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Welcome! from the Metropolitan Council of Chambers

Anoka Area Chamber*763-421-7130www.anokaareachamber.com

Apple Valley Chamber*952-432-8422www.applevalleychamber.com

Asian-American Chamber651-642-1331www.asianamericanmn.com

Bloomington Chamber*952-888-8818www.minneapolischamber.org

Buffalo Chamber763-682-4902www.buffalochamber.org

Burnsville Chamber*952-435-6000www.burnsvillechamber.com

Christian Chamber952-607-6477www.usccc-mn.org

Cottage Grove Chamber651-458-8334www.cottagegrovechamber.org

Dakota County Regional Chamber*651-452-9872www.dcrchamber.com

Delano Chamber*763-972—6756www.delanochamber.com

Eden Prairie Chamber*952-944-2830www.epchamber.org

Edina Chamber*952-806-9060www.edinachamber.com

Elk River Area Chamber*763-441-3110www.elkriverchamber.org

Forest Lake Area Chamber*651-464-3200www.flacc.org

Ham Lake Chamber763-434-3011www.hamlakecc.org

Hastings Area Chamber*651-437-6775www.hastingsmn.org

Hispanic Chamber612-312-1692www.hispanicmn.org

I-94 West/NW Suburban Chamber*763-428-2921www.i94westchamber.org

Lakeville Area Chamber*952-469-2020www.lakevillechambercvb.org

Long Lake Area Chamber952-475-4913www.longlake-orono.org

Lonsdale Chamber507-744-4962www.lonsdalechamber.net

MetroNorth Chamber*763-783-3553www.metronorthchamber.org

Midway Chamber*651-646-2636www.midwaychamber.com

Minneapolis Regional Chamber*612-370-9100www.minneapolischamber.org

Minnesota American Indian Chamber612-870-4533www.maicc.org

Minnesota Black Chamber651-777-9119www.minnesotabcc.org

Minnesota Chamberwww.mnchamber.com

Minnesota Hmong Chamberwww.hmongchamber.com

Monticello Chamber*763-295-2700www.monticellochamber.com

Montrose-Waverly Chamber612-790-2236www.montrosewaverlychamber.com

North Hennepin Area Chamber*763-424-6744www.nhachamber.com

Northfield Area Chamber*507-645-5604www.northfieldchamber.com

Northeast Minneapolis Chamber*612.370.9100www.minneapolischamber.org

Prior Lake Chamber952-440-1000www.priorlakechamber.org

Quad Area Chamber651-815-2750www.quadchamber.org

Red Wing Area Chamber651-388-4719www.redwingchamber.com

Richfield Chamber*612-866-5100www.richfieldchambercvb.org

River Heights Area Chamber*651-451-2266www.riverheights.com

Robbinsdale Chamber763-531-1279www.robbinsdalechamber.com

Rockford-Greenfield Area [email protected]

Saint Anthony Area Chamber612-782-3301www.saintanthonychamber.org

Saint Paul Area Chamber*651-223-5000www.saintpaulchamber.com

Savage Chamber952-894-8876www.savagechamber.com

Shakopee Chamber*952-445-1660www.shakopee.org

South Lake-Excelsior Chamber*952-474-6461www.southlake-excelsiorchamber.com

SouthWest Metro Chamber*952-448-5000www.swmetrochamber.com

Greater Stillwater Chamber*651.439.4001www.ilovestillwater.com

Twin Cites North Chamber763-571-9781www.twincitiesnorth.org

TwinWest Chamber*763-450-2220www.twinwest.com

Waconia Chamber*952-442-5812www.waconiachamber.org

Watertown Chamber952-955-5175www.watertown-chamber.com

Greater Wayzata Area Chamber*952-473-9595www.wayzatachamber.com

West Hennepin Chamber763-479-1988www.whcc-mn.org

White Bear Area Chamber651-429-8593www.whitebearchamber.com

Woodbury Chamber651-578-0722www.woodburychamber.org

*Metropolian Council of Chambers Member

On behalf of these metropolitan area Chambers of Commerce, we’re pleased to present the 2012-2013 Welcome! Twin Cities Area Guide, offering timesaving information and valuable insights into the metro area. If you have questions, contact the Chamber of Commerce closest to you.

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest

business federation representing the interests of

more than 3 million businesses of all sizes, sectors,

and regions, as well as state and local chambers

and industry associations. More than 96% of U.S.

Chamber members are small businesses with 100

employees or fewer.

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Editorial Content: Every attempt was made to present current and accurate information in this publication. Please submit changes or corrections to [email protected]. If your business or organization is not currently listed in this publication and you would like to be included in the 2013-2014 edition, please send a request to [email protected].

Advertising Opportunities: If you would like to be included as an advertiser in next year’s issue, please contact Ginny Lee at 952-846-2040, or email your inquiry to [email protected].

Magazine Distribution: Welcome! Magazine is direct-mailed by area Chambers of Commerce, as a relocation packet to prospective new residents. A supply is also available for distribution by each advertiser. Magazines are also displayed at Chamber offices and city halls. If your business or organization would like to receive a supply of magazines to distribute to clients or new residents, please submit a request to [email protected].

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10 Finding the right location Homebuyersshoulddefinewhatisimportanttothem

15 Excellence in education Makingeducationalchoicesforyourchild

27 Mother Nature #1 Attraction Withspectatorsportsrunningaclosesecond

29 Traveling around the Twin Cities Transportationoptions:bycar,bus,lightrail,orair

34 Healthcare in the Twin Cities Tophospitalsandground-breakingmedicaltechnologiesandtreatments

37 Discovering the good life LifestyleandcultureintheTwinCities

40 Resource guide Fromappleorchardstoutilitiesandeverythinginbetween

6 The Twin Cities of Minneapolis and Saint Paul SmalltownCharmandbigcitydiversity

24 Furry Friends FindcomfortlivingintheTwinCities

Feature Stories

Minneapolis Central Library / Photo: Meet Minneapolis 7th Place Farmers Market, Saint Paul / Photo: Pat Laurel, Saint Paul CVA

Minneapolis Convention Center / Photo: Meet Minneapolis

Cover: Brit’s Pub downtown / Photo: Meet Minneapolis

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Diversity in History:Called the “Dual Cities” in the 1870s, Minneapolis and St. Paul have common ground but unique origins. Mark Twain quipped, “St. Paul and Minneapolis were founded on the power of liquid, Minneapolis on the falls of St. Anthony, St. Paul on the power of whiskey. That’s why St. Paul was and remains today the political center.”

The latter part is good humor, but Twain had it right about the history. Originally both cities drew their economy from the Mississippi River, though in vastly different ways. On the east, St. Paul established a trading and transportation gateway, while on the west, Minneapolis boomed as a lumbering and mill city.

The Twin Cities of Minneapolis and Saint PaulSmall town charm and big city diversityBY MARIANNE MCDONOUGH

The Twin Cities of Minneapolis and Saint Paul have a combined population of 3.5 million residents, making it the thirteenth largest metropolitan area in the nation. A blend of heartland America and

sophistication offer residents a combination of small town charm and big city diversity.


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St. Paul, the elder city, boasts a colorful past, thanks to a smart colonel and a French Canadian bootlegger. In 1805, Zebulon Pike struck a deal with Native American tribes for the territory. Shortly thereafter, Fort Snelling was built at the juncture of the Mississippi and Minnesota Rivers, becoming a cultural and economic hub where Dakota, Ojibwa, and French Canadian traders converged.

A retired fur trader, infamous Pierre “Pig’s Eye” Parrant, ran a popular tavern in Fountain Cave just south of current downtown St. Paul, giving

impetus to the name “Pig’s Eye Landing.” In 1841, French missionary Father Lucien Galtier built St. Paul’s Chapel on the bluffs, pressing to change the name to St. Paul.

As steamboats thronged to Lambert’s Landing, St. Paul became “The Last City of the East.” Later railroad magnate James J. Hill built the Great Northern Railway system, headquartered in St Paul.

Meanwhile Minneapolis, “The First City of the West,” attracted a more Scandinavian

population, primarily Lutheran, who harnessed the power of majestic Saint Anthony Falls, the only natural waterfall on the Mississippi. Initially, sawmills competed from both sides of the falls, establishing Minneapolis on the west, St. Anthony on the east. By 1872, Hill’s rail service connected Minneapolis and Chicago, and Minneapolis absorbed St. Anthony. The winning combination of water power and transit established the “Mill City” as one of the largest and most prosperous milling regions in the world.

Minneapolis ca. 1920 St Paul ca. 1910

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Diversity in Demographics and Cultures:By the end of the nineteenth century, the most prominent ethnic groups in St. Paul were the Irish and Germans, although Swedish, Czech, Austro-Hungarian, and

Polish immigrants eventually settled there as well. In 1838, three Irish soldiers, discharged from Fort Snelling, settled in St. Paul and were the first Irish immigrants in the state. In 1851, St. Paul held its first St. Patrick’s Day parade, a tradition that now draws at least 100,000 spectators. Well into the twentieth century, Irish Catholics comprised most of the mayors and city officials.

In Minneapolis, the Swedes eventually became the largest immigrated group in the city, with Norwegians second largest, and the Danish third. However, numerous other cultural groups settled there as well. The “Bohemian Flats” on the west bank of the Mississippi drew Slovaks, Poles, French Canadians, Germans and Irish. Jews from Russia, Poland, Lithuania, and Romania also made Minneapolis their home, and by 1880, a small Black population of 362 occupied the north side of the city and some of the south, eventually growing to about 4,000 by 1925. After World War II, especially during the last three decades, a significant influx of immigrants and refugees occurred from China, the Philippines, Japan, Korea, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Thailand, Somalia, Southeast Asia, and Latin America. Though Mexican-Americans have tended to reside on St. Paul’s west side, recently many Latinos have chosen to live in Minneapolis.

Diversity in Arts, Culture, and Events:When it comes to the arts, both St. Paul and Minneapolis have flair, but each offers a different palette of choices.

St. Paul is known for its active grass roots arts community, fifteen museums (three considered world class), and more than 52,000 theater seats. In addition to 130 art galleries city-wide, the largest concentration of live/work space for studio artists in the country resides in a renovated warehouse district. A number of celebrities grew up in St. Paul, among them literary giant, TheGreat Gatsby author, F. Scott Fitzgerald and American cartoonist, Charles M. Schultz, author of the comic strip Peanuts. Current resident and famed author/story teller Garrison Keillor hosts the nationally-broadcasted radio show, APrairieHomeCompanion. The renowned St. Paul Chamber Orchestra performs more than 150 concerts per year. And thirteen festivals, including the Taste of Minnesota, the Irish Fair, Cinco de Mayo, and Grand Old Days, provide year-round entertainment.

The legendary St. Paul Winter Carnival, drawing about 350,000 visitors, celebrates winter, Minnesota style. Local business leaders collaborated for the first carnival in February, 1886, after a New York reporter described St. Paul as “another Siberia,

Magical History ToursJackie Siewert –Tour Guide:

“The Pillsbury A Mill was designed by architect

Leroy Buffington who refused to listen to engineers

on the construction. Twenty years later the mill

caved in at the top and bowed out at the bottom,

sagging into the “S” shape it retains to this day.

Rumor has it that it’s scheduled to become condos.”

“The Washburn Crosby Company, precursor to

General Mills, got tired of paying for advertising

on radio stations, so they just started their own

station, WCCO, currently a major Twin Cities multi-

media station.”

Betty Crocker, never a real person, was a promotional

gimmick invented in 1921 by the Washburn Crosby

Company (forerunner to General Mills) to share tips

and recipes with homemakers.

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Block E and Le Meredian Hotel Downtown Minneapolis / Photo: Meet Minneapolis

Native American celebration / Photo: Meet Minneapolis

James J. Hill house / Photo: Pat Laurel; Saint Paul CVA


unfit for human habitation in the winter.” Parades, contests, skiing, toboggan slides, and a spectacular, fourteen-story ice castle showcased ingenuity and hometown pride.

Minneapolis sets the stage for a broad spectrum of arts with 75 professional theaters, more than 275 arts organizations, and nearly 60 museums. Among the latter are the Minneapolis Institute of Arts, considered one of the top ten comprehensive art museums in the country, the nationally-acclaimed Walker Art Center, Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, and the Weisman Art Museum. A 98-member Minnesota Orchestra, based in upscale Orchestra Hall, performs nearly 200 programs annually, including live Friday night concerts for Minnesota Public Radio. Overlooking the Mississippi, the spectacular six-story Guthrie Theater houses three stages for internationally acclaimed productions. Local composer/performer Prince, one of the city’s most prominent progenies, studied at the Minnesota Dance Theatre and helped put First Avenue on the entertainment map with the 1984 film Purple Rain..

Minneapolis provides winter entertainment with Holidazzle Parades, lighting up Nicollet Mall every Thursday through Sunday during the Thanksgiving-Christmas season. But the biggest festival in Minneapolis is the summer Aquatennial with more than 70 events, including milk carton boat races and a Torchlight Parade. In its 71st year, the Aquatennial features celebrity guests that have included Gene Autry, Vice President Richard Nixon, the Lone Ranger, Bob Barker, and millionaire Percy Ross.

Diversity in the Future:Minneapolis prides itself for its urbanite and progressive downtown, renovated hotels, renowned cuisine, and jazz clubs. Eight miles of glassed, indoor skyways connect the city’s hub. St. Paul, on the other hand, has preserved many of its spectacular landmarks, skillfully combining Victorian and contemporary architecture. Numerous specialty shops offer a unique shopping venue. Both cities encourage ever-increasing downtown residency. And both have learned to capitalize on their mutual strengths.

By 2012 the new Central Corridor light rail system will connect the two downtowns. The annual Twin Cities Marathon, recognized as one of the most beautiful urban marathons in the country, will continue to display the extraordinary features of the Cities every October.

Residents will flock to the beaches in the summer, attend outdoor concerts, and fish off bridges. When fall arrives, with its dependable “Indian summer,” the lakes will become mirrors of oranges, yellows, and reds. And people will visit apple orchards for hayrides, cider tasting, and homemade apple bakery goods. Winter will paint frost-laden landscapes for skiers, skaters, and young snowman enthusiasts to enjoy. In the springtime, loons and geese will continue to return to a vast array of tulips and irises.

Twin Citians cheer for their hometown heroes and attend the Great Minnesota Get-Together, the State Fair, in droves. But, to their credit, if the past indicates the future, they will value their diversity, making this locale one of the best of all places to live.

Downtown Saint Paul and the Science Museum of Minnesota / Photo: Science Museum of Minnesota

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Finding the right locationIf your family is relocating to the Twin Cities,

or you’re just considering a move to another neighborhood, you probably already know that location is everything. The single most important fact about buying a new home is choosing the right location. Location has the greatest effect on your investment. Location affects everything from property values to commute time to making sure there’s a latte shop within walking distance. Although individuals will have different objectives in finding the right location, most people are looking for a low crime rate, nearby shopping and parks, well-maintained homes, and a reasonable commute time.

Home buyers should define what is important to them in a neighborhood and school district. Are you looking for a school and shops within walking distance? Do you see your family in an older well-established inner ring community, or a newer home in a suburban development? The Twin Cities also offers families the choice of locating to a more rural atmosphere in an outlying township.

Scope out the areaSpend some time walking or driving through the neighborhood. Take note of how well homeowners keep up their homes and yards. Even something as simple as trying to make eye contact with people you encounter, will help you determine how safe and friendly the neighborhood is. Determining the age of residents in the area will help define whether the neighborhood is primarily young families, college students, or retirees. Will your family fit into the chemistry of the community?

Consider commute time For many working adults, the amount of time spent commuting is an important factor. Try driving or taking public transportation during the time period you expect to be going to and from your job. You’ll discover fairly quickly whether you consider the level of traffic and travel time acceptable. Bus and light rail are also viable options for getting to work in the Twin Cities. Check out Metro Transit at www.metrotransit.org for specifics. If driving on I-35W or I-394, commuters can also have a more reliable and convenient commute by choosing MnPASS Express Lanes. For a modest fee you can enjoy express travel between the suburbs and downtown Minneapolis. For more information, visit www.mnpass.org.

Choosing a city to suit your tastes and lifestyle

The Twin Cities offer great variety in the types of communities where you can

choose to live. From the urban centers of Minneapolis and St. Paul to the rural townships in the outlying counties, you will find a city to suit your tastes and lifestyle. The following pages include information for each community, arranged by county. City websites and the name of the school districts (with ISD numbers) serving that area are included in this section.

