Nicodemus Virtual Veterans Program Nov. 7

Healing After Loss will meet at 5:30 p.m. at 103 W. 27th, Oak Plaza Suite C.

The meeting will be in person unless otherwise announced. You will be notified by email, Facebook or the Center for Life Experience website.

A taco bar will be catered from Fuzzy's Tacos. The meeting will follow at 7 p.m.&nbsp;

Please RSVP by the Monday prior to the meeting. RSVP to cfle1@eaglecom.net or text 785-625-6078.

Everyone is requested to wear masks and agree to social distance. Please bring your own mask. The center will have some available.

Healing After Loss will meet at 5:30 p.m. at 103 W. 27th, Oak Plaza Suite C.The meeting will be in person unless otherwise announced. You will be notified by email, Facebook or the Center for Life Experience website.A taco bar will be catered from Fuzzy's Tacos. The meeting will follow at 7 p.m.&nbsp;Please RSVP by the Monday prior to the meeting. RSVP to cfle1@eaglecom.net or text 785-625-6078.Everyone is requested to wear masks and agree to social distance. Please bring your own mask. The center will have some available.

Healing After Loss to meet Nov. 17

This is a great opportunity to support your community. All proceeds from this fundraiser is put back into our community.

 Only 250 tickets are available with a total of $2,500 payout. 

Please contact Sandy Beisner at 785-342-9390 or Priscilla Hunt at 785-432-2194, a Hays Lions Club member or message our Facebook page for tickets.

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 </figure>This is a great opportunity to support your community. All proceeds from this fundraiser is put back into our community. Only 250 tickets are available with a total of $2,500 payout. Please contact Sandy Beisner at 785-342-9390 or Priscilla Hunt at 785-432-2194, a Hays Lions Club member or message our Facebook page for tickets.

Tickets available for Hays Lions Club fundraiser

Early Childhood Connections with Hays USD 489 is pleased to announce that the Dolly Parton Imagination Library is now open to children (birth to five) living in Rush County.

The Dolly Parton Imagination Library sends a free, age-appropriate book in the mail each week to registered children. 

Rush County residents can enter their zip code and register at this link:&nbsp;<a href="https://imaginationlibrary.com/usa/find-my-program/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://imaginationlibrary.com/usa/find-my-program/</a>

If you have any questions, please contact Coordinator, Dana Stanton at 785-623-2430 or dstanton@usd489.com&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Early Childhood Connections with Hays USD 489 is pleased to announce that the Dolly Parton Imagination Library is now open to children (birth to five) living in Rush County.The Dolly Parton Imagination Library sends a free, age-appropriate book in the mail each week to registered children. Rush County residents can enter their zip code and register at this link:&nbsp;<a href="https://imaginationlibrary.com/usa/find-my-program/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://imaginationlibrary.com/usa/find-my-program/</a> If you have any questions, please contact Coordinator, Dana Stanton at 785-623-2430 or dstanton@usd489.com&nbsp;&nbsp;

Dolly Parton Imagination Library now open to Rush County children

The Nov. 12 Colby Community College art show at the Prairie Museum of Art and History includes masks by members of the Kansas Society of Layerists in Multi-Media (SLMM) from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

SLMM is a national network for artists who express a holistic perspective in any style or medium.

"You don't have to be a mixed media artist to be a member," said CCC art instructor Rebel Mahieu. "Watercolors or penciling are acceptable as long as the piece is layered."

Some of the 14 contributing artists at the show are retired Colby High School and CCC art instructor Cal Mahin and retired Fort Hays State University art instructor Kathleen Kuchar of Hays; Mahieu and Suzanne Schielke from Colby; retired Cloud County Community College art instructor Barbara Stevens; Mary Kottman and Secily Cruse of Great Bend; and Larned's Von Pounds.

Food and drinks will be offered, and face coverings are encouraged. For more information, contact Mahieu at 785-460-5459.

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 </figure>The Nov. 12 Colby Community College art show at the Prairie Museum of Art and History includes masks by members of the Kansas Society of Layerists in Multi-Media (SLMM) from 6 to 7:30 p.m.SLMM is a national network for artists who express a holistic perspective in any style or medium."You don't have to be a mixed media artist to be a member," said CCC art instructor Rebel Mahieu. "Watercolors or penciling are acceptable as long as the piece is layered."Some of the 14 contributing artists at the show are retired Colby High School and CCC art instructor Cal Mahin and retired Fort Hays State University art instructor Kathleen Kuchar of Hays; Mahieu and Suzanne Schielke from Colby; retired Cloud County Community College art instructor Barbara Stevens; Mary Kottman and Secily Cruse of Great Bend; and Larned's Von Pounds.Food and drinks will be offered, and face coverings are encouraged. For more information, contact Mahieu at 785-460-5459.

