For more information about Flagfest, contactSpencer Chamber of Commerce

1805 Highway Blvd. | Spencer, Iowa 51301 | (712) 262-5680www.spenceriowachamber.org | E: info@spenceriowachamber.org

City of SpencerSpencer Volunteer Fire

DepartmentSpencer Police Department

Spencer Municipal UtilitiesClay County Fair

Clay County Conservation

LIBERTY SPONSOR: $1500 or more

SPENCER, IA FLAG CITY OF IOWA

SPENCER ROTARY CLUBService Above Self - He Profits Most Who Serves Best

AMERICANA SPONSOR: $1000 - $1499

FREEDOM SPONSOR: $500 - $999

SPECIAL THANKS TO THE FOLLOWINGBUSINESSES AND EMPLOYEES:

JUNE 8-10

2018

THANK YOU TO THE FLAGFEST 2018CORPORATE SPONSORS:

* marks the In Kind Sponsorships

Arnold Motor Supply. Co.Black Hills Energy

Spencer Municipal Utilities*Doll’s Distributing, LLC*

PATRIOT SPONSOR: $100 - $499

Community State BankFarmers Trust &

Savings BankNorthwest Bank

Quality Refrigerated Services

Spencer HospitalState Bank of Spencer

US Bank of SpencerJCL Solutions*

KICD, Big Country 107.7 & More 104.9*

Animal Medical Center P.C.Bolton & Menk, Inc.

Clay Mutual InsuranceHanson’s Plumbing

& Heating

Kiwanis After FiveSchmidt Pediatric

Dentistry, P.C.Spencer Ag Center

Thank you to Midstates Builders for flying the American Flag from their crane for the weekend!

And to all of the volunteers for helping to makeFlagfest a success!

EVENTS LINE-UP2018 SPENCER FLAGFEST

FRIDAY, JUNE 8ALL DAY - Annual Display of Veterans Memorial Flags & Additional FlagsClay County Courthouse, along Grand Ave. & side streetsProvided by: American Legion Glen Pederson Post #1 and VFW Post #3159

ALL DAY - Art in BloomArts on GrandProvided by: Clay County Federated Garden ClubFloral designs to complement the Art Exhibits. For more information contact Twila Henning at 712-363-1218.

9AM - 5PM - Spencer Moose Family Center Indoor/Outdoor Flea Market317 11th Street SWSponsored by: Spencer’s Moose LodgeVendors, crafters, baked goods, vintage, garage sale items. A little something for everyone. For more information contact: Corrine Hoogeterp at 712-240-2056.

4PM - 8PM - InflatablesEast Leach ParkSponsored by: Spencer Rotary Club, U of O MarathonElectricity by: Spencer Municipal UtilitiesInflatables for all ages! FREE to the public. Enjoy the 40’ Intermediate Obstacle Course, Pirates Bounce House, Double Lane Giant Slide and Crayon Toddler Combo.

4PM - 8PM - Concession AreaSkate Park parking lot - East Leach ParkElectricity by: Spencer Municipal UtilitiesVendors will be present with pop, water, rootbeer, turkey legs, pork chop on a stick, cheeseburgers, hot dogs, fries, mac n’ cheese, snow cones and much more for your eating and drinking pleasure.

LATE AFTERNOON - Buffalo Ridge RenegadesEast Leach ParkFirewood: Provided by Clay County ConservationBuffalo Ridge Renegades are a group that talks and demonstrations pertaining to the pre-1860’s. If anyone is interesting in watching how a tipi and/or other lodges are set-up stop by the campsite on Friday. All events are depending on weather conditions.

5PM - 8PM - AnimalFest Petting Zoo East Leach ParkPine Bedding & Straw - Sponsored by: Quality Refrigerated ServicesCome to East Leach Park and pet the exotic animals with Free admission in addition to petting the animals if you wish to feed them there will be a cost of $2, $3, or $4 – depending on the feed. Families of all ages will love to get up close to the animals. This event will have a wide variety of animals from farm animals to exotic. Including Mini zebu cattle, Highlander calves, Llamas, Alpacas, Camel, Donkey, Totoise, Goats, Sheep, Pigs, Chickens, Ducks, Wallaby, Emu, Zedonk and more. All animals are friendly and love to meet new people.

