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March

MONDAYS Mini Makers Hours Pre-K kids are invited to come build, explore, and create with their guardians. 9-11 a.m., makeSPACE, 517 W. Jackson Blvd., Spearfish

MONDAYS Kids Night Take your kids for a free meal! Up to two kids per adult meal eat free and receive ice cream. 4-8 p.m., Sickies Garage, 3313 E. Mall Dr., Rapid City, 605-716-7690

TUESDAYS Toddlers Story Time Join us for songs, music, and stories. 9:30 a.m., Grace Balloch Memorial Library, 625 N. 5th St., Spearfish, 605-642-1330

TUESDAYS & WEDNESDAYS Pre-K Story Time Join us for stories and crafts/activities. 10:30 a.m., Grace Balloch Memorial Library, 625 N. 5th St., Spearfish, 605-642-1330

WEDNESDAYS Story Time Listen to a story, participate in a craft and eat some snacks. Families don’t need to have a library card to participate. 11:15 a.m., Phoebe Apperson Hearst Library, 315 W. Main St., Lead, 605-584-2013 THURSDAYS Imagination Club Enjoy a different activity each week. 3:30 p.m., Hill City Public Library, 341 Main St., Hill City, 605-574-4529

THURSDAYS Learning from the Masters Great for high school students, this class gives kids the opportunity to test out various mediums while exploring the lives and art of some of history’s greatest artists. Register online. 7-9 p.m., Dahl Arts Center, 713 7th St., Rapid City, 605-394-4101

FRIDAYS (EXCLUDING 13TH) Family Skate Night Open skating for all ages! $3 admission, $2 skate rental. Concessions are available. 5:30-7:30 p.m., Handley Recreation Center, 845 Miners Ave., Lead, 605-580-5535

SATURDAYS Children’s Story Time Open to kids of all ages; come read a story, do crafts, sing and eat snacks! 10-11 a.m., BHSU Jacket Zone, 617 Main St., Spearfish, 605-717-5801

SATURDAYS Fun Size Painting Class Participate in a 90-minute painting class. Recommended for painters 8+. 2-3:30 p.m., Canvas 2 Paint, 632 St. Joseph St., Rapid City, 605-716-3325

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Friday 6 Parents’ Night Out Let your kids be entertained by CPR and first aid certified staff for an evening out with your significant other and friends. Dinner, snacks, fun, and games provided. 5:30-9 p.m., YMCA of Rapid City, 815 Kansas City St., Rapid City, 605-718-9622 Date Night: Saturday 7 Rapid City Heart Ball 5:30 p.m., Rushmore Plaza Civic Center, 444 N. Mt. Rushmore Rd., Rapid City, 605-394-4115

Saturday 7-8 2020 Home & Sport Show Come take a look at what 100 Spearfish Home and Outdoor businesses have to offer this year. All-day, Donald E. Young Center, 1200 University St., Unit 9400, Spearfish, 605-643-6096

Sunday 8 Daylight Saving Time Spring forward!

Friday 6-8 Rapid City Regional Competition Celebration Talent is hosting a professionally run family-friendly event showing off rising and shining stars and everything in between. 6-8 p.m., Rushmore Plaza Civic Center, 444 N. Mt. Rushmore Rd., Rapid City, 605-394-4115

Saturday 7 Rush Hockey Game: Princess Night Cheer on the Rapid City Rush as they face the Utah Grizzlies and enjoy a special performance at intermission by the Mini Miners Camp. 7-10 p.m., Rushmore Plaza Civic Center, 444 N. Mt. Rushmore Rd., Rapid City, 605-394-4115 Wednesday 11 Tweens Get Crafty Join us for a fun craft. Ages 10+. 9:30 a.m., Grace Balloch Memorial Library, 625 N. 5th St., Spearfish, 605-642-1330

Friday 13-14 Middle School Retreat All youth in grades 6-9 are welcome to take some time away to experience camp in the spring. We will gather in the community, have fun, eat good food and enjoy the outdoors! Register Online. 7 p.m., Outlaw Ranch, 12703 Outlaw Ranch Rd., Custer, 605-274-5326

Saturday 14 Rush Hockey Game: Thrillers Night Rapid City Rush vs. Idaho Steelheads. 7-10 p.m., Rushmore Plaza Civic Center, 444 N. Mt. Rushmore Rd., Rapid City, 605-394-4115

Saturday 14 Sturgis Indoor Winter Market Take the family for a stroll through the monthly local crafts and produce vendors. 9 a.m.-1 p.m., 920 HarleyDavidson Way, Sturgis, 605-347-2556

