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SUMMARY:2026 Ohunkankan Storytelling Series
DESCRIPTION:The Lakota Advocacy Center is excited to announce the 2026 Ohunkankan Storytelling Series\, running February 17 – April 21\, 2026. \nThis year’s series is a 10-week gathering held every Tuesday from 6:00–7:30 pm\, featuring four invited speakers who will share their unique approaches\, experiences\, and teachings. Together\, these sessions uplift Lakota knowledge around traditional foods\, medicines\, land stewardship\, and plant sovereignty. Planning and facilitation will be led by LAC Director DeCora Hawk. \nOur previous series drew over 2000 attendees\, highlighting the passion of our community to learn about traditional plants and medicines and to reclaim our responsibility as stewards of our homelands.\n \nWe look forward to gathering with you to share knowledge\, stories\, and teachings that nourish our people and our land.
URL:https://artssouthdakota.org/event/2026-ohunkankan-storytelling-series/2026-04-07/
LOCATION:Thunder Valley\, 290 Empowerment Dr\,\, Porcupine\, SD\, 57772\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bellman Presentation
DESCRIPTION:About the Bellman Brown Bag Series…\nThe Bellman Brown Bag series is a humanities program designed to explore ideas\, history\, literature\, art\, and culture. The Brown Bag program was developed by Dr. Stewart Bellman in the 1990s. Recognizing the Matthews Opera House as an ideal venue for the exploration of humanities topics\, he engaged a line-up of speakers to present programs on a range of humanities topics each month.Dr. Bellman was a professor of English at Black Hills State University\, Spearfish\, SD. His teaching career spanned thirty years. Bellman retired from BHSU and passed away in November 2002.Programs are presented on the second Wednesday of each month\, noon to 1pm. Designed to begin and end within the lunch hour\, patrons are invited to bring their lunch\, if desired\, or simply enjoy an hour of learning and entertainment. This is an opportunity to gain insight into themes that touch our daily lives.\n2026 Bellmans…\nJanuary 14: National Blood Donor Month – Speaker will be Jennifer Ash \nFebruary 11: National Organ Donor Day (Feb. 14) – Speaker will be staff from Fidler-Isburg Funeral Home \nBONUS – February 16: America 250 – South Dakota’s Story – Speaker will be Karen Holzer\nMarch 11: National Invest in Vets Week (Mar.1-7) – Speaker is Kevin Bowen \nApril 8: Library Workers and National Library Day –  Speaker is Amber Wilde \nMay 13: Mother’s Day: Having a Baby in the 1920’s – Speaker is Mary Chantry Nelson \nSeptember 9: The Pandemic of 1918-1919 in Lead\, SD – Speaker is Terry Smith \nOctober 14: Ghost Stories by the Black Hills Story Tellers \nNovember 11: Presentation on the Spearfish Museum – Speaker is Rosalie Aslesen and Johanna Meier Della Vecchia \nDecember 9: Piano Duets – Spearfish Piano Duets Club
URL:https://artssouthdakota.org/event/bellman-presentation-6/
LOCATION:The Matthews Opera House – Theatre\, 612 Main St\, Spearfish\, SD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Readings,West Region
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SUMMARY:Japanese Culture Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Run by the BHSU Japan Outreach Initiative (JOI)\, this free workshop is limited to the first 12 attendees. All materials included. All workshops begin at 3 pm on the second Thursday of each month and are completely free of charge.\nAbout the Japan Outreach Initiative (JOI)\nThe Japan Outreach Initiative (JOI) is a joint program of the Japan Foundation and Laurasian Institution\, designed to bring native Japanese cultural coordinators to regions of the U.S. where Japanese cultural experiences are limited. BHSU’s participation brings these rich cultural opportunities right into our community.\nFor more information\, contact Yukari Tadano\nEmail: Yukari.Tadano@bhsu.edu\n2026 Workshops\nJan 8 – Kintsugi\nFeb 12 – Tea Ceremony\nMarch 12 – Origami\nApril 9 – Calligraphy\nMay 14 – Manga\nJune 11 – Japanese Animation Film (3-5pm)
URL:https://artssouthdakota.org/event/japanese-culture-workshop-3/
LOCATION:The Matthews Art Gallery\, 612 Main St\, Spearfish\, SD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Visual Arts,West Region
