2022 Albany Resource Guide by Star Publications

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A word

To Albany

Welcome

COME VISIT US TODAY

From our mayor

Greetings from the City of Albany and myself. It is my honor to continue to serve all of you as your mayor of this giving, caring and welcoming community. Our 2021 street improvements on Lake Avenue, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Streets and Church Avenue were finished last summer with final lifts of asphalt scheduled for this summer. Thank you to everyone for your patience, especially those living in these construction areas while we completed these much-needed improvements. The council continues to be aggressive with these reconstruction projects in our high-priority areas which date back 80-plus years. The council has approved a 2022 reconstruction plan for improvements consisting of street, storm sewer, sanitary sewer, water main and water services for Midland Avenue from 1st Street to 6th Street, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Streets from Railroad Avenue to Midland Avenue including adjacent alleys. We are also working with Minnesota Department of Transportation to complete the intersection of Railroad Avenue and 1st Street (Trunk Highway 238) including turn lanes and signage to help to make this a safe, flowing intersection. We will provide services and detours during construction to make all projects happen with the least amount of disruption possible. Albany has so much to offer including our schools, parks, trails, a golf course including an exciting new top tracer driving range, bowling, senior care and a vibrant

downtown with many businesses. There are also those who have helped us remodel our main street back into the historic downtown that so many worked so hard to build many years ago. Let’s make 2022 a great year. Please support all of our local businesses. Join in all the fun of city celebrations and events put on by many of these businesses and the Albany Area Chamber of Commerce. Please contact City Hall at 320-845-4244 with any questions regarding residential or commercial lots. Contact me or any council member with any concerns. Contact information can be found at www.ci.albany.mn.us. I wish you all good health and happiness in 2022 and always.

Tom Kasner Albany Mayor

Albany is located in Stearns County, 20 miles west of St. Cloud and 80 miles northwest of Minneapolis-St. Paul on Interstate Highway 94, with direct access to State Highway 238, which originates in Albany. The closest airport is St. Cloud Airport - visit www. stcloudairport.com. Whether you are moving into the area, stopping for a short time on your way through or are in the area for a vacation, we are sure that you will find many activities to enjoy, including the beautiful Lake Wobegon Trail. You will receive a warm welcome from the citizens of Albany. More and more families are making the City of Albany their “small town” home. Albany’s population is 2,729.* Please be sure to visit the website for the Albany Area Chamber of Commerce (www. albanymnchamber.com) or the City of Albany (www.ci.albany.mn.us) for more details. * Source: MN State Demographer 2019 Estimate.

Directory Guide To our city

Welcome to Albany .......................................................... Page 3 Quick Reference Phone Numbers ............................... Page 4 City of Albany ..................................................................... Page 5 Public Utilities ..................................................................... Page 7 Albany Police & Fire Departments............................... Page 8 Chamber of Commerce .........................................Pages 10-11 Community Services ......................................................Page 12 Map of Albany ..................................................................Page 13 Community Organizations...................................Pages 14-15

Community Events Calendar ..............................Pages 16-18 History .................................................................................Page 20 Churches.............................................................................Page 21 Parks & Recreation ..........................................................Page 22 Lake Wobegon Trail ........................................................Page 23 Public Library + Information .......................................Page 24 Education ...................................................................Pages 26-28 Health + Senior Living ...........................................Pages 30-33 Business Directory...................................................Pages 35-37 www.star-pub.com | 2022 Albany Resource Guide | Page 3

City of Albany City of Albany 400 Railroad Avenue, PO Box 370 | Albany, MN 56307 320-845-4244 | www.ci.albany.mn.us tschneider@ci.albany.mn.us

Albany Business Development Labor Force Education Albany Area Schools 375 employees Elder Care Mother of Mercy Senior Living 200 employees

