Wednesday, June 26, 2013

Upcoming KCK Chamber of Commerce events

Courtesy of the KCK Chamber of Commerce

SIGN UP NOW FOR OUR ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT – JULY 10

The KCK Chamber’s Annual Golf Tournament at Falcon Lake Golf Course is filling fast! The morning flight is now full and there is VERY limited space left in the afternoon flight. Call or email Bridget Koan, bridget@kckchamber.com, 913-748-2303, today to get registered. Golfers will receive our signature 2013 KCK Chamber golf shirt, door prizes, swag bag, food, beverages, networking and fun!

BUSINESS BEFORE HOURS AT SAM’S CLUB VILLAGE WEST – JULY 26

Sam’s Club at Village West is hosting a Business Before Hours Friday, July 26, 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Join us for fun and networking as we head into the festivities around the July 31 MLS All Star game in Kansas City, Kansas. This is a free event and registration is not required. For more information, please contact Bridget at 913-748-2303 or bridget@kckchamber.com. There is not charge for this event.

MINNESOTA AVENUE STREET CLOSURE - JUNE 27

Beginning Thursday, June 27, Amino Brothers Company, Inc. will close Minnesota Avenue West of 7th Street from 7th Street to mid - block, so that the mill and overlay portion of the project can be completed. This closure will only be in place June 27 - 28. Please also be aware of the construction environment. Heavy equipment will be used in the construction of the project. You can contact the jobsite superintendent if you have any questions or concerns throughout the project: William Turner, Project Superintendent, Amino Brothers Co., Inc., 913-334-2330, Cell: 913-991-0077.

CASH MOB AT WINE BARN WINERY AND VINEYARD – JUNE 29

Wine Barn Winery and Vineyard has been selected for a Cash Mob Saturday, June 29, at 11:00 a.m. The fun will take place at the winery, 2850 N 119th St, Kansas City, Kan. The rules are simple: Show up with friends and family and plan to spend $10-$20, cash only, or whatever is in your budget. Meet new people and have fun! There will also be door prizes. Everyone is invited. For more information, visit the Wine Barn’s Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/events/526435520748214/.

ED ASNER STARRING AS FDR -- JUNE 29

The GM Fairfax Plant and Kansas City Chevy Dealers present KCK Native “Ed Asner starring as FDR” Saturday, June 29, 7:00 p.m. at Wyandotte High School. Proceeds benefit the United Way of Wyandotte County. Tickets are $15 for general admission. To purchase tickets, go towww.unitedway-wyco.org or call 913-371-3674. Tickets are selling fast, so get yours today.

MID AMERICA EDUCATION HALL OF FAME NOMINATIONS DUE – JULY 1

Nominations for the 18th Annual KCK Community College Endowment Association Mid America Education Hall of Fame are due July 1. Click http://bit.ly/Zd00cW for a nomination form.The purpose of the Mid America Education Hall of Fame is to identify and recognize individuals, organizations, and corporate supporters, notable for their contributions to education and to provide well deserved recognition for honorees as well as to education and its impact on our lives. If you have any questions or need more information please call 913-288-7675 or e-maildfangohr@kckcc.edu.

STRAWBERRY HILL MUSEUM CELEBRATES 25TH ANNIVERSARY

Starting July 6 and running through July 28, Strawberry Hill Museum, located at 720 N. 4th Street in Kansas City, Kan., will celebrate its 25th anniversary. For more information about the museum, visit the website at www.strawberryhillmuseum.org or call 913-371-3264.