- Join the conversation.* The Sioux Falls Sustainability Coalition, a partnership of 12 nonprofit environmental organizations, is hosting the second annual “Community Conversation on Climate and Sustainability” on October 19. This free event is open to the public and will give people space to talk about and learn how to make a difference on climate issues. Learn more and RSVP here.
- Dress up your pets. Roxi & Co. is hosting a family friendly Halloween event for kids and pets alike on Saturday afternoon. Furry friends can make nose print pumpkins, show off in a costume parade and go bobbing for hot dogs. Human children can also snag some candy and meet new four-legged friends. More details here.
- Cheer on the Jacks. It's South Dakota State University's 112th annual Hobo Day homecoming celebration on Saturday. Head up to Brookings for a parade and the game against Youngstown State University. Find a full list of events here.
- Cheer on the Yotes. The University of South Dakota is also celebrating its homecoming this week with the Dakota Days Parade, tailgate and a game against Northern Iowa. It's not often D-Days and Hobo Days happen at the same time, but this year you really do have to show your true colors and pick a side. Find a full list of D-Days events here.
- Cheer on awesome women. It's the Embes this week. Starting at 5 p.m. Thursday at the Washington Pavilion, this Tribute to Women award show will recognize women across the community, across industries and of all ages. Get your tickets here.
- Get a good spook (and a laugh). Good Night Theatre Collective will stage an original production this weekend called "Night of the Living Dead: A Live Radio Play." The show is adapted from the '60s cult classic horror film with a comedic twist. Get your tickets here for Thursday-Saturday.
- Trick or Treat. Lake Lorraine is hosting a Halloween celebration with trick-or-treating at several participating businesses, characters, photo opportunities and more. It's free and open to the public from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. More details here.
*Denotes a paid event listing.