What's Happening 7/9/2018

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Below you will find the events and activities for the Pierre/Ft. Pierre area for the weeks of July 9 - July 22, 2018. Remember, you can enter your events on our calendar by visiting our website, clicking under the Calendar Highlights where it says "click here to view all events". Then, click on "submit new event" and it will walk you through the process. If you enter the information, you know it's correct.

This Week...

Oahe Federal Credit Union Ribbon Cutting

Tuesday, July 10

Tuesday, July 10, 2018
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
221 E. Pleasant

Ribbon cutting for Oahe Federal Credit Union's new location!

Missouri River/Lake Sharpe Cleanup

Wednesday, July 11

Wednesday, July 11, 2018
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Down's Marina in Griffin Park
Contact: Paul Lepisto - 224-1771 or 220-1216
Bret Afdahl - 222-2972
Paul's Email
Bret's Email

Volunteers are needed for the annual Missouri River/Lake Sharpe Cleanup on Wednesday, July 11 from 5-8pm. The cleanup will be based out of Downs' Marina in Griffin Park in Pierre. This will be the 9th river cleanup in the last ten years in the Pierre-Ft. Pierre Area. Teams of volunteers, both in boats and in land-based crews, will pick up litter and debris along the river. The collected trash will be brought to Down's Marina where it will be sorted and then properly disposed of by the City of Pierre. Since the cleanup began in 2009, over 17.7 tons of trash has been collected by over 500 volunteers from upper Lake Sharpe. This event provides an opportunity for pople to give somethin back to a resource that means so much to the quality of life in central South Dakota. Volunteer help is the key for the success of this event. Volunteers must wear closed toed footwear and are asked to bring sunscreen and sunglasses. Boats and pontoons are also needed to assist in this year's cleaup. The Missouri River/Lake Sharpe Cleanup is a coordinated effort between the Central South Dakota Chapter of Walleyes Unlimited, the Pierre Chpter of the Izaak Walton League, South Dakota Game, Fishand Parks, US Fish and Wildlife Service, US Army Corps of Engineers, theSD Department of Corrections and the cities of Pierre and Fort Pierre. Many area businesses and other organizations also donate and contribute to the effort. For more info or to volunteer, provide a boat or pontoon, or to donate funds or other items please contact: Paul Lepisto or Bret Afdahl

Chris Boxley Fundraiser

Wednesday, July 11

Wednesday, July 11, 2018
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Pizza Ranch
Contact: Brenda Manning
Email

On Friday, June 22nd 2018, Chris was involved in a terrible accident. This accident happened when a motorcycle was being started and somehow malfunctioned causing gas and flames to be thrown on Chris resulting in severe burns. He was flown early Saturday morning to Regions Hospital in St. Paul, MN. He is in the Trauma ICU Burn Center where he will remain for the duration. Chris is listed in critical condition and we do know he has a good amount of 3rd degree burns.

Fitness in the Park

Wednesday, July 11

Wednesday, July 11, 2018
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Steamboat Park
Contact: Karla - 605-224-1683
Email
Website
Fees: FREE

Fitness in the Park is a free outdoor exercise program that brings a variety of fitness classes to many of Pierre's beautiful parks and recreation areas. Getting started is easy. Just pick a class you like and show up! There is no registration required and classes are open to all fitness levels. All ages welcome and no experience is necessary.

Classes are led by YMCA Health & Wellness instructors. Participants should dress comfortably and bring water. In the event of bad weather classes will be held at the Y. Follow us on Facebook or download our free app for updates and special notices.
July 11th - Steamboat Park - PiYo

Capital City Band Concert

Wednesday, July 11

Wednesday, July 11, 2018
8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Steamboat Park Amphitheater
Contact: Larry Johnson
Email
Website
Fees: FREE

Join the Capital City Band as they play music in the Steamboat Park amphitheater.

Theme: Hot Jazz Nights - featuring Pierre's own Over Forte Orchestra

New musicians are always welcome! Just bring your instrument and join us at 6:30 p.m. the night of each concert for a brief rehearsal. (Uniform: dark green shirt, khaki pants/shorts)

Lonestar

Friday, July 13

Friday, July 13, 2018
8:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Silver Spur Restaurant
Contact: Todd or Miles - 605-494-2100
Email
Website
Fees: check the website or call the Spur for ticket info.

Country music group Lonestar with opening act, Westbound and after show performance by Truvail. Outdoor event with festival seating. (Bring a lawn chair if you want one.)

Family Fun Saturday

Saturday, July 14

Saturday, July 14, 2018
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Cultural Heritage Center - 900 Governors Dr.
Contact: Ronette Rumpca - 773-6011
Email
Website

Create your own artistic masterpiece with a Spirograph or Spirograph Jr. Using a pen with the interlocking wheels of the Spirograph creates an intricate design. All supplies are provided and children must be accompanied by an adult. Enjoy the Spirit of the 70s exhibit in the museum gallery as well. Gallery admission is free during the event time.

Great Strides Walk for Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

Saturday, July 14

Saturday, July 14, 2018
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Steamboat Park
Contact: Chelsey Renemans - 605-222-0987

Great Strides Cystic Fibrosis Foundation - Join us to celebrate 30 years of momentum.

Liver and Onions plus Meatballs

Saturday, July 14

Saturday, July 14, 2018
4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Pierre Senior Center - 401 W. Pleasant Ave
Contact: 605-224-7730
Email
Website
Fees: $10/adult, $5/ages 10 & under

Liver and Onions plus Meatballs Rolls, Potatoes, Gravy, Vegetables, Dessert. Only 200 tickets available. Everyone Welcome.

