The Dating Game (a popular dating show at the time) had a grand prize featuring a trip to the 1970 Anoka Halloween festival. Ambassador from Northfield Named Queen of the Lakes; Princesses Hail from Cokato and Gibbon. She enjoyed reminiscing with fellow alumni and welcoming the newest former Queen of the Lakes into the group. Erin represented Anoka at the Minneapolis Aquatennial in July of 2008. Jim & Carol Gerber chaperoned Kristi to Japan in 1990. Katie represented Anoka at the Minneapolis Aquatennial in July of 2004. 1961 Actor Valley Of The Dragons Jules Verne Fantasy Sci Fi Columbia 8X10 Photo (#225363130851) l***e . After Nancy was crowned an Aquatennial Princess she was welcomed home and crowned a new Miss Anoka, Diane. So, too, have been its royalty, including the festival's Queen of the Lakes. Shown here are a representative sampling of some of the reigning Queen of the Lakes from years gone by. Alexandra Award recipient: Morgan Lindquist. Sharolyn (Frampton) Caplette Minneapolis Aquatennial Queen of theLakes 1978. Included in this collection is a photographic record of the legendary Aquatennial Queen of the Lakes. Alexandra Award recipient: Karlye Garrison. Sonja Weiler and Sharolyn Carlson take on the leadership role; they were young enough to be candidates with Amy, Christine and Laura. In 1987, Ruth Herbold Moorefondly recalled that she and the other candidates congregated at GreenTheater, walked across the stage and that was about it, really. She doesntrecall going to any parades or festivals. A panel of judges choose the next year . (Minneapolis, Minn.) On Saturday, July 23, the Minneapolis Aquatennial Ambassador Organization named the 2023 Minneapolis Queen of the Lakes, and Aquatennial Princesses at the ambassador coronation: Aquatennial Queen of the Lakes: Kaia Schomburg of Northfield, MN, Aquatennial Princess: Kezia Lee of Cokato, MN, Aquatennial Princess: Brooklyn Werner of Gibbon, MN. Miss Anoka: Julie Moore The very next day the 1967 Anoka Royalty was selected. Then our dresses were placed over the contraption. The 22-year-old was crowned the 2022 Queen of the Lakes during the Aquatennial Ambassador Coronation Saturday at the Hopkins Center for the Arts in downtown Hopkins. Later, Humphrey wrote, a womens clown group called the Powder Puffs was formed because females were not allowed to join the male troupes. Mass Market Paperback. Play Now. Select from premium Minneapolis Aquatennial of the highest quality. Heidi Rootes got married after her reign. 61, no. Right: Newspaper press release from after Mary Ann was crowned. Miss Anoka: Annette St. Dennis | Cay Dunning In addition to her work, Lisa takes an active role in service to the community by doing her part to keep it vibrant and healthy. Princesses: Christine (Jones) Lindquist | Jennifer Schlueter Wold had an entire week of events, judging and personal and . For the first few parades the ambassadors rode in a convertible loaned to us by Coon Rapids Chrysler. Shown here are a representative sampling of some of the reigning Queen of the Lakes from years gone by. Miss Anoka: Tracey (Richards) Herold $19.99. Hennepin County's famous Aquatennial has been part of the Minneapolis summer since 1940. Princesses: Sarah (Foss) Stritesky | Tammy (Gray) Ramberg | Genny Emery Karen George served as President of Anoka Halloween, Inc. in 2008 & 2009, and as a Minneapolis Aquatennial Captain in 2014. Community involvement has been a big part of Scotts life. No one made the connection that Ruth Herbold Moore had been MissAnoka 1933 and she didnt publicize it. Cloud, Queen of the Lakes Marilyn Lindstrom Joliffe - Army, Queen of the Lakes Nancy Thom Engelbert* - Womens Army Corps, Queen of the Lakes Patty Carlson Manheim Coast Guard, Queen of the Lakes Barbara Matson Woodward - Navy, Queen of the Lakes Vivian Hofstad Semple Miss Sears Robuck Company, 1941 - Visit and Take Part in the 1941 Aquatennial, Queen of the Lakes Eva Brunson Steiner Miss Northwestern Bell*, Queen of the Lakes Joyce Moen Herrick* Fergus Falls. Waterama History. Community celebrations are special to Scott. Image is from the collection of the Hennepin History . Hennepin History Museum is home