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2016
Fun in the Sun Guide
Freeborn County Minnesota
Albert Lea & Freeborn County Minnesota Supplement to the Freeborn County Shopper | Summer 2016
PAGE 2 • SUMMER FUN 2016 • FREEBORN COUNTY SHOPPER
Albert Lea Senior CenterHours: Monday- 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon,
Tuesday - Friday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Aerobics, Yoga, Walking Club, Red Hat Society, Crafts and Card Recycling, Monthly Birthday Party, Play Pheffer, 500 or Bridge, Blood Pressure Checks, Innovision Eye Care, Coping with Grief, Stress Management Class, Class on Macular Degeneration, AARP Drivers Safety Classes, Ping Pong and Special Events 373-0704
Farmers Market - May thru OctoberNorth Broadway Parking Lot, Downtown Albert Lea & Northbridg Mall. Shop for locally raised fresh produce, flowers, food & more. Wednesdays 3:00-6:00 - North Broadway Lot Saturdays 9:00-Noon - Northbridge Mall Parking Lot
Albert Lea Public Library211 E. Clark St. - Located in City Hall 507-377-4350 Mon.-Thurs. 9:00-7:00, Fri. 1:00-6:00 Sat. Closed, Sun. 1:00-5:00
Aquatic Center Opens June 4th507-373-3328
Mon.-Fri. 1:00-5:00 pm Daytime Swim 6:30-8:00 pm Nighttime Swim
Sat.-Sun. 1:00-7:00 pm
Daily Admission: $3.50 Everyone, $1.25 2 Years & Under, $2.50 Non-Swimmer Nighttime Admission: $2 Everyone, $1 2 Years & Under
Family Pass $110 plus tax (4 family members same household)
Individual Pass $60 plus taxCaretaker Pass $30 plus tax (must be babysitter/nanny/PCA)
Albert Lea Public Library
1725 W. Main St. Skyline Plaza
Albert Lea, MN 56007 507.373.3938
All of our member businessesstand ready to serve you!
www.albertlea.org
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Welcome to Get In On The Fun Country.
Stay close to the action. Enjoy a
complimentary breakfast, a dip in the pool
and a short drive to area attractions. Visit
countryinns.com for a stay that will have
you saying, "I love this Country."
Albert Lea Skate ParkCity Beach - Open 9:00 am-9:00 pm 7 Days a Week
Albert Lea Art Center Art Shows226 W. Clark, Downtown Albert Lea 507-373-5665
Features different and uniquely special exhibits. [email protected] | www.thealbertleaartcenter.org
Bayside Water Ski ClubThe Bayside Ski Club puts on a Water Ski Show every Thursday at 7:00 pm June - August, at Edgewater Park in Albert Lea. They will be presenting special Fourth of July and Labor Day Shows at 2:00 pm. You won’t want to miss these LIVE events www.baysideskiteam.com
Playpark ScheduleThis year we will have 2 full-time parks and 4 others operating on a split schedule. Play Parks will be open Monday-Thursday with two leaders at each to supervise the building and grounds and assist children and families in creating a fun and happy summer! Parents are encouraged to stop by their neighborhood park and meet their Park Leaders.*Please note: Playparks are subject to close due to inclement weather and extreme heat.
When: June 6th – July 28th
Times:9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Academy & Hawthorne Parks9:00 a.m. - 12:00 pm. Lakeview & Southwest Parks1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Hayek & Sondergaard Parks
Who: Everyone Fee: Free!!
SUMMER FUN 2016• FREEBORN COUNTY SHOPPER • PAGE 3
Bayside Water Ski Show
5 Punch Pass for $25
For More Information: 507-379-4834
AlbertLeaCommunityEd.org
BOATHOUSE HOURS Opens June 4, 2016
Sunday-Friday 1:00-3:00pm
Saturday 9:00am-12:00pm
Sunday 5:00-7:00pm
Tuesday, Thursday 6:00-9:00pm
Boathouse Located at Brookside Boat Landing
Success Through Adults Reaching Students
Develop a relationship of trust with a deserving youth
Contact us for more Info on how you can become a STAR in a
child’s life: 507-383-5272 • [email protected]
Mentoring Makes a
Difference!Mentors
ForKids!
