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 […]
IN LIVING COLOR In connection with Pride month, the Brookings Arts Council is opening a call for art inviting any queer identifying artist that lives or works in South Dakota to submit original works. This exhibition, In Living Color, is open to two and three dimensional media types. Works are due to the Arts Council […]
Ignite the Night! June 1-3, 2023 | Brookings, SD Join us for the 76th Annual Miss South Dakota scholarship competition in conjunction with the Miss South Dakota's Outstanding Teen competition to be held on the campus of South Dakota State University in Brookings!
Ignite the Night! June 1-3, 2023 | Brookings, SD Join us for the 76th Annual Miss South Dakota scholarship competition in conjunction with the Miss South Dakota's Outstanding Teen competition to be held on the campus of South Dakota State University in Brookings!
Come join us for some fun, food and entertainment for Brookings Pride 2023!!! More details on performances coming soon.
Ignite the Night! June 1-3, 2023 | Brookings, SD Join us for the 76th Annual Miss South Dakota scholarship competition in conjunction with the Miss South Dakota's Outstanding Teen competition to be held on the campus of South Dakota State University in Brookings!
Join our staff and learn to identify local birds and discover who and what lives in the water. Look for wildlife and their tracks, fish for bugs in the water with dip nets, search for prairie plants and so much more! Ages 5-7 | 9-10 am Ages 8-10 | 1:15 -2:15
Campers will be buzzing like bees on the trails of the Dakota Nature Park. We will learn about the different methods of pollination from animals to abiotic methods such as winds, plant dissection, plant identification and how seeds disperse. Ages 5-7 | 10:45 - 11:45 am
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 […]
Campers will be buzzing like bees on the trails of the Dakota Nature Park. We will learn about the different methods of pollination from animals to abiotic methods such as winds, plant dissection, plant identification and how seeds disperse. Ages 5-7 | 10:45 - 11:45 am
It's Big Event Wednesday! Bring your bike, decorate it and test your skills on the obstacle course. 1 pm behind the Government Center
Join our staff and learn to identify local birds and discover who and what lives in the water. Look for wildlife and their tracks, fish for bugs in the water with dip nets, search for prairie plants and so much more! Ages 5-7 | 9-10 am Ages 8-10 | 1:15 -2:15
Campers will be buzzing like bees on the trails of the Dakota Nature Park. We will learn about the different methods of pollination from animals to abiotic methods such as winds, plant dissection, plant identification and how seeds disperse. Ages 5-7 | 10:45 - 11:45 am
Join our staff and learn to identify local birds and discover who and what lives in the water. Look for wildlife and their tracks, fish for bugs in the water with dip nets, search for prairie plants and so much more! Ages 5-7 | 9-10 am Ages 8-10 | 1:15 -2:15
A group of people help Jesus Christ tell different parables by using a wide variety of games, storytelling techniques and a hefty dose of comic timing. An eclectic blend of songs, ranging in style from pop to vaudeville, is employed as the story of Jesus' life dances across the stage. Season Tickets on Sale March […]
The Nature Center is offering a safe and supervised class for your child to explore some local fishing spots. We supply the bait and equipment. If you choose you can bring your own. Max 10 people per class. Early bird pricing $27 ends May 16. Fee: $35 Session 1: Friday June 9 & 16 Registration […]
A group of people help Jesus Christ tell different parables by using a wide variety of games, storytelling techniques and a hefty dose of comic timing. An eclectic blend of songs, ranging in style from pop to vaudeville, is employed as the story of Jesus' life dances across the stage. Season Tickets on Sale March […]
Join us to celebrate the opening of Dakota Modern: The Art of Oscar Howe at the South Dakota Art Museum with FREE events and activities throughout the day, including: 9 am - 11 am | Curator Talk (Auditorium and Multipurpose Room) 12 pm - 4 pm | Native American Performances and Activities on Anderson Plaza and the […]
A group of people help Jesus Christ tell different parables by using a wide variety of games, storytelling techniques and a hefty dose of comic timing. An eclectic blend of songs, ranging in style from pop to vaudeville, is employed as the story of Jesus' life dances across the stage. Season Tickets on Sale March […]
Class includes learning about the equipment and its uses, dock launches, maneuvers, posture, using single kayaks, boating courtesy, safety issues along with the free time on the ponds to do some kayaking on your own. No paddling experience is required, beginners are welcome! Life jackets and basic equipment are provided. Max 8 per class Class […]
Run as fast as a mouse and jump farther than a rabbit! You will be introduced to South Dakota's amazing animals and learn about their astounding adaptations. Campers will participate in challenges and learn new skills, while discovering the creatures that live in our area. Ages 5-7 | 9-10 am Ages 8-10 | 10:45 - […]
