Martin County Events
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Martin County Events
2010 OFFICIAL GUIDE TO MARTIN COUNTY 1 Table Of Contents Table Of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Welcome To Fairmont . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Great Place To Live . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Towns Of Martin County . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7 Early History Of Martin County . . . . . . . . .8-9 Lost Towns Of Martin County . . . . . . . .10-11 Local History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Martin County Historical Sites . . . . . . . . . .13 Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-16 Places To Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Economic Development . . . . . . . . . . . . .19-21 Our Senior Community . . . . . . . . . . . . .22-23 Moving To The Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24-25 Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26-27 Healthcare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28-29 Attractions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30-31 Fairmont Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32-33 Martin County Events Calendar . . . . . . .34-35 Worship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36-37 Martin County Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38-41 Arts & Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Aquatic Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Outdoor Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44-46 Martin County Parks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Lakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48-54 Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 Martin County Fair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 Restaurants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58-60 Lodging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 Agriculture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 GPS Coordinates Latitude: 43.652N Longitude: 94.46W Acknowledgments 323 East Blue Earth Avenue P.O. Box 826 Fairmont, MN 56031 Email: info@fairmontchamber.org Website: www.fairmontchamber.org 323 East Blue Earth Avenue P.O. Box 976 Fairmont, MN 56031 Email: director@fairmontcvb.com Website: www.visitfairmontmn.com 2 Hello and welcome to our community! Thank you for your interest in our area. We are confident that you will find our community to be beautiful, prosperous, and friendly. Whether you are preparing for a visit to Martin County or are already in our area on business or pleasure, we hope you enjoy your stay. Fairmont has a picturesque setting amidst a chain of five lakes, thus offering a wide array of recreational activities. While in our area we suggest a visit to the parks, historical attractions, the four-pool Aquatic Park, and cultural or sporting events. The diverse dining and shopping opportunities are sure to offer you pleasurable experiences. We are confident you will enjoy the beauty, history, and "Southern Minnesota Hospitality". Martin County prides itself as a "true gem on the prairie". Again, have a great stay, hurry back, and thank you for coming! 3 General Information Martin County Spring: Summer: Fall: Winter: Avg. High 420 F 810 F 700 F 240 F Population: 21,802 Elevation: 1,162 ft above sea level Avg. Low 340 F 600 F 480 F 80 F Important Numbers Transportation Fairmont Area Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . . . Airport Five Lakes Aviation . . . . . . . . . . . .(507) 235-2537 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(507) 235-5547 Fairmont Convention & Visitors Bureau . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(507) 238-8585 Bus Services Jefferson Bus Lines . . . . . . . . . . . .(507) 235-5547 Law Enforcement Center . . . . . . . . .(507) 238-4481 Fire Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(507) 235-5289 Gold Cross Ambulance . . . . . . . . . . .(507) 238-2123 Car Rental Fairmont Ford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(507) 235-6681 Hawkins Chevrolet Cadillac . . . . .(507) 238-4786 In Case of Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .911 Winter Road Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .511 Taxi Service Directory Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .411 Dee’s Taxi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(507) 236-3264 Martin County Express . . . . . . . . .(507) 235-5558 Statewide Winter Road Information .(800) 542-0220 Minnesota Office of Tourism . . . . . .(800) 657-3700 Poison Control Center . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 222-1222 Television Stations Newspapers Channel 13 – Local Government Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(507) 238-9461 Channel 14 – Local Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(507) 235-6799 Channel 20 – Local School Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(507) 238-4411 Sentinel - Daily . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(507) 235-3303 Fairmont Photo Press – Weekly . .(507) 238-9456 Martin County Star - Weekly . . . . .(507) 764-6681 Truman Tribune - Weekly . . . . . . .(507) 776-2751 FM Radio KFMC 106.5 – Classic Rock KSUM 1370 - Country 4 2008 Visitor’s Guide • Page 2 Great Place To Live I am honored to welcome you to our town and hope you enjoy your time in “THE City of Lakes”, beautiful Fairmont, MN. With our five lakes and open prairies we offer something for everyone throughout the year. You can enjoy the winter months by ice fishing, cross country skiing or snowmobiling. During the summer bring your boat to water ski or simply travel the lakes and take in the views – and don’t forget your fishing pole! There are also several trails for walking or biking, and we are very proud of our numerous city parks. Whether you are here for a few hours or several days, there are many community activities to enjoy. Spend the day shopping or play golf at one of our two beautiful local courses. Swim at our Aquatic Park or watch the sunset over the lake. Eat at one of the many restaurants or simply go out and enjoy the night life. From those of us that call Fairmont home, we hope your stay will be the first of many and we extend a warm southern Minnesota welcome to you. Enjoy your stay - we’re glad you’re here! Sincerely, Randy J. Quiring, Mayor Fairmont City of Lakes Nestled among five lakes is a quaint city called Fairmont. Located just off I-90, we’re easy to find, easy to get to. Golf, fish, boat or just relax and enjoy the scenery. Discover the beauty, the history, the friendliness of Fairmont, Minnesota. 800-657-3280 • 507-235-8585 Director@FairmontCVB.com VisitFairmontMN.com 5 Towns Of Martin County to large farm equipment you can probably find something that suits your taste at this event. City of Ceylon This quiet little community of 413 people in the southern portion of Martin County celebrated its 100th birthday in 2000, having been established on November 5, 1900, making it a truly turn-of-the century city. There are plenty of lakes nearby providing opportunities for camping and year-round fishing. Clear Lake is about a half mile from the city limits and Tuttle and Okamanpeedan Lakes are also nearby. On April 17th the city plays host to Community Day, an annual auction and sale that includes almost anything. People come from throughout the state and surrounding area to take part in this unique event. From small livestock City of Sherburn The annual Sherburn Festival, a long time standard in the area, will take place in June. The weekend will include a Firemen’s dance, chicken and sweet corn feed on Friday and free entertainment in the city park on Saturday and Sunday. The festival weekend will be topped off with the annual parade on Sunday, an event which draws quality entrants and large crowds every year. Sherburn is the home of Martin County West High School 6 Towns Of Martin County and Elementary School. The elementary school has a swimming pool that is open to the public. There is plenty to do in Sherburn, whether taking in a $3 movie in the theater downtown on the weekend, visiting one of the two cafes, or picnicking at Ida Landin Park where kids can play on the playground equipment while adults grill dinner. Sherburn offers several outdoor activities year round. If you like fishing or water sports, Temperance Lake to the east of town or Fox Lake on the northern edge will meet your needs, including ice fishing during winter months. Camping is available on Fox Lake at Everett Park, which is operated by the Fox Lake Conservation Club. Golfers can hit the links at Fox Lake Golf Club, a nine-hole course nearby. For entertainment, the I-90 Expo Center is less than two miles away. The facility holds numerous horse shows and competitions, as well as featuring popular concerts from entertainers like Dwight Yoakum and Trace Adkins. Several rodeos, roping and riding events, and horse sales are planned this year at the I-90 Expo Center. City of Trimont Tucked away in the northwestern reaches of Martin County is the City of Trimont, population 754. The city got its name when the towns of Triumph and Monterey were combined back in 1959. Those cities were both established in 1899 on two separate rail lines, which explains why they were so close to each other. One of the most popular sites in the Trimont area is Cedar/Hanson Park on Cedar Lake. The park is a popular camping spot and has amenities for picnicking and volleyball. Both tent and RV sites are available, as well as a boat ramp. If you want to get a spot during the summer holidays you better move early because the park fills up quickly with campers who have made these trips part of their annual agenda. Big Twin Lake is another nearby lake that provides good fishing also. On sunny summer Sundays head down to Sundaes in the Park for an old time community ice cream social. The event features concerts by local performers who have a tie to Trimont. The community also hosts a summer festival, Trimont Chocolate Festival. This is the first festival in the state to celebrate chocolate. The festival has a one day format and will be held on July 10th. There will be a chocolate booth and a host of chocolate items like ice cream, donuts, and malts. Food, games for the kids, and entertainment will be part of the weekend and a parade is also planned. Trimont is home to Martin County West Junior High School. City of Truman Truman is located on the north central edge of Martin County in Westford Township. The first settlement in the township was established in 1857 along Elm Creek. It was named Truman in the spring of 1899 when it was surveyed. In its early years Truman boomed. By February 1900 there were over 214 inhabitants. The town was incorporated on March 29, 1900. Truman today continues to change and adapt itself for the future. The railroad and many of Truman’s once-thriving businesses are gone, fallen victim to declining farm populations, migration to the cities, the automobile, superhighways, and regional shopping centers. Yet, as always, Truman’s real wealth lies in the energy, tenacity, and vision of its residents. Born of the railroad and raised on the farms, Truman continues to reach toward the future as a community of caring, supportive neighbors, and a rural survivor. Today, the population of Truman is 1,259, boasting affordable housing, a great place to raise a family, and grow a business. A quality education is provided through the Truman Public School System and St. Paul’s Lutheran school, which also has a licensed daycare and a Latch Key Program. There are five churches within city limits: Church of Christ, Community Baptist, Trinity Lutheran (ELCA), St. Paul’s Lutheran Church (MO Synod), and St. Katherine’s Catholic Church. There are many recreational opportunities that can be 7 Towns Of Martin County enjoyed in Truman. There is an outdoor heated swimming pool, campground, tennis courts, summer little league baseball and Legion baseball, girls softball, sand volleyball, a Trap and Skeet Club, and Graf and Perch Lake parks. If you need a place to stay The Whittler’s Lady Bed and Breakfast is available. A community celebration is held on the fourth weekend in July each year called Truman Days with a grand parade on Saturday at 5:00 p.m. For more information visit the city website at www.trumanmn.us. City of Welcome The City of Welcome, geographically located in the center of Martin County, was incorporated in 1890. Originally known as Lily Creek for the creek that still flows to the north, the name was later changed to Welcome in honor of Alfred M. Welcome, an Englishman who homesteaded in Manyaska Township after the Civil War. With a current population of 653, Welcome is home to two churches, St. Paul’s United Church of Christ and Trinity Lutheran Church ELCA and maintains the central offices for the Martin County West School District. A branch of the Martin County Library is located here, as well as various civic organizations including the Welcome Lions, Welcome Senior Citizens, American Legion Post #553, American Legion Auxiliary, and the Welcome Historical Society. The Welcome Historical Museum preserves antiques and records of the by gone days. The Welcome Economic Development Authority plays a role in maintaining Welcome’s business climate. An ice skating rink provides winter recreational activities and for summer fun, the Welcome Summer Festival is held annually the third weekend in July. A new four-diamond baseball complex has just been completed. For camping facilities, Checker’s Welcome Campground is located within city limits. Welcome continues to prosper with its vast assortment of area businesses, services, and proximity to Interstate 90 and rail service. Welcome to Welcome! 0 8 Early History Of Martin County Martin County was part of the Louisiana, Missouri, Michigan, Wisconsin, Iowa, and Minnesota Territories between 1805 and 1858. It was actually established before Minnesota became a state on May 23, 1857, taking portions of Brown County and Faribault County. The county was most likely named for Henry Martin of Wallingford, Connecticut. According to William Budd, "The county was named for him, not because he ever did anything for the county, but because he was in a position by reason of being frequently in Mankato to influence the naming of it for him." The first settlers in the county were Calvin Tuttle and one Mr. Rickey. They came in March of 1856 and built the first house on Center Chain of Lakes. By the winter of 1856-1857, there were twenty men, nine women, and twenty-three children in Martin County. The first boy and girl born to the early settlers were Mary Virginia Britts and Charles Fowler. The first post office opened in 1858 with William Budd as postmaster. Lorraine Swearingen taught the first school in 1860. Dr. Orville Chubb built his home at 209 Lake Avenue in Fairmont, now known as the Chubb House, and Frank Day founded the Martin County Sentinel in 1874. The early settlers in Martin County were primarily of English origin. In 1872, H. F. Shearman, a Connecticut lawyer, went on a hunting trip to Martin County. Being very impressed with the economic potential of the area, he purchased land near Fairmont and developed it into a model farm. He then went back to England and influenced many Englishmen, some quite wealthy, to invest in Martin County. This became the "English Colony," or "Bean Colony," as they planned to become wealthy raising beans. They arrived in the spring of 1873 and planted approximately 1,000 to 1,200 acres of beans around Fairmont in Tenhassen and Rolling Green Townships. June of 1873 signaled the beginning of the grasshopper infestation in and around Martin County. It was said that the grasshoppers came like a snowstorm, completely covering the ground. This "plague" continued for several years, and then in 1877, Governor Pillsbury set aside a day of prayer and fasting. On that day, the grasshoppers flew away without depositing any of their eggs. The grasshopper plague was over! YOUR PLACE FOR FAMILY FUN & RELAXATION Located 11⁄2 miles off I-90 on Lake Imogene Big Rig Pull Through Sites 2521 115th Street • Fairmont, MN • Email: flyinggoose@frontiernet.net 507-235-3458 • www.flyinggoosecampground.com Martin County Historical Society’s Pioneer Museum 304 E. Blue Earth Ave. Fairmont, MN Phone (507) 235-5178 Fax (507) 235-5179 Email: mch@frontiernet.net Web site: www.co.martin.mn.us/mchs/ Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 am-12 Noon & 1:00 pm-4:30 pm Saturday & Sunday by appointment Steven E. Pierce CPA, Ltd. Certified Public Accountant 51 Downtown Plaza, Fairmont Old Post Office (507) 238-4304 TAKING CARE OF YOUR BUSINESS IS OUR BUSINESS Payroll, General Ledger, Financial Statement Presentation and Tax Filing Requirements Handled In A Timely and Professional Manner stevenepiercecpa.com 9 Early History Of Martin County However, it had its effects on the English Colony. Eventually their losses from the grasshopper infestation and partial crop failures due to weather forced most of the English Colonists to abandon their efforts to grow beans. Many returned to England, and those that stayed turned to other ventures, including business and farming. Despite further setbacks, the colony expanded to the point that the 1880 census showed that there were 219 Englishmen in Martin County. Those that stayed, such as Percy Wollaston, Frederich Wherland, the Archer-Burtons, Harry M. Serle, W. M. Hay, Joseph Ramsdale, H. W. Sinclair, and others had a definite impact on Martin County and essentially shaped it into what it was eventually to become. Hometown Neighbors • Hy-Vee’s Kitchen and Catering • Full Service Floral Shop • Fresh Bakery • Blue Ribbon Meat Department • Seafood/Deli Counter • Farm Fresh Produce • Convenient Drive Up • Grocery Delivery • Customer Service • Red Box Video Rentals For the past 29 years, Hy-Vee has made friendly service and customer convenience a top priority. We are committed to bringing you the freshest and best products everyday. We make you, our #1 priority. 