This Week... 

Monday, March 8 - Wednesday, March 31 

Ø  Curves Food Drive

Ø  1615 N. Harrison

Ø  605-945-0685

Ø  97otrtj@curvesmail.com  

Curves of Pierre is encouraging all women in the area to show their philanthropic strength by participating in the annual Curves Food Drive. And, even though donating food to familes in need is its own reward, the club is offering compelling incentives for both existing and potential members who participate.

From March 1 to 31, Curves of Pierre will collect non-perishable items and monetary donations for food banks in the local area. The goal, according to Wanda Fergen of Curves of Pierre, is for the community to come together to help families in need. "At the core of our business is the message that women are stronger when they rally together, and that is the point we hope to bring home with our food drive," said Fergen. "We want to show our community just how powerful the generosity of our members can be."

According to Fergen, members who donate a bag of groceries or make a minimum donation of $30 during the month of March will receive a reusable Curves grocery freezer bag for free. Non-members who do likewise between March 8 and 20 can join Curves for free. Curves will waive the cost to join.

For more information about Curves of Pierre, located at 1615 N. Harrison, Suite 23, and the Curves Food Drive, contact Wanda Fergen at 605-945-0685 or 97otrtj@curvesmail.com  

Monday, March 8 

Ø  Mother Goose Class

Ø  The Right Turn, Inc.

Ø  124 E. Dakota Ave.

Ø  6:30 p.m.

Ø  773-4755 

The Mother Goose class will be offered in Pierre every Monday in March from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. These are a series of classes that are hands on fun with early literacy. The cost of this class is $50. That includes two sets of study guides, books, and tapes. The registration fee for individual classes is $10. CEU's will be offered for an additional $10.  

Monday, March 8 

Ø  Hughes and Stanley County Democrats Meeting

Ø  Chateau Restaurant

Ø  110 Deadwood Street, Fort Pierre

Ø  7:00 p.m.

Ø  223-2687 

The Hughes and Stanley County Democrats will meet on Tuesday, March 8 at 7:00 p.m. at the Chateau Restaurant in Fort Pierre. Everyone is welcome to attend! Please call 223-2687 for more information.  

Monday, March 8 - Tuesday, March 9 

Ø  Support the Pierre MS Walk Fundraiser

Ø  Papa Murphy's

Ø  319 W. Sioux Avenue

Ø  224-4226 

Purchase a pizza at Papa Murphy's and a percentage of your purchase will be donated to the Pierre MS Walk on Monday, March 8^th and Tuesday, March 9^th. For more information please call 224-4226. 

Monday, March 8 - Tuesday, March 9 

Ø  Fallen Heroes Banner Display

Ø  South Dakota National Guard Museum

Ø  301 E. Dakota Avenue

Ø  Weekdays 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Ø  224-9991

Ø  Bob.kusser@state.sd.us  

The South Dakota National Guard Museum will display the Fallen Heroes Banners weekdays from March 1 - March 9, 2010. The Museum will be open Monday-Friday, 9:00am - 4:00pm. For further information please contact Bob Kusser at 605-224-9991 

Monday, March 8 - Wednesday, March 10 

Ø  Senior Tax Service

Ø  Pierre Area Senior Citizens Center

Ø  401 W. Pleasant Drive

Ø  1:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Ø  224-7730 

The Pierre Area Senior Citizens Center will host a free tax service for seniors looking for help. They will be available on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm. Please call 224-7730 for further information.  

Tuesday, March 9 

Ø  Senior Center Coffee Club

Ø  Pierre Area Senior Center

Ø  401 W. Pleasant Drive

Ø  9:00 - 10:15 a.m.

Ø  224-7730

Ø  pirascc@yahoo.com  

Please join the Pierre Area Senior Center for their A.M. Coffee Club on Tuesday mornings from 9:00 to 10:15 a.m. They will be serving homemade caramel and frosted rolls as well as scrambled eggs and toast. Cost is only $1.50 for either a roll and coffee or eggs and coffee.  

