Tucked just a few miles apart, the towns of Hugo and Centerville each offer their own unique charm — especially when it comes to their gift shop scenes.
While small in size, both communities are rich in creativity, local pride and an eye for the thoughtful details that turn a simple shop into an experience.
Whether you're searching for handcrafted candles, quirky home décor, locally made apparel, or just a little something special, Hugo and Centerville invite you to slow down, browse and discover.
In Hugo, customers will find The Argyle Moose, which opened in August 2020. Owned by Celeste and Patrick Knipping, the business prides itself on showcasing Minnesota vendors. Upon walking in the store, customers feel like they are at home. They are greeted by some inside jokes that only Hugonians, especially Facebook users, will understand — like a “Land of 10,000 booms” sign.
The store offers a variety of clothing, candles, jewelry, home décor, art, books, puzzles, greeting cards, pottery, bags, dog items, skin care products, spices, wood products (coasters,
bottle openers, journals), glassware, masks and more.
In Centerville, at Humble Roots Boutique, visitors will discover a captivating collection of Minnesota-made items and handcrafted treasures. The boutique takes immense pride in showcasing the talent of local artisans and the dedication of homegrown companies. From unique home decor to captivating fashion pieces, immerse yourself in the beauty and authenticity of Minnesota craftsmanship. Some items are also available for purchase online.
The Argyle Moose is located at 14755 Victor Hugo Blvd in Suite #110. For more information, visit www. theargylemoose.com. Humble Roots Boutique is located at 7095 Centerville Road. For more information, visit https:// humbleroots.boutique.
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residents can attend a show at the Hanifl Performing Arts Center, take an art class, participate in library programs and spend a day at one of the beaches surrounding the many lakes in the area. There is plenty available to keep you busy all year round in the various communities.
Every community is full of hidden gems — from local businesses and restaurants to a wide range of annual festivals and community celebrations. Events such as farmers markets, art fairs, music festivals, parades and community festivals like Hugo Good Neighbor Days in Hugo and Fete des Lacs in Centerville bring the community together during the summer. In the winter, residents can venture out to the various parks and trails located around the community or take a brief drive to one of the five alpine ski resorts in the area.
When there is not a large community festival going on,
The cities of Hugo and Centerville each offer their own unique charm, especially when it comes to their gift shop scenes, which feature a variety of local makers and artists.
As always, readers should check their community website or call prior to venturing out for a day filled with activity.
If you have news to share with our news team, please send it to news@ presspubs. com. If you are an advertiser and would like to be involved in next year’s edition of The Citizen Insider, please call 651-407- 1200 and ask for a press multimedia representative.
We at Press Publications look forward to spending another year covering all the hidden gems your community has to offer.
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Washington & Anoka County Regional Map
A - Wargo Nature Center
B - Rice Creek Chain of Lakes
C - Hardwood Creek Regional Trail
D - Centerville Beach
E - Big Marine Park Reserve
F - Lions Volunteer Park
G - Bald Eagle-Otter Lake Regional Park
NOVEMBER
Hugo Lions Giving Thanks
When: Weekends before Thanksgiving and Christmas
Where: Throughout Hugo Contact: goodneighbordays.com
Where: Forest Lake Middle School, 21395 Goodview Ave.
Details: Over 120 crafters and vendors. Food and holiday fun. Contact: www.rsgdevelopment. com
Holiday Open House
When: 5-8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 20
Where: Downtown White Bear Lake
Details: Kick off the holidays by shopping locally at downtown retailers and restaurants. Contact: downtownwhitebearlake. com
‘Annie’
When: Nov. 21-Dec. 14
Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake
Details: Classic story performed by Lakeshore Players. Contact: lakeshoreplayers.org
Fast Before the Feast
When: 8:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 27
Where: White Bear Lake County Park, 5050 Lake Ave.
Details: Thanksgiving Day 5K,10K and Turkey Dash with courses along White Bear Lake and through downtown. Registration information online.
Contact: mmraces.com
Community Calendar
Breakfast with Santa
When: 8:30-10:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 29
Where: Lino Lakes Fire Station #2, 1710 Birch Street., Lino Lakes
Details: Spend a morning with Santa. Proceeds benefit the LLVIPS, a nonprofit organization established to aid in funding volunteer programs for the Lino Lakes Public Safety Department. Contact: 651-982-2323
DECEMBER
Santa Party
When: 5-7 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 3
Where: Peder Pedersen Pavilion, Lions Volunteer Park, Hugo Contact: ci.hugo.mn.us
Hometown Holiday
When: 4:30-6:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5
Where: Lakeside Memorial Park, 95 E. Broadway, Forest Lake
Details: There will be a petting zoo, smore’s and hot chocolate, Holiday music and a performance by Dance Teach Studio and the Forest Lake High School Choir. There will also be a tree lighting ceremony.
Contact: www.ci.forest-lake.mn.us
PJ’s with Santa
When: 6 – 8 pm., Friday, Dec. 5
Where: Vadnais Heights Commons, 655 E County Road F.
Details: Photos with Santa, games, treats and more. Parents must accompany children throughout the event. Wear pajamas if you like. Registration required for children under 12.
Contact: cityvadnaisheights.com
Jingle Bear 5K and Kids Fun Run
When: 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 6
Where: White Bear Lake County Park, 5050 Lake Ave.
Details: Run for all ages and abilities. Registration includes jingle bells for shoes. Holiday costumes, dogs on leashes and stroller’s welcome.
Contact: mmraces.com
Christmas in the Park
When: Dec. 13, 3-6 p.m.
Where: Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park, 6970 LaMotte Drive, Centerville
Contact: centervillemn.com
Community Calendar
Winterfest
When: 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 6; Saturday, Dec. 13
Where: Downtown White Bear Lake
Details: Community festival that features horsedrawn carriage rides, visit with Santa, strolling carolers, specials at local shops and restaurants.
Contact: downtownwhitebearlake. com
Hugo Senior Dinner
When: 5 p.m.
Wednesday, Dec. 10
Where: American Legion Post 620
Details: Lions host a complimentary meal to
senior in the Hugo area in collaboration with the Hugo Senior Club.
Contact: 651-429-5433
Secret Holiday Shop
When: 4:15-7:15 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 12
Where: The Rookery Activity Center, 7690 Village Drive, Lino Lakes
Details: Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus. Also, an opportunity for kids to do holiday shopping for their family and friends without parents. Registration required.
Contact: linolakes.us
Winter Wildlife Tracking
When: 10 a.m. – 12:30
Hugo Feed Mill & Hardware
Hugo Feed Mill & Hardware
p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13
Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes
Details: Uncover the journey of an animal by the tracks, trails and signs they leave behind.
Contact: anokacountyparks.com
‘Looney Lutherans: Hold the Lutefisk’
When: 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 21
Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake
Details: This trio of warm, witty women have created a show of family-friendly comedy and songs to help audiences enjoy the spirit of the season, and maybe even create a new holiday tradition to boot.
Contact: lakeshoreplayers.org
JANUARY
Lunch with a Naturalist
When: 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 7
Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes
Details: Bring your lunch and learn.
