Blue Earth & Nicollet Counties - South Central Workforce Council

Youth Directoryfor Blue Earth and Nicollet Counties

TABLE OF CONTENTSChild Care...................................................................................................4Counseling.................................................................................................7Chemical Dependency......................................................................8Counseling and Mental Health.........................................................9Domestic Abuse/Sexual Assault....................................................12Financial...........................................................................................12Gambling..........................................................................................13Legal.................................................................................................13Pregnancy/Parenting.......................................................................13Suicide Prevention..........................................................................15Support Groups...............................................................................15Education.................................................................................................18Employment.............................................................................................21Food & Nutrition......................................................................................23Health Services........................................................................................26Housing Programs..................................................................................30Libraries...................................................................................................32Recreation and Leisure...........................................................................33Transportation.........................................................................................38Youth Organizations................................................................................40Youth Services.........................................................................................42PrintedSpring 20132

INTRODUCTIONThis directory is a listing of resources for youth in Blue Earth and Nicolletcounties. Due to limited space, not all agencies in these counties arelisted. A listing is not intended as an endorsement, nor is not being listedintended as disapproval.This directory was developed by a subcommittee of the South CentralYouth Council. Members of the subcommittee include:Loree Brown, South Central Service CooperativeMichelle Forliti, Minnesota Valley Action CouncilHeather Gleason, South Central WorkForce CouncilGlenn Morris, South Central Service CooperativeKathi Rusch, South Central Service, Work and Learning Center, SCCKaren Wagner, Mankato WorkForce CenterFor more information on area resources, contact United Way 2-1-1 at211 or 1-800- 543-7709, or on-line at www.211.org. You can also findresources at minnesotahelp.info.If you have any suggestions, comments, changes, or need additionalcopies contact the South Central WorkForce Council at 507-345-2418.This directory is also available online at www.workforcecouncil.org/youth-council/projects/youth-directories/3

CHILD CARESelecting a child care provider is a very important decision. As a parent,it is important to you that your child is in a safe, nurturing environmentwhen you are away. Visit and interview your potential provider and don’tbe afraid to ask questions. During your interview discuss issues such asdiscipline, daily schedules, pickup time flexibility, payment arrangements,etc. It is also suggested that you get the names and phone numbers ofat least two parents currently using the provider. Call them and ask abouttheir experiences with the provider. Also, your county social servicesoffice is a resource in checking out potential child care providers.For more information on child care contact:Blue Earth Co. Human Services.......................................... 507-304-4222410 S. Fifth StreetMankato, MN 56001Child Care Aware.................................................................. 507-389-1716101 N. 2nd St., Suite 105 1-800-373-2782Mankato, MN 56001Nicollet County Social Services.......................................... 507-387-45562070 Howard Dr.North Mankato, MN 560034

Nicollet County Social Services.......................................... 507-934-8559108 S. Minnesota Ave., Suite 200St. Peter, MN 56082Child Care - CentersCare Corner........................................................................... 507-386-7444265 St. Andrews Dr.Mankato, MN 56001Child Care Center of Mapleton............................................ 507-524-4541604 Main Street NEMapleton, MN 56065The Children’s House........................................................... 507-389-1645Minnesota State University - Mankato150 Wiecking CenterMankato, MN 56001Giggles-n-Wiggles Daycare Center..................................... 507-345-54371720 Bassett Dr. P.O. Box 4205Mankato, MN 56001Kid’s Corner.......................................................................... 507-934-1002600 S. 5 th Street –Room 106St. Peter, MN 560825

Child Care - Centers (cont.)Little Saints Day Care........................................................... 507-243-3010605 4th St.Madison Lake, MN 56063Little Stars Early Learning Center....................................... 507-625-2141115 S. 2nd StreetMankato, MN 56001Pemberton Academic Learning Services, Inc.................... 507-869-3353141 4th StreetPemberton, MN 56078Robyn’s Nest......................................................................... 507-388-85951759 Commerce DriveNorth Mankato, MN 56003St. John’s Lutheran Day Care............................................. 507-278-3635137 Houk StreetGood Thunder, MN 56037St. Peter Community Childcare Center, Inc....................... 507-934-3606600 South 5th St. Suite 125St. Peter, MN 560826

