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Fort Scott, Gordon Parks Museum

Live Jazz Performance On March 21 At Ellis Center

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Sending on behalf of Chamber Member Gordon Parks Museum…

Live Jazz Performance!

Join the Gordon Parks Museum for a night of character and story of Gordon Parks expressed through LIVE Jazz Performance!

The Honorary Gordon Parks Quintet Featuring:

Nate McClendon – Saxophone

Paul Hunt – Trombone

Desmond Mason – Piano

Nsiko Dieu-aime – Bass

Robert Rodriguez – Drums

Free and Open to the Public

Thursday, March 21st, 2024

Danny & Willa Ellis Family Fine Arts Center

7:30pm

For more information contact the Gordon Parks Museum at 620.223.2700 ext. 5857
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Veteran Support Training April12

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Sending on behalf of Chamber Member Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center …

Community Green Zone Advocacy Training

Community Green Zone Advocacy Training will empower Bourbon and surrounding counties to support veterans as they transition from military to civilian life. This event will teach individuals about military familiarization, communication and military terminology, questions not to ask, teach employers how to utilize veteran skill-sets, and much more!

Come and connect with speakers from Department of Veterans Affairs, Four County MHC/Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center, Team Rubicon, 1011th Quartermaster Co. US Army Reserve, Southeast KANSASWORKS, Wounded Warrior Project, American Red Cross, and MORE!

To register for this event, scan the QR code on the flyer or visit https://events.eventzilla.net/e/bourbon-countyfort-scott-community-green-zone-2138608108 OR contact Angie Smith at SEKMHC at 620.212.4404 – email [email protected]
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New Service Offered at Bartelsmeyer Jewelry: Laser Engraving

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Wyatt and Krysta Hulbert in their store. Submitted photo.

Bartelsmeyer Jewelry,  22 North Main in historic, downtown Fort Scott recently purchased a new laser tool for the store.

Wyatt and Krysta Hulbert are the owners of the store since July 2023, when they purchased it from John and Cindy Bartelsmeyer.

The  xTool P2, 55 Watt, CO2 laser engraver can cut through wood, multi-colored acrylics, leather and more, Krysta said.

Submitted photo.

“We can also engrave pictures and designs on a diverse variety of materials such as paper, fabric, leather, acrylics, glass, slate coasters, phone cases, and wooden cutting boards,” she said. “With the addition of a special metal marking spray, we can create permanent etchings on the surface of several different types of metal as well.”

Submitted photo.

They purchased the new laser engraver in December of 2023 and spent a few months getting accustomed to the uses and creating displays to showcase what can be done.

Submitted photo. Earrings made with the new laser.

“So far, I have used our laser engraver to cut out and engrave acrylic and leather earrings, engrave a coated metal tumbler, engrave a wine glass, create a wooden photograph on basswood, and engrave a personalized wooden cutting board,” she said. “We have also engraved a stainless steel dog tag, and the back of a watch case using Cermark laser marking spray. As we continue working with this new equipment, I am sure we will find many more applications and uses.”

Submitted photo. A computer case engraved by Krysta Hulbert.

“The minimum charge to have an item that is laser engraved will be around $25, however, each project is different and will be quoted on a per-item basis,” she said.

Submitted photo.

About the store
The Hulberts provide other services/products to the community.

Jewelry repair, ring sizing, watch battery replacements and watch repair, stylus and laser engraving, buying and selling of gold and silver jewelry and coins, and custom jewelry design.

“We offer many products such as silver fashion jewelry, estate jewelry, diamond engagement rings, and many colored stone rings, necklaces, and bracelets,” she said. “We can special order a variety of gift items such as pen sets, jewelry chests, baby silverware, frames and piggy banks, and other specialty giftware items.”

“We have an amazing team working with us at Bartelsmeyer Jewelry,” she said. “You are sure to be met with a familiar, smiling face when you walk in our door!”

The team members include the  Hulberts, John Bartelsmeyer, Julie Kibble, Kerragan Davis, Sammie Ragan, Yvonne Holloway, and Anna Laubenstein.

Hours of operation are Tuesdays-Fridays from 10:00 am to 5:30 pm and on Saturdays from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm.

The store phone number: 620-223-2070
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.bartelsmeyerjewelry.com

Church news, Fort Scott, Schools

St. Mary’s Catholic School Dinner and Auction is April 13

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Sending on behalf of Chamber Member Saint Mary’s Catholic School…

Dinner + Auction

You’re invited to Saint Mary’s Dinner + Auction at Liberty Theatre!