STARS
Hawthorne Elementary School1000 E. Hawthorne St., Albert Lea
Monday-ThursdayJune 27-July 21, 2016
CLOSED JULY 4thBreakfast Served: 7:45 AM-8:30 AMLunch Served: 10:45 AM-12:00 PM
Questions? Call Food Service Office at 379-5300 or 379-5301
USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer
THINKING. ACHIEVING. CARING.
ALBERT LEA AREA SCHOOLS
ALBERT LEA SCHOOLS/PUBLICSUMMER MEALS PROGRAM 2016
Meals at NO CHARGE to All children 18 and under
@albertleaschool
Albert Lea Area Schools
Albert Lea Area Schools@albertleaschool
Albert Lea Area Schools
Albert Lea Area Schools
@albertleaschool
Albert Lea Area Schools
Albert Lea Area Schools
PAGE 4 • SUMMER FUN 2016• FREEBORN COUNTY SHOPPER
Marion Ross Performing Arts Center147 N. Broadway, Albert Lea, MN Box Office: 507-377-4371 Tickets Available online at www.actonbroadway.com
ACT THEATRE!Richie Lee & Eddie Cochran Days- June 11, 2016
The Wizard of Oz - Written by L. Frank Baum July 14, 15, 16, 17(M), 20, 21, 22, 23(M) & 23, 2016 Directed by Steven Kinne
The Met: Live in HD! ACT and Civic Music have partnered to bring The Met: Live in HD to Marion Ross Performing Arts Center to give people in the area an opportunity to see The New York Metropolitan Opera live in Albert Lea. Go to www.actonbroadway.com for more information on performance dates and tickets.
Get a Base TanIt’s the most important thing to have
before your summer fun!
ETC1663 W. Main Albert Lea Skyline PlazaOPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK
EtceteraTanning & Clothing
Boutique507-377-TANS (8267)
$9.997-Day Unlimited 20 min. bed 1 pkg. per customer, per
month. Valid June, July, August.
TammiSaraLouise
Trust our experienceLove your vacation.
Downtown Albert Lea • 130 W. Clark 507-373-2473 | 800-247-5330
www.mainstcycles.com
STOP BY & CHECK OUT OUR:• Dirt Bikes & ATV’s • 150cc Scooters
• 50cc Scooters
SALES • SERVICE • PARTS
Jennie Johnson
507-475-1021
Tues., Wed., Fri. 10 am-5 pmThurs. 10 am-6 pmSat. 9 am-2 pm
1428 W. Main Street, Albert Lea, MN
Coalition Meetings 1st Thursday of Every Month! Freeborn Room in the Government Center
from 9:00-10:30 am - EVERYONE IS WELCOMEFor info on how to get involved & to learn more visit our website:
www.fcfsc.org and check out our Facebook Page!Feel free to contact our Program Coordinator with questions,
Lana Howe 507-377-5504 [email protected]
“What’s RIGHT isn’t always POPULAR, and what’s POPULAR isn’t always RIGHT.”
~ Live above the Influence ~
Freeborn County Partners In Prevention
A county coalition working to prevent & reduce underage
substance abuse among Freeborn County youth
FOOD VENDORSHandmade
UNIQUE ITEMS
FREE ADMISSION & PARKINGRestrooms On-Site - Contacts Penny 507-402-0675, Andrea 507-383-9548
50+ VENDORS • VINTAGE FINDS Repurposed Treasures
ANTIQUES • PRIMITIVESJUNCTION
35/90
FLEA MARKET
Freeborn CountyFairgrounds
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June 4-5 • Aug. 26-27 • Oct. 1-2 Find us on Facebook for More Info
SUMMER FUN 2016 • FREEBORN COUNTY SHOPPER • PAGE 5
JUNEBayside Water Ski ShowsEdgewater Park, June-September
Just Play FestivalFrank Hall Park
Kids TriathlonAquatic Center
Take a Kid FishingFountain Lake
Kids TriathlonAquatic Center
Albert Lea Aquatic Center OpensJune 4, 2016www.cityofalbertlea.org
Y-Not Golf TournamentJune 6, 2016Wedgewood Cove Golf Coursewww.ymcaal.org
Eddie Cochran WeekendJune 10-12, 2016
Art & Garden TourAlbert Lea
Lions Annual Fly-In BreakfastAlbert Lea Municipal Airport
Glenville DaysJune 10-12, 2016 Glenville, MN
Daybreakers Kiwanis Golf KlassicJune 11, 2016 - Green Lea Golf Course
Wind Down Wednesday on Broadway Summer Market & Music Festival - www.winddownwednesday.comJune 15, 2016 - Downtown Albert Lea
Alden Morin Lake DaysJune 17-19, 2016 Alden, MN
Thorne Crest Classic Car Show, Albert Lea, MNJune 23, 2016 5-7 pm
Ellendale DaysJune 24-26, 2016 - Ellendale, Minnesota
Everything we do, we do just for you!
