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Le Sueur County VISITORS GUIDE | 2013
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Bring Out the Green Riverbend Recycling Center
600 Webster Ave., North Mankato
Nicollet County Drop-Off Site 1700 Sunrise Dr, St. Peter
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Waste Management Recycling Center
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Fast s t c a F Events Fire Department Pork Chop Dinner & Open House + Classic Car Night – June 14 Cherry Creek Day & Parade – June 15 Classic Car Night – July 19 Classic Car Night – August 16 Classic Car Night – September 13 City Wide Garage Sale 2nd weekend in May 2014
Churches Church of Nativity 210 SW Second Street 507-931-5409 Church of Christ Hwy 99 507-931-5924 or 507-931-4044 Our Savior’s Lutheran Church 219 So. 6th Street 507-931-1564 Maryburg Catholic Church 507-243-3166
What to see & do What to see & do
Cherry Creek Days — Named after the creek that runs through town, this June 15
celebration includes a grand parade at 5:30 p.m., fire department and historical society open houses, a street dance, softball games, water fights, a cherry pie eating contest and fireworks.
Cleveland Societyafter — Thethe localcreek historical society, • Cherry CreekHistorical Days — Named that runsbesides through town, maintaining the Geldner Sawmill, has a building at 303 Broadway Street which is open to this June 16 celebration includes a grand parade at 5:30 p.m., fire departthe public Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon. Visit the Cleveland website for more information. ment and historical society open houses, a street dance, softball games, water fights, a cherry pie eating contest and fireworks.
Hospital & Clinics River’s Edge Hospital & Clinic 931-2110
Important Numbers City Hall - 931-6380 Fire Hall Non emergency - 931-2490 Police Post Office 309 Broadway Street 931-4360
• Cleveland Historical Society — The local historical society, besides maintaining the Geldner Sawmill, has a building at 303 Broadway StreetCounty VISITORS GUIDE 6 Le Sueur which is open to the public Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon. Visit the Cleveland website for more information.
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Elysian
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A nice place to live... A great place to visit Elysian is on Hwy. 60 between Madison Lake & Waterville. Population: 570 Founded: 1857 Incorporated: 1884 Visitor’s Center: call City Hall • www.elysianmn.com
Events
4th of July Celebration – July 1-4 30th Annual Rookie’s Triathalon – July 13 December Events – Christmas in Elysian – First weekend in December Shopping Boutique and Breakfast with Mr. & Mrs. Claus, Wine Tasting Fund Raiser, Community Christmas Party Ice Fishing Contest – First Sunday in February
What to see & do Elysian’ Tourism Center — Located on Hwy 60 The Elysian Tourism Center,
staffed by Elysian Area Chamber personnel and commuity volunteers is located adjacent to the Sakatah Trail and offers visitors helpful information about the area. The Tourism Center is a comfortable stop for fresh drinking water, restrooms, and browsing through brochures.
Sakatah Singing Hills State Trail — Elysian is the midpoint on the first segment of the 39-mile state trail on an abandoned railroad grade, taking hikers, joggers, skiers, bikers and snowmobilers through what was once the “Big Woods” and the vast prairie. Elysian welcomes users of this trail with a restroom/picnic shelter designed to look like the town’s old railroad depot. Fourth of July Celebration — With one of the largest Fourth of July parades in
southern Minnesota starts at 2 p.m. Elysian celebrates the nation’s birthday in small-town style. On the evening before, the festivities are kicked off with a dance and princess contest. On the big day itself, besides the parade there is a number of family friendly activities going on.
Okaman Elk Farm and Petting Zoo — The Okaman farm is located 1-1/2 half miles of Elysian and offers the visitor a chance to view majestic herd or elk. Elysian City Park and Beach — A complete playground, volleyball court, ball field, and picnic shelter provide a recreation spot on the south shore of Lake Francis. Rest rooms, parking. Close to Sakatah Singing Hills State Trail and Main street shops and resturants.
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Churches
St. Andrew’s Catholic Church Bethlehem Lutheran Church United Methodist Church Assembly of God
Where to Stay
Lakeside Campground, (507) 267-4560 Silver’s Resort, (507) 267-4694 Sakatah Trail Resort, (507) 267-4000
Important Numbers Elysian Area Chamber and Tourist Info. (507) 267-4040 or 1-800-507-7787 Post Office (507) 267-4477 Public Library (507) 267-4411 City Hall (507) 267-4708
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Pick-up demolition at the Le Sueur County fair.
Annual Triathalon in Elysian.
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Le Sueur County FREE Fair! August 15-18, 2013
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Ranch Rodeo Outstanding Senior Citizen Program Live Music Demo Derby
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Henderson On the Minnesota
Henderson is 4 miles off Hwy. 169 on Hwys. 93 & 19. Minnesota River Scenic Byway Route ~ www.henderson-mn.com Population: 960 Founded: 1852 Incorporated: 1854
What to see & do Henderson Community Building — Former Sibley County Courthouse now houses the city hall, Golden Age Center, Archery Club. The building was built in 1879 and served Sibley County government until 1915 when the seat was moved to Gaylord. The building is on the National Register of Historic Places. (600 Main Street)
Sibley County Historical Museum — An 1884 brick house which serves as a museum since 1949. There are many interesting displays, ranging from items that immigrants brought from Europe to turn-of-the-century items. The house is on the National Register of Historic Places. (700 Main Street) The Joseph R. Brown Minnesota River Center — 600 Main Street. Located on the second floor of the Henderson Community Building. Houses exhibits and displays of Henderson and Minnesota River Valley History.
Bender Park — A multi-purpose recreational facility that features lighted ballpark,
walking trail, picnic shelter and basketball court. The park is the headquarters for the annual Sauerkraut Days festival. (200 North Third Street).
