June 20, 2016
 
"When everything seems to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes off against the wind,
not with it."    -Henry Ford

Ribbon Cutting
The McPherson Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for Bluestem PACE on Wednesday, June 15th.  McPherson's PACE Center will be the largest one in the nation and also the most rural, offering services to 20 counties.  We  are happy to welcome this Chamber member to their new location in McPherson!  Bluestem PACE will be opening soon, so find out more about their services at 113 S. Ash or reach them by calling 620-504-5900.  See more photos from the ribbon cutting and their beautiful facility here.

State of the City Lunch - Tuesday, June 28th
The McPherson Chamber of Commerce and Leadership Board of Trustees will host a luncheon on Tuesday, June 28th from 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at the McPherson Museum, 1111 E. Kansas.

The State of the City Lunch is open to the business community and community leaders.  Mayor Tom Brown and various department heads will provide updates on the projects in their areas.

Reservations are required by calling 241-3303, by Thursday, June 23rd.  The cost is $12.00 per person.

Save the Date - Monday, July 11th - Candidate Forum

T he McPherson Chamber of Commerce Business and Membership Committee will host a Candidate Forum for the county positions of County Sheriff and County Clerk.  Mark your calendars for July 11th @ 7:15 p.m. at the American Legion in McPherson.  Watch your newsletters for more information.

Contact Information

McPherson, KS  67460
Phone:  620-241-3303
Fax:  620-241-8708
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Chamber Events 
Thursday, June 23rd
9:30 Chamber Coffee @ Brookdale McPherson, 
1460 N. Main

11:30 Chamber Board @ Chamber

Friday, June 24th
Final Payment Due!

Tuesday, June 28th
11:30 State of the City 
Lunch @
McPherson Museum,
1111 E. Kansas Ave. 

Thursday, June 30th
9:30 Chamber Coffee @
Great Plains Family Medicine,
400 W. First St. 

Monday, July 4th
Chamber Office Closed
Happy 4th of July!

Wednesday, July 6th
12:00 Leadership Board @ Chamber 
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Member Spotlight- Prairie Hills Financial Group
What matters most to you in life? What do you dream your future will include?  Great questions to consider and ones Glen Snell is likely to ask.  By focusing on those priorities and unique goals, your written financial plan is developed to help you get there. Then, they track your progress to those goals.  Glen Snell is a comprehensive financial planner with Prairie Hills Financial Group, 223 S. Main Street. Easy to find on the third floor of the McPherson Opera House.  With 20 years of experience and knowledge in financial planning, with Glen Snell, you can be confident you are getting the best advice.  Of course all that knowledge is powerful information, but Snell also knows that the financial world "changes dramatically every year".  Staying informed of the new regulations and adapting to the ever changing financial world is what also makes him an important piece of your planning success.  

Prairie Hills Financial Group is a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc.  More than just retirement planning and investment management, they also help clients with insurance, taxes, education and estate planning and day-to-day cash management.  Stop by Prairie Hills Financial Group at 223 S. Main Street to visit Glen Snell, Chris McKean, Emily Ayers and you may occasionally see Dale Snell, who primarily works in their Hutchinson office. Contact Prairie Hills Financial Group at 620-504-5062 Monday-Thursday 8-5 and Friday from 8-4pm.  Stay up on financial tidbits by liking their Facebook page.

To help the community learn about different financial topics,  Prairie Hills Financial Group will be offering a series of educational programs. The first will be a 529 College Saving Plan Seminar on Wednesday, July 27th  from 7-8 a.m. at the CHS room of the Opera House. Everyone is welcome, no cost and no obligation; call 620-504-5062 for more information.    See more photos of the Ribbon Cutting, Chamber Coffee and their beautiful office here .
Buzz on Business
Bridal Fair Booth and Sponsors- The McPherson Museum, 1111 E. Kansas, is having a Bridal Fair on Saturday, July 9th.  If your business would like to host a booth in their Bridal Fair, they would love to have you join the fun!  They are also looking for sponsors for this event.  You can find more information on the McPherson Museum Facebook page, or call 620-241-8464.

 Traeger Grill Sale - Hometown Tire & Turf , 301 N. Main can help you save up to $100 off Traeger Grills.  Stop by in June & see a store associate for details.  You can also reach them by phone at 620-241-3210.

