clemens gardens - St. Cloud Area Convention and Visitors Bureau

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clemens gardens - St. Cloud Area Convention and Visitors Bureau
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320-230-9006 • Highway 15 and County Road 1, Sartell, MN • 320-259-0877
2010 St. Cloud Visitors Guide • www.granitecountry.com
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WELCOME TO ST. CLOUD! .......................... 6-7
Attractions....................................................... 8
Walking Trails................................................ 10
City/County/State Parks Grid........................ 14
Munsinger & Clemens Gardens.................... 15
Granite, Granite Everywhere......................... 16
Area Events . ................................................. 17
Arts & Entertainment..................................... 20
Accommodations........................................... 26
Top 10 Things To Do....................................... 28
Discover Historic St. Cloud Itinerary............. 32
Bed & Breakfast Grid..................................... 34
Campgrounds Grid......................................... 34
Accommodations Grid................................... 36
Dining............................................................. 38
Dining Grid................................................ 44-45
Shopping........................................................ 46
Downtown Pages...................................... 52-53
Quarry Park..................................................... 55
Sports & Recreation ..................................... 56
Swimming Beaches....................................... 58
Area Lakes & Bait.......................................... 59
Sports Informaton At A Glance..................... 61
Area Golf Courses.......................................... 62
Moving To The Area....................................... 63
Our Senior Community................................... 66
Education...................................................... 67
Medical.......................................................... 70
Business & Organizations.............................. 73
Visitor Services.............................................. 75
Faith & Fellowship Communities................... 77
Abbey Road and Sister Act Itineraries.......... 78
Sartell and Sauk Rapids............................ 78-79
Heart of Minnesota.............. 81
Something’s Brewing in Cold Spring
Itinerary............................ ♥ MN Insert page 89
Lakes & Rivers .............................................. 93
Day Trips........................................................ 97
Coupons......................................................... 98
St. Cloud Area Map.... Insert Inside Back Cover
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Welcome to Granite
Country USA!
For many years the Central Lakes Area has
been one of the world’s leading producers
of granite, and do we have granite for you! In
addition to granite, St. Cloud and the Central
Lakes Area offer much to residents and
visitors alike. We enjoy a superb quality of life
here—nearly 100 area parks; sparkling lakes;
the Mississippi River; friendly, safe cities and
neighborhoods; hundreds of restaurants and
shops; a wide variety of recreational, cultural
and educational opportunities and a businessfriendly climate that is
sustaining a robust
regional economy.
Like Ella & Stella, we
love it here and hope you do, too!
Julie Lunning, St. Cloud Area Convention
& Visitors Bureau and Dave Kleis, Mayor
of St. Cloud
St. Cloud Area Convention &
Visitors Bureau
525 Hwy. 10 S., Ste. 1, St. Cloud, MN 56304
www.granitecountry.com
320-251-4170 • 1-800-264-2940
Fax: 320-656-0401
Executive Director..............................Julie Lunning
Director of Sales & Marketing... Judy Okerstrom
Director of Visitor Services.............Jean Robbins
Director of Sports & Special Events... Kelly Filla
Sales Manager..........................................Lori Cates
Jim Altobell
St. Cloud River Bats
Administrative Assistant ..................Nikki Fisher
Ella & Stella are back!
Their story begins on page 6.­
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2010 St. Cloud Visitors Guide • 1-800-264-2940
St. Cloud Mayor Dave Kleis and
Julie Lunning, Executive Director
of the St. Cloud Area Convention
and Visitors Bureau.
Neil Anderson
For history buffs
St. Cloud began as three separate settlements on the Mississippi
River which were founded by three extremely different men.
One of the town sites was begun by a former slave owner who
was involved in the fur trade, bringing slave-owning Southerners
to the area. A second settlement was begun by a professional
town-entrepreneur who attracted Protestants opposed to slavery.
The third site was intended for a sawmill which drew Catholics
from Germany. In spite of the differences, the three settlements
eventually merged into one city in 1856. The name “St. Cloud”
was chosen to reflect the area’s French heritage, being named
after a suburb of Paris, France. Soon after, granite deposits were
discovered and area granite companies began shipping granite to
sites all over the world. Today, in addition to granite production,
the area is a center for education and retail, and is one of the
state’s popular destinations for recreation and tourism.
Neil Anderson
Enjoying the lakes.
Northstar Visitor Guides Inc.
Hugs for a happy
parade goer.
Close To
everywhere!
Ella, Stella with
best friend, Louie,
by the Granite Trio
downtown.
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Follow the entertaining lives of two
St. Cloud originals...Ella & Stella.
Ella & Stella represent the fun, excitement and possibilities
of living, working and playing in St. Cloud and Central Minnesota.
City..........................................................Distance
Minneapolis/St. Paul.......................................... 65
Duluth.............................................................. 165
Rochester........................................................ 153
Paris, France.................................................. 4904
Chicago, IL....................................................... 489
Sioux Falls, SD................................................. 220
Fargo, ND........................................................ 172
Winnipeg, Manitoba........................................ 358
Des Moines, IA................................................ 335
New York, NY................................................. 1304
A most friendly climate!
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Summerland
Central Minnesota is a theater of the seasons.
Spring is alive with color, from crab apple trees
to tulips and daffodils. The summers are warm
and balmy with quickly passing thunderstorms.
Our autumns are crisp and clear with abundant
fall foliage colors. Even our winters are beautiful
with hoarfrost and crystal snowfalls. But don’t
be fooled– always check the thermometer before
heading outside!
High Low
70
78
43
28
50
59
25
12
Annual Rainfall: 27”
Annual Snowfall: 45”
Rounding a turn at Summerland.
Fourth of July celebration.
Neil Anderson
Northstar Visitor Guides, Inc.
Art show in Clemens Gardens.
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Stearns
History
Museum
Exhibit.
Visitors to the St. Cloud area continue to comment on the exceptional
number of attractions and activities they discover in the region. Examples
abound. Thousands visit the Munsinger and Clemens Gardens in the
summer. Others immerse themselves in the history and culture of the
area at the Stearns History Museum and other local museums. Art lovers
find an intriguing variety of art galleries to explore. Still others find scenic
parks and the mighty Mississippi River to enjoy, Central Minnesota truly
offers an uncommon variety of attractions.
Ella & Stella
at Clemens/
Munsinger
Gardens.
Clemens/Munsinger
Gardens.
Historic Walking Tours
Three different, self-guided walking tours of over
40 historic St. Cloud sites available, with MP3
tours now offered via Internet iTunes download or
for checkout in the St. Cloud Planning and Zoning
office at City Hall. See page 59 for more information.
www.ci.stcloud.mn.us/Planning/Downtown.aspx
Museums/Galleries
art and heritage Place • ♥MN map pg. 82
Saint Benedict’s Monastery
For more information, call 320-363-7100
www.sbm.osb.org • Ad page 11
This lovely space includes a museum, gallery and gift
shop featuring the history and handmade gifts by the
Sisters of the Order of Saint Benedict. 88
Northstar Visitor Guides, Inc.
ATWOOD GALLERY • 9-j
St. Cloud State University • 320-308-2205
www.stcloudstate.edu/upb
Contemporary with a variety of art works exhibited.
Gallery hours are Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed holidays
and during SCSU breaks. Call for information on shows.
A family takes a stroll in the fabulous Clemens Garden along the river.
BENEDICTA ARTS CENTER • ♥MN map pg. 82
Main Gallery, Gallery Lounge, College of
Saint Benedict, St. Joseph • 320-363-5777
www.csbsju.edu/finearts
National, regional and local exhibits. Open Mon.-Sat., 9
a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun. noon-4 p.m. and Sun.-Thurs. evenings,
6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Call for show details. BENTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY • 8-f
218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids • 320-253-9614
www.co.benton.mn.us
Benton County’s past is fondly preserved here. Open all
year. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Call for appointment.
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THE CHARLES A. WEYERHAEUSER MEMORIAL MUSEUM • ♥MN map pg. 90
2151 S. Lindbergh Dr., Little Falls, MN • 320-632-4007
www.morrisoncountyhistory.org
Self-guided tours, research services, county history, and more. Open year round. Regular
hours are Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Attractions
CHARLES A. LINDBERGH HISTORIC SITE • ♥MN map pg. 90
1620 Lindbergh Dr. S., Little Falls, MN • 320-616-5421
www.mnhs.org/lindbergh • ♥MN Ad page 92
Tour the famous aviator’s home complete with original family furnishings and artifacts.
See new exhibits in the visitor center. Shop the huge selection of Lindbergh and flight
merchandise. Hours: Memorial Day-Labor Day: Thurs.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 12 p.m.5 p.m. Group and school tours open by appointment.
CHRISTIE HOUSE MUSEUM • ♥MN map pg. 82 (N. of Sauk Centre)
Long Prairie, MN 56347 • 320-732-2514
A walk in the past through a country doctor’s house. Open Wed.-Sun. 1:30-4:30 p.m.
June, July and Aug.
COKATO MUSEUM • ♥MN map pg. 94
175 W. 4th St., P.O. Box 686, Cokato, MN 55321-0686
320-286-2427 • www.cokato.mn.us/cmhs/
You’ll find lots of local Scandinavian history here. Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.3 p.m.; Sun Noon-4 p.m. Closed Mondays and major holidays.
The HILL MUSEUM & MANUSCRIPT LIBRARY (HmmL) • ♥MN map pg. 82
31802 Cty. Rd. 159, Collegeville, MN 56321
320-363-3514 • www.hmml.org ♥MN Ad page 83
HMML is sponsored by Saint John’s Abbey and University, and is home to The Saint
John’s Bible, a handwritten, illuminated Bible. Museum, library and gift shop are open:
Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Sat. Noon-4 p.m. (May 1 to Dec. 15). KIEHLE VISUAL ARTS CENTER • 9-j
St. Cloud State University • 320-308-4999
www.stcloudstate.edu/art
National and local art work is featured. Open Sept.-May, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Call for details. MINNESOTA BASEBALL HALL OF FAME MUSEUM • 8-i
St. Cloud Civic Center. 10 Fourth Ave. S., second floor • 320-252-8227 or 320-255-7272
www.mnamateurbaseballhof.com
Take yourself out to the Minnesota Baseball Hall of Fame, where great moments in
Minnesota baseball are preserved. Open Mon.-Fri., 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Hours are extended
and open some weekends when the Civic Center remains open for events or conventions.
Free (bring your own peanuts and Cracker Jacks). MINNESOTA Fishing Museum • ♥MN map pg. 90
304 W. Broadway, Little Falls, MN • 320-616-2011
[email protected]
www.mnfishingmuseum.com • ♥MN Ad page 92
Over 10,000 sq. ft. of antique fishing artifacts. Minnesota Military museum • ♥MN map pg. 90
Located at Camp Ripley: 15000 Hwy. 115, Little Falls, MN 56345
320-632-7374 • ♥MN Ad page 92
Minnesota military memorabilia. Hours: May-Sept.10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily; Oct.-April 9
a.m.-4 p.m. on Thurs. & Fri. $3 donation/adult.
Paramount Theatre • 8-j
913 W. St. Germain, Downtown St. Cloud • 320-259-5463
www.paramountarts.org • Ad page 21
A renovated historic theatre, programming theatre performances and visual arts classes
and events.
Sherburne History Center • ♥MN map pg. 90
10775 27th Ave. S.E., Becker, MN 55308 • 763-261-4433 • 763-262-4433
www.sherburnehistorycenter.org
STEARNS History Museum • 5-k
235 S. 33rd Ave., St. Cloud, MN • 320-253-8424
www.stearns.history.museum • Ad this page; coupon page 98
See a 1919 Pan automobile and a 1930’s granite quarry. Play in the Children’s Room and
see the story of the first immigrants to Central Minnesota. Nationally accredited museum
has two floors of exhibits and an extensive research library specializing in German and
Luxembourg immigration. Open Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 12-5 p.m.
Noted Attractions
Alice’s Attic • ♥MN map pg. 90
30872 Nature Rd., Royalton, MN (14 miles east of Royalton on Cty. Rd. 26/Nature Rd.)
320-355-2580 • [email protected] • Ad page 49
Located on a beautiful farm setting. Browse 5 shops full of antiques, vintage furniture
and primitives. Open 3rd weekend of month, April-October.
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Attractions
A Maze’n Farmyard • ♥MN map pg. 94
3-1/2 mi. W. of Eden Valley on Hwy. 55 • 320-453-6901
www.amazenfarmyard.com • ♥MN Ad page 88 & 95
Over 12 acres of farmyard fun. All generations love to
visit our farm and see the animals. Seeing and petting
the animals is only the beginning–we have a maze, giant
slide, mini golf and lots more! Shop in our lovely gift
shop and have lunch at our snack center!
CHARLES A. LINDBERGH STATE
PARK • ♥MN map pg. 90
Little Falls, MN • 320-616-2525
www.dnr.state.mn.us
See Day Trips page 97 for more information
Enjoy camping, fishing, hiking, picnicking, canoeing,
boating, bird watching and, in winter, cross country skiing.
Don’t miss the Lindbergh House Historic Site. The park
is located one and a half miles south of Highway 27 just
outside Little Falls, a 25-minute drive from St. Cloud. Park
open year round, campground open until first snowfall.
CLEMENS GARDENS • 9-k
Michigan Ave. and Kilian Blvd. and 13th St. S., St. Cloud.
1-800-264-2940 • Gift Shop 320-258-0381
FREE admission. Open sunrise-sunset. Gift Shop.
Walking the trails and paths of
parks and nature spots in and
around St. Cloud and the Central
Lakes is a popular activity for
people of all ages. The St. Cloud
area has a wealth of walking, inline skating and biking trails. Among
the more popular are the Lake
Wobegon Regional Trail, Eastman
(around Lake George), Heritage,
Whitney Memorial, Wetlands Trail
and the Beaver Islands Trail.
Beaver Islands Trail
2.5 miles paved
Eastman Park • 1.2 miles paved
Heritage Park
1 mile & 2.5 miles paved & mixed
Lake Koronis
Recreational Trail
CRAFTS DIRECT • 3-l
620 Sundial Dr., Waite Park, MN 56387
320-654-0907 • www.craftsdirect.com
Ad inside back cover; coupon page 98
Crafts Direct is one of the largest independently owned
craft retail stores in the United States with over 40,000
sq. ft. of retail floor space. The new store is as large
as a football field with one mile of shelving filled with
crafting supplies. You’ll also find a large classroom, four
interactive demo areas and now a brand new coffee
shop. A definite “don’t miss” destination.
Downtown is always on • 8-j
See ads pages 11, 52 & 53
A vibrant energy has returned to Downtown where we
love to cater to our guests with a variety of delicious
options for casual and fine dining, from specialty
sandwiches and pizzas to gourmet seafood. Music, art,
dining, yoga, spas, cocktails, theatres, hotels, shopping,
library...all within walking distance of each other.
Experience the vibrant nightlife and rich cultural heritage
of St. Cloud’s downtown.
EL RANCHO MAñANA CAMPGROUND, RIDING
STABLE & RECREATIONAL AREA • ♥MN map pg. 86
27302 Ranch Rd., Richmond, MN 56368
Call for reservations 320-597-2740 • ♥MN Ad page 87
Fairview Gardens • 9-d
1080 35th St. N., Sauk Rapids
(East of Hwy. 10 & 15 on Co. Rd. 29)
320-229-2281 • www.fairviewgardensmn.com
Ads pages 47 & 78
One of the area’s Best Attractions! Huge greenhouse
space, extensive nursery, home and holiday decor,
seasonal displays, unique gifts, colorful special events,
educational seminars and workshops. Greenhouse and
gift shop. Open April-October. For hours and special
events, call us or check our website.
FOUNTAIN AT CLEMENS GARDENS • 9-k
The “Renaissance Fountain with Cranes” was given to
the city by Bill and Virginia Clemens. At a height of 24
feet, this is the tallest outdoor fountain in a Minnesota
public garden. The cranes are from an old Victorian
pattern, the bathing boys on the first tier were patterned
after those by Scottish sculptor Fredrick MacMonnies
and the top figure is of Hebe, “cup bearer to the gods” in
Greek mythology.
The Grande Depot • 1-l
8318 State Hwy. 23 W., St. Cloud
320-257-5500 • www.thegrandedepot.com
Ad page 54
This 1912 Depot is an architectural masterpiece inside
and out. The Grande Depot offers two upscale retail
choices for discerning consumers; áccentric and Cork
& Cask. áccentric offers home décor, gourmet foods,
exclusive culinary and much more. Cork & Cask offers
the most unique selection of fine wine, beer and spirits.
GRANITE COUNTRY USA
1-800-264-2940
www.granitecountry.com
Take home rock-solid memories by joining us for
fascinating self-guided tours of beautiful Quarry Park,
granite architecture, sculpture and a whole lot more-all
here in Central Minnesota!
GRASSHOPPER CHAPEL • ♥MN map pg. 86
Highway 23 west to Cold Spring
Church of St. Boniface, Cold Spring
320-685-3280
Built as a symbol of the power of prayer, the Chapel
represents the miracle of an 1877, April 26 snowstorm
that halted an impending grasshopper plague. Often a
pilgrimage, there is a shrine and the beautiful Stations of
the Cross. Chapel open everyday, all day to the public.
Teens enjoy a golf outing at Summerland.
Paynesville • 4 miles paved
Lake Wobegon • 61 miles paved
Prairie and Woods Trail
St. Benedict’s Monastery
2 miles unpaved
Quarry Park • 4 miles unpaved
Sand Prairie Wildlife Area
1.6 miles unpaved
St. John’s University Trails •
Northstar Visitor Guides, Inc.
Varied lengths
Warner Lake • 2.5 miles unpaved
Wetlands Trail
St. John’s University • 1.5 miles unpaved
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Whitney Memorial Park
1 mile & 1.5 miles paved
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Attractions
100,000 square feet, 16 meeting rooms
41,000 square feet exhibit space
Banquet facilities for up to 2,000 people
Full convention and trade show services
Underground parking
Connected to two major hotels
10 Fourth Avenue South • St. Cloud, Minnesota 56301
St. Cloud’s Downtown is the place to go for
taking in exciting events, colorful galleries,
exceptional theatre, live music & comedy, fine
dining, terrific burgers, scrumptious pizza and
of course, great one-of-a-kind shopping and
specialty stores. Plus you’ll find an abundance of
professional services conveniently located in our
charming historic locale.
There’s something for
The St. Cloud
Downtown Council
everyone here— downtown
820 W. St. Germain
is urban, walkable, lively...
and we have plenty of
320-257-8600
www.stclouddowntown.com
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convenient parking, too!
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Neil Anderson
Anderson
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Attractions
QUARRY PARK • 3-m
West of St. Cloud on Co. Rd. 137 (17th St. S, Waite Park)
Stearns Co. Parks, 320-255-6172
www.co.stearns.mn.us • See page 55
Saint Benedict’s Monastery • ♥MN map pg. 82
320-363-7100 • www.sbm.osb.org • Ad page 11
Benedictine tradition lives on at Saint Benedict’s Monastery (104 Chapel Lane, St.
Joseph), marked by the Italian baroque chapel dome. Start at the Gathering Place and
tour Sacred Heart Chapel. Visit Art and Heritage Place, featuring a museum, gift shop
and gallery. Information is available at foyer near chapel, open 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
ST. CLOUD CIVIC CENTER • 8-i
10 4th Ave. S., St. Cloud • 320-255-7272
www.ci.stcloud.mn.us • Ad page 11
The St. Cloud Civic Center offers a picturesque view of the Mississippi River.
Conventions, exhibits, trade shows, entertainment, lectures and dances are among the
events the center can accommodate. Holds banquets for up to 2,000, seats up to 3,100
for concerts. 16 meeting rooms. Home to the Minnesota Baseball Hall of Fame (free). St. Cloud Public library • 7-j
1300 St. Germain W. • 320-650-2500 • www.griver.org
State-of-the-art contemporary library opened Downtown in the fall. You’ll find a giant
selection of books, along with videos, DVDs, music CDs, cassette tapes, a wide variety
of children’s programs and you can even surf the Internet for free! Open Mon.-Thurs., 10
a.m.-9 p.m.; Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Saint JOHN’S BENEDICTINE ABBEY CHURCH • ♥MN map pg. 82
Saint John’s Abbey and University, Collegeville • 320-363-2011 • www.sja.osb.org
The campus drive leads you to one of the most striking pieces of contemporary architecture
in America—the Saint John’s Abbey Church. Designed by renowned architect Marcel
Breuer, this gorgeous church serves as the centerpiece for the Saint John’s University
campus. Open daily, 6:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Access may be limited occasionally during
services. Free. The Lake Wobegon Trail boasts 61 miles of paved recreational trail.
Gypsy Lea’s • 8-f
115 Division St., Sauk Rapids • 320-251-4019 • www.GypsyLeas.com • Ad page 47
An Event You’ll Never Want to Miss! Open 4 days each month, the 2nd Thursday-Sunday.
A completely new, beautifully staged store each time. Antique, Unique, Vintage and Shabby
Chic. Recycled, Repurposed, Repainted or Revamped, everything is custom and/or one-of-akind. Something for every mood, room, and decor!
Hemker PARK & ZOO • ♥MN map pg. 82
26715 Co. Rd. 39, Freeport, MN (I-94 exit 140) 1 mi. N. of downtown Freeport
320-836-2426 • www.hemkerzoo.com • ♥MN Ad page 85
Welcome to Hemker Park & Zoo, the best kept secret of central Minnesota. Come walk on
the “Wild Side” with some of the most exotic animals of Africa, Australia and North America.
Hand feed and pet the animals in the zoo.
Hoopers’ Yak Ranch • ♥MN map pg. 86
15813 Christmas Tree Rd., Cold Spring, MN 56320 320-685-4489 • Cell: 320-266-8090
www.yak-man.com • [email protected] • ♥MN Ad page 89
Take a tour in the Yakmobile to see the largest herd of yak in the eastern half of North
America (by appointment only). Learn about these amazing creatures, view artifacts
from their native Tibet, and purchase frozen yak meat.
MISSISSIPPI RIVER
The mighty Mississippi actually begins its 2,552-mile journey to the sea about three
hours north of St. Cloud. By the time it reaches Central Minnesota, the river has grown in
size, flowing right through St. Cloud’s metro area. Ample parks and public access points
make it possible for residents and visitors to enjoy this fabled, natural wonder.
MUNSINGER GARDENS • 9-k
Riverside Dr. SE and 13th St. S. • 1-800-264-2940 • Gift Shop 320-258-0381
Situated along the Mississippi River, these distinctive gardens lie under towering hemlock
and pine trees. Many of the garden beds are in the shade, making them astounding in
their abundance of color and incredible variety of flowers. Included in the park are a
large peacock cage, lovely wedding pavilion, wooden gazebo, Gardens Gift Shop and, of
course, the fabulous Mississippi River. FREE admission. Open sunrise-sunset.
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PINE GROVE ZOO • ♥MN map pg. 90
10 Blocks W. of the Mississippi on Hwy. 27, Little Falls, MN, 56345 • 320-616-5595
www.pinegrovezoo.com • ♥MN Ad page 92
Meander down paved paths and view a variety of exotic, native and domestic animals
at home in their spacious natural habitats. Interactive signs and a petting stable provide
educational encounters that will enhance your zoo visit and create long lasting memories. A
historic, log cabin can be reserved for all your special occasions. See ad for hours.
The Saint John’s Bible in The Hill Museum & Manuscript Library
(HmmL) • ♥MN map pg. 82
31802 Cty. Rd. 159, Collegeville, MN 56321 • 320-363-3514
www.saintjohnsbible.org • ♥MN Ad page 83
HMML is home to The Saint John’s Bible, a handwritten, illuminated Bible. Selected
pages from The Saint John’s Bible are always on exhibit. Museum, library and gift shop
are open: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Sat. Noon-4 p.m. (May 1 to Dec. 15).
SCHEELS • 4-j
40 N. Waite Ave., Waite Park (Crossroads Center) • 320.252.9494
scheels.com • Ad page 3
Minnesota’s Largest All Sports Store.
STEARNS COUNTY COURTHOUSE • 8-j
725 Courthouse Square, Downtown St. Cloud
320-656-3600 • www.co.stearns.mn.us
This historic landmark, with its illuminated clock, was built in 1922. The distinctive dome
soars 109 feet above the street. Open Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Free. STONE CRAFTERS • west of 1-l
25940 99th Ave., St. Cloud (Hwy. 23 West) • 320-251-4111
www.stonecraftersinc.com • Ad page 13
Discover The World of Granite! Showroom and shop tours. Groups welcome! See how
granite products are made. Granite and marble tiles, countertops, furniture, vanities and
more. Summerland • east of 12-h
2 miles east on Hwy. 23, St. Cloud, MN 56301 • 320-251-0940
www.summerlandfunpark.com • Ad page 13; coupon page 98
St. Cloud’s most unique theme park. Attractive, clean family fun • Jr. & Kiddie Karts
Kiddie Boats • Indy Karts Go-Karts • 2-Mini Golf Courses • Giant water slide • Arcade
center • 4 batting cages • Bumper Boats • Large picnic shelter for groups. New 18-hole
Championship Adventure Mini Golf.
Winery
Millner Heritage Vineyard & Winery • ♥MN map pg. 94
32025 MN Hwy. 15, Kimball, MN 55353
(Located 7 miles S. of Kimball or 8 miles N. of Dassel on MN Hwy. 15) • 320-398-2081
www.MillnerHeritage.com • ♥MN Ad page 95
European Style Winery offering riding vineyard tours, winery tours, and wine tasting.
Wine sales by the bottle or glass, plus gift shop. Panoramic view of 9 acre producing
vineyard. Indoor and outdoor events. Focus on high quality wines from regional grapes.
Family owned and operated. “Experience the Culture, Enjoy the Wine!”
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Attractions
See us for
granite and
marble tiles,
countertops,
vanities, furniture
and more!
Showroom
& Shop
Tours
Hwy. 23 W, St. Cloud
320-251-4111
www.stonecraftersinc.com
is Funland
for the entire
family!
New
18-Hole
Championship
Mini Golf!
• Giant Water Slide
• Indy Karts • Go-Karts
• Mini Golf
• Bumper Boats
• Batting Cages • Arcade
• Large Picnic Shelter
• Jr Karts • Kiddie Boats
• Family Ticket Packages
320-251-0940
Open 7 Days a week 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
Hwy. 23 E. (1 mile past Honda House)
St. Cloud, Minnesota
www.summerlandfunpark.com
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Winter Sliding
Picnic Facilities
Wading Pool
Volleyball
Tennis
Table-Grill
Softball
Soccer
Cross-Country Ski
Rest Rooms
Play Equipment
Kitchen
Ice Skating
Horseshoes
Hockey
Baseball
Waite Park Park & Rec.:
(320) 252-6822 • www.waitepark.org
Basketball
Sauk Rapids Parks:
(320) 258-5300 • www.ci.sauk-rapids.mn.us
Exercise Trails
(320) 255-7216 • www.ci.stcloud.mn.us
Disc Golf
Cloud Park & Rec.:
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Whitney Memorial
1525 Northway Dr., St. Cloud
City Parks
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625 NE Riverside Dr., St. Cloud
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Mayhew Lake Rd., Sauk Rapids
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River Ave. N, Sauk Rapids
Sauk Rapids Athletic Complex
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Community Park
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Rivers Edge Park
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Lions Park
Stearns County Parks
1802 Cty. Rd. 137, Waite Park, MN 56387
(320) 255-6172 • www.co.stearns.mn.us
Benton County Parks
Parks Director William Mayland
(320) 968-5079 • www.co.benton.mn.us
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Visitor Center
Picnic Shelter
Playgrounds
Volleyball Court
Interpretive Program
Historic Site
Hiking Trails
Bike Trails
Horse Trails
Swimming
Fishing
Boat/Canoe Access
Boat/Canoe Rental
Drive-In Sites
Electric Sites
Shower
Flush Toilets
Dumping Station
Walk-in Sites
Backpack Sites
Canoe Sites
Horse Camp
Group Camp Center
XC Ski
XC Ski/and or
Showshoe Rental
Skate Ski
Snowmobile
Warming House
Nature Center
Picnic Area
Hndcpd. Acc. Pier
Rock Climbing
Co. Rd. 137 & Dublin Dr., Waite Park
County Parks
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The Department of Natural Resources Information Center can provide you with free detailed information about state parks.
(651) 296-6157 or 1-888-Minndnr • www.dnr.state.mn.us/ • DNR Information Center • 500 Lafayette Road • St. Paul, MN 55155-4040
Lake Maria
(763) 878-2325 •
Sibley
(320) 354-2055 •
Charles A. Lindbergh
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Crow Wing
(218) 825-3075
Sherburne National
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Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge is a mixture of oak savanna and wetland habitats which create an excellent area for wildlife.
Activities include hiking trails, an auto tour route, special events, wildlife observation, fishing, hunting, snowshoeing and cross
country skiing. Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge, 17076 293rd Avenue, Zimmerman, Minnesota 55398
www.fws.gov/midwest/sherburne
Munsinger Gardens
Along The Mississippi River
Situated below the Clemens Gardens and along the Mississippi
River, these distinctive gardens lie under towering hemlock and pine
trees. As a result, many of the garden beds are in the shade, making
them astounding in their abundance of color and incredible variety
of flowers. Included in the park are a large peacock cage, lovely
wedding pavilion, wooden gazebo, and of course, the fabulous
Mississippi River.
Clemens Gardens
A Place For All Seasons
Six gardens make up Clemens Gardens: Virginia Clemens Rose
Garden, Rest Area Garden, Formal Garden, White Garden, Perennial
Garden and the Treillage Garden. The six gardens draw 2,000 to
3,000 people a day during the summer, from all over the world. So,
whether you’re a weekend gardener or professional horticulturist,
visit soon and find the flavor of European gardens right here in
Central Minnesota!
Granite Country Attractions:
Once known as the “Nitty Gritty Granite City”, St. Cloud used the above headline for a 1921 advertising campaign. When
granite deposits were found along area rivers and in land nearby, the granite industry began to develop. Granite was
everywhere and even today, as you drive through St. Cloud and Central Minnesota, you’ll find buildings, houses, churches,
monuments and public artwork made of granite of all kinds. One of the largest granite companies in the world is in
nearby Cold Spring, and the Minnesota Correctional Facility was built on the site of the first granite quarry in St. Cloud.
At one time the area claimed 19 granite companies, and the granite industry provided thousands of jobs throughout the
mid-1800s to present day.
Contact the St. Cloud Area Convention and Visitors Bureau for more information at 1-800-264-2940 or
www.granitecountry.com, or call the Stearns History Museum at 320-253-8424.