Kansas Society of Layerists in Multi-Media featured in Colby art show

Knights of Columbus Munjor Council #11492 annual stag will be held Fri., Nov. 6, in the Munjor School building.

Social hour starts at 6 p.m. with dinner served at 7 p.m.

On the menu are mountain oysters, brats and all the trimmings.

Raffle tickets will be available for numerous prizes plus a gun raffle for two guns.

Tickets are available from Munjor K of C members, at the door, or call 785-259-4504.

Proceeds will benefit K of C activities.&nbsp;

Knights of Columbus Munjor Council #11492 annual stag will be held Fri., Nov. 6, in the Munjor School building.Social hour starts at 6 p.m. with dinner served at 7 p.m.On the menu are mountain oysters, brats and all the trimmings.Raffle tickets will be available for numerous prizes plus a gun raffle for two guns.Tickets are available from Munjor K of C members, at the door, or call 785-259-4504.Proceeds will benefit K of C activities.&nbsp;Come out for some great food and fun!

Munjor Knights of Columbus annual stag is Nov. 6

The Kansas Department of Transportation plans to begin a field survey for the proposed replacement of the Wolf Creek drainage bridge on K-18 in Russell County the week of Nov. 2.

The bridge is located approximately 1 mile east of the K-232 junction. Survey activities will include the use of survey instruments on the ground to determine locations of existing features within the survey corridor. KDOT expects to complete the survey work in approximately three weeks.

Crews will contact property owners or tenants for permission to enter private property, if access is needed. Michael Selley, field survey project manager, will oversee the survey for KDOT.

Persons with questions may contact KDOT public affairs manager Lisa Mussman at 785-874-8107 or&nbsp;<a href="mailto:lisa.mussman@ks.gov">lisa.mussman@ks.gov</a>.

KDOTThe Kansas Department of Transportation plans to begin a field survey for the proposed replacement of the Wolf Creek drainage bridge on K-18 in Russell County the week of Nov. 2.The bridge is located approximately 1 mile east of the K-232 junction. Survey activities will include the use of survey instruments on the ground to determine locations of existing features within the survey corridor. KDOT expects to complete the survey work in approximately three weeks.Crews will contact property owners or tenants for permission to enter private property, if access is needed. Michael Selley, field survey project manager, will oversee the survey for KDOT.Persons with questions may contact KDOT public affairs manager Lisa Mussman at 785-874-8107 or&nbsp;<a href="mailto:lisa.mussman@ks.gov">lisa.mussman@ks.gov</a>.

Field survey starting on K-18 in Russell County

CORRECTED, 10:45 a.m. Saturday to clarify the location of the event.

Messiah Lutheran Church, 2000 Main, is having a shoe box packing party for Operation Christmas Child at 9:45 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 15.

Operation Christmas Child is a ministry of Samaritan’s Purse, an international Christian relief organization headquartered in Boone, N.C.&nbsp;&nbsp;Each year&nbsp;thousands of individuals pack shoe boxes with toys, school supplies and hygiene items that are sent to needy children around the world to demonstrate God’s love for them in a tangible way.

Since 1993, Operation Christmas Child has collected and delivered more than 178 million gift-filled shoe boxes to children in more than 160 countries and territories.

National Collection Week is Nov. 16-23. Donors will be greeted at curbside drop-offs by volunteers wearing personal protection equipment.

Those unable to attend the packing party may still pack gifts online. Operation Christmas Child’s Build a Shoe Box Online program provides families and groups a creative way to rally together around a common goal, said Rachel Albin of Hays, Northwest Kansas area director.&nbsp;&nbsp;That program can be accessed at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/buildonline/">https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/buildonline/</a>.

More information about the packing party is available by calling Stacy Stults at (785) 650-3293.

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 </figure>CORRECTED, 10:45 a.m. Saturday to clarify the location of the event.By LINN ANN HUNTINGTONMessiah Lutheran Church, 2000 Main, is having a shoe box packing party for Operation Christmas Child at 9:45 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 15.Operation Christmas Child is a ministry of Samaritan’s Purse, an international Christian relief organization headquartered in Boone, N.C.&nbsp;&nbsp;Each year&nbsp;thousands of individuals pack shoe boxes with toys, school supplies and hygiene items that are sent to needy children around the world to demonstrate God’s love for them in a tangible way.Since 1993, Operation Christmas Child has collected and delivered more than 178 million gift-filled shoe boxes to children in more than 160 countries and territories.National Collection Week is Nov. 16-23. Donors will be greeted at curbside drop-offs by volunteers wearing personal protection equipment.Those unable to attend the packing party may still pack gifts online. Operation Christmas Child’s Build a Shoe Box Online program provides families and groups a creative way to rally together around a common goal, said Rachel Albin of Hays, Northwest Kansas area director.&nbsp;&nbsp;That program can be accessed at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/buildonline/">https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/buildonline/</a>.More information about the packing party is available by calling Stacy Stults at (785) 650-3293.

