Jason Freeman, a professional speaker and poet, will be facilitating a conversation about how art of all forms gives voice to people of all abilities and backgrounds, and unifies communities. Joining Jason as panelists will be Heather Pickering, Artistic Director of Flutter Productions, an all-ability theater program, part of Black Hills Works; Leah Nixon, Founder […]
Poetry Unifies will feature Jason Freeman, a poet motivational speaker, and podcaster who will offer readings of his own poetry, and be joined by James “JJ” Janis and Tyler Brink, Black Hills Works participants, who will do readings from JJ’s book, “The Chair is Not Me.” There will also be an open mic opportunity for […]
Special Olympics South Dakota will host the Bocce Ball Fall Classic (traditional and unified doubles) at the Rapid City Bocce Courts on September 19th.
Black Hills Works Foundation announces its annual Charity Day partnership with Tidal Wave Auto Spa, scheduled for Thursday, September 19, 2025. On this special day, 50% of all single wash proceeds will be donated directly to Black Hills Works to support its programs serving adults with disabilities in the Black Hills community. Funds raised from […]
Special Olympics South Dakota will host the Softball Fall Classic (slow-pitch, unified slow-pitch, tee ball, coach pitch) at Star of the West in Rapid City on September 20th & 21st.
Special Olympics South Dakota will host the Black Hills Area Singles Bowling Tournament on October 10th from 9AM-4:30PM at Meadowood Lanes in Rapid City.
Special Olympics South Dakota will host the Black Hills Area Unified Doubles Bowling Tournament at Meadowood Lanes in Rapid City on October 11th from 12:30PM-5:30PM.
Black Hills Works Foundation proudly invites you to our most anticipated event of the year – the 2025 Night Among the Stars Annual Gala. Join us for an extraordinary evening where the brilliance of human potential illuminates every moment, and the remarkable achievements of adults with disabilities take center stage in a celebration that will […]
Where do stories and art meet? At the Suzie Cappa Art Center in downtown Rapid City! Join us for our fall open house, "Book Faire: Stories in Art," on Thursday, November 20th, from 4:30 to 7:30 pm. Immerse yourself in a world of creativity as nearly 30 artists with disabilities bring short stories, poems, and […]
Suzie Cappa Art Center and Gallery will be open for Small Business Saturday! Come on down and get a head start on your holiday gifts!
The Monument Health Special Rodeo returns on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at Summit Arena at The Monument in Rapid City. This free, all-ability event features rodeo-inspired activities, interactive games, animals, and a sensory-friendly space designed for comfort and participation at every level. Advance registration is required—visit the event link for full details and to register. […]
Cheer on the STORM team at the Black Hills Area Special Olympics Basketball Tournament on February 14th at Central High School in Rapid City.