Wellcome Kids...................................................................... 507-546-3295114 Pleasant StreetGarden City, MN 56034COUNSELINGIf you feel good about yourself and others, your mental health is prettygood. Remember, though, that you may not feel good all of the time. Noone does. Everyone has uncomfortable or angry feelings about thingsgoing on in their lives. If you experience these kinds of feelings much ormost of the time, you may want to contact a counselor.When do I need counseling?If things you are feeling or doing begin to interfere with your normaleveryday activities, you may need counseling. The following can bewarning signs that someone may need counseling:• Sudden changes in mood or behavior• Depression-feeling unhappy for a long time• Anxiety-strong feelings of fear or nervousness, unexplained rapidbreathing or heartbeat, knotted stomach• Losing temper over small things• Physical aches and pains that have no real physical cause• Dropping grades• Difficulty sleeping for many nights• Excessive use of drugs, alcohol, cigarettes7

Counseling (cont.)• Can only think of the problem and nothing else• Can’t eat or feel sick when you do eatMany counselors charge fees, but some will adjust their fees to what youand your family can afford to pay. With so many options, finding the rightcounselor can be difficult, but there are knowledgeable people to guideyou. Talk to your school nurse, guidance counselor or social worker.For more information on counseling contact:Counseling - Chemical DependencyAddiction Recovery Technologies...................................... 507-345-467012 Civic Center Plaza, Suite 2116Mankato, MN 56001Blue Earth County Human Services................................... 507-304-4222410 S. Fifth StreetMankato, MN 56001Catholic Charities................................................................. 507-387-5586816 Hubbell AvenueMankato, MN 560018

Fountain Center of Mankato................................................ 507-625-3372Mayo Clinic Health System1400 Madison Ave. Suite 324AMankato, MN 56001Hazelden Center City............................................................ 651-213-420015251 Pleasant Valley Road 1-800-257-7810Center City, MN 55012Nicollet County Social Services.......................................... 507-934-8559108 S. Minnesota Avenue, Suite 200St. Peter, MN 56082Residential Treatment Center for Adolescents...............1-800-637-2460620 1st Avenue SW, P.O. Box 278Winnebago, MN 56098Wellcome Manor Family Services....................................... 507-546-3295202 N. Main St.Garden City, MN 56034Counseling and Mental HealthAdult, Child and Family Services, LLC............................... 507-387-3777103 N. Broad StreetMankato, MN 560019

Counseling and Mental Health (cont.)Blue Earth County Mental Health Center........................... 507-304-4319410 S. Fifth St.Mankato, MN 56001Catholic Charities................................................................. 507-387-5586816 Hubbell AvenueMankato, MN 56001Cornerstone Christian Counseling..................................... 507-354-1147St. Paul’s Lutheran Church304 Monroe Avenue, P.O. Box 424North Mankato, MN 56003Counseling Services of Southern MN................................ 507-931-80401306 Marshall StreetSt. Peter, MN 56082Leo A. Hoffmann Center, Inc............................................... 507-934-61221715 Sheppard Drive, P.O. Box 60St. Peter, MN 56082Lutheran Social Service....................................................... 507-625-7660710 S. 2 nd StreetMankato, MN 5600110

Mankato Clinic-Psychiatry & Psychology@ Madison East.................................................................... 507-385-31951400 Madison Avenue, Ste. 352Mankato, MN 56001Mankato Psychology Clinic................................................. 507-387-1350209 S. Second Street, Suite 306Mankato, MN 56001Mayo Clinic Health System-Mankato.................................. 507-385-2620Behavior Health Center1025 Marsh StreetMankato, MN 56001Mayo Clinic Health System@ Eastridge............................. 507-385-6500101 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr.Mankato, MN 56001Philip Psychological Clinic.................................................. 507-345-5049526 S. Second Street, Suite 3Mankato, MN 56001Riverview Clinic.................................................................... 507-625-4060600 Reed StreetMankato, MN 5600111

