McPHERSON COMMUNITY
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
PUBLICATION DATE ** March 01, 2023
Information was provided by the McPherson Chamber of Commerce. All event information is available at www.mcphersonchamber.org
Yellow highlighted copy indicates a new event or updated copy that replaces the original
McPHERSON EXHIBITS
McPherson Museum & Arts Foundation, 1111 E. Kansas Ave. Museum hours: Monday-Friday: 1 p.m.-5 p.m. / Saturday from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Don’t miss the McPherson Globe Refiners exhibit documenting the first gold medal basketball team awarded in Olympic history and the Museum’s permanent “hands-on” model train exhibit. 620-241-8464.
One Door North, The Gallery of The Clayworks, 107 N. Main. 620-504-6550 An entrepreneurial creation of Disability Supports of the Great Plains, offering individuals with disabilities the chance to explore their own unique creativity and artistic expression using different media – such as clay, painting, and drawing.
OTHER AREA EXHIBITS
Canton Stars and Stripes Military Museum, 104 W. Allen, in Canton. Exhibits include memorabilia from all military branches. Open for all Military and Patriotic Holidays or by appointment. 620-628-4484
Galva Historical Museum, 204 S. Main, in Galva. Documenting Galva’s history as well as surrounding country schools, displays of past businesses, and information regarding the Cherokee and Santa Fe Trail. Hours: 1st Sunday: 2 p.m.-4 p.m.; 2nd Saturday: 10 a.m.-noon; 3rd Thursday: 7 p.m.-9 p.m., or by appointment. 620-654-3343
Inman Museum, 101 N. Main, in Inman. Sunday 1:30 p.m. – 4 p.m., or by appointment. 620-585-6756 or 620-585-6477. The museum has a life-size village square with six buildings constructed with 100-year-old materials, a restored train deport complete with a caboose, and a full early prairie homestead. www.inmanmuseum.com.
Kansas Motorcycle Museum, 120 N. Washington, in Marquette. Hours: Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m.-5 p.m.785-546-2449 or www.ksmotorcyclemuseum.org. Three galleries that are home to over 100 vintage and rare motorcycles of various makes and models, motorcycle racing memorabilia, photos, clothing, trophies, and posters.
Lindsborg Old Mill & Swedish Heritage Museum, 120 Mill St., in Lindsborg. Hours: Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed Sundays and County holidays. For more information go online to www.mcphersoncountyks.us/20/Old-Mill-Museum. 785-227-3595
Birger Sandzén Art Gallery- 401 N. First St., in Lindsborg. 785-227-2220. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. / Sunday 1 p.m.-5 p.m. To view online work from Sandzén’s early, middle, or later years or to see selections from the gallery’s other collections visit their website at www.sandzen.org
The Cole House, 405 E. Cole St. in Moundridge. Tours are available by calling 620-345-2427. Be sure to also visit the Moundridge Depot Museum, which is also open by appointment only for tours.
Muscle Cars Display – McPherson Museum, 1111 E. Kansas Ave. The McPherson Museum has a collection of muscle cars that have a connection with McPherson on display. Come learn about muscle cars and see the cool collection. Muscle cars will be on display till March 18.
2023 EVENTS CALENDAR
Thursday, March 2nd
Developmental Screening – 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Roosevelt Elementary School, 800 S. Walnut. Birth to age 5. Screenings are by appointment only and need to be scheduled 24 hours prior to screening. Call the Early Childhood Center for an appointment, (620) 241-9590 or visit their website at www.418earlychildhood.weebly.com to complete a screening informational sheet.
Friday, March 3rd
First Friday at The Cedars – 3:00 p.m. at The Cedars Conference Center, 1021 Cedars Dr. McPherson College is pleased to partner with The Cedars to offer quality educational opportunities to The Cedars residents, McPherson College alumni, and community members. This month’s topic is Aging Holistically by Jamie Fuqua.
Saturday, March 4th
Soup Luncheon – 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Lindsborg Senior Center – 116 S. Main, Lindsborg. McPherson County Council on Aging will be having a soup luncheon. Menu will be potato, chili, beef & noodle soups. Relishes, dessert, and drinks as well. Free will donation.
Monday, March 6th
Lunch & Learn – 11:30 a.m. at McPherson Community Building, 122 E. Marlin. McPherson Middle School is hosting a lunch & learn with Det. James Pearman, Investigator with the Wichita Police Department’s Exploited and Missing Child Unit. Those who will be attending will learn what you can do to keep your children safe online. If you’d like to register to attend virtually, email [email protected] by March 3.