Tuesday, March 9 

Ø  Blood Drive

Ø  United Blood Services

Ø  Southeast UMC & Community Center

Ø  2315 E. Park Street

Ø  12:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Ø  224-7244

Ø  www.bloodhero.com 

The United Blood Services will host a Blood Drive on Tuesday, March 9 from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Southeast UMC & Community Center, 2315 E. Park Street. To reserve your donation time, please call Laurie Bonhorst at 224-7244 or go to www.bloodhero.com and enter code: southeastumc 

Tuesday, March 9  

Ø  Chamber's Hospitality Committee Meeting

Ø  Chamber Boardroom

Ø  800 W. Dakota Avenue

Ø  2:00pm

Ø  224-7361

Ø  lries@pierre.org  

The Chamber's Hospitality Committee meets the second Tuesday of every month in the Chamber's Boardroom at 2:00pm. The purpose of the Hospitality Committee is to service the tourism industry, recruit conventions and meetings and plan events to bring visitors to Pierre. For more information please contact Lois Ries at 224-7361 or lries@pierre.org  

Tuesday, March 9 

Ø  Chamber's Sports & Recreation Committee

Ø  Chamber Boardroom

Ø  800 W. Dakota Avenue

Ø  3:30pm

Ø  224-7361

Ø  lries@pierre.org 

The Chamber's Sports Committee is a new committee that will be meeting in the Chamber's Boardroom at 3:30pm.  Anyone interested in Pierre/Ft.Pierre sports are welcome to attend.  For more information, please contact Lois Ries at 605-224-7361.

Tuesday, March 9 

Ø  Kids Voting South Dakota Liberty Ballgame

Ø  T.F. Riggs High School Gymnasium

Ø  1010 E. Broadway

Ø  5:30 p.m.

Ø  kvsd@rushmore.com  

Kids Voting South Dakota Liberty Ballgame, come watch the House take on the Senate in this annual fundraiser for Kids Voting South Dakota. Tacos with Top Dogs starts at 5:30 p.m. with the game tipoff at 7:00 p.m. Prizes for kids, fun for all! 

Tuesday, March 9 

Ø  Common Sense Parenting

Ø  St. Mary's Healthcare Center

Ø  800 E. Dakota Avenue

Ø  6:00 p.m.

Ø  224-3189

Ø  Gut1@dakota2k.net

Ø  www.growinguptogether.org  

This class enhances parenting skills for parents or caregivers of children 3 years of age and up. Learn how to reduce family stress, diminish yelling and fighting, reduce problem behavior and enrich your relationship with your child. For more information please call 224-3189 or email gut1@dakota2k.net  

Tuesday, March 9 

Ø  Write for Interest

Ø  Capital University Center

Ø  925 E. Sioux Avenue

Ø  7:00 p.m.

Ø  773-2160

Ø  Sdsu.cuc@sdstate.edu

Ø  www.cucpierre.com  

Sure, you're interested in what you write, but is the reader or listener? Learn how to capture your audience's attention, whether it be an article, press release, radio copy, or any other written message. Participants will critique examples and try some group work for various message types. Local author Cindy Bahe will conduct this free seminar on Tuesday, March 9^th from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Call CUC to register. This seminar is limited to 25 participants, so register early!  

Tuesday, March 9 

Ø  History and Heritage Book Club

Ø  Cultural Heritage Center

Ø  900 Governors Drive

Ø  7:00 p.m.

Ø  773-6006

Ø  Dorinda.daniel@state.sd.us

Ø  www.sdheritagefund.org  

Molly P. Rozum will join the History and Heritage Book Club to discuss the book "Small-town Girl". Rozum edited the book by Eric Fowler and Sheila Delaney about their growing up in Milbank and Mitchell, respectively, from the 1920's to the 1950's. The book club is open to everyone!  

Wednesday, March 10 

Ø  Agri-Interest Committee Meeting

Ø  Chamber of Commerce Boardroom

Ø  800 W. Dakota Avenue

Ø  1:00 p.m.

Ø  224-7361

Ø  fbryan@pierre.org  

The Chamber's Agri-Interest Committee meets the second Wednesday of every month at the Pierre Chamber of Commerce Boardroom at 1:00 p.m. The purpose of the Ag Committee is to promote Ag Business in the Pierre area and bring a better understanding of the Industry. The committee plans the Ag Banquet, Ag Field Day and Ag Tour. For more information contact Felicia Bryan at 605-224-7361 or fbryan@pierre.org  

Thursday, March 11 

Ø  Hughes County Republican Meeting

Ø  BPro, Inc.

Ø  Basement Conference Room

Ø  318 S. Pierre Street

Ø  Noon

Ø  224-9091 or 280-6002

Ø  angela@silkfudge.com  

District 24 Candidates Tad Perry and Mark Venner will speak at the Hughes County Republican meeting on Thursday, March 11 starting at Noon. The meeting will be held at the BPro building conference room in the basement, located at 318 S. Pierre Street. City parking is available in the behind BPro. Lunch menu will include pasta with sun-dried tomatoes and chicken, garlic bread, salad and dessert. 

