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SUMMARY:Regional Arts Meeting
DESCRIPTION:These annual spring meetings across the state bring us together to talk about what’s going on in the arts community. \nThis year\, important elements of these fresh conversations will find their way into the long range planning of the SouthDakota ArtsCouncil and Arts South Dakota. Ideas and issues will merge into the design of programs and services for the arts and arts education in South Dakota. \nInvite your friends and colleagues and help guide our organizations in our strategic planning for the next several years. \nNo RSVP necessary. Refreshments will be provided \nPatrick Baker\nExecutive Director\nSouth Dakota Arts Council\nartscouncil.sd.gov \nJim Speirs\nExecutive Director\nArts South Dakota\nartssouthdakota.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170420T193000
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SUMMARY:LIVE CONCERT: Peter Mawanga & The Amaravi Movement
DESCRIPTION:Peter Mawanga & The Amaravi Movement fuse the rock outfi of drums\, bass\, and guitar with the traditional sounds of Malawi\, Africa’s marimba\, thumb piano\, and percussion\, Mawanga’s Afro-vibes is a modern African sound that is intrinsically Malawian. Peter has the premier band in Malawi to boot who has been making headlines ever since their debut release of “Paphiri ndi Padambo.” \n\nLEARN MORE about this band! \n\n  \nTICKETING INFO: \n\nSUBSCRIPTION SERIES season tickets go on sale July 14\, 2016. $125 adults\, $60 youth & BHSU students\nINDIVIDUAL Tickets to the general public go on sale on Sept. 1\, 2016. $25 adults\, $10 youth & BHSU students
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CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:JAM SESSION with Peter Mawanga
DESCRIPTION:Are you a musician?\nPeter Mawanga and members of his band are putting on a FREE jam session from 6-7 p.m.\, Tuesday\, April 18 upstairs at The Matthews in the Fireplace Room. This event is open to any local musicians.   \nMusicians can bring their instruments. The band will share their style of music and then everyone will play together. Don’t let this event pass you by! \nThe Band\nPeter Mawanga & The Amaravi Movement are from Malawi Africa. They are putting on a live concert at The Matthews on Thursday\, April 20\, at 7:30 p.m.   \n\nLEARN MORE about the band.
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170422T170000
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SUMMARY:ART EXHIBIT: BHSU Senior Art Show
DESCRIPTION:For the third year\, The Matthews hosts the graduating art students of BHSU senior art show. The show runs from April 6-27 in the art gallery\, Tuesdays-Saturdays\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.  \nOpening Reception\n Meet the students and learn about their work and plans for the future. The reception is 5-7 p.m.\, Friday\, April 7\, in the art gallery.  \nThe exhibit and the opening reception is free and open to the public. \n\nLEARN MORE about this exhibit.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170412T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170412T130000
DTSTAMP:20260617T025133
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SUMMARY:Bellman Brown Bag 2017: "Shakespeare and the Crown Jewel"
DESCRIPTION:In December of 2015\, the children’s book\, “Shakespeare and the Crown Jewel\, A story of The Matthews Opera House\,” was published.  \nThe 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.   \n\nLEARN MORE about the book. \n\nWhat is the Bellman?\nThe 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.
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CATEGORIES:Lectures & Readings
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170408T170000
DTSTAMP:20260617T025133
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SUMMARY:ART EXHIBIT: BHSU Senior Art Show
DESCRIPTION:For the third year\, The Matthews hosts the graduating art students of BHSU senior art show. The show runs from April 6-27 in the art gallery\, Tuesdays-Saturdays\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.  \nOpening Reception\n Meet the students and learn about their work and plans for the future. The reception is 5-7 p.m.\, Friday\, April 7\, in the art gallery.  \nThe exhibit and the opening reception is free and open to the public. \n\nLEARN MORE about this exhibit.
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170407T190000
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SUMMARY:OPENING RECEPTION: BHSU Senior Art show
DESCRIPTION:For the third year\, The Matthews hosts the graduating art students of BHSU senior art show. The show runs from April 6-27 in the art gallery\, Tuesdays-Saturdays\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.  \nOpening Reception\n Meet the students and learn about their work and plans for the future. The reception is 5-7 p.m.\, Friday\, April 7\, in the art gallery.  \nThe exhibit and the opening reception is free and open to the public. \n\nLEARN MORE about this exhibit.