Park Board Ross Voit, Chairman Sonya Hoffarth | Grant Johnson Economic Development Authority Tom Kasner, Chairman Paul Wellenstein, Acting Chairman John Harlander | Jon Stueve Planning Commission Jon Stueve, Chairman Will Seiler, Acting Chairman Joe Wedel | Allison Dudek | William Scepaniak Administration Tom Schneider, Clerk/Administrator Albany City Council Tom Kasner, Mayor .......................................................320-845-2091 Alan Amdahl, Councilor ............................................. 320-845-7268 John R. Harlander, Councilor .................................... 320-845-2476 Keith Heitzman, Councilor ........................................ 320-845-2755 Adam Rushmeyer, Councilor .................................... 320-845-2230 Other Financial Services (public) City of Albany................................................................ 320-845-4244 Tax Increment Financing, Tax Abatement, Financial Package Preparation

Government The City of Albany is a Plan A Statutory City. Regular council meetings are held the first and third Wednesday of each month. The City of Albany functions under the direction of the following: A. Planning Commission B. Park Board C. Albany Economic Development Authority Topography The City of Albany is located in the central portion of the State of Minnesota. Its average elevation is 1,190 feet above sea level and is gently rolling terrain. Excellent productive soils and an abundant groundwater supply can be found in the City of Albany.

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Albany’s PUBLIC UTILITIES

ELECTRIC POWER: Xcel Energy provides uninterrupted commercial and residential service and has a substation in Albany. Electric rates are available upon request at (800) 895-4999. Stearns Electric Association supplies a small portion of the city’s electrical power. Call (800) 962-0655. GARBAGE: Residential garbage pick-up is available through Waste Management. Garbage and recycling pickup is on Monday. Call for more information at (320) 351-7831. NATURAL GAS: CenterPoint Energy provides uninterrupted commercial and residential gas service. Natural gas rates are available upon request at (800) 245-2377. TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICE: At Albany Mutual Telephone Association it’s all in your connection – bundle your telephone, long distance, high speed Internet, digital TV and nationwide cellular services to save time and money. Many options to fit your needs; convenient, nearby service and support and cutting-edge services, available from one local cooperative. Learn about all of our available services at www.albanytel.com or call (320) 845-2101.

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WATER: Albany’s municipal water system consists of a 250,000-gallon elevated water storage tank. The portable water hardness is 410 parts per million (29 grains hardness). The water treatment plant is currently capable of treating two million gallons of water per day and can be expanded to treat four million gallons per day as the city’s demand for water increases. Current water rates and billing information are available upon request at (320) 845-4244. WASTEWATER: Albany’s municipal wastewater collector and treatment system consists of four-cell (88 acre) wastewater stabilization ponds. The system provides sanitary treatment with chemical addition for phosphorus removal. The wastewater system has the capacity to accommodate new “wet” commercial and industrial users. Current wastewater rates are available upon request at (320) 845-4244.

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FIRE DEPARTMENT 231 4th St., Albany, MN 56307 Fire Hall: 320-845-4040 • Emergency: 911 The Albany Fire Department was established in 1893 to protect the Albany area. The original 16-member department battled fires with a horse-drawn fire apparatus, hand pumps and pails of water. Although their equipment and methods seem crude in today’s time, the original members were just as brave and dedicated as modern-day firefighters. Over the years and into the 21st Century, the Albany Fire Department has evolved with updated equipment, excellent training and additional personnel. The Albany Fire Department has a full staff of volunteer firefighters, which protect the city and township of Albany and a portion of Farming and Krain townships. The Albany Fire Department has 25 trained volunteers that respond to fires, medical crises, car accidents and many other emergencies and are on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

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POLICE DEPARTMENT 400 Railroad Ave, Albany, MN 56307 320-845-2200 • Emergency: 911 The Albany Police Department is committed to active partnerships with the community in order to protect life and property and enhance the safety and quality of life in the community we serve. The Albany Police Department strives to maintain the highest standard of excellence utilizing training and technology to create a safe environment for those who live in and visit Albany. The Albany Police Department is comprised of five full-time officers, as well as part-time officers. If you have an emergency, please dial 911. If you have a general question or a non-emergency call, please dial 320-845-2200. The office number is forwarded to Stearns County Dispatch if you place your call after hours or office staff is unavailable. Office hours are Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Police Chief ....................................................................Ozzie Carbajal Police Sergeant/School Resource Officer ............. Matt Gannon Full-Time Patrol Officers ............................................... Derrick Bjork Carter Fish Part-Time Patrol Officers ............................................. Joanna Bigler Eric Grabmeier Joseph Walz

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The Albany Area Chamber of Commerce is organized to promote the collaboration of area businesses and community organizations to work together on community events, and the promotion of area businesses for the betterment of the Albany area. The Chamber’s purpose is to also actively encourage local businesses to become members.