UPDATE: Hays church packing shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child

Adams Brown, Strategic Allies and CPAs, announced this week that Sophia Sanders has earned her license as a certified public accountant in Kansas. Sanders serves as a senior staff accountant with a focus on serving clients in the oil and gas industry.&nbsp;

“Congratulations to Sophia on this achievement,” said Brian Staats, CPA, CGMA, managing partner of Adams Brown. “For an accounting professional, earning your CPA license is a career milestone.&nbsp; We know she’ll continue serving clients well as a CPA.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sanders began her career at Adams Brown as an intern in 2014.&nbsp; She earned both a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and a Bachelor of Science in Health Promotion and Wellness from Fort Hays State University in 2015.&nbsp; In her community, she serves on the board for the Cancer Council of Ellis County. Native to Hays, Sanders graduated from Thomas More Prep-Marian High School in 2010.&nbsp; When away from the office, she enjoys spending time with family, baking, and watching sports.

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 </figure>SubmittedAdams Brown, Strategic Allies and CPAs, announced this week that Sophia Sanders has earned her license as a certified public accountant in Kansas. Sanders serves as a senior staff accountant with a focus on serving clients in the oil and gas industry.&nbsp;“Congratulations to Sophia on this achievement,” said Brian Staats, CPA, CGMA, managing partner of Adams Brown. “For an accounting professional, earning your CPA license is a career milestone.&nbsp; We know she’ll continue serving clients well as a CPA.”&nbsp;&nbsp;Sanders began her career at Adams Brown as an intern in 2014.&nbsp; She earned both a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and a Bachelor of Science in Health Promotion and Wellness from Fort Hays State University in 2015.&nbsp; In her community, she serves on the board for the Cancer Council of Ellis County. Native to Hays, Sanders graduated from Thomas More Prep-Marian High School in 2010.&nbsp; When away from the office, she enjoys spending time with family, baking, and watching sports.

TMP, FHSU grad earns CPA license

The High Plains Mental Health Norton Branch Office will remain closed to the public through Friday, Nov. 6.

This is due to continued community spread of COVID-19. Appointments will be rescheduled for telephone or Zoom.

All of High Plains' other service locations will continue to offer services in-person or via telehealth.

High Plains' 24/7 crisis hotline is always available at 1-800-432-0333.

The High Plains Mental Health Norton Branch Office will remain closed to the public through Friday, Nov. 6.This is due to continued community spread of COVID-19. Appointments will be rescheduled for telephone or Zoom.All of High Plains' other service locations will continue to offer services in-person or via telehealth.High Plains' 24/7 crisis hotline is always available at 1-800-432-0333.

High Plains Mental Health office in Norton closed due to COVID

The Hays Area Children's Center would like to brighten your holiday season with the fresh smell of pine. 

We are partnering with Sherwood Forest Farms to sell some amazing and wonderful products to fill your home with this year. We are hoping that with this amazing fundraiser, we are able to decorate many of the homes within our community.

You are able to place your order by phone at 785-625-3257 or by email&nbsp; at CCCoordinator@hacc.info or on the following website&nbsp;<a href="http://www.sherwoodfundraiser.com/haysareachildrenscenter">www.sherwoodfundraiser.com/haysareachildrenscenter</a>

All payments are due at the time of ordering. You may pay by cash or by check. All orders are due by Nov. 8. All products will be available for pick up or delivery ($5 delivery fee if you are in the Hays area and $10 if you are within 10 miles of Hays) between Nov. 30 and Dec. 7.

If you have any questions, need any further information or would like to place an order, please feel free to contact CCCoordinator@hacc.info or 785-625-3257.

