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Visit Shakopee where the Midwest comes to play! Have access to all there is to experience in the Minneapolis & St. Paul region from first class shopping and dining to the excitement of pro sports and thrilling attractions. Our community is home to Valleyfair, the Upper Midwest's largest amusement park, Canterbury Park, which offers the excitement of live horse racing and a year round casino, as well as the unique Minnesota Renaissance Festival! We are also minutes from Mystic Lake Casino, Mall of America and the Minnesota Zoo. Add in all of our parks and trails, golf courses, wineries and breweries and Shakopee has something for everyone!

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ShakopeeYOUR GUIDE TO LODGING + SHOPS + RESTAURANTS 2015 VISITORS GUIDE

Your insider’s guide to family entertainment in the Shakopee region. Plus, find fabulous fun nearby in the Twin Cities Metro Area!

OUR VIBRANTvalley!

www.VisitShakopee.org

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From fashionistas to fun seekers to food lovers, Mall of America® has something for everyone to enjoy with 520 stores, over 50 restaurants and attractions galore! Get ready

to shop like a pro, brave spine-tingling rides, taste delectable dining and maybe even spot your favorite celebrity. Plus, there’s no sales tax on clothing or shoes!

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ShakopeeVISIT

YOUR GUIDE TO LODGING + SHOPS + RESTAURANTS 2015 VISITORS GUIDE

Welcome to Shakopee, where we have the best of both worlds!Our growing southwest metro region hosts a stunning range of fun and affordable family attractions as a top tourist destination. At the same time, we are part of the exciting, vibrant Twin Cities metropolitan area. Accordingly, use this guide to explore your many options during your stay with us. We hope you have a blast!

7 PLAN FOR FUNOptions for fun are everywhere: Valleyfair, Canterbury Park, Renaissance Festival and more.

13 BIG CITY EXCITEMENTEnjoy all that’s available in a major urban center, such as gourmet dining, world-class arts and entertainment offerings, a robust theater com-munity, professional sports teams, a renowned zoo, uncommon shopping options, inviting natu-ral attractions, and more.

19 OUTDOOR OPTIONSShakopee and the Minnesota River Valley are popular destinations for outdoor recreation and sports enthusiasts: camping, hiking, birding, kayaking, canoeing, boating, snowmobiling, golf, and more! It’s all here!

22 MAPHere’s your road map - literally - to fun in Shakopee and environs.

28 GOLF GUIDEYour guide to local links.

30 VINEYARDS, BREWERIES& ORCHARDSThe Shakopee region is blessed with a number of vineyards, wineries, breweries, and orchards.

32 CALENDAR OF EVENTSThis calendar is a comprehensive listing of all of the major events occurring in Shakopee and the surrounding area.

39 AREA LODGINGWhere to stay when you come visit us.

40 DINING OUTYou’ll find variety here: small, informal cafes; tasty ethnic cuisine; fine dining; sports bars; and more!

44 DESTINATION SHOPPINGFrom cool local boutiques to popular regional centers, your appointment with a little retail therapy awaits!

48 CLIP & SAVEValuable coupons.

50 EMERGENCY CONTACTSLocal emergency and health service phone numbers.

ON THE COVERLocated in the scenic Minnesota River Valley, just southwest of Minneapolis, Shakopee is near a diversity of fun attractions: Canterbury Park (left), fine dining (center), Minnesota Zoo (right), and Valleyfair Amusement Park (bottom).

Minnesota Landscape Arboretum

Crofut Winery

Canterbury Park

Soak City Waterpark

1801 East County Road 101, Shakopee, MN 55379(952) 445-1660 | (800) 574-2150VisitShakopee.com

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VALLEYFAIRThrills for the whole family

Get ready for excitement and thrills at Valleyfair Amusement Park. Enjoy more than 75 rides and attractions, plenty of games, and lots of food. Valleyfair offers eight wicked roller coasters, including Renegade, Wild Thing, Steel Venom, High Roller, Corkscrew, Excalibur, the family coaster Mad Mouse and a coaster just for kids — Mild Thing.

Valleyfair is expanding Soak City Water Park for 2015!Breakers Pipeline features four tube slides where riders stand on a platform sixty-five-feet up. The platform falls out from underneath riders sending them through a series of drops, twists and turns.

Breakers Plunge consists of two speed slides that drop riders ninety feet, virtually straight down. The slide complex is a perfect addition to the existing 34,000 square foot wave pool at Breakers Bay. Barefoot Beach is an interactive splash pad spanning nearly an acre. Features include multiple water play elements such as small slides,

aim-and-spray water shooters, and multiple jets of streaming water that spray-up from the ground and cascade down from overhead.

Plus, Dinosaurs Alive!, Planet Snoopy and more all add up to the already full lineup at the 90-acre park, which is the largest amusement park in the upper Midwest.

1 Valleyfair Drive | (952) 445-6500valleyfair.com

PLAN FOR fun!

Dinosaurs Alive! ]

Wild Thing roller coaster ]

] Soak City Waterpark

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CANTERBURY PARKSaddle up for heart-racing, high-speed horse racing fun!

Get ready for some of the most exciting horse racing in the country at Shakopee’s Canterbury Park. A fast season of live thoroughbred and quarter horse racing runs from May 15 through September 12. The track schedules post times that are generally Thursdays and Fridays at 7 p.m. On Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, racing begins at 1:30 p.m. Even when the horses aren’t running at Canterbury, the racing continues. Thanks to 500 TVs, Canterbury’s Race Book is home to year-round simulcast wagering from America’s top tracks. Plus, horse racing is not the only entertainment option at Canterbury.

The 18,000-square-foot Canterbury Card Casino features 50 tables with comfortable seating, full bar and menu with table service. A mix of different casino games are available 24 hours a day. Patrons can test their skills at the poker tables or by visiting the casino games room for conventional table games like blackjack. Canterbury also hosts many other special events and concerts throughout the year.

1100 Canterbury Road

800-340-6361canterburypark.com

Live racing at Canterbury Park May though mid-September

Canterbury Card Casino

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THE LANDINGStep back in timeHistory comes alive at The Landing—Minnesota River Heritage Park—in Shakopee. The idyllic wooded setting stretches along the scenic river valley and brings alive the charm and challenges of life in the 1800s. Families and history enthusiasts of all ages can step into this historic site, which features re-enactments of the rich diversity of early American life, from the early days of the fur trade era to a developing village—complete with its shops, homes, church, town hall and railroad depot. Check the website for special event days. The Landing is open weekends and select holidays, usually mid-March through the end of December, and weekdays all year round. Tour groups may reserve by appointment. The Landing is part of ThreeRivers Parks District.

2187 Highway 101 East | (763) 694-7784threeriversparks.org

LOCAL THEATERThe curtain calls you for live theaterShakopee and the surrounding area, and the greater Twin Cities region, are a hotbed of engaging live theater options that offer top-rate performances all year. Locally, join the River Valley Theatre Company as it offers a season of new productions each year. This joint venture between residents and Shakopee Community Education has been delighting audiences with musicals and plays since 2007. Some scheduled productions for 2015 include:

SCHEDULED PRODUCTIONS FOR 2015

“The Princess and the Pauper”April 24th & 25th at Shakopee West Jr. High School

“Oliver!”July 17th, 18th, 19th, 24th, 25th, & 26th at Shakopee Senior High School

IN THE AREAThe popular Chanhassen Dinner Theatres is a short drive away from Shakopee in Chanhassen. See the separate listing for this well-known attraction on page 15. Plus, Minneapolis and St. Paul are alive with high-caliber theater at places such as the nationally respected Guthrie Theater, Minneapolis’ Children’s Theatre Company, dozens of compelling independents and even a number of stand-up comedy venues.

] The Landing

] The Landing school room

River Valley Theatre ]

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SANDVENTURE AQUATIC PARKMake a splash and cool off this summer with a trip to SandVenture Aquatic Park in Shakopee, with its sand-bottom, chlorinated pool surrounded by a sandy beach, play area and water slides. Simply stated: your kids will love it! The beach is staffed by Red Cross certified lifeguards.

1101 Adams Street | (952) 233-9502ci.shakopee.mn.us/aquaticpark.cfm

SEVER’S CORN MAZEVisiting the Shakopee area in the fall? Then Sever’s Corn Maze should definitely be on your list. Sever’s is open select weekends in September and October for maze walking, live music, a pick-your-own pumpkin patch and other fun autumnal offerings that you and your family are sure to enjoy. Plus, it is a spectacular time of year in Minnesota with the cooler weather and scenic fall colors.