Anoka CountyAndover: 20 miles north of downtown Minneapolis• www.ci.andover.mn.us• 763-755-5100• ISD 11 Anoka- Hennepin

Anoka: 20 miles northwest of Minneapolis • www.ci-anoka.mn.us• 763-576-2700• ISD 11 Anoka-Hennepin

Bethel: Northern Anoka County• 763-434-4366• ISD 15 St. Francis

Blaine: 11 miles north of Minneapolis• www.ci.blaine.mn.us • 763-784-6700 • ISD 11 Anoka-Hennepin• ISD 12 Centennial• ISD 16 Spring Lake Park• ISD 621 Mounds View

Centerville: 20 minutes from St. Paul and 30 minutes from Minneapolis• www.centervillemn.com• 651-429-3232• ISD 12 Centennial

Circle Pines: Southeast part of county, 15 miles north of Minneapolis • www.ci.circle-pines.mn.us• 763-784-5898• ISD 12 Centennial

Columbia Heights: First-ring northern suburb of Minneapolis www.ci.columbia-heights.mn.us• 763-706-3600 • ISD 13 Columbia Heights

Coon Rapids: North of Minneapolis along the Mississippi River• ci.coon-rapids.mn.us• 763-755-2880• ISD 11 Anoka Hennepin

East Bethel: 22 miles from the Twin Cities, northeastern Anoka County• www.east-bethel.mn.us• 763-434-9569• ISD 15 St. Francis• ID 831 Forest Lake


Fridley: North of Minneapolis with Mississippi River on western borderwww.ci.fridley.mn.us• 763-571-3450• ISD 11 Anoka-Hennepin• ISD 14 Fridley• ISD 13 Columbia Heights• ISD 16 Spring Lake Park

Ham Lake: 18 miles north of Minneapolis• www.ci.ham-lake.mn.us• 763-434-9555• ISD 11 Anoka-Hennepin• ISD 831 Forest Lake

Hilltop: North of Minneapolis• www.ci.columbia-heights.mn.us• 763-571-2023• ISD 13 Columbia Heights

Lexington: 15 miles north of Minneapolis• www.ci.lexington.mn.us• 763-784-2792• ISD 12 Centennial

Lino Lakes: 20 minutes north of Minneapolis• www.ci.lino-lakes.mn.us• 651-982-2400• ISD 12 Centennial• ISD 624 White Bear Lake• ISD 831 Forest Lake

Nowthen: Northwest corner of Anoka County• www.nowthenmn.govoffice2.com • 763-441-1347• ISD 15 St. Francis

Oak Grove: Northern Anoka County• www.ci.oak-grove.mn.us • 763-753-1920• ISD St. Francis• ISD 11 Anoka-Hennepin

Ramsey: Northwestern Anoka County• www.ci.ramsey.mn.us• 763-427-1410• ISD 11 Anoka-Hennepin

St. Francis: Northern edge of Anoka County• www.stfrancis.govoffice.com • 763-753-2630• ISD 15 St. Francis

Spring Lake Park: 15 miles northeast of Twin Cities• www.spring-lake-park.mn.us• 763-784-6491• ISD 16 Spring Lake Park

Carver CountyChanhassen: 17 miles southwest of Twin Cities• www.ci.chanhassen.mn.us• 952-227-1100• ISD 112 Chaska• ISD 276 Minnetonka

Chaska: Southwestern metro area • www.chaska.org• 952-448-9200• ISD 112 Chaska

Waconia: 30 miles west of Twin Cities• www.waconia.org• 952-442-2184• ISD 110 Waconia

Watertown: Western fringe of Twin Cities• www.ci-watertown.mn.us • 952-955-2681• ISD 111 Watertown-Mayer

Victoria: Western edge of the Twin Cities• www.ci.victoria.mn.us • 952-443-4210• ISD 276 Minnetonka• ISD 110 Waconia• ISD 112 Chaska

Dakota CountyApple Valley: South-central suburb of Twin Cities• www.ci.apple-valley.mn.us• 952-952-2500• ISD 196 Rosemount-Apple Valley-

Eagan

Burnsville: South of Minneapolis• www.ci.burnsville.mn.us• 952-895-4400• ISD 191 Burnsville• ISD 196 Rosemount-Apple Valley-

Eagan• ISD 194 Lakeville

Eagan: South of Twin CIties• www.cityofeagan.com• 651-675-5000 • ISD 196 Rosemount• ISD 191 Burnsville• ISD 197 West St. Paul-Mendota

Heights-Eagan

Farmington: 30 miles south of Minneapolis• www.ci.farmington.mn.us• 651-463-7111• ISD 192 Farmington• ISD 194 Lakeville

Hastings: Southeast fringe of metro area, county seat for Dakota County• www.ci.hastings.mn.us• 651-480-2350• ISD 200 Hastings

Inver Grove Heights: Five miles south of St. Paul• www.ci.inver-grove-heights.mn.us • 651-450-2500• ISD 199 Inver Grove

Lakeville: 20 miles south of Twin Cities• www.ci.lakeville.mn.us• 952-9852-4400• ISD 194 Lakeville• ISD 196 Rosemount-Apple Valley-

Eagan• ISD 192 Farmington

Lilydale: Between Mendota and Mendota Heights• www.lilydale.govoffice.com• 651-457-2316• ISD 197 West St. Paul-Mendota

Heights-Eagan

Mendota: South of Twin Cities• www.cityofmendota.org • 651-454-0019• ISD 197 West St. Paul-Mendota

Heights-Eagan

Mendota Heights: First ring suburb south of St. Paul• www.mendota-heights.com• 651-452-1850• ISD 197 West St. Paul-Mendota

Heights-Eagan

Rosemount: South suburban area• www.ci.rosemount.mn.us• 651-423-4411 • ISD 196 Rosemount-Apple Valley-

Eagan

South St. Paul: South of St. Paul• www.southstpaul.org• 651-554-3200• ISD 6 South St. Paul

Sunfish Lake: Entirely residential neighborhood south of Twin Cities• www.sunfishlake.org• 651-681-2300• ISD 197 West St. Paul-Mendota

Heights-Eagan

South of St. Paul• www.ci.west-saint-paul.mn.us• 651-552-4100 • ISD 197 West St. Paul-Mendota

Heights-Eagan

Goodhue CountyRed Wing: Southeast of Twin Cities• www.ci.red-wing.mn.us• 651-385-3600 • ISD 256 Red Wing

Hennepin CountyBloomington: Southern suburb of Minneapolis• www.ci.bloomington.mn.us• 952-563-8700• ISD 271 Bloomington

Brooklyn Center: North of downtown Minneapolis• www.ci.brooklyn-center.mn.us• 763-569-3300• ISD 286 Brooklyn Center• ISD 281 Robbinsdale• ISD 279 Osseo• ISD 11 Anoka-Hennepin

Brooklyn Park: West bank of Mississippi River in northern Hennepin County• www.brooklynpark.org• 763-424-8000• ISD 279 Osseo• ISD 11 Anoka-Hennepin• ISD 281 Robbinsdale

Champlin: Northwest of Minneapolis• www.ci.champlin.mn.us• 763-421-8100• ISD 11 Anoka-Hennepin

Corcoran: Northwest corner of Hennepin County• www.ci.corcoran.mn.us• 763-420-2288• ISD 879 Delano• ISD 883 Rockford• ISD 284 Wayzata• ISD 877 Buffalo• ISD 279 Osseo

The mantra of real estate agents often is:

location, location, location. Most real estate

professionals agree that homes can increase

or decrease in value due to location. It’s the

number one rule in real estate.

You can buy the right home in the wrong

location. You can change the structure,

remodel it or alter the home’s layout, but

ordinarily, you cannot move it. It’s attached

to the land. The best locations are those in

prime spots such as:

• Within top-rated school districts

• Close to outdoor recreation and nature

• Homes with a view.

• Near entertainment and shopping

• Near public transportation, health care

and jobs

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Crystal: First ring suburb, 15 minutes northwest of Minneapolis• www.ci.crystal.mn.us• 763-531-1000• ISD 281 Robbinsdale

Dayton: Northernmost city in Hennepin County• www.ci.dayton.mn.us• 763-427-4589• ISD 11 Anoka-Hennepin• ISD 279 Osseo• ISD 728 Elk River

Eden Prairie: 12 miles southwest of downtown Minneapolis• www.ci.eden-prairie.mn.us• 952-949-8300• ISD 272 Eden Prairie

Edina: Southwestern edge of Minneapolis• www.ci.edina.mn.us• 952-927-8861 • ISD 273 Edina

Excelsior: 20-minutes west of Minneapolis on Lake Minnetonka• www.ci.excelsior.mn.us• 952-474-5233• ISD 276 Minnetonka

Golden Valley: West of downtown Minneapolis• www.ci.golden-valley.mn.us• 763-593-8000• ISD 281 Robbinsdale• ISD 270 Hopkins

Greenfield: Western edge of Hennepin County, 20 miles from Twin Cities• www.greenfield.govoffice.com• 763-477-6464• ISD 877 Buffalo• ISD 883 Rockford• ISD 879 Delano

Hopkins: West of the South Minneapolis residential area• www.ci-hopkins.mn.us• 952-935-8474• ISD 270 Hopkins

Long Lake: West central Hennepin County at the edge of Twin Cities • www.ci.long-lake.mn.us• 952-473-6961• ISD 278 Orono

Loretto: Western part of Hennepin County, 25 miles west of Twin Cities• www.lorettomn.govoffice2.com• 763-479-4305• ISD 879 Delano

Maple Grove: Northwest of downtown Minneapolis• www.ci.maple-grove.mn.us• 763-4 94-6000• ISD 279 Osseo

Maple Plain: 25 miles west of Minneapolis on U.S. Highway 12• www.mapleplain.com• 763-479-0515• ISD 278 Orono

Medicine Lake: Completely surrounded by the city of Plymouth, forming a peninsula on Medicine Lake• www.ci.medicine-lake.mn.us• 763-542-9701• ISD 284 Wayzata

Medina: Western edge of Hennepin County, 20 miles from Minneapolis • www.ci-medina.mn.us• 763-473-4643• ISD 284 Wayzata• ISD 278 Orono• ISD 879 Delano• ISD 883 Rockford

Minneapolis: Largest city in Minnesota, often referred to as the “City of Lakes”• www.ci.mpls.mn.us• 612-673-2100• ISD 1 Minneapolis

Minnetonka: West of Minneapolis, adjacent to Lake Minnetonka• www.ci.minnetonka.mn.us• 952-939-8200• ISD 276 Minnetonka• ISD 270 Hopkins• ISD 284 Wayzata

Minnetonka Beach: North-central region of Lake Minnetonka, west of Minneapolis • www.ci.minnetonka-beach.mn.us• 952-471-8878• ISD 278 Orono

Minnetrista: West end of Lake Minnetonka• www.ci.minnetrista.mn.us• 952-446-1660• ISD 879 Delano• ISD 110 Waconia,• ISD 111 Watertown• ISD 272 Westonka

Mound: West of Twin Cities at end of County Road 15• www.cityofmound.com• 952-472-0600• ISD 277 Westonka

New Hope: Seven miles northwest of Minneapolis• www.ci.new-hope.mn.us• 763-531-5100• ISD 281 Robbinsdale

Orono: Lake Minnetonka community• www.ci-orono.mn.us• 952-249-4600• ISD 278 Orono• ISD 277 Westonka• ISD 284 Wayzata• ISD 276 Minnetonka

Osseo: Northeastern Hennepin County• www.ci.osseo.mn.us• 763-425-2624• ISD 279 Osseo

Plymouth: Third-ring suburb 12 miles west of downtown Minneapolis• www.ci.plymouth.mn.us• 763-509-5000• ISD 279 Osseo• ISD 284 Wayzata• ISD 281 Robbinsdale• ISD 270 Hopkins

Richfield: Close to 35W, I-494 and Crosstown 62• www.ci.richfield.mn.us • 612-861-9700• ISD 280 Richfield

Robbinsdale: Northeast Hennepin County, 15 minutes from downtown Minneapolis• www.robbinsdale.com• 763-537-4534• ISD 281 Robbinsdale

Rockford: Border of Hennepin and Wright counties, 30 miles west of Minneapolis• www.cityofrockford.org• 763-477-6565• ISD 883 Rockford

Rogers and the Town of Hassan: 15 miles northwest of Minneapolis on Interstate 94• www.rogers.govoffice.com• 763-428-2253• ISD 728 Elk River• ISD 279 Osseo/Maple Grove• ISD 877 Buffalo

St. Bonifacius: At intersection of Highway 7 and County Road 92 in southwest Hennepin County • www.ci.st-bonifacius.mn.us• 952-446-1061• ISD 110 Waconia

St. Louis Park: West of downtown Minneapolis• www.stlouispark.org• 952-924-2500• ISD 283 St. Louis Park

Shorewood: Western suburb about 25 minutes from Minneapolis• www.ci.shorewood.mn.us or• 952-960-7900• ISD 276 Minnetonka• ISD 277 Westonka

Spring Park: Stretches along County Road 15 west of Minnetonka Beach and Orono• www.springpark.govoffice.com• 952-471-9051 • ISD 277 Westonka

Tonka Bay: Between upper and lower bodies of Lake Minnetonka in western Hennepin County• www.cityoftonkabay.net• 952-474-7994• ISD 276 Minnetonka

Wayzata: 11 miles west of Minneapolis on NE shores of Lake Minnetonka• www.wayzata.org• 952-473-0234• ISD 284

Ramsey CountyArden Hills: Northwest of St. Paul• www.ci.arden-hills.mn.us• 652-792-7800• ISD 621 Mounds View• ISD 623 Roseville

Falcon Heights: 5 minutes from both downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul• www.ci.falcon-heights.mn.us• 651-792-7600 • ISD 623 Roseville

Lauderdale: First-ring suburb in western Ramsey County• www.ci.lauderdale.mn.us• 652-792-7650• ISD 623 Roseville

Little Canada: NE hub of metro freeways, minutes from downtown St. Paul, and 15 minutes from downtown Minneapolis• www.ci.little-canada.mn.us• 651-766-4029 • ISD 624 White Bear Lake

Maplewood: First-ring suburb north and east of St. Paul• www.ci.maplewood.mn.us• 651-249-2000• ISD 622 North St. Paul• ISD 623 Roseville• ISD 624 White Bear Lake

Mounds View: Off Interstate 35W on State Highway 10• www.ci.mounds-view.mn.us• 763-717-4000• ISD 621 Mounds View

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New Brighton: Central northern suburb within minutes of downtown areas• www.ci.mounds-view.mn.us• 763-717-4000• ISD 621 Mounds View

North Oaks: Northeast of St. Paul• www.cityofnorth-oaks.com• 651-792-7750• ISD 622 North St. Paul-Maplewood

North St. Paul: 10 miles northeast of downtown St. Paul• www.ci.north-saint-paul.mn.us• 651-747-2400• ISD 622 North St. Paul-Maplewood

Roseville: Northern boundary of St. Paul, 10-minute drive from downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul• www.ci.roseville.mn.us• 651-792-7000• ISD 621 Mounds View• ISD 623 Roseville

Saint Paul: Minnesota’s state capital, home to more institutions of higher learning than any city west of Boston• www.ci.stpaul.mn.us• 651-266-8688• ISD 625 St. Paul

Shoreview: 10 miles from downtown St. Paul and Minneapolis • ISD 621 Mounds View• ISD 623 Roseville• www.ci.shoreview.mn.us• 651-490-4650

Vadnais Heights: On I-35E and I-694 north of St. Paul• www.ci.vadnais-heights.mn.us• 651-204-6000 • ISD 624 White Bear Lake• ISD 621 Mounds View

White Bear Lake: Northeastern fringe of metro area• www.ci.white-bear-lake.mn.us• 651-429-8526• ISD 624 White Bear Lake

Rice CountyNorthfield: On shores of Cannon River, south of Minneapolis-St. Paul• www.ci.northfield.mn.us• 507-645-8833• ISD 659 Northfield

Scott CountyBelle Plaine: In the Minnesota River Valley southwest of Minneapolis• www.belleplaine• 952-873-5553• ISD 716 Belle Plaine

Elko-New Market: Off interstate I-35 30 miles south of Minneapolis• www.ci.elko.mn.us• 952-461-2777• ISD 194 Lakeville• ISD 721 New Prague

Jordan: South of the Minnesota River in Scott County, 20 miles SW of Twin Cities• www.jordan.govoffice.com• 952-492-2535• ISD 717 Jordan

New Prague: 40 miles SW of Twin Cities, on border of Scott and LeSueur counties • www.ci.new-prague.mn.us• 952-758-4401• ISD 721 New Prague

Prior Lake: Southwest suburb of Minneapolis• www.cityofpriorlake.com• 952-447-9800• ISD 719 Prior Lake-Savage

Savage: SW suburb 20 miles from downtown Minneapolis, and 25 miles from downtown St. Paul • www.cityofsavage.com• 952-882-2660• ISD 191 Burnsville• ISD 719 Prior Lake-Savage• ISD 720 Shakopee

Shakopee: SE edge of metro, 30 miles from downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul• www.ci.shakopee.mn.us• 952-233-9300• ISD 720 Shakopee

Sherburne CountyElk River: County seat, 35 miles northwest of Minneapolis• www.ci.elk-river.mn.us• 763-635-1000• ISD 728 Elk River

Washington CountyAfton: 15 miles east of downtown St. Paul• www.ci.afton.mn.us• 651-436-5090• ISD 834 Stillwater

Bayport: On St. Croix River one mile south of Stillwater• www.bayport.govoffice.com• 651-275-4404• ISD 834 Stillwater

Cottage Grove: 15 miles southeast of the Minneapolis-St. Paul• www.cottage-grove.org• 651-458-2800• ISD 833 South Washington

Dellwood: Northeastern edge of White Bear Lake• www.dellwood.us • 651-429-1356• ISD 832 Mahtomedi

Forest Lake: 25 miles north of downtown metro area on I-35ISD 831 Forest Lake• www.ci.forest-lake.mn.us• 651-464-3550

Hugo: 14 miles north of downtown St. Paul on border of metro area • www.ci.hugo.mn.us• 651-762-6300• ISD 624 White Bear Lake• ISD 834 Stillwater• ISD 831 Forest Lake• ISD 832 Mahtomedi

Lake Elmo: East of I-694, south of Highway 26, north of I-94• www.lakeelmo.org• 651-777-5510• ISD 834 Stillwater

Lakeland: On the St. Croix River, 16 miles east of St. Paul• www.lakelandmn.com• 651-436-4430• ISD 834 Stillwater

Mahtomedi: 20-minute commute to metro area, east shore of White Bear Lake • www.ci.mahtomedi.mn.us• 651-426-3344• ISD 832 Mahtomedi• ISD 624 White Bear Lake• ISD 834 Stillwater• ISD 831 Forest Lake

Marine on the St. Croix: 12 miles NW of metro area, north of Stillwater, and 15 miles south of Taylors Falls• www.marine.govoffice.com• 651-433-3636• ISD 834 Stillwater

Newport: 15-minute drive northeast of Twin Cities• www.newport-govoffice.com• 651-459-5677• ISD 833 South Washington

Oakdale: Eastern side of Twin Cities metro area• www.ci.oakdale.mn.us• 651-739-5086• ISD 622 North St. Paul-Maplewood

Oak Park Heights: 20 miles east of St. Paul, on the St. Croix River • www.cityofoakparkheights.com• 651-439-4439• ISD 834 Stillwater

Stillwater: 20 miles east of downtown St. Paul, on St. Croix River• www.ci.stillwater.mn.us• 651-430-8800• ISD 834 Stillwater

St. Paul Park: 15 minutes east of Mall of America• www.stpaulpark.govoffice.com• 651-459-9785• ISD 833 South Washington

Woodbury: Eastern side of metro area• www.ci.woodbury.mn.us• 651-714-3500• ISD 622 North St. Paul-Maplewood-

Oakdale• ISD 833 South Washington• ISD 834 Stillwater

Wright CountyAlbertville: 25 miles northwest of downtown Minneapolis• www.ci.albertville.mn.us• 763-497-3384• ISD 885 St. Michael-Albertville

Buffalo: County seat for Wright County, northwest of metro area• www.ci.buffalo.mn.us• 763-682-1181• ISD Buffalo-Hanover Montrose

Delano: 27 miles from downtown Minneapolis on US Hwy 12 , SE corner of Wright County• www.delano.mn.us• 763-972-0550• ISD 879 Delano

Hanover: Northwest of metro area, partially in Wright and Hennepin Counties• www.hanovermn.org• 763-497-3777• ISD 877 Buffalo• ISD 883 Rockford

Otsego: Located on Mississippi River in Wright County• www.ci.otsego.mn.us• 763-441-4414• ISD 728 Elk River• ISD 885 St. Michael-Albertville

St. Michael: 15 miles northwest of metropolitan area• www.ci.st-michael.mn.us• 763-497-2041• ISD 728 Elk River• ISD 885 St. Michael-Albertville

Downtown Saint Paul


Excellence in educationMinnesota public and private schools provide

quality education and each school offers a unique learning experience. It is important to consider all of the elements that contribute to a school’s overall effectiveness when picking your child’s school. When making educational choices it is important to consider general criteria and the type of school experience you want for your child, such as academic and arts programs, support services, age of school, location, available transportation and extracurricular opportunities. You might also consider your family values and other priorities important to you and your child.

Call, write, or visit the district administrative office for answers to questions such as:

• What is the district’s stated mission and goals?

• What is the student enrollment in the district; in each school; overall teacher/pupil ratio?

• What is the percentage of teachers with advanced degrees?

• What are some recent accomplishments of the district?

• What are some current issues facing the district?

• What is the level of community support for the school district?

• What is the level of student achievement in the district?

• What support services are available in the district?

