What's going on this week?
This week is a little slower than last week. It might be a good week to make an event out of a common activity.
- Wellness - hair cut/facial/manicure/pedicure/massage/teeth cleaning/new glasses/etc
- Outdoor - fishing/swimming/hiking/bicycling/basketball/soccer
- Indoor - pool/bowling/karaoke/movies/shopping
- Friend and Family Time - board games, cook-outs, popcorn and television night, etc
As an event connoisseur, remember to =>
- Check Facebook Events,
- Search Google for "Events near me"
- Check feeds/calendars managed by your group(s) and
- Join in-person/social media groups to "be in the know".
Otherwise, here's what I could find:
Local:
- Friday 7/15 7-8:30pm (Arkansas City) - Ice Cream Social (selling homemade ice cream, playing music, etc) https://www.facebook.com/events/745551053329463
- Saturday 7/16 7:30-11am (Winfield) - Walnut Valley Farmer's Market (Pet Show Day) https://www.facebook.com/VISITArkCity/photos/1189714608469321 or https://www.facebook.com/WalnutValleyFarmersMarket
- Saturday 7/16 7-10pm (Winfield) $$ (21+) - Uncork the Music Series presents Jamie Lin Wilson https://www.wheatstatewineco.com/upcoming-events
- Tuesday 7/19 4-6:30pm (Arkansas City) - Ark City Farm and Art Market (Pet Show Day) https://www.facebook.com/VISITArkCity/photos/1189714608469321 or https://www.facebook.com/ArkansasCityFarmAndArtMarket
- Wednesday 7/20 2pm (Arkansas City) - Christmas Promotions Presentation with a speaker who will discuss the Ponca Santa Buck program and related suggestions for Cowley businesses https://www.facebook.com/events/425990806062885
Our Area:
- Saturday 7/16 7am-5pm (Wichita) - Grand Opening at Sunflower Café & Collective https://www.facebook.com/sunflourks
- Saturday 7/16 9am-3pm (Hutchinson) - Evolution Car Show and Swap Meet https://www.facebook.com/events/656143648919926
Road Trip:
- Grab a bite to eat. Visit Capone's Hoagies in Newkirk, OK. https://www.facebook.com/caponeshoagies.square.site Then stop by the antique mall and other small businesses in town. Don't forget to stop by the library to enjoy the facility and see if they have a book sale in progress.
Mark Your Calendar:
- Sunday 7/24 D.A.R.E. Camp Registration Due (Arkansas City) FREE - Event dates August 8th-12th. (Scroll down to find the registration form.) https://www.arkcitypolice.org/police/page/dare-camp-2022...
- Thursday 7/28-Monday 8/1 (Winfield) - COWLEY COUNTY FAIR at Winfield Fairgrounds (Check for competition-specific and vendor-specific deadlines - they start soon! If you'll be entering competitions for the first time this year, feel free to ask for a mentor/someone who has been through it and knows tips/tricks for making submissions/pick-ups easier. Ex. Read the Fairbook Guidelines. There is important information there.) https://www.cowleycountyfair.com/
- Friday 8/19-Saturday 8/20 (Winfield) $$ - 41st Annual K&O Steam and Gas Engine Show and Craft Show (See a wide range of vintage farm tractors and equipment. Enjoy the crafts, cars and vendors. Every year approximately 1500 people attend the event. Don't miss it.) Currently the event is seeking vendors for this year's event. Contact them if you're interested. https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10216885027276488
- Friday 8/19 - Sunday 8/21 (Mulvane) - Mulvane's Old Settlers Day [Quilt info has already been posted] https://www.facebook.com/Mulvaneoldsettlers/
- Saturday 8/27 (Yoder) - Heritage Days in Yoder, KS - Be safe as you drive among the carriages. Grab some legendary giant cinnamon rolls and participate in the day's events. https://www.travelks.com/event/yoder-heritage-day/25485/, https://www.facebook.com/Yoder-Heritage-Day-419223358819148 (for the schedule), https://www.yoderkansas.com/ (to learn more about the Yoder community, in general). Follow MC Pedal Power on Facebook for information about similar upcoming events. https://www.facebook.com/MC-Pedal-Power-1573045336323199
- Friday 9/8 - Sunday 9/18 (Hutchinson) - KANSAS STATE FAIR at the state fairgrounds (Check for competition-specific and vendor-specific deadlines. Go see competitors and unique vendors from across the state. Go cheer on the locals. Let's show them what Cowley County has to offered!) https://www.kansasstatefair.com/
- Friday 10/7-Sunday 10/9 (Rose Hill) - Rose Hill Fall Festival https://www.facebook.com/RoseHillFallFestival/
Featured Road Trip:
- Oklahoma City - https://www.visitokc.com/things-to-do/
- Craig's Curious Emporium - https://www.facebook.com/craigsemporium/
- Penn Square Mall - https://www.simon.com/mall/penn-square-mall (Or one of the other malls in town.)
- OKC Outlets - https://www.okcoutlets.com/directory/ (First day of school outfit might be waiting for you here.)
- Red Earth - https://www.redearth.org/ (Check hours before you go.)
- The Paseo Arts District - https://www.thepaseo.org/visit
- The 45th Infantry Division Museum - http://store.45thdivisionmuseum.com/
Challenge: #PromoteLocal - Get your steps in. Do the #PromoteLocal challenge. Visit a local business (ideally one you've never been in before). Ask if you can take a #PromoteLocal selfie. If yes, share your #PromoteLocal to social media with your positive thoughts about your experience.