Allanson’s Park — Henderson’s founder, Joseph R. Brown, set aside land for a public park in 1855. The park provides 15 developed campsites, a picnic shelter with rest rooms and shower facilities, playground equipment and walking trail. (500 South Street). Rush River Park — The park has a picnic area with shelter, playground, hiking trails and camping. The facilities are rustic with running water. (2 miles southwest of Henderson).
High Island County Park — In the park a walking trail leads down from the open, level picnic area into the rugged High Island Creek.
Henderson Feathers — For up-to-date birding information stop at 526 Main Street, Henderson or call 24/7 (507) 248-3559 or www.henderson-mn.com.
Fast s t c a F Events Classic Car Roll-ins – Every Tuesdays during summer Sauerkraut Days – June 28-30, 2013 Hummingbird Hurrah – August 18, 2013 Heritage Days – 3rd weekend September Holiday Showcase – 1st Sunday in December Citywide Garage Sale – 1st Saturday in May 2014
Churches
Centennial Lutheran 701 Locust Street Church of St. Joseph 213 South 6th Street St. Paul’s United Church of Christ 111 South 6th Street Jehovah’s Witnesses 501 South 9th Street St. Thomas Catholic Church Scenic Byway Road Countryside Christian Church 29517 381st Lane
Hospital & Clinics Sibley Medical Clinic – 507-248-3433 Minnesota Valley Health Center – Le Sueur 507-665-3375
Important Numbers Public Library – 507-248-3880
Where to Stay
Henderson House B&B 104 North 8th Street
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St. Patrick’s Day parade in Le Center.
Hummingbird Hurrah in Henderson.
2013 Giant Celebration Le Sueur - Legion Park
August 2, 3, 4
Giant Fun For All!
• 10th Annual Classic Car Show
• Various Food Vendors/Beverages • Crafts • Spacewalk/Inflatables • BEST parade in the Area Sunday at 1 pm
• Miss Le Sueur Coronation •Live Music
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Le Center
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The Heart of Le Sueur County
Le Center is on Hwys. 99 & 112 between Le Sueur & Hwy. 13 Population: 2,287 Founded: 1876 Incorporated: 1890 • www.cityoflecenter.com Visitors Center: Chamber of Commerce, 10 West Tyrone • Phone: (507) 357-6737
Events
What to see & do
Le Sueur County Courthouse — Built in 1896, this Kasota-stone edifice has a fairy tale, castle-like quality to it. Sitting on a city block, it has a nice park with a pavilion, Veteran’s Memorial Monument, park benches and picnic tables. A major addition was finished in 1996 which kept the original architecture in mind. Across the street from the courthouse is the Le Sueur County Jail, which has been modernized with a 1982 law enforcement center addition. Le Sueur County Fairgrounds — The home of the Le Sueur County Fair held each
August. In the off-season, the adjacent county park is used by camping and camper groups. It also hosts the annual Le Sueur County Relay For Life in July. The municipal swimming pool is located in the park as well as play ground equipment picnic shelters, and a basketball court. The park is also the home of the Le Center Sportsmen’s Cabin, originally built in 1940 by the Izaak Walton organization.
City Parks — The City of Le Center has three very beautiful and well maintained city parks.
The North Park is located off of Bowler Street and offers playground equipment, softball field, basketball court, pavilion with picnic tables, and public restrooms. The South Park is adjacent to the county fairgrounds and described above. The newest park in the community is Centennial Park, founded in honor of the city’s 100th birthday. Centennial Park, also known as the West Park has two softball fields, sand volleyball court, soccer field, small walking trail, pavilion with picnic tables, horse shoe pits, play ground equipment and public restrooms. During the winter it is also the home of a hockey rink, warming house and skating rink for the general public.
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Relay for Life – July 12, 2013 Le Center Night Out On The Town – November 15, 2013 Le Sueur County Fair – August 14-18, 2013 Le Sueur County Pioneer Power Show – August 23-25, 2013 HollyDaze Craft Expo – November 3, 2013 HollyDaze Parade of Lights – November 23, 2013 St. Patrick’s Day Celebration – Brunch, March 9, 2014 Coronation, March 16, 2014 Parade, March 16 2014
Churches
St. Mary’s Catholic Church 165 N. Waterville Ave Church of St. Henry 38807 261st Ave. St. Paul Lutheran 232 W. Minnesota St. United Methodist Church 80 N. Cordova Ave. Seventh Day Adventist Church 190 S. Park Street St. Paul Episcopal 507-357-4796
Important Numbers
Chamber of Commerce 507-357-6888 Public Library - 507-357-6792 Swimming Pool 507-357-6344
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Le Sueur County Posse Trail Ride June 16 & 17 — Held in June each year this event draws horse back riders from across the county. The posse ride includes ranch rodeos, trail rides, dinner and dance and is open to the general public. Holly Daze Parade of Lights — Held the Saturday after Thanksgiving and is planned by the Le Center Chamber of Commerce. The parade kicks off the holiday season in Le Center. Businesses, families and organizations build lighted floats and is highlighted by a visit from Santa. Santa turns on the Courthouse Park Christmas of Lights display and visits with the children. Pioneer Power Show Grounds — The Annual Le Sueur County Pioneer Power Days is celebrated every August. They also host a swap meet each April. Located north of Le Center on County Road #26, this 57-acre show ground has family entertainment and one of the most complete and interesting farm displays in the country.
Le Center Garage Sales — Two City Wide Garage Sales are held each year. The Spring City Wide is held the 3rd Saturday in April. The Fall City Wide is held the 1st Saturday in October.
Wearing of the Green St. Patrick’s Day — Celebration is held annually in Le Center. This event will be held March 10 Brunch and Talent Competition at Noon. Friday, March 15th Queen Crowning at 8:00 p.m. Saturday, March 16; Mass 11 a.m.; Irish Stew 11-1 p.m.; Parade 2 p.m.; followed by Rally, Dinner and Dance.