Once you’ve narrowed your search to one or two districts, contact the individual schools where your children would attend. Request a parent handbook, student handbook, a school newsletter, and information about the school’s parent organizations. Ask if you and your child may visit the school. During your visit, walk through the school and determine if you and your child feel welcome. Do the staff and students appear to be happy and friendly? Does the school seem to be well organized and reflect a sense of purpose.

Overall, you should get a good sense of the school by just being in the building, by listening to students and teachers interact, and by asking lots of questions. And in the end, you should walk away feeling that this is the right educational choice for your child.

Public SchoolsIn Minnesota, public schools are organized into independent school districts. More than 50 districts serve the seven-county metropolitan area. In addition to providing traditional elementary, junior high and high school programs, each district can offer specialized instruction programs for various student-learning styles.

These programs include special education for students with disabilities, gifted and talented programs, and alternative high school

programs for students who have left school or do not feel comfortable in the traditional setting. Magnet schools, Open Enrollment, Post Secondary options and charter schools provide expanded learning opportunities in language, science and the arts.

In 1991, Minnesota was the first state to pass charter school legislation. The first charter school in the United States, City Academy, opened in St. Paul, Minnesota in 1992. There are 141 charter schools in operation, and half of them are located in or around the Twin Cities.

Charter schools often have a particular approach to education or focus for their programs that differentiate them from other schools. For example, some charter schools focus on experiential learning, or Core Knowledge, or project-based learning, or technology. Often, charter schools have smaller enrollments than neighboring district schools offering smaller class sizes and lower student to teacher ratios.

For more information about charter schools: Call 651-644-0432 or visit www.mncharterschools.org

The following pages include information for each public school district, arranged by county.

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Anoka CountyAnoka-Hennepinwww.anoka.k12.mn.us

Centennialwww.centennial.k12.mn.us

Columbia Heightswww.colheights.k12.mn.us

Fridleywww.fridley.k12.mn.us

St. Franciswww.stfrancis.k12.mn.us

Spring Lake Parkwww.splkpark.k12.mn.us

Elk Riverwww.elkriver.k12.mn.us

Northwest Passage Highwww.nwphs.org

PACT Charterwww.pact.charter.k12.mn.us

Carver CountyChaskawww.district112.org

Norwood Young Americawww.raiders.central.k12.mn.us

Waconiawww.waconia.k12.mn.us

Watertown-Mayerwww.wm.k12.mn.us

World Learnerwww.worldlearnerschool.com

Dakota CountyBurnsville-Eagan-Savagewww.isd191.org

Eagan-Mendota Heights-West St. Paulwww.isd197.k12.mn.us

Farmingtonwww.farmington.k12.mn.us

Hastingswww.hastings.k12.mn.us

Intermediate District 917www.isd917.k12.mn.us

Inver Grove Heightswww.invergrove.k12.mn.us

Lakevillewww.isd194.k12.mn.us

Randolphwww.randolph.k12.mn.us

Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eaganwww.district196.org

South St. Paulwww.sspps.org

Paideia Academywww.paideiaacademy.org

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Goodhue CountyRed Wingwww.redwing.k12.mn.us

Hennepin CountyBloomingtonwww.bloomington.k12.mn.us

Brooklyn Centerwww.brookcntr.k12.mn.us

Eden Prairiewww.edenpr.k12.mn.us

Edinawww.edina.k12.mn.us

Hopkinswww.hopkins.k12.mn.us

Intermediate School ISD 287www.district287.org

Minneapoliswww.mpls.k12.mn.us

Minnetonkawww.minnetonka.k12.mn.us

Oronowww.orono.k12.mn.us

Osseowww.district279.org

Richfieldwww.richfield.k12.mn.us

Robbinsdalewww.rdale.org

Rockfordwww.rockford.k12.mn.us

St. Anthony-New Brightonwww.stanthony.k12.mn.us

St. Louis Parkwww.stlpark.k12.mn.us

Wayzatawww.wayzata.k12.mn.us

Westonkawww.westonka.k12.mn.us

Ascension Academywww.ascensionacademy.net

Augsburg Fairview Academy for Health Careerswww.afa.tc

Aurora Charterwww.auroracharterschool.com

Beacon Academywww.beaconacademy.com

Cedar Riverside Communitywww.crcs-school.org

Dunwoody Academywww.dunwoody.tec.mn.us

Eagle Ridge Academywww.eagleridgeacademy.org

El Colegio Charterwww.el-colegio.org

Emily O. Goodridge Greay Accelerated Charterwww.emilygreyschool.org

Excell Academy for Higher Learningwww.excellacademy.org

Four Directionswww.fourdirectionsschool.org

Fraser Academywww.fraseracademy.org

Friendship Academy of Fine Artswww.friendshipacademy.org

International Spanish Language Academywww.isla.k12.mn.us

Kaleidoscope Charterwww.kaleidoscopecharterschool.org

Learning For Leadershipwww.learningforleadership.org

Lighthouse Academy of Nationswww.lighthouse.charter.k12.mn.us

Lincoln International Highwww.lincolnhs.org

LoveWorks Academywww.loveworksacademy.org

Main Street School of Performing Artswww.performing-arts-school.org

Metropolitan Learning Alliancewww.mpls.k12.mn.us

Minneapolis Academywww.minneapolisacademy.org

Minnesota Internship Centerwww.mnic.org

Minnesota Online Highwww.mnohs.org

Minnesota Transitions Charterwww.mtcs.org

New Citywww.newcitycharterschool.org

New Millennium Academywww.newmillenniumacademy.org

New Visions Schoolwww.newvisionsacademy.com

Noble Academywww.nobleacademy.us

Odyssey Charterwww.odysseyacademy.org

Partnership Academywww.paschool.org

Perpich Center for Arts Educationwww.pcae.k12.mn.us

Prairie Seeds Academywww.psak12.org

Sage Academy Charter Schoolwww.sageacademy.org

Seven Hills Classical Academywww.sevenhillsacademy.com

Sojourner Truth Academywww.sojournertruthacademy.org

Southside Family Charterwww.southsidefamilyschool.org

Stonebridge Communitywww.stonebridgecommunityschool.org

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Twin Cities International Elementarywww.twincitiesinternationalschool.org

Watershed Highwww.watershedhs.org

Wooden Institute for Student Excellencewww.wiseschool.org

Buffalo-Hanover-Montrosewww.buffaloschools.org

Delanowww.delano.k12.mn.us


Ramsey CountyMounds Viewwww.moundsviewschools.org

North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdalewww.isd622.org

Rosevillewww.roseville.k12.mn.us

Saint Paulwww.spps.org

White Bear Lakewww.whitebear.k12.mn.us

Academia Cesar Chavezwww.cesarchavezschool.com

Academy for Sciences & Agriculturewww.agacademy.com

Achieve Language Academywww.spps.org

Avalon Charterwww.avalonschool.org

BlueSky Charterwww.blueskyschool.org

City Academy Highwww.cityacademy.org

Community of Peace Academywww.cpa.charter.k12.mn.us

Community School of Excellencewww.csemn.org

Concordia Creative Learning Academywww.cclaonline.org

Cyber Village Academywww.cva.k12.mn.us

Dugsi Academywww.dugsiacademy.org

Face to Face Academywww.face2face.org

Great Riverwww.greatriverschool.org

Higher Ground Academywww.hgacademy.org

High School for Recording Artswww.hsra.org

Hmong Academywww.hmongacademy.org

HOPE Community Academywww.hope-school.org

Jennings Experiential Highwww.jehs.org

Metro Deafwww.metrodeafschool.org

Minnesota North Star Academywww.mnnorthstaracademy.org

New Spiritwww.newspiritschool.com

Nova Classical Academywww.novaclassical.org

Saint Paul Conservatory for Performing Artistswww.spcpa.org

Twin Cities Academywww.tca.k12.mn.us

Twin Cities German Immersionwww.germanschool-mn.org

Urban Academywww.urbanacademymn.org

Yinghua Academywww.yinghuaacademy.org

Rice CountyNorthfield507-663-0600www.nfld.k12.mn.us

ARTech Charterwww.artech.k12.mn.us

Prairie Creek Communitywww.prairiecreek.org

Scott CountyBelle Plainewww.belleplaine.k12.mn.us

Jordanwww.jordan.k12.mn.us

New Praguewww.np.k12.mn.us

Prior Lake-Savagewww.priorlake-savage.k12.mn.us

Shakopeewww.shakopee.k12.mn.us

Sherburne CountyElk Riverwww.elkriver.k12.mn.us

Washington CountyForest Lakewww.forestlake.k12.mn.us

Mahtomediwww.mahtomedi.k12.mn.us

South Washington Countywww.sowashco.k12.mn.us

Stillwaterwww.stillwater.k12.mn.us Also in Washington County:

Lakes International Language Academywww.lakesinternational.org

Math and Science Academywww.mnmsa.org

New Heights Charter651-439-1962www.newheightsschool.com

North Lakes Academy Charter Middlewww.northlakesacademy.org

St. Croix Preparatory Academywww.stcroixprep.org

Valley Crossing Communitywww.vc.k12.mn.us

Wright CountyBuffalo-Hanover-Montrosewww.bhmschools.org

Delanowww.delano.k12.mn.us


St. Michael Albertvillewww.stma.k12.mn.us



Private SchoolsApproximately 10 percent of Minnesota children attend private or independent K-12 schools. In addition to offering an education alternative, this hearty percentage reduces the tax strain of the public school system. The terminology associated with private schools can sometimes be confusing. Consider this glossary:

• Private schools - Schools that are run by an individual or agency other than a governmental entity. Private schools can be religious or secular.

• Independent schools - Generally, this term refers to schools that teach a particular religion or belief under an independent administration.

• Parochial schools - While not all Catholic schools are parochial, only Catholic parishes run parochial schools.

• Nonpublic schools - This term encompasses all private and independent schools and home schools. The state government uses this term to distinguish K-12 schools outside the public school system.

Despite the tuition and fees associated with private schools, private education has expanded and become within reach for students with disadvantaged socioeconomic status. Some of the thanks goes to the Minnesota Independent School Forum (MISF), a non-profit organization forged collectively by civic, education and business leaders in the community. The MISF currently serves 40 independent high schools, which serve nearly 15,000 students across Minnesota.

Students at a MISF school have a nearly 100 percent graduation rate, and 80 percent of high school graduates go on to college. For more information, contact MISF at 651-297-6716 or visit www.misf.org.

The following pages include information for each private school, arranged by county.

Anoka CountyAl-Amalwww.al-amal.org

Anoka Seventh Day Adventistwww.andoversdachurch.org


Calvin Christianwww.calvinchristian.org

Coon Rapids Baptistwww.coonrapidsbaptist.org

Cross of Christ Lutheranwww.crossofchrist.us

Epiphany Education Centerwww.epiphanymn.org

Grace Lutheranwww.clcgracelutheranchurch.org

Minnesota Renaissancewww.mrschoolinc.com

Mount Olivewww.mtolive-anoka.org

Northside Christianwww.northsideconnection.org

St. Francis Christianwww.fbcsaintfrancis.com

St. Stephenwww.ststephenchurch.org

Totino Grace Highwww.totinograce.org

Trinity Lutheranwww.trinitysf.org

Woodcrest Baptist Academywww.woodcrestbaptistacademy.org

Zion Lutheranwww.zionlutherancrown.com

Carver CountyChapel Hill Academywww.chapel-hill.org

Emanuel Lutheranwww.elchamburg.org/els

Goddardwww.goddardschool.com

Guardian Angelswww.gachaska.org/schoolhome

Holy Family Catholic Highwww.hfchs.org

La Petite Academywww.lapetite.com

Mayer Lutheran Highwww.lhsmayer.mn.org

Southwest Christian Highwww.swchs.org

St. Bernardwww.st-bernard-cologne.org

St. Hubert’s Catholicwww.sthubert.org

St. John’s Lutheranwww.stjohnschaska.org

St. Joseph Catholicwww.stjosephwaconia.org

Trinity Lutheranwww.trinitywaconia.org

Zion Lutheranwww.zioncologne.org

BethanyAcademy

BethanyAcademy

K-12 Christian Education

Training, Inspiring, & EducatingTomorrow’s Godly Leaders

4300 West 98th StreetBloomington, MN 55437

952.831.8686, ext. 111

www.bethanyacademy.org

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Clearly Catholic Intentionally Inclusive Academically Excellent

Blessed Trinity Catholic School Pre School-Grade 8

Richfield, MN 612-866-6906

www.btcsmn.org

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Zion Lutheranwww.zionmayer.org

Dakota CountyAll Saints Catholicwww.allsaintschurch.com

All-Star Montessoriwww.Allstarsmontessori.com

Becks Montessoriwww.becksmontessori.com

Berea Lutheranwww.clclutheran.org/berea

Christian Heritage Academywww.chacademy.com

Christian Lifewww.christianlifeag.org

Convent of the Visitationwww.visitation.net

Crown of Life Lutheranwww.crownoflife.org

Faithful Shepherd Catholic Schoolwww.fscsmn.org

First Baptistwww.fbcrsmt.org

Good Shepherd Lutheranwww.goodshep.com

Holy Trinitywww.holytrinitys.org

Living Word Academywww.livingwordaflc.org

Pine Harbor Christian Academywww.theharborchurch.com

Ramalynn Montessoriwww.ramalynn.org

Southview Christianwww.scsmn.org

St. Croix Lutheran Highwww.sclhs.org

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholicwww.parshesonline.com

St. John the Baptistwww.stjohnb.com

St. John Vianneywww.stjohnvianneyschool.org

St. Joseph’s Catholicwww.stjosephcommunity.org

St. Josephwww.churchofstjoseph.org

St. Mathiaswww.stmathias.com

St. Michael651-457-2510www.stmichaelweststpaul.org

St. Thomas Academywww.cadets.com

Tesseractwww.tesseractschool.org

Trinity Lone Oak Lutheranwww.tloschool.org

Goodhue CountyConcordia Immanuel Lutheranwww.lutheransonline.com

St. John’s Lutheranwww.stjohnsgoodhue.com

St. Joseph’s Catholicwww.stjosephsschoolredwing.org

Hennepin CountyAcademy of Holy Angelswww.ahastars.org

Annunciationwww.annunciationmsp.org/school

Ascensionwww.ascensionschoolmn.org

Benilde-St. Margaret’swww.bsm-online.org

Bethany Academywww.bethanyacademy.org

Blakewww.blakeschool.org

Blessed Trinity - Richfieldwww.btcsmn.org

Bloomington Lutheranwww.bllhschool.org

Breckwww.breckschool.org

Calvary Memorialwww.cmcschool.com

Calvin Christianwww.calvinchristian.org

Carondelt Catholicwww.carondeletcatholicschool.com

Cedarcrest Academywww.cedarcrest.org

Chesterton Academywww.chestertonacademy.org

City of the Lakes Waldorfwww.clws.org

Concordia Academy Bloomingtonwww.concordiaacademy.com

De La Sallewww.delasalle.com

FAIRwww.wmep.k12.mn.us/fair

Fourth Baptist Christianwww.fourthbaptistchristianschool.org

Good Shepherd Schoolwww.gsgvschool.org

Groves Academywww.grovesacademy.org

Heritage Christian Academywww.heritageweb.org

Holy Family Academywww.holyfamilyacademy.cc

Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholicwww.ihmcs.org

International School of Minnesotawww.ism-sabis.net

King of Grace Lutheranwww.kog-els.org

Lake Countrywww.lakecountryschool.org

Life Academywww.lifeacademymn.org

Maranatha Christian Academywww.maranathachristianacademy.org

Mary Queen of Peacewww.mqpcatholicschool.org

Metropolitan Openwww.metroopenschool.org

Minneapolis Jewish Daywww.mjds.net

Minnehaha Academywww.MinnehahaAcademy.net

Minnetonka Christian Academywww.mca-sad.com

Mt. Hope-Redemptionwww.mt-hope.org

Nativity of Marywww.nativitybloomington.org

Odyssey Charterwww.odysseyacademy.org

Our Lady of Gracewww.olgschool.net

Our Lady of Peacewww.olpmn.org

Our Lady of the Lakewww.ourladyofthelake.com

Our Savior’s Lutheranwww.oslcs.org

Pilgrim Lutheranwww.pilgrimonline.net

Pope John Paul Catholicwww.popejohnpaul2ne.org

Providence Academywww.providenceacademy.org

Redeemer Lutheran952-473-5356www.redeemerwayzata.org

Risen Christwww.risenchristschool.org

Sacred Heartwww.sacredheartrobbinsdale.org

St. Alphonsuswww.stalsmn.org

St. Bartholomewwww.st-barts.org

St. Charles Borromeowww.stchb.org

St. Davidwww.stdavids.net

St. Helenawww.sainthelena.us

St. John the Baptistwww.stjohns-excelsior.org

St. Peter’s Lutheranwww.stpetersedina.org

St. Raphael763-504-9450www.srsmn.org

St. Theresewww.st-therese.org

St. Vincent De Paulwww.saintvdp.org

Step by Step Montessoriwww.stepbystepmontessori.com

Torah Academywww.torahacademymn.org

Trinity First Lutheranwww.trinityfirst.org

Trinity School at River Ridgewww.trinityschools.org

Visitationwww.visitation.net

West Lutheran Highwww.wlhs.netWatershed Highwww.watershedhs.org

Ramsey CountyApostolic Christian Academywww.apostolic.org

Capital City Advent Christianwww.ccacs.org

Central Lutheranwww.clssp.org

Concordia Academywww.concordiaacademy.com

Cretin-Derham Hallwww.cretin-derhamhall.org

Faith Baptist Christianwww.fbcstpaul.org

Friends School of Minnesotawww.fsmn.org

Gethsemane Lutheranwww.geth.org/open

Highland Catholicwww.highlandcatholic.org

Hill-Murraywww.hill-murray.org

Holy Childhoodwww.holychildhoodparish.org

Holy Spiritwww.holy-spirit.org

King of Kings Lutheranwww.kingofkingsroseville.org

Liberty Classical Academywww.libertyclassicalacademy.org

Lubavitch Chedar Daywww.lubavitchcheder.org

Maternity of Mary/St. Andrewwww.mmsaschool.org

Minnesota Waldorfwww.mnwaldorf.org

Mounds Park Academywww.moundsparkacademy.org

Nativity of Our Lordwww.nativity-mn.org

North Heights Christian Academywww.nhlc.org

Oak Hill Montessoriwww.oakhillmontessori.org

Presentation of the B.V. M.www.presentationofmary.org


St. Agnes Elementarywww.stagnesschools.org

St. Bernard’swww.saintbernards-school.org

St. Francis/St. James Unitedwww.sf-sj.org/school/school.htm

St. Jeromewww.stjeromeschool.org

St. John the Baptistwww.stjohnnyb.org

St. John the Evangelistwww.stjohnsoflc.org

St. John’s Lutheranwww.stjohnev.net

St. Markwww.saintmark-mn.org

St. Mary of the Lakewww.stmarys-wbl.org

St. Matthewwww.st-matts.org

St. Odilia Parishwww.stodilia.org

St. Pascalwww.stpascalbaylon.com

St. Paul Academy-Summitwww.spa.edu

St. Paul Academy-Summitwww.spa.edu

St. Peterwww.stpetersnsp.org

St. Pius X/Holy Familywww.spxhf-wbl.org

St. Rose of Limawww.saintroseoflima.net

Talmud Torahwww.ttsp.org

Rice CountySt. Dominicwww.churchofstdominic.org

Scott CountyOur Lady of the Prairiewww.ourladyoftheprairie.net

Prior Lake Christianwww.priorlakebaptist.org

St. John the Baptistwww.stjohnthebaptistjordan.org

St. John the Baptistwww.stjohns-savage.org

St. Michael’s Catholicwww.stmichaels-pl.org

St. Paul’s Lutheranwww.stpaulspriorlake.org

St. Wenceslauswww.stwenceslaus.org

Shakopee Area Catholicwww.sacsschools.org

Sherburn e CountySt. Andrews Catholicwww.saint-andrews.net

St. Johns Lutheran Schoolwww.sjlcas.net

Washington CountyHope Christian Academywww.hopechristianacademy.org

New Life Academywww.newlifeacademy.org

North Lakes Charter Academywww.northlakesacademy.org

St. Ambrosewww.saintambroseofwoodbury.org

St. Andrewwww.standrews-lutheran.org

St. Croix Catholicwww.stcroixcatholic.com

St. Judewww.stjudeofthelake.org

St. Peter’s Catholic Schoolwww.stpeterfl.org

Salem Lutheranwww.salemlutheran.org

Transfigurationwww.transfigurationmn.org

Wright CountySt. Michael Catholicwww.stmcatholicschool.org

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Dining with your petMore restaurants are warming up to having four-legged guests along with their humans. You and your pooch are both welcome at Moose & Sadie’s where you can take advantage of the down-to-earth friendly atmosphere and coffee-shop style food. Cesare’s Wine Bar offers scrumptious Italian fare and over 400 wine selections; it also boasts an outdoor deck with room outside the food area just for pets. At Isle’s Bun & Coffee Company, your pup can enjoy a complimentary dog biscuit while you chomp down on a mouth-watering cinnamon pastry.

