There will be a fundraiser for the USD383 FIT Closet on Thursday, June 20th from 3:00 – 8:00 pm at Raising Cane’s, 329 E Poyntz Avenue. Mention the fundraiser at the register and Cane’s will donate 15% of sales to USD383 FIT Closet.
Sampler Saturday is becoming a staple at the Farmer’s Market. Come hungry, try tons of local food, and enjoy the morning. Every week they have samplers, but this Saturday they are going to kick it up a notch! More vendors will be sampling! Come on down and spend the morning with them. Live music, fresh picked fruits and veggies, fresh baked goodies, local meat, handmade ares& crafts and so much more.
It’s time for the Little Apple Paddle! This year they are making an OFFICIAL attempt to break the Guiness Book of World Record’s longest parade of canoe’s and kayaks! Bring your own vessel or rent one of theirs, but hurry – rentals won’t last long! Registration ends on June 28th. They will depart from Linear Trail Head (E Hwy 24) at 9:00 am and arrive at St George around 1:00 pm. Lunch and t-shirt included. Questions? Contact Ryan McKee at 785-587-2768, or email mckee@cityofmhk.com.
Veterans Motorcycle Club Junction City presents Christmas in July Toy Run on Saturday, July 20th. Registration starts at City Cycle Sales @10:30 am. 1st Bike out at 11:00. Last Bike out at 12:30. Ending at American Legion #45. $10 Rider’s Hand. $5 Passenger’s Hand OR Unwrapped and Unopened Toy of equivalent value. $50 Prize for Best Hand. 50/50 Raffle. Proceeds and toys supporting Operation Santa Claus, Fort Riley. For information contact Shawn at 253-355-1854.
A Mental Health First Aid certification course will be held on Wednesday, July 24th from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm at the Riley County Health Department. This is an eight hour certification course that trains participants to help people who may be experiencing a mental health problem or crisis. Pawnee Mental Health will facilitate this training. You will learn a five step action plan to help someone developing a mental health problem or crisis. Local resources to turn to for help (professional, peer, self-help). Training if FREE but registration is required. To register go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mental-health-first-aid-hosted-by-riley-county-health-department-tickets-62714047404.