Peter The Cox House is an architectural marvel, as well as home to one of St. Peter’s most prominent residents. The home was built in 1871 for E. St. Julien Cox, a Civil War officer, attorney, St. Peter’s first mayor, state senator, and eventually district court judge. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1970 and is one of the best examples of neoGothic Italianate architecture in Minnesota.

Seppman Mill 5447 Gadwall Road, Mankato The remains of a grist mill built between 1862 and 1864 by Louis Seppman can be found in Minneopa State Park. The mill was operated until 1890 and was constructed almost entirely of local building materials.

Le Sueur Fort Hwy. 66. Mankato This fort, located off of Highway 66 in Judson, is the presumed location of the trading post built by French explorer Charles Le Sueur and his party in 1700. Le Sueur was a fur trader who was also searching for copper ore to send to France. After he left, local Native Americans burned down the post. A mound rises to the right of the plaque that marks the site.

Harkin Store 6620 County Road 21, New Ulm Savor the smells and sights of an 1870s general store as you sample the wares or try a game of checkers. Chat with the costumed staff or sit on the porch and envision a steamboat plying the river below. The store was forced to close when the railroad passed by the small town of West Newton; much of its unsold inventory remained on its shelves. Harkin Store is managed by the Nicollet County Historical Society.

Red Jacket Bridge and Mill Site Hwy. 66, Mankato The railroad and highway crossing at the Le Sueur River has been both a railway and highway bridge since at least the 1870s. The railroad bridge still standing dates to the 1870s, but the highway bridge was rebuilt in the 1960s. Since the 1970s, the railroad trestle has been used as part of the Red Jacket Trail. The Red Jacket flour mill was located downstream from this point in the late 19th century.

Treaty Site History Center 1851 N. Minnesota Avenue, St. Peter The Center sits near “the crossing”used by the Dakota and French fur traders. For centuries, this fordable spot was a natural gathering point for many different cultures. In 1851, the Treaty of Traverse des Sioux was signed here between the United States and the Dakota people. The Center interprets the site’s diverse path while intertwining all of Nicollet County’s rich history.

Old City Hall 443 Belgrade Avenue, North Mankato E-5 The construction of the municipal building on the site of the former fire station marked a coming of age for the City of North Mankato. This building is now the Brandt Building.

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ARTS & CULTURE Greater Mankato is home to a variety of wonderful organizations that bring arts and culture to the region.

Mankato Ballet 507.625.7716 H-6 The Mankato Ballet is dedicated to advancing the art of dance through education, demonstration and public performances. Several performances are staged each year. mankatoballet.com Mankato Children’s Chorus 507.934.4550 The Mankato Children’s Chorus is open to all youth, first through 12th grade. The Chorus holds several concerts each year. childrenschorus.org Minnesota Valley Chorale 507.625.8278 The Chorale performs the great works of the Renaissance and Baroque eras as well as folk songs, madrigals and spirituals. minnesotavalleychorale.org Minnesota Valley Sweet Adelines 507.388.5471 The Sweet Adelines provide family friendly entertainment as well as singing Valentines. Riverblenders 507.246.5216 The Mankato Riverblenders Barbershop Chorus provides musical family entertainment. Family fun, entertainment for all ages and music with the best in barbershop harmony is a guarantee. The Merely Players Community Theatre 507.388.5483 G-5 Lincoln Community Center 110 Fulton Street, Mankato The nonprofit organization brings art to the community through its theatrical productions. The play season generally runs from October to May. merelyplayers.com Minnesota State University, Mankato, Theatre and Dance, Highland Summer Theatre 507.389.2118 H-6 Box Office 507.389.6661 The University’s Department of Theatre and Dance presents several performances each year. Theatrical productions include several works in both the Mainstage and Studio seasons each school year, as well as four Highland Summer Theatre productions. The performances are staged in either the Andreas Theatre or the Ted Paul Theatre on the MSU campus. msutheatre.com Mankato Symphony Orchestra 507.625.8880 The Mankato Symphony Orchestra presents five subscription concerts each year, as well as three Youth Concerts.

Dance Conservatory of Southern Minnesota 507.625.2005 1400 E. Madison Avenue, Mankato The Dance Conservatory provides a structured, postitive environment to learn the art of dance. dcsmdance.com Twin Rivers Center for the Arts, Emy Frentz Art Guild 507.387.1008 F-6 523 South Second Street, Mankato The Twin Rivers Center for the Arts is a one-stop shop for area arts and culture, including dance and drama, visual arts and literature, and cultural heritage and music. Located in the Emy Frentz Arts Guild, TRCA is at the heart of a growing City Center arts and culture district. The Arts Guild building houses several artist studios, as well as a gallery that hosts art exhibits, workshops and small performances. twinriversarts.org Carnegie Art Center 507.625.2730 E-6 120 S. Broad Street, Mankato The Carnegie Art Center opens new shows every month. The gallery and gift shop are open Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and Thursdays from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Exhibitions are always free to the public. Stones Throw Gallery 507.934.5655 420 N. Minnesota, St. Peter The Gallery houses original work of more than 80 incredibly talented regional artists and includes the professional goldsmith design studio of Patty Conlin. The Gallery is open to the public 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and by appointment 410 Project 507.382.9921 523 South Front Street, Mankato F-5 The 410 Project is a nonprofit art gallery and studio that was founded by three former MSU Mankato students in the spring 2003. The name derived from its original location at 410 South Front Street. In the first year there were two exhibitions a month; now each exhibit lasts for three weeks.

