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W elcom e W atertow n NO W 1 Table of Contents Area Attractions ...... 3-13 • Bramble Park Zoo • Terry Redlin Environmental Center • Watertown Family Aquatic Center • Recreational Opportunties SM The Best Value Under the Sun • Lake Kampeska 2900 9th Ave . SE • Watertown, SD 57201 • Fishing & Boating (605) 886-3500 • Watertown Shooting Complex FAX (605) 886-0820 • 1-800-329-7466 • Hunting & Fishing watertowndigm@gmail .com • Mellette House • Joy Ranch Located 1/2 mile west of Terry Redlin Art Center The Redlin Art Center ...... 14-22 • Complete Renovation • A Lasting Lagacy • Free High Speed Wireless Internet • Thanks for the Memories • Free Deluxe Breakfast • Milestones • Indoor Pool/Spa • Terry Redlin Conservation Park • Exclusive Shops • Beautiful Painting Tells a Sad Story

— Since 2008 — • Redlin’s Paintings Inspired by Local Sites • Main Floor Gallery Map • Second Floor Gallery Map • Lower Level Gallery Map Days Inn and Country Inn & Suites • Terry Redlin Pays Tribute “An American Portrait” Watertown Artwalk ...... 23 What’s Brewing in Watertown ...... 25 15% OFF Historic Downtown Watertown ...... 26-31 • Shop & Dine In — Based on Availability — • A Downtown Ghost Story • Historic Downtown Watertown Renaissance ◆ Free Hot Continental Breakfast • Goss Opera House and Gallery ◆ Indoor Pool/Whirlpool ◆ Exercise Room • Codington County Heritage Museum ◆ Free Wireless & High Speed Internet Access St. Patrick’s Day Celebration ...... 38 Coupon must be mentioned at the time of booking. Accomodations ...... 32-33 Discount will not be given after guest has checked in. No other discounts apply. Expires April 30, 2021 City Map of Watertown ...... 34-35 Dining/Bar & Grill/Coffee Houses ...... 36-37 Arts are Alive and Well ...... 39 605-886-8900 Holiday Lighted Parade/Winter Wonderland . . . . 40 1-800-456-4000 Mother of God Monastery ...... 41 Lake Area Technical Institute ...... 43 Jct. I-29 & Highway 212 Watertown, SD Health Care Services ...... 44-45 Across from Redlin Art Center Emergency Siren Locations ...... 46 www.countryinns.com/watertownsd Veterans Memorial ...... 47 www.facebook.com/countryinnwatertown Fishing & Hunting License Information ...... 48 Golfers - Available Greens ...... 49 Real Estate Guide ...... 52-53 City Parks & Recreation ...... 54 Library ...... 55 Why Watertown? ...... 56-57 Prairie Lakes Wellness Center ...... 59 Relocation ...... 60-67 Calendar of Events ...... 68

On the cover – “Sundown” by Terry Redlin The farmer has chosen a spectacular location high on a jagged point of land. It not only offers a grand panorama of the surrounding country, but a vantage point from which to watch the migrating waterfowl. At sundown he is rewarded by a close-up of giant Canadas as they pass a few feet overhead.

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• Home to more than 800 animals representing 150 different species from around the world. • Interact with the animals at the KidZoo petting zoo • Aquariums • Big Cats • Bears • Monkeys • Otters • Wolves • Camels Summer • Kangaroos Hours • Sloth 10 am to 7 pm Winter Hours 10 am to 4 pm

BRAMBLE PARK ZOO “Come Closer” to the best zoo in the area and get up-close and personal with the animals. View the new Linnaeus’s two-toed sloth Linus! Explore the Zoo and watch the otters play in their Ottertown Exhibit and then take your turn playing in the KidZoo Complex, all while connecting with nature. All facilities are handicap accessible and the zoo has concessions, a gift shop, picnic areas and many playgrounds such as Dino Park. Be sure to catch a Keeper Talk (Friday-Sunday) or a Bear Feeding (daily) Memorial Day through Labor Day. The Zoo offers special guided tours or Animal Encounters for groups booked in ad- vance and multi-purpose rooms to reserve for your next event. You can even celebrate BRAMBLE PARK ZOO North Highway 20 your birthday at the Bramble Park Zoo with a Wild Birthday Party Package. Want to get a Watertown, SD closer look at the Zoo? Schedule a VIP: Behind the Scenes Tour or Sloth Encounter! 605-882-6269 brambleparkzoo.com https://www.facebook.com/BPZandLAZS

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at Bramble Environmental Center Park Zoo

The Terry Redlin Environmental Center (TREC), attached to the Bramble Park Zoo, includes: local interactive displays, native South Dakota fish, and aquatic wildlife displays. This facility also houses the Upper Big Sioux River Watershed Project. • 10 large aquariums • Tropical fishes such as giant gourami, pacu and piranha • Native South Dakota fishes • Giant alligator snapping turtle • Native turtles and frogs • Interactive glacial formation exhibit Upper Big • Interactive watershed exhibit Sioux River Watershed • Interactive tall grass prairie display Project • Interactive wetland display • Rent the classroom for your next social event

BRAMBLE PARK ZOO • TERRY REDLIN ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER • UPPER BIG SIOUX RIVER WATERSHED PROJECT North Hwy. 20 • Watertown, SD • 605-882-6269 • brambleparkzoo.com

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Watertown Family Aquatic Center

Location: U .S . H ighw ay 212 and 3rd S t. SW Phone: (605) 882-6267 The Watertown Family Aquatic Center Email: jhem iller@ w atertow nsd.us • watertownparkandrec.com features a bath house with concessions, family change rooms and a three pool POOL HOURS complex including a main pool with zero depth

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY entry, lap area, floatable, 3/4 meter diving board, drop slide, water walk, frog slide, in-water 9:00 a.m. Lessons – 9:00 to 12:30 p.m. – Monday-Friday playground and four additional interactive play CLOSED 10:00 a.m. Adventure Small Group Adventure Small Group Adventure features that are guaranteed to get you wet. CLOSED Open Swim Rentals Open Rentals Open Swim Take a leisurely float down our 550 foot Lazy 11:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Swim 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Water Fitness River on a single tube, or float with a friend on to 12:00 noon to 12:00 noon 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon to 12:00 noon 11:00 a.m. 12:00 noon to 12:00 noon to 12:30 pm the double tubes. But be careful - the Overhead Tumble-Buckets and the River Falls feature are 1:00 p.m. ready to douse you with water when you least 2:00 p.m. expect it! For all the little wee-waders, we have a special 3:00 p.m. Daily Open Swim – 1:00 to 7:00 p.m. place built just for you. The completely zero-depth entry Adventure Pool boasts four interactive play 4:00 p.m. features to keep the young ones wet and wild all 5:00 p.m. day. The maximum depth is only 18” to ensure the 6:00 p.m. safety of the little ones. Still want more? Cruise on over to the beach-like Sand Play Area, where 7:00 p.m. Full Facility Full Facility Lessons – Monday-Friday you will find play structures, water, buckets and Rental anywhere from Rental 8:00 p.m. 7:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. to shovels to create wonderful castles and more. 9:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. to 11:55 a.m. and 7:15 to 8:40 p.m. 9:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. For those who are craving the true thrill of water, speed down one of our three slides: fly USAGE FEES Open Swim – Unlimited usage of Waterslides and down the Open Flume Body Slide, try the heart Lazy River including tubes. All patrons entering pounding Totally Enclosed Flume Slide, or start the Aquatic Center will pay usage fees. No outside food or beverage allowed to be brought into pool area. your Lazy River trip with a ride down our Tube SESSION Individual (all ages): $7.00 Slide. Waterslide riders must be at least 48” tall. SEASON Individual (all ages): $70.00 No matter what level of fun you are looking Family: $185.00 Complete list of facility rules can for, you will find it at the Aquatic Center. It is truly be seen at the Aquatic Center. TICKETS (transferable): 10 For $60.00 focused on being a family experience that you will want to relive over and over.

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watertownparkandrec.com Recreation opportunities abound in Watertown. ummer is just around the corner. That means More junior and/or Teener baseball is CAMPING S– despite anyone’s claim that he or she is played at Foundation Fields. Neighborhood Campers can enjoy lake views from the bored and there is nothing to do — there are parks such as Belmont, Harper, Highland, modern campgrounds at Stokes-Thomas City myriad activities to keep one busy throughout Morningside, Lincoln, Diamondball and Park, Memorial Park, Sandy Shores and Pelican most of the year . Whether you like to spend your Fourth Avenue also include ball diamonds. Lake Recreation Area. Several other state free time participating in sports and recreational Premier Softball Complex, which is a five field parks in the region maintain campgrounds as activities or prefer to watch the action from softball complex, adjacent to the Anza Soccer well. the sidelines, there are plenty of recreational Complex in SE Watertown. CYCLING opportunities in Watertown. BASKETBALL The wide range of activities include baseball or Bicyclists are welcome to use the public bike softball, basketball, bicycling, boating, camping, Basketball players can take to the court either trail, which runs along the Big Sioux River car racing, fishing, golfing, gymnastics, hockey, indoors or outdoors. The City Auditorium from 4th Ave. SW to Highway 20 and out to ice skating, rollerblading, skateboarding, soccer, and Prairie Lakes Wellness Center offer open and around Lake Kampeska. The trail is also swimming, sand volleyball, tennis, walking and gym at various times throughout the day. The open to rollerbladers and skateboarders. running. Horse shows and rodeos are also held Watertown Boys and Girls Club also includes DISC GOLF throughout the summer months at the Derby indoor courts. An 18-hole Slumberland Disc Golf Course, Downs Arena. Outdoor hoops are available at Harper, located near the Kiddie Ponds, is free to the Many of the facilities open for public use fall Highland, Mallard Cove, Morningside, Nelson, public. under the jurisdiction of the Watertown Parks, Northridge, Pelican View and Stokes Thomas- Recreation and Forestry Department (605) 882- City Park as well as every elementary school Jackson Crossing Disc Golf Couse has nine 6260. watertownparkandrec.com in Watertown. challenging holes located along side Lake Privately-owned facilities are available Kampeska at Jackson Park (250 S. Lake Drive). for miniature golf, go-kart racing, golfing, BOATING CHEER AND DANCE gymnastics and roller skating. Boaters can do their thing at either Lake Kampeska or Lake Pelican. Launch facilities Contact Rising Star Athletics 605-237-1733 for BASEBALL for Lake Kampeska are located at Stokes- cheer and dance or Living Art Dance Studio Baseball/softball fans can take in a game at a Thomas City Park, Memorial Park and Jackson 605-380-1908. number of places. American Legion and VFW Park. Pelican Park has a launch facility for Lake FISHING Teener teams play almost daily at Watertown Pelican. Fishing opportunities are also available at both Stadium in west Watertown. lakes. You can also make a big catch at the BOWLING Located in the same vicinity is Koch Complex, Kiddie Pond near the Bramble Park Zoo, the which offers youth baseball games as well as Bowlers can participate in league or open Lions Club Park pond near the railroad tracks men’s and women’s slowpitch and fastpitch bowling at Tommy’s Lanes (886-2727) in on Third Avenue Northwest and also along the softball, Junior Olympic youth slowpitch Watertown. Big Sioux River. softball and girls fastpitch softball.

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GOLF SKATING VOLLEYBALL For golfers, the Cattail Crossing Golf Course The Park & Rec Department operates and Sand volleyball players can test their skills (882-6262) is a 27-hole course open to the maintains a NEW skate park facility located at various sites — Lincoln Park, McKinley/ public. at 314 21st St. SW. The purpose of this facility Riverside Park near the Big Sioux River or at Stokes-Thomas City Park. The Prairie Winds Golf Club (886-3554) is a semi- is for the enjoyment of skateboarding, in-line private 18-hole course. Both courses are located skating, scooters and BMX bikes. on South Lake Drive near Lake Kampeska. The facility is available for all ages and skill abilities. Bike/Fitness Trail GYMNASTICS Gymnastics training is available at Dakota Gold For those who’d rather spend their skating Academy (886-7530). time on the ice, the winter months bring that opportunity. HORSESHOES The Maas Indoor Ice Arena (882-6260) is open Horseshoe throwers are welcome to use from November through March with hockey available facilities at the Bramble Park Zoo, and figure skating times available. Outdoor ice McKinley Park and Stokes-Thomas City Park. skating rinks are located at Diamondball Park, Morningside Park, and by Lake Area Tech. PICKLEBALL Nelson Park has 3 outdoor courts and there is SWIMMING indoor pickleball at the Prairie Lakes Wellness Swimmers can enjoy their fun at either of the Besides the 30 miles of trail from the east side of Center. city’s two lakes, the indoor pool at Prairie Lakes town and the Redlin Art Center to around Lake Wellness Center (882-6250), or the outdoor RACING Kampeska, two “loops” comprise an additional water park at the Watertown Family Aquatic Racing fans can either watch the regular Sunday .79 miles through Bramble Park Zoo and the Center (882-6267). night racing program at Casino Speedway (882- Jack & Esther McLaughlin Wildlife Sanctuary. 2855) or tackle some go-kart racing at Thunder TENNIS Residents who live near the trails at the lake and Road amusement park in Watertown. Thunder Outdoor tennis courts are available at Belmont in the city properly use it for daily walks and it’s Road (882-6959) also offers miniature golf. and Highland. Belmont has lights for night play, a favorite spot for joggers and runners to get and both Highland and Belmont feature new RODEO their daily workouts in. Roller blading seems surfaces. Many activities are scheduled for horse and/ to be coming back too and yet another way to enjoy our trail system. or rodeo fans during the summer months at TRACK AND FIELD the Derby Downs Arena/Bob Kirby Arena (882- Allen Mitchell Field, located in northeast Three “trailhead” signs that show the entire trail 6260). Watertown between the High School and system and key spots along its way. Those three Intermediate school, offers an all-weather SOCCER trailhead signs are located at the Redlin Art track facility for walkers or joggers. No vehicles Soccer enthusiasts can take in a youth boys or Center, the Zoo and at Stokes-Thomas City Park or dogs are allowed. Indoor walking areas are girls game almost daily in the fall and spring at on Lake Kampeska. also available at the City Auditorium, Prairie the Anza Soccer Complex. Lakes Wellness Center and the Park and Rec BIKE TRAIL MAP Fieldhouse. on pages 34 & 35

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Stokes-Thomas Lake City Park Watertown Park and Rec maintains City Park, located just off U.S. Highway 20 on Lake Kampeska. The park offers many amenities, all supervised by a full-time manager. Memorial Park Codington County maintains and operates Memorial Park, located on RECREATION • BOATING the northwest shore of Lake Kampeska. The park is a popular spot for all sorts of activity. CAMPING • FISHING Sandy Shore Recreation Area Sandy Shore Recreation Area, situated on the banks of Lake Kampeska, SWIMIMING offers a long, sandy beach along a 5,000-acre lake. Both are ready for all kinds of activity: camping, fishing, water sports and more. Pelican Lake Recreation Area CAMPING! CAMPING! CAMPING! Located nine miles southwest of Watertown off of U.S. Highway 212, Pelican Lake Recreation Area offers a wide variety of activities, no matter STOKES-THOMAS what the season. The park is situated on the shores of a 2800-acre lake and offers summer visitors boating, fishing, swimming and camping LAKE CITY PARK opportunities. Open May-October

— 72 Modern Camp Sites — (See map on pages 34-35) 90 South Lake Drive • Watertown, SD 57201

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Glad you could “Drop” into Watertown, I hope you enjoy your stay. DOWNTOWN While you are here, please remember to do your part to

protect our local water resources. Memorial Park (605) 882-6290 • 94 Pads Remember, only rain & Tent Sites down the drain! • Boat launch • Swimming Codington County • Concessions • Groomed hiking trail Stokes-Thomas Pelican Lake • Archery range City Park Memorial Park Recreation Area • Comfort station (605) 882-6264 1200 North Lake Drive • Watertown, SD 57201 1-800-710-2267 • 72 Campsites www.codington.org/memorial-park Sandy Shore • 76 Campsites Recreation Area • Boat ramp 90 RV Pads w/electricity • 6 Horse Campsites 1-800-710-2267 • Bath house Tent Camping • Enclosed Pavillion • 2 Camping cabins • 17 Campsites • Swimming beach Swimming Beach • Boat Launch • Boat ramp & dock • Sand volleyball area Playground • Picnic Facilities • Nature Trail • Boat ramps & dock • Swimming beach • Swimming beach • Picnic shelters Reservations (605) 882-6290 • Picnic shelter • Comfort station • Dump station Photo courtesy of SD Tourism www.codington.org/memorial-park

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF SOUTH DAKOTA STATE TOURISM

Fishing & Boating Fishing & Hunting INFORMATION If fishing, camping and enjoying the great outdoors are your idea of fun, Water- See page 48 town’s lake recreation and camping areas are for you: parks on both Kampeska for license and Pelican offer many activities. Two state parks, one county park and one city information. park are all within minutes of the city and offer a full menu of activities. Water- town has all of the aspects you will need to raise a family and to enjoy the great outdoors. Fishing is great all year round and hunting is super, whether you’re fishing for Walleye or hunting Ringneck Pheasant, Canada Goose or Whitetail Photo courtesy of SD Tourism Deer; Watertown, SD is the place to be for your next outdoor venture. Fish all year in South Dakota!

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A rea A ttractions – watertownparkandrec.com W atertow n N O W 9 “A one of a kind Destination: Shooting Complex puts Watertown and area shooters on target” If your firearms skills have diminished a bit, perhaps a trip to the Watertown Shooting Complex will help. The facility Is located at 1648 20th Ave. SW along the city’s southern edge. It features a multitude of bays with baffles above and dirt berms that separate the bays. There is no charge to use the facility. Watertown The complex includes: • Two 100-yard bays with 10 lanes each • Two 50-yard lanes located within one of Shooting Complex the 100-yard bays • Two pistol bays with 8 25-yard lanes • One 200-yard bay with 5 lanes • One 300-yard bay with 5 lanes For the public’s convenience, a restroom is available. Hours of operation range from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the warm weather months and from daylight to dusk in the winter months.

WATERTOWN SHOOTING COMPLEX A one of a kind Shooting Complex!

