One of you will be the murderer but before we get to that, can you believe April is almost over? Two more weeks and we'll be basking in the sunlight and planning all the fun events possible. I'll be worrying about snakes in my yard because every year, there just has to be a snake here or there.
Before you dive right in, I'd like to highlight a couple of things we have going on.
One, the business directory! If you're a business owner, be sure to add your business to our directory today.
Two, the flavor guide, that is, our restaurant guide for Sioux Falls. The city has a lot of great flavors and our guide gives you the 411 on some of the hottest spots and hidden gems in the area. There's a flavor for everyone inside the flavor guide.
The next Dinner Club is set, and there is a seat for you to mingle, meet new people, and maybe even make a friend or two!
On the 14th, we'll have our ATSF Dinner Club and then on the 28th, we have cooked up something super special - ATSF Murder Mystery Dinner.
This dinner will be themed in the 80s, so come dressed in your rad blast from the past attire. Will you be a victim? An accomplice? Or perhaps, you will be the murderer...
Book your seat for the 14th (ATSF Dinner Club) or the 28th (Murder Mystery Dinner Club), and spend your evening making meaningful connections.
Few more days until the Cliff Avenue Greenhouse Annual Garden Party! If you're looking for an evening of fun, making new friends, and learning about plants and gardening especially as the weather warms up, be sure to stop by on Thursday! The party begins at 5pm and ends at 8pm.
What's waiting for you at the Annual Garden Party:
🌸 Special discounts on gourmet food, strawberry, rhubarb, herbs, pansies, onions, and asparagus plants, Sol Soils, and succulents. One evening only.
🌸 Giveaways every 30 minutes. Stay a while. You might just leave with more than you came with.
🌸 Refreshments and gourmet food samples all night long, because an empty glass and an empty stomach are not on the guest list.
🌸 Sip while you shop. Honestly, the only way to do it.
Blossoming soon, and full of wonder. One of the most iconic parks in Sioux Falls is Terrace Park. This park has been in the Sioux Falls history books for years. The start of the build began in 1917, and ideas driven by local community members shaped the park we know today throughout several years.
Seven years ago, before I officially lived in Sioux Falls, I was visiting Emma, my then girlfriend, and now my wife and other half of ATSF. She had always wanted to go on a picnic, and she thought the Japanese Gardens was the perfect spot. I remember thinking one thing: "This is actually quite peaceful. It still is.
The gardens were originally created in the late 1920s by a park caretaker named Joe Maddox who studied Japanese landscape design and believed the style would bring something beautiful and different to Terrace Park. He was right.
Pagodas, koi, lanterns, a pond, waterfalls, and over 200 trees line the path to Covell Lake.
It is completely free, almost always quiet, and genuinely transportive in a way that is hard to explain until you are standing in it.
The stunning Cherry Blossom Trees bloom here in May, and that is your chance to experience the magic in person, so mark your calendars!
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Blue Sky Veg: That tomato you bought last week? Picked months ago. Shipped hundreds of miles. Gassed to fake ripeness.
Blue Sky Farm Share fixes that. Love vegetables? Want to create healthier habits? Like supporting local? Every week, real farmers grow, harvest, and pack your choice of fresh veggies grown just outside of Sioux Falls. You choose exactly what goes in your box. No mystery. No waste. Starts at just $20 a week. One member said the freshness "blows grocery store produce out of the water." Learn more and sign up: blueskyveg.com
Hartford Farmers Market:The Downtown Hartford Market is one of the most desired farmers markets in the area. They limit booths to only hand-made and home-grown products, meaning you aren't going to run into any sales booths. It is an interactive market, filled with activities for the kids, live music, food trucks, and so much fun! Mark your calendar for the first market on May 28th! BeeBop Junk Removal: Got an old mattress you can't get rid of? Appliances taking up half your garage? A yard situation that's gotten a little out of hand? Give BeeBop a call! They handle everything from big hoarder cleanouts to recycling hauls and yard waste, basically anything you've been putting off because you didn't know who to call.
Jonny Shoberg: Sioux Falls has a magician. His name is Jonny Shoberg. He performs at corporate events, private parties, breweries. People who book him tend to book him again. Got an event coming up? Check him out!
Rummaging in Sioux Falls This Week:
The weather is getting warmer, and rummage sales are starting to pop up around town! Rummaging is fun because you never know what you are going to find, and typically, for a much cheaper price than you will find anywhere else! I have done some digging and found a few Rummages that will be popping up around town this week!
Reply to this email with the word, "Rummage" if you would benefit from an interactive map of garage/rummage sales that pop up over the summer!
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The paw-parazzi is here! Submit your pets' picture for a chance to be featured as, "Pet Of The Week" and A $20 Gift Card to Sew Doggy Boutique!!
🐾 Help Local Animals - While you are making your monthly purchase on Amazon, check out the Sioux Falls Humane Society Wish List! These are all items that pay a role in caring for animals at the shelter, consider adding a few items to your cart, and make a huge difference!
🏠 House Hunt
This home has beautiful outdoor rock scaping with modern touches on the inside. Sitting at 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with a patio area out back, this house is a whole lot to love under $330K.
