Member Events Calendar
VFW Youth Scholarships- Voice of Democracy
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
This audio-essay program provides high school students with the unique opportunity to express themselves in a patriotic-themed recorded essay. Each year, nearly 25,000 9-12 grade students enter to win their share of more than $2 million in educational ...
VFW Youth Scholarships- Patriot’s Pen
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Students in grades 6-8 may enter the VFW’s Patriot’s Pen youth essay contest for a chance to win their share of more than $1.4 million in state and national awards. Each first-place state winner receives a minimum of $500 at the national level and the ...
Chamber 101
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
All are welcome to attend, whether you're a new business considering Chamber membership or a longtime member who needs a refresher for renewal season! We'll provide donuts and coffee. Please register to help us get a headcount. Chamber 101 will cover ...
Bingo at VFW
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every Wednesday & Friday 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Doors open at 5:00 PM. Bar opens at 5:00 PM. Cheapest drinks in town! $3 sandwiches and $2 desserts are available from 5:30 PM through intermission, Buy bingo cards starting at 6:30 PM. Bingo starts at 7:00 ...
Coffee at Cornerstone Caregiving
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Come enjoy a gourmet coffee on Cornerstone, featuring the Little Prairie Coffee Company!
Candy Krawl on Kasan 2025
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Get ready for a fun-filled evening with the Volga Business Network's 4th annual Candy Krawl on Kasan! Join us at the Volga Auditorium on Thursday, October 31, from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM for a fantastic trick-or-treating event. This is your chance ...
Bingo at VFW
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every Wednesday & Friday 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Doors open at 5:00 PM. Bar opens at 5:00 PM. Cheapest drinks in town! $3 sandwiches and $2 desserts are available from 5:30 PM through intermission, Buy bingo cards starting at 6:30 PM. Bingo starts at 7:00 ...
Bingo at VFW
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every Wednesday & Friday 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Doors open at 5:00 PM. Bar opens at 5:00 PM. Cheapest drinks in town! $3 sandwiches and $2 desserts are available from 5:30 PM through intermission, Buy bingo cards starting at 6:30 PM. Bingo starts at 7:00 ...
Bingo at VFW
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every Wednesday & Friday 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Doors open at 5:00 PM. Bar opens at 5:00 PM. Cheapest drinks in town! $3 sandwiches and $2 desserts are available from 5:30 PM through intermission, Buy bingo cards starting at 6:30 PM. Bingo starts at 7:00 ...
Marine Corp 250th Birthday Celebration
7:00 AM - 11:59 PM
All veterans are welcome to come celebrate the Marine Corp.'s 250th birthday!
Brookings Swim Club Home Swim Meet
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Join us for an exciting day of fast swims and great community spirit as the Brookings Swim Club hosts its home swim meet! Athletes from across the region will compete in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere right here in Brookings.
Ribbon Cutting: Volga Tribune
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Please join us for a ribbon cutting at the Volga Tribune’s new office! They’re excited to share their 2025 holiday advertising specials and show off the new space. • Open house: 4-6pm • Ribbon cutting: 4:30pm Attendees can take advantage of reduced ad
2025 Veterans Day Program
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
The Brookings Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee is proud to host the community's annual Veterans Day Program on November 11, 2024 at 9:00 AM at the Dacotah Bank Event Center. All are welcome to attend this free event and honor this great ...
Ribbon Cutting: Eleven Eleven Bridal
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Please join us for a ribbon cutting at the Volga Tribune’s new office! They’re excited to share their 2025 holiday advertising specials and show off the new space. • Open house: 4-6pm • Ribbon cutting: 4:30pm Attendees can take advantage of reduced ad
Bingo at VFW
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every Wednesday & Friday 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Doors open at 5:00 PM. Bar opens at 5:00 PM. Cheapest drinks in town! $3 sandwiches and $2 desserts are available from 5:30 PM through intermission, Buy bingo cards starting at 6:30 PM. Bingo starts at 7:00 ...
Ribbon Cutting: Schade Vineyard & Winery 25th Anniversary
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Please join us for a ribbon cutting at the Volga Tribune’s new office! They’re excited to share their 2025 holiday advertising specials and show off the new space. • Open house: 4-6pm • Ribbon cutting: 4:30pm Attendees can take advantage of reduced ad
Bingo at VFW
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every Wednesday & Friday 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Doors open at 5:00 PM. Bar opens at 5:00 PM. Cheapest drinks in town! $3 sandwiches and $2 desserts are available from 5:30 PM through intermission, Buy bingo cards starting at 6:30 PM. Bingo starts at 7:00 ...