SubmittedThe Hays Area Children's Center would like to brighten your holiday season with the fresh smell of pine. We are partnering with Sherwood Forest Farms to sell some amazing and wonderful products to fill your home with this year. We are hoping that with this amazing fundraiser, we are able to decorate many of the homes within our community.You are able to place your order by phone at 785-625-3257 or by email&nbsp; at CCCoordinator@hacc.info or on the following website&nbsp;<a href="http://www.sherwoodfundraiser.com/haysareachildrenscenter">www.sherwoodfundraiser.com/haysareachildrenscenter</a>All payments are due at the time of ordering. You may pay by cash or by check. All orders are due by Nov. 8. All products will be available for pick up or delivery ($5 delivery fee if you are in the Hays area and $10 if you are within 10 miles of Hays) between Nov. 30 and Dec. 7.If you have any questions, need any further information or would like to place an order, please feel free to contact CCCoordinator@hacc.info or 785-625-3257.

Hays Area Children's Center offers fresh greenery during fundraiser

Thomas More Prep-Marian is proud to present Arthur Miller’s&nbsp;The Crucible.&nbsp;&nbsp;It is a dramatized and partially fictionalized story of the Salem witch trials that took place in the Massachusetts Bay Colony during the early 1690s.&nbsp; A gripping, dramatic work that engages and resonates with audiences and is as relevant as ever.

Presented Friday and Saturday, Nov. 6 and 7, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 8, at 2 p.m.

Precautions are being taken to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the Dreiling Theater. Masks are required for all in attendance. Every other row will be roped off and two seats will remain empty between each non-cohabitating family.

Seating will be assigned at the door as guests arrive in order to maintain social distancing.

Tickets are $8/ticket, and you can complete the <a href="https://www.tmp-m.org/tmp-marian-presents-the-crucible/?fbclid=IwAR3MuiSoBBOVk33ZDLuZ_55D4Gv5OOqcFMpJ-ysK3YKmP6rJXnVIirdXlMA">form</a> to reserve your tickets or you may purchase at the door.

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 </figure>TMP-MThomas More Prep-Marian is proud to present Arthur Miller’s&nbsp;The Crucible.&nbsp;&nbsp;It is a dramatized and partially fictionalized story of the Salem witch trials that took place in the Massachusetts Bay Colony during the early 1690s.&nbsp; A gripping, dramatic work that engages and resonates with audiences and is as relevant as ever.Presented Friday and Saturday, Nov. 6 and 7, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 8, at 2 p.m.Precautions are being taken to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the Dreiling Theater. Masks are required for all in attendance. Every other row will be roped off and two seats will remain empty between each non-cohabitating family.Seating will be assigned at the door as guests arrive in order to maintain social distancing.Tickets are $8/ticket, and you can complete the <a href="https://www.tmp-m.org/tmp-marian-presents-the-crucible/?fbclid=IwAR3MuiSoBBOVk33ZDLuZ_55D4Gv5OOqcFMpJ-ysK3YKmP6rJXnVIirdXlMA">form</a> to reserve your tickets or you may purchase at the door.

TMP-Marian to perform 'The Crucible'

The Dorrance PYW-FCE soup feed will be held Sat., Nov. 14 at the Dorrance Community Shop Building.&nbsp;

Homemade chicken and noodle soup, chili soup, ham and bean soup, vegetable soup, sandwiches, pies and drinks will be served. Even the noodles are homemade!

Bring the whole family to enjoy their favorite soup.

This is the opening day of pheasant season and we invite everyone to come join us for a good cup of hot soup.&nbsp;

Our EHU unit helps support different activities in the community.

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 </figure>The Dorrance PYW-FCE soup feed will be held Sat., Nov. 14 at the Dorrance Community Shop Building.&nbsp;Soup's on from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.Homemade chicken and noodle soup, chili soup, ham and bean soup, vegetable soup, sandwiches, pies and drinks will be served. Even the noodles are homemade!Bring the whole family to enjoy their favorite soup.This is the opening day of pheasant season and we invite everyone to come join us for a good cup of hot soup.&nbsp;Our EHU unit helps support different activities in the community.

Dorrance PYW-FCE soup feed is Nov. 14

Don’t forget this Saturday is the Annual Jim Thoman Halloween Parade in downtown Russell.

 Line-up begins at 10:15 a.m. at 9th and Main. Parade begins at 10:30 a.m. Parade ends in the south parking lot of the courthouse. 

Several businesses will have goodies after and Post Rock Family Services, Inc. will have their annual trunk or treat at the courthouse.

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 </figure>Don’t forget this Saturday is the Annual Jim Thoman Halloween Parade in downtown Russell. Line-up begins at 10:15 a.m. at 9th and Main. Parade begins at 10:30 a.m. Parade ends in the south parking lot of the courthouse. Several businesses will have goodies after and Post Rock Family Services, Inc. will have their annual trunk or treat at the courthouse.

