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Sep 06

Heirlooms: Wisdom Writing Workshop

SDSU Extension will host an online wisdom writing workshop over Zoom on September 6, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. CDT.

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Registration now open for Purposeful Retirement online book club

August 22, 2025

Registration is open for the Purposeful Retirement Online Book Club, hosted by South Dakota State University Extension and North Dakota State University Extension.

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SDSU Extension offering writing workshop in Spearfish

July 15, 2025

South Dakota State University Extension is proud to announce it is partnering with Spearfish Senior Center to present the Heirlooms: Wisdom Writing Workshop, a dynamic event that encourages older people to explore the wisdom they have gained.

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Calling Annie’s Project alumni: SDSU Extension offering virtual suicide prevention training

June 18, 2025

South Dakota State University Extension is offering virtual suicide prevention training called Question, Persuade, Refer for Annie’s Project alumni on July 30, 2025.

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Wisdom writing on the road again with SDSU Extension, SD Humanities Council

April 30, 2025

South Dakota State University Extension and the South Dakota Humanities Council are proud to present the second Heirlooms: Wisdom Writing Roadshow, a dynamic event series that encourages older people to explore the wisdom they have gained.

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SDSU Extension offers popular Aging Well recordings for limited time

April 04, 2025

Families seeking educational resources on aging can now benefit from viewing the popular Aging Well series online.

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SDSU Extension creative writing workshops continue in April

March 18, 2025

South Dakota State University Extension’s online creative writing workshops will continue in April, with a focus on obituary writing.

: A group of older adults gathered in a circle for a mental health support session.

SDSU, NDSU Extension to host free virtual workshops on aging well

December 16, 2024

South Dakota State University Extension and North Dakota State University Extension are hosting a series of free workshops to help older adults learn how to age well, stay healthy and remain in their own homes for as long as possible.

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SDSU Extension to host creative writing workshops in 2025

December 09, 2024

South Dakota State University Extension is pleased to announce the 2025 dates for its Heirlooms online creative writing workshops to help participants craft their own life stories.

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Organize this! What to collect and why

Learn about the different categories of documents and information your power of attorney (POA) or personal representative might need to act on your behalf in the event of an emergency.