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6 Editor’s Note Happening 8 What’s News you can use.

Make the Most of It 12 Cost effective tips, tricks, and ideas.

Walking Buddy 13 Benefits for you and your furry friend.

Cover Family 14 Four boys under five calls for Super Mom and Super Dad.

From the Newsroom Just Do It 20 34 The truth behind to the Nursery This mom’s got it going on. procrastination and how

22 10 Art projects for spring.

Fingers and Toes

Daddy S.O.S. 23 How dads gear up for delivery day.

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Spring is for 36 Sprucing 8 affordable home

improvements to boost value.

Making an impact 40 A passion for kids’ lives in the Black Hills is

Myths 269TheAllergy truth behind them. what fuels this leader.

So Long Snow Summer Camps 30 Say hello to hay 42 Time to start thinking fever and Spring allergies. about camp.

A Little Each Day Is It’s a Family 18 32 All It Takes Business Top 10 ways to be better for An opportunity they our kids—and ourselves—in 2015.

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View from the Mirror 45 What’s your view from the driver’s seat?

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there’s a superhero in all of us The Merriam Webster dictionary defines a hero as “a person who is admired for great or brave acts, or fine qualities.” You don’t need to tell us that parenting requires bravery and fine qualities. But in case you need convincing, this issue includes superhero moms, dads, and kids who show us how they face each new day with a resolution.

Even superheroes need ideas to keep it fresh. To enhance the superpowers of our heroes (that’s you, our readers) we included a list of spring storybooks, an extensive calendar of family events, and super art projects for inspiration.

In this issue we introduce you to a few parents that would never describe themselves as superheroes, but we think they’re pretty super.

Different people have different heroes whom they look up to, and whomever they may be, they all possess certain superhero qualities like these, which set them apart.

Courage. This is the first and the foremost quality of a hero. A hero overcomes their fears and confronts any challenge head on. Lyndsey Ackley shares her ideas on how to confront the little things each day.

Sacrifice. A parent is always quite willing to cast off their personal preference and personal comforts for the welfare of their children.

Julie Oberlander shares what every parent feels.

Conviction. Heroes have a strong conviction as they have strong beliefs regarding a particular situation. It is a set of unshakable thoughts or beliefs, which cannot be altered by any chance. That’s Chris Parrish, Young Life Associate Director.

Perseverance. This quality is what that makes Jason and Melissa Mez special. Even if they encounter bumps along the way, they are determined to do the best they can and fight till they achieve success.

Determination. For two high school athletes the word “Impossible” always decomposes to yield “I am possible.” These two Level 10 gymnasts are unflinching in their determination and belief in their ability without the whiff of doubt.

Compassion. A true hero is always empathetic, kind and shows a great deal of compassion and tenderness to those ailing or in distress, and that sounds like our new daddies on page 23.

Dedication. Heroes are selflessly dedicated to their task and will thus focus their actions towards its achievement. Read Jimmy and Jennifer Dettman’s story and see how they whole-heartedly dedicate themselves to the task.

Enjoy spring with all of the hope and new life it will bring. We will be.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING

HANDS UP. WHO WANTS TO GO TO BIG SCHOOL? Parents will need to call the school two weeks prior to their school’s screening dates in order to schedule their appointment. Plan to attend the appointment with your child for approximately one hour.

March Signals Kindergarten Registration and Screening For the 2015-2016 School Year

By Christy Hammond Kindergarten preregistration and spring screening starts in March and continues into May for the Black Hills area communities. It’s not a requirement in order for your preschooler to join the ranks of being a big kid and attend elementary school, but it’s helpful for a few different reasons.

First, the screening process, which tests language and speech, vision, hearing, small and large motor skills, allows the kindergarten teachers at your child’s school to be ready for the wide spectrum of needs and skill levels of incoming students. It’s important to remember this is not a pass or fail test.

Your child isn’t going to

answer a question wrong and be barred from starting school.

Another reason the screening is helpful is that it allows the school districts a chance to identify and remediate a speech therapy need or learning disability.

By identifying these areas early, the school district can provide the needed services right from the beginning.

Additionally, the screening gives parents a snapshot of their child’s skills. Parents can take advantage of this information and use the summer to work on areas that need some extra TLC.

THINGS TO REMEMBER: Kindergarten registrations are taken on a first-come, first-serve basis during screening.

State law requires your child to be five years old on or before September 1 of the year they will be attending Kindergarten.

Immunizations should be completed prior to the first day of school.

WHAT TO BRING TO SCREENING: • A certified copy of your child’s birth certificate.

• Immunization records.

• Your child’s Social Security card.

• Parent/guardian photo ID.

Spring Forward on Sunday, March 8 Day Light Savings Time is a change in the standard time with the purpose of making better use of daylight and conserving energy.

The DST schedule in the U.S. has been revised several times throughout the years. From 1987 to 2006, the country observed DST for about seven months each 8 BLACK HILLS PARENT

year. The current schedule was introduced in 2007 and follows the Energy Policy Act of 2005, which extended the period by about one month.

Today, DST starts on the second Sunday in March and ends on the first Sunday in November.

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Classroom Cash Awarded Ms. Kelsey Wilson at South Park Elementary School will be using the Classroom Cash Grant award for her 5th grade ecosystem lesson.

“We take time to look at different types of ecosystems and within that would be the food chains and webs of different animals,” explains Kelsey.

Owl pellet dissection will teach the students in a hands-on way about what type of food the owls depend on. Stepping away from the textbooks and diving deeper into the learning material will be something Kelsey’s students will be able to share with others.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING

Plant a Tree

Awesome Athletes Level 10 gymnastics is the highest level to be achieved in the USA Gymnastics Junior Olympic Program, and Rapid City Gymnastic Academy is honored to be the home gym of two athletes performing at this level.

Joseph Carlin, a sophomore at St. Thomas More, can be found most nights, and even some weekends, at Rapid City Gymnastics Academy working on his routines.

His favorites are the high bar and pommel horse. A great moment for him was when he was 13 years old; he learned how to do his first release off the high bar.

Joe is part of the only gymnastics boy’s team in the entire state of South Dakota and will compete in seven or eight gymnastic meets that run from January through April.

Joe hopes to obtain a gymnastics scholarship and attend college in either Minnesota, Nebraska, or the Air Force Academy.

Chelsey Christensen, a sophomore at Central High School, is in her third year of Level 10 gymnastics competition.

She has been in gymnastics since she was two years old, and the hard work and training over the years has earned Chelsey the status of the only current Level 10 female gymnast in Rapid City.

Chelsey’s favorite events are the uneven bars and floor exercise, and she is training in hopes of earning a repeat opportunity to compete at the 2015 State and National competitions. This young woman hopes her success will inspire other female gymnasts in the area.

A Day for You and Mini-Me

As Level 10 gymnasts, both Joe and Chelsey have displayed the commitment, skill, and dedication it takes to become two of the best gymnasts in the United States.

Congratulations, and best of luck to these two awesome athletes.

On April 24, the nation will be celebrating Arbor (Latin, meaning tree) Day, a day that encourages citizens to plant and care for trees. One idea on how to celebrate is to mark your milestones–a marriage, new baby, or new house–with a tree that grows along with you. Take a trip to your local nursery to see what’s available and to get new ideas.

South Dakota’s state tree is the Black Hills Spruce.

The first American Arbor Day was originated in Nebraska City, Nebraska. On April 10, 1872, an estimated one million trees were planted in Nebraska.

Celebrate Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day Thursday, April 23. This is a great opportunity to entice your children in careers and show them what you do at work.

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Kids Fair

Join more than 11,000 people this spring at the Rushmore Plaza Civic Center for the Youth & Family Services’ Kids Fair.

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The Hunt is On

Sunday, April 5 is the day the Easter Bunny will be hopping his way around your neighborhood. But, where did all these traditions we hold for Easter come from? Isn’t it bizarre to be hunting for decorated eggs?

Since the 17th century, it has been known that the Easter Bunny brings the eggs, but traditionally, egg hunts started as a symbolism of Jesus’ tomb and the search for him after he rose.

The joy that it brings children when they find the egg is paralleled to the women’s emotion when they found the tomb was empty.

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MAKING THE MOST OF IT

GET CRACKIN’

SPRING GARDEN SEEDLING STARTERS Egg cartons: Cardboard egg cartons can be used to start a dozen seedlings, and then cut apart to plant each one when it’s time to plant them in the garden.

There’s no need to remove the plants from the pots before planting, as the cardboard will break down in the soil as the plant grows.

ONLINE & ON THE GO!

Did you know that 3.3 percent of total U.S. grocery spending is online? Family Thrift Center has joined this new timesaving trend with their “Online & On The Go” shopping option. Pick your location, click what you need, then head to the drive through to pick up your purchases. Welcome your weekends back and save time by online shopping!

3 USES FOR EGGSHELLS

If you’ve got egg cartons, you probably have eggshells as well, and while they can be crushed to make a great soil or compost pile additive, eggshell halves can be used as seedling pots as well.

A small hole will need to be punched in the bottom of each shell for drainage.