Stearns History Museum
235 33rd Ave. S, St. Cloud • 5-g
Quarry Park (Stearns County Parks)
County Rd 137, Waite Park • 1-i
Stearns County Courthouse
725 Courthouse Square, St. Cloud • 9-e
St. Mary’s Cathedral
25 8th Ave. N, St. Cloud • 9-e
North Star Cemetery
1901 Cooper Ave. N, St. Cloud • 8-h
Minnesota Correctional Facility
2305 Minnesota Blvd. SE, St. Cloud
west of 12-g
St. John’s Abbey, St. John’s University
Collegeville • ♥MN map pg. 82
Assumption Chapel
(Grasshopper Chapel)
Hwy. 23, Cold Spring • ♥MN map pg. 86
St. Boniface Catholic Church
& Cemetery
418 Main St., Cold Spring
♥MN map pg. 86
First National Bank of Rockville
205 Broadway St. E, Rockville
♥MN map pg. 86
Rockville City Hall
209 E Broadway St., Rockville
♥MN map pg. 86
Cold Spring Granite’s corporate headquarters, located in Cold Spring, Minnesota,
is built with green building guidelines. Cold Spring Granite is a proud employer of
over 1,000 people and operates 30 quarries across North America.
Cold Spring Granite has a rich heritage of industry leadership
built on the honesty, integrity, creativity and determination of
our employees. These qualities have been the cornerstone of
our organization since day one and have allowed us to become
one of the world’s most formidable producers of natural stone
and bronze product solutions in North America.
For more information visit www.coldspringgranite.com
Air show.
A local race.
Fourth of July Fireworks.
January
January 13 Fiddler On the Roof. Paramount
Theatre, St. Cloud, MN. 320-259-5463. The father of five
daughters attempts to maintain his family and religious
traditions. www.paramountarts.org
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January 14-17 Fishing Widows: The Reel
Story. Pioneer Place on 5th, St. Cloud, MN. 320-2030331. Musical comedy of the women sharing fishing
opener weekend. www.ppfive.com
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January 15 “Don’t start Me talking or I’ll
tell you Everything I know:” Sayings from
the life and writinGs of Junebug Jabbo
Jones. Stephen B. Humphrey Theater, St. John’s
University, St. Joseph, MN. 8 p.m. 320-363-5777. Travel
through a collection of stories, songs and poems drawn
from over 100 years of African American oral history.
♥MN map pg. 82
All of our seasons are filled with celebration and
family fun. Join us for colorful parades, art fairs,
festivals, historic home tours and rodeo’s—the
list goes on and on! For an up-to-date list of
activities, contact the St. Cloud Area Convention
and Visitors Bureau at 1-800-264-2940 or visit
www.granitecountry.com
February 6 Romeo & Juliet. Paramount Theatre,
St. Cloud, MN. Timeless, tragic story of two star-crossed
lovers whose deaths ultimately unite their two feuding
families. www.paramountarts.org
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February 7 The King’s singers. Paramount
Theatre, St. Cloud, MN. 320-259-5463. An acappella
group. $26 adults, $24 seniors, $15 students.
www.paramountarts.org
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February 12 Sofya Gulyak & CSB/SJU Orchestra.
Escher Auditorium, College of St. Benedict, St. Jospeh,
MN. 320-363-5777. Gulyak’s skill and passion is brought to
Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 4. ♥MN map pg. 82
February 12-14 Sportsmen’s show. St. Cloud
Civic Center. The most successful consumer trade show
in the Northwest. Vendors for sporting goods for all
activities. 9-j
February 13 Auryn String Quartet. Atonement
Lutheran Church. 7:30 p.m. This string quartet is now in
its 28th season. They have won numerous prizes for their
recordings. 6-h
February 17-21 RV Show. St. Cloud Civic Center.
320-251-7588.
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February 18-19 Late Nite Catechism 3: ‘Til
Death do us part. Paramount Theatre, St. Cloud,
MN. Hilarious lessons from Sister on the sacraments
of marriage and last rites...includes her version of “The
Newlywed Game.” www.paramountarts.org
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Bikers in hot pursuit of a win at one of our area races.
January 17 Wedding Expo. St. Cloud Civic Center.
Contact Michael Linder at 320-291-7201. Florists,
caterers, photographers, bridal shops, everything under
one roof for your wedding planning needs!
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January 29-30 The Trial of the Catonsville
nine. Stephen B. Humphrey Theater, St. John’s
University, St. Joseph, MN. 320-363-5777. History
comes alive as The Actor’s Gang examines the 1968 trial
of two Catholic priests. ♥MN map pg. 82
February 5 Most Valuable Player. Stephen B.
Humphrey Theater, St. John’s University, St. Joseph, MN. 320363-5777. Relive the triumphant story of Jackie Robinson with
the young baseball ethusiasts in your life.♥MN map pg. 82
February 5-7 Gingerbread Arts & Crafts
Show. Annual craft show at the Crossroads Shopping
Center, St. Cloud, MN. www.gingerbreadshows.com 4-j
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Area Events
February 23-25 Farm Show. St. Cloud Civic Center.
Contact Ginny Kroll with the St. Cloud Chamber of
Commerce 320-251-2940 ext. 105
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February 26-28 Boat show. St. Cloud Civic Center.
320-251-8900.
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March
March 5-7 HomeShow. St. Cloud Civic Center. 320251-4382. www.cmbaonline.org 9-j
March 12 The Wit of David Rakoff. Stephen B.
Humphrey Theater, St. John’s University, St. Joseph,
MN. 8 p.m. 320-363-5777. Rakoff reflects upon his work
and the creative process.
♥MN map pg. 82
March 16 Straighten up and fly right: A nat
king cole Tribute. Paramount Theatre, St. Cloud,
MN. 320-259-5463. Explores the genius of this unique
entertainer and a hit-filled career spanning the decades
from 1939-1962. www.paramountarts.org
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March 19 The kingston Trio. Paramount Theatre,
St. Cloud, MN. 320-259-5463. This trio emerged to take
the country by storm—brings rich tradition American
folk music into the mainstream for the first time.
www.paramountarts.org
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Neil Anderson
Don’t miss the Liberty Block Party if you love terrific music and great food!
March 19
2010 Downtown art crawl.
5-9 p.m. Ceramics, paintings, photography, glass,
jewelry, metal work, stone...all done by Central
Minnesota regional artists! Free parking after 6 p.m.!
www.artcrawlstcloud.com
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March 27-28 Jose Cole Circus. Sauk Rapids Sports
Arena East. Showtimes are 3 and 7 p.m. on the 27th, 1:30 and
5:30 p.m. on the 28th. Contact Jessica Nelson-Rademacher
for further information. [email protected]
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April
April 2-3 Central MN Horse Fest. St. Cloud
Civic Center. 218-678-4125. Demonstrations, vendors,
seminars, pony rides.
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April 9 John McCutcheon. Stephen B. Humphrey
Theater, St. John’s University, St. Joseph, MN. 320363-5777. Folk singer and master of a dozen different
traditional instruments.
♥MN map pg. 82
April 10 The Wacky chicken show. Paramount
Theatre, St. Cloud, MN. 320-259-5463. A slapstick
routine inspired by the energy of Charlie Chaplin and The
Three Stooges. www.paramountarts.org
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April 10 Diotima String Quartet. Atonement
Lutheran Church. 7:30 p.m. This is a prize-winning French
quartet that has performed extensively in Europe. 6-h
Neil Anderson
The annual Lemonade Art Fair is a fun-filled day of art and entertainment.
April 13 The Lowe Family. Paramount Theatre, St.
Cloud, MN. 320-259-5463. Lowe family shares their
talents via TV, radio, and live performances. Versatile
with many instruments. Play jazz, bluegrass, gospel and
more. www.paramountarts.org
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April 16 Step Afrika! Escher Auditorium, College
of St. Benedict, St. Jospeh, MN. 320-363-5777. Unique
dance tradition with intricate kicks, stomps and
rhythms.
♥MN map pg. 82
April 17 Earthday 1/2 Marathon. Presented
by the Central MN Heart Center at the St. Cloud
Hospital. Includes 5k half marathon with amenities
including refreshments, massages and shower facilities.
320-308-3325 or www.earthdayhalfmarathon.org. 9-k
April 18
Minnesota orchestra
Escher
Auditorium, College of St. Benedict, St. Jospeh, MN.
320-363-5777. Performance features conductor Kirill
Karabits with Ingrid Fliter on piano. ♥MN map pg. 82
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Stepping out at the Granite City Days parade.
April 25 Mississippi Music Fest. St. Cloud State
University. 320-308-2205. An annual day-long festival
filled with a wide variety of music, food, arts, crafts, and
other social events.
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May 29 Apple Duathlon. The Apple Duathlon
is held in Sartell with $4,000 in prize money offered.
Second of ten races in the Midwest Multisport Series.
The duathlon features a 3.1 mile run, 20.5 mile bike ride
and a Kids Duathlon. 3-c
June
June 4-6 Minnesota Home Grown Kickoff
Music Festival. El Rancho Mañana Campground
& Riding Stable near Richmond (27302B Ranch Rd.,
56368). 20 mi. W of St. Cloud, I-94 exit #153 at Avon, 9
mi. S on Cty Rd. 9, left on Manana Rd. 1-800-635-3037.
Three day outdoor music and camping festival with
twenty-four regional groups performing bluegrass, oldtime stringband, and related forms of acoustic music.
www.MinnesotaBluegrass.org ♥MN map pg. 86
June 7-13 Waite Park Family Fun Fest. Waite
Park. Free outdoor concert, parade, children’s games and
so much more! www.waitepark.org
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June 11
2010 Downtown art crawl.
5-9 p.m. Ceramics, paintings, photography, glass,
jewelry, metal work, stone...all done by Central
Minnesota regional artists! Free parking after 6 p.m.!
www.artcrawlstcloud.com
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June 12 Lake Wobegon Regional Trail
Caramel Roll Ride. Lake Wobegon Trail. “A
sweet roll along a sweet trail.” Discover the joy of
bicycling! Refreshment stops will be available in Albany,
Holdingford and Bowlus, including caramel rolls!
www.lakewobegontrails.com
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June 16 Going Downtown history hunt.
Downtown St. Cloud. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Introducing the
History Hound who will guide young and old alike on a
journey into the past when pioneers set in motion the
creation of a magical place. Free event hosted by the
Downtown Council.
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June 24-27 Granite City Days! Includes festivities
such as the Lemonade Art Fair, Liberty Block Party and
Granite City Days Parade! Complete schedule available
at www.granitecitydays.com.
June 24-26
Rapids river Days. Sauk
Rapids, MN. 320-252-8444. Celebrate the spirit of
Sauk Rapids during this three day event of royal
excitement and family fun! Includes parade, family
entertainment, crafters, live bands and much more!
www.saukrapidsriverdays.com 7-f
June 25-27 The Great Minnesota Airshow.
A delightful event for the entire family. You won’t want
to miss the famous Blue Angels take flight in St. Cloud .
www.thegreatminnesotaairshow.com July
July 3-4 St. Joseph Parish Festival. St. Joseph,
MN. Concert on the 3rd includes Joe Town Rocks with
Bobby Vee from 6 p.m.-midnight. Parade begins at
10 a.m. on the 4th with the parish festival running from
11 a.m.-5 p.m. ♥MN map pg. 82
July 4
63rd annual Fireworks! Along
the banks of the Mississippi River. Wilson Park
www.stcloudfireworks.com
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July 11 Graniteman Triathlon. St. Cloud
area. 1/3 mile swim, 15 mile bike ride and 3 mile
run. Hosted by North Crest. 320-251-3416.
www.northcrestgym.com
July 23-25 Half Way Jam. Central Minnesota’s
Premier Rock and Roll Music Festival. Three days
of camping and sun baking, rock and roll from
the ‘60s to the ‘90s performed on two stages.
www.halfwayjam.com
July 11 Tour of Saints. Join 1,500 cyclists of all
ages and abilities on a supported ride through some
of the most scenic, biking-friendly country to grace
Minnesota. www.tourofsaints.com
July 25-30 20th Annual MS Tram Bike tour.
Experience Minnesota like never before, on the seat
of your BIKE! Enjoy small town flavor while riding a
5-day bicycle tour through six Minnesota towns. Each
community provides entertainment, camping and food!
Register today www.msTRAM.com or 1-800-fight-MS.
August
August 3-8 Benton County Fair. Benton
County Fairgrounds. Schedule of events available
early summer. Schedule can be found on the website:
www.bentonfairmn.com 8-h
August 12-15 Minnesota Bluegrass & OldTime Music Festival. At El Rancho Manana
Campground & Riding Stable near Richmond (27302B
Ranch Rd., 56368). 20 mi. W of St. Cloud, I-94 exit
#153 at Avon, 9 mi. S on Cty Rd. 9, left on Manana
Rd. 1-800-635-3037. Four-day outdoor music and
camping festival. Stage shows, dances, workshops,
showcases, children’s shows, demonstrations, crafts,
and good food. Five stage areas. Twenty professionally
touring groups performing bluegrass, old-time
stringband, and related forms of acoustic music.
www.MinnesotaBluegrass.org ♥MN map pg. 86
August 15 St. Cloud Antique Auto Club Car
Show & Swap Meet. Benton County Fairgrounds.
$5 admission for adults, kids 11 and under are free
with paid adult. This is the largest one day swap
meet in Minnesota! All show vehicles are from 1979
or older. Break, lunch and food available rain or shine.
www.pantowners.org
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October 16
18th Annual Women’s
showcase. St. Cloud Civic Center. Show runs from
9 a.m.-4 p.m. Includes speakers and exhibits!
www.womensshowcase.com 8-j
November
November 19 2010 Downtown art crawl.
5-9 p.m. Ceramics, paintings, photography, glass,
jewelry, metal work, stone...all done by Central
Minnesota regional artists! Free parking after 6 p.m.!
www.artcrawlstcloud.com
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November 19-20 ZONTA CHRISTMAS HOUSE.
Location has not been selected as of the current date.
When a house is chosen, local businesses and designers
will decorate the home for the holidays. Open to the
public for viewing. $7 advance, $10 at the door. Fri. 3-9
p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. For more information call Nancy
Fischer 320-253-4050. www.zontastcloudmn.org November 19-20
Storybook Christmas
Boutique. Tour a home in its holiday finery. Enjoy
Christmas shopping featuring fine handicrafts and
gourmet food and gifts. Home is always in the historic
South Side/Barden Park neighborhood. Contact Rich at
320-259-8955. 9-k
November 21-22
Gingerbread
& Crafts Show. St. Cloud Civic
www.gingerbreadshows.com
Arts
Center.
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December
December 3 Annual Festival of Lights.
St. Cloud Hospital on 6th Ave. N. 6-8 p.m. Lighting
ceremony at 7 p.m. Holiday carols, reindeer and horsedrawn trolley rides.
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December 4 Winter Nights & Lights
parade. Downtown St. Cloud. Begins at 5 p.m.
www.stclouddowntown.com 8-j
Enjoying a class at the Minnesota Quilters, Inc.
annual show.
September
September 12 St. Mary’s Cathedral Outdoor
Block Party. St. Mary’s Cathdral, Downtown St.
Cloud. 320-251-1840. Featuring outstanding musical
groups, games for kids, a food court and raffle. Great
food, great music and a great time!
8-j
Minnesota Quilters, Inc.
May 15 Parker String Quartet. Atonement
Lutheran Church. 7:30 p.m. One of today’s most exciting
emerging ensembles. Committed to bringing chamber
music as diverse as possible for their audiences. 6-h
July 17-18 14th AnnUal Summer Gardens
Tour. A self-guided tour of privately-owned gardens in
the St. Cloud area. Tickets are $10 each. This tour is put
together by Thomsen Green House and Avon Area Arts.
320-363-7375.
Area Events
May
September 11-12
Little Falls Arts
& Crafts Fair. Little Falls, MN. 320-6325155. Food vendors, artists, crafters and music!
www.littlefallsmnchamber.com
♥MN map pg. 90
September 17 2010 Downtown art crawl.
5-9 p.m. Ceramics, paintings, photography, glass,
jewelry, metal work, stone...all done by Central
Minnesota regional artists! Free parking after 6 p.m.!
www.artcrawlstcloud.com
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September 26 Millstream arts Festival.
320-363-7723. The event is a festive environment
with a wide variety of visual arts, music, dance,
enticing foods, and hands-on art activities for children.
www.millstreamartsfestival.org
♥MN map pg. 82
October
October
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Gingerbread
&Crafts Show. Crossroads Shopping
www.gingerbreadshows.com
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Center.
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Ella & Stella at the
Paramount Visual Arts
Studio.
El Rancho Mañana
Bluegrass Festival.
Central Minnesota boasts its own symphony orchestra. We also host the internationally
acclaimed Minnesota Orchestra for several appearances yearly. Minneapolis-based
theater companies bring productions annually to St. Cloud’s Paramount Theatre and
Pioneer Place. Dozens of local theater companies and galleries thrive here. Plus, bigname pop music performers take the stage on a regular basis in St. Cloud. In addition,
there’s an active music scene at area nightclubs. Simply stated, you’ll find plenty of arts
and entertainment in Central Minnesota.
The Arts
CATHEDRAL HIGH SCHOOL AND JOHN XXIII
MIDDLE SCHOOL HOLY ANGELS PERFORMING
ARTS CENTER • 8-i
312 Seventh Ave. N., St. Cloud
Call for schedule at 320-251-3421
CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY OF ST. CLOUD
320-253-3683
www.freewebs.com/stcloudchambermusicsociety/
Six concerts are presented yearly by nationally prominent
chamber groups. Concerts are offered in intimate venues
and concert-goers get a chance to meet the artists at
informal receptions afterwards.
Pioneer Place
Professional productions, like “Driving Miss Daisy,” make Pioneer Place one of the
leading theaters in the region.
Downtown St. Cloud Art Crawl
www.artcrawlstcloud.com
Stroll downtown, meet your friends, enrich your life, and
buy some great art! Contact the St. Cloud Convention
and Visitors Bureau at 1-800-264-2940 or www.
granitecountry.com for 2010 dates.
fine arts series at the college of
saint benedict/saint john’s
university • ♥MN map pg. 82
For reservations or additional information call 320-363-5777
www.csbsju.edu/finearts
Central Minnesota’s premier performing arts presenter.
Great River Chorale
P.O. Box 945, St. Cloud • 320-293-1217
www.greatriverchorale.org
The Great River Chorale is entering its eighth concert
season with creative firsts in the line-up. This ensemble,
comprised of music professionals and seasoned
amateurs, is enthusiastically dedicated to presenting
exceptional choral music throughout the year and often
works in partnership with other area ensembles.
GREAT Theatre • 8-j
919 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud • 320-258-2787
www.GreatTheatre.org • Ad page 25
Each year GREAT Theatre strives to create a life-long love
of the arts through exceptional theatrical programming in
Central Minnesota. In 2009-2010 we are introducing the
Broadway Musical Season in addition to our 12th Children’s
Theatre Season. Affordable, family-friendly ticket prices too!
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MINNESOTA CENTER CHORALE
320-257-0603 • www.minnesotacenterchorale.org
Four choral concerts, including the Christmas Cabaret, featuring
contemporary and classical music are presented by this regional
community choir. Many of the programs are accompanied by a
mid-sized symphony orchestra. Call for details and a complete
list of performances throughout the year.
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Millner Heritage Winery
Taste and enjoy the best of the vine at Millner Heritage Winery.
Navy Blue Angels
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER • 9-j
320-308-3223 (Music Concerts)
320-308-3229 (Theater/Dance Performances)
[email protected]/
[email protected]
www.stcloudstate.edu/music
St. Cloud State University. Year-round entertaining and
exciting student and faculty performances in music,
theater, dance, and poetry. Special guest performances
also held in Ritsche Auditorium in Stewart Hall. Tickets
purchased at the door. Call for a schedule.
Arts & Entertainment
Paramount Theatre and Visual
Arts Center • 8-j
Downtown at 913 W. St. Germain, St. Cloud, MN, 56301
For tickets, information or rentals, call 320-259-5463
www.ParamountArts.org • Ad this page
Central Minnesota’s Home for Arts & Entertainment,
features concerts and shows by touring professionals and
local favorites, community theatre, a variety of visual arts
classes for all ages, and exhibitions of work by regional
artists. The adjoining Paramount Gallery and Gifts features
and sells original artwork by regional artists.
PIONEER PLACE ON FIFTH • 9-j
22 5th Ave. S., St. Cloud, MN 56301
Box Office (8-4:30): 320-203-0331 or 1-800-851-3935
After hours voice mail tickets: 320-203-1233
www.ppfive.com • Ad page 23 & 52
St. Cloud’s premier, professional theatre and concert
venue. Located in beautiful downtown St. Cloud near
great dining and shopping opportunities. Featuring an
8-show professional season including comedy, drama and
musicals. (We accept Visa, MasterCard and checks).
ST. CLOUD ARTS COMMISSION • 8-j
Lake George, St. Cloud • 320-650-3052
www.ci.stcloud.mn.us/arts/
The spectacular Blue Angels will perform at the St. Cloud Airport in June, 2010.
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Arts & Entertainment
St. Cloud MUNICIPAL BAND • 9-j
320-257-3115 • Ad page 21
The St. Cloud Municipal Band is a fellowship of musicians
sharing our tradition of performing great music. Over
120 years old, the Municipal Band performs a popular
summer concert series in Barden Park in addition to
concerts at the Paramount Theatre, nursing homes and
Whitney Senior Center.
ST. CLOUD STATE UNIVERSITY MUSIC
DEPARTMENT • 9-j
320-308-3223 • www.stcloudstate.edu/music
A variety of performing groups present concerts
throughout the academic year: band, choir, orchestra,
jazz band, percussion ensembles, opera, theater and
more! Call for schedule. ST. CLOUD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA • 8-j
P.O. Box 234, St. Cloud, MN 56302
320-252-SCSO
www.stcloudsymphony.com
[email protected]
Ad page 25
St. Cloud’s quality of life is enhanced by the presence of
the symphony orchestra. For a complete schedule call
the SCSO office.
Our nightlife is varied, the performers are phenomenal!
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ST. JOHN’s BOys’ CHOIR
Located in Central Minnesota • 320-363-2558
www.sjbchoir.org
The St. John’s Boys’ Choir offers music education with an
emphasis in vocal music, for boys ages 8-14. The Choir
promotes vocal music education and offers the unique
experience of a well-trained boys’ choir to its audiences.
The Choir performs nearly fifty concerts a season.
STROIA BALLET COMPANY & STUDIOS • 9-e
23rd Ave. S. off Co. Rd. 137, Waite Park, MN 56387
6948 Lake Forest Rd., Baxter, MN 56425
113 2nd St. N.E., Little Falls, MN 56345
320-656-8808 • 218-828-7824 • 320-632-5531
www.stroiaballetcompany.com
Stroia Ballet Company performs under the direction of
internationally recognized dancer and choreographer,
Carlos Stroia. SBC performs from its diverse repertoire
during the year at the Paramount Theatre, and captivates
audiences with professional productions of their annual
Nutcracker Ballet. The Paramount Visual Arts Center • 8-j
913 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud, MN
Call 320-257-3112 for information • Ad page 21
The Paramount Visual Arts Center offers classes for all
ages and skill levels in ceramics, stained glass, fused
glass, painting, drawing, photography, papermaking
and much more. The studios are open to the public on
Thursday nights for art making! Kids enjoy summer art
camps.
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Our Downtown Art Crawls feature the best in creative area talent.
Top-notch entertainers, like the Wood Picks, capture the crowd at El Rancho’s Bluegrass Festival.
VISUAL ARTS MINNESOTA • 8-j
913 W. St. Germain, St. Cloud, MN 56301
320-257-3108
www.visualartsminnesota.org
[email protected]
The mission of Visual Arts Minnesota is: “Creating
opportunities for visual artists to exhibit and sell their
work; providing resources for visual artists, students,
and educators; and fostering an appreciation for the
visual arts in our every day lives.” Visual Arts Minnesota
sponsors four annual art competitions and facilitates
four different satellite galleries in the St. Cloud area.
Movie theaters
PARKWOOD 18 • 2-j
1533 Division St., Waite Park • 320-253-4328
marcustheatres.com
Movie entertainment at its best! For up-to-date
showtimes please visit our website.
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Arts & Entertainment
Radisson Suite Hotel • 9-j
Downtown St. Cloud • 320-654-1661
Ad page 33, 41 & 52
Join us for Cool Jazz, Great Blues & more... Call for days
and times. The Red Carpet • 9-j
11 5th Ave. S., St. Cloud
320-251-4047 • www.redcarpetnightclub.com
Ad page 52
The area’s most complete night club. Featuring three
floors of fun, games and nightly live entertainment.
Dancing. Free hors d’oeuvres during happy hour Mon.Fri. Our vast entertainment complex includes a martini
lounge, outdoor smoking deck and special event center.
Go bar hopping at the Red Carpet! The Rox Nightclub • 9-j
506 St. Germain St., St. Cloud • 320-259-6807
www.roxtav.com
Live music and a great lineup of bands are drawing new
crowds to the Rox.
Rumrunners • 8-j
102 6th Ave. S., St. Cloud • 320-654-1040
www.rumrunnerscomedy.com
The live comedy shows are great every Friday and
Saturday evening.
Stonehouse Tavern & Catering • west of 1-j
Just minutes from St. Cloud on Cty. Rd. 75, St. Joseph, MN
320-363-7222 • Stonehousetavern.net
Ad page 39
Live music Thursdays and Saturdays.
Neil Anderson
Join us for one of our colorful car shows!
Tavern on Germain • 9-j
501 W. St. Germain St. • 320-259-6807
Lunch and dinner available 11 a.m.-9 p.m. A more
professional-type crowd.
Veranda Lounge & Wine bar • 9-j
22 5th Ave. S., St. Cloud (Pioneer Place)
320-203-0331 • Ad page 25 & 52
St. Cloud’s trendiest wine bar. Visit us before or after
a terrific Pioneer Place production. Live entertainment
several nights a week. Private party rooms available.
White Horse• 8-j
809 W. St. Germain, St. Cloud • 320-257-7775
Ad page 53
Daily happy hour featuring great chicken wings!
quilt Show
Minnesota Quilters, Inc.
www.mnquilt.org/mq2010
Ad page 13
June 17-19, 2010. Minnesota Quilters, Inc. 32nd Annual
Show. Over 700 quilts on display and vendors galore!
Quilt exhibits, judged and non-judged quilts, small quilt
auction, Block Quest chocolate event, banquet, Rolling
Rocks and Rings raffle quilt.
Traditional Tea & Tour
One of the best shows in town is St. Cloud State Division I Hockey!
Nightlife
Check out our area night life, offering great local and
regional live entertainment. Blues, swing, rock or
country–we have music at its best!
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D.B. Searle’s • 9-j
18 5th Ave. S., St. Cloud • 320-253-0655
www.dbsearles.com • Ad page 52
Live music Tues.-Sat. Happy hour Mon.-Fri. Located
near Civic Center.
Heritage House B&B
402 6th Ave. S., St. Cloud • 320-656-5818
www.heritagehousebbmn.com
Three course tea and historic house tour, SundaysThursdays. $20 per person, seating up to 20. Call for
more information.
Legends Bar & Grill • 5-k
Located in the Holiday Inn & Suites, W. Division at 37th
Ave., St. Cloud • 320-253-9000 • Ad page 29
Listen to “The Blues Revue” on Wednesday evenings
featuring the best blues bands this side of the
Mississippi. Fun and laughter abound at Thursday Night
Karaoke! On Friday and Saturday nights “Legends Live”
band will amaze you with great listening and dancing
music. St. Cloud’s “let’s get together” place. No cover
charge!
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Map & Page Reference
Red map grid–St. Cloud Guide Map:
ATWOOD GALLERY • 9-j
Blue text–Directs you to various
Heart of Minnesota maps and ads:
♥MN map pg. 82 or ♥MN Ad page 83
Arts & Entertainment
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Central Minnesota has become a prime
business and vacation destination. As a result,
you’ll find an impressive assortment of places
to stay. Elegant hotels, economical motels,
even charming bed & breakfasts. Please
see the charts on pages 34 and 36 for more
information and enjoy your stay.
Ella & Stella at Victorian Oaks B&B.
AmericInn • 9-q
4385 Clearwater Rd., St. Cloud
(Located off I-94 and Cty. Rd. 75, next to McDonalds)
320-253-6337
Ad page 35
We are proud to provide the amenities you want most
and we deliver them at the highest level possible,
starting with quiet rooms. Welcome to a warm smile,
great service, an inviting pool, free breakfast, and quiet
nights! Welcome to the end of the day.
Map & Page Reference
Red map grid–St. Cloud Guide Map:
ATWOOD GALLERY • 9-j
Blue text–Directs you to various
Heart of Minnesota maps and ads:
♥MN map pg. 82 or ♥MN Ad page 83
Elegance and style in the Radisson Suites Hotel lobby.
Best Western Americanna Inn and
Conference Center • 10-j
520 S. Hwy. 10, St. Cloud
320-252-8700 • 1-800-950-8701
Nationwide Reservations: 1-800-528-1234
Ad on page 31
Newly renovated full-service hotel and restaurant
complex. Deluxe family-suites and whirlpool suites
available. Indoor pool, sauna, whirlpool, FREE highspeed internet and video arcade. Microwaves and
refrigerators available in rooms. Convenient to shopping,
Civic Center, colleges and downtown. All major credit
cards accepted. Northstar Visitor Guides, Inc.
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AmericInn LODGE & Suites • 6-f
119 LeSauk Dr., Sartell, MN 56377
320-259-0877
Ad page 3
The best location in the St. Cloud area! Conveniently
situated just off Hwy. 15 where St. Cloud, Sartell and
Sauk Rapids meet. This unique accommodation offers
a quiet setting with easy access to the area’s medical
facilities, athletic venues and shopping centers. Indoor
pool, free continental breakfast, high speed internet and
warm inviting lobby. Best Western Kelly Inn • 9-j
100 4th Ave. S., St. Cloud, MN 56301 (Adjacent to the St.
Cloud Civic Center) • 320-253-0606 • Fax 320-202-0505
www.bestwesternstcloud.com • Ad page 27
Recently remodeled, the Kelly Inn has 229 beautiful
rooms downtown on the Mississippi! Free high-speed
Internet, free local calls, HBO, in-room coffee, iron/
board, voice mail. Indoor pool, kiddie-pool, whirlpool,
sauna, exercise facility. Enjoy dining in our Green Mill
Restaurant. 7,500 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space for
groups to 600.
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Accommodations
320-253-0606
www.bestwesternstcloud.com
100 4th Avenue South • St. Cloud, MN 56301
320-259-6455
100 4th Avenue South
Downtown
4322 Clearwater Road, St. Cloud, Minnesota
Complimentary High-Speed Wireless Internet
Complimentary Deluxe Breakfast
Business Center
Fitness Center
113 Guest Rooms
Three Pools
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Accommodations
1. Enjoy a walk along the scenic
Mississippi River.
2. Stroll through Clemens Gardens
and Munsinger Gardens.
3. Check out the “gadgets” at the
Stearns History Museum.
4. “Par” for the course. You can play
a round of golf at a different golf
course each day of the week for
two weeks straight and still not
play them all!
5. Watch the River Bats play great
baseball.
6. Shop Crossroads, midMinnesota’s largest enclosed
shopping center.
7. Ski the lighted trails at Quarry
Park.
8. Play a round of frisbee golf at
Riverside Park, site of the
1999 World Masters Flying
Disc Championships.
9. Plan to play at Summerland’s
Giant Waterslide Park. Drive a
go-kart, play mini golf or ride
the bumper boats. Great on a
Minnesota hot summer day.