Counseling and Mental Health (cont.)Sioux Trails Mental Health Center....................................... 507-388-3181342 Belgrade Avenue 24 hr. Crisis Line 1-800-247-2809N. Mankato, MN 56003Sioux Trails Mental Health Center....................................... 507-934-26521301 Marshall StreetSt. Peter, MN 56082Counseling - Domestic Abuse/Sexual AssaultCommittee Against Domestic Abuse–CADA...................... 507-477-0466100 Stadium Court Crisis Line 1-800-477-0466P.O. Box 466Mankato, MN 56001Counseling - FinancialCatholic Charities................................................................. 507-387-5586816 Hubbell AvenueMankato, MN 56001Lutheran Social Service....................................................... 507-625-8021710 S. 2nd StreetMankato, MN 5600112

University of MN Extension–Regional................................ 507-389-67141961 Premier Drive, Suite 110Mankato, MN 56001University of MN Extension-Nicollet County..................... 507-931-0360501 S Minnesota AvenueSt. Peter, MN 56082Counseling - GamblingLutheran Social Service....................................................... 507-625-7660710 S. 2nd StreetMankato, MN 56001Minnesota Problem Gambling Hotline...........................1-800-333-HOPECounseling - LegalSouthern MN Regional Legal Services............................1-800-247-229912 Civic Center Plaza, Suite 3000 507-387-5588Mankato, MN 56001Counseling - Pregnancy/ParentingBirthright of Mankato........................................................... 507-387-7818National Hotline 1-800-550-490012 Civic Center Plaza, Suite 1651Mankato, MN 5600113

Counseling - Pregnancy/Parenting (cont.)Catholic Charities................................................................. 507-387-5586816 Hubbell Avenue 1-800-222-5859Mankato, MN 56001Early Childhood Family Education..................................... 507-524-3918101 6th Avenue NEP.O. Box 515Mapleton, MN 56065Early Childhood Family Education –Mankato................... 507- 625-4620110 Fulton StreetMankato, MN 56001First Steps............................................................................. 507-304-4311Help Me Grow Program........................................................ 507-207-42001610 Commerce DriveN. Mankato, MN 56003Lutheran Social Service....................................................... 507-625-7660710 S. 2nd StreetMankato, MN 5600114

MN Valley Education District............................................... 507-934-5420801 Davis StreetSt. Peter, MN 56082Nicollet County Public Health............................................. 507-934-0459501 S. Minnesota AvenueSt. Peter, MN 56082Planned Parenthood of MN/ND/SD..................................... 507-387-5581Belle Mar Center 1-800-230-7526201 N. Victory Dr., Suite 211Mankato, MN 56001Teenage Parenting Program (TAPP)................................... 507-387-3047Counseling - Suicide PreventionSouth Central Crisis Center24 hour Crisis Line............................................................1-800-865-0606Counseling - Support GroupsCheck with your local hospital for support groups for specific illnesses.15

Counseling - Support Groups (cont.)Alcohol & Drug Education................................................... 507-933-7607Gustavus Adolphus College800 West College AvenueSt. Peter, MN 56082Alcoholics Anonymous - District 9..................................... 507-388-8989Alcoholics Anonymous........................................................ 507-934-4786Trinity Lutheran Church511 South 5 th StreetSt. Peter, MN 56082Arc of Minnesota Southwest............................................... 507-345-4223709 S. Front, Suite 3Mankato, MN 56001(Individuals with disabilities)Codependents Anonymous................................................. 507-387-2160First Presbyterian Church220 E Hickory StreetMankato, MN 5600116

LGBT Center......................................................................... 507-389-5131MSU – MankatoCSU 194Mankato, MN 56001(Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender concerns)Life-Work Planning Center.................................................. 507-345-1577Union Square – Suite 100201 N. Broad St.Mankato, MN 56001(Women in life or work transition)Mayo Clinic Health SystemSupport Group Programs.................................................... 507-385-4772Mayo Clinic Health SystemCancer Support Group......................................................... 507-385-57251025 Marsh StreetMankato, MN 56001Minnesota Brain Injury Force.............................................. 507-228-8161www.mnbif.orgNational Alliance for the Mentally Ill................................... 507-317-3595Mankato, MN 5600117

