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THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE AUSTIN CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU 301 NORTH MAIN STREET, SUITE 101 • AUSTIN, MINNESOTA • 507-437-4563 • WWW.AUSTINMN.COM We truly are proud of our town, and want you to find out what makes it special in so many ways. Take your time visiting and enjoying our attractions, relish the varied tasty offerings in our many restaurants, relax and appreciate the great music, theatre and art that abounds here – explore and experience these and all the other pieces that make up our community. Looked at from any perspective, Austin has an astonishing amount to offer. We think you will be surprised and more than satisfied at what you see and do. Be sure to stop by the Discover Austin, Minnesota office at 301 N Main Street, Suite 101 for additional information and assistance. TABLE OF CONTENTS AUSTIN STATS 2...... WELCOME TO AUSTIN, MINNESOTA 3...... CONTACT DISCOVER AUSTIN, MINNESOTA 4...... 2020 CALENDAR OF EVENTS 6...... PLACES TO STAY 8...... DELIGHTFUL DINING 10.....EXPLORE • COMMON CHORDS • BIKING • CHERT HAPPENS • PARKS & TRAILS • ROLLING REC Established 1853, incorporated 1856 County Seat of Mower County • SWEET READS Area: 11.9 square miles 16.....CITY OF AUSTIN MAP (11.79 square miles land, .11 square miles water) 23.....COMMUNITY Population: 24,563 (2015 est) or 24,718 (2010 census) Average temperature: 44.1° F • THE HORMEL INSTITUTE Hottest month: July 24.....THEATRE Average high temperature: 53.8° F 25.....DAY GETAWAY Coldest month: January 26.....HOST YOUR GATHERING IN AUSTIN Average low temperature: 34.4° F Average annual precipitation: 34.52 inches 27.....SEASONAL SPORTING FACILITIES Average annual snowfall: 38.7 inches 28.....GROUP TOURS Elevation: 1,184 ft (360 m) 30.....COME WORSHIP WITH US Longitude: -92.9739, Latitude: 43.6542 • WEDDING CHECKLIST

2 | Discover Austin, Minnesota | 301 North Main Street, Suite 101 | 507-437-4563 | www.AustinMN.com The Austin Convention and Visitors Bureau staff is proud to promote tourism for the Austin Area to enhance the economy of the community. We think of ourselves as colleagues to the meeting planners (just located in a satellite CVB ofﬁce). Our knowledge of the local area and partnership with local vendors can easily create success for everybody, working together for the same goal. Plus we prepare the proposals for FREE! If you have a tournament, reunion, convention, meeting Pictured left to right: Lyna Chidester, or gathering of any type coming to Austin and would like to Tourism Staff, distribute welcome bags to the participants, the Austin CVB Nancy Schnable, can provide them for FREE. Executive Director, and Eileen Chao, Ofﬁce Staff Contact us at [email protected] or call 507-437-4563

Discover Austin, Minnesota | 301 North Main Street, Suite 101 | 507-437-4563 | www.AustinMN.com | 3 2020 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

28. . . . .ArtRocks Open Jam Session, 23. . . . .History Happy Hour, JANUARY Austin ArtWorks Center Mower County Historical Society 28-29 . .Austin Bruins vs Bismarck Bobcats, 23-25 . .As You Like It, 4...... Masonic All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast, Riverside Arena Frank W. Bridges Theatre, Riverland Masonic Lodge 25. . . . .2020 Taste of Nations, Packer Arena 10. . . . .2nd Floor Gallery Opening – Emily Lavalier 26. . . . .10th Annual Taste of Mower County, & Cora Feist, and Cynder Higgins, Holiday Inn Conference Center Austin ArtWorks Center MARCH 27. . . . .Austin Artist Series – Brass Alliance, 10. . . . .Austin Bruins vs St. Cloud Blizzard, Knowlton Auditorium, AHS 1...... The Importance of Being Earnest, Riverside Arena 28-30 . .MAHLM Conference, Frank W. Bridges Theatre, Riverland 11. . . . .VEX Robotics, Austin High School Holiday Inn Conference Center 4...... Austin Artist Series – The Hall Sisters, 17-18 . .Austin Bruins vs Minot Minotauros, 30. . . . .As You Like It, Knowlton Auditorium, AHS Riverside Arena Frank W. Bridges Theatre, Riverland 5...... First Thursday Events – Beer Here!, 24. . . . .ArtRocks Open Jam Session, SPAM® Museum Austin ArtWorks Center 6-7 . . . .Austin Bruins vs Chippewa Steel, Riverside Arena 24-26 . .AYH Tyler Brady Pee Wee A, B, C Tournament, 7...... MMA Cage Fights, Riverside Arena MAY Austin Holiday Inn Conference Center 25. . . . .PTTP Fishing for a Cure, East Side Lake 7...... Harris Music Contest, 1-2 . . . .As You Like It, 26. . . . .Wedding and Event Showcase, Hormel Historic Home/Historic Paramount Frank W. Bridges Theatre, Riverland Hormel Historic Home 7...... Sola Fide Observatory Viewing 2...... Masonic All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast, 28. . . . .Chicken Dumpling Soup/Chili Fundraiser, 7...... Masonic All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast, Masonic Lodge Mower County Senior Center Masonic Lodge 2-3 . . . .3D Archery Shoot, Cedar River Archery Club 31. . . . .AYH Bantam A, B Tournament, Riverside Arena 13-14 . .Austin Bruins vs Minot Minotauros, 15-17 . .Austi-Con V, Holiday Inn Conference Center Riverside Arena 16. . . . .American Legion First District Convention, 20. . . . .James Sewell Ballet, Historic Paramount Theatre AL Post 91 FEBRUARY 21. . . . .Sola Fide Observatory Viewing 22. . . . .2nd Floor Gallery Opening – AAA Staff Show, 25. . . . .Austin Bruins vs St. Cloud Blizzard, Austin ArtWorks Center 1...... Plunging for Pink, East Side Lake Riverside Arena 28. . . . .History Happy Hour, 1...... Masonic All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast, 26-31 . .Calico Hutch Quilting Retreat, Mower County Historical Society Masonic Lodge Holiday Inn Conference Center 29. . . . .MN Region 7 SWAP, 1-2 . . . .AYH Bantam A, B Tournament, Riverside Arena 27. . . . .ArtRocks Open Jam Session, Holiday Inn Conference Center 2...... Super Bowl Archery Shoot, Austin ArtWorks Center 29. . . . .ArtRocks Open Jam Session, Cedar River Archery Club Austin ArtWorks Center 7...... Austin Bruins vs St. Cloud Blizzard, Riverside Arena 6-9 . . . .Calico Hutch Quilting Retreat, APRIL Holiday Inn Conference Center JUNE 1-6 . . . .Calico Hutch Quilting Retreat, 7-9 . . . .Pecos Bill and Slue-Foot Sue Meet the Dirty Dan Holiday Inn Conference Center 4...... First Thursday Events – Annual Car Show, Gang (Matchbox Children’s Theatre), 3...... 2nd Floor Gallery Opening – Youth Show, SPAM® Museum Historic Paramount Theatre Austin ArtWorks Center 10. . . . .Austin Community Band Concert in the Park, 8...... Paint the Rink Pink – Austin Bruins vs St. Cloud 3-4 . . . .Austin Bruins vs Bismarck Bobcats, Bandshell Community Park Blizzard, Riverside Arena Riverside Arena 17. . . . .Austin Community Band Concert in the Park, 9...... Smashin’ for Cancer Demo Derby, 3-5 . . . .The Magician’s Nephew (Matchbox Children’s Bandshell Community Park Mower County Fairgrounds Theatre), Historic Paramount Theatre 18-21 . .Mary Poppins, 14. . . . .For the Love of Austin Fundraiser, Holiday Inn 4...... Masonic All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast, Frank W. Bridges Theatre, Riverland 14-15 . .Austin Bruins vs Bismarck Bobcats, Masonic Lodge 18. . . . .Jammin’ @ the Mansion, Hormel Historic Home Riverside Arena 4-5 . . . .Rodgers and Hammerstein (Northwestern 19. . . . .2nd Floor Gallery Opening – Melinda Wolff & 15. . . . .Her Crooked Heart, Historic Paramount Theatre Singers Concert), Frank W. Bridges Theatre, Flor Soto, Austin ArtWorks Center 15. . . . .Foodie Throwdown, Hormel Historic Home Riverland 20. . . . .2020 Shooting Star Bike Ride 22-23 . .Paul LeDuc’s Endangered Animals Art Show, 17. . . . .ArtRocks Open Jam Session, 20. . . . .Open House/Seminar, The Hormel Institute Jay C. Hormel Nature Center Austin ArtWorks Center 20-21 . .3D Archery Shoot, Cedar River Archery Club 23. . . . .ASO – Beethoven’s Birthday, 19. . . . .ASO – Chang and Brahms, 24. . . . .Austin Community Band Concert in the Park, St. Olaf Lutheran Church Knowlton Auditorium, AHS Bandshell Community Park 26-29 . .The Importance of Being Earnest, 20-24 . .Common Chords – MN Orchestra programs 25. . . . .History Happy Hour, Frank W. Bridges Theatre, Riverland around Austin Mower County Historical Society

