Oct 10 Friday
Rare Jefferson Peace Medal Exhibit at Mead Museum
An original 220-year old Jefferson Peace Medal on loan to the Mead Museum is on display as part of the Journeying Forward: Connecting Cultures exhibit. The 4-inch Jefferson Peace Medal is extremely rare and a historically significant artifact from the early 19th century. The peace medals were commissioned by President Thomas Jefferson as part of diplomatic efforts with Native American tribes, serving as symbols of goodwill and alliance between the U.S. government and Indigenous leaders. The Lewis & Clark Expedition handed out 89 of them to leaders of Native Nations on their journey between 1804-1806. This medal is one of less than 5 on display in the world!In addition to the peace medal, the Journeying Forward exhibit also had an upgrade in its history of the Ihanktonwan and Oceti Sakowin Nations, an important narrative to Yankton regional history.The Mead Museum is located at 82 Mickelson Dr in Yankton SD. The Museum is open weekdays 10AM to 5PM and on Saturdays/Sundays from 1PM to 5PM.
Join us for paranormal investigations with Deadwood History, Inc. and Black Hills Paranormal Investigations (BHPI) in October with exclusive investigations at one of Deadwood’s most haunted sites. Participants will search for paranormal activity in the Historic Adams House with the BHPI team using parascopes, para-lanterns, the Tempest, Rem-Pod, Onvoy ghost box, Pharaoh Box, Flux 2, Ovilus, digital audio recorders, laser grids, divining rods, K2’s, Dead Bell, and EMF meters. Investigations are offered at 6:00, 7:30, 9:00, and 10:30 p.m. Tickets are $35 and limited to 24 people per investigation. You must be at least 12 years old to participate. Ages 12 – 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations are required. Purchase tickets online at DeadwoodHistory.com or call 605-722-4800 for more information.
Join us for our Spooktacular Masquerade Dance Friday, October 10, as we dance to live music on the spacious hardwood-floored ballroom of the El Riad Shrine in downtown Sioux Falls. Spooky or not, it will be cool and swinging on the dance floor. The versatile Kickin’ Brass Band will be playing music complementary to swing, ballroom, two step, and Latin dancing styles for a great dance experience. The evening begins at 6:45 with a beginner’s dance lesson, free with admission to the dance, taught by instructor Lisa Myhre. The dance begins at 7:30. There will be opportunities for instruction in other partnered dances throughout the evening. During band breaks, we will have popular line dances such as the Electric Slide. We suggest dressing in comfortable business casual attire, a dressed up formal style, or your favorite spooky costume. There is ample free parking on the street and in the large lot on the east side of the El Riad. Admission is $15 per person; or for students with a school ID, $7. Facebook.com/ElRiadShrineDanceClub Facebook.com/BallroomDanceClubSiouxFalls
Oct 11 Saturday
The University Libraries at the University of South Dakota is presenting its biennial international altered book exhibition “Bound and Unbound VIII,” juried by Bratislava, Slovakia-based altered book artist and illustrator, Isobelle Ouzman, now through Jan. 5, 2026.
“Bound and Unbound VIII” is located in the exhibition cases on the second floor of the I.D. Weeks Library. It is open to the public for viewing during library operating hours, which can be found online. The exhibition can also be viewed online in the Digital Library of South Dakota https://explore.digitalsd.org/digital/collection/exhibitions/search/searchterm/Bound%20and%20Unbound%208:%20Altered%20Book%20Exhibition/field/relatig/mode/exact/conn/and.
The University Libraries Art and Exhibits Committee, sponsor of the exhibition, seeks to showcase a diverse range of international altered book art, to present the work locally and to build an online research collection of altered books.
This offbeat exhibit includes odd photos, artifacts and documents that have wound up in the museum’s collections – often for unexplained reasons. This will be augmented by some select loaned items and materials about enduring myths and tall tales relating to the Belle Fourche area.
The exhibit will include photos, artifacts, storyboards, a touchscreen quiz about weird stuff worldwide and a children’s activity table with unusual activities and books.
Those who visit will be provided materials to add strange stories of their own or information to explain some of the museum’s odd collection items.
There will be a through-the-day reception on October 11th, with beverages and themed cupcakes. The public is invited to attend free of charge.