FREE TO Featuring a THE PUBLIC multitude of bays Regular Hours: 8 am to 8 pm with baffles above. Winter Hours: Daylight to Dusk 1648 20th Avenue SW • Watertown South Dakota 57201

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COME FOR THE STAY FOR THE HUNTING FISHING

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Hunt and Fish I Around Watertown C L A M B Watertown, South Dakota, is a sportsman’s paradise where you G can enjoy pheasant and waterfowl hunting and fishing. Come experience our world class hospitality and outdoor recreation. J A Lake Kampeska F Bitter Lake J Dry Lake B Pelican Lake G Antelope Lake K Lake Albert C Horseshoe H Blue Dog Lake L Round Lake E D Lake Poinsett I Punished M Goose Lake D E Lake Norden Woman Lake K COUNTRY LIQUOR THE STORES & STORES 3 Great Watertown Locations: Junction of Hwys. 212 & 81 North Hwy. 20 (by the curve) • Junction of Hwy. 81 & 14th St. NE

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Cowboy Bait & Ammo • Junction of Hwys. 212 & 81• Watertown, SD OPEN 6 A.M. TO 7 P.M. • SEVEN DAYS A WEEK Other Locations: Pierre, Ft. Pierre, Clear Lake, De Smet and Miller Cowboy Country Stores (Sinclair) • Cowboy Bait & Ammo • Cowboy Liquor Stores

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Home of South Dakota’s First Governor Arthur Calvin Mellette

rthur Calvin Mellette (23 June 1842- 25 May 1896) had the distinction PLUMBING & HEATING CO. A of serving as the last governor of Dakota Territory and the first governor of the state of South Dakota. 21 South Broadway, Watertown, SD In 1878, Mellette was appointed registrar of the land office in Springfield, 605-886-6955 Dakota Territory, and when the land office was moved to Watertown in 1-800-734-1946 May 1880, he and his family followed. In 1889 President Benjamin Harrison appointed Mellette governor of Dakota Territory, and later that same year, MECHANICAL CONTRACTORS when South Dakota entered the union, he was elected the first governor of South Dakota. 24-HOUR SERVICE The home Arthur and Maggie built on Prospect Hill is now beautifully RETAIL SALES restored and furnished, almost precisely as the Mellette family knew it and lived in it. Once inside the door, the visitor has stepped into early day www.redlingerbros.com Dakota. During the 1880’s and 1890’s many receptions and social gatherings Watertown – Aberdeen graced this beautiful home. Dignitaries, political associates and friends were frequent visitors of the family. We encourage you to enjoy a step back Yankton – Sioux Falls in time with us at the Mellette House. The Mellette House is located at 421 5th Avenue NW in Watertown and is open from May to Distinguished Service for over 7 Decades. October, Tuesday through Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. Admission is free, but donations are accepted. Reservations for large groups recommended – easy bus parking. Unique Gift Shop Available.

For more information call 886-4730 mellettehouse.org

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Joy Ranch is a conference center and camp located on picturesque Lake Lyle, just outside of Watertown. Joy Ranch looks like an 1880’s prairie town, complete with “old west” facades and main street. It features 16 individually themed, Hotel-style rooms, 4 bunkhouses and an 11 space RV campground with hook-ups. An executive chef is on staff to prepare made-from- scratch meals served in a lake-view dining room. Conference rooms are set specifically to accomplish your meeting’s goals or to use as a gathering space. While on site you can also enjoy fishing and boating; 120 acres for hiking; buggy, pony or trail rides and other uniquely designed gathering spaces, including an old west root beer saloon. Joy Ranch is your all-inclusive, all-accessible destination for families, businesses and youth in which all details will be covered—meeting space, lodging, fabulous food and recreation. Family reunions – Because Joy Ranch is fully accessible it means everyone can take part in the fun. From babies in strollers to guests in a wheelchair. Business meetings – Joy Ranch offers distinctive, distraction free spaces complete with modern meeting amenities like wi-fi and audio- visual equipment for your use. Youth events – Our economical, youth-friendly bunkhouse spaces are very popular with groups and include access to everything we have to offer. Joy Ranch also provides many unique camp and retreat programs for Visit JoyRanchSD.org and call 886-4622 to book Joy Ranch today! youth, families and adults. Our programs are welcome to everyone, with some specifically designed to serve individuals with disabilities.

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A Lasting Legacy Americana Artist Terry Redlin – A Look Back By Steve Weisman, Free-Lance Writer

In the mid-80s, Charles Redlin began pressuring his dad to save his original oils. The BIGGEST FIREWORKS Charles had a dream of his own and as FRIDAY, JULY 3, 2020 SHOW in South Dakota Terry, with a grin, said, “Chuck had to fight us every step of the way.” Charles wanted to build an art center as a tribute to the The Redlin Art Center is proud to once works of his father. again serve as the host location for the City of “I wanted to do something really big,” Watertown’s BIGGEST FIREWORKS SHOW in says Charles. He spent years drawing South Dakota! The Gallery and Gift Shops will and designing until by May of 1992, he be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission to the built a model of what would become the Redlin Art Center AND the fireworks event is free. present-day Redlin Art Center. – 5:00 p.m.: The food and beverage vendors will However, the original plan was to build be on location to begin selling festival food! it just off of 494 in the Twin Cities. With – 6:30 p.m.: Live music will begin featuring the Terry and Helene wanting to move back band “SECOND OPINION”. This band is a local to Watertown, Charles reconsidered and favorite! went to the city of Watertown with the idea. “They provided the land and have – 8:30 p.m.:“MOGAN’S HEROES” will take the been a wonderful partner in this venture.” stage. These guys have been inducted into the In retrospect, the move was perfect. “It’s South Dakota Music Hall of Fame and have right off of I-29 and is a focal point here in thrilled fans for over 40 years! They will get Watertown,” adds Charles. everyone revved up and ready for the BIGGEST Both Terry and Charles wanted the FIREWORKS SHOW in South Dakota at dark! Center to be a gift back to the city of Watertown and the state of South Dakota FIREWORKS WILL BEGIN AT DARK - APPROXIMATELY 10:15P.M. for the support and scholarship that helped Terry attend art school. • Bring your lawn chairs! No • Handicapped parking will be The Redlin Art Center opened June 6, seating provided. limited to one section of the Redlin Art Center parking lot. 1997 and has welcomed over 3 million • Park and Ride complimentary guests. As a 501(c)3 non-profit foundation, shuttle service begins from the • NO COOLERS, PETS, TENTS OR the Redlin Art Center relies on gift shop Watertown Mall at 5 p.m. ALCOHOL WILL BE PERMITTED revenue to fund its daily operation. It ON THE REDLIN ART CENTER was the Redlin family’s desire to keep ADMISSION IS FREE! PROPERTY. admission free.

14 W atertow n NO W R edlin A rt Center – redlinart.com Thanks for the Memories Americana Artist Terry Redlin A Look Back By Steve Weisman, Free-Lance Writer After a lifetime of artistic achievements during which he created over 200 paintings, Terry Redlin, rated “America’s Most Popular Artist” by the U. S. Art magazine, announced his retirement from painting and print signing in 2007. Possessing the unique ability to tell stories through his paintings that capture the very essence of America’s rural life, Redlin’s artistic style has become so popular over the past 30 years that many say it has actually evolved into a genre of its own. The awards have come with the notoriety: Ducks Unlimited’s Artist of the Year, Minnesota’s Conservationist of the Year . . . and the list of accomplishments Terry Redlin Career Milestones and accolades has continued to roll on for Redlin over the years. However, the 1992 painting and the print signing have Began “America the Beautiful” series 1977-2007 Named Most Popular U. S. Artist ended. by U. S. Art magazine But even as the artist’s painting career 1992 has ended, his legacy will continue. His 1977 “Winter Snows” appeared on the cover Induction into the U. S. Art magazine’s style will continue to inspire others, of The Farmer magazine. Hall of Fame 1993 the Redlin Art Center in Watertown 1979 Left art-directing career to concentrate “Terry Redlin Paints America the will continue to showcase all that Terry on painting wildlife Beautiful” video wins Telly Award Redlin art has been about and new 1981 Winner of Minnesota Named Most Popular products and Terry Redlin memorabilia Duck Stamp Competition U. S. Artist by U. S. Art magazine 1994 will continue to be released. 1982 Winner of Minnesota Named Most Popular Julie Ranum, Executive Director of the Trout Stamp Competition U. S. Artist by U. S. Art magazine 1995 Redlin Art Center says with a smile as Second in Federal Duck Stamp Named Most Popular she looks around at the legacy that Terry Competition U. S. Artist by Redlin has left the world. “The Redlin Art U. S. Art magazine 1983 Artist of the Year for Ducks Unlimited 1996 Center is more than a majestic building (Minnesota) Named Most Popular and a collection of paintings. It is a gift U. S. Artist by U. S. Art magazine Artist of the Year for beyond bricks and mortar, beyond 1997 Ducks Unlimited (National) Redlin Art Center opens canvas and paint – the power of the Named Most Popular 1985 place lies within the stories Terry Redlin Winner of the Minnesota Duck Stamp U. S. Artist by U. S. Art magazine Competition told with every brush stroke and the way Releases second book – Terry Redlin, those stories touch the hearts of all who Added new artistic direction – limited Master of Memories edition collector plates see them.” 1998 Named Most Popular 1986 Terry’s son Charles, also appreciates Minnesota Conservationist U. S. Artist by U. S. Art magazine of the Year the legacy left by his father. “During my Elementary school in Sioux Falls named 1987 entire life I watched my father work very Released American Memories & Country after Terry Redlin hard. He was never of the mind-set that Doctor Collection 1999 National television debut when he would work when he was ‘inspired’ – 1988 Winner of the Lithograph of the Year QVC Broadcasts Live from the he treated his art as a job. Most of the Award (2nd runner up) Redlin Art Center Book-Opening Windows to the Wild, the time, he would end up painting before 2001 sun up and would paint until dark.” Art of Terry Redlin wins Certificate of Inducted into the Merit at Printing Industries of America South Dakota Hall of Fame What began as the style competition 2004 Releases of just another wildlife artist 1989 Winner of the Lithograph of the Year “An American Portrait” series nd 2005 has turned into one that Award (2 runner up) “An American Portrait” 1991 Winner of the Lithograph of the Year video wins Telly Award captures the nostalgia of the Award 2006 “Comforts of Home” Cabin opens in the Americana theme as no other Named Most Popular U. S. Artist Redlin Art Center artist has ever done. by U. S. Art magazine 2007 Terry Redlin Announces Retirement

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A beautiful Venue

hortly after the Redlin Art Center pets, have a picnic, or simply enjoy nature. Sopened in 1997, Terry Redlin began It is Redlin’s wish that the wetlands and transforming the 30 acres surrounding the waterways he created and enhanced will be building. The grassy areas were excavated full of wildlife. Wood duck houses and blue to create numerous waterways, earth was bird houses have been carefully positioned. molded and shaped into hills and valleys, There may even be opportunities to watch and trees were strategically placed. This was pheasant, grouse, and perhaps an occasional Terry Redlin’s vision - many refer to the park turkey. The natural areas have been seeded as Redlin’s living painting. With each carefully with prairie grasses and wildflowers to Redlin Pavilion: Beautifully placed in the center of the positioned stake, Redlin defined the contour provide cover and food for the animals that Park where the waterways meet is the of the landscape just as he did each time his make the park their home. Redlin Pavilion. This octagonal structure paint brush touched canvas - only this time, The walking trails wind throughout the with its architectural symmetry serves as we were able to watch his creation develop. different areas in the park from the formal sculpture for the surrounding landscape. With an “eye” that only a true artist has, groomed areas leading to the Pavilion to The Redlin Pavilion is fully equipped with Redlin created his idea of a perfect accom- the natural areas that lead to the outskirts a kitchen, dining room seating for 100 paniment to his son’s carefully designed of the property. Redlin hoped that visitors guests and a spectacular view. The interior is furnished with red impala granite, black building. The park, officially titled, “Terry will find the park a relaxing experience that galaxy granite, a breathtakingly beautiful Redlin Conservation Park”, was developed to will allow them to collect their thoughts chandelier and eight larger-than-life, enhance the visits of the thousands of travel- and enjoy the great outdoors - that is, after illuminated panels featuring the eight ers that stop at the Redlin Art Center each all, what inspired Terry Redlin each and images from Terry Redlin’s “America the year. With over one mile of walking trails, 8 every day. Beautiful” Series. bridges, 6 small gazebos, one large gazebo and the Redlin Pavilion, guests of the park are invited to stretch their legs, walk their Call 605-882-3877 for more information or to book your special event.

16 W atertow n NO W R edlin A rt Center – redlinart.com Exclusive Shops!

Including Redlin Gift Shop, Home Collection Redlin Art Center Welcomes Groups & Comforts of Home Cabin of All Ages Whether searching for your favorite piece of fine art from Terry Redlin’s collection or Whether a school group, motorcoach browsing the expansive array of Terry Redlin inspired gifts, collectibles, and home tour, family gathering or class reunion, the furnishings, the Redlin Art Center invites you to explore all three distinctive retail shops. Redlin Art Center welcomes groups of all Don’t miss the unique selection of apparel, the private label wine and the stone jewelry ages. Plan to visit the gallery, gift shops and, created from Terry Redlin’s personal collection of hand-picked pebbles. Let the art of weather permitting, the beautiful grounds Terry Redlin inspire you! surrounding the Redlin Art Center. If you are interested in scheduling a group experience, To shop online, visit www.redlinart.com please call toll free 1-877-873-3546.

REDLIN ART CENTER SCHEDULE & HOURS GALLERY HOURS Monday-Friday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m Sunday: 12 noon - 4 p.m. (Closed Sundays January through March) The Redlin Gallery extends its hours until 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays from Memorial Day through Labor Day. COMPLIMENTARY VIDEO PRESENTATIONS — Featured Every Hour — www.redlinart.com • 605-882-3877 • Toll Free: 1-877-TREDLIN

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Evening on the Ice Beautiful painting tells a sad story On Tuesday, September 1, 2020, the Terry Redlin was diagnosed with Al- painting and allow it to go to press. After Redlin Art Center will place Terry’s final zheimer’s disease in 2007 at the age of 70. a lifetime as an artist, the disease stripped painting in the gallery. For years, the Redlin Shortly after his diagnosis, he announced Terry of his ability to paint - something that family held the painting, unsure of how to his retirement. The painting, “Evening on was so second nature to him he once said, explain why it is so different from the rest of the Ice”, was Terry’s last. He began working “To me, painting is like breathing”. Terry Terry’s collection. The colors are different. on the painting in 2005, but he was strug- Redlin struggled for nine years. He lost his The level of detail is different. The overall gling. He simply could not finish it. In 2007, ability to paint. He lost his memories of his style is different. It is a reflection of a very Terry’s wife, Helene, and son, Charles, fi- loved ones. And, on April 24, 2016, he lost difficult time in Terry Redlin’s life. nally convinced him to stop working on the his life. In an effort to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s disease, the Redlin Art Center Terry Redlin will display “Evening on the Ice” for the en- 1937-2016 tire month of September. Please join us for this special opportunity to see the painting Terry worked so hard to finish; and help us as we try to raise awareness about Alzheim- er’s disease.

“E vening on the Ice” Final Painting, To order a hand-signed “E vening on the Ice” limited edition print, please visit (featured above) www.redlinart.com or call 605-882-3877

18 W atertow n NO W R edlin A rt Center – redlinart.com Redlin’s Paintings

A bove print: Spring Fishing Inspired by Local Sites

Well-known artist Terry Redlin, born and raised in the Watertown area, had many memories of an innocent and fun-filled childhood. Whether fishing, hunting, or playing with other neighborhood kids, Redlin was Spring Fever Autumn Traditions Prairie Skyline surrounded by sites and sounds of rural America. Some of the places Redlin knew as a child have been incorporated into his paintings of today. We refer to these places as “Redlin’s Inspirational Sites.” For true Redlin fans, it is fascinating to see Racing Home Family Traditions Building the Community how Terry Redlin magically melded reality with imagination to create the romantic recreations he became There are 7 Redlin paintings that capture local sites. They are: famous for. The places in and around Spring Fever The tree house was located on the corner of 9th Avenue North and 2nd Street East Watertown that can be seen within in Watertown. Today, only part of the structure remains. Redlin’s paintings are unique. In some Family Traditions “Olive Place” Walrath home recently relocated to 14th Avenue West and 2nd cases, they do not even resemble what Street North. the artist captured in his painting. Autumn Traditions The Lakeside Lodge was inspired by Kampeska Lodge on Lake Kampeska. An artist’s “eye” can see details and Although not depicted as it appears today, is located on North Lake Drive. possibilities that not everyone can Prairie Skyline Rauville elevator located north on Hwy. 81 to County Road 11 in Rauville, SD. see. That is what is interesting about these actual places – we can try to Racing Home Old Melham house located at 721 - 1st St. NW in Watertown. imagine how Terry Redlin arrived at his Spring Fishing West Kemp Avenue bridge in Riverside Park in Watertown. romantic version of the scene. Building The Community Larry’s Lumber located on North Maple Street.

