New Candidate Meet and Greet: Noon-1 p.m. Thursday, March 19, The Market on the Plaza, 506 S. Main St. Meet District 3 candidates Katie Washnok, Spencer Sommers and Tim Hanigan.
Puzzle Palooza: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 19, K.O. Lee Aberdeen Public Library, 215 Fourth Ave. S.E. Teams of four compete to finish 300 piece puzzles.
Used Book Sale: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday, March 20, K.O. Lee Aberdeen Public Library, 215 Fourth Ave. S.E. Proceeds benefit Friends of the Library.
Choosing the Right Rose: 6:30 p.m. Friday, March 20, K.O. Lee Aberdeen Public Library, 215 Fourth Ave S.E. Program by the Hardy Rosarians.
Fallout Art and Music Party: 6 p.m. Friday, March 20 at the Red Rooster Coffee House, 218 S. Main St.
Lost Bears, seen here performing in August 2025, perform at Hub City Event Station with Never Far on Friday, March 20. Aberdeen Insider photo by Elisa Sand.
Live Music with Lost Bears and Never Far: 8 p.m. Friday, March 20, Hub City Station Event Center, 1923 Sixth Ave. S.E. Suite 104.
Family Karaoke at the Amaris Inn: 7-9 p.m. Friday, March 20, 1109 E. Seventh Ave., Redfield. $5. For more details visit amarisinn.com/theater.
Spring Vendor Show at the Moose: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, March 21. Loyal Order of Moose Lodge, 410 Ninth Ave. S.W. Variety of vendors selling handmade goods, jewelry, home decor and clothing.
Handmade Market: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, March 21, Dakota Event Center, 720 S. Lamont St.
Live Music with Ashmore and Ashmore: 6 p.m., Saturday, March 21, Red Rooster Coffee House, 218 S. Main St. Listen to this father and son duo from Fargo along with local music from Joe Berns and Jay Kirschenmann. $5 cover.
Meat Bingo: 7 p.m. Saturday, March 21, The Village Bowl, 902 Fifth Ave. N.W. $1 cards. Call 605-229-4800 to reserve a table.
Karaoke with B&M Tunes: 8 p.m. Saturday, March 21, Crossing Bar, 802 Nesbitt Drive, in Mina.
Early Learner Celebration: 5-7 p.m. Monday, March 23, Aberdeen Civic Arena, 203 S. Washington St. Second annual celebration of Aberdeen becoming an early learning community with children’s activities, parent resources, mother goose and friends storytime and a complimentary meal. Raffle tickets available for purchase.
Chronic Disease Prevention: 2-3 p.m. Tuesday, March 24, K.O. Lee Aberdeen Public Library, 215 Fourth Ave. S.E. Sanford’s Annie Jacobson to present food demonstration focusing on the prevention or management of chronic disease.
Build your first website: 3:30-5 p.m. March 24, Business and Health Innovation Center at Northern State University. A step by step introduction to no-code website platforms.
Fourth Tuesday vendor show: 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, March 24, 617 S. 15th St. Dinner served from 5-7 p.m. Browse a variety of vendor booths featuring direct sales and hand-made items.
Wool in the garden: 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 24, K.O. Lee Aberdeen Public Library, 215 Fourth Ave. S.E., learn about an innovative, eco-friendly technique to boost your garden’s health with less effort.
This year’s Dakota Student Art Exhibition is Wednesday, March 25 and Thursday, March 26 with an open house on Wednesday from 4-8 p.m. The show in the second floor library auditorium of the Aberdeen Recreation and Cultural Center features art from area high school students. Aberdeen Insider file photo by Scott Waltman.
Dakota Student Art Exhibit Open House: 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, March 25, Aberdeen Recreation and Cultural Center, 225 Third Ave. S.E., second floor library auditorium. Art viewing also available 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. March 25-26. Enjoy artwork from area middle school and high school students.
Poetry on the Road: 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, March 25, Red Rooster Coffee House, 218 S. Main St. One of 21 events held across the state to help foster the creation and appreciation of poetry. Organized by the South Dakota State Poetry Society the event features poetry readings by members and an open mic opportunity.
Bach’s Lunch: 12-1 p.m. Wednesday, March 25, Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 1620 Milwaukee Ave. N.E., enjoy a variety of musical pieces performed by the Northern State University Music Department. Free.
Traditional Native American Doll Making: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 26, K.O. Lee Aberdeen Public Library. Presentation and hands-on activity with Dani McQuillen who will discuss Native American culture and storytelling through traditional doll making.
Culturefest: 6-9 p.m. Friday, March 27, Kessler’s Champions Club at Northern State University’s Barnett Center. Join a celebration of the cultures in Aberdeen and on campus.
Mocktails with Myron: 6:30 p.m. Friday, March 27, Marcus P. Beebe Memorial Library, 120 Main St., in Ipswich, $20. Make reservations by calling 605-426-6707. Come support the library with an evening of friends, paint and mocktails.
Holy Hoops: 7 p.m. Friday, March 27, Roncalli High School, 1400 N. Dakota St. Enjoy a showdown between Roncalli seniors and priests and staff.
Easter Egg Hunt and more: 9-11 a.m. Saturday, March 28, K.O. Lee Aberdeen Public Library, 215 Fourth Ave. S.E. Featuring an easter egg hunt, waffle bar, games, prizes, craft tables and opportunities to visit with the Easter bunny.
