UPCOMING EVENTS
Meet Tim
Tim joined the Black Hills Works family in 1974, when he was 22, after growing up in Colorado and Wyoming. He has an independent personality and likes having his own apartment at Wisconsin. There’s no hesitation in his voice when he says, “I like the people that work here. I like them all.”
Tim was employed in several settings during his career, including food service, the recycling center, and Black Hills Works Industries. Now age 70, Tim is retired.
Tim is very well known for his love of Post 22 baseball games and for bowling. There’s even a stadium seat from the old Post 22 structure installed on the patio outside of his apartment building for him to sit in.
Pat, Tim’s mom, has a very important place in Tim’s life. When asked what makes him happiest, he says, “My mom.” He loves spending time with her and they talk frequently on the phone.
With the support of Black Hills Works, Tim is living a full life!
Meet Dean
At age 78, Dean has been with us almost from the beginning, joining the Black Hills Works family in 1960 at the age of 18. A quiet, agreeable, and kind individual, his staff says, “Everybody likes Dean.”
As a young adult, Dean was employed in some of BHW’s early enterprises, including the recycling center on Range Road. He ended his career with a decade of janitorial services at Ellsworth Air Force Base.
Dean is now happily retired. He enjoys spending time at BHW day services programming, watching movies, singing and going to church, watching the Dallas Cowboys, and fishing and camping with his friends in the summer.
The things that are important to Dean are the things that are important to all of us: family, friends, recreation, work, and home. With the supports provided by Black Hills Works, Dean has lived a full and meaningful life, becoming an integral part of his community.
Meet Maureen
Maureen has been working at Suzie Cappa for almost six years. She is a gentle, reserved young lady whose art says a great deal about her talent and creativity. Her work, usually done in colored pencil or markers, has a unique and immediately recognizable style that vibrates with creativity. Small repeating triangles and squares, made of hundreds of strokes, branch out across paper to build colorful, radiating structures.
Outside of creating her masterpieces at Suzie Cappa, Maureen lives at home and has a beautiful relationship with her parents. She is quite shy and affectionately leans in to whisper in her parents’ ears to answer questions from others. Her adventures with them have taken her around the world, including Iceland, Ireland, Scotland, Alaska, New England, and beyond.
Maureen loves Disney and superhero films, as well as musicals and plays. Her DVD and Disney book collections fill the home. Maureen herself is the inspiration for a children’s book recently written by her sister, The Door in the Closet. When asked which word she though best described herself, Maureen chose “enchanting.” We couldn’t agree more.
Meet Paige
An artist at Suzie Cappa Art Center, Paige works very diligently at her sewing machine throughout the day, playing pop music on her headphones while she taps her feet and sometimes sings along. Her bright, colorful placemats, coasters, and wall hangings often feature appliqued foxes, birds, and mushrooms. They are popular with customers.
Staying focused at work is really important to Paige, and she encourages her fellow artists to do the same. Staff at Suzie Cappa share that Paige is a truly thoughtful, respectful individual who often doesn’t want to stop working when the day ends.
Paige is very close to her family and happily lives at home. Paige is quiet and kind. When asked what she wants others to know about her, Paige doesn’t say much but calmly remarks that, “My work speaks for me.” Paige, and her work, add sparkle to those around her every day.