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August Schell Brewing Company New Ulm schellbrewery.com Founded in 1860, the August Schell Brewing Company is the second oldest family-owned brewing company in the United States, and the oldest industry in New Ulm. The brewery continues to be managed by August Schell’s fifth-generation descendants. The visitor center includes an expanded gift shop and Museum of Brewing. Visitors may also stroll though the extensive Schell’s Gardens. Morgan Creek Vineyard Rural New Ulm morgancreekvineyards.com Morgan Creek Vineyards’ underground winery provides perfect cellar temperature for wine production and creates an inviting atmosphere for visitors. The winery overlooks a magnificent oak tree surrounded by groves and vineyards. Specializing in German, French, and American style wines, the winery offers seasonal performing arts and culinary events, live music and appetizers. Rapidan Dam State Highway 66, Rapidan Built in 1911 by Consumer Power Company as a hydroelectric power generator, the Rapidan Dam now provides public and canoe access to the Blue Earth River. The 32-acre stretch of riverfront property offers views of rock bluffs, wooded hills, rapids and waterfalls on side streams. It is a largely undisturbed remnant of the “big woods” of Southern Minnesota. WOW! Zone 507.625.BOWL 2030 Adams Street, Mankato wowzone.fec.com Enjoy bowling, laser tag, mini golf and a video arcade all in one location. Party rooms are available.

Jack McGowan Farm 2001 Hawkeye Lane, Mankato 507.625.2257 Visit Jack McGowan’s Farm to enjoy many different children's activities between May and October. Families and groups are welcome to explore the grounds and to make pottery, learn how to belly dance, see live oxen, make any kind of music, check out the log house, fire the catapult, shoot the cannon or watch medieval re-enactments. Good Counsel 507.389.4200 170 Good Counsel Drive, Mankato ssndmankato.org The beautiful home for the School Sisters of Notre Dame was built on a bluff overlooking the Minnesota River valley in 1912. It still stands on 150 acres of beautiful land overlooking Mankato. Mass at the Chapel of Our Lady of Good Counsel is held daily at 11 a.m. and is open to the public. Blue Earth County Historical Society Heritage Center 507.345.5566 bechshistory.com 415 E. Cherry Street, Mankato The Heritage Center serves as the home for the BECHS’s museum, research center and store. It is open year-round on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Wednesdays through Saturdays 10 am. to 4 p.m. Grand Champion Sports Complex 507.386.0001 State Hwy. 22, Mankato Grand Champion features two 18-hole mini-golf courses, as well as a driving range and six batting cages for both baseball and softball. Vikings Training Camp MSU Blakeslee Stadium Vikings.com There’s always fun to be had when the Minnesota Vikings come to Mankato for training camp each July. Fans are

welcome to attend the practices and scrimmages at Minnesota State University, Mankato’s Blakeslee Field. Many Vikings players take time to sign autographs for fans as they arrive for camp, as well as before and after the daily practices. Mankato MoonDogs Franklin Rogers Field mankatomoondogs.com The Mankato MoonDogs are a collegiate summer team playing in the Northwoods League. They play their home games at Franklin Rogers Park beginning in June. The season continues until midAugust, with the hope of playoff games already in the air. Special events and fan-friendly promotions are often part of the MoonDog experience. Giveaways, guest appearances by sports celebrities and silly ball game antics can be expected at many of the games.Tickets can be purchased at the game or by calling 507.625.7047. Mankato Area Farmers Market Madison East Center, 1400 Madison Avenue, Mankato It’s one of the hallmarks that spring has finally arrived in Mankato: Farm trucks start pulling into the Madison East Center parking lot on Saturday mornings, proudly displaying the first glorious crops of the season. The choices expand throughout the season. When fall comes, there will be pumpkins, squash and other seasonal treats. A visit to the Farmer’s Market anytime of year will also yield homemade bread and other baked goods, handmade soaps and other goodies. For more information, call 507.420.8711.

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City Center Mankato City Center Mankato is the hub of Greater Mankatoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Convention Campus and plays host to its major meetings, conventions and tournaments. With a vital mix of entertainment, restaurants, convention venues and other amenities and attractions, City Center Mankato is the perfect place for visitors to start exploring Greater Mankato. The City Center sits at the geographical heart of the region and provides unique opportunities for dining, shopping and experiencing the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s arts and history. Easily navigated on foot or vehicle, the City Center includes the E-District, a vibrant culinary and nightlife scene, the Riverway, Market Center and the Arts and Historic District.

