As we approach Labor Day Weekend, the Kansas Highway Patrol and other state
agencies are urging drivers to stay sober behind the wheel, not just because
it’s the law, but because it saves lives. Impaired
driving isn’t limited to alcohol either—it also applies to prescriptions and
other recreational drugs. The Kansas Highway
Patrol along with local law enforcement agencies will be on the lookout for those who are driving under the influence during the campaign which
runs through September 2nd. 

As we approach Labor Day Weekend, the Kansas Highway Patrol and other state
agencies are urging drivers to stay sober behind the wheel, not just because
it’s the law, but because it saves lives. Impaired
driving isn’t limited to alcohol either—it also applies to prescriptions and
other recreational drugs. The Kansas Highway
Patrol along with local law enforcement agencies will be on the lookout for those who are driving under the influence during the campaign which
runs through September 2nd.

Drive Sober Campaign   August 17th through September 2nd 

Looking for a new furry friend?&nbsp; Then stop by the Golden Belt Humane Society this
month during the “Clear The Shelter” event, a national pet adoption
campaign.&nbsp; From 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.,
Saturday, August 23rd, adoption fees will be waived with approved
applications.&nbsp; There are numerous puppies
and kittens looking for their forever home.&nbsp;
Cash donations are always welcome and memberships to the Humane Society
will also be available.&nbsp; Call the Humane
Society for more information.

Looking for a new furry friend?&nbsp; Then stop by the Golden Belt Humane Society this
month during the “Clear The Shelter” event, a national pet adoption
campaign.&nbsp; From 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.,
Saturday, August 23rd, adoption fees will be waived with approved
applications.&nbsp; There are numerous puppies
and kittens looking for their forever home.&nbsp;
Cash donations are always welcome and memberships to the Humane Society
will also be available.&nbsp; Call the Humane
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Clear The Shelters   Through August 30th 

Summer’s coming
to an end so before it does, bring your four-legged friends to The Wetlands Water Park in Great
Bend for Bark At The Waterpark from 10 a.m. until 12 noon on Saturday, August 16th.&nbsp; Cost is a $5 donation per dog with proceeds going to benefit the Great Bend Dog
Park. The Wetlands
Water Park is at 2303 North Main in Great Bend.

Summer’s coming
to an end so before it does, bring your four-legged friends to The Wetlands Water Park in Great
Bend for Bark At The Waterpark from 10 a.m. until 12 noon on Saturday, August 16th.&nbsp; Cost is a $5 donation per dog with proceeds going to benefit the Great Bend Dog
Park. The Wetlands
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Bark At The Waterpark  August 16th

The Fort Larned National Historic Site is looking for
volunteers to help with its Labor Day Weekend celebration, August 30th
through September 1st&nbsp; Even
if you don’t have any living history experience, the Fort will provide all the
training tools and equipment you’ll need. The Fort is looking for people of all
ages and skill levels, especially in Visitor Center operations. If you're interested in volunteering at
Fort Larned, contact the administrative office at 620-285-6911.&nbsp; The Fort Larned National Historic Site is six
miles west of Larned on Highway 156.

The Fort Larned National Historic Site is looking for
volunteers to help with its Labor Day Weekend celebration, August 30th
through September 1st&nbsp; Even
if you don’t have any living history experience, the Fort will provide all the
training tools and equipment you’ll need. The Fort is looking for people of all
ages and skill levels, especially in Visitor Center operations. If you're interested in volunteering at
Fort Larned, contact the administrative office at 620-285-6911.&nbsp; The Fort Larned National Historic Site is six
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Volunteers Needed At Fort Larned

The Bushton First United Methodist Church invites you to its annual old
fashioned ice cream social from 5 until 7 p.m., Sunday August 17th
at the church, 213 South Third Street in Bushton.&nbsp; Enjoy delicious homemade ice cream, pie and
cake.&nbsp; Free will donations will be
accepted at the door with proceeds going to support church missions and projects.

