Community Calendar

Museum to Host Lecture on African-American Soldiers in Dakota Territory
The Dakota Discovery Museum is pleased to announce the May program of the Middle Border Lecture Series to be held Monday, May 21 at 7:00 PM.
 
Dakota Territory in the 1870s was a rugged area, sparsely populated by a diverse mix of peoples.  In August of 1880, three companies of African American soldiers arrived in Dakota Territory and were garrisoned at Fort Hale, Fort Meade and Fort Randall.
 
Dr. Lilah Morton Pengra, professional anthropologist and amateur historian writes and researches in the fields of anthropology, history and biography.  She will present on the history of these soldiers and their unique place in our region’s history.
 
The Lecture Series is presented every other month and features speakers on topics pertaining to the history, art and culture of the Middle Border region. The program is free to the public and is held at the Dakota Discovery Museum, 1300 McGovern Ave, Mitchell. The Middle Border Lecture Series is made possible in part by a Speakers Bureau grant from the South Dakota Humanities Council, an affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities.

13th Annual Aurora County Cancer Fund Lawnmower Poker Run
13th Annual Aurora County Cancer Fund will have a Lawnmower Poker Run on Saturday, June 2, 2012 in Plankinton, SD.
Registration Noon-12:45pm at the Roadhouse Pub
100% of the $15 entry fee benefits the Aurora Co. Cancer Fund
 
MUST be at least 21 to participate
 
Lawnmowers, golf carts, bicycles or scooters may be ridden. 
A flatbed trailer will be provided for those who need a ride
 
Food, Fun and Prizes Following the Poker Run- at the Commerce Street Grille
 
Prizes awarded for the top poker hands
 50/50 Raffle winners will be announced after the poker run- (Prize money will be split 50/30/20)

CASA Day
First Circuit CASA providing services in Aurora, Davison, Douglas, Hanson, Hutchinson and McCook counties invites community members to sign up for our CASA DAY which includes the “Greg Wagner Memorial Walk for CASA Kids” and “KlockWerks Poker Run” fundraising events on Saturday, June 2, 2012, beginning at the Hanson High School in Alexandria, SD for the Walk and at KlockWerks for the Poker Run.  Participants can register online at www.allsportcentral.com  for the Walk or by stopping by the office at 200 E 5th Avenue, Suite 2 in Mitchell. 
CASA DAY, sponsored by First Circuit CASA, benefits abused and neglected children who are in the court system through no fault of their own.    Registration is $25 before the event; $35 the day of the event.  All participants will receive a complimentary event T-shirt and meal.  For those walkers who raise $125 or more, the registration fee is waived. 
The Walk, which includes a 1/2 marathon Run, starts at 8:00 AM, with participants' registration beginning at 7:30 AM.  Sign up is at the commons area at the High School in Alexandria.   Various tents will be set up along the walking/running path where First Aid Station attendants will distribute water and other items to participants and where supporters can observe.  The Poker Run starts at 9:00 AM at Klockwerks in Mitchell, with participant registration beginning at 9:30 AM.  From 9-5 Run attendees can enjoy Hot Dogs, a Shootout and 2 Dyno Runs for $20.  Several businesses have donated prizes for each participant who raises over $150 in pledges. 
“Our goal is to increase participation and make community members aware of CASA and what we do,” said Jackie Horton, Executive Director.  “With the help of businesses and community support, we anticipate over 250 people and children in attendance this year.”
Following these two events, all participants are invited to a complimentary BBQ lunch on Alexandria's Main Street. The BBQ is catered by CASA volunteers and Legion members will help serve. Non-participants from the community are invited to attend the BBQ for a cost of $5.
For more information or to register or donate online, please visit www.allsportcentral.com  or call 996-1212.

Life Serve Blood Drive will be in Mitchell

Life Serve Blood Drive will be in Mitchell, 

  • Mitchell Community Blood Drive, Monday, June  4, 2012 from 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM at Avera Queen of Peace, 525 North Foster.

