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.
Memorial Day Avenue of Flags
Annual Avenues of Flags Notice: Flags will be set at the following locations: Downtown Courthouse Cemetery Highway 30 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: 10-16 People will be needed for setup & tear down. Those interested should meet at the Pipestone True Value parking lot at 7:00 am on Memorial Day, May 27th. Tear down begins at the Pipestone True Value parking lot by 5:00 pm (they usually get started a little earlier). The Avenue of Flags is supported by the Pipestone American Legion Post 6 and made possible through volunteers and donations.
Memorial Day Program
Master of Ceremonies: Myron Koets Invocation & Benediction: Pastor Jennings Wallace ''American the Beautiful'': Pipestone Area High School Band Posting the Colors: Veteran's Services Organizations Placing of the Wreath: American Legion Post 6 ''Star Spangled Banner'': Pipestone Area High School Band Keynote Speaker: Ed Lapthorn, Lieutenant Colonel (LTC), US Army ''America'': Pipestone Area High School Band Rifle Salute: Pipestone American Legion Honor Guard Taps: TBD Retirement of the Colors: Veteran's Services Organization Benediction: Pastor Jennings Wallace Closing Remarks: Robert Douty, Michael-Boock Post 6 Commander, US Army 1971 - 2001 Please bring your own lawn chairs. Poppies will be available. Free will donation. **In case of inclement weather, the program will be held inside the Pipestone American Legion Hall.