5PM - 8PM - AnimalFest Pony Rides & Parakeet EncounterEast Leach ParkWallen Productions will offer Pony Rides in East Leach Park. All rides will be $5 per person. No animal event is complete without kids getting to ride a pony. The Parakeet Encounter will be $3 per person and includes one feed stick. Step into the giant aviary where birds are in free flight. They love the feed sticks and will interact with all their new friends.

SUNSET - Annual Movie in the ParkEast Leach Park - BandshellProvided by: Spencer JayceesBring your lawn chairs, blankets, pillows to sit on and enjoy the movie “Despi-cable Me 3”. Movie is FREE to the public along with FREE popcorn. For more information, contact Nathan Guinn at 712-330-6331.

SATURDAY, JUNE 9ALL DAY - Annual Display of Veterans Memorial Flags & Additional FlagsClay County Courthouse, along Grand Ave. & side streetsProvided by: American Legion Glen Pederson Post #1 and VFW Post #3159

ALL DAY - Art in BloomArts on GrandProvided by: Clay County Federated Garden ClubFloral designs to complement the Art Exhibits. For more information contact Twila Henning at 712-363-1218.

8:00AM - Flagfest Parade Line-Up BeginsGate C at the Clay County FairgroundsSponsored by: Black Hills Energy and Arnold Motor Supply Co.Line-up using Gate C on 4th Ave. West and West 14th Street intersection. Beat the rush and line up early!

*Listings subject to change by the organizer and/or weather. = Spencer Chamber of Commerce events

EVENTS LINE-UP2018 SPENCER FLAGFEST

10AM - 3PM - AnimalFest Petting ZooEast Leach ParkPine Bedding and Straw – Sponsored by: Quality Refrigerated Services Come to East Leach Park and pet the exotic animals with Free admission in addition to petting the animals if you wish to feed them there will be a cost of $2, $3, or $4 – depending on the feed. Families of all ages will love to get up close to the animals. This event will have a wide variety of animals from farm animals to exotic. Including Mini zebu cattle, Highlander calves, Llamas, Alpacas, Camel, Donkey, Totoise, Goats, Sheep, Pigs, Chickens, Ducks, Wallaby, Emu, Zedonk and more. All animals are friendly and love to meet new people.

10AM - 3PM - AnimalFest Pony Rides & Parakeet EncounterEast Leach ParkWallen Productions will offer Pony Rides in East Leach Park. All rides will be $5 per person. No animal event is complete without kids getting to ride a pony. The Parakeet Encounter will be $3 per person and includes one feed stick. Step into the giant aviary where birds are in free flight. They love the feed sticks and will interact with all their new friends.

12:00PM - Spencer Co-Ed Inaugural Softball TournamentPederson Park, 1203 East 9th St.Host: SERVPRO of Spencer & Iowa Great LakesTeams of 5 men and 5 women. 6/12 pitch 52/300. Double Elimination; $100 per Team; 50% of entry fee to benefit Spencer Little League. Prior registration required – E-mail or phone call. To register or for questions contact: Chris Abram at 712-363-1797 or cabram@servprospencer.com or Tyler Bussell at 712-260-5240.

1:00PM - Spencer Municipal Band ConcertEast Leach Park – BandshellProvided by: Spencer Municipal BandFREE concert. Come out and relax while listening to the Spencer Municipal Band. Bring your lawn chairs and relax to the wonderful music!

1PM - 4PM - Parker Museum Tours300 East 3rd St.Provided by: Clay County Heritage CenterClay County Heritage will open Parker Museum for tours on Sunday, June 10, 2018 from 1 – 4 PM. Free will donation. For more information, call the Clay County Heritage Center at 712-262-3304.

1PM - 5PM - FREE SwimSpencer Family Aquatic CenterProvided by: The Spencer Park BoardThe Spencer Park Board invites the community and Flagfest visitors to a Free Swim at the Spencer Family Aquatic Center. For more information contact the Spencer Park Department at 712-580-7260.

4:00PM - Cemetery WalkRiverside CemeteryProvided by: Spencer’s Historic Preservation Commission & FriendsJoin the Historic Preservation Commission & Friends to learn about important men and women who helped shape Spencer into the community it is today. A special emphasis will be on the formation of the Clay County Fairgrounds and the Parker Historical Society; the Daughters of the American Revolution; and other war heroes. Bring a chair and join us for an hour of history at Riverside Cemetery.