Third Sunday Breakfast at VFW
9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Proceeds going to Brookings Volunteer Service Bank. Pancakes, sausage and eggs for $8. Biscuits and gravy, sausage and eggs for $8. Pancakes AND Biscuits and gravy, sausage and eggs for $10. Kids under 2 are free. Kids 3-7 years old are $5.
Lean 101 Workshop - Watertown
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
This interactive session explores the fundamentals of Lean through a unique simulation process. Participants gain a better understanding of the value of Lean by acting out a company’s transition to Lean using a learn-and-do approach. Lean concepts ...
Bingo at VFW
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every Wednesday & Friday 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Doors open at 5:00 PM. Bar opens at 5:00 PM. Cheapest drinks in town! $3 sandwiches and $2 desserts are available from 5:30 PM through intermission, Buy bingo cards starting at 6:30 PM. Bingo starts at 7:00 ...
Gifting for Good
It’s back! Get your holiday shopping done early and shop local at these unique mission-driven museum gift shops from Thursday, Nov. 20, to Saturday, Nov. 22. Each gift shop with be a drop-off location for Jack’s Cupboard, too! Bring a food or personal ...
Ribbon Cutting: Interstate Telecommunications Cooperative
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Please join us for a ribbon cutting at the Volga Tribune’s new office! They’re excited to share their 2025 holiday advertising specials and show off the new space. • Open house: 4-6pm • Ribbon cutting: 4:30pm Attendees can take advantage of reduced ad
'Thrill Me'
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Contains mature language and themes. The musical love story of Leopold and Loeb, who committed one of the most infamous and heinous crimes of the 20th century, revealing the series of events in 1924 Chicago that led Leopold and Loeb to be forever ...
Bingo at VFW
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every Wednesday & Friday 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Doors open at 5:00 PM. Bar opens at 5:00 PM. Cheapest drinks in town! $3 sandwiches and $2 desserts are available from 5:30 PM through intermission, Buy bingo cards starting at 6:30 PM. Bingo starts at 7:00 ...
'Thrill Me'
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Contains mature language and themes. The musical love story of Leopold and Loeb, who committed one of the most infamous and heinous crimes of the 20th century, revealing the series of events in 1924 Chicago that led Leopold and Loeb to be forever ...
'Thrill Me'
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Contains mature language and themes. The musical love story of Leopold and Loeb, who committed one of the most infamous and heinous crimes of the 20th century, revealing the series of events in 1924 Chicago that led Leopold and Loeb to be forever ...
'Thrill Me'
7:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Contains mature language and themes. The musical love story of Leopold and Loeb, who committed one of the most infamous and heinous crimes of the 20th century, revealing the series of events in 1924 Chicago that led Leopold and Loeb to be forever ...
AI for Business: Getting Started
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Bingo at VFW
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every Wednesday & Friday 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Doors open at 5:00 PM. Bar opens at 5:00 PM. Cheapest drinks in town! $3 sandwiches and $2 desserts are available from 5:30 PM through intermission, Buy bingo cards starting at 6:30 PM. Bingo starts at 7:00 ...
Bingo at VFW
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every Wednesday & Friday 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Doors open at 5:00 PM. Bar opens at 5:00 PM. Cheapest drinks in town! $3 sandwiches and $2 desserts are available from 5:30 PM through intermission, Buy bingo cards starting at 6:30 PM. Bingo starts at 7:00 ...
2025 Agriculture Appreciation Banquet
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Join us for the 25th Annual Ag Appreciation Banquet, celebrating our local Ag Producers and their guests. Event Details: Date: December 2nd, 2025 Time: 5:30-8:30 PM Location: Dacotah Bank Center, 824 32nd Avenue, Brookings, SD
Bingo at VFW
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every Wednesday & Friday 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Doors open at 5:00 PM. Bar opens at 5:00 PM. Cheapest drinks in town! $3 sandwiches and $2 desserts are available from 5:30 PM through intermission, Buy bingo cards starting at 6:30 PM. Bingo starts at 7:00 ...
Bingo at VFW
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every Wednesday & Friday 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Doors open at 5:00 PM. Bar opens at 5:00 PM. Cheapest drinks in town! $3 sandwiches and $2 desserts are available from 5:30 PM through intermission, Buy bingo cards starting at 6:30 PM. Bingo starts at 7:00 ...
