Stars and Splashes
Jul
4

Stars and Splashes

Hosted by Baldwin City Recreation Commission

Cool off on the 4th of July with FREE ADMISSION to the pool! We're adding to the festivities with a watermelon-eating contest, hot dog meals, and so much more.

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Independence Day Celebration
Jul
5

Independence Day Celebration

Hosted by Baldwin City Recreation Commission

See Event on Website See Facebook Event Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 5, at the Baldwin City Golf Course! Join us for a full evening of live music, food, drinks, family fun, and fireworks. Headlining this year is SAWYER BROWN, with additional musical performances by Kassi Ashton and Big Time Grain Co. featuring Dylan Gerard from The Voice. Enjoy a Beer Garden, top-notch vendors, and a FREE Kid’s Zone with face painting, inflatables, and a photo booth. Festivities start at 4:30PM and end with fireworks at 10:00PM. Full details on our Facebook event page!

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Free Summer Art and Creative Play
Jul
8

Free Summer Art and Creative Play

Hosted by Lumberyard Arts Center and Baldwin City Creative Arts

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Come and go between LAC and BCCA. Ideal for ages 3-10, but all welcome.

Join LAC for fun, hands-on art activities this summer, completely free! All supplies provided, just bring your creativity!

Join BCCA for “Come and Go Tumbling!” Staff will provide a safe environment to learn skills. Enjoy maneuvering your body through an obstacle course too!

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Chamber Luncheon
Jul
10

Chamber Luncheon

Join the Baldwin City business community and the Baldwin City Chamber of Commerce at a networking luncheon. Please RSVP at this Link

Guest Speaker: Dave Hill with Baldwin City Economic Development Corporation. He will present an update on the new housing developments in Baldwin City and about the plans and progress related to the daycare facility expansion in Baldwin City. This is all information you don’t want to miss hearing about!

Catered by Gambino’s Pizzeria

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Battleship: Cardboard Regatta
Jul
12

Battleship: Cardboard Regatta

Hosted by Baldwin City Recreation Commission

Put your engineering skills to the test in this hilarious, high-stakes poolside showdown! Teams will have 90 minutes to build a boat using only the materials provided before attempting to paddle their creation across the pool in a race against the other teams. Advanced registration required. Sign your team up today!

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Hypertufa Pots
Jul
12

Hypertufa Pots

Hosted by Vinland Valley Nursery

In this workshop you will learn the basic recipe and process for creating hypertufa containers. Hypertufa is an aggregate mixture pressed in or on boxes, baskets, and other forms to create rustic, natural-looking containers that can be planted in a variety of creative ways. A relatively light material compared to concrete, these sculptures and planters can withstand very cold temperatures. The moldable material makes it possible to create a variety of shapes and textures.

You will create one to two small planters during this two-hour workshop with the option to take home your piece to dry and cure, or leave it at VVN for pick up once dry. $40/person. More Information and Registration

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Dive-In Movie: MOANA
Jul
12

Dive-In Movie: MOANA

Hosted by Baldwin City Recreation Commission

Calling all voyagers! Set sail on Saturday, July 12, for a Dive-In Movie Night featuring Moana! Relax poolside or swim around while watching this family-favorite film. $5 admission (plus entry into prize drawings!). Buy your tickets here! Please note: no floaties allowed at this event.

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Sundays at Six: Off the Record
Jul
13

Sundays at Six: Off the Record

Hosted by Baldwin City Recreation Commission

See Website Event Page

Relax and unwind with Sundays at Six! Bring a chair, pack a picnic, and enjoy 90 minutes of live music in the heart of Sullivan Square. A perfect, lowkey way to wrap up your weekend: good tunes, good company, and a great community vibe!

Join us July 13 for an unforgettable evening with Off The Record!

Off The Record is a branch off of local Kansas City variety band Superstar Mafia. Over the last three years, the group, consisting of Joseph Ranaghan, Deann Kinsch, and Scotty McBee, has played throughout the KC area as two separate duos as well as a trio. Known for their powerful vocals, impressive musicianship, and overall versatility, Off The Record is a heady combination of talent and experience.

We'll see you there! View Facebook Event

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Not Your Typical Book Club
Jul
14

Not Your Typical Book Club

Hosted by the Baldwin City Public Library

We will have a potluck with Summer and 4th of July foods. Don't forget to bring book recommendations. As always, come enjoy the fun even if you don't bring book recommendations or food.  Remember, we meet every second Monday of each month from 12:30-2:00 pm.

