Dates are subject to change without the Chamber's knowledge. We encourage you to consult this calendar when picking an event date as well as contact us at 507-825-3316 or at pipecham@pipestoneminnesota.com to have your event listed on the calendar in the hopes of avoiding conflicts with other events.
English Paper Piercing 101
MUSEUM TO HOST ENGLISH PAPER PIECING 101 WORKSHOP English Paper Piecing is a hand sewing technique used in quilting. In this method of patchwork quilting, fabric is wrapped around shapes of heavy paper then hand sewn together to create a design. Once a shape has been made, the papers are removed, leaving the fabric patchwork ?square.? In this workshop, Instructor Laurie Ness will demonstrate the technique of English Paper Piecing. Guests will then have an opportunity to try it themselves while sewing a small wool table mat. All supplies needed to participate will be provided. This workshop will be held at the Pipestone County Museum (113 S. Hiawatha Ave., Pipestone) on Saturday, February 3rd beginning at 1:00 p.m. This class is limited to 12 participants. Reservations are required to ensure enough supplies. Reservations can be made by calling the Pipestone County Museum at (507) 825-2563. Participants must be at least 12 years of age and children must be accompanied by an adult. The cost to attend this workshop is $3.00 for members of the Pipestone County Historical Society and $5.00 for nonmembers.
HPI Used Book Sale
Historic Pipestone Inc. (HPI) holds their monthly used book sale fundraiser on the first Saturday of each month from 9:00 am - approximately Noon. The sale features books in both hardcover and paperback, ranging over a variety of subjects in both fiction and nonfiction. All such books are donated by members of the community.
Current Drug Trends Presentation
Join members of the Pipestone Area Coalition to learn more about current drug trends from Pipestone County Lieutenant and Buffalo Ridge Drug and Violent Task Force Assistant Commander, Edison Dengler. This information will be valuable to parents, educators, law enforcement, medical staff, and all community members. Light refreshments will be served. *Presentation is closed to those under age 18.
Ferris Grand Block Fundraiser
The Pipestone County Historical Society will be hosting a Fundraiser Dinner in the Masonic Lodge located on the second floor of the historic Ferris Grand Block, on the evening of Saturday, February 10, 2024. This limited seating event will include a four-course meal, a guest speaker presentation, new games, an update on the Ferris Grand rehabilitation project, and an auction - with all funds raised aiding in the rehabilitation of this majestic building.
Omelet Breakfast
The Sons of the American Legion Omelet Breakfasts are delicious and support great community causes. $12 for Adults $5 for Kids 8 and Under Create your own omelet! Includes Biscuits, Gravy, Hash Browns, & Toast Served with milk, coffee, and/or juice.
Museum's Monthly "Coffee Talk"
The public is invited to join the Pipestone County Historical Society for its monthly Coffee Talk.
Calumet Players: "Spud Lake Cabin Scandal"
The Calumet Players are producing a murder mystery / dinner theater on Friday, February 23 and Saturday, February 24. The event will be held in the lobby of the Pipestone Performing Arts Center. The meal will include hors d'oeuvres, tator-tot-hotdish, jello or oreo fluff, dinner rolls, and desert. Ticket prices are $40 per person which will include the meal and the show. There is a 50 ticket limit per evening. Tickets need to be purchased in advance
Calumet Players: "Spud Lake Cabin Scandal"
The Calumet Players are producing a murder mystery / dinner theater on Friday, February 23 and Saturday, February 24. The event will be held in the lobby of the Pipestone Performing Arts Center. The meal will include hors d'oeuvres, tator-tot-hotdish, jello or oreo fluff, dinner rolls, and desert. Ticket prices are $40 per person which will include the meal and the show. There is a 50 ticket limit per evening. Tickets need to be purchased in advance
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Pipestone County Home Health & Hospice Open House
The hospice house is organizing an open house on Thursday February 29th, 2024 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. that is open to the public. This open house is in honor of our recent hospice house remodel. The remodel was made possible by the generous donations from the community
HPI Used Book Sale
Historic Pipestone Inc. (HPI) holds their monthly used book sale fundraiser on the first Saturday of each month from 9:00 am - approximately Noon. The sale features books in both hardcover and paperback, ranging over a variety of subjects in both fiction and nonfiction. All such books are donated by members of the community.
Pipestone Ambulance Association DRIVE-THRU Annual Chili & Soup Feed
The Pipestone Ambulance Association will be holding our 34th annual Chili Feed Fundraiser on Saturday, March 2nd, 2024. The 2024 Chili Feed will be held in DRIVE-THRU form at the Pipestone County Emergency Services Building located at 811 5th St SE in Pipestone, MN. Please look for signs & line up facing South on 9th Ave SE. The drive-thru supper will be held from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Our menu will feature our great award-winning chili (mild or hot), amazing chicken noodle soup, grilled ham & cheese sandwiches, & dessert. Quarts of Chili & Soup will also be available to purchase for $5 each (preorders appreciated).
Community Impact Fundraiser - PIpestone Arrow Marching Band
Community Impact Fundraiser at Pizza Ranch. Come out and enjoy a great meal while supporting Pipestone Arrows Marching Band.
Museum Spring Rummage
The Pipestone County Museum will be holding a donation rummage on Tuesday, March 5th and Wednesday, March 6th, 2024. Community members may drop off good, usable rummage items at the American Legion Hall on Tuesday, the 5th from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Sorry, we cannot accept electronics, cribs, or car seats. The sale will be held from 5pm -7pm on Tuesday and 9am - 2pm on Wednesday. Brown Bag Sale begins at noon on Wednesday. ? NO EARLY SALES!
