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Roadside attractions are often kitchy spots along your way to a final destination. Usually they are not too far off the beaten path and a great opportunity to stretch your legs, take a cheesy photo, and make a memory or two! Sometimes you will see the roadside attractions advertised along the road, but you may have to do some research to find a gem or two on the journey.

For our first installment of this new column, we find ourselves in Zumbrota, the acclaimed home of the only covered bridge in Minnesota. The bridge rests over the Zumbrota River and was built in 1869. It replaced the original bridge which was destroyed in a Spring flood.

The current bridge was in full use until 1932 and used to sit on the fairgrounds, but was returned to the river location in 1997. The bridge still displays the warning sign about receiving a hefty fine of $10 if you speed across it!

Be sure to make a stop the next time you are heading south to Iowa or heading north to the Twin Cities—you could check it out on your way to the world premiere of the next Mihmiverse film! After all, the weather in Minnesota is quite beautiful in September!

Main Streets across America used to be home to many single screen movie houses. As multiplexes started popping up with modern amenities like surround sound, fancy seats and expensive treats, most Main Street single-screens couldn't compete. A few, however, have managed to make it and, in this age of hyper-connectiveness, have become important fixtures to their communities as they allow people to emerge from their digital cocoons and enjoy real, in-person time with their neighbors!

One such place, a quaint little theater called the Jem, is located in Harmony, MN. The Jem was established in 1940 and, to date, is still the only movie theater in Fillmore County.

The Jem is family-owned and operated and, though nothing fancy by modern-multiplex standards, for what it lacks in beauty, it more than makes up for in charm. Theater admission is extremely affordable at only $5 for adults, $4 for children under 12, and everyone two and under are free!

When our family visited the Jem, we saw "Spiderman: Homecoming." The popcorn was fresh and made with real butter. As an extra bonus, if you bring in your own container for the popcorn, you get a discount on the crunchy treat! In addition to first-run movies, the theater also hosts special programming events and, occasionally, live music. The Jem is a REAL gem and is definitely worth a road trip to Harmony, MN!