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Native Art Market
Native Art Market
Looking for a gift for your sweetie (or yourself)? Shop the Native Art Market from 10 A.M. - 2 P.M. on Sunday, February 9 at the Coyote Gallery! Featuring works by the following artists: Kate Wheeler Sonia Hernandez Gerald Cournoyer Ed Encinitas Julianna Benge Goldie Haukaas Erela Wounded Head Maggie Thompson
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Abigail Rockhill-Beckler, Graduate Voice Recital
Abigail Rockhill-Beckler, Graduate Voice Recital
Event Contact: Dr. Tracelyn GestelandContact Email: Tracelyn.Gesteland@usd.eduContact Phone: 605 658 3475Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/livemusicEvent Locator: 2025-ACCRWNSoprano Abigail Rockhill-Beckler invites you to her graduate recital, live from Colton Recital Hall, Warren M. Lee Center for the Fine Arts, and livestreamed via the link available elsewhere on this post. This event is open to the public at no [...]
4 events,
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Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
The Center for Western Studies (CWS) is excited to present "Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford," an exhibition showcasing the beauty of South Dakota through the eyes of a talented local artist. Based in Sioux Falls, Mecca Rutherford uses oil paintings to capture the stunning landscapes of the Dakota plains. Her work brings to [...]
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39th Annual Stilwell Student Awards Exhibition
39th Annual Stilwell Student Awards Exhibition
Event Contact: 0Contact Email: amy.fill@usd.eduContact Phone: 6056583437Event Locator: 2025-ACCPDD39th Annual Stilwel Student Awards Exhibition showcases the visual artwork created by the University of South Dakota Department of Art Undergraduate and Graduate Students. Klaire Lockheart, USD Department of Art Painting Alumna.
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Music Maker Mixer: Granting Opportunities
Music Maker Mixer: Granting Opportunities
Music Maker Mixer: Granting Opportunities Join us for the February edition of the Music Maker Mixer, where we’ll explore the funding opportunities available to musicians through the South Dakota Arts Council. Sarah Carlson, Arts Program Specialist, will provide an overview of grants and resources, while longtime roster musician and educator Phil Baker and Deb Workman [...]
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Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
The Center for Western Studies (CWS) is excited to present "Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford," an exhibition showcasing the beauty of South Dakota through the eyes of a talented local artist. Based in Sioux Falls, Mecca Rutherford uses oil paintings to capture the stunning landscapes of the Dakota plains. Her work brings to [...]
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39th Annual Stilwell Student Awards Exhibition
39th Annual Stilwell Student Awards Exhibition
Event Contact: 0Contact Email: amy.fill@usd.eduContact Phone: 6056583437Event Locator: 2025-ACCPDD39th Annual Stilwel Student Awards Exhibition showcases the visual artwork created by the University of South Dakota Department of Art Undergraduate and Graduate Students. Klaire Lockheart, USD Department of Art Painting Alumna.
4 events,
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Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
The Center for Western Studies (CWS) is excited to present "Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford," an exhibition showcasing the beauty of South Dakota through the eyes of a talented local artist. Based in Sioux Falls, Mecca Rutherford uses oil paintings to capture the stunning landscapes of the Dakota plains. Her work brings to [...]
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39th Annual Stilwell Student Awards Exhibition
39th Annual Stilwell Student Awards Exhibition
Event Contact: 0Contact Email: amy.fill@usd.eduContact Phone: 6056583437Event Locator: 2025-ACCPDD39th Annual Stilwel Student Awards Exhibition showcases the visual artwork created by the University of South Dakota Department of Art Undergraduate and Graduate Students. Klaire Lockheart, USD Department of Art Painting Alumna.
5 events,
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Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
The Center for Western Studies (CWS) is excited to present "Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford," an exhibition showcasing the beauty of South Dakota through the eyes of a talented local artist. Based in Sioux Falls, Mecca Rutherford uses oil paintings to capture the stunning landscapes of the Dakota plains. Her work brings to [...]