Contact: anokacountyparks.com
Skate and Sled Night
When: Jan. 17 and Feb. 13, 6-9 p.m.
Where: Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park, 6970 LaMotte Drive, Centerville
Contact: centervillemn. com
FEBRUARY
Hugo State of the City
When: Typically held the second Tuesday in February
Where: Blue Heron Grill
Contact: hugobusinesses.biz
Centerville Lions Ice Fishing Contest
When: Feb. 21
Where: Centerville Lake
Contact: centervillelions@ gmail.com
Hugo Lions Ice Fishing Contest
When: Held annually in February
Where: Big Marine Vets Campground, 11300 180th Street N., Marine on St. Croix
Contact: goodneighbordays.com or hugomnlions@gmail.com
MARCH
Maple Syrup Festival
When: Typically held early to mid-March
Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes
Details: Observe the process of making maple syrup, smell the sweet smoky aroma of boiling sap and enjoy a maple treat.
Contact: anokacountyparks.com
Shake Your Shamrock
When: Typically held mid-to-late March
Where: Kelly’s Korner Bar
Details: 5K and 7K race options on paved trails that are both stroller and pet friendly. Includes a themed necklace.
Contact: mmraces.com/shakeyour-shamrock
MAY
Chain of Giving
When: Typically held in May
Where: Hugo or Lino Lakeslocation varies Contact: colrc.org
JUNE
Hugo Good Neighbor Days
When: June 5-7
Where: Lions Volunteer Park, 5524 Upper 146th St. N., Hugo Details: Events include a parade, carnival, talent show and more. Contact: goodneighbordays.com
City of Centerville Garage Sale Days
When: June 5-6
Where: Throughout Centerville Contact: centervillemn.com
Music in the Park
When: Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. June 9 through July
Where: Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park, 6970 LaMotte Drive, Centerville
Tough Mudder
When: June 27-28
Where: Wild Wings of Oneka
Contact: toughmudder.com
Marketfest
When: Typically begins in mid-June and lasts through July
Where: Downtown White Bear Lake
Community Calendar
Details: Features live music, car show and vendors.
Contact: marketfestwbl.com
Manitou Days
When: June 18- July 4
Where: Downtown White Bear Lake
Details: A three-week summer festival showcasing the lakeside community of White Bear Lake. Includes Fourth of July fireworks show, parade, a beach dance, community garage sale and more. Contact: manitoudays.com
JULY
Fourth of July Carnival & Parade
When: The week and weekend of July 4
Where: American Legion Post 22, 355 W. Broadway Ave., Forest Lake Details: Annual carnival, fireworks show and parade. Contact: www.post225.com
Fete des Lacs
When: Typically held July 14 - 19
Where: Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park, 6970 Lamotte Drive, Hugo
Details: A weeklong community festival to honor Centerville’s history. Contact: fetedelacs.org
Main Street Market
When: July 16, 23, 30 & Aug. 6, 13, 20, 5:30-7:30 p.m
Where: Centerville Road (North) near Centerville Elementary School Parking Lot, followed by Bald Eagle Waterski Club shows at 7 p.m. at Trailside Park
AUGUST
Blue Heron Days
When: Aug. 13-16
Where: The Rookery Activity Center, 7690 Village Drive, Lino Lakes
Details: Features food trucks, a fun festival, carnival and more. Contact: linolakes.us
Hugo Lions Golf Tournament
When: Held annually in August
Where: Oneka Ridge Golf Course
Details: Gather your friends and join the Lions for a day of fun and friendly competition. Contact: goodneighbordays.com
Tough Mudder.
Parks & Nature
City Parks
Centerville
Acorn Creek Park: Playground, swing set, picnic tables and a lot of open space. 1874 Revoir St.
Corner Stone Park: Small courtyard, Veteran’s Memorial, plantings and a kiosk along the Main Street Trail. 1670 Main St.
Eagle Park: Tennis court, pickleball, and playground. 6955 Dupre Road
Hidden Spring Park: Picnic pavilion, benches, grills, rain garden and walking path. No swimming, fishing or boating. 1601 LaMotte Drive.
Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park: Soccer fields, softball fields with bleachers, hockey rink and skateboard park, adjacent to bike/ walking path. 6970 LaMotte Drive.
Royal Meadows Park: Basketball hoop and backstop, swing set and playground. 7161 West Robin Lane.
Tracie McBride Park: Playground and open green space. 1875 Fox Run. Trail Side Park: Benches, pet station, walking path; site of White Bear Waterski Club shows. 7145 Main St.
Clearwater Creek Park: Playground, basketball, picnic shelter, trail. 2270 Tart Lake Road.
Country Lakes Park: Fishing pier, picnic tables, trails. 6600 West Shadow Lake Drive.
LaMotte Park: 6936 LaMotte Drive, Open green space.
North Pointe Park: Playground, Pickleball & Basketball Court, Trails and Shelter. 6690 21st Ave S.
Pheasant Hills Park: Playground, basketball court. 6659 Sherman Lake Road.
Shenandoah Park: Playground and picnic tables. 475 Arrowhead Drive.
Regional Parks
Bald Eagle-Otter Lakes Regional Park: Bald Eagle Section, 5800 Hugo Rd., White Bear Township; Otter Lake Section, 5750 Otter Lake Rd., White Bear Township. 885 acres including Bald Eagle Lake, Otter Lake and Tamarack Nature Center. Hiking, snowshoeing and cross-country ski trails, boating, picnicking (one shelter), off-leash dog park and activities at Tamarack Nature Center. ramseycounty.us
Big Marine Park: 17495 Manning Trail N., Marine on St. Croix. 1,800 acres of excellent natural resource features, including the St. Croix Valley/northeast ground moraine and high-quality upland and wetland wildlife habitat. Boat launch, fishing pier, and swimming
Parks & Nature
on Big Marine Lake; paved hiking trails, cross-country skiing, picnic shelters, nature programs and play area. washingtoncountymn.gov
Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Park Reserve: 7373 Main Street, Lino Lakes. This 5,500-acre regional park contains some of the most significant wildlife habitat and water resources in the metropolitan area. The Wargo Nature Center, Chomonix Golf Course, Rice Creek Campground and Centerville Lake Beach are located within the park. Other amenities include picnic areas, boat launch, paved biking trails, hiking trails, canoe and boat launches, playgrounds, cross country ski trails and a fishing pier located on Peltier Lake east of the entrance to the park. 763-3243300 or anokacountymn.gov.
Square Lake Park: 15450 Square Lake Trail N., Stillwater. Square Lake Park is designated as a special regional recreational feature by the Metropolitan
Council and offers some of the clearest waters in Minnesota, drawing scuba divers from throughout the region. Boat launch, canoe (access to Square Lake), fishing (pier), picnic, scuba diving, swimming beach. washingtoncountymn.gov.
