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SUMMARY:Summer Art Series
DESCRIPTION:The recently renamed Summer Art Series will be unveiled on June 3 with an opening reception from 5-7 pm. This showcase features the talents of Black Hills artists with paintings\, digital artwork\, pottery\, and glasswork on display and for sale.  \nHors d’oeuvres and a cash bar will be available. \nThe opening reception will also introduce a new feature at the gallery–a weekly silent art auction. Each week a work of art will be unveiled for auction at the Matthews. The public is invited to view the item in the gallery and offer a bid. At the end of the week\, the winner will be contacted. New works will be revealed for auction the following week. This ongoing fundraising event will aid the Matthews in their efforts to provide continued free programing to Spearfish and surrounding communities. \nThe Summer Art Series will be open to the public through Labor Day. The series is structured to support the local artistic community with every piece in the gallery ready to sell and take home the same day.
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SUMMARY:"The Chair is Not Me" Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:“The Chair is Not Me” exhibition features poems and art from the book\, “The Chair is Not Me\,” written by “JJ” James Janis. This book is a collection of poems about his life experiences and challenges as a diversely abled individual. Mr. Janis originally composed twenty-one poems\, eleven of which have been illustrated by artists of diverse abilities and cultures.  The collection of poetry seeks to advocate for individuals with diverse abilities through the exploration of disabilities and the culture surrounding disabilities\, the human condition\, life on Pine Ridge\, and communication. \nArt can be viewed March 2 – 31 in the Matthews Opera House gallery. Hours are Tuesday – Saturday\, 10 am – 5 pm. \nA reception for this exhibit will be Friday\, March 11 from 5 pm – 6 pm and will feature a poetry reading and Q&A time with the author. Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available. \nThe themes explored by the poetry and art featuring in this exhibit include: \n\nSociety’s perception of diversely abled individuals and diverse cultures.\nNecessary assistive devices and processes that assist\, but also unintentionally diminish.\nThe impacts of labeling.\nThe lasting effects of genocide on a society.\nPerception of the world through a child’s eyes and imagination.\nThe joy of freedom.\nCommunication and the importance of one-on-one interactions.\nThe humor found in the duality of human kind’s predispositions.\nIdentity.\nNomadic qualities of an individual with disabilities.\nThe acceptance and normalization of individuals with disabilities.\nForgiveness of past transgressions.
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DESCRIPTION:“The Chair is Not Me” exhibition features poems and art from the book\, “The Chair is Not Me\,” written by “JJ” James Janis. This book is a collection of poems about his life experiences and challenges as a diversely abled individual. Mr. Janis originally composed twenty-one poems\, eleven of which have been illustrated by artists of diverse abilities and cultures.  The collection of poetry seeks to advocate for individuals with diverse abilities through the exploration of disabilities and the culture surrounding disabilities\, the human condition\, life on Pine Ridge\, and communication. \nArt can be viewed March 2 – 31 in the Matthews Opera House gallery. Hours are Tuesday – Saturday\, 10 am – 5 pm. \nA reception for this exhibit will be Friday\, March 11 from 5 pm – 6 pm and will feature a poetry reading and Q&A time with the author. Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available. \nThe themes explored by the poetry and art featuring in this exhibit include: \n\nSociety’s perception of diversely abled individuals and diverse cultures.\nNecessary assistive devices and processes that assist\, but also unintentionally diminish.\nThe impacts of labeling.\nThe lasting effects of genocide on a society.\nPerception of the world through a child’s eyes and imagination.\nThe joy of freedom.\nCommunication and the importance of one-on-one interactions.\nThe humor found in the duality of human kind’s predispositions.\nIdentity.\nNomadic qualities of an individual with disabilities.\nThe acceptance and normalization of individuals with disabilities.\nForgiveness of past transgressions.
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SUMMARY:"The Chair is Not Me" Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:“The Chair is Not Me” exhibition features poems and art from the book\, “The Chair is Not Me\,” written by “JJ” James Janis. This book is a collection of poems about his life experiences and challenges as a diversely abled individual. Mr. Janis originally composed twenty-one poems\, eleven of which have been illustrated by artists of diverse abilities and cultures.  The collection of poetry seeks to advocate for individuals with diverse abilities through the exploration of disabilities and the culture surrounding disabilities\, the human condition\, life on Pine Ridge\, and communication. \nArt can be viewed March 2 – 31 in the Matthews Opera House gallery. Hours are Tuesday – Saturday\, 10 am – 5 pm. \nA reception for this exhibit will be Friday\, March 11 from 5 pm – 6 pm and will feature a poetry reading and Q&A time with the author. Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available. \nThe themes explored by the poetry and art featuring in this exhibit include: \n\nSociety’s perception of diversely abled individuals and diverse cultures.\nNecessary assistive devices and processes that assist\, but also unintentionally diminish.\nThe impacts of labeling.\nThe lasting effects of genocide on a society.\nPerception of the world through a child’s eyes and imagination.\nThe joy of freedom.\nCommunication and the importance of one-on-one interactions.\nThe humor found in the duality of human kind’s predispositions.\nIdentity.\nNomadic qualities of an individual with disabilities.\nThe acceptance and normalization of individuals with disabilities.\nForgiveness of past transgressions.