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39th Annual Stilwell Student Awards Exhibition
39th Annual Stilwell Student Awards Exhibition
Event Contact: 0Contact Email: amy.fill@usd.eduContact Phone: 6056583437Event Locator: 2025-ACCPDD39th Annual Stilwel Student Awards Exhibition showcases the visual artwork created by the University of South Dakota Department of Art Undergraduate and Graduate Students. Klaire Lockheart, USD Department of Art Painting Alumna.
6 events,
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Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
The Center for Western Studies (CWS) is excited to present "Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford," an exhibition showcasing the beauty of South Dakota through the eyes of a talented local artist. Based in Sioux Falls, Mecca Rutherford uses oil paintings to capture the stunning landscapes of the Dakota plains. Her work brings to [...]
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39th Annual Stilwell Student Awards Exhibition
39th Annual Stilwell Student Awards Exhibition
Event Contact: 0Contact Email: amy.fill@usd.eduContact Phone: 6056583437Event Locator: 2025-ACCPDD39th Annual Stilwel Student Awards Exhibition showcases the visual artwork created by the University of South Dakota Department of Art Undergraduate and Graduate Students. Klaire Lockheart, USD Department of Art Painting Alumna.
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The Atrium Makers Market
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, [...]
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Storytime & Craft Event with Author Tara Barney! 
Storytime & Craft Event with Author Tara Barney!
Join us at AMC Collective for a special reading and craft event with Tara Barney of Red Door Creations! Tara will be reading her book Country Day Adventures, and after the story, kids will get to make a bean mosaic inspired by the book. 
Saturday, February 15th 
2:30 – 3:30 pm 
$20 [...]
$20
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Dave Martinson’s Big Band Concert and Chocolate Tasting
Dave Martinson’s Big Band Concert and Chocolate Tasting
Get your calendar out and save the afternoon of Sunday, February 16th for the Big Band Concert along with our annual Chocolate Tasting event. The Band, under the direction of David Martinson, is presenting another wonderful big band concert that afternoon. In addition, during intermission, you can enjoy the yummy taste of homemade chocolate delights [...]
$10 – $20
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Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
The Center for Western Studies (CWS) is excited to present "Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford," an exhibition showcasing the beauty of South Dakota through the eyes of a talented local artist. Based in Sioux Falls, Mecca Rutherford uses oil paintings to capture the stunning landscapes of the Dakota plains. Her work brings to [...]
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39th Annual Stilwell Student Awards Exhibition
39th Annual Stilwell Student Awards Exhibition
Event Contact: 0Contact Email: amy.fill@usd.eduContact Phone: 6056583437Event Locator: 2025-ACCPDD39th Annual Stilwel Student Awards Exhibition showcases the visual artwork created by the University of South Dakota Department of Art Undergraduate and Graduate Students. Klaire Lockheart, USD Department of Art Painting Alumna.
6 events,
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Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
The Center for Western Studies (CWS) is excited to present "Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford," an exhibition showcasing the beauty of South Dakota through the eyes of a talented local artist. Based in Sioux Falls, Mecca Rutherford uses oil paintings to capture the stunning landscapes of the Dakota plains. Her work brings to [...]
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39th Annual Stilwell Student Awards Exhibition
39th Annual Stilwell Student Awards Exhibition
Event Contact: 0Contact Email: amy.fill@usd.eduContact Phone: 6056583437Event Locator: 2025-ACCPDD39th Annual Stilwel Student Awards Exhibition showcases the visual artwork created by the University of South Dakota Department of Art Undergraduate and Graduate Students. Klaire Lockheart, USD Department of Art Painting Alumna.
