May 07 Tuesday
The South Dakota Art Museum invites you to experience "Primordial Shift: The Art of Michael Meilahn" a captivating exhibition of numerous large-scale works by the renowned glass artist, Michael "Mick" Meilahn. The monumental title installation features 32 hand-blown glass ears of corn, each around four to six feet tall, which are suspended from the Museum’s ceiling on cast bronze and blown glass stalks. The ears of corn and are illuminated by a video and audio projection of the artist’s family farm.
An artist and farmer, Meilahn learned glassmaking as a university student in Wisconsin in the 1970s and subsequently participated in the wave that became the American Studio Glass Movement. Through his work, Meilhan crafts a visual dialogue about the genetic modification of corn that invites reflection on humanity's evolving relationship with nature and the intricate interplay of science, agriculture and art.
Curated by David J. Wagner, Ph.D.
Termespheres® provide "an optical illusion: an inside-out view of the total physical world around you on the outside surface of a hanging and rotating sphere. [They] capture the up, down and all around visual world from one revolving point in space. Most of the time these spheres are painted on the outside so it takes a six-point perspective system to keep all of this environment around you organized," Dick Termes said.
Explore the mesmerizing world of Dick Termes through this large selection of Termespheres®. Termes was raised in Spearfish, received his bachelor’s degree in education from Black Hills State University and began a career as an educator. It was during this period that Termes discovered his passion for sharing ideas. Eventually he decided to pursue his own art full-time and in 1992, he opened the Termesphere Gallery just outside of Spearfish that has been visited by thousands of art enthusiasts from around the globe.
You can also enter the world of Termes through a virtual reality experience, which will be available for use in-person.
May 08 Wednesday
This event is meant to empower and encourage women to participate in the community! During this event, you will help build on one of our partner family homes. Participants will work under the guidance of construction professionals, and also alongside other volunteers and future Habitat homeowners. No experience is necessary! Spots are available May 8th, 9th, 10th, or 11th.
Story Time (Ages 2-5yrs)Story Time introduces your child to the incredible world of language and books through stories, songs, and activities. This program is designed to help prepare your child for successful school experiences using early literacy components, and it’s a great opportunity for your child to develop social skills and make friends. Topics and themes change each program. Story time generally lasts 30 minutes and no registration required. Caregivers are expected to attend.When: Every other Wednesday starting January 17th through March 27th Time: 10:00-10:30AMRegistration: No registration required
Come to the Sturgis Public Library on Wednesday, May 8th, at 11am for Preschool Storytime for ages 3-6. Celebrate literacy with movement, stories and crafts every Wednesday with Miss Sierra.
Fun isn’t just for the kids!
Exclusively open to our Senior Guests ages 60 and above, slide in to experience the Waterpark with a calm & quiet environment. Enjoy the Lazy River, the Oasis Hot Tub, and the Activities Pool during our Senior Swim hours! Water you waiting for?
Every Wednesday in April from 1pm to 3pmAges 60+ | $5 per person*
Tickets: https://bit.ly/WaTikiSeniorSwim
*No discounts or coupons can be applied during Senior Swim. Management reserves all rights.
Make a splash with Koko and his krew to honor Autism Acceptance Month with Sensory Sensitive Days, specially designed days for those who benefit from a calmer environment!
Every Wednesday in April, we'll turn off our most disruptive feature - Koko's Bucket. In addition, we will be offering 50% off General Admission for Guests under 12 or anyone wearing a shirt adorned with a puzzle piece or vibrant rainbow colors.
Throughout April, our park will shine bright with rainbow lights, symbolizing unity and support for individuals on The Spectrum.
Art Expressions Gallery 5:00 start at Art Expressions Gallery in Custer, where you will be greeted by Paul Horsted and other artists of the area. Paul will be signing prints for the first 40 people who purchase tickets, + VIP seating for the dinner. Tickets will be handed out during this time. Hors d'oeuvres & Beverage - social time6:00 Head to the Custer Beacon where a family style dinner will be served, appetizers, steak, vegetables, and potato + dessert. (full menu on the Custer Beacon's website).7:00 Paul Horsted presents. Paul's program will include how he obtains the documental photos that he features in his book series. Plus more..... The purpose of this gathering is to promote the many artists in the Custer area, to bring in new faces and to enjoy the wide variety of art in our gallery.Hope you can attend!