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DESCRIPTION:“The Chair is Not Me” exhibition features poems and art from the book\, “The Chair is Not Me\,” written by “JJ” James Janis. This book is a collection of poems about his life experiences and challenges as a diversely abled individual. Mr. Janis originally composed twenty-one poems\, eleven of which have been illustrated by artists of diverse abilities and cultures.  The collection of poetry seeks to advocate for individuals with diverse abilities through the exploration of disabilities and the culture surrounding disabilities\, the human condition\, life on Pine Ridge\, and communication. \nArt can be viewed March 2 – 31 in the Matthews Opera House gallery. Hours are Tuesday – Saturday\, 10 am – 5 pm. \nA reception for this exhibit will be Friday\, March 11 from 5 pm – 6 pm and will feature a poetry reading and Q&A time with the author. Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available. \nThe themes explored by the poetry and art featuring in this exhibit include: \n\nSociety’s perception of diversely abled individuals and diverse cultures.\nNecessary assistive devices and processes that assist\, but also unintentionally diminish.\nThe impacts of labeling.\nThe lasting effects of genocide on a society.\nPerception of the world through a child’s eyes and imagination.\nThe joy of freedom.\nCommunication and the importance of one-on-one interactions.\nThe humor found in the duality of human kind’s predispositions.\nIdentity.\nNomadic qualities of an individual with disabilities.\nThe acceptance and normalization of individuals with disabilities.\nForgiveness of past transgressions.
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SUMMARY:"The Chair is Not Me" Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:“The Chair is Not Me” exhibition features poems and art from the book\, “The Chair is Not Me\,” written by “JJ” James Janis. This book is a collection of poems about his life experiences and challenges as a diversely abled individual. Mr. Janis originally composed twenty-one poems\, eleven of which have been illustrated by artists of diverse abilities and cultures.  The collection of poetry seeks to advocate for individuals with diverse abilities through the exploration of disabilities and the culture surrounding disabilities\, the human condition\, life on Pine Ridge\, and communication. \nArt can be viewed March 2 – 31 in the Matthews Opera House gallery. Hours are Tuesday – Saturday\, 10 am – 5 pm. \nA reception for this exhibit will be Friday\, March 11 from 5 pm – 6 pm and will feature a poetry reading and Q&A time with the author. Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available. \nThe themes explored by the poetry and art featuring in this exhibit include: \n\nSociety’s perception of diversely abled individuals and diverse cultures.\nNecessary assistive devices and processes that assist\, but also unintentionally diminish.\nThe impacts of labeling.\nThe lasting effects of genocide on a society.\nPerception of the world through a child’s eyes and imagination.\nThe joy of freedom.\nCommunication and the importance of one-on-one interactions.\nThe humor found in the duality of human kind’s predispositions.\nIdentity.\nNomadic qualities of an individual with disabilities.\nThe acceptance and normalization of individuals with disabilities.\nForgiveness of past transgressions.
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SUMMARY:"The Chair is Not Me" Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:“The Chair is Not Me” exhibition features poems and art from the book\, “The Chair is Not Me\,” written by “JJ” James Janis. This book is a collection of poems about his life experiences and challenges as a diversely abled individual. Mr. Janis originally composed twenty-one poems\, eleven of which have been illustrated by artists of diverse abilities and cultures.  The collection of poetry seeks to advocate for individuals with diverse abilities through the exploration of disabilities and the culture surrounding disabilities\, the human condition\, life on Pine Ridge\, and communication. \nArt can be viewed March 2 – 31 in the Matthews Opera House gallery. Hours are Tuesday – Saturday\, 10 am – 5 pm. \nA reception for this exhibit will be Friday\, March 11 from 5 pm – 6 pm and will feature a poetry reading and Q&A time with the author. Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available. \nThe themes explored by the poetry and art featuring in this exhibit include: \n\nSociety’s perception of diversely abled individuals and diverse cultures.\nNecessary assistive devices and processes that assist\, but also unintentionally diminish.\nThe impacts of labeling.\nThe lasting effects of genocide on a society.\nPerception of the world through a child’s eyes and imagination.\nThe joy of freedom.\nCommunication and the importance of one-on-one interactions.\nThe humor found in the duality of human kind’s predispositions.\nIdentity.\nNomadic qualities of an individual with disabilities.\nThe acceptance and normalization of individuals with disabilities.\nForgiveness of past transgressions.
