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BAFP’s February needs
Needs for February at the Brandon Area Food Pantry are granola bars, mustard, Banquet Homestyle Bakes, Manwich, Hormel chili, dog and cat food (3-pound bags and canned). The Pantry continues to have an ample supply of canned vegetables, fruits and soups.
Before donating food items, check expiration dates and that cans are not bulging. Monetary donations are also appreciated.
The BAFP is open 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 406 Main Ave. To learn more, call 605-582-7001.
VSE Science Fair is Thursday
The public is invited to take in the Valley Springs Elementary Science Fair from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 6 in the VSE gym. Judging will begin immediately upon setup and awards will be presented at 7.
Auction Amore is Friday
Brandon Valley Area Chamber of Commerce invites the public to Auction Amore, a night of silent and live auctions, complete with complimentary wine, hors de oeuvres and fun games, starting at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7 at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites in Brandon. Tickets are $20 each and may be purchased at the door. The silent auction starts at 6 p.m. and the live auction begins at 7:45 p.m.
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Women’s Connection is Feb. 10
Tonya Ringen, owner of Mayme Jane’s Boutique in Lennox, will give a presentation on fair trade jewelry made by women in Ecuador at the Monday, Feb. 10 Brandon Area Women’s Connection. The event starts at 7 p.m. at the Sioux Valley Energy Community Room, 108 N. Heritage Road.
February’s guest speaker is Joyce Buseman, who will talk on a “Secure Future.” The night also includes music and refreshments. Cost is $8 per person.
Free basic backyard chicken keeping class planned
Love fresh eggs and thinking about raising your own flock? Already a seasoned urban chicken farmer? In 2019, the Brandon City Council passed an ordinance allowing residents to raise up to six chickens in the backyard. Learn all aspects of backyard flock management from raising chicks to coop and run requirements, feed and nutrition to common health issues and more. during a 6:30-8 p.m. class on Thursday, Feb. 13. It is open and free to all residents of Brandon and will be held in the Sioux Valley Energy Community Room, 108 N. Heritage Road.