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170406T170000
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SUMMARY:ART EXHIBIT: BHSU Senior Art Show
DESCRIPTION:For the third year\, The Matthews hosts the graduating art students of BHSU senior art show. The show runs from April 6-27 in the art gallery\, Tuesdays-Saturdays\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.  \nOpening Reception\n Meet the students and learn about their work and plans for the future. The reception is 5-7 p.m.\, Friday\, April 7\, in the art gallery.  \nThe exhibit and the opening reception is free and open to the public. \n\nLEARN MORE about this exhibit.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170405T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170405T213000
DTSTAMP:20260617T025133
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SUMMARY:TOURING THEATER: "Hamlet"
DESCRIPTION:At 7:30 p.m.\, Wednesday\, Apr. 5\, The Matthews welcomes back the National Players Touring Theater for their presentation of the Shakespeare classic\, “Hamlet.” This show replaces the Mother King concert in our Subscription Series. All current subscribers already have their seats for this show. This is the fourth event of our 2016-17 Subscription Series. \n  \n\nLEARN MORE about Hamlet \n\n  \n  \n  \n\n \nTicket info:\n\nBUY TICKETS\n\nWednesday\, Apr. 5\, 2017 \n 7:30 p.m.\nTickets:\n$25 adult\, $10 youth & BHSU student\n\n\n\n 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170401T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170515T170000
DTSTAMP:20260617T025133
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SUMMARY:REGISTRATION: Children's Theater
DESCRIPTION:When\nRegistration takes place April 1 – May 15 OR until we reach our limit of 50 students.  Last year we had parents hold onto the completed registration until May 15 only to find out that we had reached our max number of students. SO…fill out the forms and get them right over to us — either by mail or by dropping them off at the art gallery. Business hours are below. \nAges\nThe youngest need to be entering 2nd grade this fall and the oldest are high school seniors this fall (18 years old). \nDownload\nGET REGISTRATION forms. You may also pick up the forms in the art gallery at our front desk during business hours. \nBusiness hours are Tuesday-Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. through April. In May we go to our Summer hours\, Monday-Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. \nDetails\nCLICK HERE to learn more.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170315T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170315T170000
DTSTAMP:20260617T025133
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SUMMARY:VENDOR DEADLINE: Festival in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Applications\, both for food vendors and art/craft vendors\, need to be postmarked by today.  \n\nGet APPLICATION.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170308T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170308T130000
DTSTAMP:20260617T025133
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SUMMARY:Bellman Brown Bag 2017: Lighthouse for the Blind
DESCRIPTION:  \nElizabeth Freer\, ArtCentral manager\nLightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired \nFounded in 1902\, San Francisco’s LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired promotes the independence\, equality\, and self-reliance of people who are blind or have low vision. They offer blindness skills training and relevant services such as access to employment\, education\, government\, information\, recreation\, transportation and the environment. LightHouse also pursues the development of new technology\, encourage innovation\, and amplify the voices of blind individuals around the world. \nElizabeth Freer\, of Spearfish\, presents about her experience with leading a major building project for this organization. Elizabeth is currently The Matthews’ ArtCentral manager. ArtCentral is a community collaboration to centralize the arts as an integrated asset for inclusivity\, economic development\, and sustained outreach in the Spearfish area. \n  \nWhat is the Bellman?\nThe 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.
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CATEGORIES:Lectures & Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170304T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170304T170000
DTSTAMP:20260617T025133
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SUMMARY:ART EXHIBIT: "Zero Megapixels"
DESCRIPTION:During the month of March\, The Matthews will be hosting an original polaroid photography exhibit\, “Zero Megapixels\,” featuring the work of Roger O’Dea. The show runs Mar. 3-31 in the art gallery during business hours\, 10 a.m.-5 p.m\, Tuesdays-Saturdays.    \nOPENING RECEPTION\nThe opening reception for the show will be held 5-7 p.m.\, Friday\, Mar. 3 in the art gallery. This reception is free and open to the public. Refreshments and a cash bar will be available. \n\nLEARN MORE about “Zero Megapixels.”
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170303T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170303T190000
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SUMMARY:OPENING RECEPTION: "Zero Megapixels" Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:During the month of March\, The Matthews will be hosting an original polaroid photography exhibit\, “Zero Megapixels\,” featuring the work of Roger O’Dea. The show runs Mar. 3-31 in the art gallery during business hours\, 10 a.m.-5 p.m\, Tuesdays-Saturdays.    \nOPENING RECEPTION\nThe opening reception for the show will be held 5-7 p.m.\, Friday\, Mar. 3 in the art gallery. This reception is free and open to the public. Refreshments and a cash bar will be available. \n\nLEARN MORE about “Zero Megapixels.”
