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.
Museum's "Coffee Talk" with Mark Thode
Mark Thode, managing director of the Pipestone Performing Arts Center, will be the featured speaker at the Pipestone County Historical Society's July Coffee Talk on July 21st. Mark's presentation will focus on the upcoming 2022-2023 season at the Arts Center including upcoming shows for the Al Opland Singers, the Calumet Players, and the PPAC Presenter Series. He will discuss changes and upgrades being made to the facility that are designed to meet PPAC's mission and serve their public. The Pipestone County Historical Society?s Coffee Talks are held the third Thursday of each month. These talks are FREE to the public. The community is invited to the Pipestone County Museum at 9:45 a.m. on the third Thursday of each month for coffee followed by a presentation beginning at 10:00 a.m.
One-Room Schoolhouse Open
The District #3 One-Room Schoolhouse at Moore Park will be open to the public on Thursdays through the summer (June 9 through September 1) from 12:30 pm to 3 pm. Activities will start outdoors at 12:30 pm with schoolyard games. At 1:00 pm, retired school teacher Diane Hansen will greet students inside with educational activities. Volunteers will be present to share information about the oldest country school in the county!
Siama's Congo Roots
Congolese musician Siama Matuzungidi is known for his intricate guitar, catchy songs, spirited singing and traditional instruments like Balafon and Mbira. We'll all have a chance to learn simple songs in Kikongo and Lingala and try out African singing styles like call-and-response and yodeling in this interactive program. This program is free and for all ages.