Please note that while we do update our Community Calendar weekly (Mondays), you should be giving us ample time to promote your event—2 weeks notice please.

5-State Listening Area – Farm Rescue Help  www.farmrescue.org

Farm Rescue is now accepting applications for planting assistance.  Farmers who have experienced an injury, illness, or natural disaster may apply to have up to 1,000 acres planted free of charge. Fmi: 701.252.2017 or website

RC – Youth & Family Services FREE Kid’s Summer Food Program

YFS’ Summer Food Program is free for kids 18 and younger. Children can come to our facility at 410 E. Monroe St. and enjoy a free and nutritious breakfast and lunch, Mon-Fri. No registration and adults can come eat for only $2. Breakfasts will be served from 8-9am and lunches will be served from 11 a.m.-12:45 p.m. May 28^th- Aug 16^th. Fmi: www.youthandfamilyservices.org

RC – Film About Human Trafficking “Not Today”

Not Today is now showing at the Carmike 10. Proceeds from this hard-hitting film about human trafficking go towards building schools and the freedom of enslaved children.

RC – Cornerstone DIAPER DRIVE Thru June           Fmi: 343.2422

All June, Black Hills Community Bank is collecting diapers or cash donations for Cornerstone Rescue Mission’s Dear Ones Daycare program. $10 buys 50 diapers, $45 buys 225 diapers!! Donations of any size welcome!

Rapid City Only – REMINDER About Summer Water Restrictions

You cannot utilize outdoor watering between the hours of 9am-6pm and if you are an odd-numbered residence, you only water on odd-numbered days. Even-numbered homes on even-numbered days. Questions: 394.4162

SD – The Spirit of Dakota Award Nominations

The Spirit of Dakota Award Society is seeking nominations! They’re looking for an outstanding SD woman who has demonstrated vision, courage and strength in character and who has made a significant contribution to the quality of life in her community and state. FMI: www.spiritofdakota.org

5-State Listening Area – Adopt an Intl’ Exchange Student

NWS PEACE Program is seeking caring families to house international high school students for the upcoming school year. If you are interested, please visit the website: www.nw-services.com

Spearfish – Men’s Prayer Hike at Crow Peak

ALL Men! Fathers & Sons! On Father’s Day weekend, June 15^th, starting at 9am, there will be a prayer hike beginning at the Crow Peak Trailhead in Spearfish. All men meet there and bring a lunch! Rsvp/Carpool: 605.209.3188

Hot Springs – FREE Concert/Outdoor Event “BlockStop”

All are invited to downtown Hot Springs on June 14^th. Free barbeque starting at 7pm and the band “Shy” will be performing! FMI: www.toddbecker.org   

Pierre – Wellmark Tour de Oahe Bike Event

Race against others or just challenge yourself! The Wellmark Tour de Oahe Time-Trial Prologue is June 21st and the 25, 42 or 65 mi courses start June 22nd. Either be in it to win it or to enjoy the scenery. All info at: www.Wellmarktourdeoahe.com

5-State Listening Area – Conservation Reserve Program Sign Up

Farmers and ranchers can sign-up until June 14^th to be a part of the conservation reserve program aimed at protecting sensitive lands from erosion and sedimentation, and ensuring the sustainability of our groundwater, lakes, rivers, ponds and streams. Protect our natural resources! www.fsa.usda.gov 

Spearfish- House of Prayer Worship & Prayer Event   FMI: 641.5981

Spearfish House of Prayer is gathering with Donnie Williams and the Heart of David Worship team on June 14^th at 630pm come and join us as we worship God and pray for our communities, our state, our nation and the world.

Rapid City – Free Mental Health Seminar     Fmi: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

“ADHD, Bipolar, Depression--Suicide Survivor/Suicide Prevention” from the Red Feather Memorial Foundation, June 14^th 5pm, RC Public Library.

RC – Relay for Life

If you or someone you know has been touched by cancer, join the Relay for Life! Form a team, make a donation in memoriam, or go solo! June 14^th-15^th, 6am-6pm, Sioux Park Track. FMI: www.relayforlife.org

Gillette – Christian Church Hosting “New Way Singers”

The "New Way Singers" from Nebraska Christian College will be preforming at Gillette Christian Church on June 15th at 7pm. They are an auditioned worship choir of 50 HS students from all over the US and they are amazing!