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Schoolyard Splash Incoming 6th - 8th Grades
Jul
14

Schoolyard Splash Incoming 6th - 8th Grades

Hosted by Baldwin City Recreation Commission

Come enjoy an evening of fun at the pool with your peers! We’ll have games, treats, and a tasty hotdog meal ready for you. Fee is $6/person, but bring proof of participation in the library’s Summer Reading Program and get a $2 discount! 

  • For incoming 6th-8th graders: Monday, July 14, from 8:00PM-9:30PM

  • For incoming 3rd-5th graders: Monday, July 21, from 7:30PM-9:30PM

  • For incoming K-2nd graders: Monday, July 28, from 7:30PM-9:30PM

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Free Summer Art and Creative Play
Jul
15

Free Summer Art and Creative Play

Hosted by Lumberyard Arts Center and Baldwin City Creative Arts

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Come and go between LAC and BCCA. Ideal for ages 3-10, but all welcome.

Join LAC for fun, hands-on art activities this summer, completely free! All supplies provided, just bring your creativity!

Join BCCA for “Come and Go Tumbling!” Staff will provide a safe environment to learn skills. Enjoy maneuvering your body through an obstacle course too!

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Craft Your Stress Away
Jul
19

Craft Your Stress Away

Hosted by the Baldwin City Public Library

Back by popular demand, we will create waterproof stickers. Bring your photos, drawings, etc, to be made into a sticker. I will also print out some fun clip art. These stickers work great on water bottles and glassware. If you have any questions or need help with printing, please let me know. 

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Schoolyard Splash Incoming 3rd - 5th Grades
Jul
21

Schoolyard Splash Incoming 3rd - 5th Grades

Hosted by Baldwin City Recreation Commission

Come enjoy an evening of fun at the pool with your peers! We’ll have games, treats, and a tasty hotdog meal ready for you. Fee is $6/person, but bring proof of participation in the library’s Summer Reading Program and get a $2 discount! 

  • For incoming 6th-8th graders: Monday, July 14, from 8:00PM-9:30PM

  • For incoming 3rd-5th graders: Monday, July 21, from 7:30PM-9:30PM

  • For incoming K-2nd graders: Monday, July 28, from 7:30PM-9:30PM

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Free Summer Art and Creative Play
Jul
22

Free Summer Art and Creative Play

Hosted by Lumberyard Arts Center and Baldwin City Creative Arts

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Come and go between LAC and BCCA. Ideal for ages 3-10, but all welcome.

Join LAC for fun, hands-on art activities this summer, completely free! All supplies provided, just bring your creativity!

Join BCCA for “Come and Go Tumbling!” Staff will provide a safe environment to learn skills. Enjoy maneuvering your body through an obstacle course too!

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Our Local History
Jul
26

Our Local History

Hosted by the Baldwin City Public Library

Professor John Richards will speak on the struggles to establish both Baker University and Baldwin City, Kansas, which is detailed in our local author Katherine Burke Graziano's book "Baker Lands." We will be giving everyone who attends a free copy of "Baker Lands". 

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Schoolyard Splash Incoming K-2nd Grades
Jul
28

Schoolyard Splash Incoming K-2nd Grades

Hosted by Baldwin City Recreation Commission

Come enjoy an evening of fun at the pool with your peers! We’ll have games, treats, and a tasty hotdog meal ready for you. Fee is $6/person, but bring proof of participation in the library’s Summer Reading Program and get a $2 discount! 

  • For incoming 6th-8th graders: Monday, July 14, from 8:00PM-9:30PM

  • For incoming 3rd-5th graders: Monday, July 21, from 7:30PM-9:30PM

  • For incoming K-2nd graders: Monday, July 28, from 7:30PM-9:30PM

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Free Summer Art and Creative Play
Jul
29

Free Summer Art and Creative Play

Hosted by Lumberyard Arts Center and Baldwin City Creative Arts

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Come and go between LAC and BCCA. Ideal for ages 3-10, but all welcome.

Join LAC for fun, hands-on art activities this summer, completely free! All supplies provided, just bring your creativity!

Join BCCA for “Come and Go Tumbling!” Staff will provide a safe environment to learn skills. Enjoy maneuvering your body through an obstacle course too!

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Summer Movie Night: "Minecraft"
Aug
2

Summer Movie Night: "Minecraft"

Hosted by Baldwin City Recreation Commission

Grab your pickaxe and join us for a night of cubes, creativity, and community!

Come early to dig for diamonds, create pixel art, complete a Minecraft scavenger hunt, and snap a pic at our themed photo op! Then bring a blanket or some lawn chairs and settle in for a night of family-friendly fun in the heart of downtown Baldwin City.