 New Location !  As of today, Monday, June 20th, Clark Architecture & Design has moved to 900 E. 1st St. Randy Clark began the firm in 1991 and has been serving McPherson and the surrounding communities and states for the past 14 years.  They are excited to have the opportunity to continue providing architectural services at their new location.  In 2014 Randy turned over the firm to Brennon Randa, but continues to play a vital role in the company. The new offices will provide opportunities for growth and to better serve their client's needs.  As part of the move, they will soon be opening a full service flooring covering and interior materials retail store with interior design services as part of the firm, as well as re-branding the firm's name later this summer.   Clark Architecture & Design thanks the Chamber and all of the McPherson Community for their support!

 Sales Associate Wanted-  US Cellular McPherson, 1358 N. Main, is currently conducting interviews for a sales associate position. If you enjoy working with the public and want to be part of a national recognized team of sales associates, stop in to apply today!  

Pre Market Sale- Venable Jewelers, 214 N. Main has all in-stock merchandise on sale!  The sale is in full swing, so make sure you stop in before they go to market on Thursday, June 23rd.  Everything in-stock is 20% off, select items are up to 75% off!  Everything from costume jewelry to diamonds is included.  They need to make room for new merchandise, so take advantage of their sale.  Check out their Facebook page to see more.

Story Time Is Changing Times -  Story time with Hippity and Skippity Hopp at Hopp's Sno Shack is changing times. Join McPherson Public Library and Twice Told Tales at 214 E. Euclid for story time Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m.  
Member Events
Monday, June 20th-Friday, June 24th
Summer Art Camp - 1:00-4:00 p.m. for 4th-6th grades.  Multi arts experience where students explore their creativity, express their individuality and take artistic risks.  Includes classes in clay, painting, cartooning, tie dye, music and more.  Experience a rich environment of shared learning and simply have fun!  Enroll in the VAAM Gallery, 223 S. Main.

Tuesday, June 21st
CEU Class-Brain Health Across the Lifespan- 5:30 p.m. at Brookdale McPherson, 1460 N. Main.  This is an Optimum Life Continuing Education Series for healthcare professionals meeting once a month.  The teleconference series will feature a different senior-related topic each month and will provide 1.0 CEU credit per session for nurses, social workers, case managers and nursing home administrators.  Limited seats are available and the presentation starts on time!  Light evening meal will be served, so RSVP is a must.  Call 620-241-6600 or 620-480-9392 to RSVP or for more information.
 
Talk With TED - Discussion Group- 6:30-7:45 p.m. at McPherson Public Library, 214 W. Marlin.  Join in a lively discussion centered around the popular TED talk about the culture of texting by John McWhorter.  Moderated by Dr. Becki Bowman.
 
All Schools Day DVD Showing- 7:00 p.m. at McPherson Opera House, 219 S. Main.  If you missed the All Schools Day parade, or would just like to enjoy it again, come to this one-time only, free showing!  Thank you KNGL/KBBE for your part in this!

Tuesday, June 21st-Thursday, June 23rd
Kids Summer Movie Series - 10:00 a.m. The Smurfs 2, $3.00 at the local McPherson theater.  Organized by McPherson Main Street.
 
Wednesday, June 22nd
Storytime with Hippity and Skippity Hopp - 11:00 a.m. at Hopp's Sno Shack, 214 E. Euclid.  McPherson Public Library special program, bring the kids and check it out!

Thursday, June 23rd
Chamber Coffee - 9:30 a.m. at Brookdale McPherson, 1460 N. Main.

Paint-Along Class - 6:30-8:30 p.m. in West Arts Center Room at McPherson Opera House, 219 S. Main.  "Abstract" with instructor, Nicky Bowers.  Nicky will lead you through a painting step by step.  At the end of the evening you will leave with your very own artwork on an 11x18 panel.  Whether you're a beginner, novice, or seasoned painter, come enjoy an evening learning new skills and expressing your creativity!  $40 includes painting, Several beer selections and Spinach artichoke dip.  To sign up contact McPherson Arts Alliance VAAM Gallery 620-241-6131, Tuesday-Saturday from 2-5 pm.
 