4 | Discover Austin, Minnesota | 301 North Main Street, Suite 101 | 507-437-4563 | www.AustinMN.com 25-28 . .Mary Poppins, 15-16 . .Traditional Only Archery Shoot, Frank W. Bridges Theatre, Riverland Cedar River Archery Club NOVEMBER 29. . . . .ArtRocks Open Jam Session, 20. . . . .Jammin’ @ the Mansion, Hormel Historic Home Austin ArtWorks Center 27. . . . .History Happy Hour, 7...... Masonic All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast, 29. . . . .Music @ the Mansion – Terra and Guitara, Mower County Historical Society Masonic Lodge Hormel Historic Home 28-20 . .9th Annual Austin ArtWorks Festival, 5-16 . . .Calico Hutch Quilting Retreat, Downtown Austin Holiday Inn Conference Center 6...... 2nd Floor Gallery Opening – All Members Show, Austin Artworks Center JULY 20. . . . .Hormel Historic Home Holiday Tea, SEPTEMBER Hormel Historic Home 4...... Independence Day Parade, downtown Austin 21. . . . .Soup with Santa and Open House, 11-12 . .3D Archery Shoot, Cedar River Archery Club 11. . . . .2nd Floor Gallery Opening – Lori Biwer-Stewart Hormel Historic Home 16. . . . .Jammin’ @ the Mansion date, & Tamara Schneider, Austin ArtWorks Center 27. . . . .Christmas in the City, downtown Austin Hormel Historic Home 12-13 . .Sure Shot Archery Challenge, 21. . . . .2020 Ag Appreciation Dinner, Cedar River Archery Club Mower County Fairgrounds 12-15 . .74th Annual National Barrow Show, 23. . . . .History Happy Hour, Mower County Fairgrounds DECEMBER Mower County Historical Society 24. . . . .History Happy Hour, 23-26 . .We Will Rock You, Mower County Historical Society 1...... Christmas in the City, NW Frank W. Bridges Theatre, Riverland 26. . . . .Fall Harvest Celebration, 3...... First Thursday Events – SPAMtastic™ Holidays, 30. . . . .We Will Rock You, Mower County Historical Society SPAM® Museum Frank W. Bridges Theatre, Riverland 3...... Christmas in the City, SW 7...... Christmas in the City, East 5...... Masonic All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast, OCTOBER Masonic Lodge AUGUST 5...... Merry TubaChristmas Concert, 3...... Masonic All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast, Historic Paramount Theatre 1...... Annual Youth Archery Day, Masonic Lodge 11-12 . .Christmas in the County, Cedar River Archery Club 9-10 . . .Vintage and Antique Sale, Mower County Historical Society 1-2 . . . .We Will Rock You, Mower County Historical Society Frank W. Bridges Theatre, Riverland 22. . . . .History Happy Hour, 6...... First Thursday Events – Luau, SPAM® Museum Mower County Historical Society 11-16 . .Mower County Free Fair, 31. . . . .MN Softball Hall of Fame Banquet, For the most current and complete information, Mower County Fairgrounds Holiday Inn Conference Center Sign up for our “What’s Happening in Austin” 15. . . . .River Rats Car Show, Lafayette Park. newsletter or go to www.AustinMN.com

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Cobblestone Hotel and Suites Sterling Motel Austin KOA Jessie’s House 1000 16th Ave NW, Austin, MN 1507 Oakland Ave W, Austin, MN 84259 County Road 46 27030 Hwy 56, Brownsdale, MN (Exit 178A) (Exit 177) Hayward, MN 56043 507-396-4705 www.staycobblestone.com/mn/austin 507-433-1858 507-373-5170 www.jessiesguesthouse.com (888) 693-8262 www.koa.com Super 8 Days Inn Jim’s Farm House 1401 14th St NW , Austin, MN Brookside Campground 27241 Hwy 56, Brownsdale, MN 700 16th Ave NW, Austin, MN (Exit 177) 52482 320th St, Blooming Prairie, MN 507-396-4705 (Exit 178A) www.Super8.com 507-583-2979 www.daysinnaustin.com 507-433-1801 www.campatbrookside.com 507-433-8600 Josie’s House 27084 Hwy 56, Brownsdale, MN Lake Louise State Park Holiday Inn and Conference 507-396-4705 12385 766th Ave, Le Roy, MN www.josiesguesthouse.com Center 507-352-5111 1701 4th St NW, Austin, MN www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/lake_louise (Exit 178A) Rose Pedaler Log Cabin www.hiaustin.com 16931 Hwy 56, Rose Creek, MN 507-433-1000 Oakwoods Trails Campground 507-434-0500 23614 890th Ave, Austin, MN www.rosepedaler.com 507-437-6165 Red Carpet Inn www.Oakwoodstrails.com 3303 W Oakland Ave, Austin, MN (Exit 175) DID YOU KNOW? 507-437-7774 Austin, Minnesota has OVER 400 River Bend Campground hotel guest rooms. 13380 State Hwy 105, Austin, MN 507-325-4637

Restaurants in Austin, MN are known for their award winning BBQ sauces, French onion soup, raspberry French toast, super spuds, Bloody Mary’s, * SPAM® is caramel bars, food challenges and MORE! served at 14 restaurants. We invite you to come and sample for yourself.

The Windrift Lounge Japan Panda * AMERICAN BAR & GRILL www.thewindriftlounge.com BREWERY www.japan-panda.com 2511 11th St NE 100 14th St SW Applebee’s American Legion 507-437-7132 Angry Hog Brewery 507-437-0033 www.applebees.com Post 91 www.angryhogbrewery.com 500 23rd Ave NW 1401 18th Ave NW www.austinpost91.com VFW Post 1216 Maya Taqueria/ 507-407-6718 507-433-4240 809 12th St SW 300 4th Ave NE Restaurante 507-437-1151 507-433-6039 Gravity Storm Brewery 501 Oakland Ave W Barley’s Family 507-396-8081 Restaurant * www.gravitystormbrewery.com B & J Bar and Grill * 309 N Main St 1207 N Main St www.bandjbarandgrill.com BAKERY, 507-396-8808 Tienda y Taqueria 507-396-8400 114 4th Ave NE Guerrero 507-433-9830 301 4th Ave NE COFFEE Johnny’s Skillet * ETHNIC 507-437-4106 107 11th Ave NE Bobee Jo’s Bar 507-433-8875 SHOPS & www.bobeejos.com Alicia Bakery Top Noodle 435 10th St NE & Restaurant 501 1st Ave NW 507-437-7897 Kenny’s Oak Grill * SMOOTHIES 1017 2nd Ave NE 507-355-2267 www.kennysoakgrill.com 507-437-4860 307 Oakland Ave W Dusty’s Bar & Lounge Caribou Coffee 1910 Fresh 507-437-4135 422 N Main St www.cariboucoffee.com Bella Victoria Mexican Kitchen 507-396-8446 1001 18th Ave NW www.bellavictoria.com 507 1st St NW Perkins * 507-433-1063 1801 14th St SW 507-396-8688 www.perkinsaustin.com 507-396-8800 Eagle’s Aerie 703 701 17th Ave NW 107 11th St NE Coffee House 507-433-6720 507-433-8675 on Main * China Star www.coffeehouseonmain.com www.chinastarbuffetaustin.com Piggy Blues Bar-B-Que * Hoot and Ole’s Tavern 329 N Main St 1906 8th St NW www.piggybluesbbq.com 105 11th St SE 507-433-1200 507-355-5888 323 N Main St 507-434-7102 507-434-8485 Munch Ice Cream El Mariachi The Bakery II Lounge Sterling Café * & Snack Lab 227 N Main St 113 2nd Ave NE 803 18th Ave NW 507-434-5975 1426 1st Ave SW, Ste 3 507-438-6978 507-433-6000 Torge’s Live * The Bistro El Patron Mexican Grill www.elpatronmexicangrill.com The Old Mill * www.torgeslive.com 1701 4th St NW 1906 8th St NW, Ste F DID YOU www.oldmill.net 1701 4th St NW 507-433-1000 507-355-2045 54446 244th St 507-433-1000 KNOW? 507-437-2076 RAVE Austin, Minnesota: The Twister Lounge 310 N Main St El Sueno town in Minnesota that has The TenderMaid 507-402-4313 1401 18th Ave NW the BEST MEXICAN FOOD 217 4th Ave NE & Echo Lanes 507-433-7843 EVER! According to Only In 507-437-7907 www.echolanesaustin.com SuperFresh Your State, July 2017 1600 10th Dr SE 2101 4th St NW 507-437-8241 507-437-6554

8 | Discover Austin, Minnesota | 301 North Main Street, Suite 101 | 507-437-4563 | www.AustinMN.com THE TENDERMAID CHALLENGE

The Tendermaid Challenge started almost 20 years ago. The current record is held by Molly Schuyler who consumed 30 burgers, 80 ounces of water, a bag of chips and a malt in 26 minutes on 7/21/16. To beat the record you must eat at least one more burger than the previous record holder and eat or drink everything else they consumed in 30 minutes or less. Dare you to try the Tendermaid Challenge in Austin, Minnesota!!!

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Arby’s McDonald’s Domino’s Pizza www.arbys.com (2 locations) www.dominos.com 1305 18th Ave NW www.mcdonalds.com 106 S Main St 507-433-2722 1009 Oakland Ave W 507-437-3030 507-433-6030 Burger King George’s Pizza www.bk.com 1402 14th St NW 209 N Main St 1409 4th St NW 507-434-7810 507-437-7766 507-433-1505 Subway Godfather’s Culver’s * (2 locations) Pizza www.culvers.com www.subway.com www.godfathers.com 1800 8th St NW 910 Oakland Ave W 500 Oakland Ave W 507-434-0100 507-433-8785 507-437-8269

Dairy Queen 1309 4th St NW Papa Murphy’s www.dairyqueen.com 507-433-1633 www.papamurphys.com 1200 Oakland Ave W 402 1st Ave SW #1 507-433-1369 Taco John’s 507-433-3333 www.tacojohns.com Grinder’s Deli 308 Oakland Ave W Pizza Hut 604 3rd Ave NW 507-433-3870 Wing Street 507-433-6806 www.pizzahut.com

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Hardee’s 507-433-0333 www.hardees.com 1406 4th St NW 507-396-8470 Pizza Ranch * www.pizzaranch.com

1300 18th Ave NW Jimmy John’s 507-396-2677 www.jimmyjohns.com 803 18th Ave NW, Ste A 507-396-8300 Steve’s Pizza * www.pizzaaustinmn.com