The Chamber of Commerce is a group of business professionals that promote supporting fellow local businesses. As part of shopping local, the Chamber offers “Albany Bucks.” These Albany Bucks, in the form of certificates, are treated just like cash and never leave the community. They are accepted at all businesses in the town of Albany. If you would like to purchase Albany Bucks for a gift, you can do so at Magnifi Financial. The Chamber meets monthly on the third Wednesday of each month at

noon. All new and existing businesses are welcome to become a member at any time throughout the year. Brand NEW Chamber members receive a 50% discount on their first year membership dues. Contact the Chamber for more information. In addition to promoting local business, the Chamber of Commerce sponsors a variety of events each year. The Annual Banquet, citywide garage sales, Lake Wobegon Community Expo, Heritage Day and Santa Day are just a few.

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Maria Hughes, executive secretary Albanycc@albanytel.com 320-845-7777 Aaron Smith, treasurer Schlenner Wenner & Company asmith@swcocpas.com 320-845-2940 Lynn Brutger, board member Magnifi Finanical lynn.brutger@mymagnifi.org 320-845-4784 Kitty Eickhoff, board member Albany Country Floral albanycf@albanytel.com 320-845-4776 Lindsey Clancy, board member Albany Mutual Telephone lindsey.clancy@albanytel.net 320-845-2101

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HOUSING: Albany has approximately 1,076 occupied households and a variety of apartment buildings. This diversity provides housing for varied incomes and family sizes. Many housing sites are still available in Golf Vistas, Highland Addition, Sterling Heights, Trails Edge and Whispering Oaks. Call City Hall for more details on each residential development. LIBRARY: Albany Public Library, located at 400 Railroad Avenue, is a 3,000-sq.-ft. spacious building. It is one of 32 libraries that make up the Great River Regional Library. With your free library card, you can check out books, videos, cassettes, compact discs, books-on-tape and popular magazines. Using the various reference resources, your questions will be answered, plus a public iInternet station is available for your use. Daily deliveries bring requested items to patrons within days and children’s programs are presented several times a year. More information on page 25. NEWSPAPERS: The Star Post is Albany’s official weekly newspaper. The city also has daily delivery of the St. Cloud Times, Minneapolis Tribune, USA Today and Pioneer Press. The Star Shopper, Hometown News and Dairyland Peach are also delivered weekly. POST OFFICE: Albany has a first-class post office. The Albany Post Office has all mail services available, with express mail overnight delivery to most major market cities and first class mail overnight delivery to Minneapolis-St. Paul. It is located at 141 Railroad Avenue. RADIO: KASM 1150 AM is a privately owned radio station. KASM has been serving central Minnesota since 1950 and provides the area with news, weather, farm reports, sports, community information and music that includes polka, country and sounds from the big band era. KASM’s signal extends to the North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa and Canadian borders. KASM’s sister station is KDDG 105.5 FM and plays your favorite oldies. TELEVISION: Digital TV from Albany Mutual Telephone is all digital with over 155 channels and multiple package options. Visit www.albanytel.com or call 320-845-2101. Cable service is provided by Spectrum (855)757-7328, serving Albany and the surrounding area.

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Community Organizations

Albany Food Shelf The Albany Food Shelf is located in the Albany Community Senior Center at 741 Lake Avenue and is run by volunteers. Hours are the first Thursday from 9-10 a.m. and the third Thursday from 5:30–6:30 p.m. Other times by appointment only, call 320-2916623. Donations can be mailed to P.O. Box 521, Albany, MN 56307 or placed in collection areas in the back of Seven Dolors Church or Our Savior’s Lutheran Church. If you have any questions about receiving help or if you would like to volunteer, please call Edna Goebel at 320-845-2343.