White Bear County Park/Ramsey County Beach: 5050 Lake Ave., White Bear Lake. 900 feet of shoreline on 2,400-acre White Bear Lake with boat launch, fishing, playground, picnic area. ramseycounty.us
Nature Centers
Carlos Avery Wildlife Management Center: Headquarters seven miles west of Forest Lake on West Broadway Avenue. Primarily used for hiking, hunting and bird watching. 651-539-3324.
Tamarack Nature Center: 5287 Otter Lake Road, White Bear Township. 320-acre park preserve with picnic shelter, half-mile paved trail,
more than four miles of woodchip paths, indoor exhibit area with restrooms. 651-266-0360 or ramseycounty.us
Joseph E. Wargo Nature Center: 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes. Trails, gardens and a visitors’ center with exhibits, restrooms and kayak rentals; summer camps and other youth activities, as well as senior programs and other special events. Home to native plant and animal life including muskrats, red foxes, grey and red squirrels, woodchucks, weasels, deer and birds. Part of Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park Reserve. Rents canoes, kayaks, snowshoes and kicksleds. 651-324-3350 or anokacountymn.gov.
Wildlife Science Center: 22830 Sunrise Road NE, Stacy. Nationally recognized education and research facility; home to 90 animals of different species. Tours available. 651-464-3993 or wildlifesciencecenter.org.
American Legion BBQ.
Lions Volunteer Park
The city’s oldest park, Lions Park, received a major makeover in 2021-2022 and was renamed Lions Volunteer Park.
The City Council approved a master plan for the park back in 2015. The council revitalized the project and approved a feasibility study in June 2020. In October that year, a community workshop was held and three stakeholder committees were formed to refine the design of the playground, pavilion and overall park layout.
The council approved the designs and authorized the preparation of construction documents in January 2021. The Planning Commission unanimously recommended the council approve the site plan,
which the council approved in April 2021. Construction began in July 2021, after Good Neighbor Days, and a grand opening was held in September 2022.
Lions Volunteer Park is a 10acre community park located in downtown Hugo near City Hall. The park has an open lawn for community events. It also has a double pickleball court, tennis court and skate park. It features a 22,000 square foot fenced playground with sand play, zip lines, athletic challenge course for ages 12 and up, and play features for a wide range of ages and abilities. There is also a picnic shelter, many seating areas and restrooms available to the public. There is
a perimeter trail and a lit interior pedestrian loop for a variety of walking and rolling options.
The community facility, called the Peder Pedersen Pavilion, is available to rent. The 5,500-squarefoot pavilion is named after Peder Pederson, who has been a Hugo Lion since 1975 and previously served on the city’s Parks Commission for many years. He was instrumental in the land acquisition for Irish Avenue Park and has also been very active with Habitat for Humanity, his homeowner’s association, church and installing city playgrounds over the years.
Lions Volunteer Park is located at 5524 Upper 146th St. N.
Education
Public Schools
Centennial School District 12
District Office, 4707 North Road Circle Pines, MN 55014, 763-7926000, isd12.org.
Overview
Centennial School District 12 is the connecting hub for the communities of Blaine, Centerville, Circle Pines, Lexington and Lino Lakes, with nine schools serving over 6,500 students in grades K-12 and a comprehensive early childhood program.
Governance
Centennial School District is governed by a six-member school board. Meetings are held at 6:30 p.m. in the district office board room. Meetings are open to the public. For the meeting calendar, agendas, watch live-stream, or view meetings from the archive, visit isd12.org.
Board Members
(Members may change depending on general election)
Heidi Hansen hhansen@isd12.org
Sue Linser slinser@isd12.org
Tom Knisely tknisely@isd12.org
Craig Johnson cmjohson@isd12.org
Gloria Murphy gmurphy@isd12.org
Jessica Schwinn jschwinn@isd12.org
Administration Superintendent
Jeff Holmberg
763-792-6010 or jholmberg@ isd12.org
Schools
Blue Heron Elementary
405 Elm Street, Lino Lakes, MN 55014, 763-792-6200
Centennial Elementary
4657 North Road, Circle Pines, MN 55014, 763-792-5300
399 Elm Street, Lino Lakes, MN 55014, 763-792-5400
Centennial High School
4757 North Road, Circle Pines, MN 55014, 763-792-5000
Alternative Education
Centennial Area Learning Center 4881 101st Lane NE, Circle Pines, MN 55014, 763-398-2960
Pines School
7555 4th Ave., Lino Lakes, MN 55014, 763-278-4010
Centennial Community Education 4707 North Road, Circle Pines, MN 55014, 763-792-6100
Centennial Preschool
Part-day and full-day preschool experiences held at each of the elementary schools and the Early Childhood Center, isd12.org or 763-792-6120
Kids Club and Pre-K Kids Club Child care available before and after school hours and non-school
days. isd12.org or 763-792-6193
Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE)
Learning opportunities, resources and activities for families with children from birth to kindergarten age, isd12.org or 763-792-6120
Early Childhood Special Education
Valuation and educational services for children ages birth to kindergarten. 763-792-6123
Facilities
763-792-6100
Centennial Sports Arena
763-792-6090
Centennial Area Education Foundation: CAEF, a nonprofit corporation comprised of volunteers, is dedicated to raising money to enrich students’ experience in Centennial schools. caefoundation.org
Forest Lake Area School District 831
District Office, 6100 N. 210th St., Forest Lake, MN 55025 651-9828100, flaschools.org
Overview
Forest Lake Area School District 831 serves portions of Lino Lakes, in addition to Forest Lake, May Township, Scandia, Wyoming, Columbus, Linwood Township and parts of Marine on St. Croix, Hugo, Stacy, Ham Lake, Wyoming Township and East Bethel. The district serves approximately 7,000 students in seven elementary school buildings (K-6), a middle school (7-8), a senior high school (9-12), and an area community school (9-12).
Governance
School board meetings are generally held at 6 p.m. the first Thursday of each month and at 7
p.m. on the third Thursday of each month at the district office, 6100 N. 210th Street, Forest Lake.
Board Members
(Members may change depending on general election)
Forest Lake Area Middle School 21395 Goodview Ave N, Forest Lake, MN 55025, 651-982-3000
Forest Lake Area High School
6101 Scandia Trail N., Forest Lake, MN 55025, 651-982-8400
Forest Lake Community Education 651-982-8110
White Bear Lake Area Schools ISD
624
District Service Center at Sunrise Park, 2399 Cedar Ave., White Bear Lake, MN 55110, 651-407-7500, isd624.org
Overview
White Bear Lake Area Schools serves all or parts of Birchwood, Gem Lake, Hugo, Lino Lakes, Little Canada, Maplewood, North Oaks, Vadnais Heights, White Bear Lake, and White Bear Township. The District services nearly 9,000 students in nine elementary schools (K-5), two middle schools (6-8), a high school (9-12), an Area Learning Center, early childhood (birth-5), and transition plus (special education 18-21), as well as adult education and senior programs.
Governance
White Bear Lake Area Schools (Independent District 624) is governed by a seven-member Board of Education that meets the second and fourth Mondays of the month during the school year. Business meetings are held in District Center, Community Room (Room 112) at 5:30 p.m.; Workstudy meetings begin at 5:30 p.m. (See the calendar for the most up-to-date meeting times.)