1100 Canterbury Road | (952) 974-5000severscornmaze.com

OTHER ATTRACTIONSMARCUS MOVIE THEATERSAll the latest releases (both 2- and 3-D varieties) are playing at Marcus Movie Theaters.

1116 Shakopee Town Square | (952) 445-5300marcustheatres.com

SHAKOPEE DERBY DAYSShakopee’s popular, summer time community festival, Derby Days, occursduring the first full weekend in August each year. The 2015 dates are July 30 - Aug. 2. The festival features nearly 50 events over a span of five days, including live music, a family fun park, Taste of Shakopee, market fair, fireworks, parade, 5K turf run at Canterbury, and lots more. Most events take place at historic downtown’s Huber Park and are either free or low-cost.

shakopeederbydays.com

SCOTT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY: STANS MUSEUMPreserving and sharing local historyThe Scott County Historical Society - and its Stans Museum - offers intriguing exhibits, outreach and education programs, a collection of more than 1,700 artifacts, an extensive research library, workshops, lectures and guided tours at the museum and throughout the county.

235 Fuller Street | (952) 445-0378scottcountyhistory.org

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MINNESOTA RENAISSANCE FESTIVALStep back in time with lords and ladiesExperience an uncommon event truly like no other. Plan to attend the Minnesota Renaissance Festival. The country’s largest Renaissance-themed festival, this rousing event will delightfully engage and entertain you as the festival grounds are transformed into a 16th-century village, complete with hundreds of unique characters. You’re encouraged to dress the part, too!

On 16 lively stages you’ll find magicians, musicians, comedians, jugglers, mimes and more who entertain the kid in all of us. Plus, cheer on the jousting knights who mount their horses to do battle. And, as mentioned, festival-goers are encouraged to dress the part as well as you stroll the village. Nearly 275 artisans display and sell their handcrafted treasures. Demonstrations are given daily by masters of historic skills such as armor making, bronze casting, glass blowing and calligraphy. And, of course, there’s food! Visitors have more than 150 food choices including the famous roasted turkey drumstick, scotch eggs, soup in a bread bowl and apple dumplings.

The festival is open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on weekends August 22nd - October 4th, plus Labor Day and Festival Friday, October 2nd. Open rain or shine, with free parking!

Located 3 miles south of Shakopee off Highway 169(952) 445-7361renaissancefest.com

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The spooky side of ShakopeeTRAIL OF TERRORFor nearly 20 years, the Trail of Terror has been scaring Minnesota residents and providing a fun experience for those ready to party. More than 15 attractions are part of the fun, including a heated, indoor maze; a hayride; corn maze; Halls of Horror; Karaoke; and more, plus special events such as costume contests. For details and specific dates, visit the website listed here.

Located 3 miles south of Shakopee off Highway 169

(952) 445-7361

trailofterrorfest.com

HALLOWEEN HAUNT AT VALLEYSCARECome mid-September, the Halloween Haunt at ValleyScare takes over Shakopee’s favorite amusement park. ValleyScare is spooky fun for the whole family. Mature Scare-seekers can get their chills at night, when the spookiest goblins are out to play. Children can attend during the day. For details and specific dates, visit the website listed here.

1 Valleyfair Drive | (952) 445-6500valleyscare.com

Open Weekends August 22 - October 4, 2015Plus Labor Day & Festival Friday, October 2

9am to 7pm • Rain or Shine • FREE Parking!952.445.7361 • RenaissanceFest.com

Located 20 miles South of Minneapolis on Hwy 169Packages available for groups of 10 or more!

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One fabulous benefit of visiting and/or staying in Shakopee is that the city is part of the greater Twin Cities metro area. So you’ll be able to sample and enjoy all that’s available in a major urban center, such as gourmet dining, world-class arts and entertainment offerings, a robust theater community, professional sports teams, a renowned zoo, uncommon shopping options, inviting natural attractions, and more. This section highlights those notable items that are within minutes of Shakopee.

PRO SPORTS ACTIONArea plays host to several teamsThe Twin Cities are home to several professional sports teams. Major League Baseball’s Minnesota Twins play “up close” in the new, intimate confines of Target Field in down-town Minneapolis. The Minnesota Vikings currently call TCF Bank Stadium home, and the team will soon be bringing its exciting brand of NFL football to a new stadium. The NBA’s Minnesota Timberwolves offer fast-paced basketball action at the Target Center. The two-time WNBA champions Minnesota Lynx also call Target Center home. Finally, across the river in St. Paul, hockey fans cheer for the NHL’s Minnesota Wild. In addition, the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers have numerous NCAA Division I Athletic Programs.

Minnesota.twins.mlb.comVikings.comNBA.com/timberwolves.comWild.nhl.comwnba.com/lynxgophersports.com

MALL OF AMERICA™

Family fun... and shopping too!Minnesota’s spectacular Mall of America (MOA) is the largest U.S. retail and entertainment center, featuring more than 520 stores, 50 restaurants and many family attractions. Over 40 million guests visit the Mall each year from around the world. You might be thinking of only the world-class shopping at MOA, but there’s a lot more to that picture. Family entertainment options abound! You’ll find Nickelodeon Universe, SEA LIFE Aquarium, the LEGO Store, movie theaters, miniature golf, mirror maze, Hollywood celebrity appearances and more. For more details about the MOA, see the shopping section in this guide starting on page 44.

Mall of AmericaI-494 and Hwy 77, Bloomington(5 minutes from Mpls-St. Paul Airport)(952) 883-8800mallofamerica.com

BIG CITY excitement!] Minneapolis Skyline

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MYSTIC LAKE AND LITTLE SIX CASINOSGaming action and moreIn Prior Lake, less than 10 minutes from Shakopee, are Mystic Lake and Little Six Casinos. Mystic Lake, the Midwest’s largest casino, has 4,000 slot machines and 100 blackjack tables and is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. But the casino is just the beginning. You’ll also find several restaurants, a 600-room hotel, spa facilities, a fitness center and championship golf options. Plus, Mystic Lake welcomes a star-studded list of performers all year. Recent acts have included Carrie Underwood, Sheryl Crow, Jay Leno, Stevie Nicks, Sugarland, Matchbox Twenty, Alan Jackson, Vince Gill, Marilyn Manson, Bret Michaels, Sarah McLachlan and REO Speedwagon.

2400 Mystic Lake Boulevard, Prior Lake(952) 445-9000mysticlake.com

MINNESOTA ZOOA walk on the wild side! The Minnesota Zoo in Apple Valley features animals and species from around the world. The zoo offers amazing exhibits that provide uncommon experiences with animals and their habitats. You’ll discover more than 4,200 animals representing over 500 species from five continents in naturalistic settings including Amur tigers, Chinese takins, South African penguins, wolverines and many other rare and endangered species. Popular exhibits include Discovery Bay, Russia’s Grizzly Coast, Tropics Trail, Wells Fargo Family Farm, 3M Penguins of the African Coast and Medtronic Minnesota Trail.

Two new exciting exhibits/attractions are scheduled for 2015: A new Hawaiian Seal Habitat is scheduled to open this Spring. Monk Seals are extremely endangered with less than 1,500 still remaining in the wild and the MN Zoo will be the 2nd zoo to display these animals. Monk Seal Habitat will feature 5 seals and a 20 foot dive pool.

The Minnesota Zoo is also working to add an Adventure Park with multiple ropes courses outside the zoo entrance for families to enjoy during their visit.

13000 Zoo Blvd, Apple Valley(800) 366-7811mnzoo.org

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TWIN CITIES THEATERTheater offerings abound in regionA vibrant theater community thrives here. Indeed, the Twin Cities boast more theater seats per capita than any U.S. metro region except New York City. Here’s just a sampling of what we’re talking about.

GUTHRIE THEATERWorld ClassThis center for performance, education and training enjoys an international reputation. You’ll find a variety of professional theater offerings here: riveting drama, exhilarating musicals, compelling Shakespeare, witty comedy. Plus, it’s all presented in a facility that Time Magazine called a “21st-century dream factory.” For details and current productions, visit the website below.