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SUMMARY:Chorus rehearsal
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LOCATION:Performing Arts Center of Rapid City\, 601 Columbus St\, Rapid City\, SD\, United States
CATEGORIES:West Region
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SUMMARY:The Dead & Down and My Second Rodeo
DESCRIPTION:Cascadel (formerly The Dead & Down)| April 10\, 7PM | The Matthews Opera House. Alt-country meets prog-rock in a sound that refuses to fit in one bin.\nCascadel is an indie roots-rock band that refuses to stay in one lane. Fronted by Taylor Burlage’s introspective songwriting and dusty vocals\, they blend alt-country\, atmospheric indie rock\, psychedelia\, and unexpected prog-rock detours into something that feels entirely their own. Their Montana roots run deep\, and so does their ambition—they’ve opened for Fruition\, Futurebirds\, and Blind Pilot\, and their 2024 release No Broken Bones proves they’re a band willing to take real chances. As one critic put it: “Alt-country\, but on the moon—and still so down to earth.”\nYou’re in for a night of music that stays interesting. April 10\, 2026 at The Matthews Opera House & Arts Center. Doors TBD\, show time 7:00 PM. Tickets are $20. My Second Rodeo opens the show. Come early\, stay late\, and bring friends who appreciate the kind of songwriting that makes you think and move at the same time.\nThis is the kind of music and artistry we’re proud to bring to downtown Spearfish. When bands like Cascadel choose to play here\, it’s a reminder that the Black Hills are on the creative map.\nGrab your tickets now. At $20 and with a night this good\, seats won’t wait around.
URL:https://artssouthdakota.org/event/the-dead-down-and-my-second-rodeo/
LOCATION:The Matthews Opera House – Theatre\, 612 Main St\, Spearfish\, SD\, United States
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SUMMARY:Guided Imagery & Creative Expression
DESCRIPTION:This offering begins with a gentle warm-up\, followed by a guided imagery journey that invites participants to connect with their inner landscape through embodied awareness\, visualization\, imagination\, and intuition. Following the journey\, participants are invited into creative expression – writing\, drawing\, painting\, etc. – to integrate and give form to what emerged. Time & space will be offered for optional sharing of your experience and/or creation. Art supplies will be provided. No artistic experience is needed. Participants leave feeling grounded\, resourced\, & connected\, along with a tangible artistic creation and a self-care tool they can carry with them wherever they go.\n——————————————————————–\nSarah Sue Burich serves as a naturopath\, wellness guide & coach\, healing facilitator\, educator\, and earth steward. With 15+ years of experience\, she supports people who long to be more informed and empowered in their healing journey. She often serves those who feel overwhelmed\, unseen\, burned out\, chronically unwell\, alone\, disconnected\, “stuck\,” moving through significant life transitions\, and longing for more answers about their health & well-being than conventional medicine can offer. Her approach bridges modern science with ancestral & earth wisdom\, intuition\, creativity\, & magic. She guides others on the most important journey of all ~ back home to themselves.\nSarah Sue integrates many “tools” into her practice\, including nutrition\, herbal medicine\, energy medicine (chakras\, qigong\, homeopathy)\, somatic\, embodiment & dance therapy\, mind-body exploration\, guided imagery\, family constellation therapy\, soul & spirit medicines\, empowerment & more to address healing across physical\, emotional\, spiritual\, and ancestral layers. Her intent is to create a safe & sacred space\, to allow others to tell their stories\, to be seen\, witnessed\, validated\, and honored. She meets each person with humility\, warmth\, and deep respect for their own lived experience\, wisdom\, gifts\, and inner knowing. She serves as an ally on the journey back home to wholeness through individual sessions\, group experiences\, and workshops that honor the whole person – body\, mind\, & spirit.\n——————————————————————–\nScheduled dates:\n– March 21st\, 10-11:30am\n– April 11th\, 10-11:30am\n– May 16th\, 10-11:30am\n——————————————————————–\nTickets: $15 per person.