Board members
(Members may change depending on general election)
Scott Arcand scott.arcand@isd624.org
Deb Beloyed deb.beloyed@isd624.org
Jessica Ellison jessica.ellison@isd624.org
Angela Thompson angela.thompson@isd624.org
Kathleen Daniels kathleen.daniels@isd624.org
Christina Streiff Oji chris.streiff-oji@isd624.org
Daniel Skaar dan.skaar@isd624.org
Administration
Superintendent
Dr. Wayne Kazmierczak 651-407-7563, wayne. kazmierczak@isd624.org
Registration
The White Bear Lake Area School District has a centralized Enrollment Center at the District Center Office, allowing parents to enroll their students in one centralized location. Phone: 651407-7674
Elementary Schools (K-5)
Birch Lake Elementary 1616 Birch Lake Ave., White Bear Lake, MN 55110, 651-653-2776
Lakeaires Elementary 3963 Van Dyke St., White Bear Lake, MN 55110, 651-653-2809
Lincoln Elementary 1961 Sixth St., White Bear Lake, MN 55110, 651-653-2820
Matoska International IB World School 2530 Spruce Place, White Bear Township, MN 55110, 651-6532847
North Star Elementary 15198 Forest Blvd., Hugo, MN 55038, 651-242-5500
4855 Bloom Ave., White Bear Lake, MN 55110, 651-407-7696, wblaef. org
Mahtomedi Public Schools ISD 832
District Education Center, 1520 Mahtomedi Ave., Mahtomedi, MN 55115, 651-407-2000, mahtomedi. k12.mn.us
Overview
Mahtomedi School District 832 covers approximately 28 square miles including the east shore of White Bear Lake and serves Willernie, Mahtomedi, Dellwood, Pine Springs, and portions of Hugo, Lake Elmo, Grant, and White Bear Lake. School district resident population is nearly 17,000, and nearly 3,300 students attend early childhood programs, two elementary schools, a middle school, a high school, and the Mahtomedi Passages Transition Program.
District Enrollment
Contact the district office for information about open enrollment.
Governance
The Mahtomedi School Board typically meets at 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Monday of each month at the District Education Center.
Board members
(Members may change depending on general election)
Mahtomedi Area Preschool (co-located with Wildwood Elementary School) 651-4072441
Mahtomedi Adventure Club (school-age care)
O.H. Anderson, 651-407-2350 or Wildwood, 651-407-2150
Adult/Senior Programs
651-407-2018
Mahtomedi Area Educational Foundation 651-406-2006, maefgives.org
Arts, Culture & Recreation
The Hugo, Centerville area offers plenty of opportunities and fun things to do, all within an hour’s drive. Please call or check the websites we provide for the following listings before you go, as some locations may be closed and/or activities canceled.
Art Centers
White Bear Center for the Arts: 4971 Long Ave., White Bear Lake. 651-407-0597 or whitebeararts.org
ArtReach:
St. Croix: 224 N. 4th St., Stillwater. 651-439-1465 or artreachstcroix. org
Art Markets
(seasonal)
Marketfest:
Downtown White Bear Lake on select Thursdays in the summer. marketfestwbl.com.
Arts in the Park: Lakeside Park, downtown Forest Lake. Tuesdays from 5-9 p.m., Mid June to end of Aug.
Summer Tuesdays: Lowell Park, Downtown Stillwater. Tuesdays from 5-9 p.m., July & Aug. summertuesdays.com.
Centerville Main Street Market: Next to Centerville Elementary, Thursdays 5:30-7:30 p.m., www. facebook.com/CentervilleMainStreetMarket
Swimming Beaches
(see parks for other local beaches)
Bellaire Beach: 2499 South Shore Boulevard, White Bear Township.
Big Marine Park: 17495 Manning Trail N., Marine on St. Croix. Some 400 linear feet of
Lake Elmo Park Reserve: 1515 Keats Ave. N., Lake Elmo. Swimming beach, restrooms, picnic area, playground.
Mahtomedi Beach: 1045 Park Avenue, Mahtomedi.
Memorial Beach: 4980 Lake Ave. N., White Bear Lake.
Square Lake Park: 15450 Square Lake Trail N., Stillwater. Swimming beach, boat launch, fishing pier; clear water for scuba diving.
Turtle Lake County Park: 4979 Hodgson Rd., Shoreview. 200 ft. unguarded swimming beach.
Vadnais-Snail Lake Regional Park:
4191 Snail Lake Blvd., Shoreview. Swimming, volleyball, playground, concession stand, more than five miles of paved trails.
White Bear County Park/Ramsey County Beach:
5050 Lake Ave., White Bear Lake. Beach, play area, picnic tables, boat launch.
Bicycle Rental
BierCycle Adventures:
Pedestrian Mall on Water St. 651300-2202 or biercycleadventures. com. Tours of Stillwater for up to ten peddlers, and 3 non-peddlers, with guide.
Herman Electric Bikes:
209 S. Main St., Stillwater. 651342-1914 or coffeebeansandbikes. com
Wahoo Adventures:
651-280-7299 or mywahooadventures.com. Bicycle rentals and tours, and all-inclusive bicycle treks.
Centerville Music in the Park
Arts, Culture & Recreation
Boat/Canoe/Kayak/ Paddle Board Rentals
Tally’s Dockside:
4441 Lake Ave. S., White Bear Lake. Rents canoes, motorboats, pontoons and pedal kayaks and paddle boards on White Bear Lake. 651-429-2633 or cghooks. com.
Eric’s Canoe Rental:
Shuttle Lot 1155 Chisago St., Taylors Falls, 651-270-1561 or ericscanoerental.com. Canoe rental and shuttle service available at this location and also at Wild River State Park.
Taylors Falls Canoe and Kayak Rental:
307 Milltown Rd., Taylors Falls, MN. 651-465-1080 or taylorsfallscanoe.com. Trips available from Taylors Falls to Osceola Landing (7 miles) or William O’Brien State Park (17 Miles). Canoe base located inside Minnesota Interstate Park.
Wahoo Adventures:
Kayaking tours and lessons. 651280-7299 or mywahooadventures. com.
Wargo Nature Center: 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes. Canoe and kayak rentals. 763-324-3350.
Boat Cruises
Admiral D’s: 4424 Lake Ave. S., White Bear Lake. Public cruises on White Bear Lake, 651-846-9036 or admiraldswbl.com.
Stillwater River Boats:
525 South Main St., Stillwater. Paddleboat cruises down the St. Croix. 651-430-1234 or stillwaterriverboats.com.
Taylors Falls Scenic Boat Tours:
220 South St., Taylors Falls. Daily excursion, lunches, history cruises, private charters, weddings and receptions. 651-465-6315 or taylorsfallsboat.com.
Gondola Romantica: 425 East Nelson Street, Stillwater, MN. 651-439-1783 or gondolaromantica.com.