Downtown Russell Halloween parade Saturday morning

Hoxie Fall Festival costume parade Friday

&nbsp; Fort Hays State University Science Café presents: 

“Landing on Mars: The 1975 Viking Project and the 2020 Perseverance Rover ” Compare the designs and technologies used for the 1975 Viking 1 Mars Lander and the 2020 Perseverance Mars Rover. 	Presenter: John Ross, Sunflower Electric, Strategic Change Administrator <a target="_blank" href="http://www.fhsu.edu/smei" rel="nofollow">www.fhsu.edu/smei</a> Sponsored by Science and Mathematics Education Institute&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Fort Hays State University Science Café presents: “Landing on Mars: The 1975 Viking Project and the 2020 Perseverance Rover ” Compare the designs and technologies used for the 1975 Viking 1 Mars Lander and the 2020 Perseverance Mars Rover. 	Presenter: John Ross, Sunflower Electric, Strategic Change Administrator <a target="_blank" href="http://www.fhsu.edu/smei" rel="nofollow">www.fhsu.edu/smei</a> Sponsored by Science and Mathematics Education Institute&nbsp;&nbsp;

FHSU Virtual Science Café presents 'Landing on Mars' Nov. 16

Due to possible weather conditions that not good for travel, we are&nbsp;“CANCELLING”&nbsp;“Healing After Loss of Suicide” (HALOS)&nbsp;for tonight Wednesday, Oct. 28.

The post cards have gone out and the meetings in November are on the 4th and 18th due to having to schedule around holidays. (Normally we meet on the 2nd and 4th Wed. of the month).

Due to possible weather conditions that not good for travel, we are&nbsp;“CANCELLING”&nbsp;“Healing After Loss of Suicide” (HALOS)&nbsp;for tonight Wednesday, Oct. 28.The post cards have gone out and the meetings in November are on the 4th and 18th due to having to schedule around holidays. (Normally we meet on the 2nd and 4th Wed. of the month).

HALOS cancels Wednesday meeting

Want a creative way to be of service this week? Wear your Halloween costume and an appropriate face covering (no, a werewolf mask doesn’t count!) to give blood! 

Now for a treat…<a href="http://t.givebloodtoday.redcrossblood.org/r/?id=h4f92148c,176248d0,163ae315&amp;med=email&amp;source=bioadobe&amp;campdesc=EM_BHQ_MO_WB_ABO_ADP4_NA1_Act_102620&amp;cid=381723316&amp;did=PRDDM98974&amp;bid=1334973580&amp;subj=Your%20Blood%20Donation%20Is%20Critically%20Needed%20(Thank%20You%20Gift%20Inside)&amp;prty=normal&amp;nat=recruitment&amp;prod=wholeblood&amp;sender=American%20Red%20Cross&amp;delvId=392317136" target="_blank">to thank you for making time to donate by November 11, we’ll send you a&nbsp;$5 Amazon.com&nbsp;Gift Card* via email courtesy of&nbsp;Suburban Propane.**</a> Because of health concerns related to the global pandemic,&nbsp;trick-or-treating&nbsp;and Halloween parties may not be an option. But there is still reason to celebrate our generous&nbsp;Red Cross&nbsp;community. Your single donation may help save more than one life! And if you arrive in your regular clothes, that’s cool by us – just don’t forget that face covering for&nbsp;COVID-19 safety. Will you help meet the critical need of patients in&nbsp;your community?&nbsp;&nbsp;

Schedule your donation <a href="https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=Hays&amp;med=email&amp;source=bioadobe&amp;campdesc=EM_BHQ_MO_WB_ABO_ADP4_NA1_Act_102620&amp;cid=381723316&amp;did=PRDDM98974&amp;bid=1334973580&amp;subj=Your%20Blood%20Donation%20Is%20Critically%20Needed%20(Thank%20You%20Gift%20Inside)&amp;prty=normal&amp;nat=recruitment&amp;prod=wholeblood&amp;sender=American%20Red%20Cross&amp;delvId=392317136">here</a>.