Bring the kids and your pup to the Vali-Hi drive-in movie theater in Lake Elmo; enjoy the outdoor night sky, popcorn, and a triple-feature while your dog chews on a complimentary bone.

Pet GearBone Adventure, with locations in Wayzata, Edina, and Minneapolis, is the place to shop for high-end pet gear and grooming tools. You’ll also find several Petco and PetSmart locations scattered throughout the Twin Cities area.

Dog ParksThere are currently over 40 dog parks in the Twin Cities metropolitan area. Most have disposal bags, grassy areas, trees, and benches or tables for owners to rest. Some parks have fully fenced areas for off-leash play, separate areas for small dogs, or river access and ponds for the four-legged swimmers in the bunch. Some parks are free of charge while others require permit fees.Franklin Terrace is a 1.6 acre fully fenced dog park in downtown Minneapolis; furry friends and their humans could easily get lost in the woods here. Minnehaha Park is

Furry friends find comfort living in the Twin Cities

We love our furry friends and the Twin Cities area is very pet friendly. Pet owners are loaded with local resources including veterinarians, groomers, pet sitters, seminars, dog parks, and more. There

is even a local magazine devoted specifically to dog owners in the Twin Cities, TC Dog.


a 4.3-acre park that is partially fenced and heavily treed with access to the Mississippi River; it is easily one of the most popular dog parks in the area. The Alimagnet Park in Burnsville is a special park designed for small dogs or special needs dogs such as those that are timid or elderly.

Although you can find dog parks all over the Twin Cities, wintry weather conditions often force dogs and owners to stay inside. In New Hope, our furry friends can enjoy an indoor and outdoor off leash members-only dog park year-round. Dog City Dog Park even provides all your park needs, such as tennis balls, Kongs, Tugs, water and bags. Members have unlimited access to the 27,000 square feet facility 24-hours a day.

There are almost 50 official dog parks in the Twin Cities metro area where Fido can run free. Here’s a sampling of dog parks in the Twin Cities:

Bloomington • Bloomington Off-Leash Recreation

Brooklyn Park• Brookdale Park Off-Leash Dog Exercise Burnsville • Alimagnet Dog Park

Chanhassen • Lake Minnewashta Regional Park Off-

Leash Coates • Dakota Woods Dog Park Coon Rapids • Trackside Dog Park

Crystal • Bassett Creek Park Hockey Rink Off-Leash• Iron Horse Dog Park• Valley Place Off-Leash• Welcome Dog Park Eden Prairie• Bryant Lake Dog Park • Flying Cloud Dog Park • Crestwood Park Hockey Rink • Edenvale Park Hockey Rink Off-Leash • Homeward Hills Park Hockey Rink • Preserve Park Hockey Rink Off-Leash• Staring Lake Dog Park

Edina • Van Valkenburg Park Off-Leash Excelsior• Lake Minnewashta Regional Park Off-Leash

Fridley • Locke County Dog Park

Hanover • Crow-Hassan Park Reserve Off-Leash Maple Grove • Elm Creek Dog Park

Maplewood • Battle Creek Off-Leash Dog Park Minneapolis • Columbia Dog Park• Franklin Terrace Dog Park• Gateway Dog Park • Lake of the Isles Dog Park• Loring Park Dog Park• Minnehaha Dog Park • North Loop Dog Play Area • St. Anthony Parkway Dog Park Plymouth • Egan Dog Park Prior Lake • Cleary Lake Regional Dog Park

Rockford • Lake Sarah Dog Park Rogers • Crow-Hassan Dog Park Rosemount • Schwartz Pond Dog Park Roseville • Woodview Dog Park

St. Louis Park • Bass Lake Dog Park• Cedar Knoll Off-Leash Dog Park • Dakota Park Off-Leash Dog Park St. Paul • Arlington Dog Park • Kaposia Landing Off-Leash

Maplewood• Battle Creek Dog Park

Rockford • Lake Sarah Regional Park Off-Leash

Rosemount • Dakota Woods Dog Park Shoreview • Rice Creek Dog Park

Victoria • Carver Park Reserve Off-Leash White Bear Lake• Otter Lake Dog Park

Woodbury • Dale Road Open Space Off-Leash

With the recent trend of urban living, the downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul areas are overwhelmed with pet owners. To meet the demand for more pet-friendly areas closer to home, private and public groups have partnered together to plan out several new dog parks or pet areas for the downtown area. In addition to dog parks, you’ll find numerous parks and neighborhoods with walking trails where pets are allowed. Always be sure to keep your dog on a leash and pick up after your pet.

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Dog park etiquetteDogs need exercise in order to be well-behaved companions, especially in their first few years of life. We no longer live in areas where dogs come and go as they please, so exercising them can be a challenge. Fortunately, the Twin Cities has many wonderful dog parks where you can let your dog run off leash to play and romp to his heart’s content! Dog parks also help keep our dogs’ social skills up to par. There are more households that have dogs than those that don’t and we run into people with dogs all the time. It’s imperative for dogs to be able to communicate and interact normally with members of their own species. Here are some tips for dog park etiquette for you, your children and your pet.• Always clean up after your dog.

• Dogs under 25 pounds should only use dog parks that contain small dog areas – if a small dog slips and squeals while being chased by others, he may be perceived as a prey animal and could be attacked. Be your small dog’s advocate and keep safety first!

• Train your dog! Make sure your dog will come when called, sit to put his leash on, and not jump up on strangers. If your dog is lacking these skills, consider taking your dog through the Minnesota Valley Humane Society’s Canine U Better Dog 1 class. Contact the Minnesota Valley Humane Society located at 952-894-5000.

• Keep moving! Though it’s fine to chat with other dog parents, it’s good to walk around so your dog does not start to guard territory from new dogs that appear. This

also helps your dog keep one eye on you at all times!

• Make sure your dog is safe around adults, children, and other dogs. If your dog is a danger to anyone, he should not be at the park. If your dog is possessive of toys or food, guide your dog away from the things he guards.

• Supervise your children at the dog park. Children should not be allowed to run at the park, as this may cause dogs to chase and nip or even bite them. Always have your kids ask for permission before petting a strange dog.

• Don’t punish someone else’s dog. If a strange dog jumps on you, turn away and ignore the dog. Do not feed strange dogs treats because they may guard food from your own dog.

• Consider your dog’s personality. Just like kids, some dogs are tough bullies and others are timid. Be sure your dog is truly having fun at the dog park and not spoiling anyone else’s good time, either.

• Never bring a dog in heat into the dog park. The best dog park dogs are spayed or neutered, as they are less likely to roam or get into fights with others.

• Make sure your dog is healthy. Be sure he is up-to-date on his vaccinations and clear of any internal or external parasites.

Pet-friendly places to liveYou’ll also find many pet-friendly places to live in the downtown areas of Minneapolis-Saint Paul. A few of the pet friendly buildings that cater to dog lovers and have built on-site dog runs include:

Grant ParkSkyscapeVillage Lofts of St. Anthony Falls5th Avenue LoftsSecurity Warehouse LoftsHerschel Lofts The Plaza

FormoreinformationonTwinCitiespet-friendlyloftsorcondos,contactAndyAsburywiththeTheAsburyGroupat612-616-3059.

Sources:TheAsburyGroup,www.minnesotaloftsandcondos.com,612-616-3059MinnesotaValleyHumaneSociety,www.mvhspets.org,952-894-5000


With Minnesota’s many lakes, rivers and beautiful forests, Mother Nature remains

the number one attraction in the Twin Cities and throughout the state. However, with the addition of Target Field and TCF Bank Stadium, spectator sports are running a close second.

There are over 12,000 lakes in Minnesota, with over 900 in the Metro area alone! Fishing and other water sports are found on the many lakes, rivers and streams throughout the area. There are also two waterfalls in Minneapolis: St. Anthony Falls, the only true fall on the entire length of the Mississippi; and Minnehaha Falls, which inspired Longfellow’s famed poem The Song ofHiawatha. In addition to its many lakes and forests, for fishing, hiking, water sports and hunting, Minnesota also offers an extensive network of hiking and bicycling trails. Despite the long winters, Minnesota has over 500 golf courses, depending on who is counting. And Minnesotans do love their golf. Perhaps it is an overreaction to winter, but in terms of per capita participation, Minnesota ranks #1 in the country.

The Twin Cities and Minnesota have everything to offer spectator fans. Major league professional sports include the Minnesota Vikings football, The Minnesota Vixens women’s pro football, Minnesota Twins baseball, Minnesota Timberwolves basketball, Minnesota Lynx women’s basketball, Minnesota Wild hockey and Minnesota Swarm lacrosse teams. The University of Minnesota, the main campus of which is located in Minneapolis, provides major college sports. There are also minor league soccer and baseball teams in the Twin Cities.

Horseracing is featured at Canterbury Park in the southern metro in Shakopee. Skiers and snow boarders can choose from five ski areas in the Twin Cities area. If you’re looking for a family day outside, there are many apple orchards in the Twin Cities or a short drive away.

As you can see, the Twin Cities offers first-class viewing of major sporting events as well as a wealth of Mother Nature’s offerings. For more information about recreational activities and professional sports teams in the Twin Cities, check out our listings sections:

• Public Golf Courses: p. 41• Apple Orchards: p. 40• Biking Trails: p 41• Boating Activities: p. 41• Minnesota Pro-Sports Teams: p. 43• Area Parks: p. 40• Recreation: p. 45• National & State Parks: p. 44• Ski Areas: p. 46• Race Car Parks: p. 44

Metropolitan Regional Parks and moreThe Twin Cities area’s nationally renowned system of regional parks contributes significantly to our high quality of life. Preserving green space for wildlife habitat and recreation enhances the region’s livability and thus its economic strength.

The seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area boasts a regional parks system that includes 49 parks and park reserves and six special recreation features totaling about 53,000 acres open for public use. The parks range from urban lake environments

and suburban nature centers to a working farm and large tracts of rural open space. Preserving parkland and open space protects valuable natural resources and makes communities more attractive and livable. Visitors to regional parks can walk, bike, swim, picnic and enjoy dozens of other activities. The most popular parks include the Minneapolis Chain of Lakes, Mississippi River Gorge, Como Zoo and Conservatory, Minnehaha Falls and Nokomis-Hiawatha Regional Park.

Visit www.metrocouncil.org/parks to locate all the regional parks and the recreational opportunities they contain.

Target Field Opened for Minnesota Twins Fans in 2010Target Field is not only the premier sporting and entertainment venue in the Upper

Mother Nature #1 attractionwithspectatorsportsrunningaclosesecond

! regional parks• 29 regional trails totaling 177 miles

• Open year-round

• Thirty-three million visits annually

• Operated by 10 partnering cities, counties and

special districts

• Some parks have free admission for entrance by

vehicle, while other require daily or annual passes

• Free admission for all parks for entrance if you walk

or ride your bicycle

Source: www.metrocouncil.org

Lake Calhoun, Minneapolis

St. Paul artist Ray Barton drew baseball players

Minnie and Paul in 1961. The cartoon images were

slated for Dixie Cups at the Metropolitan Stadium,

but then-owner Calvin Griffith made them the

official Twins logo.

Target Field / Photo: Dustin Read

i did you know?

Midway Stadium – Home of the Saint Paul Saints minor league baseball team / Photo: Saint Paul Saints

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Midwest, it is also one of the most unique, spectacular parks in all of Major League Baseball. Target Field officially opened on April 12, 2010 when the Twins hosted the Boston Red Sox. The ballpark is designed to provide fans with an outstanding venue to watch baseball and is a wonderful civic landmark for the city of Minneapolis and the entire state of Minnesota. Target Field features spectacular views of the Minneapolis skyline and superior sight lines from every seat.

The total seating is approximately 40,000 with nearly half of all seats in the lower bowl. Target Field features one of the closest seating bowls to the playing field in all of Major League Baseball. It has approximately 18,500 infield seats. Target Field features a 360-degree open main concourse, giving fans an uninterrupted view of the playing field. The concourses are twice as wide as those in the old Metrodome.

Target Field has also been given the title of the “greenest ballpark in America”. The U.S. Green Building Council gave Target Field their highest ever rating. The stadium was built with efficient lighting, a recycling program, and water saving features. The restroom faucets put air bubbles in the stream so less water comes out, and a water recycling system captures rain that’s later used to irrigate the field and wash the stadium. Burning garbage makes steam for radiant heaters, and even the scoreboard is energy friendly. The Minnesota State Legislature,

the Ballpark Authority, and the Minnesota Twins Baseball Team together gave an extra $2.5 million to fund green construction.

TCF Bank Golden Gopher StadiumTCF Bank Stadium is the home for Big Ten Football. The process of building an on-campus stadium began in 2003 when the University of Minnesota began exploring their options for this new facility. Gopher fans’ dreams became a reality on January 23, 2007 when the Board of Regents approved the schematic design and budget for TCF Bank Stadium. In July 2007, construction officially began. The stadium is not just a home for Golden Gopher Football and the University of Minnesota Marching Band; it is the home of college football tradition for all the residents of Minnesota.

The 50,805 seat on-campus horseshoe style stadium was designed to support future expansion to seat up to 80,000 people. The video board in the east end zone is the third-largest video board in all of college football. The stadium’s cost totaled $288.5 million, of which the university paid 52% and the state of Minnesota the remaining 48%. The Shakopee Mdewkanton Sioux Community agreed to donate $10 million for stadium construction, the largest gift Gopher athletics had ever received. The university will match an additional $2.5 million to create a $5 million endowment for scholarships for Native American and low-income students.

i tcf bank stadium

i target field• Twins baseball in Minnesota being played outdoors

for the first time since 1981

• Target Plaza includes 1500 pound bronze glove

and player statues of Harmon Killebrew, Rod Carew,

and Kirby Puckett

• Heated concessions, restrooms, restaurant and

lounge areas

• 20,000 parking space within 5 blocks of ballpark

• Transportation options to Target Field include

light rails transit, Northstar Commuter Rail, a Metro

Transit bus hub, bike trails

• Among the most accessible in pro-sports for fans

with disabilities

Source: www.ballparkauthority.com

• TCF Bank Stadium is the first Big Ten Stadium

constructed since 1960.

• At the project’s peak, 750 construction workers

were working on TCF Bank Stadium.

• The design of TCF Bank Stadium allows for

potential expansion to 80,000 seats.

• There are approximately 25,000 seats with

permanent chair backs.

• There are 113 restrooms in TCF Bank Stadium,

which include 625 toilets and 268 urinals.

• In excess of 8,800 tons of structural steel was used

in the project, with 97% being recycled steel.

• TCF Bank Stadium contains 24,000 yards of cast-in-

place concrete, which is enough concrete to pour

a 4” thick by 5’ wide sidewalk from Minneapolis to

Rochester, MN. (74 miles).

• TCF Bank Stadium has 844 doors.

• Stadium is also home to University of Minnesota

Marching Band.

Source: www.stadium/gophersports.com

TCF Bank Stadium / Photo: Bruce Kluckhohn

Target Field / Photo: Minnesota Twins


The easiest and most convenient way to travel around the Twin Cities is by

personal automobile via the extensive highway system. It includes interstate freeways, state highways, and county and city streets that will get you anywhere you would like to go.

The bus system is also quite extensive and will take you to most places within the Twin Cities with the exception of the far outer ring suburbs. If you are traveling to and from Minneapolis and the south metro area, then the light rail could be your ride. It travels every ten minutes from the Mall of America to downtown Minneapolis with many stops in-between.

Finally if you need to travel to out-state Minnesota or outside of Minnesota or the U.S., then the Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport offers excellent service..

By Air Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) was founded in 1923 on land formerly used for auto racing. Originally called Twin

Cities Airport-Wold Chamberlain Field, the airport soon became home to Northwest Airways. Today, MSP is a hub for the nation’s largest airline, Delta. The airport also is served by every other major airline. From MSP, travelers can book daily nonstop flights to 142 domestic and 20 international destinations. The Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is located at 4300 Glumack Drive, St. Paul, MN 55111 (612-726-5555).

Humphrey Terminal, which is the largest site for chartered flights in the country, is located a short distance from the Lindberg Terminal. Local airlines, such as Sun Country call the Humphrey Terminal home, along with AirTran Airways, Southwest Airlines and Iceland Air. The terminals are connected by light rail that runs 24 hours a day. The Humphrey Terminal is located at 7150 Humphrey Drive, Minneapolis, MN 55450 (612-726-5800). For more information visit www.mspairport.com.

Traveling around the Twin Cities

Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport serves as a major hub for Delta Airlines / Photo: Delta Airlines

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By Bus or Light RailMetro Transit is one of the country’s largest transit systems, providing roughly 95 percent of the 73 million bus trips taken annually in the Twin Cities. Each weekday customers board Metro Transit buses an average of 200,000 times.

Metro Transit operates the Hiawatha light-rail line and 129 bus routes. Sixty-eight are local-service routes, 47 are express routes, and 14 are contract service routes. Metro Transit uses a fleet of 878 buses. The majority of the company’s fleet (818) are standard 40-foot buses while 140 are articulated buses and two are coach buses. All Metro Transit buses are equipped with wheelchair lifts or ramps and racks for bicycles. All trains feature step-free boarding, bicycle racks and luggage storage areas.

To ensure safety for customers and drivers, Metro Transit has its own police department. They have 144 Metropolitan Transit Police officers who work full-time and part-time to enforce laws pertaining to safety on buses, on trains and at bus stops and rail stations.