See map on page 34 & 35 for Inspirational site locations

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1 Evening Company ‘85 10 Evening Harvest ‘87 5 Homeward Bound ‘88

13 14 15 16 17 18 26 Leaving the Sanctuary ‘84 3 Lights of Home ‘87

12 11 10 22 21 20 19 14 Night Flight ‘84 6 7 GRAND 25 26 7 Night Light ‘85 8 STAIRCASE 24 5 27 23 Night Mapling ‘86 9 23 9 Prairie Springs ‘83 4 28 Terry Redlin 30 Prepared for the Season ‘87 3 29 Home Collection 15 Reflections ‘82

2 1 303132 Enter through the 31 Riverside Pond ‘85 GRAND Visitor’s Center 27 Rushing Rapids ‘83 STAIRCASESTAIRCASE 17 Rusty Refuge II ‘80 16 Rusty Refuge IV ‘85 ENTRANCE 20 Sharing the Season II ‘86 19 Silent Flight ‘86 24 Spring Mapling ‘82 MAIN LEVEL 11 Sunlit Trail ‘86 18 Together for the Season ‘87 25 Back to the Sanctuary ‘86 12 Catching the Scent ‘88 32 Coming Home ‘86 22 Whistle Stop ‘85 4 Breaking Cover ‘85 6 Clear View ‘85 13 Deer Crossing ‘87 29 Whitewater ‘82 8 Browsing ‘85 21 Closed for the Season ‘84 2 Delayed Departure ‘85 28 Winter Haven ‘82

54 Morning Rounds ‘88 77 Morning Solitude ‘90 83 Morning Surprise ‘95 Country Doctor 68 Morning Warm-Up ‘97 57 56 55 54 53 52 51 50 49 48 Night on the Town ‘94 Inspirational Sites AB-1 O’ Beautiful For Spacious Skies ‘90 70 71 72 47 46 45 44 43 53 Office Hours ‘88 75 74 73 42 48 50 Over the Blowdown ‘77 96 41 40 76 39 Framed Prints 63 Patiently Waiting ‘95 69 AB-8 95 77 58 64 Prairie Morning ‘88 68 AB-7 Ï American PortraitÓ 38 91 Pure Contentment ‘88 78 79 80 A 94 AB-6 P Series 59 -1 P-7 83 82 81 AP 6 A 62 Quiet of the Evening ‘88 -2 AP-3 AP-4 AP-5 AP- AB-5 37 45 Racing Home ‘95 67 93 84 60 AB-4 67 Sharing the Evening ‘83 85 92 61 AB-3 87 Sharing the Solitude ‘87 86 87 88 66 AB-2 GRAND 89 Shoreline Neighbors ‘92 91 90 89 62 AB-1 STAIRCASE 73 Special Memories ‘88

65 64 63 Series the Beautiful” “America 36 35 34 33 46 Spring Fever ‘92 47 Spring Fishing ‘94 61 Summertime ‘91 SECOND LEVEL 33 Sunday Morning ‘95 66 Sunset Harvest ‘96 70 A Helping Hand ‘95 41 Building the Community ‘98 92 Harvest Memories ‘96 84 Sweet Memories ‘98 AB-4 Above the Fruited Plain ‘90 86 Campfire Tales ‘91 44 Harvest Moon Ball ‘93 40 That Special Time ‘87 37 Aging Shoreline ‘79 56 Colorful Trio ‘79 60 Heading Home ‘90 94 The Colors of Spring ‘97 75 Almost Home ‘92 79 Comforts of Home ‘90 AP-3 His First Date ‘97 93 The Conservationists ‘91 AB-5 America America! ‘90 80 Evening Rehearsals ‘93 AP-2 His First Day ‘97 82 The Pleasures of Winter ‘91 AB-7 And Crown Thy Good With 76 Evening Solitude ‘89 AP-1 His First Friend ‘97 85 Toasting Marshmallows ‘98 Brotherhood ‘90 43 Family Traditions ‘89 AP-6 His First Good-Bye ‘97 88 Total Comfort ‘93 58 Aroma of Fall ‘88 55 Fighting a Headwind ‘79 AP-4 His First Graduation ‘97 42 Trimming the Tree ‘95 74 Autumn Afternoon ‘87 36 Flying Free ‘90 AP-5 His First Homecoming ‘97 69 Twilight Time ‘96 59 Autumn Evening ‘91 AB-2 For Amber Waves of Grain ‘90 AP-7 His Last Good-Bye ‘97 52 Wednesday Afternoon ‘88 38 Autumn Run ‘80 AB-3 For Purple Mountain Majesties ‘90 51 House Call ‘88 81 Welcome to Paradise ‘89 71 Autumn Traditions ‘95 AB-8 From Sea to Shining Sea ‘90 95 Hunters Haven ‘90 57 Whitecaps ‘79 39 Back from the Fields ‘78 AB-6 God Shed His Grace on Thee ‘90 78 Indian Summer ‘88 49 Winter Snows ‘ 77 72 Best Friends ‘89 35 Good Evening America ‘01 96 Lifetime Companions ‘93 65 Bountiful Harvest ‘96 34 Good Morning America ‘01 90 Master of the Valley ‘89

20 W atertow n NO W R edlin A rt Center – redlinart.com 118 Natural Curiosity ‘02 100 Nature’s Sentinel ‘00 ELEVATORS 113-115 GOLF SERIES 143 October Evening ‘82 115 116 117 118 127 Our Friends ‘98 114 145 Over/Skirting the Rushes ‘78 121 Puppy Love ‘02 113 120 119 133 107 Rural Route ‘84 139-142 134 121 GRAND Antique CHANGING SEASONS STAIRCASE Soda Fountain 117 Sharing the Sunset ‘03 142 132 139 Spring (Changing Seasons) ‘87 135 122 97 COMFORTS OF 99 Spring Morning ‘00 141 131 112 146 143 136 123 HOME CABIN 113 Spring on the Greens ‘01 130 98 140 108 Stormy Weather ‘86 111 145 144 137 124 129 123 Strutting On In ‘05 139 99 AMPHITHEATER 142 Summer (Changing Seasons) ‘85 110 138 125 & Langenfeld 128 Ice Cream Collection 114 Summer on the Greens ‘02 126 127 100 109 101 Sunset Retreat ‘02 109-112 RETREAT SERIES 109-112 RETREAT A re-creation of the cabin 144 The Homestead ‘80 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 seen in the print above. 130 The Social Hour ‘00 140 Winter (Changing Seasons) ‘86 LOWER LEVEL 120 Winter Wonderland ‘92

133 Always Alert ‘00 110 Evening Retreat ‘82 129 Highlight of the Neighborhood ‘02 141 Autumn (Changing Seasons) ‘86 132 Evening Star ‘01 122 Hometown ‘04 124 Basic Training ‘05 119 Evening With Friends ‘89 97 Lazy Afternoon ‘00 106 Boulder Ridge ‘88 131 Family Time ‘00 134 Lifetime Friends ‘04 138 Camping on Sunset Point ‘04 102 Gathering of Friends ‘02 136 Migration Days ‘03 128 Close to Paradise ‘00 112 Golden Retreat ‘86 125 Moonlight Frost ‘06 126 Country Neighbors ‘88 135 Guardian of Conservation ‘03 111 Moonlight Retreat ‘88 146 Drifting ‘80 105 Hazy Afternoon ‘86 104 Morning Frost ‘01 103 Evening Frost ‘00 137 Heartland Lights ‘03 115 Morning on the Greens ‘02 98 Evening Rendezvous ‘00 116 Hidden Point ‘83 109 Morning Retreat ‘81

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A bove print: H is First G ood-B ye “An American Portrait”

This body of work is Terry Redlin’s tribute to America. It is his way of honoring Veterans, Servicemen and Servicewomen, and the families who have paid the ultimate price for our freedom.

In August 2004, Terry Redlin made a special guest appearance at the Redlin Art Center in Watertown, South Dakota to unveil his new series of seven paintings! It was the first time the series was viewed by the public. “An American Portrait” is a collection of paintings that had been in the works since 1995. Inspired by Terry Redlin’s personal experiences, the paintings capture the emotion of seven heartfelt firsts. Together, these individual paintings create “An American Portrait.” With incredible attention to the finest detail, each painting in the series stands alone, yet is built upon the preceding images . . . first friend, first day of school, first date, first graduation, first homecoming, first good-bye, and ultimately, the last good-bye. This body of work is Terry Redlin’s tribute to America. It is his way of honoring Veterans, Servicemen and Servicewomen, and the families who have paid the ultimate price for our freedom. “An American Portrait” is on permanent display on the second floor of the Redlin Art Center. It has been added to an area in the Gallery Redlin referred to as the “America Room.” In addition to the new series of seven, the “America Room” showcases Redlin’s “America the Beautiful” series of eight, his painting, “Flying Free,” and his pair of paintings, “Good Morning, America!” and “Good Evening, America!” While visiting the Redlin Art Center, visitors are invited to enjoy complimentary video presentations about the making of both the “America the Beautiful” series and “An American Portrait.”

Amphitheater “The Legacy of Terry Redlin: A Lifetime of Memories”.

This new DVD production is a tribute to Terry. Inside this 108-seat theater, guests will hear Terry talk about his process and techniques and will see never before seen footage of Terry painting at his easel. With multiple showings daily, Redlin enthusiasts are invited to take in this special production honoring the man, his art, and the memories he painted. Admission is free.

22 W atertow n NO W R edlin A rt Center – redlinart.com WATERTOWN’S 2020 SCULPTURE DISPLAYS 2020

Here are Since May of 2015, people of all ages have been enjoying the just a few of sculptures placed throughout downtown Watertown and at the the scuptures Redlin Art Center as Artwalk was born. The project, prompted by the featured in this H20-20 community visioning process strives to maintain excellence years 2020 as well as grow. In 2017, a sculpture was placed at Lake Area Technical Artwalk! Institute. The art is changed yearly and most sculptures are for sale. Watertown Artwalk will be placing 14 new sculptures this spring around the downtown streets and the two offsite locations. This year, we are excited to feature a sculpture, I Lift My Eyes to the Hills, from local artist Doris Symens Armstrong. Other sculptures for the 2020-21 season include: Reeds by Bobbie Carlyle, Paper Boy, by Lee Leunig & Sherri Treeby; Food Chain by Jerry Nelson and Ralph Moose by Martha Pettigrew. Through the support of the Watertown Area Community Foundation, City of Watertown, Joy Nelson, Gray Construction, Sioux Falls SculptureWalk, SD Arts Council, WACF Giving Back 365, sculpture sponsors and Friends of Artwalk, the effort continues to offer a unique art experience for our community and visitors. “Even more than the impact of the art itself, we are starting to see the community as a whole embrace the project more,” said Artwalk President Joy Nelson. In 2019, the City of Watertown recognized the importance of Artwalk by including us in its budget to help in financing the project, she said. LATI students helped with the placement of the sculptures also in 2019. This partnership, which promotes volunteering as well as arts and cultures, has just begun.

For more information on Artwalk 2020 or Friends of Artwalk, contact Watertown Area Community Foundation FOOD CHAIN 211 E. Kemp • email: [email protected] or call: (605) 882-3731

watertowncommunityfoundation.org

REEDS I LIFT MY EYES RALPH MOOSE THE PAPERBOY TO THE HILLS

D ow ntow n W atertow n W atertow n N O W 23 SOUTH DAKOTA

AMAZING SPORTS FACILITIES, GENUINE HOSPITALITY

WATERTOWN, SOUTH DAKOTA can Watertown has plenty of other assets, hold its own against any small or medium including 12 softball fields, two pristine sports destination. Why? Watertown has golf courses (one with 27 holes), 30 youth more multi-purpose space, ball fields, and soccer fields, a four-diamond baseball holes of golf than almost any market its complex, and a nostalgic minor league size. However, its biggest asset: its people. baseball stadium- all with modern facilities. The folks in Watertown are always eager to Located between Lakes Kampeska and roll out the red carpet and showcase their Pelican, Watertown offers swimming, renowned hospitality. Event organizers will fishing, sand volleyball, biking and walking quickly discover that the community and trails, and camping space. 750 clean and its impeccable facilities will make them feel updated hotel rooms, all at moderate more than welcome. prices, are waiting to make your stay One of the newest and most flexible comfortable. Watertown is located at the STATS venues is the Prairie Lakes Wellness crossroads of I-29 and US Highway 212, Center. The center boasts 23,200 square and has exceptional air service, making it • 30 youth soccer fields feet of multi-purpose space offering easy to get to. • Four baseball fields The majestic Terry Redlin Art Center a great locale for cheer and dance • 12 softball fields competitions, gymnastics meets, volleyball welcomes visitors at the city’s gateway, and basketball tournaments, wrestling and the city has a diverse culinary scene • Baseball stadium matches, and more. This space can even as well as the recognizable eateries. Don’t (seats 5,000) be converted from one large competitive forget about the local wines and two • Watertown Civic Arena gym with seating for 2,200, to four smaller, breweries! After-game diversions include (seats 3,900) the Bramble Park Zoo, the Aquatic Center, multi-play courts for bigger tournaments. • 30 miles of paved mini-golf, and go-cart racing. Historical New in 2017, the facility also includes recreation trails six pickleball courts, and an eight-lane, homes, landmarks, museums, art galleries, 25-yard competition pool with 300 plus and a vibrant downtown will give you a • 2 golf courses with spectator seats. The expert staff can help taste of the city’s culture. For personal a total of 45 holes accommodate events as diverse as multi- assistance, contact visitwatertownsd.com/ • 23,000 sq ft of sport competitions! contact or call 1-800-658-4505. multi-use space (seats 2,200) visitwatertownsd.com or 1-800-658-4505 • 750 hotel rooms • Regional air service

24 W atertow n NO W W atertow n C onvention & Visitors B ureau – visitwatertownsd.com Cheers! Destination:

DEMPSEY’S BREWERY PUB & RESTAURANT What started out as a hobby has turned into the 2nd oldest brewery in South Dakota. We have Longship Lager, Open Door IPA, and Battleaxe Blonde always on tap and a consistent rotation of 3-4 different flagship beers on our menu, brewed using old-world techniques. Bill Dempsey III, the founder, has retired in recent years. Chris Borns has taken on brewing our classics as well as some new favorites. Dempsey’s Brewery, Pub, and Restaurant is currently headed by Bill’s son Sean. Sean is South Dakota’s only certified pizzaiolo and is an award winning pizza chef. Dempsey’s features a unique atmosphere with a European/American menu and of course some pretty amazing pizzas. Dempsey’s is a family owned and operated business since 1999 and is located at 127 N. Broadway. We love all the continued community support and patronage. We couldn’t do what we do or stride to get better, without you the community. Check out our menu online at dempseybrewpub.com or find us on Facebook for all our happenings. Cheers! GHOST TOWN WINERY Ghost Town Winery brings a little South What’s Brewing in Watertown? Dakota history to life with every ounce of wine it bottles. MEET SOME OF WATERTOWN’S LOCAL CRAFTERS Remember Appleby? Heard of Travare? How about Crandall? GLACIAL LAKES DISTILLERY WATERTOWN BREWING CO. Watertown’s first and only winery creates, Pure, smooth vodka is the result of three guys Downtown’s newest pub, Watertown Brewing bottles and markets wines named after South combining their love for beer and wine crafting Company (located at 113 East Kemp in a Dakota ghost towns. The Marotzes have done into the art of distilling. Glacial Lakes Vodka is renovated historic bakery) will surely make your their research – from product development to made from scratch in a small distillery using only short list of ‘favorite places.’ Stop in and try Kurt’s pursuing historical documents. And, they have locally grown wheat and is hand-crafted in very Smoking’ Hot BBQ! also had a great deal of fun along the way. small batches to ensure a premium top shelf The mood is light, the atmosphere cozy, Ghost Town Winery is located in historic spirit. Having recently received a national award, an easy-going environment where one feels Downtown Watertown. Current regulations their vodka has shown it stands alongside completely welcome. WBC is the place to enjoy do not allow tours of the winery facilities the very best and comes from right here in a beverage and perhaps a bite to eat with family themselves but wine tasting is available at Watertown. Now offering “Rum.” Watch for other or friends. Or visit us on your own; we’ll make Watertown Confectionery at 116 E. Kemp premium spirits from Glacial Lakes Distillery in you feel at home. Avenue from Tuesday through Saturday. the near future. WBC aims to provide high-quality craft beer, an accompanying array of tantalizing pub fare, and distinctly excellent service. Excited to be part of the community, WBC grows their own hops and Watertown’s Finest Winery Dempsey’s uses many other locally grown components to Brewery, PubPub fortify its menu. Stop in and see what hometown & Restaurant Wine tasting brewer Don has on tap and meet the rest of the WBC family. We’d love to see you! room open Second Tuesday Oldest Please patronize our Brewery thru Saturday in SD advertisers,they are the 116 E. Kemp Ave. ones who make 605-882-9760 605-753-5249 127 N. Broadway, Watertown this publication possible. www.dempseybrewpub.com

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Historic DOWNTOWN WATERTOWN Shop & Dine In Visitors to Downtown Watertown, our rehearsals and small productions. historic shopping district, will find interesting Should you build up an appetite during and quaint shops for their shopping your visit, be sure to stop in at one of our city, Downtown offers a nostalgic look to enjoyment. The Downtown offers a varied local eateries. They can offer you gourmet our past. The area consists of 40+ city blocks selection of shops and businesses for both coffees, tasty chocolates, home-brewed beer, designated as a historic district. Among the our community members and our visitors. great steaks, hearty breakfasts, garden salads, many historic buildings are 64 that are listed Downtown is home to several unique gift caramel rolls, delicious sandwiches, pizza on the National Historic Register. Our goal is shops, offering home decorating pieces, and more. Or, for something on the go, our to expand on the historic heritage that we collectibles, floral arrangements, unique gift Downtown grocery store is known as “the have in our Downtown district. items, a book store, clothing and shoe store, friendliest store in town.” The Downtown also hosts many exciting and many more interesting items. We also Professional services also abound in activities throughout the year. Some of the have several antiques and oddities shops. Fun the Downtown. Many businesses maintain largest include the Watertown Artwalk in May, to browse, fun to buy. their offices in the heart of the city. They and the Watertown Wine Walk in June, the You will be impressed by the cluster of include: an orthodontist, travel agencies, Fourth of July Parade on July 4, the Vintiques talented artists that make the Downtown insurance agents, banks, hair salons, lawyers, Car Show in September and the Holiday their home. Several artists have studios or accountants, custom alterations, dry cleaners, Lighted Parade in November. galleries here for you to visit and enjoy. You printing services, plumbing, photography, A trip to Watertown wouldn’t be complete can also find shops featuring a vast array of art investment advisors and others – truly without a visit to the Downtown district. and framing. Town Players, our local theatre offering almost any service you might need. We welcome you to join us for a part of troupe, has its headquarters on Broadway A visit to Downtown Watertown is a trip your Watertown visit. Welcome Home - to Street, with a quaint, intimate theatre for back in time. Considered the heart of the Downtown Watertown.

26 W atertow n NO W D ow ntow n W atertow n VIEW MORE UNIQUE DOWNTOWN SHOPPING & DINING BUSINESSES THROUGHOUT THIS SECTION

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D ow ntow n W atertow n W atertow n N O W 27 HISTORIC DOWNTOWN WATERTOWN Renaissance

OLD POST OFFICE 26 S O U TH B R O A D W AY law firm became successful and, like most In 1911, construction began on the As 1908 got underway in America, tenants of the old building, she moved on Missouri-St. Louis Depot. The structure was Teddy Roosevelt was midway through his – never imagining she would someday be completed in 1913 and became the hub of second term as President. Oklahoma had back. the city. Thousands of passengers passed just joined the union, so a 46th star was In 2014 Turbak and her law practice, through the depot — people on their way being added to Old Glory. In May, Mother’s now comprised of several attorneys and to and from places far and wide. By mid- Day was celebrated for the first time. In support staff, returned to the old post of- century, the depot was used primarily for September, Henry Ford produced his first fice, a landmark building she now owns. freight, but was still very much a hot spot Model T. Turbak had arranged for renovation of the for commerce and industry. Meanwhile, at the United States entire ground floor beyond the grand front The building was closed in 1984, Treasury, architects were putting finishing lobby, which still displays the many PO according to the marker outside. The touches on plans for a spectacular Post boxes rented by Watertown businessmen building was purchased by the Codington Office in Watertown, South Dakota. Before going back decades. The firm’s conference County Historical Society to make a the year was over, a massive limestone room holds natural light from the building’s museum. After several years as well as building at the corner of Broadway and original Palladian windows, where the walls several construction projects inside the First Avenue South would preside over feature a portrait of President Theodore building, it was put up for sale. the prairie community as one of the most Roosevelt and a 46 star American flag. Realtors Joy Nelson and Peggy Haugan impressive landmarks in the region. For purchased the building in 1995, and it almost 70 years, it would house the U.S. OLD DEPOT sat vacant until January 2006, when First Postal Service and other federal offices Dakota Title — Watertown (FDTW) decided serving the area. to make the depot the company’s new By 1982, the Postal Service had moved home. out. The landmark was in private hands Walking through the front door, there and had been converted to rental offices. is no mistaking the building’s original use: Watertown area native Nancy Turbak was a the gleaming terrazzo floors, ticket window new attorney who wanted to return to the and soaring ceilings speak clearly. Even community. Unable to persuade any local though the freight room now houses a firm to hire her, she rented two spaces in copier and cubicles instead of pallets of the top floor of the old post office building goods, the character of the building — and and opened her own office. Gradually her its stewards — are evident.

