2 Broadcaster Press October 6, 2015 www.broadcasteronline.com Oscar Howe Art Show at USD Includes Rare Letters By The Native American Artist Heartland Humane Society Hosts Paws And Paint October 8th Yankton, South Dakota – September 25, 2015, – Infinite Variety and Heartland Humane Society invites the public to paint, sip, and create artwork while supporting shelter pets on Thursday, October 8th. The event will begin at 6:30 p.m. at Infinite Variety, located at 3 West Main Street in Vermillion. Tickets are $50 per person and limited to the first 25 registered. Sponsored by the Yankton Area Arts, canvases, paint, brushes, and easels will be provided. Participants will go home with a completed painting. Food and beverages will be provided by the Heartland Humane Society board of directors. “We held this event in Yankton last spring and sold out,” Shelter Coordinator Christa Kranig said. “Paint and Sip is about having a bit fun, raising a bit of money, and supporting a local organization working to keep stray and unwanted animals off the streets. No artistic talent is necessary, we just want you to have a great evening” All proceeds will go directly back to Heartland Humane Society. To register for the event, call the shelter at 605.664.4244 or register online at www.heartlandhumanesociety.net. Preregistration is required. Heartland Humane Society is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that serves surrounding communities, protecting and enhancing the lives of companion animals by promoting healthy relationships between pets and people. Visit Heartland Humane Society online at www.heartlandhumanesociety.net VERMILLION, S.D. — An exhibition on display at the University of South Dakota marking what would be Oscar Howe’s 100th birthday includes rare correspondence by him, two of his sculptures and original paintings he created, including a newly acquired piece. “Oscar Howe: A Centennial Celebration” is open daily until Oct. 16 at the John Day Gallery in the Warren Lee Center for Fine Arts at USD, where Howe taught from 1957 until 1980. The exhibit reception will be 4-6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2. It features: •Forty-seven Oscar Howe paintings, 30 of them owned by USD and 17 on loan from the Howe family. The paintings on display all were created during his time teaching at USD. One piece featured in the exhibition, “Calling on Wakan Tanka,” the first painting USD purchased from Howe, has now recently returned from touring with the exhibition “The Plains Indians: Artist of Earth and Sky,” which went to Paris, New York and Kansas City, Missouri. •Two Howe sculptures, a wood carving and another from South Dakota alabaster. Howe is mostly known for his paintings, and many people don’t know about his sculptural work. •Several pieces of correspondence on loan from the Library Archives and Special Collections that show Howe’s role in changing Native American art standards. Howe entered a piece in the 1958 National Indian Painting Competition at the Philbrook Museum of Art, but it was rejected as not being a “traditional Indian painting.” That letter is part of the USD exhibit as is Howe’s letter of protest, a letter from the exhibit’s juror in response and a letter from the Philbrook’s director. Howe’s protest letter is well known, but the other letters are not often cited and paint a larger picture to the story and change the context of Howe’s letter, which ultimately led the museum to change the rules. “Even though the University Art Galleries at USD has two exhibitions of Howe’s work every year in the Oscar Howe Gallery in Old Main, this exhibition is truly one-of-a-kind. Moving the centennial show into our main gallery, the John Day Gallery, has allowed us to show more of his works at once, which showcases how active he was as an artist,” said Michelle St. Vrain, interim director of University Art Galleries. Irwin, SESDAC, Inc. Employee Of The Month Professional Fellows Program From October 10 to November 7, 2015, the City of Vermillion will host two professionals from Indonesia and Thailand for short-term assignments in their offices, as they participate in the U.S. Department of State-sponsored Professional Fellows Program. The exchange has been arranged by the International City/County Management Association (ICMA), the organization that develops and