Community Calendar

Join us at the library as we celebrate El Día del Niño, a special day dedicated to children and families! This event brings together the Aberdeen community to honor the Hispanic tradition of Children’s Day in a fun and welcoming space. There will be stories, games for all ages, snacks, and more. Come celebrate culture, community, and childhood with us. Everyone is welcome!
When: Wednesday, April 30th
Time: 5:00PM – 7:00PM
Age: General/Family
Registration: No registration required.

Back to Basics Yoga
Have you always wanted to try yoga, but don’t know where to begin? Join us for this gentle flow class that is perfect for newbies. Whether you are looking to improve your flexibility, reduce stress, or simply try something new, this class is a great starting point. There's no need to register or pay a fee, just bring your own mat as we have a limited number available. Come as you are and embark on your yoga journey with us every Wednesday evening!
When: Every Wednesday, starting Wednesday, January 8th, 2025
Time: 7:00-8:00PM
Age: General/Adult
Registration: No registration required

Snuggle Up with Stories
Join us for a program just for you and baby. Enjoy time together with other parents, caregivers and babies at the library. We will share songs, books, rhymes and more, all planned with babies in mind. Snuggle Up with Stories is designed to help babies learn and develop listening, language and motor skills while having fun. Come prepared to sit on the floor one-on-one with your baby in your lap for this 20-minute program.
When: Every other Thursday starting Jan 23rd through March 20th ( Jan 23rd, Feb 6th & 20th, Mar 6th & 20th)
Time: 10:00-10:30AM
Age: Birth-2yrs
Registration: No registration required

Reach beyond books and join us at the library for this gentle and accessible yoga class that is perfect for those with limited mobility. No fee or equipment required!
When: Every Monday, starting Monday, January 6th, 2025 No yoga on January 20th, February 17th and May 26th.
Time: 1:30-2:00PM

When: Every Friday, starting Friday, January 10th, 2025
Time: 10:00-10:30AM
Age: General/Adult
Registration: No registration required

Age: General/Adult
Registration: No registration required

Friday, May 3rd noon to 1pm
End of the Vietnam War 50th Anniversary "History and Legacy of the Vietnam War" by Dr. Rich Lofthus
The United States is currently commemorating the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War, which is being observed through Veterans Day 2025. Mount Marty University Rich Lofthus will be the featured speaker with a program that discusses the history and legacy of the Vietnam War. Feed Your Minds are held on the first Friday of each month, and there is a free-will donation to attend. The one-hour event will be held on the second floor of the Mead Building, 82 Mickelson

The cost is $15 per car.

Please bring household items that could be harmful if thrown into the landfill such as: cleaning supplies like oven cleaner, drain cleaners, nickel cadmium rechargeable batteries, or metal polishes. Bring your florescent light bulbs, mercury switches, bug sprays or flea collars. Bring items from your garage like latex paint, oil based paint, used oil, used anti freeze, paint thinners, stains, strippers and preservatives. Dry Hard Paint may be disposed with regular garbage.

Do NOT bring appliances, electronics, propane, fireworks, or car batteries.

Join us for a free community Color Our Run event with fun prizes! 🏃‍♂️Walk or run around Prentis Park as you pass by volunteer powder stations to get sprayed in color! Be sure to wear a white t-shirt and eye protection! The first 100 people to register will receive a registration bag.
Register at 👉 bit.ly/VPLcolorrun

Check in starts at 9:30am by the Prentis Park playground 🛝

📅 Saturday, May 3rd 2025
⏰ 10:00am
📍Prentis Park

Thank you to our sponsors Les Schwab of Vermillion and Culligan Water!

Discovery Saturday: AANHPI Heritage Month

Learn the ukulele with Vermillion music educator Gretchen Burbach at two fun and informative ukulele discovery sessions at 11:30 and 1:30. Learn a chord, a couple strumming patterns—and maybe even a song—at 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM that day. We will have several ukuleles on hand for you to play, or bring your own!

Then, stay for a spotlight talks on the NMM's Javanese gamelan at 2:15 and 3:15, as well as a chance to play in this amazing ensemble with educator, Anna Van Kley, at 2:30. All activities are included with museum admission.

Additionally, families are invited to join the NMM’s Music Storytime at 10:30 a.m., where Van Kley will read a story and lead children to explore the museum. Music Storytime is free and sponsored by the M.A. Everist Foundation. Discovery Saturdays at the NMM occur on the first Saturday of each month, offering a variety of activities and educational tours throughout the museum.

Discover the ultimate Cinco De Mayo party experience at The Box on May 3rd! 🎉
Premium tastings, live music, and more!
🌮 Fill your belly with sopapillas, street corn and tacos
🔥 Enjoy all the entertainment the event has to offer
🍹 Receive unlimited samples of 40+ tequila options!
⭐️ VIP tickets available for access to a higher end list of tequilasPLUS 1 hour early entry.
Get your tickets at https://mountainwestfiestafest.com/!

Black Hills Parks and Forests Association invites you to this presentation that will ignite your curiosity and spark your sense of wonder! Through pictures, videos, and stories, you’ll have the chance to learn about naturalist skills, tracking, survival techniques, and gain a deeper insight into our local flora and fauna. Test your knowledge as we dive into questions about the natural world and uncover the hidden meanings behind animal signs and calls! Plus, we’ll share how you can support our public lands alongside the Black Hills Parks & Forests Association!