❤️ Give Back - Here is a fun opportunity to put yourself in someone else's shoes! Midwest Street Medicine is hosting, "Escape the Street" a social escape room challenge where you solve real life problems, and shed light on lived experiences of unhoused population in the Sioux Falls community. Cash prizes for winning teams! 🎫MOURNING LIGHT: GRIEVING MOTHER'S DAY LUNCH: A lunch for women walking through infertility, pregnancy or infant loss, child loss, or the complex and unexpected paths of motherhood. It can feel like a day that wasn't made for you, and you shouldn't carry that alone. Sunday May 3rd, 12:30pm-2:30pm Register for the Mother's Day lunch by 26th of April to grab your seat.
UNSCRAMBLE ME 🧠 This week's scramble (2 Words) : EORLAKNAELRI
Reply to this email with your answer and name for a chance to win an ATSF Crew Card.
Last week's answer: Sherman Park Giveaway winner is: Heather Baginski
Venture into the greenhouse and surround yourself with stunning greenery. Shop and enjoy exclusive discounts. Grab a drink fused with herbs and learn with live demonstrations. This is a FREE Event.
Beyond the Books Gala| April 24th A time to celebrate the stories that inspire us, the authors who craft them, and the experiences that bring them to life. It's not just about the books; it's about the experience.
Craft and Vendor Fair| April 25th Crafty day filled with vendors benefiting children and youth summer camp!
CHAIRity Gala| April 28th Hosted by the Furniture Mission at the Sioux Falls Convention Center, all funds raised during the event will go directly towards the Furniture Mission’s aim to provide gently used furniture to those in need.
Grieves| April 25th Grieves toured globally, sharing the stage with a plethora of influential artists such as Atmosphere, Macklemore, and T-Pain, and now he will be live at Biggs Bar!
Free Punk Show| April 26th After 18 months of trying, The Den finally got Omaha's River City Rejects play a Sunday! It time to get P(dr)unk! Local troublemakers The Grave Itself and Shurr Jr joining in The Den's version of Sunday Funday!
Simply Travis| April 30th Relaxed vibes, smooth tunes, and the kind of night that pairs perfectly with a drink in hand. The Barrel House hosts live music starting at 7pm!
Amy Ellsworth | April 30th Playing classic hits with an evening of live music with a great environment at kRavN.
Sporting Events:
Make a Wish 5K| April 25th Second annual 5k with Augustana University in partnership with Make-A-Wish Foundation to help make a child’s wish blossom to life. Take a loop around the campus for a cause.
Martial Arts Open| April 25th Over the years, this event has grown to be one of the largest tournaments in the region. Events this year include Grappling, Sparring, Traditional Forms, Creative Forms, Weapons Forms, Sport Jujitsu, and Padded Sword
Downtown Throwdown Boxing| April 25th Vargas Boxing is hosting an exciting night of boxing featuring competitors from throughout the Midwest. Expect high-energy matchups, a great crowd, and nonstop action.
Paranormal Cirque Inferno| April 24th Under this Clown Castle, the black and red big top tent, Acrobats of the Air, Illusionists, freaks, mysterious creatures and all the elements that make one think of a "normal" Circus but that of normal has very little!
Glow Night| April 24th Terror 29 is transformed into a black light nightmare! Step inside a hauntingly reimagined world where every corner glows, shadows twist, and fear takes on a whole new dimension.
Pancake Feed| April 25th Pancakes will be served by Chris Cakes, and there will be a bouncy house for the kids provided by Ace Hardware. Bring your family to enjoy the morning with community, all for Free will donation.
Adult Prom| April 25th Break out the old prom dress, the tux that barely fits, or whatever counts as formal after a few beers. There is no curfew, no chaperones. Just dancing, drinks, and the chance to be crowned Prom King or Queen of Questionable Life Choices.
Power Tool Ladies Night| April 26th Shay's Handyman Services will be hosting an event to teach all the ladies out there about finding studs, and hanging dry wall anchors, changing tires, fixing a running toilet, and learning how to use a fire extinguisher.
Comedy Contest| April 29thLucky's hosts a monthly standup comedy contest, and it is a great opportunity to welcome newcomers to comedy. Winners get a trophy!
Earth Day Celebrations:
Earth and Arbor Day Festival| April 24th An evening filled with trees, nature, and hands-on fun for all ages. Plant, play, explore, and learn as a celebration for Earth Day and Arbor Day join together. From crafty creations to outdoor adventures, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Earth Day Trail Clean Up| April 25th Celebrate Earth Day with FAST by giving back to the trails we all enjoy. Head to Leaders Park for a morning of trail cleanup as we come together to keep our local riding and hiking areas in great shape.
Party for the Planet| April 25th A community event focused on coming together to care for our local environment and create healthier habitats. This event will be filled with family fun activities.
Plants and Pollinators| August 29th Learn all about Spring's plants and pollinators. This class will include a variety of activities including a nature hike and decorating your own flowerpot to be used to plant wildflower seeds
