August 22, 2019 Quick Links Custer Chamber Website Custer Connections Custer Chamber Facebook Custer Chamber's Tw itter "August is like the Sunday of summer." -Unknown Custer Chamber's YouTube With summer officially ending in almost exactly a month, weekends are becoming last-minute hurrahs as many of us grow anxious knowing that trips with family/friends, lake days, and summer Custer Chamber's Pinterest cookouts are coming to an end. It's similar to that all-too-familiar Sunday night feeling, knowing Monday morning is staring you in the face. However, it's not too late to enjoy this last bit of Cham ber Staff summer, or look back on all the fun that was had so far. Here are some of the summer activities that the Chamber staff did these last few months. Dolsee Davenport Executive Director Dawn - I participated in the Custer State Park Trail Challenge again this year by taking a different [email protected] trail each weekend. I love getting out in the beautiful Black Hills and enjoying the peace and Dawn Murray tranquility after a busy week at the office. Office & Events Assistant [email protected] Marcus - I was able to check off more high points on my list this summer as I hiked to: Odakota Mountain, Buckhorn Mountain, Grand Vista, Elk Mountain, Beecher Rock, Twin Sisters, Signal Hill, Fred Baumann Information Associate Round Mountain, Cicero Peak, and Custer Mountain. My favorite was Cicero Peak because the [email protected] view looking to the south is beautiful with the Hills sloping down to the southern plains. Karen Heuer Information Associate Dolsee - I got to eat several delicious meals at some of our seasonal restaurants this summer. I [email protected] love that Custer has such awesome places to eat, and I always enjoy eating out and trying new foods. Pat Hattervig Information Associate [email protected] Karen - We had a great time at the Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo this summer which has been named #1 Zoo in the world by TripAdvisor. Making our visit to Omaha awesome was the customer service Marcus Heerdt we experienced everywhere we went. The hotel, every restaurant, attraction and retail Information Associate establishment set a great example of top-notch customer service. [email protected] Fred - My brother and sister-in-law spent a week with me with relaxing and doing the sites. He bar- b-qed, we also had great meals in town and CSP and all the time staying out of the flood. Pat - Looking forward to taking an upcoming vacation, location a secret. Then when summer is over try to see what retired folks actually do for fun. Have had a great summer with lots of 2019 interesting folks from all over the world. Board of Directors Steve Olson - President John Stahl - VP Amy Bailey - Treasurer Amanda Allcock Jim Ashmore Diane Dennis Steve Engelbrecht Weekly Inspiration Corey Virtue Bobbi Schmidt Corbin Herman - City Liaison Mark Naugle - School Liaison Leah Scott - BID Liaison Kobee Stalder- CSP Liaison Kobee Stalder- CSP Liaison Mixer Schedule Stay Connected Help Wanted Chamber Happenings Pacer Minerals has a job opening for a Mining Equipment Operator. Must have experience operating loaders and excavators. Training will be provided on all other mining equipment. Email resume to [email protected] or apply in person at 25429 US Hwy 385, Custer, SD. 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Thanks to generous donations from the Oswald Family Foundation, Black Hills Energy, and other sponsors, the BHP is bringing this special event taking place over Labor Day Weekend to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Custer State Park. This poignant story of Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry David Thoreau has proven to be a resounding success. It has been heralded as "One of the Most Striking Performances" by the Minneapolis Star Tribune, and by critics as "...truly one of the special and unique theatre experiences ever...". Nature was co-written by the four times great-grandson of Ralph Waldo Emerson, who also plays his famous grandfather in the show. Other cast members include his two young sons, who are, of course, also Emerson descendants. The "walking" part of the play happens as audience members walk between four sets installed in a meadow located by the State Game Lodge. As each act concludes, actors and audience members travel to next the next scene accompanied by musicians playing period pieces and a community chorus. Local young actress, Isabella Naasz was chosen to play Elly, the daughter of Emerson. To make the experience more enjoyable, the TigerLionArts suggests the following. Wear comfortable shoes as you will be walking. The walk is not on strenuous terrain, but sensible shoes are desirable. Please bring your water bottle or water container. The show goes on rain or shine, so if it looks like rain, bring some rain gear. Children are welcome and encouraged to attend. This play is perfect for families as it is outside and engaging for kids. Also, kids 18 and under go free. Bring a blanket to sit on and carry from set to set. Chairs are not necessary as all the action is easy to see and hear. Allow yourself plenty of time for parking and walking to the reception area, where you Allow yourself plenty of time for parking and walking to the reception area, where you will find water and restrooms nearby. The show is 90 minutes with no intermission. Come early for a 30-minute pre-show performance that includes bagpiping and choral music to enjoy. Nature is an extraordinary, family-friendly journey that co-mingles story, spirit, and nature, as a means to reconnect its audience with the natural world. In 2019 Custer State Park will celebrate its 100th birthday. In 2020, the Black Hills Playhouse will have been in the Park for 75 years. This long-standing partnership has resulted in decades of cultural experiences in Custer State Park. Ticket prices for adults are $15 and children are free. These low ticket prices are available because of the support of our generous sponsors. PERFORMANCES: Thursday, August 29th at 6:00 p.m., Friday, August 30th at 6:00 p.m., Saturday, August 31st at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, August 31st at 6:00 p.m., and Sunday, September 1st at 2:00 p.m.The play is approximately 90 minutes long. Tickets and information on Nature can be found at blackhillsplayhouse.com or by calling the box office Monday-Friday, between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm, 605 255-4141.