Planning with Purpose: Senior Living Tour
Bring yourself peace of mind by planning with purpose! Join the Yankton Community Libraryfor a special Senior Living Tour at Avera Sacred Heart Majestic Bluffs, 2111 W 11th St., on Friday, April 5, at 2 pm. The group will meet under the large canopy, near the main entrance of the nursing home. We will take a tour of the independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing care, and hospiceareas, as well as view the amenities and activities of the facilities.Coffee and cookies will be served after the tour
Therapeutic Writing Group, April 6
Journaling can be a powerful tool to improve your emotional well-being. If you're interested in therapeutic writing, you're in luck! The Yankton Community Library is hosting a free therapeutic writing group on Saturday, April6 at 10:00 am. This group is open to the public for individuals 18 and older. No registration or prior attendance is required. Take advantage of this opportunity to connect with others and enhance your emotional well-being through the power of writing. The upcoming therapeutic
Jesse Bailey Named Executive Director of United Way & Volunteer Services of Greater Yankton
The United Way & Volunteer Services of Greater Yankton is excited to announce that Jesse Bailey has been named the new executive director of the organization. Bailey brings a wealth of community and nonprofit leadership experience to the position. He will start on April 8. “I am deeply honored to have been selected as the next Executive Director of the United Way of Greater Yankton,” Bailey said. “I am thrilled for the opportunity to collaborate with our dedicated staff, volunteers and partners as we
Space Programs
On Thursday, March 21 at 6 pm, join us for a special eclipse presentation.Jama Mathison, the local Earth and Space Science teacher, will talk about what causes an eclipse, how often they occur, the different types of eclipses, and the path of the April 8eclipse across the United States.This event is free and no registration is required. The Yankton Community Library has a sun telescope on loan from the South Dakota State Library. This amazing piece of equipment allows viewers to see sun spots as well
March Video Game Club
Calling all video game enthusiasts! On Tuesday, March 26th from 4:00-6:00 PM, stop at the Yankton Community Library to participate in our Video Game Club. This month’s theme is Mario Kart.Bring in your own device or use the ones we provide!Battle your friends to test your Mario Kart skills. This event is free of charge, and no registration is required.If you need additional accommodation to participate in this event, please contact the library. Don’t forget to check out our website at
Men’s, Women’s, and Coed Sand Volleyball and Coed Softball Leagues
The Yankton Parks and Recreation Department is now accepting registrations for the 2024 Men’s, Women’s, and Coed Sand Volleyball Leagues and Coed Softball Leagues. Deadline for team registrations, rosters, and fees are due by Friday, April 26. Team registration forms and rules are available at the Summit Activities Center at 1801 Summit Street or on the City of Yankton web site at www.cityofyankton.org. For further information, call (605) 668-5234 or stop by the Summit Activities Center at 1801
SAC Red Cross Swim Lessons This Spring
The Summit Activities Center will be offering American Red Cross Swimming Lessons this Spring. The classes will be held Tuesday and Thursday evenings and will run from Tuesday, April 2 through Thursday, April 25, 2024. Swim lessons will include Aqua Tots, Preschool, and Red Cross Level 1 through Level 4. Class sizes are limited. Registration for current Summit Activities Center members will begin Monday, March 18, 2024, during normal business hours. Registration for the general public and online
Weekend at the Oscars - YCL
The Yankton Community Library, 515 Walnut Street, will be hosting Weekend at the Oscars on Saturday & Sunday, March 9 & 10. The 10th annual event will feature four nominated movies in various categories. The weekend will kick off with The Holdovers, rated R, at 9:30 am on Saturday, March 9. Nominated for best picture, best actor (Paul Giamatti), and best supporting actress (Da'Vine Joy Randolph), The Holdovers shares the story of a cranky history teacher forced to remain on campus over the holidays.