818 South 2nd Street, Minneapolis, MN 612-377-2224 or 1-877-44-STAGEguthrietheater.org

INDEPENDENT THEATERThe curtain rises on varietyMinneapolis and St. Paul and environs are loaded withindependent theater offerings, too, such as:

CHILDREN’S THEATRE COMPANY612-874-0400childrenstheatre.org

PLYMOUTH PLAYHOUSE763-553-1600plymouthplayhouse.com

MIXED BLOOD THEATRE612-338-6131mixedblood.com

PENUMBRA THEATRE651-224-3180penumbratheatre.org

HISTORY THEATRE651-292-4323historytheatre.com

OLD LOG THEATRE952-474-5951oldlog.com

CHANHASSEN DINNER THEATRESMusical theater takes the stageHave dinner and enjoy high-class entertainment from the nation’s largest professional dinner theater company. Chanhassen Dinner Theatres in Chanhassen has been delighting audiences since 1968. CDT has been home to world premiere productions and helped launch the careers of many actors and actresses, including Oscar-nominee Amy Adams. Its Playhouse Theatre was home to “I Do! I Do!” which ran a record 22 consecutive years with the original cast.

The dinner theater features shows on three stages: the main stage, Fireside Theatre and Playhouse Theatre. Guests enjoy tableside service, and appetizers, cocktails and desserts are also available. CDT also hosts weddings, meetings and other events.

In the Playhouse on Friday and Saturday nights, enjoy the crazy antics of Stevie Ray’s Comedy Cabaret. The Fireside Theatre in 2015 will host a popular Tribute Concert Series, which will feature tribute bands that pay homage to James Brown, Simon & Garfunkel, The Eagles, The Carpenters and more. Check the theatre’s website for more details.

MAIN STAGE 2015“Disney’s Mary Poppins” Opens February 27th, and runs through August 29th.

501 W. 78th St, Chanhassen | (800) 362-3515chanhassenDT.com

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EXHIBITS & MUSEUMSHistory is alive in local museumsSpend the day traveling back in time at one of the area’s history museums. Here’s a partial list of museums and historical sites in the area:

SCOTT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY/STANS MUSEUM235 Fuller St. S., Shakopee | (952) 445-0378scottcountyhistory.org

CARVER COUNTYHistorical Society555 W. 1st St., Waconia | (952) 442-4234carvercountyhistoricalsociety.org

CHASKA HISTORICAL SOCIETY/CHASKA HISTORY CENTER112 W. 4th St., Chaska | (952) 448-6077chaskahistory.org

NIGHTLIFEFood, Drink, FunBeyond the concerts and the arts, the Twin Cities area provides plenty of other entertainment options. Follow your culinary pursuits with gourmet dining by award-winning chefs, enjoy great live music at a wide range of clubs, or choose a quiet bar or nightspot to unwind. Visit these websites to find out more:

Minneapolis: minneapolis.org

St. Paul: visitstpaul.com

THE ARTSTwin Cities has it allMinnesota generally and the Twin Cities specifically love the arts. Case in point? Historically, according to several sources, Minnesota ranks near the top nationwide in federal and state arts funding. It also has a strong history of private arts philanthropy. This kind of support translates into an exceptionally lively arts landscape. Examples abound:

MINNESOTA ORCHESTRA612-371-5600minnesotaorchestra.org

SAINT PAUL CHAMBER ORCHESTRA651-291-1144thespco.org

HENNEPIN THEATRE DISTRICT800-982-2787hennepintheatretrust.org

MINNEAPOLIS INSTITUTE OF ARTS888-642-2787artsmia.org

WALKER ART CENTER612-375-7600walkerart.org

Chanhassen Dinner Theatres ]

River Valley Theatre ]

Walker Art Center ]

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MINNESOTA LANDSCAPE ARBORETUMNature is always in season at the ArboretumStep into a world of quiet escape where nature shines in all its splendor winter, spring, summer and fall. The University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum in Chaska is the largest public garden in the Upper Midwest, offering something for people of all ages.

Open 363 days a year, the Arboretum is home to gardens, art, workshops, cooking classes, nature hikes and more. Families can learn about plant life in the Marion Andrus Learning Center while gardeners can get their questions answered at the Yard & Garden Desk, located in the Oswald Visitor Center.

Children will love to get lost in the Maze Garden, along the Three-Mile Drive. Stop for lunch in the cafeteria-style restaurant or research botany and natural history in the Andersen Horticultural Library. Whether you’re looking to relax or just enjoy the beauty of nature, the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is a place to appreciate.

3675 Arboretum Dr, Chaska(952) 443-1400arboretum.umn.edu

SMSC WACIPIHeritage and culture celebrated at annual Pow WowEvery August, the artistry and skill of hundreds of Native American dancers take center stage at the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community Wacipi (Pow Wow).

The three-day event brings together dancers in beautiful regalia and singers at the drum, performing the songs of their ancestors and celebrating the Dakota culture. Dancers from around the country compete in contests dances at the “Wacipi” (wah-cheepee), which translates in the Dakota language to “they dance.” Don’t miss the Grand Entry when hundreds of dancers enter the arena following Eagle feather staffs and flags to open each session. The Wacipi also features vendor crafts and traditional moccasin games.

The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community is a federally recognized Indian tribe formally organized under federal reservation status in 1969. Check the website listed here for specific dates and details.

Off County Roads 42 and 83, Prior Lake(952) 445-8900shakopeedakota.orgsmscwacipi.org

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Connecting people, animals and the natural world to save wildlife.Open 363 days a year just minutes south of Mall of America.

Staring contest daily. All species welcome.

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952-934-1525 • ChanhassenDT.com

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Outdoor recreation choices abound in the Shakopee regionGear up for the great outdoors. Shakopee’s location in the gorgeous Minnesota River Valley attracts a large number of outdoor enthusiasts each year who bring their bicycles, kayaks, canoes, cross-country skis, camping equipment and more to the region. Who can blame them, given the area’s ample opportunities for adventure on rivers, streams, lakes, wooded areas, hiking trails and parks. Also, under a joint powers agreement Three Rivers Park District and Scott County combine resources to collectively operate all regional parks and trails in Scott County.

Or, maybe golf is your thing. Shakopee and the surrounding area host a number of beautiful public and private courses, built for players of all skill levels.

YOUR OUTDOOR JOURNEYbegins here!

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CAMPINGIf camping is your thing, you’ll find campgrounds throughout the southwest metro area. And options abound, from rustic settings to RV campgrounds with full amenities such as showers and laundry facilities. Three excellent sources of information for campgrounds are:

THREE RIVERS PARK DISTRICT(763) 559-9000threeriversparks.org

SCOTT COUNTY PARKS(952) 496-8475co.scott.mn.us/parkslibraryenv/parkstrails

CARVER COUNTY PARKS(952) 466-5250co.carver.mn.us/parks

ShakopeeSHAKOPEE VALLEY RV PARK1245 E Bluff | (952) 445-7313Located behind Perkins in Shakopee, near Marschall Road & Hwy 101, along the Minnesota River in the Minnesota River Valleyshakopeerv.com120 Drive-In Sites, Indoor Pool/Hot Tub, Game Room

Prior LakeDAKOTAH MEADOWS CAMPGROUND2341 Park Place | (952) 445-8800 | (800) 653-CAMPdakotahmeadows.com122 Drive-In Sites, Hook-ups, Restrooms, Showers, Laundry

FISH LAKE ACRES CAMPGROUND3000 210th Street East | (952) 492-3393flac.bcpnet.net/FLAC.htm140 Drive-In Sites, Laundry, Outdoor Swimming, Boat Launch and/or Rentals

CLEARLY LAKE PARK CAMPGROUNDThree Rivers Park District | (763) 559-6700threeriversparks.org6 Rustic Hike-In, Bike-In or Horseback Ride-In Sites

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SavageTOWN & COUNTRY CAMPGROUND12630 Boone Ave South | (952) 445-1756townandcountrycampground.com80 Drive-In Sites, Indoor Pool/Hot Tub, Hook-Up, Showers, Laundry

JordanMINNEAPOLIS SW KOAOff Highway 169 south of Shakopee(952) 492-6440koa.com/campgrounds/minneapolis-southwest100+ Drive-In Sites, Hook-Ups, Showers, Laundry

MINNESOTA VALLEY STATE RECREATION AREA19825 Park Boulevard | (952) 492-6400dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/minnesota_valley25 Drive-In Sites, Trails, 9 Rustic Hike-In, Bike-In or Horseback Ride-In Sites

New PragueCEDAR LAKE FARM REGIONAL PARKThree Rivers Park District | (763) 559-6700threeriversparks.org1 Drive-In Site

VictoriaCARVER PARK CAMPGROUNDThree Rivers Park District | (763) 559-6700threeriversparks.org57 Rustic Hike-In, Bike-In or Horseback Ride-In Sites

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SHAKOPEE PARKS & OPEN SPACESShakopee hosts plenty of inviting outdoor space for biking, hiking, walking or just getting out and stretching and enjoying the greenery. The city’s considerable park, open space and trail system includes 11 parks, with nearly 500 acres of developed park land; about 250 additional acres of undeveloped park land and open space; and more than 10 miles of recreation and transportation trails.