Albany Boy/Cub Scouts Cub Scouts is a program for all boys and girls in the first through fifth grade. The Albany Cub Scouts Pack #32 den meetings are held the first and third Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at Holy Family School and a pack meeting one Sunday/month. At the end of fifth grade, the boys can advance to Scouts BSA until the age of 18. The Boy Scout Troop #30 meetings are the second and fourth Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the American Legion in the meeting room upstairs. The annual school night to join Scouting is held each year in September. Flyers are sent home with the boys from school. Contact persons in Albany are committee chair Tanya Rothstein at 320-309-9164 and Scoutmaster Jason Roehrl at 320-249-0813.

Albany/Avon Scouts BSA The Scouts BSA Troop #32 meetings are the second and fourth Sunday of the month at 2:30 p.m. Contact Tanya Rothstein at 320-309-9164 for more information. Albany Girl Scouts The Albany Girl Scouts are open to girls in grades K-12. Troops meet at different times, usually 2-3 times per month. Please contact Tanya Rothstein at 320-309-9164 for more information. Albany Heritage Society The Albany Heritage Society has a book regarding the history of Albany. The books are available for purchase at the Albany Administrative Building or call Peggy Kloos at 651-233-8924 or Shirley Bauer at 320-845-4533. Albany Jaycees Ashley Clapp, President The Albany Jaycees have played a very active role in the community for many years. The meetings are the third Wednesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. (Summer month meetings are held at the Jaycee Shelter in Albany North Park and the winter month meetings are at Stubby’s Tavern and Schiffler’s Liquor in St. Anthony). Contact Ashley Clapp at 320-492-2848.

Albany Lions Club John Blenker, President; Dan Stommes, Vice President The Albany Lions Club meets every second and fourth Monday of the month at Shady’s Hometown Tavern. The Board of Directors meets at 6 p.m. with a meal following at 6:30 p.m. The meeting for the general members begins at 7 p.m. Those interested in joining the club may contact a current member.

Albany Women of Today The Albany Women of Today is a community service organization that welcomes anyone to join its membership. The meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 4:30 p.m. Contact Tanya Rothstein at 845-2099 or 320-309-9164. Page 14 | 2022 Albany Resource Guide | www.star-pub.com

American Legion Auxiliary The Auxiliary meets the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Legion (except for the months of June – August). Contact Bede Schmidt at 320-363-8619 for more information. American Legion Post #482 The American Legion Post #482 meets the first Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. Their facility is open to the public for meetings. Please call Ray Fuchs at 320-845-2743. Athletic Booster Club The Albany Booster Club is organized to promote and enhance sports for the Albany school district. To become a member contact Scott Buntje, Albany Area Schools Athletics Director at 320-845-5040. For more information, go to www.district745.org, click on the activities tab and then athletic information. Catholic Charities Senior Dining-Albany Located at Pondview Estates, 334 Golfview Drive. Meals are served Monday - Friday beginning at noon, and home-delivered meals are provided for the surrounding communities of Avon, Freeport, Holdingford, New Munich/Meire Grove/Greenwald, Melrose, Sauk Centre and St. Joseph. Partially funded under contract with the Central Minnesota Council on Aging as part of the Older Americans Act, and administered by Catholic Charities of the Diocese of St. Cloud. Volunteer opportunities are always available for all of the route areas. For more information, please call 320-845-4070, 320-845-6615 (kitchen), email: albanyseniordining@hotmail.com. 4-H Clubs 4-H is a family organization with the motto: “To Make the Best Better” and practice “Learn by Doing.” Meetings are generally once a month. If interested, please contact the Stearns County Extension Office for the group nearest you at (800) 450-6171.

