Pet Pencil Cups
2024-04-10 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Brookings Arts Council, 524 4th Street, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Learn to make and paint a custom vase or pencil cup in the shape of your pet with ceramicist Shelby Meyer!

This is a TWO PART class—making the first session, glazing the second

All supplies included, but make sure to bring plenty of reference photos of your pet from multiple angles!

No age limit, but children 13 and under should be accompanied by an adult

All materials used should wash out of clothing and smocks are available, but you may want to wear clothes you’re okay with getting messy in!

Friends of the Brookings Public Library Spring Book Sale
2024-04-10 08:00 - 17:00 | Brookings Public Library, 515 3rd Street, Brookings, SD, 57006-2022, United States
It’s time for the Spring Friends of the Brookings Public Library Book Sale! We’ll have plenty of gently used books, DVDs, CDs, board games, and more for purchase. All proceeds benefit the Brookings Public Library. Most items are $2 or under.
BOOK SALE DATES:
Wednesday, April 10 – 5:30-7:30 MEMBERS ONLY NIGHT
Become a Friend of the Library and get early access to our book sale on our Members Only night! $10 annual memberships are sold and renewed at the door or can be purchased ahead of time online at https://bit.ly/FOLjoin.
Thursday, April 11 – 9:30am-7:30pm
Friday, April 12 – 9:30am-5:00pm
Saturday, April 13 – 9:30am-5:00pm
Sunday, April 14 – 1:00pm-3:00pm
Cash and check accepted; credit/debit cards accepted with purchases over $10.

Trivia Tuesday
2024-04-09 19:30 - 22:00 | Wooden Legs Brewing Company, 309 5th Street, Ste 100, Brookings, SD, 57006
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 getting here early to grab yours! Trivia is 21+.

Coteau’s Community Meal
2024-04-09 16:00 - 18:30 | SD
Join us for a $5 community meal!
We’ve designed these meals as a way to bring the community together to share a simple, healthy, prepared meal for low cost. Invite a friend and dine with us!
On the menu:
– Half Wraps with Diced Fruit; Choice of Buffalo Chicken or Mediterranean
– Vegan option available
Café Coteau is open to the public.
The Children’s Museum of South Dakota is open until 7 pm on Tuesday nights!

SDSU Baseball vs. Northwestern (Iowa)
2024-04-09 15:00 - 17:00 | Erv Huether Field, 1410 Jackrabbit Ave., Brookings, SD, 57007, United States
SDSU Jackrabbits take on the Red Raiders at Erv Huether Field.

BHS Tennis Boys Varsity Triangular
2024-04-09 11:00 - 17:00 | Brookings Hillcrest Tennis Courts
Cheer on the Brookings Bobcats at Hillcrest Tennis Courts!

Watercolor Cat Silhouette
2024-04-08 17:30 - 19:00 | Brookings Arts Council, 524 4th Street, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Where are my crazy cat ladies (and gentlemen) at? Join artist Eileen Binkley to draw (or trace) a cat silhouette and fill it with the subject matter of your choice; ideas include florals, the galaxy, or fruits. Then we will paint our “pawtraits” with watercolor.

– 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 bring your own from home if you’d like to learn to use them.

April Make & Take Monday - Flower Suncatcher Windchimes
2024-04-08 14:30 - 17:00 | South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum, 977 11th Street, Brookings, SD, 57007, United States
Stop by the museum on the second of each month 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.
In April, we are making flower suncatcher windchimes.

Wine Down Yoga @ Mosaic
2024-04-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Mosaic Wine Bar & Small Plates
Join us for yoga and wine flights at Mosaic Wine Bar + Small Plates!
We will flow and stretch, then continue to “wine down” with specially prepared wine flights! Grab a friend and your yoga mat to join us for the relaxing evening – yoga will be for all levels.
Space will be limited – registration is required to reserve your spot.
Investment: $35 members, $40 non-members
Location: 225 Main Ave, Brookings
Please dress comfortably and bring your yoga mat. Class will begin at 6pm, plan to arrive 10-15 minutes early to get settled in.
*All workshop fees are final, no refunds.

2024 Ice Show: Skating through the Decades
2024-04-07 14:00 - 15:30, 2024-04-06 19:00 - 20:30 | Larson Ice Center, 924 32nd Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Skating through the Decades
Come watch Brookings Figure Skating Clubs Annual Ice Show. Over 50 of our members, ages 4 to 18, perform to songs from the 50’s through the 2000’s. Two performances to choose from, April 6th at 7pm or April 7th at 2pm. Discounted tickets available now from any member or at Hyvee Guest Services. Tickets available for $7 students or $9 Adults at the door day of show.