Sunday 15 Rush Hockey Game: Faith and Family Night Watch the Rapid City Rush game against the Idaho Steelheads and skate with the team afterward, win or lose! 4-8 p.m., Rushmore Plaza Civic Center, 444 N. Mt. Rushmore Rd., Rapid City, 605-394-4115

Mondays 16, 23, 30 Oil Painting - Landscapes Great for high school students! These classes will teach you to use oil painting in a realistic manner to create landscapes. Register online. $80/member; $85/ non-member. 6:30-8:30 p.m., Dahl Arts Center, 713 7th St., Rapid City, 605-394-4101

Monday 16 Community Showcase & Health Fair Join Sturgis in the annual event that invites community nonprofits to display booths and generate awareness of their missions. The Greater Sturgis Lifecare Foundation also hosts a Chili & Soup Cookoff. The event is open to the public. 5-7 p.m., Sturgis Community Center Gymnasium, 1401 Lazelle St., Sturgis, 605-347-6513

Tuesday 17 St. Patrick’s Day Wednesday 18 Baby Shark Live! Take your kids to see a one of a kind concert. Your kids will love the full experience as they take an adventure into the sea with Baby Shark and join up with his friend Pinkfong to sing and dance through some favorite new and classic songs! 6-7:30 p.m., Rushmore Plaza Civic Center, 444 N. Mt. Rushmore Rd., Rapid City, 605-394-4115

Saturday 21 Quilting Youth Workshop Celebrate National Quilting Day and discover how quilting has become a popular pastime for South Dakota and Deadwood residents. For students K-6. Reservations required. 10 a.m.-noon, Days of ‘76 Museum, 18 76th Dr., Deadwood, 605-578-1657

Date Night: Tuesday 24 Shen Yun Shen Yun, a nonprofit based in New York, is now bringing the wonders of this ancient civilization to millions of people across the globe. 7-9:30 p.m., Rushmore Plaza Civic Center, 444 N. Mt. Rushmore Rd., Rapid City, 800-468-6463 Thursday 26 Souper Starz Dinner Join us for a crowdfunding dinner celebrating creative projects in your local community. $10, 6:30-7 p.m., Shepherd of The Hills, 825 W. Main St., Lead, 605-722-4670

Friday 27 Family Night For current members and families only. Join us for dinner, games, and prizes! 5:30-8 p.m., The Club for Boys, 320 N 4th St., Rapid City, 605-343-3500

Friday 27-28 Earth Hour Overnight Girl Scouts Dakota Horizons is committed to making a difference by taking part in the worldwide Earth Hour movement to reduce energy usage. Girls will take part in a special lighting ceremony, participate in

Tuesday 24 Doolin’ One of the most innovative bands of the Irish music scene, Doolin’ is comprised of six accomplished and eclectic musicians who have quickly gained fame through their music. Come watch their evening performance. Tickets are $25 for adults and $10 for youth or BHSU students. 7:30 p.m., Matthews Opera House, 616 N. Main St., Spearfish, 605-642-7973 glow-in-the-dark activities, and learn about Tree Kangaroos. Register online. $37, 6 p.m.-9 a.m., Girl Scouts Dakota Horizons, 1202 E. Saint Francis St., Rapid City

Saturday 28 Northern Hills Polar Plunge Join in the fun at this annual fundraiser by South Dakota Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics SD. Dive into frigid waters for a cause, and bring the whole family to enjoy the new ice skating rink at Outlaw Square. Register Online. 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Outlaw Square, 703 Main Street, Deadwood

Saturday 28 RFK’s Annual Auction ‘Glitz and Glam’ Realtors for Kids is hosting its annual auction at the Lodge at Deadwood. 6-9 p.m., The Lodge at Deadwood, 100 Pine Crest Lane, Deadwood, 605-722-0181

Saturday 14 4GMX Indoor Motocross Series Riders range from 4 years old to professional and come from all over the Midwest to Canada racing for the big check. 6:30-10 p.m., James Kjerstad Events Center, 915 Centre St., Rapid City, 605-391-5089

Weekly Fun

April

MONDAYS Mini Makers Hours Pre-K kids are invited to come build, explore, and create with their guardians. 9-11 a.m., makeSPACE, 517 W. Jackson Blvd., Spearfish

TUESDAYS (ENDS 21) Toddlers Story Time Join us for songs, music, and stories in a story time. 9:30 a.m., Grace Balloch Memorial Library, 625 N. 5th St., Spearfish, 605-642-1330

WEDNESDAYS Story Time Listen to a story, participate in a craft and eat some snacks. Families don’t need to have a library card to participate. 11:15 a.m., Phoebe Apperson Hearst Library, 315 W. Main St., Lead, 605-584-2013

