Jan 13 Tuesday
Join us at the Joy Center with financial expert Victoria Funk, who will go over important tips for business tax preparation. As the year comes to a close, businesses have a valuable opportunity to optimize their financial and tax positions. Learn how to examine your expenses and incomes, maximize deductions, and review retirement plans. Other important steps will be examined such as what impacts your taxable income and the benefits of consulting with tax professionals. From this event, you will be able to evaluate your business’s financial goals and plan accordingly for the upcoming year.
Rare Jefferson Peace Medal Exhibit at Mead Museum
An original 220-year old Jefferson Peace Medal on loan to the Mead Museum is on display as part of the Journeying Forward: Connecting Cultures exhibit. The 4-inch Jefferson Peace Medal is extremely rare and a historically significant artifact from the early 19th century. The peace medals were commissioned by President Thomas Jefferson as part of diplomatic efforts with Native American tribes, serving as symbols of goodwill and alliance between the U.S. government and Indigenous leaders. The Lewis & Clark Expedition handed out 89 of them to leaders of Native Nations on their journey between 1804-1806. This medal is one of less than 5 on display in the world!In addition to the peace medal, the Journeying Forward exhibit also had an upgrade in its history of the Ihanktonwan and Oceti Sakowin Nations, an important narrative to Yankton regional history.The Mead Museum is located at 82 Mickelson Dr in Yankton SD. The Museum is open weekdays 10AM to 5PM and on Saturdays/Sundays from 1PM to 5PM.
The Vermillion Public Library is partnering with the University of South Dakota (USD) Libraries to host a special session dedicated to preserving and digitizing history. On Tuesday, January 13th, at the Vermillion Public Library’s Kozak Room, the public is invited to learn how to become a volunteer digital archivist in a session titled, "Transcribing History With 'FromThePage' Digital Archives."
The free event will teach attendees how to use FromThePage, a leading crowdsourcing platform utilized by archives and libraries to transcribe, index, and describe historic documents. By participating, community members will join a growing network of detail-oriented volunteers helping to make USD Libraries’ valuable archival collections accessible to researchers worldwide.
The session will be facilitated by Anne Hinseth, Library Technology Librarian at the University Libraries, University of South Dakota.
A light lunch will be provided for all attendees.
What: Transcribing History With “FromThePage” Digital Archives
Who: Facilitated by Anne Hinseth, USD Library Technology Librarian
When: Tuesday, January 13th, 12:00 PM
Where: Vermillion Public Library, Kozak Room
Cost: Free (Light lunch provided)
The community is encouraged to attend and help bring the region's history to life.
Jan 14 Wednesday
Introduce your child to the magical world of books and language through engaging stories, lively songs, and fun activities Story Time is thoughtfully designed to support early literacy development and help prepare your child for future school success. It’s also a wonderful opportunity for young children to build social skills and make new friends.Each session features a new theme or topic, keeping the experience fresh and exciting. Programs typically last about 30 minutes. No registration is required—just drop in! Caregivers are expected to attend with their children.When: Every other Wednesday starting September 3rd through November 26th Time: 10:00-10:30AM Registration: No registration requiredThemes:- Sept 17th – Rabbits- Oct 1st – Author Feature – Melanie Watt- Oct 15th – Zoo- Oct 29th – Halloween (can wear costumes if they want)- Nov 12th – Polar Bears- Nov 26th – Dinosaurs
Jan 15 Thursday
Join us for a special program just for you and your baby! Spend quality time together and connect with other parents, caregivers, and little ones at the library. Snuggle Up with Stories features songs, books, rhymes, and more—all thoughtfully planned with babies in mind. This 20-minute program supports your baby’s early development by building listening, language, and motor skills in a fun, nurturing environment. Please come prepared to sit on the floor with your baby in your lap. Activities are one-on-one to encourage bonding and interaction. Have an older child with you? No problem—we’ll have coloring sheets or other quiet activities available to help keep them engaged.When: Every other Thursday starting Sept 11th through Nov20th Time: 10:00-10:30AM Registration: No registration
Stay updated on the latest legislature impacting businesses through this online preview. The South Dakota Legislature is set to hold the Governor's Budget Address on December 2nd and begins their two month legislative session on January 13th, 2026. Interested in knowing what’s on the table that could impact your business or organization? SD CEO East and SD CEO West welcomes back Julie Johnson, who will go through what small businesses and workplaces need to know for the upcoming legislative session.
Wondering how to take the next steps to grow your business and hire employees? Join industry experts Shelly Rose, Coeur Wharf, Synova Nicolaisen, Black Hills HR Consulting, and Jennifer Martini, Board of Directors of Black Hills SHRM for the first of four practical workshops in the series to kick-start the process of hiring employees. This workshop series is perfect for any small business owner, whether you’re new to having employees or want to make sure you’re compliant and following industry best practices. In this workshop, learn about putting together and posting job descriptions, understanding labor markets, and getting the most out of your interview and hiring process.
Jan 16 Friday