Because light rail is new to this area, there are a few important things to keep in mind.

Light-rail trains travel in both directions on the tracks. Unlike freight trains, they are extremely fast and quiet. Carefully look both ways when crossing tracks, and cross at marked areas only. Walk bikes across the tracks to avoid getting tires stuck in the tracks.

Metro Transit is located at 560 Sixth Ave. North, Minneapolis, MN 55411. For more information, call 612-373-3333 or visit www.metrotransit.org, www.mvta.com, www.swtransit.org.

By CarAny one who drives a motor vehicle on public streets or highways in Minnesota must carry a valid driver’s license. If you’ve never had one in any state or country, you must apply for an instruction permit and pass a knowledge test, a vision test and a road test.

If you are moving to Minnesota from another state, certain U.S. territories or Canada, you can obtain a license by passing a knowledge and vision test.

If you’ve become a resident of Minnesota and have in your possession a valid driver’s license issued, you have 60 days to obtain your Minnesota license. For more information visit www.dps.state.mn.us.

Hiawatha LRT downtown Minneapolis

We know your neighborhood better than anyone.

Let Metro Transit show you around. We can take you from home to work as easily as we can get you to the neighborhood coffee shop.

Save more than the price of gas.

Using Metro Transit saves money on gas and parking costs but that’s not all. When you leave your car at home, you’re helping save the environment as well.

In addition to offering bus and train service, we can help match you with others looking to form a carpool or vanpool and we have resources for those who prefer to bike or walk.

It’s easy to get started.

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Highways & BywaysThe average commute in the Twin Cities is about 25 minutes. The two major interstates that run through the Twin Cities are I-35, which splits into 35 East and 35 West, and I-94, which runs east to west. Interstate 494 and 694 provide a bypass for the Twin Cities by encircling the entire metro area.

Traffic Management

Travelers in the Twin Cities Metro area have the opportunity to receive current traffic information through a variety of media. Information is available on the radio, Internet, telephone, and there is even an e-mail and paging service that sends out updates. Real-time traffic maps, roadwork information, incident information and travel information can be found at 511mn.org or by dialing 511. For more information visit www.dot.state.mn.us.

Car Pooling and Toll LanesThe Twin Cities metro has many services such as high occupancy vehicle lanes, free or discounted parking and ramp meter bypasses. If you drive alone on I-35W or I-394 you can enjoy MnPASS Express Lanes.

For a modest fee you can enjoy “express” travel between the southern suburbs and downtown Minneapolis. For information visit www.mnpass.net or call 1-866-397-4334.

Other Travel Options Many people are interested in keeping commuting costs low combined with the help of self propelled vehicles while preserving the environment and themselves. The Twin Cities has extensive biking, walking and hiking trails. For more information visit www.minneapolisparks.org or www.mntrails.com. There are other ways for more personal door-to-door services such as taxi and limousine services. There are also restored street cars, horse-and-buggies, riverboats and passenger bicycles available for alternative and pleasant excursions.

Snow Emergency & Winter Parking RestrictionsSnow is inevitable in the metro area and when it gets bad enough the area declares

a snow emergency, which puts temporary restrictions on parking to allow the plows to get through. Those who don’t move their car will most likely be towed.

MinneapolisFor up-to-date information regarding snow emergencies and winter parking restrictions in Minneapolis, visit www.minneapolismn.gov/residents/trans or call 612-348-7669.

Saint PaulWhen Saint Paul gets 3“ or more of snow or an accumulation of 3” of snow over several days, you can expect the City to declare a Snow Emergency. For more information regarding snow emergencies and winter parking restrictions in St. Paul, visit www.stpaul.gov or call 651-266-7569.

Other CitiesFor information for other municipalities, contact the appropriate city office.

Metro Valley Transit Bus 2.0 (technology bus) at Burnsville Transit Station / Photo: MVTA

Apple Valley Transit Station / Photo: MVTA

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You’ve got a new address and new neighbors – now find a new way to move around the Twin Cities.

Metro Transit can help. We can take you from home to work as easily as we can get you to the neighborhood coffee shop.

Metro Transit is the transportation resource for the Twin Cities, offering an integrated network of buses and trains as well

as resources to help you carpool, vanpool, walk or bike.

If buses or trains don’t work for your situation, consider other ways of sharing the ride. Metro Transit has an online Rideshare Planner to help match people who travel the same direction and time. We have resources for bicycle commuters, too.

No matter which option you choose, you’ll save money, cut down on the frustration of traffic congestion and help reduce your carbon footprint.

Taking the busMetro Transit is one of the country’s largest transit systems, providing service on more than 120 bus routes. Many routes are timed to connect with others so you can keep moving. There are also connections with suburban transit providers so you can travel all across the region.

Your life moves fast, that’s why Metro Transit has the Hi-Frequency network – a system of 12 routes with service every 15 minutes (or better) throughout most of the day on weekdays and Saturdays.

Taking the trainThe Hiawatha Line links downtown Minneapolis, the airport and Mall of America. Hop on at any of the 19 stations and experience the train for yourself. You won’t be alone. Customers took the train more than 10.4 million times in 2011.

If you’re commuting from the Northwest metro, the ride is easier on the Northstar Line, the state’s first commuter rail line. It offers daily service from Big Lake to downtown Minneapolis (Target Field) with stations at Elk River, Anoka, Coon Rapids and Fridley. Get details at metrotransit.org/northstar.

Park & Ride lotsIf transit doesn’t serve your neighborhood directly, there’s a route nearby. Metro Transit and suburban transit providers operate more than 100 free Park & Ride lots where you can leave your car behind and hop on a bus or train for a relaxing ride. Find the Park & Ride lot nearest you at metrotransit.org.

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Make riding more economical – buy a pass!Buying fares in advance saves you even more because every pass includes bonus rides. When you start riding more frequently, you’ll want a Go-To Card, a rechargeable pass that you can use over and over. You board faster because your fare is deducted instantly when you touch your card to a reader on the bus or at the rail station.

Learn about all transit pass options at www.metrotransit.org – you can even buy your pass online!

Talk to your employer about Metropass, the premier transit pass available only through participating employers. Metropass offers unlimited rides on any regular-route bus or any train at any time! To see if your employer participates, visit the Fares & Passes section at www.metrotransit.org.

We’ll help you get startedVisit www.metrotransit.org to learn how to improve your commute. Here you’ll find these helpful resources to get you started:

• Trip Planner• Interactive transit map• NexTrip (real-time departure

times)• Schedules for all regional buses

and trains• Rideshare Planner that matches interested

drivers and riders• Park & Ride Finder• Bicycling & walking resources• Other suburban transit services

RideshareIf you want to share the ride, Metro Transit can help match you with other commuters. We maintain a list of more than 3,500 commuters – if there isn’t a match at first,

you should check back often since potential carpoolers are added every day. Creating an account with our Rideshare Planner is easy.

Sharing the ride saves money and time! Carpools and vanpools can use ramp-meter bypasses and special freeway lanes so you keep moving – even when traffic is backed up.

Metro VanpoolWe can help employees lease vehicles for money-saving vanpools that carry between five and 15 commuters. The larger the group, the bigger the savings. Learn more at www.metrotransit.org/vanpool.

Guaranteed Ride HomeCommuters who ride the bus or train, carpool, vanpool, bicycle or walk at least three times a week to work or school are eligible for this free perk. All you need to do is register at www.metrotransit.org/grh.

The Guaranteed Ride Home program ensures that you have a ride if you need it – for example, if you have a family issue or need to work unexpected hours.

BicyclingOur region likes to bike! The Twin Cities ranks first in the nation for percentage of commuters who bicycle. Many commuters combine bicycling and transit – all Metro Transit buses and trains have free bicycle racks.

Visit www.metrotransit.org for resources on bicycle commuting, information on bike lockers available for rent, safety tips and incentive programs like the Commuter Challenge, where you can earn rewards for your commitment to bicycling.

See for yourself – check out your options todayLet Metro Transit take you where you want to go! For instant help in finding the transit route that fits your needs, use the interactive Trip Planner at www.metrotransit.org. Give a starting point, destination and time of travel. In just seconds, you’ll have route options, fare information and links to maps.

We also have transit experts ready to lend their assistance. Call 612-373-3333 and get a personalized itinerary with directions to the closest transit stop or Park & Ride lot.

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Minnesota is in the top 10 of healthiest states in America. We also boast the highest

percentage of adults who exercise, as well as the third-lowest infant mortality rate and third highest percentage of the population covered by health insurance. In this section, you’ll find hospitals and clinics located in each county in the metro area. For additional information about these facilities, turn to page 57.

Minnesota is a national center for groundbreaking medical technologies, treatment and initiatives to improve its residents’ health. Health-maintenance organizations (HMOs) started in the Twin Cites. Fridley-based Medtronic manufactures medical devices that serve a wide range of functions for patients. The Mayo Clinic, located in Rochester, is home

to some of the finest medical specialists and its patients range from local residents to heads of state from countries around the globe. Hennepin County Medical Center (HCMC) is widely regarded as one of the best hospitals in the nation for senior and extended care. The Hazelden Foundation has also earned a world-class reputation for treating alcohol and chemical abuse.

Mayo ClinicOne of the most recognizable health care facilities in the world is located in Minnesota. Although Mayo Clinic is not located in the Twin Cities metropolitan area, it is easily accessible to all Midwest residents. Rochester is located 10 miles north of Interstate 90 and about 50 miles east of Interstate 35. U.S. Highway 52, a

four-lane highway, connects Rochester to the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul., which are approximately 90 miles to the northwest. U.S. Highways 14 and 63 also intersect with Rochester.

Mayo Clinic, Saint Mary’s Hospital and Rochester Methodist Hospital form the largest integrated medical center in the world, providing comprehensive diagnosis and treatment in virtually all medical and surgical specialties. More than 350,000 patients from all walks of life seek answers at Mayo Clinic each year.

Mayo Clinic, Saint Mary’s Hospital and Rochester Methodist Hospital form an integrated medical center dedicated to providing comprehensive diagnosis and

Healthcare in the Twin Cities


treatment in virtually every medical and surgical specialty.

Mayo Health System also is a family of clinics, hospitals, and health care facilities serving 70 communities in Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin. Mayo Health System links the expertise of Mayo Clinic with health care providers in local communities to offer patients a full spectrum of health care options. Patients receive quality health care at their local clinic or hospital, and, when needed, can receive highly specialized care at Mayo Clinic.

Nearly 800 physicians and 13,000 allied health staff are employed by Mayo Health System organizations. More than 100 Mayo Clinic physicians from 25 specialties regularly see patients at the Mayo Health System. In

addition to having health care facilities in 70 communities, the system includes 17 owned hospitals, eight owned nursing homes and contract management agreements with two additional hospitals and one nursing home.

Since its inception in 1992, Mayo Health System has grown from a new idea to one of the most successful regional health care systems in America. Last year, Mayo Health System served more than a million patients. Mayo Health System is a national leader in quality and safety efforts and the winner of six Acclaim awards, presented by the American Medical Group Association, to the highest quality hospitals in the nation. For people in Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin, Mayo Health System means quality health care close to home.

Healthcare frompage45

Children’s Hospitals and Clinics

A Typical Day at Mayo Clinic

Outpatient visits 5,764

Admissions to the hospital 241

Surgical procedures 205

Lab tests 41,000

Radiology procedures 3,779

CT scans 647

Chest X-rays 702

MRIs 244

Units of blood and blood components used 213

2008 Statistics

Unique patients 338,937

Outpatients visits 1.5 million

Staff physicians and scientists 1,995

Residents, fellows and temporary professionals 2,721

Allied health staff (clinic and hospital) 27,632

Total Staff 32,348

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Hospitals & Clinics

Most of the following facilities are full-service hospitals with emergency

services. For more information regarding these hospitals and clinics, turn to page 57.

Anoka CountyMercy Hospitalwww.mercyunity.com

Unity Hospitalwww.mercyunity.com

Carver CountyPark Nicollet Clinicwww.parknicollet.com

Ridgeview Chanhassen Clinicwww.ridgeviewmedical.org

Ridgeview Medical Centerwww.ridgeviewmedical.org

Chisago CountyHazelden Foundationwww.hazelden.org

Dakota CountyAllina Medical Clinic-Hastingswww.allina.com

Allina Medical Clinic-Eaganwww.allina.com

Allina Medical Clinic-Niningerwww.allina.com

Apple Valley Medical Centerwww.applevalleymc.com

Fairview Ridges Hospitalwww.ridges.fairview.org

HealthPartners-Inver Grove Heights Clinicwww.healthpartners.com

HealthPartners-Apple Valley Clinicwww.healthpartners.com

Northfield City Hospitalwww.northfieldhospital.org

Regina Medical Center 651-480-4100www.reginamedical.org

Goodhue CountyCannon Falls Medical Center www.cannonhealth.org

Fairview Red Wing Medical Centerwww.redwing.fairview.org

Lake City Medical Center Mayo Healthwww.mayohealthsystem.org

Hennepin CountyAbbott Northwestern Hospital/Sister Kenny Institutewww.abbottnorthwestern.com

Centennial Lakes Same Day Surgery Centerwww.healthsouth.com

Children’s Hospitals & Clinics of Minnesotawww.childrensmn.org

Children’s Hospitals & Clinics of Minnesota West www.childrenmn.org

Courage Centerwww.courage.org

Fairview Hospital-Southdalewww.southdale.fairview.org

Fairview Hospital-Maple Grove www.maplegrove.fairview.org

Fairview University Medical Center-Riverside Campuswww.fairview.org

Fairview-University Campuswww.fairview.org

Hennepin County Medical Centerwww.hcmc.org

Hennepin Faculty Associateswww.HFAhealth.com

Methodist Hospitalwww.parknicollet.com

North Memorial Medical Centerwww.northmemorial.com

Park Nicollet Clinicwww.parknicollet.com

Phillips Eye Institutewww.phillipseyeinstitute.com

Regency Hospitalwww.regencyhospital.com

Shriners Hospitals for Children-Twin Cities www.shrinershq.org/shc/twincities

TRIA Orthopedic Centerwww.tria.com Veterans Affairs Medical Center763-588-2750

WESTHealthwww.westhealth.com

Ramsey CountyBethesda Rehabilitation Hospitalwww.bethesdahospital.org

Children’s Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota-Roseville www.childrensmn.org

Children’s Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesotawww.childrensmn.org

Gillette Children’s Specialty Healthcarewww.gillettechildrens.org

HealthEast Midway Outpatient Centerwww.healtheast.org

Regions Hospitalwww.regionshospital.com

St. John’s Hospitalwww.healtheast.org

St. Joseph’s Hospitalwww.stjosephs-stpaul.org

United Hospital, Inc.www.unitedhospital.com

Rice CountyAllina Medical Clinic-Northfieldwww.allina.com

District One Hospitalwww.districtonehospital.com

Scott CountyQueen of Peace Hospitalwww.queenofpeacehospital.org

St. Francis Regional Medical Centerwww.stfrancisshakopee.com

Sherburne CountyMonticello Big Lake Community Hospitalwww.mblch.com

Washington CountyChildren’s Hospitals and Clinics of MN-Woodwinds www.childrensmn.org

Healtheast Woodwinds Hospitalwww.woodwinds.org

Lakeview Hospitalwww.lakeview.org

Wright CountyElk Ridge Health Allina Medical Clinic www.allina.com

Buffalo Hospitalwww.buffalohospital.org

i Hazelden FoundationFor individuals, families, and communities struggling

with addiction to alcohol and other drugs,

Hazelden helps people transform their lives by

providing the best addiction treatment and recovery

services as well as education, research, and publishing

products available today.

Since its 1949 founding in a Minnesota lakeside

farmhouse, Hazelden has grown into one of the

world’s largest and most respected private not-for-

profit alcohol and drug addiction treatment centers.

Thousands from every state and more than 40

countries have turned to Hazelden for quality care and

expertise on addiction and recovery issues. Hazelden’s

dream is the same today as it was for its founders -

helping alcoholics and addicts in their recovery.

Hazelden’s web site, at hazelden.org, recorded

3,860,000 visits in 2009. Through their web site,

Hazelden touched the lives of over 100,000 people

every day in 2009 with their free daily inspirational

email, Today’s Gift. The recipients share these emails

with thousands of other people. In addition, through

free electronic iCare Cards and eMedallions, thousands

of people were able to offer supportive messages to

friends and loved ones.

For more information, call 1-800-257-7810 or email

[email protected] or visit their website at www.

hazelden.org.


When the Mall of America was completed in 1992, it quickly became one of the

country’s leading tourist attractions. It is the nation’s largest indoor shopping mall. The Mall of America is located on the old site of Metropolitan Stadium, once home of the Minnesota Vikings football and Twins baseball teams. It is so huge that it could contain seven Yankee Stadiums! There are so many stores and businesses, that if you

spent 10 minutes in each, it would take you 86 hours to visit them all. Its central hub is so large there is an amusement park including a roller coaster and many other rides. Sea Life Minnesota Aquarium is another major Mall of America attraction.

Both Minneapolis and Saint Paul downtown areas, not to be outdone by the Mall of America for indoor shopping, have both become essentially indoor cities, with extensive skyway networks. “Skyways” are second level pedestrian bridges connecting buildings. Seventy-two square blocks of downtown Minneapolis are connected by 62 skyways. Saint Paul has approximately half that many. What this means to the shopper is an indoor shopping and discovery adventure in two cities where much of the action is on the second level, rather than street level as with most other cities. It’s like one huge gerbil paradise!

For shoppers who enjoy outdoor sidewalk shopping, there are also many beautiful and quaint shopping areas filled with antiques, gift and clothing shops, bookstores, espresso cafes and restaurants.

Discovering the good life

Mall of America, Bloomington / Photo: Mall of America

Nicollet Avenue Entertainment / Photo: Meet MinneapolisValleyfair! Amusement Park / Photo: Valleyfair!

50th and France, Edina / Photo: Meet Minneapolis

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ShoppingHere’s a quick look at some of what the Twin Cities offers shoppers. Also, see page 45 for additional listings of shopping and dining and areas.

Downtown Minneapolis: Connected by 62 Skyways, 72 square blocks of Downtown Minneapolis are now indoors!

Uptown: Cappuccino Corner! Many independent stores and restaurants, located near the intersection of Lake Street and Hennepin Avenue.

Linden Hills: A hilly, 1920s-like shopping village, located at 43rd and Upton Avenue South.

Dinkytown: Busy retail area on University of Minnesota campus.

Edina 50th and France: Upscale shopping and dining, located near 50th and France.

Southdale: Nation’s first indoor shopping mall in 1956 and still spectacular at 66th and France Ave. S.

Galleria: Fashion, dining, and more at 69th and France Avenue South.

Lake Minnetonka:Located about 30 minutes west of Downtown, picturesque towns of Wayzata, Mound and Excelsior.

Excelsior: Fascinating main street shopping on the shores of the lake, offering a day of shopping, antique stores, dining, and a boat cruise. Wayzata: Upscale shopping on Minnetonka Lake’s north side.

St. Paul Grand Avenue: St. Paul’s hippest shopping area spans 30 blocks from Mississippi River to Downtown Saint Paul.