EGGCEPTIONALLY GREAT IDEAS

It’s been 15 years since the American Heart Association gave the green light to enjoy eggs once again. Every egg contains highquality protein, and is powerpacked with iron, vitamins, minerals, and disease-fighting nutrients like lutein and zeaxanthin. To best take advantage of this little powerhouse, keep your eggs fresh by refrigerating them in their carton to prevent the eggs from absorbing strong odors and other flavors of food.

Quick Tip Serve eggs and food prepared using eggs immediately after cooking.

Or, you can refrigerate and use the dish within three to four days.

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EGG DYE WITH FOOD COLORING

Use a tablespoon of food coloring or half a packet of a brightly colored drink mix with two teaspoons of vinegar for cost-efficient egg dye. To get more bang for your buck, make sure to eat the eggs! Dish up egg salad or cut them up into some greens for a delicious meal.

HEALTH

Walking Buddy Adopting a healthier lifestyle is not always easy. Moms and dads who want to lose weight and get healthier often find it’s easier said than done.

One of the ways we can reach our fitness goals is to employ the buddy system, which enlists the help of a friend or family

member with similar fitness goals to keep us motivated as we work toward a healthier life.

But, you don’t necessarily need to lean on a brother, sister, spouse or neighbor to help you make your fitness goals a reality. Man’s best friend, who might benefit from a healthier lifestyle, too, can

make just as good a partner. Here are a handful of ways you and your four-legged friend can start living a healthier, more active life.

Get more exercise. Did you know pets can decrease our blood pressure and cholesterol levels and increase our opportunities for exercise, outdoor activities and socialization? Exercising together will not only help optimize your health but also allow you to spend more time together.

Schedule activity time with your pet. Most of us schedule time for other appointments and meetings, so why not set aside some priority time for pets, too? Just like you would a more typical fitness routine, schedule daily activity time with your pet. Your pet will appreciate the extra attention, and both of you will benefit from daily physical activity together.

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COVER FAMILY

MEET THIS SUPER FAMILY IMAGES COURTESY OF LEGACY PHOTO AND DESIGN

We just do the best we can…we give them our time, our love, and all of our energy.

Jason, Melissa, Bridger 5, Cannon 3, Kane & Cooper 21 months. Cover image taken at 15 months.

It’s a bird. It’s a plane. Nope! It’s our super cover family.

Jason and Melissa Mez both work full time as veterinarians.

Jason is a board-certified equine surgeon with a special interest in lameness and orthopedic surgery. Melissa is a small animal veterinarian and works mainly on dogs and cats with an interest in internal medicine.

After meeting at Texas A&M’s College of Veterinary Medicine, Melissa—a Michigan native— joined Jason in the Black Hills

after practicing small animal medicine in Ohio. Jason, originally from Nebraska, has lived in the Black Hills since 1998, except for his three-year residency in Texas.

What are some of your family’s super powers?

Ha! Our super powers are just getting four kids under the age of five fed, dressed, happy, and out the door every morning before work or wherever we are going. We have quite the routine down and a Ford Expedition with four car seats!

What do you do for fun?

We love being outdoors! These boys need plenty of room to explore, climb, and play. Bridger and Cannon love fishing with their Dad all year long. We all love packing up the 4-wheeler and picnicking and fishing at Dalton Lake on weekends during the summer. They are also quite the little cowboys! We love going to our friend’s ranch in St. Onge where our horses stay. The boys love anything to do with ranching—riding and roping, just kicking the dirt!

How do you save the day (Best advice for parents)?

We don’t save the day…we just get THROUGH the day! Raising four little boys is not easy. We just do the best we can…we give them our time, our love, and all of our energy. And by 8pm, we all quiet down for bedtime stories;

And by 8pm, we all quiet down for bedtime stories; it’s a favorite part of the day for ALL of us!

it’s a favorite part of the day for ALL of us! Our best advice for parents? Don’t sweat the small things. Set rules and keep them.

And, don’t be afraid to get dirty.

We have learned that MOST things all wash off! Our kids love nothing more than when we get a little dirty with them.

Why the Black Hills?

Jason loves hunting, fishing, and archery; he fell in love with the Black Hills many years ago.

Melissa came to love the area as well for its beauty and the wonderful people who live here.

“This is the perfect place to raise our four boys.” ■

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PARENTING ADVICE

A little each day is all it takes Top 10 ways to be better for our kids–and ourselves–in 2015

Top 10 daily resolutions to be better for our kids­­–and ourselves–in 2015.

By Lyndsey Akley

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s the calendar flipped to January 1, many people rang in the New Year with resolutions on how to better their lives.

Realistically, life was back in full swing by midJanuary, and those resolutions had taken a back seat to old habits. As parents, we focus so much of our energy on our children and often forget that the decisions we make impact their lives, too.

If we can learn to make small resolutions on a daily basis, we will not only make our lives better– but be better parents, as well. Here are some suggestions for a great 2015: BE ‘OK’ WITH THE MESS

We are expected to juggle work, PTA meetings, sports practices and housework with ease. The sink is full of dirty dishes and laundry is a week behind. This year, let’s resolve to accept the mess 18 BLACK HILLS PARENT

and learn to focus on appreciating how it got there; dirty dishes in the sink means you didn’t eat alone; piles of laundry means everyone has clothes to wear. A clean house would be nice, but living a full life is nicer, so let’s focus on the experiences we have along the way, not the messes.

GIVE OURSELVES GRACE

As the saying goes, “If we don’t learn from our history, we are doomed to repeat it.”

That’s why, if every year you make the same resolutions and don’t follow through, you need to look back and figure out what didn’t work for you.

Mishaps happen often in parenting, and leave us feeling inadequate. Let’s try to laugh at the things that go wrong and resolve to forgive our self more in the New Year. When we give ourselves some grace, it’s easier to learn from our mistakes and move forward.

CATCH THE EXCITEMENT

It’s no secret that kids appreciate the simple things in life: their awe at discovering their shadow, their pride in mastering a new skill, or their excitement in earning a good grade. Their reactions are untainted by the world around them. This year, we need to learn from our kids and be excited about the simple things in life.

WHEN WE GIVE OURSELVES SOME GRACE, IT’S EASIER TO LEARN FROM OUR MISTAKES AND MOVE FORWARD.

WATCH YOUR CHILD

Like snowflakes, each person is unique.

Personality traits emerge at an early age, and we need to nurture those traits and encourage them to grow. Resolve to take time each day to truly watch your children become who they are meant to be.

LAND THE HELICOPTER: STOP HOVERING

As parents, it is our job to protect our children.

However, part of growing up is making mistakes and learning from them. We need to resolve to watchfully parent, but from a distance. Let’s take a step back and allow the children to learn and grow on their own.

GIVE MORE OF THIS GIFT

Keys to a happy childhood aren’t how many toys they have, but rather memories made by spending time together. Resolve to give more quality time to your family, and give them the gift of family memories by playing with the toys with them.

EMBRACE YOUR IMPERFECT FAMILY

Just as each person is unique, so is each family.

Resolve to embrace that odd cousin or aunt, and realize that the robust laugh you share with your siblings help make your family one-of-a-kind.

BE IN THE MOMENT

In a society where we substitute texting for conversations and take photos of events rather than experiencing them, we need to be in the moment and actually enjoy life with those who make it worth living. Let’s resolve to put down our phones and spend quality time with your family– technology free.

Even with your best efforts, occasional slips happen. The important thing is to maintain your confidence and get back on task. In fact, a slip can be a chance to finetune your efforts and your resolve.

According to a study, 71 percent of people who made New Year’s resolutions slipped in January, but found that slip strengthened their efforts.

EMBRACE OUR DIFFERENCES

Parenting is difficult and we handle the pressures differently. Something that works for one family doesn’t necessarily work for another. Let’s resolve to embrace the differences in our parenting styles and realize that the things we do differently are what helps our society work.

GET BACK ON THE WAGON

Too often, we sacrifice me-time and blame our families for our defeat instead of ourselves. It doesn’t make us better parents when we ignore our own needs; in fact it’s the opposite. Even if we’ve already fallen off the exercise wagon this year, let’s resolve each morning to get back on.

If we can resolve to make small changes on a daily basis, when the calendar flips to 2016, we will certainly see those small changes add up to something great. n Lyndsey Akley is one half of a parenting duo and mom of a toddler in Rapid City. In 2015, she resolves to take the lessons she’s learned in 2014 and improve in the coming year.

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A PARENT YOU KNOW

From the Newsroom to the Nursery... ...This mom’s got it going on.

By Jenna Carda

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hroughout a news anchor’s career, they find themselves front and center delivering stories—same as parents. The differences are—one is on camera with breaking news, and the other is on the couch with nursery rhymes.

Julie Oberlander, anchorwoman and mom, has more than one skill that overlaps in these roles.

“What you see on TV is what you get,” Julie says.

“I don’t think I’m any different in real life.”

Whether she’s in the newsroom or the living room, Julie is managing timelines, communicating with her team, and using her creative thinking skills as she works to solve the challenges set before her.

All her TV training and experience comes in handy for parenthood.

DEVELOPING HER SKILLS OVER TIME

Julie grew up in Deadwood, and after college she joined the KEVN Black Hills Fox news team as a general assignment reporter—following everything 20 BLACK HILLS PARENT

Both Julie and Jeremy have activities that they get to do with Luke, which makes it fun for all of them.

