VEBLEN TURNS 125!
Veblen was the place to be last weekend as the community came together to celebrate its 125th anniversary in festive style. The milestone event drew hundreds of current and former residents, with class reunions serving as a big highlight and bringing together generations of graduates and friends.
The celebration kicked off Friday evening with a Show & Shine car display on Main Street, followed by a fireworks show at the rodeo grounds and live entertainment at both Pub 605 and El Mitote. Class reunions were held throughout the weekend, filling the town with laughter, stories, and plenty of reminiscing.
Saturday offered a full day of activities. The Fireman’s Breakfast at the firehall fueled the morning crowd, while Main Street buzzed with vendors, kids games, face painting, and a petting zoo. A bouncy house, water balloons, crafts, and piñatas kept younger visitors entertained all afternoon.
A parade through town wowed the crowd at, and entertainment at the gazebo kept the fun going. Friendly competition heated up during the cow chip contests, both held on Main Street. The day ended on a high note with a street dance featuring music by Frost Fire.
Sunday morning wrapped up the festivities with a community church service at the Lutheran Church.
The weather cooperated, the memories were plentiful, and the pride in Veblen’s past and future was unmistakable.
PHOTO BY CHARLIE THAMES
PHOTO BY CHARLIE THAMES
PHOTO BY CHARLIE THAMES
PHOTO BY CHARLIE THAMES
The ‘Dumarce Slew Crew’ brought the party to the parade with their large luxury liner that paid tribute to Gilligan’s Island.
PHOTO PROVIDED BY SADIE BAUS
Left to right: Shyanne Uhrig, Alice Carson, Sarah VanderWood, Kodie Green-Lugert. PHOTO PROVIDED BY SHYANNE UHRIG
The Vrchota family celebrated their longevity in the Veblen area with a fun float during the parade, including a rock and roll chicken.
Chuck Vrchota shares his musical talents
A blast from the past—Blakleigh Bostrom, daughter of Sadie Baus and Bryce Bostrom, wears the same dress for Veblen 125th Saturday that Deanna Rein-Stickland wore 50 years ago. The dress was made by Deanna’s grandma Selma Buhl.
LeRoy and Gale Aadland (facing front) and Larry and Durelle Meyers acted as the Grand Marshall’s for Veblen’s 125th Celebration parade on Saturday
