Calendar | Dousman Chamber

Find all of our special events, meetings, and  community happenings for our Chamber members!

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Nov
20
Tue
PLANNING MEETING | A Grinchy Christmas in Dousman
Nov 20 @ 7:30 am – 8:30 am

Join us at Sunnyside restaurant for a Dousman Winterfest planning meeting! All are welcome to join.

This year’s theme is “A Grinchy Christmas in Dousman.” The planning committee is a great group of volunteers who are helping plan all the happenings for a fun day on Sunday 12/2, including ice sculptors, crafts, chili contest, caroling, and much more. Enjoy a delicious Sunnyside breakfast as we plan together.

See you there!

Nov
27
Tue
PLANNING MEETING | A Grinchy Christmas in Dousman
Nov 27 @ 7:30 am – 8:30 am

Join us at Sunnyside restaurant for a Dousman Winterfest planning meeting! All are welcome to join.

This year’s theme is “A Grinchy Christmas in Dousman.” The planning committee is a great group of volunteers who are helping plan all the happenings for a fun day on Sunday 12/2, including ice sculptors, crafts, chili contest, caroling, and much more. Enjoy a delicious Sunnyside breakfast as we plan together.

See you there!

Dec
2
Sun
“A Grinchy Christmas in Dousman” and Santa’s Visit!
Dec 2 @ 11:00 am – 6:00 pm

It’s time for our famous Santa Comes to Dousman event, plus lots more fun!
Our theme for 2018 is “A Grinchy Christmas in Dousman,” and your family won’t want to miss this magical day of festivities.
Join us for this special day that draws people to our beloved Dousman.

Visit our Facebook page to RSVP and share the event!


The schedule of fun for Sunday, December 2nd will include:

? Famous Chili/Soup Contest – Yes, Chili or Soup at area businesses. Taste them all and cast your vote for your favorite in the ballot boxes by Chamberlain’s and Cornerstop.
? *NEW THIS YEAR* Wood Carvers Sat 12/1 & Sun 12/2 – With an auction Sunday at 3 PM at the Community Center! (Dousman Ottawa Lions Club Cookout – Saturday 12/1 from 11 AM – 1 PM)
? Kid’s Activities at the Masonic Lodge – headquarters for the scavenger hunt (pick up your map!), cookies, hot cocoa, and crafts.
? Ice sculptors at 10 locations along Main Street – watch them throughout the day as they transform from blocks of ice to beautiful sculptures! See if you can guess what they’ll become.
? 11:30 AM – Santa / Grinch Bike Ride Parade through Dousman – starting at Bicycle Doctor and riding north on Main Street. Wear a costume!
? 11:30 AM – 3 PM – Christmas Carolers on Main Street
? 11:30 AM – 4 PM – Arts & crafts vendors at the Village Hall
? 1 – 4 PM – Face painting at the Lions Community Center
? 1 – 4 PM – ***Horse-drawn carriage rides CANCELED due to expected rain***. Two small buses will run up and down Main Street to provide covered DRY transportation.
? 1 – 4 PM – Caricatures at Dousman Laundry
? 4:30 PM – Santa Comes to the Lions Community Center via Fire Truck – shop the 4H bake sale as well.



What a great way to kick off the holiday season! But we need your help to make it happen.

We are looking for financial support through cash sponsorships. You’re invited to sponsor the event and earn excellent exposure for your business. Contact Frank / 262-893-1106 or email


 

Big thanks to our major sponsors for this year’s event. We couldn’t do it without you!

 
?GOLD SPONSORS?
? Bark River Animal Hospital
? Quality Feed Inc.
? Accurate Graphics Inc.
 
?SILVER SPONSORS?
? G-Brock’s Auto Repair
? Bullfrog Station & Mini Mart
Dec
16
Sun
Baconpalooza
Dec 16 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Support your local youth Masonic group and come EAT BACON!

All are welcome Sunday, December 16th from 4-7 PM at the Dousman Masonic Lodge (214 N. Main Street, Dousman) to enjoy all you can eat BACON themed dishes!

    Adults – $10

    Ages 3-11 – $5

    Under 3 – Free

See you there!

Jan
19
Sat
Bags Tournament with the Dousman-Ottawa Lions Club – Jan, Feb, & Mar 2019
Jan 19 @ 10:30 am

 

Grab a buddy and join in a fun day of playing bags! CASH PRIZES – 75% Payout!

Saturdays January 19, February 16, and March 16, 2019

Great indoor venue with 10 boards.

10:30 AM registration and practice. Competition to follow at 11:30 AM.

Concessions / full bar available

2 – person teams or singles welcome, we’ll pair you up | $10 per person | Pay at the door | Separate divisions per skill level

ALL ARE WELCOME!

Feb
6
Wed
Culver’s Share Night (Wales) to Support Dousman Elementary School
Feb 6 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Join your fellow community members for a delicious Culver’s dinner or custard stop and support Dousman Elementary! See Dousman teachers, staff, and PTO members in uniform helping serve as you mingle with friends. A portion of all proceeds from the evening will go to PTO-sponsored events and programs at the school like VIP (Grandparent’s) Day, Science Day, Fine Arts Day, and more.

See you there!

Feb
16
Sat
Bags Tournament with the Dousman-Ottawa Lions Club – Jan, Feb, & Mar 2019
Feb 16 @ 10:30 am

 

Grab a buddy and join in a fun day of playing bags! CASH PRIZES – 75% Payout!

Saturdays January 19, February 16, and March 16, 2019

Great indoor venue with 10 boards.

10:30 AM registration and practice. Competition to follow at 11:30 AM.

Concessions / full bar available

2 – person teams or singles welcome, we’ll pair you up | $10 per person | Pay at the door | Separate divisions per skill level

ALL ARE WELCOME!

Mar
16
Sat
Bags Tournament with the Dousman-Ottawa Lions Club – March 16 2019
Mar 16 @ 10:30 am

Grab a buddy and join in a fun day of playing bags! CASH PRIZES – 75% Payout!

Saturday, March 16, 2019

Great indoor venue with 10 boards.

10:30 AM registration and practice. Competition to follow at 11:30 AM.

Concessions / full bar available

2 – person teams or singles welcome, we’ll pair you up | $10 per person | Pay at the door | Separate divisions per skill level

*Bring a donation for the KM Food Pantry!*

ALL ARE WELCOME!

 

Mar
31
Sun
Dousman Ottawa Lions “End of Winter” Pancake Breakfast | March 31, 2019
Mar 31 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am

Join us for the Dousman-Ottawa Lions “End of Winter” Pancake Breakfast at the Community Center!

Sunday, March 31, 2019: 8-11 a.m.

Enjoy all you can eat pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, OJ, milk, and coffee! Freewill donations gladly accepted.

Apr
20
Sat
Meet the Easter Bunny! Dousman-Ottawa Lions Annual Easter Egg Hunt | 2019
Apr 20 @ 11:45 am – 12:45 pm

Meet the Easter Bunny at the 2019 Dousman-Ottawa Lions Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Bring the kids for an Easter Egg Hunt and free refreshments, starting at noon at Cory Park – arrive 20 minutes early for the best experience!Ages: Preschool through 5th grade

When: Saturday, April 20th, 2019

Where: Cory Park, Downtown Dousman

Time:  Arrive by 11:40 for a the hunt beginning at 12 noon

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