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170302T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170302T213000
DTSTAMP:20260617T025133
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SUMMARY:JAZZ SERIES: JAS Quintet
DESCRIPTION:JAZZ Sessions KICKOFF Event!\n JAS Quintet is one of South Dakota’s premier jazz ensembles. This concert is the SD West River album release of the new album\, “Leap Year Baby.” \n\nLEARN MORE about the JAS Quintet \nLEARN MORE about the JAZZ SESSIONS Season \n\n  \nJazz Sessions series tickets on sale now (4 concerts for one price). \n\nShow Details:\n\nBUY JAZZ SESSIONS SERIES\n\n2017 Season Ticket:\n$110 or $70 per person for entire season\n\n\n\n  \nIndividual jazz concert tickets go on sale Feb. 12\, 2017. \n\nShow Details:\n\nBUY TICKETS\n\nThursday\, March 2\, 2017 \n 7:30 p.m.\nTickets:\n$35 table seat / $20 single seat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170222T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170222T203000
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SUMMARY:AUDITIONS: "Greater Tuna"
DESCRIPTION:Director\, Julie Walkins\, has announced auditions for the comedy play\, “Greater Tuna.” The play performances are May 4-7\, \nAuditions are Feb. 22-23\, Wed-Thurs\, 6:30-8:30 p.m. each evening. They take place in the theater. \nThe play will have a flexible cast of both genders. Audition scripts are available for sign-out at the art gallery front desk. \n\nLEARN MORE about Audition Details. \n\n 
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CATEGORIES:Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170216T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170218T213000
DTSTAMP:20260617T025133
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T221352Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY THEATER: "Steel Magnolias"
DESCRIPTION:“Steel Magnolias” is a renowned play written by Robert Harling\, which was made into the popular film starring Julia Roberts\, Sally Field\, Dolly Parton\, and more. Filled with hilarious repartee in Truvy’s beauty salon in Chinquapin\, Louisiana\, this play is concerned with a group of gossipy southern ladies in a small-town beauty parlor. In the end\, this play is deeply revealing of the strength and purposefulness which underlies the antic banter of its characters.  \n  \n\nLEARN MORE about the play and CAST \n\n  \nShow Details: \n\nShow Details:\n\nBUY TICKETS \n\nFeb.16-19 Thurs.-Sat.: 7:30 p.m.\nSunday: 2:00 p.m.\nTickets:\n$15 for Adults $5 for Youth and BHSU students
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CATEGORIES:Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170208T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170208T130000
DTSTAMP:20260617T025133
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SUMMARY:Bellman Brown Bag 2017: Jon Larsen Photography
DESCRIPTION:Jon Larsen of Spearfish\, discusses his work and technique.  \nLarsen is a hobby photographer and computer repairman from Spearfish. “I’ve been taking photos for years\, but my serious phase started with my new bride who was already an accomplished photographer\,” Larsen says. “I plan to spend the rest of my days trying to become half as good as she is.” \n  \n  \nWhat is the Bellman?\nThe 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.