I-90 & Bridge Avenue, Albert Lea, MNShopping Hours: M-F 10-9, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5
Some Businiess & Holiday Hours May VaryEvents Information 507-377-3185 www.northbridgemall.com
Over 25 Stores & BusinessesDepartment Stores • Specialty Stores
Restaurants • Salons • SpaCinema 7 Theatre • So Much More
Shop Locally
Check Out the Great Summer Programs at the
ALBERT LEA FAMILY Y
2021 West Main • Albert Lea, MN • 507-373-8228
FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT®
FOR HEALTHY LIVINGFOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
®
Quality Pet GroomingBig & Small we Groom Them AllNew Clients Welcome
We're all about your pet!
1034 So. Broadway, Albert Lea
507-373-0243
Grooming BoutqiueStacia’s
Open Mon.-Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-2
Kiester DaysJune 23-26, 2016 Kiester, MNwww.cityofkiester.com
Farming of Yesteryear Swap Meet, Horse Show and Antique Tractor Pull - Kiester, MNJune 25-26, 2016
Emmons BorderfestJune 25, 2016 Emmons, MN
Corey Goodnature Memorial Golf ClassicJune 25, 2016Green Lea Golf Coursewww.greenlea.com
JULY3rd of July ParadeJuly 3, 2016 6 pmBridge Ave. to Central Park
Pelican Breeze II CruiseJuly 4, 2016 6:00-7:30 pmAlbert Lea Lake
4th of July FireworksJuly 4, 2016 10 pmFountain Lake
4th of July Water Ski ShowJuly 4, 2016 2-3 pmEdgewater Park Bayside
4th of July Classic Car ShowJuly 4, 2016 2-6 pmNorth Broadway Parking Lotwww.albertleatourism.org
New Richland Farm & City DaysJuly 8-10, 2016New Richland
July JubileeJuly 8-10, 2016 Lake Mills, IA
Park & Rec CarnivalJuly 13, 2016Fountain Lake Park albertleatourism.org
PAGE 6 • SUMMER FUN 2016• FREEBORN COUNTY SHOPPER
UPDS Summer Classes *Competition * Technique* Princess Camp * Tumbling * American Girl Camp & MORE...
Please email [email protected]
or call 507-273-0402 for more information
Register online: www.updsdance.com
LeVerne Car lson
www.alden-conger.org {Click on LeVerne Carlson Fitness Center}
located in Alden, MN at theAlden-Conger Public School
• Cardio Area with Cybex Machines • Gymnasium • Fitness Classes• Weight Room with Cybex fitness equipment and free weights
• Elevated Walking Track • Men’s & Women’s Locker Rooms
Affordable & Flexible Membership options for everyone!
24-Hour Access with Personalized Key Card
Memberships starting as low as $5.00/monthContact Jenny Hovendick at (507) 874-3240
or [email protected] to get started!
SUMMER FUN 2016 • FREEBORN COUNTY SHOPPER • PAGE 7Sparky Dan Kruse Memorial Golf ClassicJuly 14, 2016Wedgewood Golf Course
April Sorenson Memorial 1/2-MarathonJuly 16, 2016 7:30 amCountry Inn & Suites www.livelaughrun.com
Hayward DaysJuly 16-17, 2016 Hayward, MN
Shinefest Tractor RideJuly 16, 2016 Freeborn Co. Fairgrounds
Freeborn County Chamber of Commerce Golf OutingJuly 18, 2016 1 pmGreen Lea Golf Course www.albertlea.org
Wind Down Wednesday on Broadway Summer Market & Music FestivalJuly 20, 2016 11 am-8 pmDowntown Albert Leawww.winddownwednesday.com
4-H Dog Show - 4-H BuildingFri., July 22 – Sat., July 23, 2016
Midwest Regional Ski Tournament - Bayside Ski Club Edgewater Park - Some of the best water skiers in the Midwest will compete this weekend.
