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Summer Art Series

The Matthews Art Gallery 612 Main St, Spearfish, SD, United States

Exhibit Opening Reception Friday, May 23 5-7 pm The Matthews Opera House and Arts Center is excited to announce that their Summer Art Series will be unveiled on May 23 with an opening reception from 5-7 pm. This showcase features the talents of Black Hills artists with an incredible display of high-quality pieces on exhibit. [...]

The Governor’s Student Art Exhibition

The South Dakota State Capitol East Capitol Avenue, Pierre, South Dakota, United States

Governor Kristi Noem announced 12 students who are being recognized for their artistic talents through the Governor’s Student Art Competition. An exhibition of the artwork is now open to the public in the South Dakota Capitol building. The Governor’s Student Art Exhibition includes work from the following students: A panel of nine professional artists served [...]

Event Series “Pieces of Me” by Ann Smith

“Pieces of Me” by Ann Smith

Yankton Area Arts 508 Douglas Ave, Yankton, United States

Yankton, SD — Yankton Area Arts is proud to present "Pieces of Me," a compelling new solo exhibit by local artist and designer Ann Smith, opening Thursday, May 2 at 1:00 PM at the GAR Hall Art Gallery. The exhibit runs through June 3, 2025 and showcases a powerful blend of mixed media that highlights Ann's lifelong exploration of texture, design, and self-expression. [...]

Stephen Martin

Trio Jazz Club 340 S Main Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

https://www.triojazzclub.com #fellowshipjazzcenter #triojazzclub #livemusic #siouxfalls

George Ducas Live

The Matthews Opera House – Theatre 612 Main St, Spearfish, SD, United States

Friday, May 30, 2025 | Doors at 6 PM | Show at 7 PM Country music fans, get ready for an unforgettable night at The Matthews as we welcome George Ducas to our historic stage! With a career spanning decades, Ducas has carved his place in country music with chart-topping hits like “Lipstick Promises” and songwriting credits for legends like Garth [...]

Event Series 39 STEPS

39 STEPS

Knuston Theatre East Clark Street, Vermillion, SD, United States

Based on the 1915 novel and the 1939 Alfred Hitchcock film of the same name, The 39 Steps is a comedic adaptation of the classic spy thriller. Richard Hannay meets a beautiful woman at the theatre, only to have her immediately murdered in his apartment. Fearing for his life and spurred into action by her [...]

$10 – $62

Stephen Martin

Trio Jazz Club 340 S Main Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

https://www.triojazzclub.com #fellowshipjazzcenter #triojazzclub #livemusic #siouxfalls

The Governor’s Student Art Exhibition

The South Dakota State Capitol East Capitol Avenue, Pierre, South Dakota, United States

Governor Kristi Noem announced 12 students who are being recognized for their artistic talents through the Governor’s Student Art Competition. An exhibition of the artwork is now open to the public in the South Dakota Capitol building. The Governor’s Student Art Exhibition includes work from the following students: A panel of nine professional artists served [...]

Etta & the Vendetta

Trio Jazz Club 340 S Main Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

https://www.triojazzclub.com #fellowshipjazzcenter #triojazzclub #livemusic #siouxfalls

Event Series 39 STEPS

39 STEPS

Knuston Theatre East Clark Street, Vermillion, SD, United States

Based on the 1915 novel and the 1939 Alfred Hitchcock film of the same name, The 39 Steps is a comedic adaptation of the classic spy thriller. Richard Hannay meets a beautiful woman at the theatre, only to have her immediately murdered in his apartment. Fearing for his life and spurred into action by her [...]

$10 – $62

Etta & the Vendetta

Trio Jazz Club 340 S Main Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

https://www.triojazzclub.com #fellowshipjazzcenter #triojazzclub #livemusic #siouxfalls

The Governor’s Student Art Exhibition

The South Dakota State Capitol East Capitol Avenue, Pierre, South Dakota, United States

Governor Kristi Noem announced 12 students who are being recognized for their artistic talents through the Governor’s Student Art Competition. An exhibition of the artwork is now open to the public in the South Dakota Capitol building. The Governor’s Student Art Exhibition includes work from the following students: A panel of nine professional artists served [...]

