“Two Minutes of Terror” Exhibit, Rotary Tornado Memorial to commemorate 1958 tornado in El Dorado
Kansas communities are no strangers to violent weather. El Dorado has a history of tornadic weather when the young town was struck in 1871, in 1905 and then again in 1914. But it was the "the backward tornado" on June 10, 1958 that remains in the memories of residents living here at the time.
The Butler County History Center, 383 E. Central in El Dorado has created an exhibit commemorating this fearful event, which will run from May 1st through October 4th.
The exhibition "1958 Twister: Two Minutes of Terror" will recall that fateful day, June 10, 1958, fifty years ago, when El Doradoans were helpless against the fury of Mother Nature for two minutes. First hand accounts and photos of the aftermath capture the raw emotion and terror of this killer storm.
A large part of the exhibit will focus on the science behind tornados and the phenomenon of “tornado alley” in Kansas. Butler County History hours are Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Roses For Relay
If you want a rose-bud that will never wilt, check out the selection of colorful wood roses at Circle Gallery and Frame Shop. Roses are 8 for $5.00. During the month of May, ALL PROCEEDS from sale of roses will be donated to Relay For Life of El Dorado.
Two ways to SWING into SPRING at the YMCA
YMCA Youth Baseball
Register now through Monday, May 12th
Games Start on May 27th
8 Game Season, All Players Play ½ the game,
Ages 3 to 2nd Grade
Financial Assistance is Available
YMCA Strong Kids Golf Tournament
Saturday May 17, 2008
8:30am Tee Off
$220 per four person team
Includes light breakfast, cart, green fees, and lunch
Cash Prizes for lowest Gross and Handicap Score
Call 316 320-YMCA for more information
"Save the Date"!
ICI & Butler College have teamed up to bring Don Phin to El Dorado on June 4th.
Don is the president/author of Hr That Works. Don is coming to El Dorado Civic Center on June 4, 2008! We are planning for the seminar to start at 8:30 and end at 12:30. You will want to bring your managers, supervisors, team leaders, and guests to this event. We know without a doubt you will not want to miss this event. Cost and final details are being worked out. Proceeds will go to the Butler College Foundation.
Red Carpet Event at SPECS
Thursday, May 22 from 6-9pm at the Waterfront location there will be a red carpet celebration to welcome SPECS latest eyewear line: CHANEL. There will be a representative from CHANEL onsite to present the entire line of eyewear and sunwear. Food and cocktails will be provided. To RSVP send an email to rsvp@specsrx.com and receive via email $50 in SPECS BUCKS to be used that night only!
Mission El Dorado: June 7-14
Saturday, June 7 through Saturday, June 14 has been set for the second annual Mission El Dorado! Mission El Dorado is an opportunity for the citizens of El Dorado to offer some hands on assistance to senior citizens, handicapped people, local charity organizations, and low-income families in our community. This week of service is sponsored by the El Dorado Ministerial Alliance and supported by numerous local churches, businesses, and concerned individuals.
Here’s some ways you can get involved! To apply to have some work done, contact Barbara Ehret of Mid-Cap (800-281-6373 or behret@mid-capinc.org) before May 15. To volunteer to help one or more days that week (this would be a great team-building exercise for your business!), contact Mike Lemke (316-322-7240 or mclemke@cox.net) by May 30. To assist financially contact Pastor Bill O’Connell (316-321-3790 or pb.fpced@sbcglobal.net). The next planning meeting will be Saturday, May 10 at 9:00am at the library of First Baptist Church. Childcare will be provided! For additional information, application forms, and more, visit www.missioneldorado.com!
Congratulations!!
Congratulations to SPECS Eyewear on being nominated and winning Top 10 Best Places To Work 2008! SPECS was in the Top 10 Best Places To Work 2008. Every year the Wichita Business Journal is looking for candidates and SPECS employees nominated the company. Owners Monte Ysidro and Jason Bell accepted the award at the Wichita Hyatt March 20th. Again, Congratulations to SPECS Eyewear.
Want to shine your way through spring with bright patent punches?
Then stop into Robin’s soon. Smoky Grey, Midnight Blue, Passionate Purple lead the charge across the spectrum. Or glow your own way with girlish pinks and splashes of color! Want a fun vivid purse that you can take to the beach or to work? We’ve got the perfect ones for you! Afraid to commit? Ease into it slowly: Pair one statement piece with neutrals. Whatever personality you might have we’re sure to match it! Come join the fun, we’d love to see you!
Friends of the Library Present…
Bob Green, a World War II veteran will be speaking on his experiences as a member of a B-24 crew. On Monday, May 12th @ Noon, Bradford Memorial Library will host Mr. Green in the Clymer Room. This event is open to the public and refreshments will be served, so don’t miss out!
Dust off Your Poles!
March of Dimes Fishing Tournament
El Dorado State Park and Lake May 17, 7am – 3pm
Weigh in @Shady Creek Marina
Prizes for largest Bass ($500), Walleye ($400) and Crappie ($300)
Registration forms at: Shady Creek, Jon Gull Agency, Area bait and tackle shops
Information available at: Jon Gull Agency, 223 N Main. 321-2305 Cell: 323-7331
This event is a fundraiser for the March of Dimes.
New Season, New Look
Need a fresh, new look for your business? Do you have a wedding, bridal shower, baby shower, birthday party, or special occasion coming up and need invitations? I can help! Why settle for the same old boring invitations you can purchase anywhere, and millions of others already have? Make your day special!!! Introducing, Black Ink, your local design company!
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HUDSON GARDENS - CELEBRATE THE SPLENDOR OF SPRING Well...almost!
Although Mother Nature has played a few tricks this past week, spring is upon us. We are all ready to color our porches and landscapes with beautiful plants, get our warm season veggies in the ground and then relax and kick back in our flip flops.
Visit Hudson Gardens for shrubs, ornamental grasses, perennials, annuals, bedding plants, vegetables and new items in our garden store. Open Tuesday - Friday 9am-6pm, Saturday 9am-5pm. Just 5 miles north of El Dorado on Hwy 77. 316-377-0272
Check out our new website at www.visithudsongardens.com
Sign Up Soon
Don’t miss out on the excitement of Kids’ College this year at Butler Community College! Any student who will be entering second through eighth grades in the fall can attend. Kids College is broken up into three levels – one series is for students in second and third grade, one series is for students in fourth and fifth grades, while the other is for junior high students in sixth, seventh and eighth grades. Students and their parents get to choose which classes they want to attend. To view a class schedule and to get information, click below to read brochures. See you this summer! Kids College Summer Classes 2008
Fire up Your Smokers!
Competition BBQ comes to El Dorado! Prairie Port Festival will have a new event this year – a BBQ contest. The event is sanctioned by the Kansas City BBQ Society and is scheduled for July 25th and 26th. There are four categories with cash prizes going to the first place teams as well as Grand Champion and Reserve Champion. The Grand Champion also receives an invitation to the American Royal contest in the fall. If you would like to compete or need more information, contact Steve Reynolds at (316-321-1207) or ssreynolds68@sbcglobal.net.
Blockbuster Has the Hawks!!!
Don’t let the construction stop you from swinging in to Blockbuster for these great deals! When you rent 3 new releases you can purchase the Rock Chalk Championship DVD for only $9.99! Also don’t miss The American Idol Special!! When you buy 2 Coke products for $1.99 you also receive 2 American Idol cups. And finally, Rambo is coming May 27. When you fill your punch card you can either purchase the new movie for $12.97, or get the first three for only $12.97 and have a Rambo marathon!