St. Croix River Cruises: Hudson City Pier, Hudson, WI, 651-436-8883 or stcroixrivercruises.com
Bowling
Bowlero: 11351 Ulysses St. NE, Blaine. Blacklight bowling, arcade, play area, laser tag. 763-561-2230 or bowlero.com.
Bowling Flaherty’s Arden Bowl: 1273 W. County Rd. E, Arden Hills. 651-633-1777 or flahertysbowl. com
PINZ:
7520 32nd Street N., Oakdale. 651770-8000 or pinz.com.
Split Rocks Entertainment Center:
5063 273rd St., Wyoming. 651462-6000 or splitrocksmn.com.
Stillwater Bowl and Lounge: 5862 Omaha Ave., Oak Park Heights. 651-439-2444 or stillwater-bowl.com
Breweries
Big Wood Brewery: 3429 Centerville Rd., Vadnais Heights, bigwoodbrewery.com.
Lift Bridge Brewery: 1900 Tower Drive W., Stillwater. 888-430-2337 (BEER) or liftbridgebrewery.com.
Thor’s Hard Cider:
Taproom at Aamodt’s Apple Farm, 6428 Manning Avenue N., Stillwater. 612-345-0137 or thorshardcider.com.
Aamodt’s Apple Farm Inc.: 6428 Manning Ave. N., Stillwater. 651-439-3127 or aamodtsapplefarm.com.
Autumnwood Farm: 19435 Granada Ave. N., Forest Lake. Family farm and on-site micro-creamery that sells dairy products. 651-464-0776 or autumnwoodfarmmn.com.
Axdahls Garden Farm: 7452 Manning Ave., Stillwater. Minnesota-grown produce and CSA. 651-439-3134 or axdahlsfarm.com
The Berry Patch: 10456 192nd St. N. Forest Lake. Pick your own raspberries and blueberries. 651-433-3448 or berrypatchmn.com
Pine Tree Apple Orchard: 450 Apple Orchard Road in White
Bear Lake. Pick your own strawberries, apples. 651-429-7202 or pinetreeappleorchard.com.
Pinehaven Farm:
28186 Kettle River Blvd., Wyoming. Seasonal special events or pinehavenfarm.com.
Waldoch Farm:
8174 Lake Drive, Circle Pines. Pick your own produce. 651-780-1207 or waldochfarm.com
Golf Courses –Public
Applewood Hills Public Golf Course:
11840 60th St. N., Stillwater. 651439-7276 or applewoodhillsgolf. com.
Castlewood Golf Course:
7050 Scandia Trail N., Forest Lake. 651-982-4707 or castlewood.golf.
Chomonix Golf Course:
700 Aqua Lane, Lino Lakes. 763324-3434 or chomonixgolf.com.
Gem Lake Hills Golf Course: 4039 Scheuneman Road, Gem Lake. 651-429-8715 or gemlakehillsgolf.com. Also offers Foot Golf.
Keller Golf Course: 2166 Maplewood Dr., Maplewood. 651-766-4170 or ramseycounty.us.
Aamodt’s Hot Air Balloon Rides: 6428 Manning Ave., Stillwater. 651-351-0101 or aamodtsballoons. com.
Stillwater Balloons:
135 Saint Croix Trail N., Lakeland. 651-439-1800 or stillwaterballoons.com.
Hunt Clubs/Shooting Ranges
Victory Links:
National Sports Center, 2010 105th Ave. NE, Blaine. 763-7173240 or victorylinks.nscsports. org.
Historical Societies
Anoka County Historical Society: 2135 3rd Avenue N, Anoka. 763421-0600 or anokacountyhistory. org. Museum with exhibits and tours, including ghost tours.
Forest Lake Area Historical Society: 612-309-6382 or forestlakehistory.org.
Hopkins Schoolhouse & Heritage Center Committee: hopkinsschoolhouse.org
White Bear Lake Area Historical Society: 651-407-5327 or whitebearhistory.org
Hugo Historical Commission: 651-604-7389 or ci.hugo.mn.us/ histcomm.
Washington County Historical Society:
1862 S. Greeley St., Stillwater, 651-439-2298 or wchsmn.org.
Emagine White Bear: 1180 County Road J, White Bear Township. 651-653-3243 or emagine-entertainment.com. Luxury seating and bar service.
Marcus Oakdale Cinema: 5677 Hadley Ave. N., Oakdale. 651770-4992 or marcustheatres.com. Stadium seating and Bistro/bar service.
Museums
Fillebrown House: 4735 Lake Ave., White Bear Lake. 651-407-5327.
Hay Lake School and Erickson Log House Museum: 14020 195th St., Marine on St. Croix, 651-433-4014. Open Friday-Sunday 12 to 4p.m.
Arts, Culture & Recreation
Warden’s House Museum:
602 N. Main St., Stillwater. 651439-5956. Open Thursday – Sunday. Originally built in 1853 as the residence of the Stillwater territorial prison warden.
Washington County Historic Courthouse: 101 W. Pine St., Stillwater. 651-2757075 or washingtoncountymn.gov.
Music
Lake Country Chorus: Open to female singers of all ages who perform throughout the area. lakecountrychorus.org.
Shoreview Northern Lights Variety Band: Community band rehearses every Tuesday, 7-9 p.m. snlvb.com.
Vallee de Croix Chorus/Sweet Adelines:
Four-part a cappella chorus singing pop, country, gospel, patriotic and show tunes. valleedecroix.org.
Racquetball/ Handball/Pickleball
Lions Volunteer Park: 5524 Upper 146th St. N., Hugo. Two courts can be used for tennis or pickleball.
Skate Parks
(unsupervised unless noted)
Lions Volunteer Park: 5524 Upper 146th St. N., Hugo. Includes a quarter pipe, bank ramp, pyramid, grind rails, skittle pad and dragon back.
Shoreview Commons Skatepark Plaza:
Shoreview Community Center: 4580 Victoria St. N., Shoreview. Pickleball. 651-490-4700 or shoreviewmn.gov.
White Bear Lake Sports Center: 1328 East Highway 96, White Bear Lake. 651-747-3650. Racquetball, handball and wallyball.
North side of Shoreview Community Center, 4580 Victoria St. N., Shoreview. Concrete plaza that includes stairs, handrails, benches and a transition section
Green Acres Recreation: 8989 55th St. N., Lake Elmo. 651592-9944 or greenacresrec.com. Snow tubing.
Skiing, CrossCountry
See Park listings for more information: Tamarack Nature Center, Brown’s Creek Nature Preserve, Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park, St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park, Lake Elmo Park Reserve, Pine Point Park, Afton State Park, William O’Brien State Park, Gateway State Trail.
2232 100th Avenue, Dresser, Wisconsin, 2.0 km lighted, groomed trail. 651-433-5141, 715-755-2955 or trollhaugen.com.
Tennis
Arena Acres Park: 519 Andall St., Lino Lakes.
Beltz Park: 11th Avenue SE and South Shore Drive, Forest Lake.
Columbia Park: 1756 Hwy 96 E., White Bear Township.
Eagle Park: 6955 Dupre Rd., Centerville.