School of Performing Arts 'Christmas Celebration of Dance'
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Displaying the talents of SDSU dancers, alums and community members, we celebrate a Christmas story, the story of a birth that changed the world, in hopes that this performance may inspire you to pause and return to your own story. $16 for adults/$14 ...
2025 Volga Downtown in December
Celebrate the Holidays by shopping local in Volga! Hosted by Volga businesses and sponsored by the Volga Business Network of the Brookings Area Chamber of Commerce, the festivities are a sure way to spend your afternoon. Saturday, December ...
School of Performing Arts 'Christmas Celebration of Dance'
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Displaying the talents of SDSU dancers, alums and community members, we celebrate a Christmas story, the story of a birth that changed the world, in hopes that this performance may inspire you to pause and return to your own story. $16 for adults/$14 ...
School of Performing Arts 'Christmas Celebration of Dance'
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Displaying the talents of SDSU dancers, alums and community members, we celebrate a Christmas story, the story of a birth that changed the world, in hopes that this performance may inspire you to pause and return to your own story. $16 for adults/$14 ...
Bingo at VFW
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every Wednesday & Friday 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Doors open at 5:00 PM. Bar opens at 5:00 PM. Cheapest drinks in town! $3 sandwiches and $2 desserts are available from 5:30 PM through intermission, Buy bingo cards starting at 6:30 PM. Bingo starts at 7:00 ...
The Blitzen Holiday Party
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Get ready to toast the season at the Blitzen Holiday Party, hosted by the Connect Brookings committee! 🎉 Join us on Thursday, December 11th, for a festive evening of holiday cheer, complete with games, activities, and a photo booth to capture all the ...
Bingo at VFW
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every Wednesday & Friday 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Doors open at 5:00 PM. Bar opens at 5:00 PM. Cheapest drinks in town! $3 sandwiches and $2 desserts are available from 5:30 PM through intermission, Buy bingo cards starting at 6:30 PM. Bingo starts at 7:00 ...
Bingo at VFW
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every Wednesday & Friday 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Doors open at 5:00 PM. Bar opens at 5:00 PM. Cheapest drinks in town! $3 sandwiches and $2 desserts are available from 5:30 PM through intermission, Buy bingo cards starting at 6:30 PM. Bingo starts at 7:00 ...
Ribbon Cutting: Hitch Studio
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Please join us for a ribbon cutting at the Volga Tribune’s new office! They’re excited to share their 2025 holiday advertising specials and show off the new space. • Open house: 4-6pm • Ribbon cutting: 4:30pm Attendees can take advantage of reduced ad
Bingo at VFW
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every Wednesday & Friday 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Doors open at 5:00 PM. Bar opens at 5:00 PM. Cheapest drinks in town! $3 sandwiches and $2 desserts are available from 5:30 PM through intermission, Buy bingo cards starting at 6:30 PM. Bingo starts at 7:00 ...
Third Sunday Breakfast at VFW
9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Proceeds going to VFW Post & Auxiliary 2118. Pancakes, sausage and eggs for $8. Biscuits and gravy, sausage and eggs for $8. Pancakes AND Biscuits and gravy, sausage and eggs for $10. Kids under 2 are free. Kids 3-7 years old are $5.
Bingo at VFW
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every Wednesday & Friday 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Doors open at 5:00 PM. Bar opens at 5:00 PM. Cheapest drinks in town! $3 sandwiches and $2 desserts are available from 5:30 PM through intermission, Buy bingo cards starting at 6:30 PM. Bingo starts at 7:00 ...
Bingo at VFW
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every Wednesday & Friday 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Doors open at 5:00 PM. Bar opens at 5:00 PM. Cheapest drinks in town! $3 sandwiches and $2 desserts are available from 5:30 PM through intermission, Buy bingo cards starting at 6:30 PM. Bingo starts at 7:00 ...
Bingo at VFW
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every Wednesday & Friday 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Doors open at 5:00 PM. Bar opens at 5:00 PM. Cheapest drinks in town! $3 sandwiches and $2 desserts are available from 5:30 PM through intermission, Buy bingo cards starting at 6:30 PM. Bingo starts at 7:00 ...
Third Sunday Breakfast at VFW
9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Proceeds going to Brookings Habitat for Humanity. Pancakes, sausage and eggs for $8. Biscuits and gravy, sausage and eggs for $8. Pancakes AND Biscuits and gravy, sausage and eggs for $10. Kids under 2 are free. Kids 3-7 years old are $5.