RC – Huge Garage Sale Fundraiser

Bible Fellowship Church on Fairmont Blvd is having their annual garage sale on June 15^th starting at 7am. Household items, furniture, books, movies, toys and LOTS of clothes! Proceeds benefit their Nicaragua mission trip. 343.3604

RC – Wait Benefit Concert at 1^st Christian Church

Seven Times Tomorrow and Désolé will be performing at 1^st Christian on June 15^th at 7pm. Free-will offering taken for a teen-abstinence teaching couple’s traveling expenses.

Spearfish – The Booth Society Hosting Family Creek Fair and Brunch

This annual event is June 16^th from 9:30am-3pm at the D.C. Booth Historic Natl’ Fish Hatchery & Archives. Brunch in Ruby’s Garden & games! Tickets: $5/kids under 12; $14/adults. Fmi: 605-642-7730 ext. 205

Pierre – River Center Church Supports Suicide Prevention Event

All are invited to a special evening of worship, speakers, a balloon release and dinner all in the name of Hope. A free event through Friends for Life Suicide Prevention on Sat from 4-8pm at Griffin Park. (Bad wx? Go to Cup of Hope)

Belle Fourche – 4^th Annual Parrot Festival Fundraiser

Come enjoy some great speakers, prizes, silent auction, and a skydiving event from the Las Vegas Flying Elvi at the Black Hills Parrot Welfare on June 15^th & 16^th from 10am-5pm. Fmi: www.blackhillsparrotwelfare.org

Belle Fourche – Northern Hills Connection Luncheon

Reserve your spot for the Northern Hills Connection luncheon at United Methodist Church in Belle Fourche at noon on June 18^th. A speaker, feature, music, lunch and fellowship! $10. Rsvp: Mary 644.0599

RC – Buy Fruit & Support the 7^th Day Adventist Church & School

Order bulk fruit through 7^th Day Adventist throughout the summer. Apricots, blueberries, cherries, peaches, pears & more! Go to: adventistfruit.com. First deadline is June 24^th! 

RC – Volunteers for Urban Wildlife Committee

The City of RC is looking for volunteers who have an interest in environmental concerns, outdoor education, wildlife management, etc to serve on the Urban Wildlife Committee. Fmi go to City’s Website. Closes: June 21^st

RC – Seniors in Action Luncheon at Open Bible Christian Center

Free lunch & entertainment for all area senior citizens at Open Bible on June 20^th at noon. Please Rsvp: 605.342.4496

Sturgis – Sturgis Area Arts Council “Fiddler on the Roof”  fmi: 720.6361

"Fiddler on the Roof" showing at the Community Center Theater at 7pm on June 20, 21, 22^nd and at 2pm on the 23^rd. $10/Adults, $8/Seniors, $5/Students.

Rapid City – Family Heritage Alliance “Celebrating Family Event”

Every guest that comes to the Celebrating Family Event on June 23^rd from noon to 3pm at The Ranch amusement park will get 2 free ride tickets, lunch, prizes and more! The Faster-Pastor go-kart race will be at 3pm also!

FMI: www.familyheritagealliance.org

Rapid City – Bethany 20^th Annual Golf Tourney

Bethany Christian Services is sponsoring their 20^th Annual Golf Tournament at 1pm on June 24^th at the Hart Ranch Golf Course. Registration begins at 11:30 and lunch will be available. The entry fee is $100.00. Fmi: 343.7196

Dickinson – Roughrider Days Fair & Expo

Western ND is where cowboy action and family fun begins with the Roughrider Days Fair and Expo celebration! From rodeo to racing and everything in between! June 24^th-July 4^th. www.roughriderdaysfair.com  

Sturgis – 33^rd Annual Black Hills Bluegrass Festival!

The festival is June 28^th, 29^th & 30^th at Elkview Campground. A single show is $15, All-Day Saturday is $30 and a weekend-pass is $40. Kids 12&under are free. Get tickets at RC Haggerty's Musicworks, the Dahl Arts Center, or Sturgis’ Hardware Hank, County Drug or the Chamber of Commerce. FMI: www.blackhillsbluegrass.com

RC – Internationally-Renowned Illusionist REZA Performing!