Counseling - Support Groups (cont.)Nicollet Sexual Assault Services........................................ 507-934-222224 Hour Safe Line: 1-800-630-1425EDUCATIONEducation is the best investment of time and money that you can make.It is important that you get as much education as you can when you areyoung. In high school there are tutoring systems to ensure that you get asmuch from that experience as possible.When choosing a post-secondary school, do a comparison. If you arelooking at a specific field, talk to someone in that careerand ask for advice. If you are looking at a type of school, public vs.private, two year or four year college, compare advantages, prices &course offerings. Talk to school counselors. Websites like ISEEK (www.iseek.org) may be helpful. Most financial aid comes through the school’sfinancial aid office; follow their advice on obtaining aid. There may also behelp paying for school through a job or one of the armed forces.For more information on education contact:18

Community EducationAdult Basic Education/GED –Mankato............................... 507-345-5222Lincoln Community Center (GED Testing)......................... 507-345-5222Maple River Community Education.................................... 507-524-3918St. Peter Adult Basic Education/GED................................ 507- 934-3048Educational InstructionMathnasium........................................................................... 507-345-3276285 St. Andrews Dr.Mankato, MN 56001Post-Secondary SchoolsBethany Lutheran College................................................... 507-344-7000Gustavus Adolphus College................................................ 507-933-8000Martin Luther College........................................................... 507-354-8221Minnesota State University-Mankato.................................. 507-389-5498Rasmussen College............................................................. 507-625-6556South Central College - Mankato........................................ 507-389-7200- Faribault........................................ 507-332-580019

Secondary SchoolsImmanuel-Lutheran High School........................................ 507-345-3027Lake Crystal-Wellcome Memorial....................................... 507-726-2110Loyola Catholic School........................................................ 507-388-2997Mankato Central High School.............................................. 507-387-3047Mankato East High School.................................................. 507-387-5671Mankato West High School................................................. 507-387-3461Maple River High School..................................................... 507-524-3930Nicollet High School............................................................. 507-232-3448RiverBend Academy (Charter)............................................ 507-387-5524St. Clair High School............................................................ 507-245-3027St. Peter High School........................................................... 507-934-4210Head StartMN Valley Action Council –Blue Earth County.................. 507-345-3565105 N. 5 th St., Mankato, MNMN Valley Action Council –Nicollet County....................... 507-934-5225600 S. Fifth Street, Room 213, St. Peter, MNJob CorpsHumphrey Job Corps Center............................................... 651-642-90291480 N. Snelling Avenue 1-800-733-5627St. Paul, MN 5510820

EMPLOYMENTIf you are under age 14 and want a job, there are many things you can doto earn money or gain experience that will help you later. You can babysit,mow lawns or do odd jobs. You can volunteer at a variety of religious,school, or community programs.Remember, plan on looking for work at least three months before youneed it. For summer jobs apply as early as March, or better yet, obtaina part-time job during the school year. Then you will be the first hired fulltime in the summer.Almost all jobs ask for an application or resume. Ask a parent or teacherto review your application before you turn it in. An interview is also usuallyrequired. You should come up with some sample questions and practicean interview before you go. Your local WorkForce Center can provideinformation on completing applications, resumes, and interviews (seewww.mnwfc.org ).For more information on employment contact:Fairmont WorkForce Center ............................................... 507-235-5518412 S. StateFairmont, MN 5603121

Employment (cont.)Mankato WorkForce Center................................................. 507-389-672312 Civic Center Plaza, Suite 1600AMankato, MN 56001New Ulm WorkForce Center................................................ 507-354-31381618 S. Broadway, Suite 203New Ulm, MN 56073MN Valley Action Council-Blue Earth Co........................... 507-345-6822706 N. Victory Drive 1-800-767-7139Mankato, MN 56001(Must be income eligible)MN Valley Action Council-Nicollet Co................................ 507-934-5224600 South 5 th St.St. Peter, MN 56082See also Employment Contractors -Temporary Help in your localphone book.22

