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Sunday, September 28, 2025

Sep
28
Pottery Wheel Lesson (9/28)
524 4th Street

Pottery Wheel Lesson (9/28)

Join a local ceramicist to learn how to use a pottery wheel. Ages 9+, 11 and under should be accompanied by an adult to assist No prior ceramic experience required. **Note that this is a two session class, one for making and one for glazing. Register for your glazing class HERE. If you're unable to attend the assigned glazing […]

September 28 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
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Wednesday, October 1, 2025

Oct
1
Philip Yenawine in Conversation
1036 Medary Ave

Philip Yenawine in Conversation

Join us at the South Dakota Art Museum for a special lecture with Philip Yenawine, co-founder of Visual Thinking Strategies (VTS). Presented in our auditorium, this program offers a unique opportunity to learn directly from one of the leading voices in arts-based education. Yenawine will join virtually to share the history of VTS, reflect on […]

October 1 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
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Thursday, October 2, 2025

Oct
2
(I Wish I Could See You) In My Dreams: New Works by Breanna Fischer | Opening Reception
524 4th Street

(I Wish I Could See You) In My Dreams: New Works by Breanna Fischer | Opening Reception

Join us for the opening reception of exhibiting artist Breanna Fischer and experience a deeply personal collection of paintings shaped by themes of grief, healing, and resilience. Through her work, Breanna explores the intertwined journeys of womanhood, motherhood, and loss, offering an intimate reflection on carrying grief and finding connection through art. This body of […]

October 2 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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Thursday, October 2, 2025

Oct
2
Wood Carving Course – Intermediate (1)
524 4th Street

Wood Carving Course – Intermediate (1)

Join local artisan Steve Hunter, an experienced wood carver since 1998, who has mastered the art using just one carving knife. Designed for intermediate carvers aged 16 and above who have some experience or have taken his previous 101 class. This 6-hour course spread over three evenings introduces you to additional techniques are styles within […]

October 2 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Friday, October 3, 2025

Oct
3
Ceramic Ghosts
524 4th Street

Ceramic Ghosts

Get into the spooky spirit by creating your own ceramic ghosts! In this two-part class, you’ll shape, glaze, and personalize ghostly decorations perfect for your Halloween display. Ages 10+ 2 session class: Please register for the glazing class on October 17 HERE.

October 3 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
$40
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Saturday, October 4, 2025

Oct
4
The Fall Classic
400 Main Ave

The Fall Classic

Downtown Brookings invites you to enjoy a day of fall festivities, fun, football, and shopping during The Fall Classic event on October 4th! Beginning at 10:00 am, Main Avenue in Brookings will be bustling with activities the whole family can enjoy. Stay to watch the SDSU football game at 5 p.m. on a larger-than-life screen […]

October 4 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Tuesday, October 7, 2025

Oct
7
Wood Carving Course – Beginner
524 4th Street

Wood Carving Course – Beginner

Join local artisan Steve Hunter, an experienced wood carver since 1998, who has mastered the art using just one carving knife. Designed for beginners aged 16 and above, this 6-hour course spread over three evenings introduces you to the timeless craft of wood carving. Whether you're new to carving or have tried it before but […]

October 7 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Oct
8
Graphic Design & Studio Art Faculty Exhibit Reception
1396 Student Union Ln.

Graphic Design & Studio Art Faculty Exhibit Reception

The graphic design and studio art programs in the South Dakota State University School of Design are pleased to present the 2025 faculty exhibit titled "hot ketchup soup." Join us on Wednesday, October 8 from 4-6pm for the opening reception. The exhibit will be on view Oct 6-31, 2025. What: "hot ketchup soup" exhibit receptionWhere: […]

October 8 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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Saturday, October 11, 2025

Oct
11
2nd Saturdays at Bluestem Bicycles
405 Main Ave
Arts
Downtown Brookings
Live Music
Arts
Downtown Brookings
Live Music

2nd Saturdays at Bluestem Bicycles

The 2nd Saturday of every month we move the bikes out of the way and invite local artists into the shop to do... whatever it is they do, and its great, admission is free, and you're all invited. Event is open to all ages to attend. Bluestem Bicycles does not censor their audio or visual […]

October 11 @ 8:00 pm - 11:59 pm
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