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SUMMARY:"The Chair is Not Me" Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:“The Chair is Not Me” exhibition features poems and art from the book\, “The Chair is Not Me\,” written by “JJ” James Janis. This book is a collection of poems about his life experiences and challenges as a diversely abled individual. Mr. Janis originally composed twenty-one poems\, eleven of which have been illustrated by artists of diverse abilities and cultures.  The collection of poetry seeks to advocate for individuals with diverse abilities through the exploration of disabilities and the culture surrounding disabilities\, the human condition\, life on Pine Ridge\, and communication. \nArt can be viewed March 2 – 31 in the Matthews Opera House gallery. Hours are Tuesday – Saturday\, 10 am – 5 pm. \nA reception for this exhibit will be Friday\, March 11 from 5 pm – 6 pm and will feature a poetry reading and Q&A time with the author. Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available. \nThe themes explored by the poetry and art featuring in this exhibit include: \n\nSociety’s perception of diversely abled individuals and diverse cultures.\nNecessary assistive devices and processes that assist\, but also unintentionally diminish.\nThe impacts of labeling.\nThe lasting effects of genocide on a society.\nPerception of the world through a child’s eyes and imagination.\nThe joy of freedom.\nCommunication and the importance of one-on-one interactions.\nThe humor found in the duality of human kind’s predispositions.\nIdentity.\nNomadic qualities of an individual with disabilities.\nThe acceptance and normalization of individuals with disabilities.\nForgiveness of past transgressions.
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SUMMARY:"The Chair is Not Me" Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:“The Chair is Not Me” exhibition features poems and art from the book\, “The Chair is Not Me\,” written by “JJ” James Janis. This book is a collection of poems about his life experiences and challenges as a diversely abled individual. Mr. Janis originally composed twenty-one poems\, eleven of which have been illustrated by artists of diverse abilities and cultures.  The collection of poetry seeks to advocate for individuals with diverse abilities through the exploration of disabilities and the culture surrounding disabilities\, the human condition\, life on Pine Ridge\, and communication. \nArt can be viewed March 2 – 31 in the Matthews Opera House gallery. Hours are Tuesday – Saturday\, 10 am – 5 pm. \nA reception for this exhibit will be Friday\, March 11 from 5 pm – 6 pm and will feature a poetry reading and Q&A time with the author. Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available. \nThe themes explored by the poetry and art featuring in this exhibit include: \n\nSociety’s perception of diversely abled individuals and diverse cultures.\nNecessary assistive devices and processes that assist\, but also unintentionally diminish.\nThe impacts of labeling.\nThe lasting effects of genocide on a society.\nPerception of the world through a child’s eyes and imagination.\nThe joy of freedom.\nCommunication and the importance of one-on-one interactions.\nThe humor found in the duality of human kind’s predispositions.\nIdentity.\nNomadic qualities of an individual with disabilities.\nThe acceptance and normalization of individuals with disabilities.\nForgiveness of past transgressions.
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SUMMARY:"The Chair is Not Me" Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:“The Chair is Not Me” exhibition features poems and art from the book\, “The Chair is Not Me\,” written by “JJ” James Janis. This book is a collection of poems about his life experiences and challenges as a diversely abled individual. Mr. Janis originally composed twenty-one poems\, eleven of which have been illustrated by artists of diverse abilities and cultures.  The collection of poetry seeks to advocate for individuals with diverse abilities through the exploration of disabilities and the culture surrounding disabilities\, the human condition\, life on Pine Ridge\, and communication. \nArt can be viewed March 2 – 31 in the Matthews Opera House gallery. Hours are Tuesday – Saturday\, 10 am – 5 pm. \nA reception for this exhibit will be Friday\, March 11 from 5 pm – 6 pm and will feature a poetry reading and Q&A time with the author. Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available. \nThe themes explored by the poetry and art featuring in this exhibit include: \n\nSociety’s perception of diversely abled individuals and diverse cultures.\nNecessary assistive devices and processes that assist\, but also unintentionally diminish.\nThe impacts of labeling.\nThe lasting effects of genocide on a society.\nPerception of the world through a child’s eyes and imagination.\nThe joy of freedom.\nCommunication and the importance of one-on-one interactions.\nThe humor found in the duality of human kind’s predispositions.\nIdentity.\nNomadic qualities of an individual with disabilities.\nThe acceptance and normalization of individuals with disabilities.\nForgiveness of past transgressions.
