Talk of the Town: August 25, 2021
Brandon Citywide
Fall Rummages are Aug. 27-28
Registrations are now being accepted for the 12th annual Brandon Citywide Fall Rummages, which are Friday, Aug. 27 and Saturday, Aug. 28.
For a listing of sales, visit brandonrummages..
Brandon Transit
available to all
Brandon Transit is a public transportation service – anyone can ride. Transportation services are provided from approximately 7:45 a.m. until approximately 3:30 p.m. Brandon Transit provides rides to medical and dental appointments, therapy, clinics, hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living centers, nutrition sites, governmental offices, day care, pre-school, employment, shopping areas, and grocery stores. The fare price is $2 per ride or $4 round trip.
To schedule a ride, contact the Brandon Transit dispatcher one day in advance by calling 582-3553 between 7:30 -1:30 a.m. Monday thru Friday.
August needs at the BAFP
August needs at the Brandon Area Food Pantry are bottled juice, canned fruit, saltine crackers, breakfast bars, instant oatmeal, fruit snacks, beef stew, pancake mix, syrup, Manwich, Kleenex, body wash, dog and cat food.
In respect to COVID-19, Pantry 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.
Circuit group fitness open house
Circuit will host a group fitness open house at 8 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 11. Saturday classes starting after Labor Day are also free to the public.
To learn more, email info@circuitSD.com or visit circuitsd.com.
BVHA to stage Sept. 11 ‘In the Bag’ Cornhole Tourney
Brandon Valley Hockey Association is staging their second annual “In the Bag” Cornhole Tournament (two-person teams), beginning at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 11 at Bottoms Up in Corson.
The cost is $35 per person. Cash prizes for first and second places will be paid out.
To learn more, go to the BVHA’s Facebook page.
City plans Oct. 2 tree branch disposal
The city of Brandon has scheduled a tree branch disposal from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 2 at 409 N. Sioux Blvd.
Entrance is north of the Brandon Fire Station. Fees will be charged per visit, per load and may be paid in cash or check only. A pickup truck (or smaller) or trailer will be charged $10. A pickup truck with trailer will be $15.
The service is only open to in-town Brandon residents, who must present a South Dakota driver’s license and/or current city utility bill for proof of residency.
Branches up to 12 inches in diameter and 10 feet long will be allowed. Leaves, grass, lumber, yard and pet waste will not be accepted. Commercial contractors will not be allowed to dispose unless contracted by the city of Brandon, and individuals illegally dumping outside of the operation day/hours or non-approved items will be prosecuted.
We Salute ALL Veterans Ball being planned
Brandon VFW Post 4726 is organizing the First Annual Military Ball, planned for 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23 at the Post Home. All veterans and a guest are invited for a night of food, dancing and fun. Tickets are $40 per person, which includes a catered meal, deejay and silent auction. The event is formal and a limited number of tickets will be sold.
Splitrock Lutheran seeks donations of kids’ books
Splitrock Lutheran Church is collecting lightly-used or new children’s books for ages toddler through sixth grade for the foundation, Live Like Cat. The foundation donates books to various learning institutions. The program was established after 19-year-old Caitlyn Carmen, a special education major at the University of South Dakota, died as the result of a car accident. Her family started the foundation to carry on her legacy.
Books should be brought to the church.
Communicate with the city
City of Brandon utilizes a text messaging service to keep the public in the know. To sign up for this service, text “Brandon” to 33222 for notification of snow alerts, water conservation alerts, water main breaks, street closures, etc.
Text “Brandonpool” to 33222 for pool opening and closing dates, closures due to weather, etc.
When registering, auto correct tends to add a space. Subscribers to this service will receive a return message saying, “Welcome to…”
To register, type 33222 in the text message as the number and then type the “Keyword” above in the message line of the text, just the word not the quotations. Residents will need to subscribe to each one for notifications of all three, and may opt out at any time.
Farmer’s Market open weekly in Brandon
The Farmer’s Market in Brandon is open for the season in Brandon from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays in the parking lot at 515 N. Splitrock Blvd. The event features local vendors, food trucks and live music every Saturday through October.
TOPS open to all
The Brandon chapter of TOPS, “Take Off Pounds Sensibly,” meets at 9 a.m. Mondays at Brandon Lutheran Church, 600 E. Holly Blvd. Participants should park in the east parking lot and use the main entrance, far right door. Once inside, turn right and follow the positive and uplifting conversation.
TOPS is for both men and women, and the group’s purpose is to encourage, motivate and support one another.
Brandon Senior Citizens
The Brandon Senior Citizens meet at 12:30 p.m. every Thursday at the VFW for Bingo, cards socializing and coffee. All seniors are welcome.
Al-Anon meetings in Brandon
Al-Anon meets from 8-9 p.m. every Tuesday at Brandon Lutheran Church, 600 E. Holly Blvd.