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RECREATION & LEISURE Outdoor Athletics & Fitness Activities

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Outdoor Rentals

North Links Golf Course 507.947.3355 C-1 County Rd. 6, off Hwy. 14, North Mankato northlinksgolf.com Tee times recommended • 18 holes, par 72 • Driving range • 2-hole practice course • 4 sets of tee distances • Pro shop • Two PGA pros on site • Cart rental available

Mankato Golf Club 507.387.5676 B-8 P.O. Box 3122, Mankato mankatogolfclub.com • Tee times required — private club • 18 holes, par 71 • Pro Shop with PGA pros • Cart Rental available • Driving range • Full practice facility • Heated swimming pool • Fine dining and banquet facilities

Minneopa Golf Club 507.625.5777 G-1 410 Pintail Street, Mankato Minneopagolf.com Tee times required • 9 holes, par 33 • Putting green • Pro shop • Cart rental available

Grand Champion Sports Complex 507.386.0001 State Hwy. 22, Mankato • Two 18-hole mini-golf courses • Driving range • Six batting cages

Terrace View Golf Course 507.625.7665 F-3/J-10 State Hwy 22 S., Mankato golflink.com/golfcourses/course.asp x?course=609245 Tee times recommended • 9 hole, par 36 • 9 hole, par 27 executive courses • Driving range • Putting green • Pro shop • Snack bar • Cart rental available

Canoe Rentals A to Z Rental Mankato 507.388.1677 MSU Campus Recreation 507.389.6215 (canoes and camping equipment available) Kayak Rentals Mankato 507.380.5613 Southern Minnesota Camper Rental 38787 Timber Lane, Saint Peter 507.387.6937

Tennis Mankato Athletic Tennis Center 507.345.7777 19288 Hwy. 22, Mankato

BMX Mankato Area BMX 507.317.1275 A-7 556 Sakatah Road Test your skills in a brand new, specially designed, ramped bike park off of Lime Valley Road in Mankato.

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Activity Centers Mankato Family YMCA 507.387.8255 F-5 1401 S. Riverfront Drive, Mankato mankatoymca.org Families can enjoy Splash Cove waterpark, with its zero-depth entry pool and jet sprays. The YMCA also features a 5,000square-foot workout center filled with the latest cardio and strength-training equipment. Non-member fees are $20 per family, $15 per adult and $10 per youth. Call the YMCA for more information about schedules and restrictions. Chesley Skate Park 507.387.8222 161 Jaycee Park, Mankato F-9 Ramps and jumps both indoors and out make the Chesley Skate Park, run by the YMCA, a favorite with extreme sporters. In-line skates, skateboards and bikes are welcome at the park, which has both indoor and outdoor facilities. YMCA members can use the park for $3

a day; non-members are welcome for a daily $10 fee. Skateboards, knee and elbow pads can be rented on site. Tommygun’s Paint Wars 507.947.3711 48306 235th Street, New Ulm tommygunspaintwars.com Large and small groups are welcome to enjoy the seven fields in a variety of packages tailored to fit each groups desires. Tournaments are also scheduled. Call ahead for reservations and information about special events. All Seasons Arena 507.387.6552 1251 Monks Avenue, Mankato Two sheets of ice maintained year round for open skating as well as league hockey and team ice skating. Rentals and lessons are available on site; the facility may also be rented for birthday parties and gatherings.

Grand Champion Sports Complex 507.386.0001 State Hwy. 22, Mankato C-11 • Two 18-hole mini-golf courses • Driving range • Six batting cages WOW! Zone 507.625.BOWL D-11 2030 Adams Street, Mankato wowzonefec.com • Bowling • Laser tag • Mini-golf • Restaurants on site • Party rooms available The Paw 507.625.7070 B-11 1741 Premier Drive, Mankato Pamper your pets at The Paw, which offers fun and enrichment while caring for your pets in a nurturing, controlled environment.

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Lakes An abundance of wonderful fishing holes surround Greater Mankato. Casual fishers can drop a line in many area parks, including Hiniker Pond (near the intersection of State Hwys. 169 and 14), Lake Dorothy (near River Hills Mall), Lion’s Park (near MSU), Land of Memories Park and Sibley Park (both in West Mankato). Check out the many surrounding lakes around the area.

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Trails The rolling hills of the lush Minnesota River Valley sport many wonderful trails for walking, biking, in-line skating and more. Many of the local parks have pathways of their own as well.

