November 2023 by 605 Magazine

VOL.15 | NO.10

NOVEMBER 2023

HOLIDAY ISSUE

FEATURING

Meet the Creative: Tom Bates DOWNTOWN DELIGHTS: DOWNTOWN CHAMBERLAIN

ON THE MENU: NERDY NUTS

CONNECTING TO CULTURE A LOOK AT MENTAL HEALTH ON THE RESERVATION

605 PROFILE: CHAM PHAN

n Mixologist of the Month

Jared Hermanson

What Fact Should people Know About Morrie’s Steakhouse?

We source all of our ingredients locally through direct partnerships with farms, ranches, and businesses; Including vegetables, pork, chicken, and beef—even American Wagyu!

Can you Talk About the Private Dining?

Morrie’s has two private dining rooms. We host anniversaries, birthdays, retirements, holiday parties, and corporate events. Our PDR seats up to 50 for dinner, while our EBR seats up to 25.

What Inspired You to Get into this Industry?

My friend’s passion for bartending led me to learning directly from him actually.

Drink of Choice: Jalapeño Margarita. Favorite Dish on the Menu: SD Poutine. Favorite Part of Sioux Falls:

The close-knit community.

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Meet the Creative Tom Bates

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Downtown Delights Downtown Chamberlain

605 Stops By Great Plains Zoo Creative Creatures Art Show

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Events 08

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Event Calendar

Fo o d + D r i n k 56

On the Menu Nerdy Nuts

A Restaurant Rebrand Bella Cucina Italian Ristorante

Home + Living 76

Finding Beauty in the Intentional Timberbloom Home & Lifestyle

Lifest yle 86

Connecting to Culture A Look at Mental Health on the Reservation

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6 EVENTS

Deadwood’s Big Whiskey Festival November 11 Main Street • Deadwood • 4 p.m. Deadwood’s Big Whiskey Festival will feature more than 30 different whiskeys from across the globe. Several locations throughout Deadwood will take part in this event. A ticket will allow you to sample 15 varieties of Whiskey, Bourbon, and Scotch. MORE INFO: DEADWOOD.COM.

Th i n g s to do in November Due to the possibility of cancellations, please check event websites & social media posts before attending.

41st Annual Festival of Trees November 17-18

Historic Homestake Opera House Lead • 4 p.m.

Dakota Coffee Festival November 4 Denny Sanford PREMIER Center Sioux Falls • 9 a.m. Take your tastebuds on a journey with some of the finest coffee blends in South Dakota at the Dakota Coffee Festival. General admission tickets will allow you to indulge in free samples from over a dozen coffee vendors and specialty drinks. Throughout the event, unique giveaway prizes will be offered, perfect for every coffee connoisseur. MORE INFO: DENNYSANFORDPREMIERCENTER.COM. *All photos for 6 Things are submitted by the event or its promoter unless otherwise noted.

See the Historic Homestake Opera House get festive during the 41st Annual Festival of Trees. The Opera House will be decorated and filled with a variety of Christmas trees and wreaths, all decorated by local businesses and individuals. Stick around for a silent auction that is filled with a variety of goods, certificates, and more. It’s an event you don’t want to miss. MORE INFO: HOMESTAKE OPERAHOUSE.ORG.

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Grand Lighting Ceremony Christmas at the Capitol November 21 South Dakota State Capitol • Pierre • 7 p.m. Ring in the holiday festivities with the Grand Lighting Ceremony for Christmas at the Capitol. Enjoy a stroll through a twinkling Winter Wonderland from November 21 to December 26. MORE INFO: CHRISTMASATTHECAPITOL.SD.GOV.

Parade of Lights November 24 Downtown • Sioux Falls 7:30 p.m. Bundle up and make your way to downtown Sioux Falls for the 31st Annual Parade of Lights. Holiday floats wrapped in festive decorations and a plethora of lights line the streets of historic downtown. Bring the entire family to revel in the tradition of enjoying the sights, sounds, and one-of-a-kind floats and displays, all inspired by this year’s theme, “At the Movies” in honor of The Sioux Falls State Theatre. MORE INFO: DTSF.COM.

Holiday Celebration & Winter Market November 25 Main Street Square • Rapid City • 2 p.m. Usher in the holiday season during the Holiday Celebration & Winter Market at Main Street Square. Browse through local vendor booths for the perfect gift and enjoy an impressive performance by the Black Hills Figure Skating Club. The holidays will come to life during the Tree Lighting Ceremony, followed by the Downtown Festival of Lights parade. MORE INFO: MAINSTREETSQUARE.ORG.

EVENTS

N OV E M B E R 202 3 E V E NT S +ENTERTAINMENT

ABERDEEN

BROOKINGS

3-4

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+ABERDEEN

WINGS VS MINOT MINOTAURUS

Odde Ice Center, Aberdeen. 7:15 p.m. More info: aberdeenwings.com.

+GET INVOLVED

3-4

+BROOKINGS PRCA RODEO

Dacotah Bank Center, Brookings. 7:30 p.m. More info: dacotahbankcenter.com.

11 ___________________________

+ABERDEEN WINGS VS ST. CLOUD NORSEMEN

Odde Ice Center, Aberdeen. 7:15 p.m. More info: aberdeenwings.com.

13-18 ___________________________ +FEZTIVAL OF TREES Yelduz Shrine Center, Aberdeen. Times vary. More info: facebook. com.

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+CENTRAL PARK TREE LIGHTING

Central Park, Aberdeen. 5:30 p.m. More info: visitaberdeensd.com.

18-19

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+45TH ANNUAL WINTERFEST

Dacotah Bank Center, Brookings. 5:30 p.m. More info: brookingsareachamberofcommerce. com.

Historic Adams House, Deadwood. 1 p.m. More info: deadwoodhistory. com.

OF THE ADAMS HOUSE

+WILLIAMS & REE Deadwood Mountain Grand, Deadwood. 8 p.m. More info: deadwoodmountaingrand.com.

+KATIE DEAL: CRAZY

FOR PATSY CLINE

Canton Performing Arts Center, Canton. 7 p.m. More info: cantonpac.com.

DEADWOOD

+SDSU WOMEN’S

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Frost Arena, Brookings. 7 p.m. More info: visitbrookingssd.com.

+DEADWOOD’S BIG

16-18 ___________________________

Main Street, Deadwood. 4 p.m. More info: deadwood.com.

VOLLEYBALL VS USD

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+GRAND FUNK RAILROAD & JEFFERSON STARSHIP

Deadwood Mountain Grand, Deadwood. 8 p.m. More info: deadwoodmountaingrand.com.

WHISKEY FESTIVAL

HILL CITY

EXHIBIT

South Dakota State Railroad Museum, Hill City. All day. More info: visithillcitysd.com.

LEAD

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+41ST ANNUAL

FESTIVAL OF TREES Historic Homestake Opera House, Lead. 4 p.m. More info: homestakeoperahouse.org.

MITCHELL

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+OZARK JUBILEE:

BRANSON COUNTRY CHRISTMAS

Mitchell Area Community Theatre, Mitchell. 2 p.m. More info: mitchellact.org.

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+FESTIVAL OF NEW

+HAIRBALL

PLAYS

Deadwood Mountain Grand, Deadwood. 8 p.m. More info: deadwoodmountaingrand.com.

Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center, Brookings. 7:30 p.m. More info: sdstate.edu.

17 ___________________________

+OLDE TYME

CHRISTMAS PARADE Main Street, Hill City. All day. More info: visithillcitysd.com.

24-25

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+CLAY WALKER

+HOLIDAY

SHOPPING EXPO

Dacotah Bank Center, Brookings. 9 a.m. More info: facebook.com.

23 ___________________________

30 ___________________________

Hillcrest Aquatic Center, Brookings. 9 a.m. More info: visitbrookingssd.com.

Northern State University, Aberdeen. 7:30 p.m. More info: facebook.com.

+TREES & TRAINS

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+COMMUNITY

CHORAL CONCERT

+CHRISTMAS TOURS

Dacotah Bank Center, Brookings. 7 p.m. More info: dacotahbankcenter. com.

Civic Arena, Aberdeen. Times vary. More info: aberdeenareaartscouncil.com.

+NSU WINTER

+AGRICULTURE

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SKILLET: ROCK RESURRECTION TOUR

24-30

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CANTON

+BRIDAL SHOWCASE A DEADMAN &

10-11

24-26

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+THEORY OF

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+MUSIC

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APPRECIATION BANQUET

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Dakota Event Center, Aberdeen. 1 p.m. More info: facebook.com.

