Learn how to protect your kids online by enrolling them
in the Cyber Smart Kids Day seminar from 8:30 a.m. until
3:30 p.m., Thursday June 12th at the Elementary School Cafeteria in
Larned.&nbsp; Kids in the third
through 8th grade will learn about on-line etiquette, gaming safety, password
protection, cyber bullying, and more. Lunch
will be provided.&nbsp; Cyber Safe Kid’s Day
is free but space is limited. &nbsp;Sponsored by the Family
Crisis Center.

Learn how to protect your kids online by enrolling them
in the Cyber Smart Kids Day seminar from 8:30 a.m. until
3:30 p.m., Thursday June 12th at the Elementary School Cafeteria in
Larned.&nbsp; Kids in the third
through 8th grade will learn about on-line etiquette, gaming safety, password
protection, cyber bullying, and more. Lunch
will be provided.&nbsp; Cyber Safe Kid’s Day
is free but space is limited. &nbsp;Sponsored by the Family
Crisis Center.<figure>
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Cyber Smart Kids Day  June 12th 

Join the
Cottonwood Extension Council and K-State Research and Extension for the fifth
annual Gathering of Gardeners Tour from 5 until 8 p.m., Friday June 13th.
The free tours will feature four Great Bend vegetable and flower gardens with
master gardeners, individual growers and volunteers present at each location.&nbsp;
All gardening enthusiasts are welcome to attend.&nbsp; Call the K-State
Extension Office in Great Bend at 620-793-1910&nbsp;to find out more.

Join the
Cottonwood Extension Council and K-State Research and Extension for the fifth
annual Gathering of Gardeners Tour from 5 until 8 p.m., Friday June 13th.
The free tours will feature four Great Bend vegetable and flower gardens with
master gardeners, individual growers and volunteers present at each location.&nbsp;
All gardening enthusiasts are welcome to attend.&nbsp; Call the K-State
Extension Office in Great Bend at 620-793-1910&nbsp;to find out more.<figure>
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Gathering Of Gardeners Tour  June 13th

Randy Sauer, better known as Jamin’ Randy, returns to the Great Bend
Public Library at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, June 11th. Randy will share
his award-winning music with children of all ages.&nbsp; The free program is part of a summer
of wonder-filled Wednesday events.&nbsp; Everyone
is welcome to attend. The Great Bend Public Library is at 1409 Williams.

Randy Sauer, better known as Jamin’ Randy, returns to the Great Bend
Public Library at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, June 11th. Randy will share
his award-winning music with children of all ages.&nbsp; The free program is part of a summer
of wonder-filled Wednesday events.&nbsp; Everyone
is welcome to attend. The Great Bend Public Library is at 1409 Williams.<figure>
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Jamin’ Randy At Great Bend Library  June 11th

Get your tickets now for the 10th annual
Bike Brew Q from 1 until 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 7th behind Dry
Lake Brewing, 1305 Main, Great Bend.&nbsp; Cycling, craft beer, food trucks, and music make this
an event you don’t want to miss.&nbsp; Early admission
tickets provide access to specialty beer and brewery swag. Tickets are on sale now at <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fbikebrewq.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3-eLN0TkXSwxEA9Y-H9GItxWSG_8eRKsEiITWAfcTnZUeV-qxaUnFYdCc&amp;h=AT24_NEUI-jBgPcO07yJYVtMiFl4pY-XSIaWGED5WhDCruy8k6A1u5a6t4BuxVq5N5OtzzlQvZnW60MZJ93918oVBcF5eu1m6WRsd_oUdysGcGtWBmMU7Vj849ttvvnqMGmV&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c%5b0%5d=AT2L_oSjtnDT3A5MKj8_gDreHajooAJ_UISGAMnyTkr0PnuXfPWqmgJxykk9ywT8kRzI_rACFlcswhLl1CFsxmZ8Wo6AQ9N7XC4rnKjFG7P-LBvxLX2R53ghZg7lSb4bJ8LBGtcaN_vS2vV-qxeNm4l76Cgs-xJ7uL6nCZBgd6F8VKwUD6twu-gCwu_PUplBTy1p49UBPA" target="_blank">bikebrewq.com</a> and will also be available the day of the
event. All proceeds will be donated to the
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