Monday, March 6th – Friday, March 10th
Match Week – McPherson County Community Foundation, 1233 N. Main St. Match Week is the best opportunity to help build local organizations endowments. Over $1.9 million has been raised since 2014, with a record $385,000 being raised in 2022. See full list of participating organization and donate at www.mcphersonfoundation.org/match-week/
Sunday, March 12th
RUNA – 7 p.m. at the McPherson Opera House, 219 S. Main. Celebrating its 10-year anniversary as a band, Celtic-American Roots music “super Group” RUNA will interweave melodies and tunes of Ireland and Scotland with harmonies and rhythms of jazz, bluegrass, flamenco, and blues offering a redefined take on traditional music. Tickets can be purchased on the Opera House website at www.mcphersonoperahouse.org.
Wednesday, March 15th
Schowalter Singers – 3:00 p.m. at The Cedars, 1021 Cedars Dr. Leland Flickinger is the director of Schowalter Singers, a group of folks living in Schowalter Villa retirement community in Hesston. This group began gathering last summer as they were all tired of not being able to sing together during the pandemic. They decided to get together to sing some favorite hymns. The more they sang, the more excited they became and decided to officially form a choir. They’ve been working hard the past few months and have sung at a number of occasions, including giving three programs at Christmas. Flickinger reports that there are about 35 singers at the present time and they have rehearsal every Wednesday. The public is welcome.
Thursday, March 23rd
Master Gardeners and Friends – 7:00 p.m. at the McPherson County Extension Office, 600 W. Woodside. Lawn Care program with Matthew McKernan, Horticulture Agent K-State Research & Extension – Sedgwick County
Friday, March 24th
The Marvelous Monarch – 3:00 p.m. at The Cedars, 1021 Cedars Dr. Pat Bauer from here in McPherson has been tagging Monarchs since 1996 or 1997. She gets her tagging materials through the KU Monarch Watch. After netting one of these fragile beauties, she records data concerning that particular insect and at the end of the season, her records are returned to the Monarch Watch organization. Pat is coming to the Wellness Center to share about the life cycle of monarchs and their migration and much more. Friends in the community are welcome to come to this program.
Thursday, March 23rd
Master Gardeners and Friends – 7:00 p.m. at the McPherson County Extension Office, 600 W. Woodside. Lawn Care program with Matthew McKernan, Horticulture Agent K-State Research & Extension – Sedgwick County
Saturday, March 25th
Våffeldagen (International Waffle Day) – 6 a.m. in Downtown Lindsborg. It’s the lucky 13th year for the Våffeldagen celebration of all things waffle – humor, visuals, tunes, costumes, and of course food and beverage. For more information about this annual celebration of spring, go online to Visit Lindsborg or visit the Våffeldagen Facebook page.
Sunday, March 26th
Requiem for the Living – 3:00 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 119 N. Elm St. Join the Central Kansas Master Chorale in concert and enjoy a wonderful afternoon of worship.
Saturday April 1st
Pace Race 5K – 9:00 a.m. Hosted by Bluestem Pace, 113 S. Ash. The Bluestem Communities PACE Race is a 5K route which starts and finishes near the Bluestem PACE Center in McPherson. All runners, joggers and walkers are welcome to join us for this flat course looping through central McPherson. Proceeds from the race will benefit the Bluestem PACE Good Neighbor Fund. This fund assists participants who encounter unforeseen circumstances and assists Bluestem PACE in providing high quality services. $30 per person. You can register online at www.bluestempace.org/events
Spring Fling – 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at McPherson Community Building, 122 E. Marlin St. Get ready for spring! Come check out the crafts, hand sewn items, face & skin care, kitchen supplies, nails, books, shirts & cups, wood working, and so much more from over 55 small businesses, direct sellers, and crafters. Free admission. For updates visit the Spring Fling Shopping Fair Facebook page.
Eggnormous – 10:00 a.m. at New Hope Evangelical Church, 501 E. Wickersham. Join the New Hope Church with a fun Eggnormous Easter egg hunt. Donuts and water will be provided beforehand at 9:30. The hunt will begin at 10:00 a.m. sharp. Ages 0 to 5th grade.
Thursday, April 6th- Saturday, April 8th
Spring Open House– in McPherson. Check out the spring merchandise, uptown, downtown, and all-around town! Individual store hours. A McPherson Main Street Promotion.
Friday, April 7th
Bach’s “The Passion According to St. Matthew” – 7:30 p.m. at Presser Hall, 335 E. Swensson St. in Lindsborg. General admission: $20. Group Rate: $15 (with a minimum of 6 tickets). Tickets can be obtained online at www.messiahfestival.org/shop
Sunday, April 9th
Handel’s “Messiah” – 3 p.m. at Presser Hall, 335 E. Swensson St. in Lindsborg. This will be the Bethany College Oratorio Society’s 142th presentation of Handel’s Messiah. Tickets for the performance can be obtained online at www.messiahfestival.org/shop
Friday, April 14th
Developmental Screening – 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Presbyterian Church, 1400 N. Main St., McPherson. Birth to age 5. Screenings are by appointment only and need to be scheduled 24 hours prior to screening. Call the Early Childhood Center for an appointment, (620) 241-9590 or visit their website at www.418earlychildhood.weebly.com to complete a screening informational sheet.