Hospital & Clinics
Le Sueur Clinic Mayo Health System Le Sueur Minnesota Valley Health Center Le Sueur Mayo Health System New Prague Rivers Edge Hospital & Clinic Le Center
Le Center Easter Egg Hunt & ECFE Vehicle Fair — Saturday on Easter weekend Vehicle Fair begins at Noon. Line up for egg hunt 12:45 with 1:00 p.m. start. West Park Le Center.
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Pioneer Power Show
August 23, 24, 25, 2013 • 7:00 am–5:00 pm
Preserving Our Agricultural Heritage with Antique Agricultural and construction equipment. Working demonstrations using antique tractors, steam engines and real horsepower on a 100+ acre showground. • Featuring Rumely • 25 Buildings with Displays of Yesteryear • Food and Musical Entertainment • Parade Friday, Saturday, Sunday at 12:30 p.m. • Pancake & Sausage Breakfast Saturday & Sunday • Antique Tractor Pull, 2:00 p.m. Saturday
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2014 Swap Meet & Flea Market April 25, 26, 27, 2014
At Showgrounds Rural Le Sueur • Rain or Shine
Located 6 miles East of Le Sueur on County Road 26 For more information call either 507-327-4927 or 507-340-9847 or visit our website @ www.pioneerpowershow.com
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Le Sueur
In the Valley of the Jolly Green Giant Le Sueur is 50 miles south of the Twin Cities or 25 miles north of Mankato on Highway 169. Population: 3,919 Founded: 1852 Incorporated: 1867 Visitors Center: Chamber Office, Downtown Business Center, 500 N. Main Street www.lesueurchamber.org
What to see & do W. W. Mayo House — State historic site located at 118 North Main Street. Hand-built in 1859 by Dr. William Worrall Mayo. History interpreters share with visitors the experiences of the Mayo family of Mayo Clinic history; tell the story of the three generations of the Cosgrove family and the home’s Green Giant Company connection. Open to the public season: April through November. (507) 665-3250. Mayoview History Center — Located at 112 North Main Street in building next to
Mayo House. Here visitors start their tour of the Mayo House through a video orientation and displays about the Cosgrove family, Green Giant connection and the Library years. A gift shop is filled with Mayo House, Green Giant and Le Sueur memorabilia. Rest rooms available.
Louise Park — Beautifully landscaped park, adjacent to the Mayo House, features the sculpture called “The Mothers,” created and cast in bronze in 1978 by famed Minnesota sculptor, Dr. Paul Granlund. Le Sueur Museum — located at 709 No. Second Street in the former Union School building. The only museum in Minnesota where exhibits, video presentations and archives tell the story of the Green Giant Company and its vegetable canning processes. It also features an Agricultural room, Veterinary Clinic exhibit, Drug Store display, and several other displays along with a Family Research Center. Call for hours. (507) 665-2050. Le Sueur Community Center — Recreation and leisure activities offered at the
facility include racquetball, indoor swimming, volleyball, open gym, a modern fitness center and weight lifting.
American Legion Park — This park in the center of town just off Ferry Street and adjacent to the Community Center and Le Sueur-Henderson High School, provides picnic grounds, outdoor pool, children’s playgrounds, a shelter with electricity and water, horseshoe pits and a baseball park. River Park — On the banks of the Minnesota River, along the Highway 93 entrance to town is an 80-acre nature park which provides camping facilities, boating access, nature trails, picnic areas and restrooms. Mayo Park — Located along the Highway 169 exit north of Le Sueur, the landscaped park
has places to picnic, play horseshoes, disc golf or volleyball, enjoy the arboretum, rose gardens, gazebo & park shelter.
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Fast s t c a F Events Farmers Market – June–September Giant Celebration Kick-Off – July 12, 2013 Crazy Dayze in Le Sueur – July 12-13, 2013 Giant Celebration – August 2-4, 2013 Pioneer Power Show – August 23-25, 2013 Night Out On The Town – November 21, 2013 Christmas in the Valley – December 7, 2013 Holiday Parade – December 7
Churches
Zion United Church of Christ 240 South Elmwood First Lutheran Elmwood & Inner Drive United Methodist 730 So. Sixth St. Presbyterian Church 404 Turril St. Word of Life Lutheran Brethren 890 Kingsway Drive St. Anne’s Catholic Church 217 North Third Street Grace Evangelical Lutheran Smith and Sixth Streets River Hills Christian Church 415 North Second Street
Hospital & Clinics Le Sueur Clinic Mayo Health System Minnesota Valley Health Center
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Le Sueur Country Club — One of the toughest golf courses in Minnesota, this 165-acre course has 18 holes and is considered one of the most picturesque in the state. A restaurant, swimming pool and tennis court adjoin the club, located east of Le Sueur. Valleygreen Square Shopping Mall — is an enclosed shopping center which came about following a huge urban renewal project in downtown Le Sueur in the mid ’70s, and includes an indoor wall mural of downtown Le Sueur’s 1940s appearance. Christmas in the Valley — Come and celebrate the holiday season in Le Sueur on Dec. 1. A Christmas Boutique will
be held in Valley Green Square Mall on Saturday, Dec. 1. Old-fashioned events will be held on the weekend from 1-4:30 p.m. at historic sites. The Le Sueur Museum will be decorated from its collection and have singing of carols around the pump organ. The Ottawa Stone Church will hold an 1870s Christmas with a 2 p.m. program of music and readings followed by refreshments and horsedrawn wagon rides at the Town Hall on Saturday. A Silent Lights Christmas Parade on Main Street is held Saturday night at 6 p.m., ending at the Mall with music, cider and a visit from Santa. Call for details - (507) 665-2501.