10. Walk, hike or bike the Lake
Wobegon Regional Trail.
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A bedroom decked out for Christmas at the charming Pillar Inn Bed & Breakfast.
Country Inn & Suites by carlson
St. Cloud East • 10-i
120 7th Ave. S.E., St. Cloud (Hwy. 10 & Hwy. 23)
(just minutes from Downtown St. Cloud and St. Cloud
State University) • 320-252-8282 • 1-800-456-4000
www.countryinns.com/stcloudmn_east • Ad page 27
Enjoy our complimentary hot breakfast buffet, indoor pool,
whirlpool, fitness center, and guest laundry facilities.
Our guestrooms and suites feature complimentary wired
and wireless high-speed internet, refrigerators and
microwaves. Meeting space is also available. See why
we’ll have you saying I Love this Country!
Country Inn & Suites by carlson • 5-k
235 Park Ave. S., St. Cloud. I-94, exit Hwy. 15, left on
2nd St. S.,then left on Park Ave.
320-259-8999 or 1-800-456-4000 • Ad page 31
With its charming décor and comfortable amenities, the
Country Inn and Suites provides a warm and welcoming
atmosphere. Relax and enjoy our 24-hour indoor pool,
whirlpool and fitness room. All rooms include coffee
makers, hair dryers, iron/ironing boards, HBO, and high
speed wireless internet. Some rooms with microwaves
and refrigerators.
Fairfield Inn • 4-k
4120 2nd St. S., St. Cloud, MN 56301 • 320-654-1881
Ad page 31
All rooms feature king or queen size beds. Rooms offer
in-room coffee, high speed internet access, pay-perview movies and FREE HBO. Complimentary deluxe
continental breakfast and 24 hour coffee/tea available 7
days a week. We also have an indoor pool and spa. The
Fairfield Inn is a GREAT place to stay! Grandstay residential Suites • 8-j
213 6th Ave. S., Downtown St. Cloud 56301
320-251-5400 Reservations 1-877-388-STAY
www.grandstay.net • Ad page 27
All suite hotel located in Downtown St. Cloud. All rooms
feature a fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator/freezer,
microwave, stove and dishwasher. Complimentary
Gourmet Express Breakfast, wired-wireless internet
and local phone calls. Other amenities include an indoor
pool/whirlpool, fitness center, laundry facility, pantry and
an outdoor sport court with grill area. We specialize in
corporate, leisure and extended-stay accommodations.
Hampton Inn & Suites • 4-j
145 37th Ave. N., St. Cloud • 320-252-4448
www.hamptoninn.com • Ad page 33
The brand new Hampton Inn & Suites of St. Cloud is
part of the nation’s leading chain of quality, value-priced
hotels. Conveniently located across the street from
Crossroads Shopping Center. Here you’ll find clean,
fresh, comfortable rooms standard with all the amenities
imaginable including a complimentary hot breakfast.
Other services include: wireless internet, meeting room,
fitness center, business center, hot tub and pool.
Holiday Inn & suites • 5-k
W. Division St. at 37th Ave., St. Cloud
(Next to Crossroads Shopping Center)
Reservations 320-253-9000 or 1-800-HOLIDAY
www.holidayinn.com/stcloudmn • Ad page 29
Newly re-branded Holiday Inn & Suites “everything you need
under one roof!” The region’s largest indoor recreation area,
5 pools, sauna, fitness center, recreation courts. FREE HIGH
SPEED WIRELESS internet. Refrigerator in every room. Full
service restaurant/bar & grill. Kids eat free. Suites provide
“home way from home.”
Holiday Inn express & Suites • 9-q
4322 Clearwater Rd., Exit 171 on I-94, St. Cloud
320-240-8000 or 1-800-HOLIDAY
www.hiexpress.com/st-cloudmn • Ad page 27
Stay at our Quality Award Winning hotel and discover
excellence! Our professional and courteous staff provide
personalized service to meet your needs for business or
leisure travel. HOT deluxe breakfast bar every morning,
complimentary high speed internet access, business
center, refrigerators in every guestroom. Three indoor
pools and fitness center.
Homewood Suites by Hilton • 4-j
115 37th Ave. N., St. Cloud
320-252-5900 • www.tourhomewoodsuites.com
Ad page 33
The brand new Homewood Suites by Hilton is the place to
stay on your business or leisure travel. This 4-story 87 suite
hotel is like being home, but better! Amenities include:
wireless internet, pool, hot tub, exercise room, meeting
space and bountiful breakfast. Our home away from home
also offers a light weekday dinner for our guests.
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Accommodations
75 South 37th Avenue, St. Cloud, Minnesota 56301
Complimentary High-Speed Wireless Internet
Legends Bar & Grill “Home of the Famous Wednesday Blues Revue”
Cafè Santa Fe Restaurant
5 Pools • Recreation Court • Fitness Center
Conference and Meeting Facilities • 257 Guest Rooms
Two Great Places!
One Location...
• Free High Speed Internet
• Refrigerators and Microwaves in All Rooms
• Expanded Complimentary Breakfast
320-259-1103
Newly
Remodeled!
www.oldchicago.com\stcloud
4040 2nd Street South • St. Cloud, Minnesota 56301
320-251-1500 • 1-800-228-5150
www.qualityinn.com/hotel-st_cloud-minnesota-MN404
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Accommodations
Quality Inn of st. cloud • 5-k
4040 2nd St. S., Jct. Hwy. 15 and Hwy. 23, St. Cloud
1-800-228-5150 or 320-251-1500
www.qualityinn.com/hotel-st_cloud-minnesota-MN404
Ad page 29
Newly remodeled. Old Chicago restaurant attached.
1 block south of Crossroads Shopping Center. Jacuzzi
suites, newly remodeled indoor pool, whirlpool area.
Complimentary Quality Café breakfast, exercise room,
cable TV, HBO. Refrigerator & microwave in every room.
Meeting rooms, free high speed internet and group
discounts. Walking distance to 24-hour restaurants. V,
MC, AE, DC, D, CB.
Radisson Suite Hotel • 9-j
404 W St. Germain, Downtown
320-654-1661 or 1-800-333-3333
www.radisson.com/st.cloudmn • Ad pages 33 & 52
Completely Renovated! Our suites have a microwave,
fridge, wet bar and Sleep Number Beds. Enjoy our indoor
pool, whirlpool, sauna and fitness room. High-speed
internet, Wi-Fi, excellent corporate/group rates, flexible
meeting space, on/off site catering. 5th Avenue Grille
offers dining with a downtown view. All major credit
cards accepted.
Northstar Visitor Guides, Inc.
Twinkling lights welcome visitors during the holidays at the Heritage House B & B.
Riverside Inn, Inc • ♥MN map pg. 86
State Hwy. 23 and 118 3rd St. S. (PO Box 384), C
old Spring, MN 56320 • 320-685-4539
www.riversideinnofcoldspring.com • Ad page 35
The area’s most unique hotel. Each room is individually
themed from “Up-North” to “Back-To-The-50s.” Deluxe
honeymoon whirlpool suite, handicapped accessible
suite, indoor heated pool, whirlpool and sauna.
Complimentary continental breakfast and high speed
internet access. Ideal lodging for the family and business
traveler. Near dining, shops, theater, and more.
Super 8 Motel • 5-k
50 Park Ave. S., St. Cloud, MN
(Located at Jct. of Hwy. 23 and Hwy. 15, across from
Crossroads Shopping Center)
320-253-5530 • www.Super8.com • Coupon page 35
Accommodations include complimentary continental
breakfast, FREE wireless Internet, 24-hour coffee, free
local calls, cable TV with ESPN, CNN & HBO. All rooms
have queen or king size beds, refrigerator and microwave.
Perkins Restaurant next door and others within walking
distance. Special rates available for groups, seniors and
extended stay. Children under 18 free.
Two Rivers Campground
Kids find the Holiday Inn’s recreational center to be rip-roaring fun!
Bed & Breakfasts
edelbrock house • 7-j
216 N. 14th Ave., St. Cloud, MN 56303
320-259-0071 • Fax 320-259-0071
www.BedandBreakfast.com
www.exploreminnesota.com • Grid page 34
An 1880’s yellow-brick farm house in the center of the city,
brimming with antiques, collectibles and country décor.
Caramel rolls, muffins, pastries and full breakfast included.
$70/night, double occupancy, shared bath. Reservations
requested. Carol and Chauncey Oleson, Owners.
Heritage House Bed & breakfast • 9-k
402 6th Ave. S., St. Cloud, MN 56301
320-656-5818 or 888-547-4422
www.heritagehousebbMN.com
Ad page 33; Grid page 34
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It’s hard to beat our family-friendly campgrounds and resorts.
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Red map grid–St. Cloud Guide Map:
ATWOOD GALLERY • 9-j
Blue text–Directs you to various
Heart of Minnesota maps and ads:
♥MN map pg. 82 or ♥MN Ad page 83
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Mi Famiglia Lounge
• Free Wireless High-Speed Internet Access
• Clean & Comfortable rooms
• Free Deluxe Continental Breakfast
• Indoor Pool & Spa
• Cable TV with HBO
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Need nourishment before turning in? St. Cloud has plenty of eating options,
including fine dining at Mi Famiglia Ristorante.
510 South Highway 10 • St. Cloud, Minnesota
Located south of the junction of Highways 10 and 23
320.252.7100 • www.michaelssteakandseafood.com
Michael’s German-Austrian Restaurant, featuring German, vegetarian,
seafood and hand-cut steaks consistently prepared to perfection.
Restaurant banquet and conference center accommodates up to 300
guests. Stop in for lunch, dinner or have a drink in our lounge.
320.252.8700 • 800.950.8701
Americanna Inn is a full service hotel offering spacious
rooms and suites, complimentary continental breakfast,
FREE high-speed internet, indoor pool, exercise room, whirlpool
and sauna. Microwave/refrigerator available in rooms. All provide
a wonderful backdrop for a relaxing comfortable stay.
The 1952 Club’s lively spirit will surely be a joy. Featuring complimentary hors d’ oeuvres and special drink prices during happy hour from 4-7 p.m. weekdays.
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Day One:
Day Two:
Stearns History Museum. 235 S.
33rd Ave. 320-253-8424. St. Cloud
Map 5-g. Two floors of exhibits, gift
shop and an extensive research library.
Current exhibits include: a Pantown
car, the granite industry and area
immigration. Small admission fee.
www.stearns-museum.org
Paramount Theatre and Arts
District. 913 W. Saint Germain St.
320-259-5463. St. Cloud Map 9-e. The
Paramount Theatre, originally known
as the Sherman Theatre, opened on
Christmas Eve in 1921. Today, after an
extensive renovation, the Paramount
Arts District is home to several arts
organizations and the Paramount Art
Gallery. Check out the lobby for current
visual arts displays and peek in to see
the beautifully renovated auditorium.
For tickets and schedule information,
call 320-259-5463.
www.paramountarts.org
Quarry Park. Stearns County Parks,
255-6172. St. Cloud Map 3-m. The
largest park in the Stearns County
Parks System, Quarry Park is a
fascinating look at the early granite
industry in the area. 30 granite
quarries, most of which are now
filled with water, form picturesque
rock-fringed ponds; sizeable hills
of quarried rock remnants; an
observation deck; hiking and biking
trails; lighted ski trails, rock-climbing
cliffs; swimming quarry and dock;
woodlands, wetlands and open prairie
terrain. www.co.stearns.mn.us
Historic Stearns County
Courthouse. 725 Courthouse Square,
Downtown St. Cloud. Downtown
Council 320-257-8600. St. Cloud
map 9-e. This historic landmark,
with its illuminated clock, was built
in 1922. The distinctive dome soars
109 feet above the street. One of the
courtrooms was used in the movie,
The Mighty Ducks.
Munsinger Gardens. Riverside Dr.
SE and 13th St. South. St. Cloud map
11-f. Clemens Gardens. Michigan
Avenue and Kilian Boulevard. St.
Cloud map 11-f. Dating back to the
1920s, spring through fall, these
gardens along the Mississippi River
are a gorgeous mix of annuals
and perennials, trees and shrubs.
Renaissance Fountain, historic log
cabin, magnificent trelliage, stone
balustrades, gazebo, lily pond, and
paved walking paths. Gift Shop open
seasonally.
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Accommodations
Discover Historic St. Cloud
All the comforts of home at the GrandStay Residential Suites Hotel.
The Pillar inn Bed & Breakfast • ♥MN map pg. 86
419 Main St., Cold Spring, MN 56320 • 320-685-3828
Ad page 33 & ♥MN Ad page 87 • Grid page 34
A relaxing escape! Three elegant guest rooms, all with private bath, TV and free wireless
internet-plus a delicious breakfast. Available for tea parties, small weddings, bridal and
baby showers, girls getaways and much more!
Riverside Guest Haus • 10-j
912 Riverside Dr. S.E., St. Cloud, MN 56304
320-252-2134 • www.riversideguesthaus.com
Ad page 33; Grid page 34
Two Rivers Guesthouse • ♥MN map pg. 82
38525 Tamarack Ln., Avon • 320-746-2853 • [email protected]
Ad page 33; Grid page 34
Victorian Oaks Bed and breakfast • 8-j
404 9th Ave. S., St. Cloud, MN 56301 (close to Lake George downtown)
320-202-1404 • 1-866-VIC-OAKS (842-6257) • www.vicoaks.com
[email protected] • Coupon page 98; Grid page 34
Gaslight era, antique-filled 1891 Victorian home. Candlelight breakfast.
Campgrounds
AJ Acres • ♥MN map pg. 90
1300 195th St. E., Clearwater (12 mi. from St. Cloud, 50 mi. from the Twin Cities on
I-94 to Hwy. 24 (exit 178) Follow signs 1 mi.) • 320-558-2847
www.ajacrescamp.com • [email protected] • ♥MN Ad page 91; Grid page 34
Back to nature park with all sites large and shaded. 200 sites, 30/50 amp. 100 acres on
2 small lakes with fishing, swimming beach, boat ramp, boat rental, bait, convenience
store, rec hall, nature trails. All modern facilities, clean bathrooms & laundry,
playgrounds, zoo, horseshoes & vball. Only 1 mile from churches, restaurants, shopping
and other services. Seasonal sites available.
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Benton Beach
130 105th St. N.W., Rice • 320-968-5291
www.co.benton.mn.s/parks/bentonbeach-htm
Off Little Rock Lake. 44 campsites, shower and dump station. Operated mid-May to
mid-Sept.
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accommodations
Inns of Granite Country
The Pillar Inn Bed & Breakfast
Beautiful 100 year old Victorian home with
stately pillars on the wrap around porch.
Gorgeous rooms and sumptuous breakfast.
Central Minnesota’s finest hotel. 103 luxurious guest suites,
24 in-room jacuzzis. Over 4,000 square feet of flexible meeting
space. Connected to the St. Cloud Civic Center. Fitness room,
indoor swimming pool, whirlpool and sauna. Now offering
Sleep Number Beds, high speed
internet access and Wi-Fi.
404 West Saint Germain Street • St. Cloud, MN 56301
www.thepillarinn.com
320-685-3828
(320) 654-1661 • Fax (320) 654-0779
419 Main St., Cold Spring, MN 56320
Jill & Kevin Ward, owners • Patricia Miller, Innkeeper
For reservations call 1-800-333-3333, visit us at
www.radisson.com/stcloudmn.com or contact your travel professional.
Heritage House
Bed & Breakfast
Stunning, national award-winning 1904
Queen Anne. A deliciously memorable full
breakfast is served daily.
www.heritagehousebbmn.com
320-656-5818 • 888-547-4422
Complimentary Hot Breakfast • On-site Laundry
Pool/Hot Tub • 24 Hour Business Center
402 6th Ave., St. Cloud, MN 56301
Jerry & Deb Middelstadt
145 37th Ave. N., St. Cloud, MN 56302
320-252-4448 • www.hamptoninn.com
Riverside Guest Haus
Cape Cod home overlooking the Mississippi
River. Near the gorgeous Munsinger and
Clemens Gardens.
St. Cloud’s Newest Hotels!
www.riversideguesthaus.com
320-252-2134
912 Riverside Dr. S.E., St. Cloud, MN 56304
James & Helen Tingblad
Two Rivers Guesthouse
A log home in a wooded setting on the shore
of Two Rivers Lake. Near Lake Wobegon Trail,
golfing, beaches and parks.
[email protected] • 320-746-2853
38525 Tamarack Ln., Avon, MN 56310
Idella Schneider
Complimentary Hot Breakfast • Full Kitchens
Complimentary Lite Dinner Monday-Thursday
Grocery Shopping Service
115 37th Ave. N, St. Cloud, MN 56302
320-252-5900 • www.tourhomewoodsuites.com
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Campgrounds
For more information on Bed
& Breakfasts go to page 30.
To find out more about Campgrounds
go to page 32.
A.J. Acres
El Rancho Mañana Campground
& Riding Stable
St. Cloud/Clearwater RV Park
Two Rivers Campground
& Tubing
Children
Pets
Credit Cards
320-259-0071
888-547-4422 • 320-656-5818
www.heritagehousebbmn.com
320-685-3828
www.thepillarinn.com
320-252-2134
www.riversideguesthaus.com
320-746-2853
email: [email protected]
866-VIC-OAKS • 320-202-1404
www.vicoaks.com
Map & Page Reference
Red map grid–St. Cloud Guide Map:
ATWOOD GALLERY • 9-j
Blue text–Directs you to various
Heart of Minnesota maps and ads:
♥MN map pg. 82 or ♥MN Ad page 83
4
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$60-$70
$100-$145
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P
Yes
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Yes
No
Yes
Yes
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$79-$149
P
Yes
No
Yes
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$150
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No
Yes
P
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1 convertible
$125
suite
3
$89.50-$140
320-558-2847
200
May 1-Oct. 1
320-597-2740
120
May 1-Sept. 30
www.camperm.com
320-558-2876 • 888-448-2876
100
May 1-Oct. 10
www.time2camp.com
320-584-5125
175
May 1-Oct. 10
www.tworiverscampground.net
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Mailing
Address
Edelbrock House B&B
Heritage House
Bed & Breakfast*
The Pillar Inn Bed & Breakfast*
Riverside
Guest haus*
Two Rivers
GuestHouse*
Victorian Oaks
B&B*
STone gate lodge • ♥MN map pg. 86
14835 Old Lake Rd., Paynesville • 320-243-4039
www.StoneGateLodgeResort.com
[email protected]
♥MN Ad page 88
On Lake Koronis’ beautiful North Shore.
Type of Bath
Bed & Breakfasts
Type of Bath: P-Private,
S-Shared, B-Both
Local
& Toll-Free
Phone
Numbers
& Website
*Indicates members of Inns of
Granite Country Association
Bug-Bee Hive Resort, Lodge & Retreat
Center • ♥MN map pg. 86
29659 Queen Bee Lane, Paynesville • 320-243-4448
[email protected]
www.BugbeeHiveResort.com • ♥MN Ads pages 88 & 89
Contemporary vacation homes ideal for year-round
fun, recreation and relaxation. Spacious lawns, sandy
beach with water trampoline, 100’ docks and motors
and pontoon rentals. New lodge, conference rooms and
indoor swimming pool. 90+ holes for championship golf
nearby. Off-season and group discounts available. This is
The Place to Bee!
Local
& Toll-Free
Phone
Numbers
& Website
lake maria state park • ♥MN map pg. 90
11411 Clementa Ave. N.W., Monticello.
(From St. Cloud take I-94 east to Cty. Rd. 8 exit Hasty;
Cty. Rd. 8 south to Cty. Rd. 39; east on 39 to Cty. Rd. 111)
763-878-2325 • www.dnr.state.mn.us
Campsites are secluded backpack sites located on small
Resorts
Serenity Shores Vacation Home
Rental • ♥MN map pg. 86
21026 Hwy. 22, Richmond, MN 56368
320-597-2473 • www.serenityshoresmn.com
Ad page 35
Nestled in a peaceful bay on Cedar Island Lake, Serenity
Shores provides guests with a tastefully decorated Up
North decor and all the comforts of home in a beautiful
Minnesota lake setting. Open year round. Three bedrooms,
two baths, and one million dollar view. Smoking and pets
not allowed.
Price
Lake Koronis Regional Park & Campground
• ♥MN map pg. 86
51625 CSAH 20, Paynesville, MN 56362
320-276-8843
A clean, relaxing, private, and wooded campground
located on Lake Koronis.
two rivers Campground
& Tubing • north of 7-a
Located just 18 miles north of St. Cloud • 320-584-5125
www.tworiverscampground.net
Ad page 35; Grid this page
Our campground is located on the beautiful Mississippi
and Platte Rivers. Featuring one of Minnesota’s finest
inner tube float trips! Our family campground offers:
spacious waterfront sites, large picnic pavilion, hook-ups,
clean facilities, camp store and game room, mini golf,
volleyball, horseshoes, swimming beach and excellent
fishing.
Season
St. Cloud/Clearwater RV Park • ♥MN map pg. 90
2454 Cty. Rd. 143, Clearwater, MN 55320
320-558-2876 • 1-888-448-2876
www.time2camp.com • Grid this page
♥MN Ad page 91
Family oriented, large pull-thru sites, quiet country setting,
cabins, pool, 30 & 50 amp sites, one hour to Twin Cities
attractions. Hike, bike and swim at nearby Warner Lake.
SAND DUNES STATE FOREST
Five miles north of Big Lake on Sherburne County Road
5 or five miles west of Zimmerman on County Road 4
763-878-2325 • www.dnr.state.mn.us
In this forest area, witness the final states of glaciation
in Central Minnesota. Camping, swimming, hiking,
horseback riding and cross-country skiing are all activities
that can be enjoyed here. Ski passes are required.
RIVERSIDE RESORT • ♥MN map pg. 86
21026 State Hwy. 22, Richmond, MN 56368 (20 miles
west of St. Cloud) • 320-597-2473
www.riversideresort-rabbit.com • Ad page 35
A family resort on a fisherman’s lake. 16 deluxe A/C Hsk
cottages, including two handicapped accessible units.
Watercraft rental, sandy beach, playground, volleyball
& more! Excellent fishing on Horseshoe Chain. Operated
in conjunction with Riverside Inn, Cold Spring. Sunday
summer outdoor church services. Riverside Rabbit Kid’s
Club. Specializing in family values and vacation memories
since 1927!
Number of
Rooms
St. Cloud campground & RV Park • east of 12-i
2491 2nd St. S.E., St. Cloud
(From intersection of MN. Hwy. 23 & U.S. Hwy. 10, E. 1
block on MN. Hwy. 23 to C.R. 8, then E. 1 mi.)
320-251-4463 • Reservations 1-800-690-7045
[email protected]
www.stcloudcampground.com
lakes and ponds. Choose from a number of recreational
options including backpacking, camping, horse trails,
picnicking, boat and canoe rentals and boat access,
groomed cross-country trails. Call for rates and season
dates.
Sites
Accommodations
El Rancho MaÑana campground, riding
stable & Recreational Area • ♥MN map pg. 86
27302 Ranch Road, Richmond, MN 56368 (10 mi. NW of St.
Cloud via I-94: Avon exit 153, 10 mi. S. on Cty. Rd. 9. Follow
signs) • Call for reservations 320-597-2740
www.camperm.com • ♥MN Ad page 87; Grid page 34
1208 acres on Long Lake. 120 spacious, grassy, shaded sites
accommodating tents to RVs with water, sewer, electric (30
& 50 amp), 2 modern bath houses, wood, rec hall and store,
swimming, fishing, boat rental, playground, laundry facilities,
horseback riding, hayrides, 25 miles of scenic hiking, and
biking trails, golf nearby. Open May 1 - Sept. 30.
1300 195th St. E, Clearwater, MN 55320
27302C Ranch Rd.
Richmond, MN 56368
2454 Co. Rd. 143
Clearwater, MN 55320
5116 145th St. NW
Royalton, MN 56373
Accommodations
• Wireless Internet
• Pets welcome • Indoor pool/whirlpool
• INNpressive Club
Loyalty Program
• Whirlpool Suites
• Masonary constructed for a
quiet night
Serenity Shores
Vacation Home Rental
Two Rivers
Reservations 320-597-2473
Richmond, Minnesota
www.serenityshoresmn.com
A tranquil lakeshore
retreat located on the
Horseshoe Chain
of Lakes
191 Sites • Tubing
Wi-Fi • Mini-Golf
Beach • Arcade
Fishing
Brand new 2,000 sq. ft. heated
pool & kiddie pool!
Ultra Deluxe Up North decor • 3 Bedrooms/2 Baths
Walkout to Cedar Island Lake • No Smoking/No pets • Open Year Round
• Each room is individually
themed from “Up North”
to “Back-to-the-50s!”
Up-North Room
• Indoor Pool, Whirlpool, Sauna
• Deluxe Honeymoon Whirlpool Suite
• 16 deluxe A/C housekeeping cottages
• Sandy beach with waterslide
• Playground, volleyball and more
• Complimentary Continental
Breakfast
• High Speed Internet Access Available
www.tworiverscampground.net
15 minutes north of St. Cloud • 320-584-5125
• Excellent fishing on the
Horseshoe Chain of Lakes
Plus..
we offer Quilting
& Scrapbooking
Retreats!
320-685-4539
Swimming Pool
Hwy. 23 and 118 3rd St. S.
Cold Spring, MN 56320
(Conveniently located
13 mi. W. of St. Cloud)
A Family
Resort On A
• Summer outdoor
Fisherman’s
church services
Lake!
• Riverside Rabbit Kid’s Club
• 20 miles west of St. Cloud
Specializing in family
memories since 1927.
320-597-2473
21026 Hwy. 22, Richmond, MN 56368
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Shuttle Service
In-Room
Data-Ports
Free Parking
Handicapped Access
Restaurant/Lounge
Indoor Pool
Fitness Center
Complimentary
Continental Breakfast
Business Center
Small Pets Allowed
Cable/Premium
Channel
Whirlpool
Children Free
with Parents
Meeting
Capacity
Price Range
Number of Units
Local &
Toll-Free
Phone
Numbers
& Website
If you’d like more detailed
information on these Hotels
& Motels be sure to check
websites or log on to
www.granitecountry.com
St. Cloud & Surrounding area Hotels & Motels
Americanna Inn 320-252-8700
64 66.95- Under
Free
Best Western
1-800-950-8701 127.95 18
•
• small • • • • •
•
• Hi Speed •
(see page 26, 31)
www.bestwestern.com/americannainn fee Internet
AmericInn 320-253-6337
45 76.90- 17 and 35
Hot
Free
St. Cloud
1-800-497-0971 129.90 Under
•
• small • • • •
• Hi Speed
(see page 26 & 35)
www.americinn.com fee Internet
AmericInn Lodge & Suites 320-259-0877
54 79.90- 17 and 20
Free
Sartell (see page 3 & 26)
1-800-497-0971 199.90 Under
•
•
• • • •
• Hi Speed
www.americinn.com/hotel/mn/sartell Internet
Best Western Kelly Inn
320-253-0606
229 79.95- 18 and 750
Free
(see page 26 & 27)
1-800-528-1234 260.00 Under
•
• • • • • • •
• Hi Speed
www.bestwestern.com/kellyinnstcloud Internet
Country Inn & Suites
320-252-8282
67 99.00- 18 and 40
Free
by Carlson St. Cloud East
1-800-456-4000 169.00 Under
•
•
• • • •
•
• Hi Speed
(see page 27 & 28)
www.countryinns.com/stcloudmn_east Internet
Country Inn & Suites
320-259-8999
63 74.00- 18 and 20
Free
By Carlson
1-800-456-4000 155.00 Under
•
• small • • • •
•
• Hi Speed
(see page 28 & 31)
www.countryinns.com/stcloudmn_west fee Internet
Days Inn 320-253-4444
87 54.00- Under
Free
1-800-329-7466 109.00 18
•
• small • • • •
• Hi Speed
www.thedaysinn.com/stcloud15213 fee Internet
Fairfield Inn by Mariott
320-654-1881
57 84.99- Under
Free
(see page 28 & 31)
1-800-228-2800 120.59 18
•
•
• • • •
• Hi Speed
www.fairfieldinn.com Internet
Gateway Motel
320-252-4050
35 34.00- 17 and small
Free
• fee • Hi Speed
1-800-431-4050 42.00 Under
GrandStay 320-251-5400
53 70.00- Under 15
Free
Residential Suites
1-877-388-STAY 129.90 18
•
• • • • • •
• Hi Speed
(see page 27 & 28)
www.grandstay.net Internet
Hampton Inn & Suites
1-800-HAMPTON 89.00- Under 40
Free
(see page 28 & 33)
www.hamptoninn.com
77 199.00 18
•
• • • •
•
• Hi Speed
Internet
Holiday Inn & Suites
320-253-9000
257 79.95- Kids 840
Free
(see page 28 & 29)
1-800-465-4329 209.95 eat
•
• • • • • • •
• Hi Speed •
www.holiday-inn.com/stcloudmn
FREE Internet
Holiday Inn Express 320-240-8000
113 84.95- No 16 prior
Free
& Suites
1-800-465-4329
184.95 charge 35 only •
• notice • • • •
•
• Hi Speed
(see page 27 & 28)
www.hiexpress.com/st-cloudmn
for kids afternoons Internet
Homewood Suites by Hilton
1-800-CALLHOME
87 109.00- Under 50
Free
(see page 28 & 33)
www.homewoodsuites.com
219.00 18
•
• • • •
•
• Hi Speed
Internet
Motel 6
320-253-7070
94 35.99- Under
1-800-466-8356 89.99 17
•
• • • •
www.motel6.com
Night’s Inn
320-255-1274
26 47.95 NO
•
• •
and up
Quality Inn of St. Cloud
320-251-1500
63 65.00- Under 50
Free
(see page 29 & 30)
1-800-4CHOICE 149.00 18
15
•
• small • • • • •
• Hi Speed
www.qualityinn.com (2 rms.) fee Internet
Radisson Suite Hotel
320-654-1661
103 109.00- Under 225
Free
(see page 30, 33 & 52)
1-800-333-3333 249.00 18
•
•
• • • • Hi Speed •
www.radisson.com/stcloudmn Internet
Riverside Inn, Inc.
320-685-4539
22 64.00- small
Free
(see page 30 & 35)
www.riversideinnofcoldspring.com 137.00
•
• fee • • • • Hi Speed
Internet
Super 8 Motel
320-253-5530
68 59.95- Under
Free
(see page 30 & 35) 1-800-800-8000 99.95 17
•
• • • •
• Hi Speed
www.super8.com Internet
Super 8 Motel 320-363-7711
26 50.00- Under
Free
in St. Joseph
1-800-800-8000 80.00 17
•
• • • Hi Speed
www.super8.com Internet
Thrifty Motel
320-253-6320
49 34.00-
• small • • •
1-800-898-6320 89.00 fee
Travelodge
320-253-3338
28 39.99- 17 and 30
Free
1-800-578-7878 150.90 Under
•
• • • Hi Speed
www.travelodge.com Internet
El Ranco
Manana summer fun.
See coupon for $5 off on page 98!
Get ready to eat well, because
an array of dining options
abound in Central Minnesota.
You’ll find your favorite national
restaurant chains here as well
as unique, independently owned
eateries. So read on, make your
choice and bon appetit. View
the dining grid on page 44.