    • Sign up to save a life today!  Schedule a blood donation appointment online at www.lifeservebloodcenter.org or call 800.287.4903

Dakota Discovery Museum to Host Regional Author for Book Signing
The Dakota Discovery Museum will host Brookings, SD author Chuck Cecil for a signing and to speak on his book Astride the White Mule on Friday May 18 at 6:30 pm. 
 
South Dakota was a dry state from 1917 to 1935 through state law established before national prohibition went into effect in 1920 and continuing on after it was repealed in 1933.  Those 18 years created a colorful and sometimes violent history of hootch, gangsters and bootleggers   Chuck Cecil’s most recent book delves into the history and the stories of prohibition in South Dakota and is the only book ever written on that 18-year South Dakota experience.

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2012 Annual Cancer Ride Poker Run "Ride for the Cure"
2012 Annual Cancer Ride Poker Run on June 23rd!!
It is time again to “Ride for the Cure”, and help to raise money for the American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life!
This year we are starting and ending our ride at Twin Lakes Resort, Woonsocket, SD!
Sign up for the Cancer Ride starts at 10am and the Poker Run will start at 11:30am SHARP!! And the fee will be $10/person
If you do not have a motorcycle, no problem!  Follow along in your car!
There will be exciting door prizes, and a Sandwich and Salad Table available for a free will donation for all before we start the ride at Twin Lakes Resort.
Don’t want to drive back to your house when all is said and done? No problem!  Twin Lakes has Cabins available for rent along with a few electrical spots for camping next to the resort. Check out their website for more info & prices: twinlakesrestortsd.com.
There are also free camp grounds that DO NOT include electric or running water hookups just near the boat docks, but they do have fire pits, and offer a lot of space available for tents and campers of all types and also has enclosed bathrooms!
The places we will be stopping at are:
Twin Lakes Resort, Woonsocket                      Sun Set Bar & Grill, Wessington
Hide Out’s, Wessington Springs                      Shooters, Wolsey
Hi Lite Bar & Lounge, Miller                              Red Hog, Alpena
And then ride back to Twin Lakes Resort to draw your poker cards & PARTY THE NIGHT AWAY!

The Mitchell American Legion is Having Dinner and Dance
The Mitchell American Legion is having dinner and dance on Saturday, May 19th starting at 7:30 for dinner & dance from 9pm-12am. The dance will feature the music of Doug Bormann. This event is open to the public and free to attend!

UNITED BLOOD SERVICES MAY SCHEDULE

 UNITED BLOOD SERVICES MAY SCHEDULE
Center Hours: M-Th, 9-6pm Fri, 9-5pm located at 704 E. Havens Ave., Ste. 103
 

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Good Samaritan Society Corsica's will host "Walk of Memories"
Good Samaritan Society –Corsica’s will host “Walk of Memories” on Memorial Day Weekend from May 25-May 29.  The centers sidewalks will be lined with American flags. Each flag will bear a name in honor or in memory of that person. Flags may be purchased in honor or in memory of a loved one, or in recognition of servicemen or servicewomen who have served or are serving their country. Red tags will signify donation of $10-$24, white tags are $25-$49, blue tags are $50-$99, and silver tags are $100 or more. The names will also be listed in the front entryway. All proceeds from the Walk of Memories will be used for activity room renovation project. To make a donation to the Walk of Memories, please call Cheryl Niewenhuis or Dorinda Martin at 605-946-5467.

Geddes Community Center Memorial Day Annual Smorgasbord
Geddes Community Center will have its Memorial Day Annual Smorgasbord on Monday, May 28, 2012 from 11am-1:30pm.  There will be a large menu to choose from.  
Cost: Adults $9.00 – 8 & under $4.50. Event is sponsored by the Geddes Civic Club.

