If you have an event that is open to the public, let us know at least one week in advance. **Paid promotions** are also available. Contact Dee Duryee at the Great Bend Tribune, 2012 Forest Ave., Great Bend, KS 67530; call 620-792-1211 or email dduryee@gbtribune.com.
TUESDAY, July 15
Last day to register to vote.
Summer Library Program - Color Our World
9 a.m.-Noon, Sculpture. Ida Long Goodman Memorial Library, St. John. Kindergarten - 12th grade.
Red Cross Battle of the Badges - Donate Blood
8 a.m. - 1 p.m., St. Rose Auditorium, 1412 Baker Ave. Donate blood and don’t forget to vote for your favorite: Law Enforcement vs. Fire/EMS.
Tech Tuesday - GBPL
11 a.m - 2 p.m., Great Bend Public Library, Main Floor. Learn how to use your computer, E-mail, and social media. We can even help you get access to our free E-books!
Great Bend City Band Concert
8:15-9 p.m., Clayton L. Moses Memorial Band Shell in Jack Kilby Square, weather permitting.
Central Kansas CASA Family Swim Night
6:30-8:30 p.m., Wetlands Waterpark, with snacks and drinks included. All are welcome courtesy of a Dorothy Morrison Foundation Grant.
WEDNESDAY, July 16
Inside Out - Larned State Theater Summer Matinee - Free Admission
1 p.m., Larned State Theater, The Larned State Theater is having summer movies again! Hosted by local businesses and individuals, the movie includes free small popcorn and small pop.
Pawnee County Board of Commissioners Townhall Meeting
7 p.m., JA Haas Building, 400 E 18th St. The Pawnee County Board of Commissioners invites and encourages the public to attend a Town Hall Meeting to discuss the 1% Sales Tax in Pawnee County. Please feel free to attend and join the discussion to explore options associated with the sales tax and health care associated services in Pawnee County.
THURSDAY, July 17
“Heartfelt Traditions – Hometown Pride” Display
8 a.m.-7 p.m., Ellinwood School/Community Library. Come explore a special exhibit that celebrates Ellinwood’s rich traditions and community spirit.
Larned Chamber Coffee
9:30 a.m., Central Kansas Respiratory, 902 Broadway, Larned.
Great Bend Summer Street Stroll Farmers Market
4-7 p.m. in Jack Kilby Square.
Genealogy Thursday
11 a.m. - Noon, Great Bend Public Library, Main Floor. A librarian will be available to help answer genealogy questions. We will do our best to help you get past that roadblock and gain a better understanding of your family tree.
Teen Manga & Anime Club
5:30-7:45 p.m., Great Bend Public Library, Teen Spot. Teens Grades 6-12 Monthly on the 3rd Thursday from 5:30 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. New and seasoned Japanese visual culture fans are invited to join our club! Each month we’ll try out a new series.
FRIDAY, July 18
“Heartfelt Traditions – Hometown Pride” Display
8 a.m.-7 p.m., Ellinwood School/Community Library. Come explore a special exhibit that celebrates Ellinwood’s rich traditions and community spirit.
Family Fun Bingo
6:30 p.m.-8 p.m., Held at the Ellinwood High School Commons Area (enter through the library door). Enjoy an evening of Bingo fun with family and friends — lots of prizes to win!
SATURDAY, July 19
Farmers Market
7 a.m. to noon in the Great Bend Public Library parking lot, 1409 Williams St.
“Heartfelt Traditions – Hometown Pride” Display
11 a.m.-3 p.m., Ellinwood School/Community Library. Come explore a special exhibit that celebrates Ellinwood’s rich traditions and community spirit.
Ellinwood High School Tours – Led by Larry Drees
Walk-in tour available at 2:30 p.m.
MONDAY, July 21
Great Bend City Council Meeting
6:30 - 7:30 p.m., City Hall, 1209 Williams.
THURSDAY, July 24
Great Bend Summer Street Stroll Farmers Market
4-7 p.m. in Jack Kilby Square.
United Way of Central Kansas “Stuff the Bus”
4-6 p.m., Dollar General and Dillion’s in Larned! Donate school supplies to support local students in need. Let’s fill the bus and make a difference in our community! Mark your calendars and see you there!”
Great Bend City Band Concert
8:15-9 p.m., Clayton L. Moses Memorial Band Shell in Jack Kilby Square, weather permitting.
Larned Area Chamber Legislative Coffee
9:30 a.m., JA Haas Building, 400 E. 18th St. Hosted by Pawnee County Fair.
Adventist School Rummage Sale
Noon - 6 p.m., Seventh-day Adventist School, one mile west of 10th and Patton Rd. west of 10th and Patton Road in Great Bend. For additional information call 620-791-7314.
Great Bend Chamber Coffee: Barton Community Foundation
9 a.m., Best Western Courtyard, 2920 10th St. Program begins at 9:30.
FRIDAY, July 25
Military and First Responders Night Out
6-8 p.m. at 916 Williams St. This is a free evening of child care for children 6-12 years old, for all military and first responders. Snacks and games/activities provided. Preregistration is required; just shoot an email to Dropping22ks@gmail.com or call 620-786-0687.