Ella and Stella dining
at Ciatti’s Ristorante.
Kay’s Kitchen pie.
Grizzly’s burger.
Map & Page Reference
Red map grid–St. Cloud Guide Map:
ATWOOD GALLERY • 9-j
Blue text–Directs you to various
Heart of Minnesota maps and ads:
♥MN map pg. 82 or ♥MN Ad page 83
Anton’s • 1-j
2001 Frontage Rd. N. (West Division St.) Waite Park
For reservations call 320-253-3611
www.antonsrestaurant.com • Ad page 39
Where the 1920’s are still roaring. Enjoy riverside dining
in a casual, comfortable, authentic log cabin atmosphere.
Scenic upstairs lounge, gazebo and deck. Menu features
an extra large variety of broiled seafoods, all natural
steaks, and other great stuff. Mon.-Thurs. 11-10; Fri.Sat. 11-11; Sun. 4-10. V, MC, AE, D, DC. Northstar Visitor Guides, Inc.
For the best in pub fare try–what else? The Pub at Clearwater Travel.
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The Ace Bar & Grill • 9-i
423 E. St. Germain, St. Cloud • 320-251-0232
Ad page 43
It’s About Quality! An East St. Cloud tradition since 1933.
Featuring our famous BBQ ribs and prime rib sandwich.
Just over the bridge from the Civic Center. bestburgerever™ • 3-j
16 2nd Ave. N., Waite Park, MN 56387
320-281-3139 • Ad page 43
Serving What America Loves Best!™ Fresh ground
chuck burgers, sponge dough buns, Idaho fries, real ice
cream shakes, fresh-squeezed lemonade. Indoor or patio
seating. Convenient drive-thru.
Blackberry Ridge Golf Club • north of 4-a
3125 Clubhouse Rd., Sartell, MN 56377 • 320-257-GOLF
www.blackberryridgegolf.com • Golf Page 62
Sunday brunch year round. April-October lunch and
dinner. Worth the drive out for the scenery alone.
bonanza family restaurant • 5-k
3440 W. Division St., St. Cloud • 320-253-5872
www.stcloudbonanza.com
30’ salad bar included with every meal. Very reasonable
prices. Kids menu and senior menu. Menu includes
steaks, chicken, seafood, sandwiches and burgers. Open
daily from 11 a.m.
Café Renaissance • 1-j
2140 Frontage Rd. N., Waite Park • 320-253-9300
www.thecaferenaissance.com • Ad page 41
Bringing the ambiance of a classy café/bar with a
European flair, appropriately balanced in stylish designed
décor imported from around the world. Offering you
pan-Mediterranean cuisine that features dishes from
south of Italy, France, Greece, Spain, Turkey, Morocco,
and the Eastern and middle-Eastern Mediterranean.
The Venetian room is available for your private party or
meeting.
2010 St. Cloud Visitors Guide • 1-800-264-2940
Dining
{Family -Friendly}
Out of This World Food!
• Incredible Food for Everyone
• GalaxyGames™ Arcade for Kids
• Groups/Teams Welcome
• Take Out
See coupon
page 98.
700 2nd St. S., Waite Park
320-259-7670 • www.spacealiens.com
Wednesday
Pasta Bar!
Located just minutes from St. Cloud, the StoneHouse offers a casual atmosphere.
Our menu features steaks, chicken, ribs, a wide variety of appetizers, pizzas,
sandwiches and salads. Specialty nights: Wednesday “Pasta Bar,” Thursday
“Chicken Buffet,” Friday “Fish Fry,” Sunday “Brunch,” Daily “Catch of the
Day” and “Prime Rib.” Live music Thursday and Saturday nights.
320-363-7222 • Stonehousetavern.net
2010 County Road 75 • St. Joseph, Minnesota
Letnes Restaurants
Featuring
USDA Steaks • BBQ Ribs • Poultry
Homemade Soup • Salad Bar • Fresh Popovers
Fresh Seafood • Pasta • Sandwiches/Burger Baskets • Prime Rib
Waite Park
(Across From Kohl’s)
320-253-4092
Wood-Fired Cooking
Patio Seating
150 Seat Bar
• Casual Dining
• Lunch
• Sunday Brunch • Private Parties
•Receptions
(Closed Mondays)
www.territorygc.com
320-258-4653 • 480 55th Ave. SE., St. Cloud
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Northstar Visitor Guides, Inc.
Dining
Grizzly’s Burger Co.• 5-j
4201 W. Division St., St. Cloud (located in Crossroads
Shopping Center by Sears Court) • 320-253-4092
www.grizzlysgrill.com
Unbelievable burgers, fresh salads, signature sandwiches
and more. We hand patty FRESH ANGUS BEEF, use FRESH
POTATOES to make our homemade fries, and BAKE OUR
BUNS every day here at Grizzly’s. Open daily at 11 a.m.
Scrumptious dinners at the StoneHouse Tavern & Catering.
Cafe Santa FE • 5-k
Located in the Holiday Inn & Suites, W. Division St. at
37th Ave., St. Cloud • 320-253-9000• Ad page 29
Enjoy dining with an accent on American fare. Enjoy
our famous southwestern BBQ ribs, sizzling fajitas,
top sirloin and our delicious Sunday Brunch. Daily
breakfast and lunch specials! Let our friendly staff take
care of your needs while you relax and enjoy a unique
experience.
5th Avenue Grille • 9-j
404 W. St. Germain, Downtown, St. Cloud (Located in the
Radisson Suite Hotel) • 320-258-2580 • Ad page 41
Come experience the 5th Avenue Grille, where we offer
classic food in a great atmosphere with first class service.
Whether you are looking for a great steak or the perfect
cocktail, the 5th Avenue Grille has it all. Breakfast, lunch
and dinner. Complimentary parking.
Ciatti’s Ristorante • 8-j
27th and Division, St. Cloud
320-257-7900 • CiattisRistorante.com
Ad page 5
The tradition continues in a new location! A casual,
comfortable atmosphere, tasty cuisine and affordable
prices are Ciatti’s specialties. Fresh pastas, pizzas,
soups and salads and Italian specialties are Ciatti’s
standouts. Stop in for lunch, dinner or Happy Hour. Walkins welcome, reservations accepted for parties of 8 or
more only.
Coyote Moon Grille-Overlooking
Territory Golf club • 11-a
480 55th Ave. S.E., St. Cloud • 320-258-4653
www.territorygc.com • Ad page 39
This “Lodge-Style” setting is a great place for relaxing
meals with family or friends. Our menu features items
from Prime Rib, BBQ Pork Ribs, Steaks, Fresh Seafood,
to Burgers and Sandwiches. The homemade Soup and
Salad Bar with fresh Popovers makes it unique. Our
elegant banquet room seats 300.
D.B. Searle’s • 10-e
18th S. 5th Ave., St. Cloud • 320-253-0655
www.dbsearles.com • Ad page 52
A flavorful distinctive dining experience surrounded by
the tradition and charm of 1886 construction. Our 3rd
floor menu is perfect for any special occasion with our
mouth-watering steaks and succulent seafood. Enjoy
a juicy burger or an enticing cocktail in our street bar.
Banquet facility available.
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Famous Dave’s • 4-j
310 3rd St. N., Waite Park (Behind Crossroads Shopping
Center) • 320-217-5900
www.famousdaves.com • Ad page 39
Once you sink your teeth into our legendary ribs, you’ll
see why we are the winner of over 400 national and
regional BBQ awards. Dine-in, take-out, and catering.
Fisher’s Club • ♥MN map pg. 82
425 Stratford St. W., Avon• 320-356-7372
www.fishersclub.com • ♥MN Ad page 83
It’s reported that residents of Lake Wobegon frequent
this Minnesota fish shack for its famous walleye, grilled
steaks, homemade strawberry shortcake and rhubarb
pie. Owned in part by Garrison Keillor (spotted here
on occasion), this seasonal restaurant offers lakeside
dining, decent wines, and bottle club set-ups. Open AprilOctober. Reservations recommended 320-356-7372.
G-Allen’s Restaurant & Sports Bar • 6-f
116 Evergreen Dr., Sartell, MN • 320-230-9006
www.g-allens.com • Ad page 3
G-Allen’s is quickly becoming the area’s place for good
taste. Signature wings, huge burgers, bistro fillets—
something for everyone! Full sports bar with DIRECTV.
Karaoke every Monday & Tuesday night. Heated patio
with bonfire. Great location next to the AmericInnSartell. Groups welcome. Granite city food & brewery • 5-k
Hwy. 15 and 2nd St. S., St. Cloud, MN 56301
320-203-9000 • Ad inside front cover
Enjoy good people, food and beer in an atmosphere
that’s casual. From burgers to our Sunday breakfast
buffet, our menu of over 85 made-from-scratch items is
a local favorite. Try a sampler tray of our micro-brewed
beers, made in the Old World craft tradition using only
the finest ingredients. We take no short cuts—great
food, great beer and uncompromising service.
Green Mill Restaurant • 9-j
Located in the Kelly Inn at 100 4th Ave. S.,
Downtown St. Cloud • 320-259-6455 • Ad page 27
Stop in for breakfast with a friend, lunch with a business
associate or dinner with your family! Delivery available,
pasta to pizza. Call for preferred seating. Outdoor dining
in the summer. Double happy hours. You’ll enjoy the
relaxing atmosphere of the Green Mill Restaurant!
Sterling Catering & Events at the Kelly Inn and St. Cloud
Civic Center.
Grizzly’s Wood Fired Grill • 4-k
137 S. 2nd Ave., Waite Park, MN 56387
(Across from Kohl’s)
320-253-4092 • Ad page 39
A local favorite featuring Wood-Fired Steaks & Burgers,
Wood-Roasted Chicken, Hickory Smoked Ribs, Pan Fried
Walleye along with signature Salads, Sandwiches, &
Pastas. Seating for over 150 people in the bar–enjoy our
famous happy hour 4-7 and 9-11 p.m. Mon.-Fri. along with
peanuts, popcorn and NTN Trivia. Open daily at 11 a.m.
House of Pizza • 9-j and 3-e
5th Ave. S., Downtown St. Cloud (across from the
Radisson) • 320-252-9300 (St. Cloud)
1733 Pine Cone Rd., Pine Cone Marketplace, Sartell,
MN • 320-258-9300 (Sartell)
www.houseofpizzamn.com
Ads back cover, pages 52 & 79; coupon page 98
Serving the area’s favorite pizza and Italian food since
1964. Full menu delivery including pasta, hot hoagies,
salads, wings and of course, our world famous pizza.
Call for delivery or enjoy our family-friendly dining room.
Large groups welcome and group discounts available.
Lunch, dinner, late-night. Locally owned and operated
for 45 years. Open daily 11 a.m.
ING Direct Café • 8-j
30 7th Ave. S., St. Cloud • 320-534-4640
www.ingdirect.com • Ad page 53
Saving money should be as simple as having a cup of coffee.
We invite you to experience just how refreshing it is to sip
coffee, surf the internet for free, have a bite to eat and
talk to us about how we can help you Save Your Money.
Jule’s Bistro • 8-j
921 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud • 320-252-7125
Ad page 53
Jules’ has established itself as a warm, friendly gathering
place with a bit of an urban flair. Fantastic specialty pizzas
and sandwiches, delicious soups and salads, teas, coffee,
beer and wine, baked goods (sweets). Located in downtown
St. Cloud, next to the Historic Paramount Theater. Special
bistro events feature local artists and musicians.
Kay’s Kitchen • ♥MN map pg. 82
303 College Ave., St. Joseph, MN 56374
320-557-0030 • www.kayskitchen.us
Ad page 43 & 83
We treat our guests like royalty! A local tradition, home
cooking since 1972. Over 20 plus pie selections, home
of Jean “The Whistling Waitress,” “Best Breakfast”
served all day, lunch and dinner specials, large groups
welcome! Come for coffee and stay for good food!
LEGENDS BAR & GRILL • 5-j
Located in the Holiday Inn & Suites, W. Division St. at
37th Ave., St. Cloud • 320-253-9000 • Ad page 29
Legends Bar and Grill, home of the famous “Blues Revue,”
offers great food and friendly staff in a comfortable
atmosphere. Live entertainment Wednesday through
Saturday-every week! No cover charge. St. Cloud’s “let’s
get together” place. Mc’s dugout bar and grill • 9-j
501 Mall Germain, St. Cloud • 320-259-9862 • Ad
page 52
Home of the Hairy Buffalo. MC’s Dugout is a favorite
night spot in St. Cloud with its comfortable, casual
sports atmosphere and great food. It’s the late night
party spot for everyone young and old. The area’s best
Happy Hour with FREE hors d’oeuvres plus pull tabs
Mon.-Fri. 4-7 p.m.
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Dining
5th Ave. Grill
912
Regency
Plaza
320-217-6000
www.mifamiglia.com
Mi Famiglia Ristorante
Italian Market
Mi Famiglia Catering
Entertaiment
Event Center
Exquisite Dining
Grand Courtyard Mezzanine
Two Ballrooms with
Outside Decks
912 The Regency on West St. Germain
Across from the Paramount Theatre
Direct Catering Line
320-217-6003
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Dining
Old Chicago Pasta & Pizza • 5-k
Attached to the Quality Inn Hotel in St. Cloud, Old Chicago Pasta & Pizza is located one block
west of the junction of Hwy. 15 & 23 at 4040 2nd St. S. • 320-259-1103 • Ad page 29
St. Cloud’s best pizza and pasta restaurant features daily specials and happy hour
serving over 110 beers with 36 on tap, FREE wireless internet throughout the restaurant
and a meeting and party room for up to 36 people. Monday-Friday try our delicious lunch
buffet; video games, pool table and 16 TVs. Dine-in or carry-out.
Pacific wok teriyaki grill • 3-e & 8-j
Now at 2 convenient locations!
Pine Cone Marketplace in Sartell (next to Coborns) • 320-258-7200
Downtown St. Cloud (Corner of Hwy. 23 and 7th Ave.) • 320-257-5200
www.pacificwok.com • Ad page 79; coupon page 98
Eat good–Feel Good. Fast casual Japanese restaurant featuring awesome fire-grilled
meats, fresh sushi rolls, and friendly service. Dine-in, take-out, and catering available.
Open daily for lunch and dinner. HealthyNeverTastedSoGood.
Pete’s Place • 8-j
413 9th Ave. N., St. Cloud • 320-259-6931 • Ad page 43
A hidden treasure! Real home cooking in a home-town atmosphere. A great place for
breakfast, burgers, sandwiches, dinners and daily specials. Let Pete do the cooking!
Pizza Ranch • 4-k
110 2nd St. S., Waite Park (Located in Marketplace Mall)
320-203-8646 • wwwpizzaranch.com • ad page 45
Where life tastes better! We offer daily & evening buffets, delivery and carryout. Check
out our party room. Families, friends, large groups and teams always welcome!
Neil Anderson
RJ’s american Grill• 9-q
4221 Clearwater Rd., St. Cloud • 320-257-7757 • www.rjsamericangrill.com
Offering a casual, innovative and fun environment where locals and travelers find
affordable quality.
Local events offer terrific treats! Here, Fisher’s promotes its famous
strawberry shortcake.
mexican village • 9-j
509 W. St. Germain, St. Cloud, MN • 320-252-7134
www.mexicanvillagestcloud.com
Ads pages 37 & 52; coupon page 98
For over 32 years, The Mexican Village has offered Mexican cuisine at its finest. The
best place to find premium Margaritas and sizzling Fajitas. You’ll love our extensive
menu, reasonable prices and fun atmosphere. Reservations accepted for groups or
parties. Open 11 a.m. daily. Mexican Village has been voted #1, making it the perfect
“getaway” for all occasions. MICHAEL’S German-Austrian RESTAURANT • 10-j
510 S. Hwy. 10, St. Cloud • 320-252-7100
www.michaelssteakandseafood.com • Ad page 31
Fine dining restaurant open Mon.-Sat. Meeting and banquet facilities available.
Restaurant features German cuisine, steaks, seafood, and vegetarian entrees, all
consistently prepared to perfection. Nightly specials. Wide selection of imported beers
and cocktails served nightly. Happy hour Mon.-Fri. 4-7 p.m. Winner of the 2006, 2007,
2008 Diner’s Choice Award.
Mi Famiglia Ristoranté • 8-j
912 Regency Plaza • 912 West St. Germain St., St. Cloud
320-217-6000 • www.mifamiglia.com • Ad page 41 & 53
Upscale restaurant and bar featuring Central and Southern Italian family recipes and
Italy’s best wine vineyards are honored in a beautiful, downtown historic location. The
Casa Privata Room accommodates up to 30. Italian Market features fresh imported
Italian foods and dry goods. Catering available on/off site.
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Nelson Bros. Restaurant & Bakery • ♥MN map pg. 90
I-94 & Hwy. 24 (Exit 178) in Clearwater, MN 55320
320-558-2261 • www.clearwatertravelplaza.com ♥MN Ad page 96
Ranked by Food Network as one of the Top Five Truck Stops in America. Nelson Bros.
Restaurant & Bakery–home of “World Famous Fritter Bread,” Gourmet Sandwich Bar,
Take and Bake Pizza and daily array of fresh baked goods. Also, visit us for clothing,
gifts, gas and groceries!
Sawatdee Thai Restaurant • 8-j
800 W. St. Germain • 320-240-1454 • WWW•SAWATDEE•COM
Ad page 53
“The exquisite blend of subtle spices and rich flavor.” Award winning food. Thai It. You’ll
Like It.
Space Aliens Grill & Bar • 3-k
700 2nd St. S., Waite Park
20-259-7670 • www.spacealiens.com
Ad page 39; coupon page 98
We mix a galactic environment with a unique dining experience, offering incredible
food for everyone. GalaxyGames™ arcade for kids. Bar from Mars™ for adults. Teams/
groups welcome. Eat in or take out for out-of-this-world food.
Stonehouse Tavern & Catering • west of 1-j
Just minutes from St. Cloud on Cty. Rd. 75, St. Joseph, MN
320-363-7222 • Stonehousetavern.net • Ad page 39
Discover why locals like to relax on our patio and watch the sun set. Our menu features
steaks, chops, pastas, seafood, pizza, salads and sandwiches. Specialty nights: Wed.
“Pasta Bar,” Thurs. “Chicken Buffet,” Fri. “Fish Fry,” Sun. “Brunch,” Daily “Catch of the
Day” and “Prime Rib.”
White Horse• 8-j
809 W. St. Germain, St. Cloud • 320-257-7775
Ad page 53
A wide range of people–professional, artistic, and definitely out of the ordinary–make
this airy and tasteful bar and restaurant the place to be. Handcrafted soups, Asian
specials, and chicken wings, along with daily happy hours, are big hits. Sidewalk seating
in the summer.
Zeppole’s Pizza & Pasta • 1-j
2152 Frontage Rd., Waite Park • 320-252-5000
www.zeppolespizza.com
Zeppole’s Pizza & Pasta, offering a wide variety of original Italian pies in New York style
crust for over 32 years. We offer double crust stuffed pizza, calazone, thick/thin crust
and one-of-a-kind gourmet specialties. All of our pizzas are made from scratch and hand
tossed. For our complete menu, please check our website.
Coffee
The Grande Depot
8318 State Hwy. 23 W., St. Cloud • 320-257-5500 • www.thegrandedepot.com
Ad page 54
Gruber’s Cafe & Espresso Bar • 5-j
Located in Dan Tree Court at 310 4th Ave. N.E., Waite Park • 320-259-4360
Ad page 51; coupon page 98
Specialty sandwiches and coffee drinks.
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Dining
• Fresh Ground Chuck Burgers
• Sponge Dough Buns
• Real Ice Cream Shakes
• Eat-In or Drive-Thru
413 9th Ave. N. • St. Cloud
320-259-6931
Mon.-Fri. 6 a.m.-3 p.m.
Sat.-Sun. 7 a.m.-3 p.m.
16 2nd Ave. N., Waite Park
Northstar Visitor Guides, Inc.
www.bestburgerever.net • 320-281-3139
An East
St. Cloud
Tradition
Since 1933!
423 E. St. Germain,
St. Cloud, MN
320-251-0232
Go international and try one of our ethnic, locally-owned restaurants like the
Mexican Village.
The Sign of
Gourmet cuisine, a touch of romance and superb service—
all at Café Renaissance.
Northstar Visitor Guides, Inc.
Great
Food!
Home
Cooking
since
1972!
An Easy
5 minute Drive
from St. Cloud
and Worth It!
Over 20 plus pie selections!
Home of Jean”The Whistling Waitress”
“Best Breakfast”–served all day!
Lunch and dinner buffets • Large groups welcome
303 College Ave., St. Joseph, MN
320-557-0030 • www.kayskitchen.us
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St. Cloud & Surrounding area Dining Establishments
Lunch
Dinner
Buses & Groups
Reservations
Comments
Breakfast
All area codes are (320).
Cuisine
Average Price
Average cost for dinner:
$=under
$8 • $$=$8-$12 • $$$=$12 or more
Dining
Grid
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Recommended
Fine casual dining in an authentic
log cabin atmosphere
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•
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Recommended
A dining landmark
since 1933
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•
Anton’s 2001 Frontage Rd. N, Waite Park • 253-3611
$$$
Ace Bar
423 E. St Germain, St. Cloud • 251-0232
$$
bestburgerever™
16 2nd Ave. N., Waite Park • 281-3139
$
American Burgers
Blackberry Ridge Golf Club
3125 Clubhouse Rd., Sartell • 257-4653
$$
American/variety
Bonanza Family Restaurant
3440 W. Division St., St. Cloud • 253-5872
$
American
Café Renaissance
2140 Frontage Rd. N, Waite Park • 253-9300
$$
Cafe Santa Fe
W. Division St. at 37th Ave., St. Cloud • 253-9000
$$
Ciatti’s Ristoranté
27th & Division, St. Cloud • 257-7900
$$$
Clearwater Travel Plaza/Nelson Brothers Restaurant I-94 & Hwy. 24, Clearwater • 558-2261
$$
Family dining
Coyote Moon Grille 480 55th Ave. SE, St. Cloud • 258-4653
$$
American
D.B. Searles 18 S. 5th Ave., St. Cloud • 253-0655
$$$
American
Famous Dave’s 310 3rd St. N., Waite Park • 217-5900
$$
BBQ
5th Avenue Grille
404 W. Division St., St. Cloud • 258-2580
$$
Fisher’s Club
2425 Stratford St. W., Avon • 356-7372
$$
G-Allen’s Restaurant & Sports Bar
116 Evergreen Dr., Sartell • 230-9006
$$
Family American
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Granite City Food & Brewery Hwy. 15 & 2nd St. S., St. Cloud • 203-9000
$$
Brew Pub
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Green Mill Restaurant
100 4th Ave. S., St. Cloud • 259-6455
$$
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•
Grizzly’s Burger Co. 4201 W. Division St., St. Cloud (Crossroads Mall) • 253-4092
$$
American
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Grizzly’s Wood Fired Grill 137 S. 2nd Ave., Waite Park • 253-4092
$$
American: steak, sandwiches & pasta
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•
gruber’s Café & Espresso Bar Dan Tree Court • 310 4th Ave. NE., St. Cloud • 259-4360
$
Specialty sandwiches/
coffee drinks
House of Pizza 5th Ave., Downtown, St. Cloud • 252-9300
$$
Italian/pizza
•
House of Pizza Pine Cone Marketplace, Sartell • 258-9300
$$
Italian/pizza
ING Direct Café
130 7th Ave. S., St. Cloud • 534-4640
$
Cyber Café
Jule’s Bistro
921 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud • 252-7125
American
American with specialties
Wknd
Only
Sun.
Brunch
Apr- Apr-
Oct. Oct.
•
Will
accept
Serving what America loves best!™
Great dining in a wooded
setting
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European/Mediterranean
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•
•
Recommended
Classy bistro with a
relaxed atmosphere
American & Specialties
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•
•
Will
accept
Perfect place for breakfast, lunch
dinner or Sun. brunch
Italian
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•
•
7 or
more
“St. Cloud’s Taste of Italy”
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•
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•
Sun.
Brunch
•
•
•
Will
accept
From baskets to lobster
Sat.
•
•
Will
accept
Great dining in a historic building
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•
•
•
•
•
American
Sun.
Brunch
Minnesota fish shack
American/casual
Sun.
Brunch
With reservation
•
6 or more
•
30’ salad bar with every meal
“Home of the world famous
Fritter Bread”
Best BBQ Ribs in Town!
Will
accept
Great dining in the heart of downtown
Recommended
Historic eating on the Lake Wobegon Trail
Will accept
Large outdoor heated patio
Will
accept
Will
accept
A celebration of great food
and great beer
Most awarded pizza
in Minnesota
2 burgers for $6.99 on
Tuesday’s (other specials)
Unique atmosphere
•
Located in great shopping area
•
•
Will accept
Serving the areas favorite pizza
since 1964
•
•
•
Will accept
Area’s favorite pizza
•
•
•
•
$
American Bistro
•
•
Legends Bar & Grill W. Division St. at 37th Ave., St. Cloud • 253-9000
$$
American & Baskets
•
•
•
Live entertainment Wed.-Sat.
with great food
MC’s Dugout Bar & Grill
501 Mall Germain, Downtown St. Cloud • 259-9862
$
Burgers/Sandwiches
•
•
•
Sports Bar
“Home of the Hairy Buffalo”
Mexican Village 509 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud • 252-7134
$$
Mexican
•
•
•
Will accept
Voted #1 Mexican restaurant
in Central Minnesota
Mi Famiglia Ristoranté 912 St. Germain, Downtown St. Cloud • 217-6000
$$$
Italian
•
•
•
Will
accept
Most authentic Italian dining
in St. Cloud
Michael’s German-Austrian Restaurant 510 S. Hwy. 10, St. Cloud • 252-7100
$$
German/American
•
•
•
Will accept
Only German restaurant
in St. Cloud
Old Chicago Pasta & Pizza
4040 2nd St. S., St. Cloud • 259-1103
$$
Pizza/pasta
•
•
•
Call ahead
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Will
accept
Banking as simple as having
a cup of coffee
Outstanding pizzas, sandwiches,
soup & salads
Serving over 110 years
Buses & Groups
Healthy never tasted so good!
•
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Healthy never tasted so good!
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American
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•
•
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•
•
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Will
accept
A short drive to outstanding food
American casual
•
•
Will
accept
Hand-crafted soups, sandwiches
& Asian specialties
Italian/Pasta
•
•
•
$
Japanese
Pacific Wok
616 2nd St. S., St. Cloud • 257-5200
$
Japanese
Pete’s Place
413 9th Ave. N, St. Cloud • 259-6931
$
American diner
Pizza Ranch
110 2nd St. S., Waite Park • 320-203-8646
$$
American, Pizza, Chicken
RJ’s American Grill
4221 Clearwater Rd., St. Cloud • 257-7757
$ $
Sawatdee Thai Restaurant
800 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud • 240-1454
$$
Space Aliens
700 2nd St., Waite Park • 259-7670
$$
StoneHouse Tavern & Catering
Cty. Rd. 75, St. Joseph • 363-7222
$$
White Horse
809 W. St. Germain, St. Cloud • 257-7775
$$
Zeppole’s Pizza & Pasta
2140 Frontage Rd. N., Waite Park • 252-5000
$
Thai
Sun.
Brunch
Rib & Family Fare
American
Sun.
Brunch
•
Will
accept
Call
ahead
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Will
accept
Comments
Dinner
•
Pacific Wok
Pine Cone Marketplace, Sartell • 258-7200
Reservations
Lunch
•
Breakfast
•
Cuisine
All area codes are (320).
Average Price
St. Cloud & Surrounding area Dining Establishments
Average cost for dinner:
Dining
Grid
$=under
$8 • $$=$8-$12 • $$$=$12 or more
A St. Cloud treasure!
We love families and groups!
Signature service, great food... the RJ’s way.
Family friendly restaurant
Great ribs & fun for kids!
Best original Italian pizza for
over 33 years
All the big retail names are here, as well as small, unusual shops that are fun to browse. St. Cloud truly
is a retail mecca, drawing shoppers from a wide radius encompassing Central Minnesota and beyond.
Ella and Stella at
Northern Brights.
On A
Lark.
Grande Depot.
áccentric • 1-l
8318 State Hwy. 23 W., St. Cloud (in The Grande Depot)
320-257-5500 • www.thegrandedepot.com • Ad page 54
Finally, a destination exclusively for you, your kitchen, your home, your lifestyle...Shop
our extensive selection of culinary tools, gourmet foods, home décor, children’s gifts and
more! With something for everyone, it’s the perfect place for gifts; or treat yourself to
something special.
Albany antique Center • ♥MN map pg. 82
740 Railroad Ave., Albany, MN 56307 • 320-845-6575
Area’s largest antique store! Something for everyone!
Albertville Premium
Outlets • ♥MN map pg. 90
I-94 at Cty. Rd. 19, Eastbound Exit 201/Westbound Exit 202
(Approximately 30 minutes east of St. Cloud)
763-497-1911 • www.premiumoutlets.com/albertville
See page 90 for more information
100 outlets including Adidas, Calvin Klein, Nike, etc. See website for store hours. Alice’s Attic • ♥MN map pg. 90
30872 Nature Rd., Royalton, MN
(14 miles east of Royalton on Cty. Rd. 26/Nature Rd.)
320-355-2580 • [email protected]• Ad page 49
Located in a beautiful farm setting with lovely gardens. Browse through 5 shops full
of antiques, primitives, vintage furniture, house and yard accents, plus a women’s
boutique. Open the 3rd weekend of the month Thursdays- Sunday, April-October.
Theme party $5 noon lunch Thurs. & Sat. with live music in the Hayloft. Reservations
required.
Antiques and... • 5-j
323 3rd St. N.E., Waite Park, MN 56387 • 320-257-2200 • Ad this page
Collectibles and furniture. Over 20 plus quality dealers.
antiques gallery • 8-j
619 West Saint Germain St., St. Cloud • 320-202-9068
[email protected] • www.antiquesgallerysc.com
Ad page 53
30 years of experience featuring 19th and early 20th century china, glassware, pictures,
silver, jewelry, primitives, and furniture. Mon.-Sat. or by chance or appointment.
Antique Pox Mall • east of 12-h
3-1/2 miles E of Hwy. 10, on Hwy. 23. Right on 47th Ave. 320-251-2550
Area’s largest antique mall. Large variety of antiques and furniture! Mon.-Sat. 10
a.m.-5 p.m.
Art & Heritage Place • ♥MN map pg. 82
Located at Saint Benedict’s Monastery (104 Chapel Ln., St. Joseph)
320-363-7100 • www.sbm.osb.org
Ad page 11
Visit the Haehn Museum with exhibits highlighting the heritage and culture of the
Sisters of the Order of Saint Benedict, and Whitby Gift Shop and Gallery, featuring items
that are handmade by the Sisters and presenting periodic gallery displays.
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ARTS co-op & Arts Gallery • 8-j
Radio City Music Mall, 619 W. St. Germain Street, St. Cloud
(Located across from Herberger’s) • 320-252-3242 • Ad page 53
Hours Mon.-Sat. 10-5. A fine art and craft gallery featuring unique hand-crafted gifts and
home décor by local artisans. The Arts Co-op offers sculpture, stained glass, paintings,
woodcarvings, floral, pottery, dolls, wood crafts, fused glass, greeting cards, and more.
