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Date Change: The Young Fables Live • Thursday, Oct. 8

Bourbon County Arts Council

Bourbon County Arts Council
Presents a concert featuring

The Young Fables

Thursday, October 8th

Please note: The date for this event has changed. Please update your calendar accordingly.

5:00 pm
Doors Open

5:30–7:30 pm
Hearty Appetizer Buffet

8:00 pm
Performance

Crooner’s | Liberty Theatre
113 S. Main, Fort Scott, KS

Reservations Required

Tickets
$50 – BCAC Member
$60 – Non-Member

Contact
Terri Floyd – 620-224-7221
Steve Floyd – 620-224-7702

Visit Bourbon County Arts Council’s Facebook Page

Visit The Young Fables’ Facebook Page

The Young Fables

BCCT Auditions: Voices from the Grave, Sept. 20–21

Bourbon County Community Theatre (BCCT) is holding auditions for the 3rd Annual Voices from the Grave, an original production based on stories from Bourbon County’s history.

Auditions are 6–8 p.m. on Sept. 20 or 21 at the Ellis Fine Arts Center at Fort Scott Community College. Those who audition must be age 14 or over and only need to attend one evening of auditions. Rehearsal times will be scheduled in small groups with the Director, Christina King.

Voices from the Grave takes place from 7–9 p.m. on Oct. 24 at the Walking Trail at Fort Scott Community College. Guests will enjoy a guided walking tour of short acting vignettes centering around ghostly incidents in Fort Scott. Scenes were written by the Advanced Drama class at Fort Scott High School and BCCT members.

Tickets are $10 for adults and $7 for students and are available from bcct.ludus.com. Tour times must be pre-scheduled and run every 20 minutes. Parents must accompany children under the age of 14.

More information can be found on the Bourbon County Community Theatre Facebook page or by contacting King at 913-827-6401.

P.E.O. Trivia Night Fundraiser — Sept. 19 at Liberty Theater

 

Gather Your Team for Trivia Night!

Join us for a fun night of trivia while supporting a great cause!

P.E.O. Chapter CA of Fort Scott is teaming up with What the Trivia? for a community Trivia Night benefiting educational and scholarship opportunities for women locally and around the world.

Saturday, September 19, 2026

Liberty Theater | 113 S. Main, Fort Scott

Doors & Taco Bar Open at 5:00 p.m.
Trivia begins at 6:00 p.m.
$40 per person — dinner included!

No pre-registration needed! Gather your friends and put together a team of six, then simply show up ready to play. Coming solo or don’t have a full team? That’s okay—we’ll help you find a team!

Along with a great night of trivia, there will be raffle items, a 50/50 raffle, a cash bar, and a cash prize for the first-place team.

Best of all, your night out helps P.E.O. continue its mission of creating educational opportunities for women through scholarships, grants, awards, loans, and support of Cottey College.

Grab your smartest friends—or at least your most fun ones—and join us for a great evening for an even better cause!

Click HERE for the
PEO Sisterhood Fort Scott Chapter
Trivia Night Fundraiser

Facebook Event Page!

Old Settlers Picnic 2026

Old Settlers Picnic’s annual culmination is the Labor Day parade.

This year, the theme was Family, Friends, and Community, with Becky Shinn as the grand marshal, leading the parade.

Grand Marshal Becky Shinn (in wide brimmed hat) had a float of family and friends in the parade. Here they wait for the parade to begin at the Uniontown Fire Department building.

 

Following are glimpses of the day in Uniontown.

The annual Dale Jackson Memorial Car Show was held at the West Bourbon Elementary School parking lot, starting at 9 a.m.  , with awards announced at 1 p.m.

Vendors and the USD 235 Preschool Open House were also happening at the car show.

In the downtown area, vendors were busy with onlookers.

Vendors line the square in Uniontown.
Old Setters Picnic planning committee members Mary Pillion and Rhonda Dewitt give instructions from the gazebo on the square in Uniontown.

The children’s parade started at 10:30 a.m., followed by the parade at 11 a.m.

