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December 17, 2024
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Greetings to all! It's the holidays. It's end of year. There is so much to do, to stress about, to enjoy, and there are so many ways to share joy. Some of you are the ones staging events and displays. Some of you go to as many events as you can to share the cheer and show appreciation. These events, big and small, are so important to making Kansas a wonderful place to call home. We see you -- and appreciate you. | |
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Here are a few questions that might nudge you into an end-of-year "tip" for KSF. Do you enjoy reading these Tidbits, or maybe find ideas, resources, or inspiration? Do we include things for and about your business or organization? A donation to support these Tidbits would be wonderful! See who has Supported KSF to date in 2024.
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TIPS FROM THE KSF PowerUp MANAGER
The power of practicing connection: Recently in a conversation, a friend mentioned that perhaps we don’t feel lonelier because we don’t know how to connect anymore but rather it’s a dormant skill. At some point, whether it be the automation of work, the rise of social media, or perhaps the pandemic-induced recent cold-turkey stop of in-person gatherings (hello 2020), our skill in connecting in person or in meaningful and fun ways needs a workout. This podcast about being an engaged neighbor rather than just a good neighbor gives some great tips for how you can start practicing connection. Email Simone to share what small way you might change the way you show up in your community in the new year. (Photo is of a fun way to connect with community members of all ages - attend a local high school ball game.)
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RUBY'S LOUNGE, Halstead: After opening Daphne Mae's Cafe in the former Old Hardware Store in Halstead, Tessa Wending has now opened the adjoining Ruby's Lounge, 204 Main. Tessa, a Halstead native, moved back home from a successful career in Chicago to restore these two buildings. Hope you can check them out someday!
Photo credit Harvey County Now
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FARMHOUSE FRESH, Jetmore: Farmhouse Fresh is a newly-opened store in an 1884 historic limestone building, located at 411 Main. Proprietor Lea Ann Seiler has created a beautiful and welcoming atmosphere in this coffee shop with food and gifts.
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LAWRENCE HUMANE SOCIETY: Look how this beloved organization makes it easy to know all the ways and reasons to give.
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ALL IN FOR KIDS: How are kids doing in the state? Look here at the 2024 Kansas Kids Count Data Book to find the answers. Child food insecurity is growing, in fact, it's running rampant through every Kansas county. Sign up for the Kansas Action for Children newsletter to stay in touch. | |
FOOD ACCESSIBILITY POSITIONS: Interested in working with Local Foods? Find open Local Fellow positions here. They will be hiring in early 2025. | |
the PEER GROUPS: Running a rural grocery store is tough, and at times, isolating. Many grocers value learning from each other and want more opportunities to connect. To help bridge this gap, Rural Grocery Initiative will be facilitating Rural Grocery Peer Groups. Click here to learn more. | |
HISTORICAL HIGH SCHOOL MASCOTS: Von Rothenberger is creating a data base of every high school that once existed including school colors, mascot images, and building images. He's still looking for information for 52 of the 1,253. Can you help find any of these? If so, contact Von at captaineight1@gmail.com. | |
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KANSAS ARTS COMMISSION GRANTS: Starting January 1, you may apply for Public Art and Murals, Visiting Artists, General Operating Support, and Arts Everywhere Program.
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ZEPHYR: Here is the latest issue of the state historical society publication, Zephyr.
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CHILD CARE HEALTH & SAFETY GRANTS: KDHE is now providing grants for licensed facilities with regulatory or statutory violations, to assist in correcting these violations with minor renovations, repairs, or other safety-related expenses. Application is open until June 30, 2025. Check your eligibility and apply for funding at KDHE. | |
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GRANT WRITING: Grant writing courses offered by K-State Research and Extension will take place February 10 and 11 (online). This course targets food system partners, farmers, and food businesses. In-person courses will take place in Topeka on February 18 (contact candism@ksu.edu) and in McPherson on February 27 (contact claughlin@ksu.edu). $60 for the in-person classes.
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GRANTS FROM STATE PROGRAMS: Kansas Department of Commerce grants calendar includes grants for tourism, art, Office of Rural Prosperity programs, and more. | |
SAVE THE DATE: 2025 is the year for the Kansas Sampler Foundation's Big Rural Brainstorm. It will take place in McPherson on April 3. | |
SIGN UP FOR THIS NEWSLETTER: If you get this Tidbits through a forward, go here to sign up for We Kan! Tidbits. Find the KSF Facebook page here. | |
"ONE THING" WILL RETURN: The Road Trip report will return when we're back on the road! Until then, here is where we've been to date. | |
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BECOME A KANSAS EXPLORER CLUB MEMBER: For 31 years Kansas Explorer Club members have received six print newsletters a year, chock full of things to see and do in the nooks and crannies in the state with guidance to 1) dare to do dirt, 2) interact with the locals, 3) feel good about spending money in independently-owned stores, 4) enjoy the journey -- and more! For $18.61 you can become an individual member or spring for $30 so everyone in the family is recognized. The club was created to inspire, educate, and encourage the exploration and appreciation of Kansas...and to have fun doing it! The main goal is to create a thoughtful audience for Kansas communities. Join today or renew. Members also receive an online Explorer Extras.
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