Progress 2016

For nearly three decades, Furlong’s Liquor has been a staple in the east metro, offering one of the largest selections of wine, beer and spirits in the region at competitive prices. 

In 1970, the Carol Matheys Center for Children and Families opened its doors as part of the St. Michael’s Episcopal Church. Then in 1989, the center became an independent, nonprofit childcare center.

It wasn’t only New Brighton’s need for a small coffee shop that led Lynn Barton to open the Bru House in 1996. It was also her passion for coffee itself. 

Applewood Pointe Cooperative of New Brighton opened its doors a decade ago, and some of its current residents were on the waiting list before the senior housing complex was even completed.

The word “Kiwanis” comes from an Indian word meaning “we build,” and considering all of St. Anthony Kiwanis Club’s community-building activities, the term certainly fits.

Benedictine Health Center at Innsbruck is a valued neighbor, resource and employer in New Brighton.

Since 1969, Spectacle Shoppe has served the Twin Cities with service that is quick and friendly, while offering a wide range of frame options. 

Kathleen Fuery knows what it’s like to face adversity and persevere.

She is on her third career and loving it, despite the challenges she has faced along the way.