Ages 5-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $5.50 ($4.40 members) Need after-school care? Or perhaps you are looking for a place to spark your child’s imagination? The After School Maker Studio is a flexible, come and go experience for children age 5 and up. The space, designed by children for children, will inspire […]
Learn how to use the Library's Glowforge and customize your own leaf earrings. Registration is required. Call the Library, send a Facebook message to the Library's page, or email mneubauer@cityofbrookings-sd.gov to register for either the 1pm or 5:30pm session starting April 25th.
Ages 5-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $5.50 ($4.40 members) Need after-school care? Or perhaps you are looking for a place to spark your child’s imagination? The After School Maker Studio is a flexible, come and go experience for children age 5 and up. The space, designed by children for children, will inspire […]
Ages 5-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $5.50 ($4.40 members) Need after-school care? Or perhaps you are looking for a place to spark your child’s imagination? The After School Maker Studio is a flexible, come and go experience for children age 5 and up. The space, designed by children for children, will inspire […]
Drink like a capitalist at this dynamic draft beer stock exchange at WLBC! Opening bell rings at 7 PM, all draft prices start to fall and only rise when a beer is ordered. You set the price at Wall Street Wednesday - the most dynamic happy hour in Brookings! Closing bell rings at 10 PM.
Trivia Night at EBC 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 7pm and will wrap up by 9pm. We also ask that you limit your […]
Ages 5-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $5.50 ($4.40 members) Need after-school care? Or perhaps you are looking for a place to spark your child’s imagination? The After School Maker Studio is a flexible, come and go experience for children age 5 and up. The space, designed by children for children, will inspire […]
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.
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.
Cheer on the SDSU Jackrabbits as they take on our rivals from the south, the USD Coyotes!
Ages 5-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $5.50 ($4.40 members) Need after-school care? Or perhaps you are looking for a place to spark your child’s imagination? The After School Maker Studio is a flexible, come and go experience for children age 5 and up. The space, designed by children for children, will inspire […]
Cheer on the SDSU Jackrabbits as they take on our rivals from the south, the USD Coyotes!
Graduation ceremonies for the Class of 2023 will be held May 6, 2023 at the Swiftel Center in Brookings, South Dakota. The move from campus is due to the construction in Frost Arena as that facility continues its transformation into First Bank & Trust Arena during the next 18 months. Graduates, associate through doctoral degrees, […]
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 […]
Cheer on the SDSU Jackrabbits as they take on our rivals from the south, the USD Coyotes!
Visit Brookings invites the community to shine red in support for the hundreds of our friends, families and neighbors whose livelihoods depend on tourism during National Travel & Tourism Week May 7-13, 2023. Red is the official color of NTTW. Join the Visit Brookings office, the Children’s Museum of South Dakota and other attractions in […]
TuliPalooza is Here! 5-8-2023 We are excited to announce TuliPalooza 2023! Open Everyday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Tulips are in Bloom 1-2 weeks! A short window of time! Did you know all SDSU employees get in FREE with up to 6 guests year-round? Come enjoy the tulips with your families! After the long winter, […]
Learn some fun stitches and get started on your own mushroom sampler! This class is intermediate and builds upon basic embroidery skills, so those new to the hobby or who want a refresher are encouraged to attend. All materials are provided. Registration is required. Call the Library, send a Facebook message to the Library's page, […]
Join us on May 8 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! In May, we will be making […]
Ages 5-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $5.50 ($4.40 members) Need after-school care? Or perhaps you are looking for a place to spark your child’s imagination? The After School Maker Studio is a flexible, come and go experience for children age 5 and up. The space, designed by children for children, will inspire […]
The goal of our festival is to provide a multi-topic, multi-disciplinary, one day water themed event where kids apply their knowledge of the water education they have learned in their classrooms.
Ages 5-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $5.50 ($4.40 members) Need after-school care? Or perhaps you are looking for a place to spark your child’s imagination? The After School Maker Studio is a flexible, come and go experience for children age 5 and up. The space, designed by children for children, will inspire […]
As May is Mental Health Awareness Month, join us as Billie Sutton and local panel help us walk through how to challenge the stigma around accessing supports as protective factors towards healing and recovery. The Brookings County Resilient Communities team invites all community members to this free event. Please encourage a friend to sign up, […]
Ages 5-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $5.50 ($4.40 members) Need after-school care? Or perhaps you are looking for a place to spark your child’s imagination? The After School Maker Studio is a flexible, come and go experience for children age 5 and up. The space, designed by children for children, will inspire […]
Drink like a capitalist at this dynamic draft beer stock exchange at WLBC! Opening bell rings at 7 PM, all draft prices start to fall and only rise when a beer is ordered. You set the price at Wall Street Wednesday - the most dynamic happy hour in Brookings! Closing bell rings at 10 PM.
