“December is the time for remembering the past and reaching toward the future.” — William Arthur Ward

Chamber Ribbon Cutting

Tuesday, November 5th at 10 a.m.

Revolution Free Methodist Church

1337 W. Kansas Ave.

Join us in celebrating Revolution Free Methodist Church's expanded space with a Chamber Ribbon Cutting.

We hope to see you there!

Cookies with Santa

Believe in the magic of the season as you capture memorable pictures of your little one visiting with Santa.

Thursday, December 7th, 5-6:30 p.m.

at Southview Veterinary Hospital, 1423 S. 81 Bypass

Saturday, December 9th, 9:30-11 a.m.

at Nex-Tech Wireless, 200 W. Champlin

Saturday, December 9th, 2-3:30 p.m.

at JP Weigand & Sons, 1348 N. Main

Thursday, December 14th, 5-6:30 p.m.

at Stupka Chiropractic & Wellness Center, 114 W. Euclid

Saturday, December 16th, 9:30-11 a.m.

at Clayworks, 107 N. Main

Saturday, December 16th, 2-3:30 p.m.

at Craft Coffee Parlor, 120 N. Main

Thursday, December 21st, 5-6:30 p.m.

at Hidden Closet Bookshelf, 118 S. Main

The free holiday movies and cookies with Santa are part of the McPherson Chamber and Main Street Holiday Promotion.

Public Encouraged to attend YEC on Dec. 13

As a NetWork Kansas Entrepreneurship Community, the McPherson Chamber of Commerce organizes the YEC as an opportunity to encourage entrepreneurship and community engagement.

McPherson high school students in Paul Reichenberger's entrepreneurship class will be competing in 3 areas: executive summary, also known as their business plan; a 4-minute presentation; and a tradeshow booth.

The public is encouraged to visit with the students at their tradeshow booths between 9 and 11a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 13th at the McPherson Community Building, 122 E. Marlin. Your interest and questions about their business plans may be the boost they need to launch their business in McPherson! Vote for your favorite tradeshow booth while you are there.

The YEC is part of the E-Community Program administered by the McPherson Chamber of Commerce.

Free Holiday Movie

Take a break from the busyness of the season and bring the family out to enjoy a FREE movie, screened at the McPherson Opera House, 219 S. Main. Rise of the Guardians — Saturday, December 16th at 3 p.m.

Watch the movie trailer.

Movies are sponsored by these members: Ken D. Cotton DDS, Hutton, H&R Block, Artshirt Gear for Sport, Stockham Family Funeral Home, Elliott Insurance, MTC, The Stone Chimney, Brown's Shoe Fit, Rise Private Wealth Management, Nex-Tech Wireless, JP Wiegand & Sons, Mid Kansas Dental, Nooks & Crannies Floral

Keeping Dollars Local with ChamberChecks

Ask Us How YOUR BUSINESS can be listed on Every ChamberCheck

Holiday season is fast approaching and shoppers will be searching for the perfect gifts. Before the rush, be sure that YOUR business is participating in the ChamberCheck program. For only $25/year, your business will be listed on EVERY ChamberCheck printed all year long. Awesome business exposure, plus it supports business growth while shopping locally.

What better exposure than to have your business' name on every ChamberCheck ahead of the holiday season rush?! Learn more about the ChamberCheck program here. Contact the McPherson Chamber at 620-241-3303 or email chamber@mcphersonks.org

Kansas Gas Service

Did you know that Kansas Gas Service is the largest natural gas distribution utility in Kansas, providing safe, reliable natural gas to more than 648,000 customers in 360 communities. Of those 6,000 are in McPherson.

Katie Bowers, community relations manager, Brian Rush, supervisor, and Lauren Clary, market development shared information during Chamber Connections. We learned that safety is at the forefront of every decision they make, and system integrity is a critical component of their safety program. Kansas Gas Service has spent millions on pipeline system improvements in Kansas to keep employees, customers, and the communities they serve, safe.

Bowers provided information about several weatherization products that you can add to your home, tips to stay warm this winter, and the Share the Warmth program they partner on to assist those in need.