FOOD & NUTRITIONEating nutritious food is essential to proper growth and good health.There are many programs that provide access to food, a healthfuldiet and nutrition education.For more information on food and nutrition contact:Blue Earth Co. Human Services.......................................... 507-304-4222410 S. Fifth StreetMankato, MN 56001ECHO Food Shelf.................................................................. 507-345-75081014 South Front StreetMankato, MN 56001Fare for All............................................................................. 507-267-4499Bethel Baptist Church1250 Monks AvenueMankato, MN 56001Fare for All..........................................................................1-800-582-4291Faith Lutheran Church1114 W. Traverse RoadSt. Peter, MN 5608223

Food & Nutrition (cont.)Feeding Our Communities Partners................................... 507-381-4348Backpack Food ProgramP.O. Box 5275Mankato, MN 56002-5275Food for All........................................................................... 507-625-72281700 3rd AvenueMankato, MN 56001Free or Reduced School Meals-District 77......................... 507-388-7442Free or Reduced School Meals-District 508....................... 507-934-5703Nicollet County Social Services.......................................... 507-387-45562070 Howard Dr.North Mankato, MN 56003Nicollet County Social Services.......................................... 507-934-8559108 S. Minnesota Ave., Suite 200St. Peter, MN 56082PACT Ministries.................................................................... 507-625-7228105 West Lind StreetMankato, MN 5600124

Salvation Army..................................................................... 507-345-7842700 S. Riverfront DriveMankato, MN 56001(Free noon meals)Second Harvest Heartland................................................1-888-339-3663St. Peter Food Shelf............................................................. 507-934-964129 W. BroadwaySt. Peter, MN 56082University of MN Extension-Nicollet County.................... 507-931-0360501 S Minnesota AvenueSt. Peter, MN 56082University of MN Extension - Regional............................... 507-389-67211961 Premier Drive, Suite 110Mankato, MN 56001Women, Infants & Children (WIC)-Blue Earth Co.............. 507-304-4163512 East Mulberry StreetMankato, MN 56001Women, Infants & Children (WIC)-Nicollet Co................... 507-934-0489501 S. Minnesota AvenueSt. Peter, MN 5608225

HEALTH SERVICESTaking care of your body is very important. If you have any healthconcerns or have not had a physical examination in some time see yourfamily doctor. If you don’t have a family doctor, or wish to see someoneelse, there are other options. You can get many health care services freeor at a cost based on your income (called a sliding fee scale).Before going to any of the places listed below, call and ask: What servicesare offered? Who can receive services? How are the charges handled?Do I need an appointment? Do I need my parents’ permission? You canalso check with your school nurse.For more information on health services contact:Public Health ClinicsProvide a variety of health services including: physicals, immunizations,nutrition for pregnant women and children (WIC), family planning, diseaseprevention and more.Blue Earth County Public Health........................................ 507-304-4319410 S. 5 th Street (Lower level)Mankato, MN 56002-3526Nicollet County Public Health............................................. 507-934-0459501 S. Minnesota AvenueSt. Peter, MN 5608226

Medical Clinics/ HospitalsDaniels Health Center –Mankato Clinic.............................. 507-934-23251901 Old MinnesotaSt. Peter, MN 56082Mayo Clinic Health System @ Eastridge.........................1-866-340-5399101 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. 507-385-6500Mankato, MN 56001 Urgent Care 507-304-7000Mayo Clinic Health System-Lake Crystal........................... 507-726-6966200 E. Prince StreetLake Crystal, MN 56055Mayo Clinic Health System-Mankato...............................1-800-327-37211025 Marsh Street 507-625-4031Mankato, MN 56001Mayo Clinic Health System@ Northridge........................1-866-556-73621695 LorRay Drive 507-385-5700N. Mankato, MN 56003Mayo Clinic Health System-Specialty Clinic...................... 507-385-47001015 Marsh Street 1-800-340-4399Mankato, MN 5600127

Medical Clinics/ Hospitals (cont.)Mayo Clinic Health System-St. Peter.................................. 507-385-48351900 Sunrise Drive, Suite 200St. Peter, MN 56082Mankato Clinic-Express....................................................... 507-389-8536River Hills Mall1850 Adams StreetMankato, MN 56001Mankato Clinic-Lake Crystal Family Practice.................... 507-726-2136221 South Murphy StreetLake Crystal, MN 56055Mankato Clinic-Madison East.............................................. 507-625-1811Madison East Center1400 Madison Avenue, Suite 352Mankato, MN 56001Mankato Clinic-Main Street.................................................. 507-625-18111230 E. Main StreetMankato, MN 56001Mankato Clinic @ Mapleton Family Practice..................... 507-524-3835305 Main Street NEMapleton, MN 5606528