Featuring: Premium Full Course Meal catered by Crooner’s + Open Bar

Auction:

Live and Silent Unique and exclusive items, packages +collectibles

Details: 13th of April 2024 | 5pm

The Liberty Theatre

Cocktail Attire

Tickets on sale March 18th

More information to come via Facebook @ Saint Mary’s Catholic Dinner and Auction

All proceeds to benefit St. Mary’s Catholic School
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Are You A Friend of The Fort?

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Sending on behalf of Chamber Member Friends of the Fort Scott National Historic Site…

Membership Drive

The Friends of the Fort Scott National Historic Site, Inc. is a group dedicated to supporting the local unit of the National Park Service through fund-raising, volunteerism, education, and advocacy.

Are you a friend of our Fort?

In 2023, the Friends of the Fort provided educational, volunteer, and financial support for the “Wahzhazhe: an Osage Ballet” including guest speakers, book discussions, and free theatre tickets for the opening night of “Killers of the Flower Moon.” Also, the sold-out December Fort Candlelight Tour, and the Naturalization event in the fall are just a few of the ways that your membership dues helps advocate for the Fort!

Click here for a printable application!
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Entertainment, Food, Fort Scott, Youth

Easter Egg Hunters Are Invited To Gunn Park This Saturday

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Egg hunters begin their search at the Fort Scott Kiwanis Easter Egg Hunt, on April 1, 2023. Submitted photo.

The Fort Scott Kiwanis Easter Egg Hunt is this Saturday, March 23 at 11 a.m. sharp at Gunn Park Shelter #2. The event is for children preschool through fifth grade, with participants bringing their own Easter baskets to gather the goodies in.

The Kiwanis-sponsored event is always the Saturday before the Easter weekend.

“We recommend people get there at 10:30 a.m.,” Kiwanis President John Crain said. There is always a crowd and it may take a while to get to the child’s age-designated area.

“It’s over at 11:07,” said event coordinator Bob Eckles with a chuckle.

The Easter bunny in the 2009 egg hunt.

The Easter Bunny will be there, so parents can get a snapshot of their children with him.

“Kiwanis packs the goodies on Thursday at 6 p.m. before the event,” Eckles said. “We get help from the Key Club at the high school.”

They usually spend several hundred dollars on candy, but this year “Candy is more expensive, especially chocolate,” Eckles said.

In some of the eggs are coupons from local businesses: Hedgehog Book Store, Dairy Queen Restaurant, McDonalds Restaurant, NuGrille and Flowers By Leanna.

Cash donations for the event are from: R and R Equipment; Diehl, Fletcher and Banwart CPA;Don’s Spirits and Wines; Merle Humphrey Insurance and Photography; Iron Star Antiques; Big Sugar Lumber; Bids and Dibs Consignment and Walmart.

 

Entertainment, Fort Scott

Harley Race World League Wrestling returns to Memorial Hall in Fort Scott on April 13

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Sending on behalf of Chamber Member Advance Bourbon County…

WLW Returns!

Harley Race World League Wrestling returns to Memorial Hall in Fort Scott on April 13th, 2024. Live wrestling offers a unique experience compared to what you see on TV. Among all our events, this one has been a favorite among both kids and adults alike. These wrestlers are not just athletes; they’re entertainers, and seeing the joy on the faces of the audience, especially the kids, is truly something special.

We’re seeking $200 sponsorships from businesses to ensure that this event is free for everyone. In return for their support, we’ll provide tickets for businesses to distribute to their employees and their families or to members of the local community. We’re grateful for the support we’ve received so far, and we’re still looking for 10-13 more businesses to help us make this event accessible to all. Thank you to everyone who has reached out for sponsorships.

If you or your business would like to donate reach out to Josh Jones via email [email protected], call or text 620.215.3680, or stop by Bourbon County Cars located at 1810 S. Main.
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Live Jazz Performance at Gordon Parks Museum on March 21

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Sending on behalf of Chamber Member Gordon Parks Museum…

Live Jazz Performance!

Join the Gordon Parks Museum for a night of character and story of Gordon Parks expressed through LIVE Jazz Performance!

