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Saturday, April 12, a section of the Vålkommen Trail will be marked off for artists of all ages to "throw down" their imagination in chalk in this all-day event. Cash prizes, scholarship opportunities, interactions with internationally noted artist David Zinn and professional artists promises a day full of smiles and engaging imaginations.
Find a schedule for the day here. Artists will begin creating as early as 7:30am! Official start time is 9:00am with drawing time ending at 1:00pm. The chalk drawings will remain on the trail as long as Mother Nature determines.
The event is a part of the month-long Messiah Festival of the Arts celebration, and is sponsored by Bethany College, Lindsborg Parks and Recreation Departments, Lindsborg Arts Council, Arts on the Prarie, and Visit Lindsborg.
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Lindsborg in Bloom
April 26
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Come on, get happy Saturday, April 26, at Lindsborg in Bloom!
Spend the day exploring Lindsborg's groovy shops, swaying to funky tunes, and eating yummy food. The day will be filled with fun things to do: in-store specials, henna painting, a '70s style costume contest, and more!
A Lindsborg in Bloom favorite will be back! Tamara Kingery-Gonzales' whimsical crochet creations will be displayed on Main Street. Read more about Tamara on the Visit Lindsborg blog.
The day begins at 10:00am in downtown Lindsborg. Check out the Visit Lindsborg website or Lindsborg in Bloom Facebook page for specifics.
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Kiersten Latham, Artist-in-Residence
Red Barn Studio Museum
March 31-April 11
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Kiersten Latham returns to the Red Barn Studio Museum as an artist-in-residence March 31-April 11. Latham works in mixed media, clay, fiber, and found objects, creating playful and whimsical pieces.
During her residency, Latham will explore two projects. The first focuses on face-making, drawing inspiration from Raymer's 'uglies,' suns, and other faces. "I've been working on clay faces on jars, pots, and tiles, and I want to see the full range of Lester's work in person to experiment further," Latham explains. In addition to clay, she will explore felt, fibers, and stitching to create unique facial forms.
The second project involves crafting miniature "cabinets"—intricate scenes made from a combination of found and handmade objects. "I wish I could go to the dump like Lester did to find materials, but I'll search for new sources while I'm in Kansas," Latham says. These small scenes may even include representations of the studio itself.
Visitors can expect to see Latham's workspace filled with small, whimsical creations in progress. The residency offers a rare opportunity to witness the playful, messy, and joyful process behind her art.
The Red Barn Studio Museum is located at 212 S. Main Street. The museum is open Tuesday-Friday, 10:00am-5:00pm and Saturday-Sunday, 1:00-5:00pm. For more information, contact the Red Barn Studio Museum at 785-227-2217.
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Free Bike Rides!
March 30-May 24
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KANcycle, the regional bike-sharing program operated by OCCK Transportation, is partnering with Walk Kansas to offer FREE bike rides throughout the eight-week Walk Kansas program. This partnership encourages participants to incorporate cycling into their fitness routine, promoting healthy lifestyles and active transportation. Walk Kansas participants will receive a special promo code to use in the Movatic app, allowing them to enjoy a daily free 1-hour Kancycle ride during the program.
How it works:
- Register for Walk Kansas
- Download the Movatic app
- Enter the promo code (provided following registration)
- Unlock a KANcycle bike and start riding!
Walk Kansas, a program through K-State research and Extension, encourages teams or individuals to log physical activity minutes equal to walking across the state. The program promotes regular movement, healthy eating, and overall wellness.
Information about the BikeShare program in Lindsborg, as well as bike rack locations, are found here.
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Announcing the 7th Annual Jazz Walk! The theme for this year's event is titled Istanbul Nights: Flamenco Jazz Crossroads and features Turkish cellist, composer and vocalist Ezgi Karakus and world-renowned guitarist Beau Bledsoe.
The full band includes Rich Wheeler, Nate Nall, Eddie Moore, Ben Tervort, Lindsborg Landmark Concert Series host Mike Dreier, and Bethany College alumnus Brandon Draper.
This progressive-style event begins at 7:00pm with music performed in businesses on Main Street with a musical parade leading to the J.O. Sundstrom Conference Center for the feature concert at 8:00pm.
The Jazz Walk is a part of the month-long Messiah Festival of the Arts celebration, and is free for all to attend thanks to Fuqua Insurance Group, EyeCare Associates of Lindsborg, Lindsborg Arts Council, The Bank of Tescott, and Dröm Sött Inn.
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Lindsborg Collects...Lindsborg Art
Smoky Valley Arts & Folklife Center
April 4-27
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Art by Steve Scott
The concept behind the Lindsborg Collects...Lindsborg Art exhibition is that the story behind the acquisition of the art is as important as the work itself. The story could be about how piece was purchased (or even bartered), the personalities involved, or the tongue-in-cheek moments.
A community reception for the exhibit is scheduled for Sunday, April 6, 2:00-4:00pm at the Smoky Valley Arts & Folklife Center, 114 1/2 S. Main Street.
Smoky Valley Arts & Folklife Center, a volunteer-run organization. Hours are 1:00-5:00pm, Friday-Sunday. The exhibition is a part of the month-long Messiah Festival of the Arts celebration.
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144th Messiah Festival of the Arts
Bethany Oratorio Society
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Celebrate the 144th Messiah Festival of the Artswith the Bethany Oratorio Society, Bethany College, and Lindsborg this Easter season.