Children wait in the shade of the fire station for the children’s parade to begin.
Bicyclists are the front line of the children’s parade.
Bourbon County Sheriff’s Officers lead the way in the parade.
Scouts from Iola were the color guard.
Grand Marshal Becky Shinn points to a crowd member from her float of family and friends.

 

Following the parade were a picnic, recognition of old settlers, kids races, street games and the drawings for prizes.

Other highlights of the weekend were a fishing derby, rodeos, a 5k run/walk, bingo and family fun night in the park.

The weekend events were planned by Mary Pillion, Rhonda Dewitt and Mike Ramsey.

 

 

What’s Happening in Fort Scott – Aug. 29–30 Weekend

What’s Happening in Fort Scott – August 28th Weekend Edition

Historic Trolley Tours

Ride Dolly the Trolley and explore Fort Scott’s history with a narrated tour.
Fridays & Saturdays – Now Boarding!

Dolly the Trolley – Historic Narrated Trolley Tours


SAVE THE DATE!
Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce Chamber Coffees – Every Thursday at 8am


Upcoming Calendar of Events

Fort Scott National Historic Site – Visit your National Park!
Visitor Center and historic buildings are open Friday through Tuesday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. The grounds continue to be open daily from ½ hour before sunrise until ½ hour after sunset.
Visit the website

Classes at The Artificers – classes for ALL ages!
See all fun classes at The Artificers

BINGO hosted by the American Legion Post 25 every 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month unless it falls on a holiday. Doors open at 6pm and Bingo starts at 7pm at Memorial Hall. (Taking the month of August off for BINGO & will start again in September.)

KANSASWORKS in Fort Scott
Every Tuesday 9am–4pm
Office located at the Healthy Bourbon County Action Team, 104 N. National Ave.
620-231-4250

FS Public Library
Wednesday Writers every Wed. @ 1:30–3pm
201 S. National Ave.

$3 Tuesdays at Fort Cinema!
Follow their Facebook Page for updates!

Kansas Small Business Development Center at the Chamber, 231 E. Wall St.
Every 2nd Thursday of the month, 9am–3pm

Want more details or updates on Community, Chamber, and Member events? You can find full dates, times, locations, and links on our community calendar on the Chamber’s website at:
fortscott.com/events/calendar/


Recurring Events

Farmers Market
Saturday Markets (May–October): 8am–12pm
Tuesday Markets (June–August): 4–6pm


What’s Happening Fort Scott: Weekend Edition

Saturday, August 29 – Sunday, August 30, 2026

Saturday, August 29

Galloping Through History: Fort Scott Welcomes Army Horsemen
9 AM – 2 PM, Fort Scott National Historic Site
The Commanding General’s Mounted Color Guard from Fort Riley quarters horses in the Dragoon Stables as in the 1840s–50s, with cavalry horsemanship displays and wagon/mule team rides. Free, all ages.

Junk Journal Meet Up: Journals & Scrapbooking
10 AM, Buck Run Community Center
Come create, connect, and get inspired! Scrapbooking welcome. Bring your supplies, your ideas, and your love for junk journaling. Sponsored by Journal Junkies. RSVP: jk.Journaljunkies@gmail.com

Coed Softball Tournament: Charity Fundraiser for Care to Share
8:00 AM start, Ellis Fields, Fort Scott
Coed 6/4, double elimination, hosted by Addi & Frank Miller. Come cheer on the teams as they raise funds for Care to Share Cancer Support Group. Info: Addi Miller (620-224-8567) or Frank Miller (620-719-7019).

Community Food Truck Festival
10 AM – 3 PM, KC Mart 2 – Sunoco, 946 Highway 69
Smokey D’s BBQ, Ghetto Tacos, Lil Ruthie’s Desserts, Sweet Roots (dirty sodas/lemonade), plus local vendors with homemade goods.

Italian Pop-Up Weekend @ Brickstreet BBQ (Day 2)
Pallucca’s Italian Meat Market pops up alongside Brickstreet’s regular menu: Chicken Alfredo, Lasagna, Sausage Rigatoni, Spaghetti & Meatballs, appetizers, and a kids’ menu.

