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Calendar of Events: July 2010

July 2010

Ongoing

activities

 Farmers Market- Open 7a.m. to 12 p.m. on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at the Great Bend Public Library.

Ongoing

activities

Kansas Wetlands Education Center- 592 NE K-156 Highway. Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.: closed Monday. Toll free# 877-243-9268 for more information.
1 Three Penny Acre (Folk quartet from Arkansas) The Back Room-Barton Arts Center, 2006 Forest, 7:30 p.m., Don Shorock, 620-792-3097
1 "Scaly, Squirmy Snakes"-Kansas Wetlands Education Center Summer Programs, Misunderstood by fascinating, snakes are one of nature's wonders. Meet the snakes of Cheyenne Bottoms, with live representatives, and make and take your very own snake critter, Free for ages Four through Sixth Grade, Children Seven and under must be accompanied by an adult, Pre-registration required, Register by June 25, Call (620) 786-7456 or (877) 243-9268 to Register. Maximum Capacity for this class is 20.
1-31 Shafer Gallery, 40 Years, 40 Artists, Permanent collection of Barton County College, 245 NE 30th Rd, Megan Benitz, 620-792-9342
7-11 Barton County Fair, Expo Complex
8 "Insect Expedition"-Kansas Wetlands Education Center Summer Programs, Creepy, crawly insects are everywhere. We'll search for insects in the air, water, and ground and find the amazing diversity among these small but mighty creatures. Kids will make a cage for an insect specimen. Free for ages Four through Sixth Grade, Children Seven and under must be accompanied by an adult, Pre-registration required, Register by July 2, Call (620) 786-7456 or (877) 243-9268 to Register. Maximum Capacity for this class is 20.
15 "Extraordinary Eggs"-Kansas Wetlands Education Center Summer Programs, Discover the variety and wonder of eggs. From butterfly to ostrich eggs, all serve the same purpose - to protect the developing organism. Participants will decorate the egg. Free for ages Four through Sixth Grade, Children Seven and under must be accompanied by an adult, Pre-registration required, Register by July 9, Call (620) 786-7456 or (877) 243-9268 to Register. Maximum Capacity for this class is 20.
16 SRCA Dragstrip Races, Test & Tune for Sammy Mathews Play Day, Great Bend Expo Complex, Hank Denning, 909-229-7185 or 620-792-8205
17 SRCA Dragstrip Races, Sammy Mathews Play Day Drag Race, Great Bend Expo Complex, Hank Denning, 909-226-7185 or 620-792-8205
22 "Animal Mimics "-Kansas Wetlands Education Center Summer Programs, Deception is teh tactic many animals use to avoid danger. Discover how animals and plants confuse their enemies, from look alikes to camouflage. Free for ages Four through Sixth Grade, Children Seven and under must be accompanied by an adult, Pre-registration required, Register by July 16, Call (620) 786-7456 or (877) 243-9268 to Register. Maximum Capacity for this class is 20.
26 Elisha Beck "A History of South Hoisington" , 7:30 p.m., Barton County Historical Society, Elisha completed a summer internship at Barton County Historical Society in 2006 while obtaining her Master's Degree from FHSU. Research on South Hoisington was one project to help fulfill her time with the Historical Society. Her interesting research is now part of the Historical Society's research library at the museum. Elisha was the curator at the Ellis County Historical Society in Hays for three years, but is now residing in McPherson. Since South Hoisington is no longer in Barton County, her presentation will be an opportunity to learn its history. If you are able to provide any other pieces of information, please attend the meeting. The Barton County Historical Society is south of the Arkansas River bridge on Highway 281. The program is free and everyone is cordially invited to attend.
29 "Go Fishing "-Kansas Wetlands Education Center Summer Programs, "One Fish, two fish, red fish, blue fish" begins the familiar Dr. Seuss book that speaks to the immerse variety of fish. The most numerous of vertebrates, kids will investigate the different fish found in Cheyenne Bottoms and design a fish of their own. Free for ages Four through Sixth Grade, Children Seven and under must be accompanied by an adult, Pre-registration required, Register by July 23, Call (620) 786-7456 or (877) 243-9268 to Register. Maximum Capacity for this class is 20.
29 Insight School of Kansas, 6-7:30 p.m., The Page Bistro, 2920 10th Street, Insight School of Kansas, part of the nation's largest network of online high schools, will be hosting information sessions for Kansas residents in Great Bend on July 29. For a complete listing of sessions, visit http://ks.insightschools.net/. Staff will be on hand to discuss curriculum options, demonstrate how online courses work and answer any questions. For more information, visit http://ks.insightschools.net/
30 SRCA Dragstrip Races, Test & Tune Gamblers Race, Great Bend Expo Complex, Hank Denning, 909-226-7185 or 620-792-8205
31 SRCA Dragstrip Races, Drag Race Points #5, Great Bend Expo Complex, Hank Denning, 909-226-7185 or 620-792-8205
31 Cheyenne Bottoms Butterfly Quest, 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Kansas Wetlands Education Center, Led by Pam Martin, Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks Environmental Educator, Participants will review butterfly species likely to be found in the area, then leave to stalk the elusive creatures for an official count. Maps and data sheets will be provided. Maximum limit of 30 people. Pre-registration deadline is July 28. Call Kansas Wetlands Education Center at 1-877-243-9268 to reserve a spot or for more information.