The week ahead: March 6-12

The Week Ahead is our hand-picked event guide to the next seven days in Sioux Falls and slightly beyond. For guaranteed placement or to promote your event ahead of time, email [email protected] about a featured event listing.

March 6: Carnival!

Dan Peterson and Jim McKinney, two members of the Latin Quarter, will continue the celebration of Carnival by bringing samba and bossa nova music to Roots of Brasil, 201 N. Weber Ave. The musicians will play from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday. The restaurant also will offer 30 percent off wine and risottos.

March 7: Build-your-own bath

Sweetgrass Soapery is offering something new. From 2 to 6 p.m. Friday, the shop is offering a build-your-own-bath bar, where you can make a tea, milk or salt bath kit. Personalized kraft bags will hold enough product for at least two bath experiences at home. Also included in the event: refreshments, prizes and gifts. This is a pilot for more offerings later in the year. Sweetgrass Soapery is at 319 N. Main Ave.

March 7: Artist reception

For a visual tour of South Dakota, come to Rehfelds Modern Fine Art & Framing through March of a display of works by artist Karen Kinder. It’s called “South Dakota East to West,” and it shines a light on the state’s hidden beauty. An artist’s reception will be 5:30 to 8 p.m. Friday at Rehfelds, 431 N. Phillips Ave.

March 8-9: Toy show

More than 400 tables will be set up this weekend at the 44th annual Sioux Falls Toy Show at the Ramkota Exhibit Hall, 3200 W. Maple St. Hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday. General admission is $8, with children 12 and younger admitted free. You’ll find everything from dolls and die-cast tractors to games, antiques, collectibles and literature.

March 8: Bingo and trivia — with plants

The Cliff Avenue Greenhouse and Garden Center at 2101 E. 26th St. will host plant bingo and trivia from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday. You’ll be able to show off your plant knowledge and enjoy free snacks along with two drink tickets. Cost is $20. Pre-register by calling 605-332-6641.

March 8: Double celebration

You can celebrate twice on Saturday at the Corner Pub and Casino, 2408 E. Sixth St. First, the Neo Johnsons Band is back. The classic rock band from Sioux Falls has been showing crowds a good time for 35 years. Plus, it’s the Corner Pub’s 31st anniversary. The band will play from 8 to 11 p.m.

Coming up: Reptiles on display

Something new is coming to Sioux Falls. The first Sioux Falls Reptile Expo will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 6 at the Sioux Falls Convention Center. It will include the chance to meet geckos, other reptiles and reptile lovers from the region; see educational displays; participate in activities; and shop at a variety of vendors. Tickets will cost $12 at the door; children 3 and younger will get in for free.