Learn to use Brookings Public Library's Cricut electronic cutting machine and customize your own floral banner. Registration is limited and required. Ages 16+. Classes at 1pm and 5:30pm.
Ages 5-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $5.50 ($4.40 members) Need after-school care? Or perhaps you are looking for a place to spark your child’s imagination? The After School Maker Studio is a flexible, come and go experience for children age 5 and up. The space, designed by children for children, will inspire […]
Join us 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 include the […]
Join us at the BAC to learn how to use a pottery wheel from local ceramicist Rachel Funk! PLEASE NOTE: This is an afternoon class! Only 4 spots open for each class This class is 2 sessions, each approx. 2 hours long All supplies included in the cost of the class No experience necessary Materials […]
Ages 5-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $5.50 ($4.40 members) Need after-school care? Or perhaps you are looking for a place to spark your child’s imagination? The After School Maker Studio is a flexible, come and go experience for children age 5 and up. The space, designed by children for children, will inspire […]
Join us for the oldest marathon in South Dakota and one of the oldest in the United States. Run every year since 1970, the Brookings Marathon offers small town running at its best!
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 […]
IT'S TIME FOR ANOTHER FREE COMMUNITY ART DAY! Get ready to get creative with us during this 'art break'! Join the South Dakota Art Museum and the Brookings Arts Council in welcoming local artist Erik Ritter in our next Community Art Day! This time we'll be creating flower power paintings that can be hung together […]
Join Deb Yoder from Tibetan Temple Sounds for a sound meditation with the Himalayan singing bowls in celebration of Mother's Day. This holistic practice relaxes the body, mind and spirit. Enjoy 45 minutes of stillness and leave feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. Tickets are $15.00 + taxes & fees. Participants should plan to bring a lawn […]
Ages 5-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $5.50 ($4.40 members) Need after-school care? Or perhaps you are looking for a place to spark your child’s imagination? The After School Maker Studio is a flexible, come and go experience for children age 5 and up. The space, designed by children for children, will inspire […]
This event is free and popcorn is provided! May's Movie: A Man Called Otto (PG-13, 2 hours and 6 minutes) Otto is a grump who's given up on life following the loss of his wife and wants to end it all. When a young family moves in nearby, he meets his match in quick-witted Marisol, […]
Joint Camp is a free, 60-minute educational session for individuals who are having, or are thinking about, knee or hip joint replacements. Joint Camp is presented by team members who regularly assist patients on their joint journey, including nurses and therapists. Topics covered include an explanation of joint pain, physical and occupational therapy preparation, how […]
Ages 5-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $5.50 ($4.40 members) Need after-school care? Or perhaps you are looking for a place to spark your child’s imagination? The After School Maker Studio is a flexible, come and go experience for children age 5 and up. The space, designed by children for children, will inspire […]
Ages 5-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $5.50 ($4.40 members) Need after-school care? Or perhaps you are looking for a place to spark your child’s imagination? The After School Maker Studio is a flexible, come and go experience for children age 5 and up. The space, designed by children for children, will inspire […]
Covers adult, infant and child CPR as well as ventilation using a barrier device, AED, and choking relief for adults and infants. The American Heart Association BLS Course is recommended for health care providers and other personnel who need to know how to perform CPR and other basic cardiovascular life support. The class uses realistic […]
Trivia Night at EBC 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 7pm and will wrap up by 9pm. We also ask that you limit your […]
Ages 5-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $5.50 ($4.40 members) Need after-school care? Or perhaps you are looking for a place to spark your child’s imagination? The After School Maker Studio is a flexible, come and go experience for children age 5 and up. The space, designed by children for children, will inspire […]
Ages 5-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $5.50 ($4.40 members) Need after-school care? Or perhaps you are looking for a place to spark your child’s imagination? The After School Maker Studio is a flexible, come and go experience for children age 5 and up. The space, designed by children for children, will inspire […]
$25.00 Learn how to paint this Impressionist style mountain lake with Brookings artist Erik Ritter! All painting supplies included No experience necessary!