St. John’s Garden Party & Antique Tractor ShowSt. John’s Lutheran Community StJohnsOfAlbertLea.org
AUGUSTFreeborn County FairAugust 2-7, 2016Freeborn County Fairgroundswww.freeborncountyfair.com
Eddie Cochran Weekend Car Show,Submitted by BuckMonsonPhoto.com
Antiques of the MidwestAntiques & Collectibles
Featuring a wide variety of genuine antiques offered by multiple dealersMon.-Sat. 10-4, Sun. 12-4, Closed Mondays Dec.-Mar.
218 S. Washington Ave., Albert Lea, MN Jody Wegner, Owner - 507-377-8212 - After Hours 456-3699
COOKOFF PROVIDES STEAKS $125 ENTRY FEE TO COOK
Appetizer 1st $150 - 2nd $100 - 3rd $50Margarita 1st $150 - 2nd $100 - 3rd $50
$20 Entry Fee Per CategoryContest Benefits Kids’ Scholarships
http://bigislandfestivalandbbq.org800-658-2526/507-402-6371
Aug. 26, 2016 Albert Lea, MNFreeborn Co. Fairgrounds
1st Place Steak - $1,0002nd Place Steak - $5003rd Place Steak - $4004th Place Steak - $3005th Place Steak - $200
Check our Website for Special Eventswww.fchm.us
Freeborn County Historical Museum, Library & Village
1031 Bridge Ave. • Albert Lea, MN 56007 • 507-373-8003Museum & Library Open Year Round – Village Open May thru September
Wednesday - Saturday 10 am to 4 pm
PAGE 8 • SUMMER FUN 2016• FREEBORN COUNTY SHOPPERKennel Club of Freeborn Co. Dog ShowAlbert Lea City Arenawww.kennelcluboffreeborncounty.org
Relay for LifeAugust 12, 2016 www.relayforlife.orgFreeborn County Fairgrounds
Samborie Motor Coach RallyFreeborn County Fairgrounds
Wind Down Wednesday on Broadway Summer FestivalAugust 17, 2016 11 am-8 pmDowntown Albert Leawww.winddownwednesday.com
“Echoes from the Past”August 17, 2016 Graceland Cemetery www.fchm.usFreeborn Co. Historical Museum
Wind Down Wednesdays Downtown Albert Lea
Green Mountain Grills
Lic. #BC001552
603 1st Ave S • Albert Lea, MN 56007 www.HomeSolutionsMidwest.com • 507-373-3435
$2.00 OFFon a bag of GMG pellets
Limit 5 bags. Offer ends June 30, 2016.
Re-Elect
She will continue to bea strong voice for our area!
Prepared and paid for by the Bennett for MN House 27A committee • P.O. Box 308 • Albert Lea, MN 56007
St. John’s Lutheran Community
10th Annual Garden Party &Antique Tractor Show
Thursday, July 28th5:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Live Bluegrass Music by Dale MartellBring your lawn chair & enjoy live music!Nordean Krueger and the Antique Tractor People
BRUNO’S CORN DOGS
SUMMER FUN 2016 • FREEBORN COUNTY SHOPPER • PAGE 9Wells Kernel DaysAugust 18-21, 2016 Wells, MN
Albert Lea Floats CelebrationFrank Hall Park
State BBQ/Steak/Chili CompetitionAugust 26-27, 2016Freeborn County FairgroundsFunds raised benefit BIR Education Dayswww.bigislandfestivalandbbq.org
Albert Lea Hockey Golf OpenAugust 27, 2016Green Lea Golf Course www.greenlea.com
“Cruise to the Cove” Wedgewood Cove Golf CourseWed., August 31, 2016, 4 pm-8 pmOpen to all classic cars & specialty vehicles, door prizes for registered participants, 50’s and 60’s music provided by Megaforce - www.oldcarco.com
SEPTEMBER89th Annual Short Stop Golf TournamentSeptember 3-5, 2016Green Lea Golf Course www.greenlea.com
Labor Day Water Ski ShowEdgewater Park UMPBA Fountain Lake Powerboat RacesEdgewater Bay, Edgewater Park
Autumn in the VillageFreeborn County Historical Society
Thorne Crest 6th Annual 5K Run/Walk, Albert Lea, MNJune 10, 2016 9 am
Ryan “Pie” Truesdell Memorial Sports WeekendSeptember 10-11, 2016 Snyder Field
33rd Annual Threshing FestivalSeptember 10-11, 2016 Kiester, MN
Crossroads Camping GroupSeptember 9-10, 2016Freeborn County Fairgrounds
UMPBA Power Boat RacesEdgewater Bay, Fountain Lake
Autumn in the VillageSeptember 17, 2016 12:00 pm-4:00 pmFreeborn County Historical Museum
Minnesota’s Largest County Fair
PresentsDavid Smith Jr.