+SPORTS

TURKEY DAY RUN

Deadwood Mountain Grand, Deadwood. 8 p.m. More info: deadwoodmountaingrand.com.

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+KRIS KRINGLE CRAFT FAIR & BAZAAR

Hill City. All day. More info: visithillcity.com.

+THE CLAIRVOYANTS +1880 TRAIN - HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR

Deadwood Mountain Grand, Deadwood. 8 p.m. More info: deadwoodmountaingrand.com.

HOLIDAY EXPRESS

Hill City Station, Hill City. Times vary. More info: 1880train.com.

+1880 TRAIN

HOLIDAY EXPRESS: SPIKED!

Hill City Station, Hill City. Times vary. More info: 1880train.com.

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PIERRE/FORT PIERRE

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+BALSAM RANGE

Riggs High Theatre, Pierre. 6:30 p.m. More info: classy.org.

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+GLACIAL LAKES DISTILLERY TAKEOVER

Drifters Bar & Grille, Fort Pierre. 4 p.m. More info: visitfortpierre. com.

10-12, 16-18 ___________________________ +ALL IS CALM

Grand Opera House, Pierre. Times vary. More info: pierreplayers.com.

11-12

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+ZONTA CRAFT & VENDOR SHOW

Ramkota RiverCentre, Pierre. Times vary. More info: business. pierre.org.

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+PARADE OF LIGHTS Broadway St, Pierre. 5 p.m. More info: business.pierre.org.

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+GRAND LIGHTING

CEREMONY CHRISTMAS AT THE CAPITOL

South Dakota State Capitol, Pierre. 7 p.m. More info: business.pierre.org.

22-30

RAPID CITY

1-4

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+GOLD RUSH NATIONALS

Summit Arena, Rapid City. Times vary. More info: themonument.live.

2 ___________________________ +LEWIS BLACK: OFF THE RAILS

Performing Arts Center of Rapid City, Rapid City. 8 p.m. More info: performingartsrc.org.

2-4

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+DRACULA

Seraphim Theatrical Entertainment, Rapid City. 7 p.m. More info: seraphimte.com.

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CAPITOL

South Dakota State Capitol Building, Pierre. 8 a.m. More info: business.pierre.org.

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+ANNUAL

CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING

Duffy Community Center, Fort Pierre. 4 p.m. More info: fortpierre. com.

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+HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE

East Pierre Landscape & Garden, Pierre. 12 p.m. More info: business. pierre.org.

+WRANGLER TEAM ROPING

James Kjerstad Event Center, Rapid City. 9 a.m. More info: centralstatesfair.com.

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+YESTERDAY ONCE MORE

The Monument, Rapid City. 7 p.m. More info: themonument.live.

10-11

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+JOHNNY HASTINGS TRIO

Tinder Box, Rapid City. 8 p.m. More info: rapidcitytinderbox.com.

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+CHRISTMAS AT THE

4-5

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+THE BREWERY COMEDY TOUR

Hay Camp Brewing Company, Rapid City. 6 p.m.More info: facebook.com.

+BLACK HILLS CON GAME DAY

Holiday Inn, Rapid City. 9 a.m. More info: blackhillscon.com.

+WINTER

3-5, 10-12, 17-19 ___________________________

MARKETPLACE

+THE

BEERFEST

REVOLUTIONISTS

Black Hills Community Theatre, Rapid City. Times vary. More info: bhct.org.

4 ___________________________ +WINTERFEST

CRAFT FAIR & TREE PROMENADE

Canyon Lake Activity Center, Rapid City. 10 a.m. More info: facebook. com.

The Monument, Rapid City. 10 a.m. More info: themonument.live.

+MOUNTAIN WEST The Monument, Rapid City. 1 p.m. More info: themonument.live.

+VETERAN’S DAY CEREMONY

Main Street Square, Rapid City. 10:30 a.m. More info: mainstreetsqaure.org.

+RAPID CITY RUSH VS TULSA OILERS The Monument, Rapid City. 7:05 p.m. More info: eventsvisitrapidcity.com.

EVENTS

N OV E M B E R 202 3 E V E NT S +ENTERTAINMENT

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+MANNHEIM

STEAMROLLER CHRISTMAS

The Monument, Rapid City. 7:30 p.m. More info: themonument.live.

24-25

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+THE NUTCRACKER BALLET

The Monument, Rapid City. Times vary. More info: themonument.live.

+LEWIS BLACK

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+SCANDINAVIAN

+MERCYME,

First Lutheran Church, Sioux Falls. 9 a.m. More info: facebook.com.

Denny Sanford PREMIER Center, Sioux Falls. 7 p.m. More info: dennysanfordpremiercenter.com.

+DAKOTA COFFEE FESTIVAL

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+CHRISTMAS NIGHT

+FALL VENDOR

Storybook Island, Rapid City. 5:30 p.m. More info: storybookisland. org.

The Social, Sioux Falls. 10 a.m. More info: facebook.com.

OF LIGHT

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+HOLIDAY

CELEBRATION & WINTER MARKET

Main Street Square, Rapid City. 2 p.m. More info: mainstreetsquare. org.

+FESTIVAL OF

LIGHTS PARADE

Downtown, Rapid City. 6 p.m. More info: facebook.com.

SIOUX FALLS

1 ___________________________

SHOW

+SIOUX FALLS STAMPEDE VS FARGO FORCE

Denny Sanford PREMIER Center, Sioux Falls. 6:05 p.m. More info: sfstampede.com.

+LILY ROSE

Bigs Bar, Sioux Falls. 7 p.m. More info: facebook.com.

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+PUDDLES PITY PARTY

The District, Sioux Falls. 7:30 p.m. More info: thedistrictsf.com.

9-11

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+JUDY COLLINS

Orpheum Theatre Center, Sioux Falls. 7:30 p.m. More info: siouxfallsorpheum.com.

3 ___________________________ +SIOUX FALLS

STAMPEDE VS LINCOLN STARS

Denny Sanford PREMIER Center, Sioux Falls. 7:05 p.m. More info: sfstampede.com.

TOBYMAC, & ZACH WILLIAMS

Denny Sanford PREMIER Center, Sioux Falls. 7 p.m. More info: dennysanfordpremiercenter.com.

BUFFET & ANNUAL BAZAAR

+SPRING

AWAKENING

Washington Pavillion, Sioux Falls. 7:30 p.m. More info: washingtonpavilion.org.

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+YELLOWSTONE

+SPORTS

TOBYMAC, & ZACH WILLIAMS

Bigs Bar, Sioux Falls. 7 p.m. More info: facebook.com.

11 ___________________________ +SIOUX FALLS

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+THE SUITS

+SIOUX FALLS

Washington Pavillion, Sioux Falls. 7 p.m. More info: washingtonpavilion.org.

+SIOUX FALLS

STAMPEDE VS SIOUX CITY MUSKETEERS Denny Sanford PREMIER Center, Sioux Falls. 7:05 p.m. More info: sfstampede.com.

17-19

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+AUTUMN FESTIVAL, AN ARTS & CRAFTS AFFAIR

Denny Sanford PREMIER Center, Sioux Falls. Times vary. More info: hpifestivals.com.

17-30

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Denny Sanford PREMIER Center, Sioux Falls. 6:05 p.m. More info: sfstampede.com.

+WINTER

12 ___________________________

Falls Park, Sioux Falls. Times vary. More info: experiencesiouxfalls.com.

WONDERLAND

+A MOTOWN

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Washington Pavillion, Sioux Falls. 7:30 p.m. More info: washingtonpavilion.org.

+CODY JOHNSON

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+CIRQUE

MUSICA: HOLIDAY WONDERLAND Washington Pavillion, Sioux Falls. 7:30 p.m. More info: washingtonpavilion.org.

16-19

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+DAPA: THE

LIGHTNING THIEF

Orpheum Theatre Center, Sioux Falls. Times vary. More info: siouxfallsorpheum.com.

JINGLE BELL RUN

Fawick Park, Sioux Falls. 5 p.m. More info: dtsf.com.

+PARADE OF LIGHTS Downtown, Sioux Falls. 7:30 p.m. More info: dtsf.com.

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+SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY 2023

STAMPEDE VS OMAHA LANCERS

CHRISTMAS

___________________________

+JOSEY SCOTT

ORIGINAL VOICE OF SALIVA

+MUSIC

+MERCYME,

Orpheum Theatre Center, Sioux Falls. 8 p.m. More info: siouxfallsorpheum.com.