907 S. State • Fairmont • 238-4323 10 Lost Towns Of Martin County Cedarville Cedarville, a thriving trade center for thirty years, was located on the north shore of Cedar Lake. The post office was in existence from 1868-1903. After the post office closed the mail was sent to Monterey. Francis Drugan was the first postmaster. Richard Crandell, Phinneas Dennis, and Captain E. F. Wade were early storekeepers. Captain Wade was also Justice of the Peace, Notary Public, and did land office and collection business. The town had two stores a hotel, blacksmith shop, wind grist mill, and some homes. The Cedarville School (Dist. 34), the first school in Cedar Township, was established in 1867. The Chicago and Northwestern Railroads and Minneapolis and St. Louis Railroads both by-passed Cedarville in 1899. Cedarville declined rapidly after that. De Soto This town, located one mile northeast of this marker, was platted by the Minneapolis and St. Louis Railroad in 1899. It was named for Spanish explorer Hernando De Soto, the discoverer of the Mississippi River, by a St. Paul resident in charge of the road’s town site. The Spanish-American War had just concluded, and the citizens of Lake Fremont Township expressed hard feelings about having their rail station named for a Spaniard. Since De Soto was accessible only from the east, residents raised $1,500 to move farther south, and thus create the nearby community of Dunnell. De Soto only existed for a few months before giving way to public sentiment and a better location. The land reverted to its previous owner, the Eric Olson family. Center Chain Center Chain, once the cultural center of the county, was the first settlement in Martin County. It was located on the east bank of Iowa Lake. Fairmont residents fled here for safety during the Indian scare of 1857. The post office was in existence from 1858 1905 after which time the area was served by Rural Route 3 from Fairmont. Linneus H. Hand ran a general store in connection with the post office when he was postmaster from 1880 - 1895. Arthur and Claudia Follett operated the store around 1910 or before. The creamery was built in 1894 and was in operation until 1908. The First Congregational Church was dedicated in 1900. Prior to this, church services were held in a near-by schoolhouse. Lone Cedar Lone Cedar Post Office was established June 4, 1867 in the home of Kilburn Archer, its first postmaster. It was named after the large cedar tree growing in Section 18, Manyaska Township. It was an important post office because it was a transfer point. The Fairmont-Jackson stage route served it from the east and the St. James route from the north. Mr. Archer maintained a tavern in a sod house called Lone Cedar Tavern and Half-Way House as it was midway between Fairmont and Jackson. The stage stopped to refresh horses, drivers and passengers. Meals and overnight lodging were available. Lone Cedar was changed to Sherburne Post Office on January 6, 1879 (later Sherburn) when the Milwaukee Railroad reached Sherburn. Featuring Concious Sedation The Ultimate in Dental Treatment Comfort Jon T. Erickson, DDS 1950 Center Creek Drive, Suite 200 Fairmont, MN 507-238-2812 Manyaska Located on this site, the town of Manyaska was established in 1899 and was a station on the Chicago and Northwestern Railroad between Welcome and Ceylon. Manyaska is a Dakota word which means "white bank or bluff." At one time the town had two lumberyards, a post office, a creamery, a grain elevator, a general store, a hotel, and a depot. Though it was a prosperous shipping point for livestock and grain, Manyaska gradually declined. The post office closed in 1908, the stockyards closed, the grain elevator burned down in 1960, and the last building, the general store, was moved to Welcome in 1961 by Ray Wohlhuter family and converted to their residence. All that remains today is open farmland. 11 Lost Towns Of Martin County Nashville Center Nashville Center was settled by American pioneers of English, Scotch, and Welch descent in 1865. A school was established in 1865 and a post office in 1867. This farming settlement grew into a country trading center of about 100 people. Businesses included a blacksmith shop, general store, creamery, livery stable, hardware and machinery store, millinery shop, Woodman’s Lodge Hall, Freewill Baptist Church, and 15 homes. The mail stage made 3 trips a week from Garden City to Nashville Center to Fairmont. In 1899 the railroad was built from Madelia to Truman to Fairmont which was the demise of Nashville Center. The creamery was moved to Truman in 1900 and the post office was closed in 1904. North Star This community was settled by people of German descent. A creamery was built in 1894 and a general store in 1895 or 1896. The North Star Post Office was established in Section 22, Waverly Township and moved to the store in 1898. An ice house, church, parsonage, telephone company, and several homes were also part of this thriving trade center. The post office closed in 1904 after Welcome (8 miles southwest) began a rural mail route. The general store closed about 1910. The exact date of the founding of the "German Evangelical Peace Congregation," more commonly known as, the North Star Church, is unknown. Services were held until 1923. The building was demolished in 1937. All that remains today of this lost town is the cemetery. Pixley The town of Pixley, in Pleasant Prairie Township, was the life work of George Pixley, a Vermont native. He also kept the post office, 1881-1894, delivering mail to forty families three times weekly. As a compliment to him, the post office was named Pixley. In 1870 School District 44 was established at his home. A schoolhouse was built in 1871 and named in his honor. In 1881 he opened a country store in his home, for a time known as the Wayside Inn. This was considered a Martin County landmark and gathering place for the community. The building burned down in 1935. In 1902, Mr. Pixley sold out and moved away. Tenhassen Tenhassen, a Dakota word which means “sugar maple” was known from 1856 to 1873 as Tuttle’s Grove, in honor of Calvin Tuttle, the first settler in Martin County. The fur trade furnished its only cash revenue in its earliest years. A post office was established in 1862, and by 1875 there were stores, a sawmill, and other businesses that once rivaled Fairmont in size and importance. In 1875-76 the village aspired to become a station on the Fort Dodge and Fort Ridgely Railroad. When those hopes faded in 1878, businesses began moving to Sherburn and in 1899 to Ceylon, a new town on the Chicago and Northwestern line. By 1900 Tenhassen was in rapid decline and lost its post office. Bypassed by the railroad, all that remains of Tenhassen today is a cemetery. Much more information is available at the Martin County Historical Society and Pioneer Museum in Fairmont. Welcome To Fairmont... Enjoy Our Fine Lodging & Dining Establishments. 507-238-4771 507-238-4700 507-238-4500 YOUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME • 25” Cable TV with Remote • Poolside Rooms • Direct Dial Phones • Hi-Speed Wireless Internet• Smoking and Non Smoking Rooms FREE Continental Breakfast Truck Parking • Fax and Copy Machine Available In Room Refrigerator and Microwave Group Rates/AAA/AARP • Remodeled Rooms Shopping, Restaurant and Cinema Nearby I-90 & 15, Exit 102, South 1 mile 1122 North State Street, Fairmont, MN 56031 507-235-3373 Fax 507-235-3286 507-238-5444 507-235-2626 507-238-9444 Located At The Junction Of Hwy 15 & I-90 12 Local History The first permanent settlers, in what is now the City of Fairmont, were E. Banks Hall and William H. Budd. In June of 1857, these people built their homes on the lakes that still bear their names. Mr. Budd recorded that in January of 1857, twenty men, nine women, and twenty-three children lived in the Fairmont area. Fairmont was platted in October of 1857, by the Des Moines and Watertown Land Company, who also named the town for the rolling hills surrounding the adjacent lakes. The original name was Fair Mount, but this was later changed to Fairmont. Fairmont had the first post office in Martin County, dedicated on October 9, 1858, with William Budd as the first postmaster. Fort Fairmount was established in 1862, shortly after the start of the Dakota (Sioux) Indian uprising which terrified settlers throughout southern Minnesota. With the end of the Civil war and the subsiding of Indian troubles, Fort Fairmount was abandoned. The site is now marked by a plaque attached to a large native stone near the present courthouse. When railroads came, prosperity followed, and towns sprang up in every direction. The first train came to Fairmont in July of 1878, when the village was only twenty years old. As cities go, Fairmont was young, vigorous, alert, and busy. It was busy supplying the needs of a little empire right in the middle of North America. Even in the lean years of the 1930’s, when drought depleted most sections of the Midwest, Fairmont enjoyed fairly good business conditions while other communities were existing on government relief checks. With a vast trading area, both wholesale and retail, Fairmont has remained stable. In fact, no economic nosedive can be remembered by the oldest inhabitant. Fairmont enjoys the enviable distinction of not having had a bank failure during the memorable 1930’s when bank failures were so prevalent. The faith of the pioneers, who generations ago selected this are as a home, has been justified. Nothing has ever been lost through abiding faith in this area. Fairmont’s future is as bright and exciting as her past….her potential is unlimited. TOP TEN REASONS E-Z WASH LAUNDROMAT TO VISIT DOWNTOWN FAIRMONT 10. Establish your first checking account. 9. Get decorating ideas. 8. Take part in the Interlaken Days Festival. 7. Shop for clothing, jewelry & a makeover. 6. Enjoy “Friday’s in the Park” all summer long. 5. Get tax, legal & financial advice 4. See Fairmont Glow with Christmas lights. 3. Enjoy lunch with a friend. 2. Park for free 365 days a year. 1. Shop! Shop! Shop! Self Service / Coin Operated Commercial Washers & Dryers Extra Large & Giant Capacity Machines 212 N. Park Street • Fairmont, MN (extra parking in the rear) Deric Brown 507-317-7285 Cheryl Brown 507-381-5843 Hours Sun-Fri 6:30 am - 10:00 pm Saturday 6:30 am - 9:00 pm 13 Martin County Historical Sites 1. Chubb House 209 Lake Avenue, the Chubb House was built in 1867 of brick made from the banks of Buffalo Lake. 1 2 2. Decker Store Located 1 mile west of Ceylon on County Road 8, The General Store-Hotel is believed to have been built before 1880. The building was owned by James and Catherine Decker. 3. Fairmont Opera House 45 Downtown Plaza, built in 1901 the Opera House is a unique building which has enriched the architectural, cultural, and commercial life of the region for over 100 years. 3 4 4. Heritage Acres 507 Lake Avenue, discover the rich agricultural history of the Martin County area at this agricultural interpretive center. 5. Livingston Log Cabin Shores of Lake George in Lincoln Park, built in 1865 in Silver Lake Township and moved to Fairmont in 1953. 6. Martin County Courthouse 201 Lake Avenue, the present day Courthouse was built in 1906 on the hill above Lake Sisseton and it was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1977. 5 6 7. Martin County Historical Society and Pioneer Museum 304 East Blue Earth Avenue, step back in time amidst twelve rooms filled with treasures from yesteryear. 8. The Old Post Office 51 Downtown Plaza, built in 1926 with donated money from local businesses. The building was completed for a cost of $50,000. 7 9 8 10 9. Red Rock Center for the Arts 222 East Blue Earth Avenue, the building was designed by prominent Minnesota architect Harry W. Jones and is an excellent example of the Richardson Ian Romanesque style architecture. 10. Wohlheter Mansion 320 Woodland Avenue, the mansion was built in 1899 for $35,000 and is Victorian style with four Corinthian columns and carved oak. Still a private home. 14 Education Elementary / High Schools: Fairmont Area School District #2752 507-238-4234 • fairmont.k12.mn.us Our district is comprised of highly qualified and dedicated staff members whose goal is to help all students enjoy a positive and successful academic career. We strive to be a full service school district. The intent of this concept is to serve students with a diverse set of needs, talents, and interests. The Fairmont Area Schools support pre-k through 12th grade programming, including all day/everyday Kindergarten. To be a part of our school district is to be a part of something very special. Granada Huntley East Chain School District 507-447-2211 • www.ghec.k12.mn.us The Granada Huntley East Chain School District educates 300 students from three communities, covering 400 square miles of Martin and Faribault counties. The school located southeast of East Chain houses the Pre-school - 6th grade program and is thirteen miles south of the facility in Granada. Pre-school is offered twice per week for a half day while the Kindergarten program runs all-day everyday. The facility located in Granada, houses the 7th – 12th grade programs, as well as the District office and the Community Education and Recreation office. Martin County West School District 507-728-8276 • www.martin.k12.mn.us Martin County West, a consolidated district comprised of the former Sherburn-Dunnell, Trimont, and Welcome School Districts, was established in 1988. Martin Luther High School (9 – 12) 507-436-5249 • www.martinlutherhs.com County Highway 38, Northrop postmaster@martinlutherhs.com Martin Luther High School is a fully accredited Lutheran high school. MLHS offers a comprehensive college preparatory Christian education. All students are encouraged to participate in the athletic and fine arts extra-curricular opportunities. Small class size, highly qualified faculty, challenging curriculum and individual attention provides an exceptional learning environment. MLHS students’ ACT scores are consistently higher than the state average. Advanced Placement and PSEO courses are offered on campus. Transportation to MLHS is provided by surrounding school districts. Tuition aid is available for all qualifying students. All teens are welcome to take advantage of this exemplary learning experience. MLHS is a choice worth making! St. James Lutheran School (Pre K) 507-436-5289 • www.martinlutherhs.com (Click about MLHS) 108 South James Street, Northrop • sjl1@frontiernet.net St. James Lutheran School believes, that as a Parochial School of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod (LCMS) Minnesota South District (MN-S), we must offer education for the whole child - body, mind, and spirit. Our school follows the directives of our Lord, "Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you," (Matthew 28:19) and in so doing making Jesus Christ and Eternal Salvation the focal point while providing all academic subjects that are required by the State of Minnesota. St. Paul’s Lutheran School - Fairmont (Pre K – 8) 507-238-9492 • www.stpaulsfairmont.org 201 Oxford Street, Fairmont • splfm2@hotmail.com St. Paul Lutheran School was founded in 1895. St. Paul Lutheran Pre-Kindergarten is licensed by the Minnesota Department of Human Services and St. Paul Lutheran School (Pre-K thru 8th grade) is accredited by NLSA (National Lutheran School Accreditation). St. Paul Lutheran School provides a quality academic curriculum with Christcentered instruction. St. Paul’s Lutheran School - Truman (Pre K – 8) 507-776-6541 • www.lutheransonline.com/stpaulstrumanmn 114 East 4th Street, Truman stpaulsschooltruman@frontiernet.net St. Paul’s School has a tradition of over 100 years of providing a sound academic program preparing students for the next level of education. Our small school size creates a family atmosphere centered in God’s concern and care for his children. Students are assured of individual attention and close monitoring of progress. Accredited by the National Lutheran School Accreditation. St. John Vianney School (Pre K – 6) 507-235-5304 • www.sjvschool.net 911 South Prairie Avenue, Fairmont St. John Vianney School is a dynamic school where students are surrounded by faculty and staff with one primary goal: to provide an excellent education to students while giving witness to Christ’s love, mercy and compassion. We encourage all students to achieve their maximum potential intellectually, personally, physically and spiritually. We are blessed with the resources to provide a diverse education that includes many special programs such as art and music, along with class sizes small enough to give each child the attention he or she needs. 15 Education Truman Public School District 507-776-2775 - Elementary • 507-776-2111 - High School www.truman.k12.mn.us • 401 East 1st Street, Truman The goal of Truman Public Schools is to help each student develop mentally, morally, and physically, and believes a) that all children should learn to live satisfactorily within his/her own group and community at large, b) that each experience in school is a part of life experience and should prepare the individual for a worthwhile future, and c) that training for high ideals, good habits, skills and appreciation should be given to all pupils despite their differences in mental and physical capacities, social, and racial backgrounds, thus providing a common basis of understanding for all. Universities: Minnesota West Community & Technical College – Fairmont Center 507-235-3385 • www.mnwest.edu 115 South Park Street, Fairmont jennifer.bendix@mnwest.edu Minnesota West - Fairmont Center began offering courses at the Southern Minnesota Education Campus building in August 2006. This education opportunity, for both tradition- At some places, treating you like family calls for a special promotion. Here, it’s just what we do. When you’re injured or sick, you expect a little preferential treatment from family. But do you really expect it at the doctor’s office? When you step into Dulcimer Medical Center, you’re stepping into an environment designed to feel a lot like home – from the comfortably decorated rooms to the personal, compassionate way you’re treated by our entire staff. Our philosophy is simple: we treat every patient like we treat our own family. Welcome home. 1950 Center Creek Drive • Fairmont, MN 56031 DulcimerMedicalCenter.org 16 Education al and adult students, brings higher education right to the local community. The Minnesota West - Fairmont Center offers students a one-stop shop with on-site staff to assist with everything from application and registration to applying for financial aid. Students have the opportunity to complete an Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree by taking classes in Fairmont and online. Students can earn their A.A. degree and be right on track to complete a bachelor degree by transferring to a Minnesota State College and University, as well as other public and private four-year colleges. The Fairmont Center also offers courses in business, accounting, administrative assistant, and Post Secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO). Students can choose from day, evening, or online classes to fit their schedule. Presentation College – Fairmont Campus 507-235-4658 • www.presentation.edu/fairmont 115 South Park Street, Suite 117, Fairmont susan.barnes@presentation.edu Nestled along a chain of five lakes in picturesque Fairmont, Minnesota Presentation College-Fairmont Campus offers students a challenging education in a relaxed, small town atmosphere. Housed in the Southern Minnesota Educational Campus building, Presentation College-Fairmont Campus offers baccalaureate programs in nursing, radiologic technology, biology, psychology, and business, associate programs in medical assisting, biology, and business and a certificate program in surgical technology. With a mixture of day, evening, and web-based course, Presentation CollegeFairmont Campus is sure to offer something that suits your goals and lifestyle. Southern Minnesota Educational Campus 507-238-9461 ext. 2249 • www.smecfmt.org/index.html 115 South Park Street, Fairmont • bsteuber@fairmont.org