Giant Celebration
Giant Celebration is a three-day, annual community celebration held in Le Sueur. This summer’s celebration will mark the 25th year that Giant Celebration has taken place on the first weekend of August. Following the tradition of Le Sueur’s Corn on the Curb celebrations of the past, Giant Celebration prides itself on creating an event that the entire community looks forward to as an annual rite of summer. All three days there are food and drink booths, a family oriented Midway with rides and games, and events for people – ages 2 to 92 – held outdoors in the center of town in American Legion Park. Friday night kicks off the weekend with live dance band music. Saturday features Giant Fun Runs and softball tournaments, children’s activities, stage entertainment and much more. Crowds line the 100+ unit Giant Celebration parade route on Sunday at 1:00 p.m. The parade features 20 musical entrants. Bring your appetite for the corn feed and corn eating contest that follows in the park, and join the community in the new queen oronation at Le Sueur-Henderson Middle/High School at 6:00 p.m. Admission to the festival and most activities are free with a celebration button.
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Montgomery Kolacky Capital of the World
Montgomery is 40 miles south of the Twin Cities on MN Hwy. #13 and 21 miles NW of Faribault on MN Hwy. #21. Population: 3,229 Settled: 1856 Chartered: 1877 City Office: 201 Ash Ave. SW • 507-364-8888 www.montgomerymn.org
What to see & do
Kolacky Days — Everyone comes home for Montgomery’s proud claim to fame – Kolacky
Days, July 26-28. The celebration is named after the fruit-filled Czech bun. This is one of the oldest, largest, and greatest community celebrations in Minnesota. Thousands of people are drawn to Montgomery each year for this Czechoslovakian festival. Treat yourself to assorted foods; listen to live modern and ethnic music. Enjoy colorful Czech dancers and Czech singing groups. We have activities for young and old: a huge truck & tractor pull, 32-team softball tournament, volleyball tournament, horseshoe tournament, Kiddie Parade, carnival, dances, Kolacky eating and baking contests, queen pageant, downtown Crazy Days, the famous Bun Run foot race, the Tour de Bun Bike Classic, Classic Car Show, kid & adult pedal tractor pull, and much more. The Grand Day Parade is held on Sunday.
Farmers’ Market — Vegetables, fruits, crafts, and more! Open mid-June through fall; Thursdays, 3-7 p.m.; Case Liquor lot South on Highway 13. Richters Wood County Park — Nature trails, a barn shelter, and a children’s playground are the highlights of this nearby County Park.
Fast Facts Events
Kolacky Days – July 26-28, 2013 Torchlight Parade & Fireworks – Early December
Churches
Holy Redeemer 206 Vine Avenue West St. John Lutheran 105 Spruce Avenue West
Hospital & Clinics
Mayo Health System New Prague Montgomery Medical Clinic 501 4th St. NW 507-364-5600
Important Numbers
City Hall - 507-364-8888 Public Library - 507-364-7615
City Parks — Montgomery’s three city parks – Memorial Park, Northside Park and
Westside Park – have facilities for volleyball, horseshoes, lighted tennis courts, softball fields, playgrounds and picnic areas.
Montgomery Golf Club — Open to the public, this golf course has green fees for 9
and 18 holes.
Hunting & Fishing — In Montgomery, you have access to some of the most fertile
hunting and fishing grounds, with public access available to many lakes and state hunting land, as well as endless acres of privately owned land.
Torchlight Parade and Fireworks — Lights and music fill the air as the Torch-
light Parade wends its way through downtown. The smell of KettleKorn abounds at the end of the parade route where the fireworks begin. A beautiful computer-choreographed fireworks display set to holiday music is a spectacular way to end the evening. The Torchlight Parade and Fireworks are held in early December.
Festival of Fun — The Festival of Fun will is held in December at the Historical Hilltop Hall. The day starts out with Breakfast with Santa and photo opportunities. There will be a Gift Boutique at the Arts & Heritage Center with gift ideas for Christmas. There is entertainment going on during the entire event.
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Dandelion Rose & The Branch A unique shopping destination 109 W. Grace St. - St. Peter (507) 931-4700
Kind Veterinary Clinic
Downtown Le Sueur - 207 South Main St. 422 W. Cleveland St. - Le Center 507-357-4911
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- Specialty gifts - local hand crafted items - food - gifts “Secret” garden - Floral Shop green plants cash and carry bouquets
• Kodak Picture Maker Kiosk • Toys / Jewelry / Candles • Gifts / Cards
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July 26-28, 2013 Montgomery, MN
For more information : 507-953-0094 or visit: www.kolackydays.com or email: kolackydays@frontier.com and follow us on Facebook!
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New Prague A Tradition of Progress
New Prague is 45 minutes southwest of the Twin Cities on MN Hwys. 13 & 19, and is situated in both Le Sueur and Scott counties. Population: 7,000 Settled: 1856 Visitors Center: Chamber of Commerce, 101 E. Main St., P.O. Box 191, New Prague, MN info@newprague.com • (952) 758-4360 • www.newprague.com
Fast s t c a F Events
Fourth of July Fireworks – July 4, 2013 Farmer’s Market – Wed. afternoon & Saturday morings. May - September Classic Cruise Night, Downtown – September 20, 2013 29th Annual Dozinky Festival – September 21, 2013
Churches
What to see & do Restaurants, Lodging and Shops — New Prague has a wonderful selection of eating, drinking and shopping establishments in its bustling business districts.
Walking Tour and “Wallseum” — New Prague has created a self-guided walking tour of the community that features the mural “wallseum,” each depicting a specific part of the city’s heritage. The tour is ideal for bus tours, and step-on guides can be arranged. Brochures available at the Chamber office. Recreation — The city is proud of its 45 acres of parks, two golf courses, outdoor
pool and community center/ice arena. There are many other opportunities available, whether indoor or outdoor recreation is preferred. There is one Lake in New Prague area, Cedar Lake (Scott County) The lake is a popular destination for fishing, ice fishing, water skiing, and jet skiing. A snowmobile trail runs through the lake during the winter season.
