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2014 Fun in the SunActivities Guide
Brought to you by the Freeborn County Shopper
PAGE 2 SUMMER FUN 2014 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 Shop for locally raised fresh produce, flowers, food & more. Wednesdays 4:00 to 6:00 - North Broadway Lot Saturdays 9:00 to Noon - Northbridge Mall Parking LotAlbert Lea Public Library211 E. Clark St. - Located in City Hall 507-377-4350 Mon.-Thurs. 9:00-7:00, Fri. & Sat. Closed, Sun. 1:00-5:00
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Aquatic Center Opens June 7thOpen Mon.-Fri. 1pm-5pm Daytime Swim 6:30-8pm Nighttime SwimSat. & Sun. 1pm-7pm Kids 2 & Under $1.25Everyone $3.50 Daytime & $2 Nighttime Non-Swimmer $2.50Family Pass $110 plus tax (2 adults, 2 children same household) Individual Pass $60 plus taxCaretaker Pass $30 plus tax (must be babysitter/nanny/PCA)507-373-3328Albert Lea Skate ParkCity Beach - Open 9:00 am-9:00 pm 7 Days a Week
Summer Kick-Off Sat. May 24th 11am Free
Albert Lea Art Center Art Shows224 S. Broadway, Downtown Albert Lea 507-373-5665
Features different and uniquely special exhibits in the gallery. Free admission. Open Tues.-Sat. 10 am-2 pm alartcenter@gmail.com | www.thealbertleaartcenter.org
Bayside Water Ski ClubThe Bayside Ski Club puts on a FREE Water Ski Show every Thursday evening June - August, at Edgewater Park in Albert Lea. They will be presenting special Fourth of July and Labor Day Shows at 2pm. You wont want to miss these LIVE events www.baysideskiteam.com
Playpark ScheduleParks will operate on a split schedule. Hayek, Lakeview and Sondergaard will be open during the mornings and Academy, Hawthorne and Southwest during the afternoons. Playparks 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! Each day offers something new and exciting. Check out our calendar. Parents are encouraged to stop by their neighborhood park and meet their Park Leaders. Parents did you know that playparks are open to everyone?! That means you or a family member are more than welcome to come and utilize the parks with your little ones. Think of them as a mini recreation center!*Please note: Playparks are subject to close due to inclement weather and extreme heat. When: June 9th July 31st Time: 9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. & 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Who: Everyone Fee: Free!!!
Marion Ross Performing Arts Center147 N. Broadway, Albert Lea, MN Box Office: 507-377-4371 Tickets Available online at www.actonbroadway.comAnnie, the MusicalDirected by Gordy HandelandShow dates: July 17,18,19,20(M),23,24,25,26, 2014
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 SpaBook Store Cinema 7 Theatre So Much More
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New to Marion Ross Performing Arts Center: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.
JUNEOpen Streets Albert Lea A Day of PlayJune 1, 2014Albert Lea, Minnesota www.albertleatourism.org
Georgette Jones ConcertJune 5, 2014 7:30 pm-9:00 pmMarion Ross Performing Arts Center
Kids TriathlonJune 7, 2014 9:00 am-11:00 amAquatic Center
Take a Kid FishingJune 7, 2014 9:00 am-12:00 pmEdgewater Bay
Richie Lee - Eddie Cochran DaysJune 7, 2014 7:30 pm-9:00 pmMarion Ross Performing Arts Center
Albert Lea Aquatic Center OpensJune 7, 2014www.cityofalbertlea.org
Lakeview & Cloverleaf Lions Annual Fly-In BreakfastJune 8, 2014 7 am-12:30 pmAlbert Lea Municipal Airport
Glenville DaysJune 13-15, 2014 Glenville, Minnesota
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!
Photo submitted by Kaylee Nash
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430 Bridge Ave., Albert Lea, MN 507-377-1616 or 507-377-0276
Toll Free 1-877-647-8666Member NCUA
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United Employees Credit Union serves the communities of Freeborn
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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 Demolition DerbySat. 7 pm Enduro/Compact Car Race
Sun. 11 am 3K Mud Run2 pm Day of Mayhem
Beer Garden Free Entertainment Nightly - Full LiquorWed. 8:30 pm Cherry Gun Band
Thurs. 7:30 pm Strange Daze BandFri. 7:30 pm So Big Band
Sat. 7:30 pm - Jonah & the Whales BandFree Entertainment All Week Long!!!
