Osawatomie Chamber of Commerce
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Be sure to contact us with your news, specials and events!
Executive Director: Hitomi Lamirande
509 5th Street, PO Box 63
Think Local, Shop Local, Keep it Local
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Please Welcome Our Newest Chamber Member!
It is with great pleasure that I welcome Kansas City Roofing & Sheetmetal to the Chamber!
Thank you to Mike Halverson and Angie Chase for your inquiries into joining the Osawatomie Chamber of Commerce! You will find that our Business Community is a FANTASTIC one to be a part of and we welcome you!
For more information regarding Kansas City Roofing & Sheetmetal, please feel free to visit the Chamber's Website and click on the "Directory" link which will then allow you to find their information for further
inquiries
into their business.
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4th Annual Chamber of Commerce Golf Classic
Saturday, October 6th registration beginning at 8:00 a.m.
The Chamber's Annual Golf Tournament is just around the corner and we have LOTS of FUN planned for the day. If you're interested in forming a Team or Sponsoring this event, it's not too late!
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Membership Renewals for the Chamber of Commerce
Memberships will be mailed out early next week. Please look for those in the mail, or you may download the renewal form from the Chamber's website and send it back via e-mail if you'd like.
If you have any questions regarding your renewal, please free free to call the office.
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Citizen of the Year Nominations Sought
Annually, Chamber Members recognize a Volunteer/Citizen of the Year Award. The award is presented during the Annual Chamber Dinner and is given to an individual who consistently demonstrates their commitment to this community through volunteerism, support of the advancement of our business community and leadership. The Board is now accepting nominations and a winner will be determined based on the above mentioned criteria. Please
submit your nomination
, to the Chamber Office no later than Friday, October 19th. The Board will not accept any nominations beyond that.
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SEPTEMBER BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT
OSAWATOMIE PUBLIC LIBRARY
A library has served the community of
Osawatomie since 1889, and though the locations have changed – the mission to serve the community has remained the same.
As the needs of their patrons have evolved over the last 129 years, so too have the library’s services to meet those needs. Where once the library was primarily known for offering books and magazines, their patrons can now enjoy DVD’s, music, computers, history, programs and classes in addition to a huge variety of books in every genre.
In 2006, the Library Board created a vision to expand and enhance the existing library building to meet its changing role in Osawatomie. After creating an overall plan for what they wanted to see happen, the Board hired Elizabeth Trigg as the new Library Director to make that vision a reality. Plans were drawn up, contracts signed and a
Community Development Block Grant Program was
obtained.
Finally, in the summer of 2009, construction began on Phase 1 of the Library renovation. At this time, the Library was made ADA compliant including the installation of an elevator. This gave the library access to a once unusable basement, presenting them with an additional 3,600 square feet to work with. After completion, the Board immediately began plans and fundraising efforts to implement Phase 2, which would further increase the square footage of the library .
In June of 2016, the library was remembered in the will of former Osawatomie resident Franchelle Maxine Cliff. Ms. Cliff left a Memorial that allowed the library to invest in its current remodel. Thanks to her wonderful donation, the library was able to update the lights and electrical system and was also able to install a new alarm system. They have rearranged the books, painted rooms, created a Kansas Room and a small meeting room and have moved all of the children’s books to the lower level to allow for a more self- contained youth department.
Through the effort of many, Library services now include a fully automated on-line catalog, after school programs, summer reading programs, a video-conversion station (upcoming), 30,000 books, a microfiche machine, a 3-D Printer, educational and crafting classes, community partnerships and other opportunities that benefit their patrons.
The Library Staff includes Tanya Ashely (interlibrary loan), Tammy Lyons (social media consultant), Jan Lindsey (Circulation), Shay Hanysak (Children’s Programing), Amanda Murphy (Adult Programing) and Director Elizabeth Trigg. They look forward to seeing you and will continue to make Osawatomie the wonderful place that we all love and enjoy!
Special for the Month:
The Osawatomie Public Library will be having a Ribbon Cutting and hosting a coffee at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 11th at their facility (527 Brown Avenue). Please show your support by attending this coffee. This is a great way to get to know their phenomenal staff and a great way to visit with other businesses! Your support for their business is appreciated
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END OF SEPTEMBER BEGINNING OF OCTOBER EVENTS
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New Lancaster General Store Presents Rupert Wates
Saturday, September 22nd beginning at 7:00 p.m.
The New Lancaster General Store will be hosting Rupert Wates. Come early and enjoy the beautiful Miami County countryside and this historic venue. Feel free to enjoy a glass of Middle Creek Winery wine or wine slushie. They will also be having free, brats, beans and slaw. All open range concerts are kid friendly. If you would like to purchase tickets, please feel free to visit
www.brownpapertickets.com
For additional questions, you may also contact the NewLancaster General Store at
(913) 377-4689.
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Osawatomie Elks #921 Fundraiser
422 Main Street
Drawing is on Wednesday, September 26th
Purchase a $20 ticket for a chance to win a in September. The drawing for September will be on September 26th. If your name is drawn it goes back in the pot for another chance to win! They have had multiple winners the last two years. For tickets contact the Elks Lodge at (913) 755-2334 or Tom Troutman at (913) 909-0700. The Lodge is closed on Mondays and Thursdays and open Tuesday - Friday at 4:00 p.m. and on Saturday's and Sunday's at 12:00 p.m.
