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Repeatedly voted the Reader’s Choice Best Gymnastics School, Elite Gymnastics Academy (EGA) offers recreational & competitive gymnastics, trampoline & tumbling, and cheer programs for boys & girls ages 18-months to adult, and Ninja Zone for ages 3-12. Their 26,000 square-foot, fully air-conditioned facility is located at the intersection of Hwy 13 South & Chowen Avenue South and features state-of-the art equipment, a separate toddler gym & dance room, expansive lobby space, a separate party room, and Olympic-caliber coaches. EGA also offers active Birthday Parties, Day Camps, Field Trips, Monthly Parents' Night Out, weekly Open Gyms, & more!

Join the FUN! Visit EGA today!

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State Senator Zach Duckworth represents District 58 which includes Lakeville, Farmington and much of southern Dakota County. He and his wife Carly are graduates of Lakeville and have two children Grace and Logan. In addition to serving in the Senate, Zach is also a Lakeville Volunteer Fire Fighter, a Major in the Minnesota National Guard and a small business owner who is honored to be of service to our community.

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Lakeville Police Department & K-9 Officers
K-9 Officer Chad Loeffler and Tank
The Lakeville Police Department is represented today by K-9 officer Chad Loeffler and his partner, Tank, and K-9 officer Tom Danielson and his partner, Kilo. Both Tank and Kilo are Belgian Malinois and are certified in tracking, patrol dog work, narcotics detection and item searches.

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Country Joe Homes is YOUR local builder, building homes and creating family friendly neighborhoods in Lakeville and throughout the metro area. Come experience the quality in workmanship and detail on your new home in one of Lakeville’s neighborhoods or on your own lot.
Come home to Country Joe Homes!

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VFW Post 210 / American Legion Post 44 Color Guard

The Color Guard today is made up of members of Oscar and John Soberg VFW Post 210 from Lakeville. Color guard is commanded by Tim Dennison, a retired Marine gunner Sargant. Also presenting today are members of the John Vessey Sr. American Legion Post #44 under the command of Steve Buck.

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VFW Auxiliary to Post 210
The VFW Auxiliary to Lakeville Post 210 is celebrating its 98th year. The Auxiliary supports various local and state programs and agencies, as well as national programs, including the Patriot’s Pen essay contest for middle school students. The top essays are selected to move on to the district level and then potentially the state and national level.

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Pan-O-Prog 2021 Grand Marshals designation honor the first responders of Lakeville - the Lakeville Fire Department and the Lakeville Police Department. Coming out of a pandemic year, these organizations were steadfast in their ongoing support of our community and continue to put their commitment to service and honor on display each and every day for the citizens and visitors of our community. We honor them for their commitment, their loyalty and their unwavering support of all.

Representing their organizations are 202 officer of the year, Casey King and 2020 firefighter of the year Tom Ness.

Thank you for all you continue to do for our community.

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Here are your Lakeville South Marching Cougars! The 140 member Pride of Lakeville marching band is lead by drum majors Andrew Stotz, Ari Mauer and Jacob Welch. They recently earned the title of Grand Champions in the Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade and will be representing Minnesota in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Dublin Ireland this March! They are so excited to perform and celebrate with you today. Enjoy the Beatle's "Come Together" and Aretha Franklin's "Respect" by the Lakeville South Marching Cougars!

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The Lakeville South High School Cougar Dance Team is made up of 54 dancers in grade 9-12. The dance team is coached by Beth Leighton and Olivia Lempi. Captains are Hailey Elmhorst, Madison Zoellner and Linnea Tureson

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Tom Knutson is our current Pan-O-Prog president. Tom first volunteered for events in 1998 and was hooked on Pan-O-Prog. He became a board member in 2008 with his wife Leigha. Tom and Leigha have enjoyed being a part of Pan-O-Prog over the years. They both look forward to all your smiling faces every year during the celebration. Say “Hi” to Tom and Leigha when you see them out and about.

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Civil Air Patrol 130th Composite Squadron
The Civil Air Patrol is the official auxiliary of the United States Air Force. Their missions are: Aerospace education, Emergency services and Cadet program. To find out more about Civil Air Patrol, please visit gocivilairpatrol.com. In you are a youth and interested in flying, then check out a civil air patrol unit near you.