Italian Pop-Up Weekend at Brickstreet BBQ

4th Annual Sons of American Legion Post 25 Car Show
2–5 PM Car Show | 6 PM Live Music, Gathering Square Pavilion
Food trucks and karaoke follow the show.

Left of Center presents “Rockstar Karaoke”
Saturday evening, part of the Car Show’s evening lineup at Gathering Square Pavilion. “We are YOUR backup band!” Come sing with them.

Sons of American Legion Car Show

❤️ HOPE GROWS HERE: Agri-Med Crisis Foundation 3rd Annual Fundraiser
Memorial Hall, 1 East Third Street

  • 6:00 PM: Social hour & raffle tables open
  • 7:00 PM: Buffet-style meal ($20/person)
  • 8:00 PM: Meet Agri-Med recipients & live auction
  • All evening: raffle & prize drawings, boot shine station (cash only), Sharky’s cash bar
  • Wear red, white, or blue for free Agri-Med swag while supplies last
  • Free admission, all ages welcome

*Also Saturday: Fort Scott Farmers Market · Trolley Tour of Historic Fort Scott

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Sunday, August 30

First United Methodist Church: Worship Service & Fellowship Picnic in the Park
10:30 AM, Shelter House #5, Gunn Park
Morning worship led by Pastor Christopher Eshelman, followed by a carry-in picnic. Bring a casserole, salad, side, or dessert to share. Drinks and table service provided, or bring your own picnic gear/lawn chair.

Italian Pop-Up Weekend @ Brickstreet BBQ (Day 3, final day)
Pallucca’s Italian Meat Market at Brickstreet BBQ & Grill – final day of the three-day Italian pop-up.

Registration open now for September Classes at The Artificers: Supplemental Art Kids Classes, 2026–27
Fridays, 12:00–2:00 PM or 3:30–5:30 PM | The Artificers Teaching Studio, 8 N National Ave, Fort Scott
For grades 1–12, 4 sessions/12 classes total (Drawing starts Sept. 11). $40/class or $480/student (discount for additional student in same household, $420). 15 seats per class, register now. Info: 913-574-7741.


See more events & details: https://fortscott.com/events

Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce
231 E. Wall St., Fort Scott, KS 66701
620-223-3566
fortscott.com

The Young Fables Live at Crooner’s – Oct. 10

Bourbon County Arts Council

Bourbon County Arts Council presents a concert featuring

The Young Fables

Saturday, October 10th

The Young Fables – Bourbon County Arts Council concert poster

5:00 pm — Doors Open
5:30–7:30 pm — Hearty Appetizer Buffet
8:00 pm — Performance

Crooner’s | Liberty Theatre
113 S. Main, Fort Scott, KS

Reservations Required

Tickets
$50 — BCAC Member
$60 — Non-Member

Contact:
Terri Floyd — 620-224-7221
Steve Floyd — 620-224-7702

Visit Bourbon County Arts Council’s Facebook Page

Visit The Young Fables’ Facebook Page

What’s Happening in Fort Scott — Aug. 21 Weekend

What’s Happening in Fort Scott — August 21st Weekend Edition!

Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce

What's Happening in Fort Scott

Historic Trolley Tours

Ride Dolly the Trolley and explore Fort Scott’s history with a narrated tour.
Fridays & Saturdays – Now Boarding!


SAVE THE DATE!

Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce Chamber Coffees
Every Thursday at 8am


Upcoming Calendar of Events

Fort Scott National Historic Site

Visit your National Park! Visitor Center and historic buildings are open Friday through Tuesday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. The grounds continue to be open daily from ½ hour before sunrise until ½ hour after sunset.
Click HERE to visit the website.

The Artificers

Click here to see all the FUN classes at The Artificers, classes for ALL ages!

