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Holiday Wine & Cordial Tasting

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Paul & Suzi Ruper, owners of the Keyboard Liquor Store, will be hosting their 14th Annual Holiday Wine & Cordial Tasting on Friday, December 2, 2022 at Valentini’s Supper Club beginning at 6pm. Numerous wines & spirits will be available for sampling. The cost of admission is $50/person.

Last year’s event hosted approximately 105 people who tasted over 50 different wines & spirits. People were able to purchase their favorites and even receive them in time for the holidays! Valentini’s added their flair with an elegant buffet of hors d’oeuvres. The proceeds were donated to the CCF ($3,125).

Start your holiday season with a great party, merry-making, and getting jolly! Between holiday shopping, the snow that is sure to come in December, and everything else that the season piles on, a night of drinking and fun is something that can keep things festive and fun! And, with some luck and extensive tasting, find the perfect drink to WOW your family and friends on Christmas, Thanksgiving & New Years!

Come out and join the party at the annual Holiday Wine & Cordial Tasting this season and find the perfect drink to bring in the holidays!

To RSVP, call Keyboard Liquor at 218-254-7271 or the Maty Jo at 218-966-3223.

We hope to see you there!

 

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Family Flu Shot Clinic

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Say BOO to the Flu at Casey Drug in Chisholm  from 9am – 2pm at the Family Flu Shot Clinic! Why make getting your annual vaccinations a chore when it can be fun? Bring the family out for a day of treats, prizes, and crafts (and, of course, getting your family vaccinated too).

Games will help your kids learn about germs and make sure to stop by their photo booth as well! Flu vaccines are always available of course and Casey Drug provides both high strength and regular dosage flu vaccine shots. Casey Drug takes walk-ins during all open hours, so even if you can’t make it to the Family Flu Shot Clinic you can still get your flu shot!

Casey Drug also carries lots of fun gifts, clothes, and decor that you might love as an addition to your home or wardrobe, make sure to take a peek at their wares while you’re out with the family to see what they like too!

If you would like to know more about Casey Drug, the services that they provide, or to even follow them on their socials (their Instagram account is actually pretty impressive) visit them on their website. 

 

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Bridge of Peace Memorial

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The Chisholm Community Foundation has planned a Bridge of Peace Memorial in honor of the late Senator David J. Tomassoni for his 30 years of service in the Minnesota legislature and the many ecnomic initiatives he directly and indirectly championed.. A memorial arch and recreational plaza will be built on the Bridge of Peace located on the Longyear Lake causeway , the memorial will also honor Iron Range veterans of all military conflicts, many of whom paid the ultimate sacrifice.

The project is is expected to be completed by the Fall of 2023. As the fiscal intermediary for the project contributions should be made out to the Chisholm Community Foundation (CCF). Contributions are tax deductible and donors will be provided with a tax receipt from the St. Paul & Minnesota Foundation. The CCF, an affiliate of the St. Paul & Minnesota Foundation, is a permanent, philanthropic endowment for the enduring benefit of our community. It secures, manages and allocates investors’ gifts for charitable purposes in the Chisholm area, working to improve the quality of life for local residents.

To make a donation for the Bridge of Peace Memorial for Senator David J. Tomassoni send a check directly to CCF or visit them on their website!

 

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Big Buck Contest

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The United Way of Northeast Minnesota’s (UWNEMN) Big Buck Contest is available for early sign up! 

Hunters of all ages who hunt, live, and/or work in UWNEMN’s service area are invited to register for this contest prior to their season start (Youth Deer Season starts Oct. 20th, and Deer Rifle Season starts Nov. 5th) to be entered to win for the biggest buck in their category or most unusual rack. All hunters will also be entered to win a lifetime Minnesota Hunting license – even if they don’t get a buck! So sign up for the Big Buck Contest today!

To sign up, visit their page!