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AGRICULTURE ARTS BASKETBALL Ethanol Plants Austin ArtWorks Center Austin Youth Basketball Mower County 300 N Main St www.austinyouthbasketball.org 507-437-4563 507-434-0934 / www.austinareaarts.org Ethanol production, creating a cost-effective and Enjoy an art gallery and classrooms on the second floor, Outdoor Basketball Courts renewable alternate fuel, is becoming a significant studio and clay cavern complete with wheels and kiln 507-433-1881 / www.austin.ci.mn.us industry in southern Minnesota. Processing corn in the basement, and a retail section that features lots products instead of exporting raw corn doubles the value of unique and beautiful items on the main floor. The Riverside Arena Parking ...... 501 2nd Ave NE of each bushel. There are 3 Ethanol Plants within 45 ArtWorks Center hosts classes and activities throughout Rotary Centennial Park ...... South Main and 8th Ave SE minutes of the Austin Community. Group tours of 10 or the year for all ages and skill levels, as well as book Sherman Park ...... 14th St and 6th Ave NW more can be pre-arranged. signings, concerts, jam sessions and more; and is open to South Grove Park ...... 21st Ave and 4th Dr SW groups looking for meeting space or special craft sessions. Orchard Creek (1/2 Court) ...16th Ave SW Wind Farms Murphy Creek (1/2 Court) ...7th St and 24th Ave NW Mower County 507-437-4563 ASTRONOMY The Austin area is well-known for being a major player BIRDING in the Wind Industry. There are multiple wind farms in Sola Fide Observatory the county and over 350 wind turbines total. Visit a 180th St, 5 miles south of Austin farm and learn why wind power is currently the fastest Austin Audubon Society 507-437-7519 growing source of electricity production in the world. 1903 5th Ave NW www.hormelnaturecenter.org/sola-fide-observatory 507-433-9387 The Austin area is one of the few places where Oak Savanna, an important wildlife habitat for sustaining ANTIQUES BASEBALL many kinds of birds, can still be seen. Birding areas include the Jay C. Hormel Nature Center, Taopi Native Olde Tyme Antiques Austin All Stars Baseball Prairie area, and Lake Louise State Park. 50422 262nd St www.austinallstarsbaseball.com 507-437-3343 / www.oldetymeantiques.com Also, be sure to check out the 2 Scientific and Natural Areas: Shooting Star Prairie and Wild Indigo Austin Greyhounds Prairie. Twice is Nice 901 S Main St (Marcusen Park) 417 N Main St www.austingreyhoundsbaseball.com 507-433-5353 Austin Youth Baseball CANOEING / KAYAKING 507-433-1649 Canoes and kayaks are a great way to view and enjoy ARCHERY the scenic Cedar River State Water Trail and area wildlife. Launch in the Cedar River and enjoy miles of beautiful Cedar River Archery Club scenery. 54691 270th St 507-438-7619 / www.cedarriverarchery.com For 3D public shoot dates go to www.facebook.com/ Jay C. Hormel Nature Center – CedarRiverArcheryClub. Canoe and Kayak Rental 1304 21st St NE • February 2 – Super Bowl Archery Shoot 507-437-7519 / www.hormelnaturecenter.org • May 2-3 – 3D Archery Shoot • June 20-21 – 3D Archery Shoot Public launch sites: • July 11-12 – 3D Archery Shoot DID YOU KNOW? Driesner Park ...... 8th St SE Picturesque and historic Marcusen Park has been • August 1 – Annual Youth Archery Day Ramsey Dam ...... 3504 11th Pl NE creating community and family memories for 70 • August 15-16 – Traditional Only Archery Shoot Marcusen Park ...... 901 S Main St years. Not only notable for being the home field for • Sept 12-13 – Sure Shot Archery Challenge Mill Pond ...... 600 N Main St Austin’s town ball teams, it has witnessed a legendary East Side Lake ...... 8th Ave and Oakland Pl NE home run hit by the Twin’s Kent Hrbek and games Riverwood Landing ....intersection of 180th St and played by fellow MLB players Paul Molitor, Dave 536th Ave, 5 miles south of Austin Winfield, and Austin’s own Mike Wuertz. It is also the first Minnesota community field with LED lighting.

10 | Discover Austin, Minnesota | 301 North Main Street, Suite 101 | 507-437-4563 | www.AustinMN.com COMMON CHORDS: Minnesota Orchestra to perform in Austin

Austin is excited to announce that the Minnesota Or- chestra will be coming to town as part of their Common Chords project, a multi-year endeavor that establishes partnerships between the Orchestra and Greater Minnesota cit- ies, each culminating in its own unique residency. The Aus- tin residency marks the ensemble’s first visit to Austin since the 1970s, and will feature Minnesota Orchestra musicians performing at more than a dozen events in and around the city from April 20 to 25, 2020. All Common Chords residency events are being organized by a steering committee of Austin residents chaired The Minnesota Orchestra, which was founded in 1903, by Bonnie Rietz, representing a broad cross-section of the makes its home at Orchestra Hall in Minneapolis. Led by community, with assistance from Orchestra staff. A com- Music Director Osmo Vänskä, the Grammy Award-winning plete schedule of Minnesota Orchestra musician activities Minnesota Orchestra is recognized as one of America’s lead- will involve visits to schools, businesses, and civic and cul- ing orchestras, presenting nearly 175 concerts in a typical tural organizations. In the culmination of the week’s events, season. It is heard live by some 300,000 people each year, the Minnesota Orchestra, led by Associate Conductor Akiko including thousands of students who attend Young People’s Fujimoto, will perform a special program for area students Concerts each year. The Orchestra has toured regionally, on Friday, Apr 24 at 1 pm in Knowlton Auditorium, Austin nationally and internationally, earning rave reviews in music High School, in addition to the full-Orchestra community capitals around the world, and is heard on radio stations performance at 7 pm on April 25, also in Knowlton Audito- across the country on award-winning broadcasts produced rium. by Minnesota Public Radio and distributed nationally and For information about tickets for the April 25 evening internationally. It has received many awards for adventur- performance, please call 507-437-4563. ous programming and much acclaim for its vast collection of recordings, which date back to the 1920s. In 2014, the Orchestra earned its first Grammy Award for a recording of two Sibelius symphonies. It was most recently nominated for a 2018 Grammy for its recording of Mahler’s Fifth Sym- phony. The Minnesota Orchestra first performed in Austin in 1947 with its fourth Music Director Dmitri Mitropoulos conducting. It subsequently returned for more than a dozen visits through the years, but the most recent of these was nearly 50 years ago.

The Common Chords project is made possible by the voters of Minne- sota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

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Discover Austin, Minnesota | 301 North Main Street, Suite 101 | 507-437-4563 | www.AustinMN.com | 11 SCHINDLER WAY BIKING WELCOME TO SCHINDLER’S WAY LEGEND Cedar Side 0.86 mi Future Future Trail Trail MOUNTAIN North Loop 0.65 mi Paved Bike Trail Prairie 0.72 mi Ridge 0.74 mi South Way 0.96 mi BIKE TRAIL Easier Difficult READ THIS INFORMATION Ride Direction . MTB trails — USE AT YOUR OWN RISK. North Loop . Ride to your ability, control your bicycle. 0.65 mi . Wear protective gear. . Ride on open trails only. . Trail will be closed if too wet. Ride through puddles, not around them. . Obey signs and warnings. Keep to trail. . Always yield trail. . Stop at trail crossings. Ridge . Leave no trace. 0.74 mi Prairie 0.72 mi . No motorized vehicles. No hiking. No dogs. Shooting Star Trail MOWER . Report hazardous trail conditions to An asphalt trail laid mostly on top of abandoned railway. Bike-friendly for all ages Austin Park & Rec at 507-433-1881. 16 COUNTY and abilities. New expansion connects the trail to the Austin city bike trails, for a Cedar Side Be safety conscious; it’s your 0.86 mi total of over 40 miles. Shooting Star Trail Ride will be June 20, 2020. responsibility. You assume the risk of injury that may occur when using the bike trail. P

Austin City Trails Paved 507-433-1881 Bike Trail Austin is becoming a well-known destination for biking enthusiasts. We offer over South Way 0.96 mi 13 miles of hard surfaced trails that connect you to many locations in the city.

Rydjor Bike Museum 219 N Main St 507-433-7571 / www.rydjor.com View the history of bicycles displayed on the 16-foot walls inside the shop. Each of the 84 bicycles has its own story, beginning with the 1868 “Boneshaker” and including one of the late Robin Williams’ bikes. View the evolution of bicycles up to the most current styles. DID YOU KNOW? «¬57 Austin, Minnesota has been awarded Honorable Mention for being a " )56 SHOOTINGBike Friendly Community from STAR the League of American STATE Bicyclist. See the Austin City Bike Trail Map on pages 16 & 17

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Bike MS: Ride Across Minnesota, is a ﬁve-day bicycle Founded in 1990 out of the recognition that cycling is tour coordinated by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society one of the most popular recreational activities in the Unit- with cyclists traveling hundreds of miles across the state ed States, Bike MS: Ride Across Minnesota has attracted to raise awareness and funds to help thousands of participants over the cure multiple sclerosis (MS). The 31st years and allows participants to test annual Ride Across Minnesota will their endurance while helping make take place July 26-31, 2020, and will a difference. In 2019, Ride Across take cyclists through the city of Aus- Minnesota cyclists raised more than tin, MN, which hasn’t occurred since $575,000 to fund MS research and 2011! The event is expected to bring support programs and services that together more than 400 participants help people and families affected by accompanied by a few hundred vol- MS live their best lives. Even more, unteers, friends and family members Bike MS: Ride Across Minnesota has to cheer on those pedaling for a cause. raised an estimated $20 million over Multiple sclerosis is an unpre- the last 30 years. dictable, often disabling disease of The ﬁrst medication to treat MS the central nervous system, with no was not introduced until 1993. But known cure. Symptoms vary from Long-time participant and Austin resident, Mary, has thanks to research, there are now 17 person to person and range from ridden in all 30 Bike MS: Ride Across MN rides, and different medications available, in- numbness and tingling, to mobility helped raise nearly $25,000. cluding oral medications released in challenges, blindness and paralysis. An estimated 1 million 2010, so events like this really make a difference. To learn people live with MS in the United States, and it affects wom- more or register to join Bike MS: Ride Across Minnesota, en three times more than men. visit Bike MS.org.