The Bushton First United Methodist Church invites you to its annual old
fashioned ice cream social from 5 until 7 p.m., Sunday August 17th
at the church, 213 South Third Street in Bushton.&nbsp; Enjoy delicious homemade ice cream, pie and
cake.&nbsp; Free will donations will be
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Bushton Ice Cream Social   August 17th 

The Central Kansas Community Choir is recruiting singers for the 2025&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; fall season. Starting on
August 25th rehearsals will be held on Monday evenings from 7 until
9 p.m. in the Morrison Chapel at Barton Community College. Choir membership is
open to all singers high school age and older. Participants must have a choral
singing background and be able to attend all rehearsals.&nbsp; The Central Kansas Choir is sponsored by
Barton Community College. If you’re interested in participating, contact Dr.
Eric Foley, Director of Choral Activities at Barton, <a href="tel:(620)%20792-9395">620-792-9395</a>.

The Central Kansas Community Choir is recruiting singers for the 2025&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; fall season. Starting on
August 25th rehearsals will be held on Monday evenings from 7 until
9 p.m. in the Morrison Chapel at Barton Community College. Choir membership is
open to all singers high school age and older. Participants must have a choral
singing background and be able to attend all rehearsals.&nbsp; The Central Kansas Choir is sponsored by
Barton Community College. If you’re interested in participating, contact Dr.
Eric Foley, Director of Choral Activities at Barton, <a href="tel:(620)%20792-9395">620-792-9395</a>.

Central Kansas Choir   August 25th 

You can give the gift of life during
the next American Red Cross blood drive from noon until 6 p.m., Thursday August
28th at the Claflin Community Center, 409 A-Street in Claflin. To
save time, donors are encouraged to set an appointment using “RapidPass"
to complete the pre-screening process online. Walk-ins will still be accepted
and all blood types are needed, especially Type-O.&nbsp; Visit redcrossblood.org/rapidpass
to make an appointment.

You can give the gift of life during
the next American Red Cross blood drive from noon until 6 p.m., Thursday August
28th at the Claflin Community Center, 409 A-Street in Claflin. To
save time, donors are encouraged to set an appointment using “RapidPass"
to complete the pre-screening process online. Walk-ins will still be accepted
and all blood types are needed, especially Type-O.&nbsp; Visit redcrossblood.org/rapidpass
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Red Cross Blood Drive  August 28th     

Reservations are now being accepted for
Heartland Farm’s annual Farm To Table Fundraising Dinner from 5 until 8 p.m. on
Saturday, September 6th.&nbsp; Enjoy a delicious multi-course meal, bid at the
silent auction, tour the grounds and learn more about Heartland’s mission. You
can register on-line at <a href="https://heartlandfarm-ks.org/farm-to-table-2025/">https://heartlandfarm-ks.org/farm-to-table-2025/</a>&nbsp; or at the Great Bend Chamber Of
Commerce.&nbsp; Cost is $65 per person, reservations are limited to 50 and ticket
sales will close on August 24th. Heartland Farm is 13 miles west of
Great Bend. Find them on Facebook or call (620) 923-4585.

Reservations are now being accepted for
Heartland Farm’s annual Farm To Table Fundraising Dinner from 5 until 8 p.m. on
Saturday, September 6th.&nbsp; Enjoy a delicious multi-course meal, bid at the
silent auction, tour the grounds and learn more about Heartland’s mission. You
can register on-line at <a href="https://heartlandfarm-ks.org/farm-to-table-2025/">https://heartlandfarm-ks.org/farm-to-table-2025/</a>&nbsp; or at the Great Bend Chamber Of
Commerce.&nbsp; Cost is $65 per person, reservations are limited to 50 and ticket
sales will close on August 24th. Heartland Farm is 13 miles west of
Great Bend. Find them on Facebook or call (620) 923-4585.<figure>
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Heartland Farm Dinner   Deadline August 24th 

Recovery Out Loud will be held September
5th and 6th during National Recovery Month at Jack Kilby Square and
Veterans Park in Great Bend.&nbsp; The 4th
annual event will begin at 6 p.m. on Friday September 5th. On
Saturday, a one-mile Color Fun Walk/Run starts at 8:30 a.m. at Veterans Park
followed by family-friendly activities, interactive games. snacks and an
opportunity to learn about local resources that support recovery and wellness.&nbsp; The two-day event is open to everyone. For
more information or to sign up, call (620) 639-0125.