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SUMMARY:"The Chair is Not Me" Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:“The Chair is Not Me” exhibition features poems and art from the book\, “The Chair is Not Me\,” written by “JJ” James Janis. This book is a collection of poems about his life experiences and challenges as a diversely abled individual. Mr. Janis originally composed twenty-one poems\, eleven of which have been illustrated by artists of diverse abilities and cultures.  The collection of poetry seeks to advocate for individuals with diverse abilities through the exploration of disabilities and the culture surrounding disabilities\, the human condition\, life on Pine Ridge\, and communication. \nArt can be viewed March 2 – 31 in the Matthews Opera House gallery. Hours are Tuesday – Saturday\, 10 am – 5 pm. \nA reception for this exhibit will be Friday\, March 11 from 5 pm – 6 pm and will feature a poetry reading and Q&A time with the author. Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available. \nThe themes explored by the poetry and art featuring in this exhibit include: \n\nSociety’s perception of diversely abled individuals and diverse cultures.\nNecessary assistive devices and processes that assist\, but also unintentionally diminish.\nThe impacts of labeling.\nThe lasting effects of genocide on a society.\nPerception of the world through a child’s eyes and imagination.\nThe joy of freedom.\nCommunication and the importance of one-on-one interactions.\nThe humor found in the duality of human kind’s predispositions.\nIdentity.\nNomadic qualities of an individual with disabilities.\nThe acceptance and normalization of individuals with disabilities.\nForgiveness of past transgressions.
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SUMMARY:"The Chair is Not Me" Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:“The Chair is Not Me” exhibition features poems and art from the book\, “The Chair is Not Me\,” written by “JJ” James Janis. This book is a collection of poems about his life experiences and challenges as a diversely abled individual. Mr. Janis originally composed twenty-one poems\, eleven of which have been illustrated by artists of diverse abilities and cultures.  The collection of poetry seeks to advocate for individuals with diverse abilities through the exploration of disabilities and the culture surrounding disabilities\, the human condition\, life on Pine Ridge\, and communication. \nArt can be viewed March 2 – 31 in the Matthews Opera House gallery. Hours are Tuesday – Saturday\, 10 am – 5 pm. \nA reception for this exhibit will be Friday\, March 11 from 5 pm – 6 pm and will feature a poetry reading and Q&A time with the author. Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available. \nThe themes explored by the poetry and art featuring in this exhibit include: \n\nSociety’s perception of diversely abled individuals and diverse cultures.\nNecessary assistive devices and processes that assist\, but also unintentionally diminish.\nThe impacts of labeling.\nThe lasting effects of genocide on a society.\nPerception of the world through a child’s eyes and imagination.\nThe joy of freedom.\nCommunication and the importance of one-on-one interactions.\nThe humor found in the duality of human kind’s predispositions.\nIdentity.\nNomadic qualities of an individual with disabilities.\nThe acceptance and normalization of individuals with disabilities.\nForgiveness of past transgressions.
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DESCRIPTION:“The Chair is Not Me” exhibition features poems and art from the book\, “The Chair is Not Me\,” written by “JJ” James Janis. This book is a collection of poems about his life experiences and challenges as a diversely abled individual. Mr. Janis originally composed twenty-one poems\, eleven of which have been illustrated by artists of diverse abilities and cultures.  The collection of poetry seeks to advocate for individuals with diverse abilities through the exploration of disabilities and the culture surrounding disabilities\, the human condition\, life on Pine Ridge\, and communication. \nArt can be viewed March 2 – 31 in the Matthews Opera House gallery. Hours are Tuesday – Saturday\, 10 am – 5 pm. \nA reception for this exhibit will be Friday\, March 11 from 5 pm – 6 pm and will feature a poetry reading and Q&A time with the author. Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available. \nThe themes explored by the poetry and art featuring in this exhibit include: \n\nSociety’s perception of diversely abled individuals and diverse cultures.\nNecessary assistive devices and processes that assist\, but also unintentionally diminish.\nThe impacts of labeling.\nThe lasting effects of genocide on a society.\nPerception of the world through a child’s eyes and imagination.\nThe joy of freedom.\nCommunication and the importance of one-on-one interactions.\nThe humor found in the duality of human kind’s predispositions.\nIdentity.\nNomadic qualities of an individual with disabilities.\nThe acceptance and normalization of individuals with disabilities.\nForgiveness of past transgressions.
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CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220315T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T124053
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SUMMARY:"The Chair is Not Me" Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:“The Chair is Not Me” exhibition features poems and art from the book\, “The Chair is Not Me\,” written by “JJ” James Janis. This book is a collection of poems about his life experiences and challenges as a diversely abled individual. Mr. Janis originally composed twenty-one poems\, eleven of which have been illustrated by artists of diverse abilities and cultures.  The collection of poetry seeks to advocate for individuals with diverse abilities through the exploration of disabilities and the culture surrounding disabilities\, the human condition\, life on Pine Ridge\, and communication. \nArt can be viewed March 2 – 31 in the Matthews Opera House gallery. Hours are Tuesday – Saturday\, 10 am – 5 pm. \nA reception for this exhibit will be Friday\, March 11 from 5 pm – 6 pm and will feature a poetry reading and Q&A time with the author. Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available. \nThe themes explored by the poetry and art featuring in this exhibit include: \n\nSociety’s perception of diversely abled individuals and diverse cultures.\nNecessary assistive devices and processes that assist\, but also unintentionally diminish.\nThe impacts of labeling.\nThe lasting effects of genocide on a society.\nPerception of the world through a child’s eyes and imagination.\nThe joy of freedom.\nCommunication and the importance of one-on-one interactions.\nThe humor found in the duality of human kind’s predispositions.\nIdentity.\nNomadic qualities of an individual with disabilities.\nThe acceptance and normalization of individuals with disabilities.\nForgiveness of past transgressions.