Jeremy is a hobby beekeeper.

“Luke has a little beekeeping suit that he gets to wear to go look at the bees so he doesn’t get stung.”

from fires to courtroom agendas. Over the past 12 years she developed her broadcasting skills and added news anchor and producer to her roles at the station. Simultaneously over the past three and a half years, Julie has been developing her mom skills, with her two boys, toddler Luke and newborn Jonathon, and her two fur babies, Tucker and Cisco.

INNOVATION AND CREATIVE THINKING

Never under estimate how brilliant your child is. “I think kids are a lot smarter than what we give them credit for, even when they’re very young.”

In the newsroom, you often have to think fast and adapt to what’s happening. Parenting is definitely like that. With a toddler and a newborn, life can get crazy, but Julie accepts the challenges and enjoys creative parenting.

Julie and husband Jeremy are teaching Luke about time and options. “I always tell people that I have a 3-year-old attorney living at my house,” laughs Julie.

“One day I told him ‘Ok Luke, you have five more minutes to watch your show and then it’s going to be naptime,’” Julie says smiling. “Thinking he was negotiating, Luke says, ‘How about three minutes and you set the timer.’” Julie said, “I was perfectly fine with that agreement. Setting a timer is an easier way to tell Luke that the time is up, rather than it always being mom telling him.”

Raising children is no different for someone in the

LUKE’S STORY “He really wants to live on a farm and drive a tractor— that’s what Luke wants to do with his life. He loves John Deere, and he loves tractors; so, we would be much cooler parents if we lived on a farm.”

At the John Deere

headquarters museum, Julie and Jeremy were asked if they were a farming family since Luke knows so much about tractors. “I had to say nope, I’m a news anchor and Jeremy’s a firefighter.”

public spotlight than it is for anyone else going through the ups and downs of parenthood. “Luke can be stubborn, he has tantrums, and he was really difficult to potty train,” Julie shares.

“Potty training was our biggest challenge last summer. We were at our wits end, and knew if he didn’t get potty trained he wouldn’t be able to go to preschool,” shares Julie. So they got creative.

They found the one thing they could use that Luke would do anything for. For their son, it was all about the Kindle games and the games on Jeremy’s phone. Luke wanted to play those things so badly, he cooperated when it was potty training time and the rest, as they say, was history.

shhhisssshhh music to a cook’s ears THE U LTIMA TE SOUR CE F ALL TH OR INGS KITCH EN!

A child’s perspective is the best part of being a parent.

It makes you realize what’s important in life.

In TV news, you live by timelines, and at home Julie manages timelines, too.

Where the office is timed to a T, life is usually a little less rigid—especially with Julie and Jeremy’s schedules. As a firefighter, Jeremy works a 24 on-48 off schedule while Julie works the weekday, evening news—heading to the office later on in the day. Coordinating childcare is a weekly chore, but she gets it done, and everyone gets to work and preschool on time.

But more than all of the above, there are feelings no one ever prepares for; they just happen when you become a parent.

“My success is secondary to making sure my children have a great life,” Julie said. “I want them to be healthy, happy, and be productive members of society. My faith is very important to me, and I hope I pass that along to them.”

On TV and off, Julie keeps the script rolling with the dreams and aspirations for her family leading the way. n

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FINGERS AND TOES ART PROJECTS FOR SPRING Children grow every minute of every day. Slow down the momentum with finger and toes art projects! Make a bunny, create a butterfly, and so much more with the little hands and feet of your child. Each year as they get bigger, make new art, and create a timeline. It will surely be a memory piece to treasure forever.

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INSIGHT

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Dad might not be preparing to birth a baby, but he’s gearing up for delivery in his own way.

By Sarah Fosland

he bump. The glow. The baby showers.

The magic pants with ever-expanding waistbands for comfort.

Let’s face it. When baby’s on board, mom gets the most attention. But, what about dad? He might not be wearing a whole new wardrobe, but the changes he’s going through are just as real.

Here are three things most dads-to-be experience.

HE WORRIES ABOUT DELIVERY

Gone are the days when Don Draper sat in a waiting room with a scotch and cigar. Dads are now in the delivery room for physical and emotional support, and that can be intimidating.

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ease this worry. Dads can talk with a doula, attend one of their partner’s prenatal appointments and ask the doctor questions. They can also chat with friends who have recently gone through a delivery of their own. Knowing more about what to expect will take the mystery out of the situation and ease their mind.

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HE’S GETTING EMOTIONAL

When the sight of those cute little socks on the new nursery changing table make mom tear up and run for the cookie dough ice cream, we chalk it up to hormones. Even if dad’s not up to his elbows in Haagen Daz, he’s getting a little hormonal too. In fact, according to neuropsychiatrist Dr. Louann Brizendine, dads go through a hormonal change. Estrogen and progesterone nearly triple in mom while she’s pregnant, but dad’s not off the hook. “Certain pheromones sneak out of the mother’s sweat glands and cause his testosterone to decrease

ADVICE FROM DADS WHO HAVE BEEN THERE: Keep your tank full. We had to stop for gas on the way to the hospital! Bert, dad of two.

Do what your wife says. What eased her pain one minute didn’t work the next. Brad, dad of three.

Ask for help. Our nurses helped us figure out how to handle each situation as it came up. Mark, dad of two.

Eat. We had a long labor, I almost passed out from hunger when it was all over. Ben, dad of two.

and his prolactin—the ‘Mr. Mom’ hormone— to increase. All of this hormonal re-jiggering stimulates his paternal instincts.”

HE WANTS TO HELP (EVEN IF HE’S NOT SURE HOW)

While delivery is the main event in the short term, dads worry about how they can support mom when they get home, especially with things like breastfeeding. Dads should consider attending breastfeeding classes with their partner so in those hours after delivery, he can help the tired new mom remember everything she learned. If you’re not planning on breastfeeding, dad can do even more to help at feeding times. Like holding the bottle while mom takes a bath (hint, hint). n Sarah Fosland is a professional diaper changer, lullaby singer, hug/kiss/tickle/bath giver, mac-and-cheese maker, a wife to Ben and a mother of two girls—June and Annie.

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ALLERGIES

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Allergy Myths And The Truth Behind Them

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From people looking for hypoallergenic pets, shunning gluten who may not need to, to those mistakenly skipping the flu shot because of an egg allergy, myths about allergies are common.

As if suffering from an allergy isn’t bad enough, many people afflicted by allergies also have to sort out lots of conflicting evidence and erroneous advice circulating on the Internet. Here’s a look at some of the most common myths about allergies—and the facts that debunk them.

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WEARING GLOVES WILL PROTECT YOU FROM POISON IVY “Leaves of three, let them be,” runs the standard advice on how to avoid poison ivy. Those who are allergic to this find that no amount of armor or vigilance can protect them.

Poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac are plants that contain an irritating, oily sap called urushiol.

This sap triggers an allergic reaction when it comes into contact with skin, resulting in an itchy rash, which can appear within hours of exposure or up to several days later.

A person can be exposed to urushiol directly or by touching objects, such as gardening tools, camping equipment, and even a pet’s fur, that have come into contact with the

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PEOPLE WHO ARE ALLERGIC TO PETS ARE ALLERGIC TO THEIR FUR A dog may be a man’s best friend, but not if the man is among the estimated 10 to 15 percent of the population that suffers from pet allergies. The allergen is a specific protein produced not in the animal’s fur, but primarily in its skin and—a lesser extent—urine and saliva.

As the animal is petted or brushed, or as it rubs up

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NATURAL (“ORGANIC”) FOODS ARE NON-ALLERGENIC Limiting your diet to organic food is no guarantee that you’ll avoid food allergies. In fact, some of the most allergenic foods are “natural,” unprocessed foods: cow’s milk, eggs, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, fish and shellfish, and tree nuts. Combined, these foods account for up to 90 percent of all allergic reactions. Allergies are caused not by chemicals related to growing the food, but by proteins in the food.

sap of one of the poison plants. If you come into contact with poison ivy, wash the oil off within 20 to 30 minutes, before it soaks into the skin. Since the residue can remain potent for a year or more, scrub tainted items, as well.

against furniture or people, microscopic flakes of skin, called dander, become airborne. Since all cats and dogs have skin, there are no nonallergenic breeds.

However, since short-haired pets have less hair to shed, they send less dander into the air, a preferable option for those with pet allergies. Dogs are half as likely to cause allergic reactions as cats, but if you’re allergic to furry animals, the only no-risk pets are fish and reptiles.

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PEOPLE WHO ARE ALLERGIC TO SHELLFISH ARE ACTUALLY ALLERGIC TO THE IODINE Some people who are allergic to seafood avoid certain skin medications and diagnostic medical tests that use iodine because they fear an allergic reaction. But, there is no connection between allergies to fish and shellfish and allergies to iodine. Allergies to fish and shellfish are caused by the protein in them, not the iodine.

ALLERGY SHOTS DON’T WORK While immunotherapy may not work for all allergies and all people, it has been shown to be effective for allergies to insect venom 98 percent of the time, and for hay fever about 85 percent of the time.