Natural gas, distributed by Kansas Gas Service, is an efficient and inexpensive source of energy, and it is an important part of the energy mix to keep your family comfortable and warm! Peace of mind means “Natural gas is reliable in the most challenging weather conditions, including as a backup power source. It helps lighten the load on the electric grid and is the perfect partner as a backup for renewable energy sources.” Find out more on their website www.kansasgasservice.com

And the GREAT news is that average US Natural Gas bills are expected to decrease this winter compared to last year according to a report from the Energy Information Administration.

Be sure to check out photos from the November 30th Chamber Connection!

December

4

Free Gingerbread House Pick-Up

7:30 a.m.-? at the McPherson Convention & Visitors Bureau - 1111 E. Kansas

Stop by and get a free gingerbread house – one kit per family – then enter the Virtual Gingerbread House Contest and win prizes! Send a photo of your completed gingerbread house to director@visitmcpherson.com by 5 p.m. on December 12th. Entries submitted must be made using the kit received at the CVB, but you can embellish it with more of your own decorations.

December

5

Ribbon Cutting

10:00 a.m. at Revolution Free Methodist Church - 1337 W. Kansas Ave.

Come celebrate the church's expanded space.

December

7

Chamber Connection

9:30 a.m. at K-State Research & Extension - 600 W. Woodside

Make connections, have a good time, and learn about this local organization.

Cookies with Santa

5:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m. at Southview Veterinary Hospital - 1423 S. 81 Bypass

Part of the McPherson Chamber of Commerce and McPherson Main Street Holiday Promotion.

December

7

McPherson Getting Ahead Graduation 2023

6 p.m.- 8 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church - 1200 E. Kansas Ave.

Hosted by STEPMC. Come help us celebrate these remarkable humans for a night of testimonies and intentional friendships! Cake and dinner will be served after the ceremony in Hess Hall.

44th Annual Carol Along

6 p.m.-8 p.m. at the McPherson Opera House - 219 S. Main

The Carol Along will feature the McPherson Community Brass Choir, the St. Joseph Catholic Church Singers, and the Calvary Echoes Gospel Quartet. The Community Sing Along is at 6:30 p.m. There will also be a visit from Old Saint Nick! The Sing Along is sponsored by Citizens State Bank and Home State Bank. 

December

7-8

McPherson Holiday Light Trolley Tours

6 p.m. & 7 p.m. each night beginning at the McPherson Museum - 1111 E. Kansas Ave.

Advanced tickets are required. $5 per ticket. Tickets go on sale November 1st. For more information visit the McPherson CVB office, 1111 E. Kansas Ave., or call 620-241-3340. 

December

9

Winter Wonderland

9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the McPherson Public Library - 214 W. Marlin

Join us for a festive morning at the McPherson Public Library! Storytime, crafts, Putt Putt, Jeopardy, treats, Elfy Selfie station, and more!!

Heritage Christmas

5:30-8 p.m. Lindsborg Old Mill & Swedish Heritage Museum - 120 E. Mill Street, Lindsborg

Celebration the Christmas season with activities based upon Swedish traditions with music, drama, Santa Claus, the Shepherd’s Story, cookie decorating, and children’s craft. Visit the Lindsborg Old Mill & Swedish Heritage Museum for more information.

Cool Yule 2023

7:30 p.m. at the McPherson Opera House - 219 S. Main

The Christmas concert will feature classic holiday tunes, the best of big band swing, and will be performed by amazing local musicians along with the fabulous vocals of Michele King. Tickets can be purchased online.

December

9

Cookies with Santa

9:30 a.m.-11 a.m. at Nex-Tech Wireless - 200 S. Champlin

Part of the McPherson Chamber of Commerce and McPherson Main Street Holiday Promotion.

Cookies with Santa

2 p.m.- 3:30 p.m. at JP Weigand & Sons - 1348 N. Main

Part of the McPherson Chamber of Commerce and McPherson Main Street Holiday Promotion.

