Community Calendar

Lutefisk, Meatball, Lefse supper

Sunday, November 8th 2026 - 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm at Trinity Lutheran Church
902 S Main Street
Chamberlain, SD 57325

First Lutheran Church Meatball Supper

Tuesday, November 10th 2026 - 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm at First Lutheran Church
401 7th Ave SW
Pipestone, Minnesota 56164

The Center’s Monthly Evening All-You-Can-Eat Pancakes & French Toast

Wednesday, November 11th 2026 - 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm at The Center
900 Whiting Dr
Yankton, SD

Everyone is welcome to join us at The Center for our monthly All-You-Can-Eat Pancakes & French Toast evening meal 4-6 pm the second Wednesday of each month. Bring the whole family for a suggested donation of only $7. Includes a serving of eggs, bacon/sausage, toast and drink. Check out thecenteryankton.net or call 665-1055 for more information.

NMM Live! Special: Juan Guillermo Mireles Morales & Dr. Yu-Han Kuan

Thursday, November 12th 2026 - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm at National Music Museum
414 E. Clark St
Vermillion, SD

Join us at the National Music Museum for a special evening of music featuring cellist Juan Guillermo Mireles Morales and pianist Dr. Yu-Han Kuan, performing works by Ludwig van Beethoven and Robert Schumann.

The concert will feature instruments from the NMM’s Cancelosi collection of playable instruments, including a cello by the Gagliano brothers and bow by Joseph Alfred Lamy. Kuan will be performing on the NMM’s Mason & Hamlin grand piano (NMM15722).

Morales is currently a graduate student at the National Music Museum, pursuing a Master of Music degree with a specialization in the History of Musical Instruments at the University of South Dakota. His research explores the playability and acoustical properties of bowed string instruments, bringing together his interests in music, acoustics, and science.

An accomplished chamber and orchestral musician, Mireles Morales has performed throughout the United States and Europe and formerly played with the National Symphony Orchestra of Mexico.

Free Admission

This performance will be livestreamed at https://www.nmmusd.org/nmm-live-video

The Center’s Monthly Burger Night

Wednesday, November 18th 2026 - 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm at The Center
900 Whiting Dr
Yankton, SD

Enjoy Burger Night at The Center 4-6 pm the third Wednesday of each month. Try a different burger each month for a suggested donation of only $7. Check out thecenteryankton.net or RSVP to 665-1055.

The Center’s Monthly Support Group

Tuesday, November 24th 2026 - 9:00 am - 10:30 am at The Center
900 Whiting Dr
Yankton, SD

The Center’s Monthly Support Group meets every second and fourth Tuesday of the month 9-10:30 am. This group is for caregivers of an ill loved one, those dealing with someone with dementia and for anyone who has lost a loved one. Call 665-4685 or visit our website for information.

The Center’s Monthly Evening All-You-Can-Eat Tacos

Wednesday, December 2nd 2026 - 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm at The Center
900 Whiting Dr
Yankton, SD

Bring your family and friends to The Center for our monthly All-You-Can-Eat Tacos evening meal 4-6 pm the first Wednesday of each month. Good home cooking for a suggested donation of only $7. Check out thecenteryankton.net or call 665-1055 to RSVP.

NMM Live! Holiday Concert: Solid Brass Quartet

Friday, December 4th 2026 - 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm at National Music Museum
University of South Dakota, 414 E. Clark Street
Vermillion, South Dakota 57069

Celebrate the sounds of the season at the National Music Museum’s annual NMM Live! holiday concert! This year’s performance features the Solid Brass Quartet, bringing beloved holiday classics to life with the rich, festive sounds of brass.

Led by professional trombonist and musical director Chris Acker, the ensemble brings together four of the area’s finest professional brass musicians. Acker’s distinguished career spans Broadway productions, symphony performances, jazz ensembles, and appearances with legendary artists including the Eagles, The Four Tops, The Temptations, Frankie Valli, The Supremes, and Johnny Mathis.

Join us for this annual holiday tradition and enjoy an afternoon of familiar seasonal favorites performed by accomplished musicians.

Included with museum admission

This performance will be livestreamed at https://www.nmmusd.org/nmm-live-video

Bingo at The Center

Friday, December 4th 2026 - 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm at The Center
900 Whiting Dr
Yankton, SD

Join us for a fun night of Bingo and a chance to win some money at The Center every Tuesday and Friday 7-9 pm. Doors open at 6 pm. Please visit thecenteryankton.net or call 665-4685 for details or to volunteer. Bingo is cancelled for holidays, special events and inclement weather.

Blue Violin’s Retro Rock & Roll Christmas

Friday, December 4th 2026 - 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm at Washington Pavilion
301 S Main
Sioux Falls, SD 57104

After sold-out performances from the Sydney Opera House to Prague, Carnegie Hall to Iceland, America’s Christmas Soundtrack Returns with internationally touring violin sensation Blue Violin’s 4th Annual Retro Rock & Roll Christmas Tour — an electrifying holiday spectacular blending the energy of an 80s arena rock show with the magic of Christmas.

Featuring a live rock band, soaring choir, breathtaking cathedral projection mapping, and unforgettable violin performances, this cinematic production reimagines Christmas classics alongside the music of legendary artists like Michael Jackson, Bon Jovi, Van Halen, Bruce Springsteen, Kate Bush, Wham!, Tears for Fears, and Christmas favorites.