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1080 35th St. N.E.
Sauk Rapids, MN
320-229-2281
Shopping
Fairview Gardens
Greenhouse • Nursery
Landscaping • Seminars
Special Events & Workshops
Home Holiday Decor
Seasonal Displays • Unique Gifts
“An Event You’ll Never Want To Miss”
2010 Event Dates
January 14-17
February 11-14
March 11-14
April 8-11
May 13-16
June 10-13
July 8-11
August 12-15
September 9-12
October 14-17
November 11-14
December 9-12
A completely new store every month, beautifully staged.
Antique, Unique, Vintage and Shabby Chic...Recycled, Repainted, Repurposed
or Revamped...everything is custom and/or one-of-a-kind! Something for every
mood, room, and decor!
115 Division Street, Sauk Rapids • 320-251-4019 • www.GypsyLeas.com
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Shopping
Fairview Gardens • 9-d
1080 35th St. N., Sauk Rapids (East of Hwy. 10 & 15 on
Co. Rd. 29) • 320-229-2281
www.fairviewgardensmn.com • Ad page 47 & 78
One of the area’s Best Shopping Destinations! Huge
greenhouse space, extensive nursery, home and
holiday decor, seasonal displays, unique gifts, colorful
special events, educational seminars and workshops.
Greenhouse and gift shop open April-October. For hours
and special events, call us or check our website.
Northstar Visitor Guides, Inc.
Flagpole Country • ♥MN map pg. 86
409 E. Hwy. 55, Paynesville • 320-243-1071
1-800-207-4927 • www.kranzflagpoles.com
♥MN Ad page 88
Flags of all kinds.
Gypsey Lea’s–more than just shopping. An Event You’ll Never Want to Miss!
Books revisited • 8-j
607 W. St. Germain, Downtown St. Cloud
320-259-7959 • Ad page 52
M-Sat. 10-6. St. Cloud’s largest used book store, featuring
1000’s of rare and out of print books in all subject areas.
We do book searches for “out of print” books.
bumbledees • 5-j
711 W. St. Germain, Downtown St. Cloud • 320-493-7608
M-F 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Buzz on kkkover
to bumbledees. The newest addition to beautiful,
historic downtown St. Cloud. A blend of arts, antiques
and more in a restored 100 year old building. We share
the building and ambiance with Northern Brights, the
premiere shopping boutique in St. Cloud. Grab a cup of
coffee and browse.
Clearwater Travel Plaza • ♥MN map pg. 90
I-94 & Hwy. 24 (Exit 178) in Clearwater, MN 55320
320-558-2261 • www.clearwatertravelplaza.com
♥MN Ad page 96
Restaurant and bakery. Our “Minnesota Reflections” gift
and clothing store is a favorite for travelers.
Cork & Cask • 1-l
8318 State Hwy. 23 W., St. Cloud (in The Grande Depot)
320-257-5484 • www.thegrandedepot.com • Ad page 54
Cork & Cask carries a great selection of fine wines, beer
and spirits. Cork & Cask has an extensive collection of
over 400 fine wines from around the best regions in the
world. If you are looking for something to compliment
your dinner party, a good value or that collector wine for
your cellar, they are happy to assist you.
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Crafts direct • 3-l
620 Sundial Dr., Waite Park, MN 56387
320-654-0907 • 1-800-784-8868
www.craftsdirect.com
Ad inside back cover; coupon page 98
Crafts Direct is more than a craft store, it’s your inspire,
create, decorate store. Locally owned by John and Diane
Schlecht, Crafts Direct is one of the largest independently
owned craft retail stores in the United States. The store
features large selections in yarn and fabrics, beads,
fine arts, scrapbooking, rubber stamping, gifts, floral
and a great seasonal selection. A definite “don’t miss”
destination.
Crossroads Center • 4-j
Hwy. 15 and Division St. • 320-252-2856
www.crossroadscenter.com
Coupon page 98
Crossroads Center, the largest enclosed shopping center
in outstate Minnesota. With over 120 stores including
JCPenney, Scheel’s All Sport, Macy’s, Target, Sears, it
offers a great selection of fine jewelry, fashion and fun!
Crossroads Center is family-friendly with a kids soft-play
area, family bathrooms, nursing rooms, and food court.
D.J. Bitzan Jewelers • 4-j
203 Waite Ave. N., St. Cloud
(Across the street from Scheels & Crossroads Center)
320-251-4812 • Ad page 49
D.J. Bitzan Jewelers enriches the celebrations of life with
the finest quality jewelry. They understand the value of
their customer’s place on marking life’s special moments
with fine jewelry. For more than 43 years, D.J. Bitzan’s
staff has committed to providing a memorable customer
experience, with each purchase equally special.
downtown St. Cloud • 8-j
820 W. St. Germain • 320-257-8600
www.stclouddowntown.com • Ad page 11
See pages 52 & 53
Downtown St. Cloud is the city’s center for professional
services, which includes a variety of businesses.
Specialty shops, restaurants, sidewalk cafés and
theaters offer a unique setting that appeals to just
about everyone. The Downtown Council, a community
based non-profit organization, is involved in the
promotion and vitalization of Downtown St. Cloud.
Electric Fetus • 9-j
28 S. 5th Ave., St. Cloud • 320-251-2569 • Ad page 52
M-F 9-9, Sat. 9-8, Sun. 11-6. Established in 1968, The
Electric Fetus features a wide selection of new and
used CDs, DVDs & LPs, jewelry, posters, clothing,
smoking accessories and audio accessories.
Gruber’s Quilt Shop • 5-j
Located in Dan Tree Court at 310 4th Ave. N.E.,
Waite Park, MN • 320-259-4360
grubersquiltshop.com
Ad page 51; coupon page 98
“The destination quilt shop for quilters from around the
world.” A must see and experience! Open Mon.-Fri. 9-7
p.m.; Sat. 9-6 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m. Chosen Top Shop
2001 in American Patchwork and Quilting magazine.
Gypsy Lea’s • 8-f
115 Division St., Sauk Rapids
320-251-4019 • www.GypsyLeas.com
Ad page 47
An Event You’ll Never Want to Miss! Open 4 days
each month, the 2nd Thursday-Sunday. A completely
new, beautifully staged store each time. Antique, Unique,
Vintage and Shabby Chic. Recycled, Repainted, Repurposed
or Revamped, everything is custom and/or one-of-a-kind.
Something for every mood, room, and decor!
Instyle Eye Wear • 4-k
206 W. Division St., Waite Park • 320-253-0365
www.insighteyecare.us • Ad page 72
Operating with Insight Eye Care, Instyle Eye Wear
features the largest selection of designer frames in the
area. Instyle’s certified opticians will assist you with
cutting edge technology that will serve your unique needs
and fit you with the frames that fit your lifestyle—sports,
reading or everyday wear.
Munsinger & Clemens Gardens
Gift Shop • 10-k
1399 Kilian Blvd., St. Cloud, MN 56301
320-258-0381 • www.ci.stcloud.mn.us (link: parks)
Ad page 49
Open May-October. Munsinger & Clemens Gardens Gift
Shop is the place to shop for your garden giftware and
much more. We offer garden statues, Webkinz, birdhouses,
wind chimes, sun catchers, Minnesota souvenirs, T-shirts,
postcards, coffee, ice cream and snacks. Open Mon.-Sun.–
call for hours.
Northern Brights • 5-j
707 W. St. Germain, St. Cloud • 320-654-1814
www.northernbrights.com • Ad page 51 & 53
Northern Brights is an eclectic boutique in historic
downtown featuring beautifully handcrafted accessories.
Original handbags, jewelry, scarves, art, fashions and
gifts glisten under the light of chandeliers in the restored
interior of a one hundred year old building. Owner and
designer, Paige LaDue Henry is usually there to greet
visitors with a warm smile.
On A Lark • ♥MN map pg. 82
15 Minnesota St. E., Suite 102, Downtown St. Joseph
320-363-4735 • www.giftsonalark.com
Ad page 51
Experience our ever-changing beautiful selection of oneof-a-kind gifts, jewelry, fashion accessories, stationary
and items for the home. Whether you are looking for that
perfect gift or a treat yourself, you will find just the right
thing at On A Lark. Open 7 days a week.
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Shopping
[email protected]
320-355-2580
Visit 5 shops in a beautiful
farm setting!
Shops include Antiques, Primitives, Womens Boutique,
Furniture and House and Yard Accents
Open 3rd Weekend of the Month
April-October!
Theme Party Noon Lunch for $5 Thurs. and Sat. with
live music in the Hayloft! Reservations required.
2010 Schedule:
April 15-18• Fabulous Fifties
May 20-23 • Wear Your Garden Hat
June 17-20 • Hawaiian Luau
July 15-18 • Mexican Fiesta
August 19-22 • Western Roundup
September 16-19 • Octoberfest
October 21-24 • Halloween Dress-up
Girlfriends Getaway On Thursday!
30872 Nature Rd., Royalton, MN
Located 14 miles east of Royalton on
Cty. Rd. 24/Nature Rd.
L ocated
on the
M ississippi R iver
1399 K ilian B lvd . • 320-258-0381
• Minnesota Memorabilia/
Souvenirs
• Webkinz
• Garden Items
• Coffee, Pop, Ice Cream
• Fun Stuff
Also visit these locations:
Village Gifts • 320-251-2733
Village Pharmacy & Gifts
Division Place Fashion Center
320-252-1303
2934 W. Division St., St. Cloud
108 2nd Ave. S, Sauk Rapids
(Behind Red Lobster)
(Across from Coborn’s Superstore)
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Sports & Recreation
Shopping
Antiques and... • 5-j
323-3rd St. N.E., Waite Park, MN 56387
320-257-2200 • Ad page 46
Collectibles and furniture. Over 20 plus quality dealers.
antiques gallery • 8-j
619 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud • 320-202-9068
www.antiquesgallerysc.com • Ad page 53
Mon.-Sat. or by chance or appointment.
Antique Pox Mall • east of 12-h
3-1/2 miles E of Hwy. 10, on Hwy. 23. Right on 47th Ave.
320-251-2550
Area’s largest antique mall. Large variety of antiques
and furniture! Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
ARTS co-op & Arts Gallery • 8-j
Radio City Music Mall, 619 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud
320-252-3242 • Ad page 53
Gruber’s Quilt Shop • 5-j
304 4th Ave. NE, Waite Park, MN • 320-259-4360
grubersquiltshop.com • Ad page 51; coupon page 98
Discover the unusual and unique at On a Lark in St. Joseph.
Once upon a child • 5-j
110 2nd St. S., Waite Park • 320-253-7193
We buy and sell new and gently used children’s items
focusing on quality, safety and value.
Paddy’s Game Shoppe • 8-j
Located downtown St. Cloud
706 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud • 320-229-7545
[email protected]
www.paddysgameshoppe.com • Ad page 53
Mon.-Fri. Noon-9 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun. Noon6 p.m. Paddy’s covers all your face-to-face gaming
needs. With the widest variety of games in central
Minnesota, our games range from Life, to Settlers of
Catan, to Magic: The Gathering, to Dungeons & Dragons.
We also carry painted and unpainted miniatures and all
the supplies. Our gaming area allows for open gaming,
tournaments, and other events.
The Paper Collector • 8-j
26 N. 7th Ave. • 320-251-2171
[email protected]
www.papercollectormn.com •
Ad page 53
M-F 9:30-6, Sat. 9:30-5. Custom framer and art gallery.
26 years downtown! Extensive collection of limited
edition prints, posters, collectible paper and postcards.
Revolution Cycle & Ski• 6-k
160 29th Ave. S., St. Cloud
320-251-2453 • www.revolutionarycycleandski.com
See ad page 57
The St. Cloud area’s newest and most knowledgeable
bicycle and nordic ski shop. With over 25 years
experience, we are the experts. We service all makes
and models. Better yet, we are locally owned and
operated.
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st. cloud floral • 9-j
515 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud
(next to Mexican Village) • 320-251-3093
1-800-251-3093 • www.stcloudfloral.com
Ad page 53
St. Cloud Floral, established in 1912. Mon.-Fri. 8
a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Wedding experts. The
freshest flowers for any occasion, blooming and green
plants, custom design. We deliver! Major credit cards
accepted.
Scheels • 4-j
40 N. Waite Ave. Waite Park (Crossroads Center)
320.252.9494 • scheels.com • Ad page 3
Minnesota’s Largest All Sports Store. Shop Minnesota’s
largest selection of top-brand athletic, hunting, fishing
and outdoor sports gear and apparel at Scheels. Explore
many unique store-within-a-store specialty shops
including a Premium Gun Room and the Gift Lodge filled
with a beautiful collection of sport, outdoor gifts and
home accessories.
STONE CRAFTERS • west of 1-l
25940 99th Ave., St. Cloud (Hwy. 23 West)
320-251-4111 • www.stonecraftersinc.com • Ad page 13
Discover The World of Granite! Granite items for sale,
including our popular granite coasters. Granite and
marble tiles, countertops, furniture, vanities and more.
Showroom and shop tours. Groups welcome!
Village Gifts • 5-k
2934 W. Division St., St. Cloud (Behind Red Lobster)
320-251-2739 • Ad page 49
Village Gifts offers a unique array of gift items suitable
for every occasion including: collectibles, wildlife,
religious items, Minnesota souvenirs, candles, cards,
jewelry, wedding & anniversary items, home decor, and
Webkinz. These are just a few of many giftware items
available. Open Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 10
a.m.-6 p.m.
Village Pharmacy & Gifts • 8-g
108 2nd Ave. S., Sauk Rapids (Across from Coborn’s
Superstore) • 320-252-1303 • Ad page 49
Village Pharmacy and Gifts fulfills all your prescription
needs. They also offer a large gift gallery including:
collectibles, religious items, Webkinz, seasonal giftware,
cards, home decor, jewelry, wedding & anniversary items
and much more. Open Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Sat.-Sun.
9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Antiques & Collectibles
Alice’s Attic • ♥MN map pg. 90
30872 Nature Rd., Royalton, MN 56373 • 14 miles east of
Royalton on Cty. Rd. 26/Nature Rd.
320-355-2580 • Ad page 49
Located in a beautiful farm setting.Browse 5 shops full
of antiques, vintage furniture and primitives. Open 3rd
weekend of month, April-October.
Gypsy Lea’s • 8-f
115 Division St., Sauk Rapids
320-251-4019 • www.GypsyLeas.com
Ad page 47
An Event You’ll Never Want to Miss! Something for
every mood, room, and decor!
The paper collector • 8-j
26 N. 7th Ave. • 320-251-2171
[email protected]
www.papercollectormn.com
Ad page 53
M-F 9:30-6, Sat. 9:30-5. Custom framer and art gallery.
26 years downtown! Extensive collection of limited edition prints, posters, collectible paper and postcards.
Paramount Gallery • 8-j
Ads pages 21 & 53
Featuring regional Minnesota artists.
Markets
Mi Famiglia Ristoranté • 8-j
912 Regency Plaza
912 West St. Germain St., St. Cloud
320-217-6000 • www.mifamiglia.com
Ads pages 41 & 53
Italian Market features fresh imported Italian foods and
dry goods.
Relax After Shopping
Yo’s Clinic • 5-d
311 3rd Ave. N., Sartell, MN 56377 • 320-252-2442
www.yosclinic.com • Ad pages 51 and 79
If you are looking for the best massage of your life, you
will find it at Yo’s. Trained in both China and the United
States, we have over 20 years of experience. Choose
from Chinese or Swedish Massage, Acupressure,
Position Release, Reflexology and Ear Candling. Open
Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., gift certificates and evening
appointments available.
Winery
Millner Heritage Vineyard & Winery
32025 MN Hwy. 15, Kimball, MN 55353
(Located 7 miles S. of Kimball or 8 miles N. of Dassel
on MN Hwy. 15) • 320-398-2081
www.MillnerHeritage.com • ♥MN Ad page 95
European Style Winery offering riding vineyard tours,
winery tours, and wine tasting. Wine sales by the
bottle or glass, plus gift shop. Panoramic view of 9 acre
producing vineyard. Indoor and outdoor events. Focus
on high quality wines from regional grapes. Family
owned and operated. “Experience the Culture, Enjoy the
Wine!”
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Sports & Recreation
Shopping
Gruber’s Quilt Shop
320.252.2442
www.yosclinic.com
311 3rd Avenue N., Sartell, MN
Trained in China and U.S.A. • Professional Massage Since 1990
Angela & Jeremy
Olson
Tuina (Deep Medical Massage) | Swedish Oil Massage
Position Release | Acupressure | Ear Candling
Foot Reflexology | Raindrop Therapy | Gift Certificates
“I’ve experienced massage all over the world and the best I’ve found is right here in
Sartell with Jeremy and Angela of Yo’s Clinic!” —Lois B., St. Cloud, MN
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New & Used CDs, DVDs, LPs
Clothing • Jewelry • Posters
Upscale dining featuring
steak & seafood, plus burgers,
cocktails & live music!
Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
Sat. 9 a.m.-8 p.m. • Sun. 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
320-253-0655
28 S 5th Ave., St. Cloud, MN 56301
www.efetus.com
320-251-2569
18 S. 5th Ave., St. Cloud
www.dbsearles.com
Martini Lounge
Outdoor Smoking Deck
Pub • Game Room
Live Bands
320-251-4047
11 5th Ave. S., St. Cloud
www.RedCarpetNightClub.com
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Luxurious Suites
404 W Saint Germain St.
St. Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 654-1661
www.radisson.com/stcloudmn.com
St. Cloud’s
largest used
bookstore!
607 W. St. Germain
320-259-7959
www.booksrevisited.com
Paper Collector
Great Food, Art,
Wine and Friends
• Freshly made pizzas, soups, paninis and sweets
• Hand-picked wine and beer
• Local coffee
320-252-7125
921 W. St. Germain St.
Historic Downtown
Antiques • Prints • Postcards
Posters • Picture Framing
320-251-2171
26 N. 7th Ave., St. Cloud
www.papercollectormn.com
Four Floors of the
Most Elegant Space
in St. Cloud
Fresh Flowers, Custom Design,
Wedding Experts!
320-251-3093
515 W. St. Germain • St. Cloud
(Next to Mexican Village)
www.stcloudfloral.com
Thai Restaurant
800 W. St. Germain • Downtown St. Cloud
Thai It.
You’ll Like It.
mTaste of Downtown
Through the Arts 6-11-10
mTaste of Downtown
Through History 6-12-10
Exquisite Dining • Italian Market
Grand Courtyard Mezzanine • Catering
Two Ballrooms with Outside Decks
mTaste of Downtown
Through Food Sept. 2010
For more information
contact the St. Cloud
Downtown Council!
820 W. St. Germain • 320-257-8600
www.stclouddowntown.com
“The exquisite blend of subtle
spices and rich flavor.”
912 The Regency on West St. Germain
Across from the Paramount Theatre
320-217-6000 • www.mifamiglia.com
Escape
the Ordinary...
320-202-9068
619 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud
(Radio City Music Mall)
Unique handcrafted
items by local artists
and artisans.
Featuring
20th Century
Antiques!
Open
Mon.-Sat or
by chance or
appointment
619 W Saint Germain Street
St. Cloud, Minnesota
www.antiquesgallerysc.com
Handcrafted Soups,
Sandwiches and Entrees
Daily Happy Hour Featuring
Great Chicken Wings
320-257-7775
809 W. St. Germain St., St Cloud
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(320) 240-1454
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St. Cloud’s Premier Shopping Destination
The Grande Depot houses two unique stores within a warm and friendly atmosphere.
Whether shopping áccentric for home décor or gourmet food, or browsing the great selection
of wines within cork&cask, you’re sure to have a grande experience.
Gift Cards Available!
www.thegrandedepot.com
8318 State Hwy. 23 West • St. Cloud • 888-267-5510
Join our
VIP Club!
Truly a local treasure, Quarry Park and Nature Preserve (formerly known as “Hundred Acres Quarry”) is the largest park
in the
Stearns Park
County Parks System. The 643-acre park is a fascinating look at the early granite industry in the Central
Quarry
Lakes area, and it is a haven for those who love the outdoors. Natural features include scenic woodlands, open
prairie, wetlands, and unquarried bedrock areas, with many trails winding throughout the park. Plant life includes
everything from oaks and aspens to yellow ladyslippers, Indian paintbrush and prickly pear cactus. Man-made
features include sizeable hills composed of quarried rock remnants (grout piles) and 30 granite quarries, most of
which are now filled with water and form picturesque rock-fringed ponds – which are surprisingly clear and deep.
Hills afford spectacular views of the landscape and a new observation deck provides a unique perspective.
Vehicle parking permits can be purchased at the contact station or from the Stearns County Parks Department
(320-255-6172). Picnic, swim, hike, fish, bike or cross-country ski — Quarry Park will provide you hours of
enjoyment any time of year!
Central Minnesotans know how
to have fun all year long. You’re
welcome to join us on the links,
the slopes, or whatever other
field of play suits your style. You’ll
find a variety of recreational
opportunities listed in this section.
Lake
Wobegon
Trail.
Superb
local
golfing.
Ella and Stella
visit the St. Cloud
River Bats.
Auto Racing
GOLDEN SPIKE SPEEDWAY • 12-e
2540 Golden Spike Rd. NE, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379
(1-1/2 miles E of Hwy. 10 on Golden Spike Rd.)
320-251-9917
Start your engines and race over to this speedway, just
outside of Sauk Rapids. Open Memorial Day to Labor
Day on Sunday nights, 5 p.m. Baseball
ST. CLOUD RIVER BATS • 4-i
320-240-9798 • www.riverbats.com
The 2010 season marks the St. Cloud River Bats 14th
year in the Northwoods League. The Northwoods
League is the premier summer collegiate baseball league
featuring players from around the country. The league
is comprised of 14 teams. The River Bats combine an
outstanding level of baseball with wholesome family
entertainment.
Biking
City bike trails are marked along Clearwater Road and
also throughout Whitney Park. Take in the scenery of our
country roads west of St. Cloud. The Beaver Islands Trail
is St. Cloud’s first designated off-road biking and walking
trail. A little over 3 miles long, this trail follows along
the west side of the Mississippi River from the St. Cloud
Civic Center, downtown St. Cloud to 33rd St. S. Call
320-255-7216 for information. Also, during June biking
enthusiasts participate in the Tour of Saints bike tour.
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lake Wobegon Trail • ♥MN map pg. 82
Stearns County Parks Dept. 320-255-6172
www.lakewobegontrails.com
Revolution Cycle & Ski • 6-k
160 29th Ave. S., St. Cloud • 320-251-2453
www.revolutionarycycleandski.com • See ad page 57
The St. Cloud area’s newest and most knowledgeable
bicycle and nordic ski shop. With over 25 years
experience, we are the experts. We service all makes
and models. Better yet, we are locally owned and
operated.
BMX Racing
Pineview Park BMX • 2-j
Pineview Park BMX is a bicycle race track located in
Industrial West (Take Veterans Dr. (8th St. N) west from
Hwy. 15 and turn left onto Ridgewood Rd. Follow blue
signs to track) • Track phone 320-230-7820
www. pineviewparkbmx.com
A fast growing family oriented sport for boys and girls
ages 4 and up. Races sanctioned by the American
Bicycle Association (ABA). A National caliber track run
by the friendliest volunteers in the country awaits you.
Check us out on the web or come watch as spectating
is FREE!
Bowling
Bowling can be enjoyed all year, of course, but the lanes
really heat up with league action in the fall and winter.
Area bowlers can choose from a number of alleys.
ATWOOD RECREATION CENTER • 9-k
St. Cloud State University • 320-308-4636
El Paso club • ♥MN map pg. 82
200 2nd Ave. N.W. on Cty. Rd. 75, St. Joseph
320-363-4345
Granite BowL • 7-j
1740 W. St. Germain, St. Cloud • 320-251-2410
16 lanes, bar, grill, game room and bumper bowl. Granite BowL South • 8-o
1222 33rd St. S., St. Cloud
320-253-7414
24 lanes, bumper bowl, corporate parties.
GREAT RIVER BOWL • 7-d
208 Second St. S., Sartell, MN 56377 • 320-253-2910
VILO LANES • 4-l
310 Sundial Drive, Waite Park • 320-252-5644
Climbing Wall
Outdoor endeavors, St. Cloud State
University • 9-k
320-308-3772
Outdoor Endeavors is located in the SCSU Student
Recreation Center in the south end of Halenbeck Hall,
directly across from the Mountain Dew Xtreme Climbing
Wall.
Cross-country Skiing
Discover the serene silence of the woods in the
wintertime. And what better way to enjoy this quiet
winterscape than silently slicing through the snow on a
pair of cross-country skis. You’ll find a number of trails to
choose from throughout the area.
Gray Stone Trail (Reformatory Trail) • 11-l
1/2 mile W. of U.S. Hwy. 10 on Co. Rd. 30 (also named
Minnesota Blvd.)
Novice-expert, skating with single classical track. Open
Nov. 1-Mar. 1. The trail is across from the Minnesota
Correctional Facility’s main entrance. Be sure to park
only in area behind the big white barn. Minnesota State
Pass required.
Mississippi River Park • ♥MN map pg. 90
Novice, classical. No pass required.
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Quarry Park • 3-m
See page 55
Lighted, also has a skating trail. Park pass required.
Riverside Park • 10-k
Novice-expert, classical and skating trails. No pass required.
Warner Lake •♥MN map pg. 90
Novice-expert, classical only. No pass required.
Wildwood Trail • ♥MN map pg. 82
St. Joseph
Novice-expert, classical only. (MN state pass required).
Nordic Ski Club races at Gray Stone: For more information call Phil Rogosheske (320252-7291) or check your local ski retailers for a Central Minnesota Nordic Trail Guide.
Facilities
BERNICK’S PEPSI ARENA • 3-k
1109 1st St. S., Sartell • 320-240-9233
Open skating, skate rental. Call for hours.
HALENBECK HALL • 9-k
St. Cloud State University • 320-308-3325 • www.stcloudstate.edu/campusrec
A multi-purpose facility which offers fitness opportunities including aquatics and
intramural sports. Call for more information. NATIONAL HOCKEY CENTER • 9-k
St. Cloud State University campus: 1204 Fourth Ave. S.
320-308-3325 (events, tickets, etc.) • www.stcloudstate.edu/campusrec
Two olympic-size ice sheets with a main seating capacity of 6,000 for exciting WCHA action.
ST. CLOUD STATE UNIVERSITY SPORTS FACILITIES/ CAMPUS RECREATION • 9-k
St. Cloud State University. 720 4th Ave. S, Halenbeck Hall, Office 102, St. Cloud, MN 56301
320-308-3325 • www.stcloudstate.edu/campusrec
St. Cloud State University offers some of the finest sports and recreation facilities in the
upper midwest. Our 4,400 seat multi-purpose stadium will accommodate collegiate and
high school field sports on a state-of-the-art artificial field. In the winter an inflatable
dome covers the surface. Public rental of the sports facilities is available. SPORTS ARENA EAST • 9-h
320-252-0508 • www.sportsarenaeast.com
Multi-use arena with open hockey and skating hours.
THE MUNICIPAL ATHLETIC COMPLEX (MAC) • 3-h
This multi-purpose facility is located on the north side of St. Cloud on 8th Street at
5001 Eighth Street North (Veterans Drive) • 320-255-7223
Veterans Public Golf Course 320-255-7273 • www.stcloudmac.com
The MAC existing facilities include: Dick Putz Field, a 2,500 seat, lighted facility and
Dave Torrey Arena, total capacity of 2,000 people, standard size ice surface. The Ritsche
Arena has a capacity of 400 people. The Joe Faber Field is now a 2,000 person stadium.
Also includes a new sports deck with 400 seats and 100 seats above each dugout.
Executive Veterans Public Golf Course.
Whitney Recreation Center • 7-g
1529 Northway Dr., St. Cloud, MN 56303 • 320-255-7256
Three indoor regulation basketball courts, five volleyball courts and ninth-of-a-mile
suspended walking track with adjunct fitness room.
Fall colors
Central Minnesota’s lush green woods turn into a breathtaking mix of colors every autumn.
Check out a number of different vantage points for fall color viewing, including the Central
Lakes area, the woods surrounding St. John’s University, and the Great River Road.
Directions from North: Take Hwy. 15 to
8th St. N and turn right. Cross bridge and turn
left at lights. Follow blue signs to track.
Directions from South: From I-94 take
Hwy. 15 exit N. to St. Cloud. Follow Hwy. 15 to
8th St. N. and turn left at lights. Follow blue
signs to track.
See
St. Cloud
map.
1-e
Home course of nationally-ranked
BMX champion, Alise Post.
Directions from east: Take Hwy. 23 to Hwy. 15 and turn right. Cross bridge and
turn left at lights. Follow blue signs to track.
Directions from West: From I-94 take St. Joseph exit (left exit) onto Co. Rd. 75.
At third light (Co. Rd. 134) take a left and follow blue signs to track.
A popular activity for the whole family,
geocaching is an entertaining adventure
game for gps users. Participants check the To find out more about
internet for location coordinates to find
geocaching and gps devices,
rewarding caches that have been hidden by visit www.geocaching.com.
organizations and individuals.
There are basically only three rules:
1. Take something from the cache;
2. Leave something in the cache;
3. Write about it in the logbook
Local zip codes to enter for a list
of hundreds of local caches are:
St. Cloud 56301, 56303 & 56304
Sauk Rapids 56379
Sartell 56377
Waite Park 56387
Millstream Park • ♥MN map pg. 82 St. Joseph, MN • 18 holes
Fall Sporting Events
Mississippi River Park • ♥MN map pg. 90 St. Stephen, MN • 12 holes
Cheer on the NCAA Division II St. Cloud State University Huskies at Husky Stadium
(320-308-2137) or the NCAA Division III powerhouse St. John’s University Johnnies at
Clemens Stadium (320-363-2595). Fall also is the season for exciting women’s volleyball
action at St. Cloud State University (320-308-3102) and the College of Saint Benedict
(320-363-5301). Call for schedules and game times.