Recovery Out Loud will be held September
5th and 6th during National Recovery Month at Jack Kilby Square and
Veterans Park in Great Bend.&nbsp; The 4th
annual event will begin at 6 p.m. on Friday September 5th. On
Saturday, a one-mile Color Fun Walk/Run starts at 8:30 a.m. at Veterans Park
followed by family-friendly activities, interactive games. snacks and an
opportunity to learn about local resources that support recovery and wellness.&nbsp; The two-day event is open to everyone. For
more information or to sign up, call (620) 639-0125.

Recovery Out Loud  September 5th and 6th 

You can give the gift of
life during the next American Red Cross blood drive from 12 noon until 6 p.m.,
Friday August 15th 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 August 15th 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  August 15th 

Early bird tickets are now
on sale through August 13th for the 20th Annual Charity
Gala, hosted by Sunflower Diversified Services. The event gets underway at 5:30
p.m. on Saturday September 13th at the Great Bend Events Center on
10th and is a fun evening of dinner, drinks and entertainment along
with a live and silent auction.&nbsp; All
proceeds will go to support local people with intellectual and developmental
disabilities served by Sunflower Diversified Services. Get tickets on-line
at:&nbsp; sunflowerdiv.com/events 

Early bird tickets are now
on sale through August 13th for the 20th Annual Charity
Gala, hosted by Sunflower Diversified Services. The event gets underway at 5:30
p.m. on Saturday September 13th at the Great Bend Events Center on
10th and is a fun evening of dinner, drinks and entertainment along
with a live and silent auction.&nbsp; All
proceeds will go to support local people with intellectual and developmental
disabilities served by Sunflower Diversified Services. Get tickets on-line
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Sunflower Charity Gala   Early Bird Tickets Available Through August 13th 

Preschoolers ages 3 to 5 and their grownups are invited
to visit the Kansas Wetlands Education Center at 10 a.m. on Friday, August 22nd
for the next nature-based Turtle Tots program entitled “Wings Of Wonder –
Dragonflies.”&nbsp; Children will be treated
to a story, craft, science experiment and outdoor exploration time. The event
is free, but pre-registration is required prior to August 20th.&nbsp; Call 877-243-9268 or email amkern2@fhsu.edu.
The Kansas Wetlands Education Center is on Highway 156 between Great Bend and
Claflin.&nbsp;

Preschoolers ages 3 to 5 and their grownups are invited
to visit the Kansas Wetlands Education Center at 10 a.m. on Friday, August 22nd
for the next nature-based Turtle Tots program entitled “Wings Of Wonder –
Dragonflies.”&nbsp; Children will be treated
to a story, craft, science experiment and outdoor exploration time. The event
is free, but pre-registration is required prior to August 20th.&nbsp; Call 877-243-9268 or email amkern2@fhsu.edu.
The Kansas Wetlands Education Center is on Highway 156 between Great Bend and
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KWEC Program on Dragonflies  August 22nd  

The Barton County Historical Society
Museum and Village will host its 12th Annual Rolling Sculpture Car
Show from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m., Saturday August 16th, at the museum
on South Highway 281.&nbsp; The car show will
feature a variety of styles and makes of vehicles showcasing how design trends
have evolved over time.&nbsp; Admission to the
show is free here and there is no registration fee for vehicles. &nbsp;The Golden Belt Model Railroad Association will
offer slot car racing inside the depot, and as a bonus, at
11 a.m. and again until 1 p.m., members of the Hays Community Theater will
perform a reenactment of the Santa Fe Depot robbery. To find out more, call the
Historical Society at 620-<a href="tel:793-5125">793-5125</a>.

The Barton County Historical Society
Museum and Village will host its 12th Annual Rolling Sculpture Car
Show from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m., Saturday August 16th, at the museum
on South Highway 281.&nbsp; The car show will
feature a variety of styles and makes of vehicles showcasing how design trends
have evolved over time.&nbsp; Admission to the
show is free here and there is no registration fee for vehicles. &nbsp;The Golden Belt Model Railroad Association will
offer slot car racing inside the depot, and as a bonus, at
11 a.m. and again until 1 p.m., members of the Hays Community Theater will
perform a reenactment of the Santa Fe Depot robbery. To find out more, call the
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Rolling Sculpture Car Show   August 16th 

The Kansas Wetlands
Education Center invites you to its annual Perseid Meteor Shower Watch Party from
8:30 until 10:30 p.m. on Tuesday August 12th at the Center on Highway 156 between Great Bend and Claflin.&nbsp;Each
year, as the Earth passes through the dust and debris of the Swift-Tuttle
comet, the Wetlands Center celebrates the end of summer by hosting this free,
family-friendly event.&nbsp; This watch party
will occur regardless of weather conditions. Guests can also participate in
several space-themed indoor learning activities. Bring lawn chairs or blankets
for comfortable sky-watching on the Wetlands Center lawn. To find out more,
call 1-877-243-9268.