Four Seasons Park: 5287 Hugo Rd., White Bear Township.
Lions Park: 5524 N. Upper 146th St., Hugo, under the water tower at City Hall.
Val Jean Park: 14271 Val Jean Blvd. N, Hugo.
Theater (Live)
Children’s Performing Arts:
Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave., Suite 111, White Bear Lake. 651-336-8613 or www. childrensperformingartsmn.org. Theatre education for children.
Lakeshore Players Theatre: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake. 651-426-3275 or www.lakeshoreplayers.org. Community theatre offers performing arts productions and classes.
The Zephyr Theatre: 601 Main St. N., Stillwater, 651300-4942 or stillwaterzephyrtheatre.org. Professional theatre providing live performances, music, dance, education and artistic opportunities for all ages. Held in the old Zephyr Train Depot in Stillwater.
“The Older the Better” vintage sled event at Blacksmith Lounge in Hugo.
Arts, Culture & Recreation
Trails for Hiking, Biking or Blading
(also see “Parks” section of guide)
Browns Creek Nature Preserve: Located at the corner of McKusick Road and Neal Avenue in Stillwater. 5.9 mile trail constructed on the former Minnesota Zephyr railroad grade connecting the Gateway Trail in Grant to the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway in Stillwater, and also connects to other local park and trail systems. Trail is generally level and accessible to users of all abilities.
Bruce Vento Regional Trail:
Thirteen miles of paved pedestrian and biking trails passing through St. Paul, Maplewood, Vadnais Heights, Gem Lake and White Bear Lake. ramseycounty.us.
Gateway Trail:
18.3-mile state trail cutting through parts of Ramsey and Washington counties. Some is wheelchair-accessible. Offers access to downtown and the State Capitol complex in St. Paul, as well as Phalen-Keller Regional Park. For 9.7 miles between I-694 and the eastern end at Pine Point Park, the paved trail adjoins a separate, unpaved trail used for horseback riding or carriage riding. dnr.state. mn.us.
Lake Links Trail:
Designated bike trail around White Bear Lake. Some sections have designated lanes for biking/ walking; some sections share road shoulder.
Rice Creek North Regional Trail:
7401 Main St., Lino Lakes. Paved bike trail starting at Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park Reserve and running west through the Shoreview area to Long Lake
Regional Park. 763-324-3300.
St. Croix River Crossing Loop Trail:
4.7 mile loop trail connects Stillwater and Houlton, Wis. via the historic lift bridge and the new St. Croix Crossing Bridge.
Streetcar Trail:
Parallel to Lincolntown Avenue, Mahtomedi.
Sunrise Prairie/Hardwood Creek Trail:
Follows the original Lake Superior and Mississippi Rail Line and runs through North Branch to the southern border of Chisago County, where it becomes Hardwood Creek Trail and continues south to downtown Hugo.
Water Parks
Tropics Indoor Water Park:
Shoreview Community Center: 4580 N. Victoria, Shoreview. 651490-4700 or shoreviewmn.gov.
Battle Creek Waterworks: 2401 Upper Afton Rd., Maplewood. Outside. 651-266-0335 or ramseycounty.us. (Closed until Spring 2026)
Wild Mountain Waterpark:
Outdoor waterpark, Alpine slide, go-karts and new Freefall Xperience. 37200 Wild Mountain Road, Taylors Falls. 651-465-6365, or wildmountain.com.
Wineries
7 Vines Vineyard: 101 Hwy 96 E., Dellwood. 651-4786300 or 7vinesvineyard.com.
Rustic Roots Winery: 20168 St. Croix Trail N., Scandia. 651-433-3311 or rusticroots.wine.
St. Croix Vineyards:
6428 Manning Ave., Stillwater. 651430-3310 or scvwines.com.
Winehaven Winery and Vineyard:
10020 Deer Garden Ln., Chisago City. 651-257-1017 or winehaven. com.
YMCA
Forest Lake YMCA:
19845 Forest Road N. Forest Lake. 651-259-2133 or ymcanorth.org
White Bear Area YMCA: 2100 Orchard Ln., White Bear Lake. 651-777-8103 or ymcanorth.org
Main street Market in Centerville.
Centerville
Estimated population 2020: 3,896 (Source: census.gov)
City Hall
1880 Main Street, Centerville, 651429-3232, centervillemn.com
Office hours
7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Mon-Fri
City Council
(Members may change depending on general election)
Meets at 6:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at Centerville City Hall.
Mayor Nancy Golden ngolden@centervillemn.com, 651792-7941
Anita Rios arios@centervillemn.com, 651-7927937
Russ Koski rkoski@centervillemn.com, 612-7417189
David Kubat dkubat@centervillemn.com, 651792-7946
Linda Broussard Vickers lbroussardvickers@centervillemn. com, 612-296-6315
Junior Council Member
Sophie Wynn swynncentervillemn@gmail.com, 651-429-3232
City Staff
City Administrator
Athanasia Lewis, alewis@centervillemn.com
City Clerk Teresa Bender, tbender2@centervillemn.com
Account Clerk/Utility Billing Kris Sweeney, 651-792-7934 or
presspubs.com
City Information
ksweeney@centervillemn.com
Interim Public Works Director Tedd Peterson, 651-792-7943 or tpeterson@centervillemn.com
Centennial Fire District
Chief Dan Retka, 651-792-7901 or dan.retka@centennialfire.org
Centennial Lakes Police Department Chief Jim Mork, 763-784-2501, or jmork@clpdmn.com
Polling Location
Church of St. Genevieve Community Parish Center 6995 Centerville Road, Centerville Waste, Composting and Recycling Republic Services 952-941-5174
Anoka County Compost Center 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes
Hugo
Estimated population 2020: 15,766
(Source: census.gov)
City Hall
14669 Fitzgerald Avenue N, Hugo, 651-762-6300, ci.hugo.mn.us Office hours
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Mon-Fri
City Council (Members may change depending on general election)
Meets at 7 p.m. the first and third Monday of the month at City Hall.
Mayor Tom Weidt
651-955-1091, mayortom@ci.hugo. mn.us
Becky Petryk
Council Member Ward 1, 651-3988524, jdpetryk@gmail.com
Ben Krull
Council Member Ward 2, 651-2464024, bkrull@ci.hugo.mn.us
David Strub
Council Member Ward 3, 651-4028654, dstrub@ci.hugo.mn.us
Mike Miron
Council Member At Large, 651-4026492, mmiron@ci.hugo.mn.us
City Staff
City Administrator
Bryan Bear 651-762-6320, bbear@ ci.hugo.mn.us
City Clerk Michele Lindau
651-762-6315, mlindau@ci.hugo. mn.us
The Lino Lakes Ambassadors typically participate in the Fetes des Lacs and Blue Heron Days parades.