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The First Minnesota, organized in 1974, is the oldest Civl War reenacting organization in Minnesota and one of the oldest in the country. Our purpose is to perpetuate the memory of our namesake regiment and to entertain and educate each other and the general public about the American Civil War and mid-nineteenth century America and Minnesota's role in both. Our members use historically accurate clothing, equipment and military drill to understand and then convey a small taste of the sacrifice, valor and heroism of the original First Minnesota. We participate in large scale battle reenactments, local parades, historical events and civil ceremonies all over Minnesota and the eastern US.

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Lakeville Mayor Doug Anderson and City Council
Mayor Doug Anderson is currently serving his second term as Mayor, and previously served as a City Council member and a member of the City’s Financial Advisory Committee. Anderson and his wife, Deb, have been Lakeville residents for 38 years, and have two adult children, Bryan and Calista. Anderson is co-chair of the Regional Council of Mayors, and active in the Lakeville Rotary and at Hosanna Church.

City Council Members:

Council Member Michelle Volk: Council member, Michelle Volk, is currently serving her first term. She and her husband, Tom have resided in Lakeville over 35 years.

Council Member Joshua Lee: Council Member Joshua Lee is a former Lakeville Police Reserve and has lived in Lakeville for seven years with his wife, Annie, and two kids. Joshua works just down the road at St. Olaf College.

Lakeville Council Member Luke Hellier: Luke Hellier has been serving the community as a Lakeville Council Member since January 2017. Luke and his wife, Josi, are both graduates of Lakeville High School and have lived near Crystal Lake since 2014. Joining Council Member Hellier in the parade today are his wife Josi and three children.

Council member John Bermel is currently serving his first term on the Lakeville City Council, and has served in a variety of leadership roles for Lakeville organizations. Bermel is a member of the Concordia University Criminal Justice Program Advisory Group, serves on the Board of Haiti Teen Challenge, and is active at Hosanna Church. John and his wife, Kris, have been Lakeville residents for 29 years, and have two adult children, Mitchell, and Lydia.

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Lakeville Fire and Rescue has been providing emergency service since 1884. There are currently 82 volunteer paid-on-call firefighters on the department serving the Lakeville community from 4 fire stations.
Check out our antique 1939 International Fire Truck! Behind the wheel is one of Lakeville's retired firefighters. Lakeville has 13 fire trucks and today they are driving their 2007 LaFrance Aerial truck with a 100 foot platform and one of their newer 2016 Rosenbauer Commander Rescue Pumpers. This multi-purpose rescue pumper responds to fires, vehicle accidents and medicals. Remember to test your smoke detectors monthly, change batteries every 6 months and replace the units every 10 years.

The Lakeville Fire Department is very proud to serve the Lakeville community.

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The Schell's Hobo Band - Since 1946, the Schell's Hobo Band has been entertaining audiences with it's unique style of music. One part Circus band, one part German band, one part military band. Shell's Hobo Band, Minnesota's best music is fueld by the nation's best German Craft Beer! The Hobo band was inducted to the Minnesota Music Hall of Fame in 1995.

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The Lakeville Lions Club Mission – “To empower volunteers to serve their communities”

When caring people join together, roll up their sleeves and take action to make their community better…. That’s the Lions

The Lakeville Lions this past year, despite the restrictions of COVID, were able to participate in over 50 service activities positively impacting over 18,000 people in the Lakeville area and involving over 2,000 volunteer hours.

Lakeville Lions through annual fundraising efforts contribute over $160,000 each year to worthy causes. Over 90% of the dollars benefited organizations and individuals in our community with the remaining 10% supporting Lions Minnesota Foundations of Sight, Hearing, Diabetes and Childhood Cancer.

Join the Lions TONIGHT after the parade in the Beer Garden next to the Arts Center featuring the music of “J T & The Gunslingers”!

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Experience the magic of the realm at the 2021 Minnesota Renaissance Festival located in Shakopee, MN! The festival will commence weekend August 21st through October 3rd, plus Labor Day and Festival Day, October 1, 2021. Gates open at 9:00 am to 7:00 pm, rain or shine.

