Discover the art of crafting your very own kokedama with local Redhead Green Thumb, Laurie Carruthers. Kokedamas encompass a Japanese method that entails wrapping moss around a soil sphere, with an ornamental plant thriving on the surface. These captivating living creations can be hung or showcased in a container, adding a unique touch to your space. Participants take […]
“Excited to share my journey into the world of natural skincare! Join me as I dive into the benefits of tallow and how it transformed my skincare routine. Whether you're curious about clean beauty or looking for products that truly nourish your skin, this is the perfect opportunity to learn more. I'll be discussing the […]
Trivia Night at Wooden Legs is a time to test your knowledge against your fellow beer lovers! As always, the game is free to play and offers many fun prizes to our star teams of the evening. The game will start at 7:30pm and will wrap up by 10pm. Table are limited so we suggest […]
Join us for the opening reception of printmaker Andrew Kosten's series, "Ritual, Or Habit" Read more about this artist on our website:brookingsartscouncil.org/andrew-kosten
Celebrate "That’s How We Roll" the new collaborartive artwork by Jim Yellowhawk and Ray “Rock Boy” Janis. This work will be on view in the lower level of the South Dakota Art Museum. The image shared here is a portion of the entire artwork. 5:30-6:30 p.m.: Reception with Jim Yellowhawk and Ray “Rock Boy” Janis. […]
Create your own unique linocut dish towels! Art teacher Hannah Grapevine will teach you this fun printmaking process. No exerience necessary All supplies provided Ages 9+, children under 12 should be accompanied by an adult.
Join a local ceramicist to learn how to use a pottery wheel. Note that this is a two session class, one for making and one for glazing. Ages 9+, 12 and under should be accompanied by an adult. No prior ceramic experience required. Making: Tuesday, October 8th Glazing: Thursday, October 24th
Trivia Night at Wooden Legs is a time to test your knowledge against your fellow beer lovers! As always, the game is free to play and offers many fun prizes to our star teams of the evening. The game will start at 7:30pm and will wrap up by 10pm. Table are limited so we suggest […]
Wednesday, October 9, 2024 (8:00 AM - 1:00 PM) (CDT) Description Beyond Grit: Embracing Passion and Perserverance to Gain the High-Performance Edge Cindra Kamphoff Author & Certified Speaking Professional with the National Speakers Association This keynote will help you embrace passion and purpose in our life and work. Based on almost twenty years of research […]
Join us for the opening of our newest exhibit, Digging Deep: The Secrets of Soil. At 5:30 p.m., Eli Halverson will be presenting the program, "The Hutton Project: How 100 Years of Cultivation has Changed Soil in South Dakota". This event is FREE and open to the public and refreshments will be served.
Our crowd favorite is back! Join local artist Rachel Funk as she guides you through the process of making some customizable garden magic! Note that this is a two session class, one for making and one for glazing. Ages 9+, 12 and under should be accompanied by an adult No prior ceramic experience required Making: […]
TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE!! We are thrilled to announce that tickets for the 3rd Annual Banquet are now LIVE and ready to purchase.Secure your spot today by purchasing tickets though the QR code or this link: https://pfqf.myeventscenter.com/event/92462
Join a local ceramicist to learn how to use a pottery wheel. Note that this is a two session class, one for making and one for glazing. Ages 9+, 12 and under should be accompanied by an adult. No prior ceramic experience required. Making: Thursday, October 10th Glazing: Thursday, October 24th
Get the facts about Referred Law 21, which is on the Nov. 5th ballot. RL21 is being called a "landowner bill of rights," but it will undermine county ordinances and allow the state Public Utilities Commission to have the final say over whether these proposed projects are built. Dakota Rural Action members and staff will […]
Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $65 ($52 members) Join us for a full day of all things bugs and birds! We dive into the fascinating world of nature, discovering the secrets of our feathered friends and multi-legged creatures. Through hands-on activities and exploration, campers learn about the important roles bugs and […]
Fall is here and it’s time to celebrate! Join illustrator and watercolorist Eileen Binkley as she guides you through painting some fun, easy, Folk Art inspired watercolor trees. - No experience necessary, perfect for beginners as well anyone who wants to brush up on their painting foundations - All supplies included, but feel free to […]
Come join us any time between noon and 3pm at McCrory Gardens Education & Visitor Center for a fun and creative cyanotype class using the beautiful fall foliage. Learn the art of creating stunning nature prints using natural elements found in the garden. No prior experience needed, just bring your creativity and enthusiasm! This in-person […]
Create an inviting fall floral centerpiece of your own! Bring your own container and collect flowers and other beautiful plant parts from McCrory Gardens to create your own arrangement during our Fall Festival! Designer and instructor Elizabeth Schmid will artfully guide the process and provide tips to make your own beautiful fall floral arrangement! Liz […]
Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $65 ($52 members) Step back in time at our Prehistoric Camp, where our paleontologists uncover the mysteries of the past. Campers will explore the age of dinosaurs, dig for fossils, and learn about the creatures that roamed the Earth millions of years ago. In celebration of […]
October 24th | 5:30 - 7:00 pm The Nook | Downtown Brookings Join us at the Nook to meet Author Dann Hurlbert + learn more about his book, ‘Suddenly Rural Girl’. After the discussion, Dann will sign copies of his books. ‘Suddenly Rural Girl’ is a friend and faith-finding journey featuring a strong, female, multiracial […]
Join us as we explore the amazing worlds of Science. Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics with hands-on experiments for the whole family.