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Sakatah Singing Hills Trail C-8 Follow 39 miles of abandoned railroad grade from Mankato (the trail begins on Lime Valley Road, just past the intersection of Riverfront Drive and Hwy. 14) to Faribault. The blacktopped trail meanders through rich farmland and small towns and follows several lakes, including Madison and Cannon, where there are swimming beaches. There are parks and rest stops in communities every few miles. The trail, which intersects Sakatah State Park, is open for biking, hiking, in-line skating and cross country skiing. Red Jacket Bike Trail G/H-5 The Red Jacket Trail begins at Rasmussen Park in Mankato and travels about 13 miles through open countryside, beside the Minnesota River and over three railroad trestles (including its namesake, the 550-foot-long Red Jacket) to Rapidan. Several wooden bridges and a landmark tunnel under the new southern bypass add charm to the trail. Minnesota River Trail E-6 Follow the Minnesota River on bike, foot or in-line skates from Veteranâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Memorial Bridge at Lind Street in North Mankato, through downtown Mankato to Sibley Park in west Mankato. Seven Mile Creek Trail Just three miles north of Mankato on Hwy. 169, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find seven miles of hiking trails that cover 600 acres of wooded park. Picnic shelters and grills are scattered throughout the park and along the creek. Williams Minneopa Learning Center With two miles of paved trails, the Williams Minneopa Learning Center (located about three miles west of Mankato on Hwy. 68) is considered one of the best handicapped-accessible nature centers in the state. The paths traverse wildlife reserves, prairie vegetation, Indian mounds and an Indian village site. Information and comfort sites are set up throughout the center. Minneopa State Park G-1 You could spend most of a day mesmerized by the waterfall, but there are plenty of other things to do as well. Hike along the trails that encircle the falls, bird watch, visit Seppman Mill, an abandoned windmill, or camp in one of the picturesque sites. 507.389.5464 Bluff Park & Riverview Park C-4 Their names give them away: These two parks in North Mankato are spectacular for the views they afford. The trails are just an added bonus.

Rasmussen Woods G/H-5 The wooded trails surrounding the Elks Nature Center at Rasmussen Woods are ideal for hikers, birdwatchers and anyone who loves nature. The woods are located just off of Stoltzman Road. Sibley Park F-3/4 Sibley is one of the oldest parks in Greater Mankato. Beautiful walking trails, gorgeous flowers, picnic shelters and a petting zoo set Sibley apart from the rest. Spring Lake Park D-5 North Mankatoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Spring Lake Park features a large duck pond providing onlookers the opportunity to hand-feed ducks and geese. Plenty of shelters, trails, playground equipment and a sand-bottom pool make this the perfect park for the family. Minnemishinona Falls F-1 Tucked into the woods about 4 miles west of North Mankato on County Road 41 (also known as Judson Bottom Road), Minnemishinona Falls is most spectacular in the spring. The site, however, is beautiful all year round. Land of Memories Park F-3 Rustic, relaxing camping close to Mankato. One hundred acres of beautiful scenery and abundant wildlife surrounding 47 camping sites, with a variety of open, grassy areas, shaded, wooded sites and secluded spots to camp along the Minnesota River for both tents and recreational vehicles. Kiwanis Park A-4 The Kiwanis Recreation Area features trails, two dog park areas, a canoe/kayak area, an archery range, restrooms and a picnic shelter open for use throughout the year. A 24-hour Park-and-Ride lot is available on the north side of the park entry. Park hours are 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. daily. Mount Kato 507.625.3363 mountkato.com I-3 Before the snow flies and after it melts again, Mount Kato turns its attention to mountain biking. Slightly more than seven miles of mountain bike trails are accessible during the non-winter months.

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Unforgettable Activities for Kids to Do in Greater Mankato 1. Conquer the legendary sledding hill at Sibley Park! 2. Learn to ice fish on one of the many surrounding lakes. 3. Cuddle up with a good book — try one of the novels written by Mankatoan Maud Hart Lovelace. Then…. 4. Visit the Betsy-Tacy Society to learn more! 5. This September: Gather at Land of Memories Park for the annual Mahkato Pow Wow! 6. Let it Snow! Learn to ski or snowboard at Mount Kato. 7. Visit the Kids Gym at the Mankato YMCA. 8. Check out one of the plays put on by the MSU Theatre Department. 9. Find your “Wild Side” during a visit to the Williams Minneopa Learning Center. 10. Ride the carousel and shop your favorite stores at the River Hills Mall! 11. Enjoy a beautiful fall or winter afternoon by walking a dog at the Humane Society. 12. Discover all there is to be discovered at the Blue Earth County Heritage Center Museum. 13. Catch an MSU Mavericks hockey game at the Verizon Wireless Center. 14. Missing summer? Swim it off at the YMCA Splash Cove water park. 15. Build a snowman at a local park: Minneopa State Park, Bluff Park, Riverview Park, Rasmussen Woods, Sibley Park, Spring Lake Park, or Minnemishinona Falls. 16. Attend a play put on by the Merely Players Community Theatre. 17. Have a fall-themed picnic at Minneopa State Park and find your favorite falling leaf! 18. Harmonize with the Mankato Symphony Orchestra at one of their concerts. 19. Enjoy a performance by the Mankato Ballet. 20. Head to the lanes: Jerry Dutler’s or WOW! Zone offer great bowling. 21. Is it Halloween? Trick-or-treat at the RiverHills Mall. 22. Visit a local art center: Twin Rivers Center for the Arts or Carnegie Art Center. 23. December Days: Visit Santa at the River Hills Mall! 24. Almost Easter? The Easter Bunny makes a stop at the River Hills Mall, too! 25. Taste the past in a fun way at the annual History Fest! 26.Visit Pumpkinland! Have fun at the petting zoo and wagon ride before going home with your own pumpkin to carve. 27. Tis’ the season to attend a holiday concert! Try the Mankato Symphony Orchestra’s “Candy

