WEEKLY ARTS NEWS, OPPORTUNITIES & EVENTS IN SOUTH DAKOTA
Arts South Dakota, a non-partisan and non-profit service organization, advances the arts for South Dakotans and our visitors by connecting, advocating, and educating.
Check out our Calendar for Events, Arts Opportunities & Jobs on ArtsSouthDakota.org
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Arts South Dakota offices will be closed next Monday, September 5.
We look forward to sending out our weekly newsletter to you next Tuesday, September 6!
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More highlights from the 2022 Arts Conference!
Thank you Apolonia with South Dakota Public Broadcasting for sharing such a wonderfully heart filled interview with JJ James, Tyler Brink and Heather Pickering! Grateful to have you all a part of our Arts Conference 2022!
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Dakota Life: The Chair Is Not Me
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"The Chair Is Not Me" is a poem and a collection of poems written and performed by Lakota actor and poet "JJ" James Janis. Born with cerebral palsy complicated with several other conditions, he was only expected to live for 12 hours, but 60 years later, he is still here! Flutter Productions creates theatrical opportunities for performers of all abilities to craft new works that challenge the perception of people with disabilities. Led by Artistic Director Heather Pickering and supported by fellow Black Hills Works actor Tyler Brink, Flutter Productions inspires people to connect and learn from the diversely abled. Featured performer at the 2022 South Dakota Arts Conference.
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South Dakota Candidates Survey
on Arts and Government
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As a service to our statewide membership and constituents, Arts South Dakota is conducting a survey of candidates for the South Dakota Governor, Legislature, United States Representative & United States Senate, asking for their perspectives on the arts and government.
As the state’s only arts advocacy group, Arts South Dakota is the public partner to the state arts agency. We do not endorse candidates for public office and all responses are published verbatim.
Visit Arts South Dakota for more information!
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Sidewalk Arts Festival September 10
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Arts South Dakota had such a great time connecting with the community last year, we wanted to participate again this year!
Join us for Arts, Crafts, Food and More at the Sidewalk Arts Festival on Saturday, September 10.
The festival is located on the streets surrounding the Washington Pavilion in downtown Sioux Falls, SD, and is open from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Arts South Dakota has booth number 306, close to the food court (like last year)! See you there!
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Arts Happy Hours September 13 & 15
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Arts Happy Hours
Join us for a series of arts meetups around the state! Arts South Dakota will be traveling to hear more about what is happening in a few of the many vibrant arts communities around the state, and to provide a space for local arts groups, artists, and arts supporters to come together.
Join for a drink, appetizer, and conversation. Invite your friends, colleagues, and community leaders – all are welcome, and no RSVP is necessary.
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LEMMON | Tuesday, 9/13, 5:00–7:00pm
With the Grand River Arts Council
Kokomo Gallery, 304 Main Ave
Lemmon, SD
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WATERTOWN | Thursday, 9/15, 4:30–6:30pm
With the Goss Opera House
Goss Opera House, 100 E Kemp Ave, Watertown, SD
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Stephen and Catherine Thurman truly brought the Arts Alive for South Dakota.
Arts Alive was the fist publication in South Dakota to bring together art enthusiasts and organizations throughout the state. They (Thurmans) wrote, edited, designed and coordinated 69 issues, plus a memorable edition in 2016 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the South Dakota Arts Council.
Last week Arts South Dakota gathered with much gratitude to give thanks to Stephen and Catherine for everything they have done for arts. Happy retirement Thurmans!
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Artists in Schools and Communities Roster applications open
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The South Dakota Arts Council invites artists in and near our state to apply to join our teaching artist roster to work in-residence throughout South Dakota communities. The deadline is Sept. 24.
The Artists in Schools and Communities program provides intensive, hands-on education in all arts disciplines to students of all ages by providing funds to schools and nonprofit organizations for residency activities. Artists develop their own residency lesson plans and then adapt them for work throughout the state. Residencies are coordinated through the South Dakota Arts Council as part of the Arts in Education program.
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RECENTLY ADDED & UPDATED OPPORTUNITIES
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UPDATE YOUR EMAIL PREFERENCES:
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Monthly Arts Reader
A monthly, curated reader that will be sent out on the First Friday of every month. The name "reader" is meaningful as we hope you will find each of the limited number of articles worth reading over the course of a month — a purposely short reading list that is thought-provoking and not overwhelming.
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To receive the Monthly Arts Reader, please update your email preferences using the link below! By doing so, it ensures you will receive the Monthly Arts Reader every first Friday of the month!
Past Monthly Arts Readers have included focus on: Arts in Health, Board Development, Navigation, bravery and well being.
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UPDATE YOUR ORGANIZATION:
We've streamlined our Arts Directory and want to make sure we have the most current information listed.
- Please take a few moments to confirm we have everything correct for your organization.
- If your organization isn't listed, or you need to correct your contact information, please use the Arts Organization Directory Update form.
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August 29-September 6, 2022 EVENTS
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REMEMBER TO SUBMIT YOUR IN-PERSON and VIRTUAL EVENTS!
We want to share your events! Whether in-person or virtual, we’re here to help you promote all your events on the only calendar in the state devoted solely to the arts! It is quick and easy to submit!
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MAAC Membership Social | Madison
The Madison Area Arts Council is hosting their membership social with a picnic and live music...
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FRESHMAKERS | Sioux Falls
FRESHMAKERS brings five fantastic artist to the friendly caged wall of the Third Eye Gallery.
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WATERFRONT WEDNESDAYS | Pierre
Located on the Missouri River, Waterfront Gallery in Pierre, SD, opens to the public every Wednesday and by appointment.
The gallery will also host other events, performances, classes and displays throughout the year. Please watch for upcoming events. Waterfront Gallery for the Arts is a new venue supporting the arts in all it’s infinite forms.
Most events are free.
Donations accepted.
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Author Talks at the Matthews | Spearfish
Hear the sounds of a bygone era with Dave Martinson’s Big Band! The 17-piece band along with two vocalists performs a variety...
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“Learn with the Artists” YouTube series | Virtual
We are very excited to inform you of a series of exciting virtual events coming out.
You can enjoy them anywhere through our free YouTube channel and subscribe for notifications when new videos are released! Our videographer Zach Van Harris JR is getting all the artists’ interview videos ready to give us all the juicy insight through the eyes of the artists!
Anne Ainomäe on Wednesday, August 31st at 3 PM
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VIEW ALL EVENTS IN VIRTUAL ONLINE.
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Your gift is essential for our mission and is fully tax deductible!
Donate using our secure online form or send donations to:
Arts South Dakota
PO Box 2496
Sioux Falls, SD 57101
Arts South Dakota Sponsors & Member Organizations
Arts South Dakota Individual Donors
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