Museum Spring Rummage
The Pipestone County Museum will be holding a donation rummage on Tuesday, March 5th and Wednesday, March 6th, 2024. Community members may drop off good, usable rummage items at the American Legion Hall on Tuesday, the 5th from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Sorry, we cannot accept electronics, cribs, or car seats. The sale will be held from 5pm -7pm on Tuesday and 9am - 2pm on Wednesday. Brown Bag Sale begins at noon on Wednesday. ? NO EARLY SALES!
Chamber Ribbon Cutting & Coffee
10:00 am Chamber Ribbon Cutting for Remodeling Updates to Pipestone County Hospice! Chamber Coffee from 10:00 am - 10:30 am. Everyone is encouraged to attend!
Omelet Breakfast
The Sons of the American Legion Omelet Breakfasts are delicious and support great community causes. $12 for Adults $5 for Kids 8 and Under Create your own omelet! Includes Biscuits, Gravy, Hash Browns, & Toast Served with milk, coffee, and/or juice.
French Voyagers & Minnesota's Fur Trade
This Fur Trade Experience presentation will guide the audience to understand how the French Voyageurs were among the first Europeans to explore and make maps of what would become Minnesota. Guests will meet Black Jacque Shalaque, an authentically costumed voyageur who makes Minnesota?s colorful fur trade come to life. Through his colorful portrayal of a voyageur, Mr. Kind will have you up and involved through hands-on interactive living history activities where you will role-play the parts of voyageurs and the proud indigenous people of Minnesota as you trade furs for trade goods and then simulate the paddling of a 35 foot Montreal canoe.
St. Leo Fish Fry
St. Leo's Knights of Columbus Fish Fry. Serving Fish, Cole Slaw, Potato, Dinner Roll, Ice Cream, & Beverage. Adults: $15. Children (ages 6 to 12): $7. Children (ages 0 to 5): Free. Dine-In or Take-Out.
Chamber Ribbon Cutting, Ambassador Visit, & Open House
3:00 pm Chamber Ribbon Cutting for Pipestone Massage & Wellness! Open House from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Everyone is encouraged to attend and thank owners Ruston & Lucy Aaker for their investment in our business community!
PINGO
Join us for a fun night of PINGO! Our Sponsor for this event is BeMobile / Verizon Wireless, and they will be bringing in $300 worth of prizes for the winners! ?But...everyone can be a winner with their new offering of Home Internet. The Pipestone area is now eligible for reliable internet for only $35/mo. While you enjoy a great meal and a game, chat with our local experts on how we can lower your internet bill and help keep you connected!
Ag Awareness Breakfast
Annual Ag Awareness Breakfast. Only 50 cents! Serving eggs, pancakes, sausages, milk, juice, & coffee. Organized by Pipestone County Farm Bureau. KLOH Radio will be live. Prize drawings for meat bundles!
Museum's Monthly "Coffee Talk"
Museum Educator, Trava Olivier shares the story of the Diphtheria epidemic of 1883 that struck Pipestone County. The disease was the cause of over thirty percent of the deaths recorded in the county that year. Come hear about the disease and the families who were affected by it.
Children's Theater
This year Calumet Players Children’s Theatre is pleased to present their 2024 Spring Show in their traditional two show format. Please come out and support the hard work put in by all of the young actresses and actors. Tickets are $10 for adults, and $7 for students as general admission only, no reserved seating. Tickets are available in the Pipestone Performing Arts Center lobby one hour prior to showtime.
Children's Theater
This year Calumet Players Children’s Theatre is pleased to present their 2024 Spring Show in their traditional two show format. Please come out and support the hard work put in by all of the young actresses and actors. Tickets are $10 for adults, and $7 for students as general admission only, no reserved seating. Tickets are available in the Pipestone Performing Arts Center lobby one hour prior to showtime.
Open House - 208 10th St SW
Deb Blaue of Real Estate Retrievers is hosting an open house at 208 10th St SW in Pipestone, MN on Saturday, March 23, 2024, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. There will be a door-prize drawing for a local greenhouse gift certificate.
Children's Theater
This year Calumet Players Children’s Theatre is pleased to present their 2024 Spring Show in their traditional two show format. Please come out and support the hard work put in by all of the young actresses and actors. Tickets are $10 for adults, and $7 for students as general admission only, no reserved seating. Tickets are available in the Pipestone Performing Arts Center lobby one hour prior to showtime.
Pheasants Forever 39th Annual Banquet
Pipestone County Pheasants Forever will be holding their 39th Annual Banquet on Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at the Pipestone National Guard Armory. Doors open at 5:00pm and dinner will start at 6:30pm. Tickets are $60 (which includes an individual annual membership to the organization). Tickets for nonmember spouses and children who accompany a member are $30 each. In addition to some delicious food and fellowship, there will be lots of fun at the event including: Games, Raffles, Kids Games & Raffles, Women's Raffle, Silent Auction, Live Auction. The Pipestone County Pheasants Forever Chapter will be contacting their members and sponsors with tickets for their Annual Banquet. For more information or to purchase tickets contact Marty Wallin at 507-215-1486. The Pipestone County Chapter would like to thank all of its members, sponsors, and donors for their gifts and time to help us protect our pheasants, other wildlife, and their habitat. The Pipestone County Chapter also supports youth education, shooting sports, firearms safety, hunting etiquette, and an appreciation for the great outdoors.
Pipestone Indian Shrine Association Annual Meeting
The Pipestone Indian Shrine Association annual meeting will take place at Pizza Ranch (downtown). Please RSVP via email to pipestone.isa@gmail.com or by phone 507-825-5463 by Wednesday, March 27. We look forward to seeing you!!
8th Ave Diner and Coffee House Open for Easter
8th Ave will be OPEN for 9:00 am - 2:30 pm on Easter Day! (kitchen closes at 2:00 pm)