Yankton Seed Library - Soil Health
The Yankton Seed Library is back to help usher in spring! You can participate in person at the Yankton Community Library located at 515 Walnut Street, or join online on the second Tuesday of every month, from February to October at 2:00 pm and 6:00 pm. On Tuesday, March 12, at 2:00 pm and 6:00 pm, the Seed Library will have a special presenter to discuss soil health! Kent Vlieger, South Dakota State Soil Health Specialist for the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service, will share strategies for
Pi Day
Stop by the Yankton Community Library on March 14, 2024 to celebrate Pi day!Pi Day is an annual celebration of the mathematical constant π. Pi Day is observed on March 14 since 3, 1, and 4 are the first three significant figures of π. To celebrate, the Friends of the Library will be serving pie and coffee in the library meeting room between 2pm and 6pm. Free will donations will be accepted. Don’t forget to check out our website at library.cityofyankton.org and follow us on Facebook
Lawn and River Corridor Event Spaces Master Planning Meeting
The City of Yankton invites the public to the second community meeting for the planning process in regards to future improvements to The Lawn and river corridor event spaces. Public input has been gathered through three different surveys and the results will be discussed. A collection of images will be viewed and discussed as visual preferences are gathered for the event spaces along the river corridor. The public is invited to: The Lawn and River Corridor Event Spaces Master Planning
Nathan Johnson Author Talk At YCL
Local author, Nathan Johnson, will discuss his new book A Guide To Historic Yankton: Nine Routes Through The Dakotas’ Territorial Capital at a presentation at the Yankton Community Library on Thursday, March 14 at 6pm. Books will be available for purchase at the event. All proceeds from book sales benefit the Mead Museum. The presentation is free and no registration is required. Attend virtually at https://meet.goto.com/977657957. Plan to come on down early to enjoy a slice of pie in celebration of
Toy Drive at the YCL
As part of the Yankton Community Library’s year-long goal to spread random acts of kindness, we are holding a toy drive for the Toy Lending Library of South Dakota in March! We are seeking new or like new toys for ages 0-5—so clean out those toy boxes or do some shopping for a fun new toy! Not sure what to buy for the Toy Lending Library? Check out their registry at www.toylendinglibrarysd.org/donate to view shopping lists and other ways to donate. We will be accepting donations between March 1 -31. The
March Elementary Programs
The Yankton Community Library will be providing several exciting afternoon programs in March for kids in grades K-5. All programs are free and will take place at the library on Thursdays at 3:45pm. Our focus in March is SPACE to get ready for the eclipse in April! Join us all month long for a space race scavenger hunt in the youth area. This scavenger hunt will start on March 1st and run through the day of the eclipse, April 8th. Lego Clubwill be held on Thursday, March 7that 3:45pm. This far-out
Lifeguard Training Courses at the Summit Activities Center
The Summit Activities Center will be offering four Lifeguard Training Courses this spring. The first class will be held March 16-17, 2024 with the Pre-test on Thursday, February 8, at 5:00pm. The second class will be held April 13-14, 2024 with the Pre-test on Saturday or Sunday, March 16-17, anytime from 8:00am to 4:00pm. The third class will be held April 27-28, 2024 with the Pre-test on Saturday or Sunday, April 13-14, anytime from 8:00am to 4:00pm. Attendance is mandatory for ALL classes AND the
Spread Holiday Cheer by Marketing Your Yankton Small Business
The holidays are a critical time for small businesses to get right. With so much competition, it can be hard to stand out from the crowd. But with a little creativity, your small business can make a big impact this holiday season. Here are some ideas from the Yankton Area Chamber of Commerce to get you started.Create & Share a Gift Guide via PDF One of the best ways to market your small business during the holidays is to create and share a gift guide. This is a great way to showcase your products or
Start a Yankton, SD Business in One 9-to-5 Day
Owning your own small business is both challenging and fulfilling. With each hurdle you overcome, you enjoy more control, flexibility, and satisfaction. If you’re ready to tackle something new, check out what you can accomplish in a single day with this timeline from Yankton Thrive. 9:00 – 9:30 Set Your Sights on the Finish Line Many people take an entrepreneurial path because of a personal passion. Maybe you dream of building a company you can pass on to your children, or you hope to create a business
Become a South Dakota Solopreneur in 3 Days
We’re so excited to be new members of the Yankton Area Chamber of Commerce! If you have any questions about our service, please feel free to reach out to us. Our member directory page contains contact information, including our phone number: (844) 493-6249.Do you dream of starting your own business, with the freedom to follow your own path and without the obligations of permanent staff? If so, becoming a solopreneur can make your dream a reality, and you can achieve that goal in as little as three