All contest proceeds will support the local Imagination Library program which delivers free books monthly to children on the Iron Range, in Koochiching County, and in Lake of the Woods County

Rules and Regulations:

  • This contest and all rules are subject to the laws and hunting regulations of the state of Minnesota. All contestants must be legally permitted to take deer according to Minnesota Hunting Regulations.
  • All contestants must live, work, or hunt in United Way of Northeastern Minnesota’s service territory. (North St. Louis County, West Itasca County, all of Koochiching County, & all of Lake of the Woods County)
  • Youth contest will begin October 20 2022, and end November 27, 2022. Deer taken by youth during the Youth Hunting Season (10/20-10/23) or rifle season (11/5-11/27) are eligible so long as youth participant is registered prior to the season start.
  • Adult contest will begin November 5, 2022, and end November 27, 2022. 
  • All contestants be entered to win a lifetime Minnesota hunting license. (A winner will be selected at random in the Adult division, and another winner will be selected at random in the Youth division.)  No purchase necessary.
  • Prizes will be awarded for largest buck in the following categories: Male Hunters 18+ ($250 L&M Gift Card), Female Hunters 18+ ($250 L&M Gift Card),  and Youth Hunters 10-17 ($100 L&M Gift Card). A winner will also be selected for Most Unusual Rack ($100 L&M Gift Card). 
  • More random prize drawings to be announced. 
  • Winners for categories will be determined by the number of points and inside spread of racks. Any point must measure at least one (1) inch to be considered a point. A panel of judges representing various interests will review photos. Panel decisions are final.
  • To qualify to win a category, contestants must submit a photo of their buck (with rack and points clearly visible) with hunter and deer in photo – along with a photo of the license tag clearly showing the date, hunting zone, location, etc.*
  • No out-of-state deer allowed.
  • Only deer harvested during the 2022 rifle season are eligible for prizes.
  • To enter, register with paper or online (link coming soon!) by 11:59 pm November 4, 2022.
  • Photos must be submitted by 11:59 pm November 27, 2022.
  • One contest entry permitted per individual.
  • Winners will be announced on November 30, 2022.

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Bucks for Backpacks Raffle

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Tickets are now on sale for the Bucks for Backpacks Raffle! It is a $20,000 cash raffle, and one out of every ten playing will win a cash prize. Tickets are $100 each and supplies are limited!

Cash Prizes:

  • 1st Place – $8,000
  • 2nd Place – $4,000
  • 3rd Place – $2,000
  • 2 Winners – $500
  • 15 Winners – $200
  • 20 Winners – $100

Call or text (218) 295-2424 or email elizabeth@unitedwaynemn.org to get your Bucks for Backpacks Raffle ticket(s)! This event helps support United Way of Northeast Minnesota’s Buddy Backpacks program and all ticket proceeds purchase food for local children at risk of hunger through their Buddy Backpacks program. Once you get your tickets, plan to join us at 6pm December 1st at the Sawmill Saloon Restaurant to find out if you’re a winner! Enjoy the free appetizers and side raffles while you’re there!

UWNEMN’s Buddy Backpacks program provides food-insecure children from across our service territory with nutritious, nonperishable meal kits on weekends. More than 35,000 weekend meal kits will be distributed to 1,000 children this school year thanks to your support!

If you would like to learn more about United Way of Northeast Minnesota, their programs or more about the Buddy Backpacks program visit them at their website!

 

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Chisholm Bond Referendum Presentation

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Stop in to Valentini’s Super Club on October 24th at 6PM for the ISD 695 Chisholm Bond Referendum Presentation concerning costs and consolidation! Presented by the Referendum “Yes” Committee.

The ISD 695 Chisholm Bond Referendum Presentation will answer questions you may have such as: 

  • What is included in the $32 million referendum?
  • How does this affect tax payers?
  • What would be the financial impacts of consolidation?

The presentation will be by Michael Hoheisel who joined Baird in 2014 and has over 40 years of public finance expertise. He understands serving as your financial partner requires not only a complete and detailed understanding of your goals and priorities but the expertise and resources to tailor financing solutions that are both comprehensive and long term.

His primary focus over the last decade is providing financial services to school districts in the upper Midwest, specifically in Minnesota and South Dakota. In addition, he has assisted clients across the nation with their particular financing needs. Hoheisel is affiliated with the Minnesota School Boards Association, the Minnesota Association of School Administrators, the Minnesota Association of School Business Officials and the Minnesota Rural Education Association. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Management and Finance from St. John’s University.