Highland Park: A nice, concentrated shopping area located at Ford Parkway and Cleveland Ave. not far from Minnehaha Falls.

Stillwater: Historic small-town shopping at its best includes a lift bridge, antique stores, and vintage main street shopping.

Source: www.twincitiestours.com/shopping

Dining

The Twin Cities area offers a wide array of dining experiences. Just a few of the

highlights for area restaurants are shown below. Visit www.twincitiesdiningguide.com or 10best.com for restaurant profiles, menus, photos, and links. Also, turn to page 59 for additional listings of shopping and dining areas

Saint PaulSt. Paul is an historic city, which attracts tourists, business people and politicians visiting the State Capital. Patrons of St. Paul restaurants can enjoy a romantic meal, a leisurely dinner, a business meeting, a political power lunch or a family dinner at affordable prices. St. Paul offers all of the national restaurant chains and fast food options, but you’ll also want to branch out and give a few of the locally owned St. Paul eateries a shot. St. Paul cafes are great lunch options and seafood in St. Paul is top-notch. Whether craving comfort food or international cuisine, St. Paul cafes and restaurants offer great dining options.

MinneapolisMinneapolis has dining options to meet every palate, from favorite fast-food haunts to four-star cuisine. From Minneapolis city center to the suburbs and the Mississippi Riverbank, Minneapolis is bursting with fine dining establishments, restaurants for all budgets, sidewalk snack kiosks, hip cafés, quaint coffee shops and cozy brew pubs. Many local chefs delight in using organic and locally produced ingredients. You’ll find Minneapolis dining offers an assortment of edible goodies, thirst quenchers, and a varied range of taste sensations from ethnic cuisine to traditional, home-style Yankee cooking.

Red carpet treatment at Crave / Photo: Meet Minneapolis

Mickey’s Diner / Photo: Pat Laurel; Saint Paul CVA

Crave, Mall of America / Photo: Meet Minneapolis

Pazzaluna / Photo: Meet Minneapolis

Brit’s Pub / Photo: Meet Minneapolis


Arts and Culture

The Twin Cities is a cornucopia of arts and culture. There are five major art museums

including the newly-remodeled Walker Art Center and the giant Minneapolis Institute of the Arts. There are seven history museums, including the Mill City Museum, built within the ruins of the original General Mills flour mill. You will find several science museums, including the Bakken Museum of Electricity in Life, founded by Earl Bakken, inventor of the cardiac pacemaker, and the Science Museum of Minnesota. In addition, there is a continuing explosion of local art and art galleries in every corner of the Twin Cities and beyond.

The Twin Cities area is noted for its music recording and production ties, which include Grammy-winning artist Prince, and music producer Terry Lewis. Additionally, the Twin Cities is ranked second only to New York in total theater seats per capita, and features 130 art galleries, 20 classical music groups, 15 museums and 10 dance companies.

In 1963, shortly after Sir Tyrone Guthrie established his famed Guthrie Theater in Minneapolis, it was noted by area farmers that the wheat in their fields produced greater yields; and their lowing cattle, snorting swine and clucking hens hit stunning harmonic variations. Young farm boys and girls danced through meadows like butterflies ballerinas. Migratory birds refused to leave in autumn.

The Irish-born Sir Tyrone, whose reputation was that of the greatest theater director in

the world, weary of the growing commercial demands of Broadway (musicals), and passionate about his own theatrical ideas, envisioned a repertory theater somewhere in the heartland of America. Minneapolis landed the plum.

Whether it is music, theater, ballet, comedy or opera, you will find it all here. During an average Twin Cities’ week-end you can choose between 29 plays, 6 dance performances, 8 pop music concerts, 2 jazz concerts, 3 major art exhibits, 24 gallery shows, five comedy acts.

For Minneapolis, “Broadway” is Hennepin Avenue, and “Off Broadway” is, well, Off Hennepin, which may be anywhere in the Metro area. Theater clusters include the West Bank in Minneapolis and The St. Paul Warehouse District. However, there are many other theaters scattered about the far-flung cultural universe of the Twin Cities.

The Minnesota Arts Board is a state agency that stimulates and encourages the creation, performance and appreciation of the arts in the state.

Go to our listing sections for more information regarding arts education, landscape design, museums, galleries, historic buildings and landmarks, music and dance, theatre, casinos and racetracks.

Sources:www.arts.state.mn.uswww.twincities.tours.com

Powderhorn neighborhood May Day parade / Photo: Meet Minneapolis

Hennepin Avenue Theater District / Photo: Meet Minneapolis

Annual Festival of Nations at Saint Paul RiverCentre / Photo: Pat Laurel; Saint Paul CVA

Minneapolis Institute of Art / Photo: Meet Minneapolis

Fitzgerald Theater, Saint Paul

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Resource Guide IndexApple Orchards............................. 40

Area Parks.................................... 40

Arts Education .............................. 41

Biking Trails ................................. 41

Boating Activities ......................... 41

Casinos ......................................... 41

Golf Courses ................................. 41

Landscape Design ........................ 43

Minnesota Professional

Sports Teams ................................ 43

Museums, Galleries,

Historic Landmarks ...................... 44

Music and Dance .......................... 44

National and State Parks ............. 44

Race Car Parks ............................ 44

Recreation.................................... 45

Shopping and Dining .................... 45

Ski Areas ...................................... 46

Telecommunications .................... 46

Theatre ......................................... 46

Utilities ......................................... 46

APPLE ORCHARDSAamodt’s Apple Farm 6428 Manning Av.Stillwater , MN 55082(651) 439-3127 Seasonal hours June-Dec.www.aamodtsapplefarm.com

Afton South Oak Orchard 13255 50th St SAfton, MN 55001651-436-8467Afternoons Sat-Sun, Sept-Oct

Afton Apple Orchard14421 90th St. S.Hastings, MN 55033 651-463-8385www.aftonapple.comOpen daily August-October, 10 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

Ames Farm11225 County Rd. 20Watertown, MN 55388612-955-3348Late Aug-late Oct www.amesarm.com

Apple Jack Orchards, Inc.4875 37th St SEDelano, MN 55328763-972-6673www.applejackorchards.comCall for summer berry hours. Apples, mid August-December, 10am-6pm

Applecrest Orchards7306 24th Av.NorthHugo, MN 55038651-426-7388Evenings and Weekends, Sept-Dec

Applewood Orchard22702 Hamburg Av.Lakeville, MN 55044 952-985-5425www.applewoodorchard.com

Bade’s Orchard104 Lano LaneChaska, MN 55318952-448-4986Open: By appointment, Aug-Oct

Bob’s Bluebird Orchard and Craft Barn26205 Fairlawn Av.Webster, MN 55088612-461-314310 am-6 pm, Thurs-Sun, mid Aug-late Nov

Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center 12805 St. Croix trail SouthHastings, MN 55033 651-437-4359www.carpenternaturecenter.org8am-4:30pm, 7 days a week, year round.

Deardorff Orchards8350 Parley Lake Rd.Waconia, MN 55387952-442-1885September and October; 9-5, Closed Mondays www.deardorfforchards.com

Emma Krumbee’s Apple OrchardUS Hwy. 169501 East South St.Belle Plaine, MN 56011952-873-3006www.emmakrumbees.com

Fall Harvest Orchard 345 County Rd. 30 SEDelano, MN 55328763-972-3894www.fallharvestorchard.com

Fischer’s Croix Farm Orchard12971 St. Croix Trail S. Hastings, MN 55033651-437-7126www.fischerscroixfarmorchard.comOpen daily Sept. - Nov. 9:30 am - 6 pm

Grove Orchard8455 110th St. So.Cottage Grove, MN 55016651-459-4752Open 9am - 6pm, Aug 15 - Nov 15

Havlicek’s Orchard 26526 Newport Av.Webster, MN 55088952-758-4386Open 4:30-6:30 pm Mon-Fri; 10 am-6 pm Sat & Sun Aug 15-Dec.

McDougall’s Apple Junction 14325 110th St. So.Hastings, MN 55033651-437-6794Open 10am - 6pm daily, Sept - Dec

Minnetonka Orchards 6530 County Rd. 26Minnetrista, MN 55364763-479-3191 or 763-657-1667 Open Aug-Oct, 10am - 7pm; Nov-Christmas, noon - 6pmwww.minnetonkaorchard.com

Nelson’s Apple Farm 3270 Douglas Av.Webster, MN 55088952-461-335510am-6pm, Mon-Sat; 1-6pm Sun. Aug 15-Dec 19www.nelsonsapplefarm.com

Pine Tree Apple Orchard 450 Apple Orchard Rd.White Bear Lake, MN 55110651-429-7202www.pinetreeappleorchard.comOpen June-February, seasonal hours

Minnesota Harvest8351 Old Hwy. 169Jordan, MN 55352952-492-2785www.minnesotaharvest.netOpen Mon-Sat, 9am-7pm Aug-Oct; 9am-6pm Nov-Dec; 11am-5pm Jan-Mar. Closed Sundays.

Sunshine Orchard 6315 250th St. EastHampton, MN 55031651-452-9625Open seasonally, Aug-Nov.

Thompson’s Hillcrest Orchard6271 250th St EElko, MN 55020 952-461-2055Late August through October, Monday - Saturday, 10am - 6pm and Sunday, noon - 6pm

Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Apple House3675 Arboretum Dr.Chanhassen, MN 55317952-443-1409(1 mile west of Arboretum)Open daily Sept - Oct 31, 10:00 - 6:00 pm

Victoria Valley Orchard 4304 North Victoria St.Shoreview, MN 55126651-484-4500Open 9am - 6pm daily, Aug-Nov.www.victoriavalleyorchard.com

Whistling Well Farm 8973 South St. Croix TrailHastings, MN 55033651-998-0301www.whistlingwellfarm.comSeasonal hours, Sept-Oct, 10am - dark

White Barn Orchard Northfield , MN 55057507-645-5207Open Sept-Oct, Wed-Sun, 10am-7pm

Wisp-O-Willow Forest Lake, MN 55025651-462-5149

AREA PARKSAnoka County Parkswww.anokacountyparks.com763-757-3920

Carver County Parkswww.co.carver.mn.us/parks952-466-5250

Dakota County Parkswww.dakotacounty.us/parks952-891-7000

Elk River Parkswww.ci.elk-river.mn.us763-635-1150

Goodhue County Parkswww.co.goodhue.mn.us/departments/publicworks/parks.aspx651-385-3000

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Hennepin County Parks/Three Rivers Park Districtwww.threeriversparkdistrict.org763-599-9000

Minneapolis Parkswww.minneapolisparks.org612-230-6400

Ramsey County Parkswww.co.ramsey.mn.us/parks651-748-2500

Saint Paul Parkswww.ci.stpaul.mn.us/depts/parks651-226-6400

Rice County Parkswww.co.rice.mn.us/parks507-332-6105

Scott County Parkswww.threeriversparkdistrict.org763-694-7880

Sherburne County Parkswww.co.sherburne.mn.us763-241-2700

Washington County Parkswww.co.washington.mn.us651-430-8370

Wright County Parkswww.co.wright.mn.us/department/parks763-682-7693

Local State Parkswww.dnr.state.mn.us652-296-6157

ARTS EDUCATION Bloomington Art Center1800 W. Old Shakopee Rd.Bloomington, MN 55431952-563-8587www.bloomingtonartcenter.com

Eagan Art House3981 Lexington Av.S.Eagan, MN 55123651-686-9134www.eaganarthouse.org

Edina Art Center4701 W. 64th St.Edina, MN 55435612-915-6600www.edinaartcenter.com

Elk River Area Arts Alliance1170 Main St.Elk River, MN 55330763-441-4725www.elkriverart.org

Hennepin Center for the Arts528 Hennepin Av.Minneapolis, MN 55403612-332-4478

Hopkins Center for the Arts1111 MainstreetHopkins, MN 55343 952-979-1100 www.hopkinsmn.com/_hca

In the Heart of the Beast Puppet & Mask Theatre 1500 E. Lake St.Minneapolis, MN 55407612-721-2535www.hobt.org

Interact Center for the Visual and Performing Arts 212 3rd Av. N, Ste. 140Minneapolis, MN 55401612-339-5145www.interactcenter.com

Intermedia Arts 2822 Lyndale Av. S.Minneapolis, MN 55408 612-871-4444www.IntermediaArts.org

Inver Hills Community College Fine Arts program2500 East 80th St.Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076651-450-8500www.inverhills.edu

Lakeville Area Arts Center20965 Holyoke Dr.Lakeville, MN 55044952-985-4640 www.ci.lakeville.mn.us/departments/artscenter.htm

MacPhail Center for Music 14750 Cedar Ave Apple Valley, MN 55124612.321.0100 www.macphail.org

MacPhail Center for Music501 South 2nd St.Minneapolis, MN 55401 612.321.0100www.macphail.org

Minneapolis College of Art and Design2501 S. Stevens Av.Minneapolis, MN 55404 612-874-3700www.mcad.edu

Minnesota Crafts Council528 Hennepin Av., Ste. 216 Hennepin Center for the ArtsMinneapolis, MN 55403612-333-7789 www.mncraft.org

Minnetonka Center for the Arts2240 North Shore Dr.Wayzata, MN 55391952-473-7361 www.minnetonkaarts.org

Northern Clay Center2424 E. Franklin Av.Minneapolis, MN 55406 612-339-8007www.northernclaycenter.org

Perpich Center for Arts Education6125 Olson Memorial HwyGolden Valley, MN 55422763-591-4700www.pcae.k12.mn.us

Playwrights’ Center 2301 W. Franklin Av.Minneapolis, MN 55406612-332-7481www.pwcenter.org

River Heights Arts Alliance2445 78th St. E.Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076651-450-0971www.rharts.org

The Loft 1011 Washington Av.Minneapolis, MN 612-215-2575www.loft.org

BIKING TRAILSFor information on the variety and location hundreds of trails in the Twin City Area go to www.mntrails.com or www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_trails/list.html

BOATING ACTIVITIESAfton House Inn & AftonHudson Cruise Lines3291 St. Croix Tr. S.Afton, MN 55001651-436-8883; 1-877-436-8883www.aftonhouseinn.com

Al & Alma’s Supper Club and Charter Cruises5201 Piper Rd.Mound, MN 44254952-472-3098www.al-almas.com

BayView Event Center and Charter Cruises687 Excelsior Blvd.Excelsior, MN 55331952-470-8439www.bayviewevent.com

Gondola Romantica - Stillwater425 East Nelson St.Stillwater, MN 55082651-439-1783www.gondolaromantica.com

Gondola Romantica - Edina7499 France Av. SouthEdina, MN 55435952-232-0288www.gondolaromantica.com

In Towne Marina8 East Lake St.Waconia, MN 55387952-442-2096www.intownmarina.comFor 28 years our family-run business has enjoyed serving our boating customers. Boat and slip rentals available.

Museum of Lake MinnetonkaPO Box 178Excelsior, MN 55331952-474-2115www.steamboatminnehaha.org

River Heights Marina Inc. & River Heights Yacht charters4455 66th St. EastInver Grove Heights, MN 55076651-455-4974 (Marina)651-263-3364 (Yacht Charters)www.riverheightsyachtchartes.com www.riverheightsmarina.com

Padelford Packet Boat CompanyHarriet Island St. Paul, MN 55107651-227-1100, 800-543-3908www.riverrides.com

St Croix Boat and Packet Company525 South Main St.Stillwater MN 55082 651-430-1234www.andiamo-ent.com

Sea Note CruisesLake Minnetonka, MN 55331 Stillwater, MN 55082952-944-7464www.seanotecruises.com

Taylors Falls Scenic Boat Tours37200 Wild Mountain Rd.Taylors Falls, MN 55084651-465-6315www.wildmountain.com

Treasure Island Resort & CasinoSpirit of the Water5734 Sturgeon Lake Rd.Red Wing, Minnesota 55066800-222-7077, ext. 2297www.treasureislandcasino.com

CASINOSGrand Casino Hinckley777 Lady Luck Dr.Hinckley, MN 55037320-384-7777www.grandcasinosmn.com

Grand Casino Mille Lacs777 Grand AveOnamia, MN 56359320-532-7777 or 800-626-5825 www.grandcasinosmn.com

Mystic Lake Casino Hotel2400 Mystic Lake BlvdPrior Lake, MN 55372952-445-9000 or 800-262-7799www.mysticlake.com

Treasure Island Resort & Casino5734 Sturgeon Lake RdPO Box 75Red Wing, MN 55066651-388-6300 or 800-222-7077 www.treasureislandcasino.com

GOLF COURSES

Anoka CountyBunker Hills12800 Bunker Prairie Rd. NW Coon Rapids, MN 55448763-755-4141www.bunkerhillsgolf.com

Chomonix Golf Course700 Aqua Lane Lino Lakes, MN 55014651-482-8484www.chomonix.com

Greenhaven Golf Course2800 Greenhaven RdAnoka, MN 55303763-576-2965www.greenhavengolfcourse.com

Hidden Haven 20520 Polk St NECedar, MN 55011763-434-4626www.hiddenhavengolfclub.com

KateHaven Golf Course8791 Lexington Av.NCir. Pines, MN 55014763-786-2945www.katehaven.com

Majestic Oaks Golf Club701 Bunker Lake Blvd NEHam Lake, MN 55304763-755-2142www.majesticoaksgolfclub.com

Rum River Golf Club16659 Saint Francis Blvd Ramsey, MN 55303763-753-3339www.rumriverhills.com

The Links at Northfork9333 Alpine Dr NWAnoka, MN 55303763-241-0506www.golfthelinks.com

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The Ponds Golf Course2881 229th Av.NWSaint Francis, MN 55070763-753-1100www.thepondsgolf.com

The Refuge21250 Yellowpine St NWOak Grove, MN 55011763-753-8383www.refugegolfclub.com

TPC of the Twin Cities11444 Tournament Players Pkwy Blaine, MN 55449763-795-0800www.tpctwincities.com

Victory Links at National Youth Golf Center1700 105th Av.NEBlaine, MN 55449763-717-3240www.golfnygc.org

Viking Meadows Golf Club 1788 Viking Blvd NECedar, MN 55011763-434-4205www.vikingmeadows.com

Woodland Creek 3200 S Coon Creek DrAndover, MN 55304 763-323-0517

Carver CountyBluff Creek Golf Course1025 CreekwoodChaska, MN 55318952-445-5685www.golfbluffcreekmn.com

Chaska Town Course3000 Town Course Dr.Chaska, MN 55318952-443-3748www.chaskatowncourse.com

Dahlgreen Golf Course6940 Dahlgreen Rd.Chaska, MN 55318952-488-7463www.dahlgreen.com

Deer Run Golf Club8661 Deer Run Dr.Victoria, MN 55386952-443-2351www.deerrungolf.com

Halla Greens Executive Golf Course495 Pioneer TrailChanhassen, MN 55317952-252-2525www.hallanursery.com/hallagreens

Island View Golf Club7795 Laketown Pkwy.Waconia, MN 55387952-442-6116www.islandviewgolfclub.com

River’s Edge Golf Course1455 County Rd. 27 Watertown, MN 55388952-955-2223

Timber Creek Golf Course9750 County Rd. 24Watertown, MN 55388952-955-3600www.timbercreekgolf.com