Don't miss this epic Minecraft adventure on the big screen!

Additional Information
8:30PM: Activities
9:00PM: Showing
Cost: FREE

See Facebook Event See Minecraft Trailer

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Sundays at Six: Erica McKenzie
Aug
3

Sundays at Six: Erica McKenzie

Hosted by Baldwin City Recreation Commission

See Website Event Page

Relax and unwind with Sundays at Six! Bring a chair, pack a picnic, and enjoy 90 minutes of live music in the heart of Sullivan Square. A perfect, lowkey way to wrap up your weekend: good tunes, good company, and a great community vibe!

Join us August 3 for Erica McKenzie!

A designated "giver of goosebumps", Erica is a powerful vocalist and lyricist. Combining her pop/rock style with soulful intonations (and a sprinkle of country, R&B, folk, and jazz for flavor), Erica juxtaposes her bubbly personality with a hauntingly beautiful voice. Her eclectic approach reflects her family's roots in fostering her love of music while her lyrics, catchy and relatable, pull the listener along on her journey of authenticity and discovery.

Come see this one-woman band on our August 3 Sunday at Six! View Facebook Event

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Smoke on the Bricks
Aug
8
to Aug 9

Smoke on the Bricks

Visit Website with all the information and schedule. Get ready for the 7th annual Smoke on the Bricks BBQ contest and Taste of Baldwin City in 2025!  Mark your calendars for August 8th-9th for a weekend you won’t forget. This Kansas City Barbecue Society-sanctioned competition is a qualifying event for the American Royal World Series of Barbecue and the Jack Daniels World Championship for 2026. 

Come hungry and ready to party for the 7th Anniversary of Smoke on the Bricks on Friday!  Will a new team be crowned Smoke on the Bricks Champion? Or will a former champion reclaim the crown? Be here to find out!      

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Flower Arranging
Aug
9

Flower Arranging

Hosted by Vinland Valley Nursery

At this workshop, staff will share tips, techniques, and tricks for creating beautiful bouquets. Take a trip to the flower field where we will show you how to select the perfect flowers and greenery, then gather in the workshop to prepare and arrange your own bouquet. We will go over a variety of techniques for creating beautiful arrangements and guide you through creating them. $40 per person. Base price includes flowers from the field, floral supplies, and a vase. Additional flowers and vases are available, priced per piece. More Information

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Final Day of Vinland Fair
Aug
9

Final Day of Vinland Fair

Hosted by Vinland Fair

The final day of the fair kicks off with the pet parade, where kids can bring cats, dogs, goats and a variety of other animals to show off.

In the evening, catch the lawn tractor pull and homemade ice cream making competition.

Other events include the pedal tractor pull and livestock judging. Get more details on the schedule here.

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BC Fashion Show
Sep
6

BC Fashion Show

The BC Fashion Show returns September 6th at the Lumberyard Arts Center!

Join us for an evening of style and creativity as we highlight local boutiques and apparel designers. Garden party sponsored by Standard Grooming Supply and live music following the show.

More details coming soon! See Facebook Event

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Explore Baldwin Series
Sep
11

Explore Baldwin Series

We’re excited to launch our new Explore Baldwin Series! This series replaces our morning coffee meetups with casual, after-hours tours of local businesses. It’s a fresh way to connect, discover, and support the incredible places that make Baldwin City shine. RSVP Here

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Maple Leaf Gravel Grind
Oct
25

Maple Leaf Gravel Grind

Visit Website with More Information. Hosted by Baldwin City Recreation Commission.

Don't let the grind get you down! Saturday, October 25th, 2025, marks the 7th annual Maple Leaf Gravel Grind.  We offer 3 separate routes (16, 40, and 70 mile options) that highlight the beautiful fall foliage in and around Baldwin City, KS.  Each rider registered in time receives a t-shirt, goody bag, and commemorative item. All races are timed by the Timer Guys, and top three male and female finishers in the 70-mile race earn a cash prize.

Proceeds are split between Prairie Paws Animal Shelter in Ottawa, KS, and the Baldwin City Recreation Commission's scholarship fund, which provides opportunities for families in our community who may have difficulty paying for programs for their children. Prairie Paws Animal Shelter will be on site with animals available for adoption as well.

Following the race, riders are encouraged to stick around for the Maple Leaf Beer, Wine and Spirit Fest, a sampling event of regional wineries, breweries, and distilleries. MLGG participants receive a discount on tickets for this event. 