First Friday at The Cedars – 3:00 p.m. at The Cedars Conference Center, 1021 Cedars Dr. McPherson College is pleased to partner with The Cedars to offer quality educational opportunities to The Cedars residents, McPherson College alumni, and community members. This month’s topic is Wood is Swell by Rod Gieselman.
Sunday, April 16th
Spring Trail Ride – 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the Maxwell Wildlife Refuge, 2565 Pueblo Road, in Canton. Enjoy an horseback ride on the 2800 acre native prairie located in the heart of the Smoky Hills, with the opportunity to catch glimpses of the Maxwell Bison and possibly the Elk. Riders must furnish their own horses. Gates open at 9:30 a.m. Arrive early to be ready to ride at 10 a.m. Full Day Ride: $35 each / Half Day Ride: $25 each. Lunch provided by the Friends Group. Email reservation request to [email protected] or visit their website at maxwellwildliferefuge.com for more information.
Thursday, April 27th
Master Gardeners and Friends – 7:00 p.m. at the McPherson County Extension Office, 600 W. Woodside. Calandria Edward’s will be presenting a program over Succulents. Calandria is the new KSRE Butler County Horticulture Agent
Friday, April 28th – Saturday, April 29th
Moundridge Community-Wide Garage Sale – Help your spring cleaning by participating in the community-wide garage sale. Contact the Moundridge Chamber at (620) 345-8246 for more information.
Saturday, April 29th
Canton Spring Market Hop – Canton Fairgrounds, 1514 27th Ave., Canton. The Canton Spring Market Hop will feature a large, unique variety of vendors with quality arts and crafts, vintage and antiques, boutique clothing, novelty foods, and much more. There will be at least two, perhaps more, venues in Canton with indoor spaces this time, so be sure to stay tuned for updates regarding WHERE each venue in Canton will be located so you can experience a delightfully fun Canton Spring Market Hop!
Lindsborg in Bloom – 10 a.m. in Downtown Lindsborg. The community will be filled with cool cats to celebrate peace, love, and all things 1960’s. Everyone is invited to join the fun and be sure to dress up sixties style! For updates on the activities planned, visit the Lindsborg in Bloom Facebook page.
Brush Up MAC – A service program of McPherson Housing Coalition. Volunteer to help Brush Up MAC. You can volunteer to help clean up yard work to painting or even do some siding repair. Give MHC a call at (620) 241-7828 ext. 11.
Friday, May 5th
First Friday at The Cedars – 3:00 p.m. at The Cedars Conference Center, 1021 Cedars Dr. McPherson College is pleased to partner with The Cedars to offer quality educational opportunities to The Cedars residents, McPherson College alumni, and community members. This month’s topic is Book Tasting – A Tiny Bite: Takers Guide to Exploring Literature by Vicki Schmidt.
Saturday, May 6th
Millfest – 9 a.m. at the Old Mill & Swedish Heritage Museum, 120 E. Mill Street in Lindsborg. Millfest will be celebrating the 125th year of the Smoky Valley Roller Mills! This family event celebrates the history of the mill and pioneer heritage of the region AND includes a guided tour of the mill in operation (must be 13 or older to take the tour). Enjoy a traditional arts fair, quilt show, live musical entertainment, and great food! For more information visit the Old Mill & Swedish Heritage Museum Facebook page.
CARS Club Motoring Festival – 9:00 a.m. at McPherson College – 1600 E. Euclid Ave. Enjoy a day filled with unique vehicles, from works in progress to Concours-quality classics and vintage concept cars from GM. Food trucks and tours of Templeton Hall, home to the MC Auto Restoration program, will be available. A kick-off cruise-in will take place on Friday evening, May 5, on Main Street in downtown McPherson. See the online registration form for entries: https://www.mcpherson.edu/autorestoration/cars/
Friday, May 12th
All Schools Day Pre-Parade Sale– Check out the annual pre-parade sale in Downtown McPherson from 8 a.m.-10 a.m. Then shop the “All Day Deals” citywide after the parade! Don’t forget to wear your ASD button! A McPherson Main Street Promotion.
All Schools Day Parade – 10:30 a.m. down Main Street. See All Schools Day activities by visiting www.allschoolsday.com
Friday, May 12th and Saturday, May 13th
MAC BBQ Showdown – 409 N. Maple. Four meat categories and one secret ingredient. Cooks meeting will be at 4 p.m. on Friday. Turn in time for the first meat category is Saturday at 11 a.m. Registration before April 22nd is $100, then $125 after that date. $1000 minimum first place prize. Go to MAC BBQ Showdown Facebook page for more information or online at www.bigspoonbbq.com to register and for the competition’s full list of rules.
