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Fine and Fresh Japanese Cuisine

When you find yourself craving authentic Japanese cuisine, Sake Sushi and Hibachi is the plce to go. This family friendly restaurant offers traditional dishes everyone will love. From miso soup […]

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A Little Slice of Brookings

Downtown Brookings is home to two of the best pizza joints in town. Pizza King, the town’s first pizza restaurant, has been pulling pizzas out of the oven since 1961. […]

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Brookings Community Band Presents a Summertime Staple

Live from under the bandshell, the Brookings Community Band fills Pioneer Park weekly with rhythmic melodies during the months of June and July. This summertime staple brings together old and […]

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Solemn Sight on the West Side of Brookings

Since its dedication over 20 years ago, the Brookings County Veteran’s Memorial Park celebrates both well-known national figures and those only remembered by family and friends. It has been the […]

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Discover Dakota Modern: The Art of Oscar Howe

Dakota Modern: The Art of Oscar Howe brings one of the most renowned Native American painters in front of a new generation. Howe (1915–1983) was committed to creating and sharing art […]

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3 People You Should Know Part 2

Brookings beams with pride for not only the amenities we have, but also the people which make them great. This series “Three People You Should Know,” is to promote the great employees throughout the hospitality industry in Brookings.

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10 Tips to Have the Best Brookings Summer Arts Festival Ever!

South Dakota’s premiere juried arts festival garners over 200 artists from across the nation to fill the grassy areas of Pioneer Park. Representing 15 different disciplines or art, 38 different […]

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Goats, Gardens and Grapes: Charming Wedding Venues Near Brookings

Brookings is home to a variety of centrally located, unique wedding venues. From a romantic vineyard to a community-oriented farm and garden to timeless manicured landscapes, these venues are every […]

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Best Places to Picnic

With over 15 city parks, Brookings has many outdoor spaces that are great for a picnic. Grab your family, pack your basket, lay out your largest blanket and the let […]

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3 People You Should Know

Brookings beams with pride for not only the amenities we have, but also the people which make them great. This series “Three People You Should Know,” is to promote the great employees throughout the hospitality industry in Brookings.

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