Mankato Clinic @North Mankato Family Practice............. 507-625-50271575 Lookout DriveNorth Mankato, MN 56003Mankato Clinic-Wickersham Health Campus..................... 507-625-18111421 Premier DriveMankato, MN 56001Mankato Clinic-Urgent Care................................................ 507-625-76841809 Adams StreetMankato, MN 56001Open Door Health Center..................................................... 507-388-2120309 Holly LaneMankato, MN 56001Pediatric & Adolescent Dentistry........................................ 507-387-4078212 Star StreetMankato, MN 56001Rivers Edge Hospital & Clinic............................................. 507-931-22001900 N. Sunrise DriveSt. Peter, MN 5608229

Medical Clinics/ Hospitals (cont.)Student Health Services – MSU Mankato .......................... 507-389-627621 Carkoski Commons (Basement below Dining Services)Mankato, MN 56001HOUSING PROGRAMSKnowing what you want and can afford before you begin your housingsearch will make it more successful. When searching for appropriatehousing there are a number of issues to consider including:Maximum Rent/Mortgage PaymentType of leaseSpace needs (# of bedrooms, etc.)Parking (garage, covered, street)Is it a safe neighborhoodSecurity systemsCost of utilitiesThe following are resources that may be helpful in finding an apartment:Classified Ads of your local newspaper“Apartments” in the yellow page section of your local phone directoryBulletin Boards at local post-secondary schoolsFor more information on local housing programs contact:30

Minnesota Housing Finance Agency.................................. 651-296-7608Minnesota Valley Action Council –Blue Earth/Nicollet Counties.............................................. 507-345-6822706 N. Victory DriveMankato, MN 56001(Must be income eligible)Partners for Affordable Housing......................................... 507-388-1664151 Good Counsel Drive, Suite 130Mankato, MN 56001(Transitional housing)Salvation Army..................................................................... 507-345-7840700 S. Riverfront DriveMankato, MN 56001Section 8 Rental Assistance ............................................... 507-387-8636City of Mankato - Intergovernmental Center10 Civic Center PlazaMankato, MN 56001South Central MN Multi-County HRA...............................1-800-733-9564360 Pierce Avenue, Suite 106 507-345-1977North Mankato, MN 5600331

Housing Programs (cont.)Partners for Affordable Housing......................................... 507-388-1664(Homeless shelter-Theresa House & Welcome Inn)LIBRARIESLibraries are an important resource. Libraries can provide resources thatwill help you with your homework or provide reading materials for your funand leisure. Libraries also provide access to computers and the Internet.For more information on libraries contact:Blue Earth County Library.................................................. 507-304-4001100 E Main StreetMankato, MN 56001Lake Crystal Public Library................................................. 507-726-2726100 Robinson StreetLake Crystal, MN 56055Mapleton Public Library....................................................... 507-524-3513104 First Avenue, P.O. Box 405Mapleton, MN 5606532

North Mankato Taylor Library.............................................. 507-345-51201001 Belgrade AvenueNorth Mankato, MN 56003St. Peter Public Library........................................................ 507-934-7420601 S. Washington AvenueSt. Peter, MN 56082Library SystemsSMILE Library System.......................................................... 507-625-6169Traverse Des Sioux Library System................................... 507-625-6169RECREATION AND LEISUREHaving fun is an important part of your quality of life. Although meetingnew people and trying new things can be scary, getting involved in leisureactivities has a positive impact on your general well-being.In addition to community education and park & recreation activities,you may want to explore local church youth groups and/or local culturalactivities such as dance, music or theatre groups.For more information on recreation and leisure contact:33