Event Series “Pieces of Me” by Ann Smith

“Pieces of Me” by Ann Smith

Yankton Area Arts 508 Douglas Ave, Yankton, United States

Yankton, SD — Yankton Area Arts is proud to present "Pieces of Me," a compelling new solo exhibit by local artist and designer Ann Smith, opening Thursday, May 2 at 1:00 PM at the GAR Hall Art Gallery. The exhibit runs through June 3, 2025 and showcases a powerful blend of mixed media that highlights Ann's lifelong exploration of texture, design, and self-expression. [...]

Event Series 39 STEPS

39 STEPS

Knuston Theatre East Clark Street, Vermillion, SD, United States

Based on the 1915 novel and the 1939 Alfred Hitchcock film of the same name, The 39 Steps is a comedic adaptation of the classic spy thriller. Richard Hannay meets a beautiful woman at the theatre, only to have her immediately murdered in his apartment. Fearing for his life and spurred into action by her [...]

$10 – $62

The Governor’s Student Art Exhibition

The South Dakota State Capitol East Capitol Avenue, Pierre, South Dakota, United States

Governor Kristi Noem announced 12 students who are being recognized for their artistic talents through the Governor’s Student Art Competition. An exhibition of the artwork is now open to the public in the South Dakota Capitol building. The Governor’s Student Art Exhibition includes work from the following students: A panel of nine professional artists served [...]

Heirlooms: Creative Life Writing Workshop

Edith B. Siegrist Vermillion Public Library, 18 Church St, Vermillion

Have you always wanted to record your memories onto paper so your family can cherish your stories for years to come? This workshop provides writing prompts which encourage participants to pen their life memories through sensory detail. Creative writing has many benefits aside from preserving valuable memories. It helps sharpen the mind and provides a [...]

Event Series “Pieces of Me” by Ann Smith

“Pieces of Me” by Ann Smith

Yankton Area Arts 508 Douglas Ave, Yankton, United States

Yankton, SD — Yankton Area Arts is proud to present "Pieces of Me," a compelling new solo exhibit by local artist and designer Ann Smith, opening Thursday, May 2 at 1:00 PM at the GAR Hall Art Gallery. The exhibit runs through June 3, 2025 and showcases a powerful blend of mixed media that highlights Ann's lifelong exploration of texture, design, and self-expression. [...]

Event Series 39 STEPS

39 STEPS

Knuston Theatre East Clark Street, Vermillion, SD, United States

Based on the 1915 novel and the 1939 Alfred Hitchcock film of the same name, The 39 Steps is a comedic adaptation of the classic spy thriller. Richard Hannay meets a beautiful woman at the theatre, only to have her immediately murdered in his apartment. Fearing for his life and spurred into action by her [...]

$10 – $62

The Governor’s Student Art Exhibition

The South Dakota State Capitol East Capitol Avenue, Pierre, South Dakota, United States

Governor Kristi Noem announced 12 students who are being recognized for their artistic talents through the Governor’s Student Art Competition. An exhibition of the artwork is now open to the public in the South Dakota Capitol building. The Governor’s Student Art Exhibition includes work from the following students: A panel of nine professional artists served [...]

Event Series “Pieces of Me” by Ann Smith

“Pieces of Me” by Ann Smith

Yankton Area Arts 508 Douglas Ave, Yankton, United States

Yankton, SD — Yankton Area Arts is proud to present "Pieces of Me," a compelling new solo exhibit by local artist and designer Ann Smith, opening Thursday, May 2 at 1:00 PM at the GAR Hall Art Gallery. The exhibit runs through June 3, 2025 and showcases a powerful blend of mixed media that highlights Ann's lifelong exploration of texture, design, and self-expression. [...]

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