King Henry and his court invite one and all to his 16th Century European village featuring 16 stages of exciting entertainment. Full contact live armored jousting as well as over 250 artisans fill the Festival marketplace to display and sell their handcrafted wares for a truly unique shopping experience. Patrons can interact with hundreds of memorable characters roaming the village streets and enjoy over 50 free family friendly activities.

The festival is located in Shakopee on Highway 169. Free Parking is provided and discount tickets are available online. Visit us at www.renaissancefest.com.

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We welcome the Royal Order of Klondike Kates, mistresses of song and merriment from the St Paul Winter Carnival, the coolest celebration on earth! Please welcome our reigning Kae, Shelley Pabst. The Kates are celebrating their 50th anniversary during 2021 with a special show this October. Learn more about the show and how to become the next reigning Klondike Kate by visiting klondikekates.org

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Angie Craig is running for re-election as your representative in Congress.

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Dairy Delite (Metro Equity Management)
Dairy Delite, your favorite Lakeville ice cream shop is back! Serving the Lakeville community for over 50 years. Dairy Delite has amazing soft serve and features Chocolate Shoppe Super Premium ice cream.

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The St. Paul Clown Club was formed in 1946 and is the oldest operating clown club in the United States. This year we are celebrating 75 years of bringing smiles and laughter to people in parades and events throughout Minnesota.

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Miss Minnesota 2021, Miss Elle Mark.

(Note Elle rhymes with jelly)

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Schmitty and Sons is a local employee owned bus company serving the community and the Lakeville Area Public Schools for over 70 years. Dedicated to the safe transportation of students and all of our passengers is our commitment.
Vehicles are available for rent for private parties, tours, sporting events and much more. Now hiring bus drivers, diesel mechanics and bus washers to join our growing employee owned company.

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The Twin Cities Metro Pipe Band is a non-profit group of volunteer musicians fostering traditional Scottish music of the Great Highland Bagpipe and Highland Snare. We compete and do performances all across the midwest.

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Primrose School of Lakeville is a quality private preschool and child care facility. The campus offers year-round programs of full and part-time child care and preschool education programs for children from six weeks to 10 years of age. Its safe, secure environment will provide you with peace-of-mind, knowing that your child is safe, happy and growing everyday!

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Lakeville Hockey Association provides recreational hockey programs for the youth of Lakeville. With programs for kids ranging from 4 years to 18 years, we are one of the largest youth associations in Minnesota with nearly 1,000 members. If your son or daughter is interested in hockey, join us on 8/17 for our registration event. Details at lakevillehockey.org

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Apple Valley Fire Department - Driving Engine #2. A 2014 Spartan Truck which holds 500 gallons of water, 1200 feet of hose and the jaws of life.

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Osman/Zuhrah Cycle corp is an award winning motorcycle drill team made up of nobles who have dedicated their time and motorcycles to put on performances for the benefit of our Childrens Hospital for handicapped children.
We perform in parades and competitions throughout the mid-west and Canada. We have 8 to 12 Harley Davidson Ultra Classic motorcycles in our troop that we maneuver in various routines and drills.
The cycle corp was founded in 1953 and since that time the group has put on thousands of miles performing for spectators at parades and festivals all over the state. We these routines with the utmost precision and safety so we can provide a memorable show for your community.
We do this for a honorarium to support the greatest philanthropy in the world "Shriner's Childrens Hospitals". Our Motto is we ride so children can walk.
Thank you for your support.

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Dick's Sanitation is providing a better environment with their natural gas powered collection trucks. These trucks reduce air and noise pollution making your neighborhood a better place to live. We are hiring with a $4,000 stay bonus! Contact us at www.dickssanitation.com

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The Minneapolis Aquatennial will be celebrating it's 82nd year. Festival founders selected the third week of July because it has the best weather on record for the year. The Aquatennial Ambassador Organization exists to inspire young women to achieve extraordinary futures by providing professional development opportunities through networking and mentoring. Our organization provides educational scholarships to help our ambassadors reach their goals. The 2021 crew is thrilled to be celebrating with Lakeville today. Join us for our 82nd Aquatennial.