**Details about 2025 Gravel Grind coming soon**

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Maple Leaf Beer, Wine, and Spirit Fest
Oct
25

Maple Leaf Beer, Wine, and Spirit Fest

Visit Website with More Information. Hosted by Baldwin City Recreation Commission.

We've got spirit (and wine, and beer), yes we do, how about you!? Get ready, Baldwin City—the 5th Annual Maple Leaf Beer, Wine and Spirit Festival is coming! Join us on Saturday, October 25th, 2025, from 2:00-5:00 PM. Guaranteed to be a brew-tiful day, this event will leave you in high spirits and walking on cloud wine. Sponsored by Maley and Sons Construction, this adult-only event highlights some of the region’s best breweries, wineries and distilleries. 

Vendors throughout Sullivan Square as well as High Street between 7th and 8th will be ready to share some of their best selections with you. In addition to beer, wine and spirit samples, live music will provide the soundtrack for this relaxing day. Food trucks will be onsite with food for purchase, and light appetizers are included with your ticket.

This event is capped! Once tickets are sold out, they are gone.

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Explore Baldwin Series
Nov
13

Explore Baldwin Series

We’re excited to launch our new Explore Baldwin Series! This series replaces our morning coffee meetups with casual, after-hours tours of local businesses. It’s a fresh way to connect, discover, and support the incredible places that make Baldwin City shine.

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Ugly Sweater Fun Run
Dec
13

Ugly Sweater Fun Run

Hosted by Lumberyard Arts Center

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Join us for the 1st Annual Fun Run! Run, walk, and support the arts in our community!

Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
Location: Starting & ending at the Lumberyard Arts Center

Stay tuned for more details—registration opens soon!

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A Talk About Weeds with Master Gardener Russ Russo
Jun
28

A Talk About Weeds with Master Gardener Russ Russo

Hosted by the Baldwin City Public Library

All Ages.

We will present this program in conjunction with the Garden Connection and our Green Thumb series. Master Gardener Russ Russo will discuss "All About Weeds". This will be an informative talk and group discussion.  If you are like me, weeds are a problem in your garden. Looking forward to hearing about some solutions!

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Live on the Patio
Jun
28

Live on the Patio

Hosted by Uplift Baldwin

Join us for live music that makes your morning shine! Come sip, relax, and enjoy the sounds of local talent all month long! Compati is a heartfelt folk musician who blends traditional roots with modern storytelling, connecting deeply with listeners through acoustic songs. View Flyer

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Tombstone Cleaning
Jun
28

Tombstone Cleaning

Hosted by Prairie City Cemetery Association

See flyer with details Read About the Restoration Project

100 tombstones have been cleaned so far thanks to volunteer efforts!

  • Beautiful carvings, scripture passages and even stories about the deceased have been uncovered.

  • Recently, 14 junior high students from Baldwin, Eudora and Wellsville participated and did a fabulous job. We appreciate their help.

  • If you would like to be added to the cemetery’s email list for notifications about cleaning dates and other activities, let us know at Contact Us

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Veterans Family Camp
Jun
27
to Jun 29

Veterans Family Camp

Hosted by the Light Center

Starts with dinner Friday, June 27th at 6:00 PM (come early to set up camp if you like!)
Ends noon Sunday the 29th

Sing, play, marshmallows, Sweatlodge with Merle Anderson, Nature time, de-stress, and lots of mutual support and healing for all!

Please reserve sleeping space in the Yurt through Susan: Text 913-356-2525
(The barn space is already filled)
Tents and campers welcome too.

Suggested Donation: $50/person or as you are able to contribute
(No cost for children under 12 years)

REGISTER HERE

Please register by June 13th so we can plan meals.
Bring any special dietary needs for your family.

Let's all reach out to invite in more veterans!

We are thankful for the generous support of this event by Douglas Co. Community Foundation

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Sundays at Six: The Kansas City Symphony Mobile Music Box Concert
Jun
22

Sundays at Six: The Kansas City Symphony Mobile Music Box Concert

Hosted by Baldwin City Recreation Commission

Relax and unwind with Sundays at Six, our FREE summer concert series. Our next concert will feature the KC Symphony via their Mobile Music Box. Enjoy the majesty of classic chamber music performed live in the heart of Baldwin City! Details can be found at our website or our Facebook event page. 

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Tombstone Cleaning
Jun
22

Tombstone Cleaning

Hosted by Prairie City Cemetery Association

See flyer with details Read About the Restoration Project

100 tombstones have been cleaned so far thanks to volunteer efforts!