Family Garden - 10:00-10:45 a.m. at McPherson Public Library, 214 W. Marlin.  School-aged children and their families can come garden with McPherson County Extension Office.  Special program.

Fundraiser Dinner - 5:00-7:00 p.m. at the Galva Senior Center, 218 S. Main St., Galva.  Grilled hamburgers, baked beans, chips and dessert cookies and homemade ice cream, coffee and tea.  Free will donation.  For more information, call 620-654-6404.  McPherson County Council on Aging.
 
Concerts for a Cause - 7:00 p.m. at Hopp's Sound, 214 E. Euclid.  Come out and enjoy the evening listening to Danny Bruce & Friends.  Proceeds from this concert go to McPherson Hospital Volunteer Services.

Friday, June 24th
Women's Trip Balance Due- Make sure the final payment for those signed up to join us on the McPherson Chamber Women's Trip is received by today at the Chamber office, 306 N. Main.

Smoky Valley Senior Resource Fair- 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. at JO Sundstrom Conference Center, 102 N. Main in Lindsborg.  Everything you need to know about aging, but were afraid to ask!  Area seniors are invited to this FREE fair to gather information and find answer to questions about local resources for seniors and their families.  Presentations will take place throughout the day as well.  Giveaways, refreshments & drawings,  Hosted by Bethany Home Association.  For more information, contact Jennifer Cantrell at 785-227-2334 or [email protected]
 
Paint-Along Class- 6:30-8:30 p.m. in West Arts Center Room at McPherson Opera House, 219 S. Main.  "Monogram" with instructor, Nicky Bowers.  Nicky will lead you through a painting step by step.  At the end of the evening you will leave with your very own artwork on an 11x18 panel.  Whether you're a beginner, novice, or seasoned painter, come enjoy an evening learning new skills and expressing your creativity!  $40 includes painting, Summer-brew and Cheez-It snack mix.  To sign up contact McPherson Arts Alliance VAAM Gallery 620-241-6131, Tuesday-Saturday from 2-5 pm.
 
Piano Recital- Noon at the Moundridge Senior Center, 100 N. Schmidt Ave., Moundridge.  Roberta Gingerich and her piano students will play for you.  Come enjoy!  For more information, call 620-345-2729.  McPherson County Council on Aging.

Friday, June 24th-Sunday, June 26th
McPherson Community Theatre, "Fiddler on the Roof" - at 7:00 p.m. Friday & Saturday, 2:00 p.m. on Sunday at McPherson Opera House, 219 S. Main.  McPherson Community Theatre presents the life-affirming story of a poor milkman whose love, pride and faith help him face the oppression of turn-of-the-century czarist Russia.  A journey of love, loss, faith and family, Fiddler is a celebration of life and all its challenges.  Beautiful music, compelling production numbers and an emotionally-charged story, make for a show everyone should experience!  For tickets or more information, stop by the McPherson Opera House, call 620-241-1952 or visit www.mcphersonoperahouse.org .

Saturday, June 25th
An Evening With Phil Walters - 8:00 p.m. at Marigolds, 204 N. Main St.  Local musician Phil Walters (also the owner of Walters Optometry), will be playing rock & roll and country radio hits from the 60's to the 90's.  It's going to be a great night, hope you can join!  Check out the Facebook page here.  

Monday, June 27th
Writers Workshop - 6:30-7:30 p.m. on the 4th Monday of every month at McPherson Public Library, 214 W. Marlin.  Join for a creative writing workshop for adults.  Bring a notebook or journal and a writing utensil.  Call 245-2570 or email [email protected] for more information.
 
Botanical Gardens Day Trip - The first of new monthly road trips with the Inman Senior Center.  Leave in the morning, enjoy the Botanical Gardens in Wichita, have lunch and return early afternoon.  Make plans to join the fun!  Call 620-585-2159 for reservations.  McPherson County Council on Aging.

Tuesday, June 28th
State of the City - 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at McPherson Museum, 1111 E. Kansas Ave.  The McPherson Chamber of Commerce and Leadership Board of Trustees will host a luncheon on The State of the City.  Lunch is open to the business community leaders.  Mayor Tom Brown and various department heads will provide updates on the projects in their areas.  Reservations are required by calling 241-3303, by Thursday, June 23rd.  The cost is $12.00 per person.


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