Denny Sanford PREMIER Center, Sioux Falls. 9 a.m. More info: dennysanfordpremiercenter.com.

24-26

+GET INVOLVED

Denny Sanford PREMIER Center, Sioux Falls. 7:30 p.m. More info: dennysanfordpremiercenter.com.

Downtown, Sioux Falls. Times vary. More info: dtsf.com.

+CREATIVE

CREATURES ART SHOW

Great Plains Zoo, Sioux Falls. 1 p.m. More info: greatzoo.org.

28-30

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+DISNEY’S ALADDIN Washington Pavillion, Sioux Falls. 7:30 p.m. More info: washingtonpavilion.org.

SPEARFISH

3-5

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+ONE FLEW OVER

+HAIRBALL

The Matthews Opera House, Spearfish. Times vary. More info: matthewsopera.com.

The District, Sioux Falls. 7 p.m. More info: thedistrictsf.com.

THE CUCKOO’S NEST

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+SIOUX FALLS STAMPEDE VS DES MOINES BUCCANEERS

Denny Sanford PREMIER Center, Sioux Falls. 7:05 p.m. More info: sfstampede.com.

SOCIAL

The Social, Sioux Falls. 6 p.m. More info: facebook.com.

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+BELLMAN BROWN BAG SERIES: TIM VELDER

The Matthews Opera House, Spearfish. 12 p.m. More info: matthewsopera.com.

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+THE MAE SIMPSON

+DINNER & A MOVIE:

BAND

The Matthews Opera House, Spearfish. 8 p.m. More info: matthewsopera.com

IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE

The Goss Opera House, Watertown. 6:30 p.m. More info: visitwatertownsd.com.

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+BEST OF

BROADWAY WITH ANDREA ROSS The Matthew Opera House, Spearfish. 2 p.m. More info: matthewsopera.com.

STURGIS

25 ___________________________

+11TH ANNUAL WINTER WONDERLAND

Lake Kampeska, Watertown. 6 p.m. More info: visitwatertownsd.com.

WORTHING

___________________________

+STURGIS SMALL

BUSINESS SATURDAY Sturgis. Times Vary. More info: sturgisareachamber.com.

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+ANNUAL STURGIS TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY

Main Street, Sturgis. 7 p.m. More info: sturgisareachamber.com.

WATERTOWN

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+FESTIVAL OF TREES Lake Area Technical College, Watertown. 5:30 p.m. More info: visitwatertownsd.com.

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+THE ODD LIFE

The Goss Opera House, Watertown. 7 p.m. More info: thegossoperahouse. com.

+EVERY CHRISTMAS STORY EVER TOLD (AND THEN SOME!) Olde Town Dinner Theatre, Worthing. 8 p.m. More info: oldetownetheatre.org.

YANKTON

10-12

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+URINETOWN: THE MUSICAL

Mount Marty University, Yankton. 7:30 p.m. More info: business. yanktonsd.com.

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+CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR

The Center, Yankton. 9 a.m. More info: business.yanktonsd.com.

24-30

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S U B M I T TO E V E N T S @ 6 0 5 M AG A Z I N E .CO M BY T H E 1 5 T H O F T H E M O N T H P R I O R TO P R I N T, O R I T W I L L B E D I S C A R D ED. E V EN T S A R E N OT G UA R A N T EED TO M A K E T H E C U T.

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Lowell Nesbitt, Flamingos, 1981, silkscreen, Gift of Neil C. Cockerline in Memory of Florence L. Cockerline

October 28, 2023 - April 21, 2024

Signe Stuart, Seven Poles, 2018, acrylic on cut mulberry paper, 24” x 51”, Courtesy Pie Projects Contemporary Art and the Artist

October 14, 2023 - March 30, 2024

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+HALL OF TREES

Mead Musuem, Yankton. 12 p.m. More info: meadbuilding.org.

1036 Medary Ave.,Brookings SouthDakotaArtMuseum.com Free Admission. Everyone Welcome.

TOM BA meet the creative

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ATES

“I stumbled upon the interest of graphic design,” shared Tom Bates. Growing up in Waverly, Iowa, a career in art and design remained foreign to Bates until his mother introduced him to the term “graphic design.” “I grew up with an interest in art and was naturally good at it,” explained Bates. “Everyone knew me as the guy who could draw. Even my middle school assessment test pointed me in the direction of art.” Despite this knowledge, Bates decided to pursue mechanical engineering at St. Cloud State University. It didn’t take long before he realized this route was not for him. “My mom, understanding me better than I understood myself, again suggested I pursue graphic design,” admitted Bates. “I left my physics homework on the library table and wandered to the art building where the Kiehle Visual Arts Center gallery director, Justin Quinn, sat with me and educated me about the possibilities of design.” Bates transferred to South Dakota State University, as a transfer athlete for the men’s track and field team, and dove into a new artistic world.

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“I found a mentor in Young Ae Kim that taught me how to think conceptually and educated me on the vast possibilities of what a career in graphic design can be,” shared Bates. “She’s been a big influence on my design career.”

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Now, Bates shares his artisan work as a senior graphic designer at Fresh Produce and explores other creative interests independently.

Near Hill City, Hwy 385 MINERBREWING.COM

ART + DESIGN

Bates has curated a plethora of skills and work for his portfolio, sharing it throughout the Sioux Falls community and beyond. “My goal as an artist is to hopefully delight myself and other people,” said Bates. “Being intentional about adding delight to the work and creative process is valuable and if I can stay passionate about it, so will the people who engage with it.” Read more about Bates’ art story, favorite projects, his Etsy shop, and more.

i started sharing my art because… the act of sharing art is a creative

process in its own right. As a graphic designer, it’s key to separate yourself emotionally from your work and allow yourself to think critically about what is trying to be accomplished. Sharing work and embracing the next challenge is a beneficial practice.

the best part of my job is…

knowing that I chose a career in art and design. Label it as an entrepreneurial mindset, but I’m passionate about effecting positive change and adding value to people’s lives through art and design.

one of my favorite projects with Fresh Produce has been… designing logos for Black Hills State University and Maguire (formerly known as Maguire Iron). The process was a rewarding challenge and the team on the client’s side was terrific to collaborate with.

Bates was hired as a student designer at BluePrint, the student-run design/print center on SDSU’s campus, before beginning formal classes.

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my favorite personal design project has been… designing the brand identity for the Great Plains Climbing Coalition. Witnessing their dedication to community education and stewardship of the rock climbing landscapes in eastern South Dakota is truly motivating. I’m glad I was able to be a small part of it and help them with their future goals.

what people might not know about my art is… that it changes. My art is based on being curious and experimenting. At Fresh Produce, we have a company ethics called the Mystic Truths. One of them is “Live an Interested Life." It's a reminder that I’m allowed to permit myself to try new experiences.

my favorite art medium to delve into is… digital. I love exploring the possibilities of what the tools on my computer can do.

i started my etsy shop because… I found that people were interested in purchasing what I was making. OnlyBirdArt is full of geometric illustrations of birds. It began as a self-initiated creative exercise to explore a new design aesthetic but then turned into something people were captivated by.

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something i’m working a dream I have for the on that i’m excited future is… to teach graphic design the business of design in one form or about is… “Season Two” of my bird oranother. Becoming a professor is extremely art. My first series of birds was loosely based on state birds, but the second series is more focused on game birds, specifically around the Midwest. Look out for it this fall!

something influencing me right now is… Author

Bill Bryson’s book, A Short History of Nearly Everything. The way he writes and describes theories about the universe, the solar system, and life on Earth is mesmerizing and humorous.

interesting to me, but the road to teaching comes in many different ways.

my advice to aspiring artists is… to live an interested

life. Explore and learn new things related and unrelated to art. The more experiences, skills, and memories you collect, the easier they can connect to ideas. To live an interesting life requires living an interested life.

my favorite art medium when i walk around is… film. I’m a movie buff and a great downtown Sioux Falls, film is a masterclass of many creative professions combined- music, writing, one of my favorite acting, photography, color, sound, editing, places to stop by is… composition, and animation. Mama’s Ladas. It’s one of my top two favorite lunch spots in Sioux Falls.