SHAKOPEE PARKS AND RECREATION(952) 233-9300ci.shakopee.mn.us

ARCHERY PARK & BOAT LAUNCHThe City of Shakopee provides a boat launch and the Shakopee Archery Park on County Road 101 just north of the Minnesota River. The Archery Park is a joint project with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Minnesota River Valley Chapter of the Minnesota Deer Hunters Association and the City of Shakopee.

551 County Road 101, Shakopee

RAPIDS LAKE EDUCATION & VISITOR CENTERThe trail and wildlife refuge is open sunrise to sunset, all year, so visitors need not wait for visitor center hours to explore. But the inside offers good learning opportunities, including interactive exhibits, over-sized picture windows for excellent wildlife observation, and family-based “check out” activities including nature-based theme backpacks, binoculars and snowshoes, during the winter months. For open dates, times and other information please visit the site below.

15865 Carver Highlands Drive, San Francisco Township in between Jordan & Carver(952) 854-5900fws.gov/midwest/minnesotavalley

THREE RIVERS PARK DISTRICTStill more outdoor adventures can be found in a number of other nearby parks and trails. Many of these parks and trails that visitors enjoy in the Shakopee area are a part of the Three Rivers Park District, which is a park system in the west suburban Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area. The district manages nearly 27,000 acres of park reserves, regional parks, regional trails and special-use facilities. The name “Three Rivers” comes from the area’s geography, situated within the watersheds that flow into three significant rivers to this region: the Mississippi, the Minnesota and the Crow. With facilities for every season, including picnicking, swimming, play areas, boating, fishing, downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, snowboarding, golfing, camping, and sledding, Three Rivers Parks is the place for recreation, play and relaxation. Several of the parks near Shakopee also offer camping options, such as Carver Park in Victoria, Cleary Lake Regional Park in Prior Lake, and Cedar Lake Farm Regional Park in New Prague (see Campground listing in this section). For details on specific parks and trails, visit the district’s website.

THREE RIVERS PARK DISTRICT

(763) 559-6700

threeriversparks.org

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MINNESOTA VALLEY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGETundra Swans are seen here in the fall. Great Blue Herons and Great Egrets congregate to feed on fish. Bald Eagles can also be seen soaring overhead. And these are just a few examples of the wildlife and bird life that can be viewed at the 14,000-acre Refuge, a national wildlife area that is one of the premier areas for birding in Minnesota and is part of the National Audubon’s Minnesota River Valley Birding Trail. The Refuge, strung along 34 miles of the Minnesota River, is an important area for migrating birds.

In addition, the Refuge provides parklands and hiking trails for wildlife viewing and photography. It also provides a variety of volunteer guided bird hikes and nature walks on all of the Refuge Units. Near Shakopee specifically, you’ll find the Louisville Swamp Unit, which includes 13 miles of trails among this marshland that are great for hiking and crossountry skiing. The parking lot for this Unit is near the parking area for the Minnesota Renaissance Festival grounds, which are just south of Shakopee and just off Highway 169.

MINNESOTA VALLEY WILDLIFE REFUGE VISITOR CENTER3815 American Blvd. E., Bloomington | (952) 854-5900fws.gov/midwest/minnesotavalleyFor entrance points, call or visit the main center in Bloomington

RAPIDS LAKE EDUCATION AND VISITOR CENTER15865 Carver Highlands Drive, Carver | (952) 361-4500

MINNESOTA VALLEY STATE RECREATION AREAWelcome to the natural world. Here’s a scenic area with trails that are ideal for hiking, biking, cross-country skiing, horseback riding, mountain biking and snow-mobiling. Plus, it

is located just minutes from Shakopee.

The state-managed Minnesota Valley State Recreation Area is just off Highway 169 near Belle Plaine, and the multi-use Minnesota Valley Trail, which parallels the Minnesota River. The section of trail from Shakopee to Chaska is paved and a natural surface trail runs from Chaska to Belle Plaine. In spring, summer and fall, the park has 41 miles of hiking trails, six miles of surfaced bike trails, 29 miles of mountain bike trails and 29 miles of horse trails. In the winter, the park has five miles of ungroomed cross country ski trails and 35 miles of groomed snowmobile trails. Snowshoeing and dog

sledding are also permitted. You can also camp in the park.

MINNESOTA VALLEY STATE RECREATION AREAdnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/minnesota_valley/index.html

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SnowmobilingThe Shakopee area hosts plenty of trails for snowmobiling. You’ll find more than 200 miles of snowmobile trails in Scott County. A local snowmobile club, the River Valley Trail Blazers, is active in helping to maintain those trails and also in providing a “Park and Ride” service for snowmobilers in the northwest corner of the Canterbury Park parking lot. The club also usually sponsors several snowmobile trips and weekly rides during the season.

RIVER VALLEY TRAIL BLAZERS(952) 445-9130 | rvtb.org

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For a current copy of the local Scott/Carver County snowmobile trail map, call (952) 445-1660.

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STONEBROOKEStonebrooke Golf Club offers a scenic 18-hole course with gorgeous greens, plenty of water and a natural stonewaterfall. As the course’s website states, “With its elevation changes, mature trees and unique mix of great golf holes, it has unequaled character.” Plus, Stonebrooke has an inviting bar and restaurant for re-fueling after your time on the links.

2693 County Road 79, Shakopee(800) 263-3189stonebrooke.com

THE WILDSThis stunningly beautiful 18-hole course has impressivecredentials. Rated 56th nationally among public courses, the club, in nearby Prior Lake, was also named the best new course by The Golfer when the course opened in 1996. Golfers enjoy the natural setting of Ponderosa pines, hardwoods, wetlands and wildlife habitats and revel in the challenge of the course’s 150 feet of elevation changes.

3151 Wilds Ridge, Prior Lake(952) 445-3500golfthewilds.com

RIDGES AT SAND CREEKPlay among the pines at this beautiful course. The 170-acre, par 72 course sits among native trees, winding Sand Creek and natural wetlands.

21775 Ridges Drive, Jordan(952) 492-2644ridgesatsandcreek.com

THE MEADOWS AT MYSTIC LAKEThe Meadows at Mystic Lake has a natural setting, 80 bunkers, 13 holes with water, 20 fountains and a 2,500-ft. stream with four waterfalls making this an uncommon course.

2400 Mystic Lake Drive, Prior Lake(952) 233-5533mysticlakegolf.com

THE LEGENDS GOLF CLUBThis striking18-hole course is nestled in a wooded, yet marshy area on the border of Lakeville and Prior Lake, conveniently located just two minutes from I-35. The course has garnered numerous awards over the years, including the honor, a few years ago, of being named as North American Golf Course of the Year.

8670 Credit River Blvd, Prior Lake(952) 226-4777legendsgc.com

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GOLF ZONEFor off-season visitors to the area, Golf Zone in Chaska offers rain, snow or shine golf with 40 heated stalls, an 18-hole mini-putt facility, indoor practice greens and professionals on staff to get your off-season game up to par.

825 Flying Cloud Drive, Chaska(952) 445-1500yourgolfzone.com

CHASKA MUNICIPAL COURSESJust minutes from Shakopee is the City of Chaska, which plays host to two popular municipal golf courses, the Chaska Town Course and Chaska Par 30. The Town Course’s 18 holes span more than 285 acres of oak groves, open prairie and marshlands. The small yet challenging Chaska Par 30 is an excellent course for beginning golfers or for experienced players looking to improve their short game.

CHASKA TOWN COURSE3000 Town Course Drive(952) 443-3748chaskatowncourse.com

CHASKA PAR 301207 Hazeltine Boulevard(952) 448-7454chaskapar30.com

DAHLGREEN GOLF CLUBAlso located near Chaska, this engaging 18-hole course opened on former farmland in 1969. Today, this popular course is gorgeous and, yes, green.