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CATEGORIES:Lectures & Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170204T170000
DTSTAMP:20260617T025133
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SUMMARY:Cardboard Chaos by ArtCentral
DESCRIPTION:What if the box is more exciting than what was inside? \nThe Matthews\, through the work of ArtCentral\, will host Cardboard Chaos\, an interactive creative makerspace for all ages\, in the Matthews Art Gallery. \nCardboard Chaos will have an opening event at 3-5 p.m.\, Friday\, Feb. 3\, in the art gallery. ALL AGES welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. \nHOURS\nNormal hours will be Tuesday through Saturday\, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. from February 4-25. The event is free and open to everyone. \n  \n  \n\nLEARN MORE about Cardboard Chaos
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CATEGORIES:Community Art Projects
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170203T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170203T170000
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SUMMARY:OPENING DAY: Cardboard Chaos
DESCRIPTION:What if the box is more exciting than what was inside? \nThe Matthews\, through the work of ArtCentral\, will host Cardboard Chaos\, an interactive creative makerspace for all ages\, in the Matthews Art Gallery. \nOpening day!\nCardboard Chaos will have an opening event at 3-5 p.m.\, Friday\, Feb. 3\, in the art gallery. ALL AGES welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. \nNormal hours will be Tuesday through Saturday\, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. from February 4-25. The event is free and open to everyone. \n  \n  \n\nLEARN MORE about Cardboard Chaos
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CATEGORIES:Community Art Projects
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170124T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170124T170000
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SUMMARY:SM adv moh
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nWarm your insides with laughter and tears this cold February in Spearfish. The ensemble cast of talented Black Hills’ actors takes The Matthews’ stage\, Feb. 16-19\, 2017. Thur.-Saturday performances are at 7:30 p.m\, with the Sunday show at 2 p.m. Prices are $15 adults\, $10 subscribers\, and $5 youth (18 & under) and BHSU students. \n\nShow Details:\n\nBUY TICKETS \n\nFeb.16-19 Thurs.-Sat.: 7:30 p.m.\nSunday: 2:00 p.m.\nTickets:\n$15 for Adults $10 for Subscribers  $5 for Youth and BHSU students\n\n\n\nJoanna Mechaley of Spearfish directs this production. Tickets are on sale now and available online\, by phone 605.642.7973 ext. 0\, or in person in the art gallery during business hours – Monday-Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170121T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170121T213000
DTSTAMP:20260617T025133
CREATED:20260610T221508Z
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SUMMARY:LIVE CONCERT: "Tommy: A Bluegrass Opry" by the Hillbenders
DESCRIPTION:In Tommy: A Bluegrass Opry\, The HillBenders take on music from The Who’s Tommy and make it bluegrass. Conceived and produced by SXSW co-founder and longtime musician/producer Louis Jay Meyers\, this Bluegrass Opry brings a new perspective to this classic rock music while paying respect to its creators. \n  \n\nLEARN MORE about this concert (Video too!) \n\n  \n  \n\nShow Details:\n\nBUY TICKETS\n\nJan. 21\, 2017  Saturday: 7:30 p.m.\nTickets:\n$25 for Adults\n$20 for Adult Season Subscribers $10 for Youth and BHSU students
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CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170119T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170119T190000
DTSTAMP:20260617T025133
CREATED:20260610T221550Z
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SUMMARY:AWARDS CEREMONY & RECEPTION: 38th Winter Art Show
DESCRIPTION:AWARDS CEREMONY & RECEPTION\nJan. 19\, Thursday\, 5-7 p.m.  \nThe awards will be announced at 6 p.m.  \nIf you or a family member enter artwork in this show\, BE SURE to attend this ceremony. CASH AWARDS!
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170118T170000
DTSTAMP:20260617T025133
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T221539Z
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SUMMARY:ART EXHIBIT: 38th Winter Art Show
DESCRIPTION:It’s our 38th year for the Winter Art Show – for ages pre-school to +++\, amateurs or professionals!  \nPUBLIC VIEWING\nThe show runs Jan. 18-26\, 10am to 5 pm each day in The Matthews Art Gallery. It is FREE for the viewing public attending the show.  \nAWARDS CEREMONY & RECEPTION\nJan. 19\, Thursday\, 5-7 p.m. The awards will be announced at 6 p.m. If you or a family member enter artwork in this show\, BE SURE to attend this ceremony. CASH AWARDS! \nREGISTRATION DAYS\nJAN.11-1410 a.m. to 5 p.m. in The Matthews Art Gallery. Download app below.  \nAPPLICATION\n2017 Winter Art Show Application – Download and read it through. Some of the children’s categories have reduced fees this year! \n\nLEARN ALL ABOUT the Winter Art Show
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170112T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170112T213000
DTSTAMP:20260617T025133
CREATED:20260610T221335Z
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SUMMARY:LIVE CONCERT: The Ennis Sisters