Join us on Anderson Plaza, behind the South Dakota Art Museum (1036 Medary Ave.), for free performances on Tuesday evenings in June and July. Bring your own picnic, chair and blanket. We’ll have snacks and drinks for purchase, yard games and plenty of space for fun on the Campus Green while you enjoy the performance. […]
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 […]
Run as fast as a mouse and jump farther than a rabbit! You will be introduced to South Dakota's amazing animals and learn about their astounding adaptations. Campers will participate in challenges and learn new skills, while discovering the creatures that live in our area. Ages 5-7 | 9-10 am Ages 8-10 | 10:45 - […]
It's Big Event Wednesday! Join us for some fun with friends from prairie rep theater. 1 pm at Hillcrest Park Shelters
It's Big Event Wednesday! Have a foam party and play in the foam created by mega foam blasters. 2 - 3:30 pm at Hillcrest Park Shelters
Run as fast as a mouse and jump farther than a rabbit! You will be introduced to South Dakota's amazing animals and learn about their astounding adaptations. Campers will participate in challenges and learn new skills, while discovering the creatures that live in our area. Ages 5-7 | 9-10 am Ages 8-10 | 10:45 - […]
Traditional folk music duo Curtis & Loretta present Our Heritage in Song, a delightfully entertaining concert. Dressed in 1800s costumes, the duo makes history come alive with their seamless harmonies and period instruments, including banjo, celeste (a charming antique keyboard that plays bells), folk harp, mandocello, harmonica, and guitar. Between songs, Curtis & Loretta’s engaging […]
Get your comedy fix with Improvanopolis!! General Admission - $12 + fees online before the show!! or $15 cash at the door (If we aren't sold out!?) Student Tickets - $8 + fees online, or $10 cash at the door with student ID. Use code "student605". **Wooden Legs is a bar, so you must be […]
The Nature Center is offering a safe and supervised class for your child to explore some local fishing spots. We supply the bait and equipment. If you choose you can bring your own. Max 10 people per class. Early bird pricing $27 ends May 16. Fee: $35 Session 1: Friday June 9 & 16 Registration […]
Come enjoy disability and neurodivergent-friendly activities that are accessible, adaptable, and welcoming! Activities are free and open to the public. All ages are welcome. Please contact mneubauer@cityofbrookings-sd.gov with any questions! If you require assistance, alternative formats, and/or accessible locations consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the City ADA Coordinator at (605) 692-6281 […]
By Neil Simon June 14-16, 2023 at 7:30pm June 17, 2023 at 2:00pm Oscar Larson Theatre At a large townhouse, the Deputy Mayor of New York has just shot himself. Though it's only a flesh wound, Ken Gorman's self-inflicted injury sets off a series of events causing four couples to experience a severe attack of […]
By Neil Simon June 14-16, 2023 at 7:30pm June 17, 2023 at 2:00pm Oscar Larson Theatre At a large townhouse, the Deputy Mayor of New York has just shot himself. Though it's only a flesh wound, Ken Gorman's self-inflicted injury sets off a series of events causing four couples to experience a severe attack of […]
Dads get in free when accompanied by a child with a season ticket or paying a daily fee. Hillcrest Aquatic Center open 1 pm - 7 pm
Throughout June and July, local resident musicians take the stage at Pioneer Park to perform your favorite tunes from the past. The Brookings Area Community Band host several concerts on Sunday evenings at 7:30 PM, encouraging community members to bring a blanket, their lawn chairs and settle in for a relaxing night of free, family […]
Campers will become an ichthyologist for the week! They will learn about the anatomy of fish, what they eat and the fish available at the Dakota Nature Park along with other local species. On the 22nd, we will go fishing. Campers are welcome to bring their own gear or borrow ours. Ages 5-7 | 9-10 […]
Predators come in all sizes from insects, raptors, to mountain lions and even there are in between sizes known as mesopredators. Campers will learn about the importance of the food chain, what happens when the food chain is disturbed by an invasive species, different adaptations of both prey and predator, and how they capture prey. […]
Join us on Anderson Plaza, behind the South Dakota Art Museum (1036 Medary Ave.), for free performances on Tuesday evenings in June and July. Bring your own picnic, chair and blanket. We’ll have snacks and drinks for purchase, yard games and plenty of space for fun on the Campus Green while you enjoy the performance. […]
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 […]
Laugh and be entertained as Brent's puppet friends put on a talent show. 1 & 3 pm at the Pioneer Park Bandshell
Predators come in all sizes from insects, raptors, to mountain lions and even there are in between sizes known as mesopredators. Campers will learn about the importance of the food chain, what happens when the food chain is disturbed by an invasive species, different adaptations of both prey and predator, and how they capture prey. […]