Thursday, March 11 

Ø  Blood Drive

Ø  United Blood Services

Ø  First Congregational UCC - Fellowship Hall

Ø  123 N. Highland

Ø  2:30 - 6:00 p.m.

Ø  605-342-8585

Ø  www.bloodhero.com  

United Blood Services is responsible for providing blood to several area hospitals. Currently 184 pints are needed every day! Please support the community blood program by donating at the drive on Thursday, March 11 from 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the First Congregational UCC - Fellowship Hall, 123 North Highland. You can schedule an appointment by calling United Blood Services at 605-342-8585 or go to www.bloodhero.com and enter code: pierreucc. 

Thursday, March 11 

Ø  Oahe Hockey Association Fundraiser

Ø  Perkins Family Restaurant

Ø  217 Hustan in Fort Pierre

Ø  4:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Ø  223-2470 

Perkins Family Restaurant and Bakery in Fort Pierre is proud to give back to the community every Thursday from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. 10% of the sales from that time period will be given to the Oahe Hockey Association.  

Thursday, March 11 

Ø  Breast Cancer Survivors

Ø  Countryside Hospice

Ø  200 E. Dakota Ave., Suite 1

Ø  5:30 p.m.

Ø  Barb.countryside@midconetwork.com

Ø  www.countryside-hospice.org  

This class is intended for all breast cancer survivors. Guest speaker will be Jennifer Gray, MSW. This class topic will be, relaxation techniques for the body, mind and spirit.  

Thursday, March 11 

Ø  Get Growing! Going Green & Trees for Central SD

Ø  Chamber of Commerce Community Room

Ø  800 W. Dakota Avenue

Ø  7:00 p.m.

Ø  Ruth.beck@sdstate.edu

Ø  FREE 

Jerry Mills, Extension Horticulture Educator will present "Going Green: Sustainable Landscaping Tips". Chris Johnson, State Forester will follow with "Recommended Trees for Central South Dakota". This the first of two Spring Gardening Seminars sponsored by the Hughes/Stanley County Extension Service and the Prairie Potter Extension Master Gardeners. For more information please email Ruth Beck at ruth.beck@sdstate.edu  

Thursday, March 11 

Ø  Jason Gray Concert

Ø  Riggs Theater

Ø  7:00 p.m. 

Jason Gray will perform at Riggs Theater in Pierre on March 11, 2010 at 7:00 p.m.

Also featuring a Community Worship Choir. $3.00 suggested donation at the door.  

Friday, March 12 

Ø  Missouri Sedimentation Action Coalition 9^th Annual Meeting

Ø  Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites

Ø  110 E. Stanley in Fort Pierre

Ø  10:00 a.m.

Ø  987-4165

Ø  hpaul@sio.midco.net  

The Missouri Sedimentation Action Coalition will hold their 9^th Annual Meeting on Friday, March 12, 2010 at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites in Fort Pierre at 110 East Stanley Road. The regular Board of Directors meeting will be at 10:00 a.m. and the Annual Membership Meeting will begin at 1:00 p.m.

Both meetings are open to the public. Directors will reconvene following the annual meeting for election of officers.

For further information please contact Howard Paul, Executive Director by email at hpaul@sio.midco.net or phone at 605-987-4165.  

Friday, March 12 - Saturday, March 13 

Ø  Pierre Players Presents: Rabbit Hole

Ø  Grand Opera House

Ø  109 S. Pierre Street

Ø  7:30 p.m.

Ø  224-7826

Ø  www.pierreplayers.com  

With David Lindsay-Abaire's poignant and deeply personal 2007 Pulitzer Prize winning play, "Rabbit Hole", Pierre Players brings a cast of veteran actors to a captivating set on the stage of the Grand Opera House.
Directed by Pierre Players Artistic Coordinator, Donna Fjelstad, the play is about the Corbetts (Anne Rathbun and Dave Schiefen) who had everything any regular family could want until their world was turned upside down. Round out the cast of well known actors undertaking this challenging piece are Izzy (Rebecca DalllaGrana), Nat (Jen Kanz) and Jason (Kris Monroe).
Teeming with heartbreak, compassion, honesty and wit, the show is acclaimed as one of the best new plays written in the last 25 years. A nuanced and delicate piece of theatre about family relationships, loss, and hope, it has won almost every major playwriting award and has sold out to audiences across the country. It is not recommended for children under the age of 12.
Set designer and technical director, Scott Hipple has created a unique setting for this outstanding production of one of America's finest contempory plays.
Produced by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc.
Sponsored in part by:
Ameriprise-Leyden and Associates-St. Mary's Healthcare Center-Karl's TV and Appliances-Klocker Furniture. 