Windsong Farm18 Golf Walk Independence, MN 55359763-479-7161www.wsfarm.com

Dakota CountyApple Valley Golf Course8661 West 140th St.Apple Valley, MN 55124952-432-4647

Arbor Point Golf Club8919 Cahill AveInver Grove Heights, MN 55076651-451-9678 www.arborpointegolf.com

Bellwood Oaks13239 210th St EHastings, MN 55033651-437-4141www.bellwoodoaksgolf.com

Birnamwood Public Golf Course12424 Parkwood DrBurnsville, MN 55337952-707-6393www.ci.burnsville.mn.us

Brackett’s Crossing Country Club17976 Judicial RdLakeville, MN 55044952-435-7600 www.brackettscrossingcc.com

Crystal Lake Golf Club16725 Innsbrook DrLakeville, MN 55044952-432-6566www.crystallakegolfcourse.com

Emerald Greens Golf Course14425 Goodwin Av.Hastings, MN 55033651-480-8558www.emeraldgreensgolf.com

Fountain Valley Golf Club2830 220th St., PO Box 97 Farmington, MN 55024651-463-2121www.fountainvalleygolfclub.com

Hastings Country Club2015 Westview Dr.Hastings, MN 55033652-437-6483www.hastingscountryclub.org

Heritage Links Golf Club8075 Lucerne Blvd.Lakeville, MN 55044www.heritagelinks.com952-440-4653

Hidden Greens Golf Course12977 200th St E.Hastings, MN 55033www.hiddengreensgolf.com651-437-3085

Gopher Hills Golf Course26155 Nicolai Av.Cannon Falls, MN 55009www.gopherhills.com507-263-2507

Inver Wood Golf Club1850 70th St E.Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077www.inverwood.org651-457-3667

Lost Spur Country Club2750 Sibley Hwy.Eagan, MN 55121651-454-5681www.wpgolf.com

Mendakota Country Club2075 Mendakota Dr.Mendota Heights, MN 55120651-454-2822www.mendakotacc.com

Mendota Heights Par 31695 Dodd Rd.Mendota Heights, MN 55150 651-454-9822

Parkview Golf Club1310 Cliff Rd.Eagan, MN 55123651-452-5098www.parkviewgolfclub.com

Rich Valley Golf Club3855 145th St.Rosemount, MN 55068 651-437-4653

Southern Hills Golf Course18950 Chippendale Av. W. Farmington, MN 55024651-463-4653www.southernhillsgolfcourse.com

Southview Country Club239 E. Mendota Rd.West St. Paul, MN 55118651-451-6856www.southviewcc.com

Thompson Oaks Golf Course1555 Oakdale Av.eWest St. Paul, MN 55118 651-457-6064www.ci.west-saint-paul.mn.us

Valleywood Golf Course4851 125th St W.Apple Valley, MN 55124952-953-2323www.cityofapplevalley.org

Goodhue CountyCannon Golf Club8606 295th St. E.Cannon Falls, MN 55009507-263-3126www.cannongolfclub.com

Mississippi National409 Golf Links Dr.Red Wing, MN 55066651-388-1874www.wpgolf.com

Red Wing Golf Club1311 W 6th St.Red Wing, MN 55066651-388-9524www.redwinggolfclub.com

The Summit Golf Club31286 Hwy 19 Blvd.Cannon Falls, MN 55009877-582-4653www.summitgolfclub.com

Hennepin CountyBaker National Golf Course2935 Parkview Dr.Medina, MN 55340763-694-7670www.bakernational.com

Begin Oaks Golf Course5635 Yucca Lane No.Plymouth, MN 55446763-599-7574www.beginoaksgolf.com

Braemar Golf Course6364 John Harris Dr.Edina, MN 55439952-826-6791www.braemargolf.com

Brookland Executive Nine8232 Regent Av. No.Brooklyn Park, MN 55443763-561-3850www.brooklynpark.org

Brookview Golf Course200 Brookview Pkwy. Golden Valley, MN 55426763-512-2300www.brookviewgolf.com

Burl Oaks Golf Club5400 N. Arm Dr.Minnetrista, MN 55364952-742-7017www.burloaksgolfclub.com

Centerbrook Golf Course5500 N. Lilac Dr.Brooklyn Center, MN 55430763-561-3239www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org

Columbia Golf Club3300 Central Av. NEMinneapolis, MN 55418612-789-2627www.minneapolisparks.org

Daytona Golf Club14730 Lawndale Lane Dayton, MN 55327763-427-6110www.daytonagolfclub.com

Dwan Golf Club3301 W. 110th St.Bloomington, MN 55431952-563-8702www.ci.bloomington.mn.us

Eagle Lake Youth Golf Course11000 County Rd. 10Plymouth, MN 55442763-694-7695www.eaglelakegolf.com

Edinburgh USA8700 Edinbrook CrossingBrooklyn Park, MN 55443763-315-8500www.edinburghusa.org

Elm Creek Golf Course19000 Hwy. 55Plymouth, MN 55446763-478-6716www.elmcreekgc.com

Fort Snelling Public Golf Course6399 Fort Snelling Av.Fort Snelling, MN 55111612-726-6222www.minneapolisparks.org

Francis Gross National Golf Course2201 St. Anthony Blvd.Minneapolis, MN 55418612-789-2542www.minneapolisparks.org

French Lake Open Golf Club17500 County Rd. 81 Maple Grove, MN 55369763428-4544www.frenchlakegolf.com

Fred Richards Executive Course6364 John Harris Dr.Edina, MN 55439612-915-6606www.ci.edina.mn.us/content/facilities/braemar_golf/courses/par29

Glen Lake Golf and Practice Center14350 County Rd. 62Minnetonka, MN 55345763-694-7824www.glenlakegolf.com

Golden Valley Golf and Country Club7001 Golden Valley Rd.Golden Valley, MN 55427763-732-4100www.gvccclub.com

Hampton Hills Golf Club5313 Juneau LanePlymouth, MN 55446763-559-9800

Hayden Hills Golf Club13150 Deerwood Lane NorthDayton, MN 55327-9425763-421-0060

Hiawatha Golf Club4553 Longfellow Av. So.Minneapolis, MN 55407612-724-7715www.minneapolisparks.org

Hollydale Golf Course4710 Holly Lane No.Plymouth, MN 55446763-559-9847www.hollydalegolf.com

Hyland Greens10100 Normandale Blvd. Bloomington MN 55431 952-948-8868 www.ci.bloomington.mn.us/main_top/2_facilities/rec_facility/hyland_facility.htm

Lakeview Golf405 N. Arm Dr.Mound, MN 55364952-472-3459www.lakeviewgolfoforono.com

Meadowbrook Golf Course201 Meadowbrook Rd.Hopkins, MN 55343952-929-2077www.minneapolisparks.org

Meadowwoods Golf Course18300 Ridgewood Rd.Minnetonka, MN 55345952-470-4000

New Hope Village Golf Course8130 Bass Lake Rd.New Hope, MN 55428763-531-5178

Oak Ridge Country Club700 Oak Ridge Rd. Hopkins, MN 55305952-935-7721www.oakridgecountryclub.net

Pheasant Acres Golf Course10705 County Rd. 116Rogers, MN 55374763-428-8244www.pheasantacresgolf.com

Rush Creek Golf Club7801 Troy Lane No.Maple Grove, MN 55311 763-494-0400www.rushcreek.com

Shamrock Golf Club19625 Larkin Rd.Hamel, MN 55340763-478-9977www.shamrockgolfcourse.com

Spring Hill Golf Club725 County Rd. 6Wayzata, MN 55391952-473-1500www.springhillgc.com


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Sundance Golf Club15420 113th Av. N. Dayton, MN 55369763-420-4800www.sundancegolfbowl.com

Sundance Golf Course15240 113th Av. N.Maple Grove, MN 55369 763-420-4700www.sundancegolfbowl.com

Theodore Wirth Golf Course1301 Theodore Wirth Pwy.Golden Valley, MN 55422763-522-4584www.minneapolisparks.org

Ramsey CountyBrightwood Hills Golf Course1975 Silver Lake Rd.New Brighton, MN 55112652-638-2150www.newbrightonmn.gov

Como Golf Club1431 N. Lexington Pwy.St. Paul, MN 55103651-488-9679www.golfstpaul.org

Country View Golf Course2926 Hwy. 61Maplewood, MN 55109651-484-9809

Goodrich Golf Course1820 N. Van Dyke St.Maplewood, MN 55109651-748-2525www.co.ramsey.mn.us/parks/golf/goodrich.asp

Highland National Golf Course 1403 Montreal Av.Saint Paul, MN 55116-2460651-695-3774

Hillcrest Golf Club of Saint Paul2200 E. Larpenteur Av.St. Paul, MN 55109651-774-6088www.hillcreststpaul.com

Island Lake Golf & Training Center1000 Red Fox Rd.Shoreview, MN 55126651-787-0383www.islandlakegolf.com

Keller Golf Club2166 Maplewood Dr.St. Paul, MN 55109651-766-4176www.ramseycountygolf.com

Manitou Ridge Golf Club3200 N. McKnight Rd. White Bear Lake, MN 55110651-777-2987www.manitouridge.com

Midland Hills Country Club2001 Fulham St.Roseville, MN 55113651-631-0440www.midlandhillscc.org

Oak Marsh Golf Club526 Inwood Av.N.Oakdale, MN 55128651-730-8886www.wpgolf.com

Oneka Ridge Golf Club5610 N. 120th St.White Bear Lake, MN 55110651-429-2390www.onekaridgegc.com

Phalen Golf Course1615 Phalen DrSt. Paul, MN 55106651-778-0424www.golfstpaul.org

The Ponds at Battle Creek601 Century Av. S. Maplewood, MN 55119651-501-6321www.ramseycountygolf.com

Roseville Cedarholm Golf Course2323 N. Hamline Av.Roseville, MN 55113651-633-8337www.cityofroseville.com/golf

University of Minnesota Golf Club2275 W. Larpenteur Av.St. Paul, MN 55113651-627-4000www.uofmgolf.com

Rice CountyNorthfield Golf Course707 Prairie St.Northfield, MN 55057507-645-4026www.northfieldgolfclub.com

Willingers Golf Club6900 Canby TrailNorthfield, MN 55057952-652-2500www.willingersgc.com

Scott CountyBoulder Pointe Golf Club9575 Glenborough Dr.Elko, MN 55020952-461-4900www.boulderpointegolf.com

Cleary Lake Golf Course18106 Texas Av.Prior Lake, MN 55372612-447-2171www.threeriversparkdistrict.org

Creeks Bend Golf Course26826 Langford Av.New Prague, MN 56071 952-758-7200www.creeksbendgolfcourse.com

Legends Club8670 Credit River Blvd.Prior Lake, MN 55372952-226-4777www.legendsgc.com

The Meadows at Mystic Lake2400 Mystic Lake Dr. Prior Lake, MN 55372925-223-5533www.mysticlakegolf.com

New Prague Golf Club400 Lexington Av. S.New Prague, MN 56071952-758-5326www.newpraguegolf.com

Ridges at Sand Creek21775 Ridges Dr.Jordan, MN 55352952-492-2644www.ridgesatsandcreek.com

Stonebrooke Golf Course2693 County Rd. 79Shakopee, MN 55379952-496-3171www.stonebrooke.com

The Wilds Golf Club3151 Wilds RidgePrior Lake, MN 55372952-445-3500www.golfthewilds.com

Valley View Golf Course23795 Laredo Av.Belle Plaine, MN 56011952-873-4653www.vvgolf.com

Sherburne CountyCedar Creek Golf Course5700 Jason Av.Albertville, MN 55301763-497-8245www.cedarcreekmn.com

Elk River Country Club20015 Elk Lake Rd.Elk River, MN 55330763-441-4111www.elkrivercc.com

Pinewood Golf Course18150 Waco St. NWElk River, MN 55330763-441-3451www.ci.elk-river.mn.us

Monticello Country Club1209 Golf Course Rd. Monticello, MN 55362763-295-4653www.montigolf.com

Washington CountyAfton Alps Golf Course 6600 Peller Av. S.Hastings, MN 55033651-436-1320www.aftonalps.com

All Seasons Golf Course7552 Douglas Point Rd. Cottage Grove, MN 55106 651-459-2135

Applewood Hills Public Golf Course11840 60th St. N.Stillwater, MN 55082651-439-7276www.applewoodhillsgolf.com

Castle Wood Golf Course7050 Scandia TrailForest Lake, MN 55025651-464-6233 www.castlewoodgolf.com

Cimarron Park Golf Course0901 Lake Elmo Av. No. Lake Elmo, MN 55042651-436-6188

Country Air Golf Park404 Lake Elmo Av. Lake Elmo, MN 55042651-436-6549www.countryairgolfpark.com

Dellwood Hills Golf Club 29 E Hwy 96Dellwood, MN 55110651-426-3218www.dellwoodhillsgc.org

Eagle Valley Golf Course2600 Double Eagle LaneWoodbury, MN 55129651-714-3750www.eaglevalleygc.com

Mississippi Dunes10351 Grey Cloud TrailCottage Grove, MN 55016651-768-7611www.mississippidunes.com

Oak Glen Country Club1599 McKusick Rd.Stillwater, MN 55082651-439-6981www.oakglengolf.com

Prestwick Golf Club9555 Wedgewood Dr.Woodbury, MN 55125651-731-4779www.prestwick.com

River Oaks Golf Course11099 S Hwy 61Cottage Grove, MN 55016651-438-2121www.riveroaksmunigolf.com

Sawmill Golf Club11177 N. McKusick Rd.Stillwater, MN 55082651-439-7862www.sawmillgc.com

Stone Ridge Golf Course13600 N Hudson Blvd.Stillwater, MN 55082651-436-4653www.stoneridgegc.com

Tanners Brook Golf Course5810 190th St.Forest Lake, MN 55025651-464-2300www.tannersbrook.com

Wright CountyBuffalo Heights Golf Course905 S Hwy 25, P.O. Box 318Buffalo, MN 55313763-682-2854www.buffaloheights.com

Fox Hollow Golf Club4780 Palmgren Lane NESt. Michael, MN 55376763-428-4468www.foxhollowgolf.net

Riverwood National Golf Course10444 95th St. NEOtsego, MN 55362763-271-5000www.riverwoodnational.com

Silver Springs Golf Course1854 County Rpad 39 NEMonticello, MN 55362763-295-2951www.silverspringsgolf.com

Wild Marsh1710 Montrose Blvd. S.Buffalo, MN 55313763-682-4476www.wildmarsh.com

For more listings on Golf Courses in the Metropolitan area and around Minnesota visit www.minnesotagolf.com

LANDSCAPE DESIGNCarpenter Nature Center12805 St. Croix TrailHastings, MN 55033651-437-4359www.CarpenterNatureCenter.org

Dodge Nature Center and Landscape Arboretum365 W. Marie Av.West St. Paul, MN 55118651-455-4531www.dodgenaturecenter.org

Gertens5500 Blaine Av.Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076651-450-1501www.gertens.com

Lake Harriet Rose Garden4124 E. Lake Harriet Pkwy.Minneapolis, MN 55409612-370-4900www.minneapolisparks.org

Marjorie McNeely Conservatory1225 Estabrook Dr. St. Paul, MN 55117651-487-8200www.comozooconservatory.org

Minneapolis Sculpture Garden726 Vineland PlaceMinneapolis, MN 55403612-230-6400www.minneapolisparks.org

Minnehaha Falls Pergola Gardens 4900 Minnehaha Av.Minneapolis, MN 55417612-230-6400www.minneapolisparks.org

University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum 3675 Arboretum Dr.Chanhassen, MN 55318 952-443-1400www.arboretum.umn.edu

MINNESOTA PROFESSIONAL SPORTS TEAMSLightning, Women’s Soccer, USL651-917-8326www.mnthunder.com

Lynx, Women’s NBA612-989-5151www.wnba.com/lynx

Minnesota Vixen Women’s Professional Football651-270-6115www.minnesotavixen.com

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Saint Paul Saints, Northern League651-644-6659www.saintsbaseball.com

Swarm, NLL, LaCrosse651- 726-8240www.mnswarm.com

Thunder Soccer, USL651-917-8326www.mnthunder.com

Timberwolves, NBA612-989-5151www.nba.com/timerwolves

Twins, MLB612-375-7454 * 800-33-Twinswww.mntwins.com

Vikings, NFL612-333-8828www.vikings.com

Wild, NHL651-726-8240www.wild.com

MUSEUMS, GALLERIES, HISTORICAlexander Ramsey House265 S. Exchange St.St. Paul, MN 55102651-296-8760www.mnhs.org/places/sites/arh

American Swedish Institute2600 Park Av.Minneapolis, MN 55407612-871-4907www.americanswedishinst.org

Bakken Museum, The3537 Zenith Av. S.Minneapolis, MN 55416612-926-3878www.thebakken.org

Baseball Hall of Fame Museum910 S. Third St.Minneapolis, MN 55415612-375-9707www.domeplus.com

Bell Museum of Natural History 10 Church St. SEMinneapolis, MN 55455612-624-7083 www.umn.edu/bellmuse

Carleton College Art GalleryOne North College St.Northfield, MN 55057507-646-4469www.carleton.edu/campus/gallery

Carver County Historical Society555 West First St.Waconia, MN 55387952-442-4234www.carvercountyhistoricalsociety.org

Dakota County Historical Society Museum & Research Library130 3rd Av. N.South St. Paul, MN 55075651-552-7548www.dakotahistory.org

Ellingson Car Museum20950 Rogers Dr.Rogers, MN 55374763-428-7337www.ellingsoncarmuseum.com

Foshay Tower821 Marquette Av. S.Minneapolis, MN 55042612-359-3030www.ci.mpls.mn/hpc/landmarks/marquette_ave_821-27_foshay_tower.asp

Frederick R. Weisman Art Museum333 E. River Rd.Minneapolis, MN 55455612-625-9494 www.weisman.umn.edu

Gibbs Museum2097 Larpenter Av. WSt. Paul, MN 55113651-646-8629www.rchs.com/gbbsfm2.htm

Historic Fort Snelling200 Tower Av.Fort Snelling History CenterSt. Paul, MN 55111 612-726-1171www.mnhs.org/places/sites/hfs

Historic Murphy’s Landing2187 E. Hwy. 101Shakopee, MN 55379952-445-6901www.murphyslanding.org

Houses of the Sibley Historic Site 1357 Sibley Memorial Hwy.Mendota, MN 55150651-452-1596www.mnhs.org/places/sites/shs

James J. Hill House 240 Summit Av.St. Paul, MN 55102651-297-2555 www.mnhs.org/places/sites/jjhh

LeDuc Historic Estate 1629 VermillionHastings, MN 55033651-437-7055www.dakotahistory.org/LeDuc/home.asp

Mill City Museum 704 S. Second St.Minneapolis, MN 55401612-341-7555www.millcitymuseum.org

Minneapolis Institute of Arts 2400 S. Third Av.Minneapolis, MN 55404612-870-3131www.artsmia.org

Minneapolis Sculpture Garden726 Vineland Place Minneapolis, MN 55403612-230-6400www.www.minneapolisparks.org