Cane” concert or the Mankato Ballet’s production of “The Nutcracker.” 28. Grab a pair of skates and head to All Seasons Arena or a local park to skate. 29. Make a difference — volunteer! Visit mankatounitedway.org to find out where help is needed, or help out at “Kids Against Hunger”. 30. Check out a good book or attend an event at one of our local libraries. 31. Go exploring on one of our many trails. Want to speed up? Take your sled! 32. Catch a movie at a local theatre: Cinemark Movies 8, Cine 6 Theatre, or Maverick 4 Theater. 33. Make a cuddly creature at the Wacky Bear Factory in the River Hills Mall. 34. Sleep overnight in a hotel and go swimming. 35. Learn to curl at the Mankato Curling Club. 36. Make a memory to keep forever and go beading at Sticks & Stones on Riverfront Drive. 37. Be creative: Try to draw or paint one of Greater Mankato’s beautiful landscapes. 38. Spread some cheer: Volunteer to sing Christmas carols at a local assisted living center. 39. Attend a scrapbooking class at a local craft store. 40. Play basketball at the YMCA. Check out day pass coupon in this guide. 41. Skateboard at Chelsey Skate Park.

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WHERE TO SHOP

From the charm of the City Center to ever-expanding Hilltop Mankato, shopping options abound in Greater Mankato.

City Center As the heartbeat of Greater Mankato, the City Center provides a truly unique shopping experience. Flanked by the Minnesota River and extending across the bridge into lower North Mankato, the City Center is home to a wide variety of shops offering everything from antiques and crafts to books and apparel. With its rich history and culture, shopping in the City Center is an experience you won’t soon forget.

Hilltop Mankato Hilltop Mankato is where you’ll find the national retailers you expect in most regional shopping centers, including eight national department stores, three home improvement centers, four grocery stores and hundreds of other retailers to fit every need. For one-stop shopping, there are numerous malls, including the River Hills Mall, which is home to more than 100 retailers. And when you’re done shopping, entertainment and dining options also abound on the Hilltop Mankato.

Antiquing The Greater Mankato area is home to numerous quaint antique shops, just waiting for you to discover the pieces you have been searching for. Many shops are conveniently located in Mankato’s City Center, as well as in surrounding towns. For more shopping information, visit the Greater Mankato Online Business Directory: greatermankatodirectory.com.

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WHERE TO WORSHIP AREA CHURCHES

Assemblies of God Hillside Church 502 S. Victory Drive, Mankato, 507.345.7554

Ss. Peter & Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Catholic Church 105 N. Fifth Street, Mankato, 507.388.2995

Baptist Bethel Baptist Church 1250 Monks Avenue, Mankato, 507.345.4011

Christian Disciples of Christ First Christian Church 1735 E. Main Street, Mankato, 507.387.2197

Grace Baptist Church 600 Lind Street, Mankato, 507.388.9355

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints 1851 Marie Lane, North Mankato 507.625.8342

Hope Baptist Church 150 Jaycee Court, Mankato, 507.387.3222 Catholic Holy Rosary Catholic Church 546 Grant Avenue, North Mankato, 507.387.6501

Church of Christ Mankato Church of Christ 1210 Warren Street, Mankato, 507.387.2521

St. Thomas Moore Newman Center (MSU) 1331 Warren Street, Mankato, 507.387.4154

Episcopal St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Evangelist Episcopal Church 302 Warren Street, Mankato, 507.388.1969

St. John the Baptist Catholic Church 632 S. Broad Street, Mankato, 507.625.3131

Evangelical Crossview Covenant Church 2000 Howard Drive, North Mankato, 507.387.5606

St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church 816 Hubbell Avenue, Mankato, 507.388.3766

Evangelical Free Church of Mankato 709 N. Riverfront Drive, Mankato, 507.345.7451

Inter-Denominational/ Non-Denominational Community Christian Church 518 S. Fifth Street, Mankato, 507.385.2085 Covenant Family Church 801 S. Riverfront Drive, Mankato, 507.345.1586 Elevate Church 801 S. Riverfront Drive, Mankato, 507.386.1100 Life Family Church 1120 South Avenue, North Mankato, 507.625.9388 Middleground Ministry 119 Gwynn Avenue, Mankato, 507.388.8457 New Creation World Outreach Church 1124 N. River Drive, North Mankato, 507.388.7771 The Holy Christian Church 613 Saint Andrews Drive, Mankato, 507.625.3989 Two Rivers Vineyard Church Lincoln Community Center 110 Fulton Street, Mankato, 507.388.8313

BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH 1250 Monks Ave. Mankato, MN 56001 507-345-4011

We invite you to worship with us! SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES:

8:30 A.M. - Family Service 9:45 A.M. - Traditional Service 11:00 A.M. - Contemporary Service Nursery & Childrens Programs at 8:30 & 11:00 A.M. Bible Classes for all Ages: 9:45 A.M. CHILDREN & YOUTH PROGRAMS:

Wednesday evenings: 6:00 P.M. - Youth Group Jr. & Sr. High 6:30 P.M. - AWANA Ages 4 through Grade 6

ADULT PROGRAMS:

Mondays - Financial Peace U Tuesdays - Divorce Care Small Groups & Studies Adult Bible Studies at various times. Call Bethel at 507-345-4011 for further information.