Public Health & Safety
Emergency Contacts
Police, Fire, Ambulance: Dial 911
Poison Emergency: 1-800-222-1222
National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 988 or 1-800-273-8255
Day One Domestic Violence Crisis Line: 866-223-1111 or Text 612399-9995
Gas Leaks or Odor: Xcel 800-895-2999
Electricity Out: Xcel 800-895-1999
Call Before You Dig:
Gopher State One Call, 811 or 651-454-0002 or gopherstateonecall.org
Travel and Weather Information: 511 or 511mn.org
Law Enforcement Agencies
Washington County Sheriff’s Office: Provides law enforcement services to the city of Hugo under contract.
Sheriff: Daniel Starry, 15015 62nd St. N, Stillwater, MN 55082, or washingtoncountymn.gov.
For Non-emergencies/ Dispatch: 651-439-9381
Administration: 651-430-7600
Records: 651-430-7600
Centennial Lakes Police Department: Serves the cities of Centerville, Circle Pines and Lexington.
Chief of Police: Jim Mork, 54 North Road, Circle Pines or clpdmn.com
For Non-emergencies/ Dispatch: 763-427-1212
Administration: 763-784-2501
Fire Departments
Hugo Fire Department: 5323 140th St. N., Hugo
Fire Chief: Jim Compton, Jr.
Administration: 651-762-6362 or ci.hugo. mn.us
Centennial Fire District: Serves the cities of Centerville and Circle Pines. 2 East Rd., Circle Pines.
Fire Chief: Dan Retka
Administration: 651-792-7900 or centennialfire.org
Hospitals
Children’s Hospital: 345 Smith Ave. N., St. Paul. 651-220-6000 or childrensmn.org
Fairview Lakes Medical Center: 5200 Fairview Blvd., Wyoming. 651-982-7000 or mhealthfairview.org
M Health Fairview St. John’s: 1575 Beam Ave., Maplewood. 651-232-7000 or mhealthfairview.org
Lakeview Hospital: 927 W. Churchill St., Stillwater. 651-439-5330 or healthpartners.com
Regions Hospital: 640 Jackson St., St. Paul. 651-254-3456 or healthpartners.com
United Hospital: 333 Smith Ave. N., St. Paul, 651-241-8000 or allinahealth.org
Food Shelves
Hugo Good Neighbors
Food Shelf: 15106 Francesca Ave. N., Hugo. 651-528-6224 or hugofoodshelf.org. Provides food and other items to Hugo residents in need.
The Hugo Post Office received a landscape overhaul thanks to volunteers.
White Bear Area Food Shelf: 1884 Whitaker Street, White Bear Lake, 651407-5310 or whitebearfoodshelf.org.
Centennial Community Food Shelf: Located at Circle Pines City Hall, lower level, back entrance. 200 Civic Heights Circle, Circle Pines, 763-784-2013 or centennialfoodshelf. org. Serves residents of Centerville.
Senior Programs
Hugo Senior Citizens Club: Typically hosts meetings followed by games the third Monday of every other month at 1 p.m.; also, games on the first and third Thursdays of each month and cribbage the fourth Monday of each month. All activities at the Rice Lake Centre at the Hugo Public Works Building, 6900 137th St. N. Hugo, 651-592-0369 or ci.hugo. mn.us/hugoseniors
Forest Lake Senior Community Center: 767 4th Street SW, Forest Lake. 651-464-5833
White Bear Area Senior Program: Provides support services and activities for area seniors including Meals on Wheels; transporta-
Public Health & Safety
tion; grocery shopping; drop-in center; adult enrichment classes; Craft Corner Gift Shop; Lions HELP; outreach; volunteer opportunities; and a monthly newsletter. Located at the Sunrise Park District Service Center, 2399 Cedar Ave., White Bear Lake, 651-653-3121 or communityservices. isd624.org.
Lino Lakes Senior Programming at the Rookery Activity Center: Open to all area seniors. 7690 Village Dr., Lino Lakes. 651-982-2468 or linolakes.us.
Anoka County Senior Services: The county offers many programs and services to enhance the lives of seniors. To learn more about county-based services call 763-324-4000 or anokacountymn.gov.
Libraries
Centennial Library: 100 Civic Heights Circle, Circle Pines. 763-3241540 or anokacountymn. gov
Hardwood Creek Library: 19955 Forest Rd. N., Forest Lake. 651-275-7300 or washcolib.org
Washington County Library Express: Hugo City Hall, 14669 Fitzgerald Ave. N., 651275-7300 or washcolib. org
White Bear Lake Library: 2150 2nd St. 651-7246007 or rclreads.org
Social/Human services
Yellow Ribbon Network: Support for military families, including hamburger meals served at the Hugo American Legion every fourth Monday of the month. 5383 140th St., Hugo, 651-247-0354.
Northeast Youth & Family Services:
White Bear Lake: Offers counseling, health education and support services to youth. Also, family counseling, mental health services, educational services and senior chore services.1280 N. Birch Lake Blvd., White Bear Lake. 651-429-8544, nyfs.org.
Community Resource Center:
Offers resources for emergency food assistance, shelter/housing, utilities, transportation, medical and dental care, clothing, furniture, personal care items; job search help; free community meal every Thursday 6-7 p.m. Located at St. Andrews Lutheran Church, Great Hall Building, 900 Stillwater Road Mahtomedi. 651-762-9124 or saintandrews.org.
Solid Ground: Helps families work
toward self-sufficiency by providing affordable housing, supportive services, and educational opportunities. 3521 Century Avenue N. White Bear Lake. 651-773-8401 or solidgroundmn.org.
Alexandra House: Domestic violence program and shelter. 763-780-2330 or www. alexandrahouse.org.
United Way:
Offers free and confidential 24-hour referral service connecting to more than 20,000 services, including health, legal help, transportation, counseling, youth services, child care, food and housing. 211 Phone Helpline or gtcuw.org.
Public Health
Washington County Public Health and Environment: 14949 62nd St. N., Stillwater, 651-430-6655 or washingtoncountymn. gov
Anoka County Public Health & Environmental Services:
Anoka County Government Center 2100 Third Ave. Anoka, 763-3244200 or anokacountymn. gov
Washington Office: 720 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510
202-224-5641
Metro Office: 60 East Plato Boulevard, Suite 220, St. Paul, 55107, 651-221-1016, smith.senate.gov
U.S. House of Representatives 6th District
Rep. Tom Emmer (R)
Washington Office: 326 Cannon House Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20515
202-225-2331, Fax: 202-225-6475 District Office: 9201 Quaday Ave. NE Suite 206, Otsego, 55330, 763-241-6848, Fax: 763-241-7955, emmer.house.gov
State Elected Officials
Governor Tim Walz (D)
Office of the Governor, 130 State Capitol, 75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., St. Paul, 55155, 651-
201-3400 or 800-657-3717, Fax: 651-797-1850, mn.gov
Minnesota Senate District 33
Karin Housley (R)
95 University Avenue W. Minnesota Senate Bldg., Room 2213, St. Paul, MN 55155
651-296-4351
senate.mn
Minnesota House District 33A
Patti Anderson (R)
