Hope you enjoyed your long weekend. Ours was full of extra rest and adventures with the kiddos, which is about as good as it gets.
Last week, I launched ATSF Play. A big round of applause to our very first leaderboard stars: Abi, Emelye, Kim, Clara, Lori and Hondasmom. Special cheers to Lori, who claimed the top spot in Scrambleπ
β Think you can knock her off the throne? Your seat at the game table is waiting. Play here.
Enjoy this issue and go make some memories in Sioux Falls this week. β ~ Godwin
From the desk of All Things Sioux Falls
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There are 13 seats of 30 seats left for Behind the Mask, happening on the 30th of October. If you haven't booked your seats yet, consider these facts
You don't need any acting experience to participate.
You get your character ahead of time, about a week before the dinner so you can read it, keep your secrets, and show up ready, immersed in your character.
You can come solo, as a couple, or with a group. Plenty of guests arrive knowing no one. That's half the fun.
58 years ago this October, the Western Mall opened its first doors, widely considered South Dakota's very first mall. Back then, it sat surrounded by cornfields, near the spot where Sioux Falls' first airport once stood and where a young Joe Foss learned to fly in the 1930s. β Montgomery Ward got a headstart on October 3, but the mall's official opening day was Halloween, October 31, 1968, when seven new shops opened their doors. β Today, it's still going strong, complete with a loyal crew of mall walkers. β Did you shop at Western Mall back in the day? What was your favorite spot?
THE SKY - Partly cloudy today with a high of 54Β°. It's foggy as well, so please drive safely to work. β
SUNSET - The sun will set at 6:47pm. We're getting closer to that extra hour of extra sleep. β
AT THE FALLS - I saw an older gentleman and his dog at river, picking up trash. Thank you, kind man, for your awesomeness.
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AROUND TOWN - If you own an art business, David Higgins is giving a talk today on how you can save money on your small business. This series is called "Artist Speaker Series: Tax Savvy for Small Business" β *RAPID Pain and Performance on 41st is offering neurofascial reset, and you can get $15 off RAPID when you mention All Things Sioux Falls. If you have any body pain thatβs been holding you back from doing the things you want to do, then you ought to book a session today.*
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SPOTTED - If you love writing like I do, check out the Writer's Study happening at Full Circle Book Co-Op tonight. It happens every Tuesday at 6pm.
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βCREW SPOTLIGHT - β€οΈKimβ€οΈ Here's what she had to say about Sioux Falls: "Our library system offers numerous free resources and things to do. They host authors to speak, have book clubs to join, do classes on various subjects, provide free audible books, free movies and free TV (Kanopy)"
βThe Women's Circle: Paint your silhouette and turn it into a surrealist landscape in this guided class happening on Saturday October 24th!
βRapid Pain and Performance:When was the last time you got up off the floor without making a sound effect? If it's been a while, know that it's fixable. Rapid Pain and Performance right here in Sioux Falls uses RAPID NeuroFascial Reset to help your body finally let go of it. Jessica has been working to heal clients for almost 15 years.
Your first Rapid session is $15 off when you mention All Things Sioux Falls. Book before you have to explain to your kids why you're crawling to the couch again.
Quick Question: where did the last spinach you bought in February come from? Odds are about 1,500 miles away.
Blue Sky Veg has a better idea. Their Winter Share brings local, nutrient-dense food to your door 7 times this winter: twice in December, January, and February, and once in March.
The best part? You pick what's in every box. Fresh winter greens like kale, spinach, and micro greens. Storage crops like potatoes, squash, sweet potatoes, beets, and carrots. Frozen summer veggie blends and farm-canned goods too.
A big thank you to our sponsors for keeping this newsletter free for the community π Want your business in front of 8,000+ crew member? Become a sponsor. atsf@allthingssiouxfalls.comβ
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On a Journey To Find The Best Chicken Wings In Sioux Falls
The journey continues. Thank to everyone that shared the restaurants I ought to check out. I am going to be full this week.