Get your tickets now for the 10th annual
Bike Brew Q from 1 until 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 7th behind Dry
Lake Brewing, 1305 Main, Great Bend.&nbsp; Cycling, craft beer, food trucks, and music make this
an event you don’t want to miss.&nbsp; Early admission
tickets provide access to specialty beer and brewery swag. Tickets are on sale now at <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fbikebrewq.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3-eLN0TkXSwxEA9Y-H9GItxWSG_8eRKsEiITWAfcTnZUeV-qxaUnFYdCc&amp;h=AT24_NEUI-jBgPcO07yJYVtMiFl4pY-XSIaWGED5WhDCruy8k6A1u5a6t4BuxVq5N5OtzzlQvZnW60MZJ93918oVBcF5eu1m6WRsd_oUdysGcGtWBmMU7Vj849ttvvnqMGmV&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c%5b0%5d=AT2L_oSjtnDT3A5MKj8_gDreHajooAJ_UISGAMnyTkr0PnuXfPWqmgJxykk9ywT8kRzI_rACFlcswhLl1CFsxmZ8Wo6AQ9N7XC4rnKjFG7P-LBvxLX2R53ghZg7lSb4bJ8LBGtcaN_vS2vV-qxeNm4l76Cgs-xJ7uL6nCZBgd6F8VKwUD6twu-gCwu_PUplBTy1p49UBPA" target="_blank">bikebrewq.com</a> and will also be available the day of the
event. All proceeds will be donated to the
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Bike Brew Q   June 7th 

Make plans now to attend the first-ever Big
Bend Bash Saturday June 7th in Downtown Great Bend.&nbsp; The fun starts with the Red, White and Blue
Parade at 10 a.m., followed by the Bike Brew Q at 11. Enjoy live music and
entertainment, the Family Fun Zone, and the Shifter’s Car Club Car Show.&nbsp; The event is a celebration designed to support downtown
streetscape improvements.&nbsp; Don’t miss a minute of the fun happening June 7th in
downtown Great Bend. To find out more,
visit:&nbsp; www.gbedinc.com/bigbendbash

Make plans now to attend the first-ever Big
Bend Bash Saturday June 7th in Downtown Great Bend.&nbsp; The fun starts with the Red, White and Blue
Parade at 10 a.m., followed by the Bike Brew Q at 11. Enjoy live music and
entertainment, the Family Fun Zone, and the Shifter’s Car Club Car Show.&nbsp; The event is a celebration designed to support downtown
streetscape improvements.&nbsp; Don’t miss a minute of the fun happening June 7th in
downtown Great Bend. To find out more,
visit:&nbsp; www.gbedinc.com/bigbendbash<figure>
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Big Bend Bash  June 7th

The Independent Township Library in Claflin will sponsor a beginner sewing
class for kids from 10 a.m. until noon on Monday June 23rd through
Saturday June 28th at the library, 108 Main in Claflin.&nbsp; This beginner-friendly class will cover basic
stitches, machine operation, project creation and pattern reading. Space is
limited so call the library at 620-587-3488 or register on-line at:&nbsp; <a href="https://forms.gle/UUetYPY3912NkQH67?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExS0s2dWo0WjFPWjN6T1IzMAEeNF4PlVOlQ1JbNQQBrAWbqlyHEaJapuSJ-FyOgwCWMXyerkCqF8T6QTcUpi0_aem_MRYdwajU1X2_m6kwoefHqQ" target="_blank">https://forms.gle/UUetYPY3912NkQH67</a>

The Independent Township Library in Claflin will sponsor a beginner sewing
class for kids from 10 a.m. until noon on Monday June 23rd through
Saturday June 28th at the library, 108 Main in Claflin.&nbsp; This beginner-friendly class will cover basic
stitches, machine operation, project creation and pattern reading. Space is
limited so call the library at 620-587-3488 or register on-line at:&nbsp; <a href="https://forms.gle/UUetYPY3912NkQH67?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExS0s2dWo0WjFPWjN6T1IzMAEeNF4PlVOlQ1JbNQQBrAWbqlyHEaJapuSJ-FyOgwCWMXyerkCqF8T6QTcUpi0_aem_MRYdwajU1X2_m6kwoefHqQ" target="_blank">https://forms.gle/UUetYPY3912NkQH67</a><figure>
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Beginner Sewing Class  June 23rd through the 28th 

Young readers are invited to stop by The Great Bend
Public Library at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday June 4th to see Dan Dan the
Magic Man.&nbsp; Dan Dan will dazzle kids and
their families with a kaleidoscope of magic, imagination and comedy to kick off
a summer of wonder-filled Wednesday events.&nbsp;
There is no cost to attend. The Great Bend Public Library is at 1409 Williams.