Sunday, March 14 

Ø  Pierre Players Presents: Rabbit Hole

Ø  Grand Opera House

Ø  109 S. Pierre Street

Ø  2:00 p.m.

Ø  224-7826

Ø  www.pierreplayers.com  

With David Lindsay-Abaire's poignant and deeply personal 2007 Pulitzer Prize winning play, "Rabbit Hole", Pierre Players brings a cast of veteran actors to a captivating set on the stage of the Grand Opera House.
Directed by Pierre Players Artistic Coordinator, Donna Fjelstad, the play is about the Corbetts (Anne Rathbun and Dave Schiefen) who had everything any regular family could want until their world was turned upside down. Round out the cast of well known actors undertaking this challenging piece are Izzy (Rebecca DalllaGrana), Nat (Jen Kanz) and Jason (Kris Monroe).
Teeming with heartbreak, compassion, honesty and wit, the show is acclaimed as one of the best new plays written in the last 25 years. A nuanced and delicate piece of theatre about family relationships, loss, and hope, it has won almost every major playwriting award and has sold out to audiences across the country. It is not recommended for children under the age of 12.
Set designer and technical director, Scott Hipple has created a unique setting for this outstanding production of one of America's finest contempory plays.
Produced by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc.
Sponsored in part by:
Ameriprise-Leyden and Associates-St. Mary's Healthcare Center-Karl's TV and Appliances-Klocker Furniture. 

Next Week... 

Monday, March 15 

Ø  Mother Goose Class

Ø  The Right Turn, Inc.

Ø  124 E. Dakota Ave.

Ø  6:30 p.m.

Ø  773-4755 

The Mother Goose class will be offered in Pierre every Monday in March from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. These are a series of classes that are hands on fun with early literacy. The cost of this class is $50. That includes two sets of study guides, books, and tapes. The registration fee for individual classes is $10. CEU’s will be offered for an additional $10.   

Monday, March 15 - Wednesday, March 17 

Ø  Senior Tax Service

Ø  Pierre Area Senior Citizens Center

Ø  401 W. Pleasant Drive

Ø  1:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Ø  224-7730 

The Pierre Area Senior Citizens Center will host a free tax service for seniors looking for help. They will be available on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm. Please call 224-7730 for further information.  

Tuesday, March 16 

Ø  Senior Center Coffee Club

Ø  Pierre Area Senior Center

Ø  401 W. Pleasant Drive

Ø  9:00 - 10:15 a.m.

Ø  224-7730

Ø  pirascc@yahoo.com  

Please join the Pierre Area Senior Center for their A.M. Coffee Club on Tuesday mornings from 9:00 to 10:15 a.m. They will be serving homemade caramel and frosted rolls as well as scrambled eggs and toast. Cost is only $1.50 for either a roll and coffee or eggs and coffee.  

Tuesday, March 16 

Ø  New Grief

Ø  Countryside Hospice

Ø  200 E. Dakota Ave., Suite 1

Ø  6:30 p.m.

Ø  Holly.countryside@midconetwork.com

Ø  www.countryside-hospice.org  

This class is for anyone who has recently lost someone close to them. The purpose of this class is to help you understand grief after loss. Please contact Holly Hoing at holly.countryside@midconetwork.com for further information.  

Tuesday, March 16 

Ø  Hit Me With Your Best Shot

Ø  Capital University Center

Ø  925 E. Sioux Ave.

Ø  7:00 p.m.

Ø  773-2160

Ø  Sdsu.cuc@sdstate.edu

Ø  www.cucpierre.com  

What can you do to make your photos more interesting? This session is open to all ages - bring your digital (with a fully charged battery) and/or film camera (and you don't need a fancy camera) to learn some lighting and angle techniques, as well as some other tricks. Participants will view examples, take practice shots, and learn by doing. Well-known local photographer Cindy Bahe will conduct this free seminar. This seminar is limited to 25 participants, so register early! 

Wednesday, March 17 

Ø  Ag Field Day

Ø  National Guard Armory

Ø  East of Pierre on SD Hwy 34 (Next to Women’s Prison)

Ø  8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Ø  224-7361

Ø  fbryan@pierre.org  

Ag Field Day is an event for Hughes County 4^th graders that teaches them about livestock, soil, and farm safety.