BINGO – American Legion Post 25

BINGO hosted by the American Legion Post 25 every 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month unless it falls on a holiday. Doors open at 6pm and Bingo starts at 7pm at Memorial Hall. (Taking the month of August off for BINGO & will start again in September)

KANSASWORKS in Fort Scott

Every Tuesday 9am–4pm
Office located at the Healthy Bourbon County Action Team, 104 N. National Ave.
620-231-4250

FS Public Library

Wednesday Writers every Wed. @ 1:30–3pm
201 S. National Ave.

$3 Tuesdays at Fort Cinema!

Follow their Facebook Page HERE for updates!

Kansas Small Business Development Center

At the Chamber, 231 E. Wall St.
Every 2nd Thursday of the month, 9am–3pm

Want more details or updates on Community, Chamber, and Member events? You can find full dates, times, locations, and links on our community calendar on the Chamber’s website at:
ὄ9 fortscott.com/events/calendar/


Recurring Events

Farmers Market

Saturday Markets (May–October): 8am–12pm
Tuesday Markets (June–August): 4–6pm


This Weekend in Fort Scott — August 22–23

Saturday, August 22

Bolt Bevs + Bites Grand Opening
Saturday, August 22
1808 S. National Ave., Fort Scott
Four medium drinks for $16 with the Fill-A-Tray special
Enter to win a Bolt-branded HydroJug with 50% off drink refills for one year! There are TWO giveaway cups available!

✈️ Breakfast Fly-In
⏰ 7:30 to 11 a.m.

Fort Scott Municipal Airport, 1869 Indian Road
Donation-based breakfast

Fort Scott Farmers Market
⏰ 8 a.m. to noon
Gathering Square Pavilion

Sunflower Trail Ride
Kansas Rocks Recreation Park
Event fees apply

Historic Fort Scott Trolley Tours
⏰ 10 a.m., 11 a.m., noon, 1 p.m. and 2 p.m.
Departs from the Chamber, 231 E. Wall St.
Adults $6, children 12 and under $4

FSCC Women’s Basketball Camp
Saturday, August 22
Buck Run Community Center
$30 per participant
⏰ Grades 2 through 5: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
⏰ Grades 6 through 8: 12:30 to 2 p.m.
Register at rec.recdesk.com

Summer Jam 2026
⏰ 3:30 to 10 p.m.
Gathering Square Pavilion
Free admission
Tribute bands, food vendors and craft vendors
Bring a lawn chair!

FSHS Tiger Football Red and White Scrimmage
⏰ 7 p.m.
Frary Field
Free admission
Free-will donations will be accepted to support the FSHS general athletic fund. Fort Scott High School


✅ See more events & details: https://fortscott.com/events


Shopping – Support Local!

Boutiques – Antiques – Flea Markets & more!
Click here for Chamber member specialty shopping & other retail in Downtown & other areas of the community.


Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce
231 E. Wall St., Fort Scott, KS 66701
620-223-3566
fortscott.com

121st Annual Old Settlers Picnic — Sept. 4–7, Uniontown

121st Annual Old Settlers Picnic — Uniontown, Kansas

Labor Day Weekend • September 4–7, 2026 @ Uniontown, Kansas
Theme: Family · Friends · Community
Grand Marshal: Becky Shinn

Friday, September 4th

5:00 PM — Community Tailgate Party @ the Uniontown Park
Join us at the park to prepare for the UHS Eagles first football game @ JHL. Grab some food before you go or stay and watch the game in the park with us. Concessions available by Los Tres Pollitos Mexican Food Truck & Lemonade Lagoon. Bring your own lawn chair. NO GLASS BOTTLES PLEASE.

Saturday, September 5th

9:30 AM — Kids Fishing Derby
Register at 9:00 AM @ UHS Pond. For ages 16 and under. Free to register. Prizes awarded. Sponsored by the KDWP. Text Marty Dewitt @ 620-224-7438 for more info. Class of 2027 will be selling sno cones.

7:00 PM — Co-Ed Ranch Rodeo @ the Saddle Club Arena
Co-ed requirements are 2 men and 2 women or youth per team. Rodeo begins with mutton bustin’. Contact JD Collins @ 620-224-7007 to enter.