Knights of Columbus Father Pierz Council Serving the parishes of Immaculate Conception (St. Anna), St. Anthony, St. Benedict, St. Francis, St. Martin and Seven Dolors. For more information, please contact James Welle at 320-845-2597. Assumption Community Faith in Action Assumption Community, as part of a caring effort throughout Stearns County, is providing services for our elderly neighbors. They provide friendly home visits, minor home repair/modification, respite care for caregivers, caregiver support through one-on-one coaching, housekeeping chores, transportation, shopping and running errands. These sustaining services provide those living in the rural communities of Stearns County with more opportunities to stay in their own home or apartment. If you are in need of any of these services, please contact Mike at 320-348-2322. They would love to talk with you about how they might be able to help. They make every effort to fill all need requests. Because they are built on the concept of being a “neighbor helping neighbor” program, they are always in need of volunteers throughout the rural communities of Stearns County. Volunteer times are flexible. Volunteer as little or as much as you would like. You decide the ways in which you would like to offer a helping hand.

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Senior Citizens The Albany Area Senior Citizens meet monthly on the first Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. at the Albany Area Community Senior Center. The purpose of the meeting is to keep senior citizens active and knowledgeable of programs that affect them. Speakers are invited to present information to let seniors know what is available to help them and how to access the help needed. Socializing is enjoyed by playing cards and bingo. Lunch is prepared and served by a group of members each month. You are invited to attend meetings. President: Shirley Bauer 320-845-4533. Sportsmen’s Club The Sportsmen’s Club, which is open to the public, provides trap and skeet shooting, five stand and youth programs. The club is open from April through September – Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 6 p.m. until dusk and Sundays from noon to 2 p.m. It is located 3 miles north of I-94 at Albany on Highway 238. Please call 320-845-4271 for more information.

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Stearns County Area Horticultural Society The Stearns County Area Horticultural Society meets the second Monday of the month (unless the date falls on a holiday), except during the summer months when garden tours take place. Meetings are at 7 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 840 Lake Ave. For more information email beth.thelen@live.com or call her at 320-845-4681. Stearns County Pioneer Club The Stearns County Pioneer Club has an elected board of directors. The annual Pioneer Days show is in September and is located a mile north of Albany between Highway 238 and County Road 10. The Pioneer Club meets the third Monday of the month. Please call Lee Mortenson at 320-393-2542 for more information.

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Community EVENTS

Please

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Event dates are subject to change according to state regulations at the time of the event. Please check with group/facility as the time approaches for any updated dates, times, locations, etc. These events, plus many more, can always be found on the Albany Area Chamber of Commerce’s website, www.albanymnchamber.org. Any questions about events happening throughout Albany can be e-mailed to albanycc@albanytel.com or by called the Chamber office at 320-845-7777.

Spring Firemen’s Department Cash Raffle and Dance April 9 | Shady’s Hometown Tavern and Events Center Benefit Breakfast May 5 | Mother of Mercy

One Person Scramble May 22 | Albany Golf Club

AHS Wrestling Tournament July 18 | Albany Golf Club

Mixed/Couples Night June 3 | Albany Golf Club

Mixed/Couples Night July 22 | Albany Golf Club

6-6-6 2-Person Tournament June 5 | Albany Golf Club

Divorce Open July 31 | Albany Golf Club

“Scrumble” 3-Person Tournament June 11 | Albany Golf Club

Mixed/Couples Night August 5 | Albany Golf Club

Mixed/Couples Night June 17 | Albany Golf Club Parent/Child Open June 19 | Albany Golf Club

City Wide Garage Sales May 6-7

Holy Family School Tournament June 20 | Albany Golf Club

Mixed/Couples Night May 20 | Albany Golf Club

Mixed/Couples Night June 24 | Albany Golf Club

Stearns County Area Horticultural Society Plant Sale May 21 | Legion Park by Albany City Hall