to the historic Aquatennial collection. . In 2012, Chelsea, stepped into a leadership role of running the Anoka Royal Ambassador Program. Len Jacobsson, another member of the Aqua Jesters, who performed at events like the Aquatennial, suggested that people who have a fear of clowns may have been embarrassed by one in the past. Its a small silver cup resting on a plastic stand. Here at This past Saturday she was named as one of two 2020 Aquatennial princesses. The decision was made not to replace her that year. Mary Jane Gustafson, There is lot more to clowning than meets eye, Newspaper Clipping from Clowns Folder at Hennepin History Museum. This was not only fun for them but also for Sharolyn and Sonja who drove the ambassadors through the parades. This marked the first year of acting leadership for Megan Wells. She wears her fathers Vice Commodore patch in his memory on her right sleeve. Miss Anoka: Heidi (Rootes) Wold Nancy Thom, shown above, took over the royal duties. The picnics were a celebration of a revolutionary victory and a turning point in American history. In her spare time, Tammy plays guitar and sings with a contemporary choir in her church. Miss Anoka: Pamela Jo Albsinson Use tab to navigate through the menu items. The 10-day July festival "was a big deal back then," said her son Bill. 2019 Red Wing Royal Ambassador Hannah Rodgers was crowned a 2022 Aquatennial princess on July 24 at the Aquatennial Ambassador Organization's coronation at Hopkins Center for the Arts.. Minneapolis celebrates "the best days of summer" at its annual Aquatennial Celebration, crowning two princesses and the Queen of the Lakes the Saturday of the celebration. This marked the last year of acting leadership for Katrina Funder and Chelsea Tulupan. 48, no. MINNEAPOLIS AQUATENNIAL AMBASSADOR ORGANIZATION ANNOUNCES 2023 QUEEN OF THE LAKES AND PRINCESSES, Earlier in the week, the 2023 Commodore and Captains were revealed: Scott Swenson will serve as Commodore; Lisa Franxman and Tammy McCanna will be Captains. Karen George - Hospitality. Not pictured: Lisa Franxman Commodore Scott Swenson Scott prides himself on being a family first man, he has been married for thirty-six years to . Earlier in the week, the 2023 Commodore and Captains were revealed: Scott Swenson will serve as Commodore; Lisa Franxman and Tammy McCanna will be Captains. Masks are optional while visiting the Museum. in Eden Prairie. All the hard work came with exciting perks and opportunities, however including a tour through Spain with Minneapolis journalist Barbara Flanagan. The committee chose a king and a queen from each elementary school, and Miss Anoka was awarded a sash. Frontier Days celebrates the cowboy traditions of the west with a rodeo, parade and fair. 2002 marks the first year of the Anoka Royal Ambassador Program. Eva passed away quietly on November 21. Miss Dominion of Canada 1978, Brigitte Hofmann, was a special guest at the coronation. We invite past Royalty every 5 years to ride in the parade on a special float. Princesses: Pamela Mason | Shelly (Heinen) Ferris Terri Johnson - Membership/Alumni. Brenna represented Anoka at the Minneapolis Aquatennial in July of 2012. 2015 Queen of the Lakes Laura Swartz (pictured with Eva) remembers her as, "beautiful and elegant in every way. Ambassadors: Emily Gabrielson | Kaitlyn Mateychuk | Morgan Lindquist The Minneapolis Aquatennial Ambassador Scholarship Program includes the ambassador positions of Aquatennial Queen of the Lakes and Princesses, explained Kenny Devine, a representative with the AAO Kaia, Kezia, and Brooklyn will now represent the City of Minneapolis across the state of Minnesota and North America, making over 250 appearances over the next year. Morgan represented Anoka at the Minneapolis Aquatennial in July of 2022. Children grow up seeing clown imagery with familiar characters like Ronald McDonald and the famous red clown noses sold to benefit charity. 