URL:https://matthewsopera2026.tdgwebhost.com/event/the-chair-is-not-me-exhibition-10/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220312T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220312T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T124053
CREATED:20260611T151440Z
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SUMMARY:"The Chair is Not Me" Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:“The Chair is Not Me” exhibition features poems and art from the book\, “The Chair is Not Me\,” written by “JJ” James Janis. This book is a collection of poems about his life experiences and challenges as a diversely abled individual. Mr. Janis originally composed twenty-one poems\, eleven of which have been illustrated by artists of diverse abilities and cultures.  The collection of poetry seeks to advocate for individuals with diverse abilities through the exploration of disabilities and the culture surrounding disabilities\, the human condition\, life on Pine Ridge\, and communication. \nArt can be viewed March 2 – 31 in the Matthews Opera House gallery. Hours are Tuesday – Saturday\, 10 am – 5 pm. \nA reception for this exhibit will be Friday\, March 11 from 5 pm – 6 pm and will feature a poetry reading and Q&A time with the author. Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available. \nThe themes explored by the poetry and art featuring in this exhibit include: \n\nSociety’s perception of diversely abled individuals and diverse cultures.\nNecessary assistive devices and processes that assist\, but also unintentionally diminish.\nThe impacts of labeling.\nThe lasting effects of genocide on a society.\nPerception of the world through a child’s eyes and imagination.\nThe joy of freedom.\nCommunication and the importance of one-on-one interactions.\nThe humor found in the duality of human kind’s predispositions.\nIdentity.\nNomadic qualities of an individual with disabilities.\nThe acceptance and normalization of individuals with disabilities.\nForgiveness of past transgressions.
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CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220311T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220311T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T124053
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SUMMARY:"The Chair is Not Me" Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:“The Chair is Not Me” exhibition features poems and art from the book\, “The Chair is Not Me\,” written by “JJ” James Janis. This book is a collection of poems about his life experiences and challenges as a diversely abled individual. Mr. Janis originally composed twenty-one poems\, eleven of which have been illustrated by artists of diverse abilities and cultures.  The collection of poetry seeks to advocate for individuals with diverse abilities through the exploration of disabilities and the culture surrounding disabilities\, the human condition\, life on Pine Ridge\, and communication. \nArt can be viewed March 2 – 31 in the Matthews Opera House gallery. Hours are Tuesday – Saturday\, 10 am – 5 pm. \nA reception for this exhibit will be Friday\, March 11 from 5 pm – 6 pm and will feature a poetry reading and Q&A time with the author. Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available. \nThe themes explored by the poetry and art featuring in this exhibit include: \n\nSociety’s perception of diversely abled individuals and diverse cultures.\nNecessary assistive devices and processes that assist\, but also unintentionally diminish.\nThe impacts of labeling.\nThe lasting effects of genocide on a society.\nPerception of the world through a child’s eyes and imagination.\nThe joy of freedom.\nCommunication and the importance of one-on-one interactions.\nThe humor found in the duality of human kind’s predispositions.\nIdentity.\nNomadic qualities of an individual with disabilities.\nThe acceptance and normalization of individuals with disabilities.\nForgiveness of past transgressions.
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CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220310T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220310T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T124053
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SUMMARY:"The Chair is Not Me" Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:“The Chair is Not Me” exhibition features poems and art from the book\, “The Chair is Not Me\,” written by “JJ” James Janis. This book is a collection of poems about his life experiences and challenges as a diversely abled individual. Mr. Janis originally composed twenty-one poems\, eleven of which have been illustrated by artists of diverse abilities and cultures.  The collection of poetry seeks to advocate for individuals with diverse abilities through the exploration of disabilities and the culture surrounding disabilities\, the human condition\, life on Pine Ridge\, and communication. \nArt can be viewed March 2 – 31 in the Matthews Opera House gallery. Hours are Tuesday – Saturday\, 10 am – 5 pm. \nA reception for this exhibit will be Friday\, March 11 from 5 pm – 6 pm and will feature a poetry reading and Q&A time with the author. Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available. \nThe themes explored by the poetry and art featuring in this exhibit include: \n\nSociety’s perception of diversely abled individuals and diverse cultures.\nNecessary assistive devices and processes that assist\, but also unintentionally diminish.\nThe impacts of labeling.\nThe lasting effects of genocide on a society.\nPerception of the world through a child’s eyes and imagination.\nThe joy of freedom.\nCommunication and the importance of one-on-one interactions.\nThe humor found in the duality of human kind’s predispositions.\nIdentity.\nNomadic qualities of an individual with disabilities.\nThe acceptance and normalization of individuals with disabilities.\nForgiveness of past transgressions.