SDSU Softball vs. Kansas City
2024-04-07 11:00 - 14:30, 2024-04-06 15:00 - 17:00, 2024-04-06 13:00 - 14:30 | Jackrabbit Softball Stadium, 1505 Jackrabbit Ave, Brookings, SD, 57007, United States
Cheer on the SDSU Softball team as they take on Kansas City.

Lizzy Hofer Band at Skinner's Pub
2024-04-06 21:00 - 23:59 | Skinner’s Pub
Come to Skinners for the Lizzy Hofer Band! Will be lots of new songs and variety!

Nail the Runway 2024
2024-04-06 18:00 - 21:00 | Dacotah Bank Center, 824 32nd Avenue, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Nail the Runway is our annual fundraiser where we offer a formal gala dinner and put on a unique fashion show. Every outfit displayed on the runway on the night of April 6th is designed and constructed by local designers, modeled by local talent, and judged by local “celebrity” judges in various categories to compete to win one of the coveted awards for the evening! The catch is that each outfit has to be made from at least 50% construction materials and feature the year’s primary design element (this year is CARPET) — a unique and fun challenge that can really tickle the creativity of anyone who’s interested in designing.

Bluestem Saturday Cruise
2024-04-06 17:00 - 19:00 | Bluestem Bicycles, 405 Main Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
If you seek a casual bicycle ride centered around having fun, chilling, and seeing different parts of town, this might be the one for you. We pedal from park to park, taking a break at each to chat.
Want to know if we are riding? Call us at 605.692.2453, email us at info@bluestembicycles.com or pop in at our shop at 405 Main Ave.

Knitting with Beads
2024-04-06 14:30 - 16:30 | Brookings Public Library, 515 3rd Street, Brookings, SD, 57006-2022, United States
If you can knit the knit stitch, you can put beads in your knitting! This class will teach you a few different ways to introduce beads into your knitting projects!
All materials for the class will be provided. Registration opens April 1.

Little “I” Exhibit Closing and Alumni Social
2024-04-06 14:30 - 16:30 | South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum, 977 11th Street, Brookings, SD, 57007, United States
Stop by during the 101st Little “I” for our exhibit closing and the Alumni Social at the Agricultural Heritage Museum! Enjoy our exhibit celebrating 100 years of Little “I” history one last time and reminisce with others as we remember previous Little “I” contests. This event is free and open to the public and refreshments will be available for you to enjoy during fellowship with fellow participants, staff members, and SDSU graduates.

South Dakota Spring Open: Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Championship
2024-04-06 08:00 - 17:00 | Brookings High School Auxiliary Gym, 530 Elm Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006
The South Dakota Open is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tournament catering to all levels: kids, adults, and masters. Our goal is to support local talent by providing a nearby high-quality competition, reducing the need for long-distance travel. This event offers a fair and exciting opportunity for both experienced competitors and newcomers to test their skills, promoting growth and sportsmanship within the community. It’s a chance for local grapplers to gain experience and showcase their abilities in a supportive environment. Join us for a day of competition and camaraderie, as we celebrate the dedication and talent of South Dakota’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioners. This event aims to highlight and advance the local grappling scene, making it an essential addition to the regional sports calendar.

2024 Brookings Polar Plunge
2024-04-06 07:30 - 12:00 | Ray’s Corner, 401 Main Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
YEE-HAW!
Join us Saturday, April 6th for the Western-Themed Brookings Polar Plunge.

Run:
Registration 7:30am
Run 8:00pm
Location VFW

Plunge:
Registration 9:00am
Plunge time 10:00am
Location Ray’s Corner
Get registered or learn more about the Plunge: https://www.classy.org/…/2024-brookings-polar…/c532519

Dustin Lynch: Killed the Cowboy Tour
2024-04-05 20:00 - 23:00 | Dacotah Bank Center, 824 32nd Avenue, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Country hitmaker Dustin Lynch will perform at the Dacotah Bank Center on Friday, April 5, 2024 as part of his Killed the Cowboy Tour with special guest Skeez. Tickets start at $35.00 plus applicable fees and go on sale Friday, September 29 at 10 a.m. at the Active Heating Box Office and online at Ticketmaster.com.

Killers of the Flower Moon: The Arc of Justice Lecture and Book Signing with Author David Grann
2024-04-05 19:00 - 21:30 | Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center, 1601 University Boulevard, Brookings, SD, 57007
Lecture and book signing will be Friday, April 5th 2024 at 7:00 PM in the Larson Memorial Concert Hall at in the Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center on the SDSU campus.

This event is open to the public, but due to level of interest, tickets will be required. This event will be live streamed, and information on that is coming soon.

For ticket information, please see below:
SDSU Students and Employees: Wednesday, March 27th, in-person at PAC Box Office from 1:00-4:00 PM. SDSU ID required. Max 2 tickets per person.
General Public: Thursday, March 28th, and Tuesday, April 2nd, in-person at PAC Box Office from 1:00-4:00 PM. Max 2 tickets per person.
General Public: Wednesday, April 3rd, Thursday, April 4th, and Friday, April 5th, in-person at PAC Box Office from 1:00-4:00 PM AND online. Max 2 tickets per person.

