Oct 18 Saturday
Join us at the library for Spanish Conversation Club, held on the third Saturday of every month at 1:30 PM. This welcoming and informal group is perfect for anyone who wants to practice Spanish or improve their conversational English. Whether you're learning Spanish or you're a native Spanish speaker looking to connect and build your English skills, all are welcome! Come ready to chat, learn, and make new friends in a supportive, bilingual environment.
(Spanish)Ven a la biblioteca y únete al “Spanish Conversation Club” cada tercer sábado de cada mes a la 1:30 p.m. Este grupo abierto es perfecto para todo aquel que quiera practicar su español o desarrollar más las destrezas del inglés conversacional. Ven preparado para compartir, hablar, aprender y hacer nuevas amistades en un ambiente bilingüe y de apoyo. ¡Todos son bienvenidos!When: Every third Saturday of the month. Time: 1:30-3:00PM Age: General/Adult Registration: No registration required
October 17 & October 18Yankton Haunted History Tours6pm-8:30pm Hear the haunting stories of 5 historic buildings in Yankton, SD. Two nights of Haunted History Tours 6pm-8:30pm each night! A map (emailed to you after purchasing your ticket) will guide you between five historic Yankton sites where a narrator will present the building history & its haunting stories. Your ticket will be stamped at each site. Non-member tickets are $25 & Member tickets cost $15 (two discounted tickets limit). Buy your ticket online at https://www.meadbuilding.org/upcomingevents
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.
From the Crazy Horse Memorial to Sioux Falls, the Lakota Music Project is building bridges on a statewide tour this October. The tour programs explore shared human experiences of celebration, humor, love and youth demonstrated through music of Lakota, Dakota, and western classical traditions.
Oct 19 Sunday
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.
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.
Families will see a short presentation about ghosts and ghost stories and then hear a special presentation on Belle Fourche’s famous “Ghost of Redwater Hill.” There will also be several crafts, a drawing for the book “Spooky Ghost Stories for Kids,” and a free take-home packet about ghosts. Families will be able to visit the decorated Haunted Spaulding Cabin, too. Costumes may be worn, and refreshments will be served.
Join us for an uplifting afternoon of music as Dakota Choral Union presents Songs for the Soul: Folk Songs & Spirituals. This heartfelt program celebrates the rich tradition of storytelling through song, featuring beloved folk melodies and powerful spirituals that speak to resilience, hope, and community. Experience the beauty of voices united in harmony and the timeless power of music to inspire the soul.
Oct 20 Monday
Begin your week with balance and calm in the museum galleries. Grounded in Art: Chair Yoga offers a gentle practice designed to enhance flexibility, reduce stress, and promote overall wellbeing. Guided by certified yoga instructor Mandy Lyons, participants will engage in mindful movement that nurtures focus, restores energy, and amplifies creativity. All supplies are provided.
Join us for this free series! We will also be offering a mat yoga class on Tuesday evenings at 6:30pm. Questions? Call the Museum at (605)688-5423.