Human Cannonball
Owatonna, MN • www.scff.org or 800-423-6466
August 16-21OWATONNA
Motor Company
PAGE 10 • SUMMER FUN 2016• FREEBORN COUNTY SHOPPERCelebrating the Arts & ArtistsSeptember 23, 2016Wedgewood Cove
Big Island Rendezvous Education DaysSeptember 29-30, 2016Bancroft Bay Park
OCTOBERBig Island Rendezvous & FestivalOctober 1-2, 2016Bancroft Bay Park
Green Lea Golf Course Shortstop Tournament
Albert Lea Austin Owatonna Online | 507-433-0600 | riverland.edu
Riverland Community College, a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System, is an equal opportunity, affirmative action educator and employer. © 2016 Riverland Community College. All rights reserved.
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Proudly serving Albert Lea and the surroundingcommunities since 1940, Riverland CommunityCollege offers over 90 academic programs including the first two years of a four-year education, bachelor’s degree partnerships, and workforce-ready technical careers – all at a fraction of the cost of most colleges and universities.
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SUMMER FUN 2016 • FREEBORN COUNTY SHOPPER • PAGE 11Just Play Event City of Albert Lea
Horse & Mule Ribbon Fun Show - Sat., June 25New Horse & Mule Trophy Exhibition Show -
Sun., June 26(Free admission, crafts, swap meet, tractor/horse games,
& more both days) For more info call (507) 383-1966 33rd Farming of Yesteryear Threshing Festival
Featuring IH Tractors and Gas EnginesSaturday & Sunday, Sept. 10-11, 2016 Exhibits, Eats, Entertainment1736 600th Ave, Kiester, MN • 2 miles East & 2 miles South of Kiester
1617 W. Main St.Albert Lea
(Next to Skyline Plaza)
379-2364
$100 OffAny 24 Pack Cans of Beer
Expires 8/31/16
COUPON
15% OffAny Bottle or Box of Wine
Expires 8/31/16
COUPON
Mon-Thurs 9am-8pm • Fri & Sat 9am-10pm
Cruise Clear Lake on theAuthentic Stern Wheeler
For information and up-to-date public cruise
schedule go to: www.cruiseclearlake.com
or Call 1-641-357-2243 Find us on Facebook
The New Thorne Crest
The New Thorne Crest
� Independent Living–1 & 2 bedroom new apartments available for fall move in!
� Assisted Living� Rehabilitation� Health Care
� Memory Care� Pool & Wellness Center� Heated Parking Garage
(507) 373-2311www.ThorneCrest.net1201 Garfield Ave. Albert Lea, MN, 56007
Thorne Crest is owned and operated by American Baptist Homes of the Midwest, a not-for-profit provider of senior health care since 1930.
The New Thorne Crest
� Independent Living–1 & 2 bedroom new apartments available for fall move in!
� Assisted Living� Rehabilitation� Health Care
� Memory Care� Pool & Wellness Center� Heated Parking Garage
(507) 373-2311www.ThorneCrest.net1201 Garfield Ave. Albert Lea, MN, 56007
Thorne Crest is owned and operated by American Baptist Homes of the Midwest, a not-for-profit provider of senior health care since 1930.
The New Thorne Crest
� Independent Living–1 & 2 bedroom new apartments available for fall move in!
� Assisted Living� Rehabilitation� Health Care
� Memory Care� Pool & Wellness Center� Heated Parking Garage
(507) 373-2311www.ThorneCrest.net1201 Garfield Ave. Albert Lea, MN, 56007
Thorne Crest is owned and operated by American Baptist Homes of the Midwest, a not-for-profit provider of senior health care since 1930.
