3-29-2011
INFORMATION FROM THE PUBLIC….FOR THE PUBLIC!!
Deadline for submitting information for this weekly distribution is Monday at 5 PM!
NEW ITEMS for March/April:
DID YOU KNOW that Chelsie Wright is joining Studio D Salon & Spa as our Nail Technician? She will be offering manicures, pedicures, shellac, and acrylic nails. Call 785-630-.0851 to book your appointment.
DID YOU KNOW You don’t have to pack up your winter coats? You can donate yours to the CCCMS 8th grade Winter Clothing Drive and treat yourself to a new one next year! 8th grade CCCMS students are collecting winter hats, coats, gloves, and scarves. We are donating the items to the Lighthouse to stock up for next winter. Collection ends March 31st Boxes are located at the Middle School, Kiers, Ray’s Apple Market, the Courthouse, City Hall, and Patterson’s.
DID YOU KNOW there is a new ministry in Clay Center Located in Common Ground Ministries? Millie’s Closet - Providing prom dresses and accessories to high school girls in Clay Center and surrounding areas! “It is the goal of the outreach ministry to promote self-confidence and individual beauty by giving each girl the opportunity to find the perfect dress for prom.” If you know of a young girl who could benefit from this ministry, call Mary Jensen at 785-632-5839 to set up an appointment.
WEEKLY EVENTS/MEETINGS
DID YOU KNOW the Chamber of Commerce has a weekly community coffee? They will meet on Wednesday, March 30th at 8:00AM
DID YOU KNOW Parents as Teachers Play Group meet every Wednesday 9:30AM-11:00 at the District Gym on Prospect, behind CCCHS. All play groups are open to any family that has a child between 0-3 years old. Older siblings are also welcome. There will be no Play Group when school is not in session.
DID YOU KNOW that Rotary Club will meet Thursday, March 31th at Noon? The speaker will be Marvin VanBlaricon with Clay County EMS. If you would like to attend future Rotary meetings as a guest or become a member please contact a current member for information.
DID YOU KNOW the Rex Theatre shows movies each week? On Tuesday, Wednesday at 7:00PM and Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 6:00PM is “Mars needs Moms!” Rated PG- After tormenting his sister and refusing to eat his veggies, Milo (Seth Green) lands in big trouble and starts viewing his mom (Joan Cusack) as uncaring and unfair. But when Martians suddenly abduct her, Milo rushes to the rescue and discovers why all moms are so special. In this fun-filled animated film, based on Berkeley Breathed's popular book, Martians need loving, hardworking mothers just as much as humans do. On Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 8:15PM is “Battle: Los Angelas” Rated PG-13. Led by their skillful staff sergeant (Aaron Eckhart), a platoon of gutsy Marines, including Santos (Michelle Rodriguez), Simmons (Taylor Handley) and Lockett (Cory Hardrict), fight to protect all humankind from astonishingly powerful aliens who've suddenly invaded Los Angeles. Jonathan Liebesman (The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning) directs this sci-fi film that also stars Lucas Till, Ramon Rodriguez, Bridget Moynahan and Michael Peña.
DID YOU KNOW the Clay County Commission meets every Monday at 8:30AM?
DID YOU KNOW the Clay Center Lion’s Club meets every Tuesday at Noon? Lions will meet on Tuesday, April 5th.
DID YOU KNOW Weight Watchers meets every Tuesday at the Evangelical Covenant Church 1330 15th Street? Weigh in is between 5:30 – 6:00PM, the meeting starts at 6:00 and goes to 6:30. For new members there will be a short Getting Started session after the meeting.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/UPCOMING EVENTS
DID YOU KNOW “Total Addictions” (Formerly “Shoes ETC”} Ribbon cutting ceremony will be held April 8th at 3:00PM? Come out and support them as they celebrate their name change.
DID YOU KNOW the Chamber of Commerce is hosting “Clay Days’? CLAY DAYS will be held indoors at the National Guard Armory. There will be three events this year and as we grow, we will continue to add weekends. CLAY DAYS will begin on Friday 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Sunday 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Our first weekend will be April 8th, 9th, and 10th. We still have room for vendors. Mark your calendar to attend. Contact Andy at the Chamber of Commerce at 785-632-5674 for more information.