Antique Tractors on display dailyTina & Lena Show- Wed. 5 pm & 7 pm
Sharris School of Dance-Thurs. 5:30 pmAuto & Cycle Show & Shine Sun. 1-4pm
Dream Weaver Comedy Hypnosis Show-Sat. 2 pm, 4pm & 7 pmMega Jump Action Sports Experience-Saturday 1 pm, 3 pm, 6 pm
Many other fine performers & contests daily!
Amusement AttractionsProviding 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 information visit www.wasecacountyfair.org Fair Books will be delivered in the Waseca County Shopper. Also available at local businesses, fair grounds, and online!
Waseca County
FREE FairJuly 16-20, 2014
FREE Customized Cosmetic Skin Care Consultation
2718 Ekko AvenueAlbert Lea, MN 56007
507-373-2270
Weve been providing comprehensive skin care & dermasurgical solutions for over 20 years.
Skin cancer removal with cosmetic reconstruction
Mole removal, pre-cancer treatment
Medical care: including acne, warts, rashes, eczema, nail and scalp difficulties
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Photo submitted by Mike Tabor
Eddie Cochran WeekendJune 13-14, 2014Freeborn County Historical Museum | www.fchm.us
UV Splash DashJune 14, 2014 No. Broadway Parking LotPreparty & concert 8pm, Dash 10pmwww.uvsplashcolordash.com/albert-lea-minnesota.html
National Theatre King LearJune 20-21, 2014 7:00 pm-8:00 pmMarion Ross Performing Arts Center
Alden Morin Lake DaysJune 20-22, 2014 Alden, MN
Kiester DaysJune 19-22, 2014 Kiester, MNwww.cityofkiester.com
Henry & Ans Van Erkel ExhibitJune 22-July 18, 2014 1:00 pm-3:00 pmAlbert Lea Art Center
Farming of Yesteryear Swap Meet, Horse Show and Antique Tractor PullJune 21-22, 2014Kiester, MN
National Theatre: A Small Family BusinessJune 27-28, 2014 7:00 pm-8:30 pmMarion Ross Performing Arts Center
Fashion Style ShowJune 28, 2014 Bethany Hall First LutheranFreeborn County Historical Museum | www.fchm.us
Wind Down Wednesday on Broadway Summer Market & Music FestivalJune 25, 2014Downtown Albert Lea | www.winddownwednesday.com
Ellendale DaysJune 26-29, 2014 Ellendale, MinnesotaEmmons BorderfestJune 27-28, 2014 Emmons, MNWalters DaysJune 28, 2014 Walters, MNCorey Goodnature Memorial Golf ClassicJune 28, 2014Green Lea Golf Course | www.greenlea.com
JULY3rd of July ParadeJuly 3, 2014 6 pmBridge Avenue
Geneva Lake JamJuly 3-5, 2014Harmony Park, Clarks Grove
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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 LIVING
FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
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 Wednesday - Saturday 10 am to 4 pm
Village Open May - September
1201 Garfield Ave., Albert Lea, MN 56007 507-373-2311
Independent Living Assisted Living Health Care Rehabilitation
Horse Show - Saturday, June 21, 2014Antique Tractor Pull - Sunday, June 22, 2014(Swap Meet & Craft Sale Both Days)For more information call (507) 383-1966 or (507) 525-1828
31st Farming of Yesteryear Threshing ShowFeaturing John Deere Machinery
Saturday & Sunday, Sept. 6-7, 2014 Exhibits, Eats, Entertainment1736 600th Ave, Kiester, MN 2 miles East & 2 miles South of Kiester
Photo submitted by Kaylee Nash
SUMMER FUN 2014 FREEBORN COUNTY SHOPPER PAGE 7Pelican Breeze II Fireworks CruiseJuly 4, 2014 9 pmAlbert Lea Lake
4th of July FireworksJuly 4, 2014, 10 pmFountain Lake
4th of July CarnivalJuly 3-4, 2014North Broadway Ave., Albert Lea
