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First Thursday Member Evening Play
First Thursday Member Evening Play
Join us for special member hours! The Museum exhibits will be open for play for our members until 7 pm. Play Central Toys & Books will be offering a 20% discount on member purchases made that night. Play along! Please note: The Café will not be open during First Thursday until further notice.
Museum Membership
Miss South Dakota Scholarship Competition
Miss South Dakota Scholarship Competition
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!
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Miss South Dakota Scholarship Competition
Miss South Dakota Scholarship Competition
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!
2 events,
Brookings Farmers Market
Brookings Farmers Market
Support your local producer at the Brookings Farmers Market! The Brookings Farmers Market is open every Saturday from the first week of May through the last week of October. Join us on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the 300 block of 6th Ave, the street between the Brookings Library and County Courthouse. We are just […]
Miss South Dakota Scholarship Competition
Miss South Dakota Scholarship Competition
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!
1 event,
Good Roots Wood Fire Pizza Night
Good Roots Wood Fire Pizza Night
Our weekly wood-fired pizza nights are every Sunday evening, 4:30-7:30 PM, starting early June - mid Oct. This year, enjoy our farm fresh pizza with family and friends by placing a pre-order! Pre-orders for the upcoming Sundays will be open Tuesdays from 3 pm with the new menu. To place your order visit goodrootsfarm.square.site, order […]
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605 Mural & Bubbles Community Celebration
605 Mural & Bubbles Community Celebration
Once a year in early June, South Dakota celebrates its single area code and all the beauty, fun, and wonder it encompasses. June 5th (6-05) is 605 Day! Join the Brookings community to celebrate 605 Day in the Nick's Hamburger courtyard from 4-7 p.m. Make your mark on the neighborhood by painting a portion of […]
Free
3 events,
Nature Explorers at Dakota Nature Park
Nature Explorers at Dakota Nature Park
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
$27
Pollination, Plants & Seed Dispersal @ Dakota Nature Park
Pollination, Plants & Seed Dispersal @ Dakota Nature Park
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
$27
STEAM Club
STEAM Club
This two week program is for kids entering grades 4 or 5. Register for up to 2 of the 3 projects. Held at 1 pm or 2 pm, locations vary. Registration required. Registration opens online on May 16th. Project 1 - June 6 & 13 Sessions at 1 pm & 2 pm Fairy Garden & […]
4 events,
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Playful Preschoolers: Dinosaurs
Playful Preschoolers: Dinosaurs
Ages 3-5 | Drop Off Optional | Registration Required | $20 ($16 members) Preschool Camps offer a great opportunity to make new friends, learn new skills, and have fun adventures. With our hands-on approach to learning, remember to dress for a mess!
$16 – $20
Pollination, Plants & Seed Dispersal @ Dakota Nature Park
Pollination, Plants & Seed Dispersal @ Dakota Nature Park
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
$27
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Bike Rodeo
Bike Rodeo
It's Big Event Wednesday! Bring your bike, decorate it and test your skills on the obstacle course. 1 pm behind the Government Center
3 events,
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Day Camp: Exploring the Studio
Day Camp: Exploring the Studio
Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $52 ($41.60 members) What inspires your child’s artistic side? Children will discover their muse and explore different ways of representing their inspiration. Will you be a fiber and textile artist, sculptor, painter, collage artist, or mixed media? Hint – you can be more than one! Please […]
$41.60 – $52
Pollination, Plants & Seed Dispersal @ Dakota Nature Park
Pollination, Plants & Seed Dispersal @ Dakota Nature Park
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
$27
Nature Explorers at Dakota Nature Park
Nature Explorers at Dakota Nature Park
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
$27
3 events,
Fishin’ Fridays at Dakota Nature Park
Fishin’ Fridays at Dakota Nature Park
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 […]
$27
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Mini Makers: Dinosaurs
Mini Makers: Dinosaurs
Ages 2-5 | Family Style | $6.50 ($5.20 members) In this hands-on class participants will make their own take home play-kit while meeting new friends. This play date inspired class has time to explore different ways your kit can be played with at home.