28 W atertow n NO W D ow ntow n W atertow n HISTORY OF DOWNTOWN WATERTOWN!

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Above: Photo taken of an earlier downtown Watertown, Broadway looking North.

THE GOSS OPERA HOUSE Goss’s dream, for it became a bustling hub On Dec. 31, 2018, the newly formed The Goss Opera House, also known of community activity. Occupying the Friends of the Goss Opera House, a 501(c) as the “Goss”, is home to the legendary second and third floors, directly above the (3) non-profit organization, purchased Goss Opera Hall. Charles Goss moved to Restaurant and Bar was a large opera hall the building with the intention of making Watertown in the late 19th century and built with a wonderful stage, superb acoustics the Goss building the cornerstone of a a large store on the corner of Kemp Avenue and a beautiful serpentine balcony. Box revitalized downtown Watertown. With and Maple Street. When that building was seats, still intact today, overlooked the the community’s support, the Goss Opera destroyed by a fire in April 1888, Mr. Goss stage and floor below. Audiences filled House opened once again and is a vibrant immediately set about replacing it with the seats for music and theater productions as hub of art and entertainment hosting three-story brick structure you see there well as community events. orchestras, theater, rock and roll legends, today. The vibrant space slowly went dark after wedding receptions, family gatherings and Community leaders urged Mr. Goss to the Depression in the 1930’s and by the late comedy troupes. Because of the vision of initially build a hotel, as Watertown already 1950’s it became a largely forgotten part of Charles Goss and the commitment of the had two opera halls. But Mr. Goss was our history. In 2008 a private businessman community of Watertown to undertake determined to build a public entertainment began a major renovation project to restore the towering task of rejuvenating the Goss venue. Opening the doors of the building the Goss theater to prominence. Opera House, the Goss remains at the heart in the spring of 1889 must have vindicated of downtown Watertown.

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D ow ntow n W atertow n W atertow n N O W 29 HISTORIC DOWNTOWN WATERTOWN Goss Opera House Murder at the Goss By Dan Crisler Public Opinion Staff Writer Woman burned to death in 1936 Through the years, downtown Wa- tertown’s iconic Goss Opera House has been the source of lots of enjoy-able memories. Constructed in 1889, the Goss has hosted many a wedding and show and provided a social space for people from all walks of life. Its former third floor boarding rooms have Photos courtesy of PO staff writers even provided homes with sprawling views of down-town. Although this third story Goss Opera House hallway has recently under-gone It was in one of those apartments in renovations, it is likely the hallway where neighbors found Maud Alexander, which perhaps the darkest mo-ment in the a tenant of the Goss boarding rooms, burning to death on March 13, 1936. Goss’ history occurred on March 13, 1936. According to facts com-piled by local BE SURE TO COME VISIT OUR HISTORICAL DOWNTOWN WATERTOWN historians Christy Lickei, Jane Miner and Prudy Calvin, Maud Alexander, 48, lived Collier and Nels Pearson wrapped Alex- tors determined that he supplemented at the Goss while working as a waitress at ander in a large blanket to quell the flames. whiskey his mother bought for him with the since de-molished Lincoln Hotel at the Another neighbor, W.E. Wilson, ran to call sleeping tablets. After the argument, Orval height of the Great Depression. the police. poured some of the whiskey onto Maud as That evening, which was a Friday, Maud Alexander was transported via she slept. Then he lit a match and flicked it neighbors from the other boarding rooms ambulance to Bartron Hospital, where onto her, igniting the alcohol. heard fighting from Alex-ander’s room. Jenkins Living Center is now, a couple of In court, Orval Alex-ander surprisingly ad- According to the historical writeup, that blocks south. Initially refusing to tell a nurse mitted his guilt. Just seven days after the was not too unusual as Alexander lived at what happened to her, Alexander later told incident, a judge sentenced him to 30 years the Goss with her 28-year-old son Orval. a doctor she caught on fire while lighting in the South Dakota State Penitentiary. Orval had a pen-chant for drinking, which an oil stove. ncident wasn’t the first time Orval resulted in many fights with Maud. Maud Alexander died the following Alexander tried to kill his mother. Nearly Morbidly, March 13 turned out to be the morning with burns covering two-thirds to five years earlier, on Oct. 16, 1931, Orval last fight between the Alexan-ders. At 11 three-fourths of her body. tried to kill Maud with a knife. As a result, p.m. that night, neighbors were alarmed Investigators later determined that Orval spent a year in the penitentiary to hear Maud Alexander screaming, “I’m Alexander’s statement to the doctor was after being convicted of assault with a burning up! I’m burning up!” false. A coroner who inspected Alexander’s dangerous weapon. In the hallway, they found Alexander apartment found an unlit oil stove with a While in the penitentiary the second time, running back and forth with her clothes full can of kerosene nearby. Orval Al-exander was reported to have having burned off and her skin turned Having stood by in his own room while been a model pris-oner. As a result, he was black. his mother was burning, Orval Alexander re-leased just 17 years into his sentence on With the fire technique stop, drop and roll was taken into custody and held without Feb. 20, 1953. Alexander died in June 1963. yet decades away from be-coming a public charges that night. Having questioned Both he and Maud are buried at Mount service announcement, neighbors Frank Orval Alexander mul-tiple times, investiga- Hope Cemetery in Watertown.

30 W atertow n NO W D ow ntow n W atertow n THE CODINGTON COUNTY HERITAGE MUSEUM cchsmuseum.org The Codington County Heritage Museum (formerly the Kampeska Heritage Museum), located at the corner of 1st Ave . SE and Maple assistance, historical presentations and Admission is free, but donations are Street in Uptown Watertown, is a must visit programs . gratefully accepted . Memberships are if you want to learn more about what made Permanent exhibits include a Late 19th available at a variety of levels for those wishing Watertown and other Codington County Century Victorian Home, Local Banking, a to join the Codington County Historical communities what they are today . One-room Schoolhouse and Military Conflicts Society . Members receive the quarterly The mission of the Codington County from the Civil War through Operation Desert newsletter, The Codington County Courier, Historical Society is to preserve, interpret, Storm . All of these exhibits pay particular a 10% discount on gift shop purchases and and promote the heritage of Codington attention to local history and citizens’ several other benefits . For more information County and nearby Coteau des Prairie region involvement in these events . Also, learn on the Museum and the Historical Society, call of Northeast South Dakota . This mission is more about towns that have disappeared Executive Director Christy Lickei at (605) 886- primarily fulfilled by the operation of the from the area in The Small Towns and Ghost 7335 or visit our website at cchsmuseum .org . Codington County Heritage Museum with its Towns of Codington County exhibit . Several The Codington County Heritage Museum exhibits, programs and collection . temporary exhibits change on a continual is open to the public year round with seasonal The museum’s collection includes local basis . Traveling exhibits from other museums hours . Our winter hours are Monday thru historical artifacts and related materials . are also featured from time to time . Friday: 1 p .m . to 5 p .m . (September thru May) . Some specific areas of the collection include The museum building, formerly a Carnegie Our summer hours are Monday thru Friday: paintings, prints, textiles, manuscripts and Library built in 1906, is listed on the National 10 a .m . to 5 p .m . and Saturday: 1 p .m . to 5 p.m. more than 3,000 photographs . Many of Historic Register of Historic Places and is (June/July/August) . Closed on Holidays . these items are rotated on display . The one of the best examples of neoclassical museum staff provides group tours, research architecture in Watertown . Cont’d on page 38

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FEATURING TERRY REDLIN’S INSPIRATIONAL SITES 1 Spring Fever – The tree house was located on the corner of 9th Avenue North and 2nd Street East BIKE TRAIL in Watertown. Today, only part of the structure remains. DOWNTOWN AREA 2 Family Traditions – “Olive Place” Walrath home relocated to 14th Avenue West and 2nd Street North. 3 Autumn Traditions – The Lakeside Lodge was inspired by Kampeska Lodge on Lake Kampeska, although not depicted as it appears today, is located on North Lake Drive. 4 Prairie Skyline – Rauville elevator located north on Hwy. 81 to County Road 11 in Rauville, SD. 5 Racing Home – Old Melham house located at 721 - 1st St. NW in Watertown. * See pages 32 & 33 6 Spring Fishing – West Kemp Avenue bridge in Riverside Park in Watertown. 7 Building The Community – Larry’s Lumber located on North Maple Street. for more information

A rea A ttractions – visitwatertownsd.com W atertow n N O W 35 Watertown offers a variety of dining options for you to choose from. We have something to satisfy every ones appetite, whether it’s elegant or casual, there’s Something for everyone! Restaurants

2nd Street Station, 15 2nd Street SW ...... (605) 886-8304 Applebee’s, 2630-9th Ave SE (Hwy. 212)...... (605) 882-8804 Please patronize our advertisers, Arby’s Roast Beef, 1220 9th Ave SE (Hwy. 212)...... (605) 882-2214 they are the ones who make this publication possible. Backroads Coffeehouse & Lunchbox, 1519 4th St. NE ...... (605) 941-0732 Buffalo Wild Wings, 2700 9th Ave SE (Hwy. 212) ...... (605) 878-3777 Burger King, 1211 9th Ave SE (Hwy. 212) ...... 605) 886-4192 Chester’s Chicken, US 81 Cruiser Diner ...... (605) 886-4444 China Wok, 2645 10th Ave SE ...... (605) 878-1006 Clifford’s Steakhouse, 101 North Broadway ...... (605) 753-5540 Country Road Barn, 45648 164th St ...... (605) 882-4468 County Fair Foods Deli (see ad on pg. 27) 14-2nd Street NE...... (605) 886-4127 Culver’s, 901-26th St NE (Hwy. 212) ...... (605) 753-0440 Dagwood’s Subs, 180-4th Street NE ...... (605) 886-6568 Dairy Queen, 115 9th Ave SE (Hwy. 212) ...... (605) 886-8787 Dakota Butcher Beans ’N Brew 1923 Willow Creek Dr...... (605) 878-3336 Dempsey’s, 127 N. Broadway (see ad on pg. 25) .....(605) 882-9760 Domino’s Pizza, 912-5th Street SE...... (605) 882-4242 Downtown Sushi, 18 North Broadway ...... (605) 753-8666 Elk’s Lodge, 600 W Kemp ...... (605) 886-5152 El Tapatio, 713 9th Ave. SE...... (605) 878-0470 Empire Pizza, 15-1st Ave SW ...... (605) 882-2644 Firehouse Subs, 2702 9th Ave SE...... (605) 878-0264 A Pleasant Atmosphere Five Loaves Bakery, 16 South Broadway ...... (605) 878-1316 Foxy’s, 137 5th Street NE ...... (605) 886-8510 EAT IN OR TAKE OUT Godfather’s Pizza, Watertown Mall ...... (605) 882-1232 Grainery, I-29 & Hwy 212...... (605) 882-3950 Guadalajara Restaurant, 1509-9th Ave SE ...... (605) 882-4548 Posted Menu of Favorites Hardee’s, Corner of Hwy. 81 & Hwy. 212 ...... (605) 878-3747 Harry’s, 16 West Kemp...... (605) 878-3311 Hibachi Grill China Buffet, 1016-29th St SE ...... (605) 882-3335 Hot Mama Macks, 206 E. Kemp Ave...... (605) 881-0095 HyVee Market Grille Express (see ad on pg. 36) 1320-9th Ave SE ...... (605) 882-3311 1320 9th Ave. SE • Watertown, SD • 882-3311 Jimmy John’s, 937 29th St SE ...... (605) 753-1600

36 W atertow n NO W Dining/Bar & Grill/Coffee – visitwatertownsd.com Little Caesars Pizza, 1517 9th Ave. SE...... (605) 753-0057 Big & Small Banquet Rooms Available Lone Pine Bar & Grill, 2647 10th Ave SE ...... (605) 878-4227 WE Marco’s Pizza, 817 9th Ave SE...... (605) 878-2727 — Everyday Buffet — DELIVER Mavericks, 100 Kemp Ave. Coming Spring 2020 M-F: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. & 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Right to your McDonald’s Sat. & Sun.: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Motel 407-9th Ave SW...... (605) 886-7077 Group Rates Available I-29 & Hwy 212 ...... (605) 886-7807 For 30 or More Minervas Restaurant & Bar 1901-9th Ave SE ...... (605) 882-1777 Mustangs Steakhouse & Buffet 16415 Sioux Conifer Rd (Dakota Sioux Casino) ...... (877) 250-2121 My Market Place - Cenex 220 10th Street NW ...... (605) 886-5829 North Shore Chophouse & Banquet Hall 100 N. Lake Dr...... (605) 753-2525 217 10th St. NW (North on Hwy. 20) 605-882-4040 Watertown, South Dakota • www.pizzaranch.com Oh Baby O’s No. 2, 727 S. Broadway, Ste 2 ...... (605) 886-6586 Page’s Place Cafe & Grill 700 W. Kemp...... (605) 753-0151 Papa Murphy’s Pizza, 917-9th Ave SE ...... (605) 886-7000 Perkins Family Restaurant 600 9th Ave SE ...... (605) 886-9884 Pizza Hut, 931 5th Street SE ...... (605) 886-4999 Pizza Ranch (see ad on pg. 37) 217-10th Street NW ...... (605) 882-4040 Prairie Stop/Roadhouse Café (see ad on pg. 37) Hwy 212 & 20 ...... (605) 886-3133 Qdoba, Just off 212 in front of Walmart ...... (605) 878-3400 Jct. Hwy. 212 & 20 • Watertown • 605-886-3133 Scooter’s Coffee, 108 9th Ave. SE ...... (605) 878-0649 Senor Max’s, Watertown Mall...... (605) 882-3252 24 hr. Deli • Tesoro Gas • Jack’s Bait Shop Shooters Bar & Grill, 101 East Kemp Ave ...... (605) 878-7665 Full Service Cafe Smoothie Plus, 207 East Kemp Ave ...... (605) 753-4600 Cafe Hours: 6 am-8 pm • Sun. 7 am-2 pm Starbucks Coffee, 903 29th Street SE...... (605) 886-4023 Stockman’s Café, W. Hwy 20 ...... (605) 882-1611 Subway 505 Arrow Ave NE...... (605) 882-2099 Taco Bell, 911 5th St SE ...... (605) 878-3838 Taco John’s, 24-9th Ave SE ...... (605) 886-3149 Target-Food, 2000 9th Ave SE ...... (605) 882-0717 Terry’s Hot Rod, 28 North Broadway ...... (605) 882-3959 The Loft, 3801 9th Ave. SE ...... (605) 882-1484 The Lounge, 21 N. Maple ...... (605) 886-2699 The Prop, 728 S. Lake Dr...... (605) 886-7523 Tokyo Sushi & Hibachi, 521 9th Ave. SE ...... (605) 956-7488 Watertown Brewing Co. 113 East Kemp ...... (605) 878-2739 Wheel Inn Café, 404-10th St NW...... (605) 886-4649 Willy’s Sports Bar, Grill & Casino, 1401 9th Ave SW.....(605) 878-3500 Woody’s, 1612 9th Ave. SW...... (605) 886-2440 Please patronize our advertisers, Zesto Drive-In, 209-9th Ave SE ...... (605) 886-4157 they are the ones who make this publication possible. Coffee Houses

Backroads Coffeehouse 1519 4th St. NE ...... (605) 941-0732 Caribou Coffee – HyVee 1320 9th Ave. SE ...... (605) 882-3311 Caribou Coffee 933 5th St. SE ...... (605) 878-3118 Gather 122 E. Kemp ...... (605) 878-0177 Scooter’s Coffee 108 9th Ave. SE ...... (605) 878-0649 Starbucks Coffee Co. 903 29th St. SE ...... (605) 886-4023

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“SHAMROCKS. WE’RE ON IT” – SAVE THE DATE – MARCH 13, 2021

MUSEUM STORE Cont’d from pg. 31 include: Homes of the West, 19th Centruy When visiting the Codington County Clothing, Old-Time Toys and The Victorian Heritage Museum in Downtown Watertown, Home. be sure to check out the Museum Store. New to the museum are Early American In addition to books, prints by local artists, wooden toys, antique pencil sharpeners, and reprints of vintage Watertown postcards and a variety of KOOL BEANS Coffee blends. photographs plus Codington County Historic Members of the Codington County Playing Cards can be found for sale there. The Historical Society receive a 10% discount store specializes in unique titles about local on purchases at the Museum Store. Feel and South Dakota history, for both children free to visit the Codington County Heritage and adults. Museum, in the old Carnegie Library at 27 Some examples include reprints of early 1st Avenue SE, Watertown, SD 57201. For more information call (605) 886-7335, e-mail: Watertown souvenir and promotional books Day parade which made its way through [email protected], or visit the website such as 1889’s Glimpse of a Marvelous City Downtown Watertown. at cchsmuseum.org. and Picturesque Souvenir of Watertown, The Watertown Downtown businesses South Dakota-1901-02. Another local ST. PATRICK’S DAY CELEBRATION put on a brand new “Punch Card” event and publication of interest is Skeletons of the The “Shamrocks. We’re on it.” celebration downtown was filled with lots of smiling faces Prairie: Abandoned Rural Codington County, was fun for all ages – starting with the visiting our unique shops and restaurants. South Dakota by Ried Holien and S. Paul selection of Little Miss Shamrock and Little Prizes were given away to multiple lucky Tuszynski which includes a full color photo Mr. Leprechaun. The young honorees were winners! study of abandoned buildings. The Town among the 30 entries in the St. Patrick’s Parade attendees who gathered near the That Was Passed By! The History of Kampeska, intersection of Kemp and Broadway were S. D, and Every Town Has a Story: the History able to see the traditional “Painting of the of Thomas, South Dakota both are by local Shamrock,” as well as hear a proclamation by historian Tom Cypher. The museum store Mayor Sarah Caron. features many more books on various aspects Saturday, March 13, 2021 has been set of South Dakota history and geography by a as the next St. Patrick’s Day celebration in wide variety of South Dakota and nationally Watertown. All area businesses, individuals known authors. and organizations are encouraged to start Unique children’s titles include Crabtree planning an entry for the 2021 parade. Children’s Books by Bobbie Kalman. These For additional information, contact the are intricately illustrated, educational activity Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce at books especially for children. Available titles 605.886.5814.