Special Events — The Chamber of Commerce is happy to provide visitors with any additional information it may have about New Prague’s festivals, events and promotions. Feel free to write to the above address, or call in requests for information.
Friedens Evangelical Lutheran 28982 181st Avenue Holy Trinity Lutheran Church 1729 W. 280th St. Spirit of Life Church 540 W. 280th St. Community Baptist Church 500 County Road 37 Heritage United Methodist Church 200 E. 280th St. New Prague Alliance Church Rt. 1 Box 364 St. John’s Catholic Church Union Hill St. Scholastica Catholic Church Heidelberg St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church 215 E. Main Street
Hospital & Clinics Mayo Health Systems 301 Second Street NE 952-758-4431
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Pioneer Power Show in Le Sueur.
First Farmers Market picnic crew. Fourth of July fireworks.
CornerStone State Bank 415 N. Main Street Le Sueur, MN 56058 (507) 665-4200 401 4th Street NW Montgomery, MN 56069 (507) 364-2265
406 Popular Street Belle Plaine, MN 56011 (952) 873-2500 Independent - Locally Owned Bank
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Dozinsky
County fair in Le Center.
St. Peter is known for the Govenaires, a world champion drum and bugle corps.
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Dozinky (doe shink’ key), a Czech Harvest Festival patterned after the “Old Country” original, will be held Saturday, September 21, on beautiful Main Street of New Prague. Booths and events will open at 10:00 a.m. and close at 5:00 p.m. The street will be closed to through traffic, making strolling safer and visiting more pleasant. The Dozinky Festival in the Czech Republic is celebrated annually to give thanks for the bountiful harvest. Similarly, New Prague honors its agricultural roots with the Parade of Farm Pride at 12:00 noon – a line-up of antique and modern farm equipment, cars, bands and horse-drawn units. Visitors will be tempted with dozens of mouthwatering ethnic and harvest treats such as apple strudel, apricot kolacky (ko-lach’key) – a fruit filled roll, wild rice soup, jiternice (it’-er’nits’e) – Czech sausage, caramel apple sundaes, dumplings and sauerkraut and freshly baked pies.
Both children and adults will enjoy the special events planned for the day. Ethnic bands, singers and dancers on three separate stages will keep the crowd of 10,000 tapping their feet. The annual Variety Show will be held at 7:00 p.m. at the New Prague High School Auditorium Saturday, September 21. Please join us for our annual Classic Car Cruise, to be held Friday, September 20. The Cruise features approximately 400 vintage automobiles. The Car Cruise is followed by a street dance. Registration is at 5:00 p.m. and the cruise begins at 6:30 p.m. Admissions to the festival and most activities are free. For more information contact the New Prague Chamber of Commerce at P.O. Box 191, New Prague, MN or call (952) 7584360, or e-mail: npcofc@ bevcomm.net.
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Moske’s Auto Service, Inc. 825 Main St. • Le Sueur 507-665-4333 Fuel • Service
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Valleygreen Square Mall
We like to get to know our customers by name. The better we know you, the better we can serve your financial needs.
Downtown Le Sueur Climate Controlled Shopping With More Than You Would Expect!
ONE STOP SHOPPING Corner Drug Health Mart
Anderson Orthodontics
Home Plate
Snap Fitness
Trustworthy Hardware & Rental
Mootz Eye Clinic
Metropolitan Financial Mortgage Comp.
Delgado’s Mexican Store
Your Time Fitness ALCO Discount Store
“We're your neighbors and friends.” 10 W. Minnesota St. Le Center, MN 56057 507-357-2273
Coming Soon Dental Office!
134 N. Kilkenny Rd. Kilkenny, MN 56052 507-595-2273
www.fnblecenter.com
We Now Have 22 taps of Beer ! From local beer from Mankato, New Ulm, to the Cities, to Michigan, and other parts of the world, we strive to select our beer very seriously. Stouts, Ales, Lagers, and specialty beers that you will not find anywhere else in Southern Minnesota, we have it. Stop on in for a pint or stop in on a Firkin Friday. Just stop in and enjoy. Let us serve you a great beer !
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The Ney Nature Center A Nature Center in the Minnesota Valley P. O. Box 93 ~ 28003 Nature Center Road, Henderson MN 56044 (507) 248-3474 – www.neycenter.corg; info@neycenter.org The Ney Nature Center is a 446-acre Environmental Learning Center and Le Sueur County Park located on the bluffs of the Minnesota River near Henderson. The property is adjacent to the old East Henderson Depot and village site, which has public access to the Minnesota River. It is open to the public for hiking, birdwatching, and cross country skiing. it also serves a a regional teaching station for Community Education and Ney Foundation programming. The center also has facilities available for rent for such events such as weddings, private parties and meetings. Education – The Ney Nature Center is a day-use learning center designed to serve people of all ages. Programming for the general public is generally organized through the Ney Environmental Education Foundation. The Ney Nature Center’s Program Committee organizes curriculum for K-12 schools. The Ney Nature Center also serves as a teaching station and outdoor laboratory for area colleges and universities. Bird Watching – The Ney Nature Center’s open prairies, thick woods, and pond provide habitat for a variety of bird species. Hiking trails provide many opportunities to see them up close. The eastern bluffs of the river valley create breezy updrafts that attract soaring raptors. From the Pond Loop Trail, migrating waterfowl can be observed on stopovers on their long journey. From the meadows into the deep ravine trail, birders report many species of warblers. A feeding station, maintained by Ney volunteers, can be viewed
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from the comfort of the interpretive center. The Ney Nature Center is also a stop on the Audubon Minnesota Great River Birding Trail. The Ney Pond – The now-famous Ney Pond, widely recognized as the site of the discovery of deformed frogs in 1995, was originally “just a slough” when European settlers arrived in the mid-1800s. One can only imagine the plethora of wildlife that existed in and around the prairie pothole wetland when small scale farming began here. As agriculture expanded in the early 1900s, the pond was drained to make way for more cropland. Highly productive in drought years, less so in wet cycles, crop production at the site was inconsistent. Ruby Ney’s vision of letting the land go back to nature was realized when she had the pond restored in 1989. Once again, the poind is host to a variety of waterfowl and attracts mammals such as coyote, deer, racccoons and fox. Of course, the pond is also host to numerous frog species. Deformities have declined to a near normal rate since the large populations of deformed frogs in 1995 and 1996. Ruby would likely be pleased to see that her vision has become reality at Ney Pond! Keep up with the Ney Center’s busy schedule on the web neycenter.org. To get to the Ney Center take Hwy. 19 east from Henderson for 2 miles. At the top of the hill, turn right on to Nature Center Lane. From Hwy 169, take Hwy 19 west towards Henderson. Before going down the hill, turn left on Nature Center Lane.