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Great Plains Watercolor Society Paint-in
Great Plains Watercolor Society Paint-in
Paint-ins are in-person events scheduled from September through November and January through May, weather permitting, by the Great Plains Watercolor Society. During February's Paint-in, GPWS member Brenda Sosa will demonstrate introductory one and two-point perspective to provide tips and tricks to improve the illusion of depth in paintings and drawings. Supplies to bring with you: [...]
Free
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Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
The Center for Western Studies (CWS) is excited to present "Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford," an exhibition showcasing the beauty of South Dakota through the eyes of a talented local artist. Based in Sioux Falls, Mecca Rutherford uses oil paintings to capture the stunning landscapes of the Dakota plains. Her work brings to [...]
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39th Annual Stilwell Student Awards Exhibition
39th Annual Stilwell Student Awards Exhibition
Event Contact: 0Contact Email: amy.fill@usd.eduContact Phone: 6056583437Event Locator: 2025-ACCPDD39th Annual Stilwel Student Awards Exhibition showcases the visual artwork created by the University of South Dakota Department of Art Undergraduate and Graduate Students. Klaire Lockheart, USD Department of Art Painting Alumna.
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Company
Company Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim Book by George Furth Knutson Theatre, Feb 20 – 23, 2025 It’s party time! Get the gang together February 20 to 23 for a musical birthday party/existential crisis. Written by the late, great Stephen Sondheim, Company follows Bobby through a series of interactions with married friends and temporary [...]
Free – $20
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Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
The Center for Western Studies (CWS) is excited to present "Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford," an exhibition showcasing the beauty of South Dakota through the eyes of a talented local artist. Based in Sioux Falls, Mecca Rutherford uses oil paintings to capture the stunning landscapes of the Dakota plains. Her work brings to [...]
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39th Annual Stilwell Student Awards Exhibition
39th Annual Stilwell Student Awards Exhibition
Event Contact: 0Contact Email: amy.fill@usd.eduContact Phone: 6056583437Event Locator: 2025-ACCPDD39th Annual Stilwel Student Awards Exhibition showcases the visual artwork created by the University of South Dakota Department of Art Undergraduate and Graduate Students. Klaire Lockheart, USD Department of Art Painting Alumna.
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Cosmos and Cocktails
Cosmos and Cocktails
It’s time for science, art and stars after hours! Experience the Kirby Science Discovery Center, Visual Arts Center and Wells Fargo CineDome & Sweetman Planetarium during our adults-only (21+) black hole-themed Cosmos and Cocktails event! Run wild in three floors of interactive science exhibits, marvel at artwork in eight art galleries, sip on tasty cocktails [...]
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9 events,
Company
Company Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim Book by George Furth Knutson Theatre, Feb 20 – 23, 2025 It’s party time! Get the gang together February 20 to 23 for a musical birthday party/existential crisis. Written by the late, great Stephen Sondheim, Company follows Bobby through a series of interactions with married friends and temporary [...]
Free – $20
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Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
The Center for Western Studies (CWS) is excited to present "Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford," an exhibition showcasing the beauty of South Dakota through the eyes of a talented local artist. Based in Sioux Falls, Mecca Rutherford uses oil paintings to capture the stunning landscapes of the Dakota plains. Her work brings to [...]
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39th Annual Stilwell Student Awards Exhibition
39th Annual Stilwell Student Awards Exhibition
Event Contact: 0Contact Email: amy.fill@usd.eduContact Phone: 6056583437Event Locator: 2025-ACCPDD39th Annual Stilwel Student Awards Exhibition showcases the visual artwork created by the University of South Dakota Department of Art Undergraduate and Graduate Students. Klaire Lockheart, USD Department of Art Painting Alumna.
TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL
TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL
February 21, 2025 | 7:30 p.m. February 22, 2025 | 2 p.m. February 22, 2025 | 7:30 p.m. February 23, 2025 | 2 p.m. Mary W. Sommervold Hall An uplifting comeback story like no other, TINA – The Tina Turner Musical is the inspiring journey of a woman who broke barriers and became the Queen [...]