$5.20 – $6.50
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Sensory Friendly Play
Sensory Friendly Play
Join the Children's Museum for a low-sensory playtime that offers a calm, less crowded opportunity for exploration in our Museum’s exhibits. This event is specially designed for children, adults, and families who will benefit from expanded accessibility and sensory accommodations. Service providers and therapists are welcome to accompany students/clients. Regular admission rates apply. These events […]
Free with paid admission
3 events,
Brookings Farmers Market
Brookings Farmers Market
Support your local producer at the Brookings Farmers Market! The Brookings Farmers Market is open every Saturday from the first week of May through the last week of October. Join us on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the 300 block of 6th Ave, the street between the Brookings Library and County Courthouse. We are just […]
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“Dakota Modern” Opening Day Celebration
“Dakota Modern” Opening Day Celebration
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 […]
1 event,
Good Roots Wood Fire Pizza Night
Good Roots Wood Fire Pizza Night
Our weekly wood-fired pizza nights are every Sunday evening, 4:30-7:30 PM, starting early June - mid Oct. This year, enjoy our farm fresh pizza with family and friends by placing a pre-order! Pre-orders for the upcoming Sundays will be open Tuesdays from 3 pm with the new menu. To place your order visit goodrootsfarm.square.site, order […]
2 events,
Introduction to Kayaking
Introduction to Kayaking
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 […]
$20
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June Make & Take Monday – Goofy Fruit Magnets
June Make & Take Monday – Goofy Fruit Magnets
Join us for a Make & Take Monday craft! Each month will bring a new craft for you to stop in, make, and take home to enjoy. The cost is $1 per craft, and you can visit agmuseum.com or our social media pages for more information! For National Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Month in June, […]
$1
4 events,
Animal Olympics at Dakota Nature Park
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 - […]
$27
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Day Camp: Animal Science
Day Camp: Animal Science
Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $52 ($41.60 members) Engage with your curiosity about the natural world of animals by embarking on nature walks, building habitats, and developing a deeper understanding of animal adaptations through a variety of STEAM-based challenges. Please bring a sack lunch.
$41.60 – $52
STEAM Club
STEAM Club
This two week program is for kids entering grades 4 or 5. Register for up to 2 of the 3 projects. Held at 1 pm or 2 pm, locations vary. Registration required. Registration opens online on May 16th. Project 1 - June 6 & 13 Sessions at 1 pm & 2 pm Fairy Garden & […]
Anderson Plaza Performance Series
Anderson Plaza Performance Series
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. […]
7 events,
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Playful Preschoolers: Lil’ Builders
Playful Preschoolers: Lil’ Builders
Ages 3-5 | Drop Off Optional | Registration Required | $20 ($16 members) Preschool Camps offer a great opportunity to make new friends, learn new skills, and have fun adventures. With our hands-on approach to learning, remember to dress for a mess!
$16 – $20
Animal Olympics at Dakota Nature Park
Animal Olympics at Dakota Nature Park
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 - […]
$27
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Summertime Food Trucks and Fun
Summertime Food Trucks and Fun
Join the South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum for our annual Summertime Food Trucks & Fun series! Each event will run 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM and the food truck, tables and chairs, and musician will be set up behind/north of the museum. Parking is available in the lot behind/north of the museum. - June 14: […]
4 events,
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Day Camp: STEAM
Day Camp: STEAM
Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $52 ($41.60 members) Want to tinker? Be part of a team working its way through science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) challenges. Feeling creative? Explore art through a variety of tools and mediums. Every STEAM camp holds a new adventure! Please bring a sack lunch.