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• Delectable baked goods • Beverages & gourmet, Fair Trade coffee • Hot food bar with hearty, homemade entrees delicious food in the heart of • Grab-n-go sandwiches, salads, sides & desserts downtown St. Peter...join us! • Hot & cold made-to-order sandwiches • Freshest & largest salad bar in town • Build-your-own burrito bar • Three soups featured daily • Bright, cozy dining area • Vegetarian & vegan friendly
Strong Partnerships with Parents and the Community
228 Mulberry Street St. Peter, MN stpeterfood.coop Open 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. Everyone is welcome everyday!
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St. Peter has much to offer St. Peter is a city of approximately 11,000 people located in south central Minnesota. The City is 75 miles southwest of the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area, and 10 miles north of Mankato along Highway 169. The Nicollet County courthouse is located in St. Peter. The city is represented by the Region Nine Development Commission, Minnesota State Senate District 23 and House District 23A, and the First U. S. Congressional District.
St. Peter is recognized for its rich heritage, historic structures, natural resources, educational facilities, industries, unique character and quality of life. St. Peter is home to Gustavus Adolphus College, the St. Peter Regional Treatment Center, Minnesota School Boards Association and national headquarters of Scholarship America. It is also recognized as a center for the arts, as it is home to many local artisans.
Location
Economic Development
Located in the beautiful Minnesota River Valley, the community is bounded by the Minnesota River and surrounded by scenic bluffs. The areas along the valley are covered by dense woodlands, providing an excellent habitat for a variety of wildlife. Eight miles to the west lies the Swan Lake Wildlife area, which is said to be one of the finest natural wildlife preserves in the nation. Several lakes offer fishing, camping, boating and hunting as well as other year-round recreational activities for the entire family. The area in and around St. Peter contains rich black soil that is well suited for agriculture. The Minnesota River Valley also contains abundant deposits of silica and “Kasota Stone” used in commercial facades nationwide. The City itself is four miles long, two miles wide and covers more that 5,000 acres.
Government
The city of St. Peter, incorporated in 1873, is governed by a non-partisan mayor/city council. Council policies and the day-to-day operations of the City are managed by an appointed city administrator and staff. The City also has an economic development authority, planning and zoning commission, housing and redevelopment authority, and a hospital and nursing home commission. The city of St. Peter provides services through its police, public works, fire, community development and recreation and leisure services departments.
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St. Peter has made a commitment to economic development and has a staff of professionals working on the development and expansion of new and existing businesses. An economic development authority was established to facilitate commercial and industrial development. Financial assistance may be provided by the City in the form of tax increment financing, a local revolving loan fund, and programs offered by the Small Business Administration. Other public/private incentives are available for qualified projects.
Major Employers
Several state and national companies have located their headquarters in St. Peter. Major employers in the City are: The St. Peter Regional Treatment Center, 1200 employees; Gustavus Adolphus College, 700 employees; School District No. 508, 235 employees; River’s Edge Hospital & Clinic, 170 employees; Nicollet County, 250 employees; Alumacraft Boat Co., 140 employees; EconoFoods, 100 employees; Good Samaritan Society, 100 employees; Minnesota Valley Education District, 100 employees; Rolco, 100 employees; Scholarship America, 110 employees; and the City of St. Peter, 85 employees.
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Waterville Bullhead Capital of the World
Fast s t c a F
Waterville is located at the intersection of Highways 60 & 13 between Mankato and Faribault. Population: 1,844 Founded: 1856 Incorporated: 1898 www.watervillemn.com
Events
Bullhead Days — Since 1964 on the second full weekend in June enjoy our summer
Pontoberfest Parade July 13, 1 p.m. Lake Tetonka
celebration which includes a queen pageant, carnival, grande parade, fireworks, demolition derby, run/bike race, kids fishing contest, softball tournament, bowling tournament and much more. Questions can be directed to the Waterville Area Chamber of Commerce at 507-362-4609 or check out our website at: www.watervillemn.com.
Singing Hills Trail — Enjoy the newly blacktopped 39-mile route from Mankato to Faribault that is available for biking, rollerblading, jogging, walking, skiing and snowmobiling.
Sakatah State Park — Located east of Waterville on Hwy. 60, this state park’s
facilities include: campground sites, electrical sites, primitive group camps, picnic grounds, and playground equipment. Activity possibilities include picnicking, hiking, water sports, winter sports, environmental education activities and Interpretive Center.
Area Fisheries Headquarters — Located two miles west of Waterville on
Le Sueur County Road #14 is the area Fishery for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Tour and visit our hatchery, one of 27 fishery stations around the state, that is responsible for fish resources in seven area counties.