The New Thorne Crest
� Independent Living–1 & 2 bedroom new apartments available for fall move in!
� Assisted Living� Rehabilitation� Health Care
� Memory Care� Pool & Wellness Center� Heated Parking Garage
(507) 373-2311www.ThorneCrest.net1201 Garfield Ave. Albert Lea, MN, 56007
Thorne Crest is owned and operated by American Baptist Homes of the Midwest, a not-for-profit provider of senior health care since 1930.
(507) 373-2311 www.ThorneCrest.net
507-318-9001– Patios – Retaining Walls
– Sod – Water Drainage – Landscaping – Mowing
Black Top Seal Coating
Where family & friends meet for great food & good times! Steve & Jodi Dittrich
Catering & Off-Site Liquor License Available
507-256-4501 • Downtown Geneva • www.georgesofgeneva.com
WE ARE ALL ABOUT AWESOME FOOD!Local Locker/Farm to Table
Tues.-Fri. 3:30 pm to Close, Sat. 11 am Lunch to Close
George’s of Geneva Supper Club
Daily Specials:Tues: Cook’s Choice
Wed: Walleye Dinner
Thurs: Steak & Shrimp or Steak & Lobster Tail
Fri: Slow Roasted Prime Rib or All You Can Eat Fish Fry
Sat: Slow Roasted Prime Rib or BBQ Ribs
PAGE 12 • SUMMER FUN 2016• FREEBORN COUNTY SHOPPERPellican Breeze Albert Lea Lake
Pelican Breeze IIFRIDAY - GREEN MILL PIZZA CRUISE - 6:00-7:30 pm $20 per person, $5 age 5 & under
Reserve by 4:00 pmSUNDAY - PUBLIC CRUISE - 1:30-3:00 pm - Meet at Dock 1:15
No Reservations RequiredPRIVATE CRUISES - 2 Hours - $395.00
SPECIALTY CRUISESJuly 4th Cruise 6:00-7:30 pm
$10 per person
Al Batt - Nationally Known StorytellerJune 5, July 3, Aug. 21 & Oct. 2
Reservations Required
pelicanbreeze.org
507-383-7273
Celebrating20 Years!
an outdoorretreatSee us for
FlowersTreesShrubsPottery
1414 W. Main, Albert Lea(Across from Marketplace Foods)
377-2372www.AlbertLeaGardenCenter.com
Open Mon-Fri 8-5, Sat 8-4
2016 Worth County FairJune 15-19 Northwood, IA
For complete list of events go to: www.worthcountyfair.com
Wednesday, June 15th8:30 AM 4-H/FFA Dog Show /10:30 AM 4-H/FFA Pet Show1:00 PM 4-H/FFA Horse Show – Halter & Pleasure Classes
7:30 & 9:00 pm Hypnotist, Shelter House
Thursday, June 16th9:30-11:00 4-H/FFA Rabbit Show
Noon Free Lunch sponsored by Farmers State Bank 1:00 PM 4-H/FFA Horse Show - Games
3:00 PM Farm Bureau Tractor Operator Contest5:30-7:00 PM Fair Board Appreciation BBQ
6:00 PM Pedal Pull7:00 pm Borderline Band, Grandstand
Friday, June 17th8:00 AM 4-H/FFA Swine Show
11:30 AM 4-H Butterfly Pork Chop Lunch 5:00 PM 4-H/FFA Poultry Show, Poultry/Pet Barn
7:00 pm Rodeo, GrandstandApprox. 8:00 pm Wood Carving Auction
Saturday, June 18th8:00 AM 4-H/FFA Beef Show
TBA Bucket/Bottle Calf Show following 4-H Beef Show12 Noon Free Lunch Sponsored by NSB Bank
1:30 PM 4-H/FFA Dairy Show 2:00-4:00 PM Carnival Ride Armband Special - $15
6:30 pm Tractor Pull, Grandstand
Sunday, June 19th9:00 Church Service11:30 Baby Contest
12 Noon 4-H / FFA Sheep ShowNoon BBQ by Worth Co. Cattlemen
4:30 Goat Show7:00 pm Nick Dattilo
Buddy Holly Tribute, Grandstand
$10 All Week Pass5 days of Fun!!