🛍️🎨 Discover Unique Creations at The Atrium Makers Market! 🎨🛍️Looking for something special to do this weekend? Join us at The Atrium Makers Market in downtown Sioux Falls, SD! Explore a vibrant indoor market filled with handmade goods, stunning art pieces, and one-of-a-kind treasures crafted by local artists and crafters.📅 Every Weekend📍 Beautiful Shriver Square's Atrium, Downtown, Sioux Falls, SD✨ What You’ll Find:✅ Handmade jewelry, pottery, and textiles✅ Unique art, photography, and sculptures✅ Locally crafted candles, soaps, and gourmet itemsBring your friends and family for a day of creativity, shopping, and community connection. It’s the perfect place to find gifts or treat yourself to something truly special!🎉 Admission is FREE, and the creativity is endless!🌟 Don’t miss out—see you at The Atrium Makers Market this weekend!
Step into the magic of the season at our Nordic Yule Market, open October 11 – January 10 at the South Dakota Art Museum Shop! Inspired by traditional Nordic and German holiday markets, this festive shopping experience features:• Handcrafted gifts from Nordic and local artists (50 new vendors!)• Special events including live music, sip & shop, and family-friendly activities• A cozy reading corner• Meet & greets with your favorite characters• Free gift wrapping on select days Every purchase supports museum exhibitions and programming—thank you for making a difference with your holiday shopping! Mark your calendars for extra-special dates:• Nov. 20–22: Gifting for Good Holiday Sale (with area cultural institution stores!)• Dec. 4: Sip & Shop with Nordic band Project Constellation & free gift wrapping• December 13, 10 – 12: Meet Anna and Elsa at Community Art Day!• Open until 7 on Thursday's in November and December Follow us on social media for updates, sneak peeks, and event details! Event Dates/Times:Open October 11th – January 10th• Saturday’s 10 – 4• Sunday’s 12 – 4
• Monday – Friday’s 10 – 5
• Open until 7 on Thursdays in November and December
• Open until 8 on Friday, October 24th• December 18th 5 – 7, Santa Meet and Greet Closure dates:• October 13th
• November 11th
• November 27th
• November 28th
• December 25th
• December 26th
• January 1st
• January 4th
Henry’s Books in Spearfish is excited to host local author Troy Bobbitt for the signing of his latest title, “Cartel Bands On” on Saturday, October 11 from noon to 2 pm.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR...Troy Bobbitt is a retired Supervisory Border Patrol Agent who now lives in Lead, SD and is the author of 2 books. He retired from the Border Patrol in 2023 after serving 20 years. During his career he worked on both the southern and northern borders of the United States. Early in his career he was a K-9 handler working with a K-9 partner performing drug interdiction activities as well as traditional border enforcement operations east of El Paso, Texas. Prior to joining the Border Patrol he worked as a certified paralegal in several law firms in the Minneapolis and St. Paul area of Minnesota. He has a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice from St. Cloud State University. He is the father of 3 and grandfather of 2.
ABOUT THE BOOK...His second book, "Cartel Bands On, Changing American Culture through Migration, Legal and not so much" is a look into the history of emigration to the United States and today's ongoing immigration debate. The reader will travel from pre-colonial times to the present as they follow the flow of people onto the continent of North America. As the history is developed, the author takes the reader through the evolution of immigration laws and practices of the United States. Through a review of legal decisions, the reader will learn how today's issues concerning immigration are not new or original, just more modern. The author incorporates personal experiences into the material to give the reader a real life perspective to the topics covered. Providing an inside look into the world of immigration enforcement and the legal processes that control the immigration system. The author draws connections between enforcement efforts, increased illegal immigration and cartel involvement in the business of human trafficking. The reader is challenged to learn more about the topic and consider several proposed changes to immigration laws to address today's continuing concerns about immigration.
"Join us Saturday, October 11, 2025, at The Box – Ellsworth Salon A at 5:00 pm for the 4th Annual Chef’s Dinner Auction.This special evening will feature delicious food samples and a chance to bid and win a meal or dessert prepared by your own personal chef.Enjoy live music, learn more about our mission, and enjoy a night of community!Learn more here: www.forkrealcafe.org/fundraiser "
