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The Big Boy steam engine is coming through Kansas, starting October 14th. Click on "See more" in the text below to see the schedule. Is it stopping in your town? 🚂

Kansas Travel at KansasTravel.org

"Big Boy," the world's largest steam engine is coming through Kansas again. Locations where the Big Boy stops overnight are closed to the public due to safety and security reasons. Here is the route and projected times:

Monday, Oct. 14
Depart Claremore, OK 1:45PM for Coffeyville, KS
Overnight in Coffeyville

Tuesday, Oct. 15
Coffeyville, KS
9AM departure toward KC, MO
Osawatomie, KS W. Pacific Avenue
Arrive 2:15PM depart 2:45PM
KC,MO Union Station
Arrive 6:45PM

Wednesday, Oct. 16
Union Station 30 W. Pershing Rd, KC,MO
Viewing Only - all day

Thursday, Oct. 17
KC,MO Union Station
9AM departure toward Salina, KS
Topeka, KS Great Overland Station, 701 N. Kansas Ave.
Arrive 2:15PM depart 12:45PM
Overnight at Salina Depot

Friday, Oct 18
Salina Depot, 400 N. 13th St, Salina, KS
Viewing Only - all day

Saturday, Oct. 19
Salina, KS
9AM departure toward Hays, KS
Wilson, KS Avenue E Crossing
Arrival 11AM Departure 11:30AM
Overnight in Hays, Kansas

Sunday, Oct. 20
Hays, KS
9:00AM departure toward Sharon Springs, KS
Grainfield, KS Main St. Crossing Arrival
noon Departure 12:30PM
Overnight in Sharon Springs, KS

Monday, Oct. 21
Sharon Springs, KS
9AM departure toward Denver, Colorado

More info: https://www.up.com/heritage/steam/schedule/index.htm

Sharing via Kansas Historical Society :
"Louis Philip Billard was an aviator and World War I soldier. Born in Topeka on April 27, 1891, Billard learned to fly at an early age with aviator and aircraft manufacturer Albin Longren as his instructor. Billard bought his first plane from Longren in 1912 and began performing in air shows in and around Topeka. A plane crash in 1915 didn’t deter him from going back in the air. Billard joined the army as a test pilot during World War I. While testing a plane in France, Billard and his mechanic crashed in 1918. Both men were killed. In 1940, the airport in the Oakland area of Topeka was named in his memory.
Learn more about this adventurous pilot at www.kshs.org/15562 "

🌻 Here's a Kansas map show where to find Sunflower Fields, plus links to several of the locations. Sharing via Kansas Agritourism

Link here: https://www.travelks.com/things-to-do/farm-experiences/farm-fresh-fun/sunflowers/

Happy National Kitten Day!
If you are having a hard time hearing your kitten’s sweet meow or purr, we encourage you to schedule an appointment for a hearing test.
Our "Neighborhood" locations are family-owned. Link here for a list of our locations: https://bit.ly/NHAC-Locations

For friends in our Manhattan neighborhood --
Check out this upcoming "Touch a Truck" event!
Manhattan Parks and Recreation

🚚 Get ready to rev up your engines and bring the whole family to our Touch A Truck event on Friday, July 12 at City Park by Wefald Pavilion from 10 AM - 12 PM! Explore fire trucks, construction vehicles, and more up close. Don't miss out on this fun and exciting event for all ages! This is a free event 🚒

Wishing you and yours a very happy Fourth of July and a day full of fun as you celebrate our nation’s birthday. Happy Independence Day!

WESTPORT WEDNESDAY// 1840S & 1850S: The Westport area is characterized by an eclectic mix of development suggesting organic growth and redevelopment over a century and a half. Varying land use, building types, and vintage create a mosaic of density and setting. The Harris-Kearny House, the Reverend Nathan Scarritt House, and the Albert G. Boone Store (Kelly’s Westport Inn) are associated with Westport’s founding and date from the 1840s & 1850s. They are all that remain from this period. The adaptation and continued use of these early historic resources embodies the evolution of Westport as existing elements were incorporated and adapted for changing land-use patterns. Photo credit: Brad Finch f-Stop Photography. Survey by Rosin Preservation.