$41.60 – $52
Animal Olympics at Dakota Nature Park
Animal Olympics at Dakota Nature Park
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 - […]
$27
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Our Heritage in Song Concert
Our Heritage in Song Concert
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 […]
Free
3 events,
Fishin’ Fridays at Dakota Nature Park
Fishin’ Fridays at Dakota Nature Park
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 […]
$27
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Mini Makers: Sensory Play
Mini Makers: Sensory Play
Ages 2-5 | Family Style | $6.50 ($5.20 members) In this hands-on class participants will make their own take home play-kit while meeting new friends. This play date inspired class has time to explore different ways your kit can be played with at home.
$5.20 – $6.50
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VisABILITY Initiative Yard Game Day
VisABILITY Initiative Yard Game Day
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 […]
3 events,
Brookings Kite Festival
The Brookings Kite Festival is a free community event for all ages at Fishback Soccer Complex in Brookings, South Dakota. This annual event fills the sky with enormous show kites! The festival also includes a few kid-friendly activities, food vendors, face painting and much more. Get outside and enjoy the afternoon watching kites fly in the sky […]
Brookings Farmers Market
Brookings Farmers Market
Support your local producer at the Brookings Farmers Market! The Brookings Farmers Market is open every Saturday from the first week of May through the last week of October. Join us on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the 300 block of 6th Ave, the street between the Brookings Library and County Courthouse. We are just […]
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Agriculture Day
Agriculture Day
Celebrate Agriculture Day with the Children’s Museum of South Dakota, Hungry for Truth, and South Dakota Soybean Checkoff! Join us for interactive activities and opportunities to learn more about the farmers who bring your food from farm to table. Make DIY Playdough and Meet Your Farmer: Saturday, June 17, from 10 am – 4 pm […]
Free with paid admission
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Father’s Day Aquatic Center Special
Father’s Day Aquatic Center Special
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
Good Roots Wood Fire Pizza Night
Good Roots Wood Fire Pizza Night
Our weekly wood-fired pizza nights are every Sunday evening, 4:30-7:30 PM, starting early June - mid Oct. This year, enjoy our farm fresh pizza with family and friends by placing a pre-order! Pre-orders for the upcoming Sundays will be open Tuesdays from 3 pm with the new menu. To place your order visit goodrootsfarm.square.site, order […]
Brookings Area Community Band Concert
Brookings Area Community Band Concert
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 […]
5 events,
Something Fishy at Dakota Nature Park
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 […]
$27
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Day Camp: Theater
Day Camp: Theater
Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $52 ($41.60 members) From character building to storytelling there are many ways to explore the world of theater. Children will dabble in the theatrics of stop motion, puppetry, improve and more in this delightfully interactive camp. Please bring a sack lunch.
$41.60 – $52
STEAM Club
STEAM Club
This two week program is for kids entering grades 4 or 5. Register for up to 2 of the 3 projects. Held at 1 pm or 2 pm, locations vary. Registration required. Registration opens online on May 16th. Project 1 - June 6 & 13 Sessions at 1 pm & 2 pm Fairy Garden & […]
Prey vs. Predator at Dakota Nature Park
Prey vs. Predator at Dakota Nature Park
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. […]
$27
4 events,
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Playful Preschoolers: Paint-n-Play
Playful Preschoolers: Paint-n-Play
Ages 3-5 | Drop Off Optional | Registration Required | $20 ($16 members) Preschool Camps offer a great opportunity to make new friends, learn new skills, and have fun adventures. With our hands-on approach to learning, remember to dress for a mess!
$16 – $20
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Brent Allen and his Puppet Friends
Brent Allen and his Puppet Friends
Laugh and be entertained as Brent's puppet friends put on a talent show. 1 & 3 pm at the Pioneer Park Bandshell
Prey vs. Predator at Dakota Nature Park
Prey vs. Predator at Dakota Nature Park
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. […]
$27
3 events,
Something Fishy at Dakota Nature Park
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 […]
$27
Prey vs. Predator at Dakota Nature Park
Prey vs. Predator at Dakota Nature Park
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. […]
$27
3 events,
Fishin’ Fridays at Dakota Nature Park
Fishin’ Fridays at Dakota Nature Park
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 […]
$27
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Mini Makers: Music
Mini Makers: Music
Ages 2-5 | Family Style | $6.50 ($5.20 members) In this hands-on class participants will make their own take home play-kit while meeting new friends. This play date inspired class has time to explore different ways your kit can be played with at home.