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PLANT STREET CLASSES
Coffee Chat--Enjoy current events, conversation and coffee. M, T, W, TH & F @ 8:30 Library
Book Share--Hear a short, engaging and read-aloud story. M, T @ 1:30 / TH @ 12 Sensory
Quick Cooking--Learn life skills and easy to make recipes. M, T, TH, F @ 9 Kitchen Fitness Center--Exercising at the Range Road Fitness Center. You can meet us there or enjoy a van ride to the facility. Meet in Art Center. M @ 1
Public Library--We will be visiting the library. If you want to meet us there (with your support person), just let us know! Meet in PS Library. M @ 9
Swing Time--Enjoy the various swings in the sensory room. M @ 9 Sensory
No Brushes Allowed!--Create and design art projects. Enhance your skills by using tools other than brushes
M,W @ 10 Art Center
Marvelous, Meticulous Manicures--Rough hands? In need of a trim? We will even splash some color on your nails, if you so desire. M @ 12 Sensory Room
UNO--Join your friends for UNO. M @ 12:15
Karaoke--Do you enjoy music and singing? T @ 1 & TH @ 9 Music room
Wii--Short name that says it all. Enjoy the variety of games available on the Nintendo Wii. F @ 10 Library
Current Events--Relax after lunch and catch up on the headlines. T @ 12:45 Library
Outdoor/Nature Designs--Create and design landscapes or explore your own ideas encompassing the great outdoors. M @ 2 Art Center
Spring Sensations--Create arts/crafts based upon the spring season. T @ 10/ TH @ 2 Art Center
Paper Plate Madness--Art projects utilizing paper plates. T @ 2 Art Center
Cardio Development (Community Based)--Join the staff of Plant Street for varying activities such as mall walking, trips to the park, hiking, picnics, and the like. Please bring a support person. W @ 12:15 Library
Paper Bags!-- Create arts/crafts utilizing paper bags. W @ 2 Art Center
Bowling--Join your friends for fun and competition at Robbinsdale Bowling Alley. Meet in the Plant Street Art Center or join us at Robbinsdale with your support person. W @ 10 Art Center
Shopping for Cooking--Accompany staff to Family Fare grocery store and/or food pantry, as supplies are gathered for cooking classes. W @ 9 meet in Library
Snoezelin Time--Visit our room specially designed to deliver stimuli to various senses, using lighting effects, color, sounds, music, scents, etc. T & TH @ 10 Sensory
Dog Companionship--Come visit our furry friend from the Pet Partners program. W @ 1 & F @ 9 Sensory
Swimming-- Join us at the Rec Center with your support person for a dip in the pool. Must have your own swimsuit and towel. Th @ 9 & F @ 12:00 Rec Swim Center
Bingo--Feeling lucky? Come join us for a variety of Bingo games and win a prize! TH @ 1 Library
Sound Bath--Meditation music for soothing the mind. W @ 9 Sensory
Dexterity and Strength Development for Sensory--Join Plant Street staff in the Sensory Area Swing Room for chair based low impact exercises focused on increasing dexterity and developing strength. F @ 9 Sensory
Volunteer Opportunity--Assist the staff of Plant Street in the community! Locations may include, but are not limited to, 2nd Time Around Thrift Shop, Goodwill drop offs, EchoWorks drop offs, book distribution, video game and book drives, supply gathering for classes, and more. Meet at Plant Street. F @ 12 Art Room
Movie Classics and Popcorn with Friends--Enjoy a classic movie and movie theater style popcorn with your friends. F @ 12:30
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(ALL Classes are now on ONE link) RANGE ROAD CLASSES
Quick Cooking--The group will learn the following: safety in the kitchen, proper hygiene when cooking, reading recipes, microwave/oven and stove cooking, measuring, creating and tasting. M, W & F @ 10; T, TH @ 1 Kitchen
Dog Companionship--Come visit with Raina, our furry friend from the Pet Partners program. M @ 1 & F at 10 Bible Study--This class is designed to educate people about the bible. Participants will study scriptures and have conversations about what they have read/listened to. They will talk about what the scriptures mean to them and how they can utilize them in their life. M @ 9
Science Class--Participants will learn a variety of science by hands on experiments and research! W @ 2pm Science Center
Bingo--Join us for an old-fashioned game of Bingo.
W @ 9
Gym Walking-- Those shoes are made for walkin’. Join us for laps in the gym. W @ 1230 Gym
Geography Class-- In each class we will learn about a different US state or country! We will learn information about various locations, such as symbols, flags, maps, state capitals, songs, birds, flowers, trees, tourist activities, the economy and much, much more. W @ 1
Current Events and Social Skills--Come learn about local, state and national news! Read the paper and watch the news-open discussions
M-F @ 8:30
DYI Projects--Enjoy making DIY Projects? Come join us for a variety of experiences using your hands and mind to create! TH @ 10
Chair Yoga--Great low impact class that can be done in a sitting position! Class will be adapted for all levels!