SMEC is Fairmont's newest and most unique entity - drawing students from across the community. The campus is equipped with general classrooms, a computer lab, interactive video classrooms, a nursing lab, a biology and chemistry lab, student resource areas, conference rooms, and offices. Institutions currently offering courses at SMEC include: Presentation College, Minnesota West Community College, Minnesota State University - Mankato, Riverland Community College and Saint Mary's University of Minnesota. KRUEGER REALTY, INC. Real Estate Since 1970 BUYING? SELLING? CALL US! • Residential • Commercial • New Homes • Farms & Acreages Ken Krueger 507-235-9060 Alex Sucher 507-520-0387 Jon Gunther 507-399-9183 Erin Muller 507-399-3935 Larry Thoe 507-236-4319 Krueger Realty, Inc. 323 E. Blue Earth Ave., Fairmont, MN • 507-235-9060 REALTOR ® Located in the upper level of the Fairmont Chamber of Commerce • www.kruegerrealtyinc.com 17 Thank You!! Because of the loyal customers patronizing our facilities, we have experienced continued growth. We wish to thank you for this!! Trimont Facility Dunnell Facility Farmers State Bank of Trimont PO Box 388 Trimont, MN 56176 PO Box 67 Dunnell, MN 56127 18 Places To Work Fairmont is country living at its best with a skilled workforce, rail access, airport, interstate interchanges and a commercial site available for development. A great place for business growth and development. Fairmont is a great place to work, live and have fun. Make the Fairmont community your next stop. Visit www.minnesotaworks.net to access employment services for employers, as well as job seekers. Martin County’s Major Employers Fairmont Medical Center – Mayo Health System General medicine and surgical hospitals www.mayohealthsystem.org 743 Avery Weigh-Tronix Manufacturer of weighing systems and integrated solutions www.wtxweb.com 340 Fairmont Foods of Minnesota Co-packer of frozen dinners and entrees, soups, side dishes, meal kits and meat components www.fairmontfoods.com 300 Lakeview Methodist Health Care Center Nursing care facility www.lakeviewmethodist.org 250 REM Heartland Outpatient Care Centers 200 3M Durable goods merchant wholesalers www.3m.com 130 MRCI - Fairmont Industrial Machinery Manufacturing www.mrci.info 125 Harsco Track Technologies Railroad rolling stock manufacturing www.harsco.com 120 Community Development Department Economic Development Authority Your ONE-STOP Shop Serving all your development needs: ✭ Job Opportunity Building Zone (Tax Free Zone - 241 Acres) ✭ Virtual Spec Building (75,000 sq. ft.) ✭ Site and Building Inventory ✭ Planning and Zoning Requirements ✭ Business Development Incentives ✭ Building Code Information ✭ Fast and Friendly Service For more information on all your business expansion or relocation needs contact: Mike Humpal, CEcD Assistant City Administrator 507-238-9461 ecodevo@fairmont.org www.fairmont.org Fax 507-238-9469 19 Economic Development Fairmont’s community and economic development effort are what drive Fairmont to be one of southern Minnesota’s best cities for transportation access, land availability, workforce and quality of life. Fairmont has a fairly significant industrial manufacturing base. In the last five years there has been some moderate decline, not unlike most of the Midwest. Fairmont manufacturing companies of more moderate size 10-20 employees have experienced a higher rate of physical and financial growth in their companies, while employment numbers stabilized. Most growth companies are smaller with fewer employees. 80% of all new jobs created are created in companies with 20 employees or less. Fairmont is host to more than 500 businesses with these characteristics. In fact, over the past 12 years Fairmont’s Economic Development Authority’s revolving loan fund has helped 47 businesses with loans from $17,000 - $140,000 totaling $2,200,000 leveraging another $16,000,000 in equity and conventional financing. It has also created 404 new jobs or about 10 per company with new payroll of more than $12,600,000. Fairmont is also home to some fairly large businesses including: Rosen Diversified, 3M, Avery Weigh-Tronix, Aerospace Systems, REM, Hancor, Harsco Track Technologies, and Fairmont Foods of Minnesota all employing in excess of 200 employees with a few that employ over 400. Fairmont Medical Center-Mayo Health System employs over 700 with more than 40 doctors. Located in the city limits of Fairmont are approximately 25 manufacturing firms. The nine largest employ between 1,500 - 2,500 people total. The entire Fairmont community is represented by more than 500 businesses. Employment data is reported by county and MSA (Metropolitan Statistical Area). For Martin County with a population of 21,802 people; its labor force is 11,477 with about a 8.1% unemployment rate. More than half of the labor force are Fairmont residents, as Fairmont is over 50% of the county’s total population. It is very important to point out that the labor force draw area is a 30-mile radius. This includes seven counties in Minnesota and Iowa. This area represents a labor force of about 35,000. For the last few years Fairmont has been gaining momentum as a value-added ag processing center and an area beginning to explore renewable fuels. In 2001 CHS, Inc. constructed a $75 Million soybean processing facility. The facility was planned with a refinery for sometime in the future. In the summer of 2008 BioFuel Energy, LLC began production and is one of Minnesota’s first 100 Million gallon/$150 Million ethanol plant. The plant will consume approximately 40 million bushels of corn each year. Each facility is set on 200 acres and abuts one another in Fairmont’s northwest portion of the community. Each will create or have close to 50 employees with a combined payroll of just over $4 Million. Each will add $0.05-$0.15 cents per bushel to the commodity they consume creating an additional $4 - $12 Million in new revenue for area producers. Four miles to the west, Valero Renewable Fuels opened and began producing 100 million gallons annually at its $150 Million ethanol plant. The two plants will consume 80 million bushels of corn. Combined these three plants will have created 150 jobs with an average annual wage of about $40,000 per year. During these plants’ construction more than 650 workers spent over 500,000 man hours completing each plant at an average wage of $32 per hour or $16,000,000 in payroll. The US Chamber of Commerce suggests the longterm benefit of a plant creating 150 jobs account for another: • $1.9 Million in personal income • 6 new retail establishments • 64 new non manufacturing jobs • 202 increase in population • 100 new family units • 60 new school enrollments • $1.4 Million in retails sales 20 Economic Development Fairmont’s retail base is keeping pace by adding most recently Walgreens, Wal-Mart Super Center, Kwik Trip, Arby’s and many other national brand retailers are looking at the opportunities that exist. Other positive economic indicators are: • Average hourly wage: top ten manufacturing employers - $13.51/hour • Average taxes (not including street assessments) on a $100,000 home: • City/County - $765/year • Fairmont ranks 96 of 125 out state communities making Fairmont one of the lowest property taxed communities in the state. • Sales and use tax gross for the City of Fairmont: $353,427,287 MAKEOVERS MATT SCHMIDT CONSTRUCTION INC. Matt Schmidt, General Contractor Fairmont, MN Phone/Fax: 507-235-5469 Cell: 507-236-4427 mattschmidtconstruction@yahoo.com License #20634330 • Total valuation for property tax purpose for the City of Fairmont is $362,220,700. • Median household income for Fairmont: $33,700. • Average market value of Homes: $111,689. Of the 156 homes sold in 2007, 50% were valued between $90,000-$200,000; 39% were valued at between $60,000-$89,999. The average new home cost for 2007 was approximately $180,000-$200,000 plus the lot. Fairmont constructs on average between 12-20 new homes each year. • Fairmont’s economy is very strong and getting stronger. Fairmont is a regional retail and health care center for a 60-mile draw area. • Fairmont is a regional medical facility with more than 40 doctors and 13 dentists. Fairmont’s hospital and clinic are owned by Mayo Health Care Systems. The hospital/clinic completed a $14.5 Million expansion in 2000 and another $6.8 Million expansion in 2002. Two other independent clinics have completed or will be completing $9.5 million in projects and approximately 55,000 square feet, special features include out patient surgery center, open sided MRI, combined family dentistry and wellness clinic. Cabinets & Countertops, Kitchen, Office, Bathroom,Entertainment, Wetbars, Fireplace Surrounds. 208 Downtown Plaza, Fairmont, MN kitchensmore@frontiernet.net 507-238-1732 • Business open by appointments. 21 Economic Development • Fairmont has 6 banks, 3 new car dealerships, and two large farm implement dealers. Site Selection Magazine ranked Fairmont in the top 36 micropolitans in the country for new and expanding facilities. Escapehomes.com ranked Fairmont in its top ten emerging second home markets in the Country; ranked with Fergus Falls, Minnesota; North Fork, Colorado; Darby, Montana; Pinetop Lakeside, Arizona; Sisters, Oregon and Spearfish, South Dakota. For more information contact: Mike Humpal, CEcD Assistant City Administrator 507-238-9461, ext. 2236 ecodevo@fairmont.org The City of Fairmont Community Development Department is a one-stop shop for all your development needs: • Site and building inventory • Planning and zoning requirements • Business development incentives • Building code information • Fast friendly service Quality~Value~Selection~Service Come Bank With Us! We are Committed To Bringing You The Best Shopping Experience And Complete Customer Satisfaction! Family time happens at home. The memories you’ll cherish for a lifetime are made there. We know family time is important which is why we’re proud to offer quality furniture that will last throughtout the years. slumberland furniture ♦ Full range of financial savings and lending products. ♦ Convenient 24 hour internet banking from your home. ♦ Visit us at www.ffmbank.com Part of the community since 1999 807 S. State St. • Fairmont, MN 507-235-5533 FREE Financing Available Open SEVEN DAYS A Week M&TH 9-7 • TU&W 9-5:30 • F 9-5 Sat. 9-4 • Sun. 1-4 ATM service provided by: 114 South Park Street Fairmont, MN 507-235-5556 ATM machine located in our Bank Foyer. 22 Our Senior Community Caring Partners Adult Day Service 610 Summit Drive, Fairmont, MN 56031 507-235-6606 ext. 230 www.lakeviewmethodist.org Caring Partners Adult Day Service is a program that provides week-day services. It is designed to provide emotional, social, physical and medical needs for adults. Caring Partners offers a welcome respite for caregivers. Goldfinch Estates 850 Goldfinch Street, Fairmont, MN 56031 507-235-9405 Goldfinch Estates senior living community is conveniently located in a beautiful and peaceful residential neighborhood on the south side of Fairmont. Our campus style community features three different options for seniors that call our campus home! By offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care, Goldfinch Estates can continue to provide the excellent service that area seniors have come to expect. We believe in three key principles to be successful in offering the best possible service to the residents that call our community home. Offer choice, maintain dignity and promote individuality. We put the focus on the residents that live in our community. When residents come to live with us, they can expect a wonderful atmosphere where they are valued as an individual. Ingleside 2811 Roland Avenue, Fairmont, MN 56031 507-238-9654 www.inglesidemn.com Quality Assisted Living For Seniors Ingleside offers the choice and flexibility for you to enjoy life with us. From private rooms to individualized services, Ingleside has many options to meet your needs. Ingleside offers a warm social setting and a financial value that exceeds other healthcare options. Quality Senior Assisted Living • 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments with Private Bathroom • 3 Nutritious Home-Cooked Meals • Daily Activities • 24 Hour Onsite Staffing • Affordable One Level Living www.Inglesidemn.com 2811 Roland Avenue, Fairmont, MN 56031 Call Kim for further details or a tour at 238-9654 or 1-800-450-1019 Lakeview Methodist Health Care Center 610 Summit Drive, Fairmont, MN 56031 507-235-6606 www.lakeviewmethodist.org Nursing Home Care Lakeview Methodist Health Care Center, our 24-hour nursing care facility offers a wide range of health and living services for the senior experiencing the need for prolonged or extensive health care services. Lutz Wing Nursing Home Fairmont Medical Center – Mayo Health System 800 Medical Center Drive, Fairmont, MN 56031 507-238-8651 www.fairmontmedicalcenter.org The Lutz Wing Nursing Home provides compassionate, skilled nursing care to forty residents. Four of the 40 licensed beds are designated for residents with short-term rehabilitation needs. The nursing home, located on the Fairmont Medical Center – Mayo Health System campus, provides residents easy access to medical center services and medical specialties. Lutz Wing is Medicare and Medicaid certified and is accredited by The Joint Commission. For more information please contact the Lutz Wing at 507-238-8651 or 800-234-6141. Maplewood Residence 610 Summit Drive, Fairmont, MN 56031 507-235-3443 www.lakeviewmethodist.org Independent Living Independent living is for seniors who are able to care for themselves and want the advantages of apartment living. Maplewood offers the senior freedom from maintenance, the fun found in a friendly community atmosphere and the flexibility to tailor services as needed. Rainbow Care Unit 610 Summit Drive, Fairmont, MN 56031 507-235-6606 ext. 254 www.lakeviewmethodist.org Nursing Home Care - Alzheimer’s and Memory loss The Rainbow Care Unit is a warm, safe and loving environment designed especially for people in the middle and later stages of memory loss, dementia or Alzheimer’s. Individualized care plans ensure that each resident’s personal needs are addressed. Temperance Lake Ridge 410 Fox Lake Avenue, Sherburn, MN 56171 507-764-4977 Tender, Loving & Reliable, Like Family… We’re here when you need us. Temperance Lake Ridge Assisted Living is for seniors who want to maintain their independence. Temperance Lake Ridge 23 Our Senior Community Assisted Living offers studios or one-bedroom apartments which include kitchenette and a full bathroom which provide our tenants with a feeling of home. Assisted Living residents receive the personal care assistance they require. The amount of care is determined by the residents, their families and the nurse on staff. We address all the residents’ concerns including assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, activities and medication reminders. Three meals daily are served in family style atmosphere. The intimate size of assisted living allows our caring staff to learn the habits and preferences of each resident and to tailor schedules to fit the individual. Trimont Health Care Center 303 Broadway Avenue South, Trimont, MN 56176 507-639-2381 THCC is a 37 bed skilled nursing facility in Trimont, Minnesota that now offers 5 private and 16 double rooms. We provide 24hour nursing service, in-house meals and in-house laundry. You are welcome to stop and visit with our Social Worker, Charlotte Dobie, about our home and the level of care that we offer. Share a cup of coffee with friends and neighbors and join in the activities that are happening. Any questions about nursing can be answered by Ruth our Director of Nursing. For more information contact us at 507-639-2381. Truman Senior Living, Inc. 400 North 4th Avenue East, Truman, MN 56088 507-776-2031 Truman Senior Living offers a RAINBOW of opportunities! On our campus you can choose from Independent Living to Customized Assisted Living Apartments in the attached "Manor". We also offer skilled nursing services in the attached nursing home. We offer short term rehabilitation for those residents who need a little assistance from our Physical and Occupational or Speech Therapy departments. We have an attached Medical and Dental Clinic for your convenience. The continuum of care is provided to assure the highest level of health and independence for our seniors. Please contact us for more information and a tour of our campus or consider joining us as a member of our TEAM and call for Employment Opportunities. Village Cooperative of Fairmont 1310 Adams Avenue, Fairmont, MN 56031 507-238-7102 www.villagecooperative.com Advantages of Home Ownership with all the comforts of a maintenance free lifestyle. Village Cooperative is a resident member owned community that offers a comfortable yet affordable lifestyle for independent seniors age 55 and over. A cooperative member purchases a share in the cooperative corporation. There are 36 shares available, one share per unit. Monthly charges are based on costs required to operate the cooperative. The share prices and monthly carrying charges vary according to choice of unit. Woodland Manor 610 Summit Drive, Fairmont, MN 56031 507-235-3443 www.lakeviewmethodist.org Assisted Living Assisted living is designed to maintain independence and choices for seniors. Residents enjoy living in their own apartments within a community setting where social interaction, health services and meals are provided. Important Phone Numbers AARP First Call For Help Minnesota Valley Action Council RSVP Senior Citizen Center Senior Dining Senior Linkage Line Single Again Seniors 888-687-2277 800-543-7709 800-767-7139 507-238-4426 507-238-1624 507-235-9230 800-333-2433 507-238-2566 • Meals • Housekeeping • Medications • Activities • Personal Care • Social Outings • New Friends & Neighbors ~Kathy~ Staff Nurse ~Dick~ Resident ~Colleen~ Staff Nurse Don’t stay home alone & be lonely. Companionship & social activities help you feel great & have a purpose. Come join our Goldfinch family! Call for a tour 507-235-9405 850 Goldfinch, Fairmont, MN 24 Moving To The Area Childcare: Martin County Human Services 115 West First Street, Fairmont 507-238-4757 Housing: Apartments and Town Homes East Side Estates Burton Lane Contact: James Ness 507-893-4803 State Street Apartments Contact: Verlus Burkhart 507-238-4579 Summit Vue 705 Summit Drive Contact: Wanda Hegerle 507-238-4112 Royal Apartments Contact: Gail Pieser 507-235-6818 Subsidized Living: Countryside Townhouses 1300 Johnson Street Manager: Gail Deide 507-238-4978 Fairmont Place 101 Pheasant Avenue Contact: Krueger Realty 507-235-9060 Fairmont Squares 1205 Victoria Contact: Don Maday 507-238-1550 Friendship Village 500 Home Street 507-235-9691 Krueger Realty, Inc. 323 East Blue Earth Avenue 507-235-9060 www.kruegerrealtyinc.com Heritage Estate Scotts Court Contact: Krueger Realty 507-235-9060 Financial: AgStar Home Mortgage Services 1700 Giant Drive, Blue Earth 866-577-1831 Pheasant Run Apartments Hengen Street Contact: Ron Lorensberg 507-235-3533 Bank Midwest 118 Downtown Plaza, Fairmont 507-235-3327 