1959 Aquatennials 20th Anniversary Vacationland U.S.A. Queen of the Lakes Sharon Bigalke Siebert St. Louis Park, Princess Barbara Erickson Miss Prudential, Queen of the Lakes Pat Wilson Richardson Granite Falls, Princess Barbara Theilen North Minneapolis, Queen of the Lakes Mary Erickson Gold Miss Prudential, Princess Jackie Hanson Reid Miss U. of M. Engineers Day, Queen of the Lakes Judy Penny Anastasi Miss Uptown, Queen of the Lakes Marlene Dolbec Gavelin Miss Local 1145 Honeywell, Princess Margaret Ellefson-Chipman Glenwood, Queen of the Lakes Betty Trones Steward Richfield, Princess Gloria Shopek Ivey Minneapolis Aqua Jesters, Queen of the Lakes Joanne Melberg Fredsall Robbinsdale, Princess Dawn Joyce Uptown Club of Minneapolis, Queen of the Lakes Betty Barnhart Clapp Hopkins, Queen of the Lakes Helen Stoffer Madden Golden Valley Lilac Queen, Queen of the Lakes Jean Johnson Davis The Dayton Company, Queen of the Lakes Lee Jaenson Zopff St. So, too, have been its royalty, including the festivals Queen of the Lakes. The former Miss Anoka, Pam Albinson, served as queen in 1962. This same year Amandas sister, Katrina, was an ambassador. Try out the Aquatennial Scavenger Hunt! Please check back often (and follow our Instagram,Twitter and Facebook pages) for more #HistoricAquatennial. Her fiance remained stationed in California, however, and Nancys wedding did not take place until after she had served out the rest of her reign and crowned her successor. After Polly was crowned an Aquatennial Princess, Rhonda Sears was named Miss Anoka, and a new Anoka Princess was announced. A permanent pier was built along the back channel. Following policy, thejudges always pick a third candidate to reign in the event any princess ofthe present royalty is unable to perform her duties. Chin, Richard. The Anoka Halloween Royal Ambassador Program supports the growth and development of young women in Anoka through scholarship, achievement, and grace. The Queen of the Lakes played an important role in the Aquatennial festival, providing a dose of pageantry that enthralled audiences across Miss Anoka: Mary Gallagher Hennepin County History 48, no. Amy represents Anoka at the Minneapolis Aquatennial Queen of the Lakes Program. Clem Gruber was the Queen Committee Chairman andKen Peterson was Master of Ceremonies. . Ambassadors: Mallory Jones | Claire Tembreull | Angelina Collins Emily represented Anoka at the Minneapolis Aquatennial in July of 2015. Overview Download history Purchase history Invoices Boards SIGN OUT. Marilyn fondly recalls in an article recruiting queen candidates in the paper,The day Pam Albinson retired as Miss Anoka and placed the crown on myhead was one of the proudest days of my life.. Ambassadors: Cassie Nigh | Jenny Regenscheid | Erin (Messer) Echternach Cloud State Homecoming Queen, Queen of the Lakes Becky Rear Montevideo, Princess Linda Johnson Columbia Heights, Queen of the Lakes Sharolyn Frampton Anoka, Princess Mary Jane Houts Svenskarnas Dag, Princess Janelle Urdahl-Kirsch Litchfield, Queen of the Lakes Katherine Kiki St. Princesses: Marilyn Potter | Mary Ellen Kemske Their new titles didnt last longonly one day. Scotts theme for 2023 is "Make a Difference", which he is excited to live and instill this entire year. We knew it was time to think about a new float when it was riddled with issues during the year. Princesses: Elizabeth Dietz | Kim Podany Miss Anoka: Nancy Lyke Kneefe Photo Royalty Beautiful Women Crowns Princess King 8x10 Vintage Image Original. Princess Erin Westlund - Hutchinson, Queen of the Lakes Haley Rogers - Albertville, Queen of the Lakes Vanessa Gonzalez - Northfield, Princess Elizabeth Brimeyer - Maple Grove, Queen of the Lakes Carolyn Meyer - Northfield, Queen of the Lakes Maricia Pacheco - Farmington, Queen of the Lakes Laura Swartz - Willmar, 2014 - 75th Anniversary & The Best Days of Summer, Queen of the Lakes Riley (Bruns) Fournier- Annandale, Queen of the Lakes Carly Smith Red Wing, Senior Vice Commodore Terry Lee Hoppenrath, Queen of the Lakes Amanda Bertrand Montevideo, Queen of the Lakes Alissa Hibst Svenskarnas Dag, Queen of the Lakes Alexandra Forster Delano, Queen of the Lakes Tara Litwinchuk Maple Grove, Queen of the Lakes Charissa Pederson Monticello, Queen of the Lakes Jessica Gaulke Robbinsdale (July '06-Jan '07), Queen of the Lakes Jenna Bernhardson Svenskarnas Dag (Jan '07-July '07), Princess Jenna Bernhardson