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Cedar River Country Club Hormel Historic Home DISK GOLF 18 miles SE of Austin on Hwy 56, Adams 208 4th Ave NW 507-582-3595 / www.cedarrivercountryclub.com 507-433-4243 / www.hormelhistorichome.org Driesner Park South The stately Hormel Historic Home, built in 1871, was Oakland PL SE Meadow Greens the residence of the George A. Hormel family from 507-433-1881 / www.ci.austin.mn.us 25239 540th Ave 1901 to 1927. The house was extensively remodeled 18 chain-basket course. 507-433-4878 / www.meadowgreensgc.com and modernized by the Hormels in 1902, including the installation of stained glass windows, leaded glass Todd Park beautifully accenting the decorative woodwork, and the 11th St NE front pillars, imported from Italy. Now restored to early 507-433-1881 / www.ci.austin.mn.us HISTORY 1900’s décor (including Tiffany light ﬁxtures and Greek 27 chain-basket course. marble ﬁreplace), the 14-room home is open for guided and Grand Army of the Republic Hall Post 130 self-guided tours. For those looking for a special venue for 207 S Main St, Grand Meadow a meeting, reunion, reception or other event, the Hormel 507-437-6082 / www.mowercountyhistory.org Historic Home manages a banquet facility with a full range DOG BOARDING / Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the of amenities. Check out the coupon on page 15 GAR Hall is one of only two remaining in Minnesota. BATHING / BAKERY Booth Post 130 was organized January 23, 1885 with 16 charter members, and the building was constructed All Fur Dogs in 1891. The hall houses Civil War memorabilia from the 503 27th Ave NW post and the surrounding area. Tours by appointment. 507-355-3647 / www.facebook.com/AllFurDogsMN • GAR Open House during Meadowfest 2020: June 27 & 28 Chrest Kennels and Dog Boarding • Fall Open House at the GAR: September 5 59060 327th St, Waltham, MN 507-951-8180 / www.chrestkennels.com Mower County Historical Society 1303 6th Ave SW Bubbles ‘N’ Bows 507-437-6082 / www.mowercountyhistory.org 1015 4th Ave NE The Mower County Historical Society preserves the 507-433-0003 history of Mower County using 17 buildings and 11 DID YOU KNOW? outdoor themed exhibits. Take a tour of an original The same dining room set of tables and chairs has building from the early days of George A. Hormel been in the Hormel Historic Home since 1901. Hickory Lake Boarding Kennels and Co., explore steam engine locomotive 1004, or 88089 258th St search for your ancestors in the Research Library. The 507-396-0145 / www.hickorylakeboardingkennels.com Administration Building and Research Library are open year-round. The Historical Society is perfect for family HOCKEY Pet Authority outings, student groups, and those who just want to see 803 18th Ave NW what it was like “in the old days.” Austin Bruins Hockey Team 507-396-2770 / www.thepetauthority.com • Open to the Public. 501 2nd Ave NE, PO Box 451 • Site tours available May thru September, Tuesday- 507-434-4978 / www.austinbruins.com Friday at 1:00pm or by appointment. Pet Supplies Plus Austin’s own Junior League Hockey team plays 28 home 1001 18th Ave NW, Suite 100 games at Riverside Arena. 507-460-7700 www.petsuppliesplus.com/Store/MN/Austin/Austin/4108 Austin Youth Hockey 507-438-6777 / Austin.pucksystems2.com Rocko’s Retreat 1400 10th Dr SE, Suite A Austin Packer Classic Hockey Tournament dates: 507-433-0089 Jan 24-26, 2020 – Pee Wee A, B, C Feb 1-2, 2020 – Bantam A, B GOLF * Tournaments are held primarily at Packer Arena Austin Country Club DID YOU KNOW? I-90 at 1202 28th St NE The Mower County Historical Society is FREE during 507-437-7631 / www.austincountryclub.net the Mower County Free Fair, August 11-16, 2020

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Explore the world of chert and stone tools at the Mower ow Quarry Archeological District was placed on the Nation- County Historical Society in Austin and experience their al Register of Historic Places in 1994 and is currently owned newest exhibit, Prehistoric Mower County-featuring the by the Archeological Conservancy. Maynard Green Collection. Visitors to the exhibit learn The Grand Meadow site is unique in Minnesota because about the first people to ever live in or travel through the it was in continuous use throughout virtually the entire pe- area and how tools made from chert were important in their riod of human existence on the continent. Grand Meadow lives. Chert was used extensively for stone tools from the middle What is chert? AND who was Maynard Green? of the Archaic Period through the time of early contact with Grand Meadow Chert, a type of cryptocrystalline European explorers and traders. Archaeologists know quartz, was probably discovered along the banks this because all of the tools and flakes found of what was Bear Creek around 7000 years ago. around the quarry combined with the tools Tools made from Grand Meadow Chert have made from Grand Meadow Chert found in been found all over Minnesota and the sur- other sites across the region form a kind of rounding region. The wide variety of pro- stone tool technology timeline. jectile points, knives, scrapers, and flakes The Mower County Historical Society made from many other materials discovered acquired Maynard Green’s collection from near the quarry suggests the site was part his family in early 2019. The collection con- of an exchange network among prehistoric sists of 843 chipped stone points and tools people who traveled long distances to obtain as well as several examples of scrapers, bifaces, Grand Meadow Chert. knives, drills, and arrowheads. Prehistoric Mower Maynard Green, long-time resident of Grand Mead- County-featuring the Maynard Green Collection opened ow, recognized something special about the site in the early during the Mower County Fair in August 2019 and is locat- 1950’s. Finally, after thirty years of trying, he convinced ed in the Administration Building at the Historical Society archaeologists and curators from the state archeology office on the Mower County Fair Grounds. in St. Paul to visit the site and take a look. Green later said, Visitors are welcome to visit the collection and learn “they ‘pert near went crazy!” when they saw the quarry for more about Maynard Green and Grand Meadow Chert year- the first time. This visit led to a period of documenting, round during regular Historical Society hours. Come see map-making, and studying the entire site. The Grand Mead- why we say “Chert Happens”!

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Discover Austin, Minnesota | 301 North Main Street, Suite 101 | 507-437-4563 | www.AustinMN.com | 17 A Tree Ceremony was held during PARKS & TRAILS the 2019 Minne- sota Governor’s Pheasant Hunting Opener in Austin where a Pin Oak tree was dedicated in honor of Minnesota’s Governor Tim Walz. The Pin Oak Austin City Parks is the Governor’s City of Austin Park and Recreation favorite tree due 507-433-1881 / www.ci.austin.mn.us to the leaves not Austin, Minnesota maintains 28 city parts comprised of almost 900 acres which falling until the provide venues for picnics, hiking, sports, reunions, and more. spring. Bustad ...... 8th St SW and 14th Ave SW Bandshell Community ...... 4th St SW and 9th Pl SW Crane ...... 8th St NE and 15th Ave NE Cullen ...... between 10-12th St SW and 11th Ave SW Decker ...... 19th St NE and 6th Ave NE Early Morning Lions ...... Oakland Pl NE East Side Lake ...... 8th Ave NE and Oakland Pl NE Galloway ...... 8th St SW and 2nd Ave SW Honor Guard ...... 8th St NE and 8th Ave NE Horace Austin ...... N Main St Kaufman ...... 8th St SE and 11th Ave SE LaFayette ...... S Main St and 8th Ave SE LaFayette East ...... S Main St and 7th Pl SE Murphy’s Creek ...... 7th St NW and 24th Ave NW North Driesner ...... 8th St SE and Oakland Pl SE Northwest ...... 12th St NW and 13th Ave NW Orchard Creek ...... 26th St SW and 16th Ave SW Rotary Centennial ...... Main St and 8th Ave SE Sherman ...... 14th St NW and 6th Ave NW Shirley Theel Memorial ...... 400 25th St SW South Driesner ...... Oakland Pl SE South Grove ...... 21st Ave SW and 4th Dr SW Sterling ...... 17th St SW and 5th Ave SW Sutton ...... 12th St SE and Oakland Pl SE Todd ...... 11th St NE and 21st Ave NE Whittier ...... 7th St SE and 3rd Ave SE Wildwood ...... 10th St NE and 16th Ave NE Worlein ...... 606 1st Dr NW

Austin Dog Park 500 block of 2nd St SE Fenced in, off-leash dog park where canines can exercise and play in a clean, safe, dog-friendly environment. Separate areas for large and small dogs, water faucet, shelter area.

Jay C. Hormel Nature Center 1304 21st St NE 507-437-7519 / www.hormelnaturecenter.org This 518-acre center features hardwoods, pine forest, restored prairie, Dobbins Creek and ponds, a three-story observation tower, ten miles of hiking, cross- country ski and snowshoeing trails, and a one-third mile paved trail that is handicapped accessible. The new, expanded Interpretive Center houses interactive exhibits, classroom spaces, a separate children’s discovery area, two red-tailed hawks, a barn owl, and other critters. The staff offer many programs that include wildﬂower and bird hikes, cider pressing, maple syruping, monarch tagging, hawk and bird talks, bird banding, beekeeping and honey making, and more.

Lake Louise State Park 12385 766th Ave, Mower County Rd 14, LeRoy 507-324-5249 / www.dnr.state.mn.us 1,168-acre park that contains two spring-fed streams forming the headwaters of the Upper Iowa River. Enjoy hiking, horseback riding, snowmobiling, cross- country skiing, and interpretive trails. Features wildﬂowers, picnic shelters, recreation vehicle dumping station, horse campground, regular campground, sandy swimming beach, and carry-in boat or canoe access. The park is noted as being the oldest recreational site in Minnesota.

Spruce Up, Austin Tree Trek East Side Lake at the intersection of 5th Ave NE and Oakland Pl NE www.spruceupaustin.org/tree-trek This half-mile Tree Trek features 75 trees and spruce recommended for Minnesota, each one identiﬁed with a marker that provides additional information.