In some cases, immunotherapy can actually trigger an acute allergic reaction, but if the therapy is properly administered, these risks can be reduced.

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MANY PEOPLE ARE ALLERGIC TO MILK Milk allergy is most common among infants and is usually outgrown in adulthood.

When adults react adversely to milk—from cramps, gas, and diarrhea—symptoms are often mistaken for an allergic reaction. This is actually a condition known as lactose intolerance, the inherited trait caused by the body’s lack of an enzyme, lactase, needed to break down lactose, the sugar in milk or milk products.

Like food allergies, intolerances are adverse reactions to food, but unlike food allergies, they don’t involve the immune system. In cases of lactose intolerance, adults may use supplemental lactase or consume dairy products from which lactose has been removed. Consultations with a nutritionist may help in identifying which supplements and which products are safe to use.

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MOVING TO THE SOUTHWESTERN STATES WILL CURE ALLERGIES For allergy sufferers, there is simply no safe haven.

While desert regions have no maple trees or ragweed, they do have plenty of other plants that produce pollen, including sagebrush and cottonwood, ash, and olive trees. Relocating to such a region may offer relief for a few months, but a fresh crop of allergies to local plants is likely to develop before long.

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ALLERGIES AREN’T LIFE-THREATENING Although it rarely happens, allergies can kill. Some people have such an extreme sensitivity to a particular substance that the allergen can trigger an episode known as an anaphylactic shock. A sudden, potentially fatal reaction, anaphylactic shock lowers blood pressure, swells the tongue or throat, and constricts the airways of the lungs, making it difficult to breathe.

Such a reaction requires immediate medical attention. Anaphylactic shock is most often triggered by a food or drug, but it can also result from an insect sting.

People with a history of severe allergic reactions should always carry a pre-loaded syringe of epinephrine (a synthetically produced form of the hormone adrenaline), which can be administered in an emergency.

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CHILDREN OUTGROW ALLERGIES Children are ten times more likely than adults to have food allergies.

Some researchers believe that as a person’s gastrointestinal system develops, it gets better at blocking the absorption of components that trigger food allergies.

Not always, but over time, children typically outgrow allergies to cow’s milk, eggs, wheat, and soybean products.

However, allergies to peanuts, tree nuts, fish, and shellfish can be lifelong. Some children will outgrow one allergy only to develop another.

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AWARENESS

So Long Snow, Hello Hay Fever Allergic rhinitis, often called hay fever, is a common condition that causes sneezing, stuffy nose, runny nose, watery eyes and itching of the nose, eyes, or the roof of the mouth.

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hese days, food allergies don’t have the corner on the misery market; seasonal nasal allergies cause their fair share of misery, as well.

Nasal allergy symptoms can be triggered by indoor or outdoor allergens. Knowing which allergens you react to can help you and your health care provider create a plan for limiting your exposure, and potentially, your symptoms.

About 16.9 million adults and 6.7 million children have been diagnosed with allergic rhinitis, more commonly known as hay fever, in the last year.

But, don’t be misled by the name—you don’t have to be exposed to hay to have symptoms. And despite the name, it’s not usually accompanied by fever.

Allergy symptoms occur when the immune system overreacts to an allergen. If you have an allergy, your immune system acts as if the allergen were dangerous, releasing a chemical called histamine that causes allergic reactions.

Outdoor nasal allergy symptoms are usually caused by allergens at specific times of the year, with some variation due to weather. Common triggers: in the spring—tree pollens; from late spring to summer— grasses; from late summer to early fall—weed pollens including ragweed; throughout the year, but especially after a spring thaw—outdoor mold spores are a trigger and are found in soil, mulches, fallen leaves, and rotting wood.

The best way to determine if you have an allergy is to have a doctor perform a physical exam, review when and where your symptoms occur, and consider your family’s medical history. If allergies are suspected, allergy testing by an expert such as an allergist/immunologist can determine which, if any, allergens are responsible for triggering your symptoms.

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Avoidance is the best way to prevent allergy symptoms from occurring, but avoiding allergens such as pollen or pet dander isn’t always feasible.

Antihistamines often help for short-term relief of symptoms. While over the counter medications might ease mild symptoms, newer classes of antihistamines prescribed by a physician tend to have fewer side effects. It’s best to start taking allergy medications before pollen and other spring or fall allergens are in the air. Taking medications early can prevent or lessen symptoms.

Immunotherapy, also known as allergy shots, is a long-term treatment approach that decreases symptoms for many people with allergic rhinitis and other allergies.

You and your allergist can determine which treatment approach is right for you.

Both children and adults can receive allergy shots, although it is not typically recommended for children under age five. When considering allergy shots for an older adult, medical conditions such as cardiac disease should be taken into consideration.

A humidifier can provide a little relief for people with indoor allergies.

Moisture from a humidifier can soothe dry sinus passages. However, dust and mold from

RESPIRATORY ALLERGY NOW AFFECTS MORE THAN 20% OF THE U.S. POPULATION. the humidifier may do more harm than good. It is important to clean and change the filter in the humidifier on a regular basis so mold does not grow in the unit and blow into the home. If possible, use distilled or de-mineralized water in the humidifier.

This is because the higher level of minerals in tap water can increase bacteria growth, resulting in a white dust and additional irritation.

Pollen counts are used to measure how much pollen is in the air and can help people with allergies determine how bad their symptoms might be on any given day. They are usually higher in the morning and on warm, dry, breezy days, whereas the counts are lowest when it’s chilly and wet. Although not always exact, the local weather report’s pollen count can be helpful when planning outside activities. Mobile pollen apps can prove convenient help as well.

This information and more is available on the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology website.

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REAL BLACK HILLS FAMILY

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Jimmy and Jennifer Dettman have always wanted to open a restaurant, and when the opportunity presented itself, they didn’t pass it up.

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Jimmy and Jennifer Dettman with their children Dylan (14), Lexi (10), Arabella (2) and Lincoln (5 months) at The Sandwich Shop— Nummies on 2nd.

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ocated in the lower level of The Fairmont Creamery building on 2nd and Main Street in Rapid City, The Sandwich Shop is a perfect place for family and friends to gather.

“We always had the thought of opening [a restaurant], but it was something we thought we would do after the kids were gone, when we retired,” said Jimmy.

When the opportunity presented, the Dettman’s decided the time and place was here and now. So, they started to pursue it.

From the initial idea to the go-ahead by the city, three short months later the Sandwich opened its doors in September.

“There aren’t a lot of places to hang out that aren’t bars,” said Jennifer. “We wanted to bring

a spot to Rapid City where families could come to enjoy a meal and hang out together.”

They are open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday—and stays open until 8:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays for its events.

The Sandwich Shop has a built in stage, which works perfectly for their Tuesday night open mic from 6:30-8:30.

“We have a spotlight. We have a mic. We have a stage. It’s legit,” Jimmy says with enthusiasm.

“Music is a big part of our family so that was a no-brainer to include,” adds Jennifer.

Friday nights bring a little different mood to the shop with game night. That’s right. Oldfashioned, traditional board games that the entire family can join in on.

“We want a family atmosphere where people can just hang out with their kids,” said Jennifer.

Owning a business, raising four children, and running a restaurant is challenging, but Jimmy and Jennifer embrace all the learning moments with open arms. From their children

“WE WANTED TO BRING A SPOT TO RAPID CITY WHERE FAMILIES COULD COME TO ENJOY A MEAL AND HANG OUT TOGETHER.” understanding the value of a dollar, to the responsibilities of work, this family is in it together.

The Dettmans use their successes and failures in life to instill in their children the ‘Why not, try it?

Who cares if you fail? At least you tried it,’ attitude.

“We talk about the business with our children, and we’re all fully invested in the venture together as a family,” said Jennifer.

The Sandwich Shop is the spot to be, especially for some homemade, gluten-free food, soup and desserts that change daily. Grab the kids, and head down for this week’s special and some nummies, the open mic night, and family game night. Create a new tradition and enjoy the greatest treasure in life—each other. n

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TAKE A MOMENT

JUST DO IT

Your son or daughter is watching and copying everything you do.

Do you put things off? If you just reluctantly nodded in agreement, then you’re modeling procrastination.

By Danie Koskan In my childhood mind’s eye, procrastinating was like Happy Meals and footie pajamas. One day I’d grow up, and be too old for it.

But I didn’t outgrow it. My penchant for putting things off followed me into adulthood. Love, marriage, and a couple of baby carriages later—I still wait until the last nanosecond to complete tasks.

Now I have three boys and I wonder, ‘will they follow in my procrastinating footsteps?’ There’s a good chance they might—and your kids may, too— unless we stop delaying and start training. Here are a few considerations and steps.

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When we procrastinate, we squander away our free time and put off important tasks we should be doing until it’s too late.

And when it is indeed too late, we panic and wish we had gotten started earlier.

Here’s the deal: If you want to raise young men and women who don’t wait until the last minute, it’s time to stop procrastinating yourself.

CONSIDER THE WHY AND WHEN

It may help to stop and ask yourself why you’re delaying the inevitable all the time. Angelena Plummer, a professional life coach and counselor in Rapid City, finds that clients who struggle with procrastination are also driven by it.