Young readers are invited to stop by The Great Bend
Public Library at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday June 4th to see Dan Dan the
Magic Man.&nbsp; Dan Dan will dazzle kids and
their families with a kaleidoscope of magic, imagination and comedy to kick off
a summer of wonder-filled Wednesday events.&nbsp;
There is no cost to attend. The Great Bend Public Library is at 1409 Williams.<figure>
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Dan Dan The Magic Man  June 4th

Stop by
the Kansas Wetlands Education Center this summer and pick up a free copy of their Summer Get Outside Guide.&nbsp; Kids ages 5 through
8 are now spending more time than ever on electronic devices, which is why the
Wetlands Center wants to balance screen time with outdoor activities. The Guide
is filled with more than a dozen ways to reconnect with nature through
stargazing, yard yoga, bird feeding and more. Call 877-243-9268 to find
out more. The Kansas Wetlands Education Center is on Highway 156 between Great
Bend and Claflin.

Stop by
the Kansas Wetlands Education Center this summer and pick up a free copy of their Summer Get Outside Guide.&nbsp; Kids ages 5 through
8 are now spending more time than ever on electronic devices, which is why the
Wetlands Center wants to balance screen time with outdoor activities. The Guide
is filled with more than a dozen ways to reconnect with nature through
stargazing, yard yoga, bird feeding and more. Call 877-243-9268 to find
out more. The Kansas Wetlands Education Center is on Highway 156 between Great
Bend and Claflin.<figure>
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KWEC Get Outside Guide  Summer 2025

Sign up now for the Wheels of
Hope Benefit Car Show at 8 a.m., Saturday June 21st on Lakin Avenue
between Main Street and Kansas to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association Chapter
of Great Bend.&nbsp; Cost is $25 per vehicle
with registration beginning at 2 p.m. and awards to follow at 3. This
family-friendly event will promote awareness and a drive towards a cure to end
Alzheimer's. All proceeds will benefit the Alzheimer’s Association. To find out
more, please send an email to Brad: <a href="mailto:bradleyheine2016@outlook.com">bradleyheine2016@outlook.com</a> or 
Deklyn: <a href="mailto:djmcraven2004@gmail.com">djmcraven2004@gmail.com</a>

Sign up now for the Wheels of
Hope Benefit Car Show at 8 a.m., Saturday June 21st on Lakin Avenue
between Main Street and Kansas to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association Chapter
of Great Bend.&nbsp; Cost is $25 per vehicle
with registration beginning at 2 p.m. and awards to follow at 3. This
family-friendly event will promote awareness and a drive towards a cure to end
Alzheimer's. All proceeds will benefit the Alzheimer’s Association. To find out
more, please send an email to Brad: <a href="mailto:bradleyheine2016@outlook.com">bradleyheine2016@outlook.com</a> or 
Deklyn: <a href="mailto:djmcraven2004@gmail.com">djmcraven2004@gmail.com</a><figure>
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Wheels Of Hope Car Show   June 21st 

The Summer Street Stroll Farmer’s Market returns to the Barton
County Courthouse Square this summer.&nbsp;
Stop by from 4 to 7 p.m. every Thursday weather permitting.&nbsp; You’ll find fresh fruits and vegetables, honey, art and handmade
crafts from local vendors.&nbsp; In addition,
food trucks will be there on select dates.&nbsp;
To find out more, call the Barton County Health Department, 620-793-1902.

The Summer Street Stroll Farmer’s Market returns to the Barton
County Courthouse Square this summer.&nbsp;
Stop by from 4 to 7 p.m. every Thursday weather permitting.&nbsp; You’ll find fresh fruits and vegetables, honey, art and handmade
crafts from local vendors.&nbsp; In addition,
food trucks will be there on select dates.&nbsp;
To find out more, call the Barton County Health Department, 620-793-1902.<figure>
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Summer Street Stroll Farmer’s Market 

The
Wetlands Water Park on North Main in Great Bend is open for the season from 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.&nbsp; Summer
discount punch passes are $40 and allow fifteen admissions to the water park
during the season. The
Wetlands is open seven days a week through August 10th and features eight slides,
spray features, a zero depth entry to the water feature, tipping bucket, a swimming pool with a
divided shallow end and more. Check out the Wetlands Water Park on their Facebook Page or visit <a href="http://www.wetlandswaterpark.com/">www.wetlandswaterpark.com</a>.