Sunday, September 6th

Sunday activities will be in the Uniontown Square.

7:30 AM — 5K Run / Walk
Register at 7:00 AM @ UHS Football Stadium. Course will go around the school and through Uniontown. Cost is FREE for participants dressed to fit the theme; $5/person if you don’t dress to fit the theme. Sponsored by Uniontown Cross Country program. For questions, contact Sabrina @ 620-224-8068.

10:00 AM — Coffee, Milk & Donuts

10:30 AM — Community Church Service
Bring Lawn Chairs.

2:00 PM — Bingo in the Park
Sponsored by Betsie Binford & the Old Settlers Committee.

4:00 PM — Family Fun Night & Pickleball Tournament
Watermelon eating, bubble gum blowing, marshmallow eating, and frozen t-shirt contests. Pickleball Tournament sign up in the park. Bring your paddles if you have them. Contact Rhonda @ 620-215-1939 for more info.

5:00 PM — 57th Annual Old Settlers Youth Rodeo @ the Saddle Club Arena
Theme: Patriotic Cowboys & Cowgirls. Registration from 4:00–5:30 PM. Event starts with mutton bustin’. Call JD Collins @ 620-224-7007 for more info.

Monday, September 7th

All Day — Food & Craft Vendors @ the Uniontown Square
Vendor check in starts at 7:00 AM. Contact Rhonda Dewitt @ 620-215-1939.

9:30 AM — Baby Contest @ the Park Gazebo
Registration begins at 9:00 AM. Prizes for age groups 0–24 months: 1st = Silver Baby Ring.

10:30 AM — Children’s Parade
Line up starts at 10:15 AM at the fire station. Cash prizes awarded for: Best Decorated Bike, Best Decorated Battery Powered Ride, Best Pet, and Best Theme. Sponsored by Eagles Nest Daycare.

11:00 AM — National Anthem
Performed by UHS Music Department.

11:00 AM — Old Settlers Day Parade
Line up starts at 9:30 AM at the UHS parking lot. Categories: Church, School & Themed. Cash prizes for each category: 1st = $100, 2nd = $75, 3rd = $50. Contact Mike Ramsey @ 913-593-5470 for more info.

Noon — Picnic in the Park

12:30 PM — Recognition of Old Settlers

1:00 PM — Kids Races

2:00 PM — Adult Street Games
Fat Man’s Race and other games.

2:30 PM — Free Bike DrawingMust be present to win.

3:00 PM — Final Drawings, Cash Prizes, and ClosingDo not need to be present to win.

Contact Us

Mary Pillion
Email: marypillion@hotmail.com
Call: 785-591-0450

Rhonda Dewitt
Email: rdewitt@usd235.org
Call: 620-215-1939

Mike Ramsey
Email: mike.madala.ramsey@gmail.com
Call: 913-593-5470

For event updates, pictures/videos, winners & more, follow Old Settlers Picnic in Uniontown KS on Facebook.

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Community Invited to America 250 Bingo Night July 23

America 250 Bingo flyer

Get ready for an evening of bingo, prizes, music, and patriotic fun! The American Legion and Molly Foster Berry Chapter, DAR invite the community to America 250 Bingo!

  •  Date: July 23rd
  • ⏰ Time: 7 PM
  •  Location: Memorial Hall
  • Music Bingo begins at 6 PM
  • Regular Bingo begins at 7 PM
  • $2 per game
  • Prizes and plenty of fun

Guests are also encouraged to dress up for the Patriotic Costume Contest!

  • ⭐ Best Patriotic Costume — Show off your American spirit in red, white, and blue!
  • ⭐ Best Period Costume — Dress in Colonial, Revolutionary War, or other historical American attire!

Gather your family and friends, wear your most patriotic outfit, and join the celebration!

Visit the Molly Foster Berry DAR Facebook Page for more information.

Visit the Fort Scott American Legion Post 25 Facebook Page for more information.

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