4th of July Classic Car ShowJuly 4, 2014 5-7 pmNorth Broadway Parking Lotwww.albertleatourism.org
Sparky Dan Kruse Memorial Golf ClassicJuly 10, 2014Wedgewood Golf Course
Battle of BandsJuly 12, 2014 12:00 pm-5:00 pmEdgewater Park
July JubileeJuly 11-13, 2014 Lake Mills, IA
April Sorenson Memorial 1/2-MarathonJuly 12, 2014Country Inn & Suites | www.livelaughrun.comHayward DaysJuly 12-13, 2014 Hayward, MN
Classic Air Stream Camper RallyJuly 14-19, 2014Freeborn County Fairgrounds
Wind Down Wednesday on Broadway Summer Market & Music FestivalJuly 16, 2014 11 am-8 pmDowntown Albert Leawww.winddownwednesday.com
Annie the MusicalJuly 17-19 & 23-26, 2014 7:30 pm 9:00 pmJuly 20, 2014 2-4pmMarion Ross Performing Arts Centerwww.actonbroadway.com or 877-730-3144
Bubble DashJuly 19, 2014 8am dash starts 10 amThe Childrens Centerwww.bubblebashcolordash.com/albert-lea-minnesota.html
Aquatic Center Opens June 7th Open Monday-Friday 1:00-5:00 p.m. Daytime Swim6:30-8:00 p.m. Nighttime Swim $2 Everyone $1 2 Years & Under Saturdays and Sundays 1:00-7:00 p.m.
Daily Admission: $3.50 Everyone $1.25 2 years & Under $2.50 Non-Swimmer
Individual Pass $60 plus tax Caretaker Pass $30 plus tax (must be babysitter/nanny/PCA)
No Refunds- No checks accepted at the Aquatic Center
Cruise Clear Lake on theAuthentic Stern Wheeler
For information and up-to-date public cruise
schedule go to: www.cruiseclearlake.com
or Call 1-641-357-2243email:
info@cruiseclearlake.com2722 Bridge Ave., Albert Lea 377-2500
Hours: M-F 9-7, Sat. 9-6, Sun. Noon-5
Lawn & GardenSnow Throwers
Appliances
Washers & Dryers Clearance
MattressesTools
Under
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PAGE 8 SUMMER FUN 2014 FREEBORN COUNTY SHOPPERFreeborn County Chamber of Commerce Golf OutingJuly 21, 2014 1 pmWedgewood Cove Golf Coursewww.albertlea.org
Alden Citywide Yard SalesJuly 19, 2014 Alden, MN
Shinefest Tractor RideJuly 19, 2014 Freeborn Co. Fairgrounds
Community Fun FestivalJuly 20, 2014 3-6 pmFirst Baptist Church, Clarks Grove, MN
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
RV and Tent Sites 20/30/50 Amp Service LP Gas One Room Kabins Kamping Lodges Game Room Pavilion/Meeting Room Outdoor Swimming Pool
84259 County Rd. 46, Hayward, MN
Big Rigs Welcome up to 80 feet!
507-373-5170www.KOA.com
Albert Lea - Austin KOA Kampground
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Clear Lake, IowaFeatures:H Built like a real Western Fort: including center lookout
tower and 4 corner block towers.H The Maze is almost 2 acres and boasts 2 miles of trails.H Construction required over a quarter million board feet of
lumber - enough to construct 10 large homes.H Maze design changes weekly during Summer Season.H Weekly prizes in summer for fastest times.H Gift Shop with authentic western artifacts as
well as gifts, including Maze T-shirts.H Jumperoo Bounce Castle for children.
HOURS & ADMISSION:Infants 0-3 ......................................FREEChildren 4-11 years.........................$4.00Adults ..............................................$6.00Seniors 55 & older ..........................$5.00Party & Group Rate (10 or more)....................$1.00 off regular admission
The Maze is open 7 Days A Week,Memorial Day through Labor Day
9:30 am to 7:00 pm Mon. thru Fri.10:00 am to 6:00 pm on Sat. & Sun.