DID YOU KNOW The GFWC Clay Center Women’s Club is participating in a Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k, 5k, 2 mile Walk? This is to help raise awarenss to end child abuse. It will be Saturday, April 9th. For more information contact Kathy Vanlew at 805-630-6207 or Geri Meals at 785-632-6168 for more information.
DID YOU KNOW Clay Center Family Dental Care's Annual Mission of Mercy Charity Dental Day on Friday, April 15. On Friday, April 15th, 2011, Dr. Rick Hammel and Dr. Dustin Kruse and their team will be spreading goodwill and cheer to the local community with the Clay Center Dental Mission of Mercy event. This is an annual gift of free dental exams, x-rays, simple fillings, extractions and cleanings to those who would not otherwise have access to these important treatments. Services will be rendered to adult patients only (only age 18 and above) on a first come, first served basis from 7:30AM to 4:30PM on Friday, April 15th at the Clay Center Family Dental Care office at 714 Liberty St., Clay Center, KS. Tickets may be obtained as early as 5:00PM on that day. Check out the website www.ClayCenterDentalMission.com. For information, contact call Nancy Hammel at 785-632-7319.
DID YOU KNOW Lifeline Emergency Response Services will be hosting an “Open House” at the Clay County Medical Center on Wednesday April 20, 2011 from 1:00PM to 3:00PM on the north side of the Wellness Center. This event is to share information about Lifelines upcoming Annual Fundraiser. A -2011 Ford Focus will be on display, so please join us for refreshments.
DID YOU KNOW the Chamber of Commerce Easter Eggstravaganza is coming up? On April 23rd, meet the Bunny at 9:15AM on the west side steps of the Courthouse. At 10:00AM the hunt begins once the Fire Engine Siren goes off!!!
DID YOU KNOW The 31st Annual KCLY Spring Fair will be Friday, April 29th at the National Guard Armory 10:00AM to 8:00PM. For more information of how you can participate as a vendor call 632-5661 and talk to Joyce Beck or Robin Sherbert or go online at www.kclyradio.com for registration. There will be approximately 80 booths at this one day expo show. Enjoy seeing, learning and purchasing from a variety of home, business, and health related businesses. Everyone is invited and encouraged to attend this fun and informative day. KCLY Spring Fair (100.9 FM on your radio dial)
DID YOU KNOW Clay Center Business and Professional Women will host the 2nd annual Glamour and Glitz for Gals on May 7, from 9:00AM to 3:00PM at the Catholic Parrish Hall in Clay Center. Vendor applications will be taken until April 15. In addition to the vendor booths, BPW members will have breakfast and lunch items for sale as well as baked goods. Questions may be directed to Emma Brownell at 632-2801. The event is open and free to the public.
DID YOU KNOW THE GREAT REPUBLICAN RIVER DUCK RACE WILL BE HELD ON MAY 7, 2011 BEGINNING AT 1:00 P.M. THE DUCKS WILL BE RELEASED ON PROPERTY OWNED BY DATON HESS, AND WILL FLOW TO THE SOUTH RIVER BRIDGE. THE FIRST FIVE DUCKS TO CROSS THE FINISH LINE HAVE A CHANCE TO WIN A 2011 DODGE CHARGER FROM GREEN TEAM OF CLAY CENTER, INC. DUCKS SELL FOR $5 EACH OR 5 FOR $20. ALL PROCEEDS FROM THE DUCK RACE GO TO THE CLAY COUNTY RELAY FOR LIFE. THE PRIZES FOR THIS YEAR'S DUCK RACE ARE AS FOLLOWS: 1ST PLACE - $500 CASH 2ND PLACE - 1/2 HOG 3RD PLACE - OVERNIGHT STAY AT PRAIRIE BAND HOTEL & CASINO 4TH PLACE - $50 GAS CERTIFICATE FROM CARVER'S COUNTRYSIDE MARKET 5TH PLACE - MEAL FOR 2 AT DANNY'S GRILL & CATERING
THERE ARE DUCKS AVAILABLE AT GEORGE'S JEWELRY, PAMIDA, AND GREEN TEAM OF CLAY CENTER, INC., OR BY CALLING LINDA UNDERWOOD AT 785-632-0369. PLEASE HELP US REACH OUR GOAL OF 1,000 DUCKS TO QUALIFY FOR THE NEW DODGE CHARGER FROM GREEN TEAM OF CLAY CENTER, INC.
THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION HAS APPEARED IN PRIOR EDITIONS
DID YOU KNOW the KCLY Radio Mall can help save you money at many of your favorite businesses? Log onto www.kclyradio.com and click on the shopping bag icon that say “Radio Mall”. You can save money at local businesses, for both the practical needs and the splurges. At the KCLY Radio Mall you buy certificates at a discount. Purchase your cash certificates on line and they will be mailed directly to you whether its restaurants, auto parts, or a bouquet of flowers – the Radio Mall is simply saving you money!
DID YOU KNOW Clay County Crime Stoppers now has a website? You can check out Clay County Crime Stoppers website at www.claycountycs.org to find out the crime of the week or to post a tip. You can also call 800-222-8477 or text CLAYTIP plus your message to CRIMES (274637). You can make your tips anonymously and still be eligible for up to $1,000 if the case is solved.
DEXTER PARK PLAYGROUND PROJECT INFORMATION:
DID YOU KNOW individuals or businesses can sponsor specific components in the park? The Dexter Park Fundraising Committee has released a brochure with all the available components in the park listed. You or your business could sponsor a Slide, Spring Toy, Sandbox, Tree House, Bridge, Swings, Tic Tac Toe or a variety of other components. Ranging in price from $500 - $5,000 these components will be sold on a first come first served basis – so you must act quickly! Several components have already been sold! Please stop by the Information Center at 517 Court, or call 632-5974 for more information about components. There are a total of 60 components available and 23 have already been spoken for.
DID YOU KNOW The Dexter Park Playground Project has raised OVER $144,000 and has more pickets to sell. (We have sold 120 pickets to date). If you would like to donate to the Dexter Park Playground Project – your tax deductible donations can be made payable to CCCIF and mailed to 517 Court; Clay Center, KS 67432. Check out the website at www.ccplayground.homestead.com for more information and to download a donation/picket form! We are also looking for volunteers to help in any area of the project! (Fundraising, PR, Food, Child Care, Building, etc.) The Build Dates have been set for April 27 – May 1, 2011! We still need volunteers for the build!
DID YOU KNOW that the Dexter Park Playground committee is selling pickets? The Dexter Park Playground Committee is selling pickets for the playground projects. The pickets will make up a fenced in area around the playground equipment. The pickets cost $50 and can be personalized with up to 18 characters per picket. The pickets are made of a plastic composite type material that should last a lifetime! If you would like to purchase a picket to support this community wide project, please stop by the Information Center at 517 Court. (A sample of the picket is on display at the Information Center!) You can also get a form from the website at http://ccplayground.homestead.com/index.html Pickets are still for sale but there is a late fee of $5.
DID YOU KNOW Green Team of Clay Center is offering pickets in the park? Green Team of Clay Center is helping with the Dexter Park Playground Project by offering to purchase a picket in the park for anyone buying a new car. Stop by the Green Team for more information.
DID YOU KNOW Distinctive Images is offering a unique donation to the Dexter Park Playground Project? Distinctive Images will donate $1 for every new Year of the Tiger shirt sold. You can view the design at http://photos-d.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs386.snc3/23576_386336381981_744516981_5141920_7825057_n.jpg or stop by the store. What a great way to support the Tigers and the Playground project. 2010 is the Chinese Zodiac Year of the Tiger, so Distinctive Images has tapped into this unique opportunity in an ad campaign for the Clay Center Tigers!
DID YOU KNOW this is a weekly newsletter? Please share this newsletter with friends, family & co-workers (forward to your email groups) and if they would like to be added to the newsgroup list – they can email Robyn at clayksrobyn@eaglecom.net. If you would like to submit information for this newsletter, please send your requests to the same email address listed above or call 632-5974 by 5:00 PM on the Monday before you want the information sent out (newsletters go out every Tuesday). Let’s keep Clay County residents informed about what is happening in our communities, so they will THINK CLAY COUNTY FIRST!