Is there a restaurant with the best wings I should try out? If so, reply to this email with your top restaurants and I'll check it out this week. β So far, I have Taphouse, Totally Rad, Squealers, Hook and Ladder, Ranch and Roost down and will be trying new ones this week.
The top 10 will be shared in the first issue of November. Until then, say a little prayer for my stomach. Trying out a new place today!
"Margo is curious, confident, playful, and a professional lounger once sheβs gotten her energy out for the day."
The paw-parazzi is here! Submit βyour pet's picture for a chance to be featured as "Pet Of The Week" and win a $20.00 Gift Card to Sew Doggy Boutique
πΎ Adopt a Pet - Ducky is available for adoption at Almost Home Canine Rescue. He loves roughhousing with his littermates and would fit right into a home with other cats. If youβre ready for a playful, people-loving sidekick, Duckyβs your guy.
*Did you adopt an animal you saw through this newsletter? Let us know your story and we will send you a special thank you for helping local pets!
π House Hunt:
If you crave backyard space, youβll love the backyard of this home. 5 bedrooms - 3 bathrooms with a beautiful basement.
β€οΈ Give Back - If you love volunteering, check out The Outdoor Campus. Through volunteering you also get the opportunity to meet new people with similar interests, share your love of the outdoors with others and participate in great experiences.
We only team with folks we'd probably tell our friends about. If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear what you're dreaming up. Features, collaborations, and wild ideas: bring them all.
Halloween Guided Painting Class β βOCTOBER 21st 6:30-8:30PMβ ββ βJust $30 gets you a two hour - custom painting experience with all materials included. βLearn linework, contrast, and think outside of the box.
Spooky Pumpkin Patch Painting β βOCTOBER 22nd 6:00-8:30PMβ ββ βGet your spooky on at everyone's favorite local dive bar. All supplies are included, and you will get a DRINK on the house! β
βHaunted Tour Bus | October 13th Take a tour through the haunting stories of Sioux Falls history in this guided tour with the Old Courthouse Museum.
βParanormal Activity Discussion | October 14th Watch the Paranormal Activity movie and then walk through the State Theatre with spirit detecting equipment and discover a side of Sioux Falls you didn't know existed.
βZooBoo |October 15th-18th Explore the entire Great Plains Zoo campus with free-flowing trick-or-treat stations, unique decorations, and plenty of photo-ops.
βBrewHaha | October 15th Enjoy beer and wine tasting, a dinner and silent auction. After enjoy 5 local comedians that will make you HAHA.
βHalloween Party with Reptiles | October 18th The Sioux Falls Herpetological Society is putting together a Halloween bash filled with costumes and reptiles, check it out!
βTrunk or Treat | October 20th The Western Mall hosts their annual Trunk or Treat event. Take the kids out for an early test run in their costumes, and stock up on candy to hand out later, parents ;)
Expos:
βFree Home Expo | October 14th Meet with tons of local contractors, services, realtors, and everything home! Get exclusive discounts and go home with a ton of goodies for around the house.
βNovel Lattes Book Festival | October 16th Check out local authors, participate in the coloring contest, and indulge in some awesome treats and coffee. The first 25 guests will receive a free swag bag with goodies and coupons!
βThrift and Art Market | October 17th If you love thrift finds, you are going to want to check this event out. Vintage clothing and furniture, housewares and handmade items. Vintage denim and kids toys, you really can't go wrong.
βHealth Connection Festival | October 17th This annual event is the perfect opportunity for families to learn about health and safety, and be connected with local resources.
Take A Break And Test Your Sioux Falls Knowledge With These Games Brought To You By All Things Sioux Falls!
Two weeks ago, while reading WSJ, The Washington Post, amongst other newsletters, I got the idea to create some games, so dove into it this week, and created 4 new games I think you might enjoy. β
ππ₯Leaderboard Statsπ₯π
Abi, Emelye, Kim, Clara, Lori and Hondasmom. Special cheers to Lori, who claimed the top spot in Scrambleπ
β With love, Godwin and Emma β p.s. If you are putting on an event or come across an event someone would love, submit the event through the ATSF event formβ β