Since its founding in 1882, the Bethany Oratorio Society has performed Handel’s Messiah every year. This year marks the 144th consecutive performance of Handel’s Messiah, the longest-running rendition of this work in North America. Featured soloists for this year’s performances include Claire Herzog, coloratura soprano; Michelle Rice, soprano; Maxwell Ary, tenor; and Ian Schipper, bass-baritone. These talented artists will bring their expertise and passion to the stage in performances of Bach's The Passion According to St. Matthew and Messiah.
Read more about the Messiah Festival of the Arts soloists on the Visit Lindsborg blog.
Dates and times of other Messiah Festival of the Arts event opportunities:
March 24-April 25: Attend the Messiah Juried Student Art Exhibition at Mingenback Art Center, located on the campus of Bethany College, 335 E. Swensson Street. Hours are Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm.
April 10: Messiah Soloists Recital, 7:30pm at Messiah Evangelical Lutheran Church, 402 N. First Street.
April 11: Bach's Passion According to St. Matthew, 7:30pm in Presser Hall Auditorium, located on the campus of Bethany College, 335 E. Swensson Street. Purchase tickets here.
April 13: Handel's Messiah, 3:00pm in Presser Hall Auditorium, located on the campus of Bethany College, 335 E. Swensson Street. Purchase tickets here.
Tickets for Handel's Messiah and Bach's Passion are on sale now! Click on this link for purchasing online, or call the Messiah Festival office (785) 227-3380.
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Spring Trail Ride
Maxwell Wildlife Refuge
April 13
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Join Maxwell Wildlife Refuge for the Spring Trail Rideon April 13. The ride begins at 10:00am and concludes at 3:30pm. Riders must provide their own horse.
This enjoyable ride covers 2,800 acres of native prairie located in the heart of the Smoky Hills. Plan to catch glimpses of bison and perhaps even elk before they go into the cool shade of the trees during the warmer summer months.
The trail ride begins from The Friends of Maxwell tour center. Gates open at 9:30am. Arrive early enough to be mounted and ready to ride out at 10:00am. A full-day ride is $35.00. A half-day ride is $25.00.
Questions? Information and registration are found on Maxwell Wildlife Refuge webpage.
Conclude your day with refreshment and relaxation with the many options in Lindsborg, just a few miles from Maxwell.
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Lindsborg Recreation Department invites you and your children to the Community Egg Hunt held at Riverside Park, 500 S. First Street. The afternoon event begins at 2:00pm.
The hunt is divided into four age groups:
- 0-3 years old: 2:10-2:20pm
- 4-5 years old: 2:30-2:40pm
- 6-7 years old: 2:50-3:00pm
- 8-10 years old: 3:10-3:20pm
Peter Cottontail will be present and ready for photos! The event concludes at 4:00pm.
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127th Annual Midwest Art Exhibition
Birger Sandzén Memorial Gallery
January 26-April 20
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Mood Indigo detail by Brian Hinkle
Four exhibitions comprise the 127th annual Midwest Art Exhibition, at the Birger Sandzén Memorial Gallery January 26-April 20. The exhibition includes:
- Rearview Mirror, a retrospective by McPherson painter Wayne Conyers
- Enigma, paintings by Brian Hinkle of Wichita
- Selections from the Society of American Graphic Artists 89th Annual Members Exhibition
- Sandzén-Greenough Family Print Highlights from the Permanent Collection
The Midwest Art Exhibition was founded in 1899 by three local Lindsborg artists – Birger Sandzén, Carl Lotave, and G. N. Malm – as a complement to the annual Messiah Festival held at Bethany College. Today, it represents the longest running annual art exhibition in Kansas and primarily features works by artists invited by the Birger Sandzén Memorial Gallery or from the gallery's permanent collection.
For details on the artists, their statements, and more, read more by clicking on the Visit Lindsborg blog.
These exhibitions are sponsored in part by the Kansas Arts Commission and Radio Kansas. The Birger Sandzén Memorial Gallery is located at 401 N. First Street. Hours are 10:00am-5:00pm, Tuesday through Saturday, and 1:00-5:00pm, Sunday. Admission is free, with donations appreciated. Docent tours for groups are available by two-week advance appointment. For more information about Birger Sandzén, the Gallery, and these exhibitions visit the gallery's website or phone (785) 227-2220.
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Celebrate Trails Day on the Meadowlark Trail Saturday morning, April 26. The celebration begins at 9:00am at the Lindsborg Trailhead.
Events on the trail:
- 9:00am Gravel Bike Ride (8 or 23 miles)
- 9:30am Fun Run/Walk
- 10:00am Nature Crafts (held until noon)
- 10:30am Scavenger Hunt
- 11:00am Family Bike Ride
For more information, visit the Central Kansas Trails Facebook page.
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Baby Bison Specatular!
Maxwell Wildlife Refuge
May 10 & 17
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What’s a “red dog”? It’s a baby bison! Bison calves tend to be born from late March through May and are orange-red in color, earning them the nickname “red dogs.” After a few months, their hair starts to change to dark brown and their characteristic shoulder hump and horns begin to grow. (This information and more found on this link: U.S. Department of the Interior.)
Board the trams at Maxwell Wildlife Refuge on May 10 or 17 for a delightful day viewing these red dogs as they frolic and roam.
This popular event requires registration. Cost is $15.00 for adults, $7.00 for children 4-11 years, and children under 4 are free. The rides last approximately 45 minutes.
Reserve your spot by calling 620-654-7230 or going to Maxwell Wildlife Refuge webpage.
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