Dr. Nickisch was a career Army officer, with service in the US, Europe, Central America and Southeast Asia, with the 1^st and 8^th Infantry Divisions, and the 3^rd Armored Division.  He served for several years on the faculty of the United States Military Academy, West Point.  His American awards include the Legion of Merit, Bronze Stars, Meritorious Service Medals and Air Medals.  He has received the German Order of Merit and the Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry. He has planned 3 Presidential Visits.

     After retiring from the Army as a Colonel, Craig took a professorship at Idaho State University, where he was recognized for Outstanding Research, Outstanding Service, and was named a Master Teacher.  He was also once named the Most Influential Professor in the College of Arts and Sciences.

    Craig currently serves on the Commissioning Committee for the new nuclear submarine, the USS Idaho.  He is a member of the Pocatello (Idaho) Rotary Club, as well as other service organizations.

Location to be announced.

Kathleen will talk about the purpose/story of the Black Hills Area Foundation and how we work with nonprofits and individuals to impact our communities.

Kathleen is an Illinois native who has been living in the beautiful Black Hills since 2012. After a quick trip to Spearfish with friends, she and her husband decided it was exactly where they wanted to put down roots. Since then, Kathleen has used her counseling and communication skills to uplift our region’s higher education and health care institutions. From supporting BHSU and SDSU students as they navigate college life, to managing internal communications for Monument Health caregivers during Covid-19, she has tried her best to support those in her community when they need it most. Before joining the Black Hills Area Community Foundation, Kathleen served as Director of Stewardship & Communication for the South Dakota Mines Center for Alumni Relations & Advancement. She holds a bachelor's degree in Public Relations from Illinois State University and a master's degree in College Counseling from South Dakota State University. 

Kathleen's husband, Trenton Ellis, is an Associate Professor of Human Services at Black Hills State University. They absolutely love living and raising their daughter, Isla, in Spearfish and always look forward to the outdoor activities each season brings to the Black Hills.

- Holiday Inn Rapid City Downtown 505 N 5th Street Rapid City, SD 55701 - Register by September 3, 2024 for a chance to win a Paul Harris Fellow and a $50 Holiday Inn gift card. Follow the link to Register.

He will be speaking in honor of Native American Day (Oct 14) Subject TBD - May play flute or share another story that helps illustrate Lakota Culture and history

An evening social that's just for fun!

Must pre-register for limited number of Cocktail Mixology slots:  https://form.jotform.com/nbhrcpublicity/NONRotarianRegistrationNonnas, also to provide accurate number of dinner guests.

Decorate Rotary Trailer for Winter Wonderland

This event is presented by the Northern Black Hills Rotary Club and hosted by Crow Peak Brewing Co. to benefit the Spearfish Food Pantry.  Member of he Black Hills State University Choir will provide festive singing starting at 6:15pm.  Refreshments including hot cocoa, cider, and cookies will be provided.   

Please bring a donation of canned goods, ready-made meals, and/or cash for the Spearfish Food Pantry (credit card donations accepted).

Join your fellow NH Rotarians for our annual Christmas party at Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant (after the Caroling for Cash event) for dinner, drinks, and a White Elephant gift exchange.

December 11th at 7:00pm 

Drive through to see the Christmas displays from local businesses and non-profit groups! Cash donations accepted!

Located at the City of Spearfish Campground.

Drive through to see the Christmas displays from local businesses and non-profit groups! Cash donations accepted!

Located at the City of Spearfish Campground.

Drive through to see the Christmas displays from local businesses and non-profit groups! Cash donations accepted!

Located at the City of Spearfish Campground.

Drive through to see the Christmas displays from local businesses and non-profit groups! Cash donations accepted!

Located at the City of Spearfish Campground.

Laurie Wince with Foundation for Health will present about the Foundation's mission to raise funds to promote and support the health and safety needs of our community through individuals, groups and health entities. She will include some history regarding the Foundation's development as medical care was originally provided in Deadwood for the Northern Black Hills.

January 29, 2025 | 5:00-7:00pm | 27 Deadwood St | Dinner at Stan & Ollies 

January 29, 2025 | 6:00-7:00pm | Outlaw Square Deadwood | Ice Bumper Cars

Dinner at Stan & Ollies will be a Pizza Buffet.

Date: January 29, 2025

Time: 5:00 - 7:00 pm

Cost: $21.44 (includes tax) DUE AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION 

**Cost does NOT include drinks**

Entertainment: Music performed by Rotarians Randy Hedge, JJ Kent, and Brian Eberhard.

Ice Bumper Cars will run at the same time from 6:00 pm -7:00 pm in 15 minute increments. If you are participating in IBCs - you need to be at the arene 10 minutes PRIOR to your start time.

Enjoy fellowship, live music at the Iron Horse Inn by Randy Hedge and Brian Eberhard, bumper cars, and lots of laughter. 

Nicole Fronek, CEO of Two Horse Productions, will offer a workshop-style session demonstrating the benefits of performance coaching and career development. Topics to anticipate include Creative Solutioning in Leadership and Personal Branding. Related materials and handouts will be provided.