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10 events,
Company
Company Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim Book by George Furth Knutson Theatre, Feb 20 – 23, 2025 It’s party time! Get the gang together February 20 to 23 for a musical birthday party/existential crisis. Written by the late, great Stephen Sondheim, Company follows Bobby through a series of interactions with married friends and temporary [...]
Free – $20
TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL
TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL
February 21, 2025 | 7:30 p.m. February 22, 2025 | 2 p.m. February 22, 2025 | 7:30 p.m. February 23, 2025 | 2 p.m. Mary W. Sommervold Hall An uplifting comeback story like no other, TINA – The Tina Turner Musical is the inspiring journey of a woman who broke barriers and became the Queen [...]
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TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL
TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL
February 21, 2025 | 7:30 p.m. February 22, 2025 | 2 p.m. February 22, 2025 | 7:30 p.m. February 23, 2025 | 2 p.m. Mary W. Sommervold Hall An uplifting comeback story like no other, TINA – The Tina Turner Musical is the inspiring journey of a woman who broke barriers and became the Queen [...]
See Website
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The Atrium Makers Market
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, [...]
3 events,
Company
Company Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim Book by George Furth Knutson Theatre, Feb 20 – 23, 2025 It’s party time! Get the gang together February 20 to 23 for a musical birthday party/existential crisis. Written by the late, great Stephen Sondheim, Company follows Bobby through a series of interactions with married friends and temporary [...]
Free – $20
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Nicole Santos, Graduate Collaborative Piano Recital
Nicole Santos, Graduate Collaborative Piano Recital
Event Contact: Dr. Eun-Hee ParkContact Email: EunHee.Park@usd.eduContact Phone: 605 658 3480Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/livemusicEvent Locator: 2025-ACCZSNNicole Santos invites you to her collaborative piano recital, featuring instrumental performers, live from Colton Recital Hall, Warren M. Lee Center for the Fine Arts, and livestreamed via the link available elsewhere on this post. This event is open to the [...]
2 events,
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Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
The Center for Western Studies (CWS) is excited to present "Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford," an exhibition showcasing the beauty of South Dakota through the eyes of a talented local artist. Based in Sioux Falls, Mecca Rutherford uses oil paintings to capture the stunning landscapes of the Dakota plains. Her work brings to [...]
4 events,
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Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
The Center for Western Studies (CWS) is excited to present "Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford," an exhibition showcasing the beauty of South Dakota through the eyes of a talented local artist. Based in Sioux Falls, Mecca Rutherford uses oil paintings to capture the stunning landscapes of the Dakota plains. Her work brings to [...]
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Joint Recital: Ande Petersen, Flute and Lily Miller, Clarinet
Joint Recital: Ande Petersen, Flute and Lily Miller, Clarinet
Event Contact: Stephanie Kocher & Dr. Beverly GibsonContact Email: Stephanie.Kocher@usd.eduContact Phone: 605 658 3466Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/livemusicEvent Locator: 2025-ACCZRMJuniors Ande Petersen, flute and piccolo, and Lily Miller, clarinet invite you to their recital, live from Colton Recital Hall, Warren M. Lee Center for the Fine Arts, and livestreamed via the link available elsewhere on this post.
5 events,
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Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
The Center for Western Studies (CWS) is excited to present "Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford," an exhibition showcasing the beauty of South Dakota through the eyes of a talented local artist. Based in Sioux Falls, Mecca Rutherford uses oil paintings to capture the stunning landscapes of the Dakota plains. Her work brings to [...]
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The Magic School Bus: Lost in the Solar System
The Magic School Bus: Lost in the Solar System
When the class gets lost on the way to the planetarium, Ms. Frizzle saves the day by blasting into outer space for an epic interplanetary field trip! But when rivalries both old and new threaten to tear the students apart, our young heroes must learn to pull together or risk getting forever lost in the [...]
