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| April, 2008 | ||
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| 4/13/2008 |
Bully Pulpit Golf Course Season begins at this world-class course, named “America’s Best New Affordable Public Course” in January 2006 by Golf Digest. For more information or to make tee times call 1-800-MEDORA-1 (1-800-633-6721) or go online to www.medora.com. |
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| 4/25/2008 |
Chateau deMores Interpretive Center Grand Opening 8:00 a.m.– 4::30 p.m.–TRNP Visitor Center opens, includes museum, 13-minute park film featuring the writings of Theodore Roosevelt, Maltese Cross Cabin open for self-guided tours 8:30 a.m.--State Historical Society Board Meeting, Interpretive Center, Chateau de Mores State Historic Site 1:00 p.m.--State Historical Society of North Dakota Foundation Board Meeting,North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame 7:00 pm --Tales Around The Campfire with Buffalo Hunter Yellowstone Vic Smith (portrayed by Arch Ellwein),Chateau de Mores State Historic Site Chateau deMores SHS Dee Linn, 623-4355 |
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| 4/26/2008 |
Medora's 125th Anniversary Ball Celebrate the 125th Anniversary of Medora at our formal ball. Period costume is encouraged. 8:00 a.m. – 4::30 p.m.–TRNP Visitor Center open, includes museum, 13-minute park film featuring the writings of TR, Maltese Cross Cabin open for self-guided tours 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.----Public viewing of the new Interpretive Center at the Chateau de Mores State Historic Site 10:00 a.m.--Ranger Talks on the Maltese Cross, Theodore Roosevelt National Park Visitor Center 10:00 a.m.– 2::00 p.m.--Billings County Museum open 10:00 a.m.– 5::00 p.m.--North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame Museum open 11:30 a.m.--History Alive! Performances featuring Marquis de Mores (portrayed by Mike McNeil) and Medora, Madame de Mores (portrayed by Karen Nelson), Chateau de Mores 1:00 p.m.--The history of Madame de Mores (by Karen Nelson), Chateau de Mores 2:00 p.m.--Ranger Talks on the Maltese Cross Cabin, Theodore Roosevelt National Park Visitor Center 3:30 p.m.--History Alive! Performances featuring Marquis de Mores (portrayed by Mike McNeil)and Medora, Madame de Mores (portrayed by Karen Nelson), Chateau de Mores 4:30 p.m.--Ribbon cutting ceremony and champagne reception for the new Interpretive Center, Chateau de Mores 7:00 p.m.--Wine and Cheese Tasting, Medora Community Center 8:15 p.m.--Grand March, Medora’s 125th Anniversary Ball 8:30 p.m.--Dance, Medora’s 125h Anniversary Ball 10:30 p.m.--Supper, Medora’s 125th Anniversary Ball 12 midnight --Medora’s 125th Anniversary Ball closes Medora Community Center Leona Odermann 623-4829 |
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| 4/27/2008 |
Chateau deMores Interpretive Center Grand Opening 8:00 a.m.– 4::30 p.m.–TRNP Visitor Center open, includes museum, 13-minute park film featuring the writings of TR, Maltese Cross Cabin open for self-guided tours 9:00 a.m.– 5::00 p.m.--Public viewing of the new Interpretive Center at the Chateau de Mores State Historic Site 11:00 a.m.--Living History Tour of the Chateau de Mores Chateau deMores SHS Dee Linn, 623-4355 |
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| May, 2008 | ||
| Date | Event | |
| 5/11/2008 |
Mother's Day Tours of the State Historic Site will be offered from 1pm until 3pm on Mother's Day. Chateau deMores Diane Rogness, 623-4355 |
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| 5/17/2008 |
Ribs & Bluegrass Enjoy the tastiest BBQ ribs and hot bluegrass music. 11:30 - 3:30, ribs served around town. 3:30 - 6:00, Cottonwood, North Dakota's Bluegrass Band. Medora Community Center Leona Odermann, Medora Area CVB 701-623-4829 |
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| 5/24/2008 |
Cowboy Poetry Gathering Cowboy-up in Historic Medora with this annual Old West event. Local and national cowboy poets and western artists present their talents on this Memorial Day Weekend gathering. For more information contact Bill Lowman at 701-872-4746. Medora Community Center Bill Lowman at 701-872-4746 |
