What's going on this week?
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:
- 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 7/29-Sunday 7/31 (Wichita) $$ Alternative and Holistic Fair at Holiday Inn East https://www.facebook.com/events/630553601509082
- Saturday 7/30 (Winfield) 7:30-11:00am - Walnut Valley Farmer's Market https://www.facebook.com/WalnutValleyFarmersMarket
- Saturday 7/30 (Dexter) 8-10am - Dexter Farmer's Market https://www.facebook.com/DCIFound/photos/a.917190801819203/1970122776525995/
- Tuesday 8/2 (various locations around the county) Vote. To get more information, confirm your polling place, view the 3 ballots available (Democrat, Republican, Amendment only) visit Cowley County Clerk/Elections online at https://www.cowleycountyks.gov/votingandelections
Our Area:
- Thursday 7/28-Saturday 7/30 (Ponca City) Crazy Days (Street Party and more) https://www.downtownponcacity.com/crazy-days-street-party.html#!event-register/2022/7/28/lemonade-stand
- Friday 7/29-Sunday 7/31 (Wichita) $$ Alternative and Holistic Fair at Holiday Inn East https://www.facebook.com/events/630553601509082
- Saturday 7/30-Sunday 7/31 (Wichita) $$ Bridal Expo at Century II https://www.facebook.com/events/310885230984342
Road Trip:
- This week is the country fair, so take a road trip to Winfield Fairgrounds. Enjoy.
Mark Your Calendar:
- Friday 8/19-Saturday 8/20 (Winfield) $$ - 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/
- Saturday 9/10 9am to noon (Arkansas City) Fishing Derby at Veteran's Lake https://www.facebook.com/160045887371653/photos/a.202285829814325/5419962554713267/ Register by Sept 1 for event shirt.
- Friday 10/7-Sunday 10/9 (Rose Hill) - Rose Hill Fall Festival https://www.facebook.com/RoseHillFallFestival/
Featured Road Trip:
- Cowley County Fair is in town, so let's make this weekend about the fair. Take a road trip to pick up a friend or family member and head to the fair. Enjoy.
Challenge:
- Visit the Cowley County Fair. Take a selfie enjoying your favorite part of the fair.
