STEAM Camp
2022-07-07 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
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.

Footloose the Musical
2022-07-06 19:30 - 21:00 | Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center, 1601 University Boulevard, Brookings, SD, 57007
Prairie Repertory Theatre’s last show! Footloose is the story of Ren McCormack, a teenage boy from Chicago. He and his mother move to the small town of Bomont after his father abandons them. Upon arriving, Ren finds himself at odds with most of the town, including the Reverend Bomont. The Reverend has convinced the town to outlaw dancing, which Ren finds unbelievable. With the help of the Ariel (the Reverend’s daughter) and Willard (a country hick who becomes his best friend), Ren convinces the Reverend to let the teenagers dance, and in the process helps the town to heal from a tragedy that affected them all

Jr. Legion 16U vs. Renner Post 307
2022-07-06 17:00 - 21:00 | Bob Shelden Field, 530A Elm Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006

Make-N-Take Sand Art
2022-07-06 13:00 - 14:30 | Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Sand art is a creative way to make your drawings pop with vivid colors and texture. Children will learn new techniques from an experienced facilitator and take home their project as a memento.

Bombers Maroon 13U vs. Yankton
2022-07-06 12:00 - 16:00 | SD

Coffee with Vets
2022-07-06 11:00 - 12:00 | Kool Beans
Join us at Kool Beans for Coffee with Vets every Third Wednesday at 11am, where we’ll discuss programs and topics of interest to the Veteran community. Free coffee, camaraderie and guest speakers.

Mini Makers - Creative Movement
2022-07-06 10:30 - 11:30 | Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
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.

Bombers Black 14U vs. Pierre
2022-07-05 19:00 - 21:00 | SD

Teen Screen & Scribble
2022-07-05 14:00 - 16:00 | Brookings Public Library, 515 3rd Street, Brookings, SD, 57006-2022, United States
Join Brookings Public Library in the Cooper Room for an afternoon teen movie! This month, we will be watching Ghostbusters: Afterlife. Snacks and drinks are provided. Teen coloring is also available, if you would like to participate during the movie!
No registration required. Open to all teens entering grades 6-12.

Jr. Legion 16U vs. Huron Post 7
2022-07-05 12:00 - 16:00 | Bob Shelden Field, 530A Elm Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006

Uncle Sam Jam
2022-07-04 17:00 - 23:00 | Swiftel Center, 824 32nd Avenue, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Enjoy the day with the whole community at the FREE Uncle Sam Jam 4th of July Celebration at the Swiftel Center! Enjoy activities for all ages including inflatable games, a character meet & greet, crafts, and more! Stick around for late night music from The Rude Band and the big fireworks finale. Admission is FREE and open to the public.
Schedule

5:00PM – Doors to the Arena Open
7:00PM – The Rude Band
10:15PM (approx.) – Fireworks Begin Outside*

*The fireworks are set to go off approximately shortly after sunset. Please note the time is approximate. We will do our best to start around 10:15p.m.; however, please be aware that fireworks may start at a different time than noted and you should make arrangements accordingly.

Independence Day Parade
2022-07-04 11:00 - 12:00 | SD
Celebrate July 4th with friends and family at the annual Brookings Independence Day Parade. Enjoy the beautiful weather as numerous decorated floats cruise through downtown Brookings handing out candy to kids young and old. The parade begins promptly at 11 AM.

Brookings Area Community Band: A Star-Spangled Spectacular
2022-07-03 19:30 - 20:30 | Pioneer Park, 6th Street and First Avenue Brookings, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Join Brookings Area Community Band at Pioneer Park for “A Star-Spangled Spectacular.” This traditional patriotic spectacular includes generous portions of Sousa marches and a tribute to veterans! Bring your own lawn chair and snacks.

Independence Bike Parade
2022-07-03 10:00 - 10:30 | Oakwood Lakes State Park, 20247 Oakwood Dr, Bruce, SD, 57220
Join us in celebrating the 4th of July holiday with a bike parade at Oakwood Lakes State Park! Participants will be able to decorate their bikes in red, white and blue before the parade.

Milroy Yankees vs. Brookings Cubs
2022-07-01 19:30 - 21:30 | Bob Shelden Field, 530A Elm Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006
Cheer on our local adult amateur baseball team as they take on the Milroy Yankees!

Make-N-Take Clay Figures
2022-07-01 10:00 - 11:30 | Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Create your own one-of-a-kind clay masterpiece. Children will learn the technique of working with clay from an experienced facilitator and will take home their project as a memento. Glazing opportunities will be available.

Bandits 18U vs. Mitchell
2022-06-30 17:00 - 21:00 | SD

Bombers Maroon 13U vs. Watertown
2022-06-30 12:00 - 16:00 | SD

Science Camp
2022-06-30 08:00 - 17:00 | Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Curious about exploring many areas of science? Join us for a day of experimenting with Physics, Chemistry, Earth Science, and Astronomy. Please bring a sack lunch.

Make-N-Take Clay Figures
2022-06-29 13:00 - 14:30 | Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Create your own one-of-a-kind clay masterpiece. Children will learn the technique of working with clay from an experienced facilitator and will take home their project as a memento. Glazing opportunities will be available.
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Bullets 16U vs. Watertown Red Sox
2022-06-29 12:00 - 16:00 | SD

Bombers Black 14U vs. Brandon Valley
2022-06-29 12:00 - 16:00 | SD

Summertime Food Trucks & Fun
2022-06-29 11:30 - 13:30 | South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum, 977 11th Street, Brookings, SD, 57007, United States
We’re excited to be back for our fourth summer of Summertime Food Trucks & Fun events! On June 29, enjoy food from the Midwest Fresh Catering food truck and live music from Kyle Knutson. Seating will be available on the north side of the museum (behind the museum). In case of inclement weather, check our social media channels for plans to move indoors.

Transportation Fair - Big Event Wednesday
2022-06-29 09:00 - 11:00 | Brookings Public Library, 515 3rd Street, Brookings, SD, 57006-2022, United States
Join the library every Wednesday in the summer for a fun session with your kids. This week’s special event is a Transportation Fair. Meet on Kidoodle Way in front of the Children’s Museum from 9 – 11 a.m.

Playful Preschoolers - Lil' Scientist
2022-06-29 08:30 - 11:30 | Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
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!

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City Council Meeting
2022-06-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Brookings City and County Government Center, 520 3rd Street, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Open to the public

Bandits 18U vs. Huron
2022-06-28 17:00 - 21:00 | SD

Bombers Maroon 13U vs. Huron
2022-06-28 12:00 - 16:00 | SD

Creepy Crawler Critters Camp at Dakota Nature Park
2022-06-28 10:00 - 2022-06-30 11:30 | Dakota Nature Park & Larson Nature Center
Does your camper love bugs? How about snakes and salamanders? Come with us and discover all things that creep and crawl.
Ages 5-7 Early bird pricing $27 + Tax ends May 20th.

Exploring the Studio Day Camp
2022-06-28 08:00 - 17:00 | Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
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 bring a sack lunch.

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