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The circus is coming; the circus is coming!
Yes, it's true. The circus is coming to Lindsborg!
On Friday, May 23rd, for one day only, the Culpepper & Meriweather Circus will return to the Smoky Valley for two performances, at 5pm and 7:30pm.
The shows will be in a three-section Big Top tent set up in the 300 block of East Lincoln street in Lindsborg. Advance tickets are available at 8$ for adults, 6$ ages 2-12 and under 2 are free. Tickets will be available the day of the circus at 11$ for adults and 7$ for kids, so it's definitely worth getting your tickets early.
Also, the circus is sponsored by the Lindsborg Kiwanis club, and proceeds from advance ticket sales help provide funds for a variety of Kiwanis-sponsored civic, youth and charitable projects.
The day of the circus promises to be an exciting one. Starting around 9:30am is the raising of the circus tent. After the tent is raised, tours will be available. Then, starting at 4pm, the midway opens for rides, concessions, the moon bounce and more.
Then from 5 until 6:30 and again from 7:30 until 9, there will be 2 performances under the big top.
This year's lineup includes an all-star group of performers and entertainers who are bound to delight audience members of all ages.
The program includes performing camels, a high-wire act, an actual dog and pony show, circus clowns and more.
Listen to the podcast of the Lindsborg Town Talk from the 10th of May 2008 simply by clicking the previous link. Lindsborg Town Talk is a podcast of a weekly bit I do on a local radio station, KVOB, 95.5 FM. Lindsborg Town Talk usually airs on Saturday mornings around 8:20am. Btw, if you use an RSS aggregator, and iTunes, you can automatically load this podcast into iTunes from within the aggregator. Go to the iTunes store and search for "Little Sweden."
So don't forget to get your tickets in advance and enjoy the circus! That's Friday, May 23rd, when the circus comes to Lindsborg! Tickets may be purchased at Scott's Hometown Foods, the Lindsborg Chamber of Commerce, Lindsborg State Bank, all in Lindsborg, and both Farmers' State banks in Lindsborg and Marquette.
till next time, this is Mike Rodriquez with Lindsborg Town Talk.
Welcome to Lindsborg Town Talk, your source for news about upcoming events and activities in Lindsborg.
This weekend marks the return of Millfest! The past comes to life during Millfest! Held at the Old Mill in Lindsborg, this unique event celebrates our Kansas heritage with tours of the 1898 Smoky Valley Flour Mill, arts and crafts demonstrations, great food and live music!
The festivities begin at 9am, today, and continue until 5pm. On Sunday, Millfest is happening from from noon till 5. That's this weekend, May 3rd & 4th. Admission price is 2$ for adults, 1$ for kids aged 6-12 and free for children under 6.
The highlight of Millfest is the opportunity to see the mill in operation. It only operates once a year, so don't miss it! Tours begin every 10 minutes starting at 9:30 on Saturday, and noon on Sunday.
For safety reasons, only folks above age 13 may take the tour when the mill is operating. A first floor viewing area outside the mill is setup for families with younger ones. Once the machinery is turned off, families may tour the mill with their younger ones.
There will also be demonstrations about daily life and work in the pioneer area, and the arts area will feature artists dedicated to preserving traditions of the past. During Millfest you can enjoy demonstartions and sales of crafts like woodcarving, quiliting, wheatweaving and more.
For your musical entertainment, on Saturday various performers will serenade the crowd with lively traditional tunes. On Sunday you can hear Dulcimers, etc and the Flatland String Band.
Another highlight of the weekend is the Millfest Bake-off, Sunday May 4th. Judging takes place at 2pm and wonderful prizes are available for winners in 3 categories. General information about Millfest may be obtained by calling 785 227 3595.
till next time, this is Mike Rodriquez with Lindsborg Town Talk.
Listen to the podcast of the Lindsborg Town Talk from the 3rd of May 2008 simply by clicking the previous link. Lindsborg Town Talk is a podcast of a weekly bit I do on a local radio station, KVOB, 95.5 FM. Lindsborg Town Talk usually airs on Saturday mornings around 8:20am. Btw, if you use an RSS aggregator, and iTunes, you can automatically load this podcast into iTunes from within the aggregator. Go to the iTunes store and search for "Little Sweden."
Welcome to Lindsborg Town Talk, your source for news about upcoming events and activities in Lindsborg.
Today marks the occasion of one of the special joys of living in or visiting Lindsborg. It's time for the 12th annual Artists Studio Open House. Artists from around Lindsborg will open their studios to the public from 10am until 5pm. This provides a unique opportunity to visit with artists in their working environment, watching as art is created before your eyes! The Artists Studio Open House in Lindsborg is sponsored by the Raymer Society for the Arts and the Lindsborg Arts Council. Call 227-2217 for more information. Refreshments will be served at most studios.
The Birger Sandzen Memorial Gallery is pleased to host a show of porcelain ceramics by Seattle potter Loren Lukens. The show, Contemporary Variations, opens May 2nd and runs through June 29th. Lukens is also the juror of Kansas Collegiate Aesthetics, an exhibition of two and three-dimensional art created by Kansas college students which runs through June 29th. Lukens is known for his unique ceramic creations, and this promises to be an interesting display of his works.
And next weekend marks the return of Millfest! Held at the Old Mill in Lindsborg, this unique event celebrates our Kansas heritage with tours of the 1898 Smoky Valley Flour Mill, great food and live music!