This event is sponsored by the South Dakota Humanities Council.

Willie Mac Hoops
2024-04-05 08:00 - 2024-04-07 17:00 | Boys & Girls Club of Brookings, 1126 Southland Ln, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Join us for the Brookings Willie Mac Hoops 4th-9th Grade Basketball Tournament from Friday, April 5 – Sunday, April 7, 2024, hosted by the Boys & Girls Club of Brookings & the Brookings Basketball Association.

Registration is now open on the Boys & Girls Club of Brookings website, www.greatfuturessd.org, if you have a team interested in playing.

The Willie Mac tournament supports youth development in our area and the organization is grateful to have the opportunity to promote youth sports, invite area teams, fans, and coaches to Brookings, and support Boys & Girls Club operations. It takes a large team of volunteers to run this tournament. If you are interested in helping, please email williemac@greatfuturessd.org.

101st Little International
2024-04-05 - 2024-04-06 | SDSU Animal Science Complex, 1097 N Campus Drive, Brookings, SD, 57007
New Century, Same Legacy
Mark your calendars for the 101st Little International on April 5 & 6, 2024 – we hope to see you all there!
More details to come!

Spring Canvas Class
2024-04-04 18:00 - 19:45 | Brookings Public Library, 515 3rd Street, Brookings, SD, 57006-2022, United States
Get in the mood for spring by learning to paint a floral scene.
All materials are provided.
Registration is required. Call the Library, send a Facebook message to the Library’s page, or email mneubauer@cityofbrookings-sd.gov to register starting March 28.

Free Archery Nights at BCOAC
2024-04-04 17:00 - 20:00 | Brookings County Outdoor Adventure Center, 2810 22nd Ave South, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Head over to the Brookings County Outdoor Adventure Center and enjoy free archery nights hosted by South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks!
Bring your own bow or borrow one from the BCOAC. The event is open-house style, so come and go as you please during the event.
Event is suitable for ages 8 and up.

2024 "Taste of Brookings" Annual Celebration
2024-04-04 17:00 - 19:30 | Club 71 at Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium, 1396 Stadium Rd, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Our “Taste of Brookings Annual Celebration” will put a spotlight on the past year’s accomplishments and look to the future as we discuss our upcoming goals. The “Taste of Brookings” portion will allow you to get a taste from several local chefs to create one mouth-watering dinner and dessert experience! This will be followed by an update from our Chamber of Commerce, and joining in the celebration of many deserving individuals on their accomplishments.
Join us at 5:00pm for drinks (1 drink included plus cash bar), and when you’re ready to experience your “Taste of Brookings,” make your way around the room to the several restaurants serving small portions of a themed entree. After your dinner, head around to our dessert vendors.
At 6:30, our program will update the audience on the past year of Chamber activity, celebrate those who went above and beyond, recognize our Leadership Brookings graduates, and so much more.
We look forward to celebrating with you! Stay tuned for a list of “Taste of Brookings” participants!
Schedule:
5:00 p.m. | Social Hour & “Taste of Brookings” Small Plates Dinner and Dessert
6:30 p.m. | Program and Leadership Brookings Graduation
Tickets: Come back for information on ticket prices for this event.
Tickets include ‘small plates’ dinner, dessert, and a drink (cash bar available)
Registration closes March 28 at 5pm.
Calling all restaurants, caterers, food trucks, bakeries and food establishments! We can’t have the “Taste of Brookings” without YOU! Submit your application and join us in the competition for the “Golden Fork,” “Silver Spoon,” and People’s Choice Awards! Reach out to cindy@brookingschamber.org, or come back to this page in 2024 for more info.

First Thursday Member Evening Play
2024-04-04 17:00 - 19:00 | SD
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!
Café Coteau will be open until 6:30 pm, too!
Play along!

Virtual Artist Talk:Stuart Artist-In-Residence Alums in "Moments of Is"
2024-04-04 14:30 - 15:45 | South Dakota Art Museum, 1036 Medary Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006, United States
Join us via Zoom for an exciting Virtual Artist Chat with some of the innovative contemporary artists who participated in the Stuart Artist-In-Residence at SDSU!
– Jessica Campbell, Toronto
– Lori Larusso, Louisville, Kentucky
– Izel Vargas, Delray Beach, Florida
-Tanner Lind, Portland, Oregon
We will explore their unique perspectives and techniques behind their works of art. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, aspiring artist or simply curious about the creative process, this is an event you will enjoy! Save the date and we hope to see you there!
Register for the Zoom link: https://sdstate.zoom.us/…/tJErd-6vpz8rE9PrkX4_JKvAuoPy…. See less
