Community Calendar

Join Hospice of the Red River Valley for Heartstrings: A Remembrance Service, a special hands-on grief workshop and remembrance ceremony. During this class, you will have the opportunity to create personalized memory keychains using individually chosen beads, to honor your loved ones. The class will be followed by a remembrance service to celebrate those we’ve lost. This event is free and open to the public, but preregistration is required as space is limited.

Join Hospice of the Red River Valley for Heartstrings: A Remembrance Service, a special hands-on grief workshop and remembrance ceremony. During this class, you will have the opportunity to create personalized memory keychains using individually chosen beads, to honor your loved ones. The class will be followed by a remembrance service to celebrate those we’ve lost. This event is free and open to the public, but preregistration is required as space is limited.

The Timeless Traditions Workshop is a hands-on, one hour program held once a month, designed for children and beginner adults eager to explore the practical skills of the 19th-century frontier. Each session introduces a new skill, such as embroidery, quilting, butter-making, leatherworking, drop spindling, 3 Sisters gardening, soapstone carving/whittling (child safe version), dried herb caches, basket weaving, flint knapping, Tipi set up, ink making, paper making/journaling, rag rugs, tin lanterns, Mandan pottery, etc. Participants will learn the history behind the craft, observe a demonstration, and complete a small project using provided supplies.

Spring is in full bloom, and we’re celebrating Gardening Month with a hands-on Preschool Discovery Hour! This month, we’re partnering with Menoken Farm to dig into the wonders of gardening with fun, interactive activities designed just for little learners.

Bring your preschoolers to explore:
- Eggshell Gardens
- Dissecting Real Flowers
- Seed Bombs
- "Planting" Letter Match Game
- Measuring Plants with a Bean Ruler
- Movement Brain Break

Date & Time: April 9 & 12 from 9:00 to 9:45 AM
Location: North Dakota's Gateway to Science
Best for ages 3-5 | Free Program

Who can attend?
Our littlest learners and their favorite adults can attend Preschool Discovery Hour. Older siblings are welcome to explore and participate as helpers!

After the Program
Once the PDH program concludes, families are encouraged to explore the interactive exhibits gallery. Gateway to Science members can visit the gallery at no charge, while non-members will pay regular admission fees.
Join us as we dig into discovery and nurture a love for gardening!

Spring is in full bloom, and we’re celebrating Gardening Month with a hands-on Preschool Discovery Hour! This month, we’re partnering with Menoken Farm to dig into the wonders of gardening with fun, interactive activities designed just for little learners.

Bring your preschoolers to explore:
- Eggshell Gardens
- Dissecting Real Flowers
- Seed Bombs
- "Planting" Letter Match Game
- Measuring Plants with a Bean Ruler
- Movement Brain Break

Date & Time: April 9 & 12 from 9:00 to 9:45 AM
Location: North Dakota's Gateway to Science
Best for ages 3-5 | Free Program

Who can attend?
Our littlest learners and their favorite adults can attend Preschool Discovery Hour. Older siblings are welcome to explore and participate as helpers!

After the Program
Once the PDH program concludes, families are encouraged to explore the interactive exhibits gallery. Gateway to Science members can visit the gallery at no charge, while non-members will pay regular admission fees.
Join us as we dig into discovery and nurture a love for gardening!

Uncover the Science Behind Every Sip!

Ever wondered why some cocktails are shaken while others are stirred? Or why certain drinks belong in specific glasses? Join us and Oscar's for an immersive dive into the art and science of mixology!

Explore the chemistry of cocktails as we answer fascinating questions:
- Why do we use different types of ice, and what makes ice crystal clear?
- How do you craft the perfect cocktail syrup and infuse spirits with unique flavors?

Then, watch as we push the boundaries of mixology with exciting demonstrations using dry ice, liquid nitrogen, smoke, and bubbles! We’ll even show you the precision behind cutting ice.

Best of all, we’ll craft five unique cocktails right before your eyes—and you get to taste them! Plus, the bar stays open afterward, so you can keep the experience going.