ABCD Tournament July 9 | Albany Golf Club

Avon Lions/Lakes Tournament May 21 | Albany Golf Club

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This event is the second weekend after Labor Day each September. The event is located a mile north of Albany between Highway 238 and County Road 10. The show started in 1975 and is put on by the Stearns County Pioneer Club, Inc. This non-profit organization has approximately 550 members. The show draws exhibitors, musicians and vendors from not only all over the state, but from states as far away as New York, as well as other countries. The show is a re-enactment of the life the pioneers lived. Old time activities include threshing, lumber sawing, blacksmith shop, general store, printing press, lath mill, country school, working water wheel, Corliss engine, big rope-making machine and model railroad museum, along with over 500 gas engines and more than 400 tractors on display. The ladies building features quilting, rug braiding and weaving, sewing, wool spinning and making ice cream. Each year the show features a particular brand of equipment that played a part in our American heritage. There is also a flea market and a tractor parade Saturday and Sunday. We also have a tractor pull Friday. Old-time, bluegrass and country music goes on all three days. We also have karaoke Friday and Saturday nights. Catholic and ecumenical church services are Saturday evening and Sunday morning in the old Arban Church. The club invites anyone interested in preserving antique equipment (and demonstrating how it was used) to join their club. Mail questions to the Pioneer Club, Box 482, Albany, MN 56307 or call Lee Mortenson at 320-393-2542 or 320-845-7410. Sunday - Thursday: 10 am - 9 pm Friday and Saturday: 10 am - 10 pm 121 8th Street, Albany, MN 56307 320.845.6999

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Albany’s HISTORY The City of Albany was incorporated in 1890, but not without a struggle. The first petition to incorporate, signed by 33 male residents of the proposed area of incorporation, was presented to the Stearns County Board of Commissioners Nov. 30, 1888. The County Board issued a notice calling for an election on the issue at the District 59 schoolhouse the following January. The Great Northern and Soo Line Railroads once bounded the city, but have since been removed and the right of way now is utilized for pedestrian (hiking/biking) travel. One of the lines running from Avon through Albany to Sauk Centre is now a paved bike, hike and snowmobile trail called the Lake Wobegon Trail.

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The water plant was installed in 1902 and electricity in 1909. Beautiful Pine and Pelican Lakes are about 4 miles northeast of Albany. It wasn’t an accident that the commercial development on Railroad Avenue (Main Street) was almost confined to one side of the street. The railroad designed it that way, the objective always being to receive revenue from people who used the rails. The land within the 300-foot railroad right of way was not for sale, only for lease. Businesses allowed to lease the land from the railroad were those who shipped by rail – livestock, grain, general merchandise, farm implements, automobiles and so on. Retail merchants and service businesses hesitated to build on the railroad right of way with only a 30-day lease, so they built on the north side of Main Street. The City celebrated 125 years in 2015.

Two Rivers Settlement in 1862 John Schwinghammer, Jr., laid the first claim in Two Rivers Settlement. The Obermiller and Platz families followed one year later. A halfway house was in Albany during the mid-1860s to accommodate pioneer travelers and traders on the Red River Trail. Seven Dolors parish was organized and a log church was built in 1868. This church also served as a school. Isador Obermiller served as first postmaster in 1870 with the coming of the Great Northern Railroad north of Albany. The settlement was relocated in 1872 and named Albany. A monument was erected on County Road 54, 1/2 mile east of Albany, in 1982 by the Stearns County Historical Society.

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St. Anthony 24326 Trobec St. Albany, MN 56307 stanthony@hohcatholic.org 320.845.2416

Immanuel Lutheran Church 23845 County Rd. 40 Albany, MN 56307 320-845-2620 Pastor David Steege Service Times: Sundays – 8:45 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. If no answer at church and you need immediate assistance, please call Don Barchenger at 320-845-4717

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Recreation PARKS &

North Park

North Park is the City’s largest park, approximately 58 acres, located on the north side of the City. The Park provides a wide variety of recreational resources, including tennis, disc golf, volleyball and basketball courts, skate board ramps, picnic shelters, playground equipment, hike/bike trails and softball field. Running water, electricity, and bathrooms in the Jaycee Shelter, which may be reserved for various events. To reserve the Jaycee or Lion’s Park shelter located in North Park, please call 320-845-4244. No camping is allowed in the park.