URL:https://matthewsopera2026.tdgwebhost.com/event/the-chair-is-not-me-exhibition-7/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220309T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220309T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T124053
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SUMMARY:"The Chair is Not Me" Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:“The Chair is Not Me” exhibition features poems and art from the book\, “The Chair is Not Me\,” written by “JJ” James Janis. This book is a collection of poems about his life experiences and challenges as a diversely abled individual. Mr. Janis originally composed twenty-one poems\, eleven of which have been illustrated by artists of diverse abilities and cultures.  The collection of poetry seeks to advocate for individuals with diverse abilities through the exploration of disabilities and the culture surrounding disabilities\, the human condition\, life on Pine Ridge\, and communication. \nArt can be viewed March 2 – 31 in the Matthews Opera House gallery. Hours are Tuesday – Saturday\, 10 am – 5 pm. \nA reception for this exhibit will be Friday\, March 11 from 5 pm – 6 pm and will feature a poetry reading and Q&A time with the author. Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available. \nThe themes explored by the poetry and art featuring in this exhibit include: \n\nSociety’s perception of diversely abled individuals and diverse cultures.\nNecessary assistive devices and processes that assist\, but also unintentionally diminish.\nThe impacts of labeling.\nThe lasting effects of genocide on a society.\nPerception of the world through a child’s eyes and imagination.\nThe joy of freedom.\nCommunication and the importance of one-on-one interactions.\nThe humor found in the duality of human kind’s predispositions.\nIdentity.\nNomadic qualities of an individual with disabilities.\nThe acceptance and normalization of individuals with disabilities.\nForgiveness of past transgressions.
URL:https://matthewsopera2026.tdgwebhost.com/event/the-chair-is-not-me-exhibition-6/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220308T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220308T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T124053
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SUMMARY:"The Chair is Not Me" Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:“The Chair is Not Me” exhibition features poems and art from the book\, “The Chair is Not Me\,” written by “JJ” James Janis. This book is a collection of poems about his life experiences and challenges as a diversely abled individual. Mr. Janis originally composed twenty-one poems\, eleven of which have been illustrated by artists of diverse abilities and cultures.  The collection of poetry seeks to advocate for individuals with diverse abilities through the exploration of disabilities and the culture surrounding disabilities\, the human condition\, life on Pine Ridge\, and communication. \nArt can be viewed March 2 – 31 in the Matthews Opera House gallery. Hours are Tuesday – Saturday\, 10 am – 5 pm. \nA reception for this exhibit will be Friday\, March 11 from 5 pm – 6 pm and will feature a poetry reading and Q&A time with the author. Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available. \nThe themes explored by the poetry and art featuring in this exhibit include: \n\nSociety’s perception of diversely abled individuals and diverse cultures.\nNecessary assistive devices and processes that assist\, but also unintentionally diminish.\nThe impacts of labeling.\nThe lasting effects of genocide on a society.\nPerception of the world through a child’s eyes and imagination.\nThe joy of freedom.\nCommunication and the importance of one-on-one interactions.\nThe humor found in the duality of human kind’s predispositions.\nIdentity.\nNomadic qualities of an individual with disabilities.\nThe acceptance and normalization of individuals with disabilities.\nForgiveness of past transgressions.
URL:https://matthewsopera2026.tdgwebhost.com/event/the-chair-is-not-me-exhibition-5/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220305T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220305T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T124053
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SUMMARY:"The Chair is Not Me" Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:“The Chair is Not Me” exhibition features poems and art from the book\, “The Chair is Not Me\,” written by “JJ” James Janis. This book is a collection of poems about his life experiences and challenges as a diversely abled individual. Mr. Janis originally composed twenty-one poems\, eleven of which have been illustrated by artists of diverse abilities and cultures.  The collection of poetry seeks to advocate for individuals with diverse abilities through the exploration of disabilities and the culture surrounding disabilities\, the human condition\, life on Pine Ridge\, and communication. \nArt can be viewed March 2 – 31 in the Matthews Opera House gallery. Hours are Tuesday – Saturday\, 10 am – 5 pm. \nA reception for this exhibit will be Friday\, March 11 from 5 pm – 6 pm and will feature a poetry reading and Q&A time with the author. Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available. \nThe themes explored by the poetry and art featuring in this exhibit include: \n\nSociety’s perception of diversely abled individuals and diverse cultures.\nNecessary assistive devices and processes that assist\, but also unintentionally diminish.\nThe impacts of labeling.\nThe lasting effects of genocide on a society.\nPerception of the world through a child’s eyes and imagination.\nThe joy of freedom.\nCommunication and the importance of one-on-one interactions.\nThe humor found in the duality of human kind’s predispositions.\nIdentity.\nNomadic qualities of an individual with disabilities.\nThe acceptance and normalization of individuals with disabilities.\nForgiveness of past transgressions.
