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Bickelhaupt Arboretum

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Beyond the flower beds, Bickelhaupt Arboretum packs one of the top conifer collections in the country with more than 600 cultivars, a…

340 S 14th St

“Beyond the flower beds, Bickelhaupt Arboretum packs one of the top conifer collections in the country with more than 600 cultivars, a monarch watch butterfly station, and Marvin, a recycled wood Thomas Dambo troll, plus a renovated homestead turned education and events hub that makes learning feel like a neighborhood…”

From the Clinton newsletter, September 15, 2026

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Clinton 8 Theatre

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Clinton 8 Theatre keeps it easy with online Quick TIX, advance tickets, and a straightforward Now Playing lineup, so you can snag seats and…

2340 Valley W Ct

“Clinton 8 Theatre keeps it easy with online Quick TIX, advance tickets, and a straightforward Now Playing lineup, so you can snag seats and settle in without fuss. Local bonus, there’s a Loyalty & Rewards program, gift cards, and even event rentals if your crew wants the whole room.”

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Valley Oaks Golf Course

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Valley Oaks Golf Course pairs a challenging 18-hole layout with a friendly 9-hole par-3, weaving a creek through seven holes plus ponds…

3330 Harts Mill Rd

“Valley Oaks Golf Course pairs a challenging 18-hole layout with a friendly 9-hole par-3, weaving a creek through seven holes plus ponds front and back. It’s scenic, playable for all skill levels, and just the kind of Clinton-area course that keeps you coming back, maybe with an extra ball or two.”

From the Clinton newsletter, September 18, 2026

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