BOWLING Albany Bowling Center ...................... 320-845-4732 CAMPING (no camping in Albany) Cedar Lake Memorial Park, Upsala 320-573-2983 El Rancho Mañana, Richmond ........ 320-597-2740 GOLFING Albany Golf Club ................................... 320-845-2505 A public 18-hole golf course located adjacent to Interstate 94, a block from Main Street in Albany. Many water hazards provide challenges for the golfer attempting to shoot even par. They have Toptracer Driving Range. ICE SKATING WARMING HOUSE ......................... on North Lake CROSS COUNTRY SKI TRAILS on Albany Golf Course

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LODGING Baymont Inn and Suites..................... 320-845-2145 Lucy’s Loft ................................................ 320-291-5543 LIONS PARK is located along 6th Street and abuts the North Lake. Amenities include a baseball field, basketball court, picnic shelter and warming house for ice skaters during the winter months. COUNTRY ESTATES PARK includes a baseball field, volleyball court, playground equipment and picnic shelter. HALL’S HIGHVIEW PARK includes a baseball field, playground equipment and picnic shelter with running water and sewer. HIGHLANDS PARK includes playground equipment and is located adjacent to the Lake Wobegon Trail.

Legion park shelter is located along Main Street, this small park provides a great place for employees working in the downtown area to enjoy a relaxing lunch beneath the picnic shelter. The Albany American Legion erected monuments including flag displays in the park honoring those who have served in the United States Armed Forces, especially those who have given their lives. The park is used for activities involving the Lake Wobegon Trail, Memorial Day Services, Community Education, Concerts in the Park and the annual Heritage Day Celebration.

Lake Wobegon Trail The Lake Wobegon Trail measures 62 miles in Stearns County. The Stearns County segment of the Lake Wobegon Trail extends from the Stearns/Todd County line to St. Joseph and from Albany to the Morrison/ Stearns County line. There is an additional eight miles of the Lake Wobegon Trail in Todd County.

The trail is open to bicycling, snowmobiling without studs, walking and rollerblading. The trail was built on two abandoned railroad corridors – the Burlington Northern Santa Fe and the Soo Line.

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Sauk Centre to West Union ..................... 7.0 miles West Union to Osakis.............................. 5.0 miles Osakis to Nelson ..................................... 5.6 miles Nelson to Alexandria .............................. 6.5 miles Alexandria to Garfield ............................ 6.0 miles Garfield to Brandon................................ 5.4 miles Brandon to Evansville............................. 4.9 miles Evansville to Melby ................................ 4.6 miles Melby to Ashby ...................................... 4.2 miles Ashby to Dalton...................................... 7.5 miles Dalton to Fergus Falls ............................. 8.1 miles

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Lake Osakis

Lady Slipper Ride June 18th ladyslipperride.com

Charles A. Lindbergh State Park

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Osakis

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We want to help you and your family live a healthy life. We encourage and inspire health and well-being. And we care for you through all of life’s stages. Learn more about our providers, specialists and comprehensive services at CentraCare.com. 30 Railroad Ave., Albany | 320-845-2157

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The skilled and experienced healthcare team of CentraCare – Albany Clinic continues to offer primary care, urgent care, lab, imaging, physical therapy, diabetes education and ultrasound. In addition, visiting specialists offer obstetrics and gynecology, orthopedics and podiatry. A new facility was built in 2019. The physicians are board certified in Family Medicine and offer primary care for all ages. They are Libby Brever, MD; Nathan Brever, MD; and Brittany Nagel, DO. They are joined by Physician Assistants Jennifer Gannon, PA-C and Easton Popma, PA-C. The clinic provides a team-based care model where patients are a part of a team with skilled health professionals that work together to deliver more personalized, coordinated care and accessibility. The clinic hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Family Medicine physicians and advanced practice providers also see patients with urgent care needs on Saturday from 8 to 11 a.m. Physician Assistant William Green, provides urgent care for all ages Monday through Thursday from noon to 8 p.m. and Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Some symptoms appropriate for urgent care include upper respiratory infection, urinary tract infections, minor burns, vomiting, diarrhea, dehydration, acute sprains and strains. A certified diabetes educator and dietician works with patients as needed to create a personalized wellness plan that educates, motivates and empowers the patient with diabetes. It is designed to help patients find the tools they need to make positive changes in their behavior and lifestyles. Physical Therapy is offered Monday through Friday in conjunction with therapists from St. Cloud Hospital’s Rehabilitation Services.