THURSDAYS Imagination Club Every Thursday throughout the school year for all kids! 3:30 p.m., Hill City Public Library, 341 Main St, Hill City, 605-574-4529

FRIDAYS (EXCEPT THE 10TH) Family Skate Night Open skating for all ages! $3 admission, $2 skate rental. 5:30-7:30 p.m., Handley Recreation Center, 845 Miners Ave., Lead, 605-580-5535

SATURDAYS Children’s Story Time Open to kids of all ages. 10-1 a.m., BHSU Jacket Zone, 617 Main St., Spearfish, 605-717-5801

SATURDAYS Fun Size Painting Class Fun for the whole family; recommended for painters 8+. 2-3:30 p.m., Canvas 2 Paint, 632 St. Joseph St., Rapid City, 605-716-3325 Wednesday 1 LEGO Club Ages five to eight are encouraged to come for an afternoon of LEGO fun! 3:30-4:30 p.m., Grace Balloch Memorial Library, 625 N. 5th St., Spearfish, 605-642-1330

Thursday 2 Bump and Baby Expo Services, products and booths will be set up to answer questions and provide information for moms-to-be, new moms, babies and families in the Black Hills Area. 4-7.30 p.m., Evergreen Media, 329 Main St., Rapid City, (605) 343-7684

Thursday 2-5 Spring Craft Retreat Do your kids like to craft or scrapbook? Register them online for a fun weekend of uninterrupted crafting, fellowship and good food! Cedar Canyon Camp, 5130 Memorial Rd., Rapid City, 605-343-4394

Friday 3 First Friday Skate Night All ages are welcome! 5:30-8:30 p.m., Spearfish Rec Center, Lookout Room, 122 Recreation Lane, Spearfish, 605-722-1430

Friday 3-5 25th Annual Youth & Family Services Kids Fair For 25 years, Kids Fair has provided children with a safe place to be active and engage in fun, hands-on activities while spending time with their families! 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Fri/Sat, 12-4 p.m. Sun, Rushmore Plaza Civic Center, 444 N Mount Rushmore Rd., Rapid City Saturday 4 Summer Expo Sign up for your kids’ summer of classes, camps, and workshops all in one place! Best for children ages 5-13. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Evergreen Media, 329 Main Street, Ste. 1, Rapid City, 605-343-7684

Saturday 4 2020 Rapid City Polar Plunge 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Black Hills Harley-Davidson, 2820 Harley Dr., Rapid City

Saturday 4 Rush Hockey Game: Fan Appreciation Night Rapid City Rush vs. Kansas City Mavericks 7-10 p.m., Rushmore Plaza Civic Center, 444 N. Mount Rushmore Rd., Rapid City, 605-394-4115

Saturday 4 Hill City Community Easter Egg Hunt 10 a.m., Hill City Visitor Center, 23935 Hwy. 385, Hill City, 605-355-3700

Saturday 4-5 2020 Diggers Softball Clinic Are your girls interested in softball? Sign them up for the FREE clinic if you live in the Lead-Deadwood School District. Times vary, Handley Recreation Center, 845 Miners Ave., Lead

Saturday 11 Easter Egg Hunt 10 a.m., Michael J. Fitzmaurice State Veterans Home, 2500 Minnekahta Ave., Hot Springs Saturday 11 Hoppy Easter Eggs-perience Bring the whole family for cuddles from your favorite critters, an egg hunt, prizes, horseback rides, and the chance to get a picture with the Easter Bunny himself! 2-5 p.m., The Charm Farm, 14970 Eagle Ranch Rd., Box Elder, 605-430-8265

Saturday 11-12 Spring Fling Fun & Glow Egg Hunt! Included with the purchase of a cave ticket, your kids can enjoy face painting, games with prizes, and photo ops with the Easter Bunny. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Rush Mountain Adventure Park, 13622 Hwy. 40, Keystone, 605-255-4384

Sunday 12 Easter Sunday

Saturday 18 Sturgis Indoor WinterMarket Take the family for a stroll through the local crafts and produce vendors. 9 a.m.-1 p.m., 920 HarleyDavidson Way, Sturgis, 605-347-2556

Wednesday 22 Earth Day

Friday 24 Family Fun Night: A Fantastic Beast Party Come enjoy movies, refreshments and fun activities for the whole family. 5:15 p.m., Hill City Public Library, 341 Main St., Hill City, 605-574-4529

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May

MONDAYS Mini Makers Hours Pre-K kids are invited to come build, explore, and create with their guardian! 9-11 a.m., makeSPACE, 517 W. Jackson Blvd., Spearfish