Mitchell Outdoor Aquatic Center Will Open for the Season
Mitchell Outdoor Aquatic Center will open for the season on Saturday, May 26th at 1pm. Seasonal pool passes are available at the Recreation Center until the pool opens and at both throughout the summer. An individual season pass is $60, a family season pass is $120, and a caregiver season pass is $30, scholarships are available if needed. The aquatic center will also be open on May 23rd & 24th from 5-8pm to purchase your pass. For more information call the Parks & recreation Department at 995-8450.  

Hershey Track Meet
Hershey Track Meet will be Monday, May 21, 2012 at 6pm at Joe Quintal Field. Boys and girls ages 9-14 can register at the Recreation Center. Participants must be registered by noon on Saturday, May 19th. For more information call 995-8450.

St Martin's Church Ladies Spring Garden Sale
St Martin’s Church Ladies Spring Garden Sale will be held Friday, May 18, 2012 from 3-6pm. Lunch will be served. There will be garden items, baked goods, artwork and many other items for sale, all at the St. Martin Lutheran Church in Alexandria, SD.

Used Book Sale
Used Book Sale will be held on Saturday, May 19, 2012 from 9am-2pm at the First United Methodist Church dining hall basement entrance located on 310 N. Rowley. Benefits the Mitchell Area Historical Society. Call 996-3209 for questions.

The Choirs of Bethany Lutheran College, in Mankato, Will Be At Hitchcock Park
The choirs of Bethany Lutheran College, in Mankato, MN., will be performing at Hitchcock Park here in Mitchell, on Thursday, May 17, 2012, at 7:00 PM.  The 70-student musicians in the Concert Choir, Mary Martha Singers, Men's Choir, Chamber Choir, and Handbell Choir will sing (and ring) works by Luther, Bach, Hayden, Brahms, Handel, Elgar, Parry, Faure', and others.  The groups are directed by Dennis Marzolf and Ann Fredrickson.
Tithe concert is free and open to all;  a freewill offering will be received.  Bethany Lutheran College is a school of the Evangelical Lutheran Synod (the ELS).
The concert is being sponsored by Ascension Lutheran Church, 521 W. 23rd Avenue, here in Mitchell
 

2 RIVERS 2 DAYS
2 RIVERS 2 DAYS will be May 26 & 27, 2012
62 Miles Each Day or 31 Miles Each Day.
$38 Registration Register Online at 2RiversRide.com by May 17th & $45 after May 17th and day of event.
Call Rob Dermit at 712-259-2684 or Denise Kary at 605-376-7762 or Email: webuild1@hotmail.com
A portion of your registration will automatically be donated to LIVESTRONG.
Gunderson Jewelry and Dollar Loan Center will match the 2River Ride registration donations.
 
Both rides start in Gayville, SD. The shorter distance riders will be shuttled to Hwy 52 & Apple Tree Road. Everyone will end up at Niobrara High School in Niobrara, NE.
Registration includes camping, SAG support on well-marked paved roads, luggage transport (limit 2). Luggage must be on the trailer no later than 8 AM both days. All your gear must be fully contained within these 2 bags with provided luggage tags. No loose items will be transported. SAG support available from 8 AM to 5 PM for riders who break down physically or mechanically. In the event you wish to leave the ride, you will need to make your own arrangements. Helmets required. Waiver must be signed.
 
FRIDAY: May 25 Registration from 4 - 6 PM at Wild Bill’s at in Gayville, SD.
• Free camping and parking at the City Park
SATURDAY: May 26
• Breakfast available at Wild Bill’s at 7 AM
• Registration from 7 - 8 AM at Wild Bill’s
• RIDE STARTS at 8 AM in front of Wild Bill’s SATURDAY NIGHT DETAILS
• Tent camping in designated area at Niobrara High School
• Shower facilities available at the high school.
• 4 PM: A catered meal will be available at Niobrara High School. Choice of chicken breast or 1/2 lb. grilled hamburger, baked beans, chips, cookie, ice tea or lemonade for $10. Pay at time of meal.
• 6 PM: Livestrong presentation - Free drawings with lots of giveaways.
SUNDAY: May 27
• 7 AM: All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Breakfast available at the high school for $5.00. Proceeds to benefit Niobrara Post Prom  committee.
• 8 AM: Ride back to Gayville

Lawn Bowling is Opening for the Season
Lawn Bowling is opening for the season starting May 1st. Lawn bowling greens are located north of the club house at Lakeview golf Course from 5:30pm- to sunset. Other times available by appointment call Rod Titze at 996-0367.