The Honorary Gordon Parks Quintet Featuring:

Nate McClendon – Saxophone

Paul Hunt – Trombone

Desmond Mason – Piano

Nsiko Dieu-aime – Bass

Robert Rodriguez – Drums

Free and Open to the Public

Thursday, March 21st, 2024

Danny & Willa Ellis Family Fine Arts Center

7:30pm

For more information contact the Gordon Parks Museum at 620.223.2700 ext. 5857
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The Beauty Lounge Girls Birthday Bash is March 23

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Sending on behalf of Chamber Member The Beauty Lounge Girls…

Birthday Bash FUN!

Join us and all of our amazing vendors/small businesses while we celebrate our two year anniversary and our esthetician/owner, Tuker, turning 25!

*Express Dermaplane or Hydra Facial

*IV Infusion Bar

*Blow Outs

*Hair Tinsels

*Huge Basket Giveaways

*Discount Galore

*Permanent Jewelry

*Designer Boutique

*Cocktails

*Good Company

*and SO MUCH MORE!

Saturday March 23rd, 2024

2 S. Main Street

10am-2pm
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Art, Business, Fort Scott

The Artificers April Calendar

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The Artificers In April!

Check out the calendar below for all events happening this month!

Art Opening and Reception!

April 5th, 2024 @ 6pm, Artist Talk @ 7pm

Mary Martin

Mary is best known for her mixed media collages with organic deckled edges that incorporate painted tissue papers, sheet music and hand written scriptures. Her work is influence by her love of nature and nearly 40 years of being a church choir singer and cantor, which has imprinted the words of the Psalms on her heart and mind. The words of scripture and sacred music are so deeply rooted in her being that they naturally express themselves in her art. Working with themes of peace and joy expressed through scenes in nature, Martin begins each work of art by choosing a scripture that matches the theme of the collage. She incorporates the scripture into the artwork by writing it on the base layer of paper, and by mixing scripture blessed water into her paints. She layers sheet music with lyrics about peace or joy under painted tissue papers, creating tranquil landscapes, seascapes and floral images. Her intent is to create a space with the art where viewers can experience a moment of peace and joy within themselves.
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Marys Master Artist Classes!

The Joy of Gel Printing with Botanicals

Gel Printing is a printmaking process that uses a gel plate to transfer paint or ink to

paper instead of a printing press. Learn how to create stunningly beautiful botanical prints using a gel. Master Artist Mary Martin will guide students through this amazing and playful process!!

Adult age 14+ • April 6th •10am-12pm &1-3pm
Find Out More Here!

April Classes

Come into the studio from 12pm-4pm April 27th, and Glaze all of your pre-made pieces!
Click Here to Join in the Fun!

Don’t Forget us For your Parties!
Call Here to Set Up a Time!
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Whats Happening In Fort Scott

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What’s Happening in Fort Scott! March 15th Weekly Newsletter

UPCOMING CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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Fort Scott National Historic Site

Daily Guided Tours: 10am & 1pm

Currently closed Wednesdays & Thursdays

until further notice.

Visit your National Park!

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

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.

Radio Auction EVERY Thursday and Friday starting at 3pm, MUST have a bid number/contact 620.223.4500 or stop by the station at 2 N. National to grab one, you can bid on the radio or online at kombfm.com, click here for more information!

2024 Lenten Fish Fry hosted by Knights of Columbus at Kennedy Gym, each Friday from February 16 – March 22nd from 5-7pm, everyone welcome-freewill offering, they do ask for a $8.00 minimum for a to-go order!

Deadline to submit Award Nominations for Chamber Annual Dinner is April 5th at 8:30am. Click here for a printable form along with all the details!

3/15 ~ Baked Potato Bar and Pie Sponsored by United Women in Faith at First United Methodist Church in the Fellowship Hall, 301 S. National, free will donation, see flyer below for more information!

3/16 ~ Easter Paws – Pictures with the Easter Bunny at Liberty Theatre, 10am, proceeds go to SEK Animal Advocates, click here for more information!

3/16 ~ She Shed Hunt at Timber Hills Lake Ranch, this is with the wander woman group but others are welcome and they offer other shed hunts as well, click here for more information!

3/16 ~ FSHS Baseball Pre-Season Jamboree at LaRoche Field, 11am, click here for a complete schedule of games.

3/16 ~ Paint & Pizza at Papa Don’s, “Flowers in her Hare”, 11am, click here for info.

3/16 ~ Midsummer Night’s Dream – Adult Prom Fundraiser hosted by Bourbon County Community Theatre, Legacy Building (the lower level of the old hospital – 401 Woodland Hills Blvd), promenade begins at 7:45pm and the dance runs from 8-11pm, food/drinks/and a whole lot of fun, click here for tickets and more information!