The festivities begin at 9am on Saturday, running through 5pm, and then again on Sunday from noon till 5. That's next weekend, May 3rd & 4th. Admission price is 2$ for adults, 1$ for kids aged 6-12 and free for children under 6.
The highlight of Millfest is the opportunity to see the mill in operation. It only operates once a year, so don't miss it! For safety reasons, only folks above age 13 may take the tour when the mill is operating. A first floor viewing area outside the mill is setup for families with younger ones.
Another highlight of next weekend is the Millfest Bake-off, Saturday May 4th. Judging takes place at 2pm and wonderful prizes are available for winners in 3 categories. Registration and general information about Millfest may be obtained by calling 785 227 3595.
till next time, this is Mike Rodriquez with Lindsborg Town Talk.
Listen to the podcast of the Lindsborg Town Talk from the 26th of April 2008 simply by clicking the previous link. Lindsborg Town Talk is a podcast of a weekly bit I do on a local radio station, KVOB, 95.5 FM. Lindsborg Town Talk usually airs on Saturday mornings around 8:20am. Btw, if you use an RSS aggregator, and iTunes, you can automatically load this podcast into iTunes from within the aggregator. Go to the iTunes store and search for "Little Sweden."
Welcome to Lindsborg Town Talk, your source for news about upcoming events and activities in Lindsborg.
Today, Saturday, April 19th, the Friends of the Linsborg Library are holding their book sale from 10am until 6pm. The sale is held at the Lindsborg Library, located on south Main street in Lindsborg.
Also happening today is the "Third Saturday Meet the Artist" demonstration at the Courtyard Gallery in downtown Lindsborg. Jerry Huston is the featured artist this month, and he creates unique and attractive boxes, trays and desk accessories using laminated hardwoods.
And for those who would like to participate in Lindsborg's long running outdoor theater, Broadway RFD, auditions for this year's show are happening today. Actors, singers, dancers and musicians are invited to the auditions, which will be held today from 1-5pm. The auditions will be held at the Burnett Center on the Bethany Campus. Call 618-974-3729 for more information.
Next Friday, April 25th, is the date of the 18th annual Spaghetti Supper held at the Trinity United Methodist Church on south Main street in Lindsborg. This eagerly anticipated dinner will be served between 5 and 7:30 pm and includes sphaghetti, bread, homemade pie, plus drinks. Admission is by freewill donation.
Next Saturday, April 26th, is the occasion of one of the special joys of living in or visiting Lindsborg. It's time for the 12th annual Artists Studio Open House. Artists from around Lindsborg will open their studios to the public from 10am until 5pm. This provides a unique opportunity to visit with artists in their working environment, watching as art is created before your eyes! The Artists Studio Open House in Lindsborg is sponsored by the Raymer Society for the Arts and the Lindsborg Arts Council. Call 227-2217 for more information. Refreshments will be served at most studios.
till next time, this is Mike Rodriquez with Lindsborg Town Talk.
Listen to the podcast of the Lindsborg Town Talk from the 19th of April 2008 simply by clicking the previous link. Lindsborg Town Talk is a podcast of a weekly bit I do on a local radio station, KVOB, 95.5 FM. Lindsborg Town Talk usually airs on Saturday mornings around 8:20am. Btw, if you use an RSS aggregator, and iTunes, you can automatically load this podcast into iTunes from within the aggregator. Go to the iTunes store and search for "Little Sweden."
Welcome to Lindsborg Town Talk, your source for news about upcoming events and activities in Lindsborg.
Tomorrow marks the conclusion of a week of activities celebrating the inauguration of the 13th president of Bethany College, Dr. Edward F. Leonard the 3rd. Joined by his family, Dr. Leonard will lead community members on a walk down the Valkommen Trail in Lindsborg. The walk begins at 1:30pm at the Bethany Lutheran Church. The Leonard family Sundae Stroll will be followed by an ice cream social from 2-4pm on the Bethany campus. The Lindsborg Children's Choir will perform at 3pm.
Nan Justice has returned for her 2nd stint as Artist-in-residence at the Red Barn Studio on south main street in Lindsborg. Nan, a long-time friend of Lester Raymer, will be at the Red Barn through April 27th and during her residency will continue her work in oils and charcoal. There is a reception for the artist tonight, starting at 7pm at the Red Barn Studio.
And in just one week it will be time for the Friends of the Lindsborg Library to hold their annual book sale. On Friday, April 18th, members of the FOLL are invited to a preview sale from 7 until 9pm. Memberships may be purchased at that time. Then, on Saturday, April 19th, the book sale is open to the public from 10am until 6pm. The sale is held at the Lindsborg Library, located on south Main street in Lindsborg.
And for those who would like to participate in Lindsborg's long running outdoor theater, Broadway RFD, auditions for this year's show are coming up soon. Actors, singers, dancers and musicians are invited to the auditions, which will be held on April 17th from 4-9pm and April 19th from 1-5pm. The auditions will be held at the Burnett Center on the Bethany Campus. Call 618-974-3729 for more information.
till next time, this is Mike Rodriquez with Lindsborg Town Talk.
Listen to the podcast of the Lindsborg Town Talk from the 12th of April 2008 simply by clicking the previous link. Lindsborg Town Talk is a podcast of a weekly bit I do on a local radio station, KVOB, 95.5 FM. Lindsborg Town Talk usually airs on Saturday mornings around 8:20am. Btw, if you use an RSS aggregator, and iTunes, you can automatically load this podcast into iTunes from within the aggregator. Go to the iTunes store and search for "Little Sweden."