Senior Pastor: Dr. David J. Banfield Assoc. Pastor: Dr. Bruce Nelson Youth Pastor: Harrison Musser Pastor of Music & Worship: Glenn Winch www.bethelbaptistmankato.com

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Jehovah’s Witness Jehovah’s Witness 420 Marie Lane, North Mankato, 507.388.5757

Hosanna Lutheran Church (LCMS) 105 Hosanna Drive, Mankato, 507.388.1766

St. Mark Evangelical Lutheran Church (WELS) 502 W. Seventh Street, Mankato, 507.388.2013

Lutheran Bethlehem Lutheran Church (ELCA) 720 S. Second Street, Mankato, 507.388.2925

Immanuel Lutheran Church (CLC) 421 N. Second Street, Mankato, 507.345.3027

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church (WELS) 304 Monroe Avenue, North Mankato, 507.345.4939

Campus Lutheran Chapel 329 Ellis Avenue, Mankato, 507.387.6587

Lutheran Campus Ministry (ELCA) 331 Dillon Avenue, Mankato, 507.625.6779

Word of Life Free Lutheran Church (AFLC) 20013 Stoltzman Road, Mankato, 507.387.3857

Christ Our Redeemer Evangelical Lutheran Church (LCCF) 847 Birch Street, Mankato, 507.345.4867

Messiah Lutheran Church (ELCA) 1706 Lee Boulevard, North Mankato, 507.387.5537

Pentecostal United Pentecostal 119 State Street, Mankato, 507.388.1331

Mount Olive Lutheran Church (ELS) 1123 Marsh Street, Mankato, 507.345.4966

Presbyterian Christ Church 210 Pohl Road, Mankato, 507.469.0091

Our Savior’s Lutheran Church (MO) 1103 N. Broad Street, Mankato, 507.385.2180

First Presbyterian Church (USA) 220 East Hickory Street, Mankato, 507.387.2160

Peace Lutheran Church (ELS) 2090 Commerce Drive, North Mankato, 507.385.1386

Salvation Army Church The Salvation Army 700 S. Riverfront Drive, Mankato, 507.345.7840

Christ the King Lutheran Church (ELCA) 222 Pfau Street, Mankato, 507.345.5056 Good Shepherd Lutheran Church & School (LCMS) 2101 Lor Ray Drive, North Mankato, 507.388.4336 Grace Lutheran Church (ELCA) 320 E. Main Street, Mankato, 507.345.4248

Sharing the Love of Jesus...

SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES 8:00, 9:00, 11:00 a.m. 9:50 a.m. Kids Faith Connection Call the church office for a ride!

Messiah Lutheran ELCA

1706 Lee Blvd, North Mankato

387-5537 messiahnorthmankato.com Pastor Jim Ahlquist • Pastor Kristen Venne

new creation WORLD OUTREACH CHURCH

Service Times Sun: 9 am & 11 am, Wed: 6:30 pm • Non Denominational • Charismatic • Full Gospel • Anazo Youth Group • Anazo Kids Club • Adult Bible Study

507-388-7771 1124 N. River Drive, North Mankato • Hwy 169 N. Across From “Best Western”

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Seventh-day Adventist Seventh-day Adventist Church 210 Pohl Road, Mankato, 507.625.8625

United Church of Christ First Congregational United Church of Christ 150 Stadium Court, Mankato, 507.387.6592

Unitarian Universalist Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Mankato 937 Charles Avenue, Mankato, 507.388.5022

United Methodist Belgrade Avenue United Methodist Church 325 Sherman Street, North Mankato, 507.625.3759

Centenary United Methodist Church 501 S. Second Street, Mankato, 507.387.4074 Hilltop United Methodist 108 S. Manitou Drive, Mankato, 507.387.3877

JESUS.

Sunday Worship 9:00 & 10:30 AM Sunday School 9:30 AM Wednesday 6:00-6:45 Free Community Supper 7:00 pm Generation Jesus Youth Kids Xtreme K-6 Nursery Adult Prayer & Bible Study

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Reaching the Lost Teaching the Word of God Prayer and Worship Commitment to Children and Young People • Preparing People for Works of Service • Encouraging People

Jesus Assembly of God 722 Sunrise Drive • St. Peter • (507) 934-1468 www.jesusassembly.org • jesusaog@hickorytech.net Senior Pastor: Greg Stone • Youth Pastor: Tiffani Crawford Childrens Pastor: Kenny Fuller • Administrative Pastor: Kim Spiess

Evangelical Lutheran Synod

We invite you to worship with us!