6940 Dahlgren Road, Chaska(952) 448-7463dahlgreen.com

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TASTE THE AREA’S natural bounty Still another unique, natural element of the Shakopee region and the Minnesota River Valley is the large number of vine-yards, wineries and orchards. Beyond the wine, the apples and other bounty, visitors enjoy a variety of events that are offered at these locales: grape stomps, wine strolls, outdoor musical concerts, on-site country stores, etc. Check these websites for calendars of events.

AREA VINEYARDS & WINERIESCANNON RIVER WINERY421 Mill Street West, Cannon Falls(507) 263-7400 | cannonriverwinery.com

CROFUT WINERY21646 Langford Ave, Jordan(952) 492-3227 | crofutwinery.com

PARLEY LAKE WINERY8350 Parley Lake Road, Waconia(952) 442-2290 | parleylakewinery.com

SOVEREIGN ESTATE VINEYARD AND WINERY9950 North Shore Road, Waconia(952) 446-9957 | sovereignestatewine.com

WOODLAND HILL WINERY731 County Road 30 SE, Delano(763) 972-4000 | woodlandhillwinery.com

WINE NOT YOUR THING?Shakopee is perfect for your next brewcation! Award-winning Badger Hill Brewery’s new taproom will give you a wonderful array of craft beers for whatever your taste may be.

BADGER HILL BREWERY4571 Valley Industrial Blvd S, #500, Shakopeebadgerhillbrewing.com

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Belle PlaineEMMA KRUMBEE’S APPLE ORCHARDTake a bite into a crisp red Minnesota apple, and you’ll discover what makes Minnesota autumn special. Emma Krumbee’s Orchard and Farm in Belle Plaine is the perfect escape for some time in the country. The grounds include a general store, orchard, soda fountain shop, restaurant, hotel, farmers market and greenhouse. Emma Krumbee’s boasts Minnesota’s only hydroponic strawberry patch with more than 30,000 everbearing strawberry plants. During the fall, harvest fresh apples from more than 6,000 trees or come out for the annual Great Scarecrow Festival to see hundreds of handmade scarecrows on display.

Highway 169, 351 Enterprise Drive East, Belle Plaine(952) 873-3006 or (952) 873-2970emmakrumbees.com

CarverBADE’S ORCHARD 1.5 miles west of Highway 41 on Chaska BlvdCounty 61 at 104 Lano Lane. Please call before you come.

(952) 448-4986

ChanhassenMINNESOTA LANDSCAPE ARBORETUM APPLEHOUSELate August through Early November3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska (mailing address)9 miles west of 1-494 on Highway 5 in Chanhassen(952) 443-1439

JordanJIM’S APPLE FARM20430 Johnson Memorial Drive, Jordan, MN 55352(952) 492-6380

MINNESOTA HARVEST ORCHARD8251 Old Highway 169 Blvd at Apple Lover’s Lane(952) 492-2785minnesotaharvest.net

LakevilleAPPLEWOOD ORCHARD, INC.22702 Hamburg Avenue, Lakeville(952) 985-5425applewoodorchard.com

WaconiaDEARDORFF ORCHARDS AND VINEYARDS2.9 miles west of Victoria on Highway 5,turn north on Parley Lake Road(952) 442-1885deardorfforchards.com

WebsterSWEETLAND ORCHARD26205 Fairlawn Avenue, Webster(651) 252-4337sweetlandorchard.com

AREA APPLE ORCHARDS

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CALENDAR of EVENTS

March CHANHASSEN DINNER THEATRESAimee Lee & the Superstars | March 1Mary Poppins | Through August 29100 Years of Sinatra | March 6 & 7Ty Stone: The Soul of James Brown | March 13 & 14Kickin’ It Irish | March 16Love is a Rose: A Linda Ronstadt Tribute | March 20 & 21Stevie Ray’s Comedy Cabaret | Fridays & Saturdays in Marchchanhassenttheatres.com

MYSTIC LAKESarah McLachlan | March 7Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine Live Cooking Show | March 28mysticlake.com

CANTERBURY PARKMotorcycle Life Expo | March 1Road to Kentucky Handicapping Contest | Through May 2canterburypark.com

MALL OF AMERICAWalk to Cure Juvenile Arthritis | March 7Dance with Courage | March 8A Passage to China | March 14 & 15mallofamerica.com

SCOTT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY: STANS MUSEUMStans African Collection | OngoingMaurice Stans: From Shakopee to The White House | OngoingWatergate: The Scandal That Rocked The NationThrough March 2015X Marks the Spot: Mapping Scott CountyThrough August 2016scottcountyhistory.org

MINNESOTA LANDSCAPE ARBORETUM8th Annual APS Show & Sale | Through April 5Creating a Home Landscape You Can Love and EnjoyThrough March 14Weird, Wild and Wonderful | Through April 1arboretum.umn.edu

THE LANDINGMaple Syrup through History | March 21threeriversparks.org

MINNESOTA WILDRegular Season | Through April 11wild.nhl.com

MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVESRegular Season | Through April 15nba.com/timberwolves

AprilCHANHASSEN DINNER THEATRESMary Poppins | Through August 29Michael Monroe: Folk Legends | April 10 & 11Stadium Rock! Featuring the Fabulous Armadillos | April 24 & 25Stevie Ray’s Comedy Cabaret | Every Friday & Saturday in Aprilchanhassentheatres.com

MYSTIC LAKEREO Speedwagon | April 3Actor and Comedian Joel McHale | April 11mysticlake.com

CANTERBURY PARKSpring Festival “An Arts & Crafts Affair” | April 10 - 12Junk Bonanza | April 16 – 18Road to Kentucky Handicapping Contest | May 2canterburypark.com

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SCOTT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY: STANS MUSEUMStans African Collection | OngoingMaurice Stans: From Shakopee to The White House | OngoingX Marks the Spot: Mapping Scott County |Through August 2016scottcountyhistory.org

MINNESOTA ZOOFarm Babies | April 1 – 30mnzoo.org

MINNESOTA LANDSCAPE ARBORETUM8th Annual APS Show & Sale | Through April 5Weird, Wild and Wonderful | April 1arboretum.umn.edu

THE LANDING$3 Tour Days | April 4 & 12Victorian Easter Egg Roll | April 4Heirloom Seed Savers Exchange | April 19threeriversparks.org

MINNESOTA TWINSHome Opener | April 13Regular Season |Through October 4mntwins.com

MINNESOTA WILDRegular Season | Through April 11wild.nhl.com

MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVESRegular Season | Through April 15nba.com/timberwolves

RIVER VALLEY THEATRE“The Prince and the Pauper” | April 24 & 25rivervalleytheatrecompany.com

MayCHANHASSEN DINNER THEATRESMarry Poppins | Through August 29River: The Music of Joni Mitchell, Carole King & Carly Simon May 1 & 2The Sound of Simon: A Tribute to Simon & GarfunkelMay 15 & 16Takin’ It To The Limit: A Tribute to the Eagles | May 21, 22 & 23Transit Authority: A Tribute to Chicago | May 28 & 29chanhassentheatres.com

MYSTIC LAKE Penn & Teller | May 1mysticlake.com

CANTERBURY PARKLive Racing | Begins on May 15Road To Kentucky Handicapping Contest | May 2Kentucky Derby Party | May 2Soundset Festival | May 24canterburypark.com

VALLEYFAIROpening Weekend | May 15 – 17Run & Ride Half Marathon Series | May 16 & 17Soak City Waterpark | Opens May 23valleyfair.com

THE LANDINGCivil War Weekend | May 2 & 3Frontier Families | May 17threeriversparks.org

SHAKOPEE COMMUNITY EVENTS9th Annual Shakopee Cup Soccer TournamentMay 15 – May 17shakopeesoccer.com

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SCOTT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY: STANS MUSEUMStans African Collection | OngoingMaurice Stans: From Shakopee to the White House | OngoingX Marks the Spot: Mapping Scott County Through August 2016scottcountyhistory.org

MINNESOTA TWINSRegular Season | Through October 4mntwins.com

JuneCHANHASSEN DINNER THEATRESMary Poppins | Through August 29Gary Rue’s Only Love Can Break A Heart | June 18Beat Boom! Radio: British Invasion Music | June 19 & 20Sherwin Linton: The Johnny Cash Story | June 26 & 27chanhassentheatres.com

CANTERBURY PARK Live Racing | Through September 12canterburypark.com

VALLEYFAIRRegular Season | Through September 13Soak City Waterpark | Through September 1valleyfair.com

MALL OF AMERICAU.S. Olympic Weightlifting Youth National ChampionshipJune 25 – 28mallofamerica.com

