2016 Summer Fun

2016

Fun in the Sun Guide

Freeborn County Minnesota

Albert Lea & Freeborn County Minnesota Supplement to the Freeborn County Shopper | Summer 2016

• 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!

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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

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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!!

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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]

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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



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• 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

[email protected]

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

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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

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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

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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

• 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

• 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

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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

[email protected]

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

• 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


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Insurance from the Best!

1330 W. Main, Albert Lea, MN507-377-2852

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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


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

2016 Summer Fun

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