2nd Floor, Centennial Office Building
658 Cedar St. St. Paul, MN 55155
651-296-3018
house.mn.gov
State Departments
General information: mn.gov
Agriculture: 651-201-6000 or Toll Free 800-967-2474
Attorney General: 651-296-3353
Career Force: 651-259-7500
Commerce: 651-539-1500
Education: 651-582-8200
Employment and Economic
Development: 651-259-7114
Labor and Industry: 651-284-5005
Natural Resources: 651-296-6157
Individual Income Tax: 651-2963781
Property Tax: 651-566-6091
Unemployment: 651-296-3644
Veterans Affairs: 888-546-5838
Worker’s Compensation: 651-2845032
Metropolitan Council
390 Robert St. N. St Paul, MN 55101, 651-602-1000 or metrocouncil.org.
Overview
The Met Council, established by the state Legislature in 1967, coordinates planning and development within the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. The council’s planning and policy roles merged the functions of two agencies (the Metropolitan Transit Commission and the Metropolitan Waste Control Commission) into one. The council works with local communities to operate the region’s largest bus system; collect and treat wastewater; engage communities and the public in planning for future growth; provide forecasts of the region’s population and household growth; provide affordable housing opportunities; provide planning, acquisitions and funding for a regional system of parks and trails; and provide a framework for decisions and implementation for regional services including aviation, transportation, parks and open space, water quality and water management.
Governance
The 17-member Met Council has 16 members who each represent a geographic district and one chairman, Charlie Zelle, who serves at-large. They all are appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the governor. The state Senate confirms council member appointments.
Dist. 11 (Centerville and Hugo) Gail Cederberg, 612-487-1205 or gail. cederberg@metc.state.mn.us.
Government
Water Management
Rice Creek Watershed District 4325 Pheasant Ridge Drive, Suite 611 Blaine, MN 55449, 763-3983070 or www.ricecreek.org
Overview
Includes parts of Anoka, Washington, Hennepin, and Ramsey counties, for the purpose of preventing flooding and enhancing water quality in the Rice Creek Chain of Lakes.
Governance
The board of managers consists of five members appointed by their respective county boards. The board meets at 9 a.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of the month at Mounds View City Hall. Contact: Nick Tomczik, administrator, 763-398-3079, ext. 179 or ntomczik@ricecreek.org.
Browns Creek Watershed District 455Hayward Ave. N., Oakdale, MN 55128, 651-330-8220 or bcwd.org
Anoka County
Anoka County is bounded by Isanti County on the north, Chisago and Washington counties on the east, Ramsey and Hennepin counties on the south and Hennepin and Sherburne counties on the west. It lies on both sides of the Rum River, which enters the county approximately 20 miles north of the city of Anoka.
Anoka County Government Center 2100 Third Ave., Anoka, MN 55303, 763-324-4000, anokacountymn.gov
County Administrator: Jim Dickinson, 763-324-4700 or jim.dickinson@anokacountymn.gov Courthouse: 2100 Third Ave.
Anoka, MN 55303, 763-760-6700, anokacountymn.gov
Anoka County Board of Commissioners:
Board meetings are held in room 705 of the Anoka County Government Center, 2100 Third Avenue, Anoka. Board meetings are held twice monthly, the second and fourth Tuesday of the month, and generally begin at 9:30 a.m. County board meetings are subject to change. Call 763-324-4000 for meeting dates.
District 3 (Centerville): Jeff Reinert, 763-324-4701 or jeff. reinert@anokacountymn.gov
Voter Registration Elections Department: 2100 Third Ave., Suite 160, Anoka. 763-324-1300
Where To Vote: Determine voting district and polling location at
pollfinder.sos.state.mn.gov or call 763-324-1300
License Center: 10995 Club West Parkway, Suite 700, Blaine. 763324-2100. Register a car, driver’s licenses and state ID cards, hunting and fishing licenses, marriage license.
North Metro DVS Exam Station: 5400 Rice Creek Parkway, Arden Hills, 55112, 651-201-7900. dps.mn.gov. Passports: License Center: 10995 Club West Parkway, Suite 700, Blaine, 763-324-2100.
Veterans’ Services: 2100 3rd Ave., Suite 216, Anoka. 763-324-4500.
Washington County
Officially created Oct. 27, 1849, in the territory of Minnesota, Washington County is one of the state’s original nine counties. Located on the eastern edge of the Twin Cities metropolitan area, Washington County is made up of 423 square miles of land. It is comprised of 27 cities and six townships.
Government Center
14949 62nd St. N., Stillwater, MN 55082, 651-430-6000, washingtoncountymn.gov.
County Administrator: Kevin Corbid, 651-430-6002
Courthouse
14949 62nd St. N, Stillwater, MN 55082
Court Administration: 651-413-8030
Washington County Board of Commissioners:
Washington County is governed by the Board of Commissioners. Commissioners meet on Tuesdays
at 9 a.m. at the Washington County Government Center.
District 1 (includes Hugo): Fran Miron: 651-430-6211 or fran. miron@co.washington.mn.us
Where to go
Accounting & Finance: 651-430-6030
Administration (County): 651-4306001
Assessment – County Assessor: 651430-6175
Attorney (County): 651-430-6115
Board of Commissioners: 651-4306000
Central Services: 651-430-6000
Collections: 651-430-6962
Community Corrections/Probation: 651-430-6900
Community Services: 651-430-6455
Court Administration: 651-413-8030
Elections & Voting: 651-430-6790
Historic Courthouse: 651-275-7075
Human Resources: 651-430-6081
Information Technology: 651-4306411 (Computer Systems & Telecommunications)
Land Management/Zoning: 651-4304300
Law Library: 651-430-6330
Libraries (main): 651-275-8500
Parks: 651-430-4300
Property Records & Taxpayer Services: 651-430-6175
Public Health & Environment: 651430-6655
Public Works: 651-430-4300
Sheriff: 651-439-9381 or 651430-7600 (Always use 911 in an emergency)
Surveyor: 651-430-4300
Tax Information: 651-430-6175
Transportation: 651-430-4300
Veterans Services: 651-430-6895
Vital Records: 651-430-6175
Washington Conservation District: 651330-8220
Workforce Center: 651-275-8650
Voter Registration: Elections Department, 14949 62nd St. N, Stillwater, or 651-430-6790
Government
Register a Car: Driver’s license and state ID cards; Hunting and fishing license
Forest Lake License Center: 19955 Forest Road N, Forest Lake, 651275-7000
Stillwater License Center: Valley Ridge Mall, 1520 W Frontage Road, Stillwater, 651-275-7000
Veterans’ Forms: Veterans Service Office, 14949 62nd St. N, 651-4306895
Registering Firearms: Law Enforcement Center, 15015 62nd St. N, Stillwater, MN 55082, 652430-7600
The Minnesota State Capitol
Service Directory
Contact: 612-246-7079
Business
Contact: 651-238-1850
Business
Contact: 651-407-1987
Business
Location:
Contact: 6510429-3361
Business
Contact: hugomnlions@gmail.com
Business type: Non-profit
Contact: 651-426-5220
Business
Location:
Contact: 651-429-3899
Business type: Auto
Business
Location:
Contact: 651-464-2082
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