City Wide Garage Sales — The third Saturday in May is exciting in downtown Waterville beginning at 7 a.m.
Holiday Open House — Come take part in the holiday festivities held the first Saturday in December. Stop to enjoy pictures with Santa at Berg’s Pharmacy, a children’s holiday party and much more. Farmers Market — July through September. Common Street- right off of Hwy 13 by the high school football field. Tuesday & Friday’s 3 p.m.- 6 p.m.
Bullhead Days – June 7-9, 2013
129th Annual Firemen’s Weekend – Aug. 10-11, 2013 Small Business Saturday November 30, 2013 Holiday in Hooterville – December 2013
Churches
Cannonville Community Church Tetonka Lake Road (C.R. 12) Evangelical United Methodist 319 E. Main Street First Baptist, E. Hwy 60 Holy Trinity Catholic 506 Common St. Andrew’s Episcopal 210 W. Lake St. St. Peter (Bell) Lutheran Tetonka Lake Road (C.R. 12) Trinity Lutheran 415 W. Lake St.
Hospitals & Clinics
Nearest Hospitals Waseca North Waseca Lutheran ELCA 4040 120th Street ( CR73) Faribault District One Hospital 200 State Avenue Faribault Waterville Clinic-Mayo System 212 Lake Street. East 507-362-4221
Important Numbers City Hall 362-4622 Chamber of Commerce 507-362-4609 Waterville Senior Center 507-362-8949
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Enjoy our
Le Sueur County Lakes Borer Lake Bossuot Lake Clear Lake Diamond Lake Dietz Lake Dog Lake Dora Lake East Jefferson Lake Eggert Lake Ely Lake Emily Lake Emily Lake Fish Lake Frances Lake German Lake Goose Lake Gorman Lake Greenleaf Lake Hackridge Lake Henry Lake Horseshoe Lake Huoy Lake Long Lake Mabel Lake Mareks Lake Mary Lake Middle Jefferson Lake Mud Lake Mud Lake Mud Lake Pepin Lake Perch Lake Rays Lake Rice Lake Rice Lake Rice Lake Roemhildts Lake Round Lake Sabre Lake Sanborn Lake Sanders Slough Lake Sasse Lake Savidge Lake Scotch Lake Sheas Lake Silver Lake Silver Lake Sleepy Eye Lake South Goldsmith Lake Spring Lake Steele Lake Sunfish Lake Swede’s Bay Lake Tetonka Lake Thomas Lake Tustin Lake Tyler Lake
36 acres 150 acres 279 acres 102 acres 53 acres 198 acres 732 acres 646 acres 46 acres 76 acres 117 acres 299 acres 72 acres 926 acres 791 acres 63 acres 521 acres 301 acres 41 acres 346 acres 416 acres 46 acres 4 acres 97 acres 25 acres 47 acres 664 acres 118 acres 53 acres 24 acres 402 acres 22 acres 165 acres 182 acres 20 acres 11 acres 70 acres 131 acres 258 acres 351 acres 35 acres 88 acres 149 acres 595 acres 23 acres 16 acres 96 acres 41 acres 41 acres 64 acres 75 acres 121 acres 516 acres 1,357 acres 119 acres 65 acres 31 acres
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Top Fishing Lakes Lake Sakatah
Public Boat Access: 1 on South side off State Hwy. 60, 1 on West shore off State Hwy. 13 Lake Notes: Specializing in Walleye, Crappie and White Bass. Northern Pike, Bluegill and Largemouth Bass also caught.
Tetonka Lake
Public Boat Access: Located on South side of lake off Co. Rd. 14 Lake Notes: Specializing in Walleye, Bluegill and Northern Pike. Crappie and White Bass also caught.
Lake Washington
Public Boat Access: 1 on Southwest side off Co. Rd. 19, 1 on Northeast side off Co. Rd. 105 Lake Notes: Specializing in Walleye, Bluegill and Crappie. Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass and Sunfish also caught.
Clear Lake
Public Boat Access: Located on West side of lake off Co. Rd. 32 Lake Notes: Specializing in Northern Pike, Crappie and Bluegill. Walleye, Largemouth Bass and Sunfish also caught.
Lake Dora
Public Boat Access: Located on Southeast shore of lake off Co. Rd. 3 Lake Notes: Specializing in Northern Pike and Crappie. Walleye, Bluegill, White Bass and Largemouth Bass also caught.
East Jefferson Lake
Public Boat Access: Located on East shore of lake off Co. Rd. 13 Lake Notes: Specializing in Bluegill and Crappie. Walleye, Northern Pike and Sunfish also caught. Connects to Middle and West Jefferson lakes.
Lake Francis
Public Boat Access: 1 on East shore off Co. Rd. 11, 1 on West shore off Co. Rd. 130 Lake Notes: Specializing in Northern Pike, Bluegill and Crappie. Walleye, Largemouth Bass, White Bass and Sunfish also caught.
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Clear Lake County Park Clear Lake County Park is well-known for its sandy beaches and its clear waters. The county park area does not serve as a swimming beach as the water gets deep immediately offshore. It has served as picnic grounds and an area where it is easy to fish from shore. Address: 35194 Clear Lake Ln.
Sakatah Singing Hills
The Sakatah Singing Hills trail stretches 39 miles from Mankato to Faribault. The trail is an abandoned railroad bed that goes through what was once known as the “Big Woods.� The trail is used by hikers, bicyclists, horseback riders, runners, cross country skiiers and snowmobilers. Sakatah starts at Lime Valley Road near Mankato and ends east of I-35 in Faribault.