Mt. Olive Lutheran Church & School

1123 Marsh St., Mankato - 345-4966 (one block east of the hospital)

Christian Day School K-8 Pastor John J. Petersen & Pastor Matthew Brooks Sunday Worship at 8:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Bible Study and Sunday School at 9:40 a.m. Monday night services at 7 p.m. (June-Aug. - Sunday 8:30 a.m. & 10 a.m.; Mon. 7 p.m.) www.mtolivelutheran.org

Please visit us during your stay in the Mankato area! LUTHERAN

CHURCH

Range & Monroe, North Mankato

345-7049

REGULAR WORSHIP SERVICES Saturdays at 5:30 p.m. Sundays at 8:00 & 10:30 a.m. Call for special holiday & seasonal service times.

24-HOUR MESSAGE LINE 345-4939 Press #4 for Daily Dial-A-Devotion Visit our Website: www.stpaulsnorthmankato.com Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod

ST. MARK

EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH Wisc. Synod - (WELS) WELS

VISITORS WELCOME

Worship: 7:00 pm Thurs. & 9:00 am Sun. RISEN SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL K TO 8TH GRADE Pastor: Keith Siverly Principal: Ryan Jaeger 502 W. 7th, Mankato 388-2013 School 388-6624

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302 Warren St., Mankato 507.388.1969

Sunday 8:00 & 10:30 am www.stjohnsmankato.org

CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN CHURCH ELCA

222 PFAU STREET (one block east of hospital) 345-5056 Wednesday: 5:00 p.m. Community Supper 6:00 p.m. Worship 6:30 p.m. Christian Education for all ages Saturday: 5:30 p.m. Worship

Sunday: 8:15 a.m. Worship 9:15 a.m. Sunday School & Coffee Fellowship 9:30 a.m. Praise & Proclamation Adult Forum 10:30 a.m. Worship & ME! VISITORS WELCO Communion 1st & 3rd Weekend Pastors: John Petersen • Steve Kidder • Patrick Patterson Visit our website: www.ctkmankato.org

Evangelical Free Church 709 N. Riverfront Drive | 507-345-7451 www.mankatoefree.org

Our Purpose To bring people to Jesus and membership in His family, encouraging them to Christ-like maturity, Christ has set us free… equipping them for ministry and reaching the lost for His praise and glory! Galatians 5:1

Sunday Worship 9:00am & 10:30am • Sunday School 10:30am Wednesday AWANA 6:25-8:00pm • Youth Group 6:30-8:00pm Friday Celebrate Recovery 7-9pm Pastor W. Peter Vander Hook • Youth Pastor Nate Holdeman Equipping Pastor Steve Bailey

First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)

1735 E. Main St. (Intersection of Main St. & Long St.)

507-387-2197 SUNDAY: Sunday School at 9:00 Morning Worship at 10:15 Infant & Children’s Nursery provided. Men’s Bible Study 8:30 am - Monday Women’s Bible Study 9:30 - Tuesday

Whoever you are, Wherever you are on life’s journey, YOU are welcome here…

SUMMER SCHEDULE: (June-August) 9:30 Worship 10:30 Coffee Fellowship No Sunday School

We have an active Senior Citizen’s Program and a growing Youth Program!

Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. 150 Stadium Ct. Mankato, MN 507-387-6592

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First Congregational UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

www.mankatoucc.org

An Open & Affirming - “God is Still Speaking” - Congregation

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Grow in God’s Truth Good Show Jesus’ Love Shepherd Lutheran Lutheran Church of the School Good Shepherd

2101 Lor Ray Drive North Mankato Little Lambs Preschool All-day Kindergarten Elementary 1-7

1st Presbyterian Church Sunday School (3 yrs old - 12th grade)- 8:45 am Adult Sunday School - 9:00 am Worship Service - 10:00 am Coffee Fellowship - 11:00 am Nursery available, handicap accessible

goodshepherd57@juno.com

goodshepherdmankato.org Ayuda espiritual en español

Dawn Carder - Pastor

220 East Hickory Street Mankato PO Box 495 387-2160 fpcmankato.org

388-4336

Missouri Synod 2101 Lor Ray Drive North Mankato (1 mi. N. of Highway 14) Sunday Worship 9:00 AM Sunday Classes: 10:15 AM Summer Worship: 9 AM Spanish Worship: 2 PM Pastor Vance Becker 388-4336

Rev. Martin Teigen www.goodshepschool.org

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AREA COMMUNITIES Greater Mankato is surrounded by many charming small towns, each with its own unique attributes, local festivals and events.