advances professional local government management worldwide. The Professional Fellows Program brings emerging leaders in the fields of environmental sustainability; legislative process and governance; civic engagement; NGO management; economic empowerment and entrepreneurship; and journalism from around the world to the United States for intensive fellowships designed to broaden their professional expertise. Participants spend approximately one month in the United States, during which they receive hands-on exposure to national legislative offices, state legislatures, local government offices, businesses, and non-profit organizations through carefully designed full-time fellowships. Fellowships provide participants the opportunity to examine the relationship between civil society and government in the United States and how respective agencies and organizations work to strengthen citizen participation, transparency, and accountability. The program also establishes structured interaction among American and foreign participants designed to develop enduring professional ties and lasting partnerships. For more information or questions contact City Hall at (605) 677-7050. Check out our web site at www.cityofvermillion.com. COURTESY PHOTO Pictured above is Nate Irwin, Direct Support Professional, center, Brandee Ostrem, Assistant Director of Services, right, and Gerry Tracy, Executive Director, left Nate Irwin, Direct Support Professional, was selected as the SESDAC, Inc. September, 2015 Employee of the Month. Nate has been a part of our organization since May, 2015. Nate was nominated for the award by his fellow co-workers, based on his dedication to his job and the people he supports. Co-workers had the following compliments written in their nominations for Nate…”Nate always has a smile on his face is always ready to help. He is always willing to step up and assist with anything you ask of him.” Nate is currently a student at USD going into Special Education and resides in Vermillion. SESDAC, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that KICK OFF THE FALL SEASON ! FREE Brats, Burgers, Chips, Pop & Cookies Clearance Sale Register For Prizes! Grand Prize Electric Smoker! 20% TO 50% OFF Sofas • Recliners • Chairs • Dining Sets End Tables • Cocktail Tables • Lamps Wall Decor • Mattresses - 20-40% Off All Sofas - 50% Off All Area Rugs - 20% Off Recliners - 50% Off Select Group End Tables - Handscraped Laminate in-stock $2.99 per sq/ft - Select Lamps up to 50% Off - Entire Inventory of Flooring On Sale - assists people with disabilities to live, work, and socialize in their community. SESDAC, Inc. began providing services in 1973 and currently serves 96 people with disabilities and has 140 employees. Thursday, Oct. 8th 11AM - 1PM Thank you to all the other depts. that help with this open house! 115 W. Duke, Vermillion, SD 605-677-7073 Grab your purse, it’s time to shop! (Laminate, Vinyl, Carpet, Wood, Ceramic Tile) The tenth annual expo for her is two days of shopping, entertainment, pampering and fun — designed especially for women. Sample foods & drinks, participate in FREE fabulous seminars, and SHOP! Treat yourself or start your holiday shopping — or both. First 200 adult attendees each day will receive a gift bag full of free items! • Attend Fabulous Seminars! • See Cooking Demonstrations by Local Chefs • Purchase $20 Gift Cards for just $10 from some of Sioux Falls’ favorite restaurants! Over 240 booths featuring: Jewelry • Purses • Home Décor Furniture • Original Art • Make-up Pampering Products • Skincare Wine • Food • Cookware Candles • Florals • Travel Recreation • Photography Educational Tools Informational Tools Gifts Galore… and so much more! 10 10th Annual expo for her JOIN THE FUN! 10 fabulous prize packages Valued at over $500 each! $6 admission BLOW OUT SPECIAL! Charles Schneide r Sofa, 2 Chairs, & 2 Ottomans 50% OFF Group Handbags, Jewelry, Fragrances from: RECEIVE $1 OFF Brunick Furniture & Flooring 1100 West Cherry Street Vermillion, SD 605.624.8688 Monday-Friday 9:00a.m.-5:30p.m. Saturday 9:00a.m.-3:00p.m. with your donation of a canned good. Help fill the Food Pantry for winter! 50” LED TV from Kelo TV, Restaurant Gift Cards & more! Friday, October 16th • 2pm–9pm Saturday, October 17th • 9am–5pm Sioux Falls Convention Center • 1101 N. West Avenue www.etcsiouxfalls.com