Svenskarnas Dag (July '06-Jan '07), Princess Nichelle Hackert Anoka (Jan '07-July '07), Queen of the Lakes Katie Nelson Paynesville, Queen of the Lakes Marie Hansen New Brighton, Queen of the Lakes Sandra Vucinovich Lakeville, Princess Courtney TerWisscha Clara City, Queen of the Lakes Megan Harms Lake City, Queen of the Lakes Natalie Neubauer Hutchinson, Queen of the Lakes Lisa Carlson Willmar, Queen of the Lakes Emily Aus Granite Falls, Queen of the Lakes Kelly Gahlon Willmar Fests, Natalka Kramarczuk - Arts and Entertainment, Queen of the Lakes Carrie Nevitt Glenwood, Princess Katie Hendrickson Svenskarnas Dag, Lezlee Vrleze-Cole - Arts and Entertainment, Queen of the Lakes Christine Scherping Melrose, Lezlee Vrieze-Cole - Arts and Entertainment, Queen of the Lakes Bethany Hibbard - East Bethel, Queen of the Lakes Robyn Johnson Crystal, Queen of the Lakes Kacie Cassidy Robbinsdale, Princess Renee Anderson Svenskarnas Dag, Queen of the Lakes Brenda Flury Rockford, Princess Jacqueline Hakes Crosby-Ironton, Princess Natalka Kramarczuk Northeast Minneapolis, Queen of the Lakes Lisa Gratz Crosby-Ironton, Queen of the Lakes Jennifer Munson Fridley, 1989 - AHHHH! Young single women representing cities and companies across the state gather in Minneapolis each year to compete for the opportunity to serve on the Aquatennial royal court. 4-34. And Waterama was off and running! Marilyn was also a candidate for the Queen on the Lakes program duringthe 1962 Aquatennial, which ran from July 12- July 20. Forster, a 2008 graduate of Delano High School, is the . Camps and classes such as the Mooseburger Clown Arts Camp and the Clowning Around class at Lakewood Community College were created to train aspiring performers. 100 South 1st Street Miss Anoka: Marcia (Fisher) Brennan Clubhouse: The antebellum-style clubhouse has expansive views of Lake Calhoun. See all. Its unknown why Miss Anoka, Nancy (Lyke) Kneefe didnt represent Anoka at the Minneapolis Aquatennial. It was also at this event two new princesses were named and crowned, Mary Gallagher and Cindy Mealhouse. Al Sicherman, Class Clown, Star Tribune, December 29, 1991. Anokas middle school building was named afterFred Moore. Molly represented Anoka at the Minneapolis Aquatennial in July of 2010. They were special guests at the coronation and were a partof both Halloween parades. Tammy has two daughters, Taylor (28) and Ryan (26) who mean everything to her and she loves seeing them become incredibly loving and strong women. If you know what happened during this time, please [email protected] share the story. Miss Anoka: Jolene (Leadens) Radermacher Hennepin Countys famous Aquatennial has been part of the Minneapolis summer since 1940. This began a nearly 10-year gift of international goodwill extended to Anoka Halloween, Inc. Ralph & Elaine Petter chaperoned Martha to Japan in 1988. The average age at time of marriage also dropped. The lavish Aqua Follies-held each year at Thedore Wirth Pool in Wirth Park-was the centerpiece of this glitzy civic extravaganza. The program stated "Miss St. Louis Park will be a guest at the Minneapolis Aquatennial as a visiting queen this July and will vie for the Aquatennial Queen of the Lakes title in 1986." Prizes included a full scholarship to the Premiere School of Modeling, $150 college scholarship, make-over, a $350 wardrobe, and a white synthetic fur . For more information about the Minneapolis Aquatennial Ambassador Organization, please visit http://www.aquatennialambassadors.com. Ambassadors: Hailee (Gifford) Brush | Anna (Walch) Horsch | Grace (Watson) Grittner Minneapolis Aquatennial Souvenir Program Collection, 1940 . USPS membership was 81,689 as of Feb 1 and would reach 86,000. Crowned along with her was Miss Hutchinson Jacyln Auger, who was also named a . 3 (Summer 2002): pp. . 