Christmas in the Valley 2022 offers holiday fun for all

Tis the season for holiday spirit! All over the community the hustle and bustle of the holidays has already begun. Businesses are gearing up for the busy season and the Valley City Chamber of Commerce has planned events to help spread some joy.

Families and individuals can come out to Veteran’s Park on November 25th as the City of Valley City puts on the annual tree lighting. All of the park will be lit up starting at 5:30 PM that Friday and will stay up throughout the holiday season.

Beginning December 1st, 2022, the Chamber will start Christmas in the Valley by hosting the annual Parade of Lights at 6 PM. The parade will start on North Central Ave and go all the way south to 4th Street. There will be food vendors set up downtown from 5 PM till around 7:30 PM for anyone interested in some good food.

WEEKLY ONGOING EVENTS/REMINDERS:

*The Barnes County Veteran Service Office will be relocating from the Barnes County Courthouse to 575 10th Street SW, Suite #7, Valley City, ND. The office will be open to the public starting Wednesday, November 30th. If you need assistance we will be available by phone at 701-8458511.

* Little Liners Basketball offers teaching of the fundamental basketball skills to boys and girls grades K-3 with one hour practices on December 4, 18, January 15, 29 and February 5 at the Hi-Liner Activity Center. To register contact Tyler VanBruggen at tvbagent@gmail.com or call 701-840-8430.

* Dacotah Bank will be holding a Food Drive through November 29th. They are collecting food items in lobby of the bank, 240 3rd St NW, Valley City, to be donated to the VCSU Student Resource Pantry. For more information call 701-845-2712.

* Dacotah Bank is sponsoring the Community Gift Tree with gifts dropped off to the bank at 240 3rd St NW, Valley City by December 16th. For more information call Dalene Brock at 701-8452712.

*Valley City Optimist Club Roller Skating Sunday night’s from 6-8 p.m. at the Rec Center, 140 4th St SW, Valley City. No outside roller skates or roller blades allowed. Adults skate free with accompained by a child. Rental options available for parties or events. For more information call 701-490-0828.

*St. Catherine Quilters make quilts for those in need, meeting every Thursday from 1-4:30 p.m. and 6:30-9 p.m. in the basement gym of St. Catherine School. All are welcome, no experience necessary and supplies are provided. Questions call Christine 701-840-2580 or Lela 701845-8352.

* Celebrate Recovery, a christ centered 12-step program for every hurt, habit or hang-up meets 6:15 p.m. free will donation meal, 7 p.m. large group, 8 p.m. small group with childcare available at Connect Church, 320 Central Avenue South in Valley City. For more information call Donnie at 701840-2375 or Erin 701-2136834.

*AA Fellowship Corner Meeting Schedule: Monday 8 p.m., Tuesday 6 p.m., Wednesday noon, Friday noon, Saturday 8 p.m. For more information call 701-845-3705. The meetings are held at 320 2nd Ave SE in Valley City.

*Barnes County Museum, is open and welcoming visitors from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday, closed on Sundays. The museum is located at 315 Central Ave N, Valley City. Call Wes at 701-845-0966 for tour and additional information.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Fri., Nov. 25

• Valley City Chamber invites all to enjoy Christmas in the Valley kickoff with Tree Lighting at Veterans Park, 5:30 p.m., Friday, November 25th.

• Sodbuster Saloon 4th annual Predator and Varmint Hunt registration will be held Friday, November 25th from 4-7 p.m. with hunting starting at 6 p.m. Animal check-in deadline is no later than 6 p.m. Saturday, November 26th. Meal served after the hunt at The Sodbuster Saloon in Sibley, ND.

• VCBC Public Library Activities: No school movie day showing The Good Dinosaur, 11 a.m.

• Valley City Firemen’s Ball will be held Nov. 25th at the VC Eagles Club.

• Barnes County Senior Center activities and meal info: 9:30 a.m. Bone Builders, 1 p.m. bingo. Ring sausage, mashed potatoes, sauerkraut, fresh fruit.

Sat., Nov. 26

• VCBC Public Library Activities: 10:30 a.m. LEGO Club.

• Barnes County Senior Center activities and meal info: Wisconsin cheddar cheese soup, ham sandwich w/cheese, broccoli florets, cookie.

Sun., Nov. 27

• The Valley Troubadours Christmas Concert will be held at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Lisbon, ND, on Sunday, November 27th at 4 p.m. The concert is open to the public with free will donation.

• Barnes County Senior Center activities and meal info: Pork roast, mashed potatoes/gravy, baby carrots, fruity Jello.

Mon., Nov. 28

• VC Lion’s meeting will be held Nov. 28, 6:30 p.m., at the VC Eagles Club.

• Barnes County Senior Center activities and meal info: 1:15 p.m. Whist. Hamburger on bun, Yukon potatoes, baked beans, tropical fruit.

Tues., Nov. 29

• VCHS Speech Team information meeting will be held November 29, 3:30 p.m. in the Speech Room on VCHS. Questions or more information email Coach Abby Ingstad at abby.ingstad@k12.nd.us.

• A Open Table Community Meal will be served on Tuesday, November 29, 5:30 p.m., in the dining room of Epworth United Methodist Church, 680 8th Ave SW, Valley City. The event is free and open to the public with all welcome to attend. For more information call church office at 701-845-0340. Food is served until 6:30 p.m. or until food runs out.

• VCBC Public Library Activities: 10:30 a.m. Next Chapter Book Club.

• Barnes County Senior Center activities and meal info: 1:15 p.m. Pinochle tournament. Roast beef, mashed potatoes/gravy, corn, dinner roll, yellow cake.

Wed., Nov. 30

• VCBC Public Library Activities: 10 a.m. Circle Time, 10:30 a.m. Story Hour; 4 p.m. Book Club.

• Barnes County Senior Center activities and meal info: 9:30 a.m. Bone Builders, 1:15 p.m. Whist. Chili, cornbread, lettuce salad, apple slices.

• 16th Annual “Sounds of the Season” Brown Bagger Series, 12: 10 to 12:50 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 138 3rd St. N.W. in Valley City. Judy Karch will be the featured performer. Bring your lunch or just come to listen to the music of the holiday season and enjoy provided refreshments.

Thurs., Dec. 1

• Valley City Chamber of Commerce invite all to enjoy Christmas in the Valley with our annual Parade of Lights Thursday, December 1st, 6 p.m. Parade route will begin north Central Avenue going south to 4th Street in Valley City.

• Barnes County Senior Center activities and meal info: 1 p.m. board games. Chicken casserole, lettuce salad, dinner roll, bar.

Dec. 1-16

• Valley City Chamber of Commerce Christmas in the Valley fun with savings galore during the 12 Days of Christmas and vote for the best window display contest. Shop locally, support your community businesses, family and friends.

Dec. 2-4

• The 23rd annual North Star Classic will be held December 2nd-4th. Visit https://northdakotawintershow.com/northstar-about for more information.

Fri., Dec. 2

• Barnes County Senior Center activities and meal info: 9:30 a.m. Bone Builders, 1 p.m. bingo. Beef stew, dinner roll, carrot cake.

Sat., Dec. 3

• Christmas at Homewood will be held Saturday, December 3rd, 2 p.m. singing the songs of the season featuring music by several area musicians. The event will be held at the Tim & Becky Hager farm, 11145 40th St. SE, Valley City. Directions: Exit 288 on I-94, 5-1/2 miles south on Hwy. #1 and 1-3/4 miles west (turn at the Moon Lake sign).