$5.20 – $6.50
4 events,
Brookings Farmers Market
Brookings Farmers Market
Support your local producer at the Brookings Farmers Market! The Brookings Farmers Market is open every Saturday from the first week of May through the last week of October. Join us on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the 300 block of 6th Ave, the street between the Brookings Library and County Courthouse. We are just […]
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Cash Money Youth Skills Camp
Cash Money Youth Skills Camp
Camp will be Saturday June 24th at the BHS Football Field 1st-5th Grade goes from 9:00AM - 11:30AM! 6th-12th Grade from 1:30PM-4:00PM Link to sign up: bit.ly/2023cashmoneyregister This year's camp is going to be filled with excitement as we welcome NEW guests, including NFL, NBA, college football and basketball coaches and players! Everyone is welcome, […]
2 events,
Good Roots Wood Fire Pizza Night
Good Roots Wood Fire Pizza Night
Our weekly wood-fired pizza nights are every Sunday evening, 4:30-7:30 PM, starting early June - mid Oct. This year, enjoy our farm fresh pizza with family and friends by placing a pre-order! Pre-orders for the upcoming Sundays will be open Tuesdays from 3 pm with the new menu. To place your order visit goodrootsfarm.square.site, order […]
Brookings Area Community Band Concert
Brookings Area Community Band Concert
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 […]
1 event,
Introduction to Kayaking
Introduction to Kayaking
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 […]
$20
6 events,
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Day Camp: Coding & Robotics
Day Camp: Coding & Robotics
Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $52 ($41.60 members) Spark your imagination as we explore circuitry and robotics through mapping and design, coding, and hands-on experiments. Please bring a sack lunch.
$41.60 – $52
Creepy Crawler Critters
Creepy Crawler Critters
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
$27
South Dakota’s Most Unwanted
South Dakota’s Most Unwanted
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 […]
$27
5 events,
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Playful Preschoolers: Things That Zoom
Playful Preschoolers: Things That Zoom
Ages 3-5 | Drop Off Optional | Registration Required | $20 ($16 members) Preschool Camps offer a great opportunity to make new friends, learn new skills, and have fun adventures. With our hands-on approach to learning, remember to dress for a mess!
$16 – $20
Creepy Crawler Critters
Creepy Crawler Critters
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
$27
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Summertime Food Trucks and Fun
Summertime Food Trucks and Fun
Join the South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum for our annual Summertime Food Trucks & Fun series! Each event will run 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM and the food truck, tables and chairs, and musician will be set up behind/north of the museum. Parking is available in the lot behind/north of the museum. - June 28: […]
3 events,
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Day Camp: Kinetic Art
Day Camp: Kinetic Art
Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $52 ($41.60 members) See what happens when art and motion join forces. Kinetic art camp will explore different types of art that rely on motion for special effects.
$41.60 – $52
Creepy Crawler Critters
Creepy Crawler Critters
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
$27
South Dakota’s Most Unwanted
South Dakota’s Most Unwanted
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 […]
$27
2 events,
Fishin’ Fridays at Dakota Nature Park
Fishin’ Fridays at Dakota Nature Park
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 […]
$27
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Mini Makers: Puppet Play
Mini Makers: Puppet Play
Ages 2-5 | Family Style | $6.50 ($5.20 members) In this hands-on class participants will make their own take home play-kit while meeting new friends. This play date inspired class has time to explore different ways your kit can be played with at home.
$5.20 – $6.50
2 events,
Brookings Farmers Market
Brookings Farmers Market
Support your local producer at the Brookings Farmers Market! The Brookings Farmers Market is open every Saturday from the first week of May through the last week of October. Join us on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the 300 block of 6th Ave, the street between the Brookings Library and County Courthouse. We are just […]