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from Aberdeen Magazine March/April 2020

from Aberdeen Magazine March/April 2020, page 32

IN THE SPOTLIGHT

JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH March 4-8 Aberdeen Community Theatre

 ACT’s Young People’s Theatre presents James and the Giant Peach. Performances are Wednesday-Saturday at 7:30 PM and Sunday at 2:30 PM. Tickets at aberdeencommunitytheatre.com.

GIVING IN STYLE FASHION SHOW March 7, 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM The Salvation Army

 Take a seat along the runway of a fashion show inspired by thrift store finds. Lunch included. Call The Salvation Army at 605-225-7410 for tickets.

AHBA’S ANNUAL HOME SHOW March 7, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Holum Expo Building, Fairgrounds Adults $2, Kids (Under 12) Free

 If you’re dreaming of a home construction or remodel project, don’t miss this chance to see a variety of vendors and show features under one roof.

BOW WOW BOOGIE March 7, 5:30 PM Ramkota

 The Aberdeen Area Humane Society brings you an evening featuring Carlyle Richards Piano, Mark Remily Karaoke, live artwork, games, a silent auction, and more. Tickets at anewleashonlife. net/bowwow.

“MUSEUM COMES ALIVE!” March 8, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Dacotah Prairie Museum Free Admission

 Explore the museum as costumed characters and interactive activities bring Brown County’s history to life.

CATAPULT March 9, 7:00 PM Aberdeen Civic Theater

 Catapult is a mesmerizing shadow-illusion dance company as seen on America’s Got Talent. Tickets at aberdeenareaartscouncil.com.

THE POWER OF CURIOSITY March 10, 7:00 - 8:00 PM K.O. Lee Aberdeen Public Library Free

 All ages are welcome to this presentation by

Emily Graslie, host of the popular YouTube show “The Brain Scoop” and chief curiosity correspondent at The

Field Museum in

Chicago. See page 22 for more information.

THE HANDMADE MARKET March 14, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Dakota Event Center Free Admission

 Shop a collection of vendors selling handcrafted items, repurposed furniture, farmers market goods, and home decor.

BOWLING BASH March 15, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM The Village Bowl $300 per lane

 Bowl with the Aberdeen Wings! Put together a team of five, and your sixth competitor will be a Wings hockey player. Proceeds benefit Aspire. Contact Janae at 605-229-0263, ext. 1007.

SPRING JAZZ CONCERT March 19, 7:30 PM Johnson Fine Arts Center, NSU

Join the Northern State University School of Fine Arts for a night of live jazz music. For tickets call 605-626-2900 or email nsuboxoffice@ northern.edu.

STATE ‘B’ BOYS BASKETBALL TOURNEY March 19-21 Barnett Center, NSU

 Cheer on the top ‘B’ boys basketball teams as they compete for the state title. For a roster and game schedule go to sdhsaa.com.

 Emily Graslie is the keynote speaker at the Women in Science Conference, March 10th. See page 22.

SPURS SPRING DANCE March 20, 7:00 PM Dakota Event Center

 Support SPURS Therapeutic Riding center while you kick up your boots to music by Dustin Evans and the Good Times Band. Tickets at the Hitch N Post or at the door.

 F arewell Angelina

FAREWELL ANGELINA March 22, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Aberdeen Civic Theatre

 Bring down the house with this all-female country music group. Tickets at aberdeenareaartscouncil.com.

WOMEN’S BUSINESS CONFERENCE March 26, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Dakota Event Center

 A professional development conference with keynote speaker Jennifer Pharr Davis, a hiker, author, National Geographic Adventurer of the Year, business owner, and mom. Find tickets on the event’s Facebook page.

EMPTY BOWLS MEAL March 28, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Yelduz Shriners

 Choose your bowl then fill up on a hearty meal of soup, bread, and dessert. Proceeds go to programs supporting hunger in the Aberdeen area.

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HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS April 1, 7:00 PM (pre-game 5:30 PM) Wachs Arena

 Basketball the Globetrotters’ way with tricks, theater, and a little comedy too. Reserve your tickets on the event’s Facebook page.

KNIGHT FOR A PRINCESS April 4, 4:00 PM Aberdeen Central High School $30/Couple or $45/Triple

 For girls ages 4-12 and their dads, grandpas, and uncles. Dress as fancy as you’d like and be treated to appetizers, princess activities, and dancing. Tickets at aberdeen. k12.sd.us/foundation.

YELDUZ SHRINE CIRCUS April 9-11 Aberdeen Civic Arena Adults $12-$15, Kids 12 & Under Free

 Be amazed by animals, BMX stunt riders, trapeze artists, and more at the Yelduz Shrine Circus of Thrills. Showtimes are April 9 & 10 at 4:00 PM and 8:00 PM and April 11 at 11:00 AM, 3:00 PM, and 7:00 PM.

WINEFEST RENAISSANCE April 18, 4:30 PM Boys & Girls Club of Aberdeen Area

 Sample wines from across the country, seasonal and craft beer and spirits, and delicious hors d'oeuvres and food pairings from area restaurants. Tickets at the Boys & Girls Club, call 605-225-8714, ext. 104.

HUB CITY HARLEYDAVIDSON OPEN HOUSE April 18, 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Hub City Harley-Davidson

 Welcome the warm weather with a spring open house and bike night. Stop by anytime for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and then stay for a live performance by Acquiring Signal starting at 7:00 PM. For more information check the event’s Facebook page.

HOPE GROWS IN THE NORTHEAST April 18, 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM Dakota Event Center

 ACT Improve Troupe Entertainment headlines this dinner and silent auction fundraiser for Lutheran Social Services. Tickets at lsssd.org.

SCREENING OF THE WIZARD OF OZ April 25, 7:30 PM & April 26, 3:00 PM Johnson Fine Arts Center, NSU Adults $18, Students Free

 Watch the 1939 original movie as you listen to the live soundtrack performed by the Aberdeen UniversityCivic Symphony. Contact nsuboxoffice@northern.edu or call 605-626-2900.