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6 events,
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Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
The Center for Western Studies (CWS) is excited to present "Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford," an exhibition showcasing the beauty of South Dakota through the eyes of a talented local artist. Based in Sioux Falls, Mecca Rutherford uses oil paintings to capture the stunning landscapes of the Dakota plains. Her work brings to [...]
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White Spruce Midwinter Concert
White Spruce Midwinter Concert
We had so much fun with last year's clarinet trios that we decided to do it again! This year, we are featuring the Horovitz Clarinet Sonata and trios for clarinet, cello, and piano by Louise Farrenc, Paquito d'Rivera, and North Dakota composer Jonas Fisher. We will have three performances of our midwinter concert: Thursday, February [...]
5 events,
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Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
The Center for Western Studies (CWS) is excited to present "Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford," an exhibition showcasing the beauty of South Dakota through the eyes of a talented local artist. Based in Sioux Falls, Mecca Rutherford uses oil paintings to capture the stunning landscapes of the Dakota plains. Her work brings to [...]
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USD Symphony Orchestra Concert
USD Symphony Orchestra Concert
Event Contact: Dr. Chun Ming ChenContact Email: ChunMing.Chen@usd.eduContact Phone: 605 658 3478Event URL: https://usd.edu/livemusicEvent Locator: 2025-ACCPQFThe USD Symphony Orchestra invites you to their winter concert, live from Aalfs Auditorium, Slagle Hall, and livestreamed via the link available elsewhere on this post. This event in open to the public at no charge.
8 events,
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The Atrium Makers Market
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, [...]
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NMM Discovery Saturday
NMM Discovery Saturday
Celebrate Women’s History at the National Music Museum’s Discovery Saturday Saturday, March 1, marks the start of Women’s History Month and Discovery Saturday at the National Music Museum (NMM) in Vermillion, SD. Throughout the day, visitors will have the opportunity to explore the incredible contributions women have made to music as performers, entrepreneurs, makers, and [...]
Included with Museum Admission
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NMM Discovery Saturday
NMM Discovery Saturday
Event Contact: National Music MuseumContact Email: nmm@usd.eduContact Phone: 605-658-3450Event URL: https://www.nmmusd.org/events/3f68712d-d0bf-4358-b0bd-3fc7d6203afcEvent Locator: 2025-ACDDMFCelebrate Women’s History at the National Music Museum’s Discovery Saturday Saturday, March 1, marks the start of Women’s History Month and Discovery Saturday at the National Music Museum (NMM) in Vermillion, SD. Throughout the day, visitors will have the opportunity to explore the [...]
3 events,
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Clara Maloley and Alena Bunkers, Sophomore Violin/Viola Recital
Clara Maloley and Alena Bunkers, Sophomore Violin/Viola Recital
Event Contact: Dr. Ioana GaluContact Email: Ioana.Galu@usd.eduContact Phone: 605 658 3482Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/livemusicEvent Locator: 2025-ACDFGRClara and Alena invite you to their sophomore recital, live from Colton Recital Hall, Warren M. Lee Center for the Fine Arts, and livestreamed via the link available elsewhere on this post. This event is open to the public at no [...]
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USD Spring Choral Showcase
USD Spring Choral Showcase
Event Contact: Dr. David HoldhusenContact Email: David.Holdhusen@usd.eduContact Phone: 605 658 3467Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/livemusicEvent Locator: 2025-ACCTWXThe USD Department of Music's Choral area invites you to this afternoon's concert, live from Aalfs Auditorium, Slagle Hall, and livestreamed via the link available elsewhere on this post. This event is open to the public at no charge.
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Dakota Wesleyan University Mid-Winter Concert
Dakota Wesleyan University Mid-Winter Concert
Join the DWU community for a performance by the Ron and Sheilah Gates Department of Music, featuring: Wesleyan Treble Choir, The Highlanders, Dakota Wesleyan Community Choir, Wesleyan Band, Wesleyan Jazz Band, Wesleyan Bells.
Free
