Community Calendar

You get to make your own Labubu monster with a unique personality. What kind of vibe are you going for? Cute & Cuddly, Spooky & Mischievous or Wild & Adventurous. What color will yours be? Black, green, pink, or even rainbow! Think of what kind of accessories or extra features it should have, horns, wings, or maybe a cape!
Date: Monday, October 20th Time: 4:00-4:45PM Ages: K-2nd Grades Registration: No registration required

Join us at the Library for an unforgettable culinary adventure through the bold and vibrant flavors of Peruvian Cuisine, led by Cuzco's amazing team Chef Franklin Ramos, Leao Israel and Luna Israel. They will demonstrate traditional recipes passed down through generations—each with her own modern twist. Learn about the rich cultural roots of the dishes, pick up cooking tips, and enjoy delicious samples that blend heritage and innovation on every plate.
When: Monday, October 20th Time: 6:00 – 7:00 PM Ages: Adult/General Registration: No registration required.

English Language Skills (ELS) Classes
The K.O. Lee Aberdeen Public Library offering free English classes for Spanish-speaking adults! Join us to improve your English for everyday situations. This ongoing class focuses on building oral communication skills while learning essential grammar, regular and irregular verbs, pronouns, adjectives, and practical vocabulary you can use right away. All classes are free and held at the library.
When: Mondays, beginning October 20th Time: 6:30 – 7:30 PM Ages: Adult/General Registration: No registration required.

Clases para desarrollar el idioma inglés. (ELS)
La K. O. Lee Aberdeen Public Library estará ofreciendo clases de inglés para adultos de habla hispana. Únete para que desarrolles tu inglés para cada situación cotidiana. El curso se enfocará en desarrollar habilidades de comunicación oral, gramática, además de verbos y vocabulario que utilizarás inmediatamente. Las clases son totalmente gratuitas y ofrecidas en la biblioteca.
Cuándo: Todos los lunes comenzando desde el 20 de octubre de 2025. Hora: 6:30-7:30 PM Edades: Adultos/General
No requiere registro.

*This event occurs during operating hours*

Get in the Halloween spirit with a spooky showdown in our haunted Laser Tag arena! Step into the fog, dodge the eerie glow, and see if you can blast the spookiness away in this chillingly fun experience. Enter if you dare - because the thrills (and the scares) are waiting!

A memory café is a social opportunity for caregivers along with their loved ones with memory loss to come together to enjoy camaraderie with others in a similar situation, without the common pressures of daily life with dementia.

Please join us for a fun and engaging program with occasional entertainment. Resources and educational information available. No one needs to travel the dementia journey alone.

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

Discover how small, intentional habits can make a big difference in your overall well-being. In this informative session, Julie Monseu will introduce the Ayurvedic approach to daily routines—simple practices rooted in ancient wisdom that support balance, energy, and long-term health. Learn how aligning your day with natural rhythms can promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness.
When: Tuesday, Oct 21st Time: 6:00 – 7:00 PM Ages: Adult/General Registration: No registration required

Historian David Wolff will give a presentation entitled “Becoming the Gateway to the Black Hills.” This talk will begin with Rapid City’s founding and then discuss the transportation networks, mining projects, and tourist attractions that community boosters backed to make their town the Black Hills’ gateway, or as they often said, the “Denver of the Black Hills.” A book signing will follow. The presentation is sponsored by the South Dakota Historical Society Foundation and the Case Library for Western Historical Studies at BHSU.

The program is free and open to the public. If you are unable to attend in-person, the talk is also available free online. To register for the online event, visit www.sdhsf.org/events/

Please direct questions to [email protected]

When: Tuesday, October 21 at 6 p.m.
Where: Black Hills State University, Jonas Hall Room 305 (attendees may use any campus parking lot)

Grounded in Art: Evening Yoga
Tuesdays, September 16 – October 21 | 6:30–7:15 pm

Unwind at the end of your day with a calming yoga practice in the museum galleries. Grounded in Art: Evening Yoga invites participants to stretch, strengthen, and restore through rejuvenating mat-based movement. Guided by yoga instructor Mandy Lyons, this practice encourages relaxation, balance, and creative renewal in a setting that supports both body and mind.

All supplies are provided. BYO mat if you’re able.

We will also be offering a chair yoga class on Monday mornings at 8:00am.

Questions? Call the Museum at (605)688-5423.

*This event occurs during operating hours*

Get in the Halloween spirit with a spooky showdown in our haunted Laser Tag arena! Step into the fog, dodge the eerie glow, and see if you can blast the spookiness away in this chillingly fun experience. Enter if you dare - because the thrills (and the scares) are waiting!