This is a 21+ event. Pre-registration is required. Tickets are $25.

Cheers to science!

Registration is now open for the 29th annual Black Hills Dance Festival.

The premiere dance festival in the region, we welcome people of all abilities and backgrounds to The Monument in Rapid City Apr. 24-26, 2025. From West Coast Swing, Country Swing, Line Dancing, Salsa, Rumba, Foxtrot, and more, dancers of all levels are invited to learn and hone their skills from a cadre of talented professionals brought in exclusively for this event. We’ve got more than two full days of workshops, three nights of social dancing and more. Check out the full schedule here.

Learn from professional instructors and dance champions from across the country, including Jack Armstrong, Michael Kiehm, Haley Manning, Adia Nuño, and Tim Perez. They are also available for private lessons.

We’ve got two hotels blocked with discounted rates, each within a short walking distance of The Monument events center.

It’s an all-encompassing weekend filled with dance workshops from a variety of genres, including Swing, Country, Ballroom, Latin, Line Dancing, and more. Students learn from our professional instructors during the workshops and/or one-on-one private lessons, then practice their skills each night during hours of social dancing. Dancers of all levels and abilities are welcome to help capture the excitement of the weekend. Learn more here. Follow us on Facebook to get the latest updates and exciting announcements.

Registration is now open for the 29th annual Black Hills Dance Festival.

The premiere dance festival in the region, we welcome people of all abilities and backgrounds to The Monument in Rapid City Apr. 24-26, 2025. From West Coast Swing, Country Swing, Line Dancing, Salsa, Rumba, Foxtrot, and more, dancers of all levels are invited to learn and hone their skills from a cadre of talented professionals brought in exclusively for this event. We’ve got more than two full days of workshops, three nights of social dancing and more. Check out the full schedule here.

Learn from professional instructors and dance champions from across the country, including Jack Armstrong, Michael Kiehm, Haley Manning, Adia Nuño, and Tim Perez. They are also available for private lessons.

We’ve got two hotels blocked with discounted rates, each within a short walking distance of The Monument events center.

It’s an all-encompassing weekend filled with dance workshops from a variety of genres, including Swing, Country, Ballroom, Latin, Line Dancing, and more. Students learn from our professional instructors during the workshops and/or one-on-one private lessons, then practice their skills each night during hours of social dancing. Dancers of all levels and abilities are welcome to help capture the excitement of the weekend. Learn more here. Follow us on Facebook to get the latest updates and exciting announcements.

Wild Connections: Earth Day at the Missouri-Yellowstone Confluence
Join us on April 26th for a full day of hands-on activities celebrating the natural wonders of the Confluence region!
Owl Pellet Workshops at 10 AM and 2:30 PM CT – Dissect owl pellets to learn about local wildlife and the food chain by identifying bones, fur, and other remains inside the pellets.
Cyanotype Leaf Print Workshops at 11 AM and 3 PM – Create stunning blue-and-white leaf prints using the cyanotype process. Place leaves on photosensitive paper, expose to sunlight, and watch as UV light creates intricate prints.
Roosevelt Park Zoo-to-You Program from 1 PM to 2 PM CT – Meet live animals native to the Confluence region and learn about their behaviors, habitats, and conservation needs from expert zoo staff.
A fun, educational day for all ages to connect with nature and explore the local ecosystem! Don’t miss out—join us for this exciting Earth Day celebration!

The Confluence Learning Lab is a FREE monthly, one-hour program designed for children ages 8+ to explore the rich history and natural wonders of the Missouri-Yellowstone Confluence Interpretive Center and Fort Buford. Each session focuses on a unique topic, such as Ice Age animals, glaciers, STEAM topics, regional history, life in the barracks, Lewis and Clark, indigenous history, and more. Participants will enjoy an engaging lecture about the topic, followed by a related craft, interactive game, or hands-on science experiment. This program integrates North Dakota school standards, ensuring an educational experience that blends history, nature, science, and creativity in every session.