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Albany Eye Clinic 471 Railroad Ave., Box 520 Albany, MN 56307 320-845-4747 Fax 320-845-4885

Melrose Eye Clinic 203 Main Street E, Suite B • Melrose, MN 56352 320-256-4000 • Fax 320-256-4002

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Mother of Mercy Nursing Home: Residents can participate in activities and dining while overlooking the scenic public golf course and the Church of Seven Dolors in Albany. Rehabilitative services such as physical, occupational, and speech therapy as well as round-the-clock licensed nursing staff are provided to residents in need of short-stay care, long-term care or memory care.

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Mother of Mercy Apartments: Overlooking the Albany Golf Course, Fairway Ridge offers an exceptional carefree, maintenance-free lifestyle with the assurance of assisted living. Grace Court Enhanced Assisted Living is for individuals who need higher levels of assisted living with around-the-clock personal care staff. Residents have the freedom to live in a residential setting as needs increase. Grace Court: Closes the gap between assisted living and skilled nursing care. Each person enjoys a private apartment with all rooms surrounding a central living area, where residents can gather to enjoy activities and meals together as a family. Memory Lane and Tranquility Place Memory Care: All our memory care communities have secured exits and are designed to look and feel like home. These private apartments open to central living areas and dining rooms. Spouses who wish to live with their loved one are welcome with double room options. Specially-trained staff help residents participate in daily life. Positive care staff interaction rejoices in the abilities and moments of connection. Pondview Estates: Nestled in the golf course residential neighborhood of Albany is Pondview Estates, a beautiful, income-qualified senior living community. A two-story lobby atrium welcomes residents home to a bright and airy apartment, complete with a full kitchen and bath, and an emergency call system. Outside are raised gardens, walking paths and a large front porch to enjoy summer breezes.

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320-845-4644 Box 24 Albany, MN 56307

ATtORNEY Willenbring, Dahl, Wocken & Zimmerman, PLLC

320-685-3678 800-247-0925 571 Railroad Ave. Albany, MN 56307 www.willenbring.com

AUCTIONEeRS Mitchell-Przybilla

320-250-2108 18909 County Rd. 54 Albany, MN 56307

AUTOMOTIVE + GAS STATIONS Albany Chrysler Center

320-845-2801 34650 225th Ave. Albany, MN 56307 www.albanychrysler.com Albany Tesoro

320-845-6577 140 Railroad Ave. Albany, MN 56307

Joel Schneider Service Inc.

320-845-4856 701 Railroad Ave., P.O. Box 537 Albany, MN 56307 www.joelschneiderservice.com Straightline Auto Glass

320-845-7141 1452 Railroad Avenue Albany, MN 56307 www.thewoodshopofavon.com

Avon Community Church

320-356-9001 204 Avon Avenue N. Avon, MN 56310

Harvest of Hope

www.hohcatholic.org sevendolors@hohcatholic.org 320-250-5618 320-845-2705 Our Savior’s Lutheran Church

320-845-2405 840 Lake Ave. Albany, MN 56307 www.OurSaviorsLutheranAlbany.org

CITY INFORMATION Albany Area Chamber of Commerce

320-845-7777 400 Railroad Ave. Albany, MN 56307 www.albanymnchamber.org Albany City Hall

320-845-4244 400 Railroad Avenue Albany, MN 56307 www.ci.albany.mn.us Albany Fire Department

320-845-4040 (911) 231 4th Street Albany, MN 56307 Albany Police Department

320-845-2200 (911) 400 Railroad Ave. Albany, MN 56307

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320-845-7010 741 Railroad Avenue Albany, MN 56307

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