The
Wetlands Water Park on North Main in Great Bend is open for the season from 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.&nbsp; Summer
discount punch passes are $40 and allow fifteen admissions to the water park
during the season. The
Wetlands is open seven days a week through August 10th and features eight slides,
spray features, a zero depth entry to the water feature, tipping bucket, a swimming pool with a
divided shallow end and more. Check out the Wetlands Water Park on their Facebook Page or visit <a href="http://www.wetlandswaterpark.com/">www.wetlandswaterpark.com</a>.

Wetlands Water Park  

The
public is invited to attend the Memorial Fields Dedication Ceremony in memory
of Stephen Richter at 5:15 p.m., Thursday June 5th at 501 South Main
in Ellinwood. In 2020 Richter became director of the Ellinwood
Recreation Commission where he served the community of Ellinwood for the
remainder of his life. Wear your Ellinwood Rec., Eagle Backerz or Fellowship Of Christian
Athletes shirt to honor Stephen’s life at the dedication.

The
public is invited to attend the Memorial Fields Dedication Ceremony in memory
of Stephen Richter at 5:15 p.m., Thursday June 5th at 501 South Main
in Ellinwood. In 2020 Richter became director of the Ellinwood
Recreation Commission where he served the community of Ellinwood for the
remainder of his life. Wear your Ellinwood Rec., Eagle Backerz or Fellowship Of Christian
Athletes shirt to honor Stephen’s life at the dedication.<figure>
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Memorial Fields Dedication Ceremony  June 5th

As we approach
the summer driving season, the Kansas Highway Patrol will be enforcing safety
belt and child passenger laws during the Click It Or Ticket Campaign, May 19th
through June 1st. Seat belts have been proven to be one of the best
ways to save your life in a crash, no matter what vehicle you drive.&nbsp; Last
year, it’s estimated that seat belts saved more than 15,000 lives
nationwide.&nbsp; So remember to drive safely and buckle up.

As we approach
the summer driving season, the Kansas Highway Patrol will be enforcing safety
belt and child passenger laws during the Click It Or Ticket Campaign, May 19th
through June 1st. Seat belts have been proven to be one of the best
ways to save your life in a crash, no matter what vehicle you drive.&nbsp; Last
year, it’s estimated that seat belts saved more than 15,000 lives
nationwide.&nbsp; So remember to drive safely and buckle up.

Click It Or Ticket   Now through June 1st

Cool
off this summer with a visit to the Great Bend Splash Pad at Veteran’s Memorial
Park.&nbsp; The Splash Pad is now open for the
season from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. seven days a week. The Splash Pad is
free so bring the kids, beat the heat, and enjoy some fun in the sun. 

Cool
off this summer with a visit to the Great Bend Splash Pad at Veteran’s Memorial
Park.&nbsp; The Splash Pad is now open for the
season from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. seven days a week. The Splash Pad is
free so bring the kids, beat the heat, and enjoy some fun in the sun.

Splash Pad Now Open

Travel back to the '90s during Chase Fest 2025, Saturday
June 14th in Chase, Kansas.&nbsp;
The day starts with breakfast at 7:30 a.m., followed by a parade at 10
a.m. Other events include kids games at noon, a corn hole tournament, cow patty
bingo and a benefit softball tournament with proceeds going to the Chase Fire
Department.&nbsp; It’s a day of fun for the
whole family during Chase Fest 2025. To find out more, call (785)
639-0527.&nbsp;

Travel back to the '90s during Chase Fest 2025, Saturday
June 14th in Chase, Kansas.&nbsp;
The day starts with breakfast at 7:30 a.m., followed by a parade at 10
a.m. Other events include kids games at noon, a corn hole tournament, cow patty
bingo and a benefit softball tournament with proceeds going to the Chase Fire
Department.&nbsp; It’s a day of fun for the
whole family during Chase Fest 2025. To find out more, call (785)
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Chase Fest 2025  June 14th

The Shafer Gallery at Barton
Community College is now observing summer hours. The Gallery is open six days a
week from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m., Monday through Thursday and from 10 a.m. until
5 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The gallery features the work of renowned western
artist Gus Shafer and others from Barton's growing permanent collection. Admission is
free.&nbsp; For
more information, call 620-792-9342 or send an email to: <a href="mailto:shafergallery@bartonccc.edu">shafergallery@bartonccc.edu</a>.