1960 Queen of the Lakes Gail Nygaard originally served as Miss Willmar although at the time of her coronation her family had relocated to Minneapolis, where her father was minister of Simpson Methodist Church. Weknow Mary and Cindy reigned as princesses during the 1969 festival andwe think they continued to represent Anoka in 1970. Miss Anoka: Martha Weaver An exciting moment for all in Anoka! Cay, Mary, and Cindy reigned over the 1969 festival. Thats just a handful of photographs from our extensive collection of materials related to all aspects of the Aquatennial, including its Queen of the Lakes program. (Above: 1941 Queen of the Lakes Evan Brunson) Hennepin History Museum is home to the Historic Aquatennial Collection. Nichelle Hackert served as an Aquatennial Princess from January 2007-July 2007 after the Queen of the Lakes stepped down to serve her country in the National Guard. Miss Anoka: Kristin (Young) Harper A new Anoka Princess was named, too, Peggy Coleman. Princesses: Eileen Enge | Kathy Purcell. Pamela was killed in a car accident during her reign. Princess Cay and Princess Sally each received $25 and a cosmetic kit. Jun 8, 2021. Princesses: Molly Rowe | Kelly McCall | Lanise Olson Young single women representing cities and companies across the state gather in Minneapolis each year to compete for the opportunity to serve on the Aquatennial royal court. Nichelle Hackert Minneapolis Aquatennial Princess 2007. In 1940 civic leaders in Minneapolis hit upon the idea of sponsoring an annual summer festival, and from the very first, the Minneapolis Aquatennial was a smashing success; so much so that it was featured in Life and Look magazines, and came to be known as America's Summer Festival. Here we have the cover from the Aqua Follies program from 1946. A few of the civic organizations/events he has been involved in include, Eagan Rotary Club, Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce, Eagan Sesquicentennial, Eagan Fourth of July Funfest, Open Door, American Cancer Society Real Men Wear Pink Ambassador program, and Eagan Citizens for Crime Prevention. 2017 - The Best Days of Summer. When 2019 Miss Hutchinson Erika Tillmann passed on her crown this past June, it turned out her time as royalty was not yet finished. Preserving and maintaining the Historic Aquatennial Collection takes resources and money. In 2018 she was selected as Miss Hutchinson and Hutchinson Jaycee Water Carnival Miss Congeniality. Ruth married Fred Moore, who was a prominent businessman and schoolboard president in 1935. This marked the first year of acting leadership for Angie Springer. The festival of 2007 attracted 45 candidates, twice as many as the program attracted the year before! A Minneapolis resident, she continued to serve the community over the years as a member and volunteer of several organizations including the Jones-Harrison Residence, the Woman's Club of Minneapolis and Golden Valley Federated Women's Club. Thismeant no lights and no music. As the 2006 queen, Katie represented Minneapolis and the state over the past year. Time: 11 a.m. Aquatennial Ambassador Organization Queen of the Lakes Coronation: Experience the . . P.O. It's map Monday. (Above: 1941 Queen of the Lakes Evan Brunson). Miss Janet Johnson, 22, Minneapolis Aquatennial queen of the lakes, was chosen from 40 of . Learn more about their professional, community and social lives in their bios below. Pamela was killed in a car accident during her reign. Past month; Great find. Ambassador from Northfield Named Queen of the Lakes; Princesses Hail from Cokato and Gibbon (Minneapolis, Minn.) On Saturday, July 23, the Minneapolis Aquatennial Ambassador Organization named the 2023 Minneapolis Queen of the Lakes, and Aquatennial Princesses at the ambassador coronation: Aquatennial Queen of the Lakes: Kaia Schomburg of Northfield, MN Aquatennial Princess: Kezia Lee of . In his thirty-seven-year banking career, Scott has become passionate about community banking due to the industry's commitment to the neighbors and communities. (Above: 1941 Queen of the Lakes Evan Brunson). Polly Benson Minneapolis Aquatennial Princess 1984. Delano Herald Journal. Try to identify some of the most iconic locations in the city. Lauren represented Anoka at the Minneapolis Aquatennial in July of 2018. Queen of the Lakes Carolyn Meyer - Northfield. This was the first time in the history of Aquatennial that the alternate envelope was opened because an ambassador stepped down. What makes it interesting? Learn More, Anoka Halloween Capital of