THE LANDINGCivil War Camp | June 9Kid vs. Wild Camp | June 16Advanced Little House on the River Camp | June 16Build a Camp at the Landing | June 23, 24 & 25threeriversparks.org

SCOTT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY: STANS MUSEUMStans African Collection | OngoingMaurice Stans: From Shakopee to the White House | OngoingX Marks the Spot: Mapping Scott County Through August 2016scottcountyhistory.org

MINNESOTA TWINSRegular Season | Through October 4mntwins.com

JulyCHANHASSEN DINNER THEATRESMary Poppins | Through August 29chanhassentheatres.com

CANTERBURY PARKLive Racing | Through September 12Vans Warped Tour | July 26canterburypark.com

VALLEYFAIRRegular Season | Through September 13Soak City Waterpark | Through September 1valleyfair.com

MYSTIC LAKE “Weird Al” Yankovic – The Mandatory World Tour | July 3The Great Midwest Arty Fest: Arts, Crafts, Music & RibsJuly 24 – 26mysticlake.com

RIVER VALLEY THEATRE COMPANY“Oliver!” | July 17 – 19 & July 24 – 26rivervalleytheatrecompany.com

CALENDAR of EVENTS

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THE LANDINGLittle House on the River Camp | July 7Kid vs. Wild Camp | July 14Build a Camp at The Landing | July 21 - 23Bottineau Camp | July 23

SCOTT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY: STANS MUSEUMStans African Collection | OngoingMaurice Stans: From Shakopee to the White House | OngoingX Marks the Spot: Mapping Scott County Through August 2016scottcountyhistory.org

SHAKOPEE COMMUNITY EVENTSShakopee Derby Days | July 30 – August 2shakopeederbydays.com

MINNESOTA TWINSRegular Season | Through October 4mntwins.com

AugustCHANHASSEN DINNER THEATRESMary Poppins | Through August 29chanhassentheatres.com

CANTERBURY PARK Live Racing | Through September 12canterburypark.com

VALLEYFAIRRegular Season | Through September 13Soak City Waterpark | Through September 1valleyfair.com

MINNESOTA RENAISSANCE FESTIVALAugust 22, 23, 29 & 30renaissancefest.com

SHAKOPEE MDEWAKANTON SIOUX COMMUNITYWacipi | August 14 – 16shakopeedakota.org

THE LANDINGLittle House on the River Camp | August 4Kid vs. Wild Camp | August 11Build a Camp at The Landing | August 18-20

SCOTT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY: STANS MUSEUMStans African Collection | OngoingMaurice Stans: From Shakopee to the White House | OngoingX Marks the Spot: Mapping Scott County | Through August 2016scottcountyhistory.org

SHAKOPEE COMMUNITY EVENTSShakopee Derby Days | Through August 2shakopeederbydays.com

MINNESOTA STATE FAIRState Fair | Daily August 27 – September 7mnstatefair.org

MINNESOTA TWINS Regular Season | Through October 4mntwins.com

MINNESOTA VIKINGSPreseason | Schedule TBDvikings.com

©2011 MN Twins photo by Bruce Kluckhohn. Photo courtesy of Meet Minneapolis

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SeptemberCANTERBURY PARK Live Racing | Through September 12canterburypark.com

VALLEYFAIRRegular Season | Through September 13Soak City Waterpark | Through September 1valleyfair.com

VALLEYSCARESeptember 19, 20, 25, 26 & 27valleyfair.com

MINNESOTA RENAISSANCE FESTIVALSeptember 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26 & 27renaissancefest.com

SCOTT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY: STANS MUSEUMStans African Collection | OngoingMaurice Stans: From Shakopee to the White House | OngoingX Marks the Spot: Mapping Scott County |Through August 2016scottcountyhistory.org

MINNESOTA STATE FAIRState Fair | Through September 7mnstatefair.org

SEVERS CORN MAZEOpen weekends | mid-September through Octoberseverscornmaze.com

MINNESOTA TWINS Regular Season | Through October 4mntwins.com

MINNESOTA VIKINGSRegular Season | Schedule TBDvikings.com

October VALLEYFAIRValleySCARE | October 2 - 4, 9 - 11, 16 - 18, 23 - 25 & 30 - 31valleyfair.com

MINNESOTA RENAISSANCE FESTIVALOctober 2 - 4renaissancefest.com

SCOTT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY: STANS MUSEUMStans African Collection | OngoingMaurice Stans: From Shakopee to the White House | OngoingX Marks the Spot: Mapping Scott County | Through August 2016scottcountyhistory.org

SEVERS CORN MAZEOpen weekends through Octoberseverscornmaze.com

MINNESOTA TWINS Regular Season | Through October 4mntwins.com

MINNESOTA VIKINGSRegular Season | Schedule TBDvikings.com

MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES Regular Season | Schedule TBDnba.com/timberwolves

MINNESOTA WILDRegular Season | Schedule TBD

wild.nhl.com

CALENDAR of EVENTS

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NovemberSCOTT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY: STANS MUSEUMStans African Collection | OngoingMaurice Stans: From Shakopee to the White House | OngoingX Marks the Spot: Mapping Scott County | Through August 2016scottcountyhistory.org

MINNESOTA VIKINGSRegular Season | Schedule TBDvikings.com

MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES Regular Season | Schedule TBDnba.com/timberwolves

MINNESOTA WILDRegular Season | Schedule TBDwild.nhl.com

DecemberSCOTT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY: STANS MUSEUMStans African Collection | OngoingMaurice Stans: From Shakopee to the White House | OngoingX Marks the Spot: Mapping Scott County | Through August 2016scottcountyhistory.org

MINNESOTA VIKINGSRegular Season | Schedule TBDvikings.com

MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES Regular Season | Schedule TBDnba.com/timberwolves

MINNESOTA WILDRegular Season | Schedule TBDwild.nhl.com

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AMERICINN LODGE & SUITES4100 12th Avenue East, Shakopee, MN 55379(952) 445-6775 | (800) 634-3444americinn.com

BEST WESTERN SHAKOPEE INN511 South Marschall Rd, Shakopee, MN 55379(952) 445-9725 | (888) 311-1503bestwestern.com

COUNTRY INN & SUITES BY CARLSON1204 Ramsey St., Shakopee, MN 55379(952) 445-0200 | (800) 456-4000countryinns.com/shakopeemn

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS AND SUITES4550 12th Ave East, Shakopee MN 55379(952) 445-2244 | (888) 465-4329hiexpress.com

HAMPTON INN MINNEAPOLIS/SHAKOPEE4175 Dean Lakes Blvd., Shakopee, MN 55379(952) 641-3600 | 1-800-HAMPTONhampton.com

SANDALWOOD STUDIOS & SUITES3910 12th Ave. E., Shakopee, MN 55379(952) 277-0190 | (877) 884-4900sandalwoodsuites.net

SUPER 8 OF SHAKOPEE581 Marschall Rd., Shakopee, MN 55379(952) 445-4221 | (800) 800-8000super8.com

TRAVELODGE - SHAKOPEE1251 E. First Ave., Shakopee, MN 55379(952) 445-5074 | (800) 578-7878tavelodge.com

ECONO LODGE1181 E. First Ave., Shakopee, MN 55379(952) 445-9120 | (888) 223-9146econolodge.com

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DINING out Welcome to variety. Shakopee area cuisine, and notable dining

opportunities in the region, offer a diversity of choices, depending

on your culinary preferences. You’ll discover fine dining options

featuring cuisine handcrafted by award-winning chefs; cozy and

comfortable eateries with affordable menus; flavor-rich ethnic

restaurants offering uncommon dishes; and more. This section

provides a helpful listing to all of the Shakopee area’s dining

options. Plus, showcased here, are a few selected examples

of that aforementioned dining-out variety.

BEYOND SHAKOPEETwin Cities’ award-winning cuisineIn nearby Minneapolis and St. Paul, you will find a stunning array of world-class, award-winning chefs who are cooking up amazing culinary delights. Choices are limited only by your tastes. Visit these websites for more information.

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GREAT FOOD. GREAT PEOPLE. GREAT TIMES.