Recreation and Leisure (cont.)All Seasons Arena ............................................................... 507-387-6552Arts Center of St. Peter....................................................... 507-931-3630315 S. Minnesota AvenueSt. Peter, MN 56082Carmike Stadium Cinema 6................................................. 507-625-1763220 Stadium Road Info 507-625-3456Mankato, MN 56001CineMagic St. Peter 5........................................................... 507-931-5921621 S. Minnesota Ave.St. Peter, MN 56082Cinemark Movies 8............................................................... 507-625-1929River Hills Mall1850 Adams StreetMankato, MN 56001Community Education – Mankato....................................... 507-387-5501110 Fulton StreetMankato, MN 5600134

Community Education – Nicollet........................................ 507-232-34481 Pine StreetNicollet, MN 56074Dance Conservatory of So. MN........................................... 507-625-20051400 Madison Avenue, Suite 202Mankato, MN 56001Dance Express...................................................................... 507-625-38652105 N. Broad CourtMankato, MN 56001Darts League......................................................................... 507-387-79861840 Commerce DriveNorth Mankato, MN 56003Dutler’s Bowl......................................................................... 507-387-34391247 Range StreetNorth Mankato, MN 56003Kingpin’s Bowl...................................................................... 507-934-29821671 S. Third StreetSt. Peter, MN 5608235

Recreation and Leisure (cont.)Lake Crystal Area Recreation Center................................. 507-726-6730621 W. Nathan StreetLake Crystal, MN 56055LEEP-Leisure Education for Exceptional People.............. 507-387-5122929 N. 4 th StreetMankato, MN 56001(Individuals w/disabilities)Mankato Area Girls Fastpitch Assoc.–MAGFA.................. 507-387-9985Mankato Area Gymnastics School...................................... 507-625-6260Mankato/North Mankato Youth Football............................. 507-625-1100Mankato Area Youth Baseball Assoc. -MAYBA.................. 507-625-3322Mankato Area Youth Symphony Orchestra......................(507) 217-7687Mankato Area Wrestling Club............................. www.theguillotine.comMankato Ballet Company..................................................... 507-625-7716Mankato Curling Club.......................................................... 507-388-333536

Mankato Family YMCA......................................................... 507-387-82551401 S. Riverfront DriveMankato, MN 56001Mankato Area Girls Fastpitch Softball................................ 507-387-9985Mankato Royals Baseball.................................................... 507-625-3322Mankato United Soccer Club.................. mankatosoccer@hotmail.comMapleton Heather Curling Club........................................... 507-524-3733Mount Kato Ski Area............................................................ 507-625-336320461 Hwy. 66Mankato, MN 56001Pool League Information..................................................... 507-387-7986St. Peter Recreation & Leisure Services............................ 507-934-0667600 S. 5 th Street, Suite 200St. Peter, MN 56082St. Peter Soccer Club........................................................... 507-469-422237

Recreation and Leisure (cont.)Victory Bowl.......................................................................... 507-387-7991203 S. Victory DriveMankato, MN 56001Wow!Zone Family Entertainment Center........................... 507-625-26952030 Adams StreetMankato, MN 56001YMCA Marlins Swim Team Mankato Family YMCA............ 507-387-8255Additional information can also be found on school district and chamber ofcommerce websites.TRANSPORTATIONA key issue for youth in a rural area is transportation. Below is a list ofarea resources that may be beneficial in meeting your transportationneeds.For more information on transportation contact:38

Driver’s License Road & Knowledge Test SitesDriver’s License Exam Station............................................ 507-344-27992161 Bassett DriveMankato, MN 56001Driver’s License Exam Station............................................ 507-931-6800Nicollet County Courthouse501 S. Minnesota AvenueSt. Peter, MN 56082Transportation ServicesAmeriCare Mobility Van....................................................... 507-625-6741703 S. 2 nd Street 1-800-963-7233Mankato, MN 56001(Non-emergency medical transportation for individuals withdisabilities)Gold Cross Ambulance........................................................ 507-345-34201308 Marsh StreetMankato, MN 56001(Non-emergency medical transportation for ill or disabled persons)Kato Cab................................................................................ 507-388-7433722 ½ N. Riverfront DriveMankato, MN 5600139