$5 Day Pass Purchase before 3 pm
| Nick’s Kids Show - 3 Shows Thurs.-Sun.Smith’s Amusement Carnival
Face Painting | Caricature DrawingsFri. 11-5, Sat. 1-5
Matt’s Family Jam - Wed.-Sun. 3 Shows DailyChris Short Puppet Show - Fri.-Sun. 3 Daily
SUMMER FUN 2016 • FREEBORN COUNTY SHOPPER • PAGE 13
Troy Thompson LUTCF
Insurance from the Best!
1330 W. Main, Albert Lea, MN507-377-2852
Wedgewood Cove Golf Club
Northwood Country Club open to the publicGREEN FEES: 9 Holes $12 - 18 Holes $20CART FEES: 9 Holes $9 - 18 Holes $18Come visit us... Northwood Country Club is a well established nine hole course nestled between the Shellrock River and the countryside of northern Iowa.
Known to the local golfers as “The Nasty Nine”, Grab a snack or a sandwich from the grille along with your favorite beverage from our well stocked bar.
1391 490th Street | Northwood, Iowa | 641-324-1662
TRADES & LABORFEDERAL CREDIT UNION
NCUA Insured Lender
610 S Broadway, Albert Lea, MN
377-1863
Get Pre-Approved Before You Shop
Vehicle Loans As Low As
2.49%APR
www.tradesandlabor.com
From Albert Lea go So. on Hwy. 65, First Left After State Line Rd., Follow Signs
Fairy Flowers • SucculantsPW Shrubs • Garden Seeds
Large Selection of Annuals & Perennials • Hanging Baskets
Tropical Plants
WILD ROSEGARDEN CENTER
5052 Nuthatch Ave., Northwood, IA Open Mon.-Sat. 8:00-6:00
L-R: Collin Johnson 1 year, Todd Grove 33 years, Nick Olson 59 years, Brandon Slowinski 16 years, Shannon Slowinski 2 years,
Mike McGuire 16 years, Nick Jepson 10 years, Kevin Lockey 3 years
Turn to Our Experts
GORDONSVILLE, MN • 507-448-330210 Minutes South of Albert Lea
OPEN DAILY 8 AM-5 PM, SATURDAY 8 AM-12 PM
for uncomparable knowledge & serviceOur Team Offers 167 Combined Years of Experience
Dependability Since 1950
HIGHEST PRICE FOR ALUMINUM CANS
BUYERS OF ALL TYPES OF METALS
Blazing Star Trail
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971 Plaza St. | Albert Lea, MN | 507.377.4284www.freebornlumber.com | M-F 7:30am-5pm; Thurs until 7pm
See us for all your Building & Home needs.
The Albert Lea Hazard collections are held at the City Transfer station 2506 W. Richway Drive. Collections in other cities are generally near a city hall or fire station.
Farmers may bring their unwanted agriculture pesticides to the haz-ardous waste collections for disposal. Funding for this program is provided by the Minnesota Department of Agricul-ture Waste Pesticide Collection Program in cooperation with Freeborn County.
www.co.freeborn.mn.us
FREEBORN COUNTY RESIDENTS ONLY
NO EARLY DROP-OFFS
*It is illegal to drop off and leave items meant for collectin without registering.
Written survey is required of all participants. Resident smay attend any collection in any city.
2016 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Schedule
Date City Day Time
4-27 Freeborn Wed 12-35-11 Hollandale Wed 12-35-14 Albert Lea Sat 9-125-19 Alden Thurs 3-66-1 Geneva Wed 3-66-4 Albert Lea Sat 9-126-9 Emmons Thurs 12-3 6-21 Hayward Tues 12-3 6-28 Hartland Tues 12-3 7-9 Albert Lea Sat 9-12 7-14 Twin Lakes Thurs 3-6 7-20 Clarks Grove Wed 12-3 8-20 Albert Lea Sat 9-12 9-10 Albert Lea Sat 9-12 9-15 Glenville Thurs 12-3
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A family that... Plays Together, Stays Together!
