Oct 27 Monday
*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!
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
Curious about the groundbreaking research taking place a mile underground at the Sanford Underground Research Facility? Wondering about neutrinos, dark matter, or extremophiles but not sure who to ask? This is your chance! Join us for "Ask a Scientist" and connect with SURF physicist and experiment support scientist Mark Hanhardt.
Get answers to your questions and dive into the science happening at America’s deepest underground laboratory!
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 Time: 1:30 – 2:15 PM Age: General/Adult Registration: No registration requiredWhen: Every Friday Time: 10:00 – 11:00 AM Age: General/Adult Registration: No registration required No Yoga 9/1, 10/13, 11/28, 12/26
Love bingo? Crazy about cookies? Then you’re in for a real treat!Join us for a fun-filled event where you can enjoy a themed bingo game, snack on delicious cookies, and even win some sweet prizes! Whether you're a bingo pro or just in it for the snacks, this is your perfect combo of fun and flavor.When: Monday, October 27th Time: 4:00-4:45PM Age: K-2nd Grades Registration: No registration required
Look absolutely spooktacular this Halloween and learn all sorts of makeup techniques to go with your costume. Want your zombie to look extra rough or your fairy to have extra sparkles? With help from Gina Sommers and her students from Appoise Esthetic School of Aberdeen, you will learn tips and tricks to making the costume of your dreams. When: Monday, October 27th Time: 5:00PM-6:00PM Ages: Tween Grades 3-5
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/GeneralNo requiere registro.
Oct 28 Tuesday
A hauntingly delicious event you don’t want to miss! Come to the library to build a spooky haunted house with scary good snacks and treats.When: Tuesday October 28 Time: 5:00PM-6:00PM Age: Grades 3-5 Tween