Easter for Kids: 9-11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 28, Trinity Lutheran Church, 923 S. Dakota St. Games, crafts, sing songs and hear the Easter story.
Groton Lion’s Club Easter Egg Hunt: 10-10:30 a.m., Saturday, March 28, Groton City Park, 802 N. Third St. For youth up to 10 years old. Alternate weather date is April 4.
Aberdeen Film Showcase: 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. sessions, Saturday, March 28, Black Box Theatre at Johnson Fine Arts Center.Watch a variety of locally produced films including 3AM at the Painted Door produced by Northern students. The afternoon session includes films and a filmmaker panel discussion with filmmakers including Andrew Kightlinger. $5 suggested admission. Afterparty to follow at the Red Rooster Coffee House, 218 S. Main St.
Knight for a Princess: 4-7 p.m. Saturday, March 28, Central High School, 2200 S. Roosevelt St. Enjoy swing dance lessons from 4-5 p.m., strolling magicians, appetizers and a royal ball. Tickets are $40 per couple and $60 for a knight with two princesses. Tickets availble at Aberdeenpublicschoolsfoundation.org or at the foundation office at the District Service Center, 1224 S. Third St.
Spring Big Boy Toy Show: 10 a.m-6 p.m. Saturday, March 28 and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, March 29, Holum Expo Building, 400 24th Ave. N.W.
Winefest: 4:30-8:30 p.m. Saturday, March 28, Boys and Girls Club of Aberdeen, 1121 First Ave. S.E., Enjoy a night at the speakeasy with drinks, appetizers and entertainment. Grand tasting is 6-8:30 p.m. Tickets available at Kesslers or the Boys and Girls Club. VIP tickets are $100. Grand tasting is $65 each or $100 for two.
Comedy with Dan Alten: 8 p.m. Saturday, March 28, Hub City Station Event Center, 1923 Sixth Ave. S.E. Suite 104.
Recurring events
Chamber Connections: 8:45 a.m. Thursdays. K.O. Lee Aberdeen Public Library, 215 Fourth Ave. S.E. March 26 is Nick Eilts, supervisor of the YAPA Teen Center. April 2 is Tom Glanzer, community relations manager for NorthWestern Energy.
Trivia Express: 8 p.m. Thursday, March 26, Hub City Station Event Center, 1923 Sixth Ave. S.E. $5 cover. Held monthly.
AARP Foundation Tax Aid: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays through Tuesday, April 7 Aberdeen Recreation and Cultural Center, 225 Third Ave. S.E., No age restrictions. Call 605-622-0750 to make or cancel appointments. Bring photo ID and social security cards.
Aberdeen Moose Bingo: 6 p.m. Thursdays, Aberdeen Moose Lodge, 410 Ninth Ave. S.W. Doors open at 4 p.m., packets start at $20.
Elks entertainment: 7 p.m. Fridays, Aberdeen Elks Club, 705 Circle Drive Doors open 6 p.m. Entertainment on March 20 is Double S Duo. March 27 is David Redfield.
Capitol Cinema movie: 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays. Movie for March 20-22 is “Sinners.” Details at capitolcinema.net.
Market at the Mall: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays, Uptown Aberdeen, 3315 Sixth Ave. S.E. Browse vendors in the food court area every Saturday until end of April.
Sunday Run: 7 a.m. Sundays. Gather with members of the Aberdeen Running Club in the Kessler’s parking lot for a morning run.
Shrine Pancake Breakfast: 8:30-11:45 a.m. Sunday, March 22, Yelduz Shrine Center, 802 S. Main St. $8.
Table of Plenty: 5:30-7 p.m. Monday, March 23, Zion Lutheran Church, 1723 S. Main St. Free community meal.
English Language Skills Class: 6:30 p.m. on Mondays. K.O. Lee Aberdeen Public Library, 215 Fourth Ave. S.E. Healthy eating cooking series aimed at chronic disease prevention.
Hatha Flow Yoga: 7 p.m. Mondays, K.O. Lee Aberdeen Public Library, 215 Fourth Ave. S.E. Develop strength, flexibility and balance.
Chair yoga: 1:30 p.m. Mondays and 10 a.m. Fridays, K.O. Lee Aberdeen Public Library, 215 Fourth Ave. S.E., free.
Old Time Music Jam: 2 p.m. Tuesdays, Hub City Station Event Center, 1923 Sixth Ave. S.E., Suite 104, free.
Queen of Hearts: 5-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Lager’s Inn, 20 Third Ave. S.W., fundraiser for Aberdeen Area Veterans.
Aspire Ace of Hearts: 7:17 p.m. Tuesdays. Buffalo Wild Wings, 3401 Sixth Ave. S.E., Tickets available online at Aspiresd.org or in person. $5 each or 5 for $20. Winner splits the pot. Must not be present to win.
Chase the Fez and Bingo: 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays Yelduz Shrine Center, 802 S. Main St., $1 per card, dinner available for purchase.
Bingo at Hub City Station: 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Hub City Station Event Center, 1923 Sixth Ave. S.E., Suite 104. Doors at 5:30 p.m., $20 per packet.
Museum gallery exhibit featuring Hecla: On display through March 28 at the Dacotah Prairie Museum, 21 S. Main St. Open Tuesday through friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturday 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Browse historic photos of Hecla and items from the community.
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