Sentimental Journey: A Salute to Our Nation’s Veterans in Myrtle’s Speakeasy | Live Music and Champagne Toasts | Downtown Sioux Falls
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- Oct 12
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Updated: Nov 6
A Sentimental Journey Celebrating Our Nation's Veterans At Myrtle's in Downtown Sioux Falls
Step back in time for an unforgettable evening of nostalgia, elegance, and heartfelt tribute. On Friday, November 14th, join us at The Speakeasy at Myrtle’s Fur Vault & Bar in downtown Sioux Falls for Sentimental Journey: A Salute to Our Nation’s Veterans — an intimate musical celebration honoring those who served, set to the timeless sounds of the swing and jazz eras.
An Evening of Classic American Song
Under the namesakes of Lt. Colonel Parker Newcomb (U.S. Army) and Myrtle Newcomb — a mother of five and a lover of fine things (especially furs) — we invite you to a Champagne Toast from 5–7 p.m. at Myrtle’s Bar. Sip sparkling bubbles or indulge in a classic cocktail straight out of the 1940s playbook — a Sidecar, Gin Rickey, Manhattan, Mai Tai, Old Fashioned, Tom Collins, Gimlet, Martini — to name a few. Show up in uniform or fur and your first glass of champagne is on us.
Then, descend into Myrtle’s Speakeasy for Sentimental Journey, a performance that takes us back to an America united by sacrifice and song. Whitney Werner (vocals) and Dan Graber (piano) bring to life the melodies that lifted a nation’s spirit: Stormy Weather, All of Me, Unforgettable, One for My Baby, Smile, Over the Rainbow, I Got It Bad (and That Ain’t Good) — and many more.
📅 Run of Show: Friday, November 14th
Join us for an evening blending gratitude, style, and soul in honor of our veterans.
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Champagne Toast & Cocktail Hour.
Location: Myrtle's Bar (Upstairs)
Enjoy a complimentary champagne toast and classic 1940s cocktails.
Special Note: Show up in uniform or fur and your first glass of champagne is on us!
7:00 PM: Doors Open for Sentimental Journey
Location: Myrtle's Speakeasy
Descend downstairs for a performance featuring Whitney Werner (vocals) and Dan Graber (piano) bringing to life the melodies that lifted a nation's spirit.
Songs That Define an Era
Expect to be serenaded with favorites such as:
Stormy Weather
All of Me
Unforgettable
Smile
Over the Rainbow
Sentimental Journey — and more.
Each song is a story, a memory, and a tribute — capturing the warmth and resilience that defined a generation.
Inspired by Myrtle & Parker Newcomb
The heart of Myrtle’s beats with history and romance. Inspired by the love story of Myrtle and Lt. Colonel Parker Newcomb, whose legacy lives on through Parker’s Bistro and Myrtle’s Fur Vault & Bar, our space celebrates timeless elegance, heartfelt hospitality, and the stories that connect us across generations.
Champagne Toast for Veterans & Vintage Glamour
Between 5–7 PM, all veterans and fur wearers (real or faux) are invited to enjoy a complimentary champagne toast at Myrtle’s Bar. Whether you arrive in military uniform or vintage fur, we’ll raise a glass in honor of your service, your style, and the spirit of celebration that unites us all.
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Event Date: Friday, November 14th
Time: Social 5 PM | Show 8 PM
Location: Myrtle’s Speakeasy, 208 S Main Ave, Sioux Falls, SD
Admission: $10 Advanced & Reserved Seating, $15 At the Door
Meet the Performers
Whitney A. Werner - Vocals
Whitney A. Werner is a Sioux Falls native who studied music at Concordia College in Moorhead, MN, and has maintained a private voice studio since 2010. Whitney has performed with the South Dakota Chorale and as a guest soloist with The Freeman Swiss Chorale Society, and she enjoys sharing sacred music at local churches and occasional live performances downtown.
Dan Graber - Keyboard
Dan Graber is the Music Director and organist at First Presbyterian Church in Sioux Falls, where he also enjoys accompanying performances in his free time. He lives with his family and farms east of Freeman. Dan earned his degree in vocal and piano performance from Bethel College in North Newton, Kansas.
How to Find Myrtle's Hidden Speakeasy Bar
Park in the city ramp or free lot across from Parker’s
Walk east on 10th Street
Turn right (south) into the alley
Look for the hidden door — that’s the entrance.
How to Park and Find the Speakeasy (Video Walkthrough)
For the full experience, check out our YouTube walkthrough video that shows you exactly how to get from the street to the Speakeasy entrance.
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