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Rolled out for the first time in the summer of 2019, this summer program is a unique recreational opportunity made possible through a creative transformation of a former maintenance van. Now, many people who otherwise might have difficulty taking advantage of many of the Park and Recreation programs are able to enjoy them right in their own neighborhoods. The Rolling Rec Van makes it easy to bring summer recreation activities to the people, and can set up at many of Austin’s 28 city parks. The van is packed with a variety of games and activities for all ages, including kickball, parachute activities, Tug-o-war ropes, Rock-Paper-Scissors relays, kite flying, games of tag, bean bag boards, hula hoops and jump ropes, juggling balls, footballs, bubbles, and even dancing and singing inspired by tunes played through APAC Austin’s portable speakers. For the hottest of days, enjoy throwing water balloons, running through sprinklers, and chasing each other with squirt guns. The van can also be stocked with goodies and snacks to share after the activities! Park and Recreation staff ac- company the van and lead the participants in these fun activities. Every Friday from June through August, the van is at a different area in Austin. For more information, or to rent for your special occasion, please call 507-433-1881.

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SuperFresh Produce, Bakery and HUNTING LIBRARY Garden Center 2101 4th St NW 3 Arrows Hunting Preserve Austin Public Library 507-437-6554 78590 125th St, LeRoy 323 4th Ave NE SuperFresh is a family-owned business incorporating a 507-438-3313 / www.huntthreearrows.com 507-433-2391 / www.austinpubliclibrary.org garden center, bakery, and gift items galore. The only public library with a copy of the Heritage Edition of the St. John’s Bible. Full calendar of events online. Cedar Valley Conservation Club Check out books, music, DVD’s, iPods, even a telescope! 25026 US Hwy 218, Austin DID YOU 507-437-4537 / www.cvcc-austinmn.com Opportunities for shooters of all ages and levels of experience - trap, skeet and 5-stand sporting clays; rifle KNOW? LOCAL FLAVOR SuperFresh Produce, and pistol ranges for practice; youth shooting programs. Bakery and Garden Farmer John’s Center is famous for Mower County - 14 Wildlife 90537 273rd St serving the state’s 507-437-9180 / www.farmerjohnspumpkinpatch.com Management Areas largest donuts. 507-359-6200 / www.dnr.state.mn.us Knauer’s Meat Market 121 1st Ave NW Cartney: Deer, small game, pheasant, waterfowl Sweet Reads Book and Candy Store 507-433-2575 407 N Main St Cary Creek: Deer, small game, pheasant The building was built in 1886 and purchased by the 507-396-8660 / www.sweetreadsbooks.com Deer Creek: Deer, small game, pheasant Knauer family. Known for their beef jerky and great Sweet Reads is not your average book and candy Lena Larson: Deer, small game, pheasant steaks, this unique market continues to serve many loyal store – it’s a unique experience! You’ll find new and LeRoy: Small game, pheasant customers. used books, local and regional authors, magazines, Lyle-Austin: Deer, small game, pheasant old-fashioned candies, frozen treats, a selection of Mentel: Deer, small game, pheasant, turkey (closed to SPAM® Museum Minnesota and Austin novelty items, jams and jellies all firearms hunting but open to archery hunting and 101 3rd Ave NE from the local hermitage. trapping) 800-588-7726 / www.spam.com Ramsey Mill Pond: Deer, small game, pheasant, The SPAM® Museum tells the amazing story of the waterfowl, turkey The Nativity House Hormel Foods Corporation, the only Minnesota Fortune 606 Oakland Pl NE Red Cedar River: Deer, small game, forest birds, 500 company outside of the metro area, featuring the 507-437-4563 pheasant, waterfowl, turkey famous, versatile, and historic SPAM®. Enjoy audio, A local family displays over 900 complete nativity scenes Rose: Deer, small game, pheasant, turkey video, traditional and interactive displays that are from 42 different countries in and around their home Rustic Retreat: Pheasant educational and fun for all ages. The on-site SPAM® Gift during the holiday season. Seasonal tours by pre- Schottler: Deer, small game, dove Shop offers all varieties of SPAM® and over 400 SPAM®- arrangement. Schrafel: Deer (restrictions – this area is closed to themed items. FREE admission! trapping and firearms hunting) Schwerin Creek: Deer, small game, pheasant MIXED MARTIAL ARTS Driller MMA Cage Fights ICE SKATING 1701 4th St NW 507-433-8000 City of Austin Park and Recreation Driller MMA Cage Fights – enjoy the Upper Midwest’s 507-433-1881 / www.ci.austin.mn.us premier professional boxing, kickboxing and mixed martial arts (MMA) events. Kaufman (outdoor) – Bring your own skates March 7 – Austin Holiday Inn and Conference Center Galloway (outdoor) – Bring your own skates Riverside Arena (indoor) – Open to the public on specific dates, skate rental available. Year round ice. FIRST THURSDAY EVENTS MUSIC Packer Arena (indoor) – Open to the public on specific ® dates, skate rental available. AT THE SPAM MUSEUM • March 5 – Beer Event Austin Artist Series • June 4 – SPAM® Car Show Knowlton Auditorium, Austin High School • August 6 – Hawaiian Luau 301 3rd St NW • December 3 – SPAM® Can Decorating 507-440-6030 or 612-272-8653 www.austinartistseries.org

20 | Discover Austin, Minnesota | 301 North Main Street, Suite 101 | 507-437-4563 | www.AustinMN.com ROLLERSKATING SWEET READS Rohler Rink 316 Market St SE, Brownsdale 507-567-2133/www.rohlerrink.com Minnesota Southbound Rollers www.minnesotasouthboundrollers.com Minnesota Southbound Rollers is Austin’s own women’s ﬂat-track roller derby league, and offers action-packed, family-friendly fun while providing charitable donations from the proceeds of ticket sales. Bout and event schedules posted on their website. SCIENCE The Hormel Institute 801 16th Ave NE The Ultimate List of Local Bookstores: 507-433-8804 / www.hi.umn.edu The Hormel Institute is a world leader in cancer research 51 MUST-SEE BOOKSTORES ACROSS THE US on the prevention and cure of cancer through the study By: www.bookbub.com of food agents and cell functions. The recent expansion doubles the lab space and includes a state-of-the-art Live Learning Center. Summer Open House Date: June 18 For a book lover, there’s nothing quite like the quintessential charm of local SERVICE CLUBS bookstores. They bring the community together with their warm and friendly American Legion Post 91 ...... 507-437-1151 atmospheres that make us want to stay for Austin Audubon Society ...... 507-433-9387 Austin Jaycees ...... 507-440-6147 hours. Austin Shrine Club ...... 507-437-7292 Who doesn’t love to nibble on some Eagles Aerie 703 ...... 507-433-8675 candy while enjoying a sweet read? We Izaak Walton League ...... 507-433-2735 know we do, and so does Sweet Reads in Kiwanis Noon Club ...... 507-219-1452 Kiwanis Early Risers Club ...... 507-438-7027 Austin, Minnesota. Grab a bag and pack Lion’s Morning Club ...... 507-434-0080 it full with all you can eat (beware a sugar Lion’s Noon Club ...... 507-434-2225 high!) then settle in with your favorite Masonic Lodge ...... 507-433-2533 Order of the Eastern Star ...... 507-440-1909 book or listen to a local author talk! Rotary Club ...... 507-437-4563 Sweet Reads is the home to the Toastmasters ...... 507-481-4469 largest collection in the world of VFW Post 1216 ...... 507-433-6039 Berenstain Bear memorabilia. Zonta International ...... 507-437-8773 SHOPPING

Austin Artist Series: one of the largest and longest Exit 177 North – you will find shopping opportunities running arts series in the Midwest, offering quality PAINTBALL galore, strip malls, a wide variety of local and chain entertainment to the Austin area for 76 years! restaurants, a multi-screen cinema, specialty shops, • March 4 – The Hall Sisters (Pop, Folk, Gospel) Splat! grocery stores, auto parts, salons and more! • April 27 – Alliance Brass (Dynamic Brass Quintet) 17722 US Hwy 218 Check out the coupon for Games People Play Sports 507-279-1096 / www.splatpaintballfield.net on page 5. Austin Community Band www.facebook.com/austincommunityband Exit 177 South – explore one of the original strip malls A community based organization for musicians of all types. QUILTING in Minnesota, about 3 miles south of the exit – a truly • Concerts held June 10, 17, 24 and July 4 for unique experience with a distinctive blend of “just what Independence Day Quilting Retreats you’re looking for” gifts, eateries, shops, hardware store, Austin Holiday Inn Conference Center pharmacy, and essential items. Austin Symphony Orchestra 507-377-1163 / www.calicohutchquiltshop.com Enjoy fun-filled days of quilting with friends, plus free Exit 178A – takes you to the historic, picturesque 507-460-8032 / www.austinmnsymphony.org demos, massage therapists, etc. downtown, a charming area of quaint shops and Austin is proud to have had its own symphony orchestra boutiques offering one-of-a-kind specialty products. since 1957, showcasing local talent and bringing in 2020 Quilting retreats: Indulge in local flavors at a variety of restaurants. Refresh world-class musicians to provide incredible performances. • February 6 - 9 – Honolulu Lulu and rejuvenate at one of the revitalizing spas or salons. • February 23 – Beethoven’s Birthday, 2 pm • March 26 - April 1 – There’s No Place Like Gnome Take a relaxing stroll around the Mill Pond and enjoy at St. Olaf Church • November 6 - 16 – Olympics some coffee or ice cream from one of the local shops. • April 19 – Chang & Brahms!, 2 pm at Knowlton Auditorium, Austin High School Exit 179 – convenient shopping for groceries, household RACING items, and more. Northwestern Singers www.northwesternsingers.org 56 Speedway Northwestern Singers brings community members 25707 St Hwy 56, Brownsdale together to do what they love most - sing, featuring 507-440-3824 / www.56speedway.com shows with different themes that range from classical to pop and American Bandstand to Lawrence Welk. Chateau Speedway • April 4-5 – Rodger & Hammerstein 54219 266th St, Lansing at Frank W. Bridges Theatre, Riverland Campus 507-440-8238 / www.chateauraceway.net Deer Creek Speedway 25262 US Hwy 63, Spring Valley DID YOU KNOW? Sterling Mall is one of Minnesota’s original strip malls. 507-346-2342 / www.deercreekspeedway.com

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YMCA of Austin SKATE PARK 501 4th Ave NE 507-433-1804 / www.ymca-austin.org Austin Skate Park An indoor 6 lane, 25 yard pool for lap and open 2 840 Hormel Century Parkway swimming. 507-433-1881 / www.ci.austin.mn.us In-line skaters and skate boards can enjoy a free outdoor Tier 1 park. TRANSPORTATION AB Taxi SKIING / SNOWSHOEING 1015 4th Ave NE 507-434-9689 DID YOU KNOW? Jay C. Hormel Nature Center The Cedar River became a Minnesota state water 1303 21st NE Austin Aeroflight trail in 2011, and runs 25 miles from East of Lansing 507-437-7519 / www.hormelnaturecenter.org 710 21st St NE through Austin on down to the border of Iowa. Enjoy 10 miles of well-groomed trails through the Nature 507-433-1813 / www.austinaeroflight.com This designation enhances its value as a historic, Center’s woodland and prairies. Cross country skies and A full-service FBO offering both Jet A and 100LL fuel beautiful corridor and location for recreational snowshoe rentals available – no MN ski pass required. services, flight training, ground instruction, and air rides. opportunities such as fishing, canoeing, and kayaking.