Morning Star Park • ♥MN map pg. 94 Eden Valley, MN • 9 holes
Pleasantview/Clearwater Regional Park • ♥MN map pg. 94
Annandale, MN • 12 holes
RIVER’S EDGE PARK • 2-j Waite Park, MN • 9 holes
Riverside Park • 10-k 1725 SE Kilian Blvd., St. Cloud • 18 holes
Frisbee disc Golf
Becker City Park • ♥MN map pg. 90 Becker, MN • 18 holes
Benton Beach • ♥MN map pg. 90 St. Cloud, MN • 18 holes
Calvary Hill • 7-l Cooper Ave. and Traverse Rd., St. Cloud • 18 holes
Hidden Lake • St. Augusta, MN • 18 holes
North PARK • Albany, MN • 18 holes
NORTHSIDE PARK • 3-i Sartell, MN • 12 holes
Sportsmans Hill • ♥MN map pg. 90 Clearwater, MN • 18 holes
Golf
A favorite pastime of many, the Central Lakes area has a number of courses that are on
par with many courses in larger cities. Here’s a list of just some of the area links:
Albany Golf Club • ♥MN map pg. 82
500 Church Ave., P.O. Box 338, Albany MN, 56307
320-845-2505 • www.albanygc.com
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ANGUSHIRE GOLF COURSE • 4-k
224 Waite Ave. S., St. Cloud, 56301
320-251-9619
www.angushiregolf.com
Blackberry Ridge Golf Club • 4-a
3125 Clubhouse Rd., Sartell, MN 56377 • 320-257-GOLF
www.blackberryridgegolf.com • Golf Page 62
Boulder Ridge Golf Club • 5-k
1-1/2 miles S. of Walmart on Co. Rd. 74, St. Cloud, MN
320-259-7944 • Ad page 62
Close to area hotels. City View Golf Course • ♥MN map pg. 86
15055 Hummingbird Ln., Cold Spring, MN 56320
320-685-7000
Eagle trace Golfers club • ♥MN map pg. 90
1100 Main St., Clearwater, MN 55320
1-800-842-4386 • www.eagletracegolf.com
Ad page 62
18 championship holes along the Mississippi River.
Home sites. Meeting Rooms. Groups welcome. Make
your tee time Eagle Trace.
Beebe Lake Regional Park
6 mi. E. of Buffalo on Wright Co. Rd. 34
763-682-7383 • www.co.wright.mn.us
Swimming Beach • Shelter • Picnic Area
Hiking Trails • Sand Volleyball Court
Horseshoes • Restrooms
Group Camping & Fishing
Big Birch Lake Campground Beach
6 mi. N. of Melrose–bordering Big Birch Lake
(Near Freeport) • www.birchlakervpark.com
Swimming Beach • Shelter • Picnic Area
Barbeque Pits, Boat Launch
Changing Area/Restrooms
Clearwater/Pleasant Regional Park
1 mi. N. of Annandale off State Hwy. 24
& Wright Co. Rd. 39
763-682-7383 • www.co.wright.mn.us
Swimming Beach • Shelter • Hiking Trails
Picnic Area • Fishing Pier
Sand Volleyball Court
Horseshoes • Restrooms
Lake Koronis Regional Park beach
5 mi. S.W. of Paynesville on the S. shore of
Lake Koronis • 320-276-8843
Swimming Beach • Picnic Shelters
Observation Tower • Boat Launch • Nature Trail
Playground • Campground
Quarry Park & Nature Preserve
7th St. S./Co. Rd. 137 in Waite Park
320-255-6172 • www.co.stearns.mn.us
Hiking/Mountain Biking Trails • Swimming
Fishing Ponds • Scuba Diving
Spunk Lake Beach
3 blocks W. of the Lake Wobegon Trailhead Park
in Avon, S. of Stearns Co. Rd. 54 • 320-356-7922
Swimming Beach • Changing House/Restrooms
Picnic Area at Lake Wobegon Trail
veterans Memorial Beach Park
1/2 mi. S. of State Hwy. 55, W. of
Old Lake Rd. in Paynesville
Swimming Beach • Picnic Shelters
Picnic Tables • Barbeque Sites • Boat Launch
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Warner Lake Park
5 mi. S. of St. Augusta, off Stearns Co. Rd. 143
320-255-6172 • www.co.stearns.mn.us
Swimming Beach • Fishing Pier • Picnic Tables
Hiking Trails • Shelter • Nature Center
Group Camping • Boat Launch
Prairie Restoration Site • Playground
Territory Golf Club • 11-a
480 55th Ave. S.E., St. Cloud, MN 56304 • 320-258-4653
www.territorygc.com • Ad page 62
Territory Golf Club is St. Cloud’s newest 18-hole
championship course. All carts have GPS. The Coyote
Moon Grille is a full service bar/restaurant. Banquet
facility holds up to 230 people. Meeting room available.
VETERANS GOLF COURSE • 3-i
5001 Eighth St. N., St. Cloud • 320-255-7273
www.stcloudmac.com
Par 3, nine holes, open to the public. WAPICADA GOLF Club • east of 12-h
4 miles E. of St. Cloud on Hwy. 23 • 320-251-7804
www.wapicada.com
WHISPERING PINES 18-hole
GOLF COURSE • ♥MN map pg. 94
Annandale, MN. 1/4 mile N. of Hwy. 55 on Cty. Rd. 6
or 2 miles S. of Hwy. 24 on Cty. Rd. 6 • 320-274-8721
18 hole championship course. 23 mi. S. of St. Cloud.
Golf: Indoor
GreyStone Golf Club • ♥MN map pg. 82
5 miles north of I-94 on Hwy. 71 in Sauk Centre
1-877-350-8849 • www.greystonegc.net
Ad page 62
A public facility designed by Tom Lehman. Located
next to Big Sauk Lake. Scottish links style course with
five holes in wooded areas. Beautiful land, big water
hazards, rolling hills and 58 bunkers. Suitable to all
types of golfers, four sets of tees and big greens to test
all your golf skills.
Golf Source • 4-k
500 Sundial Dr., Waite Park, MN 56387
320-654-6423 • www.golfsource.us
Kimball Golf Club • ♥MN map pg. 94
15 min. S. of St. Cloud on Hwy. 15
320-398-2285 • www.kimballgolf.com
Coupons Page 62 & ♥MN page 95
Horseback Riding
Koronis Hills Golf Club • ♥MN map pg. 86
29757 State Hwy. 23 • P.O. Box 55, Paynesville, MN 56362
320-243-4111 • 1-877-399-2558
www.koronishillsgolf.com
Coupon Page 62 & ♥MN Ad page 88
Beautiful 18 hole course. It’s worth the trip to see the
17th hole. Lynx National Golf Course • ♥MN map pg. 82
40204 Primrose Ln., Sauk Centre, MN 56378
320-352-0242 • www.lynxnationalgolf.com
18-hole golf course.
OAK HILL GOLF COURSE • north of 7-a
Nine miles north of junction East Hwy. 23 and Hwy. 10
320-259-8969 • www.oakhillgolfclub.com
PEBBLE CREEK GOLF COURSE • ♥MN map pg. 90
14000 Club House Drive, Becker, MN (20 mi. E. of
St. Cloud on Hwy. 10) • 763-261-4653
www.pebblecreekgolf.com
Pine Ridge Golf Club • 3-b
Located on Pinecone Rd. in Sartell
320-259-0551 • Ad page 62
Scenic 9-hole course.
RICH SPRING GOLF CLUB • ♥MN map pg. 86
17467 Fairway Circle, Cold Spring, MN 56320
320-685-8810 • www.richspringgolf.com
RIVER OAKS GOLF COURSE • ♥MN map pg. 86
23742 County Road 2, Cold Spring • 320-685-4138
Eighteen holes. ST. CLOUD COUNTRY CLUB • south of 9-o
Montrose and Greenock Road • 320-253-1331
www.stcloudcountryclub.com
SOUTHBROOK GOLF CLUB • ♥MN map pg. 94
P.O. Box 156, 511 Morrison Ave. S., Annandale, MN 55302
320-274-2341 • www.southbrookgolf.com
18-hole championship course.
Hiking
EL RANCHO MAñANA CAMPGROUND, RIDING
STABLE & RECREATIONAL AREA • ♥MN map pg. 86
27302 Ranch Rd., Richmond, MN 56368
Call for reservations 320-597-2740 www.camperm.com
Campgrounds page 30 • ♥MN Ad page 87
EL RANCHO MANANA CAMPGROUND, RIDING
STABLE & RECREATIONAL AREA • ♥MN map pg. 86
27302 Ranch Rd., Richmond, MN 56368
Call for reservations 320-597-2740 • www.camperm.com
Campgrounds page 32, grid page 34 • ♥MN Ad page 87
Saddle up! Find 1,208 acres on Long Lake for horseback
riding, hayrides, camping, and 25 miles of scenic walking
and mountain bike trails. Ice Fishing
Yes, it’s true, Minnesotans actually do enjoy ice fishing.
You’ll know this is the case the next time you’re driving by
a frozen lake and see tiny (some not so tiny) shacks dotting
the landscape. Care to try it yourself? Central Minnesota
has a wide variety of lakes that are perfect for wintertime
angling. For information, call the DNR at 1-800-766-6000,
or stop by any area bait shop. Stay warm!
Jogging & Walking
St. Cloud has a variety of settings for runners and
walkers, including Riverside Drive in east St. Cloud,
Whitney Park, Heritage Park, Lake George, an array of
country roads and the Beaver Islands Trail system. A
new scenic leg of the Beaver Islands Trail expands the
trail along the Mississippi River from St. Cloud State
University to Downtown St. Cloud. Like the current trail,
the new paved portion will be open to walkers, bikers,
rollerbladers and cross country skiers.
Clearwater Travel plaza trail
Run • ♥MN map pg. 90
Warner Lake County Park • 320-252-7291
COLLEGEVILLE & SAINT JOHN’S UNIVERSITY
NATURE TRAIL • ♥MN map pg. 82
Park near the church at Saint John’s University,
Collegeville • Information/tours 320-363-3163
www.csbsju.edu/arboretum
Woodsy nature trails in the forest on the east side of
Lake Sagatagan. Prairie and wetlands boardwalk trail
available off entrance road. An abundance of wildlife.
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St. Cloud’s Historic District
Walking Tour • 8-j
Downtown St. Cloud
St. Cloud Convention and Visitors Bureau 320-251-4170
St. Cloud Downtown Council 320-257-8600
www.ci.stcloud.mn.us/Planning/Downtown.aspx
For a look back at St. Cloud during the mid-1800s to the
early 1900s, stroll by 21 historic buildings included on the
Historic Walking Tour. All of the buildings shown in the
tour guide are located in the Downtown area of St. Cloud.
Each site is described in the guide. Copies of the walking
guide are available at the St. Cloud Convention and Visitors
Bureau and the St. Cloud Downtown Council. MP3 tours
now offered via internet download or for checkout at the
Planning and Zoning office at City Hall.
St. Cloud River Runners
www.scrr.org
Looking for someone to run with? The St. Cloud River
Runners Club invites you to join us on our group runs.
Check out our website for the running schedule and
contact information.
Mini Golf
Summerland • east of 12-i
2 miles east on Hwy. 23, St. Cloud, MN 56301
320-251-0940 • See ad page 13; coupon page 98
St. Cloud’s most unique theme park. New 18-hole
Championship Adventure Mini Golf. Paintball
Crossfire Paintball
320-253-5630 • 888-253-5630
www.crossfire-paintball.com/stcloud.php Parks & Trails
For information see Parks Grid on page 14.
BEAVER ISLANDS TRAIL
See Jogging & Walking section for more information
Three miles along the Mississippi River.
Crane Meadows National Wildlife
Refuge • ♥MN map pg. 90
Located 6 mi. S.E. of Little Falls, MN 56345
The refuge offers a scenic 3.7 mi. hiking/cross-country
skiing trail that follows along the banks of the Platte
River to the edge of Rice Lake and through tall grass
prairies. The trail is divided into three loops and provides
wildlife observation and photography.
HERITAGE PARK • 5-k
320-255-7255
Visit the nature center or walk along any of the 3.4 miles
of trails. The center offers children hands-on learning
opportunities while the walk provides environmental
points of interest. Plus, it is a great place for beginning
cross-country skiers. In the Bend in the River Regional Park
Located 1.4 mi. S. of Rice on River Rd. (Co. Rd. 55)
289 acre park. Hiking trail runs S. from historic farmhouse
along the top of Mississippi.
LAKE GEORGE • 8-j
Whitney Rec. Center 320-255-7256
This scenic, urban lake setting offers residents and
visitors a chance to skip a stone, spike a volleyball,
dunk a basketball, or simply stroll around the lake. And
back by popular demand and supported by business
sponsorships, you can rent paddleboats. Call for seasonal
hours and cost.
lake wobegon® regional trail • ♥MN map pg. 82
320-255-6172 • www.lakewobegontrails.com
Lake Wobegon® Trail can be used for hiking, biking,
roller blading and snowmobiling. In Stearns County, this
unique 61 mile trail as well as its name, Lake Wobegon®,
is a part of Central Minnesota’s good natured, fun loving
history. We believe in preserving our heritage & are
proud of it. We invite you to visit us & share our passion
for Lake Wobegon® & its trail.
Area Lakes
Quarry Park And Nature Preserve • 3-m
320-255-6172 • www.co.stearns.mn.us • See page 55
At 643 acres, Quarry Park was developed at the site of
30 abandoned granite quarries in Waite Park. Swimming
area, hiking and nature trails, observation deck on a rock
pile 55’ above surroundings, mountain bike routes, rock
climbing, four miles of groomed, lighted cross-country
ski trails, scuba diving (through local dive shops) and
rainbow trout and bass fishing. These historic granite
quarries preserve views of cut rock walls created by
hand drilling and sweat. Fee charged. River Bluffs Regional Park
E. of Cty. Rd. 75 off 33rd St.
Connected to Fire Station #5. Public restroom within the
fire station.
Sports & Recreation
lake Wobegon Trail • ♥MN map pg. 82
320-255-6172 • www.lakewobegontrails.com
RIVERSIDE PARK • 10-k
While this park becomes a haven for cross-country skiers
and ice skaters in the wintertime, it also offers a variety
of spring and summer recreational opportunities: splash
park, tennis courts, playground, disc golf course, and a
whole lot more.
SAINT JOHN’S ABBEY & UNIVERSITY NATURE
TRAIL • ♥MN map pg. 82
Call Saint John’s Arboretum at 320-363-3163
www.csbsju.edu/arboretum
Explore roughly 12 miles of trail through prairie, forests,
and wetlands at Saint John’s Arboretum. Trails in the
forest on the east side of Lake Sagatagan. Prairie and
wetlands boardwalk trail available off entrance road.
Visitor parking is available near the Abbey church. No
pets allowed.
Sand Prairie Wildlife Management &
Environmental Education area • 12-l
Off Hwy. 10 and Minnesota Blvd., St. Cloud • 320255-4279
700 acres of prairies, wetlands and woodlands. Hiking,
birding, and cross-country skiing. Observation deck.
SEBERGER PARK • 7-j
2001 2nd St. N • 320-255-7216
Seberger Park is an interactive water facility. The play
area features a water slide, tumble buckets and water
geysers. The facility offers zero-depth entry, large fun
umbrellas, plenty of deck space as well as a small grassy
hill for sunbathers. Lifeguards are on duty. Pool capacity
is 300.
SHERBURNE NATIONAL WILDLIFE
REFUGE • ♥MN map pg. 90
Hwy. 95 east to Mille Lacs. County Road 7 south
(Sherburne County 5) to County 9 east two miles to
headquarters • 763-389-3323
www.fws.gov/midwest/sherburne
Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge is a mixture of oak
savanna and wetland habitats which create an excellent
area for wildlife. Activities include hiking trails, an auto
tour route, special events, wildlife observation, fishing,
hunting, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
Pools
Autumn Ridge Splash Pad Water Park • 11-e
2270 Park View Ln. N.E., Sauk Rapids
1-8 p.m. Free.
Bob cross Park wading pool • 9-f
1st St. S. and 10th Ave. S., Sauk Rapids
1-8 p.m. Free. Lifeguard on duty.
Celebration Park • 2-b
930 Celebration Cir., Sartell
Wading pool. Noon-7 p.m. Free. Lifeguard on duty.
Central Lakes Gas & Bait
320-685-3583
216 Red River Ave., Cold Spring
Mike’s Bait & Tackle
320-453-2248
169 Meeker Ave. E, Eden Valley
Richmond Marine & Sports
320-597-2214 • Hwy. 23, Richmond
St. Joseph Bait Shop
320-363-7272
27 W. Birch St., St. Joseph
JM Speedstop-Sauk Rapids (Bait)
320-251-3399
502 Benton Dr. N, Sauk Rapids
Southside Truck Stop
320-597-2173 • Hwy. 23, Richmond
Stop Light Bait
320-255-9689 • 45 8th Ave. SE, St. Cloud
No boat? That’s no problem...
Even if you don’t have a boat, there are a
few shore fishing opportunities available
in the St. Cloud area at the following lakes
and rivers:
Horseshoe Chain
Richmond & Cold Spring–20 lakes and
streams.
Middle Spunk Lake
Avon–fishing pier at the southern end of
the lake.
Kings Lake
Freeport–public access route towards the
southern end.
Carnelian Lake
Maine Prairie–dock on lake road off Cty.
Rd. 55.
Sauk River
Rockville–fishing platform in Rockville.
Mississippi River
St. Cloud–below the Dam near the 10th
St. bridge.
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Centennial • 7-i
1725 Centennial Dr., St. Cloud
Wading pool. 1-4 p.m. & 5-8 p.m. Free. Lifeguard on duty.
Produce acres • ♥MN map pg. 86
25704 Co. Rd. 50, Cold Spring, MN 56320
320-685-3257 • www.produceacres.com
Hester • 8-h
920 6th Ave. N., St. Cloud
Wading pool. 1-4 p.m. & 5-8 p.m. Free. Lifeguard on duty.
rum River Orchard • east of 12-h
Milaca, MN • 612-240-7973
SLEEPY HOLLOW FARMS • ♥MN map pg. 94
St. Augusta, MN • 320-251-5112
Lake George Municipal Complex at
Eastman Park • 8-j
7th St., St. Cloud
Splash pad. 1-4 p.m. & 5-8 p.m. Free.
STUMPF’S PUMPKINS • ♥MN map pg. 94
Annandale, MN • 320-274-5886
Whitecomb Home Floral
Greenhouse & Nursery • east of 12-h
Princeton, MN • 763-389-1739
Riverside • 9-i
725 Kilian Blvd., St. Cloud
Splash pad. 1-4 p.m. & 5-8 p.m. Free.
SKATIN’ PLACE • 8-o
3302 Southway Drive, St. Cloud • 320-252-9768
Hit the roller rink for fun all year long. Snowmobiles have forever changed the winter
landscape—they’ve made winter fun! With marked
trails or roads that are designated by the Department
of Natural Resources as open to snowmobiles, the sport
can also be enjoyed safely. For state park, forest and
snowmobile trail maps, along with snow-cover reports,
call the DNR at 1-800-766-6000. www.dnr.state.mn.us
Skiing/Snowtubing
Tennis
EAGLE MOUNTAIN SNOW TUBING & CROSS
COUNTRY SKIING • ♥MN map pg. 82
33861 Breezy Dr., Burtrum, MN 56318 (13 mi. N of
Freeport), 40 miles NW of St. Cloud • 320-573-2222
www.eaglemountainge.com
Looking for winter fun? Tubing down the slopes of 1,462
ft. Eagle Mountain or cross-country skiing through the
surrounding hills and dales invigorates body and soul.
St. Cloud enjoys a national reputation for being a city that
nurtures tennis. You’ll find outdoor courts throughout the
city, or tennis enthusiasts can play all year-round indoors
at Gold’s Gym, 850 Pine Cone Rd., Sartell. 320-258-0133
or 320-654-9090. www.goldsgym.com. Open daily 6
a.m.-11 p.m. Call the St. Cloud Parks and Recreation
Department for information on outdoor tennis courts in
St. Cloud. 320-255-7216.
Skating
St. cloud Park • 9-i
415 3rd Ave. N.E., St. Cloud
Wading pool. 1-4 p.m. & 5-8 p.m. Free. Lifeguard on duty.
seberger • 6-j
2001 2nd St. N., St. Cloud
Wading pool. 1-4 p.m. & 5-8 p.m. $2 per day/$35 summer
pass. Lifeguard on duty.
Southside • 8-k
815 13th St. S., St. Cloud
Wading pool. 1-4 p.m. & 5-8 p.m. Free. Lifeguard on duty.
Watab Creek South park • 5-c
Riverside Ave. N, Sartell
Wading pool. Noon-7 p.m. Free. Lifeguard on duty.
Arctic Cat
Westwood • 3-i
720 Driftwood Dr., St. Cloud
Splash pad. 1-4 p.m. & 5-8 p.m. Free.
Seasonal Farms
A variety of area farms offer berry picking, apple
orchards, pumpkins and squash for visitors to “harvest”
for a small fee. These farms are great for a family outing,
and many add to the visit by providing petting zoos and
other activities. Here is a partial list:
Trap Range
DEL-TONE/LUTH GUN CLUB • 12-g
3322 12th St. SE, St. Cloud (near airport)
320-251-9873
www.del-tone-luth.com
Open all year. Largest in upper Midwest. Offers trap,
skeet, sporting clays, rifle and pistol ranges, archery
range. Campgrounds available. Tubing
A Maze’n Farmyard • ♥MN map pg. 94
3-1/2 mi. W. of Eden Valley on Hwy. 55 • 320-453-6901
www.amazenfarmyard.com • ♥MN Ad page 88 & 95
Children can see and touch about 50 different farm
animals. There is also a 19,000 sq. ft. maze, giant slide
and gift shop. Fun for all!
two rivers Campground &
Tubing • north of 7-a
Located just 18 miles north of St. Cloud on Hwy. 10
320-584-5125 • www.tworiverscampground.net
Ad page 35
Featuring one of Minnesota’s finest inner tube float trips!
Collegeville Orchards • ♥MN map pg. 82
15517 Fruit Farm Rd., St. Joseph, MN 56374
320-356-7609
Winter Sports
Stay warm each winter with exciting intercollegiate
sports at area colleges and universities. There are plenty
of teams to cheer on: men’s and women’s basketball
teams at St. Cloud State University, St. John’s University
and the College of Saint Benedict, as well as fast-paced
hockey action at the National Hockey Center at SCSU
with the nationally-ranked NCAA Division II Huskies.
Call for schedules: SCSU: 320-308-2137; SJU: 320-3632595; CSB: 320-363-5301.
EARTHBERRY FARM • ♥MN map pg. 94
Kimball, MN• 320-398-6252
Earthway Farms • ♥MN map pg. 94
15832 Co. Rd. 7, South Haven, MN 55382 • 320-236-7852
Tours by appointment only.
FairHaven Farm • ♥MN map pg. 94
313835 51st Ave., South Haven, MN • 320-236-7685
www.fairhaven-farm.com
Grayson’s Berryland • ♥MN map pg. 90
Clear Lake, MN • 320-743-3384
www.graysonsberryland.com
YMCA
J.Q Fruit Farm • east of 12-h
Princeton, MN • 612-389-2567 • www.jqfruitfarm.com
NELSON FARMS • south of ♥MN map pg. 94
Litchfield • 320-693-7750 • www.nelsonfarm.com
Snowmobiling
Windmill Orchard • ♥MN map pg. 82
Albany, MN • 320-845-2280
Rotary • 6-l
1507 Goettens Way, St. Cloud
Wading pool. 1-4 p.m. & 5-8 p.m. Free. Lifeguard on duty.
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Revolution Cycle & Ski • 6-k
160 29th Ave. S., St. Cloud • 320-251-2453
www.revolutioncycleandski.com • See ad page 57
The St. Cloud area’s newest and most knowledgeable
bicycle and nordic ski shop. With over 25 years experience,
we are the experts. We service all makes and models.
Better yet, we are locally owned and operated.
Tallakson’s Tree & Trout
Farm • ♥MN map pg. 90
Becker, MN • 952-474-7196
Pantown • 6-i
2815 9th St. N., St. Cloud
Wading pool. 1-4 p.m. & 5-8 p.m. Free. Lifeguard on duty.
K-Line Pumpkin Ranch • ♥MN map pg. 94
15545 35th Ave., South Haven, MN • 320-236-7534
POWDER RIDGE Winter Recreation
AREA • ♥MN map pg. 94
15015 93rd Ave., Kimball, MN 55353 (North of Kimball
on Hwy. 15) • 320-398-7200 • www.powderridge.com
Powder Ridge offers skiing, snowboarding, snowtubing.
15 runs, day and night skiing. Wild Chutes snow tubing
park is a great family activity. No special skill involved,
hands free tow. Call for information packet.
Snowmobiling.
ST. CLOUD AREA FAMILY YMCA • 7-h
1530 Northway Drive, St. Cloud, MN 56303
320- 253-2664 • www.scymca.org
Daily passes offered. Fitness center, pool, gymnasium
activities, raquetball, New Kids’ Gym Play Center and
much more. Check us out! Hours: Mon.-Fri. 5:15 a.m.10 p.m., Sat. 7 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. noon-6 p.m. Summers:
closed on Sun.
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Clinics
pharmacy &
miscellaneous
St. Cloud Hospital Emergency
Trauma Center • 7-h....................320-255-5656
St. Cloud Medical Group Express Care
Northwest • 5-g..............................320-529-4741
South • 8-o.....................................320-240-2170
St. Cloud Orthopedics • 7-h........320-259-4100
Cashwise Pharmacy • 4-k............320-259-1148
Walgreens-St. Cloud • 6-k...........320-251-9433
(Open 24 hours)
Walgreens-Waite Park • 4-k........320-251-0051
(Open 24 hours)
COFFEE
Group Friendly
Restaurants
Caribou Coffee
Crossroads • 4-j..............................320-252-2805
Division St. & 25th Ave. • 7-k...........320-202-1889
Corner Bean • 8-k.........................320-293-1740
Raddy’s Xpress • 3-j.....................320-258-8888
Starbucks • 4-k.............................320-251-6255
Veranda Coffee • 9-j....................320-203-0331
Ciatti’s Ristoranti • 8-j.................320-257-7900
Copper Lantern • 10-i..................320-252-0672
Granite City Food & Brew • 5-k.320-203-9000
Ground Round • 6-k.....................320-252-7321
House of Pizza • 8-j......................320-252-9300
Mexican Village
Downtown • 8-j............................320-252-7134
Old Chicago • 5-k.........................320-259-1103
Old Country Buffet • 5-k.............320-259-5422
Pizza Ranch • 4-k..........................320-203-8646
Sammy’s Pizza • 4-k.....................320-252-4540
Space Aliens • 3-k........................320-259-7670
StoneHouse Tavern
& Catering • W. of 1-j...................320-363-7222
websites
CSB Athletic Events
www.csbblazers.com
Granite Country Nightlife
www.granitecountrynightlife.com
MAC Events
www.stcloudmac.com/aevents.html
Outdoor Endeavors
www.stcloudstate.edu/campusrec/outdoorendeavors/
SJU Athletic Events
www.gojohnnies.com
SCSU Athletic Events
www.stcloudstate.edu/athletics
Delivery
Sports supply stores
Archery Country • 4-k..................320-253-4786
Dunham’s • 4-k.............................320-251-2511
Endurance Shop • 8-j...................320-252-5262
Fitzharris • 8-j...............................320-251-2844
Hockey Zone • 3-j, 5-k, 4-l............320-251-7012
Revolution Cycle & Ski • 6-k.......320-251-2453
Scheels • 4-j..................................320-252-9494
St. Cloud Area Convention & Visitors Bureau
Director of Sports & Special Events
320-202-6728 • Cell 320-260-0432
1-800-264-2940 ext. 128
[email protected]
Chinese Phoenix • 4-k.................320-255-1103
Erberts & Gerberts • 4-k, 8-j.......320-253-9963
The Green Mill • 8-j.....................320-259-6455
House of Pizza • 8-j......................320-252-9300
Luchiano’s Pizza-Waite Park • 4-j...320-230-2825
Luchiano’s Pizza-St. Cloud • 9-i......320-240-9515
Milio’s Sandwiches • 8-j..............320-203-1800
Pizza Hut West • 4-k.....................320-253-2368
Pizza Hut East • 8-k......................320-255-5500
Golf at the Ridges!
Come see
the changes!
Along the Mississippi!
1-800-842-4386
1100 Main St., Clearwater, MN 55320
Just off I-94
320-259-7944
We are located 1-1/2 miles S. of
Walmart on Co. Rd. 74 in St. Cloud, MN
Eagle Trace Golfers Club is an 18-hole championship
course located along the Mississippi River. Home
sites, lessons, practice facility, meeting rooms, bar
and grill. Groups are welcome! Make your Tee-Time at
www.eagletracegolf.com
Close to area Hotels!
320-259-0551
Located on Pinecone Rd.
in Sartell, MN
Newly Remodeled!
10 Minutes South
of St. cloud!
Scenic 9-hole courses with driving
ranges and beautiful indoor Taverns.
Central Minnesota’s Best Kept Secret!
320-398-2285
877-350-8849
5 miles north of
I-94 on US Hwy. 71
in Sauk Centre.
2800
A public facility designed by Tom Lehman. Located next to
Big Sauk Lake. Scottish links style course with five holes
in wooded areas. Beautiful land, big water hazards, rolling
hills and 58 bunkers. Suitable to all types of golfers, four
sets of tees and big greens to test all of your golf skills.
$
Located 15 minutes
south of St. Cloud
on Hwy. 15
18 holes
with 1/2 cart
Good weekdays and after 1 p.m. on weekends through 2010
season. Excludes Holidays.
Named 2008-2009 Golf Digest
“Best Places to Play”
One of the area’s most
beautiful courses!
www.greystonegc.net
2000 $3000
$
Best !
Value
9 holes
18 holes
with 1/2 cart with 1/2 cart
Coupon may be used Mon.-Fri. and weekends after 3 p.m.
Offer good through 2010 season.
320-258-4653
320-257-GOLF
3125 Clubhouse Rd., Sartell, MN 56377
Sartell’s spectacular, newest 18-hole facility. Pro shop,
bar & grill, driving range, lessons, banquet facility. PGA
professional on staff. Weddings, parties, meetings and
receptions. Memberships available. Come experience
the beauty and challenge of Blackberry Ridge!
Open To the Public!
480 55th Ave. S.E.
St. Cloud, MN 56304
Territory Golf Club offers an 18-hole Championship
golf course and full service bar/restaurant-Coyote
Moon Grille. All carts have GPS. Banquet facility holds
up to 230 people. Private meeting room available.
9-hole golf course was established in 1929 with the second
9-holes being added in 1997. Course is tucked into woods with
elevated t-boxes. Also has 2-tier driving range.
320-243-4111 • 1-877-399-2558
Located 30 miles west of St. Cloud on Hwy. 23.
Minutes from Downtown!
www.territorygc.com
It’s Worth the Trip to
see the 17th hole!
Welcome to Central Minnesota. We have lots of friendly neighborhoods, low crime, a
business-friendly region, high-quality health care offerings and, just simply, a superb place
to live, work and raise a family. For more information about moving here or relocating your
business to the area, contact the St. Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce, 320-251-2940, or
the Area Economic Development Partnership, 320-252-2177.
Ella & Stella
helping
friends
move.
Keeping
the city
safe.
Central Minnesota
Located one hour northwest of the Twin Cities, and
one hour south of the northern lakes and forests of
the state, St. Cloud is central to both tourism and
commerce. The area comprises several communities:
St. Cloud, Waite Park, Sartell, St. Joseph and Sauk
Rapids, and three counties: Stearns, Sherburne and
Benton. The region has experienced extraordinary
growth in the past decade and, in fact, remains the
most rapidly growing metropolitan area in the state.
Manufacturing, retail and service industries are the
commercial backbone of the region, equally supported
by the extensive, highly productive farming and dairy
endeavors.