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The Pan-Handler's Steel Drum Band performs traditional music from Trinidad and Tobago as well as modern rock and pop music. You can see them at concerts in the park and other parades across the Twin City metro area every summer. The Pan-Handlers also host an outreach program that teaches steel pan to students during the school year at no cost to the school. To become involved, learn to play or see their schedule, visit "Pan dash handlers dot org"

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UHaul of Southern Minnesota

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Representing the Lonsdale Ambassadors are 2020 Miss Ambassadors Reagan, Morgan and Alexa, Junior Ambassadors Kirra and Jewels and Little Ambassadors Destany and Isabella. They invite you to join them at their annual festival, Lonsdale Community Days help the 2nd weekend in August.

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The St. Paul Bouncing Team is celebrating it's 135th year of entertaining crowds with aerial acrobatics at parades, fundraisers and festivals across the state and country. Join in their well known chant of "One. Two. Up she goes!"

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For fun and excitement, try the Olympic sport of curling in Lakeville's very own Dakota Curling Club. The curling club is located in downtown Lakeville (across the parking lot from Frenchies)

Fall leagues start in October and run through May. Plan your next work team event at Dakota Curling Club. Visit their website for more details

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The United Marching Band includes eighth to twelfth grade students from all middle and high schools in District #622 United into one marching band unit under the direction of Lori Nernstrom, John Povolny, Aaron Hammerman, Meg Halsten and Collin Hough.

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Introducing Cinta Schmitz who is running in upcoming 2021 School Board election.

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The Defeat of Jesse James Days invites your to Northfield the weekend after Labor Day to witness for yourself the guns blazing and the failed robbery attempt by the James/Younger gang along with lots of other great activities including a rodeo, 3 arts and craft fairs, car show, carnival, soapbox derby and parade. There is something for everyone.
The Defeat of Jesse James Days presents the 2020 Ambassadors: Lilly King, Audrey Pagel and Kaia Schomberg along with Jr Ambassador Logyn Otte and Lilah Paukert.

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Celebration Church on Kenyon Avenue in Lakeville. Meeting the spiritual needs of residents for 25 years. Faith Filled and Family Forward!

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At Merchants Bank we're committed to helping our customers fulfil their hopes and dreams. But what does it that look like? It means being there to guide you through financial choices, like tips for maximizing your savings or choosing affordable mortgage options based upon your needs. It means we have digital banking tools to make life easier, and when you need a local friendly person to talk to, we're here for you then too. Join the Merchant Bank family today!

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Their unique name, SuFuDu refers to their home base of Sioux Falls, SD. While on tour, the ensemble has entertained thousands of spectators at parades and special events across the upper mid-west for over 25 years. SuFuDu students actively practice their leadership development skills in their ensemble and through committees from early April throughout the summer, to help shape the direction of the group. SuFuDu proudly presents their 2021 show "On the Road Again!"

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MOR Golf and Utility is your Club Car Golf Cart Dealer. They are located right here in Lakeville. MOR Golf and Utility is family owned and operated. The offer golf cart sales, parts, service and rentals. They also feature Custom Golf Carts, just a few of which are shown here. MOR Golf and Utility also carries Husqvarna Power Equipment and Grasshopper Zero Turn mowers.
Stop by MOR Golf and Utility today to meet their friendly staff and see all they have to offer.

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Farmington Fire Department Ladder 1

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The Farmington Ambassador Program exists to provide opportunities for young women and girls in the Farmington area. Ambassadors gain poise, speaking abilities and community service experience during their time with the program. The program's intent is to teach skills that will be invaluable throughout life.

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The Zuhrah Flyers are the aviation unit of the Zuhrah Temple, the Shriners. All of our members are aviation enthusiasts; Many are former airline pilots, air traffic controllers and private pilots with many years of experience.
Founded in the 1960's, the Zuhrah Flyers have performed in 100's of parades throughout the upper midwest. We are instrumental in supporting the annual Tree of Hope, which provides Christmas gifts to children hospitalized during the holidays.
It is a privilege and honor to perform for you today. Thank you for providing us with the opportunity to entertain you.
Happy Landings for the Zuhrah Flyers.