Southview Apartments 1511 Falcon Drive Contact: Krueger Realty 507-235-9060 Farmers State Bank of Sherburn 33 North Main, Sherburn 507-764-4311 Farmers State Bank of Trimont 220 Main Street West, Trimont 507-639-9921 100 West Wenberg Street, Dunnell 507-695-2724 Real Estate Agents: Cavers Realty 117 West Blue Earth Avenue 507-238-4496 www.caversrealty.com First Farmers & Merchants National Bank 114 South Park, Fairmont 507-235-5556 Century 21 Northland Realty 1010 East Fourth Street 507-238-4796 or 800-443-5244 www.century21northlandrealty.com Profinium Financial 105 Lake Avenue, Fairmont 507-235-5538 414 North Fifth Avenue East, Truman 507-776-2311 Countywide Real Estate, Inc. 103 West Blue Earth Avenue 507-238-1252 www.ctywiderealty.com State Bank of Ceylon 104 West Main, Ceylon 507-632-4242 Laynka Properties, LLC Downtown Plaza, Fairmont 507-381-5843 State Bank of Fairmont 918 East Blue Earth Avenue, Fairmont 507-238-4287 Kaloch Properties P.O. Box, Winnebago 507-893-4805 www.homestead4sale.com WONDERFUL APARTMENT LIVING! SUMMIT VUE APARTMENTS Rental Office (507) 238-4112 646 - 650 - 656 Summit Drive, Fairmont, MN st Ea S i d e E s t at e nhom s w o T es 601 – 623 Burton Lane Fairmont, MN 507-893-4805 Quality rental townhomes in a 12 unit community at the edge of town. Each townhome features 3 BR, 1.5 baths, single garage, and patio with private yard. Contact James Ness, Homestead Realty LLC 507-893-4805. Agent owned property, EHO. www.homestead4sale.com/fmt 25 Moving To The Area Triumph State Bank 519 Main Street East, Trimont 507-639-2981 Wells Federal Bank 1015 South Highway 15, Fairmont 507-238-4479 U-Haul Company 941 North State Street, Fairmont 507-238-5475 US Bank 103 North Park Street, Fairmont 507-238-8300 Moving and Storage: Fitzgerald Moving 507-235-9669 www.fitzmoving.com dan@fitzmoving.com Rosa JH Rental 900 East Fourth Street, Fairmont 507-238-4332 Welcome State Bank 111 Guide Street North, Fairmont 507-728-8251 Quist Moving & Storage North Highway 15, Fairmont 507-238-2263 Stor-All 941 North Street Street, Fairmont 507-238-1393 Yacht Club: The Fairmont Chain of Lakes Yacht Club (CLYC) is one of south central Minnesota's best family recreation facilities. The CLYC was started by families back in 1958 who wanted to enjoy the lakes of Fairmont, and have a place where they could feel like they were on vacation without leaving home. Located on the south end of Hall Lake, the CLYC is a family oriented, recreation club. The CLYC has a heated pool, with a slide and diving board, and also a baby pool for toddlers. There are daily lifeguard hours from Memorial Day weekend through the Labor Day weekend. Swimming lessons are available to both members and non-members. The CLYC has a private sand beach and a members only boat landing. There are several sailing regattas and sailing lessons available for those who would like to give sailing a try. A lakeside patio near a fire pit makes a perfect setting for barbequing and sunset bonfires. The CLYC has a modern climate controlled club house, which has a full kitchen and seating for over 100 people. A large deck along the lakeside of the clubhouse gives a perfect view of the pool and Hall Lake. The CLYC offers complete facility rental for your wedding, graduation, company picnics, class reunions or company meetings. For more information, please check out our website at www.fairmontyachtclub.com or call us at 507-238-1522. It’s You...It’s All About You! Whether you are buying or selling your home or business, trust the experts at Cavers Realty to provide you with the service and expertise you deserve. Sam Johnson Shelly Cavers Moeller Wendy Emler Margaret Gochanour Marilyn Hovick Vonnie Cone Sarah Totzke CAVERS REALTY A Tradition Of Trust Since 1977! 117 W. Blue Earth Ave., Fairmont, MN • 507.238.4496 REALTOR ® Cavers@FrontierNet.net • www.CaversRealty.com www.Realtor.com • www.Homes.com EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY 26 Government City Clerks: City of Ceylon 301 West Main Ceylon, MN 56121 507-632-4653 City of Dunnell 145 West Wenberg Street Dunnell, MN 56127 507-695-2942 City of Fairmont 100 Downtown Plaza Fairmont, MN 56031 507-238-9461 City of Granada 108 South Main Street Granada, MN 56039 507-447-2200 City of Truman 101 East Ciro Truman, MN 56088 507-776-7951 City of Sherburn 21 East First Street Sherburn, MN 56171 507-764-4491 City of Welcome 102 South Dugan Street Welcome, MN 56181 507-728-8740 City of Trimont 41 Second Avenue NW Trimont, MN 56176 507-639-2060 Environmental Services County Offices 201 Lake Avenue Fairmont, MN 56031 507-238-3242 Soil & Water Conservation District County Offices 923 North State Street Fairmont, MN 56031 507-235-6680 Household Hazardous Waste Prairieland Compost Facility 801 East Fifth Street North Truman, MN 56088 507-776-3232 Solid Waste Office County Offices 201 Lake Avenue Fairmont, MN 56031 507-238-3115 Human Services County Offices 115 First Street West Fairmont, MN 56031 507-238-4757 Surveyor Madsen Land Surveying 318 East Blue Earth Avenue Fairmont, MN 56031 507-235-3780 Coordinator 201 Lake Avenue Fairmont, MN 56031 507-238-3242 License Center County Offices 204 Lake Avenue Fairmont, MN 56031 507-235-3335 University of Minnesota Extension Office 201 Lake Avenue Fairmont, MN 56031 507-235-3341 Court Administrator County Offices 201 Lake Avenue Fairmont, MN 56031 507-238-3205 Recorder County Offices 201 Lake Avenue Fairmont, MN 56031 507-238-3213 Veteran’s Services County Offices 115 First Street West Fairmont, MN 56031 507-238-3220 Martin County Departments: Assessors County Offices 201 Lake Avenue Fairmont, MN 56031 507-238-3210 Attorney Viesselman & Barke 123 Downtown Plaza Fairmont, MN 56031 507-238-1594 Auditor/Treasurer County Offices 201 Lake Avenue Fairmont, MN 56031 507-238-3211 27 Government Natural Resources Conservation Service 923 North State Street Fairmont, MN 56031 507-235-6670 Federal Offices: Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency 923 North State Street Fairmont, MN 56031 507-235-6661 Housing & Redevelopment Authority 500 Home Street Fairmont, MN 56031 (507) 235-9691 Postal Services: Ceylon 111 West Main Street Ceylon, MN 56121 507-632-4573 MN WorkForce Center – Fairmont 412 South State Street Fairmont, MN 56031 507-235-5518 Fairmont 490 South State Street Fairmont, MN 56031 507-235-6368 Trimont 11 Main Street East Trimont, MN 56176 507-639-6111 Welcome 113 Dugan Street North Welcome, MN 56181 507-728-8661 Social Security Administration Fairmont Office 456 South State Street Fairmont, MN 56031 507-235-6617 Sherburn 127 North Main Street Sherburn, MN 56176 507-764-7341 Welcome To Fairmont PETERS INSURANCE AGENCY Your Independent Insurance Agency 206 North State Street Fairmont, MN (507) 238-2882 or (800) 328-9322 Bruce Peters • Specializing in • Auto, Home, Boat, Motorcycle, RV, Business, Farm Insurance Anne Reutzel 28 Healthcare Specialty Care, informs patients that we offer not only quality orthopedic care but other specialties as well. Our organization is comprised of physicians, physician assistants, a family nurse practitioner, and physical therapists. Center For Specialty Care focuses on providing quality, accessible and specialized health care services. Services provided at Center For Specialty Care include: Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, Spine Care, Podiatry, Rheumatology, Physical Therapy, Bone Density, Digital Radiography, OpenSided MRI, and South Central Surgical Center – Same Day Surgery. Center For Specialty Care is committed to high quality of care, friendly service, and cost effective approaches for all patients. Contact us at 507-238-4949 to schedule an appointment. Our providers are also available for emergencies 24 hours a day, seven days a week, by calling 507-238-4949. Fairmont Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, P.A. was founded on July 1, 1990 by Corey T. Welchlin, D.O., the first Orthopedic Surgeon to live and practice in the Fairmont region. In 2000, the need for additional specialty services in the area became apparent. As a result, rheumatology, podiatry, and spine care were added to the specialty services; therefore, a name change was in order. The name, Center For Burtis TM CHIROPRACTIC CENTER Dr. Scott P. Burtis “Get healthy, stay healthy” Over 20 Years Of Experience And Caring For ... • Worker’s Injuries • Children’s Conditions • Auto Injuries • Fibromyalgia • Carpal Tunnel • Wellness Care • Senior Citizen Health ...And More 507-235-5551 112 N. State St., Fairmont, MN www.burtischiropractic.com Dulcimer Medical Center is a fresh new primary care clinic where a team of experienced professionals offers high quality care for all ages. At Dulcimer, patients experience a genuine commitment to their well being. The staff takes the time to really listen and provide care that is competent, compassionate, respectful, truthful and thorough. Services include but not limited to: Well and sick child care, OB care, adult medical care for chronic/acute illnesses, allergy testing/treatment, functional medicine, alternative therapies and chiropractic care. The growing practice necessitated moving to an expanded clinic at 1950 Center Creek Drive, Fairmont. The Dulcimer team believes that good health is not just the absence of disease. Providing harmony in health care means to bring into balance the whole self – mind, body, emotions and spirit. As an independent clinic, they have the freedom to do what is in the patients best interest, offering wider options in referral and allows the use of complimentary and alternative therapy when that would best serve the patient. Fairmont Medical Center – Mayo Health System, the health care leader of the region, has been serving the medical needs of residents in south central Minnesota and north central Iowa since 1928. Today the FMC medical campus includes a clinic, hospital, nursing home, and eye clinic in Fairmont, regional clinics in Sherburn and Truman, Minnesota and Armstrong, Iowa and psychology services in Fairmont and Blue Earth, Minnesota. Fairmont Medical Center – Mayo Health System also offers a variety of outpatient services including rehabilitation and home care/hospice. Fairmont Medical Center has more than 50 health care providers on staff, including specialists in acupuncture, anesthesiology, audiology, ear, nose, and throat, emergency med- 29 Healthcare suites, patient care unit (PCU), critical care unit (CCU), a sleep lab, and an emergency department staffed with a provider and skilled nursing 24 hours daily, 7 days a week. FMC also offers the 40-bed Lutz Wing Nursing Home, short bore open magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), the Balance Clinic. When needed, Fairmont Medical Center – Mayo Health System offers seamless referral to Mayo Clinic in Rochester. Should you need medical care while in Fairmont, please call 507-238-8500 or 800-234-6141 (toll free). icine, family medicine general surgery, internal medicine, neurology, obstetrics/gynecology, ophthalmology, optometry, orthopedics, pediatrics, physical medicine and rehabilitation, podiatry, psychiatry and psychology, radiology, sleep medicine, urology, and vascular surgery. FMC has a modern birthing area, The BirthPlace, state of the art operating The Smart Clinic is a patient-friendly clinic. Seeing you at your convenience is important to us. That is why the Smart Clinic is open 7 days a week. The Smart Clinic is a good choice for any health care concern you would take to a family practice physician or nurse practitioner. We can be your primary care provider or you can schedule appointments or drop in on those occasions when convenience is important to you. Stop in at Sterling Drug, 322 South State Street or call 507-238-4844 for an appointment. 30 Attractions Martin County Historical Society The Martin County Historical Society’s Pioneer Museum is open all year, Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m., as well as, Saturday and Sunday by appointment or for special tours. The Pioneer Museum features many artifacts from Martin County’s history including a Wooton Desk, a 1923 American La France fire truck, a pioneer home display from the turn of the 20th century, a school room from the past, a military room, and many other artifacts representative of local history on the three floors of what was once a school. Research can be conducted in a state of the art research library. Some of the research materials available include microfilmed county newspapers and bound newspapers dating back to the 1870’s, obituary records, cemetery records, family history, high school yearbooks, phone directories, and city directories. The Martin County Historical Society features preservation workshops and open houses throughout the year, as well as providing a location for groups to meet. If your group would like a meeting location, whether it is a noon luncheon or an evening meeting, please contact us to arrange a time. For more information contact Martin County Historical Society, 304 East Blue Earth Avenue, Fairmont or call 507-235-5178. Email us at mch@frontiernet.net or visit our website at www.co.martin.mn.us/mchs. Custom Framing, Art & Fine Gifts For Your Home. We’re Here To Make Your Shopping Experience Enjoyable! Seated: DeAnn Eversman, Judi Woodward, Becky Phillips, Carol Fuhrman & Patsy Kasper. Standing: Sheri Potts, Eileen Boesch & Lisa Dahl. 85 Downtown Plaza Fairmont, MN 507-238-9555 Fairmont Building Center • Windows • Siding • Doors • Roofing • Lumber • Hardware ➠ Glass & Key Cutting ➠ Pet Tag Engraving ➠ Color Match Computer and Custom Paint Mixing ➠ Free Estimates ➠ Delivery Available Locally Owned & Operated www.fairmont.doitbest.com Weekdays: 9 am - 5:30 pm; Thursday nights til 8 pm; Saturday 10 am - 4 pm 709 N. State St., Fairmont • 507-235-6611 Mon-Fri 7:30-5:30; Sat 9-5 31 Attractions Heritage Acres Discover the rich agricultural history of the Martin County area. Heritage Acres has a variety of farm buildings, farm equipment, one room school house, country church, and more. You will enjoy taking a stroll through yesterday on "Old Main Street". Heritage Acres is open to public and private events throughout the year. Midwest. The 300x150 foot indoor arena is one of the largest anywhere and is suitable for horse shows and rodeos, as well as, concerts, business seminars, auctions, and more. The sale complex is attached to the main arena and features a heated comfortable area with an oversized sale ring and large video screen. The 150 stall barn is attached to the sale ring and arena and is heated. There are wash bays, showers, electrical hook ups, and concessions to make your experience comfortable and enjoyable. Visit us online at www.i90expocenter.com or call 507-764-4025. You’re always welcome to stop by anytime. I-90 Expo Center The I-90 Expo Center is located just south of Interstate 90 on County Road 13 near Sherburn. The I-90 Expo Center is one of the finest equestrian/multi purpose facilities in the Fairmont Glows Friday, November 19th Glows Parade Over 60 lighted units kick off the holiday season. The parade begins at 6:00 p.m. at Ward Park. Come early and enjoy the pre-parade activities. See Santa’s arrival, 4:00 pm at the Fairmont Municipal Airport. A committee of Fairmont Area Chamber of Commerce ADAMS AVE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-4,5 ALBION AVE. . . . . . . . .C,D,E,F,G,H-3 ALTON ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-3 AMBER LAKE DR. . . . . . . . .I-1,2,3, J2 ANDERSON LN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-3 ANNA ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-2,3 ARMSTRONG DR. . . . . . . .IND. PARK ARTHUR ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .J-1 BALCOM ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-1 BARBO LN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .C-2 BAY VIEW ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .G-1 BEACH ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-2 BEACH PL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-3 BECKY LN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .I-3 BELLE VUE RD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-3 BIRCH ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-4 BIRD ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-2 BIXBY RD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1 BLINKMAN ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-3 BLUE EARTH AVE. . . . . . . . . .C-2,3,4 BLUE JAY BLVD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-3 BUDD ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-3,4,5 BUDD LAKE DR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-2 BURTON LN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .C-5 BUSHMILL CIR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-1 CADILLAC AVE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-3 CAMBRIDGE ST. . . . . . . . . . . . .C,D-3 CAMELOT CT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-5 CANYON DR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-1 CAPITAL HEIGHTS CT. . . . . . . . . . .F-1 CARDINAL CT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-4 CARDINAL ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-4 CEDAR ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-3 CEDAR CREEK CT. . . . . . . . . . . . .J-1 CEDAR PARK RD. . . . . . . . . . . . . .J-1 CEDARWOOD DR. . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-3 CENTER CREEK DRIVE . . . . . . . .A-4 CHARLES ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-4 CHESTNUT ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-4 CHRISTINA ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-2,3 CORY LN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .IND. PARK COTTAGE ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .H-1 DAY ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-3,4 DE LU ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .H-3 DEWEY ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A,B,C-4 DOROTHY ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .H-3 DOWNTOWN PLAZA . . . . . . . . .B,C-3 E. KING’S RD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-2 EDISON DR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1 ELM ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A,B,C-3 ELSINORE AVE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-5 ELTINGE PL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .I-2 EMBASSY RD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-2 FAIR LAKES AVE. . . . . . . . .A,B,C,D-1 FAIR VIEW AVE. . . . . . . . . . . .A,B,C-4 FAIRWAY DR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .J-2 FALCON DR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-4 FOREST ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .C-3 GERALDINE ST D-1 39 27 BIXBY ROAD ♦ E ♦ MARTIN ST. 1. 2. 3. 4. BUSHMILL CIRCLE 42 FAIRVIEW MEMORIAL CEMETERY ♦ 1. 