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Maroney Commons
One of the most innovative new buildings in North America, Maroney Commons was conceived and built with 21st Century design and construction techniques as a place for leaders from small towns to design and build 21st Century rural communities. As such, it’s the new home of a rich, vital movement among people from all corners ...
Forecast Restaurant
A full-service restaurant, Forecast Restaurant offers innovative twists on familiar American cuisine. Forecast follows suit with Maroney Commons by combining the old and the new in some delightful ways that are sure to please every palate.
Windward Inn
Warm accommodations meet state-of-the-art amenities and meeting space in the Windward Inn, which offers 24 brand new, well-appointed rooms and communal space. Guests have a choice of king or queen beds, with an ADA accessible option. All rooms include free wifi Internet access and use of the fitness center. Eight of the rooms overlook a ...
Grand Opening LIVE!
Thank you for joining us for the Maroney Commons Grand Opening. If you were unable to be there on the day, you can view the video from the event below. (We were experiencing audio difficulties at the beginning of this video, so don’t be alarmed if the sound is a little unpredictable at first. It ...
Rural Learning Center
The Rural Learning Center is on an extraordinary journey of learning and change in rural communities. We’ve built our organization around real progress, real people and real life. Here’s our story. Our journey began in Howard, a small prairie town in eastern South Dakota. In 1996, a group of Howard High School students took on ...
ReImagine Rural Blog
Join us as we build a deep conversation about the future of rural. www.reimaginerural.com
Join Us on Facebook!
Did you know you can find Maroney Commons on Facebook? “Like” us to see our lunch & dinner specials, see photos of past events in our facility as well as some of our delectable dishes, and stay up-to-date on upcoming events so you don’t miss out. Also, you’ll be able to take advantage of special deals made only for our Facebook followers. ...
Sweetheart Dinner
Maroney Commons in Howard, SD is excited to announce that Elisabeth Hunstad will perform at the Sweetheart Dinner on Saturday, February 11th. Elisabeth performed at Jazz Fest in Sioux Falls in 2010 and 2011, receiving the honor of a Main Stage performance this past year. Her musical style ranges from jazz to pop to gospel ...
Maroney Commons Receives Award
December 1, 2011 was a day of national recognition for Howard, SD – in particular, for Maroney Commons, the restaurant, bar, hotel and conference center located on Howard’s Main Street. On this day, Maroney Commons received the 2011 Rural Smart Growth Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This is one of the five ...
A Merry-oke Christmas at Maroney’s Bar
Maroney’s Bar invites you to “have yourself a Merry-oke Christmas” on Friday, December 23rd from 9:00 pm until Midnight. The bar will be hopping with Christmas karaoke tunes! Bring your friends!
Maroney Commons presents Reza
Maroney Commons is proud to announce that REZA, world famous Illusionist, will perform in Howard on Saturday, December 17th at 8:00 pm. Tickets are on sale now for $15 in advance or $20 at the door. Call 772-4700 or stop by the Windward Inn reception desk to reserve yours today. Only 300 tickets for the ...