World Class HandmadeThin Crust Pizza

Minnesota’s BestCrispy Fried Chicken

Certified Angus Beef Burgers

30 Taps | 20 HDTVs

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LION’S TAP

A Local LandmarkLions Tap has been serving up “Famous Hamburgers” for over 55 years. Today, out in suburbia beyond the fast-food factories and the trendy bistros, you can find a truly unique, fresh, made to order burger without the fancy frills, name or pricetag. Using only the freshest ingredients, we handcraft our burg-ers daily, giving each one the special care it deserves! Beer drinkers will also love our line of Lions Tap Craft Beers on draft. Lions Tap - it’s a landmark. It’s a tradition.

16180 Flying Cloud Drive, Eden Prairie(952) 934-5299lionstap.com

TURTLE’S BAR & GRILL

Food and FunSince 1990, this inviting eatery has offered superb food in a true neighborhood bar and grill atmosphere. Looking for variety? Menu choices abound: delicious and certified Angus Beef hamburgers, a long list of specialty burgers, fabulous patty melts and other sandwiches, soups, salads, chicken, pizza, pasta, well, you get the idea. How about a place to watch the game? Turtle’s Bar & Grill has a fun atmosphere and 20 HD screens where you can catch all the sports action with no cover charge. Plus, food and drink specials are offered on most days.

132 1st Avenue E, Shakopee(952) 445-9668turtlesbarandgrill.com

PABLO’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT

Spice up your mealShakopee and the southwest metro area of the Twin Cities are blessed with a number of uncommon ethnic eateries, and one of the most popular among them is Pablo’s. Diners choose from an amazing assortment of delectable options such as spicy enchiladas and fajitas, giant chimichangas, traditional chile rellenos, tasty Mexican salads, hot tortilla soup, and huge burritos and tacos. Pablo’s offers lunch specials on most days. And of course diners love the nacho chips that are served right off the bat once everyone is seated. All of Pablo’s entrees are prepared with the owners’ old family, original California Mexican recipes passed down from previous favorites over the years. Finally, beyond the food, Pablo’s has a powerful, potent and pleasing margarita that has been called “the masterpiece of margaritas.”

230 Lewis Street South(952) 445-9218pablosmexican.com

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APPLEBEE’S1568 Vierling Drive East, Shakopee(952) 233-3400applebees.com

ARBY’S11546 Vierling Drive East, Shakopee(952) 403-6677

8010 Old Carriage Court, Shakopee(952) 445-7370

ARIZONAS RESTAURANT & LOUNGE1244 Canterbury Road, Shakopee(952) 403-9106 arizonalounge.com

ASIAN HON1135 1st Avenue East, Shakopee(952) 496-2880

BURGER KING1330 East 1st Avenue, Shakopee(952) 445-6277 burgerking.com

CARIBOU COFFEE8048 Old Carriage Court, Shakopee(952) 402-0223

1361 Heather Street, Shakopee(952) 445-1004

CHILI’S GRILL & BAR8098 Old Carriage Court, Shakopee(952) 445-2234chilis.com

CHIPOTLE8094 Old Carriage Court, Shakopee(952) 403-6336

COFFEE TA CREAM1157 Shakopee Town Square, Shakopee(952) 445-9008twincitiesicecream.com

CULVER’S OF SHAKOPEE4058 12th Avenue East, Shakopee(952) 233-4141culvers.com

DAIRY QUEEN1251 Tasha Boulevard, Shakopee(952) 233-2717

DANGERFIELD’S1583 East 1st Avenue, Shakopee(952) 445-2245dangerfieldsrestaurant.com

DICKEY’S BARBEQUE PIT8088 Old Carriage Ct N, Shakopee(952) 233-7319dickeys.com

DOMINO’S PIZZA224 East 1st Avenue. Shakopee(952) 445-9200dominos.com

DONUT CONNECTION1037 East 1st Avenue, Shakopee(952) 496-2040donutconnection.com

DQ GRILL & CHILL8021 Old Carriage Court, Shakopee(952) 224-2567dairyqueen.com

EL TORO MEXICAN RESTAURANT1120 First Avenue E, Shakopee(952) 496-9080elloromexicanrestaurant.com

EMMA KRUMBEE’S501 East South Street, Belle Plaine(952) 873-3006emmakrumbees.com

HONG KONG BUFFET1274 Vierling Drive, Shakopee(952) 403-6073

JIMMY JOHN’S1329 Heather Street, Shakopee(952) 746-5990

KFC OF SHAKOPEE837 East 1st Avenue, Shakopee(952) 445-2188 kfc.com

LEINIE LODGE AT ARIZONA’S1244 Canterbury Road, Shakopee(952) 277-0282arizonas.com

LIONS TAP16180 Flying Cloud Dr, Eden Prairie(952) 934-5299lionstap.com

MARCO’S PIZZA1260 4th Avenue East, Shakopee(952) 445-8660marcos.com

MCDONALD’S3990 12th Avenue East, Shakopee(952) 445-8050mcdonalds.com

4058 12th Avenue East, Shakopee(952) 402-9100mcdonalds.com

MR. PIG STUFF1561 First Avenue East, Shakopee(952) 233-7306mrpigstuff.com

PABLO’S230 South Lewis Street, Shakopee(952) 445-9218pablosmexican.com

PANERA BREAD8062 Old Carriage Court, Shakopee(952) 445-8705panerabread.com

PAPA MURPHY’S PIZZA1106 Vierling Drive East, Shakopee(952) 445-8118papamurphys.com

PERKINS1205 East 1st Avenue, Shakopee(952) 445-6475perkinsrestaurants.com

PHO 831244 Canterbury Road, Shakopee(952) 233-1801

PIZZA ‘N’ PASTA584 South Marschall Road, Shakopee(952) 496-0000

PIZZA RANCH1266 Vierling Drive East, Shakopee(952) 233-2122pizzaranch.com

QDOBA MEXICAN GRILL4057 Dean Lakes Boulevard, Shakopee(952) 496-1627

RIDGES AT SAND CREEK21775 Ridges Drive, Jordan(952) 492-2644ridgesatsandcreek.com

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RUBY TUESDAY4135 Dean Lakes Boulevard, Shakopee(952) 403-7893

SAMMY SPEED DOG815 1st Ave. W., Shakopee(952) 405-9510sammyspeeddog.com

SHAKOPEE BAKERY114 East 1st Avenue, Shakopee(952) 445-2663

STONEBROOKE GOLF CLUB2693 County Road 79, Shakopee(952) 496-3171stonebrooke.com

SUBWAY1158 Vierling Drive East, Shakopee(952) 402-0160subway.com

8030 Old Carriage Court, Shakopee(952) 496-2764subway.com

TACO BELL1120 Vierling Drive East, Shakopee(952) 233-1561

TACO JOHN’S/STEAK ESCAPE1301 Heather Street, Shakopee(952) 445-8705tacojohns.comsteakescape.com

TACO LOCO1555 East 1st Avenue, Shakopee(952) 445-5055

THE WILDS GOLF CLUB3151 Wilds Ridge, Prior Lake(952) 445-3500 golfthewilds.com

TOKYO SUSHI & GRILL8080 Old Carriage Court, Shakopee(952) 233-0588tokyosushiandgrill.com

TURTLE’S BAR & GRILL132 East 1st Avenue, Shakopee(952) 445-9668turtlesbarandgrill.com

WAMPACH’S126 West 1st Avenue, Shakopee(952) 445-2721

WHITE CASTLE8011 Old Carriage Court N, Shakopee(952) 233-0338

ZUPPA CUCINA1667 East 17th Ave #104, Shakopee(952) 445-3737zuppacucina.com

815 1st Avenue West, Shakopee

952-405-9510www.sammyspeeddog.com

SUN-THURS 11AM-7PMFRI-SAT 11AM-8PM

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MALL OF AMERICAGreat shopping and family destination!Do you plan your vacations for shopping and family fun? Millions of people do and they love Minnesota’s spectacular Mall of America (MOA)! The largest U.S. retail and entertainment center near Shakopee, MOA features more than 520 stores, 50 restaurants and many family attractions. Over 40 million guests visit the Mall each year from around the world. Here’s why:

WORLD-CLASS SHOPPINGEnjoy leading designer brands at prices lower than many areas in the U.S. with no sales tax on clothing or shoes. Typically, 10 to 15 new stores open each year so there are always new fashions and gift ideas to choose from.

MANY FAMILY ACTIVITIESHave hours of family fun at Nickelodeon Universe. Experience many other family activities including American Girl, SEA LIFE Aquarium, Sky Deck Sports Grille & Lanes, jet simulators, a ropes climbing course, The LEGO Store, movie theaters, a mirror maze, miniature golf and much more. Enjoy more than 400 events annually–all free to visitors–including Hollywood celebrity appearances, music performances and autograph signings.