5:30PM - Stars & Stripes Night at the RacesClay County Speedway at the Clay County FairMake Sunday race Day! Come out to the Clay County Fair Speedway Spencer Office Supply Stars & Stripes Hobby Special. Also running are IMCA Modified, Stock Cars, Sports Mod, and Sport Compacts. Bring the family for an evening of fun and entertainment. Hot laps at 5:30 with racing to follow. Tickets prices are $12 for adults, Kids 12 and under are free, and pit passes are $25. For more information visit www.claycountyfair.com or contact the Clay County Fair & Events Center at 712-580-3000.

SATURDAY, JUNE 98AM - 3PM - Spencer Moose Family Center Indoor/Outdoor Flea Market317 11th Street SWSponsored by: Spencer’s Moose LodgeVendors, crafters, baked goods, vintage, garage sale items. A little something for everyone. For more information contact: Corrine Hoogeterp at 712-240-2056.

8AM - 5PM - Buffalo Ridge RenegadesEast Leach ParkFirewood: Provided by Clay County ConservationLive demonstrations and talks pertaining to the life of residents prior 1860’s. Stop by and check out a tipi, tents, tomahawk toss and much more.

11:00AM - Flagfest ParadeSponsored by: Black Hills Energy & Arnold Motor Supply Co.Parade route will be from Gate C at the Clay County Fairgrounds then East on West 14th St. to Grand Ave. then South on Grand Ave. to 4th Street intersection then West on West 4th Street to 4th Ave. West. For return route please follow the signs that will be posted.

11AM - 11:30AM - Spencer Main Street Fun RunSpencer Hospital Park on Grand Ave.Sponsored by: Spencer Main Street Company, Spencer Hospital andGoal KickDust off your running shoes and join the Spencer Main Street’s Fun Run. For pre-registration please go to www.spencermainstreet.com. Registration fee is $25 and includes a t-shirt; shirts may be picked up at the Spencer Main Street office (120 West 5th St.) late Thursday, June 7th and the morning of Friday, June 8th so you will be able to wear them for the Fun Run. Pre-registration deadline to receive a t-shirt before or the morning of the Fun Run is Friday, May 25, 2018. Check in on Sat. June 9th will be at 10 AM; warm ups at 10:45 AM with the Fun Run beginning at 11:00 as soon as Grand Ave. is closed for the pa-rade. The Fun Run will begin and end at the Spencer Hospital Grand Ave. Park; runners will be able to watch the parade after returning to Grand Ave. Park.

NOON - 8PM - AnimalFest Petting ZooEast Leach ParkPine Bedding & Straw - Sponsored by: Quality Refrigerated ServicesCome to East Leach Park and pet the exotic animals with Free admission in addition to petting the animals if you wish to feed them there will be a cost of $2, $3, or $4 – depending on the feed. Families of all ages will love to get up close to the animals. This event will have a wide variety of animals from farm animals to exotic. Including Mini zebu cattle, Highlander calves, Llamas, Alpacas, Camel, Donkey, Totoise, Goats, Sheep, Pigs, Chickens, Ducks, Wallaby, Emu, Zedonk and more. All animals are friendly and love to meet new people.

NOON - 8PM - AnimalFest Pony Rides & Parakeet EncounterEast Leach ParkWallen Productions will offer Pony Rides in East Leach Park. All rides will be $5 per person. No animal event is complete without kids getting to ride a pony. The Parakeet Encounter will be $3 per person and includes one feed stick. Step into the giant aviary where birds are in free flight. They love the feed sticks and will interact with all their new friends.

12PM - Spencer Co-Ed Inaugural Softball TournamentPederson Park, 1203 East 9th StreetHosted by: SERVPRO of Spencer & Iowa Great LakesTeams of 5 men and 5 women. 6/12 pitch 52/300. Double Elimination; $100 per Team; 50% of entry fee to benefit Spencer Little League. Prior registration required, e-mail or phone call. To register or for questions contact: Chris Abram at 712-363-1797 or cabram@servprospencer.com or Tyler Bussell at 712-260-5240.

1:00PM - American Flag Retirement CeremonyEast Leach ParkProvided by: American Legion Glen Pederson Post #1 and VFW Post #3159American Legion Glen Pederson Post #1 and VFW Post 3159 will hold an Ameri-can Flag Retirement Ceremony complete with Fire Squad, Taps and Ceremony to Retire the American Flag.

