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Ski Lanesboro MN by Candle Light

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Marvin Eggert

Lanesboro looks good in snow.  We received a fresh covering in the past week that has transformed the Root River valley into a winter wonderland.  The Root River Trail is groomed for cross country skiing for over 20 miles.  There are … Continue reading →

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Lanesboro Holiday Inn Tour Nov. 19 – 20

Posted on October 20, 2011 by Marvin Eggert

The popular Lanesboro Holiday Inn Tour is coming soon, and this year it comes with a special twist. The Tour welcomes people to visit the Bed & Breakfasts and inns that have made Lanesboro the Bed and Breakfast Capital of Minnesota. … Continue reading →

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Enjoy the Fall Colors in South East MN

Posted on September 27, 2011 by Marvin Eggert

Cool, crisp nights are upon us and the maples are starting to show their fall colors in South East Minnesota.  It looks like colors should peak around Oct 8-15 and we could get 3 good weeks of color in October. … Continue reading →

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To Kill a Mockingbird Featured at Lanesboro’s Commonweal Theatre

Posted on September 7, 2011 by Marvin Eggert

“To Kill a Mockingbird” is one of the plays running in repertory this fall at the Commonweal Theatre in Lanesboro, MN.  This play is based on the Pulitzer Prize winning novel of the same name by Harper Lee.  There is … Continue reading →

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Lanesboro – A great destination for Road Bikers Too!!

Posted on September 2, 2011 by Marvin Eggert

As home to the Root River Trail, Lanesboro has earned a reputation as a great biking destination.  Every summer thousands of bikers visit to enjoy the trail and everything else that Lanesboro has to offer. Recently we had guests that took … Continue reading →

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Plan your next Canoe/Kayak getaway to South East Minnesota

Posted on July 12, 2011 by Marvin Eggert

Make Lanesboro your destination for your next canoe/kayak trip.  According to www.RiverPaddling.com, “Southeastern Minnesota is a paddlers paradise for both canoeing and kayaking. The Driftless Area of Southeastern Minnesota is quite different than the rest of Minnesota as it contains no … Continue reading →

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A “nursery” in our Garden Labyrinth

Posted on July 10, 2011 by Marvin Eggert

Every year when I get spring fever, I head for the nursery to find plants for our garden. This year the “nursery” has come to us.  Momma Robin has built a nest in the pergola that leads to the labyrinth … Continue reading →

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Commonweal Theatre Summer Season in Full Swing

Posted on July 1, 2011 by Marvin Eggert

Many visitors come to Lanesboro, MN to ride the “Cadillac” of bike trails, the Root River State Trail.  Others come for the quiet and the beauty of canoeing or kayaking the Root River.  After a busy day outdoors many guests … Continue reading →

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Iron Pour Coming to Lanesboro July 7 – 10

Posted on June 24, 2011 by Marvin Eggert

Lanesboro Arts Center will host the 2011 Iron Pour in Lanesboro, Minnesota’s Sylvan Park on Saturday, July 9, from 1-6 p.m.  This is a free public event for all ages.  The pour will be led by nationally-acclaimed local artist Karl Unnasch, and is … Continue reading →

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Model T Vintage Car Club Visits Lanesboro on July 20th

Posted on June 14, 2011 by Marvin Eggert

This is a vintage photo of downtown Lanesboro.  The first building on the left is now home to Mrs. B’s Inn.  On July 20th, the view will be similar in as the National Model T car club tour makes a … Continue reading →

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