T @ 9 Fitness Center
Music Appreciation--Join us in learning about music of the previous decades! Each class will focus on a different era and specific artists! TH @ 2 Learning Center
Book Club--Participants will get together to read or listen to a specific book being read! After each reading, a group discussion will follow! M @ 1 Learning Center
Film Festival Friday--Join us for various films being shown each Friday in March! F @ 12:30
Cave and Cavern Researc--Join us in learning about caves and caverns in the Black Hills! Where are they, what are they and what makes them unique! M @ 11
Adult Gel Pen Art--Use your creativity to make Gel Drawings/Art. W @ 10
Sign Language--Come learn the basics of Sign Language! T @ 11
Hiking Club--Enjoy the outdoors and nature? Enjoy hiking? We will be doing various Black Hills Hikes! Be prepared with proper shoes, water bottle, attire and sunscreen. Th @ 9 / Meet in Fitness Center. WEATHER PERMITTING-in inclement weather, we will be researching various hikes around the world.
History Class--Participants will learn a variety of history by hands on activities and research! M @ 2 Science Center
Weather Class--Participants will learn about weather by hands on activities and research! T @ 2 Science Center
Holiday Class--Participants will learn about whacky holidays and upcoming holidays! Classes will be both hands on and research based! TH @ 2 Science Center
Teamwork Puzzle Competition--How fast can you do a 300-piece puzzle? 100 piece or even a 500 piece? Join a small team: clock and record your time to see if you can beat others! M @ 10 Puzzle Center
Dance Party--Come bust a move in this Dance Party Social! A variety of music with a beat for everyone will be sure to keep everyone on their toes! T @ Learning Center
Pool/Foosball Competitions--Join us in a fun competition of pool and foosball W @ 11 Rec Center
Strider/Bike Course--Come on over and try riding a Strider or bike through a course set up in the gym, at your own speed and pace. TH @ 10:30 Gym
Guided Fitness Class--Join us for a “at your own pace” fitness class, come on over and learn about various exercise machines! T @ 1 and F @ 9 Fitness Center
Technology--March 14th @ 9 This is a fine motor activity promoting creativity and circuits/led lights. Creating bugs with pipe cleaners and led lights.
Technology-- March 28th @ 9 Balloon car: Learning and demonstrating Newton’s laws of motion. Building a balloon powered car.
Once-a-Month Ukulele Class - March 13th @ 12 Flutter Productions
Just the Two of Us - Two-person band playing various musical instruments and singing songs for any group to enjoy! March 3rd @ 9 Plant Street
Storm Forecast
Congratulations to all three Rapid City Storm basketball teams that competed in the Black Hills Area Basketball Tournament on February 24! Here are some game highlights:
*9:15 AM: Blizzard vs Flame Orange: This was an exciting game going into double overtime! Todd Molitor made the game winning shot, nothing but net! Final score 12 - 10
*10:00 AM: Thunder vs Pierre Wildcats: Thunder brought their “A” game with a big win against the Wildcats! Final score 27 -7.
*10:45 AM: Blizzard vs Spearfish
Peaks A: This was another exciting game with both teams competing for the lead throughout the whole game. Blizzard gave there all, but just ran out of time. Final score 16 – 18. Way to play hard, Blizzard!
*11:30 AM: Lightning vs Spearfish
Peaks B: This was another really close game! Lightning worked hard together earning this win! Final score 24 – 20.
*11:30 AM: Thunder vs Pierre Wildcats A: Thunder came out strong again for the win! Final Score 23 – 17.
*12:45 PM: Lightning vs Flame Black: Lightning brought the storm to the court for this game! These guys and gals hit their shots and played great defense earning the win! Final score: 10 – 4
It was a very successful day of basketball. Everyone had a great time, played hard and demonstrated excellent sportsmanship! Way to go, Storm Basketball!
Announcements
Rapid City Storm Special Olympics will like to give Tina Sorenson-Stevens a very warm welcome as she transitions into her new role as the Head of Delegation starting March 1, 2023. Amy Pipke will be working with Tina over the next few months as she learns the ropes of Special Olympics! Please start including Tina in on any emails sent to Amy. Welcome, Tina!
Submitted by Kevin Bybee