DESCRIPTION:The Ennis Sisters are world-renowned performers whose inspirational sibling harmonies\, humorous recitations\, Irish step dancing and engaging stage rapport lift spirits and warm hearts. Stories and songs invoke their home in Newfoundland.   \nTICKETING INFO: \n\nSUBSCRIPTION SERIES season tickets go on sale July 14\, 2016. $125 adults\, $60 youth & BHSU students\nINDIVIDUAL Tickets to the general public go on sale on Sept. 1\, 2016. $25 adults\, $10 youth & BHSU students\n\n\nLEARN MORE about The Ennis Sisters (Videos too!) \n\n  \n\nShow Details:\n\nBUY TICKETSOn Sale 9/1/16\n\nJanuary 12\, 2017  Thursday: 7:30 p.m.\nTickets:\n$25 for Adults $10 for Youth and BHSU students
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CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170111T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170111T130000
DTSTAMP:20260617T025133
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SUMMARY:2017 Bellman Brown Bag: Life & Times of a WWII Royal Air Force Spitfire Pilot
DESCRIPTION:The Life & Times of a WWII Royal Air Force Spitfire Pilot \nWWII RAF fighter pilot John Wilkinson\, now an American citizen living in Spearfish\, flew the historic Spitfire and Hurricane fighters.  He will share some of his experiences and discuss his flying technique.  \nExcerpt from Nov. 11\, 2014\, article in the Black Hills Pioneer (by Jaci Conrad Pearson)While a teenager\, Wilkinson found no redeeming qualities in the spoils of World War II\, volunteering to fight in England’s Royal Air Force nurtured this fighter pilot’s passion for flying and dog fighting that still shines through to this day. \n“Much can be said about the futility of war\, but when one’s homeland is attacked and freedom is in jeopardy\, those who can must spring to arms\,” Wilkinson said. “In my case\, I became a Royal Air Force fighter pilot and served with 41 Squadron.” \nWilkinson\, just 18 years old in 1941 when he enlisted to join English forces and volunteered for flight training\, further explained his reason for signing up to join the war effort.   READ entire article. \nNOTE: This presentation was originally scheduled in Nov. 2015.   \nWhat is the Bellman?\nThe 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.
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CATEGORIES:Lectures & Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170111T170000
DTSTAMP:20260617T025133
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SUMMARY:REGISTRATION: 38th Winter Art Show
DESCRIPTION:It’s our 38th year for the Winter Art Show – for ages pre-school to +++\, amateurs or professionals!  \nREGISTRATION DAYS\nJAN.11-1410 a.m. to 5 p.m. in The Matthews Art Gallery. All artwork must be ready to framed and ready to hang. Have your application FILLED OUT and ready to go when you arrive. \nAPPLICATION\n2017 Winter Art Show Application – Download and read it through. Some of the children’s categories have reduced fees this year! \n\nLEARN ALL ABOUT the Winter Art Show
URL:https://matthewsopera2026.tdgwebhost.com/event/registration-38th-winter-art-show/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170102T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170102T170000
DTSTAMP:20260617T025133
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SUMMARY:CLOSED: Winter Hours
DESCRIPTION:Winters hours are in effect Jan. 1\, 2017 to April 30\, 2017 \nTuesdays through Saturdays\, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. \n 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20161227T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20161231T170000
DTSTAMP:20260617T025133
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SUMMARY:ART EXHIBIT: The Pillar Project
DESCRIPTION:The Matthews celebrates its 110-year anniversary with a school residency art workshop titled\, “The Pillar Project.” The eleven finished pillars\, one for each decade of The Matthews being the cultural heart of Spearfish\, will be on display in the art gallery during business hours\, Nov. 14-Dec. 16.   \nSpringfield\, SD visual artist\, Cheryl Halsey\, brings her unique cylinder\, also referred to as pillars\, technique\, and instruction to three schools in Spearfish. The project is a celebration of our community’s continued support of the arts over the last 110 years. It is to be a historical representation of local\, national\, and global history. These workshops are part of the South Dakota Arts Council’s Artists In Schools & Communities program.  \n\nLEARN MORE.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20161219T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20161224T170000
DTSTAMP:20260617T025133
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SUMMARY:ART EXHIBIT: The Pillar Project
DESCRIPTION:The Matthews celebrates its 110-year anniversary with a school residency art workshop titled\, “The Pillar Project.” The eleven finished pillars\, one for each decade of The Matthews being the cultural heart of Spearfish\, will be on display in the art gallery during business hours\, Nov. 14-Dec. 16.   \nSpringfield\, SD visual artist\, Cheryl Halsey\, brings her unique cylinder\, also referred to as pillars\, technique\, and instruction to three schools in Spearfish. The project is a celebration of our community’s continued support of the arts over the last 110 years. It is to be a historical representation of local\, national\, and global history. These workshops are part of the South Dakota Arts Council’s Artists In Schools & Communities program.  \n\nLEARN MORE.
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