 

There will also be two other meetings taking place on Thursday, October 20th at The Balkan Community Center at 6PM & Tuesday, November 1st at Tom & Jerry’s Bar at 6PM. These presentations will be held by Superintendent Adrian Norman and are also opportune times to further learn more about what the Referendum is, what consolidation would mean for Chisholm, and why the issue is important for all Chisholm residents.

Please come out and be prepared to make an informed vote in November. We will also try to film meetings in order to provide the information to those who won’t be able to attend, but if you are able these will be important meetings to listen in on as well as have your questions answered.

 

Visit the Bluestreak Pride page for more info!

 

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Halloween Trunk or Treat

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Dress up your little ghouls and join KIDS PLUS on Sunday October 30th 2022 for the annual Halloween Trunk or Treat event being held in the fenced in lot at Chisholm High School. Games, Prizes, and Candy Galore! 1pm-3pm.

This event made possible with help from 30 West, United Way of NE MN, Chisholm PD, Voice in Prevention, Chisholm Fire Department, Chisholm Kiwanis, Chisholm Ambulance, & Chisholm School Groups.

We hope to see everyone out and dressed up in some awesome costumes for Halloween Trunk or Treat, a fun & safe community event for candy GALORE and so much more! On October 30th Chisholm Highschool will be the spookiest spot on The Range and you absolutely won’t want to miss out! And feel free to show off your costumes as well, because Halloween is NOT just for kids (we adults fell in love with the holiday first!) 

 

With any questions feel free to reach out to KIDS PLUS and start getting your costumes ready for a community celebration of all things spooky, scary, fun, and uniquely festive! (And make sure to make extra room for candy! There’s nothing sweeter than Halloween!) 

To RSVP use the link HERE to visit the FB page!

 

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Side Lake Fall Festival

Side Lake Fall Festival

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Side Lake Fall Festival set for Saturday October 15th! Crisp air and the gorgeous autumn colors have arrived!  Enjoy a family fun event at the Side Lake Community Center on Saturday October 15th from 1:00pm – 4:00pm. The Fall Festival and Costume Party is free to attend and all are welcome. 

Free hot dogs, hamburgers, snacks and drinks will be available while supplies last. Sit by the fire and take in the live music with a cup of hot cider while the kids visit animals from Cook’s Country Connection. 

Event planners Julie Marinucci and Talia Sandys agree, “Side Lake is stunning in the Fall – we invite everyone to share our community and enjoy a beautiful day outdoors with excitement for kids of all ages!”

The Side Lake Fall Festival activities also include archery, pumpkin decorating, crafts, games and prizes. The first 100 kids will take home a pumpkin, as well.

Committee Chair Judy Kelly adds, “This is our last of five community events this year. We had tremendous support from the township, community and sponsors and as a result were able to put together events for every season at the lake.”

Visit them at their website to see more as well as updates!

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New Member Martin Motors

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We would like to welcome Chisholm Chamber’s New Member, Martin Motors!

Martin Motors is a Used Car Dealership located in Grand Rapids, MN that offers repair and service. With years of industry experience, they have become familiar with certain makes and models and determining which ones tend to be built to last. Although they can help you find anything your heart desires, they specialize in trucks/suv’s, economical/budget cars, and sports/muscle cars.

Martin Motors, Inc. offers a great selection of reliable, used vehicles from many of the leading auto brands. Their knowledgeable sales team can answer your questions as well as provide a vehicle history report to help you buy with confidence. They invite you to stop by the lot today and let them connect you with a great vehicle.

If you’ve been struggling to get financing on your next vehicle, Martin Motors, Inc. will go to work for you. They specialize in financing customers with imperfect or no credit histories and are focused on helping you repair or rebuild your credit while putting you in a reliable, newer model vehicle.

Once again, to Chisholm Chamber’s New Member Martin Motors, Inc., we’re happy to have you here in Chisholm!

Visit their website to see what vehicles they currently have available or to grab a quote!

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