“In all reality, for those people who have the issue of procrastination, it is actually a motivator,” she said. “People are simply not motivated to complete a task until it has to get done now.”

RECOGNIZE IT WHEN YOU THINK IT

What comes to mind when you’re faced with a task? Do you tell yourself you’ve got plenty of time and can afford to wait because you work better under pressure? When those thoughts start to creep in, it’s a sign you’re about to needlessly postpone something. When talking to your kids about looming assignments, listen for red flags that would indicate they’re thinking the same way and help them create a reasonable schedule to follow.

SET A TIMER

It’s easier to begin when you know there’s an end, so set a limit on the time your family devotes to lingering chores. Set a timer for 30 minutes. A magical thing happens when you invoke a timer in your house: children eventually realize they have to make the most of their time and actually make some progress.

MAINTAIN A BALANCED ROUTINE

Don’t overwhelm your child with extracurriculars.

Enroll children in too many activities outside the home, and they may use procrastination to cope with their full plate.

DO THINGS RIGHT AWAY

Erin Larson, a Rapid City mother of three says, “I take care of things the minute I know about or think of them.”

Taking care of business on the spot leaves no room for procrastination. You’ve just accomplished what needed to be done.

MAKE A LIST

STOP PROCRASTINATING WITH THE “2–MINUTE RULE” The 2–Minute Rule overcomes procrastination and laziness by making it so easy to start taking action that you can’t say no.

There are two parts to the 2-Minute Rule, and James Clear explains it like this on his blog: Part 1: If it takes less than two minutes, then do it now.

This part originally comes from David Allen’s bestselling book, Getting Things Done.

It’s surprising how many things we put off that we could get done in two minutes or less. For example, washing your dishes immediately after your meal, tossing the laundry in the washing machine, taking out the garbage, cleaning up clutter, sending that email, and so on.

If a task will take you less than two minutes to complete, then follow the rule and do it right now.

Local blogger, Sarah Koontz regularly compiles two mental lists: one that itemizes things she must do and another that includes all the things she wants to do.

“I am not allowed to do the things I want to do until the things I need to do are complete,” said the Rapid City mother of two. “The things I want to do always motivate me to complete the things I need to do.”

Part 2: When you start a new habit, it should take less than two minutes to do.

NO MORE RESCUING

It might sound like this strategy is too basic, but it works for any goal because of one simple reason: as Sir Isaac Newton taught us a long time ago, objects at rest tend to stay at rest, and objects in motion tend to stay in motion.

Hold children accountable if they procrastinate.

“If a child agrees to a task and agrees it will be done by a specific time, I hold that child to it,” says Heidi Petry, a Rapid City mom of five.

When children don’t follow through, parents must follow through with the consequences.

Maybe it’s lost screen time or a missed play date.

Whatever penalty you promise, stick with it. n Danie Koskan is a mom of three boys in footies and was forced to do a little self-examining as she wrote this article.

doing something, it’s easier to continue doing it. You will love the 2–Minute Rule because it embraces the idea that all sorts of good things happen once you get started.

Can all of your goals be accomplished in less than two minutes? Obviously not. But, every goal can be started in two minutes or less. And that’s the purpose behind this little rule.

The 2–Minute Rule works for big goals as well as small goals because of the inertia of life. Once you start

• Want to eat healthier?

Just eat one piece of fruit (2–Minute Rule), and you will often find yourself inspired to make a healthy salad, as well.

• Want to make reading a habit? Just read the first page of a new book (2– Minute Rule), and before you know it, the first three chapters have flown by.

• Want to run three times a week? Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, just get your running shoes on and get out the door (2–Minute Rule), and you will end up putting mileage on your legs instead of popcorn in your stomach.

The most important part of any new habit is getting started—not just the first time, but each time. It’s not about performance, it’s about consistently taking action. In many ways, getting started is more important than succeeding.

In his blog post, Clear asks, “what’s something you can do that will take you less than two minutes? Do it right now.”

Anyone can spare the next 120 seconds. Use this time to get one thing done. Go.

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HOME IMPROVEMENT

Spring is for Sprucing All around us nature is beginning to spring to life, and as you come out of hibernation, you may be considering updates to bring new life to your home.

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esides cleaning closets and planting cool-weather vegetables, spring should involve scrutinizing your home’s “Are you kidding me, what is that!?” factors. If you have been putting off doing something about them, spring is a great time to get those updates done. While most homeowners need to prioritize costs, these eight budget-friendly home improvements top the update lists and can help you enjoy your home more today—and sell it for the most value tomorrow.

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Tree planting tips: Follow the sun. Plant shade trees on the south side of the house where the sun beats strongest and longest.

Follow the wind. Plant windbreak trees, which can lower winter energy costs by 30%, on the north and northwest sides of your property.

Don’t plant too close. If you do, branches can scrape roofs and siding, causing expensive damage. Rule of thumb: Don’t plant trees any closer than the tree’s mature height plus onefourth of that height. So, for example, if a tree reaches 40 feet, it should be planted at least 50 feet from the house.

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DO ALMOST ANY ENERGYEFFICIENT UPGRADE

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PUMP UP YOUR HOME SECURITY

LIGHT UP THE OUTDOORS

Exterior lighting makes your home shine in the evening, accents features you like most about your house, and helps keep burglars away. A hard-wired lighting fixture can cost $150 to $250 to install. Installing motion-detecting lights can even lower some homeowners’ insurance premiums (Check with your agent).

The peace of mind that comes with installing a home security system is priceless.

Check around with many companies, prices vary with installation and monitoring contracts.

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OUR COMMUNITY

MAKING an

Young Life has been impacting Black Hills communities for over 15 years with the goal to give kids the tools and information they need to make good choices about peer pressure, friendship, education, faith, family and the future.

CHRIS PARRISH Associate Area Director Rapid City Young Life

Rapidcity.younglife.org

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W

hen Chris Parrish was a freshman in college, Corey Harouff, the Young Life Area Director and his former Youth Pastor, gave him the opportunity to work parttime as a Student Staff. He continued to work part-time all through college and, after graduating, decided to follow the calling into full-time

ministry. That was almost 14 years ago.

As the Associate Area Director, Chris Parrish oversees the direct ministry with high school students. This includes planning, organizing, and implementing the weekly Clubs, Bible studies, summer camps, special events, and Contact Work (Young Life’s lingo for hanging out with kids). Another

“WHEN I LOOK AT THE KIDS I WORK WITH IN YOUNG LIFE, I SEE MYSELF IN HIGH SCHOOL.”

large part of his job includes building volunteer leadership and support teams and training them to do ministry with kids.

Tell us about your family

Just over eight years ago I met my wife Sharon when we were repositioned to walk down the aisle together in a friend’s wedding. Three years later, we did it again as bride and groom.

We now have two amazing kids, Emory (4) and Copeland (1).

Emory is always the life of the party and steals the show if there is a show to steal. Copeland is all boy and is definitely a risk taker; always trying to climb the highest object he can find. We love our kids so much and are excited to do life and ministry together.

Tell us about Young Life

Our high school ministry is called Young Life, while our ministry to middle school students is called WyldLife, and our post-high school ministry is referred to as Young Life College. The local ministry is fueled by over 40 volunteer leaders working directly with kids, dozens of volunteers who support behind the scenes and hundreds of individuals and businesses who support us financially.

What makes you so passionate about what you do?

When I look at the kids I work with in Young Life, I see myself in high school. I was so lost and confused. I am passionate about what I do because of the personal impact it had on me. I

know it sounds cliché, but I just want to do the same for other kids out there. I want to show up in their lives and not give up on them when everyone else has. I want to show them that they are significant and that they matter.

I want to speak truth into them and tell them of a God who is crazy about them and loves them more than they can even imagine. Young Life is the best way that I’ve found to do that.

How does Young Life Impact families in the Black Hills?

It’s amazing to see the difference we are making in the lives of kids, not only on a Spiritual level, but on a practical level, too. We build a trusting friendship with kids so that we can speak truth into their lives.

If I had to sum up the “how we impact families” with one word, it would be hope.

Today, Rapid City Young Life serves and ministers to almost 2,000 middle school, high school, and college age kids in our community.

What’s the best memory you have while being at Rapid City Young Life?

When you work in a ministry that involves deep relationships and changed lives, memories are usually pretty significant and pretty easy to come by. I suppose the best memory would be compiled of the faces of kids who have sat across from me with a new sense of hope in their eyes, a hope that only comes from God, as they’ve received Christ into their life. Those are the memories I keep close and often times keep me going.

What message do you need people to know about the organization?

There are thousands of kids in the Black Hills area who are wanting a genuine relationship with someone who would accept them for who they are, tell them they matter, and show them they are loved. You can be that person. You can make a difference. If you are looking for a way to make an impact in this community, I encourage you to contact us. n

IMPACT Magazine is currently taking nominations for the next ‘Making An Impact’ feature. Know someone who is making a difference right here in the Black Hills? Nominate them by sending their name and a summary of their Impact in the community to editorial@blackhillsparent.com.

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CAMP

Start Thinking

SUMMER CAMPS It seems odd to be thinking about camps. Nonetheless, it’s time to plan for your kids’ summer.

