Antique photograph of downtown Lake Elmo when it was a village. Photos: Washington County Historical Society
The city will commemorate its milestone anniversary throughout September.
To celebrate the city’s 100th anniversary, Lake Elmo is hosting a centennial celebration in collaboration with Connect Lake Elmo. Situated halfway between St. Paul and the St. Croix River Valley, the location and accessibility of Lake Elmo has led to it becoming one of the fastest-growing communities in the Twin Cities Metro. “We look forward to highlighting the small-town charm that Lake Elmo has preserved while moving forward confidently,” mayor Charles Cadenhead says. Business promotions, community events and nonprofit support will be planned by local organizations to boost community spirit. Residents are invited to share favorite spots, memories and photos online at connectlakeelmo.org.
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Celebrate All September
- Community Day Picnic: 4–7 p.m. September 5; Lake Elmo Bank, 11465 39th St. N.
- Ice Cream Social: 1–3 p.m. September 6; Gorman’s Restaurant, 11011 Stillwater Blvd.
- Bluegrass Festival: 2–6 p.m. September 6; Lake Elmo Park Reserve, 1515 Keats Ave. N.
- Centennial Street Dance and Celebration: evening of September 13; Lions Park, 11320 Upper 33rd St. N.
- Foraging Orientation: 5–7 p.m. September 16; Lake Elmo Park Reserve, 1515 Keats Ave. N.
- Movie in the Courtyard: 6–9 p.m. September 19; courtyard between Lake Elmo Library and State Farm Agency, 3537 Lake Elmo Ave. N.
- Lake Elmo Swag Saturday: store hours vary, September 20; Mainstreet Lake Elmo
- Lake Elmo Fire Station Open House: 4–7 p.m. September 22; Lake Elmo Fire Station, 3880 Laverne Ave. N.
- Trails Together Hiking Club: 9:30–10:30 a.m. September 24; Sally Manzara Interpretive Nature Center, Sunfish Lake Park, Entry Road
- Native Plants: Harvesting, Cleaning and Storing: 6:30–8 p.m. September 25; Sally Manzara Interpretive Nature Center, Sunfish Lake Park, Entry Road
Swimmers at Elmo Park with Elmo Park with resort buildings and boat docks in the background.
Discover additional events and information at connectlakeelmo.org.
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