The Shafer Gallery at Barton
Community College is now observing summer hours. The Gallery is open six days a
week from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m., Monday through Thursday and from 10 a.m. until
5 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The gallery features the work of renowned western
artist Gus Shafer and others from Barton's growing permanent collection. Admission is
free.&nbsp; For
more information, call 620-792-9342 or send an email to: <a href="mailto:shafergallery@bartonccc.edu">shafergallery@bartonccc.edu</a>.<figure>
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Shafer Gallery Summer Hours 

You can give the gift of
life during the next American Red Cross blood drive from 12 noon until 6 p.m.,
Friday June 13th the Columbus Club, 1216 M Road in Larned. To save time, donors are encouraged to set an appointment
using the “RapidPass" system to complete the pre-screening process on-line.
Walk-ins will still be accepted and all blood types are needed, especially
Type-O. Visit&nbsp;redcrossblood.org/rapidpass to make an appointment.

You can give the gift of
life during the next American Red Cross blood drive from 12 noon until 6 p.m.,
Friday June 13th the Columbus Club, 1216 M Road in Larned. To save time, donors are encouraged to set an appointment
using the “RapidPass" system to complete the pre-screening process on-line.
Walk-ins will still be accepted and all blood types are needed, especially
Type-O. Visit&nbsp;redcrossblood.org/rapidpass to make an appointment.

Red Cross Blood Drive  June 13th 

You can give the gift of
life during the next American Red Cross blood drive from 12:30 p.m. until 6:30
p.m., Tuessday, June 3rd at the St. Joseph Parish Center, 110 West 2nd
in Ellinwood. To save time, donors
are encouraged to make an appointment using the “RapidPass" system to
complete the pre-screening process on-line. Walk-ins will still be accepted and
all blood types are needed, especially Type-O.&nbsp;
Visit&nbsp;redcrossblood.org/rapidpass to make an appointment.

You can give the gift of
life during the next American Red Cross blood drive from 12:30 p.m. until 6:30
p.m., Tuessday, June 3rd at the St. Joseph Parish Center, 110 West 2nd
in Ellinwood. To save time, donors
are encouraged to make an appointment using the “RapidPass" system to
complete the pre-screening process on-line. Walk-ins will still be accepted and
all blood types are needed, especially Type-O.&nbsp;
Visit&nbsp;redcrossblood.org/rapidpass to make an appointment.

Red Cross Blood Drive  June 3rd        

Stop by the Great Bend Public Library this week and pick up the free Summer
Events Catalog for a look at the many fun and educational activities scheduled
through July 18th.&nbsp; Activities include a visit by the Heartland
Farm alpacas, lawn games, creating a masterpiece in the mini art gallery and a
chance to win some great prizes.&nbsp; The Library has something for all
ages.&nbsp; Find out more on Facebook or at greatbendpl.info. The Great Bend
Public Library is at 1409 Williams.&nbsp;

Stop by the Great Bend Public Library this week and pick up the free Summer
Events Catalog for a look at the many fun and educational activities scheduled
through July 18th.&nbsp; Activities include a visit by the Heartland
Farm alpacas, lawn games, creating a masterpiece in the mini art gallery and a
chance to win some great prizes.&nbsp; The Library has something for all
ages.&nbsp; Find out more on Facebook or at greatbendpl.info. The Great Bend
Public Library is at 1409 Williams.&nbsp;<figure>
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GBPL Summer Events Catalog   

Enjoy free summer concerts at Jack Kilby Square in
downtown Great Bend with the Great Bend City Band.&nbsp; Concerts will be held at 8:15 p.m. each
Thursday night in June and July with the exception of July 15th, when the date
moves to Tuesday night.&nbsp; The final concert
is on Thursday, July 24th.&nbsp; Bring your
lawn chair and enjoy summer music at the band shell with the Great Bend City
Band.

Thursday, June 5&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 8:15
p.m. &nbsp;

Thursday, June 12&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 8:15
p.m. &nbsp;

Thursday, June 19&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 8:15
p.m. &nbsp;

Thursday, June 26&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 8:15
p.m. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Thursday, July 3&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 8:15
p.m. &nbsp;

Thursday, July 10&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 8:15
p.m. 

