Talk of the Town
Final soup supper of season is May 20
The final soup supper fundraiser staged by the Valley Springs American Legion will be served from 5-6:30 p.m. Friday, May 20 at the Post home. On the menu this month is chili, bean soup, a mystery soup, corn muffins, chips, hot dogs, soda, water and all the fixings.
Brandon Historical Society to begin presentations
The Brandon Historical Society will be giving bi-annual presentations on various historical topics. The first presentation is planned for 6:30 p.m. Sunday, May 22 in the community room at Brandon Valley High School. Refreshments will be served.
Brandon Boss Gobblers plan Women in the Outdoors event
A Women in the Outdoors event will be offered by the Brandon Boss Gobblers on Monday, May 23 at the Garretson Sportsman’s club, 48605 255th St.
Eight different sessions will be offered, including archery, intermediate gun handling and safety, handguns, rifles, shotguns, kayaking, fishing, and crossbow shooting. Women will participate in four sessions, which are 30 minutes in length.
Participants may bring their own firearm and must supply their own ammo or may use the BBG’s .22, 9mm, 12 gauge.
To register or learn more, call Eric Olson at (605) 360-5707 or email hunter3008@midconetwor.com, Robert Nelson at 261-9120 or Matt Swenson at 351-5295.
May needs at the Brandon Food Pantry
May needs at the Brandon Area Food Pantry are single-serving packages of apple sauce, Spam, Suddenly Salad, cookie and muffin mixes, body wash, dish detergent, and dog and cat food.
At this time, the BAFP has an ample supply of canned vegetables (i.e., peas, corn, carrots, all varieties of beans) and soups, both cream and other varieties.
Pantry clients must be vaccinated and wear a mask to shop the Pantry. If not vaccinated, clients will receive items that have been pre-bagged by BAFP volunteers.
To make appointments for either pickups or donations, call 582-7001. The BAFP is open from 4-6 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays.
BAFP executive director Linda Weber asks groups that conduct food drives to contact the Pantry prior to dropping off donations.
Used eye glasses and hearing aids for the Brandon Lions Club may also be dropped off at the BAFP.