By Philip King June 21-23, 2023 at 7:30pm June 24, 2023 at 2:00pm Oscar Larson Theatre So swift is the action, so involved the situations, so rib-tickling the plot in this London hit that at its finish, audiences are left exhausted from laughter. Galloping in and out of the four doors of an English vicarage […]
Campers will become an ichthyologist for the week! They will learn about the anatomy of fish, what they eat and the fish available at the Dakota Nature Park along with other local species. On the 22nd, we will go fishing. Campers are welcome to bring their own gear or borrow ours. Ages 5-7 | 9-10 […]
Predators come in all sizes from insects, raptors, to mountain lions and even there are in between sizes known as mesopredators. Campers will learn about the importance of the food chain, what happens when the food chain is disturbed by an invasive species, different adaptations of both prey and predator, and how they capture prey. […]
By Philip King June 21-23, 2023 at 7:30pm June 24, 2023 at 2:00pm Oscar Larson Theatre So swift is the action, so involved the situations, so rib-tickling the plot in this London hit that at its finish, audiences are left exhausted from laughter. Galloping in and out of the four doors of an English vicarage […]
The Nature Center is offering a safe and supervised class for your child to explore some local fishing spots. We supply the bait and equipment. If you choose you can bring your own. Max 10 people per class. Early bird pricing $27 ends May 16. Fee: $35 Session 1: Friday June 9 & 16 Registration […]
By Philip King June 21-23, 2023 at 7:30pm June 24, 2023 at 2:00pm Oscar Larson Theatre So swift is the action, so involved the situations, so rib-tickling the plot in this London hit that at its finish, audiences are left exhausted from laughter. Galloping in and out of the four doors of an English vicarage […]
By Philip King June 21-23, 2023 at 7:30pm June 24, 2023 at 2:00pm Oscar Larson Theatre So swift is the action, so involved the situations, so rib-tickling the plot in this London hit that at its finish, audiences are left exhausted from laughter. Galloping in and out of the four doors of an English vicarage […]
Throughout June and July, local resident musicians take the stage at Pioneer Park to perform your favorite tunes from the past. The Brookings Area Community Band host several concerts on Sunday evenings at 7:30 PM, encouraging community members to bring a blanket, their lawn chairs and settle in for a relaxing night of free, family […]
Class includes learning about the equipment and its uses, dock launches, maneuvers, posture, using single kayaks, boating courtesy, safety issues along with the free time on the ponds to do some kayaking on your own. No paddling experience is required, beginners are welcome! Life jackets and basic equipment are provided. Max 8 per class Class […]
Does your camper love bugs? How about snakes and salamanders? Come with us and discover all things that creep and crawl. Session 1: June 27,28,29 Ages 5-7 | 9-10 am Session 2: July 18, 19, 20 Ages 5-7 | 9-10 am
Every animal and plant species has a native habitat, or enviroment where it naturally and normally lives and grows. Introducing a non-native species to a new ecosystem can have negative consequences. The species may become an invasive species, or a species that causes harm to the new enviroment. Campers will take a look at South […]
Join us on Anderson Plaza, behind the South Dakota Art Museum (1036 Medary Ave.), for free performances on Tuesday evenings in June and July. Bring your own picnic, chair and blanket. We’ll have snacks and drinks for purchase, yard games and plenty of space for fun on the Campus Green while you enjoy the performance. […]
Does your camper love bugs? How about snakes and salamanders? Come with us and discover all things that creep and crawl. Session 1: June 27,28,29 Ages 5-7 | 9-10 am Session 2: July 18, 19, 20 Ages 5-7 | 9-10 am
Every animal and plant species has a native habitat, or enviroment where it naturally and normally lives and grows. Introducing a non-native species to a new ecosystem can have negative consequences. The species may become an invasive species, or a species that causes harm to the new enviroment. Campers will take a look at South […]
Does your camper love bugs? How about snakes and salamanders? Come with us and discover all things that creep and crawl. Session 1: June 27,28,29 Ages 5-7 | 9-10 am Session 2: July 18, 19, 20 Ages 5-7 | 9-10 am
Every animal and plant species has a native habitat, or enviroment where it naturally and normally lives and grows. Introducing a non-native species to a new ecosystem can have negative consequences. The species may become an invasive species, or a species that causes harm to the new enviroment. Campers will take a look at South […]
Join us June 29th for the return of our annual fundraiser, Tables Beautiful! This year our wonderful longtime event will be a garden cocktail party focused on admiring the lovely tablescapes created by our fellow community members. McCrory Gardens is hosting us, featuring live music, food trucks, local artisan vendors, and of course our tablescape […]
The Nature Center is offering a safe and supervised class for your child to explore some local fishing spots. We supply the bait and equipment. If you choose you can bring your own. Max 10 people per class. Early bird pricing $27 ends May 16. Fee: $35 Session 1: Friday June 9 & 16 Registration […]