Open Anytime by Appointment
Also Weekday Parties by Reservation
DIRECTIONS:Junction Interstate 35 & Hwy. B35, Exit 193
Proceed one block west to 24th Street, then four blocks north to Main Ave., then one block east to Maze
I-35 Exit 193Clear Lake, Iowa
(641) 357-6102
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www.kibbleeq.com77783 209th St., Albert Lea, MN 507-373-6418
214 E. State St., Kiester, MN 507-294-3244 888-917-5087
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
Georges of Geneva Supper Club
Tues: Buy 2 pc chicken Dinner & Get 2 pc chicken Dinner FREE
(Dine-In Only - No Carry Out)
Wed: Walleye Dinner
Thurs: Steak & Shrimp or Steak & Lobster Tail Fri: Slow Roasted Prime Rib or All
You Can Eat Fish FrySat: Slow Roasted Prime Rib or BBQ Ribs
St. Johns Lutheran Community
8th Annual Garden Party &Antique Tractor ShowThursday, July 24th5:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Live Bluegrass Music by Dale MartellBring your lawn chair & enjoy live music!Nordean Krueger and the Antique Tractor People
BRUNOS CORN DOGS
PAGE 10 SUMMER FUN 2014 FREEBORN COUNTY SHOPPERSt. Johns Annual Garden PartyJuly 24th, 2014 - 5:30-8:00 p.m.St. Johns Lutheran CommunityStJohnsOfAlbertLea.org
Geneva Bar & Grills Annual Street DanceJuly 26 9:00 pm-12:30 amFeaturing Johnny Holm Band
Photo Perspective of Albert Lea July 27-Aug. 22, 2014 1:00 pm-3:00 pmAlbert Lea Art Center
AUGUSTFreeborn County FairJuly 29-August 3, 2014Freeborn County Fairgroundswww.freeborncountyfair.com
Relay for LifeAugust 8, 2014Freeborn County Fairgrounds | www.relayforlife.org
Funktion Junktion MotownAugust 8, 2014 7:30 pm-9:30 pmMarion Ross Performing Arts Center
Albert Lea City Golf ChampionshipAugust 9-10, 2014Wedgewood Cove & Green Lea Courses
Kennel Club of Freeborn County Dog ShowAugust 9-10, 2014 Albert Lea City Arenawww.kennelcluboffreeborncounty.org
Wells Kernel DaysAugust 15-16, 2014 Wells, MN
Wind Down Wednesday on Broadway Summer Market & Music FestivalAugust 20, 2014 11 am-8 pmDowntown Albert Lea | www.winddownwednesday.com
Echoes from the PastAugust 20, 2014 6-8 pmGraceland Cemetery www.fchm.us
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-TimeAugust 22-23, 2014 7:00 pm-9:00 pmMarion Ross Performing Arts Center
Big Island BBQ ContestAugust 22-23, 2014Freeborn County Fairgroundswww.bigislandfestivalandbbq.org
Albert Lea Hockey Golf OpenAugust 23, 20134Green Lea Golf Course | www.greenlea.com
1617 W. Main St.Albert Lea
(Next to Skyline Plaza)
379-2364
$100 OffAny 24 Pack Cans of Beer
Expires 8/31/14
COUPON
15% OffAny Bottle or Box of Wine
Expires 8/31/14
COUPON
Mon-Thurs 9am-8pm Fri & Sat 9am-10pm
Geneva Bar & Grill 507-256-7278
Sat., July 26th 9:00 pm-12:30 am
JOHNNY HOLM BAND
ON & OFF SALE KITCHEN OPEN 10:00 AM-10:00 PM MON.-SAT.
Mon: BURGER BASKETSTues: TACO NIGHTWed: WILD WING WED.Thurs: BAR BINGOFri: FISH FRY, BBQ RIBS, FLAT IRON STEAK, SHRIMP & CHICKENSat: PRIME RIB, BBQ RIBS,
HASHBROWN OMELET
Friday July 25th 4-8 pmLottery Play Day!