VISITOR FRIENDLY LOCATIONMall of America is located next to Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport and is just 20 minutes from Shakopee. In addition, Light Rail Transit links Mall of America to downtown Minneapolis.

IN ADDITION, DID YOU KNOW:More than 800 million guests from around the world have visited the Mall during the past two decades.

• The Mall attracts more visitors annually than the combined populations of Canada, South Dakota, North Dakota and Iowa.

• Nine Eiffel Towers could fit inside Mall of America.

• If you spent 10 minutes in each store it would take 86

hours to complete your tour of the Mall.

The MOA is truly the ultimate shopping experience. Visit nearby Bloomington—about 20 minutes away from Shakopee—to find the MOA, the nation’s largest fully enclosed retail and entertainment complex.

Mall of AmericaI-494 and Hwy 77, Bloomington(5 minutes from Mpls-St. Paul Airport)(952) 883-8800

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DESTINATION shopping!

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OUTLET MALLSHow about easy access to outlet prices on major brands like Nike, Gap, Banana Republic and more? You’ll find four major outlet malls in the Twin Cities area: Albertville Premium Outlets, Medford Outlet Center, North Branch Outlets and Twin Cities Premium Outlets. Shop but don’t drop!

ALBERTVILLE PREMIUM OUTLETS6415 Labeaux Ave NE, Albertville, MN 55301(763) 497-6611premiumoutlets.com/albertville

MEDFORD OUTLET CENTER6750 W Frontage Rd #315, Medford, MN 55049(507) 455-4111medfordoutletcenter.com

NORTH BRANCH OUTLETS38500 Tanger Drive, North Branch, MN 55056(651) 674-0017northbranchoutlets.com

TWIN CITIES PREMIUM OUTLETSEagan Outlets Parkway, Eagan, MN 55122(612) 444-8850premiumoutlets.com/twincities

UPTOWN & WEST ENDJust south and west of downtown Minneapolis, you’ll find the trendy Uptown neighborhood, which includes hip boutiques, eateries, Calhoun Square and designer stores for brands such as The North Face, Columbia and Apple. The upscale Shops at West End are just a bit further west of Uptown in St. Louis Park.

CALHOUN SQUARE3001 Hennepin Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55408(612) 824-1240calhounsquare.com

SHOPS AT WEST END1621 West End Blvd, St. Louis Park, MN 55416(763) 450-0554

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When visiting Shakopee and the Twin Cities area, you’ll be in range of several major retail destinations. Mall of America is minutes away in Bloomington. Shakopee also is close to all of the “Dales” of the Twin Cities: Southdale, Ridgedale, etc. Trendy retail areas such as Uptown and the West End are nearby. Plus giant outlet malls are within reach. Also, Shakopee has its own unique collection of shops and boutiques to meet your retail needs, wants and desires. By the way, one thing to keep in mind for you out-of-staters who may not be aware of this: Maybe the best thing about shopping in Minnesota is that there is no sales tax on clothes or shoes!

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SHOPPING CENTERS NEAR SHAKOPEEBURNSVILLE CENTER1178 Burnsville Center, Burnsville(35W & County Road 42)(952) 435-8182burnsvillecenter.com

EDEN PRAIRIE CENTER8251 Flying Cloud Drive, Eden Prairie(Near I-494)(952) 941-7650edenprairiecenter.com

SOUTHDALE CENTER10 Southdale Center, Edina(France Ave South and West 66th St)(952) 925-7874southdale.com

REGIONAL SHOPPINGMALL OF AMERICA60 East Broadway, Bloomington(I-494 and Highway 77)(952) 883-8800mallofamerica.com

RIDGEDALE CENTER12401 Wayzata Boulevard, Minnetonka(I-394/Plymouth Road and/or Ridgedale Dr)(952) 541-4864ridgedalecenter.com

THE GALLERIA3510 Galleria, Edina(952) 925-4321galleriaedina.com

ROSEDALE CENTER10 Rosedale Center, Roseville(651) 633-0872myrosedale.com

DOWNTOWN MINNEAPOLISminneapolis.org/visitor/shopping

DOWNTOWN ST. PAULvisitsaintpaul.com

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LOCAL SHOPSYou never know what you might find at TUPELO—a gift studio. From sea salts to watercolors, kitchen wares to handmade jewelry, the possibilities for creative gift giving are endless. And that’s whether the recipient of the gift is someone else or yourself.

210 Holmes Street South(952) 445-1955

To suit the man in your life, step into BILL’S TOGGERY. The family owned business has been serving Shakopee and the region since 1931, carrying a vast selection of distinguished brands for average and hard-to-fit men.

138 South Lewis Street(952) 445-3735billstoggery.com

SHAKOPEE TRADING POST AND GALLERY displays and sells handmade Native American gifts, jewelry, and crafts from artists all over the United States and Canada. It’s the perfect place to pick up a piece of American history.

723 West First Avenue(952) 496-2263shakopeetradingpost.com

AMOUR CRU features ShabbyChic, vintage, restyled, and Upcycled furniture and home decor. We specialize in taking old things and giving them a new life.

120 First Avenue(952) 445-6685

More than 10 dealers bring their wares to HOW QUAINT’S occasional antique sales. Between sales, the shop re-invents itself by re-decorating and bringing in new merchandise. Check the website for upcoming deals

714 First Avenue East(952) 465-3887how-quaint.com

A trip to EAGLE CREEK QUILT SHOP is sure to please and inspire any sewing or quilting enthusiast. Marvelously located near downtown Shakopee in an old railroad depot (built in 1909), the shop hosts many special events and bus trips.

333 Second Avenue West(952) 233-3774eaglecreekquiltshop.com

ONE SEXY BIKER CHICK apparel is dedicated to women who want to look and feel sexy. Even when you can’t ride, you can wear your attitude. Show the world your passion before you’ve even said a word.

230 First Avenue East(612) 695-4299onesexybikerchick.com

CARIBOU COFFEE (2 LOCATIONS)1361 Heather Street(952) 445-1004

8048 Old Carriage Court(952) 402-0223

COFFEE TA CREAM1157 Shakopee Town Square (952) 445-9008

CUB FOODS1198 E. Vierling Drive (952) 403-1620

CUB LIQUORS1262 Vierling Drive East (952) 403-1620

CROSSROADS LIQUORS471 Marschall Road(952) 445-7242

KOHL’S1529 17th Avenue East(952) 233-8733

PANERA8062 Old Carriage Court(952) 445-8705

RIVERSIDE LIQUORS507 East First Avenue(952) 445-6014

SHAKOPEE WINE CELLARS4041 Dean Lakes Boulevard(952) 233-8777

TARGET1685 17th Avenue East(952) 445-5332

WALGREEN’S1291 Tasha Boulevard(952) 233-7321

WALMART SUPERCENTER8101 Old Carriage Court(952) 445-8013

While you’re visiting the Shakopee area, you may need to find some basic items such as groceries and other products. Here’s a handy list of nearby stores:

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IN AN EMERGENCYCALL .........................................................................911Non-Emergency After Hours ..................................................... (952) 445-1411

HEALTH EMERGENCIESSt Francis Regional Medical Center ......................................... (952) 428-3000

Fariview Ridges Hospital .......................................................... (952) 892-2000

Fairview Southdale Hospital ..................................................... (952) 924-5000

Two Twelve Medical Center .......................................................(952) 361-2447

Ridgeview Medical Center ........................................................(952) 442-2191

Crisis Connection ......................................................................(612) 379-6363

Emergency Services for Children & Vulnerable Adults ............ (952) 445-7751

Greater Minneapolis Crisis Nursery .......................................... (763) 591-0400

Mental Health Crisis Program ................................................... (952) 442-7601

MN Poison Control Center ........................................................(800) 222-1222

Carver-Scott Sexual Violence Center ..........................................(612) 871-5111

Southern Valley Alliance for Battered Women ...........................(952) 873-4214

Scott County Human Services ................................................. (952) 445-7751

Pet Poison HELPLINE™ ............................................................(800) 213-6680

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From soaring roller coasters like Wild Thing and Renegade to the historic 1920s Philadelphia Toboggan Company Carousel, experience the endless thrills of more than 75 rides and aaraccons. Plus, discover something for everyone at Planet Snoopy, Route 76 and the newly expanded Soak City City Waterpark. Create lascng memories with family and friends. Plan your trip today at Valleyfair.com

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