&nbsp;All donations are tested for COVID-19 antibodies. Results available within one to two weeks via your donor account on both&nbsp;<a href="http://t.givebloodtoday.redcrossblood.org/r/?id=h4f92148c,176248d0,163ae320&amp;med=email&amp;source=bioadobe&amp;campdesc=EM_BHQ_MO_WB_ABO_ADP4_NA1_Act_102620&amp;cid=381723316&amp;did=PRDDM98974&amp;bid=1334973580&amp;subj=Your%20Blood%20Donation%20Is%20Critically%20Needed%20(Thank%20You%20Gift%20Inside)&amp;prty=normal&amp;nat=recruitment&amp;prod=wholeblood&amp;sender=American%20Red%20Cross&amp;delvId=392317136" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org</a>&nbsp;and the&nbsp;<a href="http://t.givebloodtoday.redcrossblood.org/r/?id=h4f92148c,176248d0,163ae321" target="_blank">Blood Donor&nbsp;App.</a> The Red Cross follows the&nbsp;<a href="http://t.givebloodtoday.redcrossblood.org/r/?id=h4f92148c,176248d0,163ae322&amp;med=email&amp;source=bioadobe&amp;campdesc=EM_BHQ_MO_WB_ABO_ADP4_NA1_Act_102620&amp;cid=381723316&amp;did=PRDDM98974&amp;bid=1334973580&amp;subj=Your%20Blood%20Donation%20Is%20Critically%20Needed%20(Thank%20You%20Gift%20Inside)&amp;prty=normal&amp;nat=recruitment&amp;prod=wholeblood&amp;sender=American%20Red%20Cross&amp;delvId=392317136" target="_blank">highest standards of safety and infection control.</a>&nbsp;In accordance with CDC guidelines,&nbsp;all donors are required to wear a face covering&nbsp;or mask.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Want a creative way to be of service this week? Wear your Halloween costume and an appropriate face covering (no, a werewolf mask doesn’t count!) to give blood! Now for a treat…<a href="http://t.givebloodtoday.redcrossblood.org/r/?id=h4f92148c,176248d0,163ae315&amp;med=email&amp;source=bioadobe&amp;campdesc=EM_BHQ_MO_WB_ABO_ADP4_NA1_Act_102620&amp;cid=381723316&amp;did=PRDDM98974&amp;bid=1334973580&amp;subj=Your%20Blood%20Donation%20Is%20Critically%20Needed%20(Thank%20You%20Gift%20Inside)&amp;prty=normal&amp;nat=recruitment&amp;prod=wholeblood&amp;sender=American%20Red%20Cross&amp;delvId=392317136" target="_blank">to thank you for making time to donate by November 11, we’ll send you a&nbsp;$5 Amazon.com&nbsp;Gift Card* via email courtesy of&nbsp;Suburban Propane.**</a> Because of health concerns related to the global pandemic,&nbsp;trick-or-treating&nbsp;and Halloween parties may not be an option. But there is still reason to celebrate our generous&nbsp;Red Cross&nbsp;community. Your single donation may help save more than one life! And if you arrive in your regular clothes, that’s cool by us – just don’t forget that face covering for&nbsp;COVID-19 safety. Will you help meet the critical need of patients in&nbsp;your community?&nbsp;&nbsp;Schedule your donation <a href="https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=Hays&amp;med=email&amp;source=bioadobe&amp;campdesc=EM_BHQ_MO_WB_ABO_ADP4_NA1_Act_102620&amp;cid=381723316&amp;did=PRDDM98974&amp;bid=1334973580&amp;subj=Your%20Blood%20Donation%20Is%20Critically%20Needed%20(Thank%20You%20Gift%20Inside)&amp;prty=normal&amp;nat=recruitment&amp;prod=wholeblood&amp;sender=American%20Red%20Cross&amp;delvId=392317136">here</a>.&nbsp;All donations are tested for COVID-19 antibodies. Results available within one to two weeks via your donor account on both&nbsp;<a href="http://t.givebloodtoday.redcrossblood.org/r/?id=h4f92148c,176248d0,163ae320&amp;med=email&amp;source=bioadobe&amp;campdesc=EM_BHQ_MO_WB_ABO_ADP4_NA1_Act_102620&amp;cid=381723316&amp;did=PRDDM98974&amp;bid=1334973580&amp;subj=Your%20Blood%20Donation%20Is%20Critically%20Needed%20(Thank%20You%20Gift%20Inside)&amp;prty=normal&amp;nat=recruitment&amp;prod=wholeblood&amp;sender=American%20Red%20Cross&amp;delvId=392317136" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org</a>&nbsp;and the&nbsp;<a href="http://t.givebloodtoday.redcrossblood.org/r/?id=h4f92148c,176248d0,163ae321" target="_blank">Blood Donor&nbsp;App.</a> The Red Cross follows the&nbsp;<a href="http://t.givebloodtoday.redcrossblood.org/r/?id=h4f92148c,176248d0,163ae322&amp;med=email&amp;source=bioadobe&amp;campdesc=EM_BHQ_MO_WB_ABO_ADP4_NA1_Act_102620&amp;cid=381723316&amp;did=PRDDM98974&amp;bid=1334973580&amp;subj=Your%20Blood%20Donation%20Is%20Critically%20Needed%20(Thank%20You%20Gift%20Inside)&amp;prty=normal&amp;nat=recruitment&amp;prod=wholeblood&amp;sender=American%20Red%20Cross&amp;delvId=392317136" target="_blank">highest standards of safety and infection control.</a>&nbsp;In accordance with CDC guidelines,&nbsp;all donors are required to wear a face covering&nbsp;or mask.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Upcoming blood drives in Hays

If you love music from the 50s and 60s, mark Saturday, November 14 on your calendar for an event you don't want to miss. 

