• πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈVOTE. The Midterm election is on Tuesday, Nov. 3, and polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Not sure who to vote for? You can learn more about state legislative candidates, county commission candidates, county auditor candidates and ballot measures via SF Simplified. (And watch your inbox for an "Election Day Survival Guide" on Monday).
  • Go goth. The Hello Hi is making its annual spooky transformation to the "Hell Hi" Thursday night for Goth Night, and to quote their Facebook event listing: "Break out the black lipstick, fishnets and leather to meet up with other dark souls for an evening of misery and delight." More details here.
  • Go Gotham. Watch for the bat signal, Myrtle's Speakeasy is going Gotham Saturday night. The back dining room will be transformed into a dance floor with DJ Soleil, Batman will be on the TV in the speakeasy downstairs, and best costume wins a $100 bar tab. Details here.
  • Check out "Boo Boulevard." The Inn on Westport is hosting a trick or treat event from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday as a safe, weather-proof way for kids and families to enjoy Halloween. Learn more here.
  • Check out a whole bunch more Halloween fun in our round-up here:
Where to find Halloween fun in Sioux Falls – whatever your vibe
There's always soooo many things going on this time of year. Here's our best attempt at simplifying it for you.