A safe community
You’ll find safe neighborhoods, easy access to
recreation, excellent health care and abundant cultural
and educational opportunities in the region. Rolling
farmlands, sparkling lakes, peaceful woodlands and
many nearby state parks make the area an ideal place
in which to reside. And, don’t forget, a river runs
through it. The mighty Mississippi River is a constant,
scenic presence in the region.
St. Cloud residents place a prime emphasis on family.
Combined with a strong work ethic in the community,
area residents have placed a high value on quality child
care. As a result, a variety of options exist to meet
the diverse needs of the area’s expanding population.
For information contact: Child Care Choices:
320-251-5081 Kidstop: 320-252-7616.
Brittina Seaborg
Childcare
St. Cloud and the Central Lakes are a marvelous place to raise a family.
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Neil Anderson/SCSU
Moving to the Area
Financial
ING Direct • 8-j
30 7th Ave. S., St. Cloud • www.ingdirect.com
Ad page 53
Liberty Savings bank, fsb • 8-j
5801 Ridgewood Rd., St. Cloud, MN • 320-252-1500
818 2nd St. S., Waite Park • 320-258-3256
111 7th Ave. S., St. Cloud, MN • 320-252-2841
3299 Roosevelt Rd., St. Cloud, MN • 320-258-5444
www.libertysavings.com • Ad page 65
Liberty was established in 1939 and has been owned
and operated by the same local owners since then. We
are an FDIC insured Savings Bank offering many different
kinds of deposit products. In addition, Liberty is a leading
provider of personal credit in this area. We offer all types
of loans and are a leading provider of home loans.
Gymnastics & Dance
Brad Veenstra
St. Cloud boasts a growing population of diverse cultures.
North crest gymnastics, Dance & Cheer • 9-g
1009 Industrial Dr. S., Sauk Rapids, MN 56379
320-251-3416 • www.northcrestgym.com
North Crest offers something for everyone ages 2
through adult. Classes available in gymnastics, ballet,
tap, jazz, hip-hop or MAX Cheer. We also offer USAG
Competitive Gymnastics, Dance Company and summer
camps. At North Crest quality is a presence that must
be felt!
Moving & Storage
Red’s Transfer and Storage • 9-i
619 Lincoln Ave. N.E., St. Cloud • 320-251-2833
1-800-825-2833 • www.redstransfer.com • Ad page 65
Mon.-Fri. 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Family owned since 1954,
Red’s Transfer has helped families and businesses move.
Our staff takes great pride in our association with the
network of Allied Van Lines agents across the country
who work together to provide you the best possible
service. Ask about our containerized storage and FREE
ESTIMATES. Now available, Go Minis®, portable moving
and storage solutions.
Real Estate
GREAT Theatre
We honor our heritage and our heros here!
Clearwater Realty, Inc. • ♥MN map pg. 90
1100 Main St., Clearwater, MN 55320
320-558-6066 • 1-800-842-4386
Experienced staff. New home construction. We represent
home sales in many communities throughout Minnesota
including a gated golf community.
Edina Realty • 4-k
110 Division St., Waite Park, MN 56387
320-255-9000 • www.edinarealtystcloud.com
Ad page 65
At Edina Realty we go beyond the sale, offering a
variety of products and services to enhance your home
buying, selling and ownership experience. We provide
everything under one roof; Edina Realty Mortgage and
Edina Realty Title.
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Our high quality of life includes strong support for exceptional arts groups like the GREAT Theatre.
Newcomer Service
320-257-0679 • Ad page 65
www.newcomerservice.net • [email protected]
Welcome to the community! Contact us for your FREE
Business & Community Guide loaded with everything
you need to settle into your new home, learn about
the community, find fun things to do and save money.
Established in 1948, Newcomer Service is the “official
welcoming service” for the greater St. Cloud area. 2010 St. Cloud Visitors Guide • 1-800-264-2940
110 Division St., Waite Park, MN 56387
Northstar Visitor
Guides, Inc.
www.edinarealtystcloud.com
Moving to the area
320.255.9000
Festive holiday sparkle during the Downtown Holiday Nights and Lights parade.
Central Minnesota’s
Home Loan Source
St. Cloud’s Oldest
Name In Banking
Downtown:
Westwood Area:
111 7th Ave. S., St. Cloud
5801 Ridgewood Rd., St. Cloud
252-2841
Waite Park:
252-1500
Southside:
818 2nd St. S., Waite Park
3299 Roosevelt Rd., St. Cloud
258-3256
258-5444
1-888-850-BANK
www.libertysavings.com
Member
619 Lincoln Ave. N.E. • St. Cloud, MN 56304
(320) 251-2833 or (800) 825-2833
www.redstransfer.com
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Portable Moving & Storage Solutions
Local, Long Distance, International Moving
Office & Commercial Moving
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FDIC
Checking • Savings
personal Loans • home loans
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The experience of maturing is rapidly evolving, forcing
us to rethink what it means to “grow old.” We are
ignoring the stigma attached to “senior citizen” and
making active decisions regarding the way we spend
our retirement years. Many of us are going back to
school, starting businesses, even training for triathlons.
We are redefining our place in society by taking
control of how we live, work and play. Here are some
opportunities available for adults age 55+ in the St.
Cloud community.
•Whitney Senior Center (WSC) is committed to
helping expand minds through lifelong
learning because education begins
at birth and continues long after
retirement. Interested in learning
more about our innovative and mind
enriching programs? Join us at WSC for
our orientation offered weekly on Mondays
starting at 10:30 a.m. and the 2nd Monday
each month at 6:30 p.m. We will give
you a glimpse of our facility, programs
and services. Check out our newly updated
website (www.whitneyseniorcenter.org) for more
information on how WSC can serve you.
• St. Cloud Area Greeters a volunteer organization devoted to welcome
convention attendees and greet at various tourism related events.
• RSVP, the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program places hundreds
of volunteers, 55 and over, in public and non-profit agencies in Central
Minnesota. Help make your community a better place!
• Central Minnesota Council on Aging and the Senior LinkAge Line®
are the places to call for information about senior housing, Medicare,
transportation, home health care and other senior-related questions.
Whitney Senior Center 320-255-7245 • RSVP 320-255-7295
Central Minnesota Council on Aging 320-253-9349
Senior LinkAge Line® 1-800-333-2433
Redefining Senior Living
• Sub-Acute, Long Term and Memory Loss Care
• Senior Apartments & Assisted Living
• Champion Rehab
• Home Health Care
• Country Store & Pharmacy
• Kids Country Child Care
Contact Us Today!
320-253-1920
Country Manor Campus
520 First St. N.E., Sartell, MN 56377
www.countrymanorcampus.org
Ella & Stella at the
St. Cloud State
University Library.
A prime decision point, when considering a move to a new area, is the quality of the region’s
schools. In Central Minnesota, you’ll find an impressive variety of excellent public and private
elementary and secondary schools, as well as four colleges and universities: St. Cloud State
University, St. John’s University, College of Saint Benedict and St. Cloud Technical College.
SCSU graduate.
Elementary/High Schools
Catholic community Schools
Catholic Community Schools Administration 320-257-2139
catholiccommunityschools.org
Holdingford Public Schools District #738
Holdingford, MN • 320-746-2221 • Ad page 69
www.edline.net/pages/Holdingford_Public_Schools
Holdingford Schools are well known for their academic
successes. Students are encouraged to experience
the wide range of curricular and co-curricular options
while enjoying the atmosphere of the smaller school.
The district size (about 1000 students) lends itself to
students and staff working cooperatively in a small,
disciplined school environment. Contact us for a tour or
more information.
Rocori School District #750
534 N. 5th Ave., Cold Spring • 320-685-4901
www.rocori.k12.mn.us • Ad page 69
The ROCORI District is a highly regarded public
school system with sites in Rockville, Cold Spring and
Richmond. Three community elementary schools along
with three parochial schools support student-centered
middle school and senior high settings. ROCORI features
strong academic programs with wide-ranging activity
opportunities at all levels. Visit our schools!
St. Cloud area School District #742
320-253-9333 • www.isd742.org • [email protected]
Ad page 69
Central Minnesota’s largest school district delivers
education to more than 9,500 students. A diverse mix
of students attend 8 elementary schools, two junior
highs, two high schools, and numerous early childhood,
community education and alternative learning programs.
District 742 prepares students with knowledge for life in
a global, information age. St. Cloud Christian School
430 3rd Ave. N.E. • 320-252-8182
www.stcloudchristianschool.com
St. Cloud Christian School is an independent, nondenominational Christian day school. We currently offer
college-preparatory instruction for kindergarten through
grade 12. Our limited class sizes enable our teachers
to give attention to each student and their needs;
incorporating prayer and biblical principles throughout
the day. If you have questions about our school, give us
a call.
Saint John’s Preparatory
school • ♥MN map pg.82
Located on 2700 acres of woods and lakes and sharing
a campus with St. John’s University • 320-363-3321
1-800-525-7737 • www.sjprep.net • Ad page 68
Saint John’s Prep offers an integrated experiential
curriculum for 6-8 grade students, and a college-prep
liberal arts high school program. Local students are
joined by boarding students from across the United
States and from around the world; creating a welcoming
and diverse community of top academic learners. Busing
is available locally.
Sartell-st. Stephen school District #748
320-253-2440 • www.sartell.k12.mn.us
The Sartell-St. Stephen School District is widely
known for its excellence in academics, athletics and
achievements in theater, speech, band, drumline, and
much more. Future plans call for a new elementary
school and extensive remodeling and expansion at the
high school and middle school.
Sauk rapids-rice Public Schools #47
1833 N.E. Osauka Rd., Sauk Rapids • 320-253-4703
www.isd47.org • Ad page 69
We are a strong and growing school district of distinction
in a thriving community. Serving 3,750 students in the
K-12 program, the system offers many great alternatives
and college classes galore! A well-trained staff provides
services to students in a technologically advanced
setting. The district has numerous program and staff
recognitions. Universities
College of Saint Benedict • ♥MN map pg. 82
10 minutes west of St. Cloud, just off Hwy. 75, St. Joseph
320-363-5407 • Ad page 69
The College of Saint Benedict is a private, nationally
recognized, Catholic, Benedictine, liberal arts college for
women, joined in a unique educational partnership with
Saint John’s University, a private, liberal arts college for
men. Saint Benedict boasts the award-winning Benedicta
Arts Center, which hosts about 200 cultural events
annually.
Minnesota School of Business
1201 2nd St. S., Waite Park
320-257-2000 • 1-866-403-3333
Minnesota School of Business prepares students for
rewarding careers in business, health science, technology,
legal science and creative media.
Rasmussen College–St. Cloud Campus • 5-k
226 Park Ave. S., St. Cloud • 320-251-5600 • 1-800852-0460 • www.rasmussen.edu
St. Cloud State University • 9-k
720 4th Ave. S. • 320-308-2244
www.stcloudstate.edu/scsu4u • Page 68
St. Cloud State University offers 17,000 undergraduate
and graduate students more than 200 degree programs
in business, education, fine arts & humanities, science
& engineering and social sciences, many of them
accredited by national and international organizations.
The university, located along the Mississippi River,
offers students a personalized experience plus the
opportunities and resources of a large university.
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Saint John’s University
and Abbey • ♥MN map pg. 82
Fifteen minutes west of St. Cloud off I-94, Collegeville • 320-363-2011 • Ad page 69
Located on 2,700 acres of picturesque woods and lakes, Saint John’s is a private,
nationally recognized, Catholic, Benedictine, liberal arts college for men, joined in a
unique educational partnership with the College of Saint Benedict, a private liberal arts
college for women. The campus also is the site of the world famous Abbey Church and
Saint John’s Bible.
Neil Anderson
Education
ST. CLOUD TECHNICAL COLLEGE • 7-h
1540 Northway Drive • 1-800-222-1009 • 320-654-5000
SCTC offers over 100 education options in a variety of program lengths. Short-term
certificates, one or two-year diplomas, two-year Associate of Applied Science degrees,
and certificates of advanced specialization are available.
Our local colleges are known for high academic standards and a vibrant
campus life.
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Education
District 742
• Comprehensive educational programs serving students from preschool through 12th grade.
• College prep classes galore!
• Community Education and Early Childhood programs for people of all ages.
• A world-class experience in a small town setting.
www.isd47.org
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Brad Veenstra
St. Cloud Hospital Campus.
St. Cloud is increasingly becoming a healthcare nexus.
New specialty and general care centers are sprouting,
and existing clinics are expanding. The St. Cloud Hospital
keeps growing, as well. All of these services combine
to provide first-rate and nearby medical care for Central
Minnesotans.
Ella and Stella are talking with a
St. Cloud Hospital doctor.
Map & Page Reference
Red map grid–St. Cloud Guide Map:
ATWOOD GALLERY • 9-j
Blue text–Directs you to various
Heart of Minnesota maps and ads:
♥MN map pg. 82 or ♥MN Ad page 83
St. Cloud has emerged as a major regional health care
center. More than 340 physicians at the St. Cloud
Hospital provide state-of-the-art services in specialty
areas such as cardiac surgery, neonatal intensive care
and oncology. HMO’s and several associated clinics
also offer high quality, extensive care to area residents.
For information, call: St. Cloud Hospital. 320-2512700; Veterans Affairs Medical Center. 320-252-1670;
Physician Referral Service. 320-252- 8550 (non-profit).
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CentraCare Clinic • 8-h
River Campus: 1200 6th Ave. N., St. Cloud • 320-252-5131
Heartland: 1520 Whitney Court, St. Cloud • 320-251-1775
Women & Children: 1900 CentraCare Circle, St. Cloud,
OB/GYN • 320-654-3630 and Pediatrics 320-654-3610
Health Plaza: 1900 CentraCare Circle, St. Cloud
320-229-4917 Yo’s Clinic is the ultimate in health and relaxation!
Country Manor Campus • 7-d
520 1st St. N.E., Sartell • 320-253-1920
www.countrymanorcampus.org • Ad page 66
Enriching lives for more than 35 years, Country Manor
Campus is a 25-acre, not-for-profit health care campus
guided by Christian values. Care and services include:
Health Care Center (Sub-Acute, Long Term & Memory
Loss Care), Senior Housing (Independent and Assisted
Living), Home Health Care, Champion Rehab, Country
Store & Pharmacy and Kids Country Child Care.
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Medical
Insight Eye Care • 4-k
206 W. Division St., Waite Park • 320-253-0365
www.insighteyecare.us • Ad page 72
With 3 locations in Central Minnesota, Insight Eye Care fosters long-term, caring
relationships with its patients and provides thorough comprehensive eye examinations
using cutting-edge technology. Insight offers vision correction solutions such as a
contact lens/glasses prescription, surgical consultation and its own modern and classic
frame/contact lens store, Instyle Eye Wear.
Paynesville Area Health Care
System • ♥MN map pg. 86
200 W. 1st St., Paynesville, MN 56362
320-243-3779 • 1-800-242-3767
www.pahcs.com • ♥MN Ad page 88
St. Cloud hospital • 8-h
1406 6th Ave. N., St. Cloud, MN 56303 • 320-251-2700
www.centracare.com • Ad page 72
St. Cloud Hospital provides a complete continuum of health care services to more than
640,000 people in the 12-county Central Minnesota region. A medical staff of more than
380 physicians represent all major specialties. St. Cloud Hospital offers a broad array
of quality specialty care, including the nationally recognized Central Minnesota Heart
Center. St. Cloud Orthopedic Associates, Ltd • 7-h
1555 Northway Dr., St. Cloud • 320-259-4100
www.stcloudorthopedics.com • Ad page 71
Located just blocks from St. Cloud Hospital, St. Cloud Orthopedics has specialized in
the treatment of bone and joint injuries or diseases since 1955. We have 13 orthopedic
surgeons, three podiatrists and a non-surgical sports medicine doctor. Our occupational
and physical therapists are on-site. Low Back Rehabilitation program available.
St. Cloud surgical center • 7-h
1526 Northway Drive, St. Cloud • 320-251-8385 • 1-800-349-7272
www.stcsurgicalcenter.com
Ad page 71
Celebrating 38 Years of Excellence in Caring for You. First Ambulatory Surgical Center in
Minnesota. Serving Central Minnesota since 1972, we specialize in quality outpatient
surgery, 23-hour extended care. The staff takes great pride in providing safe, caring,
cost efficient, quality care in a warm, personalized setting. SCSC is accredited by the
Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care.
Stillpointe Natural Health Center • 3-f
2330 Troop Dr., Ste. 105, Sartell, MN 56377 • 320-203-8266
www.StillPointe.net • Ad this page & 79
Feel totally healthy again...naturally. Complete natural health care for the entire family,
including chiropractic, wellness care, massage and weight management. StillPointe
provides an integrated team approach to total health. We will help YOU find natural
strategies for YOUR total wellness. veterans affairs medical Center • 4-i
4801 8th St. N., St. Cloud, MN 56303 • General information 320-255-6322
The Medical Center proudly serves veterans in Central Minnesota as a partner in the VA
Upper Midwest Health Care Network.
Yo’s Clinic • 5-d
311 3rd Ave. N., Sartell, MN 56377 • 320-252-2442 www.yosclinic.com
Ads pages 51 and 79
The ultimate in health services and relaxation.
Expert Chiropractic & Wellness Care for the Entire Family.
Nutrition • Massage Therapy • Acupuncture
Lifestyle & Weight Management
Electrodermal Screening • Exercise Solutions
Susan M. Saetre, D.C., Fellow in Pediatric & Maternal Health
320-203-8266 • www.StillPointe.net
Pine Cone Commons
2330 Troop Drive, Suite 105 • Sartell
Accredited by
Accreditation Association
for Ambulatory Health Care, Inc.
St. Cloud Surgical Center
1526 Northway Drive • St. Cloud • 251-8385 • 800-349-7272
www.stcsurgicalcenter.com
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Neil Anderson
St. Cloud’s rapid growth has made the region an important business center.
Businesses here find a thriving, robust economy. The region also boasts a number
of businesses and non-profit organizations that sponsor a wide range of community
events and services which embrace the overall quality of life for
Central Minnesotans.
AREA EMPLOYERS
Organizations
Bernick’s Beverages & Vending
801 Sundial Dr., Waite Park
320-252-6441• www.bernicks.com
Ad on map insert
Bernick’s is a fourth-generation family owned business
established in 1916 that provides full service beverage,
vending and food service solutions. Facilities are located
in Waite Park, Willmar, Duluth, Brainerd, Bemidji, MN and
Dresser, WI. Please visit our website for more information.
City of Freeport • ♥MN map pg. 82
125 Main St. E., Freeport, MN 56331
(Just minutes west of St. Cloud on I-94)
320-836-2112 • www.freeportmn.org
[email protected] • ♥MN Ad page 85
We welcome you to enjoy the Lake Wobegon Trail and the
great outdoors, have a slice of pie, watch a baseball game,
shop, live or start a business here. Freeport is a place where
the simple things in American Life are alive and well!
cold Spring Granite • ♥MN map pg. 86
17482 Granite West Rd., Cold Spring, MN 56320
320-685-3621 • www.coldspringgranite.com • Ad page 16
Cold Spring Granite, headquartered in Cold Spring,
Minnesota, is one of the largest producers of natural
stone and bronze product solutions for the commercial,
memorialization, landscaping and residential markets.
Founded in 1898, the company has a rich heritage of
innovation and continues to lead an industry they helped
to create.
Gold’n Plump Poultry • 4-k
P.O. Box 1106, St. Cloud • 320-251-3750
www.goldnplump.com • Ad page 80
Headquartered in St. Cloud, Gold’n Plump is a familyowned provider of premium chicken products to retail, deli
and foodservice customers throughout the Midwest and
other parts of the country. Started in 1926, the company
now employs about 1,500 people and partners with more
than 300 growers in Minnesota and Wisconsin to produce
wholesome, high-quality chicken.
Area businesses like Gold ‘n Plump support a
variety of community events.
STONE CRAFTERS • west of 1-l
25940 99th Ave., St. Cloud (Hwy. 23 West)
320-251-4111 • www.stonecraftersinc.com Ad page 13
Discover The World of Granite! Showroom and shop tours.
PAYNESVILLE AREA CHAMBER OF
COMMERCE • ♥MN map pg. 86
115 Augusta Ave., Paynesville, MN 56362 (Located 90
miles N.W. of Mpls. on Hwy. 55 or 30 miles west of St.
Cloud on Hwy. 23) • 320-243-3233 • 800-547-9034
www.paynesvillearea.com • ♥MN Ad page 88
Paynesville lies in the heart of the Central Lakes Tourism
area, making it a favorite for: fishing, boating, swimming
and golf. Enjoy our unique local trails with state trail
connections for hiking, biking, snowmobiling and crosscountry skiing. As a place to call home, Paynesville takes
pride in its excellent business climate, schools, churches
and civic organizations. St. Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce • 9-j
110 S. 6th Ave., St. Cloud, MN • 320-251-2940, ext 100
www.StCloudAreaChamber.com
As the voice of business in Central Minnesota, the St.
Cloud Area Chamber strives to create, protect and enhance
a healthy business environment for our members. Visitors
who stop by the Chamber office can receive an area map and
referrals to area businesses. Other publications available
free or at low cost are Central Minnesota Community Profile,
St. Cloud & Central Lakes Visitors Guide, Chamber Profile,
Relocation Guide, Major Employers Directory, St. Cloud
area telephone directories, and Business Central, Central
Minnesota’s only locally produced business magazine.
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Business & Organizations
St. Cloud takes pride in a strong business community and growing downtown.
St. Cloud Stats
Demographics
St. Cloud Symphony
Median Resident Age.........................................................31.6
Median Household Income...........................................$44,318
Median Housing Value..................................................$93,400
Area’s Top 15 Employers
Another superb performance by the outstanding St. Cloud Symphony Orchestra.
St. Cloud Hospital.............................................................3,367
State of Minnesota...........................................................2,062
Electrolux Home Products.................................................1,800
Coborns, Inc......................................................................1,733
St. Cloud State University.................................................1,450
Gold ‘n Plump Poultry........................................................1,200
St. Cloud Public School District #742..................................973
Cold Spring Granite..............................................................900
VA Medical Center...............................................................900
Wolters Kluwer....................................................................830
CompuCredit Corporation....................................................768
Bauerly Companies..............................................................721
Woodcraft Industries...........................................................661
New Flyer USA.....................................................................650
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Verso....................................................................................580
St. Cloud Area Economic Development Partnership, INC. • 9-j
Located at 110 6th Ave. S., St. Cloud • 320-252-2177 • www.scapartnership.com
The Partnership is a public/private membership organization that promotes retention
and expansion of existing businesses while marketing the Greater St. Cloud Area of
Central Minnesota to new companies interested in locating here. The Partnership
provides information about the regional economy, demographics, labor force,
available commercial and industrial buildings and sites, economic development
financing, community tours, special events, newsletters, plus technical assistance.
8 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays. Sauk Centre Area Chamber of Commerce • ♥MN map pg. 82
1220 South Main Street, Sauk Centre, MN 56378
(Located at the crossroads of I-94, Hwy. 71 and Hwy. 28) • 320-352-5201
www.saukcentrechamber.com • ♥MN Ad page 84
Sauk Centre is the home of Nobel Prize winning author Sinclair Lewis. Visit Sinclair
Lewis’s boyhood home and the Interpretive Center. Other points of interest include a 6
screen movie theatre, I-94 Raceway, Lake Wobegon Trail, Sinclair Lewis Days and the
Stearns County Fair. Sauk Centre is a great place to live, work, shop and play. The St. Cloud downtown Council • 8-j
820 W. St. Germain, St. Cloud • 320-257-8600
www.stclouddowntown.com • Ads pages 11 & 53
The St. Cloud Downtown Council is a non-profit organization supported by its members.
Our sole mission is the improvement and advancement of Downtown. No trip to Central
Minnesota is complete without a trip to St. Cloud’s Downtown. We help people find
what they are looking for–where to stay, where to dine, what to do, what to see. Check
us out on our website or stop by our office.
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Jim Altobell
St. Cloud and the surrounding area attract visitors from all over
the region, state, nation and world. If you’re planning a visit to the
area or are meeting in St. Cloud any time soon, the folks at the
St. Cloud Area Convention and Visitors Bureau can answer your
questions. Contact them at 320-251-4170 or 1-800-264-2940
or by logging on at www.granitecountry.com.
Ella and Stella at the St. Cloud Airport.
Map & Page Reference
Red map grid–St. Cloud Guide Map:
ATWOOD GALLERY • 9-j
Blue text–Directs you to various
Heart of Minnesota maps and ads:
♥MN map pg. 82 or ♥MN Ad page 83
ST. CLOUD REST AREA AND TRAVEL
INFORMATION CENTER HIGHWAY 10 • 12-l
Information ranging from accommodations to the latest
attractions. Stop at this travel center on your way to or
through St. Cloud (watch for the painted silo). The center
has refreshments, picnic and walking areas, restrooms,
map information, tourism and road information. Staffed
9 a.m.-5 p.m. Hours subject to change without notice.
Linden Hill Historical Event Center
608 Highland Ave., Little Falls • 320-616-5580
www.linden-hill.org • Ad page 92
A unique site for a memorable event. Group overnight
stays, small weddings, special events, group tours and
retreats. Call for availability and rates.
Mi Famiglia Catering at 912 Regency Plaza • 8-j
912 Regency Plaza, 912 West St. Germain St., St. Cloud
Direct Catering: 320-217-6003
www.mifamiglia.com • Ads pages 41 & 53
Four floors of the most elegant space in St. Cloud for
your special event. Two ballrooms with outside decks,
grand courtyard mezzanine and seating up to 500 per
ballroom.
THE LOFT • 8-j
819 W. St. Germain, St. Cloud • 320-251-8180
www.unitedartscm.com
Unique historic 1800s meeting space.
ST. CLOUD CIVIC CENTER • 9-j
10 4th Ave. S., St. Cloud • 320-255-7272 • Ad page 11
www.ci.stcloud.mn.us/web/departments/civiccenter/
ccindex.htm
Car Rental
Enterprise-St. Cloud • 10-c
St. Cloud Regional Airport • 320-240-9000
1-800-736-8222 • www.enterprise.com
HERTZ RENT A CAR • 10-c
St. Cloud Regional Airport • 320-253-9480
1-800-654-3131 • www.hertz.com
Convention services & Facilities
A&N Convention Services
P.O. Box 6215, St. Cloud, MN 56302 • 320-253-4050
D.B. Searle’s • 10-e
18th S. 5th Ave., St. Cloud • 320-253-0655
www.dbsearles.com • Ad page 52
Unique charm of 1886 construction. Located near Civic
Center. For groups of 10-100 people.
St. Cloud Area Convention & visitors
Bureau • 11-j
525 Hwy. 10 S., Ste. 1, St. Cloud • 320-202-6728
320-260-0432 • [email protected]
See page 61
Call Kelly, the Tournament Specialist to make your sports
event a success!
Transportation
No visitors guide would be complete without the
declaration: “All roads lead to St. Cloud.” In this case,
all roads, railroad tracks and flight patterns lead to
St. Cloud. Here‘s a list of transportation services
provided in the area.
AMTRAK • 9-i
555 E. St. Germain St., St. Cloud, MN 56304
1-800-872-7245 • www.amtrak.com
Call for arrival and departure times. Care cab • 6-j
2600 7th St. N., St. Cloud
320-255-5004
www.caretransportation.com
Provides non-emergency wheelchair and stretcher
transportation. Our riders are physically or mentally
challenged people who do not need life support systems
or medical attention while being transported.
EXECUTIVE EXPRESS • 8-o
320-253-2226 • 888-522-9899
www.executiveexpress.biz
Providing daily shuttle service up to 10 times a day in the
St. Cloud area and to the Minneapolis/St. Paul International
Airport. Small group charters and parcel package deliveries
are available. Serving Central Minnesota for 25 years. Log
on to our website for reservations and information.
Jefferson Bus Lines • 9-e
Located at the Metro Bus Transit Center
510 1st St. S., St. Cloud • 320-251-5411
www.jeffersonlines.com for schedule & fare info Intercity bus service to and from St. Cloud.
METRO BUS INFORMATION • 9-j
Transit Center located on the corner of 1st St. and 5th
Ave. S. in downtown St. Cloud
320-251-RIDE (251-7433) • www.ridemetrobus.com
Ad page 76
Provides seven days a week fixed route and dial-a-ride
public transit services in St. Cloud, Sartell, Sauk Rapids
and Waite Park. All buses are handicap accessible.
Transit Center serves as the local hub for Jefferson
Lines.
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Sports
Visitor
& Recreation
Services
Northstar Link
1919 Lincoln Ave. S.E., St. Cloud (East side of St. Cloud at Hwy. 10 and Lincoln Ave.)
877-LINK-010 (877-546-5010) • www.CatchTheLink.com • Ad page 25
Providing a fast, reliable, and safe workday commute from St. Cloud to Big Lake,
Northstar Link commuter bus offers an alternative to traffic congestion, parking issues,
and the stress that comes with commuting-delivering commuters direct to the Northstar
Line commuter rail station in Big Lake.
PAYNESVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT • ♥MN map pg. 86
320-243-3714 • www.paynesvillemn.com • ♥MN Ad page 88
Central Minnesota’s Gateway
St. Cloud Regional Airport Provides:
• Air Traffic Control Tower
Precision ILS for Inclement Weather Operations
• Modern Commercial Airline Terminal
YELLOW CAB
2600 7th St. N., St. Cloud • 320-251-5050
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Tourism
EXPLORE MINNESOTA TOURISM
100 Metro Square, 121 7th Place E., St. Paul, MN 55101
1-800-TOURISM (868-7476) • www.exploreminnesota.com
Terminal
Entrance
Map & Page Reference
• 7,000 ft. Runway
•
st. cloud Regional airport • 10-c
1550 45th Ave. S.E., St. Cloud (4 miles east of Downtown St. Cloud on Del Tone Road)
Airport Administration at 320-255-7292
www.stcloudairport.com • Ad this page
Central Minnesota’s Gateway! Modern air traffic control tower, 7,000 foot runway,
precision ILS for inclement weather operations, commercial airline terminal, T Hangar
rental, and full-service Fixed Base Operator. Home to the Minnesota Army National
Guard helicopter base, host of annual fly-ins and air shows.
T Hangar Rental
Red map grid–St. Cloud Guide Map:
ATWOOD GALLERY • 9-j
Blue text–Directs you to various Heart of Minnesota maps
and ads: ♥MN map pg. 82 or ♥MN Ad page 83
Air Shows
• T Hanger Rental
• Full-Service Fixed Base Operator
•
Home to Minnesota Army National Guard Helicopter Base
• Hosts Top-Notch Air Shows and Events
General Aviation
Air Force One
• FREE Parking
• FREE Wi-Fi
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atonement Lutheran Church • 6-h
1144 29th Ave. N.
St. Cloud, MN 56303
320-252-6203
www.atonementlutheran.org
Worship: Sat. 5:30 p.m., Sun. 8:30, 9:30 & 10:45
a.m.
Bethlehem Lutheran
Church • 4-l
4310 Cty. Rd. 137
St. Cloud, MN 56301
320-251-8356
Please call or visit website for
worship times.
www.bethlehemlutheran.org
Church of Christ of
St. Cloud • 5-n
2950 Co. Rd. 136
St. Cloud, MN 56301
320-251-4094/291-PRAY
www.stcloudchurchofchrist.org
Sunday School: 9 a.m.