Grandstand EventsWed. 6:30 pm – Free - MN Minn-E-Rods Tractor Pull
Thurs. 7:30 pm – Great Frontier Bull RidingMutton Bustin’ & Dress a Calf Competition
Fri. 7 pm – The Waseca Classic Demolition DerbySat. 6 pm – Enduro Auto Race
Sun. 1 pm Waseca MayhemBeer Garden “Free” Entertainment Nightly - Full Liquor
Wed. 8:30 pm – Them Pesky KidsThurs. 8:30 pm – Whiskey Stone
Fri. 5-7 pm –Happy Hour w/The Peddler, Pumper & Politician Fri. 8:30 pm – Good for Gary
Sat. 5-7 pm MilleniumSat. 8:30 pm – The Blue RingersSun. 12 pm – Lightning Karaoke
Free Entertainment All Week Long!!!FARMER TOM WALSH - An Educational Celebration of Life on the Farm
with Funny Songs and Stories! Kids Power Pedal Tractor Pull
Dueling PianosAlfy’s “World of Robotic Puppets
Kiddie Coin Find Antique Tractors on display daily
Many other fine performers & contests daily! “Amusement Attractions”Providing larger, more exciting rides for all ages!
20 Tickets $30 - One Ride Per Ticket! Available June 30 at HyVee & Waseca County Extension Office
For more info visit www.wasecacountyfreefair.com – Fair Books will be delivered in the Waseca County Shopper. Also available at local businesses, fair grounds, and online!
Waseca County
“FREE” FairJuly 13-17, 2016
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Albert Lea Parks & RecreationLocated at the City Arena
507-377-4370 www.ci.albertlea.mn.us
Register Online for All Our Activities!
Enjoy Everything Albert Lea has to Offer...Aquatic CenterSenior CenterOver 40 parks
City ArenaAdult Recreation
Youth Events & Activities
CLASSIC CARCRUISE IN’SWednesdays 4 pm-8pm
May 18 • June 22 • July 20 • Aug. 17 • Sept. 21
EAT IN | PICKUP | DELIVERY
2430 N. Bridge Ave., Albert Leain the Northbridge Mall 507-377-2166
Delivery 11 am-9 pm Daily
PIZZA
Sponsored By
Lots of Prizes & Meal Discounts for Participants!
505 E. Main, Albert Lea
373-0636
COMPLETE AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR• Oil changes • Tires • Radiators • Transmissions • Brakes
• Nitrogen Inflation • Tune-Up • Wheel Balance • Shock Absorbers• Computerized Alignment • Mufflers • AND MUCH MORE!
2314 Hendrickson Rd., Albert Lea - Across from Wal-Mart507-377-2773
FREE BAG OF ICEWITH
PURCHASE!
Mon-Thurs 9am-8pm Fri-Sat 9am-9pm
LEWIS CHARLES CYCLESmotorcycle sales,
service & accessoriesV-Twin & Metric
Mike Owenscell 507.720.4114
shop 507.369.5292
919 west mainalbert Lea, mn
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Visit Our Website for Tickets and Information: www.bigislandfestivalandbbq.org or Call 1-800-658-2526
The Midwest’s Largest Historical
Reenactment of Early America
October 1-2, 201630th Annual Event
Over 1,000 Participants, Ethnic Food & Crafts 300 Tipis, Lodges & Shelters & Stage Entertainment
Voted one of the TOP 100 FESTIVALS in North America by the American Bus Association.
Flea Market
New This Year
Free Admission
Over $10,000 in Cash & Prizes
Stage Entertainment
Albert Lea, Minnesota
August 26-27, 2016Freeborn County Fairgrounds
State BBQ/Steak/Chili CompetitionThe Best Barbeque from the Midwest ‘s Best Cooks
RPR (Formerly Tanglefoot) will be Jamming with their Friends Both Days
Proceeds Benefit BIR Education Days Scholarships
8:00 am-8:00 pm 7 DAYS A WEEK507-256-7737
Cell 507-402-7327
CLARKS GROVE GOLF COURSE
1 Mile South of Clarks Grove, MN
On Co. Rd.45
Fun for the Whole Family!
Introducing Foot Golf9-Hole Golf Course with Soccer Balls
$6 JUNIORS (12 & Under) • $8 ADULTS$2 SOCCER BALL RENTAL
Try the Newest Sport in Freeborn County
FREESoccer Ball Rental
Clarks Grove Foot Golf
IntroducingCo-Ed Foot-Golf
LeagueFriday Nights!
9 HOLES • PAR 32 • EXECUTIVE