In December of 2015, the children’s book, “Shakespeare and the Crown Jewel, A story of The Matthews Opera House,” was published. 

The book, authored by Joanna Jones, and illustrated by Laurie-Williams Hayes, both Spearfish residents, will be presented to our Bellman Brown Bag patrons this month. Joanna and Laurie will describe the process of creating the charming book. Books will be on hand for signing and sale.  

LEARN MORE about the book.

What is the Bellman?

The Bellman Brown Bag series is a humanities program designed to explore ideas, history, literature, art and culture.  Programs are presented on the second Wednesday of each month, noon to 1:00 p.m.  Designed to begin and end within each lunch hour, patrons are invited to bring their lunch, if desired, or simply enjoy an hour of learning and entertainment.