URL:https://artssouthdakota.org/event/guided-imagery-creative-expression-2/
LOCATION:The Matthews Opera House – Theatre\, 612 Main St\, Spearfish\, SD\, United States
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SUMMARY:Self Care Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Second Sunday at the MatthewsWe are pleased to bring a beautiful Self-Care Series of intentional and meaningful collaboration to support the community. The Matthews Opera House\, CAT Scratch Studios and Creative Explorations Nonprofit invite you to join us for restful sound meditations throughout the school year and into June. Mark your calendars now. You will experience the offerings of four different practitioners throughout the series. Each of the meditations in this Self–Care Series include crystal singing bowls as well as other gentle and soothing sound therapy.\nOnce a month\, plan your second Sunday at the Matthews Opera House to escape the day to day hustle. Rest and enjoy the experience of the subtle energies of vibrational healing. Sessions may include light yogic warmups that are gentle and appropriate for all ages and abilities. Bring your yoga mat\, water bottle\, a fuzzy blanket and any other props to support you as you settle into your most blissful state. Seating is also an option. These times are curated for you to deeply relax and balance your mind/body for the upcoming week. Join us. \nTickets are $15 per person and class is limited to 30 participants\n——————————————\nSession Practicioners\nJanuary 11 – Kiah Crowley\nFebruary 8 – Cary Thrall\nMarch 8 – Polly Garrett\nApril 12 – Kiah Crowley\nMay 10 (Mother’s Day) – Cary Thrall\nJune 14 – Polly Garrett\nKiah Crowley:\nKiah Crowley\, a beekeeper and owner of Sunrise Hives in Spearfish\, knows what gold is and what good vibrations can do. Her honey is liquid light\, and her sound therapy sessions connect you to the beyond.Kiah is a multi-talented creative soul. She is a classically trained violinist\, teaches children about the secrets of bees and other pollinators. She shares art lessons and her yoga and sound therapy classes in a variety of settings. You can find her during special events throughout the Black Hills\, including Farmer’s Markets\, Yoga Festivals and more.\n———————————\nPolly Garrett:\nMy sound healing journey began over five years ago with a transformative experience at a sound bath. From that moment\, I knew sound healing would play a vital role in my life. I developed a deep interest in the therapeutic effects of sound therapy\, exploring the use of crystal and Tibetan singing bowls\, gongs\, and various healing instruments.\nThis fascination led me to become a certified Sound Healing Practitioner through multiple esteemed programs\, including the International Sound Healing Academy. Sharing the gift of sound and vibration has been profoundly rewarding\, as I witness the positive impact it has on others.\nI firmly believe that the harmonious integration of yoga\, meditation\, and sound therapy can create profound peace and balance in the lives of my participants. Join me in this journey toward healing and well-being through sound\n.———————————\nCary A. Thrall Bio\nCary A. Thrall is a professional artist and educator. Inspired by the science of sound’s influence on brain activity\, she furthered her yogic journey in 2012 with her Kundalini yoga and sound healing training. Her sound sessions are focused on mantra and crystal singing bowls.\nShe is a community connector\, blending yogic practices with creativity and collaboration. She curates lessons\, events and experiences for people to learn and grow. Utilizing her skill sets to promote change work\, support personal exploration\, mental and emotional well-being. Her teachings radiate from the heart space\, encouraging others to live with authenticity and grace.\nCary teaches in diverse settings including festivals\, schools\, libraries and for sports teams. She welcomes all ages and abilities as she develops sessions that foster inner alignment and community connection through the healing power of exploration in yoga\, art\, sound and more.\nCary is a Black Hills woman\, appreciating outdoor adventures with her husband and their sweet furry friends.\nE-RYT® 200 and YACEP® certified instructor through Yoga Alliance\nExplore more of Cary’s work\ncatscratchstudios.org\ncreative-explorations.org
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LOCATION:The Matthews Opera House – Theatre\, 612 Main St\, Spearfish\, SD\, United States
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