With the recent [April, 10th, 2019] observation of a Black Hole in the center of the supergiant elliptical galaxy Messier 87 using an global array of radio X-ray telescopes known by Event Horizon Telescope it might be an appropriate time for briefly reviewing certain aspects of this object in general. Our story will start from the 18th century with mathematician Pierre-Simon Laplace who postulated using Newton’s theory of gravity the first idea of a Black Hole. During the early 20th…
Find out more »Join the Humane Society of the Black Hills at Dakota Point Brewing, LLC for a night of waggy tails and great ales! Place your bids on some great items at the silent auction to help raise funds for animals at the shelter (and enjoy local brews while you do it!). Outbid other supporters on your favorite basket items from 5pm-8pm. The highest bidders will be announced at 8:15pm! Proceeds from the winning bids will be donated to the humane society…
Find out more »Black Hills Community Theatre presents its second mainstage show of its 52nd season, the drama Book of Days by Lanford Wilson. From one of America’s most celebrated playwrights, comes the story of a small midwestern town dominated by three institutions: a cheese plant, a fundamentalist church and a community theatre. When murder strikes in Dublin, Missouri, Ruth Hoch begins her quest to find truth and honesty among the town’s jealousies, religion, greed and lies. Dublin, Missouri is a quiet town…
Find out more »Black Hills Community Theatre presents its second mainstage show of its 52nd season, the drama Book of Days by Lanford Wilson. From one of America’s most celebrated playwrights, comes the story of a small midwestern town dominated by three institutions: a cheese plant, a fundamentalist church and a community theatre. When murder strikes in Dublin, Missouri, Ruth Hoch begins her quest to find truth and honesty among the town’s jealousies, religion, greed and lies. Dublin, Missouri is a quiet town…
Find out more »Black Hills Community Theatre presents its second mainstage show of its 52nd season, the drama Book of Days by Lanford Wilson. From one of America’s most celebrated playwrights, comes the story of a small midwestern town dominated by three institutions: a cheese plant, a fundamentalist church and a community theatre. When murder strikes in Dublin, Missouri, Ruth Hoch begins her quest to find truth and honesty among the town’s jealousies, religion, greed and lies. Dublin, Missouri is a quiet town…
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Rodney Michael, MD, will present on 4 Vesta, the second largest body in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter. Unlike most asteroids, this nearly dwarf planet has a body differentiated similar to Earth with a crust, mantle and core. Dr. Michael, a member of the Black Hills Astronomical Society, will speak on his part of a project, imaging, to predict the precise position of the asteroid. This is a regular meeting of the Black Hills Astronomical Society. All programs…
Find out more »If their favorite questions are “Why?” and “How?” bring your inquisitive kids to our Curiosity Club, where they will discover answers through exploration, invention and creation! Tuesday afternoons from 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. at RCPL Downtown (610 Quincy Street, upstairs in CHAOS Kids Makerspace), Librarian Carrie will be ready with a new theme each week. November’s activities include Springy Launchers (11/19) and Robot Petting Zoo (11/26).
Find out more »Between 1943 and 1944, Black Hills Teachers College (BHTC) hosted the cadets of the 93rd College Training Detachment (CTD). While the presence of these cadets had a significant impact on the University and its history, the Black Hills region left its own mark on the lives of those stationed here.
Find out more »Get ready for the most amazing arts and crafts and unique Japanese snacks! Join us Friday, November 22 at the downtown library (610 Quincy Street, downstairs) from 3:30 – 5 p.m. for #FandomFriday! Partake in arts and crafts while watching your favorite anime episodes on 11/22.
Find out more »We welcome you to an evening of fine food and fellowship, as we celebrate the talents and achievements of various HOPE Center guests. This is the perfect event to end our week of activities during National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week. Tickets are on sale now for $25 via Eventbrite. www.eventbrite.com
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