Austin Municipal Airport SNOWMOBILING 710 21st St NE WATERWAYS 507-433-1813 Mower County has approximately 200 miles of state Austin Municipal Airport is a public-owned, public-use Cedar River State Water Trail 12-foot wide snowmobile trails that are groomed airport with a mile-long paved runway. Heated hangar 1408 21st Ave NW (Cedar River Watershed District Ofﬁce) regularly, and connect with more than 800 miles of trails protects the aircraft in all weather conditions. in Southern Minnesota. To view a map of area trails, visit 507-434-2603 / www.cedarriverwd.org www.dnr.state.mn.us/watertrails/cedarriver/index.html http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/snowmobiling/interactive_ Austin Shuttle Service map/index.html. Part of Minnesota’s state water trail program, the Cedar 702 36th Dr SW River Trail runs for about 25 miles from the village 507-279-3240 of Lansing to the Minnesota-Iowa border, providing opportunities for ﬁshing, canoeing, and kayaking. SPAS / SALT SAUNA Land to Air Express (507) 625-3977 East Side Lake Daisy Blue Naturals Wellness www.landtoairexpress.com 8th Ave and Oakland Pl NE 311 N Main St Bus service that connects Austin to Minneapolis/St. Paul 507-433-1881 / www.ci.austin.mn.us 507-396-8137 / facebook.com/daisybluenaturalsAUSTIN airport and to the Mayo Clinic in Rochester Located along Oakland Place East, this lake, created by a historic dam, features a public boat launch, playground Golden Tress Salon and Day Spa Quick Ride Taxi Service, LLC equipment, shelters, picnic area, gazebo and walking trail. 104 11th Ave NW 805 5th Ave NE 507-433-2291 / www.goldentress.com 507-433-9055 Mill Pond 700 N Main St S.M.A.R.T. 507-433-1881 / www.ci.austin.mn.us SWIMMING A .88 mile bike/walking trail circles this beautiful (Southern Minnesota Area Rural Transit) pond, with interpretive signs along the path explaining 2801 Oakland Ave W some of the history this part of Austin played in the Austin Municipal Swimming Pool 1-855-762-7821 / www.smartbusmn.org grown of the city. Note the distinctive Flood Wall with 700 N Main St commemorative plaques celebrating notable community 507-433-1881 / www.ci.austin.mn.us members. This outdoor Olympic-size pool features a wading pool, splash pad, and climbing wall.

Atlantis Swimming Federation – hosts swim meets WINERY and throughout the summer. For event dates go to www.teamunify.com Four Daughters Vineyard and Winery 78757 St Hwy 16, Spring Valley 507-346-7300 / www.fourdaughtersvineyard.com

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EDUCATION MEDIA Austin Public Schools Austin Daily Herald THE HORMEL INSTITUTE 401 3rd Ave NW 507-460-1900 Newspaper 310 2nd St NE www.austin.k12.mn.us 507-433-8851 www.austindailyherald.com Austin High School 301 3rd St NW 507-460-1800 Mower County Shopper 3405 Oakland Ave W 507-437-7731 The Hormel Institute has remained true to its mission for over Ellis Middle School www.mowercountyshopper.com 1700 4th Ave SE 75 years: To further scientiﬁc knowledge and share that knowl- 507-460-1500 KAAL TV edge with the world. We have had the opportunity to advance 1701 10th Pl NE science through research focused initially on food safety and IJ Holton Intermediate School 507-437-6666 1800 4th Ave SE www.kaaltv.com preservation in 1942, later moving to world recognized lipid re- 507-460-1525

search, and today we are known for our innovative contributions Banﬁeld Elementary School KSMQ Public TV to cancer research. 2000 8th Ave NW 301 17th St SW 507-481-2095 The Hormel Institute, University of Minnesota is a leading 507-460-1200 www.ksmq.org cancer research department of UMN and part of the Mason- ic Cancer Center, an NCI Designated Comprehensive Cancer Neveln Elementary School KAUS 1480 AM 1918 Oakland Ave E Center. Our scientists are focused on accelerating answers to 18431 St Hwy 105 507-460-1600 507-437-7666 cancer by determining the basic molecular mechanisms of cancer

www.myaustinminnesota.com development and ﬁnding better ways to prevent, detect and treat Southgate Elementary School 1601 19th Ave SW cancer. In 2017 The Hormel Institute launched Nature Partner US Country 99.9 FM 507-460-1300 Journal (npj) Precision Oncology, an online-only, open access 18431 St Hwy 105 507-434-3699 journal dedicated to publishing high-quality research describing Sumner Elementary School www.myuscountry.com 805 8th Ave NW the signiﬁcant and cutting-edge research covering all aspects of 507-460-1100 precision oncology.

The transformative building expansions of 2008 and 2016 Woodson Kindergarten MEDICAL 1601 4th St SE provided tremendous new opportunities to advance research and 507-460-1400 Mayo Clinic Health develop worldwide collaborations – and progress truly continues System – Austin daily. We are deeply thankful these research opportunities are in Community Learning Center 1000 1st Dr NW a ﬁeld where the work accomplished by our scientists are for the 912 1st Ave NE 507-433-7351 507-460-1700 improvement of human health – where advancements and dis-

Mayo Clinic Health coveries can be celebrated by one and all, around the world. Pacelli Catholic Schools Pre-School, Elementary, Middle System Express Clinic The mission of The Hormel Institute is to conduct research and High Schools 1307 18th Ave NW (HyVee) and provide education in the biological sciences with Walk-in clinic 311 4th St NW applications in medicine and agriculture. In pursuit of this 507-437-3278 www.pacellischools.org mission, and as intended by its founders, The Hormel Institute generates fundamental knowledge and disseminates it to the Riverland Community College scientiﬁc community worldwide. It also serves as a center of 1900 8th Ave NW 507-433-0600 technical and educational expertise for the beneﬁt of the Austin www.riverland.edu community, the surrounding region and the State of Minnesota.

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Frank W. Bridges Theatre Historic Paramount Theatre Summerset Theatre 1900 8th Ave NW 125 4th Ave NE 1900 8th Ave NW 507-433-0595 / www.riverland.edu/theatre 507-434-0934 / www.austinareaarts.org www.summersettheatre.org 2020 Performances: The Historic Paramount Theatre is one of only four 2020 performances (at Frank W. Bridges Theatre): Feb 26-29, March 1 – The Importance of Being Earnest “atmospheric theatres” remaining in Minnesota. It June 18-21 & 25-28 – Mary Poppins April 23-25, May 1-2 – As You Like It originally opened in September, 1929 and was designed July 23-26, 30-31 & August 1-2 for stage theatre and ﬁrst-run movies. After several – We Will Rock You Matchbox Children’s Theatre “re-purposing” the theatre was purchased by the Austin 211 1st St SE Area Commission for the arts and restored to the original Cinemagic 7 507-437-9078 / www.matchboxchildrenstheatre.org décor representing the courtyard of a quaint Spanish 1302 18th Ave NW 2020 Performances (at the Historic Paramount Theatre): village with twinkling stars and rolling clouds overhead. 507-433-9191 / www.cinemagictheatres.com Feb. 7-9 – Pecos Bill and Slue-Foot Sue Meet the Fully functioning theatre with a varied schedule of events Dirty Dan Gang and seating capacity of over 600. April 3-5 – The Magicians Nephew For 2020 performances, go to www.austinareaarts.org

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• New and Used Books • Special Local Authors of Many Genres • Nostalgic and Fun Candies • Gift Certiﬁcates 407 N. Main St. • Austin • Minnesota / Local Gifts - Mittens and Jewelry - Painted Rocks 507-396-8660 - Carmelites Soaps & Jams - Artistic Cards Open Monday-Saturday 11-6 p.m. - Inukshuks and Feather Clips - Much More! Most Sundays 12-4 p.m.

