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If you are a part of the 207 million households that stream Netflix, you may have seen the service’s original miniseries: The Queen’s Gambit.
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If you are a part of the 207 million households that stream Netflix, you may have seen the service’s original miniseries: The Queen’s Gambit.
Come on Mate, Let’s Play! Read More »


Love the tradition of dying Easter eggs but don’t want to deal with the mess? Check out these alternate ways to dye them that are fun for kids of all ages!
How To Dye Easter Eggs Three ways Read More »


Children are the future; that’s why teachers around the Black Hills are dedicated to providing the best possible education for our children. For Pinedale Elementary School in Rapid City, hard work and dedication led to national recognition in 2021.
Pinedale Elementary Earns National Blue Ribbon School Award Read More »


Many of us look back on childhood fondly; the “good ol’ days” full of laughter and playing with our friends. While it seems like those times were just for fun, it turns out that we were likely learning more than we realized.
Play-Based Learning: Let Them Be Kids Read More »


Who doesn’t love family pizza night? Take this family tradition up a notch by making your own pizza — including the dough! Doughn’t worry, we made it easy with only six ingredients.
Family Recipe: Homemade Pizza Dough Read More »


Here in the Black Hills, we’re blessed with incredible natural and cultural resources. We have museums on everything from geology and paleontology to local and national history. Let us help you discover your next favorite hidden gem!
Black Hills Hidden Gems Read More »


Did you know the Black Hills are full of fossils? In fact, some of the most complete T. Rex fossils to date have been found in western South Dakota, not to mention the world-famous Mammoth Site in Hot Springs.
STEAM Column: Jurassic Kitchen Read More »


Going to summer camp is a childhood memory many of us cherish, but sending your kids can be expensive. Now is the time to think about where to sign up, but also how to give your kids a memorable summer without breaking the bank.
Summer fun without breaking the budget Read More »


Any parent can tell you that active kids are pretty tough. They endure cuts, scrapes, bumps, and bruises; yet they tend to bounce back quickly. However, childhood injuries like growth plate fractures can cause lifelong problems if not treated urgently.
Timely treatment of growth plate injuries can keep your child growing strong Read More »


After the pandemic brought travel virtually to a halt, many families are excited to get back on the road! There’s a new trend on the rise in family vacations that you might want to consider: including grandparents.
Multigenerational Family Vacations Read More »