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Cub Foods

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As with most Masonic organizations, the Grottoes of North America participates in philanthropic work with Children. Our particular are of concern is with providing dentistry for special needs children and funding for cerebral palsy research. Many of our functions combine fun activities with serious business of fundraising. When the award winning Selim Grotto clowns are not doing parades, you will find them visiting hospitals and participating in community events. Our motto is "to put a smil on every child's face, regardless of their age."

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Experience to ultimate total body workout at the club voted Reader's Choice best fitness center in Lakeville 2021. Knock out stress and burn up to 1,000 calories per class. Your first class is free so come try it out.

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Award winning Lion Drum corps provides youth of the Brooklyn Park area the opportunity to perform at a high level across the nation. 20-30 children and teens continuously perform at special events and summer festivals throughout the Twin Cities. Always wearing their Lions Club logo and marching behind a Lions Club banner, they are in their 12th year of performing as a group.

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The Saint Paul Winter Carnival is the “Coolest Celebration on Earth!” As America's longest-running international festival. January 2021 marks the 135th year that citizens of this wintry realm proudly celebrate snow & ice throughout the land!



The 2021 Royal family is Led by Boreas Rex the 84th Darrin Johnson, Queen of the Snows Kirsten Knutson, and Prime Minister Joseph Johnston. The Royal Family also includes seven King's Guards, and four pair of Winds Princes & Princesses.

The Saint Paul Festival & Heritage Foundation, a non-profit membership organization and proud producer of the Winter Carnival, extends a hand in an oversized mitten --inviting everyone to mark January 28 – February 7, 2021 on their calendars. Go to www.wintercarnival.com for a blizzard of family friendly events and community pride.

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Make sure you stop at your newly remodeled Hy-Vee. They have a new mini pizza, whal burgers, candy shop and more.

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The Zuhrah Shrine Horse Patrol is a mounted Shrine Horse Unit led by Captain Bob Gretton. They were founded in 1947 and reside in Independence, MN. They support the Shriners Healthcare for Children, Twin Citites and regularly perform at parades in the area. They are always looking for new members to join their organization. They ride so children may walk!

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Please welcome realtors from the Lakeville and Apple Valley offices of Edina Realty. These agents live local and work local, so if you're considering a move, be sure to reach out to an Edina Realty agent!

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The purpose of All Saints Catholic Church is to lead people to Christ. The most important way we do this is through the Holy Sacrifice of Mass. We have a wonderful School - pre- K through eight grade and believe that serving in our community is an essential part of our mission. Call the office to request a free tour of the Church on the Hill.

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"Happy Days are Here Again!" with the Dixieland Pickup Band in Lakeville's Pan-o-Prog parade. In addition to playing for the grand opening of the Model A Ford Museum in Michigan and at the MSRA Back to the 50's at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds, banjoist, Debbie Schreyer was inducted into the American Banjo Hall of Fame! Playing all-American Dixieland Jazz from their 1930 Model AA Ford Truck. Smile along and clap your hands with the "Dixieland Pickup Band!"

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Water Werks Car Wash Lakeville is your complete car care stop offering full service and express car washes as well as auto detailing.

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The Twin Cities Unicycle Club is the largest unicycle club in the country and the oldest in Minnesota. Club members hold over 30 national titles and 15 world titles in various events ranging from artistic to racing, group riding to mountain unicycling. Members travel all over the world to compete and even host competitions in the Twin Cities. In 2022, club members will travel to France to compete in the World Unicycling Championships.

The club practices year-round in the Twin Cities area and has members of all ages and abilities. Unicycling is a great way to improve physical fitness, balance and coordination, and offers a lifetime of friendship and fun. The club welcomes new riders of all levels and offers instruction and encouragement to riders young and old If you are interesting in joining, visit us at tcuc.org.

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Lakeville South Football team - 2020 Associated Press State Champions and Section Champions

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International Pageants featuring Mrs. Great Lakes International 2021Erin Thruax; Mrs. Minnesota International 2021 Sarah Adams, and Miss Minnesota 2021 Demi Radeva.

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The Minneapolis - St. Paul base of the United States Submarine Veterans and the Minnesota Submarine League are proud to bring you this 1/24th scale display model of the USS Minneapolis - St. Paul. The Los Angeles-class submarine service twenty-four years out of several home ports including Pearl Harbor Hawaii. The first in its class to be named after two cities, the 708 is a unifying emblem and "Bridge to the Future."