T

he first step to summer camp is choosing the right camp for your child. Look at things like the activities that are offered at each camp and what your child would most like to do. Look into as many camps as you can, then begin to narrow it down to about 2 or 3 and let your child make the final choice. Once you have settled on a camp start reading up on the camp, everything from handbooks to guide books, and instructions. You can then relate this information to your kids so that they are more aware of what to expect.

FREE Parent Education Sensory Processing 101 with Sarah Wold-Hanson, MOT, OTR/L, C/NDT • March 4, 6-7 pm • Understand the importance of the sensory system and how it impacts daily activities. Learn strategies for use at home and in the community.

Facilitating Language Development with Terri Gray, MA, CCC-SLP & Heather Bradley, MS, CCC-SLP • March 18 • 6-7 pm • Typical early speech and language development, plus tips to help children develop speech/communication skills.

Strategies for Picky Eaters with Holly Nordstrom, MS, SLP April 1, 6-7 pm Help your child eat more foods – covering textures, tastes, and smells – plus oral-motor/swallowing challenges.

Parenting Strategies with Kaylee Trottier, PhD • April 22 • 6-7 pm • Overview of parenting theories: Love and Logic, Positive Parenting, and Behavioral Principals – with strategies for behavioral corrections, strengthening your relationship, and reward.

Register at LifeScapeSD.org/events All workshops are at the Rapid City YMCA, 815 Kansas City Street.

For details, call 605.791.7400.

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CAR SAFETY

VIEW FROM THE MIRROR Some days it may feel like you live in your car, and it makes perfect sense with the countless trips to and from schools, practices, and the grocery store. Esurance shares these tips.

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he rear-view mirror's earliest known use and mention is by Dorothy Levitt in her 1906 book The Woman and the Car which noted that women should "carry a little hand-mirror in a convenient place when driving" so they may "hold the mirror aloft from time to time in order to see behind while driving in traffic,” thereby inventing the rear view mirror before it was introduced by manufacturers in 1914.

Cut to modern times: we now have blind-spot monitoring technology available in cars ranging from Chevrolet to Mercedes-Benz. But, according to expert George Platzer, blind spots can be avoided

by adjusting our mirrors properly.

Platzer’s thesis, “The Geometry of Automotive Rearview Mirrors–Why Blind Zones Exist and Strategies to Overcome Them,” recommends a way to adjust your mirrors so you can eliminate blind spots (of course, you have to wade through some complex equations first).

CREATING BLIND SPOTS WITH OUR MIRRORS

Whoever taught you to drive probably told you to adjust your outside mirrors so you can see the sides of your vehicle reflected in them.

According to Platzer (who, by the way, has graduate degrees in Physics and Automotive Engineering), that traditional method pretty much guarantees two large blind spots, each one big enough to hide a car. That’s because the outside mirrors’ field of view overlaps with the inside mirror’s significantly—and that means all three mirrors are essentially looking at the same space behind you.

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CAR SAFETY

3 MIRRORS, EACH WITH A SPECIFIC JOB

Let’s divide up the jobs of the three mirrors found on most modern cars. The inside rearview mirror gives the best view directly behind your vehicle. Although large rear-seat headrests or your passenger’s heads can get in the way, this inside mirror generally provides a clear and wide view of the cars behind you, including those traveling in adjacent lanes on multilane highways.

The sole job of the outside mirrors, then, is to reveal vehicles traveling alongside and slightly behind you. That means you should adjust these outside mirrors so there’s just a tiny bit of field-ofview overlap with the inside mirror. When the car that’s passing you moves outside the view of the inside mirror, it should start to appear in one of the side mirrors. Then, when it starts to move out of the view of that mirror, it should be visible in your peripheral vision.

HOW TO ELIMINATE BLIND SPOTS

So, how can you perform this ideal mirror adjustment while seated in your parked car? Platzer suggests following these four easy steps: • From the driver’s seat, position your head against the driver’s-side window, and then adjust that side’s rearview mirror so you can just barely see the side of your vehicle.

• Next, position your head to the right, more or less over the center console, and do the same type of adjustment for the passenger-side mirror.

• Once your side mirrors are adjusted properly, make sure your rearview mirror is centered for optimal view of what’s behind you.

It may sound awkward, but it works. With properly adjusted mirrors, you can minimize those quick over-the-shoulder looks before you change lanes, and, instead, simply glance in the outside mirrors and use your peripheral vision to detect cars alongside you.

CHANGE YOUR DRIVING BEHAVIOR

Still not convinced? Well, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there were 1.5 million injury crashes in 2011 and nine percent involved lane-change maneuvers. While blindspot monitoring technology is improving this stat, you don’t need to invest in a new car (or rely on technology alone) to stay safe.

Best advice: consider changing the way you adjust your mirrors. You have little to lose but old habits.

And, as a precaution, continue to look over your shoulder until you become comfortable with this method. Over time, you may find you can rely almost solely on your mirrors. It’ll be easier on your neck…and you may just save it!

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by Wendy Pfeffer and Linda Bleck 5 yrs.+ The Listening Walk

by Paul Showers and Aliki 3 yrs.+ My Spring Robin

by Anne Rockwell, Harlow Rockwell, and Lizzy Rockwell 2 yrs.+ Spring: An Alphabet Acrostic

by Steven Schnur and Leslie Evens 5 yrs.+

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SPRING

CALENDAR Your guide to what’s happening over the next 3 months

FEBRUARY

MARCH

APRIL

Saturday Art Adventure Saturday, March 14 1-3 p.m.

The Dahl 713 7th Street Rapid City 605.391.4101

Rush Hockey Friday, 13: 7:05 p.m.

Saturday, 14: 7:05 p.m.

Tuesday, 17: 6:35 p.m.

Tuesday, 24: 6:35 p.m.

Friday, 27: 7:05 p.m.

Saturday, 28: 7:05 p.m.

Dr. Seuss Night Fast-paced, high-energy hockey games are an exciting family event. On Feb. 28, Rush fans across the Black Hills will be celebrating Dr. Seuss!

Grab your cowbell and jersey, and join Rush Nation for a fun night out.

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Build tiny weapons of marshmallow madness. Learn how to create your very own marshmallow shooting catapult! The Dahl also has free gallery scavenger hunts for the adventurous. All supplies will be provided.

Join The Dahl Arts Center every second Saturday of the month for an adventure in art!

Scheels KidsKlub Tuesday, April 7 | 6 p.m.

1225 Eglin St. Rapid City 605.432.9033 Scheels offers free events once every month for children ages 4–12. With various learning opportunities and activities, they will have a great time acquiring new skills and information.

Experience the adventure and pick up a schedule at Scheels!

CALENDAR

TUESDAY 10

FEBRUARY 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21

FEBRUARY

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

EVERY MONDAY

Zumba Class A Latin-inspired dance-fitness program.

5:30-6:30 p.m.

Rapid City Regional Hospital 353 Fairmont Blvd. / Rapid City 605.719.1375

EVERY TUESDAY

FREE—Book Buddies A library storyteller shares enchanting tales for families.

Age: Infant to 3 years 9:30-10 a.m.

Rapid City Public Library 610 Quincy Street / Rapid City 605.394.4171

EVERY WEDNESDAY

FREE—Tiny Tales Story Time Library story time will entertain children with storytelling.

Age: 3–5 9-9:30 a.m.

Western Dakota Tech Library 800 Mickelson Drive / Rapid City 605.718.2904

EVERY EARLY RELEASE WEDNESDAY FREE—After School Is Cool!

Crafts, library laptops, games, and much more!

1:30-2:30 p.m.

Rapid City Public Library 610 Quincy Street / Rapid City 605.394.4171

EVERY THURSDAY

FREE—Baby Bookworms A library storyteller shares enchanting tales for families.

Age: Infant to 3 years 9:30-10 a.m.

Rapid City Public Library 610 Quincy Street / Rapid City 605.394.4171

SATURDAY 7

Breast Feeding Class Learn everything there is to know about breastfeeding your baby.

6:30-8:30 p.m.

Spearfish Regional Hospital 1440 N. Main St. / Spearfish 605.593.2662

TUESDAY 10

Rapid City Concert Association: Suchon Wind Quintet Michiko Otaki, a renowned concert pianist, will join the Quintet.

7:30-10 p.m.

Rushmore Plaza Civic Center Fine Arts Theater 444 Mt. Rushmore Road / Rapid City 605.394.4115

FRIDAY 13

FREE—Anti-Valentine’s Day Party Love stinks! Featuring crafts & snacks to mock Valentine’s Day traditions.

Ages: 13-18 5-7:00 p.m.

Rapid City Public Library 610 Quincy Street / Rapid City 605.394.4171

FREE—Owls Compare sizes of SD owls, and learn about their eyes and feathers.

Ages: 5-7 10-10:45 a.m.

Outdoor Campus 4130 Adventure Trail / Rapid City 605.394.2310

FRIDAY 13 - SATURDAY 14

SATURDAY 7

Lights on the Ice Teen Night The ice rink is transformed into a dance party for teens.

Ages: Tweens and teens 5-9:00 p.m.

Main Street Square 526 Main St. / Rapid City 605.716.7979

FREE—Snowshoe Hike Hike the trails in our snowshoes.