2. BIRD 2 28 L I BE ST. . RUN YAN RT 90 32 WOOD LAND AVE. 13 HO M EW TINA 12TH 13TH ST. ST. ST. 8TH FOREST ST. TILDEN WEB 30 10 ST. 33 ST. C e n te 41 35 STER BEACH PLACE BLINK 37 ST. ST. MAPLE WATER 34 ST. EARTH WIL ST. AVE. ST. . ST S N 44 HI-LINE DR. ♦ SOUTH CREEK DRIVE CENTER CREEK DRIVE NORTH CREEK DRIVE DR. TORGERSON 15 RD. Exit #102 8TH ST. 12TH ST. 5 4TH ST. SCHOOL ST. BUDD ST. WILLOW ST. 17 15 12 18 ST. ST. ST. ST. ADAMS AVE. CAMELOT CT. HOOL BUDD 14 SPRUCE ST. SC 31 TILDEN WEBSTER ELSINORE AVE. HORATIO ST. JOHNSON ST. FLYING GOOSE CAMPGROUND 4 MILES EAST ON IMOGENE LAKE 26 CANADIAN PACIFIC 21 55 00 'H A RD SU RF A CE RU N W AY Fairmont Municipal Airport 19 15 14 26 90 16 “City of Lakes” INDUS ST. Chamber of Commerce and Convention and Visitors Bureau CENTER PE . ST AS TE TA ST AV E 4 10TH ST. WASHINGTON JOHNSON ST. 26 SIOUX 32 ADAMS AVE. 15 LOW E AT ST WATER ST. DAY ST. ST. ST. ST. ST. WARD ST. BLUE 1ST 2ND 3RD 4TH ST. ST. 5TH MAN BUDD ST. 1 40 39 C re ek ♦ WINNEBAGO 6TH VICTORIA WILLOW ST. 8 11 32 29 9 ST. ST. ST. r 3 41 11TH DR O OD CEDAR ST. BLVD. 7 7TH 9TH 10TH ST. 2 CHRIS RD . ANNA HA RR IS ♦ MARGARET ST. L A KE PA RK 6 BUDD LAKE DR. 3. PIONEER DRIVE BARBO LN. LEONE LN. LAKE PARK P. REIMAN CT. 5 43 LAKESIDE CEMETERY 16 4. HENGEN ST. JAMESON CIRCLE WEST 7TH ST. LAKE AVENUE WOODLAND AVE. D ♦ C ♦ B ♦ A MARTIN CO. FAIRGROUNDS T102N EDISON DR HIGHLAND PARK 39 VALLEYVIEW COURTS xit #99 BALCOM ST. MARTIN CT. DINE ST. GERAL FAIRLAKES AVE. FAIRLAKES AVE. DR. CANYON 1 WALNUT KINGS RD. LA. LARSON A R CI LU LA NORTH NORTH TON HAMP ST. ST. . LAKE GEORGE PL. CIRCLE DR Dam E. K I NGS SUMMIT DR. HOLLAND ST. SISSETON PRAIRIE AV E S I S S E TON D WILL NETT COLN LIN LINDEN N. GRANT IDA MAIN IO N A LB ELM ORIENT ST. Paved Trail Trail Shared with Streets DR. SHO REAC RES HIGHLAND AVE. DEWEY ST. WEY ST. DE TEETER ST. Bike/Walking Trail Guide: H AC BE STATE ST. PARK LINDEN AVE. ELM CAMBR. PARK ST. DOWNTOWN PLAZA OXFORD O DRIVE AK HAMP TON HOLDEN REDWOOD DR. ALBION ORIENT N. ORIENT ST. PLACE NT PINE ORY . ST BIRCH H HICK AC FAIRVIEW AVE. BE GRA LOEWENBERG DR . FAIRVIEW AVE. LA N E KE N RU E MARCUS ST. HOME R KD MEDICAL MARJO LANE M AR LP BURTON LN ME IA OR CHESTNUT ST. INCINERATOR RD. Welcome to 32 GERALDINE ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-1 GOEMANN RD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-4 GOLDFINCH ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-4 GOVERNMENT ST. . . . . . . . . . . . .G-3 GRANT ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A,B,C-4 HARRIS RD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-3 HALL ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .G-3 HAMPTON ST. . . . . . . . . . . .A,B,C,D-3 HENGEN ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .C-1-2 HERITAGE CT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-2 HICKORY ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-4 HIGHLAND AVE. . . . . . . . . . . . .C,D-4 HIGHLAND PARK DR. . . . . . . . . . .B-1 HI-LINE DR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-4 HODGMAN AVE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .G-3 HOLDEN PL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D,E-3 HOLLAND ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-2 HOME ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-5 HOMESTEAD AVE. . . . . . . . . . . . .H-3 HOMEWOOD DR. . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-3 HORATIO ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-5 HORNPIPE CT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-3 IDA ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-3 INDEPENDENCE DR. . . . . . . . . . .E-2 INDUS ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-5 INTERLAKEN RD. . . . . . . . . . .H-1,2,3 JAMESON CIR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-1 JERI ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-3 JOHNSON ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-3,4 KEN RUE LN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-5 KEN’S CT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-1 KINGS RD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-2 KRAHMER DR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .H-2,3 KNOLLWOOD DR. . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-1 LAIR RD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-2,3 LAKE AIRES RD. . . . . . . . . . . . . .J-1,4 LAKE AVE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B,C-2,3 LAKE ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-3 LAKE GEORGE PL. . . . . . . . . . . . .B-2 LAKE PARK BLVD. . . . . . . . . . . .C,D-2 LAKE PARK PL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .C-2 LAKEVIEW ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-3 LARSON LN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-2 LEONE LN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-1 LIBERTY LN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-2 LINCOLN ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-2 LINDEN AVE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-3 LINDEN DR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .C,D-2 LOWENBERG DR. . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-4 LUCIA AVE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-2 LYNN ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .I-3 MAIN ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A,B,C-3 MAPLE ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-3 MAR-JO LN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-5 MARCUS ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-4 MARGARET ST. . . . . . . . . . . . .A-2,3,4 MARTIN CT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-1 MARTIN ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-1 MEADOW LARK LN. . . . . . . . . . . . .F-4 MEDICAL CENTER DR. . . . . . . . . .E-4 NORTH AVE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A,B-3 NORTH CREEK DRIVE . . . . . . . . .A-4 OAK ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-3 OAK BEACH DR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-3 OAK RIDGE RD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .G-3 OAKWOOD AVE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-3 ORIENT ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . .A,B,C,D-4 OXFORD ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .C,D-3 PARK ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A,B,C,D-3 PARKWOOD PL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .I-2 PATRIOT DR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-2 PHEASANT AVE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-4 PINE ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-4 PIONEER DR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-2 POETTER CR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .H-3 PRAIRIE AVE. . . . . . .A,B,C,D,E, F, G-3 REDWOOD DR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-3 REIMAN CT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .C-1 ROBERT ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-3 ROLAND AVE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .I-3 20 J ♦ I ♦ H ♦ G LAKE AIRES RD. 25 HE ARTHUR PORT ER ST. W S T. ST. D R. SOUTHWOOD DR. IE YV BA A RIT PATRIOT DR. RT Y LA . RD 4. . IN D D CT. E R 22 5. RONA KR IN 24 AK LAIR RD. OAK ST. KE EN . 6. HORN ST. R D. 41 RU BELL VUE RD. OAK RIDGE RD. HODGMAN ALTON 5. LAKEVIEW ST. R RD RL ME TE AH LAIR 20 CT. LA K 37 GOVERNMENT ST. DELU ST. 10. 36 THY ST. BL U LAKE AIRES RD. EJ 3 ME AD OWLAR 18 15 20 15 PHEASANT AVE. GOLDFINCH ST. WINNEBAGO AVE. . . . . . . . . . . .A-3,4 WOODLAND AVE. . . . . . . . . . . .D-2,3 T.H. 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-4,J-3 CSAH 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-1,2,C-3,4,5 FIRST ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .C-3,4 SECOND ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .C-2,3,4 THIRD ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-2,3,4 FOURTH ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-2,3,4 FIFTH ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-2,3 SIXTH ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-3,4 SEVENTH ST. . . . . . . . . . . . .B-1,2,3,4 EIGHTH ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-2,3 NINTH ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-2,3,4 TENTH ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-2,3,4,5 ELEVENTH ST. . . . . . . . . . . . .A-2,3,4 TWELFTH ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-2,4 THIRTEENTH ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-3 7. SCOTT'S CT. 8. ROLAND AVE. 9. LYNN ST. 10. POETTER CIRCLE STELLA CT. E. INTERLAKEN RD. 9. BECKY LN. 8. DORO 7. JERI ST. BELLE VUE RD. 38 SOUTHWIND DR. CARDINAL ST. HALL ST. HOMESTEAD AVE. PIPE CT. CEDARWOOD DR. 5. CADILLAC AVE. 6. CEDARWOOD DRIVE ROBERT ST. 41 CALVARY CEMETERY ST . STELLA CT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .H-3 SUMMIT DR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D,E-1 SYLVAN DR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .H-1 SYLVIA ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-3 TEETER ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-4 TILDEN ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .C-3,4,5 TIMBER LAKE DR. . . . . . .IND. PARK TORGERSON DR. . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-4 UNION ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-2 VALLEYVIEW CT. . . . . . . . . . . . .C,D-1 VICTORIA ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-3,4 WALNUT ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-2 WARD ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-3,4 WATER ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D,E-3,4 WEBSTER ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . .C-3,4,5 W. AMBER LAKE DR. . . . . . . . . . . .J-1 WASHINGTON AVE. . . . . . . . . . . . .D-4 WILL-NETT PL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-2 WILLOW ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .C-3,4 23 KEN'S LAIR BLVD. EMB A S S Y CT . . AV E L I BE OLLWOO D KN R ED NC DE EN EP GE . RONA CT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-2 RUNYAN PL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-2 RUSSELL ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .H-3 SCHOOL ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-4,5 SCOTTS CT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .H-3 SHOREACRES DR. . . . . . . . . . .D,E-2 SIOUX AVE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-4 SISSETON DR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-2 SISSETON LN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-2 SOUTH CREEK DRIVE . . . . . . . . .A-4 SOUTHGATE DR. . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-3 SOUTHPORT DR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-3 SOUTHVIEW CT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-4 SOUTHWIND DR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F-3 SOUTHWOOD DR. . . . . . . . . . . . .H-1 SPRUCE ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-4,5 STADE LN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .G-3 STATE ST. . . . . . . . . . . .A,B,C,D-4,E-3 STELLA ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .H-3 39 39 ♦ F . RD 4. UNION ST. 5. CAPITAL HEIGHTS CT. CREEK CT. CEDAR K CEDAR P A R D DR. KNO LLW OO CHARLES OA OAKWOOD RDINAL CA ♦ LAKE RD. W. AMBER DR. EN D KE G PL RL A SYLV AK O E BE RL O G AM C A OT T KW N WAY DR R PA TI EL FA IR IN TE ALBION AVE. PRAIRIE AVE. ST. AL BI O N S T. E LL LA. SS STA DE SYLVIA UTHVIEW SO AY STELLA ST. DR L FA CON K STATE ST. E Fairmont Area Chamber of Commerce City Map Published By Parks and Buildings Guide 1. Softball Diamonds 2. Lincoln Park 3. Goldfinch Estates (Assisted Living) 4. Industrial Park (164 Acres) 5. National Guard Armory 6. Sylvania Park 7. Martin County Courthouse and Security Building Minnesota Extension Service 8. Red Rock Center for the Arts 9. Martin County Library 10. City Hall/Downtown Plaza 11. Historical Museum 12. Five Lakes Shopping Centre and Minnesota WorkForce Center 13. Ward Park 14. Friendship Village (Elderly Housing) 15. Five Lakes Elementary 16. Lakeview Methodist Health Care Center and Woodland Manor (Assisted Living) 17. Fairmont Medical Center - Mayo Health System 18. Fairmont Junior and Senior High School 19. Rose Lake Golf Club 20. Gomsrud Park 21. Municipal Airport 22. Chain of Lakes Yacht Club 23. Amber Lake Park 24. Interlaken Golf Club 25. Cedar Park (260 Acres) 26. Cardinal Park (Skating, Softball) 27. Martin County Fairgrounds - Multi-Purpose Building, Indoor Ice Rink, Race Track 28. Heritage Acres 29. Fairmont Area Chamber of Commerce and Convention and Visitors Bureau 30. Fairmont Opera House 31. Center For Specialty Care 32. Southern Minnesota Educational Campus/ Superintendent of Schools Administrative Office 33. Lincoln School 34. Budd School 35. Veterans Park 36. REM and Ingleside 37. Aquatic Park 38. Soccer Fields 39. Skate Park 40. Humane Society 41. Calvary Cemetary 42. Fariview Memorial Cemetary 43. Lakeside Cemetary 44. Dulcimer Medical Center, P.A. 33 AN 34 Martin County Events Calendar February Feb. 13 Feb. 13 Feb. 16 Feb. 19-21 Feb. 23 Feb. 26-28 May 6:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m. Presentation College – Mardis Gras, Holiday Inn Altered Reality, Fairmont Opera House Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Open Skate, Martin County Arena Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Open Skate, Martin County Arena March March 1 March 2 12:00 p.m. March 5-7 7:30 p.m. March 9 12:00 p.m. March 12 7:30 p.m. March 12-14 7:30 p.m. March 12-14 March 16 12:00 p.m. March 10 7:00 p.m. March 23 12:00 p.m. March 27-28 March 30 12:00 p.m. Martin County Corn and Soybean Day Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Open Skate, Martin County Arena Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Gadji-Gadjo, Fairmont Opera House Open Skate, Martin County Arena KFMC/KSUM Spring Expo, Five Lakes Centre Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Fairmont Concert Association – Girl Singers of the Hit Parade, Fairmont High School Auditorium Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Toy Show, Five Lakes Centre Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center April April 2 April 3 April 6 April 9 April 9 April 13 April 15 7:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. April 16 April 17 April 20 April 23 April 27 April 29 7:00 p.m. 8:30 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. April 30 7:00 p.m. Fairmont Racing, Fairmont Raceway Catalog Horse Sale, I-90 Expo Center – Sherburn Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Fairmont Racing, Fairmont Raceway April Verch, Fairmont Opera House Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Fairmont Concert Association Riders In The Sky: Legendary Cowboy Singers, Fairmont High School Auditorium Fairmont Racing, Fairmont Raceway Ceylon Community Day Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Fairmont Racing, Fairmont Raceway Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Fairmont Concert Association – Harry James Orchestra, Fairmont High School Auditorium Fairmont Racing, Fairmont Raceway May 4 May7 May 11 May 14 May 18 May 21 May 25 May 28 May 31 May 31 12:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Fairmont Racing, Fairmont Raceway Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Fairmont Racing, Fairmont Raceway Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Fairmont Racing, Fairmont Raceway Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Fairmont Racing, Fairmont Raceway Memorial Day Parade Memorial Day Picnic, Red Rock Center for the Arts 12:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. 7:00 p.m. Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Friday’s In The Park, Citizen’s Park – Downtown Plaza Fairmont Racing, Fairmont Raceway Catalog Horse Sale, I-90 Expo Center - Sherburn Fairmont Aquatic Park Opens Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center IHD Summer Fun Festival Friday’s In The Park, Citizen’s Park – Downtown Plaza Fairmont Racing, Fairmont Raceway Borderline Cruisers Classic Car Show, Downtown Plaza Petting Zoo, Heritage Acres Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Friday’s In The Park, Citizen’s Park – Downtown Plaza Fairmont Racing, Fairmont Raceway Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Friday’s In The Park, Citizen’s Park – Downtown Plaza Fairmont Racing, Fairmont Raceway Sherburn Holiday Festival M.O.S.S. Appeal Annual Garden Tour & Luncheon, Knights of Columbus Hall Lions Club Fly-In Breakfast, Five Lakes Aviation Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center June June 1 June 4 June 4 June 5 June 7 June 8 June 11-13 June 11 June 11 June 12 June 12 June 15 June 18 June 18 June 22 June 25 June 25 June 18–20 June 27 June 27 June 29 12:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. 7:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. 7:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. 7:00 p.m. 11:00 a.m. 7:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Martin County Events Calendar July July 2 July 4 July 4 July 6 July 9 July 9 July 10 July 13 July 16-18 July 16 July 16 July 20 July 20 July 20 July 23–25 July 27 July 30 July 30 7:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. 7:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. 7:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. 7:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. 7:00 p.m. Fairmont Racing, Fairmont Raceway Spectacular Fireworks, Lake Sisseton Annual Bluegrass Music Festival, Heritage Acres Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Friday’s In The Park, Citizen’s Park – Downtown Plaza Fairmont Racing, Fairmont Raceway Trimont Chocolate Festival Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Welcome Summer Festival Friday’s In The Park, Citizen’s Park – Downtown Plaza Fairmont Racing, Fairmont Raceway Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Friday’s In The Park, Citizen’s Park – Downtown Plaza Fairmont Racing, Fairmont Raceway Truman Days Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Friday’s In The Park, Citizen’s Park – Downtown Plaza Fairmont Racing, Fairmont Raceway August Aug. 3 Aug. 6 Aug. 6 Aug. 7 Aug. 8 Aug. 10 Aug. 13 Aug. 13 Aug. 14 Aug. 16-22 Aug. 17 Aug. 17 Aug. 18 Aug. 18 Aug. 19 Aug. 20 Aug. 20 Aug. 20 Aug. 21 Aug. 21 Aug. 24 12:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. 12:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. 12:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Fairmont Racing, Fairmont Raceway Friday’s In The Park, Citizen’s Park – Downtown Plaza Catalog Horse Sale, I-90 Expo Center – Sherburn Threshing Bee, Heritage Acres Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Fairmont Racing, Fairmont Raceway Friday’s In The Park, Citizen’s Park – Downtown Plaza Power Boat Celebration, Gomsrud Park Martin County Fair Johnny Holm Band, Martin County Fairgrounds Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Blue Ribbon Pork Cook-Off Martin County Fairgrounds InPulse, Martin County Fairgrounds The Association, Martin County Fairgrounds The Wee Willy Band, Martin County Fairgrounds Tina & Lena, Martin County Fairgrounds Fairmont Racing, Fairmont Raceway Randy Houser, Martin County Fairgrounds Bo’s Show and Shine Classic Car Show, Five Lakes Centre Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Aug. 27 Aug. 27 Aug. 31 7:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. Fairmont Aquatic Park Closes Fairmont Racing, Fairmont Raceway Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center September Sept. 3 7:00 p.m. Sept. 7 12:00 p.m. Sept. 14 12:00 p.m. Sept. 17-18 7:00 p.m. Sept. 21 Sept. 24 Sept. 28 12:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. Season Championship - Fairmont Racing, Fairmont Raceway Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Shryock Memorial - Fairmont Racing, Fairmont Raceway Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Fall Special - Fairmont Racing, Fairmont Raceway Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center October Oct. 5 Oct. 12 Oct. 17 Oct. 19 Oct. 26 Oct. 31 Oct. 31 12:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Fall Festival, Heritage Acres Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Halloween Carnival and Candy Walk, Five Lakes Centre Halloween Party, Downtown Plaza November Nov. 2 Nov. 9 Nov. 16 Nov. 19 Nov. 20 Nov. 23 Nov. 30 12:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Glows Parade, Ward Park to Lincoln Park Fairmont Festivals and Events Auction Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center December Dec. 3 Dec. 7 Dec. 11-12 Dec. 14 Dec. 21 Dec. 28 12:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. Holiday Delights, Downtown Plaza Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Toy Show, Five Lakes Centre Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center Lunch with the Arts, Red Rock Center 36 2008 Visitor’s Guide • Page 2 Worship ASSEMBLY OF GOD Regional Worship Center 2 Crossroads Drive, Sherburn 507-764-7491 sagrwc@frontiernet.net www.regionalworshipcenter.com 9:30 a.m. - Sunday School 10:30 a.m. - Worship Service 6:00 p.m. - Sunday Evening Praise 6:30 p.m. - Wednesday SonLight (K-6) 6:30 p.m. - Wednesday Youth at Impact Building BAPTIST Calvary Baptist Church 218 East Creamery Street, Granada 507-447-2564 or 507-525-1138 9:45 a.m. – Sunday School 10:45 a.m. – Worship 6:00 p.m. – Evening Service 7:00 p.m. – Wednesday Prayer Meeting and Children’s Ministries Fairmont Baptist Church Independent- Bible-Believing 1345 Albion Avenue, Fairmont 507-238-2790 www.fairmontbaptistchurch.org 9:15 a.m. - Sunday School 10:30 a.m. - Worship Service 6:30 p.m. - Worship Service 6:30 p.m. - Wednesday Prayer and Bible Study CATHOLIC Holy Family Catholic Church 2481 50th Street, East Chain 507-773-4491 4:00 p.m. – Saturday Evening Service St. John Vianney Catholic Church 901 South Prairie Avenue, Fairmont 507-235-5535 5:30 p.m. – Saturday Evening Mass 8:00 a.m. – Sunday Mass 10:00 a.m. – Sunday Mass 2:00 p.m. – Spanish Mass (Espanol Domingo) 7:00 p.m. – Saturday Mass (Holy Family Catholic Church, East Chain) CHRISTIAN CHURCH Christian Church of Fairmont 625 Johnson Street, Fairmont 507-238-1939 www.fmtmncc.googlepages.com 9:30 a.m. - Sunday School 10:30 a.m. - Worship Service 10:30 a.m. - Children’s Church 5:00 p.m. - Youth Group 7:00 p.m. - Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. - Thursday Divorce Care CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 425 Johnson Street, Fairmont 507-238-1651 or 507-399-1773 10:00 a.m.- Sacrament Meeting 11:20 a.m.- Sunday School (Primary) 12:10 p.m.- Preisthood, Relief Society, and Young Women EPISCOPAL St. Martin’s Episcopal Church 102 North Park Street 507-238-2686 10:00 a.m. – Worship Service 11:00 a.m. – Christian Ed (September – May) 12:00 p.m. – LaSanta Communion 7:00 p.m. – Wednesday Bible Study (September – May) 6:15 p.m. – Wednesday Worship Service (September – May) Evangelical Covenant Trimont Evangelical Covenant 61 East Main Street, Trimont 507-639-3181 9:30 a.m. – Sunday School (Sept.-May) 10:30 a.m. – Worship (Sept.-May) 10:00 a.m. – Worship (June-Aug.) EVANGELICAL FREE Bethel Evangelical Free Church 1125 South State Street, Fairmont 507-235-5513 www.bethelefc.org 8:00 a.m.- Worship Service (September – May) 9:30 a.m.- Sunday School (September – May) 10:45 a.m.- Worship Service (September – May) 8:30 a.m.- Worship Service (June – August) 10:00 a.m.- Sunday School (June – August) 7:00 p.m.- Wednesday Evening Prayer (Year Around) 37 Worship LUTHERAN Grace Lutheran Church (ELCA) 300 South Grant Street, Fairmont 507-238-4418 www.gracelutheranchurch.org 8:30 a.m. – Traditional Service (September – May) 9:40 a.m. – Education Time (September – May) 10:45 a.m. – Contemporary Service (September – May) 9:30 a.m. – Worship Service (June – August) 6:00 p.m. – Saturday Evening Worship Immanuel Lutheran Church (LCMS) 1200 North North Avenue, Fairmont 507-238-1387 immlcms@frontiernet.net www.immanuelcms.com 8:00 a.m. - Worship Service 9:15 a.m. - Family Education Hour (September – May) 10:30 a.m. - Worship Service St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church (LCMS) 110 East Fourth Street North, Truman 507-776-2801 stpaul98@frontiernet.net www.stpaulstruman.com 9:00 a.m. – Divine Worship Service 10:15 a.m. – Sunday School and Bible Class 7:00 p.m. – Wednesday Advent/Lenten Services Shepherd Of The Lakes Lutheran Church (WELS) 323 East 1st Street, Fairmont 507-238-9663 www.shepherdofthelakes.net 9:45 a.m. – Bible Class and Sunday School 11:00 a.m. – Worship Service METHODIST United Methodist Church 119 East 2nd Street, Fairmont 507-235-6336 www.umcfmt.org umcfmt@frontiernet.net 8:00 a.m. - Worship 9:15 a.m. - Church School for all ages 10:30 a.m. - Worship 5:00 p.m. – Wednesday Nite Suppers Children’s Activities and Youth Group Choirs St. John’s United Church of Chirst 301 North Main Street, Fairmont 507-235-3500 Pastor Richard Abel 1sjucc@myclearwave.net 8:30 a.m.- Sunday School 9:30 a.m.- Worship Service 1:00 p.m.- Wednesday Quilting Club 6:00 p.m.- Wednesday Weight Watchers 7:30 p.m.- Thursday Al-Anon Home of Kinship 238-4440 UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST First Congregational United Church of Christ 319 Downtown Plaza, Fairmont 507-235-5382 ucc319@frontiernet.net 9:30.m. – Church School (September – May) 10:30 a.m. – Worship Service (September – May) 9:30 a.m. – Worship Service (June – August) 9:00 a.m. – Adult Studies (Sept.-May) 5:30 p.m. – Chat and Challenge (Wednesday) GOOD NEWS BOOKSTORE “We’re More Than a Bookstore” Support, Training & Employment For People with Developmental Disabilities Your Local Faith Store Since 1946 Books Bibles Cards Jewelry Yankee Candles Gifts Watkins Products Tate’s Natural Miracle Conditioner We special order books too! 114 E. 3rd St. Fairmont 507-238-2656 Hours: Mon-Sat 9-5; Thurs 9-8 Support, Training & Employment For more information, contact: (507) 238-4341 38 Martin County Events Fairmont Raceway Fairmont Raceway is located at the Martin County Fairgrounds. It is the fastest half-mile dirt track in the Midwest. Racing is every Friday-night from April – September. Five classes of cars race weekly: IMCA Modifieds, IMCA Stock Cars, 360 Modifieds, Hobby Stocks, and Hornets. Hot laps start at 7:00 p.m. with racing to follow. For more information contact the track at 507-235-6996 or the office at 515-295-5555 or on the web at www.fairmontraceway.com. Borderline Cruisers Classic Car Show The Borderline Cruisers was formed in the fall of 1991 to share knowledge, skills, and love of cars. Meetings are on the third Tuesday of the month and are open to all car enthusiasts. The Borderline Cruisers Car Club holds a Classic Car Show on Saturday, June 12th at Fairmont’s Downtown Plaza. You will see vehicles of every kind from the 1920s right through the classics of today. Trophies awarded to the Top 25, plus we have added Peoples Choice award. We also will have other events during the summer, which we will keep posted on our website listed below. You also do not have to be a club member to cruise with us. Anytime you can go cruising is always a good time. Join the Borderline Cruisers in the celebration and appreciation of these beautiful machines. Write to: Borderline Cruisers, PO Box 713, Fairmont, MN 56031 or visit our website at www.borderlinecruiserscarclub.com for more information. Friday’s In the Park Downtown Fairmont is the place to be anytime, but especially on Fridays during the summer months. Come and join the fun at Friday’s in the Park at Citizen’s Park in downtown Fairmont. Local talent provides entertainment each week beginning the first Friday in June and running through mid August. Local bands, magicians, actors, tae kwon do, dance demonstrations, and animal shows are just some of the entertainment featured each week from 12:15 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. One of the many fine Fairmont restaurants provides a reasonably priced lunch such as pizza, tacos, or subs. Lunch is served to you by various members of the Fairmont business community. Bank Midwest serves up hot, freshly popped popcorn from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. every week. Not only is it fresh – it’s FREE! Join us for Fridays in the Park. Relax and enjoy the friendly, small town atmosphere. Come for the fun, stay for the shopping. Summer Fun Festival The 2010 Summer Fun Festival will be bigger and better this year. This year’s festival will be a three day event running June 11th - June 13th. There will be a variety of children’s and adult games, a tractor pedal pull, boat rides and bingo. There will also be a variety of food booths and entertainment throughout the festival. One of Minnesota’s finest parades will begin at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday evening, marching through downtown Fairmont. There will be an outdoor church service on Sunday morning along with other activities. For more information contact IHD, PO Box 322, Fairmont MN or call Bev Korolewski at 507-238-9662. 39 Martin County Events past there have been bands from throughout the USA and Canada and each year brings different bands. There are many other activities taking place. Stop at Heritage Acres and see the Old Main Street and many antique displays. 4th of July Fireworks Plan to attend one of greater Minnesota’s largest fireworks displays. Fairmont’s spectacular fireworks are held over Sisseton Lake. Originating at Heritage Acres, the displays begin at dark and can be watched from Ward and Sylvania Parks. More people attend the spectacular fireworks displays on the 4th of July than any other single event throughout the year. Prior to the fireworks take in the Annual Blue Grass Festival at Heritage Acres from 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. In the Welcome Summer Festival The Welcome Summer Festival is a three day festival with much to do for everyone. In 2010 the festival will run from July 16th – July 18th. The festival starts every year with the Welcome Firemen’s Relief Association Chicken Feed followed by a street dance on Main Street on Friday night. Saturday will be full of entertainment from city wide garage sales to bake sales, pie and ice cream socials and reminiscing at the Welcome Historical Society. Also during the day on Saturday you can enjoy a slow pitch softball tournament, flea market and the parade. In the evening on Saturday the Welcome Legion will be serving pork chops at the Welcome Legion and there will be a street dance to follow. Sunday is the last day of the festival and features a community worship and the end of the slow pitch softball tournament. Be sure to look for the Summer Festival Medallion clues which are posted thru the weekend. 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Come see some of the fastest outboard boats in side by side drag competition, reaching speeds of 120 mph in the standing start 1/4 mile! On Saturday, August 14th the Fairmont Convention & Visitors Bureau, Fairmont Festivals and Events Committee and the Upper Midwest Power Boat Association along with community sponsors partner to bring a great show to Fairmont. Gather at the shores of Budd Lake in Gomsrud Park for great food and a day of fun! Make sure to bring the family and enjoy the children’s activities, stroll through the Marketplace by the SCRAPBOOK SUPPLIES DIGITAL PHOTOS Inspiration...imagination... creative tips and tricks... for all your scrapbooking memories. Upload and order images from your home. SCRAPBOOK SUPPLIES Bo’s Show N’ Shine The annual Bo’s Show N’ Shine hosted by Bob and Bo Bonin and co-sponsored by the Laksters Car Club will be August 21st at the Five Lakes Centre, 308 South State Street, Fairmont. 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First Street • Fairmont Designers and Builders of Computerized Controls for Industrial Applications. 808 Timberlake Road, Fairmont, MN 507-238-4479 507-235-6648 • Fax: 507-235-6144 1015 Hwy. 15 S., Fairmont, MN wkahler@kaco.net www.kahlerautomation.com www.wellsfederal.com 41 Martin County Events be serving soup and hot sandwiches from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. The Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1200 North North Avenue, will be serving Chili and Oyster Stew from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. The Parade of Lights begins at 6:00 p.m. Come and see the wonderful floats, thousands of lights, appearance of Santa and more. This is an event for all ages! Fairmont Glows Santa, direct from the North Pole, will be arriving at the Fairmont Airport on the North Pole Express at 4:05 p.m., Friday, November 19th. Everyone is invited to meet and greet this special arrival. Photo opportunities will be available so remember to bring your camera. Join us on Friday, November 19th for the Glows Parade and pre-parade activities. A food vendor will be serving in Citizens Park on Downtown Plaza from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. The First Congregational Church, 319 Downtown Plaza, will SOMETHING Bank Solid...Bank Safe... Bank U.S. Bank For Everyone In The Family! Apparel & Accessories • Dunhams Sports • JCPenney • Maurices • Schweser’s • Thompson Haugen Jewelers Specialty & Services • Anytime Fitness • The Extra Touch • GNC • JCPenney Salon • Marketlink, Inc. • Minnesota Workforce Center • Midwest Vision Centers • Nails Boutique • Radio Shack • Sears • Social Security Office • Sterling Drug • Unicel • U.S. Postal Service SHOPPING CE NTRE 308 South State Street • Fairmont, MN • 507.235.6242 At U.S. Bank, we’re committed to helping you achieve your financial goals. You will find the accounts and services you need to make managing your money easier than ever. 103 North Park Street, Fairmont, MN Phone (507) 238-8300 www.usbank.com 42 Arts & Entertainment Movie Theaters: Fair Lakes Cinema 5 1201 North State Street, Fairmont • 507-235-5336 fairlakes5@yahoo.com • http://lakesandriverscinemas.com For up-to-date shows and show times please visit our website. Sherburn Theatre 116 North Main Street, Sherburn • 507-764-4045 http://www.sherburntheater.vpweb.com Stop by and enjoy a $3 movie on the weekend. The Arts: Our Story Studios 109 West First Street, Fairmont • 507-236-5607 jdrouse@ourstorymn.net • www.ourstorymn.com Our Story Studios is located at 109 West 1st Street, Fairmont, MN and occupies a historic building that was erected by the local chapter of the Odd Fellows in 1890. Our Story Studios not only houses the executive offices of Our Story Productions, but also serves as the film studio from which Our Story TV is produced. Our Story Studios has two fully equipped concert stages and presents musical entertainment each month as part of its "This Song’s For You" concert series. Several special-interest clubs are located in Our Story Studios including The Fairmont Film Society, The Belly-Dancing Club, The Spiritual Book Study Club and The Chick-Flick Club. Our Story Studios provides intriguing rental opportunities for your special events! Among its amenities are three state-ofthe-art screening rooms spectacularly decorated with a classic Hollywood theme; an interior concert stage with full sound, lighting and filming capabilities; an outdoor concert area with lounge and gorgeous private garden; and, a full-service catering kitchen. Fairmont Opera House 45 Downtown Plaza, Fairmont • 507-238-4900 director@fairmontoperahouse.com www.fairmontoperahouse.com/ The Fairmont Opera House provides a space where your imagination is your limitation. The atmosphere, ghosts, and memories of great actors, great entertainers, and great shows are all here at the Fairmont Opera House. The Fairmont Opera House has come full circle and is once again producing memories for the people attending shows. Red Rock Center for the Arts 222 East Blue Earth Avenue, Fairmont • 507-235-9262 redrockcenter@frontiernet.net www.martincountypreservation.org The Red Rock Center for the Arts (RRC) is a multi-purpose community arts center. The RRC features art exhibits, art workshops, area artists, area musicians, networking with area organizations, weddings, receptions, and the Annual Memorial Day picnic for Veterans and their families. Visit our website or call for more information. Night Life Entertainment: Ceylon Buke’s Place 507-632-4696 Dunnell The U-Turn 507-695-2526 Fairmont American Legion Post #36 507-235-9862 Lake Sisseton Saloon 507-238-1775 Imogene Our Place Main Street Bar & Grill 507-639-6777 Ranch Restaurant 507-235-3044 Northrop Sheri’s 507-436-5656 Truman Aardvark’s Bar & Grill 507-776-3147 Ormsby Bailey’s Restaurant & Bar 507-736-8203 Truman Legion Club 507-776-4545 Shenanigan’s 507-238-2911 Sirloin House 507-235-3856 Knights Lounge 507-736-9000 Bowlmor Lanes 507-235-5719 Tami’s on The Ave 507-235-8979 Channel Inn 507-238-9700 VFW 507-235-9308 Sherburn Sherburn Liquor Store 507-764-9561 Green Mill 507-238-4700 Granada Granada Bar & Grill 507-447-2444 Trimont El Rodeo 507-639-3663 Welcome Korte’s Bar & Grill 507-728-8482 Welcome American Legion 507-728-8588 43 Aquatic Park You’ll have the hottest and coolest times this summer at the Fairmont Aquatic Park! 1400 South Prairie Avenue Fairmont, MN 56031 507-238-9292 www.fairmont.org/aquaticpark The Aquatic Park is open daily during June, July, and August. The Fairmont Aquatic Park… the perfect place to spend a summer day The facility has over 11,000 square feet of water surface and includes features for entertaining the whole family! The kids will love the zero-depth entry splash pool which is loaded with brightly colored interactive water features. Catch a friendly game of water basketball or get in some lap swimming in our six lane recreation pool. You’ll be thrilled with our plunge pool which features two super slides….the largest stretching over 235 feet! Dive in off one of the two one-meter springboards or slide right in to the diving pit from one of the two cool drop slides. 