Towns within 15 miles of Greater Mankato Towns within 30 miles of Greater Mankato St. Clair Le Sueur Mapleton stclair.govoffice2.com lesueurchamber.org mapletonmn.com 507.245.3494 507.665.2501 507.524.3492 St. Peter Madelia New Ulm tourism.st-peter.mn.us madeliamn.com newulm.com 507.934.3400 507.642.8822 507.233.4300 800.473.3404 888.463.9856 Vernon Center vernoncenter.com 507.549.3240 Waseca wasecamn.info Madison Lake wasecachamber.com madisonlake.govoffice2.com 507.835.3260 507.243.3011 888.9WASECA Waterville watervillemn.com 507.362.4609 Eagle Lake eaglelakemn.com 507.257.3218 Elysian elysianmn.com 507.267.4708 Janesville janesville.govoffice.com 507.234.5110 Lake Crystal lakecrystalchamber.com 507.726.6088

Morgan Creek Vineyards New Ulm Minnesota Specializing in growing and producing German, French, and American style wines, including Minnesota cold-hardy varietals, Morgan Creek Vineyards offers a cycle of seasonal events that celebrate the joy of living and the art of fine winemaking. Winetastings through December Friday - Saturday 11:00 am - 9:00 pm Sundays noon - 5:00 pm Public Tours May through October 1:00 - 4:00 pm

For our special events, visit our website at www.morgancreekvineyards.com

Location: Between Mankato & New Ulm off â&#x20AC;&#x153;Scenicâ&#x20AC;? Hwy. 68 & Jct. 47. Drive 2 miles to 101 South. First farm on left.

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Groceries • Pharmacy • Bakery New York Deli • Meat & Seafood Movie Rental • Kitchen & Catering Floral Shop • General Merchandise

CONNECTING YOU TO The Twin Cities and MSP International Airport

LAND TO AIR EXPRESS

434 Patterson Ave., Mankato

507-625-3977

The following are at Hilltop location only: Starbucks • Wine & Spirits Italian Express • Chinese Express Clothing & Gift Boutique

DEHEN Chiropractic, LTD

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Most Insurances Accepted NCQA Certified

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410 S. Riverfront Dr. Mankato • 625-1107

2010 Adams St. Mankato • 625-9070

Dr. Mark Dehen, Chiropractor Your Spinal Healthcare Expert

www.backtowellnessclinic.com dehenchiro@juno.com

1706 Lor Ray Dr. North Mankato, MN 56003

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Buy 1 Meal 507-388-4550 1876 Madison Ave

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Get 1 1/2 price!

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Not valid with any other offer. Expires 2/28/10.

2.50 OFF Buy one lunch entree and beverage at regular price & get 2nd entree and beverage for $2.50 off.

4.00 OFF

Buy one dinner entree and beverage at regular price & get 2nd entree and beverage for $4.00 off.

1525 Tullamore (right off Madison Ave.) Mankato

625-2406 One coupon per table. Valid Sunday - Thurday. Not valid with other offers. Coupon expires 2/28/10.

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One per person, per visit. Not valid with any other offer. Expires 2/28/10.

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Directions from Hilltop: Go West on Madison Avenue. Turn left onto 2nd Street to Veterans Memorial Bridge. Go over Bridge into lower North Mankato Belgrade Avenue. Go west 5 blocks on Belgrade. Bonito Guadalajara on corner on left. Directions from Hwy 14: Take Hwy 169 exit. Go South until North Mankato exit. Take right onto Belgrade Avenue. Go west 5 blocks on Belgrade. Bonito Guadalajara on corner on left.

One coupon per person per visit at participating Perkins® Restaurant & Bakery locations. Not valid with any other discount or offer. Coupon void if purchased, sold or bartered for cash. Only original coupons accepted. Mutilated, tampered, forged or photocopied coupons are not accepted. Sales tax, if applicable, must be paid by customer. Please present coupon when ordering. Prices may vary in Canada. Printed in the U.S.A.©2009 Perkins & Marie Callender’s Inc.

1041 Madison Ave. • 388-4789 10:30 a.m. - 11 p.m. 7 days a week

Mankato 1790 Madison Avenue 507-385-1595 North Mankato 1123 Range Street 507-345-5021

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Great Happy Hour Prices

20% OFF

Any menu item thru Feb. 28, 2010 Area’s most

affordable casual dining spot.

625-9904 • Located on the back side of Madison East Center in Mankato

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Formerly Holiday Inn • Newly remodeled • 151 Guest Rooms • 10,000 square ft. of Meeting/Exhibit space • Complimentary High Speed Wireless Internet • Full service restaurant and lounge • Heated indoor pool & whirlpool • Complimentary hotel guest parking

Area Attractions • Verizon Center 1 block • Minnesota State University 1 mile • Jogging/Biking trails 1 block

101 East Main • Mankato 507-345-1234 • 1-877-345-5577 mankatomnhotel.com

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Mankato offers: Free High-speed Internet Free Continental Breakfast Free Hot Breakfast (Monday - Friday) (For overnight Guests staying at the Hotel)

Largest Indoor Hotel Pool in Mankato Whirlpool, Sauna & Exercise Room Free Parking, Suites Available 7 Meeting Rooms Up to 400 People for Banquets & Weddings Experienced Catering Staff Best Western Hotel & Restaurant Hwy. 169 North, 1111 Range Street North Mankato, MN 56003 For Reservations Call 507-625-9333

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