Party planners and extroverts, this team is for you! The Social Action Team plans all of the YPN networking and fun social events such as Off the Clock, Morning Buzz, Power Lunch, and many others. Social Action Team is open to all YPN members!
New to Sioux Falls or spending the summer here as an intern? Intro Sioux Falls is designed to help interns, new residents, and young professionals learn more about the city and uncover opportunities, places, and experiences they may not know about yet. Explore Sioux Falls through interactive experiences focused on food, arts and music, wellness, outdoor activities, networking opportunities, volunteering, and ways to get involved in the community. Whether you are looking for your favorite coffee shop, trying to find your place in the community, building connections, or exploring new hobbies, this event will help you feel more connected to Sioux Falls. Enjoy golf, appetizers, and networking while learning more about Sioux Falls and meeting other young professionals. While this event is designed with newcomers in mind, everyone is welcome to come learn something new about the community. Bring a friend and come experience everything Sioux Falls has to offer. This event would not be possible without our sponsors, Sanford Health and Great Shots, along with our partner, the Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce.
Join us for July’s Our Sioux Falls featuring Levitt at the Falls! Come learn how Levitt at the Falls is building community through music and creating a vibrant gathering space in the heart of downtown Sioux Falls. As part of a national network of outdoor performance venues, Levitt at the Falls hosts 50 free professional concerts each summer, bringing people together through live, outdoor music. During this month’s Our Sioux Falls, participants will get an inside look at how Levitt at the Falls makes an impact across our community, including: Supporting local retailers and downtown businesses through increased foot traffic Drawing visitors and tourism to Sioux Falls Helping make Sioux Falls an attractive place for young professionals to live and work Creating opportunities for connection across our growing and diverse community Registration is required and limited to the first 25 participants. If you register, please plan to attend and add the event to your calendar. You will need to click “Login” on the top right to register for the event. Click “Forgot Password” to set up a password (make sure you use the email address associated with the Chamber). After that you should then be able to register. We are committed to providing a welcoming and accessible experience for all event attendees. If you require any accommodations, please reach out to Jaci Pieters at jpieters@siouxfalls.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs.
Research says one of the best ways to improve your productivity at work is to take a lunch break. So check out of the office (or your home office) for the noon hour and enjoy lunch with us! We do ask that you RSVP in advance so we can monitor space requirements. You will need to click "Login" on the top right to register for the event. Click "Forgot Password" to set up a password (make sure you use the email address associated with the Chamber). After that you should then be able to register. We are committed to providing a welcoming and accessible experience for all event attendees. If you require any accommodations, please reach out to Jaci Pieters at jpieters@siouxfalls.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs.
Join us this July for a special tour of the Mary Jo Wegner Arboretum & East Sioux Falls Historic Site.What began as a dream by local environmental visionary Mary Jo Wegner has grown into a natural haven for the Sioux Falls community. Featuring wetlands, gardens, and native plants, the Arboretum offers opportunities for recreation, education, and discovery. As a living link to the past and an investment in the future, the site helps foster meaningful connections between people and the natural world while sharing the stories of earlier cultures and their relationship with the environment. The Arboretum’s mission is to nurture connections between plants and all people, past and present, in an inspiring natural setting that invites discovery. Registration is required, and space is limited to the first 25 participants. If you register, please plan to attend and mark your calendar. We are committed to providing a welcoming and accessible experience for all event attendees. If you require any accommodations, please reach out to Jaci Pieters at jpieters@siouxfalls.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs.
Join us for this quarter’s YPs Read Book Club! This quarter, we’re reading Bend, Not Break: A Life in Two Worlds by Ping Fu, a powerful memoir that tells the story of resilience, perseverance, and finding opportunity through adversity. From surviving the Cultural Revolution in China to building a successful career in the United States, Ping Fu’s journey challenges us to reflect on leadership, innovation, and the strength it takes to adapt in changing environments. Come prepared to share your thoughts, key takeaways, and reflections from the book. This is a great opportunity to engage in meaningful conversation and connect with fellow young professionals over a story that spans cultures, challenges, and triumphs. We are committed to providing a welcoming and accessible experience for all event attendees. If you require any accommodations, please reach out to Jaci Pieters at jpieters@siouxfalls.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs.
Join other YPN members for networking while getting your morning (coffee) buzz. Morning-minded young professionals are invited to come to enjoy coffee and conversation with other YPN members. This Morning Buzz is being hosted by Pomegranate Market Downtown. We are committed to providing a welcoming and accessible experience for all event attendees. If you require any accommodations, please reach out to Jaci Pieters at jpieters@siouxfalls.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs.
Join us for August Our Sioux Falls featuring Employment Disability Resources! Employment Disability Resources is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping businesses successfully recruit, retain, and promote qualified individuals with disabilities. Since its founding in 2009, the organization has worked to connect employers with resources, education, and strategies that create more inclusive workplaces and strengthen workforce participation across our community. During this event, attendees will learn more about Employment Disability Resources’ mission, current initiatives, and the important role they play in supporting both employers and individuals with disabilities. Registration is required and limited to the first 25 participants. If you register, please plan to attend and add the event to your calendar. You will need to click “Login” on the top right to register for the event. Click “Forgot Password” to set up a password (make sure you use the email address associated with the Chamber). After that you should then be able to register. We are committed to providing a welcoming and accessible experience for all event attendees. If you require any accommodations, please reach out to Jaci Pieters at jpieters@siouxfalls.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs.
This action team plans tours of new projects in town, lines up phenomenal speakers and generally guides the educational elements of YPN while also looking for ways to educate YPN members about current issues in our community and encourage civic participation among young professionals. If you enjoy brainstorming events that help young professionals develop both personally and professionally then this is the team for you! You can join in person or virtually. Join the meeting now Meeting ID: 293 602 260 059 1 Passcode: xa2Di7hW Please note, this is the same as Personal & Professional Development/Civic Engagement Action Team. We have recently made a name change.
Party planners and extroverts, this team is for you! The Social Action Team plans all of the YPN networking and fun social events such as Off the Clock, Morning Buzz, Power Lunch, and many others. Social Action Team is open to all YPN members!