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Books ewsletter N s rinting osters Pens P alendar C rintinf Fliers abel Data P Vari Stamps tamps Arts are Full Color P Alive and Well! Boo Rubber ardsS s ks us C Patrons of the arts will find a myriad of events in Inv B Watertown. From exhibits to performance art, oices area talent is showcased in a variety of ways. Postcards Color Copie Art afficianados may enjoy the following: Programs Century Gallery/ Broch Sandy Ellyson Art & Studio ure Century Gallery is located on the corner of Kemp and Maple Bannerss Placemats Street in the heart of historic Downtown Watertown. The gallery, housed in the recently restored Century Building, features more than 200 original watercolor and acrylic paintings, prints and Envelopes Laminating gift items. Sandy’s paintings include florals, landscapes, angels Grap and abstracts. Enjoy an opportunity to view and purchase Logo Design original art, meet the award winning artist and watch her create hic De captivating paintings. Century Gallery is open Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday and other times by chance or appointment. sign Invitations Call 605-520-4533 or 605-882-2279 for more information. Men www.facebook.com/sandyellysonart us Forms Redlin Art Center The Redlin Art Center, at the junction of U.S. Highway 212 and Interstate 29, houses more than 160 paintings of nationally 120 Third Ave. NW renown local artist Terry Redlin. Hours are Monday through P.O. Box 10 Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Sunday Watertown, SD 57201 noon to 4 p.m. Admission is free. redlinart.com (605) 886-6906 Town Players Community Theater 1-800-658-5401 Town Players draws thousands of patrons each year with a regular season of four shows, performed at their renovated theater at 5 S. Broadway or at the Heritage Theater, Watertown Event Center. They also, on occasion, perform dinner theaters (sometimes interactive) as well as other productions throughout Design Team the year. Town Players also hosts a children’s theater workshop each summer. townplayers.net Customer Arts Night @ the Pub EVERY 2nd Thursday of the month at Dempsey’s finds regional Service visual & literary arts showcased. Arts Night - 5-8:30 p.m. with the ArtTalk starting about 6:45 p.m. EVERY 2nd Thursday, free, Delivery family friendly, handicapped accessible Arts Night @ the Pub - Dempsey’s Pub - 127 N. Broadway in Downtown Watertown! (605) 886-6906 Watertown Municipal Band The Municipal Band, comprised of local musicians under the direction of Doug Herr, provides weekly concerts throughout poprintingandgraphics.com the summer as well as appearances at several community events.

A ttractions – visitwatertownsd.com W atertow n N O W 39 Holiday Lighted Parade and hard designing and building floats, which Watertown Winter Wonderland What better way to kick off the holiday must incorporate the use of lights. Lights along Lighting up the lives of children…young season than a parade? The event, which takes downtown’s main thoroughfare, Kemp Avenue, and old! place the Friday evening after Thanksgiv- are dimmed allowing the fabulous floats Build it and they will come. Watertown ing, has become a tradition for many in the to truly shine. Entries correspond to each Winter Wonderland was formed with this Watertown area. This year marks the parade’s year’s theme, and prizes are awarded for saying in mind. The Watertown Optimist 24th year. the most notable entries in several cat- Club’s dream of a Drive Thru Lighted Win- The Holiday Lighted Parade offers something egories. Over the years, entries have been ter Wonderland had been in the making for everyone. Santa makes an annual appear- adorned with almost anything one can for several years and in 2012, they brought ance, much to the little ones’ delight, while imagine: lights, wreaths, Christmas trees, their dream to reality. the beautiful lighted floats and vehicles draw faux stained glass, carolers, nativity scenes With The Optimist Club mission “Bring- “oohs and aahs” from young and old alike. . . . anything to do with the holidays. The cre- ing out the Best in Kids” they felt this Win- ter Wonderland would do exactly that, by Past parades have featured holiday music, a ativity displayed by entrants is phenomenal bringing families together and giving them stunning wreath display and fireworks as well. and sure to bring about that holiday spirit! a chance to maybe start a family tradition Each year, thousands of spectators have en- The 24th Annual Holiday Lighted Parade is and spend time with the family while driv- joyed almost forty lighted entries. Even when Friday, November 27th at 6:30 PM, through ing through the lighted park. the air is frigid, folks bundle up and turn out the downtown area. Don’t miss the fun and The City of Watertown and the Water- for the spectacular event, now a staple of the festivities in historic Downtown Watertown! town Park and Rec. Department gener- holiday scene in Watertown. Local businesses, ously donated the use of Stokes‐Thomas schools, churches and organizations work long Lake City Park‐North Hwy 20. Businesses in the community have partnered with the HOLIDAY LIGHTED PARADE Optimist Club to bring over 60 spectacular Lighted Displays for your enjoyment. Dis- play numbers are expected to grow each year. A special appearance from Santa Clause at the end of the drive thru greets each car, with candy canes for everyone. Hours of Operation start the Saturday after Thanksgiving and run every Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening from 6‐9 pm through Christmas Day. There is no admission charge, but the Optimist Club accepts free will donations, HOLIDAY LIGHTED PARADE – November 27, 2020 (Friday after Thanksgiving) used to make the Winter Wonderland bet- ter for years to come and to support youth WINTER WONDERLAND – November 28, 2020 (Starts the Saturday after Thanksgiving) activities in Watertown and the surround- Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday Evenings through Christmas Day ing communities.

40 W atertow n N O W A ttractions – visitw atertow nsd.com Benedictine Sisters of Watertown, SD

Mother of God Monastery, located on a hill just south of understanding and respect for all by providing education, legal assistance, Watertown on Highway 81, is a must-see stop for any visitor. referrals and multicultural resources to Watertown and surrounding The monastery’s all white exterior and dozens of large windows give it communities. The artwork and artifacts alone are worth a stop during an open and inviting appearance. Situated on approximately 500 acres a visit to Watertown. The Center is open to the public Monday through of farmland, lake view and tree lines, one cannot help but feel the peace Friday, 9:00 AM -4:30 PM and by appointment. that emanates from this community of forty-nine Benedictine Sisters, Visitors may join the Sisters for mass and/or prayer time in the thirty-five of whom live at the Monastery year-round. monastery chapel. If time permits (appointments are recommended) a Also housed on the Monastery’s grounds are the two largest Sister will share some of the community’s history with visitors and provide ministries of the Watertown Benedictines. Adjacent to the monastery is a tour of the more outstanding features of the monastery. The chapel Benet Place Independent Senior Apartments. This ecumenical complex is one of the highlights of the monastery. Its granite floor has a large houses thirty-eight fully-equipped senior apartments. Those who call Benedictine cross embedded in the center of the room and wood crosses Benet Place their home enjoy a beautiful rural setting while receiving the set into the floor along the wall, which are used for praying the Stations benefits of comfort and security in a community environment. of the Cross. The processional cross, the altar and the reader’s stand were The Glacial Lakes Multicultural Center is conveniently located on all specially designed for the chapel, along with a round icon of Our Lady the monastery grounds, below the hill, on Hwy 81. Opened in February of Compassion. 2008 by the monastery, the Center “welcomes the stranger so that the Visitors are also welcome to tour Benet Place and the Glacial Lakes stranger can participate fully in the life of the community.” The Sisters Multicultural Center. Come and explore the monastery grounds; take a of Mother of God Monastery have never forgotten their roots and their peaceful walk through the path of whispering pines and stop at the reason for settling in South Dakota, that is, to minister to immigrants beautifully landscaped grotto to meditate or pray. Relax and feel the and Native Americans. The Glacial Lakes Multicultural Center promotes peace. The doors and arms of Mother of God Monastery are always open!

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ake Area Technical College has been Keeping things happening is a Lake Area The education students receive, by comparison L recognized as the number one, two-year Tech mantra. With a close eye on industry need to other post-high institutions, is affordable and college in the nation by the Aspen and student opportunities, the school has there is no out-of-state tuition. Students who Institute Community College Excellence created programs and program options that are have previous college or high school classes program. A “Great College to Work For,” a high demand. See the Lake Area Tech website may be given credit for these courses allowing “Military Friendly School,” the President’s for more info on individual programs and how students more time for their studies and the “Community Service Honor” – not to mention to apply. prospect of saving money on tuition. 30 programs, expansion projects and record Whatever the field of study, students will gain student numbers for the past 17 years, Lake Most respected technical practical hands-on knowledge that will give them Area Technical Institute is busting at the seams institute in region the competitive edge and “know-how” when they with good news and growth! Lake Area Technical College is one of the enter the job market. Employers locally, regionally Lake Area Technical College’s 2015 best and most respected technical colleges in and nationally, rely on Lake Area Tech to supply Commencement Address was only the 93rd the region. Located in northeast Watertown, the them with an individual who understands the in US history given by a sitting President. The campus lies on 40 acres of land, which is home to technology and who can immediately go to work Honorable President Barack Obama noted, nine buildings that are completely occupied with with their business without having to invest in “…there are few community colleges that are the latest technology. additional training time. as important as Lake Area Tech. This school In 1965, the founding fathers of technical Although Lake Area Tech has only been in is leading the way. Compared with other education in South Dakota voted unanimously to existence since 1965, its presence has been made community colleges, the graduation rate organize the first technical school in Watertown, loud and clear around the region. Alumni, current at Lake Area is more than three times the with others to follow in Mitchell, Sioux Falls and students, parents, and employers recognize national average. Three times. Within six Rapid City. Beginning with one program of study the quality of craftsmanship. Lake Area Tech is months, 99 percent of those graduates are and 16 students, Lake Area Tech has come a long seeing the rewards of first-generation students either employed or continuing their education. way in a relatively short amount of time. Today, who are sending their children its way to benefit The average Lake Area graduate who enters the over 2,500 full-time and part-time students from an education that has paid off so well for workforce earns nearly 50 percent more than attend classes in 30 programs of study. With a them. And employers are encouraging career other new hires in this region.” student teacher ratio of 16:1, students receive seekers to get their training at Lake Area Tech. The announcement of numbers for 2019- personal attention from experienced instructors. The Lake Area Tech legacy continues to grow 2020 enrollment has only added to the general Students who attend Lake Area Tech earn as outstanding alumni are returning to teach, air of success. Over 2,600 students now call Lake a quality education, as proven by receiving serve on advisory boards, become involved with Area Tech home. the high-ranking accreditation by The Higher the Alumni Association and Foundation, and are Attracted to the school’s national ranking, Learning Commission. Many of the programs employed as staff and administrators. diverse training choices and 99% percent also have their own accreditation status. Over the If interested in touring Lake Area Technical graduate placement rate, incoming students previous years, Lake Area Tech has also received College, contact the institute by calling 1-800- gather in a centralized state-of-the-art Student numerous state and national honors and has 657-4344 or 605-882-LATI. Tours are given Center. They can also take part in a growing been recognized as a leader in their industry, Monday-Friday from 8:00 AM-5:00 PM. If number of student-driven activities like including the 2017 Aspen Award. interested in additional information about Lake intramural sports, themed dances, trips to Lake Area Tech understands that time and Area Tech, visit our website at lakeareatech.edu. professional sports events, Campus Crusade, money are valuable. At Lake Area Tech, students and more! can receive a degree or diploma in 9-20 months.

Lake A rea Technical Institute – lakeareatech.edu W atertow n N O W 43 Providing Quality Health Care

PRAIRIE LAKES HEALTHCARE SYSTEM Prairie Lakes Healthcare System is an independent, not-for-profit, healthcare system committed to providing high quality, affordable and compassionate healthcare services for the people in the region. Our programs are supported by a local medical staff practicing various specialties. CARDIOLOGY The Prairie Lakes Cardiology program provides both inpatient and outpatient heart care. With an onsite cath lab and a team of NEPHROLOGY highly-trained clinical staff and physicians, Prairie Lakes is equipped The Prairie Lakes Nephrology Clinic provides diagnosis and to handle heart care emergencies 24/7. Our cardiology program management of kidney diseases and disorders including offers clinic visits, consultations, non-invasive testing, cardiac stent hypertension, electrolyte disturbances, managing patients with placement, a heart failure program, pacemaker and defibrillator kidney transplant, and critical care. Prairie Lakes owns and operates placement. three dialysis units located in Watertown, SD; Sisseton, SD; and Ortonville, MN. EAR, NOSE, THROAT & FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY Prairie Lakes Ear, Nose & Throat Clinic provides care for adult and ONCOLOGY pediatric conditions, such as ear infections, vertigo (balance issues), The Prairie Lakes Cancer Center meets an important need for and hearing loss; nose conditions including sinus disease, nasal comprehensive cancer care—close to home. Patients can receive obstruction, and nasal fractures; and throat conditions like voice advanced oncology and hematology treatments while spending disorders, snoring, and thyroid disease. Facial plastic surgery is also valuable time with and receiving support from family and available; such as, rhinoplasty (nose appearance surgery) and friends. The dedicated physicians and clinical staff work as a team injectable fillers. to offer patients expertise in areas such as radiation, chemotherapy, clinical trials, nutrition, education, and emotional well being. DERMATOLOGY Prairie Lakes Dermatology provides care for adults and pediatrics PULMONOLOGY in clinic. Our team provides cosmetic and laser treatments and sees Prairie Lakes Pulmonology provides consultative, diagnostic and common conditions that include skin cancer, eczema, acne, therapeutic services for patients with illnesses that affect the lungs, psoriasis, skin infections, and rosacea. respiratory tract, and bronchial tubes, including asthma, pneumonia, and emphysema. Pulmonary care available at Prairie Lakes includes GENERAL SURGERY CLINIC pulmonary function tests, pulmonary rehabilitation, and sleep Our general surgeons diagnose and treat conditions at the Prairie studies. Lakes General Surgery Clinic. Clinic visits are available for a variety of conditions, including hernias, breast disease, varicose veins, skin REHABILITATION SERVICES lesions, and chronic acid reflux. Surgeries are performed at Prairie Prairie Lakes’ Therapists serve patients in outpatient, home Lakes Hospital and Prairie Lakes Mallard Pointe Surgical Center. health, long-term care, and hospital inpatient environments. Our These surgeries may concern a variety of organs; including the colon program works with your physician to bring you effective physical (such as a colonoscopy), pancreas, gallbladder, stomach, and thyroid therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, cardiac rehab, and gland. pulmonary rehab.

44 W atertow n N O W H ealth C are S ervices UROLOGY The Prairie Lakes Urology program offers comprehensive uro- Brown Clinic logical care. Patients with urological disorders including interstitial Pharmacy cystitis, urinary incontinence, prostatitis, and prostate cancer are LOCALLY OWNED diagnosed and treated. Procedures performed in clinic include Prescriptions. prostate biopsies, cystoscopies, and vasectomies. Information. OTHER SERVICES Answers. Other Prairie Lakes services available include critical care, emer- In-town FREE Delivery. gency care, home care, hospice, inpatient (medical, surgical and FREE Mail-out Service. pediatrics), obstetrics, pharmacy, direct lab access, wound care, Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm and Target Heart and Stroke Screen programs. Visit our website for a complete list of services and doctors. Prairie Lakes Healthcare Sys- — Located at Brown Clinic, PLLP — tem, 401 9th Avenue Northwest, Watertown, SD 57201, Telephone: 506 First Avenue SE • Watertown, SD 57201 605-884-4234 605-882-7000, Toll-free: 1-877-917-PLHS, Website: prairielakes.com BROWN CLINIC BROWN CLINIC PHARMACY At Brown Clinic, we have one goal: To help our patients live their Brown Clinic Pharmacy is conveniently located at Brown Clinic, healthiest life. Which is why we strive to provide skilled, compas- Watertown. Carole Anderson, RPh, has owned and managed the sionate, and specialized care to each of our patients, indefinitely. pharmacy since 2002. Carole, Amy Lambrechts, CPhT, and Barb More than 100,000 people trust Brown Clinic with their over- Skoglund, PhT, serve their customers, who they say, “are like family”, all wellbeing. Our innovative team of experts consists of 18 physi- with personalized attention. cians, a podiatrist, 6 Advanced Practice Providers and more than Brown Clinic Pharmacy is centrally located in Watertown, just 150 employees, all adept in the latest technology and care. We of- off of Highway 81 South on First Avenue. Ample convenient and fer services in primary care, internal medicine, OB/GYN, geriatrics, handicap-accessible parking is available. pediatrics, general surgery, podiatry, laboratory, and in-house ra- To facilitate your prescription transfer to Brown Clinic Pharmacy, diology. Carole, Amy and Barb will handle all of the details to make it a It’s simple. Our patients are our focus and can be found at the smooth and easy process. Pharmacy hours are Monday – Friday, center of every decision we make. 8:30 am - 5:30 pm. After hours service is available by contacting Brown Clinic has two locations: 506 First Avenue SE and 511 Carole at 884-4234. Fourteenth Avenue NE in Watertown. To schedule an appointment, We are here for you at Brown Clinic Pharmacy, and we offer call (605) 886-8482 or toll free at (888) 886-8482. For more informa- complimentary in-town delivery and mail out services for all tion, visit our website at www.brownclinic.org. prescriptions.

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10 5 19TH ST. NE & 15 37TH ST. NW & 2 7TH AVE. NE 17 3RD ST. NW & GOLF COURSE RD. 1338 LAKE DR. S. 21ST ST. NW & 9TH AVE. NW 614 LAKE DR. S. 3RD AVE. NW 21 3RD ST. NE & 8 11TH ST. NE

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46 W atertow n N O W Veterans M em orial – w tnvetsm em orial.org Stokes-Thomas Lake City Park – Lake Kampeska wtnvetsmemorial.org

Veterans Memorial Stokes-Thomas Lake City Park

he Veterans Memorial is one of the top highlights in Watertown. A Tdefinite site to see while visiting or entertaining friends. The Memorial has grown with the installation of the beginning of a second wall having over 2600 names to date and will accommodate hundreds of veterans’ names for years to come. From its inception in 2003, the dedication in 2006, and the addition of an Army Cobra helicopter, the Memorial has been enhanced even further. This is a living memorial for all veterans that are interested in having their name on our memorial. The veteran needs an honorable discharge after serving 90 days in any branch of service including National Guard and Merchant Marine. Veteran names are not only from Watertown, but also from 38 states including Hawaii, Germany and Great Britain. There are names of veterans from the Civil War as well as veterans currently serving. If you would like an application, please call 605-886-0902 or visit our web site wtnvetsmemorial.org. THE OFFICIAL OR The Veterans Memorial Corporation represents all military organizations GUIDE F with the following board members: Lynn Johnson, President; Gena Keller, TOWN, SD Secretary; Ordean Bierman, Treasurer; Roger Solum, Public Relations; Mike WATER Davis, General Contractor; Laurel Foss and LeRoy Anderson, Founders. Through the efforts of these veterans the memorial is what it is and will be perpetual.