Dueling Duo on the Patio at Drifters!

Saturday, July 14

Saturday, July 14, 2018
8:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Drifters Bar & Grille Patio
Contact: Kayla or Emily for event details - 220-5014
Email
Website
Fees: follow the Facebook Event for ticket info!

More fun than people should legally be allowed to have, the Dueling Duo have been entertaining audiences all over the Midwest and are ready to get rowdy with us at Drifters! Watch the event page for ticket details! 21+ Only

Oahe Chapel Ecumenical Sunday Worship Service

Sunday, July 15

Sunday, July 15, 2018
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Located adjacent to the Visitor Center on the east end of the Oahe Dam, approximately four miles north of Pierre on SD Hwy 1804

Service provided by Pastor Roger Easland.

Services are hosted by the Pierre/Fort Pierre Ministerial Association and the Oahe Chapel Preservation Society.

Next Week...

Growing Up Together Pizza Ranch Fundraiser

Monday, July 16

Monday, July 16, 2018
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Dawn Tassler - 224-3189
Email

Beat the heat and come to Pizza Ranch on July 16th to support Growing Up Together. Funds raised help with local programs to provide prenatal and parenting classes at no cot to young families in our communities.

Pierre Players Preview Performance "Guys and Dolls"

Tuesday, July 17

Tuesday, July 17, 2018
7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Grand Opera House - 109 S. Pierre St.
Contact: 224-7826
Email
Website
Fees: $5 at the door

Set in Damon Runyon's mythical New York City, "Guys and Dolls" is an oddball romantic comedy. Gambler, Nathan Detroit, tries to find the cash to set up the biggest craps game in town while the authorities breathe down his neck; meanwhile, his girlfriend and nightclub performer, Adelaide, laments that they've been engaged for 14 years. Nathan turns to fellow gambler, Sky Masterson, for the dough, and Sky ends up chasing the straight-laced missionary, Sarah Brown, as a result. "Guys and Dolls" takes us from the heart of Times Square to the cafes of Havana, Cuba, and even into the sewers of New York City, but eventually everyone ends up right where they belong. "Guys and Dolls" is presented by special arrangement with Music Theatre International.

Germans from Russia Heritage Society International Convention

Wednesday, July 18-21

Wednesday, July 18 - Saturday July 21, 2018
Ramkota Convention Center
Contact: Rachel Schmidt
Email
Website

Germans from Russia Heritage Society 48th Annual International Convention to be held at the Ramkota in Pierre, SD. Contact www.grhs.org for more information on the meeting. Registration begins at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday.

Fitness in the Park

Wednesday, July 18

Wednesday, July 18, 2018
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Steamboat Park
Contact: Karla - 605-224-1683
Email
Website
Fees: FREE

Capital City Band Concert

Wednesday, July 18

Wednesday, July 18, 2018
8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Steamboat Park Amphitheater
Contact: Larry Johnson
Email
Website
Fees: FREE

Join the Capital City Band as they play music in the Steamboat Park amphitheater.

Theme: Broadway Bound - featuring a performance by the cast of the Pierre Players summer musical "Guys and Dolls"

New musicians are always welcome! Just bring your instrument and join us at 6:30 p.m. the night of each concert for a brief rehearsal. (Uniform: dark green shirt, khaki pants/shorts)

Pierre Players Performance "Guys and Dolls"

Friday, July 20-22

Friday, July 20 - Sunday, July 22, 2018
Friday & Saturday: 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Sunday Matinee: 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Grand Opera House - 109 S. Pierre St.
Contact: 224-7826
Email
Website
Fees: $15 general admission, $13 student & senior citizens

Little Wings on the Prairie Festival

Saturday, July 21

Saturday, July 21, 2018
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Oahe Downstream Recreation Area
Website

10:30 - Pollinator parade
*Kids bring your costumes*
*Adults, bring your cameras
11:30 - Garden Tour
-Honey Tasting
-Prairie Potters Master Gardeners - DIY Butterfly Garden
-DIY Native Bee House
-Pheasants Forever - Pollinator Ball
-Discovery Center - How to photograph flowers
-Ft. Pierre National Grasslands - Learn about metamorphosis, get a butterfly feeder kit Kids- color your souvenir flying disk, make a pair of antennae, color paper wings, make butterfly treats, run the migration maze.
**If kids don't have wings, come at 9am and we will help you create your own wings.
https://www.fws.gov/southdakotafieldoffice/festival.html

Oahe Chapel Ecumenical Sunday Worship Service

Sunday, July 22

Sunday, July 22, 2018
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Located adjacent to the Visitor Center on the east end of the Oahe Dam, approximately four miles north of Pierre on SD Hwy 1804

Service provided by First Baptist Church.

Services are hosted by the Pierre/Fort Pierre Ministerial Association and the Oahe Chapel Preservation Society.

Dates and times are subject to change without notice. All times noted are CST. Please call the c ontact person listed with the event for more information . What's Happening is posted every Monday unless a holiday falls on that day. Then, it's posted on Tuesday. If you have any comments or would like to have something added to What's Happenin g , please add events to our calendar at Website or email me at Email the Thursday before What's Happening is posted.

Life is good on the river,

Pierre Area Chamber of Commerce

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(605) 224-7361

Pierre, SD 57501