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Schlenkerfest 50th Family Reunion
Schlenkerfest 50th Family Reunion
Jul 28, 2023, 4:00 PM – Jul 30, 2023, 8:00 PM
Izaak Walton League,
5000 N Oakview Pl, Sioux Falls, SD 57110, USA

Schlenkerfest 50th Family Reunion Schedule

GET EXCITED for a fun filled 3 days at the Schlenkerfest 50th Family Reunion!  Come join in the fun! There will be all kinds of yard games (Giant Jenga, Giant Connect Four, Bocce Ball, Ladder Ball, Badmitton, Yard Darts, Corn Hole etc), along with Face Painting and a Bouncy House.  Some of the onsite activities will  include a music jam, karaoke, dance and our traditonal family hog roast! There will also be several offsite excursions to sign up for as well. Please see Day 2 below and register via Sign-Up Genius.  

We will be utilizing GuestPix to upload and share family reuion photos, videos and a guest book to a

SHARED ALBUM throughout the 3 day event. You will be able to upload, share, access and view the album via

the URL at https://my.guestpix.com/Guest/Login/12096 (PIN: 8732). 

 

In lieu of collecting money at the door, we are asking for DONATIONS in advance to cover all expenses.  The more money we can raise, the more entertainment, food and activities can be provided at a reduced cost (or no cost, per se).  Please donate what you can!  Please submit payment/donations via Venmo - @Allen-Schlenker, or via check (payable to Allen Schlenker) and mail to 400 East 77th Street, Sioux Falls, SD 57108.  Receipts will be emailed/mailed to all those who donate (alolng with a final expense report at the close of the reunion).  Thank you!  We look forward to seeing everyone!


(Event Committee Members:  Allen & Tanya Schlenker, Jeff & Corey Schlenker, Mark Schlenker/Gisela Sayler, Ron Schlenker, David Schlenker, Deb Raml and Gary Schlenker)

Day One - July 28th (Friday)

Welcome Schlenker Family!  Meet and greet will start off the day! A 2 Piece Chicken Dinner with salad/dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, dinner roll and a cookie will be available for the evening meal.  There willl also be plenty of snacks, drinks, games and activities for everyone to enjoy.  The first evening will end with karaoke and a nice family music jam.  Be sure to bring your singing voices and instruments!

Day Two - July 29th (Saturday)

Day 2 - REGISTER NOW if you would like to participate in a downtown Sip-N-Cycle @ Schlenkerfest: Sip-N-Cycle (signupgenius.com) - 32 spots @$15/pp OR some ancetral wine tasting/food at R Wine Bar @ Schlenkerfest: PROST - WINE TASTING (signupgenius.com) - 50 spots @$25/pp .   

Unfortunately, we did not garner enough  interest or near the numbers needed to qualify for a group discount rate for a GROUP trip to the Great Plains Zoo & Delbridge Museum.  Also, due to budgeting and logistical reasons, we are unable to provide transporation for the few who did register to attend. We apologize.  For those that registered, we will follow-up with each of you indivdiually and get you  information, directions and pricing for the Great Plains Zoon & Delbridge Museum.  

 

For the Sip-N-Cycle & Wine Tasting Even, you must register and pay in advance to participate.  Otherwise, sit back and enjoy games and visiting with family at the venue, Izaak Walton League. We will serve lunch (Pizza) and Dinner (hamburgers/hotdogs with various side dishes/beverages) at the Izaak Walton League.  Evening entertainment will include a Dance.   Also, please feel free to check out the Sioux Falls Calendar of Events for other entertainment opportunities during your visit @ Events | Experience Sioux Falls

Day Three - July 3oth (Sunday)

Day 3 will continue with fun outdoor activities, visiting....and will include our TRADITIONAL FAMILY HOG ROAST.  All side dishes and dessert will be catered (BBQ Baked Beans, Potato Salad, Chips and 50th Celebratory 50th Anniversary Family Reunion Cake).  Beverages will be available as well.

**PLEASE NOTE: At 11:00am we will all gather for a PROFESSIONAL group family photo taken in front of the Izaak Walton Gazebo area. You will also be provided the opportunity to have individual family photos taken (time allowing). Photos will be made available to order/purchase.

Lodging / Campsites

GLo Best Western (4 Stars) - New boutique hotel and closest to the reunion venue - There is an OPEN block of rooms reserved at this time.  CURRENT rates are $144 + tax/night. Website: www.bestwestern.com - Call 605-275-4000 to make a reservation and mention Tanya Schlenker/SCHLENKERFEST.

Super 8 (2 Stars) 2nd closest to reunion venue - There is a block of 10 rooms reserved at this time.  CURRENT rates are $83.70/night.  Website: www.wyndhamhotels.com 

Call 605-679-6699 to make a reservation.  All special rates/blocks are reserved under SCHLENKERFEST. 

The following hotels do not have blocked rooms but are still close to the reunion venue and are located in beautiful downtown Sioux Falls:

Hilton Garden Inn (4 Stars) - 201 East 8th Street - 605-444-4700 (6.3 miles)

Country Inn & Suites (4 Stars) - 200 East 8th Street - 605-373-0153 (6.3 miles)

Holiday Inn Sioux Falls-City Centre (4 Stars) - 100 W. 8th Street - 605-339-2000 (6.5 miles)

CAMPSITES are being coordinated through David Schlenker.  Please contact David directly at davidschlenker@yahoo.com or call 605-254-1562

Get in Touch

If you have any questions, comments or concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out!

Izaak Walton League - 5000 N Oakview Pl
Sioux Falls, Minnehaha County 57110
USA

605-759-6199

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