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USD 367 Family Fitness Park Ribbon Cutting
300 11th Street
Friday, September 28th at 6:30 p.m.
Come out and celebrate the opening of the new Fitness Park located just next to the Ozone's outdoor pool! At 5:30 p.m. First Option Bank will be sponsoring a hot dog feed, followed by a recognition of donors at 6:15 and then a Ribbon Cutting. Don't forget to stick around for the Homecoming activities that evening at the Football Stadium as well!
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Friends of the Mentally Ill Foundation Potluck & Business Meeting
11th and Main Street (Community Church of Christ)
Monday, October 1st at 6:00 p.m.
The Friends of the Mentally Ill Foundation is having their annual meeting for all foundation members. They will have a potluck dinner with lots of delicious foods! After that, they will hold their annual meeting and election of Board Members. They will be renewing their memberships as well. There fundraising ladies will have some neat items that will make great presents. Bring a Spouse, a Friend or just Yourself! They hope you'll come out and enjoy! If you have any questions, please feel free to call Phyllis Sharp at (913) 731-0523.
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Troop 106 Annual Spaghetti Feed
1200 Trojan Drive (OHS Cafeteria)
Friday, October 5th from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Come and enjoy all you can eat spaghetti, salad, garlic bread and 1 dessert (for $1.00 more you can enjoy an extra dessert). Tickets are $6.00 for adults, $4.00 for ages 3-12 and 2 & under eat free. They do have to go containers if you would like to just grab a plate and go. Lemonade, water and tea will also be available to drink. You may purchase tickets at the door or from any of the Boy Scouts in the troop. All the money raised helps the Boys pay for their summer camp. They are also hoping to go on a high adventure camp during the summer of 2019 to New Mexico.
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4th Annual Osawatomie Chamber of Commerce Golf Classic
Saturday, October 6th registration beginning at 8:00
Please join us in making this year’s Golf Classic a great day for all involved! Your participation in this event will also give your business or association an excellent opportunity to reach a large audience with your very important message. Join us this year with your support and participation as we use the links of the Osawatomie Golf Course as your link to a more successful future.
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Rush the Rails
Saturday, October 6th beginning at 7:30 a.m.
For anyone who has not pre-registered, you will still be able to do so at 7:00 a.m. that morning at the High School. For more information regarding where to camp the night before, or about the event in general, visit their website at
Rush the Rails.
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October 31st:
Annual Spook Parade
November 13th: Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner
November 13th: World Kindness Day
December 1st: Osawatomie's Winter Bazaar
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If your company is hiring, or you know of another company hiring, please feel free to contact the Chamber Office with your information and I will gladly post any job openings here!
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LET'S EAT! GRAB A BITE WITH THIS WEEK'S SPECIALS!
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CHRIS' CAFE - 537 Main Street - (913) 256-6012
Monday, September 24th: Lasagna
Tuesday, September 25th: Grilled Chicken Dinner
Wednesday, September 26th: All You Can Eat Soup
Thursday, September 27th: Bacon Double Cheeseburger with Fries
Friday, September 28th: Pot Roast Dinner
GRANDSTAND BURGERS - 812 South Silver, Paola - (913) 594-4258
Enjoy September's "Sandwich of the Month".
The Sandwich of the Month is the Roasted Pulled Pork Sandwich with some Sweet Baby Rays BBQ Sauce. They like it with a slice of Pepper Jack and Onion Rings. They will gladly add or subtract any toppings making it the way you want it! Stop in for a bite or call ahead with your order!
LA HACIENDA ESPECIALES - 546 Main Street - (913) 256-4570
Tuesday's: Tacos are $1.40/each all day long
Thursday's: Enchiladas are $1.40/each all day long
Friday's: $1.00 off any lunch specials (#10 thru #13)
Friday's: $1.00 off any flavored 22-ounce Margarita
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Miami County Economic Development:
Planning has already begun for the 2019 Miami County Visitor’s Guide. This annual publication reaches groups, families and individuals planning visits to our region. The 11,000 guides are distributed locally as well as through state travel and visitor information centers primarily located in Kansas and Missouri. If you are interested please feel free to call Janet McRae at (913) 294-4045 or any of your local Chamber Directors.
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JK Custom Communications:
Is offering any New House Account a $5 credit, which goes a long way in copies! Be sure to stop in for your printing n
eeds!
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CELEBRATE YOUR SPECIAL DAY WITH THESE VENUES!
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The Loft on Sixth:
They are able to host events of all sizes at their beautiful facility to include weddings, showers, anniversaries, reunions, memorials, small business events and larger corporate events!
Hanes Florist for Any Occasion:
H
anes also has $5 Cash and Carry Fridays. This includes a wrapped bouquet. Stop in and pick up your bouquet on Friday for that special someone!
Country Vintage Inn:
Do you have guests coming to town? Consider having them stay at this quaint little themed motel for their visit.
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LOOKING FOR SOMETHING ELSE IN OSAWATOMIE?
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Osawatomie Chamber of Commerce | 509 5th Street, P.O. Box 63
| Phone: (913) 755-4114 |
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