Governor Kristi Noem proclaimed If you would like to advertise in this Sunday, March 29, 2020, as magazine or have information that you “Vietnam Veterans Recognition Day,” would like to see included in upcoming calling on all South Dakotans to recognize the issues, please feel free to give us a call at courage, service and sacrifice of the men and 605-886-6901 ext. 3439 women who served during the Vietnam War.

P O P rinting & G raphics – poprintingandgraphics.com W atertow n N O W 47 Predator License Nonresidents may hunt prairie dog, jackrabbit, gopher, ground squirrel, crow, porcupine, marmot, red fod, gray fox, coyotes, and skunks if they possess a predator/varmit license, Fishing & Hunting or any current year South Dakota Hunting License. Youth (12-15) INFORMATION Nonresidents who are at least 12 years old or will turn 12 by Dec. 31, 2020, may apply for or buy licenses and may hunt in any open season beginning Sept. 1. Anyone younger cannot SUBJECT TO CHANGE hunt in South Dakota. To buy a license, nonresidents under 16 need a copy of their Hunter Safety Card or a copy of a current or a previous hunting license issued to them from any state.

2020 FISHING LICENSE FEE Photo courtesy of SD Tourism RESIDENT NONRES. Combination License Fish all year in South Dakota! (includes small game & fishing) $55.00 Annual Fishing License 28.00 $67.00 GENERAL FISHING & HUNTING INFORMATION The license allows nonresidents to shoot coyotes, fox, Licenses are not transferable. A fishing license is needed skunks, prairie dogs and other unprotected species through Annual Family Fishing License — 67.00 to take fish, or bait or fish with hoop nets, traps or setlines. Jan. 31 and to hunt on licensed shooting preserves through Youth Annual Fishing License — 25.00 Buying Licenses Jan. 31. Junior Combination (16-18) 27.00 — Resident and nonresident fishing licenses may be Waterfowl License purchased in South Dakota at many retail stores, bait shops Senior Annual Fishing A South Dakota waterfowl license is required for (65 and over) 12.00 — and a few County Treasurer offices. When purchasing licenses nonresidents to hunt migratory waterfowl. Licenses for the fall over the counter you must have your state-issued ID with you. Senior Combination seasons are issued by lottery. Licenses for the Spring Light (65 and over) 40.00 — Licenses may also be purchased from your home Goose Conservation Order can be purchased at license agents One-Day Fishing License 8.00 16.00 using your personal computer and printer. The process for or online. purchasing licenses over the Internet can be accessed online The fall waterfowl license for units 00B and 11A are valid Three-Day Fishing License — 37.00 at www.gfp.sd.gov. for 10 consecutive days; Unit 00A is valid through the entire Game Fish Spearing and Carrying Licenses season in that area; and Units 00X and 00Y are valid for three Archery Fishing Permit 5.00 5.00 Licenses must be in the licensee’s possession while consecutive days. Licensed waterfowl hunters may only hunt hunting, fishing, taking bait or transporting game. within the unit designated on their license. 2020 HUNTING LICENSE FEES Lost Licenses The nonresident Early Fall Canada Goose license is RESIDENT NONRES. Lost licenses may be replaced by any storefront license valid for the entire early season. Nonresidents may not hunt agent. License agents may charge the standard agent fee ($4) Combination License geese during this season in Units 2 and 3 or in the following (includes small game & fishing) $55.00 — for replacing general fishing licenses. In addition, licenses counties: Beadle, Brookings, Hanson, Kingsbury, Lake, may be reprinted at home by the licensee at any time. Lincoln, McCook, Miner, Minnehaha, Moody, Sanborn, Turner Annual Small Game 33.00 $121.00 Revoked Licenses and Union counties. This license must be applied for through (2) 5 day If a person is convicted of knowingly trespassing, the GFP License Office. 1-Day Small Game 12.00 — of violating a wildlife law or rule punishable as a Class 1 On all limited-days waterfowl licenses, successful Nonresident misdemeanor or felony, or of violating any rule pertaining to applicants must provide a start date before the license will be Waterfowl License — 121.00 fishing or possessing fish without license or during closed issued. The dates can be changed prior to the start date. The Migratory Bird Certificate season, the court shall revoke the person’s fishing privilege for GFP License Office must make the change. These waterfowl (required for all migratory bird) 5.00 5.00 one year, and they are prohibited from buying another license licenses also allow nonresidents to hunt coyotes, red and during the revocation. Youth Small Game (ages 12-15) 5.00 10.00 gray fox, skunks, prairie dogs and other unprotected species (2) 5 day NONRESIDENT LICENSES through Jan. 31. Annual Fishing License Junior Combination (ages 16-18) 27.00 — Allows a nonresident to fish throughout 2020. Big Game Licenses Youth Deer 5.00 10.00 Most nonresident deer, antelope, and turkey licenses Temporary Fishing Licenses Predator/Varmint 5.00 40.00 One day license, (calendar day) (entitles license holder to must be applied for, with licenses issued by lottery. only one daily limit) and 3-day Fishing Licenses are available Big game licenses also allow the licensee to shoot Shooting Preserve License 15.00 46.00 for nonresidents, only annual and 1 day for residents. coyotes, fox, skunks, prairie dogs and other unprotected (1 day) Nonresident Youth species through Jan. 31. 76.00 Nonresidents under 16 do not need a fishing license if Shooting Preserve License (5 day) one of their parents or a guardian has a fishing license. The South Dakota permits private shooting preserves to offer 121.00 youth’s fish are included in the daily and possession limits hunting from Sept. 1- March 31 for pheasants, quail, partridge (season) of the parent or guardian. Nonresidents under 16 who buy a and turkey. license may take their own limits. Nonresidents hunting on a licensed shooting preserve Furbearer 30.00 275.00 Small Game License need either the Nonresident Shooting Preserve License or a Deer/Antelope (any deer or buck) The Small Game License is valid for two periods of Nonresident Small Game License. 1 Tag 40.00 286.00 five consecutive days. The nonresident must choose the — The Shooting Preserve License is valid though Jan. 2 Tags 50.00 336.00 starting dates of BOTH periods when the license is bought. 31 only on licensed shooting preserves and allows the Deer/Antelope (antlerless) Nonresidents may buy more than one Small Game License hunter to take only the small game for which the preserve 1 Tag 20.00 80.00 during a season. is licensed. 2 Tags 30.00 120.00 The start date for each five-day period may be changed — The Small Game License is valid outside the shooting prior to the start date. The change may be made at any license preserve for the two 5-day periods specified on the Special Buck 175.00 560.00 agent or through the GFP website. License agents may charge license and valid on a licensed shooting preserve from Spring Turkey – 1 Tag 25.00 100.00 a fee of up to $4. its purchase through Jan. 31 for the species for which the preserve is licensed. 2 Tags 35.00 125.00 Fall Turkey – 1 Tag 15.00 90.00 Landowners Reserving Campsites at SD State Parks Under State law, nonresidents owning land in South 2 Tags 20.00 100.00 1-800-710-CAMP (2267) • campSD.com Dakota do not receive any special landowner privileges and Subject to change. need to buy the appropriate nonresident licenses.

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Let us Our local real estate help you find your market remains strong perfect home! for the Glacial Lakes • Residential Listings Region of Northeast • Commercial Listings South Dakota For the Glacial Lakes Region of Northeast & West Central South & West Central Minnesota • Open Houses Minnesota All real estate brokers and their associates featured in this publication are members of the Northeast South Dakota Association of Realtors.

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Katie 605-886-0000 CALL US IN WATERTOWN Pederson 809 South Maple 605-868-9498 12 5th Street, NE Watertown, SD 57201 • Fax: 605-882-0506 Watertown, SD 57201 www.robyrealtors.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 605-886-4361 • Fax: 605-886-4899 Anyone will sell you a ‘house’ Offices also in Mitchell • Pierre • Rapid City • Sioux Falls Jim 605-880-4769 KATIE will sell you a HOME. www.FischerRounds.com [email protected]

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Choose from acreages, residential and multi-family property, lake property and land as well as commercial property. Watch for our comprehensive weekly Real Estate Guide published every Wednesday in the Watertown Public Opinion or access it online at thepublicopinion.com/special/ real_estate_guide/

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Watertown City Parks & Recreation watertownparkandrec.com 1. Anza Soccer Complex, 1620 17th St. SE 2. Auditorium, 125 S. Broadway WATERTOWN 3. Belmont Park, 3rd Ave. & 9th St. NE 4. Bramble Park Zoo, SD Hwy. 20 PARKS 5. Community Garden Site, 10th Ave. & 8th St. NE RECREATION 6. Derby Downs/Rodeo Grounds, 3000 Golf Course Road NW & FORESTRY 7. Diamondball Park, 4th Ave. & 6th St. SE DEPARTMENT

8. Dog Park, 10th Ave. N. & 7th St. E. BALLFIELD(S) BASKETBALL COURT BOATING CAMPGROUND FISHING CONCESSIONS FOOD SPACE GARDEN HORSESHOES AREA NATURE FACILITIES PICNIC PLAYGROUND RENTALS PRIVATE RESTROOMS VOLLEYBALL SAND FIELDS SOCCER SWIMMING COURTS TENNIS PATH WALKING COURSE GOLF DISC PIER FISHING ACCESSIBLE 9. Eastwoods Park, 12th Ave. NE and 23rd St. E. 4th Ave. Ballfield • • 10. Family Aquatic Center, US Hwy. 212 & 3rd St. SW Anza Soccer Complex • • • • 11. Fieldhouse, 1900 West Kemp Ave. Belmont Park • • • • 12. Forsberg Park, N. Lake Drive Bramble Park Zoo • • • • • • • • 13. Foundation Fields, 1800 3rd Ave. NW Centennial Grove • 14. 4th Ave. Ballfield, Kampeska Blvd. & 4th Ave. SW Community Garden Sites • • 15. Golf Course, 351 South Lake Drive Derby Downs Park • 16. Harper Park, Sunrise Dr. & 6th Ave. NE 17. Herzog Park, 28th St. & 5th Ave. NW Diamondball Park • • • 18. Highland Park, N. Broadway & Highland Blvd. Foundation Fields • • • • • 19. George E. Maas Ice Arena/Expo Building, 112 21st St. SW Harper Park • • • 20. Jackson Park, 250 South Lake Drive Herzog Park • • • • 21. Kiddie Pond/Disc Golf Course, 10th Ave. & 7th St. NW Highland Park • • • • • • 22. Koch Complex, 21st St. SW (Behind Ice Arena) Jackson Park • • • • • • • 23. Lincoln Park, 11th Ave. & 16th St. NE Kiddie Pond/ 24. Lions Park, 605 3rd Ave. NW Disc Golf Course • • 25. Mallard Cove Park, 21st St. & 11th Ave. SW Koch Complex • • • • • • 26. McKinley Park, Kemp Ave. & Kampeska Blvd. (south side) Lincoln Park • • • • • 27. McLaughlin Nature Area, 4th Ave. S. & SD Hwy. 20 Cattail Crossing • • • • • 28. Morningside Park, 1st Ave. & 13th St. SE Golf Course 29. Mt. Hope Cemetery, 1333 11th St. NE McKinley Park • • • • • • • 30. Mt. Hope Soccer Fields, 10th Ave. & 11th St. NE McLaughlin 31. Nelson Park, S. Broadway & 5th Ave. SW Nature Area • • • 32. Northridge Park, Northridge Drive & 7th St. NE Morningside Park • • • • • 33. Pelican Park, 14th St. SW & Lake Pelican Mt. Hope Soccer • 34. Pelican View Park, 34th St. & 13th Ave. SW Nelson Park • • • • 35. Prairie Lakes Wellness Center, 1515 15th St. NE 36. Premier Softball Complex, 1512 17th St. SE Northridge Park • • • • 37. Recreational Trail Premier Fields • • • • • Along Sioux River, SD Hwy. 20, Riverside Park • North Lake Drive & South Lake Drive, Sioux Park • Golf Course Road, 4th Ave. S. to 21st St. W Stokes-Thomas 38. Riverside Park, Kemp Ave. & Kampeska Blvd. (north side) City Park • • • • • • • • • • • • • 39. Sioux Park, Kampeska Blvd. & 4th Ave. SW Lions Park • • • • • • • 40. Skate Park, 314 21st St. SW Forsberg Park • • • 41. Stokes-Thomas Lake City Park, 90 South Lake Drive Eastwoods Park • • • •

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Watertown Regional Library watlib.org he mission of Watertown Regional Library is “connecting Tpeople to the joy of reading, information and lifelong learning.” Visitors to the library will find a spacious facility with friendly, capable staff committed to serving the community. Outdoor light from the clerestory windows, unique spaces for children and teens, quiet reading areas with tables, and comfortable chairs welcome visitors to Watertown Regional including microfilm records of Watertown area newspapers. Library. Traveling exhibits are presented in the spacious aisles, As many library services are available via phone or online, and the Art Wall showcases local artists. Patrons can enjoy the patrons can connect to the library while on the move or from sunshine and wireless internet access on the outdoor south patio home. Several popular services include home delivery for the next to the “Saturday’s Distractions” sculpture by Sherri Treeby and homebound, children’s book delivery for local day cares, and Lee Leuning. programming for children, teens, and adults. Three study rooms, the Marge Tauber South Dakota Room, and The library provides access to many resources for downloading a spacious community room may be reserved, and if unreserved, music, streaming movies, and reading eBooks, downloadable are available for walk-in use. A private room is available for nursing audiobooks, and digital magazines. Popular databases include mothers and their children. Ancestry, Chilton Auto Repair, Freegal Music, Law Depot, and Lynda. Visitors to the library will receive personal help from the library Watertown Regional Library is funded by the City of Watertown staff including reference and readers’ advisory and borrowing and serves the residents of Codington County and the surrounding library materials. Other available services include access to area. For more information, visit watlib.org or follow us on computers, wireless internet and printing, and genealogy resources Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat.

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Welcome to Watertown! CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

We are glad you have come and hope It truly is my pleasure to welcome you you have a great time here. It doesn’t to Watertown. Whether you are visiting matter what you like, you are sure to on business, a weekend getaway on find it here in Watertown. Spend an the lakes or looking to call Watertown afternoon visiting Linus the sloth and home, the Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce is ready to welcome his neighbors at our wonderful Bramble you with wide open arms. Stop in to Park Zoo. Take a tour of the Redlin Art our office at 1 East Kemp in beautiful Center and see the work of one of SARAH CARON downtown Watertown for money sav- America’s top artists. Check out Mellette MAYOR OF WATERTOWN ing coupons, maps and areas of inter- House, home of South Dakota’s first TIM SHEEHAN PRESIDENT & CEO est. Enjoy the 13 art sculptures located governor or drive around our beautiful WATERTOWN within walking distance in the down- lakes, Kampeska and Pelican. AREA CHAMBER town area. OF COMMERCE You can also take a stroll through beautiful Downtown While visiting Watertown take time to Watertown and check out the sculptures, shop in some of enjoy the many establishments and services that our mem- our one-of-a-kind shops, have a great meal in one of our bership, made up of over 700 businesses, have to offer. We unique locally-owned eateries or get a dose of history at the are confident Watertown has just what you are looking for. Codington County Heritage Museum. Go where the locals go & visit WatertownSD.com. Here in Watertown, we’re always looking to the future. The quality of life continues to grow with our new outdoor shooting range, Prairie Lakes Specialty Clinic, Prairie Lakes Wellness Center, Premier Softball Complex, and coming soon, another indoor ice sheet for skating.

Enjoy your stay! Sincerely,

Sarah Caron Mayor

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On behalf of the Watertown Develop- The Watertown Convention & Visitors Bu- ment Company, we would like to extend reau would like to take this opportunity to a warm welcome to you. Whether you’re welcome you to Watertown. We would also planning a visit or considering moving like to thank you for considering Watertown your business to our community, the story as your destination. Whether you are consid- that surrounds Watertown’s success begins ering a visit for business or pleasure; travel- with a community that works together to ing with family, business colleagues, couples solve problems in a visionary manner. or solo, we hope you take time to explore From amazing facilities and outdoor our city. Watertown offers a variety of event space, hotels with exceptional service and recreation, to award winning health care amenities, incredible sports venues, two lakes CHRIS SCHILKEN and education, Watertown has it all; Great JULIE KNUTSON offering outdoor activities and breathtaking WATERTOWN infrastructure, a low cost of doing business, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR views, beautifully manicured parks, 30 miles DEVELOPMENT COMPANY a skilled workforce and family fun. Give us WATERTOWN of trails, 45 holes of golf. Not to mention an EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR a call at 605-884-0340 or 1-888-898-6767. CONVENTION & immersion of art, history and culture, diverse The Watertown Development Company VISTIORS BUREAU culinary selections, craft brew, wine and dis- team has helped a wide variety of compa- tilled spirits made right here in Watertown. nies navigate economic development projects. Your business can The Convention & Visitors Bureau is at your service and looking forward be the next success story in Watertown! to helping you plan your next visit to Watertown. For information call 800-658-4505, or check us out at visitwatertownsd.com. Chris Schilken Watertown Development Company We hope to see you soon!

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PROVIDING FITNESS FOR LIFE Providing Fitness For Life is our moto at the Prairie Lakes Wellness Center. As we enter into our third year in our beautiful facility we are always looking for the latest in fitness equipment and keeping up with today’s group and individual fitness trends. We are the facility Other Offerings that the whole family can enjoy as we truly offer something for Massage Therapy, Fitness Evaluations, Body Composition Tests, Open everyone. Customer service and a happy smile when you come in is & Family Swim / Adult Lap Swim, Whirlpool / Saunas / Steam Rooms, our goal and making your visit the best it absolutely can be. Come on Red Cross Swimming Lessons, Lifeguard Training / WSI Courses, in and see what everyone is talking about. Birthday Pool Parties, Community Room Rentals, Open Gym, Noon Jeremy Herrboldt, Recreation Programs Manager. Pick-up Basketball, Karate, Road Races / Triathlons TEAM LEAGUES Membership Offerings The Watertown Parks and Recreation host many leagues through- Basic Fitness, Fitness Plus, Annual Student, Day Pass Rates, Short out the year in the Active Heating Sports Zone at the Prairie Lakes Term Wellness Center including Basketball Leagues, Volleyball Leagues, We hope that the families of Watertown and surrounding area and Pickleball Leagues, Corn Hole Leagues, Dodgeball League, Wiffleball community guests will enjoy the many activities, events, classes and League and Raquetball League. more that PLWC has to offer.

Guests Welcomed!