Transportation Services (cont.)Mankato Transit.................................................................... 507-625-7433224 Lamm StreetMankato, MN 56001National Run Away Switchboard..................................1-800-RUN-AWAY(Must be youth initiated between the ages 12-20)St. Peter Transit Dial-A-Ride................................................ 507-934-6070227 S. Front StreetSt. Peter, MN 56082(Serving St. Peter and Kasota area)Wheel Get There –MVAC....................................................(507) 345-0446706 N. Victory DriveMankato, MN 56001(Cars/car loans)YOUTH ORGANIZATIONSBeing involved in youth organizations is a great way to meet newfriends and learn team-building and leadership skills. In addition to theorganizations listed below most local places of worship have youth groupsalso.40

For more information on youth organizations contact:4H – Blue Earth Co. U of M Extension................................ 507-304-4325204 S. Fifth Street, Suite 330Mankato, MN 560014H – Nicollet Co. U of M Extension..................................... 507-934-0360501 S. Minnesota AvenueSt. Peter, MN 56082Boy Scouts of America........................................................ 507-387-3123810 Madison AvenueMankato, MN 56001Girl Scouts of MN & WI River Valley................................... 507-625-7474Satellite OfficeMankato, MN 56001The Well Youth Center of Maple River................................ 507-524-3839106 Main St. NEMapleton, MN 5606541

YOUTH SERVICESThere are many services and resources offered by a variety of agencies inSouth Central Minnesota that help youth. In addition to the agencies listedbelow, you may also want to check: www.211.org (or call 1-800-543-7709)for information on services that will meet your specific need.For more information on youth services contact:Blue Earth County Social Services..................................... 507-304-4319410 S. 5 th StreetMankato, MN 56002-3526First Steps............................................................................. 507-304-4311410 S. Fifth StreetMankato, MN 56002LEEP-Leisure Education for Exceptional People.............. 507-387-5122929 N. 4 th St.Mankato, MN 56001(Individuals with developmental disabilities)Life-Work Planning Center.................................................. 507-345-1577201 N. Broad Street, Suite 100Mankato, MN 5600142

Lutheran Social Service....................................................... 507-625-7660710 S. Second StreetMankato, MN 56001(Independent living skills)Madelia Area Integration Collaborative.............................. 507-642-3232320 Buck Avenue S.E. x204Madelia, MN 56062(Includes LCWM, Madelia, Maple River, Truman)MN Valley Action Council – Blue Earth/Nicollet................ 507-345-6822706 N. Victory Drive 1-800-767-7139Mankato, MN 56001(Must be income eligible)Nicollet County Social Services.......................................... 507-387-45562070 Howard DriveN. Mankato, MN 56003Nicollet County Social Services.......................................... 507-934-8559108 S. Minnesota Avenue Suite #200St. Peter, MN 5608243

Youth Services (cont.)Project G.E.M........................................................................ 507-726-6047Route 1, Box 533Lake Crystal, MN 56055(Educational outreach program for special needs youth focusing onthe arts)Salvation Army..................................................................... 507-345-7840700 S. Riverfront DriveMankato, MN 56001(Emergency assistance/youth programs)St. Peter Community and Family Education...................... 507-934-3048600 S. Fifth Street, Suite 207St. Peter, MN 56082The REACH Drop-In Center................................................. 507-381-6670Lutheran Social Service709 South Front Street, Suite 6Mankato, MN 56001(Homeless youth)Vocational Rehabilitation Services..................................... 507-389-672312 Civic Center Plaza, Suite 1600CMankato, MN 56001(Individuals with disabilities)44

Vocational Rehabilitation Services..................................... 507-389-6099320 Sunrise DriveSt. Peter, MN 56082(Individuals with disabilities)YMCA..................................................................................... 507-387-82551401 S. Riverfront DriveMankato, MN 56001(Leadership development and recreation)YWCA..................................................................................... 507-345-4629500 South Broad StreetMankato, MN 5600145

NOTES46

The funding to print the youth directory was made available by theSouth Central WorkForce Council.

This Directorywill help you findinformation about:Child CareCounselingEducationEmploymentFood & NutritionHealth ServicesHousing ProgramsLibrariesRecreationTransportationYouth OrganizationsYouth ServicesArtwork on coverprovided by:Cassandra DlugiewiczSouth Central CollegeScan this QR code with your smartphone to link to the youthdirectory online.