the World Diane was crowned on July 25, 1967. Hennepin County's famous Aquatennial has been part of the Minneapolis summer since 1940. Please rsvp if you plan to attend our Royalty luncheon to [email protected]. A photo of the float in the 1965 Minneapolis Aquatennial Grande Day Parade was found with Cindynamed on the float as Miss Anoka and Nancy named on the float as aprincess. Not pictured: Lisa Franxman. Noteworthy Event: Prim and proper luncheon for all past Aquatennial Queens, held each July. Miss Anoka: Sharolyn (Frampton) Caplette | Kelly (Lundquist) Fenwick Princesses: Amy (Frampton) Berg | Colleen Wurm The decision was made this year that the Queen Coronation would be heldin conjunction with Anoka Halloween Festivities, in October. Noteworthy Event: Prim and proper luncheon for all past Aquatennial Queens, held each July. The Aquatennial Ambassador Organization is excited to introduce the 2023 Commodore and Captains! Please consider making a gift to support the preservation of local history for current and future generations. Wednesday, it was Princess Jenna and I again heading to a coronation, this time in Melrose which is about a half-hour past St. THANK YOU TO OUR AQUATENNIAL PARTNERS The Minneapolis . Ariana Velishek who previously served as Miss Jordan in 2019-2020, is vying for the title of . This year, 37 candidates participated in the candidate program. Ambassadors: Chloe Reimringer | Lauren (Springer) Sieben | Skylar Baranowski The Minneapolis Aquatennial Ambassador Organization (AAO) is a nonprofit Section 501(c)(3) public charity focusing on Community, Leadership and Scholarship . Kristi completed her time with Anoka in October of 1989 and was a candidate for Queen of the Lakes in July of 1990 where she was crowned the 1991 Aquatennial Princess. Princesses: Erin (Boelter) Dennie | Amy Smith . Queen of the Lakes has been used as the name of three vessels that sailed on the Great Lakes, but none was the longest on the lakes at the time.The first was a three-masted Canadian schooner built in 1853 as Robert Taylor, measuring 133 feet (41 m).It was renamed Queen of the Lakes sometime before 1864. Queen Patricia Kelzer represented the Shakopee Jaycees. The Queen and her Commodore are Minneapolis' goodwill ambassadors to the world. Free shipping for many products! Princesses: Cynthia Ann Holasz | Jill Brock Ambassadors: Bri (Floding) Olson | Brianna Lentner | Brooke Thonennes Mr. & Mrs. Erickson announced their retirement from starting up and building the program in 1961. Hennepin History Museum is home to the Historic Aquatennial Collection. Write a catchy description to grab your audience's attention Princess Jennifer Anderson - Lakeville Ambassadors: Hannah Anderson | Emily Keis | Taylor (Fournier) Williams Miss Anoka: Ruth Herbold Moore Scott has an MBA in Business Administration Management from the University of St. Thomas and a bachelors degree in accounting from the University of Minnesota, Duluth. The behind the scenes of a national drag queen contest in New York City, including the rehearsals leading up to the contest, the conversations in the dressing room and the jealousies that emerge before and after the competition. "Crowning Memories and Lost Images: The Aquatennial Queen of the Lakes." Hennepin History 61, no. In addition, his family is active in All Saints Lutheran Church in Eagan. Mpls. These experiences included visiting Minneapolis hallmarks and events like The Womans Club of Minneapolis, the Aquatennial Parade, and Aquatennial Fireworks. Ambassadors:Athena Galvan | Katie (Greene) Greene-Schultz | Andrea Jennings Laura and her sister, Carrie (1986), were both crowned an Anoka Princess and selected as Miss Congeniality by their peers. The . Growing up, Scott was one of nine children who grew up in Northfield, and each year they celebrated the Aquatennial and Defeat of Jesse James Days. The Anoka Halloween Royal Ambassador Program supports the growth and development of young women in Anoka through scholarship, achievement, and grace. The exact origin of the Northeast Royalty program is unknown, but it can be traced back to the 1940's. 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