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my favorite thing to do at home is... spend time with my wife, Peyton, and our dog, Bella. Peyton and I are both busy individually during the day, but the evenings are ours to share. We go on many nature walks, have game nights, and watch TV.

one thing i love about South Dakota is… the openness and diversity of

the landscape across the state. I’m blown away by all of the nature in the state that can be explored. It’s a large source of inspiration for me.

something i want people to know about me is… that I’m thankful

for all of the people who have influenced and shaped me into the artist and designer I am today. I’m extremely happy that my passion is my job and I’m able to make a good living doing it.

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“the reason why i keep going is the pursuit to be the best at my craft & to advocate for & support art & design.”

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Downtown delights

downtown chamberlain Chamberlain is a riverside small town with a charming strip that harbors some surprising gems.

At the heart of Chamberlain lies Main Street, a bustling hub of activities and shops that offers both residents and visitors an array of experiences. From its rich history to its welcoming culture and warm hospitality, Chamberlain’s Main Street is a treasure trove waiting to be explored.

dreams to life here,” said Lyssa Bruzelius, executive director of South Dakota Missouri River Tourism (SDMRT).

The modest storefronts exude the style of an old western town, rustic and simple, concealing the bursts of unique atmosphere within each shop. “Open any door and be floored by what you discover on the other side,” added SDMRT executive assistant Emelie Havard.

“The people of Chamberlain have brought great

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As the holiday season rapidly approaches, Main Street boasts several local shops catering to everyone’s needs. From basic necessities, specialty stores, and eclectic shops, the Chamberlain shopping network will surely aid in holiday shopping. Bruzelius shared with 605 four local shops that offer unique items and personalized customer service. She recommends checking out these businesses to find the perfect gift for anyone on your list.

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For beautifully crafted cultural creations, Bruzlius mentioned Dakota Plains Gallery & Gifts. Mike Normile, executive director of the Dakota Indian Foundation, says the shop was first established 10 years ago as an economic development opportunity for Native American artists and crafters. “There wasn’t a prior opportunity for vendors or artists to sell their work,” he added. “Now, Dakota Plains Gallery & Gifts allows those artists to bring their work in.” The Native American art gallery displays authentic and native-made creations by Lakota and Dakota individuals in the state. The shop hosts intricate beadwork, colorful quilts, landscape paintings, jewelry, traditional woodwork, and more. “We also have adult and children’s books that were written by Native American authors,” said Normile. Throughout the shop's years of business, their goal has remained the same, to have the community of Chamberlain and its visitors realize the value and beauty of native crafts. “The artists take a lot of time and pride when creating their work,” expressed Normile. “It’s all made with love.” For those looking for gifts for friends or loved ones, Normile suggests earrings or quilts to create the perfect gift, though it does depend on an individual’s taste. He added, “We want to get the word out that there are crafters out there creating beautiful products, and you can get them on Main Street in Chamberlain. Our door is always open.”

“Our customers can visit our website & view our gallery & everything they see on there can be purchased online & in-store.”

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Bad River Jerky is Bruzelius' recommendation when gift shopping for foodies. “This beef jerky shop is located just off Main Street and is waiting to delight customers' taste buds,” shared Bruzelius. The shop was originally owned by Don and Mary Ward, but they were searching to sell their homemade jerky recipes. After Nikki Ashley saw the advertisement, she thought it would be a neat side business to add to her life. Ashley explains she’s always had an entrepreneurial spirit, so running a small business was perfect for her. “At Bad River Jerky, we carry old-fashioned jerky, pemmican, snack sticks, meat sticks, and summer sausage,” said Ashley. Ashley stated that she originally purchased 30 different flavor recipes from the owners, but has been working to create her own variety of flavors. The numerous meat snacks range from sweet to savory flavors, such as Blueberry Cashew, Cranberry Pecan, Pistachio Onion Garlic, and Teriyaki Pineapple. She shares that when she attends vendor shows, oftentimes customers will give her ideas on what they would like to taste. Throughout the holiday season, Bad River Jerky offers gift baskets. Customers can choose from Ashley’s meat products and ship them to wherever they would like. “We’ll have everything this season,” said Ashley.

“I like to refer to our sliced jerky as the old-fashioned saddle bag jerky; it’s a little drier than most jerky out there.”

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For kitchenware gifts, Bruzlius mentioned Berry + Basil. “This high-end kitchen and gourmet food store boasts a vast collection of everything you could ever want in your kitchen,” said Bruzlius. “They also offer an impressive selection of wines.” For owners Cindy Peterson and Angi Hanzlik, their goal with Berry + Basil was simple: To introduce joy back into the kitchen and spending time with friends and family. “There’s no better time than during the holidays to really remind ourselves that those are the moments that are most important and to feel confident about having those opportunities,” stated Peterson.

Hanzlik believes that their store truly has something for everyone and their budget. Their catalog of products ranges from cookware, bakeware, dining and home essentials, coffee and teas, and more. During the holidays, the pair of owners bring in holiday-inspired products, specifically kitchen, dining, and entertainment products. “You can easily mix those festive products with your existing dishware, so you don’t have to spend a lot of money to bring the holiday spirit into the kitchen and entertain,” said Peterson. Peterson and Hanzlik also offer Recipe Boxes throughout the year, but they’ve become a highly sought-after item during the holiday season.

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“Our recipe boxes include ingredients to make a recipe, small meal, or even snacks,” said Hanzlik. “If someone comes in and is at a loss for a gift idea, like maybe they don’t cook or don’t know what somebody would need, we can help point them in the right direction.” Peterson added, “Angi and I both have a lot of fun helping put together gifts and asking questions about the gift receiver, trying to figure out what fits their personalities in a brief conversation.” The recipe boxes are available in-store and online and are able to be shipped anywhere in the country. Peterson says all they need is an address and a budget. “Angi and I will take care of it from beginning to end,” she said.

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rochelle hopkins For inclusive gifts for women, BFF’s Ship and Shop Boutique is the place to go, says Bruzlius. The boutique came to be after two breast cancer survivors, Rochelle Hopkins and Jen Lauristen, shared the same goal of helping others with breast cancer. “Starting BFF’s has given me the platform and place to do that,” mused Hopkins. Hopkins shares that the shop carries a wide range of fashionable clothing (sizes small to 3XL), unique accessories, natural beauty products, and gifts. As guests wander the store, they’re able to sip on a cool glass of wine, a mimosa, water, or soda. “We have quite a few people who will just stop in for a drink and conversation,” shared Hopkins. While Hopkins believes many products for BFF’s would make the perfect gift, she focused on their branded Natural Beauty Products. “These products are all organic and great for anyone who wants to use all-natural products on their skin,” she explained. Throughout their time in business, BFF’s Sip and Shop Boutique has achieved its goal of spreading awareness and feeling close to its community. “I love being able to see so many people that I normally wouldn’t get to see without being at the store,” expressed Hopkins. “I love being able to help our customers find something special.” When visiting downtown Chamberlain, Bruzlius shares that you can find something for anyone. “It provides a relaxed atmosphere while hosting a variety of places to visit, good food, great shops, and hidden gems,” she said.

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GR E AT PL A I NS Z O O CR E AT I V E CR E AT U R E S A R T SHOW This holiday season, creativity and wildlife converge in a large display of artistry and imagination at the Great Plains Zoo Creative Creatures Art Show. The innovative event invites artists to showcase their talents while celebrating the diverse and aweinspiring creatures that inhabit the planet. “I believe the Creative Creature Art Show allows us to bridge the gap between our wild world and our community,” shared Denise DePaolo, PR and marketing director of the Great Plains Zoo. The annual art showcase is curated by Untitled.10. The visual arts organization introduces selected artists' work to the public, combining the world of art and creatures. The Creative Creature Art Show was introduced in 2022, says DePaolo. The winter pop-up spanned across the zoo, turning three separate animal viewing areas into galleries. The snow monkey viewing area featured paintings by Amanda Boerger, while the Asian cat viewing room featured an installation of sculptures by Cameron Stalheim.

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“Untitled.10 has been an amazing force in our Sioux Falls art scene, so we want to ensure that we’re giving them the recognition they deserve.”

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A group of local artists displayed their work alongside art students in the Komodo dragon enclosure, all with the theme of animals and nature in common. Throughout the night, guests enjoyed a wild, wondrous walk under the stars. The zoo was carefully decorated with twinkling holiday lights and nature-inspired imagery. “The Creative Creatures Art Show was created for our community not only to be engaged with the zoo, but with art,” said DePaolo. As a way to commemorate the event, guests were encouraged to capture their visit with a photo in front of a mini mural created by local muralist Jenae Porter.