HAPPY HOUR | M-F 5-7 PM | SAT 12-4 PM
1119 So. Broadway, Albert Lea, MN
Weekly Entertainment
Photo submitted by Mike Tabor
ETCEtceteraTanning & Clothing507-377-TANS (8267)1663 W. Main Albert Lea Skyline PlazaOPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK
Great Selection of Gently Used Childrens, Young Adult & Maternity Clothing, Shoes,
Purses, Baby Gear, Toys & ETC
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SEPTEMBER7th Annual Short Stop Golf TournamentAugust 30-September 1, 2014Green Lea Golf Course | www.greenlea.com
Ryan Pie Truesdell Memorial Sports WeekendSeptember 6-7, 2014 Snyder Field
30th Annual Threshing FestivalSeptember 6-7, 2014 Kiester, MNCrossroads Camping GroupSeptember 12-14, 2014Freeborn County Fairgrounds
Celebrate Albert LeaSeptember 13, 2014 105 Broadway Ave.
UMPBA Power Boat RacesSeptember 20, 2014Edgewater Bay, Fountain Lake
Autumn in the VillageSeptember 21, 2014 12:00 pm-4:00 pmFreeborn County Historical Museum
UPDS Summer Classes *Competition * Technique * Princess Camp * Tumbling
* Hip Hop and MORE...Please email updsdance@gmail.com
or call 507-273-0402 for more information.
Register online: www.updsdance.com
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Photo submitted by Kaylee Nash
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Pelican Breeze IIFRIDAY - GREEN MILL PIZZA CRUISE - 6:00-7:30 pm $20 per person, $5 age 5 & under
Reserve by 4:00 pm - Minimum of 10SUNDAY - PUBLIC CRUISE - 1:30-3:00 pm - Meet at Dock 1:15 - Minimum of 10
PRIVATE CRUISES - 2 Hours - $395.00(All cruises require a minimum of 10 people for the boat to leave the dock)
SPECIALTY CRUISESAl Batt - Nationally Known Storyteller
July 4th Pizza & Firework Cruisepelicanbreeze.org
507-383-7273
Why Anytime Fitness? Always Open
Thousands of Clubs Affordable
Tanning Personal Training Safe Atmosphere
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LeVerne Carlson FITNESS CENTERLocated in Alden, MN at the
Alden-Conger Public Schoolwww.alden-conger.org click on LeVerne Carlson Fitness Center
Cardio Area with Cybex machines Gymnasium Weight Room with Cybex fitness equipment & free weights
Elevated walking track Mens & Womens locker rooms Fitness classesAffordable and flexible membership options for everyone.
Full memberships starting at $15 per month, walking track only memberships starting at $5 per month. Contact Jenny Hovendick at (507) 874-3240 or
jhovendick@ac242.us for more information or to become a member.
24-Hour Access with Personalized Key Card
2014 Worth County FairJune 18th -22nd Northwood, IA
For complete list of events go to: www.worthcountyfair.com Wednesday, June 18th
8:30 Dog Show / 10:30 Pet & Rabbit Show1:00 4-H / FFA Horse Show Halter & Pleasure Classes
5:30 Free meal sponsored by POET7:00 Battle on the Border Prospect Calf Show
7:00 Crowning of the Fair Queen7:30 Kids Pedal Pull - outside
7:30 CrossStrung - Bluegrass & Country BandThursday, June 19th
12:00 Free lunch sponsored by Farmers State Bank1:00 4-H / FFA Horse Show - Games 4:00
2:00 Farm Bureau Tractor Operator Contest5:30 - 7:00 Fair Board Appreciation BBQ
7:30 Stampede Country & Classic Rock Band - Grandstand
Friday, June 20th8:00 4-H / FFA Swine Show5:00 4-H / FFA Poultry Show
7:00 Fantasy Truck PullersSaturday, June 21st
8:00 4-H / FFA Beef Show12:00 Free lunch sponsored by NSB
1:30 4-H / FFA Dairy Show2:00 - 4:00 Carnival Armband Special $154:00 GAGA Tournament Ages 7 and under
6:30 Tractor Pull
Sunday, June 22nd9:30 Church Service11:30 Baby Contest
12:00 4-H / FFA Sheep Show5:00 Demolition Derby
9:00 Teen Dance
$10 Booster Button5 days of Fun!!
