06 May Community Travels “Around the World” in One Evening While Supporting Local Businesses
Community members gathered for Around the World in Bowman, a vibrant and immersive event that brought people together for a unique cultural experience close to home. This free event saw men and women of all ages participating and enjoying the evening festivities. Featured local businesses that each chose a country to represent, transforming their storefronts into international destinations complete with themed décor, food, and drinks.
Participants enjoyed an incredible variety of experiences, from tasting shrimp and tuna hors d’oeuvres in “Costa Rica” (Silver Dollar), to sipping margaritas and sampling pinwheels in “Mexico” (Lasting Visions). “France” (Bronsons Marketplace) offered elegant treats paired with fine drinks, while “Italy” (The 8512) delighted guests with wine and curated selections of cheeses and cured meats. “Russia” (Auroma Candle) provided authentic flavors with borscht and traditional potato salad, after visiting each stop participants turned in their completed passports to “Germany” (South Main Lanes) for a free drink and played games and enjoyed hearty regional dishes.
More than just a fun night out, Around the World was designed to promote commerce and encourage support for local businesses. The event created an engaging way for the community to interact with businesses, explore their offerings, and shop local all while enjoying a festive, globally themed atmosphere.
We extend our thanks to all the businesses and attendees who helped make the event a success. A special thank you is given to our sponsors, A2Z Printing, Dakota Community Bank and Trust, Dakota Western Bank, Frontier Travel Center, Gooseneck Implements, ProPoint Cooperative, West Plains Inc.