2026 Brookings/SDSU Day at the Capitol
Join the Brookings Area Chamber of Commerce and South Dakota State University for the annual Brookings/SDSU Day at the Capitol. Day at the Capitol is designed to allow individuals the opportunity to see how our state government works, to ...
Third Sunday Breakfast at VFW
9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Proceeds going to Brookings Band Boosters. Pancakes, sausage and eggs for $8. Biscuits and gravy, sausage and eggs for $8. Pancakes AND Biscuits and gravy, sausage and eggs for $10. Kids under 2 are free. Kids 3-7 years old are $5.
School of Performing Arts 'Festival of New Plays'
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
May contain mature language and themes. Each night, there will be a different staged reading of a new play, followed by a discussion with the visiting professional playwright. Featured plays include: "This Is Crazy!" by Deb Hiett, "The Care and ...
School of Performing Arts 'Festival of New Plays'
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
May contain mature language and themes. Each night, there will be a different staged reading of a new play, followed by a discussion with the visiting professional playwright. Featured plays include: "This Is Crazy!" by Deb Hiett, "The Care and ...
School of Performing Arts 'Festival of New Plays'
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
May contain mature language and themes. Each night, there will be a different staged reading of a new play, followed by a discussion with the visiting professional playwright. Featured plays include: "This Is Crazy!" by Deb Hiett, "The Care and ...
School of Performing Arts 'Festival of New Plays'
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
May contain mature language and themes. Each night, there will be a different staged reading of a new play, followed by a discussion with the visiting professional playwright. Featured plays include: "This Is Crazy!" by Deb Hiett, "The Care and ...
Third Sunday Breakfast at VFW
9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Proceeds going to Midwest Maidens Roller Derby. Pancakes, sausage and eggs for $8. Biscuits and gravy, sausage and eggs for $8. Pancakes AND Biscuits and gravy, sausage and eggs for $10. Kids under 2 are free. Kids 3-7 years old are $5.
VFW Auxiliary's Young American Patriotic Art Contest
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Students submit an original two-dimensional piece of artwork. Entry must have been completed during the current school year. Student entries must be submitted to VFW Auxiliary Scholarships Chairman Vickie Rosse at George Dokken VFW Post No. 2118 by ...
VFW Auxiliary's 3-Dimensional Dimensional Patriotic Art Contest
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Students submit an original three-dimensional piece of artwork. Entry must have been completed during the current school year. Students begin by competing at the local VFW Auxiliary level. Student entries must be submitted to VFW Auxiliary Scholarships ...
School of Performing Arts 'Sweeney Todd'
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Contains mature language and themes. An unjustly exiled barber returns to 19th century London seeking vengeance against a lecherous judge. He lands at a failing pie shop, above which he opens a new barber shop. His thirst for blood inspires the ...
School of Performing Arts 'Sweeney Todd'
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Contains mature language and themes. An unjustly exiled barber returns to 19th century London seeking vengeance against a lecherous judge. He lands at a failing pie shop, above which he opens a new barber shop. His thirst for blood inspires the ...
School of Performing Arts 'Sweeney Todd'
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Contains mature language and themes. An unjustly exiled barber returns to 19th century London seeking vengeance against a lecherous judge. He lands at a failing pie shop, above which he opens a new barber shop. His thirst for blood inspires the ...
Third Sunday Breakfast at VFW
9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Proceeds going to Brookings Police Department Foundation. Pancakes, sausage and eggs for $8. Biscuits and gravy, sausage and eggs for $8. Pancakes AND Biscuits and gravy, sausage and eggs for $10. Kids under 2 are free. Kids 3-7 years old are $5.
School of Performing Arts 'Sweeney Todd'
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Contains mature language and themes. An unjustly exiled barber returns to 19th century London seeking vengeance against a lecherous judge. He lands at a failing pie shop, above which he opens a new barber shop. His thirst for blood inspires the ...
'Masked: Spring Dance Concert'
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Through the development of original choreography, students work with the dance ensemble director to imagine how the theme “Masked” inspires dance composition and provides opportunity for creativity. $16 for adults/$14 for seniors, children, military, ...
'Masked: Spring Dance Concert'
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Through the development of original choreography, students work with the dance ensemble director to imagine how the theme “Masked” inspires dance composition and provides opportunity for creativity. $16 for adults/$14 for seniors, children, military, ...
'Masked: Spring Dance Concert'
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Through the development of original choreography, students work with the dance ensemble director to imagine how the theme “Masked” inspires dance composition and provides opportunity for creativity. $16 for adults/$14 for seniors, children, military, ...