44 Outdoor Recreation Blizzard Snowmobile Club The Blizzard Snowmobile Club has been in existence since 1968. Over the years we have had races, safety classes, helped the local law enforcement in times of need, and supported the local Kinship program. We groom 100 miles of Grant-in-Aid trails in Martin County. The trails connect with Faribault County to the east, which connects with trails going to the north and west. They also connect with the Iowa trail system to the south. During the winter months check out our website for grooming reports for our trail system. Our annual racing weekend will be held in January. Contact Roman Johnson at 507-235-2685 for more information. You can access the club’s website at www.myblizzardclub.com. Monthly meetings are held the first Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Blizzard Snowmobile Club Groomer Building, 1224 East 10th Street. If it were not for clubs like the Blizzard Snowmobile Club the state of Minnesota would not have 20,000 miles of groomed trails. Protect your trails, join Minnesota United Snowmobilers Association and a local club, and be a part of it! Cedar Creek Disc Golf Cedar Creek Park, located in the southwest corner of Fairmont, is home to two fantastic, 18-hole disc golf courses; Cedar Creek EAST and Cedar Creek WEST. Disc golf is one of the fastest growing sports in the world with over 6,000 courses worldwide. It is played with similar rules to ball golf but you play by throwing plastic golf discs, similar to Frisbees, and counting the number of throws from the tee to the basket. The first course in Fairmont was installed in 1996 and its use has grown every year. With the addition of the WEST course in 2006, Cedar Creek Park became the only place in Minnesota with multiple courses together in the same complex. Check out our website at www.cedarcreekdiscgolf.com and see a lot more details about these courses. You can check out past and upcoming events, download scorecards with maps of each course and see photographs of the beautiful course layout. Contact one of the course pros if you have any questions: Jon Riggs at 507-238-9331, Trevor Boehne at 507-399-9536 or Dustin Reutzel at 507-399-3035. Call to learn about our summer league. Discs are available at the Fairmont Area Chamber of Commerce, 323 East Blue Earth Avenue, Fairmont. Cedar Creek WEST Disc Golf Course 45 Outdoor Recreation City of Fairmont Trail System The City of Fairmont offers miles of scenic trails that take you around our beautiful chain of lakes. This multi-purpose trail system may be accessed at various points throughout the city. City of Fairmont Trail System maps are available at the Fairmont Area Chamber of Commerce, 323 East Blue Earth Avenue, Fairmont or by calling 507-235-5547. We hope you enjoy our city. ATV Trail System Elm Creek Trail System is a scenic 7+ mile trail system with enough excitement for the most adventurous in any group. The trail is situated west of Trimont, MN in Martin County, off of Martin County Highway 44. The trail was developed, and is maintained by the All Season Wheelers. Funding provided through a Minnesota DNR grant-in-aid fund. Bring friends and/or the whole family. This trail system is situated entirely on private land. The narrow, meandering trail weaves through the woodlands along Elm Creek and City of Fairmont Trail System Elm Creek ATV Trail System 46 Outdoor Recreation crosses the creek several times. There is a 16+ acre open field scramble area to play in, and release your need for speed. There are also a couple of nice hills to climb and jump. Leisurely types can look at/for wild life. Mud is popular, so bring clean clothes just in case. If the water is at an appropriate enough level, we have armored crossings to get wet in. These crossings pass through the creek in a few spots in an environmentally friendly way. Otherwise, feel free to use any of the bridges. Come on out, and have a great time. The All Season Wheelers (ASW) ATV Club was started in 1998 for the purpose of creating a trail to be open to the public, and coordinate club ATV rides to far away places. ASW has active members from several surrounding counties, with some members being from out of state. For active members, our meetings are held the third Thursday, of every month, at 7:30 p.m., at the Welcome Legion in Welcome, MN. ASW maintains over 52 acres of trails and scramble area at the Elm Creek Trail System near Trimont, MN. All Season Wheelers always welcomes new associates to volunteer to help work on maintaining the trail system. All ATV enthusiasts are welcome to enjoy our trail system. DURA-START Fits Most Cars And Pickups MOTORCYCLE BATTERIES • Long-life • Reliable performance • Rugged construction • Sizes to fit most popular motorcycles. Starting at 22 $ 95 DURA-START BATTERIES • Over 500 batteries-charged up and ready to go! • Cold Crank Amp • One year free replacement warranty • Excellent reserve capacity • Dual terminal design Starting at MON-FRI 7:30 a.m.-8 p.m. SATURDAY 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. SUNDAY 1 p.m.-4 p.m. 64 $ 95 47 FAIRMONT Amber Lake Park • North side of Amber Lake Cedar Creek Park • West side of Amber Lakes Gomsrud Park • Between Budd and Hall Lake Lincoln Park • East side of George Lake Sylvania Park • Northeast side of Sisseton Lake Veterans Park • East of Downtown Ward Park • East side of Sisseton Lake AREA PARKS Anderson Park • South edge of Trimont Bright Lake Park • South side of Bright Lake Cedar/Hanson Park • South side of Bright Lake Everett Park • East side of Fox Lake Graf Park • Northwest of Truman on Hwy 15 Hands Park • North Siler Lake Klessig Park • On Iowa Lake Perch Lake Park • East side of Perch Lake Sherburn City Park • East of Main Street, Sherburn Timberlane Park • South Silver and Iowa Lake Truman Pool Park • South of Truman School • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Dock • • Boat Access • • • Fishing • Nature Trails • • • • • • • Swimming Beach • • • • • • Volleyball • • Baseball/ Softball Field • • • • • Fire Pits • • Showers • • • • • • Handicap Accessible Outdoor Pool On 2 Lakes Band Shell Phone, Water and Camping Historic Park Dump Station Phone, Water and Camping Tent Camping Horse Shoes Tennis Courts Band Shell Bath House 2 Disc Golf Cources Added Features Martin County Parks • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Restrooms • Playground • Barbecue Grates • • • • • Sherlter House 2YHUQLJKWFDPSHUVPXVWGLVSOD\D0DUWLQ&RXQW\3DUNVZLQGVKLHOGVWLFNHU7KHRQH\HDUVWLFNHUFDQEHSXUFKDVHGIRUDWWKH0DUWLQ&RXQW\$XGLWRU¶VRI¿FHLQWKHFRXUWKRXVH from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. or the Cenex Convenience Store in Trimont from 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. To reserve County Park Shelter Houses call 507-238-3211. For information on the County Park System contact 507-235-3347. Wolter Park • East Chain Lake Picnic Tables 48 Lakes AMBER LAKE BRIGHT LAKE The final member of Fairmont’s chain of lakes is relatively featureless, but don’t let that fool you, Amber is full of pan fish. The east shoreline is great for both bass and northern pike. Channel catfish were also more abundant, averaging about 15 inches long, thus providing a bonus species. Nearest Town: Located in Fairmont city limits Ramp Type: Concrete Lake Area (acres): 180.00 Maximum Depth (ft): 19.00 Fish Species: Bigmouth Buffalo, Black Bullhead, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Common Carp, Channel Catfish, Freshwater Drum, Northern Pike, Quillback, Walleye, White Crappie, White Sucker, Yellow Perch Nearest Town: Located 3 miles northeast of Ceylon Ramp Type: Concrete Lake Area (acres): 650.97 Maximum Depth (ft): 7.00 Fish Species: Bigmouth Buffalo, Black Bullhead, Black Crappie, Channel Catfish, Common Carp, Green Sunfish, Northern Pike, White Crappie, White Sucker, Yellow Bullhead, Yellow Perch BIG TWIN LAKE Big Twin Lake contains a good supply of walleyes, crappies, catfish, and bullheads. The lake has an aeration system, which allows it to avoid winterkill. Many fishermen view this lake as one of the best sites for trophy caliber fish. Nearest Town: Located 2 miles southwest of Trimont Ramp Type: Concrete Lake Area (acres): 444.5 Maximum Depth (ft): 18.00 Fish Species: Black Bullhead, Black Crappie, Channel Catfish, Common Carp, Golden Shiner, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Orangespotted Sunfish, Walleye, White Crappie, Yellow Perch BUDD LAKE DNR surveys note an abundance of channel catfish which averaged 15.83 inches in length, with walleyes averaging 14.44 inches. This lake’s small size and bowl-like basin make it great for fishing weed edges and breaks around the lake. Nearest Town: Located in Fairmont city limits Ramp Type: Concrete Lake Area (acres): 222.00 Maximum Depth (ft): 23.00 Fish Species: Bigmouth Buffalo, Black Bullhead, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Common carp, Channel Catfish, Freshwater Drum, Golden Shiner, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Quillback, Walleye, White Crappie, White Sucker, Yellow Bullhead, Yellow Perch 49 Lakes BUFFALO LAKE Nearest Town: Located 1 mile north of Fairmont Ramp Type: Unknown Lake Area (acres): 262.00 Maximum Depth (ft): 3.00 Fish Species: Walleye Sterling Drug Five Lakes Centre, Fairmont 507-238-2797 BUFFALO LAKE Nearest Town: Ormsby Ramp Type: Unknown Lake Area (acres): 120.00 Maximum Depth (ft): 4.00 Fish Species: Walleye ☛ Pharmacy ☛ Home Health Equipment & Supplies ☛ Huge Gift Department ☛ Craft & Scrapbooking Department ☛ Our Smart Clinic Can See You Today! 507-238-4844 Pharmacy & Smart Clinic Hours Monday-Friday 8:30-7:30; Saturday 9-5; Sunday 12-5 CEDAR LAKE Cedar Lake is about as shallow and flat as they come. Surprisingly it has a gillnet count of 5.33 walleyes and the lake is not even managed for walleyes. Sampled walleyes weighed in at 2.72 pounds! Experts believe that walleyes are entering Cedar from nearby Fish Lake which is regularly stocked. Nearest Town: Located 4 miles north of Trimont Ramp Type: Concrete and three Gravel Lake Area (acres): 710.00 Maximum Depth (ft): 7.00 Fish Species: Bigmouth Buffalo, Black Bullhead, Black Crappie, Common Carp, Channel Catfish, Freshwater Drum, Northern Pike, Quillback, Walleye, White Crappie, White Sucker, Yellow Bullhead, Yellow Perch Camping: Cedar/Hanson Park CLAM LAKE Nearest Town: Located 3.5 miles southeast of Trimont Ramp Type: Carry-in Lake Area (acres): 74.00 Maximum Depth (ft): 8.00 Fish Species: Bigmouth Buffalo, Black Bullhead, Black Crappie, Common Carp, Golden Shiner, Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish, Northern Pike, Orangespotted Sunfish, White Crappie, White Sucker, Yellow Bullhead, Yellow Perch We will see you today! 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Monday-Friday 8:30 am-7:30 pm Saturday 9:00 am-5:00 pm Sunday Noon-5:00 pm Dr. Timothy Bachenberg Five Lakes Centre • Fairmont (Located In Sterling Drug) 507-238-4844 50 Lakes CLEAR LAKE Nearest Town: Located 1 mile west of Ceylon Ramp Type: Concrete and Gravel Lake Area (acres): 267.34 Maximum Depth (ft): 7.00 Fish Species: Bigmouth Buffalo, Black Bullhead, Black Crappie, Channel Catfish, Common Carp, Orangespotted Sunfish, Walleye, White Crappie, White Sucker, Yellow Bullhead, Yellow Perch EAST CHAIN LAKE Nearest Town: Located in East Chain city limits Ramp Type: Concrete Lake Area (acres): 485.00 Maximum Depth (ft): 6.00 Fish Species: Bigmouth Buffalo, Black Bullhead, Black Crappie, Common Carp, Channel Catfish, Freshwater Drum, Golden Shiner, Green Sunfish, Northern Pike, Orangespotted Sunfish, Quillback, Walleye, White Crappie, White Sucker, Yellow Bullhead, Yellow Perch FISH LAKE Nearest Town: Located 3 miles west of Ormsby Ramp Type: Unknown Lake Area (acres): 175.00 Maximum Depth (ft): 5.50 Fish Species: Bigmouth Buffalo, Black Bullhead, Black Crappie, Common Carp, Green Sunfish, Northern Pike, Orangespotted Sunfish, Walleye, White Crappie, White Sucker, Yellow Perch FOX LAKE Fox Lake is known for its great catfish population with its gillnet catch rate at 15.2 / set, and lengths ranging from 7.28 – 22.83 inches. Black and white crappies are also quite prevalent. Experts view Fox Lake as a strong site for winter and spring crappie fishing, Tiger muskie were introduced in 1995 and are doing well. Nearest Town: Located 1 mile north of Sherburn Ramp Type: Two Concrete Lake Area (acres): 948.78 Maximum Depth (ft): 20 Fish Species: Bigmouth Buffalo, Black Bullhead, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Channel Catfish, Common Carp, Freshwater Drum, Golden Shiner, Muskellunge, Walleye, White Crappie, Yellow Bullhead, Yellow Perch 51 Lakes HALL LAKE LAKE GEORGE Hall is not noted for bass; however, it can be a sleeper as few people are looking for them. Most of the activity here is toward walleyes, with the average lengths being 19.79 inches. The experts describe Hall Lake as a "good overall fishery." In addition to walleye, Hall is noted for its perch, crappies, and northern pike. However, it is probably the best lake in Fairmont for catching catfish. Nearest Town: Located in Fairmont city limits Ramp Type: Concrete Lake Area (acres): 513.00 Maximum Depth (ft): 27.00 Fish Species: Bigmouth Buffalo, Black Bullhead, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Common Carp, Channel Catfish, Freshwater Drum, Quillback, Walleye, White Crappie, White Sucker, Yellow Perch A very productive lake, this shallow bowl retains an ample supply of walleyes, crappies, perch, and bluegills. In 2001, statistics reveal that walleye size ranged from 7 – 22 inches with several around 16 inches. Many crappies were sampled in the 7.5 – 9 inch range. The public fishing pier in Lincoln Park is a great fishing spot. Nearest Town: Located in Fairmont city limits Ramp Type: Concrete Lake Area (acres): 84.00 Maximum Depth (ft): 11.00 Fish Species: Bigmouth Buffalo, Black Bullhead, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Common Carp, Channel Catfish, Freshwater Drum, Golden Shiner, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Walleye, White Crappie, White Sucker, Yellow Bullhead, Yellow Perch Your Complete Appliance & TV Center Family Owned & Operated For 33 Years! • Financing through Brand Source • Delivery, Installation & Recycling • Factory Trained Service Technicians • Professional Sales Staff DAN’S APPLIANCE & TV 1255 Hwy. 15 South, Fairmont, MN Phone 507-238-2333 www.dansappliance.com Lets Go Bowling! • Leagues For All Ages • Pro Shop • Shoe Rental • Cosmic Bowling Every Friday & Saturday At 9 pm Lets Play Golf! • 2 High Definition Golf Simulators • Play 37 Courses Around The World MILITELLO MOTORS BOWLMOR LANES & LOUNGE 1029 N. 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State Street, Fairmont, MN Since 1977! 52 Lakes LAKE IMOGENE LITTLE TWIN Nearest Town: Located 4 miles east of Fairmont Ramp Type: Unknown Lake Area (acres): 185.00 Maximum Depth (ft): 6.00 Fish Species: Bigmouth Buffalo, Black Bullhead, Black Crappie, Common Carp, Golden Shiner, Walleye, White Crappie Camping: Flying Goose Campground Nearest Town: Trimont Ramp Type: Unknown Lake Area (acres): 68.00 Maximum Depth (ft): 9.00 Fish Species: Yellow Perch IOWA LAKE Nearest Town: Located 7 miles south of Fairmont Ramp Type(s): Concrete Lake Area (acres): 812.00 Maximum Depth (ft): 9.40 Fish Species: Bigmouth Buffalo, Black Bullhead, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Common Carp, Golden Shiner, Northern Pike, Orangespotted Sunfish, White Crappie, Yellow Bullhead, Yellow Perch Camping: Klessig Park OKMAMANPEEDAN LAKE (BIG TUTTLE) Full-Time And Part-Time Employment Opportunities Available Nearest Town: Located 3 miles east of Ceylon Ramp Type(s): Gravel, a Carry-in, and two Concrete Lake Area (acres): 2,294.30 Maximum Depth (ft): 6.50 Fish Species: Bigmouth Buffalo, Black Bullhead, Black Crappie, Common Carp, Channel Catfish, Northern Pike, Orangespotted Sunfish, Walleye, White Crappie, White Sucker, Yellow Perch PERCH LAKE YOUR LOCAL TELESERVICES PROFESSIONALS! Cable Television And High-Speed Internet Sales Is Our Specialty. Marketlink, Inc. 498 S. State St., Five Lakes Centre Fairmont, MN 56031 Call 1-800-298-8950 or apply online at www.marketlinkinc.com Marketlink Is An Equal Opportunity Employer Nearest Town: Located 3 miles southwest of Truman Ramp Type(s): Gravel Lake Area (acres): 175.00 Maximum Depth (ft): 5.00 Fish Species: Black Bullhead, Black Crappie, Common Carp, Northern Pike, White Crappie, White Sucker, Yellow Perch 53 Lakes SISSETON LAKE Sisseton Lake’s shoreline rock structure makes it a good environment for breeding perch. In addition to deeper water, it has a weed line. This lake is good to excellent for walleye, largemouth bass, and bluegills. However, since it is connected with other lakes, fish movement is common. Nearest Town: Located in Fairmont city limits Ramp Type(s): Concrete Lake Area (acres): 140.00 Maximum Depth (ft): 19.00 Fish Species: Black Bullhead, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Common Carp, Channel Catfish, Freshwater Drum, Golden Shiner, Largemouth Bass, Walleye, White Crappie, White Sucker, Yellow Bullhead, Yellow Perch SOUTH SILVER LAKE Experts get excited about the largemouth bass population in South Silver. South Silver retains much better vegetation than other area lakes, thus explaining strong bass, bluegill, and crappie population. Crappie nets came up with fish averaging 9.5 inches in length. Walleye measured in gillnets varied in length from 11 inches – 26 inches. Also try the western edge for northern pike. Nearest Town: Located 5 miles south of Fairmont Ramp Type(s): Concrete Lake Area (acres): 252.37 Maximum Depth (ft): 22 Fish Species: Bigmouth Buffalo, Black Bullhead, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Channel Catfish, Common Carp, Freshwater Drum, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Walleye, White Bass, Yellow Perch • Cabins • Bait • Lake Tours • Tackle • Pontoon Rentals • Rods & Reels • Ice House Rentals • Licenses CABINS 2420 Albion Avenue, Fairmont, MN Phone (507) 235-9785 or Toll Free 1-888-785-8782 info@halllakecabins.com • www.halllakecabins.com BAIT SHOP 1547 Albion Avenue, Fairmont, MN Phone (507) 235-5225 Leland & Julie Leichtman 54 Lakes Ramp Type(s): Concrete Lake Area (acres): 362.00 Maximum Depth (ft): 8.00 Fish Species: Bigmouth Buffalo, Black Bullhead, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Common Carp, Freshwater Drum, Golden Shiner, Walleye, White Crappie, Yellow Perch WILMERT LAKE Like many of its neighbors, Wilmert Lake holds a fabulous walleye population along with a nice number of crappies and bluegills. Even though Wilmert has a maximum depth of only 8 feet, don’t write it off. Nearest Town: Located 2 miles south of Fairmont “Best Brands, Best Prices, Best Service” & Your TIRE DEALER! Day Or Night, Our Tow Trucks Are On The Road. Give Us A Call, We’ll Pull You Out Of Trouble! ✔ Full Service ✔ Wheel Lift ✔ Flatbed Service ✔ Local ✔ Long Distance Your Total Motorcycle, Snowmobile, ATV & Lawn Care Headquarters! SALES • PARTS • SERVICE 927 East 10th Street • Fairmont, MN • Phone 238-1212 Shop Our Online Store At: www.dougssportcenter.com Locked Out Of Your Vehicle ? Flat Tir e? Stalled? Give Us A Call 235-5800 Your Local Choice For Tires & Service! AUTO REPAIR & TOWING 914 North State Street Fairmont, MN Info@olsonrental.com Power Washer Sales & Service 410 East Blue Earth Ave., Fairmont, MN Approved Auto Repair (507) 235-5800 507-238-1393 • Hand & Power Tools • Equipment for: Construction Lawn & Garden •Tables/Chairs/Tents for: Parties & Events • Trailers • Mini Storage • Propane Gas www.olsonrental.com 55 Golf