REDFIELD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

  2008 Calendar of Events  


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January 28, 2008 Annual Chamber Meeting Mixer lunch basket
spacerThe Community and Chamber members get together to have an evening of relaxation to reflect on the past year’s accomplishments and to look forward to the next year. New businesses are presented the First Dollar of Profit. Please notify the Chamber office at 472-0965 as to the number of people attending from your business. There is no cost to attend.




March 27, 2008 Northeast Area High School
Senior All-Star Basketball Games
All Star Players
Featuring the area's finest athletes from all classes of schools throughout Northeast SD. Area coaches submit nominations of their outstanding Senior girls and boys basketball players. Come and enjoy the two basketball games, the 3-point shoot off and more!

All events are held at the Redfield High School Greeno Building.



Photo provided courtesy of Heather Jordan.




June 7, 2008 Redfield City-Wide Rummage Sale chair - find it all at the city wide rummage sale
spacerContact Cathy Fink at the Chamber office (605) 472-0965 for more information.
Maps will be available Saturday morning at the gas stations.



July 4th Spectacular Celebration     fireworks Join us for a day of HOME TOWN FUN!

Parade, Cow Pie Bingo, Cloggers, Train Rides, Demo Derby,
Pony Rides, Model Airplane Show, Kid's Pedal Pull,
Horse Club Poker Run, Kids Games, Mud Races,
Tug of War, Street Dance, Concessions,
Fantastic Fireworks and more!



Contact the Chamber Office - (605) 472-0965 - or visit the Chamber's Web Site for the Events Schedule for these activities.


Photos by Mitch Beaumont of The Redfield Pressspacer
firemen in 4th of July parade 4th of July parade entry Dakota Prairie Cloggers




August 16, 2008 Bull-A-Rama

bull - Bull-A-Rama Join us at the Spink County Fair Grounds for some good old-fashioned fun. Watch the Cowboys try to out last the bulls as they compete for the title, winners jacket and the $3000 in added money. There will be Mutton Busting, a Candy Toss, Concessions, Mechanical Bull Rides and a Barn Dance. We also have a "Make a Wish" foundation bull ride.

The events are scheduled to start at 6:30 p.m. at the Spink County Fair Grounds on South Hwy 281.

For rider registration, please contact the contractor, "Bierema Rodeo Company", at (605) 259-3254.

If you would like to sponsor a banner or advertise in the program, please contact Cathy at the Chamber Office (605-472-0965).




August 23, 2008 Triathlon
spacerCome and watch 4-person teams compete in this progressive sporting contest. The teams will begin with the sporting clay pigeon shoot, then move on to Fisher Grove for a round of 9 hole golf, and end with bowling at Starters. There will be cash prizes for the top five teams. The entry fee is $75.00 per person. Is your team Registered? Space is limited so contact the Chamber Office early.




pumpkin pickn' September 24, 2008 Pumpkin Picking Hay Ride

A fun hayride for children ages 4th grade and under.

The wagons are escorted by the Spink County Horse Club Riders to the pumpkin patch where the children pick out their own pumpkins! Come and watch the bright eyes and smiles as the children choose their pumpkin.

We will contact the area schools when the pumpkins are ready as to the exact date and time. So keep watch - this is something you don’t want to miss. Lots of fun for all!

Photos provided courtesy of Heather Jordan.






October throughout Pheasant Hunting Season

Pheasant Release Winner
spacerThe Chamber releases four live-tagged pheasant roosters. Be the first to shoot and report the tagged rooster of the season and win a shotgun. Enjoy the American Legion Stag Night, pancake feeds and other community activities held during the season. Watch the local media for more information on what’s happening.




Photo by The Redfield Press




November 1 & 2, 2008 11th Annual Gun Show
hunter with gun spacerGuns, gun safes, clothes, coins, knives, books, and artwork are just a sample of what you will find at the Annual Gun Show held at the Redfield Armory; 309 West 3rd Street. There are over 20 vendors buying and selling plus concessions.

The hours are Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Anyone interested in having a booth please contact the Chamber Office, (605) 472-0965.






Christmas Decorations


December
12th 2008
Mail Your Letters to Santa
enjoy cookies & punch while listening to a
Christmas Story at the Golden Living Center

Toy Trains, Popcorn & Cider at the Depot

3:30 - 5:30 PM



7:00 - 9:00 PM
December
13th 2008
Santa Day Santa Train

spacerSanta's Live Reindeer and Camel Display, and Toy Trains at the Depot
Display runs from 10:00 a.m. through 3:00 p.m. at the Redfield Train Depot. What a sight for the children!

spacerLive Nativity Scene display at the Depot
Noon until 3:00 p.m.

spacerSanta & Mrs.Claus
arrives at 1:00 p.m. at the Redfield Train Depot to visit with the children and pass out treats. They will be there until 3:00 p.m.

spacerSenior Citizens' Christmas Cookie Bake Sale
Runs from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Spink County Senior Center. Something delicious for everyone!

spacerChildren's Movie Matinee
3:00 p.m. at the Cinema Theater on Main Street

spacerSanta Sprint 5K: Race For Relay Fun Run/Walk
3:00 p.m. - Registration at the Armory
4:00 p.m. - Santa Sprint 5K Run & 2K Walk Main Street
5:00 p.m. - Diaper Dash & Jingle Bell Jog at RHS Track

and then...

spacerThe Parade of Lights
at 5:30 p.m. which runs down Main Street.

and to finish the day we have the...

spacerHoliday Open House
Runs from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. at all participating businesses. Lots of store specials and be sure to register that night only for the $500 in Redfield Bucks
to be given away!


December
14th 2008
Family Fun Day
of Taffy Pulling, Toy Trains, Live Music, etc.
at the Depot

RACA Community Christmas Cantata
at the United Methodist Church

Santa's Auction at the Armory
(Receipt Registration from 5:00 - 6:30 at the Armory)
1:00 - 4:00 PM



3:00 PM


7:00 PM

( Activities sponsored by the City of Redfield Tourism Committee and Redfield Area Chamber of Commerce )


Santa Train Wait'n for Santa



Photos by Mitch Beaumont
of The Redfield Press
Sitt'n on Santa's Lap






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Please contact the Redfield Area Chamber of Commerce
to confirm dates or for more information
on these and other activities throughout the year.
Watch the local paper and community announcements for details.
Thank you for your support.

Redfield Area Chamber of Commerce
626 Main Street
Redfield, SD 57469
(605) 472-0965
redfieldchamber@redfield-sd.com