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Shiners participate in parades raising funds to support the Shriners Hospital for Crippled Children. Our motto is "We Drive so they can walk."

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Number one Hydro excavation company in the country. Obsessed to be the best.

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The Lakeville Cheerleading program is a State and Nationally ranked cheerleading program with teams for kindergarteners through high school seniors. All three competitive teams placed in the top 3 at the 2021 Minnesota State Cheerleading Competition, with the Lakeville Junior High Cheer team bringing home their first state championship! You can see the Varsity sideline teams at both Lakeville North and Lakeville South football games this fall.

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Please welcome the 2020 Kolacky Days Royalty:

Kolacky Queen - Rachel Rynda
1st Princess - Marissa Gare
2nd Princess - Nikaija (Na - Ki - Ya) Young
Miss Congeniality - Rachel Way

Please join them for the 87th annual Kolacky Days, July 23-25 in Montgomery

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Shriners Health Care for Children totally supports hospital and clinics throughout North America including our own Twin Cities locations. These hospitals and clinics provide specialized care to children with orthopedic conditions, burns, spinal chord injuries and cleft lip and palate. All services are provided at no charge to the patient's family.
St. Paul's own Osman Shriners are represented today by their Legion of Honor followed by 2021 Potentate, Illustrious Sir Sean Gardiner, his Divan and Directors staff. Many units that parade across Minnesota during the summer are present today.

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Your local automotive dealer - Apple Auto's is a store and a brand auto group in the twin cities dedicated to serving it's community by both selling and buying vehicles.
Visit applebuyscars.com to see how much your vehicle is worth.

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Lakeville Area Community Band
The Lakeville Area Community Band is a musical group that gives enrichment and joy in life. They believe that music is enriching, exciting and exhilarating to both the performers and audience members. Their missing is to create an environment in which adults of any degree or ability of band experience can enjoy the benefits of playing while bringing live music to the people of the community who may not otherwise have it to enjoy.

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Scouts BSA is a program for both Boys and Girls, ages 5 to 21. Lakeville has 7 different Cub Scout Packs for elementary youth and 9 different Scouts BSA Troops for middle and high school youth, all meeting on various nights around the city. You are sure to find a pack or troop to fit your family’s needs. The program focuses on developing leadership and citizenship in our youth with activities including outdoor adventures, serving the community and career exploration. Just for joining this year, all Cub Scouts will receive a free fishing pole of their own to take to the lake and catch some fun! For more information or to find a pack or troop near you go to Adventure Is Calling dot org

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Lakeville Girl Scouts: These girls have worked hared this year through the pandemic to complete projects, virtual meetings, serving the community and conquering the challenges around the "cookie season". They are respectful, loyal and very hard working. Lakeville Girl Scouts.

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Please welcome the 2021 St. Paul Vulcan Krewe. The Vulcans have been in existence since 1886 and are 135 and 0 in their annual battles with Boreas that brings an end to our long, cold winters.

Additionally, the Vulcans appear in parades and other events throughout Minnesota, Wisconsin, Florida, Illinois and Canada. Every year they make appearances for many charities and benefits.
Please say hello to the 2020 Vulcan Krewe: Vulcanus Rex 83, Duke of Klinker, Count Embrious, General Flameous, Count of Ashes, Prince of Soot, Grand Duke Fertilious and Baron Hot Sparkus.

Hail the Vulc!!!

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We are a non-profit organization that provides educational scholarships to our royal court. Today we have with us Miss Inver Grove Amy, Princess Ashley and Junior Princess Taylor.

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At Ultimate Martial Arts we are dedicated to providing the most comprehensive, practical and advanced martial arts instruction available. Our goal is to teach our students self defense techniques, along with Honor, Loyalty, Respect and Discipline - skills that will serve them a lifetime.

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The Lakeville Area Garden Club was established in 1990. Celebrating 31 years with a vision to improve gardening skills, exchange gardening ideas and experiences, serve our community and meet new friends. Lakeville Area Garden Club is the proud sponsor of the Pan-O-Prog Flower Show at the Lakeville Arts Center.