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 […]
Learn the basic stitches, tools, and techniques you need to get started with crochet while making a bookmark! Registration is required - ages 16+
Annual Optimist Trout Extravaganza: In 2022 we surpassed 400 youth served. It is held the 3rd weekend of May. The 2023 is the 28th year our club sponsored this free event. Children ages 14 and younger are invited to come with nothing. No experience or equipment needed. Fishing rods, bait, fish cleaning, fixing of fishing […]
Annual Optimist Trout Extravaganza: In 2022 we surpassed 400 youth served. It is held the 3rd weekend of May. In 2023 is the 28th year our club sponsored this free event. Children ages 14 and younger are invited to come with nothing. No experience or equipment needed. Fishing rods, bait, fish cleaning, fixing of fishing […]
1 p.m. - 5 p.m. FREE admission -Hands-on activities & interactive booths -Brookings Public Library story time -Expert led presentations & guided garden tours -Native Plant Initiative plant sale & Master Gardener Plant sale We will be hosting this event in collaboration with SDSU Extension ! Presentation and Tour Schedule 1:15-2:00 p.m. N.E. Hansen: Who is He? - presented […]
Save the Date for Garden Discovery Festival! May 21 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. FREE admission -Hands-on activities & interactive booths -Brookings Public Library story time -Expert led presentations & guided garden tours -Native Plant Initiative plant sale & Master Gardener Plant sale We will be hosting this event in collaboration with SDSU Extension !
Like Alice, you and your team are trapped in Wonderland and only have 20 minutes before the Queen decides it's "off with your head"! Luckily, some of the characters have left clues to help you out. You and your team must explore Wonderland to find the clues, solve the puzzles, and escape before time runs […]
$100.00 Join us at the BAC to learn how to use a pottery wheel from a local ceramicist! Only 4 spots open for each class This class is 2 sessions, each approx. 2 hours long All supplies included in the cost of the class No experience necessary Materials used will generally wash out of clothing, […]
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 7pm and will wrap up by 9pm.
Join the Business Resource committee for their 2023 Lunch and Learn series. Breakfast Bites are a great opportunity to grab some free food, learn something new, and make some great professional connections. This month's installment will kick off our Small Business focused portion of the 2023 season, with Small Business Goal Setting and Strategic Planning. […]
Outside on Kidoodle Way. From fire trucks to garbage trucks and everything in-between, come see what keeps our city moving!!
$100.00 Join us at the BAC to learn how to use a pottery wheel from a local ceramicist! Only 4 spots open for each class This class is 2 sessions, each approx. 2 hours long All supplies included in the cost of the class No experience necessary Materials used will generally wash out of clothing, […]
Family Style | Free with paid admission School’s out for summer! Stop by the Children’s Museum of South Dakota to celebrate! - Enjoy free SDSU ice cream courtesy of Café Coteau from 1-4 pm. - Be a part of our bubble party! Create giant bubbles as big as you. - Play oversized games such as […]
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 […]
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 7pm and will wrap up by 9pm.
Trivia Night at EBC 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 7pm and will wrap up by 9pm. We also ask that you limit your […]
Drink like a capitalist at this dynamic draft beer stock exchange at WLBC! Opening bell rings at 7 PM, all draft prices start to fall and only rise when a beer is ordered. You set the price at Wall Street Wednesday - the most dynamic happy hour in Brookings! Closing bell rings at 10 PM.
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! Further details will be released soon.
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.
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!
Join us at the BAC to learn how to use a pottery wheel from local ceramicist Rachel Funk! PLEASE NOTE: This is an afternoon class! Only 4 spots open for each class This class is 2 sessions, each approx. 2 hours long All supplies included in the cost of the class No experience necessary Materials […]
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.
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 […]
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!
Stroke Technique Camps Each camper will have the option to Live-In or Commute to the Jackrabbit Swim Camp. Live-in campers will stay in the SDSU Dorms and have a short walk to and from the pool. At all times campers will be chaperoned by Jackrabbit Swim Camp Staff members. Those who choose the Commuter option […]
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 […]