FRIDAY, July 11&nbsp; Big Band Concert&nbsp; &nbsp;8:15 p.m.

TUESDAY, July 15&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 8:15 p.m. &nbsp;

Thursday, July 24&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 8:15
p.m. &nbsp;

Enjoy free summer concerts at Jack Kilby Square in
downtown Great Bend with the Great Bend City Band.&nbsp; Concerts will be held at 8:15 p.m. each
Thursday night in June and July with the exception of July 15th, when the date
moves to Tuesday night.&nbsp; The final concert
is on Thursday, July 24th.&nbsp; Bring your
lawn chair and enjoy summer music at the band shell with the Great Bend City
Band.Thursday, June 5&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 8:15
p.m. &nbsp;Thursday, June 12&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 8:15
p.m. &nbsp;Thursday, June 19&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 8:15
p.m. &nbsp;Thursday, June 26&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 8:15
p.m. &nbsp;&nbsp;Thursday, July 3&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 8:15
p.m. &nbsp;Thursday, July 10&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 8:15
p.m. FRIDAY, July 11&nbsp; Big Band Concert&nbsp; &nbsp;8:15 p.m.TUESDAY, July 15&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 8:15 p.m. &nbsp;Thursday, July 24&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 8:15
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Great Bend City Band   June and July

Support the Great Bend Bat Cats Baseball Club during the
2025 Golf Fundraiser at the Claflin Golf Course, 1164 NE 150th
Avenue.&nbsp; The event begins with a shotgun
start at 10 a.m., Sunday June 8th.&nbsp;
Cost is $300 per foursome.&nbsp;
Register early for pin and raffle prizes, food and beverages. For more
information or to sing up, call or text Roger at (620) 282-8159 or send an
email to <a href="mailto:gb.batcats.ks@gmail.com">gb.batcats.ks@gmail.com</a>. Proceeds
will support the Bat Cats 2025 season.&nbsp; &nbsp;ALSO, the Great Bend Bat Cats summer baseball team is
seeking host families to welcome players into their homes this summer. If
you’re able to host a young man for two months, or know someone who can, please
call (620) 282-8159.

Support the Great Bend Bat Cats Baseball Club during the
2025 Golf Fundraiser at the Claflin Golf Course, 1164 NE 150th
Avenue.&nbsp; The event begins with a shotgun
start at 10 a.m., Sunday June 8th.&nbsp;
Cost is $300 per foursome.&nbsp;
Register early for pin and raffle prizes, food and beverages. For more
information or to sing up, call or text Roger at (620) 282-8159 or send an
email to <a href="mailto:gb.batcats.ks@gmail.com">gb.batcats.ks@gmail.com</a>. Proceeds
will support the Bat Cats 2025 season.&nbsp; &nbsp;ALSO, the Great Bend Bat Cats summer baseball team is
seeking host families to welcome players into their homes this summer. If
you’re able to host a young man for two months, or know someone who can, please
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Bat Cats Fundraiser  June 8th

You can help the
Kansas Oil &amp; Gas Museum continue to expand its exhibits and educational
displays by attending the 7th Annual Rig Brew fund raiser, from 5 until 9 p.m.,
Friday June 6th at the Museum just west of 10th and Patton Road, Great
Bend.&nbsp; For a $30 ticket, you can enjoy unlimited craft beer tasting, one BBQ
meal, museum tours and live music.&nbsp; Tickets will be available at the door.&nbsp; Find out more on Facebook at ksoilandgasmuseum.&nbsp;

You can help the
Kansas Oil &amp; Gas Museum continue to expand its exhibits and educational
displays by attending the 7th Annual Rig Brew fund raiser, from 5 until 9 p.m.,
Friday June 6th at the Museum just west of 10th and Patton Road, Great
Bend.&nbsp; For a $30 ticket, you can enjoy unlimited craft beer tasting, one BBQ
meal, museum tours and live music.&nbsp; Tickets will be available at the door.&nbsp; Find out more on Facebook at ksoilandgasmuseum.&nbsp;<figure>
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7th Annual Rig Brew Fund Raiser   June 6th 