  • Beautiful carvings, scripture passages and even stories about the deceased have been uncovered.

  • Recently, 14 junior high students from Baldwin, Eudora and Wellsville participated and did a fabulous job. We appreciate their help.

  • If you would like to be added to the cemetery’s email list for notifications about cleaning dates and other activities, let us know at Contact Us

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Fairy Gardens
Jun
21

Fairy Gardens

Hosted by the Baldwin City Public Library

We will make Fairy Gardens. We are presenting this program with the Garden Connection and in combination with our Craft Your Stress Away series and our Green Thumb series. It is for all ages.

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Live on the Patio
Jun
21

Live on the Patio

Hosted by Uplift Baldwin

Join us for live music that makes your morning shine! Come sip, relax, and enjoy the sounds of local talent all month long! Byron James blends classical technique, folk roots, and jazz nuance into a distinctive, melodic instrumental style. View Flyer

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Our Local History Series Presents: Free Guided Bus Tours
Jun
21

Our Local History Series Presents: Free Guided Bus Tours

Hosted by Santa Fe Trail Historical Society

View Flyer with Information

9:00 a.m. Guided Tour of Santa Fe Trail Route in Baldwin area. Led by John Richards.

10:30 a.m. Guided Tour of the Vinland Area. Led by Mel Verhaerghe.

Seating is limited so come early!

Buses pick up along 7th Street next to the post office. Seating limited - no reservations

Brought to you by Santa Fe Trail Historical Society and Baldwin City Public Library as part of the “Our Local History” Series.

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Poolside Peace: Yoga on Deck
Jun
21

Poolside Peace: Yoga on Deck

Hosted by Baldwin City Recreation Commission and Om Grown Yoga and Wellness Collective

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The summer solstice marks the longest day of the year—a time to honor the sun, embrace renewal, and soak in the season's energy. What better way to celebrate than with an uplifting, all-levels yoga flow on the Baldwin City Pool deck?

Led by OmGrown, we’ll start the morning with renewing movement, good company, post-class mimosa (provided by The Well Nest) and coffee refreshments (provided by Uplift), and a quick dip in the pool! Whether you wear your suit or bring it along, it’s up to you!

Date: Saturday, June 21
Time: 8:00AM-10:00AM
Fee: $20 per person (registration required)

Register Here

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Third Friday Market
Jun
20

Third Friday Market

View Website with All Information. Join the community in downtown Baldwin City for a vibrant summer evening of local farmers, makers, and storefronts, live music, art, and hands on kids activities both educational and fun!

6:30 p.m. Kari and Tempe are returning to the streets of downtown Baldwin City with their mobile dairy classroom! Kari is associated with Southwest Dairy Farmers and will provide an in person milking demonstration with a live cow. She will have facts and information about milk and be able to answer your milk questions. They will be located in the ally off 8th Street between Grove and High Streets.

5:30 p.m. Homemade ice cream competition. Freezing begins.

7:30 p.m. Ice cream judging begins in Sullivan Square. Once ice cream has been judged, it will be available for purchase at $1 a serving or $4 for a sampler platter of up to 6 flavors.

7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Live Music in Sullivan Square sponsored by Clearwave Fiber. Featuring Rosewood & Rosin (The Meyerkorth Family).

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Lunch and Movie
Jun
20

Lunch and Movie

Come join the Vinland Valley Community Church for an afternoon of fellowship and faith.

Watching All Saints. Based on a true story, a salesman - turned - pastor Michael Spurlock of a tiny Episcopal (Anglican) church in Smyrna, Tennessee, is ordered to shut it down. He attempts to save the church, as well as a group of refugees from Karen State, Myanmar, in Southeast Asia.

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50+ Coffee and Donuts
Jun
20

50+ Coffee and Donuts

Hosted by Baldwin City Recreation Commission

It’s the 3rd Friday of the month, and you know what that means—Coffee & Donuts at the Community Center! Join us this Friday at 9:00 AM for fresh donuts, hot coffee, and even better company. No registration required. See you there!

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Youth Mental Health First Aid
Jun
17

Youth Mental Health First Aid

Hosted by Baldwin City Public Library

Come to a Youth Mental Health First Aid class at the Library.

Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and adolescents ages 12-18. You will receive a participant manual and a processing guide to take home.

Space is very limited. You MUST register online to attend:

https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSf42523ir0.../viewform...

PLEASE NOTE: The library will be closed to the public on June 17 so that our staff can take part in this very important training.

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Would you like to get involved, help the community, and have some fun while you’re at it? Connect with us now! No membership required.