Two challenging eighteen hole golf courses, Interlaken Golf Club and Rose Lake Golf Club, and a nine hole golf course, Fox Lake Golf Club, offer Martin County visitors tremendous golfing experiences. It is hard to picture the beauty of these courses until you experience them. Tight fairways, water, rolling hills, marsh, and beautiful greens sum up these courses. Fine dining, driving ranges, fully stocked golf shops, and other services provided by professional staffing will ensure an enjoyable day of golf. These courses have hosted state events and continue to improve from year to year. Play these courses at very affordable rates and golf will be a priority the next time you visit Martin County. Interlaken Golf Club Experience Championship Golf www.interlakengolfclub.com • 18 Challenging Holes designed by Joel Goldstrand • Driving Range • 2 Putting Greens • Complete Dining Room & Bar Service ■ 18 Hole Golf Course With Driving Range ■ Memberships Available ■ Daily Green Fees With Restrictions ■ Junior Golf Programs ■ Group, Private & Astar Computer Lessons ■ Fully Stocked Pro Shop ■ Customized Club Fitting ■ Full Service Dining Room & Bar ■ Availability For Wedding Receptions, Corporate Events, Business Meetings & More To Reserve Your Tee Time (507) 238-1693 PAUL BALDUS ~ PGA Golf Professional Dining Room/Reservations: (507) 235-5145 STEVE JETTE ~ Club Manager Grooms Dinners, Wedding Receptions, Graduations, Business Events, Luncheons. • Fully Stocked Pro Shop • Family & Single Memberships Available Donna Hoffman-Club Manager 2456 104th St • Fairmont Call 507-235-5274 to reserve Tee Times & Cart Rental www.roselakegolfclub.com WE ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC 56 Sports Fairmont Youth Hockey Association We’ve got it all! Open skating for the general public, Rock on Ice for all ages, youth learn-to-skate programs, instructional youth hockey programs, competitive hockey leagues, ice rentals, birthday parties, and an adult hockey team. You can find something to fit everyone at the Martin County Arena located at the Martin County Fairgrounds. Open skating is available most weekends for all ages, Friday and Saturday evenings and Sunday afternoons October - March. The Fairmont Youth Hockey Association is a non-profit organization that is run by parent volunteers. We provide teams for 150 players and host youth hockey tournaments throughout the months of October - March. Our arena has heated locker rooms, a heated lobby with a full service concession stand and pro shop, a new Zamboni, new spectator heat system, new bleacher covers, and a powerful sound system! We offer skate sharpening and skate rental services. For more information on programs, events, and times of open skating, call the Martin County Arena at 507-238-1995 or Lorie Quiring, President at 507-236-9232. Fairmont Soccer Association Fairmont Soccer Association continually strives to provide a quality soccer program for all kids and adults that want to play the game in a fair, fun, and safe environment. We seek to educate and develop the whole person through the game of soccer. We are affiliated with MYSA – Minnesota Youth Soccer Association, the largest youth sports organization in Minnesota. We present an inclusive philosophy that promotes a positive, fair, and safe family experience with the game of soccer with emphasis on positive coaching and sportsmanship. We do this all with volunteer time and talent. Emphasis is placed on the education and training of volunteers to grow, develop, and operate a successful youth program. Soccer was established as a Fairmont Community Education and Recreation program in 1985 to provide an inclusive recreational program primarily for kids ages 5-18 in the greater Fairmont area. The recreational program is structured to teach younger kids the basic skills with skill games and short scrimmages. For kids 11 years and up, FSA sponsors a spring competitive league through the Minnesota Youth Soccer Association (MYSA). Since fall of 2006, Fairmont High School has fielded six teams – varsity, Jr. Varsity, and C squad (7th and 8th Grade) teams for both boys and girls. For more information visit our website at www.fairmontsoccer.org. 57 Martin County Fair The 145th Martin County Fair, one of Minnesota’s largest county fairs, will be held August 16th – 22nd. The seven-day event features over 150 commercial exhibitors, a large variety of food concession stands, livestock and horse shows, regional livestock shows, open class and 4-H exhibits, and a large midway. There will be a free children’s petting zoo, free entertainment in the park, and free parking daily. On Tuesday come out and enjoy The Johnny Holm Band. Leader and front man of the most widely known and traveled band in America, Johnny Holm is the most entertaining entertainer performing today. The show is dedicated to the fans, and they do most of the entertaining. Mostly impromptu, the show moves with the speed of lightning and changes direction as soon as "the pied piper" notices a lag. "Never a dull moment" was never a more true description. Wednesday come out and enjoy InPulse. InPulse creates a powerful sound that features stunning solos, exceptional harmonic blend, and driving rhythms. Their performances showcase the beauty and versatility of the human voice, drawing from virtually every genre of music - from Pop to Rock, Country to Hip-Hop, and Jazz to R&B. INPULSE plays an active part in the evolution of a cappella music through dynamic, original compositions and inventive arrangements of songs distinctive to the INPULSE sound. The group's artistic approach leaves little confusion as to their mission: To take the a cappella "vocal band" sound into mainstream music and bring genuine musical artistry to today's pop culture. Thursday night come out and enjoy The Association. It all started in 1965 with the breakup of one of the first folk rock ensembles called, "The Men". What was originally an 11 member singing group ultimately became the six man band named, "The Association!" In 1967, The Association made history being the first band anywhere to open a rock festival - the now historic, Monterey Pop Festival. One of the most successful bands to come out of the 60’s. They’ve earned a number of achievement awards, as well as six gold records and two platinum records. Their album, THE ASSOCIATION GREATEST HITS (Warner Brothers), continues to be one of the longest best-selling albums in the history of the company. Friday laugh out loud with Tina and Lena, two of the funniest, zaniest ladies you’ll ever meet. Their engaging variety show is a rich blend of clever to cornball comedy, musical harmony and spirited antics …a celebration of the audience that goes full blast in high gear from start to finish. Also playing Friday will be The Wee Willy Band. Country music star Randy Houser will be performing Saturday night in Schmidtke Park. As illustrated in his breakthrough single, Randy Houser is a breathtaking vocalist with fire and conviction at his core. The songs he has chosen by other Nashville writers for this album are superb showcases for the vocal side of his talent. In addition to "Anything Goes," they include the sensual "Strange" and the ultra-cool, groovesaturated "How Many Times," the latter featuring harmony vocals by superstar Vince Gill. Randy grew up in central Mississippi. He was born in Jackson and raised in Lake. But his true musical foundation was the artistry of his father. Papa Houser was a fairly well known performer in the Jackson, Mississippi nightclub scene and was also a first call studio musician. There will be three talent shows during the fair and on Tuesday night there will be a free pork feed. Races will be held Friday night and there will be a Demo Derby on Sunday afternoon. For more information contact the Martin County Fair, 1300 Bixby Road, Fairmont, call 507-235-9576, or online at www.theotherbigfair.com. MARTIN COUNTY FAIR August 16th - 22nd, 2010 Fairmont, MN “One of Minnesota’s Largest County Fairs” ✥ 3 Talent Shows ✥ Free Petting Zoo ✥ Races and Demo Derby ✥ Free Entertainment In Park Daily ✥ Nationally Known Entertainment (Free in Park) Something For Everyone! See You At The Fair! 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Family Reunions, Class Reunions, Office Lunches or Dinners, Weddings, Showers, Anniversaries or Picnics. HOT & COLD DELI SPECIALS LOCATED ON BEAUTIFUL HALL LAKE! Home Of The Famous Channel Inn Burger! • 1/3 lb. Burgers • Cocktails • Sandwiches • Beer & Wines 330 West Lair Road Fairmont, MN (1/2 block west of Gomsrud Park) Dine On Our Outside Patio! Open 11:00 am-1:00 am • Kitchen Hours 11:00 am-8:30 pm Take Out Orders Available • 238-9700 “Walk In, Carry Out or Call Ahead” Featuring Broasted Chicken, Hot Beef, Pork & Turkey Commercials • Dave’s Potato Salad • Flavor Crisp Broasted Chicken • Dave’s Famous Baked Beans • Fresh Broccoli Grape Salad • Cole Slaw • Whipped Salads 206 North State Street, Fairmont, MN Mon-Fri 11 am-6 pm; Sat 11 am-1 pm; Sun by appt. • And Many More!! 235-5515 Buffet or Menu Pizza, Chicken Dine-In, Carry Out, Delivery Lunch Buffet 11 am-1:30 pm Dinner Buffet 5-8 pm COUPON 235-8822 1101 N. 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Major Credit Cards Accepted 62 Downtown Plaza Fairmont, MN Spirit Lake, Iowa 3840 Hwy 71 507-235-8835 712-336-6832 61 Hotels and Cabins Comfort Inn • Junction Highway 15 and I-90, Fairmont www.torgersonproperties • 507-238-5444 Hall Lake Cabins • 2420 Albion Avenue, Fairmont www.halllakecabins.com • info@halllakecabins.com 888-785-8782 • 507-235-9785 Hampton Inn • 100 Hampton Drive, Fairmont www.torgersonproperties.com • 507-235-2626 Holiday Inn • Junction Highway 15 and I-90, Fairmont www.hifairmont.com • 507-238-4771 Super 8 • Junction Highway 15 and I-90, Fairmont www.torgersonproperties.com • 507-238-9444 Budget Inn • 1122 North State Street, Fairmont 507-235-3373 9 40 $99 - $119 $60 $600 $70 - $90 • • • • • • • • • On-Site Restaurant • • • • • • • Pets Allowed • • • • • • • Free In-Room High Speed Internet • • • Fitness Center • • Meeting Room Indoor Pool Large Vehicle Parking Available Newest Hotel Comments Lodging 51 $89 - $114 Handicap Accessible • 105 $52 - $69 Free Continental Breakfast • 47 $32 - $45 Suites • 42 Standard Double Rates Flying Goose Campground • 2521 115th Street, Fairmont ZZZÀ\LQJJRRVHFDPSJURXQGFRP Campgrounds/RV Parks Number of Rooms 62 Agriculture Martin County Corn and Soybean Growers Association In 2008, Martin County corn farmers harvested 41,890,000 bushels of corn from 236,500 acres, averaging 179 bushels per acre. Because of Martin County’s strong production history, we have two 100 million gallon ethanol plants in the county. Each requires about 40,000,000 bushels of corn annually. Martin County soybean producers harvested 7,703,000 bushels from 168,800 acres averaging 45.5 bushels per acre. With a Cenex Harvest State soybean crushing facility located on the northwest corner of Fairmont, the majority of the beans are processed locally. This means higher local farm values because of lower transportation costs. The local impact of the crop value is amazing: Corn: 41,890,000 bushels at $3.70/bushel = $154,993,000 Soybeans: 7,703,000 bushels at $9.80/bushel = $75,489,000 $230,482,000 This would be gross receipts and all production costs, fuel, transportation costs and marketing all have to be deducted from this figure to arrive at net or profit from producing corn or soybeans. It needs to be remembered that there are "multiplier effects" for "indirect" agricultural income that are figured at 1.5 times the gross receipts. This refers to support industries such as manufacturing, transportation, wholesale and retail trade, services, construction, banking, insurances and real estate. Basically every agricultural production job supports 1.5 jobs in related fields. This means that the $230,482,000 actually generates an additional $115,241,000 for the local communities. These figures do not include sweet corn and green peas for canning, small grains and alfalfa hay nor the value of the local livestock industries. Martin County Pork Producers The purpose of the Martin County Pork Producers shall be to provide direction on educational, promotional, and public policy efforts regarding pork production to be carried out in conjunction with the Minnesota Pork Producers Association and Minnesota Pork Board. The primary function of the Martin County Board of Directors is to keep the local pork producers informed as to the programs, activities, and policies. The County Board also supports and promotes local activities like the Martin County Fair Swine Show. During the 2008 year the Martin County Pork Producers awarded $2,250 in scholarships to the Martin County Pork Ambassadors, marketed "Martin County Magic" spice in local grocery stores, sponsored Farm Safety Day Camp and "Book Bundles" with Agricultural content for metro classrooms. Martin County Producers donated five hogs along with the processing costs to provide approximately 900 pounds of Pork to the Salvation Army Food Shelf. Martin County farmers sold 1.8 million market hogs in 2008. A market hog will weigh about 270 pounds when it is sold and it will be 5 1/2 to 6 months-old at that time. Martin County ranks first in Minnesota for producing pigs. Martin County is also ranked in the top 10 Counties in the US for producing pork. Gross income generated in 2008 from the sale of Martin County hogs: $238 million (This is the income received by the farmer before paying for any costs associated with raising the pigs like feed and labor.) Annual economic contribution to the Martin County Area from 2008 hog sales: $667 million in total economic contribution. (This is the associated economic activity generated by having the Pork Industry in Martin County. Examples would be equipment sales, trucking, feed, utilities, etc. Each $1 in gross income generates another $2.80 in economic activity.) Martin County pigs consumed approximately 20 million bushels of corn in 2008 and were fed another 6.6 million bushels of soybeans as soybean meal. Martin County typically will produce about 40 million bushels of corn and around 8 million bushels of soybeans in a typical year. So the Pork industry consumes about 50% of the corn and 83% of the soybeans produced in Martin County. 63 GRAHAM YOUR TIRE STORE NEXT DOOR Front left to right: Adam Leschefske, Brad Cone, Cathie Arens, Scott Richey, Malcom Teachout, Dale Anderson. Middle: Cade Lehr, Mike Nelson, Chris Laue, Larry Salstrom, Ryan Paczkowski, Richard Eineke. Back row: Brandon Basset, Bill Reineking, Rob Iverson, Dale Meckes, Scott Weig, Adam Breitbarth, Ernie Salic, Eric Christensen, Nate Berhow, Tim Krahmer. • Complete Auto Service • Certified Auto Service/Nationwide Warranty • ASE Certified Technicians 507-235-6638 (507-227-6709 ~ 24 Hour Emergency Service) Gemini 950 North State Street, Fairmont, MN Affordable performance from a valued leader. Gemini Heritage Acres Agricultural Interpretive Center SCHEDULE OF EVENTS FOR 2010 Saturday, June 12th • 1:00-6:00 pm All of the buildings will be open to the public, with free admission to the buildings. The Martin County Dairy Princess will be in attendance. Free ice cream cones to all that attend. Antique tractor display. OLD MAIN STREET July 4th - 30th Annual Music Festival • Noon-5 pm In the past there have been bands from throughout the USA and Canada and each year brings different bands. Music will begin at 1:00 p.m. and continue until 6:00 p.m. There are many other activities taking place on the grounds. Come and see the Old Main Street and many antique displays. Food and beverages will be available. There is an admission fee for this event. Sunday, August 8th- Threshing Bee • 1:00-4:00 pm The threshing will take you back in time to the days of steam threshing. There will be a food stand available. The threshing start at 1:00 p.m. Admission is free. Saturday, August 28th - Tractor PUll Come and enjoy the Antique Tractor Pull beginning at 11:00 a.m. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. Lunch will be served. Sunday, October 17th - Fall Festival The day begins with an ecumenical chapel service at 10:00 a.m. in the Heritage Acres Chapel. Following the chapel service a soup and sandwich dinner will be served in the Prairieville Building from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. During the Fall Festival there will be many antique equipment demonstrations. See the one and two row corn pickers at work or try picking corn by hand. Other items of interest include a silage cutter and corn shredder. Come see the corn shelling and the processing of sugar cane. Admission is free to the festival. Heritage Acres Contacts John Hilgendorf - 728-8713 • Norma Brolsma - 764-3531 We are open for tours by appointment. The chapel can be rented for weddings. Our Most Popular Park Is Waiting For You! Open June, July & August • • • • • 4 Pools Lap And Fitness Pool Lessons Super Slides Diving Boards • Sand Lot • Private Parties • Concessions 1400 South Prairie Avenue • 507-238-9292 Free Land with the construction of a 20,000+ sq ft building ■ Dual rail access - Union Pacific and IMRL ■ 1.5 miles from I-90 ■ Build to suit ■ Site from 1.7 acres and up ■ All utilities ■ JOBZ eligible ■ Site No. 1 ■ Site No. 2 Contact Mike Humpal, CEcD • Asst. City Administrator • 507-238-9461 • ecodevo@fairmont.org ACUPUNCTURE 507-238-8547 FAMILY MEDICINE 507-238-8516 PEDIATRICS 507-238-8547 Matei Teodorescu, M.D. DuWayne Hansen, M.D. Matei Teodorescu, M.D. ANESTHESIOLOGY 507-238-8501 FAMILY MEDICINE/OBSTETRICS 507-238-8516 Shelley Wells, D.O. Tawnya Kreilkamp, M.D. Marie Morris, M.D. Roman Tusinski, M.D. PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION 507-238-8547 CHEMO/INFUSION THERAPY 507-238-8506 EAR, NOSE & THROAT/AUDIOLOGY 507-238-8887 HEALTHY LIVING CLINIC 507-238-5052 Terri Peterson, M.D. PODIATRY 507-238-8595 Charles Hounshell, D.P.M. HOME CARE/HOSPICE 507-238-8600 RADIOLOGY/IMAGING SERVICES 507-238-8184 INTERNAL MEDICINE 507-238-8527 REHABILITATION SERVICES 507-238-8196 Robert Friese, O.D. Roger Neist, M.D. Daniel Peterson, M.D. Christopher Anderson, M.D. Shamsul Hasan, M.D. Abraham Joseph, M.D. Durga Komaragiri “Giri,” M.D. PSYCHIATRY/PSYCHOLOGY 507-238-8598 FAMILY MEDICINE 507-238-8501 LABORATORY 507-238-5105 Jeffrey Green, M.D. Anissa Hoffmann, P.A.-C. Adrianna Jensen, C.-F.N.P. Terry Klemek, M.D. Steven Sumey, M.D. Mark Wolverton, M.D. NEUROLOGY 507-238-8547 William Holmes, M.D. John Tunnell, Au.D. EYE CLINIC 507-238-4311 FAMILY MEDICINE 507-238-8547 Perry Berhow, P.A.-C. Shelley Brennan-Vuocolo, C.-F.N.P. 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Roger Jacobson, M.D. Brian Koranda, M.A. Janis Strickler, M.D. SLEEP MEDICINE 507-238-8547 Eve Rogers, M.D. SURGICAL SERVICES 507-238-8877 LeRoy Hodges, M.D. Hyun Kim, M.D. Philip Vuocolo, M.D. UROLOGY 507-235-6036 Christopher Gran, M.D. John Holstine, M.D. CONSULTING SPECIALISTS 507-238-8547 Allergy Cardiology Endocrinology Nephrology Oncology Clinic – general information 507-238-8500 or 800-234-6141 For more information on our providers and services, visit www.fairmontmedicalcenter.org