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Lake Washington County Park
Lake Washington is the most developed and used lake in Le Sueur County. The property includes the outlet of the lake through Shankaska Creek which leaves the lake through a deep, narrow, winding gorge of recent geologic origin. This creek valley serves as a runway for wild game between Lake Washington on the east and Lake Piaza on the west. It is one of the outstanding terrain features of the park. The creek flows out of a shallow bay which contains the last extensive undisturbed spawning bed for the fish of the lake and which is protected from intrusion by large power boats by a rock bar that separates it from the main body of the lake. On the park grounds is a building equipped with a full basement. The building can be reserved for any occaision by calling Le Sueur County at 507-357-2251. Address: 41702 Washington Park Road
cont. from page 27 German Lake
Public Boat Access: Located on North end of lake off Co. Rd. 12 Lake Notes: Specializing in Northern Pike, Bluegill and Crappie. Walleye, Largemouth Bass and Sunfish also caught.
Gorman Lake
Lake Henry
Public Boat Access: Located on Southwest shore of lake off Co. Rd. 18 Lake Notes: Specializing in Bluegill and Crappie.
Middle Jefferson Lake
Public Boat Access: Located off Co. Rd. 15 Lake Notes: Specializing in Bluegill and Crappie. Connects to East & West Jefferson lakes.
Public Boat Access: Located on South side of lake off Co. Rd. 2 Lake Notes: Specializing in Northern Pike, Crappie and Bluegill. Walleye and White Bass also caught.
Lake Pepin
Greenleaf Lake
Rays Lake
Public Boat Access: Located on East side of lake off State Hwy. 13 Lake Notes: Specializing in Crappie and Bluegill. Walleye and Northern Pike also caught.
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Public Boat Access: Located on West side of lake off Co. Rd. 30 Lake Notes: Specializing in Sunfish and Crappie. Northern Pike and Walleye also caught.
Volney Lake
Public Boat Access: Located on South side of lake off State Hwy. 99 & Co. Rd. 136 Lake Notes: Specializing in Crappie and Bluegill. Walleye, Northern Pike and Sunfish also caught.
West Jefferson Lake
Public Boat Access: Located off Co. Rd. 15 Lake Notes: Specializing in Northern Pike, Bluegill and Crappie. Walleye, Largemouth Bass and Sunfish also caught. Connects to Middle & East Jefferson lakes.
Public Boat Access: Located on Southwest side of lake off Co. Rd. 11 Lake Notes: Specializing in Northern Pike, Bluegill and Crappie. Walleye and Sunfish also caught.
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Area Churches
St. Paul Lutheran 232 West Minnesota Street, Le Center • 507-357-2212 Pastor David Aaker
Worship Service 9:00 am Sunday www.STPAUL-LC.org
First Presbyterian Church
“Church for people who love Jesus.” Sunday
Weekly Worship Schedule: Wednesday
Morning Worship 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Free Community Supper 6:00 - 6:45pm Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Family Night 7:00 p.m. Evening Service 6:30 p.m. Adult Bible Study Jag Student Ministries; Awana (ages 3 yrs - 6th grade)
Jesus. Assembly of God
141 S. Rice Street P.O. Box 69 Kasota, MN 56050-0069 Phone/Fax: 507-931-2100 Email: kasotachurch@hotmail.com
*Nursery provided at all church services.
722 Sunrise Drive, • St. Peter, MN • (507) 934-1468 info@jesusag.org • www.jesusag.org
Church, Hall & Kitchen are available for rentals. Contact the church office.
Every Sunday
9:15 a.m. Worship Service 10:15 a.m. Fellowship Time 10:30 a.m. Sunday School (September - May) Sunday School: Age 4 - Grade 7 Vacation Bible School held each summer
Business & Service Directory Assisted and Senior Living
Convenience Stores
Auto Body Repair
Engineering
Ecumen Prairie Hill - Page 4
Moske’s Auto Service, Inc. - Page 21 Skrove Automotive - Page 19
Banks/Financial/Investment
CornerStone State Bank - Page 19 First Farmers & Merchants - Page 2 First National Bank of Le Center - Page 21 First State Bank of Le Center - Page 9 HomeTown Bank - Page 7 Investment Centers of America, Pete Plut - Page 13 Nicollet County Bank - Page 32
Bars & Pubs
Patrick’s On Third - Page 21 The Bar & Grill - Page 17 VFW Post 1803 - Page 9 Whiskey River - Page 4
Cenex C-Store - Page 13
Bolten & Menk - Page 11
Fairs & Community Celebrations Bullhead Days, Waterville - Page 23 Cleveland Classic Car Roll-Ins - Page 7 Kolacky Days - Page 17 Le Sueur County Fair - Page 9 Le Sueur Giant Celebration - Page 11 Pioneer Power Show - Page 13
Groceries
St. Peter Food Coop - Page 23
Hospitals & Clinics
Horizon Place / Central Health Care Inc. - Page 3 Minnesota Valley Health Center Inc. - Page 2
Chamber
Hotels & Motels
Churchs
Insurance
City of Le Center - Page 26 First Presbyterian Church - Page 30 Jesus Assembly of God - Page 30 St. Paul Lutheran - Page 30 30
Konsbruck Hotel - Page 31
Shopping
Trust Worthy Hardware - Page 23 Valleygreen Square Mall - Page 21
Newspapers
Le Center Leader – Page 4 Le Sueuer News-Herald - Page 4
Pharmacies
Berg’s Pharmacy - Page 21 Herrmann Thrifty White Pharmacy - Page 17
Recycling
Tri-County Solid Waste - Page 5
Restauruants
Pizzeria 201 - Page 9 Sining Hills Coffee Shop - Page 7
Schools
Le Sueur-Henderson Public - Page 5 John Ireland School - Page 23 St. Peter Public Schools - Page 23
Veterinary
Kind Veterinary Clinic - Page 17
House of Insurance - Page 13 State Farm Insurance, Heidi Baker - Page 5
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