Petting ZooNicks Kids Show 3xs DailySmiths Amusement Carnival
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.
MORREIM DRAINAGE, INC.
Water Management SpecialistsPhil Morreim Mark Morreim
Land Drainage Conservation ConstructionSeptic Systems Road Boring Backhoeing
Consulting Wild Life Ponds Ditch Clean Outs 507-826-344971610 263rd Street Fax 507-826-3482Albert Lea, Minnesota 56007 Mark 507-383-6550
Shell Rock River Watershed District507-377-5785
214 W. Main St., Albert Lea, MN 56007www.shellrock.org
Working Together to Improve Water Quality
Protect Your WatersPrevent the transport of Zebra Mussels, Eurasian Watermilfoil and other aquatic invasive species
(AIS).Proper fueling procedures are important to keeping oil and gas out of our waterways.
No littering anywhere.
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Troy Thompson LUTCF1330 W. Main, Albert Lea, MN
Ph: 507-377-2852 F: 507-377-3301troythompsonagency@gmail.com
We Represent Over 50 Companies
Summer Boathouse Hours:Wed June 16-Aug 20 1-3 pm Thurs June 17-Aug 21 6-9 pm
Fri June 20-Aug 22 1-3 pm Sat June 14-Oct 4 9 am - noon
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Fri June 20-Aug 22 1-3 pm Sat June 14-Oct 4 9 am - noon
gatherdiscovergrow.org
Your place to gear up for summerYouth Mens Womens
BASEBALL | SHOES | RUNNINGWe Carry
101 S. Broadway, Albert Lea, MN507-373-4366
USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
ALBERT LEA SCHOOLSSUMMER MEALS PROGRAM 2014
Meals at NO CHARGE for all children 18 and under
THINKING. ACHIEVING. CARING.
Hawthorne Elementary - 1000 East Hawthorne St
Monday - Thursday
July 14 - August 7, 2014
Breakfast: 7:30 - 8:15 A.M.
Lunch: 11:00 A.M. - Noon
Questions? Call Food Service Officeat 379-5300 or 379-5301
Albert Lea Area Schools
Photo submitted by Mike Tabor
Photo submitted by Mike Tabor
SUMMER FUN 2014 FREEBORN COUNTY SHOPPER PAGE 15
Dont Miss these Albert Lea Events: Open Streets Albert Lea - June 1
Take a Kid Fishing - June 7 9am - 12pm
3rd of July Parade - July 3 6pm
4th of July Car Show - July 4 5-7pm
4th of July Fireworks - July 4 10pm
April Sorenson Memorial Half Marathon - July 12
ACT Theatre Annie the Musical - July 17-19 & July 23-26
Wind Down Wednesdays - June 25, July 16, August 20
Shinefest Tractor Ride - July 19
Freeborn County Fair - July 29-August 3
Kennel Club of Freeborn County Dog ShowCity Arena - August 9 & 10
Echoes From The Past Journey Into History - August 20
BIB BBQ Kansas City Cookoff - August 22 & 23
87th Annual Short Stop Golf Tournament - August 30- Sept. 1
Celebrate Albert Lea - September 13
UMPBA Power Boat Races - September 20
Autumn in the Village - September 21
Big Island Rendezvous - October 5 & 62314 Hendrickson Rd., Albert Lea - Across from Wal-Mart
507-377-2773
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Photo submitted by Mike Tabor
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507-433-3737316 Main Ct. Albert Lea
507-377-8387
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103 Front St., Hayward, MN | 507-377-1000
Full Menu Available forLunch and Dinner
Call Us to Host Your Next Event or Party
Find Us on
Marty Herman, Owner
Pool Tables & Darts 10 ft. Projector TV
Volleyball Outdoor Patio
Live Entertainment
July 12thHayward Street Dance
Come & Enjoy the Band
Drama Queen
Southern MN ConnectionMankato, Albert Lea, Austin, Rochester $5-$10
Connections to 1000s of locations
with Jefferson Lines
Oles Eastside Shell2222 E. Main,
Albert Lea
50 Sibley Parkway, Mankato