3/17 ~ St. Patty’s Day Bar Crawl Block Party, games/drink specials/traveling trophy/prizes/food/FUN, registration proceeds go to the Sharing Bucket – Care to Share, 21 and up with teams of 4, click here for more information!

3/19 ~ Presidential Preference Primary at Bourbon County Courthouse, click here for more info!

3/21 ~ Chamber Coffee hosted by First Presbyterian Church, 308 S. Crawford, 8am

3/21 ~ Manufacturer’s Forum, Monarch Cement Company, 449 1200th St. Humboldt Kansas, no open toe shoes or heels allowed on plant tour, lunch followed by plant tour, to RSVP contact Patty Ann at 620.332.9340

3/21 ~ Sip & Social Ladies’ Night, Better in Bourbon Boutique, 4-7pm, click here for info.

3/21 ~ BINGO at Memorial Hall hosted by the American Legion, doors open 6pm, BINGO starts 7pm. Click here for info.

3/21 ~ Gordon Parks ” Evening of Jazz Event” at Ellis Family Fine Arts Center, free event for the community, 7:30pm, click here for more info!

3/22-23 ~ Find The Golden Egg Shopping Event hosted by The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce, most stores in the downtown area plus several additional locations will be participating in the hunt, golden eggs will contain coupons/promotions/Chamber Bucks/MORE, see flyer below for more information!

3/23 ~ The Beauty Lounge’s Birthday Bash, Celebrating 2 WONDERFUL years, mini derma plane or hydra facials, IV infusion bar, blow outs, hair tinsel, permanent jewelry, and a special surprise, click here for more information!

3/23 ~ 1st Annual Greyhound Legacy Football Symposium (SRO), Ellis Fine Arts Center, see flyer below for more info!

3/23 ~ Faith’s Journey returns to Fort Scott for an evening of “Absolute Country, Definitely Gospel” music hosted by First United Methodist Church, freewill offering, 6-8pm, click here for more information!

3/24 ~ Palm/Passion Sunday at First United Methodist Church, freewill offering and all are welcome to join, 10:30am-11:30am, click here for more information!

3/27 ~ FSCC Community Conversation with Dr. Jason Kegler, 5:30-6:30pm

3/28 ~ Chamber Coffee hosted by Tri-Valley, 4305 Campbell Drive, 8am

3/28 ~ Maundy Thursday Special Service with First United Methodist Church, no charge and all are welcome, 7-8pm click here for more information!

3/29-30 ~ Southeast Kansas Spring Classic at Bourbon County Fairgrounds, a fun weekend for the WHOLE family, click here for more information!

3/31 ~ Easter Brunch at Crooners, adults/16/person and children (12&under) $10/person, click here for a full menu and for more information!

4/5 ~ DAR Commemorative Ceremony Recognizing Local Vietnam Veterans, Memorial Hall, 5-7pm, click here for more information!

4/6 ~ Home, Sport, Farm, and Garden Show by KOMB 103.9FM and 98.3 FM, Arnold Arena on the campus of FSCC, 9am-4pm, click here for more info.

SAVE THE DATE!

4/13 ~ St. Mary’s Gala ~ Dinner and Auction at Liberty Theatre, click here for more information!

4/12 ~ Community Green Zone Advocacy Training at FSCC Ellis Fine Arts Center, 8:30am-2:30pm, click here for more information!

4/18 ~ Chamber Annual Dinner & Awards Celebration – let’s pull up our bootstraps n’ round up as a community to celebrate achievements & saddle up for opportunities ahead, social & silent auction at 5:30pm with dinner/awards/live auction to follow at 6:30pm, click here to register and see the various ways you may participate!

4/27 ~ NICA Bike Race in Gunn Park, click here to visit their website and to get more information!

4/27 ~ 3rd Annual MarshaFest featuring Disco Dick at Liberty Theatre, profits from this event will support local in Marsha’s name, tickets are on sale at Marsha’s Deli, 6 W. 18th St.

5/3-4 ~ Town-wide Garage Sale, now taking signups online, by phone, or in person at the Chamber! $12 to list your sale, $35 to purchase a business ad on the map! Click here for info.

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Baked Potato Bar and Pie sponsored by United Women in Faith!

Midsummer Night’s Dream – Adult Prom Fundraiser hosted by Bourbon County Community Theatre!