URL:https://matthewsopera2026.tdgwebhost.com/event/the-chair-is-not-me-exhibition-4/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220304T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220304T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T124053
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SUMMARY:"The Chair is Not Me" Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:“The Chair is Not Me” exhibition features poems and art from the book\, “The Chair is Not Me\,” written by “JJ” James Janis. This book is a collection of poems about his life experiences and challenges as a diversely abled individual. Mr. Janis originally composed twenty-one poems\, eleven of which have been illustrated by artists of diverse abilities and cultures.  The collection of poetry seeks to advocate for individuals with diverse abilities through the exploration of disabilities and the culture surrounding disabilities\, the human condition\, life on Pine Ridge\, and communication. \nArt can be viewed March 2 – 31 in the Matthews Opera House gallery. Hours are Tuesday – Saturday\, 10 am – 5 pm. \nA reception for this exhibit will be Friday\, March 11 from 5 pm – 6 pm and will feature a poetry reading and Q&A time with the author. Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available. \nThe themes explored by the poetry and art featuring in this exhibit include: \n\nSociety’s perception of diversely abled individuals and diverse cultures.\nNecessary assistive devices and processes that assist\, but also unintentionally diminish.\nThe impacts of labeling.\nThe lasting effects of genocide on a society.\nPerception of the world through a child’s eyes and imagination.\nThe joy of freedom.\nCommunication and the importance of one-on-one interactions.\nThe humor found in the duality of human kind’s predispositions.\nIdentity.\nNomadic qualities of an individual with disabilities.\nThe acceptance and normalization of individuals with disabilities.\nForgiveness of past transgressions.
URL:https://matthewsopera2026.tdgwebhost.com/event/the-chair-is-not-me-exhibition-3/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220303T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220303T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T124053
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SUMMARY:"The Chair is Not Me" Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:“The Chair is Not Me” exhibition features poems and art from the book\, “The Chair is Not Me\,” written by “JJ” James Janis. This book is a collection of poems about his life experiences and challenges as a diversely abled individual. Mr. Janis originally composed twenty-one poems\, eleven of which have been illustrated by artists of diverse abilities and cultures.  The collection of poetry seeks to advocate for individuals with diverse abilities through the exploration of disabilities and the culture surrounding disabilities\, the human condition\, life on Pine Ridge\, and communication. \nArt can be viewed March 2 – 31 in the Matthews Opera House gallery. Hours are Tuesday – Saturday\, 10 am – 5 pm. \nA reception for this exhibit will be Friday\, March 11 from 5 pm – 6 pm and will feature a poetry reading and Q&A time with the author. Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available. \nThe themes explored by the poetry and art featuring in this exhibit include: \n\nSociety’s perception of diversely abled individuals and diverse cultures.\nNecessary assistive devices and processes that assist\, but also unintentionally diminish.\nThe impacts of labeling.\nThe lasting effects of genocide on a society.\nPerception of the world through a child’s eyes and imagination.\nThe joy of freedom.\nCommunication and the importance of one-on-one interactions.\nThe humor found in the duality of human kind’s predispositions.\nIdentity.\nNomadic qualities of an individual with disabilities.\nThe acceptance and normalization of individuals with disabilities.\nForgiveness of past transgressions.
URL:https://matthewsopera2026.tdgwebhost.com/event/the-chair-is-not-me-exhibition-2/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220302T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220302T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T124053
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SUMMARY:"The Chair is Not Me" Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:“The Chair is Not Me” exhibition features poems and art from the book\, “The Chair is Not Me\,” written by “JJ” James Janis. This book is a collection of poems about his life experiences and challenges as a diversely abled individual. Mr. Janis originally composed twenty-one poems\, eleven of which have been illustrated by artists of diverse abilities and cultures.  The collection of poetry seeks to advocate for individuals with diverse abilities through the exploration of disabilities and the culture surrounding disabilities\, the human condition\, life on Pine Ridge\, and communication. \nArt can be viewed March 2 – 31 in the Matthews Opera House gallery. Hours are Tuesday – Saturday\, 10 am – 5 pm. \nA reception for this exhibit will be Friday\, March 11 from 5 pm – 6 pm and will feature a poetry reading and Q&A time with the author. Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available. \nThe themes explored by the poetry and art featuring in this exhibit include: \n\nSociety’s perception of diversely abled individuals and diverse cultures.\nNecessary assistive devices and processes that assist\, but also unintentionally diminish.\nThe impacts of labeling.\nThe lasting effects of genocide on a society.\nPerception of the world through a child’s eyes and imagination.\nThe joy of freedom.\nCommunication and the importance of one-on-one interactions.\nThe humor found in the duality of human kind’s predispositions.\nIdentity.\nNomadic qualities of an individual with disabilities.\nThe acceptance and normalization of individuals with disabilities.\nForgiveness of past transgressions.