Worship: Sun. 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.
(No 6 p.m. worship 2nd Sun.)
Wednesday Bible Study: 7 p.m.
First United methodist
Church • 9-j
302 5th Ave. S.
St. Cloud, MN 56301
320-251-0804 • www.fumc-stcloud.org
Worship: Sun. 9 and 11 a.m. (Sept.-May),
Summer 10 a.m. (Only One Service)
Childrens Education at All Services
Hope Covenant Church • 9-j
336 4th Ave. S.
St. Cloud, MN 56301
320-257-HOPE (4673)
www.hopecovenant.org
A Purpose Driven Church
Worship Celebrations: Sun. 10:30 a.m.
Sunday School: 9:15 a.m.
Wednesday p.m. programs for all ages.
Life Assembly of God
Church • 8-m
2409 Clearwater Rd.
St. Cloud, MN 56301
320-251-2626 • www.connect2god.org
Sunday Services: 8:30 and 10:30 a.m.
Sacred Heart Catholic
Church • 10-g
2875 10th Ave. N.E.
Sauk Rapids, MN 56379
320-251-8115
www.sacredheartsaukrapids.org
Services: Sat. 5 p.m., Sun. 8 & 10 a.m.
Saint Benedict’s
Monastery sacred
Heart chapel • ♥MN map pg. 2
104 Chapel Ln.
St. Joseph, MN 56374
320-363-7100 • www.sbm.osb.org
Masses: Mon.-Thurs. 5 p.m., Sat. 11:30 a.m.,
Sun. 10:30 a.m.
St. Francis Xavier Church
219 2nd St. N., P.O. Box 150
Sartell, MN 56377
320-252-1363
www.stfrancissartell.org
Masses : Sat. 5 p.m., Sun. 8:30
& 10:30 a.m.
St. John’s Episcopal
Church • 7-k
1111 Cooper Ave. S.
St. Cloud, MN 56301
320-251-8524
www.stjohns-episcopalchurch.org
Services: 8:30 & 10:30 a.m. (Sept.-May), 9:30
a.m. (Summer) Christian Education all ages 9:30
a.m. (Sept.-May)
Temple of Faith Church
26 8th Ave. S.
St. Cloud, MN 56302
320-230-7729
www.templeoffaith.org
Sunday Service : Sun. 10:30 a.m.
Bible Study: Tues. 6 p.m.
Worship Service: Wed. 6:45 p.m.
Sauk Rapids
Sauk Rapids City Hall
320-258-5300
www.ci.sauk-rapids.mn.us
Total Population.......................12,853
Median Resident Age..................33.6
Median Household Income....$47,817
Median Housing Value . ......$165,000
June 24-26, 2010
Rapids River Days
saukrapidsriverdays.com
August 3-8, 2010
Benton County Fair
www.BentonFairmn.com
Fairview
Gardens
1080 35th St. N.E.,
Sauk Rapids, MN • 320-229-2281
Shop us online at www.fairviewgardensmn.com
St. John’s Benedictine Abbey. St. John’s
University, Collegeville. 320-363-2573. View
the largest stained glass window in the world!
Designed by renowned architect Marcel Breuer, the
Abbey is a contemporary, poured-concrete structure.
A 112–ft-high, 100-ft.-wide bell tower greets guests
as they enter the church.
Hill Museum and Manuscript Library. St. John’s
University, Collegeville. 320-363-3514. Home to
the contemporary hand-written and illuminated St.
John’s Bible. The largest collection of microfilmed
medieval manuscripts in the world! Educational
video and various manuscripts on display. The library
gift shop offers the opportunity to purchase cards,
books, tapes and St. John’s pottery, too!
www.hmml.org
Stella Maris Chapel on Lake Sagatagun.
St. John’s University, Collegeville. Hike the wooded,
rustic trail out to the enchanting stone chapel, which
can be seen across the lake from the Abbey.
St. Benedict’s
Monastery
♥MN map pg. 82
From St. Cloud:
Take Hwy. 75
west to 4-way
stoplight in St.
Joseph. Left at
light, three
blocks
to College of
Saint Benedict
Art and Heritage Place. St. Benedict’s Monastery,
St. Joseph. 320-363-7100. Includes The Whitby Gift
Shop and Gallery and the Haehn Museum. Features
the history and extensive talents of the Sisters of
the Order of Saint Benedict, which date back to
the 1850s. Home to nearly 4,000 artifacts that are
selectively featured throughout the year.
www.sbm.osb.org
St. Benedict’s Monastery. St. Joseph.
320-363-7100. The Monastery is marked by the
Italian baroque chapel dome. Stop at the Gathering
Place and tour the Sacred Heart Chapel, then
stroll through the charming College of St. Benedict
campus.
Benedicta Arts Center. College of St. Benedict,
St. Joseph. 320-363-5777. Main Gallery, Gallery
Lounge. National, regional and local art exhibits.
Call for day and evening hours, Performing Arts
tickets and schedule.
www.csbsju.edu/finearts/
St. John’s
University
♥MN map pg. 82
From St. Cloud:
Take I-94 West,
exit 156, left one
mile to St. John’s
University
Greenhouse • Nursery • Landscaping
Seminars • Special Events & Workshops
Home Holiday Decor
Seasonal Displays • Unique Gifts
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Located in Central Minnesota along the banks of the Mississippi River, Sartell is a thriving community with a population
of just over 10,000 residents. One of the fastest growing cities in the state, Sartell takes pride in its excellent schools,
expanding community, beautiful parks and friendly people. Future expansion will include the development of a
downtown area with the charming City Hall as its hub.
Sartell City Hall
320-253-2171
www.sartellmn.com
Expert Chiropractic and
Wellness Care for the
Entire Family.
School District #748
320-656-3701
www.sartell.k12.mn.us
Chiropractic • Wellness Care
Nutrition • Massage Therapy • Acupuncture
Lifestyle & Weight Management
Electrodermal Screening • Exercise Solutions
Bernicks Pepsi Arena
320-240-9233
Susan M. Saetre, D.C.
2330 Troop Drive, Suite 105 • Sartell
320-203-8266 • www.StillPointe.net
320.252.2442
www.yosclinic.com
311 3rd Avenue N., Sartell, MN
Total Population..........................13,917
Median Resident Age.....................30.8
Tuina (Deep Medical Massage)
Swedish Oil Massage
Position Release | Acupressure
Ear Candling | Foot Reflexology
Raindrop Therapy
Median Household Income.......$61,635
Median Housing Value . .........$219,600
May 29, 2010 • Apple Duathlon
www.appleduathlon.com
Angela & Jeremy
Olson
“I’ve experienced massage all over the world and the best
I’ve found is right here in Sartell with Jeremy and Angela
of Yo’s Clinic!” —Lois B., St. Cloud, MN
Trained in China and U.S.A. • Professional Massage Since 1990
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Lake Wobegon Trail
Albany
320-845-7777 • www.albanymnchamber.com
-Pioneer Days • Sept, 2010
Avon
320-356-4115 • www.avonmnchamber.com
-Community Business Expo • Mar 2010
-City-wide Garage Sale • May 8 & 9, 2010
-Spunktacular Days • June 19-20, 2010
Freeport
320-836-2112 • www.freeportmn.org
-Sacred Heart Parish Festival
July 17 & 18, 2010
Northstar Visitor Guides, Inc.
Holdingford
320-746-2966 • 320-746-2637
www.holdingfordmn.us
-Holdingford Fun Days • July, 2010
Melrose
320-256-7174 • www.melrosemn.org
-Melrose Riverfest • August 21, 2010
St. Joseph
320-363-7201 • www.stjosephchamber.com
-30th Annual Tour of Saints
Bicycle Ride • July 11, 2010
Sauk Centre
320-352-5201• www.SaukCentreChamber.com
-Sinclair Lewis Days • July 11-17, 2010
Trail Questions: [email protected]
Stearns County Park Department: 320-255-6172
Neil Anderson
Trail Mileage:
St. Joseph to Avon...........9.0 mi
Avon to Albany...............6.3 mi
Albany to Freeport...........5.3 mi
Freeport to Melrose..........6.0 mi
Melrose-Sauk Centre.......9.5 mi
Albany-Holdingford........9.4 mi
Welcome to the Lake Wobegon Trail, the longest paved
bike trail in America! The trail, a 61-mile-long, 10-footwide, bituminous-surfaced hiking and biking pathway, passes
through the picturesque towns and lush countryside of
Central Minnesota. Named for the imaginary town created by
storyteller Garrison Keillor, the former rail corridor passes by
friendly cafes, antique shops, an amazing zoo, the world-famous
St. John’s Abbey, two top-notch colleges and even a welcoming
coffee shop or two. Bring your bike or walking shoes, and join
us for fun on the Trail!
Garrison Keillor
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Home of Jean”The Whistling Waitress”
“Best Breakfast”–served all day!
Lunch and dinner buffets
Large groups welcome!
Just
5 minutes
from
St. Cloud!
303 College Ave., St. Joseph, MN
320-557-0030 • www.kayskitchen.us
Lake Wobegon Trail
Home Cooking
since 1972!
Sinclair Lewis House, Sauk Centre.
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Lake Wobegon Trail
• Pubs, eateries, shopping
• Garrison Keillor once lived near here and many of our places inspired his writings
• Our historic Swany White Flour Mill is still
in operation
• Easy access to nearby lakes
• ATM and financial needs for travelers
• Great schools and community events
• Century-old church on historic register
• Wonderful parks and playgrounds
For information contact the Freeport City Hall: 125 Main Street East, Freeport, MN 56331
Minnesota Department of Tourism
320-836-2112 • [email protected]
Walk on the “Wild Side” with some of the most
exotic animals of Africa, Australia
and North America!
26715 Co. Rd. 39, Freeport, MN
320-836-2426
www.hemkerzoo.com
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Out on the trail.
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Plan to stay a while when visiting the Chain of Lakes.
You’ll love our fantastic resorts, scenic
campgrounds, unique shops and enough
outdoor activities to satisfy kids of
all ages. And there’s
history here,
too – charming
B&B’s, a wellknown bakery, a
famous brewery, and loads
of antique shops. Plus, don’t
forget to take in a colorful
festival or two.
El Rancho Manaña
Northstar Visitor Guides, Inc.
Chain of Lakes
Cold Spring
320-685-3653 • www.coldspringmn.com
-Hometown Pride Days • July 30-31, 2010
-St. Boniface Parish Festival • Aug 21-22, 2010
Paynesville
320-243-3233 • 1-800-507-9034
www.paynesvillechamber.org
-Town & Country Days • June 12-19, 2010
-Festival of Ethnic Traditions • Aug 1, 2010
-Airport Fly-In • Aug 15, 2010
Richmond
320-597-2075 • www.ci.richmond.mn.us
-MN Homegrown Kick Off (El Rancho
Mañana) • June 4-6, 2010
-City Wide Garage Sale • July 15, 2010
-River Lake Days • July 15-18, 2010
-MN Bluegrass & Old Time Music Festival
(El Rancho Mañana)• Aug 12-15, 2010
Rockville
320-251-5836 • www.rockvillecity.org
-Rock-Fest July 9-11, 2010
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Winter fun.
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Chain of Lakes
El Rancho Manaña kids at play.
A Relaxing
Escape!
Experience
elegant accommodations,
fabulous breakfasts,
and a beautiful setting.
Available for Tea Parties,
Small Weddings, Bridal and
Baby Showers, Girl Getaways and Much More!
Northstar Visitor Guides, Inc.
419 Main Street, Cold Spring, MN | 320.685.3828 | thepillarinn.com
Pillar Inn Bed & Breakfast.
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27302 Ranch Rd.
Richmond, MN 56368
320-597-2740
www.camperm.com
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Sports & Recreation
Paynesville Chamber of Commerce
115 Augusta Ave., Paynesville
320-243-3233 • 800-547-9034
Restaurant & Lounge
Restaurant 5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday
Lounge 4 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday
Hwy 55 Paynesville • 320-243-2469
Petting Farm • Pony Rides • Maze • Gift Shop • Puppies for Sale
320-253-6901 • Located on Highway 55 3.5 miles west of Eden Valley!
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Fun for the
whole family!
www.amazenfarmyard.com
www.pahcs.com
200 W 1st St.
Paynesville, MN
320-243-3779
1-800-242-3767
Flagpole Country
Titan Telescoping Flagpoles!
Flags of all kinds!
409 E. Hwy 55,
Paynesville, MN
320-243-1071 • 1-800-207-4927
www.kranzflagpoles.com
Koronis Hills Golf Club
320-243-4111
1-877-399-2558
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320-243-3714 • www.paynesvillemn.com
3300 ft. Paved Runway • Low-Intensity Lighting
Identifier 2P3 • Fuel-Av Gas
largest
herd of
yak in the
eastern half
of North
Contact John Hooper
To Schedule Your Visit!
Hoopers’
Yak Ranch
America!
Plus...
320-685-4489 • 320-266-8090 cell
15813 Christmas Tree Rd., Cold Spring, MN 56320
Purchse
frozen yak
meat!
Chain of Lakes
See the
[email protected]
(320) 243-4448
29659 Queen Bee Lane,
Paynesville, MN 56362
Northstar Visitor Guides, Inc.
• Fabulous Accommodations
• Excellent Swimming Beach
• New Indoor Swimming Pool
• Great Kids Activities
• Meeting Facilities, Weddings, Retreats
www.bugbeehiveresort.com • Email: [email protected]
Riverside Resort.
Cold Spring Bakery. 308 Main St., Cold Spring. 320-685-8681. Cold Spring Bakery has been delighting customers with fresh baked goods for over 55 years. The bakers start early, preparing yeast dough for a variety of breads,
30 kinds of cookies, and 12 different kinds of bars, including their popular turtle bars. Equally famous are their
specialty cakes. Stop in for one of their famous rolls or cookies and a good cup of coffee.
Cold Spring Brewery. 219 North Red River Ave. 320-685-8686. Cold Spring Brewery is the largest brewery in the
state of Minnesota. It is also the #1 energy drink and specialty drink producer in the country. Founded in 1857, Cold
Spring Brewery survived the prohibition years by producing “near beer” and soda. Tours are available, call ahead
320-685-8686.
Grasshopper Chapel. Highway 23 West to Cold Spring. Church of St. Boniface. Watch for the sign that marks a
left-hand turn. 320-685-3280. Built to honor the power of prayer, the Chapel
pays homage to the miracle of an April 26, 1877 snowstorm, which halted a
devastating grasshopper plague. Often a pilgrimage, there is also a shrine,
including the stunning Stations of the Cross.
Hooper’s Yak Ranch. 15813 Christmas Tree Road. 320-685-4489. Appointments only. Tour the largest yak ranch in the Eastern half of North America. For
more information: www.yak-man.com
The Pillar Inn. 419 Main St. 320-685-3828. Drive by this grand old Cold Spring
home which is now a B & B. Tours available by appointment. Minimal fee.
The Cold Spring Granite Company. The Cold Spring Granite Company is
one of the largest granite quarrying and fabrication operations in the world. In
operation since 1886, the company has produced granite for buildings all over
the world, including the Air Force Academy and the columns at the Minnesota
State Capitol.
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Great River Road
Albertville
763-497-3384
Becker
763-261-4302 • www.ci.becker.mn.us
-Freedom Days • June 2010
Big Lake
763-263-2107 • www.biglakemn.org
Clear Lake
320-743-3111 • www.clearlakemn.govoffice2.com
-Firefighters Dance • July 31, 2010
Clearwater
320-558-2428 • www.clearwatercity.com
Little Falls
1-800-325-5916 • www.LittleFallsMN.com
-Art Fair • Sept 11-12, 2010
Monticello
763-295-2700 • www.monticellochamber.com
-Walk ‘n Roll • June 19, 2010
If it’s variety you seek, you’ll find it
along the Great River Road. Not only
do we boast the mighty Mississippi
River and its breathtaking scenery,
we have terrific lakes, great museums,
the historic Charles A. Lindbergh
childhood site, big-name outlet stores,
quaint shops, delightful art fairs and
inviting eateries. Without a doubt,
we’ve got it all!
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Great River Road
Albertville Premium Outlets
Little Falls Art Fair.
Shopping all year round at Albertville Premium Outlets.
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Where the Mississippi Pauses...
With endless options for travel,
shopping, and recreation, Little Falls has
something for everyone. Discover Little
Falls and experience the overwhelming
tradition of our historic river town.
For more information and your Free
visitors guide call (800) 325-5916 or visit
LittleFallsMN.com.
Located 30 miles north of
St. Cloud on Cty. Rd. 35. Enjoy
hiking, wildlife observation and
photography on a 3.7 mile granite
trail. Groomed for cross-country
skiing in the winter. Refuge is free
and open to the public during
daylight hours.
320-632-1575 • 19502 Iris Rd., Little Falls, MN
2010 Events
Experience. Explore. Escape
Family Fun Day • June 6th | Zoo Hullabaloo • June 12th
Arts in the Park • June-August
Dam Festival • June 18th-20th
Arts & Craft Fair • September11th & 12th
Antiques & Collectibles Fair • September 11th & 12th
Lone Eagle Antique Auto Show • September 12th
Zoo Boo & the Cage of Terror • October 30th
Christmas at the Lindbergh House • November 27th
Christmas at the Mansions • November 26th-December 5th (1-6 daily)
• Group A Unique Site
for a Memorable overnight stays
Event!
Memorial Day-Labor Day: Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. • Sun. 12-5 p.m.
Sept.-Oct: Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. • Sun. 12-4 p.m.
Closed Mondays except for holidays. (Tours by appointment year round)
1620 Lindbergh Dr. S, Little Falls, MN • 320-616-5421 • www.mnhs.org
Walking Trails • Large Picnic & Playground Areas
Meander down paved paths and
view a variety of exotic, native and
domestic animals at home in
their spacious, natural habitats.
Come and see the
new additions!
Mid April-Mid Oct.: Mon.-Sun. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
(Mid Oct.-Mid April by appointment)
1200 West Broadway, Little Falls, MN • www.pinegrovezoo.com
10 blocks W. of the Mississippi on Hwy 27.
www.linden-hill.org
• Small weddings
• Special events
• Group tours
• Retreats
Call 320-616-5580 for availability and rates.
608 Highland Ave., Little Falls, MN 56345
“Preserving the past–
protecting the future”
Minnesota
Fishing
Museum
• 10,000 sq. ft. of antique fishing artifacts
• Education programs for
all ages
• Group tours available
• Call for details, donation info, or membership application.
320-616-2011 • 304 W. Broadway, Little Falls, MN
www.mnfishingmuseum.com
[email protected]
May-September
Open Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
October-April
Thurs.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
320-632-7374
15000 Hwy. 115, Little Falls, MN 56345
(Located at Camp Ripley)
Brad Veenstra
El Rancho Manaña
Neil Anderson
The lakes and rivers of Central Minnesota are some of
the most beautiful in the region. From quiet ponds to the
Mighty Mississippi River, you’ll find a variety of things
to do on and next to the water. Splash with your kids at
a warm sandy beach; paddle down a pristine river in your
kayak or canoe; cast your line into a sparkling stream or
lake; take a float trip in a shiny tube; cruise a chain of lakes
on a pontoon or sit quietly on the shore and watch one
of our gorgeous sunsets – these are the rich experiences
available to those who take the time to enjoy our stunning Central Minnesota Lakes and Rivers.
Minnesota Pioneer Park
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Powder Ridge
Pioneer Trail
Annandale
320-274-2474 • www.annandale.mn.us
-Business Expo • Apr 17, 2010
-All City Garage Sale • May 1, 2010
Pioneer Park Events: pioneerpark.org
Maple Syrup Festival • Apr 18, 2010
Studebaker Day • May 16, 2010
Field Day • May 22, 2010 (Rain date May 28)
Cowboy Church Service • July 4, 2010 Fiddler’s Festival • Aug 15, 2010
Harvest Fest/Nobel Shattuck Day • Sept 25, 2010
Craft Fair • Oct 9, 2010
Halloween • Oct 31, 2010
Immigrants’ Pioneer Christmas • Dec 4, 2010
Eden Valley
320-453-5251
-Valley Days • June 25-27, 2010
Kimball
320-398-2725
Watkins
320-764-6400 • www.cityofwatkins.com
This is what Central Minnesota is all about. Gather your
family for a warm summer’s day at a parade, or visit us in
winter and head for the ski slopes. Arts and Crafts fairs reflect
our creative side; our local Pioneer Village and a turn-ofthe-century hotel celebrate our fascinating area history; and
recreational attractions draw folks from all over the state.
All that, and we also have nearby lakes and beaches to lure
us to the Great Outdoors.
Blacksmith.
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2800
18 holes
20 009 holes
$
$
with 1/2 cart
Good weekdays and after 1 p.m. on weekends
through 2010 season. Excludes Holidays.
Pioneer Trail
Located just 15 minutes south of St. Cloud on Hwy. 15
with 1/2 cart
Good weekdays and after 1 p.m. on weekends
through 2010 season. Excludes Holidays.
Historic Buildings • Poke Bonnet Gift Shop • Special Events
Open Memorial Weekend-October 31, 2010.
Summer Park Hours: Tues.-Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat. & Sun. Noon-4 p.m.
Winter office hours vary, please call or email. Gate admission charge.
Something for everyone...
Summer Day Camps: Have your kids step back in time
to experience the true pioneer life and history.
Check website for details.
Petting farm • Train rides
Pony rides • Giant slide
Mini golf • Bounce house
Playground • Maze
Spring School Tours: Beginning end of April through
June 2010.
Preserving Minnesota History
Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.,
Sun. Noon-6 p.m.
Located on Highway 55, 3.5 miles West of Eden Valley
Open daily Memorial Day-Labor Day and Weekends in September & October!
www.amazenfarmyard.com
320-274-8489 • www.pioneerpark.org
725 Pioneer Park Trail (Hwy. 55 E.) Annandale, MN 55302
[email protected]
• Tours & Wine Tasting (Ride Our Vineyard Trolley)
• Indoor & Outdoor Events
• Wine Sales by the Bottle or Glass
• Gift Shop
April–December: Thurs. 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. (January–March: Sat. 11 a.m.-7 p.m.)
32025 State Highway 15, Kimball, MN 55353 • 320-398-2081 • www.MillnerHeritage.com
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World-Famous Fritter Bread
Nelson Bros.
Restaurant &
Bakery Now
Offers:
Beer, Wine, Cocktails and
Outdoor Patio Seating
Taco Salads & Nachos
Full Dinners & Sandwiches
Gas, Groceries, Gifts and Lots More!
320-558-2261
clearwatertravelplaza.com
1-94 & Highway 24 in Clearwater, Minnesota
In a day from St. Cloud,
you can enjoy scenic
forests and pristine
lakes to the north,
or head south to a
major urban center.
This section highlights
some of these options.
Also see Attractions on
page 8.
Albertville Premium outlets • ♥MN map pg. 90
I-94 at Cty. Rd. 19, Eastbound Exit 201/Westbound Exit 202
For more information call 763-497-1911.
www.premiumoutlets.com/albertville
Approximately 30 minutes east of St. Cloud. Over 100
upscale outlets including Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store,
Gap Outlet, Old Navy Outlet, Banana Republic Factory
Store and more. Everyday savings of 25% to 65%. ANTIQUE SHOPS
Call the Convention and Visitors Bureau, 320-251-4170
See page 50
Central Minnesota is dotted with quaint, unusual
antique shops. Happy hunting!
art and heritage Place • ♥MN map pg. 82
Saint Benedict’s Monastery
For more information, call 320-363-7100
www.sbm.osb.org • Ad page 11
This lovely space includes a museum, gallery and gift
shop featuring the history and handmade gifts by the
Sisters of the Order of Saint Benedict.
CHARLES A. LINDBERGH STATE PARK, CHARLES
A. LINDBERGH HOUSE STATE HISTORIC SITE &
VISITORS CENTER • ♥MN map pg. 90
Near Little Falls—about 25 minutes north of St. Cloud.
State Park 320-616-2525 or House 320-616-5421
www.dnr.state.mn.us • ♥MN Ad page 92
Scenic state park along the Mississippi River and the
site of the boyhood home (1906) of aviator and inventor
Charles A. Lindbergh, which includes the Lindbergh
House and Visitor Center. Open May-October. Call for
more details.
COKATO MUSEUM • south of ♥MN map pg. 94
175 W. 4th St., P.O. Box 686, Cokato, MN 55321-0686
320-286-2427 • www.cokato.mn.us/cmhs/
You’ll find lots of local Scandinavian history here.
Cold Spring Brewery • ♥MN map pg. 86
219 N. Red River Ave., Cold Spring, MN 56320
320-685-8686 • Fax: 320-685-8318
Call 320-685-8686 to schedule a free tour
www.coldspringbrewery.com
CROW WING STATE PARK • ♥MN map pg. 90
Just 19 miles northwest of Little Falls, Crow Wing State
Park is located at the junction of the Mississippi and
Crow Wing Rivers, 218-825-3075.
With over 2,000 beautiful acres of prairie, pines and
hardwoods, the park also includes the historic townsite
of Old Crow Wing. Camping, biking, hiking, canoeing,
fishing and cross-country skiing.
EL RANCHO MAñANA CAMPGROUND, RIDING
STABLE & RECREATIONAL AREA • ♥MN map pg. 86
27302 Ranch Rd., Richmond, MN 56368
Call for reservations 320-597-2740
Campgrounds page 34 • ♥MN Ad page 87
Drive out for a picnic, hiking or horseback riding.
Hoopers’ Yak Ranch • ♥MN map pg. 86
15813 Christmas Tree Rd., Cold Spring, MN 56320
320-685-4489 • Cell: 320-266-8090 • www.yak-man.com
[email protected] • ♥MN Ad page 89
Take a tour in the Yakmobile to see the largest herd of
yak in the eastern half of North America (by appointment
only). Learn about these amazing creatures, view
artifacts from their native Tibet, and purchase frozen yak
meat.
Lake Maria State Park • ♥MN map pg. 90
763-878-2325
We have the following amenities: visitors center, picnic
shelter, volleyball court, hiking trails, horse trails,
fishing, boat/canoe access, boat/canoe rental, group
camp center, cross-country ski, skate ski and warming
house. Call for more information.
lake wobegon® regional
trail • ♥MN map pg. 82
Stearns County Parks Dept. 320-255-6172
www.lakewobegontrails.com • ♥MN Ad page 82
Lake Wobegon® Trail was born out of an idea from the
Albany Jaycees in 1994 & was given life in 1998. The
trail, which can be used for hiking, biking, roller blading
& snowmobiling, is in Stearns County. This unique
trail as well as its name, Lake Wobegon®, is a part of
Central Minnesota’s good-natured, fun-loving history.
We believe in preserving our heritage & are proud of it.
We invite you to visit us & share our passion of Lake
Wobegon® & its trail.
Little Falls • ♥MN map pg. 90
Call 1-800-325-5916 ext. 1 • ♥MN Ad page 92
Where the Mississippi pauses...discovery begins.
Charles Lindbergh Historic Site and State Park • Charles
Weyerhaeuser Museum • Minnesota Fishing Museum •
Minnesota Military Museum • Pine Grove Zoo • Crane
Meadows National Wildlife Refuge • Historic Homes
Tours • Larson Boat Museum • Downtown National
Historic District • Events • Shopping • Outdoor
Recreation
MINNESOTA historical Society Minnesota
History Center
345 Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN
651-259-3000 • 800-657-3773 • www.mnhs.org
MINNESOTA PIONEER PARK • ♥MN map pg. 94
725 Pioneer Park Trail (Hwy. 55 E.), Annandale, MN 55302
320-274-8489 • www.pioneerpark.org
[email protected] • ♥MN Ad page 95
Step back into daily pioneer life of the 1800s as you visit
a collection of historic buildings and attend a variety of
celebrations and festivals. Call for information on events.
Memorial weekend-October 31, 2010, open Tues-Fri.
10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat. & Sun. Noon-4 p.m. Summer Day
Camps, Spring School Tours–end of April-June 2010.
Winter office hours vary, please call or email. Gate
admission charge.
MINNESOTA ZOO
13000 Zoo Blvd, Apple Valley, MN
800-366-7811
www.mnzoo.com
Connecting people, animals and the natural world.
Dolphin show, shark feeding, monorail and so much
more.
Nickelodeon Universe
500 Center Crt., Bloomington, MN 55425
(Mall of America)
952-883-8800
www.mallofamerica.com
www.theparkatmoa.com
The largest indoor family amusement park in the
nation. Seven acres of fun, plenty of entertainment and
shopping.
Sherburne History Center • ♥MN map pg. 90
10775 27th Ave. S.E., Becker, MN 55308
763-261-4433
www.sherburnehistorycenter.org
Discover Sherburne County history in the award-winning
exhibit or walk the Legacy Trail where you’ll find more
great stories and cool stuff. Closed Sun. & Mon. Call for
hours.
SINCLAIR LEWIS BOYHOOD HOME • ♥MN map pg. 82
Call the Sauk Centre Chamber of Commerce
(320-352-5201) for directions, prices, and other
information.
♥MN Ad page 84
Home of America’s first winner of the Nobel Prize for
literature, this home in Sauk Centre has been restored
to the turn-of-the-century period when Lewis lived here
with his parents and brothers. SINCLAIR LEWIS INTERPRETIVE CENTER
& MUSEUM/ Sinclair Lewis Boyhood
Home • ♥MN map pg. 82
Sauk Centre, MN • 320-352-5201
www.saukcentrechamber.com
♥MN Ad page 84
This center offers exhibits and slide presentations on
novelist Lewis, author of such books as Main Street, and
Nobel Prize winner for literature. Admission is free. Call
for details and directions. THE SPIRITUALITY CENTER • ♥MN map pg. 82
Saint Benedict’s Monastery
For more information, call 320-363-7100
www.sbm.osb.org
The Center welcomes people of all faiths. It is a quiet
place for solitude, prayer and retreats for individuals
or groups. A hermitage cabin is available for individual
retreats. In a place of beauty, the spiritual life can be
nourished and the soul healed. Events take place
throughout the year. Come and be refreshed!
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Sports & Recreation
Coupons
Money
Saving
Coupons
Clip & Save your way to
some of our favorite places!
See the guide online at
www.granitecountry.com
to link to other businesses
with offers and specials.
252-7134
509 W. St. Germain, Downtown St. Cloud
www.mexicanvillagestcloud.com
$5 Off
a $30 Purchase!
Not good with any other offer. Expires January 1, 2011.
$10.00 Off
Any food purchase
of $30.00 or More.
Present coupon when ordering. Tax and gratuity not
included. Not valid with any other coupons.
One coupon per order. Expires 1-15-11.
Present at check-in.
Not good with any other offer. Expires 1/31/11.
404 9th Ave. S., St. Cloud, MN 56301
700 2nd St. S., Waite Park
320-259-7670 • www.spacealiens.com
320-202-1404 • 866-Vic-Oaks
www.vicoaks.com
Specialty coffee with the purchase
of a drink of equal or lesser value.
Not good with any other offer. Expires 1/15/11.
www.summerlandfunpark.com
$10 Off
Family Ticket Package
Limit one coupon per family per visit. Expires 9/29/10.
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Hwy. 23 East (1 mile past Honda House)
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