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pecially likes the kid-sized kitchen with play clothes, shoes and jewelry that is new and TODDLER food. I like grabbing lunch at Steve’s Pizza fresh for the season plus home decor and ADVENTURES for classic thin-crust pizza (try the Mama small furniture. As you’d imagine from the Mia) and kid-friendly pasta. If your little one name, the prices are very reasonable. Testimonials that have been tried and is not great at staying seating in a restaurant, proven to be true. ask for a table upstairs where a small video arcade provides room to run. Still running? My philosophy with toddlers is that they The Austin Public Library has an early should be physically worn out as much as literacy toddler area with puzzles, toys and possible. To really do it right, you need agen- building blocks. My kids love a mini-puppet das for good weather and bad weather. stage in the children’s area complete with In good weather, park at the Austin dozens of animal puppets to play with. Public Library. Walk down the hill to the playground at Horace Austin State Park. My daughter Josie loves the rocking dinosaur and the tornado slide. You can keep moving MOTHER DAUGHTER by following the walking trail around Mill DATE MUST DO’S Next we go to Sweet Reads. Danica finds Pond. Or climb the hill to play the musical books by YA authors she loves and a candy instruments at the top of the berm behind Sometimes a mother and her daughter temptation - bacon bubble gum is a favorite. the playground. Time for lunch? Grab loose- need some one-on-one time. For my daugh- I stock up on $1 and $2 books to donate to meat beef burgers, chips and hand-made ice ter Danica (10) and I, Downtown Austin pro- kids in need and sometimes I treat myself to cream shakes at the Tendermaid to go and vides some of favorite quality time. a new novel from a wide selection of Minne- eat in the park. Still running? The Austin We start at Sangha Yoga & Wellness for sota authors. Municipal Pool is next door and the day a class together. It’s a welcoming, non-judg- Then zip across the street to the SPAM® rates are affordable for an afternoon visit. mental space for yogis of all levels of experi- museum gift shop. Even though we visit a They even have a special rate for the tod- ence. Our favorite classes are Barre which in- lot, there is always something new to see. dler-focused splash pad area. cludes ballet moves and Heated Yoga Sculpt Danica loves the Hello Kitty SPAM® sushi which brings aerobics and strength training making kit we scored there a few years ago to the mat. Stroll a few more store fronts down to visit After yoga, we cool down at the Coffee the Austin Art Works Center. They have House on Main with iced coffee and Italian classes available, art work galleries galore or soda. Sometimes we can’t resist a scone! If it’s many unique gifts in the retail area time for a full lunch, we sneak out of down- We can’t leave Main without a stop at Dai- town and get sushi at Japan Panda. Try the sy Blue Naturals where just stepping inside Marilyn Mon-roll, it’s my favorite. and smelling the candles and soaps boosts Now we are fueled up to shop til we drop. your mood. It’s a great spot to find a gift for Grab a parking spot on Main Street and stroll the person in your life who needs some pam- to these five spots at your leisure. pering. Don’t let our suggestions limit your Twice is Nice is a second-hand clothing shopping downtown - I could give you a list Whether it’s rain, snow or heat keeping shop plus stylish home decor and antiques. of five more of the best spots to go. Follow you indoors, you can find great toddler My favorite find there is an embroidery sam- your muse and discover Austin’s uniqueness! spaces indoors, too. The SPAM® Museum pler from 1809 that hangs in my daughter’s boasts a great kid play area. My daughter es- bedroom. Just next door at Real Deals, find – Testimonial by Laura H.

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Austin has an abundance of awesome Ideally located in southern Minnesota at the junction of Interstate 90 and State Highway 218, Austin is easily accessible from almost anywhere. We excel at conventions, conferences, district or regional meetings, attributes that make it a unique place training seminars, family reunions, class reunions, military reunions, weddings or any other occasion you to host your future gatherings. might have in mind. Austin has numerous modern facilities that can be set up in in a variety of ways.

American Legion Eagles Aerie 703 Izaak Walton Mower County Salvation Army - Austin 809 12th St SW 107 11th St NE Cabin, Todd Park Historical Society 409 1st Ave NE 507-437-1151 507-433-8675 507-437-4566 11th St NE Seating Capacity: 150 Seating Capacity: 180 Pioneer Bldg. Seating Capacity: 140 507-433-1881 1303 6th Ave SW www.foe.com www.salvationarmynorth.org/ Seating Capacity: 109 507-437-6082 community/austin/ Austin Country Club www.ci.austin.mn.us Seating Capacity: 100 1202 28th St NE Historic Paramount www.mowercountyhistory.org 507-437-7631 Theatre Jay C. Hormel The Hormel Institute Seating Capacity: 475 125 4th Ave NE Nature Center Mower County Live Learning Center www.austincountryclub.net 507-434-0934 801 16th Ave NE 1304 21st St NE Seating Capacity: 620 Senior Center 507-433-8804 507-437-7519 400 3rd Ave NE Austin Public Library www.paramounttheatre.org Seating Capacity: 250 Seating Capacity: 150 507-433-2370 323 4th Ave NE www.hi.umn.edu www.hormelnaturecenter.org Seating Capacity: 290 507-433-2391 Holiday Inn & www.mcs-inc.org Seating Capacity: 125 Veteran’s Pavilion, www.austinpubliclibrary.org Austin Convention Minnesota Army Center National Guard Pacelli Catholic Band Shell Austin Public Schools 1701 4th St NW 800 21st St NE Schools Auditorium Community Park 507-433-1000 (507) 434-2757 104 9th Pl SW Knowlton and Christgau 511 4th Ave NW Seating Capacity: 500 Seating Capacity 320 507-433-1881 Auditoriums, gymnasiums 507-433-8859 www.hiaustin.com www.minnesotanationalguard. Seating Capacity: 250 301 3rd Street NW Seating Capacity: 209 org www.ci.austin.mn.us 507-460-1800 www.pacellischools.org Seating Capacity: 1400 - 2000 Hormel www.austin.k12.mn.us Historic Home Mower County Riverland VFW Post 1216 300 4th Ave NE 208 4th Ave NW Fairgrounds Community College 507-433-6039 Bella Victoria 507-433-4243 700 12th St SW 1900 8th Ave NW Seating Capacity: 225 1801 14th St NW Seating Capacity: 200 507-433-1868 507-433-0528 507-396-8850 www.hormelhistorichome.org Seating Capacity: varies Seating capacity up to 150, Seating Capacity: 300 www.mowercountyfair.com 330 in Frank W. Bridges Theatre www.riverland.edu

HOW DISCOVER AUSTIN, MN HELPS

“We know the local area, have built the partnerships with local vendors and together we can communicate and create success for everyone,” says Nancy Schnable, Director at Discover Austin, Minnesota “At our ofﬁce, we strive to make a meeting planner’s job hassle-free and stress-free. The clients we work with become friends. When you provide excellent service time and time again, people begin to trust you. It’s easy to call a friend and plan a meeting knowing that it’s in good hands.”

26 | Discover Austin, Minnesota | 301 North Main Street, Suite 101 | 507-437-4563 | www.AustinMN.com SEASONAL SPORTING FACILITIES

Austin is honored to welcome many sporting enthusiasts throughout the year. We offer some incredible facilities for various activities.

Austin City Bike Trails/ Cedar River Marcusen Park Riverland Todd Park Shooting Star Trails Watershed District 901 South Main Street Community College 11th St and 21st Ave NE Austin, Minnesota 1408 21st Ave. NW 507-440-2059 Austin, Minnesota 507-433-1881 507-433-1881 507-434-2603 • Baseball 507-433-1881 • Disc Golf - 21 holes • Biking • Canoeing www.marcusenpark.com • Baseball - 4 diamonds • Soccer www.ci.austin.mn.us • Kayaking • Softball - 1 diamond • Baseball • Fishing Meadow Greens • Basketball - 1 court • Softball • Sand Volleyball www.cedarriverwd.org • Batting Cage - 1 Austin Country Club Golf Course www.ci.austin.mn.us 1202 28th St NE 25238 540th Ave • Soccer - 1 ﬁeld 507-437-7631 Driesner Park 507-433-4878 • Volleyball - 2 courts • Golf - 18 holes/Driving Range Oakland Pl SE • Golf - 27 holes www.ci.austin.mn.us Wescott Field www.austincountryclub.net 507-433-1881 • Driving Range 301 3rd St NW • Disc Golf - 9 holes www.meadowgreensgc.com Riverside Arena 507-460-1800 www.ci.austin.mn.us 501 2nd Ave NE • Tennis Austin Public Schools • Football 301 3rd St NW 507-433-1881 Packer Arena • Track/Field 507-460-1800 601 7th Street NE • Figure Skating Echo Lanes • Soccer • Basketball - 5 courts 1600 10th Dr SE 507-433-1881 • Ice Hockey • Seasonal Dome • Volleyball - 5 courts 507-437-8241 • Figure Skating www.riverland.edu/athletics www.austin.k12.mn.us • Wrestling • Bowling • Ice Hockey

• Swimming www.echolanesaustin.com • Roller Derby Splat! Paintball • Diving • Archery YMCA of Austin Field, LLC 501 4th Ave NE www.austin.k12.mn.us www.ci.austin.mn.us 17722 US Hwy 218 South Jay C. Hormel 507-433-1804 507-279-1096 Nature Center • Swimming • Paintball Austin Municipal Pool 1304 21st St NE • Gymnastics / Tumbling Austin, Minnesota www.splatpaintballﬁeld.net 507-437-7519 • Tennis 507-433-1881 • Cross Country Running • Indoor Track • Swimming • Cross Country Skiing • Basketball • Splash Pad • Snowshoeing • Volleyball • Diving • Canoeing / Kayaking DID YOU KNOW? In 2017 Austin, Minnesota was in the top 10 for Kraft www.ymca-austin.org • Climbing Wall • Hiking Hockeyville, America’s Most Passionate Hockey Community. www.ci.austin.mn.us www.hormelnaturecenter.org

HOST YOUR SPORTING EVENT IN AUSTIN

Austin, MN has many different spaces and facilities for you to host your sporting events for all seasons! During the spring/summer time we have many parks and recreational spots. Enjoy baseball/ softball/disc golf at Todd Park, swim meets at Austin Municipal Pool, or bike races held on Schindler’s Way Mountain Bike Trail and golf at the country club or Meadow Greens. During the fall/ winter, you could plan a hockey tournament at our Riverside or Packer arenas, an indoor soccer/football/kickball tournament at the seasonal dome located at Wescott Field and have fun bowling at Echo Lanes. Any season, any sport, we got it!

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28 | Discover Austin, Minnesota | 301 North Main Street, Suite 101 | 507-437-4563 | www.AustinMN.com Austin, Minnesota is a special community with an astonishing abundance of unique attractions, events, and activities that will keep you busy for your entire visit. Allow us to help customize these incredible experiences for your next trip.