Hollywood Style is Supporting our Safe House
Hollywood Style is supporting our Safe House from now until May 19th, bring in your used hair care products and we will trade you for 30% off a NEW product. (Bottles must be at least half full) All products donated will be given locally. If you have any questions call Hollywood Style at 990-4247.

Museum Announces Hours for Upcoming Season
The Dakota Discovery Museum has changed its hours of operation as of May 1.
 
In May and September, the museum will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., closed on Sunday and Wednesday.
 
During June, July and August, the museum will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., closed on Sunday and Wednesday.
 
The museum complex includes the six galleries of the Randall Building and four buildings within the Historic Village.  The galleries of the Randall Building include the Middle Border History Gallery, the Charles Hargens Studio & Gallery, the Oscar Howe Art Gallery, the Case Dakota Gallery and the Terrace and Gates Changing Galleries.  The Historic Village holds the 1886 Italianate Beckwith House, 1885 Territorial School, 1908 Country Church and 1914 Milwaukee Depot.  
 
The Dakota Discovery Museum is located on the campus of the Dakota Wesleyan University at 1300 McGovern Avenue, Mitchell. For more information on current exhibits and events visit www.dakotadiscovery.com or call 605-996-2122.

4th Annual 4 Person Scramble will be at the Valley View Golf Course
4th Annual 4 Person Scramble will be at the Valley View Golf Course in Freeman, SD on Saturday, June 9, 2012. Registration will be 9am with 10am Shotgun start. $200 per team with golf cart & meal included the winning team will receive the traveling trophy. There will be a silent auction with proceeds can benefit My Fishing Pond, Inc. For more information or to register call John Alvarez at 605-240-0248 or Valley View Golf Course.

Museum Hosts Exhibit of Mitchell Camera Club Photography
The Dakota Discovery Museum is hosting an exhibit of the work of the Mitchell Camera Club.  The exhibit is showing through Saturday, May 19.  A reception will be held Friday, April 20 at 5:30 pm. The reception is free to the public.
 
The exhibit features seventy different works of photography by the members of the Mitchell Camera Club, including the photo ”mis”-adventures of the frightening Little Bob.  The works of the exhibit also feature still life, landscapes, portraits and other styles.
 
The Dakota Discovery Museum is located on the campus of Dakota Wesleyan University, 1300 McGovern Ave.  Current museum hours are 10 am to 4 pm Tuesday through Friday and 1 pm to 4 pm on Saturday.  The museum is closed on Sundays and Mondays.  Hours will change May 1.

2012 Hunter Safety Classes Dates
2012 Hunter Safety Classes Dates will be:
 
May 10th, 11th & 12th
August 16th, 17th & 18th
September 13th, 14th & 15th
 
Registration will be held between 5:30-6pm on the Thursday before class. Parents must be present to fill out the permission form. Each class will be held on a Thursday and Friday evening from 6-9pm at the Davison County Fair Grounds Complex and Saturday from 9am-3pm at the Mitchell Trap Club behind the Davison County Fair Grounds Complex. All material equipment are provided free of charge.
 
 A Hunt Safety class is required by those between ages of 12-15 to purchase a hunting license. Eleven can also take the class if their birthday falls on or before December 31st. a student must complete a minimum of 10 hours of instruction by attending all three days. The classes are provided free of charge and are taught by volunteer instructors.