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| 5/27/2008 |
Roughrider Health Conference May 29-31, various locations in Medora Medora Community Center |
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| June, 2008 | ||
| Date | Event | |
| 6/1/2008 |
Pitchfork Fondue Unique dining served every evening through September 7, 2007 at 6:30 p.m. MDT at the Tjaden Terrace. For tickets call 1-800-MEDORA-1 (1-800-633-6721)or visit www.medora.com Tjaden Terrace |
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| 6/1/2008 |
MEDORA MUSICAL OPENS The “Greatest Show in the West” begins its 44th season. Show held nightly through September 7, 2008 at 8:30 p.m. MDT at the Burning Hills Amphitheatre. For tickets call 1-800-MEDORA-1 (1-800-633-6721) or visit www.medora.com. Ampitheater Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation |
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| 6/2/2008 |
Medora Bully Run Join us for this first annual event that winds its way through town, out near the Bully Pulpit Golf Course, and back into town for the finish. Run or walk, 5K or 10K. Registration available online at www.medora.com between April 1 and May 31, 2008. |
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| 6/3/2008 |
Theodore Roosevelt National Park 54th Annual Bird Walk Join us at 6:30 a.m. MDT at the Cottonwood Campground. For more information contact the Theodore Roosevelt Nature and History Association at 701-623-4884. |
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| 6/5/2008 |
Seniors Day every Tuesday (through August 28, 2007) All seniors, ages 55 and older, receive 15% off their Medora Musical, Pitchfork Steak Fondue and lodging at TRMF properties (Badlands Motel, Rough Riders Hotel or The Bunkhouse). Call 1-800-MEDORA-1 (1-800-633-6721) or visit www.medora.com. |
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| 6/6/2008 |
Kids Day every Wednesday (through August 29, 2007) Great activities in Medora for kids. Plus, all kids see the Medora Musical for FREE! For more information call 1-800-MEDORA-1 (1-800-633-6721) or visit www.medora.com. |
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| 6/14/2008 |
Flag Day & Horse Parade View this unique parade that is limited to only horses and horse-drawn carriages. For more information, contact the Medora Chamber at 701-623-4910. Medora Leona Odermann 623-4829 |
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| 6/15/2008 |
Annual Ecumenical Worship Service A non-denominational worship service held at the Burning Hills Amphitheatre in Medora at 9:30 a.m. MDT with special music performed by the Burning Hills Singers, Medora Coal Diggers and special guest artists. For more information call 1-800-MEDORA-1 (1-800-633-6721). Burning Hills Ampitheater 1-800-633-6721 |
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| 6/21/2008 |
Antique and Classic Car Show A wide array of antique and classic cars on display on the east end of Medora and in the Medora Community Center with awards presented in various categories. For more information, or to register, contact Dakota Western Auto Club, Carl F.W. Larson, 127 10th Ave. W., Dickinson, ND 58601 or call 701-225-8851. Medora Community Center Dakota Western Auto Club - 701-225-8851 |
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| July, 2008 | ||
| Date | Event | |
| 7/4/2008 |
Independence Day Parade and Fireworks Show Independence Day Celebration Festivities: Fun, family parades held at 3:30 p.m. MDT through the streets of downtown Medora on July 1 and 4. Out-of-town entries are welcome! Following the Medora Musical on July 4, see a Fireworks Spectator Spectacular! This professionally produced display is set to music and will amaze with vibrant colors, patterns and presentation. For more information call 1-800-MEDORA-1 (1-800-633-6721). Medora Leona Odermann 623-4829 |
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| 7/4/2008 |
Independence Celebration Parade Fun, family parades held at 3:30 p.m. MDT through the streets of downtown Medora on July 4. Out-of-town entries are welcome! Following the Medora Musical on July 4, see a Fireworks Spectator Spectacular! This professionally produced display is set to music and will amaze with vibrant colors, patterns and presentation. For more information call 1-800-MEDORA-1 (1-800-633-6721). Medora TRMF 701-623-4444 |