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local services Wells Fargo Bank KJSD/KDSD/KESD Canine Connection community wellsfargo.com sdpb.org 418 11th Street NW BANKING cont’d 20 North Maple SD Public Radio (605) 884-0172 COST OF LIVING (605) 886-8466 (800) 456-0766 First Bank & Trust Smooch A Pooch Grooming Median Household Income bankeasy.com Branch Location KXLG by Sara Paulson Watertown: $47,664 1120 9th Avenue SE 1225 9th Avenue SE kxlgradio.com 1016 5th Avenue SE State of South Dakota: $52,078 (605) 882-8320 (605) 882-2090 835 Jenson Avenue (605) 868-9015 Source: U.S. Census Bureau (605) 753-9910 2012-2016 estimates First Premier Bank LIBRARY VETERINARIANS firstpremierbank.com TELEVISION STATIONS CARE Small Animal Relocation Calculator Watertown Regional Library I-29 and Hwy 212 KDLT (NBC) kdlt.com Hospital, PC The Salary Calculator powered watlib.org (605) 884-2010 (605) 361-5555 Dr. Mark Rieb by HomeFair.com: homefair. 160 6th Street NE Dr. Heidi Sorenson Branch Locations: com/calc/salcalc.html (605) 882-6220 KELO (CBS) kelotv.com 320 4th Street NE 24 5th Street SE (605) 336-1100 (605) 886-0898 WATERTOWN (605) 884-2010 MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT KESD (SDPB) sdpb.org Dakota Animal Clinic 1414 9th Avenue SE NEWSPAPERS The Watertown School District (605) 677-5861 Dr. Gene Kluck (605) 886-7593 Watertown Public Opinion serves 4,000 students in grades KSFY (ABC) ksfy.com 800 10th Street SW Great Western Bank thepublicopinion.com kindergarten through twelve. The (605) 336-1300 (605) 882-2210 greatwesternbank.com 120 3rd Avenue NW district has five elementary 35 1st Avenue NE (605) 886-6901 KTTW (FOX) kttw.com Glacial Lakes schools, Watertown Intermediate (605) 886-8401 Northeast South Dakota’s daily (605) 338-0017 Veterinary Clinic School, (grades 5-6), Watertown Dr. Andrea Hennen Middle School (grades 7-8), and Branch Location paper. Published Monday- PETS 1200 9th Avenue SE Watertown High School (grades Hwys 212 and 81 Saturday; eEdition: (605) 753-0876 9-12). Average elementary class (605) 886-8401 thepublicopinion.com/eedition/ Animal Control 23 2nd Street NE (City Hall) Howard Veterinary Clinic size: 23.3 students. Plains Commerce Bank Coteau Shopper (605) 882-6210 Dr. William Howard Watertown is a technology plainscommerce.com coteaushopper.com 1400 N. Hwy 20 leader as the first public school 109 1st Avenue SE PO Box 1176 Glacial Lakes (605) 882-4188 in the region to equip its 1,200 (605) 886-6966 (605) 882-1358 Humane Society Delivered to 23,500 1305 6th Avenue NW Lake Area Veterinary Clinic students and teachers in grades Branch Location: households every weekend. (605) 882-2247 Dr. Edward Larson 9-12 with a state-of-the-art 920 5th Street SE laptop computer as part of its RADIO STATIONS BOARDING AND GROOMING Dr. Roger Clement (605) 886-6966 Learning Without Limits Alpha Media Barkin Beauties Dr. Leroy Tesch initiative which began in 2001. Reliabank gowatertown.net 913 3rd Avenue NW 601 10th Street SW reliabank.com KDLO/KIXX/KKSD/ (605) 878-0329 (605) 886-5002 Central Administration 1401 4th Street NE watertown.k12.sd.us KSDR/KS93/KWAT Lakeview Kennel Watertown Animal (605) 886-6000 200 9th Street NE 921 9th Avenue SE Dog & Cat Boarding Clinic PA Branch Location: (605) 886-8444 1340 25th Street SW Dr. James Rokusek (605) 882-6312 Nutrition Service 830 10th Street SW KPHR (605) 882-3342 521 10th Street NW (605) 882-6325 (605) 886-7700 power106rocks.com (605) 886-2011 Prairie Sky Kennel 508 10th Avenue SE Special Education 17677 US Hwy 81 Westside Animal Clinic PA (605) 882-6312 (605) 884-3548 (605) 881-2749 Dr. Mei-Yao Louis Superintendent’s Office 1525 9th Avenue SW (605) 882-6312 (605) 878-7297 Transportation WatertownWorks.com or watertownsd.com (605) 882-6335

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Trinity Lutheran School Before & After Programs: Full-day, full-year Veteran’s Service Office community (Grades K-7) School Programs Head Start (3-5 year olds): (605) 882-6289 WATERTOWN 1715 1st Avenue SE Kidscope (A division of the 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Watertown Area SCHOOL DISTRICT cont’d (605) 882-3224 Boys and Girls Club) Half-day Head Start: Morning Special Olympics Watertown Christian School 1000 3rd Avenue NE and afternoon sessions; (605) 886-7387 Jefferson Elementary (Grades K-8) (605) 886-6666 Early Head Start (Prenatal-3 Watertown Area (605) 882-6390 watertownchristianschool.com State licensed before and after years): Home-based option. Transit, Inc. Lincoln Elementary 15 12th Avenue NE school program for school-age Dakota Horizon (605) 882-5287 (605) 882-6340 (605) 882-0949 children. Girl Scout Council Watertown Area McKinley Elementary The Boys and Girls Club United Way (605) 882-6350 Post-Secondary Schools (605) 886-6666 (605) 886-7768 Lake Area Technical Sioux Council (605) 886-5815 Mellette Elementary School year hours: 3:30 to 9:00 Watertown (605) 882-6385 Institute p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Boys Scouts lakeareatech.edu of America Community Foundation Roosevelt Elementary Thursday, Friday 3:30 to 6:30 (605) 882-3731 1201 Arrow Avenue NE p.m. Wednesday; 1:00 to 4:00 (605) 886-5337 (605) 882-6360 Watertown Watertown Intermediate (605) 882-5284 p.m. Saturday The Boys & Girls Club Mount Marty College (605) 886-6666 Volunteer Center School Summer Programs (605) 886-5270 (605) 882-6312 Watertown Campus mtmc.edu The Boys and Girls Club Adult Programs/ Watertown Middle School Senior Programs/ 3100 9th Avenue SW 1000 3rd Avenue NE Organizations (605) 882-6370 Organizations (605) 886-6777 (605) 886-6666 Adult Literacy Council Watertown High School Foster Grandparent USD Continuing Education Summer Hours: 7:30 a.m. to (605) 882-2444 (605) 882-6316 Program and Distance Education 6:00 p.m. Monday-Friday Alcoholics Anonymous (605) 886-9070 (605) 229-8320 Northeast Technical 230 11th Street NE Watertown Park American Cancer Society Retired & Senior High School (605) 882-5284, ext. 282 and Recreation Volunteer Program Northeast Technical High School (605) 882-2957 Childcare Providers (605) 882-6260 (605) 345-3741 is a cooperative effort of eight American Red Cross For a complete listing of all 60’s Plus Dining Program school districts in the Watertown Children’s Programs/ (605) 886-3420 day care and preschools, Meals On Wheels area offering technical vocational Organizations Beacon Center please contact the Department Codington County 4-H (605) 886-4300 305 East Kemp courses. of Social Services at (605) 882-6300 Courage Center (605) 882-2166 1311 3rd Avenue NE (605) 882-5000. D.A.R.E. 1-888-846-8253 Senior Activity Center (605) 882-6380 Lake Area Tech (605) 882-6210 Easter Seals Society (605) 886-7063 Daycare Center Private/Parochial Schools Interlakes Community (605) 882-3292 Senior Companions of SD 1226 Arrow Avenue NE Great Plains Action Head Start/Early 1-800-239-1210 (605) 882-6333 Habitat for Humanity Lutheran High School Head Start: Working together Watertown Area Council Hours: 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (605) 884-0366 gplhs.org with families to provide for the Aging Monday-Friday Prairie Lakes Hospice 1200 Luther Lane NE comprehensive, quality early (605) 882-7840 (605) 882-5000 (605) 886-0672 Little Blessings childhood services for infants, Rural Development For more information on Immaculate Conception Daycare & Preschool toddlers, preschoolers and (formerly FHA) services for seniors, contact School (Grades K-8) 1120 4th Street NE pregnant women. (605) 886-8202 Inter Lakes Community icschoolwatertown.org (605) 886-4113 7 8th Avenue SE The Salvation Army Action at (605) 886-7675 103 3rd Street SE Hours: 6:45 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., (605) 886-7674 (605) 886-4030 or Department of Social (605) 886-3883 Monday-Friday Services at (605) 882-5000. St. Martin’s Lutheran School (Grades K-8) stmartinschurch.com 1200 2nd Street NE WATERTOWN IS THE COUNTY SEAT OF CODINGTON COUNTY (605) 886-4976 WATERTOWN DEVELOPMENT COMPANY (605) 884-0340 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (605) 886-5814

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community Johnson Chiropractic Hearing Prairie Lakes Mental Health/Counseling Scott Johnson Professional Cardiology Clinic Dr. Mark Bontreger HEALTHCARE activator.com Hearing Services prairielakes.com 525 5th Street SE Watertown draws 75,000 from 1424 9th Avenue SE Todd Decker 401 9th Avenue NW (605) 882-0800 the surrounding areas for (605) 882-0100 405 18th Avenue NE (605) 882-7953 Bridgeway healthcare. You will find a Kiefer Chiropractic (605) 882-1591 Prairie Lakes Counseling Center service here for all of your Gary Kiefer Dermatology Clinic 600 4th Street NE Hospital healthcare needs, from dental Julia Konstant 401 9th Avenue NW (605)886-5262 Prairie Lakes and eye care to chiropractic and 808 2nd Street SW (605) 882-7800 Catholic Family Services Healthcare System mental health services. As (605) 886-4951 Prairie Lakes Ear, 309 2nd Avenue SE prairielakes.com northeastern South Dakota’s Konstant Nose & Throat Clinic (605) 886-6321 Meeting the healthcare needs regional medical center, Chiropractic Clinic 1201 Mickelson Drive Dakota Counseling of the region, the Prairie Lakes Watertown’s clinics and hospital Gary Konstant (605) 882-7740 & Mediation campus includes an 81-bed boast more than 100 healthcare Emma Konstant Prairie Lakes 1801 East Kemp Avenue Hospital, 24-hour Emergency practitioners (including outreach 1308 19th Street NE Home Health/Hospice (605) 753-5520 Department, Cancer Center, doctors) and provide services (605) 882-1131 prairielakes.com Glacial Lakes Professional Cardiology Clinic, Dermatology ranging from podiatry to Natural Motion 401 9th Avenue NW Counseling Services Clinic, Nephrology Clinic, radiology. In May 2007, (formerly Dagel Chiropractic) (605) 882-7745 525 5th Street SE Pulmonology Clinic, Urology Watertown began offering Denise Hall Prairie Lakes (605) 886-3845 Clinic, and many other cardiology services at Prairie 15 1st Avenue SE Nephrology Clinic Human Service Agency medical services. Lakes Cardiology Clinic. (605) 753-7780 prairielakes.com humanserviceagency.org Oien Family 401 9th Avenue NW 401 9th Avenue NW 123 19th Street NE Chiropractic Care Chiropractic Clinic (605) 882-7000 (605) 882-5455 (605) 886-0123 Bak Chiropractic Chris Oien Prairie Lakes Lutheran Social Services Brian Bak Medical droien.com Pulmonology Clinic lsssd.org 1 5th Street SE Brown Clinic 525 5th Street SE, Suite 2 prairielakes.com 1424 9th Avenue SE, Suite 7 (605) 882-4252 brownclinic.org (605) 886-8118 401 9th Avenue SW (605) 882-2740 Codington Family 506 1st Avenue SE Watertown Chiropractic (605) 882-7650 Solution Psychological Chiropractic (605) 886-8482 Bryan Dingsor Prairie Lakes Services, Inc. Kari Allen Northridge Branch 2320 9th Avenue SE Rehabilation Services Dr. Lyn Yexley, Ph.D. 1505 9th Avenue SE 511 14th Avenue NE (605) 882-2304 prairielakes.com 103 19th Street NE (605) 882-1822 (605) 886-8482 Watertown Wellness 401 9th Avenue NW (605) 878-2514 Deutsch Chiropractic & Glacial Lakes & Chiropractic Center (605) 882-7700 Rehabilitation Clinic Orthopaedics Joy Miller Prairie Lakes Ophthalmology Fred Deutsch 401 9th Avenue NW 502 Jenson Avenue SE Specialty Clinic Hanson-Moran Eye Clinic Kathleen Deutsch (605) 882-2630 605) 882-0747 401 9th Avenue NW Mike Moran 810 10th Street SW Innovative Pain (605) 882-7777 705 14th Avenue NE (605) 886-8650 Center Endodontics Prairie Lakes (605) 886-7722 HealthSource Chiropractic 1512 4th Street NE Prairie Ridge Urology Clinic Kunkel-Snyder Mike Hendricks 605-884-0100 Michael J. Hawley, DDS, MS prairielakes.com Optometric PC Nick Pillatzke 810 South Maple Street Prairie Lakes Matt Kunkel 401 9th Avenue NW 1024 29th Street SE (605) 878-0181 Cancer Center Beth Kunkel prairielakes.com (605) 882-6810 (605) 882-3726 Wayne Snyder 401 9th Avenue NW Sanford Health- 1225 4th Street NE (605) 882-6800 Watertown Clinic sanfordclinicwatertown.com (605) 882-4175 901 4th Street NW (605) 886-8471 WATERTOWN DEVELOPMENT COMPANY (605) 884-0340 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (605) 886-5814

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community CHURCHES CHRISTIAN CHURCH LIVING FAITH REFORMED Watertown CHRISTIAN CENTER Convenant ADVENTIST Christian Church Living Faith Reformed Church HEALTHCARE Seventh Day Adventist 201 Golf Course Road Christian Center 15 12th Avenue NE Optical cont’d 305 9th Avenue NE (605) 886-2418 13 17th Street SW (605) 878-4567 Johnson Eye (605) 882-0544 (605) 886-3625 Hope for Life & Vision Clinic CHRISTIAN Community Church Michael Johnson ASSEMBLY OF GOD MISSIONARY ALLIANCE LUTHERAN 905 7th Avenue NE 700 9th Avenue SE Christian Life The Bridge Apostolic Lutheran Church (605) 881-8757 (605) 882-9424 Assembly of God Church 810 Jensen Avenue SE 101 McLaughlin Street Meier Visual Clinic 201 South Broadway (605) 868-6056 (605) 881-6319 UNITED CHURCH (605) 886-3392 Brad Meier CHURCH OF CHRIST Grace Lutheran OF CHRIST 26 5th Street NE Church (ELCA) First Congregational BAPTIST Church of Christ (605) 882-2220 202 2nd Street SE United Church of Christ First Baptist Church 1103 4th Street NE Pearle Vision (605) 886-5737 121 1st Avenue SE 111 14th Avenue NE (605) 886-4559 901 29th Street SE Hosanna Lutheran Church (605) 886-6994 (605) 886-4863 (605) 882-2020 CHURCH OF 1617 14th Avenue NE Freedom Independent UNITED Vision Care Associates JESUS CHRIST (605) 237-8399 Baptist Church PENTECOSTAL 1520 4th Street NE OF LATTER DAY SAINTS Lutheran Church of Our 501 East Kemp Jesus Church (North Hwy 81) Church of Jesus Christ Redeemer (ELCA) (605) 886-7206 500 14th Avenue NW (605) 882-1818 of Latter Day Saints 2001 2nd Street NW Friendship 1200 19th Street SE (605) 882-3814 Watertown Family (605) 886-2696 Baptist Church (605) 882-2299 Eyecare Mount Olive Lutheran WESLEYAN 905 7th Avenue NE Aimee Schultz EPISCOPAL Church (Missouri Synod) Evangelical (605) 868-0643 22 19th Street SE Trinity Episcopal Church 715 2nd Street NE Wesleyan Church Harvest Baptist Church (605) 753-3937 203 East Kemp (605) 886-5671 45557 176th Street 402 East Kemp (605) 886-3803 Weiss Eyecare Clinic (605) 753-0246 Saint Martin’s Lutheran (605) 868-2214 Church (Wisconsin Synod) GracePoint Watertown Melanie Weiss EVANGELICAL FREE Prairie Lakes 1200 2nd Street NE 1616 3rd Avenue NE weisseyecareclinic.com CHURCH OF AMERICA Baptist Church (605) 886-2928 (605) 886-3779 1300 19th Street NE New Life Evangelical 1230 19th Street NE Trinity Lutheran Church (605) 882-0808 Free Church (605) 882-0946 1800 East Kemp WEATHER (800) 338-9664 1530 North Highway 20 (605) 886-2976 Orthodontics CATHOLIC (605) 886-1977 Average winter Holy Name Church METHODIST temperature: VanLaecken Orthodontics FOURSQUARE 1009 Skyline Drive Cornerstone 21.2 degrees Ryan K. VanLaecken, DDS Family Worship Center (605) 886-2628 United Methodist Church Robert S. VanLaecken, DDS Foursquare Church Average summer Immaculate 1350 11th Street NE Nate T. VanLaecken, DDS 1120 4th Street NE temperature: Conception Church (605) 886-2242 Robert A. Arnold, DDS (605) 886-2510 80.1 degrees 600 4th Street NE, Suite 103 110 3rd Street SE First United Methodist Church (605) 882-1500 (605) 886-9607 JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES 4 2nd Avenue SE Average annual Watertown Mother of God Monastery Jehovah’s Witnesses (605) 886-4427 precipitation: Kingdom Hall 20.04 inches Community Orthodontics Beneditine Sisters PRESBYTERIAN 3000 9th Avenue SE 6 South Broadway, 110 28th Avenue SE Presbyterian Church Altitude: (605) 886-6216 Watertown (605) 882-6600 905 7th Avenue NE 1,742 feet above sea level (605) 886-5035 (605) 886-8990 (800) 338-9664