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Welcome the River City Rhythm! from Anoka MN. River City Rhythm is excite to back on the streets, bringing their unique ability to entertain to the crowds of summer. During their twelve seasons, RCR has won numerous awards and championships, both at the state and national level. They enjoy what they do and love performing for crowds, and they hope you enjoy today's performance! You can learn more about RCR by visiting rivercityrhythm.org. Once again, River City Rhythm from Anoka, MN!

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Introducing Metropolitan Pediatrics. Caring for children and young adults. Offices in three locations and open seven days a week.

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The Minnesota American women of service is a community service-based pageant that empowers women to become the best version of themselves. They encourage women who serve in their communities to share that love with others around them and inspire others to do the same. These women spend their year volunteering, doing community outreach and empowering others to improve the communities in which they live. Today we have the 2021 State Queens: Iowa Sweetheart Brooke, Minnesota Sweetheart Bridget, Mrs. NorthStar State Victoria, Minnesota Junior Teen Dani and their 202 National Queen Ms. American Women of Service Monica.

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The Zuhrah Legion of Honor presents the Zuhrah Shriner's own color guard and drill team, sporting the jeeps representing the 5 branches of the military. The unit is comprised mostly of ex-servicemen and supplies a memorial firing squad and honor guard. They have the oldest Service Team in the Shrine.

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Fleet Farm - Get everything you need from the brands you trust in one easy stop. From camo to cat food and Carthart to Kitchenaid, you won't believe what you will find. Fleet Farm - proudly serving the mid-west since 1955.

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Bethlehem Baptist Church in Lakeville, MN

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Next up is the Lakeville North High School Marching Band. The band is known for their traditional high step march and shoulder swing style and has appeared in parades around the country, including the Tournament of Roses Parade and the 2005 presidential inaugural parade. The band is excited to be back. Put your hands together and get your groove on for Lipps Inc’s smash hit, FunkyTown.


Matthew Wanken [JUAN-kin] directs the band with Assistants Larry Caitlin [Kate-lin], Matt Nielsen, and Amy Powers. The drum majors are Olivia Crippen, Emma Hammerstrum, Ian Paterson, and Ryan Thiede [Thee-dee].

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Clowns Across the River is very happy to be in today's Pan-o-Prog parade. We are a very active clown cub based in Apple Valley. We are skilled at balloon twisting, magic, puppetry, hospital visits, birthday parties and general clowning around. You can see us in many local parades as well as many charity events throughout the year.

Come and clown around with us! We welcome new members, young and old. We currently meet at Grace Lutheran Church in Apple Valley the first Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm and would love to have you see what clowning is about!

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CastleCo Theater presents "Beauty and the Beast Jr." July 30th through August 8th at Lakeville South High School. The 90 minute show is a perfect introduction to theater for ages 4 and up. Come join us as we present Beauty and the Beast.

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Prairie Lake Lawn Care LLC is a full service lawn, landscaping and snow removal company based in Lakeville since 2010.

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Princess of America Great Lakes and Minnesota Queens. Crowed in March of 2021 and headed to Nationals in Branson, Missouri at the end of July.

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Raberge's Leadership Martial Arts is a family martial arts school in downtown Lakeville on Holyoke. Families can train together to work towards their black belts and beyond. We also focus on self defense for all ages. Students can start at age 3.

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Kelly Litynski is Mrs. Minnesota and will also be representing Lakeville in this year's pageant.

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The June Lynne Lacey Foundation serves vulnerable adults and children, the elderly, disabled and our Veteran's. We provide groceries, meals, transportation and holiday gifts; do drive by birthday salutes for those isolated by the pandemic, defend human rights; provide accessible playground equipment and furnish scholarships for graduating seniors.

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Rosemount - Apple Valley - Eagan School District 196.

Full benefits, paid training, no experience needed.

"Come work for the best."

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Synergy Dance Center is proud to serve Farmington and the surrounding communities as a More Than Just Great Dancing and YPAD certified Studio. Synergy provides a solid dance education in a fun, friendly, age appropriate atmosphere. As they finish their 12th year, they are honored to be recognized as the 2021 Sun Thisweek News Reader's Choice Winner for the Best Dance Studio, Best Yoga Studio and Best Summer Camps in Farmington and Rosemount for 3 years running.

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