Jimmy Dee and The Fabulous Destinations will be performing live 7-10 p.m. at the Vesper Community Center in Vesper Township in Lincoln County.&nbsp;

Proceeds earned from the concert will go towards a new floor for the&nbsp; Vesper Community Center,&nbsp; which is run by an all volunteer run 501c3 organization.&nbsp;

The admission price includes a delicious dinner, dessert and snacks along with music from the Kansas Music Hall of Fame cover band. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. 

Only 80 tickets will be sold to allow for very spacious table seating for all guests and provide for a very large dance floor 4,800 sq. ft. facility.

 The Vesper community center was formerly a 1960s era high school school gymnasium/auditorium and was converted years ago into the largest banquet meeting hall in the county, preserving the original curtained stage for performance arts use with grants and donations from the public. 

Dane G. Hansen and the Post Rock Community Foundations have updated the facility with modern HVAC and recently provided for other improvements - new tables and comfortable chairs. 

The facility is located at 1247 N. 120th Road in Vesper Township,&nbsp; Lincoln, located right off Highway 18. 

Get more info and your tickets here&nbsp;<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jimmy-dee-and-the-fabulous-destinations-dinner-dance-and-concert-nov-14th-tickets-120459867707" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jimmy-dee-and-the-fabulous-des…</a>

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 </figure>If you love music from the 50s and 60s, mark Saturday, November 14 on your calendar for an event you don't want to miss. Jimmy Dee and The Fabulous Destinations will be performing live 7-10 p.m. at the Vesper Community Center in Vesper Township in Lincoln County.&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>Proceeds earned from the concert will go towards a new floor for the&nbsp; Vesper Community Center,&nbsp; which is run by an all volunteer run 501c3 organization.&nbsp;The admission price includes a delicious dinner, dessert and snacks along with music from the Kansas Music Hall of Fame cover band. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Only 80 tickets will be sold to allow for very spacious table seating for all guests and provide for a very large dance floor 4,800 sq. ft. facility. The Vesper community center was formerly a 1960s era high school school gymnasium/auditorium and was converted years ago into the largest banquet meeting hall in the county, preserving the original curtained stage for performance arts use with grants and donations from the public. Dane G. Hansen and the Post Rock Community Foundations have updated the facility with modern HVAC and recently provided for other improvements - new tables and comfortable chairs. The facility is located at 1247 N. 120th Road in Vesper Township,&nbsp; Lincoln, located right off Highway 18. Get more info and your tickets here&nbsp;<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jimmy-dee-and-the-fabulous-destinations-dinner-dance-and-concert-nov-14th-tickets-120459867707" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jimmy-dee-and-the-fabulous-des…</a>Questions? call 785 524 2466

Concert, dance to benefit Vesper Community Center

Come visit the Sternberg Museum on Halloween to pick up your goody bags! *Limited supply*

Location: Sternberg Museum's lobby, 3000 Sternberg Drive, Hays Time: 2-4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 31. Come in costume if you'd like!

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 </figure>Come visit the Sternberg Museum on Halloween to pick up your goody bags! *Limited supply* Location: Sternberg Museum's lobby, 3000 Sternberg Drive, Hays Time: 2-4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 31. Come in costume if you'd like!— Submitted

Sternberg Museum Trick or Treat features goody bags

Stockton United Methodist Church, 204 N. Elm Street, Stockton

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 </figure>3rd Annual Trunk or TreatStockton United Methodist Church, 204 N. Elm Street, StocktonFriday, Oct. 30&nbsp; 5:30-7 p.m.

Trunk or Treat at Stockton United Methodist Church Friday

Wednesday, November 11, 2020, 11 a.m. - 9 p.m .

Come join the United Way at the Golden Q, 809 Ash Street, on Wednesday, November 11.

