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  • Movie: The Namesake

    Showing of the movie, "The Namesake."  This movie was made from the book of the same name.  "The Namesake" by Jhumpa Lahiri is The Big Read book the community of Spearfish has been reading. CLICK for more details.              

  • Big Read KICK-OFF Events – (CLICK)

    The Matthews Opera House and Arts Center and the City of Spearfish kick-off the Big Read celebration of "The Maltese Falcon" by Dashiell Hammett, with six events starting at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 9. The Big Read in Spearfish, SD is presented in partnership with The Matthews, Grace Balloch Memorial Library, Black Hills State ... Read more

  • Community Art Project: Detective Notebooks (BIG READ)

    Every second Tuesday during The Big Read (Jan - March), a free community art project will take place in the art gallery. In January, we are making handmade books to be used as a detective notebook or personal journal.  All materials to create your own detective masterpiece are supplied. All ages are invited to join in.  This ... Read more

  • LIVE CONCERT: Johnny Boyd – The Cocktail Crooner

    This is going to be a fun night at The Matthews. Singer, songwriter, and swing lover, Johnny Boyd takes The Matthews’ stage at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 23, 2016. The performance will take place at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 23.  This is the third event in our 2015-16 Subscription Series.   Boyd has the romanticism of ... Read more

    $10 – $25

  • Community Art Project: Secret Book Boxes (BIG READ)

    Join us in making secret book boxes for holding treasured keepsakes.  The Matthews staff will walk you through the process.  Our FEBRUARY community art project will be held Feb. 9, 4-6 p.m. It involves creating your own Secret Books. The Matthews staff will walk you through the process of hollowing out old books and creating ... Read more

    FREE!

  • Detective Cosplay Game Night (BIG READ)

    Cosplay dress-up event that includes detective and mystery-themed games and fashion show.  Awards for the best male and female detective costumes.  Cosplay is a popular social movement where people dress up as characters from movies, books, and video games.  The night will include detective themed board games, a fashion show, and prizes for the best ... Read more

    Free!

  • COMMUNITY THEATRE: “The Maltese Falcon Radio Show” (Big Read Event)

    This is the LUX Radio Theatre version of “The Maltese Falcon” which was aired in 1942.It is a Film Noir.  A mystery with a hardened P.I; a real looker vamp and bad girl; the Girl Friday; the best bad guys, and some hoods looking to make a name. It has everything, except the happy ending. LEARN ... Read more

    $5 – $15

  • COMMUNITY THEATRE: “The Maltese Falcon Radio Show” (Big Read Event)

    This is the LUX Radio Theatre version of “The Maltese Falcon” which was aired in 1942.It is a Film Noir.  A mystery with a hardened P.I; a real looker vamp and bad girl; the Girl Friday; the best bad guys, and some hoods looking to make a name. It has everything, except the happy ending. LEARN ... Read more

    $5 – $15

  • COMMUNITY THEATRE: “The Maltese Falcon Radio Show” (Big Read Event)

    This is the LUX Radio Theatre version of “The Maltese Falcon” which was aired in 1942.It is a Film Noir.  A mystery with a hardened P.I; a real looker vamp and bad girl; the Girl Friday; the best bad guys, and some hoods looking to make a name. It has everything, except the happy ending. LEARN ... Read more

    $5 – $15

  • “The Maltese Falcon” Book Discussion (BIG READ)

    The community (all ages) is invited to discuss Dashiell Hammett's novel, "The Maltese Falcon." This book is our 2016 Big Read Spearfish selection. This event is being held in the art gallery. Refreshments.FREE.      The Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.  

  • CROW PEAK Speakeasy Night (BIG READ)

    It's a 1920s speakeasy special event held for one night only at Crow Peak Brewery, 125 W. Highway 14.Come dressed (if you like) as a 1920s citizen.  You'll need to know the password to get in.  Get the Word.CLICK HERE to learn more about the event and get the password.    The Big Read is a program ... Read more

    FREE

  • Community Art Project: Book Feathers (The Big Read)

    The Matthews Opera House is hosting monthly community art projects in association with The Big Read.  These projects will be held the second Tuesday, January through March, in the Matthews Gallery.  The next community art project will be held 4-6 p.m., Tuesday, Mar. 8, in the art gallery.  The class involves creating paper feathers from ... Read more

    FREE