Page 2 shop online at www.broadcasteronline.com August 16, 2011 CHAMBER CHAT Vermillion Area Chamber of Commerce & Development Company 116 Market Street, Suite 103 Vermillion, SD 57069 605-624-5571 vcdc@vermillionchamber.com www.vermillionchamber.com Compiled By Nancy Nelson Chamber Business: Attention Chamber Members! If you serve the USD student community please join us for the Coyote Bash Thursday, Sept. 1 from 6 to 8 p.m. in Downtown Vermillion at Ratingen Platz. The Coyote Bash is a partnership between the Vermillion Area Chamber of Commerce and the University of South Dakota which welcomes back USD students and introduces incoming freshmen to the product and service offerings of the community. This year, it is being held in conjunction with Thursdays on the Platz. Making the students aware of all we have to offer improves retention, maintains a strong customer base and keeps retail spending local. Don’t miss this great opportunity to build loyalty and a relationship with your customers from day one by setting up a table to introduce and promote your business to the new students. For more information or if interested in setting up a table, please contact Ann at the Vermillion Area Chamber & Development Co. at 6245571 or annb@vermillionchamber.com. Space is lim- Vermillion School Elementary Open House Wednesday, August 24th Austin School: 6 –7pm Jolley School: 6:30 –7:30pm Parents and students – meet your child’s teacher and see the school building. This is for 1st grade through 5th grade; kindergarten students do not need to attend. ited. Business After Hours: Are you looking for an opportunity to showcase your business and network with your peers? Sign up to host a Business After Hours event! These events generally run from 5 to 7 p.m. on a weeknight and the hosting business provides hors d’oeuvres and refreshments. If interested, please contact Ann at: annb@vermillionchamber.com or at 624-5571. This Weeks Happenings: Vermillion Eagle Riders Supper Ride to King Buffet in Yankton (Verizon Mall) departing from the Eagles, Wednesday, Aug. 17. Kickstands up at 6 p.m. Vermillion Area Farmers Market, Thursday, Aug. 18 from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Clay County Fairgrounds. Community Celebration: Every day you trust Sanford Health to treat you and your family. We’re celebrating that trust and treating you to some fun. Sanford Vermillion invites you to a community celebration and ice cream social, Thursday, Aug. 18 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Vermillion High School Commons & grassy area. Enjoy a picnic meal, music and ice cream too. In?atables, zoo express, balloon animals and more. The www.rasmussenmotors.com 2011 Buick Luceme CXL 3.9L, V6, Auto, A/C, tilt, cruise, 6 passenger seating, heated seats, white diamond, chrome wheels, On-Star $ OR 0% Financing $2,500 a.m. to noon, downtown Vermillion at Ratingen Platz, Market & Main St. Ann Breitag treats are on us. Heritage Ride 2011: Big Friend-Little Friend of Union County Heritage Ride, Saturday, Aug. 20. Registration at Cody’s Homestead, west side of Main St in Elk Point (Exit 18 off I-29) beginning at 8 a.m.; bike ride begins at 9 a.m. Routes from 8-58 miles, all on blacktop; ride is open to any level of rider 10 years and older. All proceeds support BFLF, Inc. youth mentoring in Clay and Union counties. Lewis & Clark Heritage Days Festival will also be taking place at the City Park. Bicycle helmets required. www.b?fmentoring.org for application or call 605-421-5050 or jgille60@yahoo.com for details. Come & join in the fun. Vermillion Area Farmers Market, Saturday, Aug. 20 from 9 Upcoming Events – Mark Your Calendars! Public School Resumes, Thursday, Aug. 25. Thursdays on the Platz and United Way Kick-Off, Thursday, Aug 25 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the corner of Market & Main St. Live music outdoors on Ratingen Platz featuring “Old Funk Riot.” Sponsored by First Dakota National Bank, Cor-Trust, Bank of the West, First Bank & Trust, & Vermillion Credit Union; hosted by United Way. Food is available at every event, as well as water, pop, wine, and beer. It’s a great chance to sit outdoors with friends and family, listen to music, and enjoy the great outdoors. Bring the family, have some food & enjoy some local entertainment! Due to limited seating, please bring your own chair. 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OPENINGS AVAILABLE Gary Rasmussen.......................624-9612 Ric Rasmussen............................624-5204 Randy Rasmussen..................624-1098 This could be anywhere from 0 – 20+ hours per week depending on business needs *Pre hire drug screen and background check required. Bene?ts include: $10.00, Annual Pro?t Sharing Bonuses, 401k and 5% Match, Product Discounts. Apply by sending a resume to: andrea.walter@polarisind.com or via fax at 605–624–1027. ® 1997 Polaris Parkway, Vermillion, SD Sarah Hanson from the USD Library. Bull-A-Rama at Clay County Rodeo Grounds, two miles west of Vermillion on Timber Road, Aug. 26-27. Move-In Day at USD, Saturday, Aug. 27. Great Dakota Wine Fest at Valiant Vineyards/Buffalo Run Resort, 1500 W. Main St., Aug. 27-28, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free to come; $15 for tasting ticket. Live music by T. Wilson King & others. Wine tasting, cooking demonstrations, winery tours, & local craft and food vendors. www.greatdakotawinefest.com Ice Cream Social on Wednesday, Aug. 31 from 5 to 7 p.m. at St. Agnes Auditorium. (Taverns, chips & pie also served). Free will offering with proceeds to go to St. Agnes School. Thursdays on the Platz, Thursday, Sept. 1 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the corner of Market & Main streets. DJ music outdoors on Ratingen Platz. Food is available at every event, as well as water, pop, wine, and beer. It’s a great chance to sit outdoors with friends and family, listen to music, and enjoy the great outdoors. Due to limited seating, please bring your own chair. Ribs, Rods & Rock ‘n Roll, Sept. 9 & 10! Come enjoy the seventh annual event in historic downtown Vermillion. For details go to website at www.sdbbq.us. This is a KCBS Sanctioned BBQ Contest and activities include: • Award Winning BBQ Competition • Food Vendors, Arts & Craft Vendors • Family Fun Area • Classic Car & Motorcycle Show and Shine • Live Music • Beer Garden • People's Choice Public BBQ Judging • Two Nights of Street Dances • Charity Poker Run • Motorcycle Fun Run • Kory & The Fire?ies, Saturday at 9 p.m. Historic Vermillion Walk hosted by Prairie Wanderers Volkssport Club, Saturday, Sept. 17. Start times: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. – ?nish by 3 p.m. Distance: 5KM/10KM. Start at W. H. Over Museum – trail to go through historic downtown, bike path along Vermillion River and through the USD campus. Pets not permitted in the start point. No “A” award for this event. IVV Credit $3; Fun Walkers $2. For more information contact Duane Neugebauer at 605-734-0115. Call Classifieds 624-4429