1PM - 5PM - Concession AreaSkate Park parking lot - East Leach ParkElectricity by: Spencer Municipal UtilitiesVendors will be present with pop, water, rootbeer, turkey legs, pork chop on a stick, cheese burger, hot dogs, fries, mac n’ cheese, snow cones and much more for your eating and drinking pleasure.

1PM - 5PM - InflatablesEast Leach ParkSponsored by: Spencer Rotary Club, U of O MarathonElectricity by: Spencer Municipal UtilitiesInflatables for all ages! FREE to the public. Enjoy the 40’ Intermediate Obstacle Course, Pirates Bounce House, Double Lane Giant Slide and Crayon Toddler Combo.

1PM - 5PM - Rock WallEast Leach ParkSponsored by: Iowa Army National GuardCome and try out the Rock Wall – there will be an age and height requirement posted beside the rock wall. FREE to the public.

1PM - 5PM - Handwashing StationsEast Leach ParkProvided by: JCL SolutionsProviding hand washing stations for all to use throughout the weekend.

2:00PM - Children’s Pedal PullEast Leach ParkProvided by: Clay County Farm BureauFor ages 5 to 12 to compete in a non-sanctioned pedal pull. Each child must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. See who is strong enough to pull the most weight the farthest! Registration will begin at 1:30 PM. For more informa-tion contact: Christine Cox at 712-262-5708.

SATURDAY, JUNE 96PM - 11PM - Grand Cruise and TunesGrand Ave. between 8th street and Park StreetHosted by: Old Iron CompanyEveryone can bring their old hot rods, classics, muscle cars, antiques and more to cruise and park on Grand Ave. Listen to good old Rock & Roll music and visit with friends and neighbors. For more information go to www.oldiron-company.com; or contact Steve Sundblad at 712-363-2285.

7PM - 11PM - The Chill – Street Dance at FlagfestGary’s On the River – On the east lawn in front of the Wine BarSponsored by: Spencer Municipal UtilitiesHosted by: Spencer USA, - Young Professionals of Spencer Chamber ofCommerce, The Bear & Gary’s on the River.Come and socialize with your friends and neighbors. Admission is FREE! Spencer USA – Young Professionals of Spencer Chamber of Commerce are excited to announce that “Decoy” will be performing. With roots stretching from all across the country, the next big band to hit the pop/rock scene has finally come together in Des Moines, Iowa! Decoy’s limitless musical talent will take you on an amazing journey with spellbinding vocal melodies, solid groove rhythms and blues guitar leads cascading over top each instant classic song. Decoy creates its own unique sound from an eclectic mix of influences, build-ing a live show that gets everyone in the audience dancing and singing along.

SUNDAY, JUNE 10ALL DAY - Annual Display of Veterans Memorial Flags & Additional FlagsClay County Courthouse, along Grand Ave. & side streetsProvided by: American Legion Glen Pederson Post #1 and VFW Post #3159

7AM - 11AM - Flight BreakfastSpencer Airport DBA: NW IA Regional AirportHosted by: Spencer Airport BoardFly in and drive in breakfast at the Spencer Airport’s large hanger bay. Pan-cakes and sausage is on the menu – come join the fun! For more information contact Gayle Brandt at 712-262-1000.

10AM - 3PM - Concession AreaSkate Park parking lot - East Leach ParkElectricity by: Spencer Municipal UtilitiesVendors will be present with pop, water, rootbeer, turkey legs, pork chop on a stick, cheeseburgers, hot dogs, fries, mac n’ cheese, snow cones and much more for your eating and drinking pleasure.

11:00AM - River FloatStolley Park to West Leach ParkSponsored by: Community State Bank The River Float will take you from Stolley Park to West Leach Park. Pre-Regis-tration is required. Check in will start at 10 AM on Sunday, June 10, 2018. Each participant under 18 must have a parent/guardian accompany per canoe or kayaks. Personal Flotations Devices (PEDS-life jackets) are required by law to be worn and must be appropriately sized. For registration form and complete rules and release stop by or contact the Spencer Chamber of Commerce at 1805 Highway Blvd; phone 712-262-5680. Come and enjoy a relaxing lime on the Little Sioux River!

NOON - Buffalo Ridge RenegadesEast Leach ParkFirewood: Provided by Clay County Conservation Buffalo Ridge Renegades will continue with demonstrations for those who are inter-ested. Will be leaving the park mid afternoon or sooner depending on the weather.

*Listings subject to change by the organizer and/or weather. = Spencer Chamber of Commerce events