Quilts of Valor
6:45 p.m., American Legion, 1011 Kansas Ave. Veterans will be honored with handmade Quilts of Valor in a special presentation recognizing their service and sacrifice.
Final Fridays on Forest
5-10 p.m., Great Bend Alive Plaza (the 2000 block of Forest Avenue, west of the courthouse). The street closes to vehicular traffic at 1 p.m. Free family-friendly outdoor entertainment downtown. Food and alcohol vendors. No smoking; no pets.
SATURDAY, July 26
Farmers Market
7 a.m. to noon in the Great Bend Public Library parking lot, 1409 Williams St.
FUEL Adult Swim Night
7-9 p.m., Club West Swimming Pool, 5201 Timber Creek Road. Join FUEL (formerly Barton County Young Professionals) for a summer evening of connection, laughter and aquatic fun.
MONDAY, July 28
Ellinwood TEFAP Commodities
4:45 p.m., Ellinwood Community Church, 701 N Fritz Ave. For Ellinwood area residents. Stay inside your vehicle, lined up by the west covered entry. Must meet eligibility requirements.
Ellinwood Food Bank
3-4:45 pm. Ellinwood Community Church.
TUESDAY, July 29
Larned Area Chamber After Hours
5:30-6:30 p.m. Hosted by Caring Hands Daycare, 302 Hillcrest Drive, Larned.
WEDNESDAY, July 30
Inside Out 2 - Larned State Theater Summer Matinee - Free Admission
1 p.m., Larned State Theater, The Larned State Theater is having summer movies again! Hosted by local businesses and individuals, the movie includes free small popcorn and small pop.
Larned Laundry Love
3-5 p.m., Santa Fe Laundry Co., 1309 Broadway. Wash up to five loads of laundry for free.
THURSDAY, July 31
Great Bend Summer Street Stroll Farmers Market
4-7 p.m. in Jack Kilby Square.
Great Bend Chamber Coffee: Great Bend Zoological Society
9 a.m., Brit Spaugh Zoo, 2123 Main. Program begins at 9:30.
Larned Area Chamber Coffee & Ribbon Cutting
9:30 a.m., Beauty Bar Aesthetics, 518 Broadway, Larned.
SATURDAY, August 2
Farmers Market
7 a.m. to noon in the Great Bend Public Library parking lot, 1409 Williams St.
Grand Opening Catholic Charities Golden Harvest Thrift Store
9 a.m. - 4 p.m., 2410 Main St.
MONDAY, August 4
Great Bend City Council Meeting
6:30 - 7:30 p.m., City Hall, 1209 Williams.
THURSDAY, August 7
Great Bend Summer Street Stroll Farmers Market
4-7 p.m. in Jack Kilby Square.
SATURDAY, August 9
**Second Saturday Sale **
10 a.m.-3 p.m., Forest Avenue Antiques, 2025 Forest Ave. Storewide sales!
Farmers Market
7 a.m. to noon in the Great Bend Public Library parking lot, 1409 Williams St.
The last Splash of Summer
6:30-8:30 p.m., city of Hoisington Pool. An evening of free family fun, hosted by the Hoisington Kiwanis Club. Come enjoy free food, drinks, prizes, a DJ, swimming and fun for the whole family.
THURSDAY, August 14
Great Bend Summer Street Stroll Farmers Market
4-7 p.m. in Jack Kilby Square.
SATURDAY, August 16
Farmers Market
7 a.m. to noon in the Great Bend Public Library parking lot, 1409 Williams St.
7th Annual Blessed Bike Rally
All day in Jack Kilby Square. Church service Sunday morning. Sponsored by Cross Winds of Kansas Bikers Church and Erin Danebohm.
MONDAY, August 18
Great Bend City Council Meeting
6:30 - 7:30 p.m., City Hall, 1209 Williams.
THURSDAY, August 21
Great Bend Summer Street Stroll Farmers Market
4-7 p.m. in Jack Kilby Square.
FRIDAY, August 22
Military and First Responders Night Out
6-8 p.m. at 916 Williams St. This is a free evening of child care for children 6-12 years old, for all military and first responders. Snacks and games/activities provided. Preregistration is required; just shoot an email to Dropping22ks@gmail.com or call 620-786-0687.
FRIDAY, September 26
Military and First Responders Night Out
6-8 p.m. at 916 Williams St. This is a free evening of child care for children 6-12 years old, for all military and first responders. Snacks and games/activities provided. Preregistration is required; just shoot an email to Dropping22ks@gmail.com or call 620-786-0687.
THURSDAY, Oct. 2
Noon Lions Club Spaghetti Feed
4-7p.m., Knights of Columbus, 723 Main St.
FRIDAY, Oct. 24
Military and First Responders Night Out
6-8 p.m. at 916 Williams St. This is a free evening of child care for children 6-12 years old, for all military and first responders. Snacks and games/activities provided. Preregistration is required; just shoot an email to Dropping22ks@gmail.com or call 620-786-0687.