Snowshoes provided.

Ages: 8-12 1-2 p.m.

Outdoor Campus 4130 Adventure Trail / Rapid City 605.394.2310

MONDAY 9

Introduction to Black Hills Geology Explore the fossils through the ages.

6:30-8:30 p.m.

Journey Museum 222 New York Street / Rapid City 605.394.6923

9 to 5: The Musical Music and Lyrics by Dolly Parton 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Black Hills Community Theater 601 Columbus St. / Rapid City 605.394.1786

FRIDAY 13

SATURDAY 14

Cupid’s Arrow Run 5K T-shirt included with full registration. 8am check in.

9 a.m.

Spearfish Rec Center 122 Recreation Lane / Spearfish 605-722-1430 »

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FEBRUARY

CALENDAR

SATURDAY 14

Lover’s Leap Valentine’s Day Hike Guided snowshoe hike near Grace Coolidge Creek.

9 a.m. OR 1 p.m.

Custer State Park Peter Norbeck Visitor Center 13329 U.S. Highway 16A / Custer 605.255.4464

SATURDAY 14

SATURDAY 14

FREE – Intro to Geocaching Learn how to use a GPS to find hidden treasure. Dress for the outdoors.

Age: 8-12 1-2 p.m.

Outdoor Campus 4130 Adventure Trail / Rapid City 605.394.2310

FREE—“B” is for Bird Beaks (Pick one Session) Visit stations that show how tools we use are like bird beaks.

Age: 5-7 10-10:45 a.m.

Outdoor Campus 4130 Adventure Trail / Rapid City 605.394.2310

SATURDAY 14

SATURDAY 14

9 to 5: The Musical Music and Lyrics by Dolly Parton 2-4 p.m.

Black Hills Community Theater 601 Columbus St. / Rapid City 605.394.1786

FREE—Owl (Pick one Session) Compare sizes of SD owls, and learn about their eyes and feathers.

Age: 3-4 years plus adult partner 10-10:45 a.m. OR 11-11:45 a.m.

Outdoor Campus 4130 Adventure Trail / Rapid City 605.394.2310

FREE—Saturday Art Adventure Create your own art and craft! No registration. Adult partner required.

1-3 p.m.

The Dahl Arts Center 713 7th St. / Rapid City 605.394.4101

SUNDAY 15

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES The Journey Museum offers classes throughout the year on history, science, cooking, and art projects.

Classes are geared toward students ages 9-13 years old but families and all ages are welcome. Visit their website: http://www.journeymuseum. org or call 605-394-6923 for further information on times and prices.

The Outdoor Campus West offers classes for preschoolers to family classes. Topics range from learning about South Dakota wildlife, fishing, outdoor cooking, and canoeing.

Check out their website: http://www.gfp.sd.gov/outdoorlearning/outdoor-campus/west or call 605-394-2310 Classes are free (adult classes may have material fees) but preregistration is required.

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The South Dakota School of Mines and Technology has a youth program for elementary, middle, and high school students. Different science classes are offered throughout the year and camps are offered in the summer. Check out their website http://www.sdsmt.edu/learn/ or call 605-394-2693 for registration and pricing information.

The Dahl Arts Center offers a wide variety of art classes for all artists ranging from toddlers to adults. Find your creative side. Check out their website http://www.thedahl.org/ or call 605-394-4101 for class schedule and fees. Pre-registration is required.

MONDAY 16

So You Think You Can Dance Live The Top 10 finalists make their way across North America.

7:30-9 p.m.

Rushmore Plaza Civic Center Fine Arts Theater 444 Mt. Rushmore Road / Rapid City 605.394.4115

FRIDAY 20 - SATURDAY 21 Flashdance the Musical The story of a Pittsburgh steel mill welder who dreams of becoming a dancer.

7:30-9 p.m.

Rushmore Plaza Civic Center Fine Arts Theater 444 Mt. Rushmore Road / Rapid City 605.394.4115

FRIDAY 20 - SATURDAY 21 9 to 5: The Musical Music and Lyrics by Dolly Parton 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Black Hills Community Theater 601 Columbus St. / Rapid City 605.394.1786

SATURDAY 21

Childbirth Preparation Class Expectant parents are encouraged to attend this class during the seventh or eighth month of pregnancy.

9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Rapid City Regional Hospital 353 Fairmont Boulevard / Rapid City 605.755.1000

SATURDAY 21

Ice Fishing Program Learn the basics of ice fishing, ice safety, and fish ID. 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Custer State Park Stockade Lake Beach Area US Highway 16A / Custer 605.255.4464

SATURDAY 21

FREE—Paws to Read with Rhett Children improve their literacy skills by reading to a trained dog.

1-3 p.m.

Rapid City Public Library 610 Quincy St. / Rapid City 605.394.4171

SUNDAY 22

9 to 5: The Musical Music and Lyrics by Dolly Parton 2-4 p.m.

Black Hills Community Theater 601 Columbus St. / Rapid City 605.394.1786

FRIDAY 27 - SATURDAY 28 State B Wrestling Tournament First session doors open at 9 a.m.

10 a.m.

Rushmore Plaza Civic Center 444 Mt. Rushmore Road / Rapid City 605.394.4115

SATURDAY 28

COME DISCOVER THE PAST AT THE MUSEUM OF GEOLOGY Enjoy our “Fossils of the Badlands” exhibit that brings you back in time and our large marine reptiles that are sure to catch your eye!

American Heart Assoc. Heart Ball A fundraising event to celebrate lives saved and improved.

5-10 p.m.

Rushmore Plaza Civic Center 444 Mt. Rushmore Road / Rapid City 605.394.4115

SATURDAY 28

FREE—Bald Eagle Awareness Day Black Hills Raptor Center will have a booth with live birds of prey.

10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Outdoor Campus 4130 Adventure Trail / Rapid City 605.394.2310

SATURDAY 28

Breastfeeding Class Explore the world of breastfeeding.

Bring a stuffed animal or doll.

10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Rapid City Regional Hospital 353 Fairmont Boulevard / Rapid City 605.755.1000

SATURDAY 28

Last Day to Skate Beach Party Skate in paradise at this beachthemed party.

1-5 p.m.

Main Street Square 526 Main St. / Rapid City 605.716.7979 »

Stop by our Kids’ Zone with fun hands on activities and our museum store filled with great gifts and souvenirs.

Dino Extravagan za April 11, 2015 , 1:00-4:00 PM Fr ee

FREE ADMISSION! Fall/Winter Hours (beginning Labor Day): Mondays–Fridays: 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Saturdays: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

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CALENDAR

MARCH

EVERY TUESDAY

MARCH

TUESDAY 3

FREE—Book Buddies Enchanting tales for families.

Age: Infant to 3 years 9:30-10 a.m.

Rapid City Public Library 610 Quincy Street / Rapid City 605.394.4171

8 9 10 11 12 13 14

EVERY WEDNESDAY

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

FREE—Scheels Kids Klub Join us for batting practice! All kids will receive 2 FREE tries at Rollerball.

Ages: 4-12 6-7 p.m.

Scheels 1225 Eglin Street / Rapid City 605.342.9033

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

WEDNESDAY 4

FREE—Tiny Tales Story Time Entertain children with storytelling.

Age: 3-5 years 9-9:30 a.m.

Western Dakota Tech Library 800 Mickelson Drive / Rapid City 605.718.2904

EVERY EARLY RELEASE WEDNESDAY FREE—After School Is Cool!

Crafts, games, and much more!

1:30-2:30 p.m.

Rapid City Public Library 610 Quincy Street / Rapid City 605.394.4171

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

29 30 31

EVERY THURSDAY

FREE—Baby Bookworms Enchanting tales for families.

Age: Infant to 3 years 9:30-10 a.m.

Rapid City Public Library 610 Quincy Street / Rapid City 605.394.4171

FREE—Sensory Processing 101 Understand the sensory system and how it impacts daily activities.

6-7 p.m.

Lifescape Rapid City YMCA 815 Kansas City Street / Rapid City 605.444.9808

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FRIDAY 6 - 8

TUESDAY 10

SATURDAY 14

SATURDAY 7

SATURDAY 14 SUNDAY 15

WEDNESDAY 18

Black Hills Rapids Soccer Tourney President’s Cup Indoor Tournament.

8 a.m.-11 p.m.

Rushmore Plaza Civic Center 444 Mt. Rushmore Rd / Rapid City 605.394.4115

Sylvan Lake Snowshoe Hike Guided hike around Sylvan Lake.

1 p.m.

Custer State Park Peter Norbeck Visitor Center 3329 U.S. Highway 16A / Custer 605.255.4464

SATURDAY 7

Cornerstone Rescue Mission Bird & Bison Feed Join in on the annual fundraiser.

5:30-10 p.m.

Rushmore Plaza Civic Center 444 Mt. Rushmore Rd / Rapid City 605.394.4115

FREE—Teen Program Program just for teens and tweens.

4-6 p.m.

Rapid City Public Library 610 Quincy Street / Rapid City 605.394.4171

Black Hills Motorcycle Show 27th Annual Black Hills Motorcycle Show is a display of iron artwork.

9 a.m.-7 p.m.