Order the Cheeseburger special to benefit the United Way! Dine in or call for Carry Out at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=golden+q+hays+ks+menu&amp;rlz=1C1GCEA_enUS831US831&amp;oq=golden+q+hays+ks&amp;aqs=chrome.1.69i57j0.6224j0j7&amp;sourceid=chrome&amp;ie=UTF-8#">785-625-6913</a>!&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Wednesday, November 11, 2020, 11 a.m. - 9 p.m .Come join the United Way at the Golden Q, 809 Ash Street, on Wednesday, November 11. Order the Cheeseburger special to benefit the United Way! Dine in or call for Carry Out at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=golden+q+hays+ks+menu&amp;rlz=1C1GCEA_enUS831US831&amp;oq=golden+q+hays+ks&amp;aqs=chrome.1.69i57j0.6224j0j7&amp;sourceid=chrome&amp;ie=UTF-8#">785-625-6913</a>!&nbsp;&nbsp;

Golden Q to host United Way Dine Out Day Nov. 11

Shop our one-of-a-kind Christmas trees and holiday décor -- just what you need to cultivate that holiday spirit AND support the Hays ARC Park! We have unique, beautiful themed Christmas trees, fall décor, centerpieces, porch pots, home décor, and so much more! 

As a bonus, several items come with awesome mystery gift cards to area businesses!

Each tree is beautifully decorated with donated ornaments handpicked exclusively from The Arc Thrift Store. 

Themes include: Chiefs, KU, KSU, Nativity, Wizard of Oz, patriotic, rustic, farmhouse, mermaids, nutcrackers, John Deere, pheasants, dogs, homespun, southwest, and so much more! 

Gorgeous centerpieces, shelf displays, porch pots, and other décor for Thanksgiving and Christmas round out the auction.

The online auction opens NOVEMBER 6 at 9 a.m. and closes at 5 p.m. NOVEMBER 10. It will be open for bidding ANYTIME between those dates.

Come see the trees in person at The Arc activity room, 600 Main St. The Arc will be open 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (Nov. 6-7, 9-10). Buy it now is available! Or, just stop by to see the beautiful items and get inspired

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 </figure>Shop our one-of-a-kind Christmas trees and holiday décor -- just what you need to cultivate that holiday spirit AND support the Hays ARC Park! We have unique, beautiful themed Christmas trees, fall décor, centerpieces, porch pots, home décor, and so much more! As a bonus, several items come with awesome mystery gift cards to area businesses!Each tree is beautifully decorated with donated ornaments handpicked exclusively from The Arc Thrift Store. Themes include: Chiefs, KU, KSU, Nativity, Wizard of Oz, patriotic, rustic, farmhouse, mermaids, nutcrackers, John Deere, pheasants, dogs, homespun, southwest, and so much more! Gorgeous centerpieces, shelf displays, porch pots, and other décor for Thanksgiving and Christmas round out the auction.The online auction opens NOVEMBER 6 at 9 a.m. and closes at 5 p.m. NOVEMBER 10. It will be open for bidding ANYTIME between those dates.Come see the trees in person at The Arc activity room, 600 Main St. The Arc will be open 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (Nov. 6-7, 9-10). Buy it now is available! Or, just stop by to see the beautiful items and get inspired

Festival of Trees fundraiser for Hays ARC Park

Downtown Hays Development Corporation is excited to bring an ice skating rink to Downtown this winter!

We hope you'll come celebrate the GRAND OPENING with us on November 5th. Free hot chocolate and cookies will be available while supplies last.

The rink will be a synthetic material so no matter what mother nature throws at us, the rink will be open! Located under the beautiful Downtown Pavilion, the environment will be covered and monitored at all times.

Ticket sales this week will in part benefit the FHSU Cheer Team. Ticket purchases include skate rental.

Stay active outdoors while enjoying a fun time with family and friends in Downtown Hays this winter!

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 </figure>Downtown Hays Development Corporation is excited to bring an ice skating rink to Downtown this winter!We hope you'll come celebrate the GRAND OPENING with us on November 5th. Free hot chocolate and cookies will be available while supplies last.The rink will be a synthetic material so no matter what mother nature throws at us, the rink will be open! Located under the beautiful Downtown Pavilion, the environment will be covered and monitored at all times.Ticket sales this week will in part benefit the FHSU Cheer Team. Ticket purchases include skate rental.Stay active outdoors while enjoying a fun time with family and friends in Downtown Hays this winter!

Grand opening Nov. 5 of downtown Hays ice skating rink

October 29 is a fifth Thursday of the month. Therefore, there will not be a Hays City Commission work session that evening

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 </figure>City of HaysOctober 29 is a fifth Thursday of the month. Therefore, there will not be a Hays City Commission work session that evening

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