“Our first event showcased a fresh and exciting way to bring art into the zoo,” enthused DePaolo. “It was a fun experience for our curators as well, as it was a challenge to bring art into some different spaces you normally would not see it in.” For the second annual art show, DePaolo explains they wanted to capture the identical theme and focus but evolve it into something for everyone. “This year we’re trying out something during the day that’s more family-friendly and kids-focused,” she said. “But at the end of the day, we’re bringing beautiful local art into our space, and we strive for it to be in a place where the community can enjoy it.”

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Following the closure of the Delbridge Museum of Natural History, DePaolo and the zoo staff began brainstorming themes for this year's show. “We don’t have a large museum space to work with, so we thought now we have a large white wall, why wouldn’t we make it beautiful?" shared DePaolo. “We look at it every day and our guests are encountering it, so let’s create something amazing.” On November 25, Untitled.10 and their nine selected artists will create nine individual pieces that will decorate the wall separating what once was the museum and the lobby. Each artist has the opportunity to choose from a list of 25 varying species that inhabit the Great Plains Zoo year-round. DePaolo says the artist can choose the one that resonates with them most, and curate an original art piece based on the animal. “It won’t necessarily be a painting of that specific animal, but inspired by it,” explained DePaolo. “It allows the artist to have creative license.” The public is invited to view the artists in action ahead of the show, while kids can venture into the classroom to partake in their own art projects. “There will be a large banner that kids can help color in; their own mural they get to work on,” said DePaolo.

“For a lot of artists, animals are a source of inspiration, so the zoo is a natural place where we can display their work.”

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The colorfully decorated banner will be on display at the grand opening of the upcoming lion exhibit. “I love the idea of closing that loop, letting the kids work on something. Coming to visit the lions, and then seeing their artwork on the banner is exciting,” mused DePaolo. The Creative Creatures Art Show is more than just an exhibition of artistic talent; it’s a platform for highlighting the importance of recent wildlife conservation. “During the event, we’ll have a table out to learn all about our black-

footed ferret conservation work that we’ve been doing,” shared DePaolo. Throughout this year, members of the Great Plains Zoo have traveled to Lower Brule and Wind Cave National Park to seek out wild ferrets. Once spotted, the team safely live taps them, then ensures they have vaccines and microchips to help keep track of the population. “The black-footed ferret was once believed to be extinct,” declared DePaolo. “They’re a crucial part of our prairie ecosystem. With this conservation effort, we’re able to keep an eye on that population, how they’re doing, and be able to identify what individual animal has been treated and vaccinated.”

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come one, come all As part of the Creative Creatures Art Show, the Great Plains Zoo will remain open for regular business hours.

The Great Plains Zoo team has been lucky to have found an ample amount of wild ferrets this fall, and now they're able to continue ensuring the health of the ferret population. Upon completion of the mural, a big unveiling will take place. While guests are able to watch artists in action, DePaolo says seeing the mural as one will create a large impact. Every year, the Creative Creatures Art Show will continue to evolve, but the inspiring message will remain the same. “Artists are inspired by the natural world and in turn, we're inspired by their work,” explained DePaolo. “When we view an interesting painting or image of an animal, it’s only going to enhance our connection to the animal and the conservation efforts of them in the wild.” She continued, “I hope our guests leave with an enhanced love of conservation, wild animals, and species, but I also hope they obtain a greater appreciation for the amazing artists in our community.”

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605 Spotlight Martin Dill Writ ten by G ab by S u den g a + photos by Cailyn Pat ters o n

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In the heart of Sioux Falls, there exists a vibrant hub of culture, commerce, and community—downtown Sioux Falls. Amidst the bustling streets and businesses is Martin Dill and his team of red shirts known as the Downtown Sioux Falls Ambassadors. “We do everything that makes downtown Sioux Falls safe, sanitary, interesting, and beautiful,” stated Dill, operations manager for Downtown Sioux Falls, Inc. and Block by Block. From watering flowers to chatting with visitors and locals alike, the ambassadors help make downtown a desirable place to visit. “We want to be engaging, ask people how they’re doing, and help direct them to where they want to go,” explained Dill. The outreach of the ambassadors extends beyond tourists and residents, to businesses and shop owners as well. “We want our business owners to know that we’re not only here to help, but that we’re accessible,” shared Dill. “If something outside of their storefront needs attention, they can let us know.” Though some days, their duties aren’t glamorous. It comes with cleaning up trash, dog waste, and occasionally graffiti. “We do a little bit of everything,” added Dill. T H E A U T U M N I S S U E october 2023

The ambassadors also help those in need, such as the unhoused, by connecting them to resources in town. “As far as our outreach goes, it has changed since I started two and a half years ago,” said Dill. “We now have a couple of options to help the unhoused receive the help they need.” Dill and his team have previously transported residents to Bishop Dudley Hospitality House or The Link. In more dire cases, the ambassadors call for medical assistance to aid their efforts. In other cases, Dill found that a simple conversation could be just as beneficial. “I always encourage my employees to sit down and talk to the unhoused individuals,” stated Dill. “Find out who they are, where they’re from, see how their day is going, just talk to them. Sometimes that’s all they need.” Safety for everyone in the community is at the forefront of an ambassador's role. Safety ambassadors patrol bike trails along the river, underneath bridges, Falls Park, and Phillips Avenue. “This past summer, one of my employees brought a case of water to the unhoused under the bridge when it was over 100 degrees out. That’s what we do,” reminisced Dill. “Our goal is to always approach them in a non-adversarial way.” The ambassadors are always there to lend a hand and enhance downtown for any occasion.

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In Dill’s spare time, he participates in creating music and singing in his community. For the last 10 years, he’s been a part of the St. Joseph’s Cathedral Men’s Schola and performs live with local band Janitor Bob and the Armchair Cowboys.

Choral Community As the winter season approaches, Dill and his team are gearing up to wrap downtown Sioux Falls in holiday cheer. Twinkling lights and garland will decorate Phillips Avenue. Dill and his team work in a hydraulic lift to wrap the vintage light poles and trees along the bustling street. “There’s something so cheerful about the lights,” said Dill. “It’s a lot of fun to set up and it’s more fun seeing how excited people get about the Christmas lights, because it really is.” A fan-favorite attraction will also reappear this holiday season. “We set up a photo opportunity that’s great for kids, filled with light-up candy canes, presents, and a snowman photo stand-in,” said Dill. “We got a ton of play out of it. The second it was up, people were immediately interested.” He added that the Sioux Falls community should stay tuned as a new light display will be featured this year that is unlike anything else in South Dakota.

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on the Sioux Falls community. “If a downtown thrives, so does the whole community,” said Dill. “I believe that having a well-lit, safe, secure, clean, entertaining downtown area overall helps the city become a go-to destination.” The support from the community helps Dill and his team continue their efforts to keep a vibrant and charming downtown area. “They appreciate all the work that we do, they thank us, and it’s nice to feel appreciated for what we do,” expressed Dill.

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When Erika and Craig Mount introduced their small business to their home state of South Dakota, the two never envisioned the rapid growth they would accomplish.

flavorful peanut butters reflecting the final four candidates (Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren, Donald Trump, and Joe Biden) favorite treats.

Nerdy Nuts began in 2018 after the couple returned home to Rapid City from Colorado. The pair had become fond of fresh peanut butter, but discovered there was nowhere in town to grind peanuts.

“When we created these peanut butters for the presidential candidates, they all included some sort of candy, cookie, frosting, or cereal,” said Erika. To gain traction for their new products, the Nerdy Nuts marketing team pushed out press releases to several major news stations across the country.

“We purchased an old-fashioned peanut butter grinder and refurbished it to begin making our own supply,” shared Erika. The couple sold their creations to friends and family and soon followed suit at craft shows and farmers' markets. In 2019, Erika and Craig took a leap, introducing themselves to a new market: inclusions and peanut butter. “We had dabbled a little bit in the inclusion market by adding cinnamon, pumpkin spice, or brown sugar to it, but it was never like cookies, candies, and things like that,” said Erika. As the 2020 Presidential Elections were taking place, the couple created four

Fox Business was the first to cover their story. The partnering show of Fox Business, The Five, covered the patriotic nut butters, and the pair was not prepared for what was to come. “That was our first taste of viral,” reflected Erika. “We had $25,000 in sales in two and a half days, and at the time it was me and one other person. We quickly had to figure out how to make larger batches and make it easier to fulfill these orders.”