Join us as we explore the amazing worlds of Science. Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics with hands-on experiments for the whole family.
Trivia Night at Wooden Legs is a time to test your knowledge against your fellow beer lovers! As always, the game is free to play and offers many fun prizes to our star teams of the evening. The game will start at 7:30pm and will wrap up by 10pm. Table are limited so we suggest […]
Get spooky with artist Erik Ritter at the Wooden Legs Brewing Company on October 16th at 7pm. Participants will paint a chilling haunted graveyard while enjoying one free beer or cider of your choice. Register here: https://bac.coursestorm.com/course/haunted-graveyard-at-wlbc
Stop by the Agricultural Heritage Museum and Art Museum for our fourth annual FREE Fall Family Festival! Both museums will have activities and kids of all ages are welcome to put on their costumes a few weeks early to trick-or-treat for candy at both sites. The Agricultural Heritage Museum is located at 977 11th St, […]
October 22nd | 5:00 - 6:30 pm The Nook | Downtown Brookings When author Kristi Hemmer, M.Ed. was eight, she was the Connect Four champ; nobody wanted to play with her. When she was twelve, she was on the Future Problem Solvers of America Championship Team; Kristi was told that if she was too smart, […]
October 22nd | 5:00 - 6:30 pm The Nook | Downtown Brookings When author Kristi Hemmer, M.Ed. was eight, she was the Connect Four champ; nobody wanted to play with her. When she was twelve, she was on the Future Problem Solvers of America Championship Team; Kristi was told that if she was too smart, […]
Trivia Night at Wooden Legs is a time to test your knowledge against your fellow beer lovers! As always, the game is free to play and offers many fun prizes to our star teams of the evening. The game will start at 7:30pm and will wrap up by 10pm. Table are limited so we suggest […]
Help the library build an ofrenda (an altar made to honor deceased loved ones during Dia De los Muertos or the Day of the Dead )! Come craft marigolds and butterflies, “sugar skulls”, and picture frames to display in the library! Those who wish to have their friends or relatives featured on the ofrenda can […]
Join acclaimed author and producer Curtis Chin for a screening of his newly released documentary "Dear Corky", featuring New Yorker photojournalist Corky Lee, who documented his hometown’s Chinatown and Asian American communities around the country for over 50 years. Plus a bonus screening of segments of "Vincent Who", learning who Vincent is and his monumental […]
October 24th | 5:30 - 7:00 pm The Nook | Downtown Brookings Join us at the Nook to meet Author Dann Hurlbert + learn more about his book, ‘Suddenly Rural Girl’. After the discussion, Dann will sign copies of his books. ‘Suddenly Rural Girl’ is a friend and faith-finding journey featuring a strong, female, multiracial […]
Join acclaimed author Curtis Chin as he discusses his new book about growing up Asian American in Detroit, coming out in a working-class immigrant community and being a first-generation college student. Gain insights into identity, resilience and the Asian American experience in this inspiring presentation. Named as a top memoir by Time Magazine, the Washington […]
Join local artist Eileen Binkley for this fun and seasonal watercolor class. Costumes encouraged! No experience needed All supplies provided 8+, students 12 and under should have an adult accompanying or taking the class
Trivia Night at Wooden Legs is a time to test your knowledge against your fellow beer lovers! As always, the game is free to play and offers many fun prizes to our star teams of the evening. The game will start at 7:30pm and will wrap up by 10pm. Table are limited so we suggest […]