Event will be held on Wednesday, March 17^th from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the National Guard Armory in Pierre. For more information please contact Felicia Bryan at 605-224-7361 or fbryan@pierre.org  

Wednesday, March 17 

Ø  St. Patty's Day Parade and Irish Stew Feed

Ø  Parade begins at East Entrance of Griffin Park

Ø  Irish Stew Feed at American Legion Cabin

Ø  4:00 p.m.

Ø  280-9827

Ø  justbeaditjewelry@yahoo.com  

The Jaycee's St. Patrick's Day Parade on March 17^th and Irish Stew Feed to follow! The parade will begin at 4:00 p.m. and will be followed by an Irish Stew Feed at the American Legion Cabin until 7:00 p.m.

The parade line-up, which starts at 4:00 p.m., will be at the east entrance of Griffin Park by Down's Marina. The route will go north on Washington Avenue, west on Dakota Avenue, then south on Crow Street and then finally west on Missouri Avenue to the American Legion Cabin.

The Lions Club invites everyone to stop at the Legion Cabin and have some Irish Stew after the parade!

For any questions, please contact Amanda Schmitgen at 280-9827 or justbeaditjewelry@yahoo.com  

Thursday, March 18 

Ø  United Pentacostal Church Fundraiser

Ø  Perkins Family Restaurant & Bakery

Ø  217 E. Hustan in Fort Pierre

Ø  4:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Ø  223-2470 

Perkins Restaurant and Bakery in Fort Pierre is proud to give back to the community every Thursday from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.

10% of the sales from that time period will be given to the United Pentacostal Church.

Thursday, March 18 

Ø  Cancer Survivors

Ø  Countryside Hospice Classroom

Ø  200 E. Dakota Ave., Suite 1

Ø  6:30 p.m.

Ø  Barb.countryside@midconetwork.com

Ø  www.countryside-hospice.org  

This class is intended for anyone who is a survivor of a cancer diagnosis. For more information please contact Barb at barb.countryside@midconetwork.com  

Thursday, March 18 

Ø  Pregnancy & Childbirth Class

Ø  St. Mary's Healthcare Center

Ø  800 E. Dakota Ave.

Ø  7:00 p.m.

Ø  Gut1@dakota2k.net

Ø  www.growinguptogether.org  

This class provides important pregnancy and childbirth information. All moms are welcome to attend this class with their family supporters. Topics covered include: birth planning, progression of labor and pushing, relaxation techniques, tour of Obstetrics Wing, car seat information, and newborn care.  

Thursday, March 18 - Saturday, March 20 

Ø  Pierre Players Presents: Rabbit Hole

Ø  Grand Opera House

Ø  109 S. Pierre Street

Ø  7:30 p.m.

Ø  224-7826

Ø  www.pierreplayers.com  

With David Lindsay-Abaire's poignant and deeply personal 2007 Pulitzer Prize winning play, "Rabbit Hole", Pierre Players brings a cast of veteran actors to a captivating set on the stage of the Grand Opera House.
Directed by Pierre Players Artistic Coordinator, Donna Fjelstad, the play is about the Corbetts (Anne Rathbun and Dave Schiefen) who had everything any regular family could want until their world was turned upside down. Round out the cast of well known actors undertaking this challenging piece are Izzy (Rebecca DalllaGrana), Nat (Jen Kanz) and Jason (Kris Monroe).
Teeming with heartbreak, compassion, honesty and wit, the show is acclaimed as one of the best new plays written in the last 25 years. A nuanced and delicate piece of theatre about family relationships, loss, and hope, it has won almost every major playwriting award and has sold out to audiences across the country. It is not recommended for children under the age of 12.
Set designer and technical director, Scott Hipple has created a unique setting for this outstanding production of one of America's finest contempory plays.
Produced by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc.
Sponsored in part by:
Ameriprise-Leyden and Associates-St. Mary's Healthcare Center-Karl's TV and Appliances-Klocker Furniture. 

Saturday, March 20 

Ø  Pierre/Ft.Pierre Humane Society Meet n' Greet

Ø  Humane Society Shelter on Pierre Street

Ø  4:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Ø  223-CATS (2287)

Ø  www.pets4adoption.org  

Once a month, the dogs come from their foster homes to meet potential new families. If you have been thinking about adopting a dog, this is the time and place to do it!  

Dates and times are subject to change without notice.  Please call the contact person listed with the event for more information.

If you have any comments or would like to have something added to the What's Happening, please email Tony at tjockheck@pierre.org the Thursday before the What's Happening.  On the other hand, you may add events to our calendar at www.pierre.org.