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After the influx of sales had settled, Nerdy Nuts released their first inclusion-style line. The Cookie Line featured three cookie-inspired peanut butters: Circus Cookie Peanut Butter Treat, Monster Cookie Peanut Butter Treat, and Chocolate Cookies and Cream Peanut Butter Treat. When March 2020 rolled around, the duo had to make the important decision of either hanging up their hat or giving e-commerce a shot. They decided to take the e-commerce route, and found that TikTok was booming and had an idea to give influencer marketing a shot. “We had done influencer marketing through Instagram, but never through TikTok,” explained Erika. “It was popular with millennials, who are a huge demographic of ours. Then we began reaching out to influencers that we personally liked.” With the help of this style of marketing, Nerdy Nuts sales increased from $30,000 to $500,000 in just one month. The innovative peanut butter has captivated the taste buds of thousands across the nation, redefining the way customers consume peanut butter one jar at a time. “We’ve created a different spin on peanut butter,” proclaimed Erika. “We’ve brought fresh peanut butter to our customers and introduced them to not only a new taste but a new texture, which we call 'smunchy.'”

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Nerdy Nuts' portfolio of flavors includes Banana Creme Pie Peanut Butter Treat, Birthday Cake Peanut Butter Treat, Strawbalanche Peanut Butter Treat, Avalanche Peanut Butter Treat, Confetti Cake Peanut Butter Treat, and more. “Peanut butter doesn’t have to be boring. It can be a dessert that you can eat right out of the jar, and that’s what we’re trying to do,” Erika explained. “We're trying to change the mindset people have and how they eat peanut butter.” The catalog of exciting flavors all stem from individuals' favorite desserts. The challenge of creating new flavors and recipes is all part of the fun, says Erika. Erika, Craig, and their team are also constantly researching various food, cookie, cake, and ice cream trends, and keeping up with things that people genuinely enjoy. “It’s your favorite dessert, plus peanut butter equals Nerdy Nuts,” said Erika. “People have called us the Ben and Jerry’s of peanut butter.” The nut butter company is branching out and trying its hand at almond butter and other mixed nut butters. Their almond butter flavors include Blueberry Streusel Almond Butter Treat, Lemon Creme Almond Butter Treat, Snickerdoodle Almond Butter Treat, and more.

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Nerdy Nuts recently introduced its own storefront in The Gap building in Rapid City called the Nerdy Nuts Experience. Here, customers are able to visit, receive an empty jar, and build their own peanut butter. Patrons can let their creativity flow through seven different peanut butter bases, Plain, Chocolate, Honey-Roasted, White Chocolate, Dark Chocolate, and Butterscotch, and anywhere between 50 to 70 toppings rotating weekly. Toppings include anything from candy, cookies, cereal, and sauces to gluten-free and dairy-free options. “We try to have options for everyone there,” shared Erika. Customers can mix and match their different bases and toppings, but the main reason for each visit is to create and just have fun. Creativity doesn’t end with peanut butter. Each jar is given a plain label with a plain signature Nerdy Nuts label, inviting patrons to customize and decorate the labels and name their new tasty creation.

Erika describes the Nerdy Nuts Experience as an immersive experience. “We try to channel the Disney feel where you don’t feel like you’re in an average space. You feel like it’s somewhere special and like nothing else you’ve ever done,” she explained. As Nerdy Nuts continues its journey, it looks like there’s no slowing down. New flavors are announced every Sunday at 7 p.m. EST, adding to their collection of over 250 unique flavors of peanut butter. Every jar is created with love, passion, and a story, shared Erika. “Every single jar has its own character and tells a story about the product," she said. “We’re trying to immerse our customers into the Nerdy Nuts' life with us.”

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Bella Cucina Italian Ristorante is truly a family affair. Once the home of popular Pizza Di Paolo, the South Minnesota Avenue location went through a rebrand when previous owner Linda Napolitano passed the keys to brother-in-law Don Napolitano. Linda’s husband, Dennis, passed away and was the creative mind behind the wood-fired pizzas made with son David’s Breadico sourdough crust. “Bella [Cucina] operates on values out of the past,” said Don, who is the current executive chef and CEO. “The recipes are from a tried and true Italian family. And we specialize in customer service.” It was decided early on that the pizzas would stay, with the menu expanding with some of Don’s favorite recipes. Some can be found in The Bella Cucina Cookbook: Old Italian Family Recipes, which he wrote and produced in 2022.

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A few of the favorites include the Pasta Primavera with pasta in butter cream sauce mixed with vegetables and the Baked Atlantic Cod sautéed in olive oil, butter, and fresh herbs with capers and rigatoni pasta and blackened cauliflower. “All of our pasta entrées are cooked fresh each day, including our four separate sauces,” said Don. Expansive menu additions depend on the day for availability, but pizza, calzones, and Don’s special spaghetti and meatballs are a daily staple. The Spaghetti & Meatballs is made with the Napolitano family recipe from Naples, Italy and is served with Italian Salad and garlic bread. “For the other daily pasta dish on the menu, it’s always fun and interesting because it depends on what we have ingredient-wise and what Don feels like making,” said shift manager Avery Roth. Calzones are also served regularly and are a customer favorite, according to the Bella Cucina team.

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“People often comment how much they love our calzones,” said front of house Alexis Vincent. “A commonly ordered item is the Fourcheesio Calzone.”

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In regards to family business, Vincent isn’t just a part of the Bella Cucina team, but she’s also Don’s great niece. “Chef Don Napolitano is a very talented, smart, and hilarious guy,” she said. “I really enjoy working with him, and he has taught me a lot of culinary and customer service skills.”

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the whole staff and restaurant clientele feel like family. “We depend on our employees to help our customers enjoy the experience of the past history of the meaning of famiglia and great food,” he said. Server and dishwasher Greyson Deelstra agrees. “It’s such a friendly and welcoming restaurant,” he said. “My favorite part about Bella Cucina are the people and friends you make along the way.”

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Don also recommends customers asking team members what they recommend for anything from starters, to entrées, to wine pairings. Be forewarned, though, as many of them have different go-tos. “Whenever a new face comes in, I usually recommend the Bambina Mia Margherita with marinara, mozzarella, parmesan, and basil,” said Deelstra. Vincent added, “For a first-timer, I would recommend our Willie Pepperoni, Supremo, or our Primo Carnera pizzas.” Pizzas, which can be ordered whole or by the slice, can also be made-to-order. For those with a sweet tooth, Bella Cucina offers “classic Italian sweets.” This includes Spumoni Ice Cream and Tiramisu, which is made in-house. “Personally, I love our Cannoli,” said Vincent.

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The quaint pizzeria also has dabbled in events, including having live music and corporate gatherings. Don says he hopes to add more live music into the mix on the third Saturday of the month. “The live music and events have been more fun than I could have imagined,” said Roth. “Although it can get busier on those nights, it’s not hard to look around and realize that customers are having a good time, and so are the employees.” It’s that comradery that Don says makes the restaurant a success. And the staff agrees. “My favorite part about Bella Cucina is the reward of working with the employees and building relationships with them,” said Roth. “We take work seriously, but have a good time doing so.”

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Timberbloom Home & Lifest yle “I felt like I wasn’t the only one,” began Katie Voss, describing how she was trying to be more intentional about her purchases. In 2020, the stay-at-home mom was on the hunt for quality crafted goods and home décor, intending to be careful about the things she was buying. “I started to wonder what it would look like to fill an entire space with items that people could trust the sourcing on, and also bring everything I was finding online under one roof,” she said.

& Lifestyle in downtown Watertown to do just that. Voss graduated from South Dakota State University in 2014 with a degree in architecture. “From that grew an appreciation for intentional design in both spaces and product design,” she said. This lens on intentionality, paired with the skills she had learned while helping with family businesses, prepared her well to begin her own endeavor. “I am learning as I go with the retail game,” she said.

In November of 2020, Voss opened Timberbloom Home

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As described by Voss, Timberbloom is a curated shop with goods from makers all over the country. The store carries over 150 makers and brands, ranging from single person shops to well established brands.

“When you shop with us, you’re supporting more than just our small business; you’re also supporting the makers who create the goods.”