Gordon Parks “Evening of Jazz” at The Ellis Family Fine Arts Auditorium!

Spring Open House, Downtown Around, Find the Golden Egg Shopping Event!

FSCC Greyhound Football Legacy Center Symposium Saturday, March 23rd, all are welcome, Register now!

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Bourbon County, Fort Scott

Bourbon County Garden Club Activities Start March 21: No Experience Necessary

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This is the club selling plants at the May 2022 Fort Scott Farmers Market, annual event for the club. From its Facebook page.
The Bourbon County Garden Club sells plants on the opening day of the Fort Scott Farmer’s Market. Club member Paula Blincoe is in the visor. Photo from 2022.

The Bourbon County Garden Club started in 2003 and gives time and talent to the community through public garden care.

The Bourbon County Garden Club will open its season on Thursday, March 21, with a meeting at 6 p.m. at the Lowell Milken Center in downtown Fort Scott, at Wall and Main Street. The club meets once a month from March until October.

“New members bring new energy and new ideas,” said Martha Jane Gentry, co-president of the club in a press release.  “Learn how you can contribute to Bourbon County Garden Club activities for the coming season by attending the March 21 meeting.”

“Garden experience is not necessary for participation,” said Gentry,  “The club offers opportunities for learning and for community service.”

“The Garden Club started in 2003 and has grown in membership since then,” she said. “There are now about thirty members representing different ages, interests, and areas of the county.”

Membership is free, with the club’s activities financially supported by one fundraiser.  The annual plant sale occurs on the opening Saturday of the Downtown Farmers’ Market, this year on May 4.

“The club partners with Tri-Valley Developmental Services to sell a wide variety of plants, all of which are geared to our area’s growing conditions,” she said. “Club members offer plants freshly dug from their own gardens, and Tri-Valley provides plants and hanging baskets from the agency’s greenhouse.”

About one-third of the members have chosen to further their gardening knowledge by taking the K-State Master Gardener course through the K-State Extension Service.

“The class is offered via Zoom in the fall, with occasional in-person meetings,” she said. “Master Gardeners are required to share their knowledge through area activities, and the local club offers some of those opportunities.”

Many Projects

In addition to increasing in number, the number of community projects has increased.

The partnership with the City of Fort Scott has been vital for many of these projects.

The club sets new plants in place at the Heritage Park. Submitted photo.
There are four pocket gardens at the intersection of 8th and Crawford. The one that is most established is at the corner of 801 S. Crawford. Submitted photo.

“The city installed the watering system for Heritage Park (at First and Main Street) which members designed and planted in 2006,” she said. “That garden features a mix of annuals and perennials and is a colorful backdrop for Friday night concerts, photo shoots, and downtown gatherings.”

Club members Paula Blincoe on the left, Sheryl Bloomfield on the ladder, and Judy Wallis on the right. Submitted photo.

“Later, the city added a watering system for the downtown hanging planters and for the island gardens at the pool,” Gentry said.” In addition to those projects, the club has planted, cared for, and watered gardens in the North Main area.”

This garden at the north end of downtown Main Street is one of projects of the Bourbon County Garden Club. From the club's Facebook page.
The garden at the north end of Main Street is planted and cared for by the Bourbon County Garden Club.

“A recent project is the island garden at Riverfront Park, a collaboration with the Fire Department and Riverfront volunteers,” she said.

The newest project is outside the downtown area.

Residential pocket gardens were expanded last year through the club. Several members had already planted corner/pocket gardens, and the club decided to expand the project. Two local homeowners won free gardens from drawings through the club’s Facebook page and at the plant sale.

A pocket garden. Submitted photo.

“A pocket garden is a small planting plot or large pot tucked into a convenient corner of your property,” according to www.bobvilla.com>articles>pocket-gardens.

“I do the four corners at 8th and Crawford as part of the pocket garden project,” she said. “There are bulbs currently blooming”

A pocket garden. Submitted photo.

A  club committee collaborated with those homeowners in the fall, before planting the garden.

“Look for Garden Club Pocket Garden signs throughout Fort Scott to see what can flourish in small areas with challenging conditions,” she said. “For all gardens, the plant selection focuses on choices that are drought. Both the city staff and club members are committed to minimal water usage.”

Leadership
The officers of the club are:
Barbara McCord and Martha Jane Gentry – co-presidents
Austin Bollinger – vice-president
Ronda Hassig – secretary
Sheryl Bloomfield – treasurer