ONE-OF-A-KIND ITINERARY H 10:30 AM – SPAM® Museum Tour: Please don’t eat the H 4:00 PM – Check into the Hotel: Austin offers over 400 hotel exhibits. Yes, it’s real. The SPAM® Museum is stuffed with rooms to relax and rejuvenate. Lodging options in Austin, MN interactive exhibits that bring the iconic history of the SPAM® include Holiday Inn, Days Inn, AmericInn, Cobblestone Hotel, Red Brand to life like you’ve never seen it before! Go behind the Carpet Inn, Super 8 and RodeWay Inn & Suites. scenes and behind the can for an experience adults and kids will H 5:30PM – Dinner at The Old Mill: This 1850’s former flour savor. See what’s trending in our pork-filled world, email yourself mill is located on the Cedar River and overlooks the Ramsey Dam. delicious recipes and share your SPAM® brand story for a chance It is one of the most historic and well-regarded restaurants in to become part of our exhibits. Explore the SPAM® brand across Southern Minnesota. There is a very warm and casual atmosphere the globe. Travel to Japan, U.K., Philippines, South Korea, Latin where you are able to wine, dine, and relax in the dining room. America, China and Hawaii. Find out what 6 simple ingredients Group menus arranged through Discover Austin, Minnesota. make SPAM® classic, then work the assembly line. Learn the history of Hormel Foods Corporation from its inception and stand H 7:15 PM – Paramount Theatre: One of only four remaining behind the actual desk of company founder George A. Hormel. atmospheric theatres remaining in Minnesota. The Paramount is Following the tour we will have time to explore the gift shop. designed to represent being in the courtyard of a quaint Spanish Village with twinkling stars and rolling clouds overheads. Group H 11:30 AM – Sweet Reads: Is not your average book & candy tours available to watch a short film while sipping a soda and store – it is truly a unique experience. You will find new and used munching on some popcorn. books, local and regional authors, old-fashion candies, frozen treats and a selection of Minnesota and Austin novelty items. Plus, H 9:00 PM – Arrive back at the hotel. come and witness the world’s largest collection of Berenstain Bear memorabilia. DAY 2 H 12:00 PM – Lunch at Gravity Storm catered by Piggy H 9:00 AM – Hormel Institute: Cancer has affected so many Blues: Gravity Storm Brewery brews their own beer right here people and now you can tour The Hormel Institute, a world leader in Austin, MN. The bar area is set up to look like a tiki bar from in cancer research focusing on the study of food agents and cell a tropical paradise, and most of the beers are inspired by Jimmy functions. Experience a 3D simulation of molecules, view into the Buffet songs such as their Pencil Thin Mustache IPA or License to research labs and see a microscope so large it has its own special Kill Maibach. Piggy Blues BBQ can cater for groups as small as 5 space. and up to 2500. Their motto is “Where you can eat pig or eat H 10:00 AM – Jay C Hormel Nature Center: Visit the new 7 like a pig!” Their signature dish is the Pulled Pork Lip Smackin’ million dollar interpretive center which includes exhibits such Sandwich. as Creatures of the Night, Renewable Energy, Climate Change, H 1:30 PM – Rydjor Bike Shop Museum: Each of the 84 bikes Forest Ecology, Live Birds of Prey, Soil is Habitat / Prairie Exhibit, displayed on the 16 foot walls inside the store has its own story. Pond Ecology & Macroinvertebrates. A geological timeline wraps You will witness the evolution of bicycles beginning with the all the way around the main exhibit space, with images and 1868 “Boneshaker” up to one of the late actor Robin Williams’ information about the billions of years of Earth’s history. personal bikes H 11:00 AM – City Tour: Be introduced to local points of interest H 2:00 PM – ArtWorks Center: A space to learn, create, display, and lesser known or quirky sites around the city that may merit and perform in all artistic avenues. The space includes the county’s further attention! Your step-on guide for the City Tour will stay only public clay studio with kiln, three galleries, an artists’ lounge, with you for the rest of your scheduled day PLUS you get a and a retail space supporting local artwork. They offer classes SPAM® cookbook! for group tours of various artistic opportunities – painting, glass H 11:00 AM – Hormel Historic Home & lunch: Discover the work, crafts, knitting, fabric art, and more. stately 14-room home of the George A. Hormel family (founder of Hormel Foods Corp). Built in 1871, the home features stained H 3:30 PM – SuperFresh Garden and Produce Center: glass windows, decorative woodwork, front pillars imported from A family-owned business providing bakery goods, gifts galore, Italy, Tiffany light fixtures and a Greek marble fireplace. Following and a fabulous garden center. They are famous for serving the the tour, a group lunch will be provided in the banquet center. state’s largest donut. A nice relaxing stop for group tours to sample their cookies and sip on their flavor of the day tea. H 1:00 PM – Depart Austin

We look forward to helping you make many memories in Austin, MN by creating a FREE custom itinerary for your group. For more information or to schedule a tour contact Discover Austin at 507-437-4563 or [email protected].

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CHRISTIAN JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES St. John’s – LCMS PRESBYTERIAN USA WORSHIP 1200 13th Ave NW Lighthouse of Hope Kingdom Hall 507-433-2642 Westminster Presbyterian 2909 Oakland Ave W 2115 5th Ave SE 802 4th St SW ASSEMBLY OF GOD 507-437-6441 St. Olaf’s – ELCA 507-433-3258 Living Bible Church 306 2nd St NW Cornerstone 301 4th St SW 507-433-8857 1403 1st Ave SW LATTER DAY SAINTS SALVATION ARMY 507-481-0221 507-433-7008 Church of Jesus Christ St. Paul’s Evangelical – Salvation Army BAHA’I CHURCH OF CHRIST of Latter Day Saints CLC Corps Center 404 31st St NW 2100 16th St SW 409 1st Ave NE Austin Church of Christ 507-433-9042 507-433-8191 507-437-4566 Bahá’í Faith of Austin 103 2nd St SW 2103 13th St SW 507-433-2894 St. Peter’s Evangelical 507-437-1456 LUTHERAN UNITED CHURCH 56937 220th St Cedar River Church 507-433-6709 OF CHRIST BAPTIST Beautiful Savior – WELS of Christ 2103 8th St SW Austin Congregational UCC 1006 12th St SW 507-437-6461 Trinity Evangelical – WELS Grace Baptist 1910 3rd Ave NW 507-437-4927 22980 630th Ave Church of Austin Grace Lutheran – ELCA 507-433-4006 507-433-2301 1700 W Oakland Ave EPISCOPAL 2001 6th Ave SE 507-437-2473 507-433-3445 METHODIST FUNERAL HOMES Christ Episcopal Church CATHOLIC 301 3rd Ave NW Holy Cross – LCMS Bethlehem Free Church 507-433-3782 300 16th St NE 1500 4th Ave SE Clasen-Jordan Mortuary Queen of Angels 507-437-2107 507-433-3705 209 2nd Ave NW 1001 Oakland Ave E EVANGELICAL FREE 507-433-5727 507-433-1888 Our Savior’s – ELCA First United Methodist www.clasenjordan.com Faith Evangelical Free 1600 Oakland Ave W 204 1st Ave NW St. Augustine’s 1800 12th St SW 507-437-4516 507-433-8839 Mayer Funeral Home 405 4th St NW 507-437-1000 600 2nd St NW 507-437-4537 Red Oak Grove PENTECOSTAL UNITED 507-433-1817 INTERDENOMINATIONAL 30456 Mower Freeborn Rd St. Edward’s 507-437-3000 Keys to Life Worlein Funeral Home 2000 Oakland Ave W Apostolic Church 1801 4th St NW 507-433-1841 Crane Community Chapel 1111 9th St NE 501 2nd St SE 507-433-5000 507-433-5844 507-437-8806 www.worlein.com

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12+ months before q Book remaining vendors q Final dress fitting/ pick up dress 2-3 days before (DJ, videographer, photographer, etc.) q Confirm honeymoon reservations q Choose a wedding date q Put together a Wedding day q Order wedding cake q Pick up marriage licenses q Pick your wedding party emergency kit q Research wedding favors q Order thank you notes q Plan your budget q Enjoy a mani/pedi q Book hair stylist/ makeup artist q Pick up wedding rings q Take engagement pictures q Pack for the wedding day and q Meet with your officiant and q Have a bachelorette/bachelor party q Order save the dates honeymoon plan the ceremony q Have a bridal/couples shower q Start compiling a guest list q q Book rehearsal dinner venue Arrange for a reliable person to q Choose venues for your ceremony transport wedding gifts after reception and reception 1-2 weeks before q Provide caterer with final head count q Organize tips and final payments q Have an engagement party! 4-6 months before q Choose grooms and groomsmen q Confirm arrival times for vendors attire and order q Get final haircut and color 10-12 months before q Plan welcome bags for out of q Provide image list to photographer 1 day before q Create a wedding website town guests q Last review of music with DJ/band q Deliver welcome bags to the hotel q Mail the save the dates q Schedule dress fittings and alterations q Provide any readers scripts for readings q Last minute check to make sure q Shop for Bridesmaid and Flower q Decide on playlist (including a do not everything laid out and packed for your girls’ dresses play list) for your DJ wedding day (dress, accessories, rings, q Book ceremony and reception venues q Order Favors and marriage license) q Book officiant q Attend wedding rehearsal and dinner q Research florists, photographers 2-3 months before q Give your wedding party their gifts and music. q Mail invitations q Get your beauty sleep – rest up for the q Purchase wedding dress & veil q Send rehearsal dinner invitations bid day tomorrow! q Apply for marriage licenses 8-10 months before q Meet with the wedding officiant q Order wedding invitations Wedding Day! and review ceremony details q Eat a healthy breakfast and drink plenty q Block hotel rooms for guest. q Decide on content for programs of water See pages 6-7 q Finalize timeline for ceremony q Give Best Man wedding rings and q Reserve day of transportation and receptions q officiant fee Set up cake tastings q Purchase wedding party gifts for bridal q q Get hair and make-up done Finalize guest list party, parents, and for each other. q Choose bridesmaid/flower girl (wear a button-down shirt) q Finalize reception menu with caterer q Take a deep breath and relax. attire and accessories and order menu cards if needed. q Enjoy the day you’ve spent so Register for gifts q Create a schedule for your wedding day q much time planning Take engagement photos to distribute to vendors and wedding q q Get Married! Start planning honeymoon party q Purchase reception/ceremony decor After the Wedding 6-8 months before q Purchase accessories for your q q Write and send out thank you cards Gather addresses for invitations dress fittings q Dry clean/preserve wedding dress q Book your honeymoon q Write wedding vows q Book accommodations for wedding q Legally change name on all night. See pages 6-7 4-6 weeks before documents and accounts q Enjoy Married Life! q Buy wedding bands q Contact guests who have not RSVP’d q Book florist q Create seating chart

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