The Kansas Wetlands
Education Center invites you to its annual Perseid Meteor Shower Watch Party from
8:30 until 10:30 p.m. on Tuesday August 12th at the Center on Highway 156 between Great Bend and Claflin.&nbsp;Each
year, as the Earth passes through the dust and debris of the Swift-Tuttle
comet, the Wetlands Center celebrates the end of summer by hosting this free,
family-friendly event.&nbsp; This watch party
will occur regardless of weather conditions. Guests can also participate in
several space-themed indoor learning activities. Bring lawn chairs or blankets
for comfortable sky-watching on the Wetlands Center lawn. To find out more,
call 1-877-243-9268.<figure>
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Meteor Shower Watch Party   August 12th

Area children are invited to
participate in the annual Bike Rodeo, sponsored by The Hoisington Police
Department, Clara Barton Medical Center, Hoisington Kiwanis Club and The Great
Bend Pilot Club from 9 until 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 16th at Clara
Barton Hospital in Hoisington. Participants will learn basic bike safety and
traffic signals in addition to riding a bike obstacle course.&nbsp; Everyone gets a free helmet and two lucky
kids will even win a free bike.&nbsp; Children
under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.&nbsp;
On-site car seat safety checks will also be provided. To find out more,
call the Hoisington Police Department at 620-653-4995.

Area children are invited to
participate in the annual Bike Rodeo, sponsored by The Hoisington Police
Department, Clara Barton Medical Center, Hoisington Kiwanis Club and The Great
Bend Pilot Club from 9 until 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 16th at Clara
Barton Hospital in Hoisington. Participants will learn basic bike safety and
traffic signals in addition to riding a bike obstacle course.&nbsp; Everyone gets a free helmet and two lucky
kids will even win a free bike.&nbsp; Children
under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.&nbsp;
On-site car seat safety checks will also be provided. To find out more,
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Bike Safety Rodeo   August 16th

Cross Winds of
Kansas Biker’s Church will sponsor its seventh annual Blessed Bike Rally on
Saturday, August 16th, at Jack Kilby Square in downtown Great Bend.
This family-friendly gathering offers events for kids and adults. Lakin Avenue
on the south side of the square will be closed to cars for games and to display
dozens of motorcycles. Enjoy live music,
food, bike games, kid’s bounce houses, scavenger hunt, splash pad and sidewalk
chalk art and a church service at 10 a.m. Sunday
morning.&nbsp; The event is free and is
designed to give bikers and non-bikers a positive Christian experience. 

Cross Winds of
Kansas Biker’s Church will sponsor its seventh annual Blessed Bike Rally on
Saturday, August 16th, at Jack Kilby Square in downtown Great Bend.
This family-friendly gathering offers events for kids and adults. Lakin Avenue
on the south side of the square will be closed to cars for games and to display
dozens of motorcycles. Enjoy live music,
food, bike games, kid’s bounce houses, scavenger hunt, splash pad and sidewalk
chalk art and a church service at 10 a.m. Sunday
morning.&nbsp; The event is free and is
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Blessed Bike Rally   August 16th 

If you’ve got a classic
car, truck or motorcycle and you’d like to show it off for a good cause, then
enter the 4th Annual Kans For Kids Car Show presented by Club One
Fitness, from 5 until 8 p.m., Friday, August 29th at Jack Kilby
Square in Downtown Great Bend.&nbsp; All makes
and models are welcome. Entry fee is $25 with awards given for Best In Show,
Top 10 and People’s Choice. Admission is free to the public. All proceeds will
go to the Kans For Kids Fighting Cancer Foundation.&nbsp; For more information, call Chris at
620-792-1366.