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Current weather Midco: Cable Television, Watertown Area MAJOR Jenkins Living Center and forecast: Local and Long Distance Transit, Inc. EMPLOYERS jenkinslivingcenter.com Telephone Service, (for travel within full continuum of care thepublicopinion.com EMPLOYER, PRODUCT/ Internet Service, including Watertown city limits) for the elderly ...... 270 SERVICE, EMPLOYEES Road conditions: High-Speed Broadband 205 1st Avenue NE Watertown School District Dakota Bodies Call 511 latest road 222 9th Avenue SE (605) 882-5287 wtn.k12.sd.us dakotabodies.com ...... 242 conditions in South Dakota (800) 888-1300 Aberdeen: (605) 626-2282 ROADWAYS education ...... 910 Dakota Tube Inc. Sioux Falls: (605) 367-5707 Vast Broadband: Cable Watertown is strategically Terex Utilites Inc. dakotatube.com Television, Local and Long located on Interstate 29 and U.S. terex.com manufacturer of hydraulic Distance Telephone Service, Highway 212. State highways 20 community manufacturer of truck- and mechanical tube Internet Service, including and 81 also provide easy access mounted aerial devices fabrication ...... 180 UTILITIES High-Speed Broadband to and from Watertown. and Digger Derrick’s ...... 567 Persona 22 2nd Street SE TAXI SERVICE Prairie Lakes persona-inc.com Watertown Municipal (605) 753-7430 manufacturer of interior Utilities Department Lake City Cab Company Healthcare System TELEPHONE and exterior signage ...... 152 901 4th Avenue SW (605) 886-0080 prairielakes.com SERVICES – CELLULAR (605) 882-6233 health care ...... 547 Brown Clinic AT&T Wireless Hours: Monday-Friday Hy-Vee Supermarket brownclinic.org 1414 9th Avenue NE 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. employment grocery ...... 485 patient-focused healthcare ..150 (605) 882-1111 City of Watertown ESCO Procellular EMPLOYMENT PREMIER Bankcard (Sewer and garbage collection) escomanufacturing.com 1052 29th Street SE AGENCIES firstpremier.com/index 1300 11th Street SE sub-prime credit card wholesale sign (605) 882-9090 Express Employment (605) 882-6241 provider ...... 380 manufacturing ...... 120 Sprint PCS expresspros.com Dynamic Engineering Landfill 1521 9th Avenue SE 1018 14th Street SE City of Watertown dynamicengineering.net (From Hwys 212 and 81 (605) 886-0951 (605) 878-0999 watertownsd.us machining job shop ...... 119 junction: 3 miles south, Verizon Wireless SD Department of Labor city administration and 1 mile east) 2643 10th Avenue SE and Regulation, Watertown maintenance ...... 336 Miller Electric 45605 175th Street Manufacturing Company (605) 878-2355 2001 9th Avenue SW, Suite 200 Worthington Industries (605) 882-6219 millerwelds.com 945 29th Street SE (605) 882-5131 worthingtonindustries.com Hours: Monday-Saturday manufacturer of (605) 878-2355 sdjobs.org manufacturer of operator 8 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Career Listings oxy-fuel cutting and AIR protective structures Average monthly thepublicopinion.com welding equipment ...... 106 1 Vision Aviation and cabs...... 320 watertownworks.com/work/jobs/ Wurth Electronics ...... 104 residential utility cost: 704 West Airport Drive Sparton Corporation Includes electricity, garbage, (605) 882-5757 2920 Kelly Avenue water and gas: $167.00 Municipal Airport PO Box 430 ...... 272 Average 2017 2416 Boeing Avenue TELEVISION, TELEPHONE (605) 882-6209 AND INTERNET SERVICE BUS Century Link: Local and Jefferson Lines Long Distance Telephone (for travel outside WE INVITE YOU TO COME SEE WHY Service, Internet Service, Watertown area) including High-Speed 3801 9th Avenue SE WATERTOWN WORKS FOR YOU! Broadband DS (605) 886-5868 1-800-244-1111

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government ELECTED Codington County Representative: Driver’s License OFFICIALS Courthouse Nancy York, Republican You must obtain a South Dakota 14 1st Avenue SE driver’s license within 90 days of TAXES City Senator: (605) 882-6255 establishing your residency in South Dakota has no corporate (City officials as of May 2019.) Lee Schoenbeck, Republican Commissioners Watertown. income tax, no inventory tax, no National The City of Watertown is a Chairperson: personal income tax and no South Dakota’s U.S. Driver’s Exam Station municipal corporation governed Myron Johnson Hours: Tuesday-Friday personal property tax. by an elected 10 member City Congressional Delegation Vice Chairperson: 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Motor Vehicle Tax: 4% on the Council. U.S. Representative: Brenda Hanten 2001 9th Avenue SW purchase price or fair market City Hall Dusty Johnson, Republican 1-800-952-3696 value (whichever is greater) of Commissioners: Phone: (202) 225-2801 23 2nd Street NE License Tags motor vehicles, recreational (605) 882-6200 Lee Gabel Fax: (202) 228-5765 vehicles and motor homes Charlie Waterman Tags can be purchased 90 days U.S. Senator: Mayor Troy VanDusen in advance at the Codington Property Tax: 2011 average Sarah Caron John Thune, Republican County Treasurer’s Office. Bring taxes on a home with a market State Phone: (866) 850-3855 your registration with you. Cost Council President value of $100,000 (assuming Governor: Fax: (202) 228-5429 of license depends on the weight owner-0ccupied reduction) was Bruce Buhler Kristi Noem, Republican U.S. Senator: and year of the vehicle and on approximately $1,400. (605) 773-3212 Alderpersons Mike Rounds, Republican the date of registration. Ward A ...... Mike Danforth (elected 2018) Sales & Use Tax: 6.5% Phone: (202) 224-5842 14 1st Avenue SE Don Roby Legislature: South Dakota is 4.5% state, 2% city Fax: (202) 224-7482 (605) 882-6285 Ward B ...... Adam Lalim served by a 35-district VOTER Jon Solum legislature that meets each year REGISTRATION beginning the second Tuesday Ward C ...... Brad Thorson of January. You must be 18 years old, a Beth Mantey citizen of the United States One senator and two PUBLIC SAFETY and a resident of Watertown to Ward D ...... Josh Weyh representatives who serve register to vote. You must be Bruce Buhler two-year terms represent each Ambulance Service ...... 911 or (605) 886-7759 registered 15 days prior to an Ward E ...... Glen Vilhauer of South Dakota’s districts. Emergency (police, fire) ...... 911 Watertown is located in District 5 election in order to vote in that Dan Albertson Non-Emergency election. (elected 2018) and is County represented by the following: Fire...... (605) 886-4733 Codington County Watertown is the seat of Police ...... (605) 882-6210 Auditor’s Office Codington County that is served Representative: Search & Dive Rescue ...... (605) 886-6272 14 1st Avenue SE by five commissioners who are Hugh Bartels, Republican Sheriff’s Office ...... (605) 882-6280 (605) 882-6297 elected to four-year terms.

local services: HOUSING The average residential sale price of a home in Watertown is $168,239. Source: Northeast Area SD Association of Realtors.

Property Taxes: Within the city limits of Watertown: $13.375 per 1,000 (mill rate) owner occupied. Source: Codington County Treasurer Office. Watertown City Planning ...... (605) 882-6202 NESD Association of Realtors ...... (605) 753-0117 Watertown Housing Authority ...... (605) 886-7731

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POPULATION WATERTOWN SOUTH DAKOTA DEMOGRAPHICS Total health care and social assistance receipts/revenue, 2012 ($1,000)(c) ...... D ...... 6,211,731 Total manufacturers shipments, POPULATION WATERTOWN SOUTH DAKOTA 2012 ($1,000)(c) ...... 1,025,373 ...... 16,882,647 July 1, 2019 ...... NA ...... 884,659 Total merchant wholesaler sales, July 1, 2018 ...... 22,153 ...... 882,235 2012 ($1,000)(c) ...... 485,203 ...... 20,411,059 April 1, 2010 ...... NA ...... 814,198 Total retail sales, 2012 ($1,000) (c) ...... 630,949 ...... 13,791,827 April 1, 2010 ...... 21,532 ...... 814,198 Total retail sales per capita, 2012 (c) ...... $28,939 ...... $16,550 April 1, 2010-to July 1, 2019 ...... NA ...... 8.7% TRANSPORTATION April 1, 2010-July 1, 2018 ...... 2.9% ...... 8.4% Mean travel time to work Population, Census, April 1, 2010 ...... 21,482 ...... 814,180 (minutes), workers age 16 years+, 2014-2018 ...... 12.8 ...... 17.0 AGE AND SEX Persons under 5 years ...... 6.7% ...... 7.0% INCOME & POVERTY Persons under 18 years ...... 24.1 ...... 24.7% Median household income Persons 65 years and over ...... 16.8% ...... 16.6% (in 2018 dollars), 2014-2018 ...... $49,870 ...... $56,499 Female persons ...... 51.1% ...... 49.5% Per capita income in past 12 months (in 2018 dollars), RACE AND HISPANIC ORIGIN 2014-2018 ...... $29,230 ...... $29,801 White alone ...... 94.2% ...... 84.4% Persons in poverty, percent ...... 14.0% ...... 13.1% Black or African American alone ...... 0.8% ...... 2.4% BUSINESSES American Indian and Alaska Native alone...... 2.5% ...... 9.0% Total employer establishments, 2017 ...... X ...... 27,0991 Asian alone ...... 0.5% ...... 1.7% Total employment, 2017 ...... X ...... 359,6431 Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone ...... 0.1% ...... 0.1% Total annual payroll, 2017 ($1,000) ...... X ...... 14,719,4221 Two or More Races ...... 2.0% ...... 2.4% Total employment, 2016-2017 ...... X ...... 0.5% Hispanic or Latino ...... 2.6% ...... 4.1% Total non employer establishments, 2017 ...... X ...... 66,713 White alone, not Hispanic or Latino ...... 92.3% ...... 81.4% All firms, 2012...... 2,485 ...... 81,314

POPULATION CHARACTERISTICS Men-owned firms, 2012 ...... 1,073 ...... 42,418 Veterans, 2014-2018 ...... 1,821 ...... 59,243 Women-owned firms, 2012 ...... 873 ...... 23,722 Foreign born persons, 2014-2018 ...... 1.6% ...... 3.5% Minority-owned firms, 2012 ...... 29 ...... 4,101 HOUSING Non minority-owned firms, 2012 ...... 2,328 ...... 74,228 Housing units, July 1, 2018 ...... X ...... 397,526 Veteran-owned firms, 2012 ...... 193 ...... 8,604 Owner-occupied housing unit rate, 2014-2018 ...... 61.0% ...... 68.1% Non veteran-owned firms, 2012 ...... 2,082 ...... 66,219 Median value of owner-occupied GEOGRAPHY housing units, 2014-2018 ...... $162,600 ...... $159,100 Population per square mile, 2010 ...... 1,231.3 ...... 10.7 Median selected monthly owner Land area in square miles, 2010 ...... 17.45 ...... 775,811.00 costs-with a mortgage, 2014-2018 ...... $1,153 ...... $1,298 FIPS Code ...... 4669300 ...... 46 Median selected monthly owner costs -without a mortgage, 2014-2018 ...... $447 ...... $471 Value Notes Median gross rent, 2014-2018 ...... $743 ...... $722 Building permits, 2018 ...... X ...... 4,963 1. Includes data not distributed by county. FAMILIES & LIVING ARRANGEMENTS Estimates are not comparable to other geographic levels due to methodology differ- Households, 2014-2018 ...... 9,545 ...... 341,565 ences that may exist between different data sources. Persons per household, 2014-2018 ...... 2.26 ...... 2.43 Some estimates presented here come from sample data, and thus have sampling errors Living in same house 1 year ago, that may render some apparent differences between geographies statistically indistin- percent of persons age guishable. Click the Quick Info icon to throw in TABLE view to learn about sampling 1 year+, 2014-2018 ...... 82.4% ...... 84.0% error. Language other than English The vintage year (e.g., V2019) refers to the final year of the series (2010 thru 2019). spoken at home, age 5 years+, 2014-2018 ...... 2.0% ...... 6.5% Different vintage years of estimates are not comparable. COMPUTERWATERTOWN AND INTERNET DEVELOPMENT USE COMPANY (605) 884-0340Fact Notes CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (605) 886-5814 Households with a computer, (a) Includes persons reporting only one race percent, 2014-2018 ...... 87.6% ...... 86.8% (b) Hispanics may be of any race, so also are included in applicable race categories Households with a broadband (c) Economic Census - Puerto Rico data are not comparable to U.S. Economic Internet subscription, percent 2014-2018 ...... 77.3% ...... 78.0% Census data EDUCATION Value Flags High school graduate or higher, percent of persons – Either no or too few sample observations were available to compute an age 25 years+, 2014-2018 ...... 91.6% ...... 91.7% estimate, or a ratio of medians cannot be calculated because one or both of the Bachelor’s degree or higher, median estimates falls in the lowest or upper in open ended distribution. percent of persons D Suppressed to avoid disclosure of confidential information age 25 years+, 2014-2017 ...... 21.90% ...... 28.5% F Fewer than 25 firms HEALTH FN Footnote on this item in place of data With a disability, under age 65 years, N Data for this geographic area cannot be displayed because the number of percent, 2014-2018 ...... 10.9% ...... 8.1 sample cases is too small. Persons without health insurance, NA Not available under age 65 years, percent ...... 7.2% ...... 11.6% S Suppressed; does not meet publication standards ECONOMY X Not applicable In civilian labor force, total, percent of population Z Value greater than zero but less than half unit of measure shown age 16 years+, 2014-2018 ...... 70..4% ...... 68.1% In civilian labor force, female, QuickFacts data are derived from: Population Estimates, American Community percent of population age 16 years+, 2014-2018 ...... 64.0% ...... 64.2% Survey, Census of Population and Housing, Current Population Survey, Small Total accommodation and food Area Health Insurance Estimates, Small Area Income and Estimates, State and services sales, 2012 ($1,000) (c) ...... 57,342 ...... 1,873,699 County Housing Unit Estimates, County Business Patterns, Nonemployer Statistics, Economic Census, Survey of Business Owners, Building Permits.

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Wellness Center December 2020 14 Early Out Zoo Enrichment This calendar is subject to change without notice. 4 Northeast Artist Network, Classes, Bramble Park Zoo Watertown Regional Library 20 City Awards Banquet 4 -6 Winter Wonderland, 26-28 NSAA Men’s & Women’s Final October 2020 22 Fall Zoo School, Stokes Thomas City Park 4 Basketball Championships Bramble Park Zoo 1-31 “Sundown” Returns 5 -6 Swim Meet, Prairie Lakes March 2021 to the Redlin Gallery, 23 Fall Zoo School, Wellness Center Redlin Art Center Bramble Park Zoo 5 Second City Comedy Troupe, 8 Watertown Photography Club, Goss Opera House 1 Fall Zoo School, 23-24 The Haunted Forest Watertown Regional Library Bramble Park Zoo 17678 459th Ave 11 Early Out Zoo Enrichment 9 Fiddles & Friends Christmas Classes, Bramble Park Zoo 2 Northeast Artist Network, 24 Sacred Hoops Camp, Show, Goss Opera House Watertown Regional Library Prairie Lakes Wellness Center 13 Adult Basketball & 3 on 3 10 Arts Night at the Pub, Tournament, Prairie Lakes 2 SD Symphony Orchestra, 28 Early Out Zoo Enrichment Dempseys Goss Opera House Classes, Bramble Park Zoo Wellness Center 10 Cowboy Christmas an Old- 13 Nashville Celts (St. Patrick’s 2 Fall Zoo School, 31 Pacesetter Basketball Fashioned Concert & Dance, Day), Goss Opera House Bramble Park Zoo Tournament, Prairie Lakes Goss Opera House Wellness Center 20 Tantric, Full Force Face First, 2 -3 Round Robin Resale, In the 11- 13 WYSA Indoor Soccer Names Without Numbers, old ShopKo Building 31 The Dweebs Halloween Tournament, Field House Costume Party, Goss Opera House 3 Sacred Hoops Camp, 11- 13 Winter Wonderland, Goss Opera House 27-28 Sacred Hoops TryOuts, Prairie Lakes Wellness Center Stokes Thomas City Park 3- 4 1st Annual Fall Shootout 31 Fall Coin & Currency Show, Prairie Lakes Wellness Center Elks Lodge 12 Create 2020 Feather Trees soccer tournament, with Brandy April 2021 Anza Soccer Complex November 2020 12 Breakfast with Santa, 3-4 JO Volleyball, Prairie Lakes 4 Ambush Basketball, 1 Pacesetter Basketball Bramble Park Zoo Wellness Center Prairie Lakes Wellness Center Tournament, Prairie Lakes 17 A Christmas Carol, 9-10 NSAA Super 6 Volleyball 8 Arts Night at the Pub, Wellness Center Goss Opera House Tournament, Watertown Civic Dempseys 5 Fall Zoo School, 18 -19 Sacred Hoops Basketball Arena 10 Sacred Hoops Camp, Bramble Park Zoo Tournament, Prairie Lakes 10 Trilogy, Goss Opera House Prairie Lakes Wellness Center 6 Northeast Artist Network, Wellness Center 17-18 JO Volleyball, Prairie Lakes 10 Create 2020- Halloween Fun Watertown Regional Library 18-20 Winter Wonderland, Wellness Center with Frosting with Joy 6 Fall Zoo School, Stokes Thomas City Park 23 Early Out Zoo Enrichment 11 Ambush Basketball, Bramble Park Zoo 20 The Continental Ballet Classes, Bramble Park Zoo Prairie Lakes Wellness Center 6- 7 JO Volleyball Cam & Elite, Company’s Nutcracker Ballet, 23 SD Symphony, Goss Opera 13 Watertown Photography Club, Prairie Lakes Wellness Center Goss Opera House House Watertown Regional Library 6 -8 Menopause the Musical, 23-27 Winter Wonderland, 15 Fall Zoo School, Goss Opera House Stokes Thomas City Park May 2021 Bramble Park Zoo 10 Watertown Photography Club, 7-9 Dakota Niners Basketball 15 6th Annual Celebrating Life, Watertown Regional Library January 2021 Tournament, Prairie Lakes Prairie Lakes Healthcare 11 Annual Veterans Day Print 2 Ambush Tournament, PLWC Wellness Center System Giveaway, Redlin Art Center 9-10 Swim Meet, Prairie Lakes 8 Mount Marty University 16 Fall Zoo School, 12 Fall Zoo School, Wellness Center Graduation Bramble Park Zoo Bramble Park Zoo 12 Chamber Annual Meeting & 8 Tigirlily Acoustic, 17 Sacred Hoops Camp, 12 Arts Night at the Pub, Dessert Auction, Goss Opera House Prairie Lakes Wellness Center Dempseys Watertown Event Center 15-16 Taekwondo Tournament, 17 Rooster Rush! South Dakota 13 Fall Zoo School, 15 Eclipse, Goss Opera House Prairie Lakes Wellness Center Pheasant Opener Bramble Park Zoo 19 East of Westerville & Kenny 29 Burlap Wolf King & Matt 17 Fall Fest Concert to Benefit 14 Create 2020 – Block Printed Putnam, Goss Opera House Gauger, Goss Opera House Joy Ranch Christmas Cards with Anne 17 -18 Vendor & Craft Market, 14 Pickleball Tournament, Due to the COVID-19 Epidemic some of these events may Watertown Mall Prairie Lakes Wellness Center have been canceled, please visit our website for updates.

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