605 Magazine

By Denise DePaolo Images by Elizabeth Lucille Photography It’s time to recognize those who stand out and show great promise for the year ahead. Each year, 605 selects a group of young leaders from a pile of nominations – all qualified for recognition in their own...

By Leah Vanden Bosch Animal lovers have the opportunity to give the gift of shelter this holiday season, with the Humane Society caring for countless loving, domestic pets in need of a home. The holiday season is a popular time for pet adoption, but the...

Holiday hosting can be overwhelming, but a few simple steps can elevate your party from dull to decadent. Don’t go overboard with the red and green. Colors such as white, silver and gold can create lavish, wintry vibe, reminiscent of the snowflakes falling outside. Scent really...

Katie zautke began Dakota Uprising as a fun, fresh way to represent the state she loves. The Rapid City-based graphic designer launched her line of T-shirts, sweatshirts, and hats in 2015 with the hope that others would want to wear their hearts on their...

Animal lovers have the opportunity to give the gift of shelter this holiday season, with the Humane Society caring for countless loving, domestic pets in need of a home. “The animals are affectionate and loving, and they are incredibly loyal,” explained Kaitlyn Janak, resource development...

The State Capitol is more than a building where laws are made. This month, the iconic Pierre structure takes on a bit of magic, housing a forest of Christmas Trees decorated by community groups, businesses, churches, schools, and state agencies. Co-coordinator Dawn Hill fill...

Local music makes a great gift, but staring at all those titles can be a bit overwhelming. Don't be afraid to ask the record store staff for help. To get us started, Last Stop CD Shop’s John Castle shares his top picks in a...

Time to shop, but where to start? We’re here to help! The 605 Magazine/Dainty Obsessions staff shares our curated collections from local retailers. Denise DePaolo 605 Magazine Managing Editor “I like items that are fun, functional, and above all, comfortable. Quality is huge for me. As a new...

The kids are getting to the point where they’re too old to believe in Santa. How do I broach the subject lightly without breaking their hearts? JR: I can still remember my parents sitting me down my senior year in high school and breaking the...

Materials: Felt Styrofoam cone Glue Gun Scissors Ruler Instructions: Cut out 4 inches x 2 inches of felt. Fold the felt and cut out a circle. Continue step one and two until you have enough circles to cover your cone. Starting from the bottom, glue the circles around the styrofoam cone. As you work...