Voss does all the buying for Timberbloom herself, saying she relies on multiple sources to help find products, with social media being one of those. “When you follow a brand, they’ll tag their favorite people, and you can go down the rabbit trail that way,” she explained. “A lot of them have stories and you can tell if they have pride in their product. When we find they’ve done the work on their end, it’s a product we want in our store.” Voss says the maker movement is a fairly tight community filled with folks who are continually branching out, exploring their passions, and refining their crafts. For Voss, the inventory hunt is fun. “I don’t think I’ll ever pass the buying on to someone else,” she laughed. “That’s like the top part of the job—finding all those pieces and learning the stories behind how they got started.”

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Voss says another favorite part of the job is opening a new box of inventory and seeing a thank-you note inside. “It happens nearly every time, and it makes it so much more personal and helps us get to know the makers even just a little bit,” she said. “We’ve kept all of them, and it’s a constant encouragement and reminder of the movement we get to be a part of.” A few years into the venture, Timberbloom had outgrown its 750 square feet in the downtown location. Voss began looking for a new space, intending to expand and engage with the community. In May of 2023, Timberbloom found a new home in a Watertown development called Sinclair Square. With the extra space, Voss added a kids’ corner and a sitting area. “I love seeing when the moms bring their kids in. The kids run over to the corner and the moms can just walk around in peace at their leisurely pace and take everything in,” she said. As a mother of three, Voss can relate, and her schedule varies every day. “Some days it’s a mix of marketing and emails and freshening up the store, and other days it’s household tasks and going for walks and taking my kids to the park,” she revealed.

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Always on the hunt for new products, Voss adds that she will search for merchandise during nap time and after the kids go to bed. Sourcing well made items goes beyond just commerce for Voss. “In the store we focus on the intentionality behind the products that are made, but when you’re intentional about other things in your life, it creates a much deeper and more meaningful life and strengthens the relationships around you,” she says. With the holiday shopping season right around the corner, Voss notes that people can become preoccupied with purchasing the newest or greatest gifts. Instead, she encourages shoppers to focus on the meaningfulness behind the gifts, just as she does when sourcing her goods. Voss said, “Gifts have the ability to celebrate your loved ones and their story, and when you weave that with the story of how those gifts were created, I can’t think of anything more meaningful than that.”

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“The mental health of our youth is declining,” said Peter Lengkeek, chairman of the Great Crow Creek Sioux Tribe. Mental health challenges are pervasive across millions of people, and current statistics show that they’re more prevalent than ever on indigenous reservations across South Dakota and the nation at large.

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The term Native/Indigenous refers to all groups who lived in the United States prior to immigration by European settlers. In 2021, about 8% of the population in South Dakota was American Indian or Alaskan Native, compared to 1% overall in the United States. Today, there are 574 federally recognized tribal nations in the country with over 200 Indigenous languages (and many dialects within those languages), according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). Mental Health America’s website currently states that over 19% of Native/ Indigenous people reported having a mental illness in the past year—or otherwise stated—over 827,000 people. About two-thirds of Native/Indigenous people currently live in urban, suburban, or rural communities, while onethird live on reservations. There are staggering statistics in terms of mental health, like Native/Indigenous people in the U.S. reporting experiencing serious psychological distress 2.5 times more frequently than the general population over a month’s time. Mental Health America reports that Native/Indigenous people in the U.S. also start to use and abuse alcohol and other drugs at younger ages and at higher rates than other ethnic groups. There are nine distinct Indian reservations in South Dakota. These include Cheyenne River, Crow Creek, Flandreau, Lower Brule, Oglala, Rosebud, Sisseton Wahpeton, Standing Rock, and Yankton. 605 was able to have an open conversation with a few locals on reservations to see how they continue to work toward what is accessible and available to treat some of these important issues—and even more importantly—stay connected to their culture.

Trigger Warning: The following story references topics like self-harm, substance use, and mental health, including PTSD.

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Arliss Long Chase grew up with her grandfather, uncle, and four siblings in Crow Creek, and says her parents were absent from their lives. Long Chase’s grandfather, who also has been a foster parent to five families, raised them in “an alcohol and drug-free zone,” and has been in recovery for almost 40 years. “My grandpa and I didn’t have a good relationship from when I was 12 to when I was 17, so in that time I just kind of resented him and took his wisdom and what he was teaching me for granted,” she said. Long Chase says she turned to coping mechanisms like alcohol and marijuana. “From 15 to 17 I tried to drink and use, not just to get back at him in a way, but because I didn’t like who I was and my mental health wasn’t the best at the time,” she continued, “so that played a big part in me using.” Long Chase remembers her issues with mental health arising around an incident at the age of 11, and turned to self-harm by cutting. “I started cutting in the bathroom stalls, and if I found a razor I would use it,” she said. “I would steal razors from the store, and once my counselor at school found out about it she let my grandpa know, I was sent to get treatment at Avera [Behavioral Health] in Sioux Falls.” An incident during another self-harm attempt led her to receive treatment at Sanford Chamberlain Medical Center in Chamberlain, and Long Chase says a moment with her aunt that day made an impact on her. “I still remember it so clearly … She came in and talked to me and told me that, ‘We’d rather hear that you are hurting than have to see you getting lowered into the ground,’” she said. “I think that is something that has really kept me going to this day.” For years, Long Chase says she would let family members know she was feeling better, only to “tell them what they wanted to hear.” “I lied to them just to get out of [treatment centers], but toward the end I actually put in the work and realized that I wasn’t going to get better if I kept doing that, and one of these times I wouldn’t wake up and see my family again,” she said. Long Chase went to treatment over five times, including stints at Prairie St. John’s in Fargo, ND. Though every day is different, Long Chase says she’s learned ways to work through episodes of depression like journaling and going for a walk. When it’s a particularly hard day, Long Chase says she has found dialing 988 as an important resource. “Now I recognize warning signs before the storm hits, so that's where I know, ‘I need to text this number and I need to let someone know,’” she said.

“When I was growing up, my family always taught me to be humble, generous, and giving, so I always wanted to be someone who helped other people, whether that was a vet, a teacher, or a nurse. I think one thing that I want to be now is someone who helps the youth in reservations.”

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On July 16, 2022, the Helpline Center—which is funded through the South Dakota Department of Social Services—launched 988 to create a threedigit code to “transform the way Americans reach out for mental health and support.” “The most common reasons or presenting concerns that people have when they call 988 include depression, anxiety, family conflict and suicide,” said Helpline Center CEO Janet Kittams, “but we also hear a whole variety of other things, including substance use, eating disorders, bipolar disorder— you name it we have probably had a call about it.” The twenty-four-seven call center is staffed by local mental health counselors with advanced degrees to provide emotional support, including helping a loved one. “Sometimes we have people who are reaching out for themselves, but we also have some situations where people will reach out for others like family or

a friend,” said Kittams. “They just aren’t sure how to help that person, and they want to know what the resources are for them.” In just the first year, Kittams says they have had over 7,500 contacts via phone call, texts, or chats. Long Chase also has turned to her culture more than before to heal. “Whenever I told my grandpa that I was selfharming, he let me know that the only time you should ever self-harm is when you are sun dancing or something and that helped,” said Long Chase. “That changed my view on how to see it how my ancestors did.” The Sun Dance is a ceremony practiced by some Native/Indigenous cultures that involves the community gathering together to pray for healing. Individuals make personal sacrifices on behalf of the community.

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“Another big thing is Saging down if I am in a negative mood,” said Long Chase. “If I ever told my grandpa that I wasn’t feeling the best or I couldn’t go somewhere then he would pull out some sage and say, ‘Come sage down,’ or tell me to pray.” Saging, or Smudging, is also a common ceremonial ritual among Native/Indigenous people to purify, spiritually cleanse, rid of physical spaces of negative energy, and to bless. Long Chase now sees a brighter future ahead, and is currently working on her General Educational Development (GED) and hopes to eventually attend Haskell Indian Nations University in Lawrence, KS. “Things get better. It takes time. You are going to have some really good and some really bad days. It’s best to not focus on how many bad days you’ve had, but how many good days you can have and that are coming to you,” said Long Chase.

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PETER LENGKEEK 50, Crow Creek Indian Reservation

As chairman of the Great Crow Creek Sioux Tribe, Peter Lengkeek has seen a lot, including the decline of mental health among the youth. “My current background is chairman of the tribe, but going further back I do have a background in mental health and behavioral health, as well as domestic violence and sexual assault prevention and intervention,” said Lengkeek. Lengkeek currently sits as a volunteer on the suicide task force in Fort Thompson, and has been doing that for 15 years. He says many factors had contributed to the mental health decline, including what resulted post pandemic. “We had some parents or guardians who passed away, so we had children who were orphaned due to this pandemic,” said Lengkeek. “What we are seeing is a lot of grief in our youth. We have lost students, parents, guardians, a lot of elders, and that is what I am encountering out there when I go out on these [suicide task force] calls is a lot of grief.” He continued, “We don’t get those teachings anymore on how to grieve and mourn in a healthy way like we used to from our ancestors long ago. So a lot of people don’t know how to grieve or mourn in a healthy way, because there is a healthy way to do it, and just like anything else, there is a bad way to do it.” Also due to lack of law enforcement, Lengkeek says methamphetamine and fentanyl have become a large issue.