MONDAYS Kids Night Take your kids for a free meal. Up to two kids per adult meal eat free and receive ice cream. 4-8 p.m., Sickies Garage, 3313 E. Mall Dr., Rapid City, 605-716-7690

WEDNESDAYS Story Time Listen to a story, participate in a craft and eat some snacks. Families don’t need to have a library card to participate. 11:15 a.m., Phoebe Apperson Hearst Library, 315 W. Main St., Lead, 605-584-2013

THURSDAYS Imagination Club Every Thursday throughout the school year for all kids! 3:30 p.m., Hill City Public Library, 341 Main St, Hill City, 605-574-4529

FRIDAYS Family Skate Night Open skating for all ages! 5:30-7:30 p.m., Handley Recreation Center, 845 Miners Ave., Lead, 605- 580-5535

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Children’s Story Time Come read a story, do crafts, sing and eat snacks! 10-11 a.m., BHSU Jacket Zone, 617 Main St., Spearfish, 605-717-5801 Friday 1 Parents Night Out Take a night to yourself and let your kids be entertained by CPR and first aid certified staff for an evening out with your significant other and friends. Dinner, snacks, fun and games await your children at no additional cost! Registration required. 5:30-9 p.m., YMCA of Rapid City, 815 Kansas City Street, Rapid City, 605-718-9622

Friday 1 First Friday Skate Night All ages are welcome! 5:30-8:30 p.m., Spearfish Rec Center, Lookout Room, 122 Recreation Lane, Spearfish, 605-722-1430

Saturday 2 Celebrating 20 Years Join Academy of Dance Arts in Celebrating 20 Years with two anniversary shows. Tickets available at Civic Center Box Office Showings: Munckinland: 10 a.m. & 1 p.m. and Over The Rainbow: 6 p.m. Rushmore Plaza Civic Center, 444 N. Mt. Rushmore Rd., Rapid City, 605-342-4426 Saturday 9 Black Hills Speedway Kart Track $12/general admission; kids under 4 feet are free. 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Black Hills Speedway, 2467 Jolly Ln, Rapid City, 307-257-9589

Sunday 10 Mother’s Day

Wednesday 13 Tweens Get Crafty 3:30-4:30 p.m., Grace Balloch Memorial Library, 625 N. 5th St., Spearfish, 605-642-1330

Saturday 16 Black Hills Walk for Wishes The 8th annual, familyfriendly event is a fun morning of exercise, activities and camaraderie. Register Online. 8:30 a.m.-noon, Main Street Square, 526 Main St., Rapid City, 605-716-7979

Saturday 16 Black Hills Kart Racing Season Opener $12/general admission; kids under 4 feet are free. 7-11 p.m., Official Jackpine Gypsies Motorcycle Club, 1216 Short Track Rd., Sturgis 307-257-9589

Saturday 2 Spring City-Wide Yard Sale All day, various locations around Sturgis, 605-347-2556

Wednesday 6 LEGO Club Ages five to eight are encouraged to come for an afternoon of LEGO fun! 3:30-4:30 p.m., Grace Balloch Memorial Library, 625 N. 5th St., Spearfish, 605-642-1330 Friday 22 Mount Rushmore Evening Lighting Ceremony The Evening Lighting Ceremony begins the Friday before Memorial Day and continues every Friday night until September 30. 9 p.m, Mount Rushmore, 13000 Hwy. 244, Keystone, 605-574-2523 Friday 22 Legends in Light Enjoy a a giant 500- foot “screen” of colorful animations and sound effects on the mountainside. Time varies based on sunset, Crazy Horse Memorial, 12151 Ave. of the Chiefs, Crazy Horse, 605-673-4681

Monday 25 Memorial Day

Monday 25 Monday Night at the Movies Come with your chairs & blankets to claim your spot! 7-9 p.m., Outlaw Square, 735 Main St., Deadwood, 605-578-1876

Wednesday 27 Summer Concert Series Outlaw Square kicks off its summer concert series. Join them on Wednesdays for a fabulous night of music featuring local, regional and national bands. 7-9 p.m., Outlaw Square, 735 Main St., Deadwood, 605-578-1876

Thursday 28 Deadwood History Family Fun Night 6-7:30 p.m., Outlaw Square, 735 Main St., Deadwood, 605-578-1876

Saturday 30 Black Hills Kart Raceway feat. The Rookie Division $12/general admission; kids under 4 feet are free. 7-11 p.m., Official Jackpine Gypsies Motorcycle Club, 1216 Short Track Road, Sturgis 307-257-9589

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