December

10-13

McPherson Holiday Light Trolley Tours

6 p.m. & 7 p.m. each night beginning at the McPherson Museum - 1111 E. Kansas Ave.

Advanced tickets are required. $5 per ticket. Tickets go on sale November 1st. For more information visit the McPherson CVB office, 1111 E. Kansas Ave., or call 620-241-3340.

December

11

Merry Quizmas

6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. at the McPherson American Legion - 401 N. Main

It’s beginning to feel a lot like Quizmas! The McPherson American Legion and the McPherson Public Library are bringing to you a magical game of trivia covering holiday classic movies, name that tune and finish the lyric. Everyone is welcome. $2 per participant. Costumes encouraged Bring a team of any size or join in the festivities by yourself!

December

12

Groundbreaking Ceremony for Fire Station #2

1:30 p.m. at future site of Fire Station #2- 1705 N. Main.

The City of McPherson would like to invite you to attend the groundbreaking ceremony for Fire Station #2 on December 12, 2023. The ceremony is open to the public and will be held at 1:30 p.m. outdoors at 1705 N. Main St. 

December

13

Teach & Taste

6:30 p.m. at the McPherson County Extension Office - 600 W. Woodside

This free, hands-on class will feature No Crust Pumpkin Pie. Be sure to register by going to the McPherson County Extension Office Facebook page or give them a call at 620-241-1523.

December

14

Cookies with Santa

5:00 p.m.– 6:30 p.m.at Stupka Chiropractic & Wellness Center - 114 W. Euclid

Part of the McPherson Chamber of Commerce and McPherson Main Street Holiday Promotion.  

December

14

YP MAC Ugly Sweater Party

5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. at Home State Bank - 223 N. Main

Young professionals, ages 21-40ish are invited to attend wearing their best ugly holiday sweater and enjoy refreshments and networking with other young professionals. Please bring along a mitten donation to support the 4-H Wild Kids Mitten Tree. 

December

15

Jamie O’Neal – Spirit & Joy

7:30 p.m.at the McPherson Opera House - 219 S. Main

Enjoy an evening of musical holiday magic with Country Music singer Jamie O’Neal. This platinum-selling entertainer and hit songwriter has earned three GRAMMY® nominations, an Academy of Country Music™ Award for Top New Female Vocalist, and a Billboard® Award for New Country Artist. Tickets for her concert can be purchased online.

December

16

Cookies with Santa

9:30 a.m.-11 a.m. at Clayworks - 107 N Main

Part of the McPherson Chamber of Commerce and McPherson Main Street Holiday Promotion.

Cookies with Santa

2 p.m.- 3:30 p.m. Craft Coffee/Atelier Design & Print - 120 N. Main

Part of the McPherson Chamber of Commerce and McPherson Main Street Holiday Promotion.

Free Holiday Movie

3 p.m. at the McPherson Opera House - 219 S. Main

The featured movie will be "Rise of the Guardians!" Bring the whole family and enjoy the FREE holiday fun! Concessions are available for purchase. A McPherson Chamber of Commerce & McPherson Main Street Holiday Promotion.

December

17

"Menotti: Amahl and the Night Visitors”

2 p.m. at the McPherson Opera House - 219 S. Main

Music On Site visits the McPherson Opera House to present this timeless classic opera live with opera stars from around the country. FREE ADMISSION!

Seasonal Experienced Tax Professional

Swindoll, Janzen, Hawk & Loyd - 123 S. Main

Our firm is growing and looking for additional team members to help during tax season!! If you are looking for a GREAT place to work with the very best people, working seasonally (late January - April 15th) on a full-time or part-time basis, check this out! Learn more here.

Seasonal Office Assistant

Swindoll, Janzen, Hawk & Loyd - 123 S. Main

We have a SEASONAL opportunity for someone in our McPherson office; is it for you?! You'll greet clients either in person or on the phone and connect them appropriately; handle basic office duties and coordinate with other offices regarding administrative projects; and assist tax and audit teams with administrative duties including e-filing and assembling tax returns, binding financial statements, etc. Learn more here.