If you’ve got a classic
car, truck or motorcycle and you’d like to show it off for a good cause, then
enter the 4th Annual Kans For Kids Car Show presented by Club One
Fitness, from 5 until 8 p.m., Friday, August 29th at Jack Kilby
Square in Downtown Great Bend.&nbsp; All makes
and models are welcome. Entry fee is $25 with awards given for Best In Show,
Top 10 and People’s Choice. Admission is free to the public. All proceeds will
go to the Kans For Kids Fighting Cancer Foundation.&nbsp; For more information, call Chris at
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Kans For Kids Car Show  August 29th 

Join your family, friends and co-workers at 5 p.m., Friday August 29th for Fridays on Forest in Downtown Great Bend.&nbsp; In its fifth year, the Great Bend
Entertainment District comes alive with music, food, drinks and games
in a family atmosphere on the final Friday of each month through October.&nbsp; GB Alive/Fridays On Forest is sponsored by Great Bend Economic Development.&nbsp; To find out more, visit their web site at
gbedinc.com/downtownevents.

Join your family, friends and co-workers at 5 p.m., Friday August 29th for Fridays on Forest in Downtown Great Bend.&nbsp; In its fifth year, the Great Bend
Entertainment District comes alive with music, food, drinks and games
in a family atmosphere on the final Friday of each month through October.&nbsp; GB Alive/Fridays On Forest is sponsored by Great Bend Economic Development.&nbsp; To find out more, visit their web site at
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Fridays On Forest / GB Alive  August 29th

The Bushton Farmer’s Market is back again this year from 6 until 7:30
p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month through August.&nbsp; Stop by 500 South Main at the north parking
lot in front of the library for a great selection of homegrown fruits and vegetables, honey, and handmade crafts from
local growers and artists.&nbsp; If you’d like to
become a vendor, send a text message to Becky at (620) 282-1778.

The Bushton Farmer’s Market is back again this year from 6 until 7:30
p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month through August.&nbsp; Stop by 500 South Main at the north parking
lot in front of the library for a great selection of homegrown fruits and vegetables, honey, and handmade crafts from
local growers and artists.&nbsp; If you’d like to
become a vendor, send a text message to Becky at (620) 282-1778.<figure>
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Bushton Farmer’s Market

Visit the Shafer
Art Gallery at Barton Community College from 5 until 7 p.m. Friday January 13th
for the opening of the "Collector’s Edition Exhibit,” which
celebrates the
fascinating and eclectic world of local collectors.&nbsp; Pieces range from fine art and vintage
postcards to hand-stitched quilts, taxidermy animals, dolls, and other items
highlighting the personal passions that drive collecting. &nbsp;The Gallery’s summer hours are Monday through
Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Admission is always free.&nbsp;For more information, email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:shafergallery@bartonccc.edu">shafergallery@bartonccc.edu</a>&nbsp;or call (620)
792-9342.

Visit the Shafer
Art Gallery at Barton Community College from 5 until 7 p.m. Friday January 13th
for the opening of the "Collector’s Edition Exhibit,” which
celebrates the
fascinating and eclectic world of local collectors.&nbsp; Pieces range from fine art and vintage
postcards to hand-stitched quilts, taxidermy animals, dolls, and other items
highlighting the personal passions that drive collecting. &nbsp;The Gallery’s summer hours are Monday through
Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Admission is always free.&nbsp;For more information, email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:shafergallery@bartonccc.edu">shafergallery@bartonccc.edu</a>&nbsp;or call (620)
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Shafer Summer Exhibit   Through August 30th    

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;
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Summer Street Stroll Farmer’s Market 

The United Way of Central Kansas is again offering a free program that allows those
in need to wash up to five loads of clothes and bedding per family at no
cost.&nbsp; The next date is Saturday, August 16th.&nbsp; Those
interested can visit Discount Laundry at 924 Jefferson in Great Bend from 10
a.m. until 2 p.m. on the third Saturday of each month. &nbsp;To find out more,
contact the United Way of Central Kansas at 620-792-2403.&nbsp;

The United Way of Central Kansas is again offering a free program that allows those
in need to wash up to five loads of clothes and bedding per family at no
cost.&nbsp; The next date is Saturday, August 16th.&nbsp; Those
interested can visit Discount Laundry at 924 Jefferson in Great Bend from 10
a.m. until 2 p.m. on the third Saturday of each month. &nbsp;To find out more,
contact the United Way of Central Kansas at 620-792-2403.&nbsp; <figure>
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