URL:https://matthewsopera2026.tdgwebhost.com/event/the-chair-is-not-me-exhibition/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220129T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T124053
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SUMMARY:BHSU Student & Faculty Art Show
DESCRIPTION:The Matthews Opera House & Arts Center is proud to be hosting the 2022 BHSU Student and Faculty Show! Art from BHSU students and faculty will be on display in the gallery from January 11 – February 11. The gallery is open from 10 am – 5 pm\, Tuesday – Saturday. \nReception\nThere will be a reception celebrating the opening of this show on January 14 from 5 – 6 pm in the Matthews Opera House gallery. Light refreshments will be served and a cash bar will be available. \n 
URL:https://matthewsopera2026.tdgwebhost.com/event/bhsu-student-faculty-art-show-2/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220111T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T124053
CREATED:20260611T151222Z
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SUMMARY:BHSU Student & Faculty Art Show
DESCRIPTION:The Matthews Opera House & Arts Center is proud to be hosting the 2022 BHSU Student and Faculty Show! Art from BHSU students and faculty will be on display in the gallery from January 11 – February 11. The gallery is open from 10 am – 5 pm\, Tuesday – Saturday. \nReception\nThere will be a reception celebrating the opening of this show on January 14 from 5 – 6 pm in the Matthews Opera House gallery. A cash bar will be available. \n 
URL:https://matthewsopera2026.tdgwebhost.com/event/bhsu-student-faculty-art-show/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200320T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200320T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T124053
CREATED:20260611T145054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T145054Z
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SUMMARY:41st Community Art Show
DESCRIPTION:The Matthews Opera House invites you to be a part of the 41st Community Art Show (formerly the Winter Art Show) to meet the artists\, view local artwork\, and show your support! The show will be open to the public for viewing March 20 – April 10\, Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.. \nRegistration\nArtwork and completed registration forms accepted will be accepted March 17 -19 in the Matthews Art Gallery\, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Registration forms are available at the gallery front desk OR you can download it at the link below. \nDOWNLOAD Art Show Flyer & Application \nAwards\nThe show opens for public viewing on March 20 and runs through April 10. Regular gallery hours apply for all dates.  Patrons will be invited to vote on “People’s Choice” from March 20 until awards are announced on March 31. Instead of an awards ceremony\, winners will be announced via Facebook Live on March 31 at 5:00 p.m. \nLEARN MORE about the Community Arts Show.
URL:https://matthewsopera2026.tdgwebhost.com/event/41st-community-art-show/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20200117T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20200117T180000
DTSTAMP:20260613T124053
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SUMMARY:Artist Reception
DESCRIPTION:Artwork inspired by the chinook temperature change of 1943 and created by community members will be on display in the gallery from January 17 – February 15. \nJoin us on January 17 from 5 – 6 pm for an artist reception celebrating their work! Drinks and refreshments will be served. Select pieces will be on sale.
URL:https://matthewsopera2026.tdgwebhost.com/event/artist-reception/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200216
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SUMMARY:Chinook Art Show
DESCRIPTION:Artwork inspired by the chinook temperature change of 1943 and created by community members  will be on display in the gallery from January 17 – February 15. We will have an artist reception celebrating their work on Friday\, January 17 from 5 – 6 pm in the gallery. Select pieces will be also be on sale.
URL:https://matthewsopera2026.tdgwebhost.com/event/chinook-art-show/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20191116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20191116T130000
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SUMMARY:Free Kids' Coloring Days
DESCRIPTION:As part of our Day of Giving\, the Matthews is hosting a coloring contest. Stop by the gallery between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. and color your own version of an original Matthews design.  \nSubmissions to the contest will be hung in the gallery on December 3\, and our 10 favorites will receive a free copy of our children’s book\, Shakespeare and the Crown Jewel: A Story of the Matthews Opera House. \n 
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CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20190418T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20190418T190000
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SUMMARY:Community Arts Show - Awards Ceremony & Reception
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Matthews Art Gallery to be a part of the Community Arts Show (formerly the Winter Art Show) Awards Ceremony & Closing Reception. Meet the artists\, view local artwork\, and show your support! \nThe show opens for public viewing on April 10 and runs through April 18. Regular gallery hours apply for all dates. The awards ceremony on April 18 is in the evening 5-7 p.m. with the awards presentation starting at 6 p.m.  \nLEARN MORE about the Community Arts Show. 
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CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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