Area children are invited
to visit the Independent Township Library in Claflin at 10 a.m. on Tuesdays in
June for the 2025 Summer Learning Program.&nbsp;
This year’s theme is “Color Our World," and each session will be held at the Claflin Community Center, 421 A Street
in Claflin.&nbsp; Pre-registration is not
required and everyone is welcome. To find out more about the Summer Learning
Program, call the Independent Township Library at <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=independent+township+library+in+claflin&amp;rlz=1C1GCEA_enUS939US939&amp;oq=&amp;aqs=chrome.0.69i59i450l2j46i3i143i362j0i3i66i143i362j46i3i143i362l2j0i3i66i143i362l2.404151610j0j7&amp;sourceid=chrome&amp;ie=UTF-8">(620) 587-3488</a>.

Area children are invited
to visit the Independent Township Library in Claflin at 10 a.m. on Tuesdays in
June for the 2025 Summer Learning Program.&nbsp;
This year’s theme is “Color Our World," and each session will be held at the Claflin Community Center, 421 A Street
in Claflin.&nbsp; Pre-registration is not
required and everyone is welcome. To find out more about the Summer Learning
Program, call the Independent Township Library at <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=independent+township+library+in+claflin&amp;rlz=1C1GCEA_enUS939US939&amp;oq=&amp;aqs=chrome.0.69i59i450l2j46i3i143i362j0i3i66i143i362j46i3i143i362l2j0i3i66i143i362l2.404151610j0j7&amp;sourceid=chrome&amp;ie=UTF-8">(620) 587-3488</a>.<figure>
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Summer Learning Program  Tuesdays In June

The Clara Barton Hospital
Foundation will sponsor its 32nd Annual Benefit Golf Tournament,
Dinner and Auction during Father’s Day weekend June 13th and 14th.&nbsp; This year’s theme is “Operation OR
Modernization,” and supports Clara Barton’s surgical
services. Proceeds will help upgrade critical sterilization equipment in order
to maintain the highest level of patient safety. The event will begin with a four-person scramble
golf tournament on Friday, June 13th at Lake Barton Golf Course.&nbsp; On-line bidding runs June 13th and
14th followed by the live auction and dinner on Saturday, June 14th.&nbsp; To find out more, call Michelle at
620-292-0814.&nbsp; 

The Clara Barton Hospital
Foundation will sponsor its 32nd Annual Benefit Golf Tournament,
Dinner and Auction during Father’s Day weekend June 13th and 14th.&nbsp; This year’s theme is “Operation OR
Modernization,” and supports Clara Barton’s surgical
services. Proceeds will help upgrade critical sterilization equipment in order
to maintain the highest level of patient safety. The event will begin with a four-person scramble
golf tournament on Friday, June 13th at Lake Barton Golf Course.&nbsp; On-line bidding runs June 13th and
14th followed by the live auction and dinner on Saturday, June 14th.&nbsp; To find out more, call Michelle at
620-292-0814.&nbsp; <figure>
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Clara Barton Foundation Auction  June 13th and 14th 

The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks is planning
several free fishing and free state park entrance days. The free fishing days
are Saturday June 7th and Sunday June 8th. On those days, anyone can fish without
a Kansas fishing license. Several Kansas State Parks will also offer free
entrance during the year including Wilson State Park on Sunday May 11th..For
more information about Kansas State Parks, fishing opportunities, and upcoming
events, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fksoutdoors.com%2F%3Futm_source=news%26utm_medium=press-release%26utm_campaign=freedays/1/010101967e456319-4a4e120b-4025-4daf-911d-48b0f1b79fc7-000000/89NCBORM67Z6RRFWDWx5029jkrEWqvDXwwtloZXOY-M=402">ksoutdoors.com</a>.&nbsp;

The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks is planning
several free fishing and free state park entrance days. The free fishing days
are Saturday June 7th and Sunday June 8th. On those days, anyone can fish without
a Kansas fishing license. Several Kansas State Parks will also offer free
entrance during the year including Wilson State Park on Sunday May 11th..For
more information about Kansas State Parks, fishing opportunities, and upcoming
events, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fksoutdoors.com%2F%3Futm_source=news%26utm_medium=press-release%26utm_campaign=freedays/1/010101967e456319-4a4e120b-4025-4daf-911d-48b0f1b79fc7-000000/89NCBORM67Z6RRFWDWx5029jkrEWqvDXwwtloZXOY-M=402">ksoutdoors.com</a>.&nbsp;