Rushmore Plaza Civic Center 444 Mt. Rushmore Rd. / Rapid City 605.394.4115

SATURDAY 14

Leprechaun Leap 5K T-shirt included with full registration. 8 a.m. check in.

9 a.m.

Spearfish Rec Center 122 Recreation Lane / Spearfish 605.722.1430

FREE—Saturday Art Adventure Create your own art and craft! No registration. Adult partner required.

1-3 p.m.

The Dahl Arts Center 713 7th Street / Rapid City 605.394.410

FREE—Language Development Early speech and language development tips to help children.

6-7 p.m.

Rapid City YMCA 815 Kansas City Street / Rapid City 605.444.9808

THURSDAY 19 - 22

State A Boys Basketball Tourney South Dakota teams compete.

Rushmore Plaza Civic Center 444 Mt. Rushmore Rd / Rapid City 605.394.4115 »

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MARCH

CALENDAR

FRIDAY 20-21 WEDNESDAY 25-29

SATURDAY 21

Driving Miss Daisy The original play that inspired the Oscar winning movie.

7:30-9:30 p.m.

Black Hills Community Theater 601 Columbus Street / Rapid City 605.394.1786

FREE—Paws to Read Come and read with Rhett.

Children improve their literacy skills by reading to a trained dog.

1-3 p.m.

Rapid City Public Library 610 Quincy Street / Rapid City 605.394.4171

SATURDAY 21

SUNDAY 22

Childbirth Preparation Class Expectant parents are encouraged to attend this class during the seventh or eighth month of pregnancy.

9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Rapid City Regional Hospital 353 Fairmont Blvd. / Rapid City 605.755.1000

Driving Miss Daisy Inspired by the Oscar winning movie.

2-4 p.m.

Black Hills Community Theater 601 Columbus Street / Rapid City 605.394.1786

SATURDAY 28

National Archery in the School Program—SD State Tournament Teaches students archery.

8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Rushmore Plaza Civic Center 444 Mt. Rushmore Rd / Rapid City 605.394.4115

Sautéed Pork Tenderloin Medallions with Lemon-Garlic Sauce

Pork Tenderloin

1 pork tenderloin, (1 lb.), trimmed 1/4 tsp. salt, divided 1/4 tsp. plus 1/8 tsp. black pepper, divided 2 tsp. olive oil, divided 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup dry white wine (or low-sodium chicken broth)

1/2 cup chicken broth, low-sodium Grated zest and 1 tbs. lemon juice 1 tbs. fresh parsley, chopped, OR 1 1/2 tsp. chopped fresh sage or rosemary* *To substitute dried herbs, use 1 1/2 tsp. dried parsley or 3/4 tsp. dried sage, or 3/4 tsp. dried rosemary. Makes 4 servings.

Cut pork into 12 slices, about 1-inch thick. Sprinkle pork on all sides with 1/8 tsp. of the salt and 1/4 tsp. of the pepper. Heat 1 tsp. of the oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork and cook, turning once, until the pork is well browned and internal temperature reaches 145° F, about 1 1/2 minutes on each side. Transfer pork to serving platter and cover to keep warm.

Add the remaining 1 tsp. oil to skillet. Add garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until garlic is fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the wine and broth. Increase heat to high and cook, stirring to scrape up the browned bits from the bottom of the skillet, until the liquid is reduced by two thirds, about 5 minutes.

Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the remaining 1/8 tsp. salt, remaining 1/8 tsp. pepper, the lemon zest and juice, and the parsley.

Serve the pork medallions drizzled with the sauce (makes a generous 1/3 cup; about 1 1/2 tbs. per serving).

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APRIL

EVERY TUESDAY

FREE—Book Buddies A library storyteller shares enchanting tales for families.

Age: Infant to 3 years 9:30-10 a.m.

Rapid City Public Library 610 Quincy Street / Rapid City 605.394.4171

EVERY WEDNESDAY

FREE—Tiny Tales Story Time Library story time will entertain children with storytelling.

Age: 3-5 9-9:30 a.m.

Western Dakota Tech Library 800 Mickelson Drive / Rapid City 605.718.2904

EVERY EARLY RELEASE WEDNESDAY FREE—After School Is Cool!

Crafts, games, and much more!

1:30-2:30 p.m.

Rapid City Public Library 610 Quincy Street / Rapid City 605.394.4171

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EVERY THURSDAY

FREE—Baby Bookworms Enchanting tales for families.

Age: Infant to 3 years 9:30-10 a.m.

Rapid City Public Library 610 Quincy Street / Rapid City 605.394.4171

SATURDAY 4

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FREE—Eggstravaganza Kid’s activities at Main Street Square and Egg Hunt at Memorial Park.

11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Main Street Square 526 Main Street / Rapid City 605.716.7979

SATURDAY 4

FREE— Easter Egg Hunt The Easter Bunny will be hiding eggs for children 10 years old and under in the Spearfish City Park by the band shell. Please bring a basket.

Spearfish City Park / Spearfish 605.722.1430 »

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TUESDAY 7

FREE—Scheels Kids Klub Learn how to make and the importance of a survival bracelet.

Ages: 4-12 6-7 p.m.

Scheels 1225 Eglin Street / Rapid City 605.342.9033

SATURDAY 11

Community Rummage Sale Goods donated to sell benefit youth and family scholarships.

8 a.m.-12 p.m.

Spearfish Rec Center Spearfish Park Pavilion 122 Recreation Lane / Spearfish 605.722.1430

SATURDAY 11 - 12

Dakota Territory Gun Show Collectors and gun enthusiasts alike come enjoy a two-day exhibit.

9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Rushmore Plaza Civic Center 444 Mt. Rushmore Rd / Rapid City 605.394.4115

SATURDAY 11

Childbirth Preparation Class Expectant parents are encouraged to attend this class during the seventh or eighth month of pregnancy.

9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

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SATURDAY 11

FREE—Saturday Art Adventure Create your own art and craft! No registration. Adult direction required.

1-3 p.m.

The Dahl Arts Center 713 7th Street / Rapid City 605.394.4101

SATURDAY 11

Black Hills Symphony Orchestra: Choral Fantasy Joined by the Dakota Choral Union and the BHSU Concert Choir 7:30 p.m.

Black Hills Community Theater 601 Columbus Street / Rapid City 605.394.1786

TUESDAY 14

FREE—Teen Planning Group Program just for teens and tweens.

4-6 p.m.

Rapid City Public Library 610 Quincy Street / Rapid City 605.394.4171

TUESDAY 14

Breast Feeding Class Learn everything there is to know about breastfeeding your baby 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Spearfish Regional Hospital 1440 N. Main Street / Spearfish 605.593.2662

CHICAGO Tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz; one show-stopping song after another.

7:30-10 p.m.

Rushmore Plaza Civic Center 444 Mt. Rushmore Rd. / Rapid City 605.394.4115

SATURDAY 18

Bunny Run 5K Register for a single 5k race, or for the whole series. 8 a.m. check in.

9 a.m.

Spearfish Rec Center 122 Recreation Lane / Spearfish 605.722.1430

SATURDAY 18

Bluebird Box Workshop Take completed birdhouse home.

Reservations are required. Park entrance fee.

10 a.m. OR 2 p.m.

Custer State Park Peter Norbeck Visitor Center 3329 U.S. Highway 16A / Custer 605.255.4464

SATURDAY 18

Breastfeeding Class Explore the world of breastfeeding.

Bring a stuffed animal or doll.

10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Rapid City Regional Hospital 353 Fairmont Blvd. / Rapid City 605.755.1000

SATURDAY 18

FREE—Paws to Read Children improve their literacy skills by reading to a trained dog.

1-3 p.m.

Rapid City Public Library 610 Quincy Street / Rapid City 605.394.4171

SATURDAY 18

Central & Stevens H.S. Prom Bring on the glitz and the glam.

7 p.m.

Rushmore Plaza Civic Center 444 Mt. Rushmore Rd. / Rapid City 605.394.4115

TUESDAY 21

FREE—Teen Planning Group Monthly program just for teens and tweens.

4-6 p.m.

Rapid City Public Library 610 Quincy Street / Rapid City 605.394.4171

WEDNESDAY 22

Parenting Strategies Love and Logic, Positive Parenting, and Behavioral Principals.

6-7 p.m.

Rapid City YMCA 815 Kansas City Street / Rapid City 605.444.9808

WEDNESDAY 22

RC Concert Association: The Limeliters 7:30-10 p.m.

Rushmore Plaza Civic Center Fine Arts Theater 444 Mt. Rushmore Rd. / Rapid City 605.394.4115

SATURDAY 25

In Space: A Musical A hilarious, high energy musical that will keep you laughing.

2 p.m.

Cherry Street Players 601 Columbus Street / Rapid City 605.394.1787

FRIDAY 24-26

YFS Kids Fair Youth & Family Services’ Kids Fair celebrates children and their families.

8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Rushmore Plaza Civic Center 444 Mt. Rushmore Rd. / Rapid City 605.394.4115

FRIDAY 24

In Space: A Musical High energy musical that will keep you laughing and tapping your feet.

7 p.m.

Cherry Street Players 601 Columbus Street / Rapid City 605.394.1787

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