Do you have a jar of coins at your house?  Now is the time to put some cash or coins from that jar in your car because the bell ringing has started in Southeast Minnesota!  That also means that your chance to ring bells this holiday season has also arrived.

Registration to ring bells is now open and below is your complete guide to getting signed up as an individual, a group, or even virtually.

Jessica On The Radio - TSM
Jessica On The Radio - TSM
loading...

Registration is Now Open to Ring Bells for The Salvation Army in Byron, Rochester, Stewartville, and Chatfield Minnesota

Remember when Rochester had a Fareway store?  It was just off of 41st Street and although it was a small space, everyone knew that this was the spot to go for quality meat at a great price.  During the Christmas season, the sound of bells ringing and people singing or playing instruments could be heard as you left the store.  If you ever saw a young girl playing Christmas music on a violin, that was my daughter.

Seeing the generosity of people as they left the store is something I'm so glad my kids got to experience.  As little kids would drop in a quarter or a woman in scrubs rushed out after dropping a $10 bill in the kettle, my kids also heard the words "thank you for ringing".  We weren't there for the thanks.  We were just happy to help and thankful that THEY were giving.

Your chance to experience that same level of gratitude is here.  The Salvation Army in Rochester kicked off the bell-ringing season on Friday, November 8th, 2024.  According to the registertoring.com website, red kettles will be at various locations in Rochester, Byron, Stewartville, and Chatfield this year.

How to sign up to ring bells for The Salvation Army in Rochester, Minnesota

If you haven't signed up yet to ring bells, don't wait!  There are many different locations and hours available and it is extremely fun and easy.

READ MORE:  Click Here to Register to Ring Bells for The Salvation Army

Every year, the Townsquare Media team steps away from our studios and computers and spends the day ringing bells.  If you've ever wanted to meet us in person to say hi, watch our Facebook page...we'll be letting you know soon when we are out ringing this year.

Jessica On The Radio - TSM
Jessica On The Radio - TSM
loading...
106.9 KROC-FM logo
Get our free mobile app
Townsquare Media Rochester - Preston
Townsquare Media Rochester - Preston
loading...

Townsquare Media cares about our community! Every year, we help the community in a variety of ways from supporting local fundraisers, to running daily public service messages, to creating digital community campaigns and hosting events attended by thousands.

Do you have a community event coming up or a fundraiser?  Let us know!  Contact us at jessica.williams@townsquaremedia.com or fill out the form requesting more info at our Townsquare Cares page.

These 9 Items Have Been Pumpkin-Spiced...And They Didn't Need To Be

There is an almost "cult-like" obsession when it comes to pumpkin spice. And I blame Starbucks for starting all of it.

At least coffee is something that makes sense to flavor with pumpkin spice. Some of the other creations that have been popping up through the years with this added flavor are...well...not necessary.

Gallery Credit: Jessica On The Radio

More From 106.9 KROC-FM