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“Drug dealers and traffickers are coming and going here constantly,” said Lengkeek. “It’s played a huge factor in the mental health of our youth.”

White Buffalo Woman or White Buffalo Maiden, is a sacred woman of supernatural origin central to Lakota religion as the primary cultural profit.

It’s traditions and connection to the culture that Lengkeek says he’s had the most success with. “I provide people with comfort, love, compassion, prayers, ceremony and song, and that is how I address [mental health],” said Lengkeek. “When I go out on a call, I rely on tradition and culture, and it hasn’t failed me yet.” The interest of connecting to culture has become more prevalent, and Lengkeek thinks this connection will help others in their healing journey. “When I talk about connection, that was a beautiful thing about our traditions and our culture and our Dakota ways; it provided healthy ways of dealing with life in general, no matter what we encountered,” he explained. “Those ceremonies are brought to us by the White Buffalo Calf Woman. We are supposed to maintain those and practice those regularly because those ceremonies help us to deal with everyday life.” Lengkeek realized the importance of this connection himself when he returned from the United States Marine Corp and was struggling with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), addiction, and self-harming thoughts. “What saved my life was connecting with our culture, our traditions, our language, our way of life. And that is why I am still here today,” he said.

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Lengkeek says during a house call, he typically starts with prayer with him “and the creator.” The community and family then follow up to make sure they’re okay, have food, and have a place to stay. Homelessness is also a huge issue, according to Lengkeek. “That is what I see contributing to the mental health of our youth,” he said. “They have no home, they have no family structure, they have no spiritual or physical connections with the creator, the earth, the universe, our people, or with themselves.” Along with house calls, Lengkeek also offers equine therapy Wednesday nights for women and Thursday nights for men with his horse, Koda (which in Dakota means friend). This, he says, can teach others how to set healthy boundaries for yourself and for others. “The way I see and understand things and human beings is that a lack of skills leads to insecurity and insecurity breeds fear,” he described. “We are constantly reacting from a fear base, and it comes out in outbursts, arguments, and fights, so I spent a lot of time with my horse teaching skills, internal skills and external skills.” As far as the traditional circle, Lengkeek sees it growing, especially with the youth. “Ancestry is huge; it is a necessity,” he said. “We have to know where we come from to know where we are going in life, and if we don’t know where we come from then we have no idea where we are going.”

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“Here in Crow Creek we started a few years back doing an annual Wiping of the Tears Ceremony where everybody who has lost someone that year will come to the ceremony and we will take care of them in that way.”

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JAVAN ANTHONY TEN FINGERS

62, Pine Ridge Indian Reservation

Javan Anthony Ten Fingers, who goes by Tony, grew up on Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in Oglala and received his bachelor's degree from Oglala Lakota College. Ten Fingers left to continue his education at the University of Hawaii-Manoa to get his master’s degree in public health and community health development, and then traveled the nation as a bureaucrat for Indian Services. He then went on to receive his certification in drug and alcohol as a treatment specialist and worked at treatment centers, including with substance use and adolescent treatment. Ten Fingers says he’s always had the desire to help people. “I got into actual treatments [with patients]. I did family systems, individual, group work, and I enjoyed it to a point where people actually sobered up and became clean and drug free,” said Ten Fingers. “I have a number of successful stories, and one travels the world now on a boat and attributes his clean and sober life to going through that program.” Before retiring, Ten Fingers moved into the teaching world back in Oglala and was a health and wellness counselor for elementary and high school students. Since his upbringing, Ten Fingers says mental health has tended to get “swept under the rug.” “That is historically how people deal with [mental health],” said Ten Fingers. “Today our primary issues are drug and alcohol related, but we still need to figure out how to deal with it.” Unfortunately, Ten Fingers says it often takes an occurrence for people to take more notice of mental health and substance use issues. “Mental health and substance use really took a back seat and people didn’t talk about it too much and don’t talk about it too much until something actually happens,” said Ten Fingers. “Something tragic happens, like a drug related or alcohol related car accident where several lives are lost, and then people start talking about it until it is no longer an issue to them again.” Resources like Indian Health Services have been helpful for the community, according to Ten Fingers. “They have a counseling unit that works with people and mental health is addressed in that manner,” he said. “They learn how to talk about it, live with it, and manage it.” But what Ten Fingers has found is most important for mental health is identity.

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“I think identity plays a big role in knowing about yourself and who you are, why you are, what you are, and identity makes up an individual,” said Ten Fingers. “Identity is one of the precursors of living a life that suits a person, and when you have your identity you are more able to actualize or learn and become creative and knowledgeable. There is so much that education cannot teach us.” Identity, Ten Fingers says, can be discovered by traditions and relating to your culture. He recalled seeing the importance of that as well during his time in Hawaii with the locals. “You see how they are involved and dance and how it brings back identity,” he recalled. Ten Fingers says the Pine Ridge community has been showing more interest in their identities and a connection to ancestors, and has noticed examples like young men working with elementary students to teach them how to sing or drum. “They also play hand games, sing hand game songs, and you see these youth actively participate in cultural activities that seem to provide a groundedness for them,” he said. Hand games are one of the most common games of Native/ Indigenous people played by gesture. “When I was growing up [those traditions] certainly were not there,” Ten Fingers recalled. “We had the Lakota language in elementary school, but back then it wasn’t as big as it is today. Cultural activities are certainly needed and valuable.” Cultural gatherings are one of the main things that brings Ten Fingers back to where he came from. “I really enjoy when people have a meal or dance or there is a powwow,” he said. “Even when I was in graduate school, I would come back from Hawaii or wherever I was and go to the ceremonies or Sun Dances, whether it be in Wanblee or Red Shirt. I would go to these sundances to participate in some manner, like drumming, singing, or Sun Dancing.” He continued, “I danced for a number of years, and each time I went through a Sun Dance it taught me something different. I was more in line to becoming a human being in the world than I was becoming as a graduate student or at the doctoral level. I didn’t get it from the books, and it taught me a whole different way of life that was very valuable that is missing today. You can’t find that anywhere unless you sit down with a great spiritual leader.” Looking for help for you or someone else, but don’t know where to start?

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Cham Phan “It has always been my plan to be an artist since middle school,” said Cham Phan. The Sioux Falls-based artist discovered his love of art at a young age. To escape the harsh realities of life, Phan visited parks and the downtown scene, watching the clouds, birds, and people passing by. “I never grew out of that,” stated Phan. “Combine that with one film photography class in high school, and here we are.”

For 10 years, Phan has worked to produce commercial videos and photo ads for local and international markets. Over the last few years, Phan has had to shift creative gears due to loss of sight and healing from erupted blood vessels. “Now I’m super sensitive to light, am color blind, and now I'm going blind once again due to inoperable cataracts,” explained Phan.

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this obstacle since he now creates infrared landscape photographs. “I will go blind again, so every second matters to me,” he shared. “I want to shoot as many landscapes as I can with the time I have left to see them.” Learn more about Phan as a local artist and creator.

His work, however, is not hindered by

Where do you go for inspiration? I don’t rely on inspiration, as art is a practice. It takes dedication and routine. Inspiration is fleeting. I shoot every single day, no matter what.

What do you love about the Sioux Falls art scene? I love how underground it feels right now. Some fantastic things are going on, but it’s all on a small scale: 1stGen HQ , Friends of the People Poetry, Rose and Eugene Presents, and Art Collective are some of my favorite spots.

What would you tell an aspiring artist who’s in a funk? Don’t rely on inspiration; do your craft anyway. It doesn’t matter what the result is, just continue to refine the process.

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What is something you want people to know about you? I’m a medical cannabis user. It’s helping slow down the blindness and allowing me more time to create my art.

Where are your favorite places to visit in Sioux Falls and why? I typically treat The Source Coffee Roastery + Taproom or Queen City Bakery as my base camp before heading out to photoshoots or after them to decompress.

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