Minnehaha Depot Hiawatha Av., South of Minnehaha Pkwy. Minneapolis, MN 55102651-228-0263www.mnhs.org/places/sites/md

Minnesota Children’s Museum 10 W Seventh St. St. Paul, 55102651-225-6000www.mcm.org

Minnesota History Center 345 W. Kellogg Blvd.St. Paul, MN 55102651-296-6126www.mnhs.org

Minnesota Museum of American Art Landmark Center 50 West Kellogg Blvd., Suite 341St. Paul, MN 55102 651-266-1030www.mmaa.org

Minnesota State Capitol75 Constitution Av.St. Paul, MN 55155651-296-2881www.mnhs.org/places/sites/msc

Northfield Arts Guild304 Division St.Northfield, MN 55057507-645-8877www.northfieldartsguild.org

Northfield Historical Society and Museum408 Division St.Northfield, MN 55057507-645-9268www.northfieldhistory.org

Oliver H. Kelley Farm15788 Kelley Farm Rd.Elk River, MN 55330 763-441-6896 www.mnhs.org/places/sites/ohkf

Schubert Music Museum 75 W. 5th St., Suite #302St. Paul, MN 55102651-292-3267www.schubert.org

Science Museum of Minnesota/Omnitheater120 W. Kellogg Blvd.St. Paul, MN 55102651-221-9444 www.smm.org

St. James Hotel 406 Main St.Red Wing, MN 55066651-388-2846www.st-james-hotel.com

St. Olaf Flaten Art Museum1520 St. Olaf Av.Northfield, MN 55057507-646-3248www.stolaf.edu/depts/art/museum

Walker Art Center 1750 Hennepin Av.Minneapolis, MN 55403 612-375-7622www.walkerart.org

Wayzata Historical Society402 East Lake St.Wayzata, MN 55391952-473-3631www.wayzatahistoricalsociety.org

Westonka Historical Society2325 Commerce Blvd.Mound, MN 55364952-472-9800www.llbrustad.com/historyicalsociety

MUSIC & DANCEMinnesota Dance Theatre and Dance Institute528 Hennepin Av. - 6th floorHennepin Center for the ArtsMinneapolis, MN 55403612-338-0627www.mndance.org

The Minnesota Opera 620 N. First St.Minneapolis, MN 55401612-333-2700www.mnopera.org

Minnesota Orchestra Orchestra Hall1111 Nicollet MallMinneapolis, MN 55403612-371-5656www.minnesotaorchestra.org

Northrop Theatre and Dance Northrop Auditorium84 S.E. Church St.Minneapolis, MN 55455612-624-2345www.northrop.umn.edu

O’Shaughnessey Auditorium 2004 Randolph Av.St. Paul, MN 55105651-690-6700www.stkate.edu/oshaughnessy

The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra408 St. Peter St. - 3rd floorSt. Paul, MN 55102 651-291-1144www.thespco.org

Ted Mann Concert Hall2128 4th St., U of MMinneapolis, MN 55455612-624-2345www.music.umn.edu/facilities/tedmann_2.htm

Vocal Essence1900 Nicollet Av. Minneapolis, MN 55403 612-547-1451 www.vocalessence.org

Zenon Dance Company528 Hennepin Av., Suite 400 Minneapolis, MN 55403 612-338-1101www.zenondance.org

NATIONAL & STATE PARKSAfton State Parkwww.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/afton/index.html

Grand Portage National Monumentwww.nps.gov/grpo/index.htm

Mississippi National River and Recreation Areawww.nps.gov/miss/index.htm

North Country National Scenic Trailwww.nps.gov/noco/index.htm

Pipestone National Monumentwww.nps.gov/pipe/index.htm

Saint Croix National Scenic Riverwww.nps.gov/sacn

Superior National Forest218-720-5324www.superiornationalforest.org

Voyageurs National Parkwww.nps.gov/voya/index.htm

William O’Brien State Parkwww.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/minnesota_valley/index.html

RACE CAR PARKS Elko Speedway www.elkospeedway.com 26350 France Av., Elko, MN (952) 461-7223 (American).

RACETRACKCanterbury Park Racetrack & Card Club100 Canterbury Rd.Shakopee, MN 55379952-445-7223 or 800-340-6361www.canterburypark.com

Mill City Museum, Minneapolis

Science Museum of Minnesota, Saint Paul


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RECREATIONApple Valley Family Aquatic Center14421 Johnny Cake Ridge Rd.Apple Valley, MN 55124952-953-2300www.ci.apple-valley.mn.us

Big Stone Mini Golf and Sculpture Garden 7110 County Rd. 110Minnetrista, MN 55364952-472-9292www.bigstoneminigolf.com

Brunswick Zone7545 Brooklyn Blvd.Brooklyn Park, MN 55443763-503-2695www.bowlbrunswick.com/brooklyn_park

Bunker Beach Pkwy. Rd. ABunker Hills Regional ParkCoon Rapids, MN 55433763-767-2895www.co.anoka.mn.us

Cascade Bay 1360 Civic Center Dr.Eagan, MN 55122651-675-5577www.cityofeagan.com

Como Park Zoo & Conservatory1225 Estabrook Dr.St Paul, MN 55103651-487-8000www.comozooconservatory.org

Como Town 1301 Midway Pkwy.St Paul, MN 55108651-487-2121www.comotown.com

Grand Rios Water Park6900 Lakeland Av. No..Brooklyn Park, MN 55428763-566-8855www.grandrios.com

Great Clips IMAX Theater at Minnesota Zoo12000 Zoo Blvd.Apple Valley, MN 55124952-431-4629www.imax.com/minnesota

Guidant John Rose MN Oval Skate Park2661 Civic Center Dr.Roseville, MN 55113651-792-7007

Jim Lupient Water Park 1520 Johnson St. NEMinneapolis, MN 55413612-370-3989www.minneapolisparks.org

Nickelodeon UniverseMall of AmericaBloomington, MN 55425952-883-8555www.nickelodeonuniverse.com

The Depot Waterpark 225 South 3rd Av.Minneapolis, MN 55401612-375-1700www.thedepotminneapolis.com

Minnesota Zoo13000 Zoo Blvd.Apple Valley, MN 551241-800-366-78111-800-627-3528 (TTY)www.mnzoo.com

NASCAR Silicon Motor Speedway352 South Av.Mall of AmericaBloomington, MN 55425952-854-4308www.smsonline.com

St. Louis Park Aquatic Park 3700 Monterey Dr.St. Louis Park, MN 55416952-924-2540www.stlouispark.org/aquatic_park.htm

The Depot Indoor Skating Rink225 South 3rd Av.Minneapolis, MN 55401612-375-1700www.thedepotminneapolis.com

Tropics Indoor Water Park4580 Victoria St. No. Shoreview, MN 55126651-490-4700www.tropicswaterpark.com

Sea Life Minnesota Aquarium120 E BroadwayMall of AmericaBloomington, MN 55425952-883-0202www.visitsealife.com/minnesota

Valleyfair Amusement Park1 Valleyfair Dr.Shakopee, MN 55379952-445-7600www.valleyfair.com

Water Park of America 1700 E. American Blvd.Bloomington, MN 55425952-854-8900www.waterparkofamerica.com

Wild Mountain Taylors Falls , MN 55084800-447-4958www.wildmountain.com

SHOPPING & DINING

Anoka CountyAnokaMain St. AnokaJackson from 1st to 5th St.www.anokaareachamber.com

BlaineNorthtown Mall 398 Northtown Dr.763-786-9704www.northtown-mall.com

Coon RapidsRiverdale Crossing Northwest corner of Hwy. 10 & Round Lake Blvd.952-476-9400www.hjdevelopment.com

Coon RapidsRiverdale Village Shopping Center Southeast Corner of Hwy 10 & Round Lake Blvd.216-755-5839www.ddrc.com

Carver CountyChanhassenHwy. 5 and Market Blvd.952-934-3903www.swmetrochamber.com

WaconiaHwy. 5 and Main St. 952-442-5812www.destinationwaconia.org

Dakota CountyApple ValleyApple Valley Ring RouteCounty Rd. 42 and Cedar Av.

BurnsvilleBurnsville Center Hwy.s 35W and 35E at County Rd. 42952-435-8181www.burnsvillecenter.com

EaganHwy. 35E and Pilot Knob, Yankee Doodle and Cliff Rd.651-452-9872www.dcrchamber.com

HastingsHistoric Downtown HastingsHwy. 61 South on Main St.651-437-6775www.hastingsmn.org/shopdine.htm

Inver Grove HeightsArbor Pointe DevelopmentConcord & Cahill/Broderick Buchanan Trail651-451-2266www.riverheights.com

Inver Grove HeightsThe Heights of Inver GroveBishop Av.and Blaine Av.off of Upper 55th651-451-2266www.riverheights.com

SavageO’Connell SquareCounty Rd. 42 and O’Connell Rd in Savage952-476-9400 www.savagechamber.com

West Saint PaulShops on South Robert St.651-452-9872www.dcrchamber.com

Goodhue CountyRed WingHwy 61 S. and 50651-388-4719www.redwingchamber.com

Hennepin CountyBloomingtonMall of America60 East Broadway, Bloomington 952-883-8800www.mallofamerica.com

Brookdale Center Brookdale Shopping Center1108 Brookdale Rd., Hwy. 100, Exit 152763-566-3373www.brookdaleshoppingcenter.com

Crystal LakeCrystal Shopping Center Bass Lake Rd. (CR 10) and West Broadway (CR 8) 651-646-7901www.pasterenterprises.com

Eden PrairieEden Prairie Shopping Center Hwy. 494 and Hwys. 212 and 169 South8251 Flying Cloud Dr.952-941-7650www.edenprairiecenter.com

Edina50th & France West 50th St. and France Av. South952-922-1524www.50thandfrance.com

EdinaGalleria 69th St. and France Av. South 952-925-4321www.galleriaedina.com

EdinaSouthdale Center 66th St. and France Av. South 952-925-7885www.southdale.com

EdinaGaviidae Common I and II 60 S. Sixth St. 612-372-1222www.gaviidaecommon.com

Maple GroveFountains at Arbor LakesIntersection of Elm Creek Blvd. & Hemlock Lane 763-566-7722www.visitarborlakes.com

Maple GroveShoppes at Arbor Lakes Hwy. 694 and Hemlock Lane 763-424-0504www.shoppesatarborlakes.com

MinneapolisIDS Center Crystal Court612-376-8000www.ids-center.com

Minneapolis Block EBetween 6th and 7th St. on Hennepin Av 612-338-5900www.minneapolischamber.org, 612-370-9100

MinneapolisCalhoun Square Lake St. and Hennepin Av. 612-824-1240www.calhounsquare.com

MinneapolisCity Center Sixth St. and Hennepin Av. 612-372-1222www.minneapoliscitycenter.com

MinneapolisNicollet MallMinneapolis5th - 10th St.s612-370-9100www.minneapolischamber.com

MinneapolisRiverplace and St. Anthony MainMain St. across the Mississippi River from downtown612-378-5000www.tholt.com/sam.html and www.mississippimile.org

MinneapolisThe Warehouse District Northwest downtown Minneapolis 612-334-3131www.mplswarehouse.com

MinnetonkaRidgedale Center Wayzata Blvd. 952-541-4864www.ridgedalecenter.com

South Lake Minnetonka/ExcelsiorHwy. 7 & Water St. 952-474-6461www.southlake-excelsiorchamber.com

St. Louis Park Excelsior & Grand Av. www.excelsiorandgrand.com

St. Louis ParkKnollwood Mall 169 and Hwy. 7 952-933-8041www.knollwoodmall.com

WayzataHwy 394, downtown Wayzata exit 952-473-9595www.wayzatachamber.com

Ramsey CountyMaplewoodMaplewood Mall l-694 and White Bear Av.651-770-5020www.shopmaplewoodmall.com

RosevilleHar Mar Mall South of Hwy. 36 on Snelling Av.651-631-0340www.harmarmall.com

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RosevilleRosedale Center Hwy. 36 at Fairview Av.651-633-0872www.myrosedale.com

Saint PaulGrand Av. West of downtown St. Paul 651-699-0029www.grandave.com

Rice CountyNorthfieldHwy 19 & 31-800-658-2548www.northfieldchamber.com

Sherburne CountyElk River Hwy 101 & 169763-441-3110www.elkriverchamber.org

Steele CountyMedford Outlet Center Hwy. 35, Exit 48, Medford 507-455-2042www.horizongroup.com/centers/medford.htm

Washington CountyStillwaterI-94 East, Stillwater exit651-439-4001www.ilovestillwater.com

WoodburyHwy. 494 and Hwy. 94, Woodbury651-578-0722www.woodburychamber.org

Wright CountyAlbertvillePremium Outlets Albertville6415 Labeaux Av. NE.763-497-1911www.premiumoutlets.com

I-94 Corridor763-428-2921www.i94westchamber.org

SKI AREASAfton Alps Recreation Area 6600 Peller Av. S., Hastings, MN 55033 1-800-328-1328 , 651-436-5245www.aftonalps.com

Buck Hill Ski & Snowboard Area15400 Buck Hill Rd, Burnsville MN 55306952- 435-7174www.buckhill.com

Hyland Ski and Snowboard Area8800 Chalet Rd., Bloomington, MN 55438763-694-7800www.hylandski.com

Welch Village Ski and Snowboard26685 Co. Rd. 7 Blvd., Welch, MN 55089 651-222-7079www.welchvillage.com

Wild Mountain Ski AreaTaylors Falls, MN 55084651-465-6315www.wildmountain.com

TELECOMMUNICATIONSCharter Communications800-581-0081www.charter.com

Comcast612-522-2000www.comcast.com

EmbarqHome 800-788-3500 Multi-line business 800-800-8494www.embarq.com

Frontier Communications952-435-1504www.frontieronline.com

Integra Telecom952-746-7100www.integramn.com

Qwest CommunicationsHome 800-244-1111Business 800-603-6000Home office consulting 800-898-9675Special needs (TTY/Voice) 800-223-3131www.qwest.com

Mediacom800-332-0245www.mediacomcc.com

US Cable763-689-4550www.uscable.com

THEATREAcme Comedy Company708 N 1st St.Minneapolis, MN 55401612-338-6393www.acmecomedycompany.com

Bloomington Civic Theater1800 West Old Shakopee Rd. Bloomington, MN 55431952-563-8575www.bloomingtoncivictheatre.org

Brave New Institute & ETC Theatre2605 Hennepin Av. S.Minneapolis, MN 55408612-332-6620 www.BraveNewWorkshop.com

Burnsville Performing Arts Center12600 Nicollet Av SBurnsville, MN 55337952-895-4680www.burnsvillepac.com

Bryant-Lake Bowl Theater810 W. Lake St.Minneapolis, MN 55408612-825-8949www.blb.ciceron.com/calendar.asp

CAST Showcase Theatre & School 4030 Central Av.No. Columbia Heights, MN 55421763-789-2353www.actortrainingcast.com

Centennial Showboatc/o Padelford RiverboatsHarriet IslandSt. Paul, MN 55107 651-227-1100www.cla.umn.edu/theatre/season/showboat.html

Chanhassen Dinner Theatres501 W. 78th St.Chanhassen, MN 55317952-934-1525www.chanhassentheatres.com

Children’s Theatre Company2400 Third Av. S.Minneapolis, MN 55404612-874-0400www.childrenstheatre.org

Fitzgerald Theater10 E. Exchange St.St. Paul, MN 55101 651-290-1221www.fitzgeraldtheater.org

Frank Theatre3156 S. 23rd Av.Minneapolis, MN 55407 612-724-3760www.franktheatre.org

Guthrie Theater818 South 2nd St.Minneapolis, MN 55415612-377-2224 or 877-44-STAGEwww.guthrietheater.org

Hennepin Stages 824 Hennepin Av.Minneapolis, MN 55403612-373-5600www.hennepintheatredistrict.org

Heritage Theatre Co. of Maplewood 2100 White Bear Av.Maplewood, MN 55109 651-773-1455www.heritagetc.com

History Theatre30 E. 10th St.St. Paul, MN 55101 651-292-4323www.historytheatre.com

Illusion Theater528 Hennepin Av.Minneapolis, MN 55403612-339-4944www.illusiontheater.org

In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre1500 E. Lake St.Minneapolis, MN 55407612-721-2535www.hobt.org

Jungle Theater2951 Lyndale Av. S.Minneapolis, MN 55408 612-822-7063www.jungletheater.com

Lyric Arts Main St. Stage420 E. Main St.Anoka, MN 55303 763-422-1838www.lyricarts.org

Masquers Theatre CompanyPO Box 446Forest Lake, MN 55025651-464-5823www.masquerstheatre.com

Mixed Blood Theatre1501 S. Fourth St.Minneapolis, MN 55454612-338-6131www.mixedblood.com

Music Box Theatre1407 Nicollet Av.Minneapolis, MN 55403612-871-1414www.hennepintheaterdistrict.org

Old Log Theater5175 Meadville St.Excelsior, MN 55331 952-474-5951www.oldlog.com

Ordway Center for the Performing Arts345 Washington St.St. Paul, MN 55102651-224-4222www.ordway.org

Orpheum Theatre 910 Hennepin Av.Minneapolis, MN 55403612-339-7007www.hennepintheatredistrict.org

Pangea World Theater711 West Lake St., #101Minneapolis, MN 55408612-203-1088www.pangeaworldtheater.org

Pantages Theatre710 Hennepin Av.Minneapolis, MN 55403612-339-7007www.hennepintheatredistrict.com

Park Square Theatre20 W. 7th PLSt. Paul, MN 55102651-291-7005www.parksquaretheatre.org

Penumbra Theatre Company270 N. Kent St.St. Paul, MN 55102 651-224-3180www.penumbratheatre.org

Pillsbury House Theatre3501 Chicago Av. S.Minneapolis, MN 55407612-824-0459www.puc-mn.org/pillsburyhousetheatre

Plymouth Playhouse2705 Annapolis Lane No.Plymouth, MN 55441763-553-1600www.plymouthplayhouse.com

Southern Theater 1420 Washington Av. So.Minneapolis, MN 55454612-340-1725www.southerntheater.org

Stages Theatre Company 1111 Main St.Hopkins, MN 55343952-979-1111www.stagestheatre.org

Stepping Stone Theatre75 W. 5th St.55 Victoria St. No.St. Paul, MN 55104 651-225-9265www.steppingstonetheatre.org

TB Sheldon Auditorium Theatre443 W. Third St.Red Wing, MN 55066 651-388-8700 or 800-899-5759www.sheldontheatre.org

Theatre de la Jeune Lune105 N. First St.Minneapolis, MN 55401 612-333-6200www.jeunelune.org

Theatre in the Round Players245 Cedar Av.Minneapolis, MN 55454612-333-3010www.theatreintheround.org

UTILITIESConnexus Energy 763-323-2600www.connexusenergy.com

Dakota Electric Association651-463-6212www.dakotaelectric.com

Minnesota Valley Electric Co-op952-492-2313www.mvec.net

Wright-Hennepin Cooperative Electrical Association800-943-2667www.whe.org

Xcel Energy800-895-4999www.xcelenergy.com

Centerpoint Energy612-372-4727www.centerpointenergy.com

Minnesota Energy Resources 800-303-0752www.wpsr.com

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