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| 7/6/2008 |
24th Annual Burkhardt Country Western Concert Adolph Burkhardt Country Western Concert: a variety of country entertainers perform at the Medora Community Center at 2:00 p.m. MDT. Medora Community Center TRMF 701-623-4444 |
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| 7/8/2008 |
Veterans Day in Medora All veterans and their families are invited to enjoy Historic Medora as we honor their service to our country. All veterans receive a free Medora Musical ticket and ticket for the Adolph Burkhardt Country Western Concert. For more information call 1-800-MEDORA-1 (1-800-633-6721). Medora http://www.medora.com/Events/veterans.html |
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| 7/26/2008 |
Fourth Annual National Day of the Cowboy Demonstrations, BBQ and Patio Dance North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame Kathy Miller 701-623-2000 |
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| August, 2008 | ||
| Date | Event | |
| 8/2/2008 |
NDCHF Annual Patio Dinner and Dance NDCHF Annual Patio Dinner and Dance North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame Kathy Miller 701-623-2000 |
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| 8/3/2008 |
Champions Ride Rodeo 51st Annual Home on the Range Champions Ride Rodeo. Held at Home on the Range near Sentinel Butte. Home on the Range near Sentinel Butte 701/872/3745 |
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| 8/3/2008 |
North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Held at 1:00 p.m. MDT at the Tjaden Terrace, this year marks the 10th annual induction ceremony. For more information contact the North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame at 701-623-2000. Tjaden Terrace www.northdakotacowboy.com |
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| 8/10/2008 |
Sperry Quarter Horse Sale Annual Sperry Quarter Horse Sale Ranchorama Arena |
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| September, 2008 | ||
| Date | Event | |
| 9/6/2008 |
Badlands Appreciation Weekend September 6th and 7th. View a spectacular hot air balloon rally all weekend in Medora’s rugged badlands. Mountain bike on Medora’s awesome single track trails. Hike in Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Step back in time at various Medora museums. Enjoy “Blues-N-BBQ” in downtown Medora. Visit Medora to appreciate all that the beautiful badlands have to offer. For more information call 1-800-MEDORA-1 (1-800-633-6721) or go online to www.medora.com. Medora Area 1-800-633-6721 |
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| 9/7/2008 |
Medora Musical & Fireworks Extravaganza See the final performance of the 2008 Medora Musical! A spectacular fireworks presentation will cap another season at the “Greatest Show in the West.” For tickets call 1-800-MEDORA-1. Medora Musical |
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| October, 2008 | ||
| Date | Event | |
| 10/25/2008 |
Medora Craft Show Craft show. Call for more information. Medora Community Center Philip Thompson, 701/623-4474 |
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| 10/25/2008 |
Rummage in the Badlands Annual city wide rummage sales. Medora Medora Information 623-4829 |
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| November, 2008 | ||
| Date | Event | |
| 11/7/2008 |
Annual Wildlife Feed Annual Hunters Wildlife Feed sponsored by the Medora Chamber of Commerce. All are welcome! Medora Community Center Medora Chamber of Commerce 623-4829 |
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| December, 2008 | ||
| Date | Event | |
| 12/5/2008 |
MEDORA'S COWBOY CHRISTMAS December 5-7 Cowboy Christmas: A unique way to celebrate Christmas. Great food, fun holiday activities and lively music are just a few of the reasons to visit Medora on this weekend. For more information contact the Medora Chamber of Commerce at 701-623-4910. Medora Community Center and City Wide Medora Chamber of Commerce 623-4829 |
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| Call: 701.623.4829 or e-mail for more information | ||
updated, May 11, 2000, CDI