More Westport: https://www.historickansascity.org/kansas-city/westport/
;Historic Kansas City

On the felicitous occasion, we wish a wonderful day to all our wonderful friends, neighbors and customers.
Happy Father's Day from all of us at Neighborhood Hearing Aid Centers 💕

🌡️ Heat Advisory Alert! 🚨 From 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM today, be aware of the signs of heat stroke:

If you see these symptoms:

📞 Call 911 immediately

➡️ Move the person to a cooler place

🧊 Use cool cloths or a cool bath to lower their temperature

🚫 Do NOT give them anything to drink

Stay safe, stay cool, and check on loved ones.

For friends in our Leavenworth neighborhood --
This weekend: Garden Tour!
Sharing via City of Leavenworth KS:
"The Leavenworth County Historical Society is having a Garden Tour 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday June 15 featuring five local gardens. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased online here - https://www.leavenworthhistory.org/Events.htm "
City of Leavenworth, Kansas Government

This Week's Sky at a Glance, June 7 – 16 The Moon returns as an evening crescent. Pollux and Castor keep it company. The Big Dipper hangs straight. Can you still catch wintry Capella?

Top Spots to View Bison See Kansas through a pioneer’s wide eyes by watching bison wander the prairie at viewing spots around the state. Here are some of our favorite spots to watch the herds roam.

Which line do you draw for the beginning of western Kansas?
Sharing via Kansas Highway Patrol

The great debate:
Where does western Kansas begin? 😃🤔

Did you know Memorial Day has been observed since 1868? We’re proud to continue honoring and remembering those who have served and sacrificed for our freedoms.

For friends in our Leavenworth neighborhood ....
Check out this Air Show & Fly-In -- happening this Saturday!
Visit Leavenworth KS

Radio Controlled Airshow & Fly-In this Saturday, May 25th, 9:00 am. Bring a plane and fly or a lawn chair to watch!

Things to do this Memorial Day Weekend in Kansas Looking for fun things to do this Memorial Day Weekend in Kansas? Visit one of the many State Parks or community ran lakes. Stop by Lawrence to see the Busker Festival.

A long weekend ahead! For friends who plan to spend some of it at the lake, here's a safety reminder, courtesy of Missouri State Highway Patrol

Memorial Day Weekend is almost here! Be aware of changing conditions wherever you go boating! Congested waterways, large boat wakes, and changing weather are all things to consider. Life jackets save lives!

For friends in our Manhattan neighborhood --
Want to take a journey on butterflies wings? Check out this family fun event coming May 18th!
Visit Manhattan Kansas

Shrink down into the undergrowth to adventure through the leaves and become one of the most extraordinary creatures on earth at the Amazing Butterflies exhibit at the Flint Hills Discovery Center. Together, families will embark on a challenging journey teeming with friends and foes and explore the surprising challenges butterflies face every day. Earn your wings in this interactive maze exhibit open from May 18 to September 8.

May is Better Speech and Hearing Month!
Did you know hearing loss can happen gradually? Regular hearing checks may help you spot hearing loss symptoms faster.
Mention this post and call one of our Neighborhood locations for a free Hearing Evaluation! Schedule yours in Topeka, Manhattan, Leavenworth, Overland Park or Lawrence. For locations and contact info, link here: https://bit.ly/NHAC-Locations

For friends in our Overland Park/ Johnson County neighborhood --
Check out this fabulous concert happening TONIGHT, Tuesday May 14th.
Link below for details 🎼

Send a message to learn more

For friends in our Topeka neighborhood --
Public swimming time is around the corner. Pools are being filled 💦 💦 💦 Mark your calendars for May 25the when the pools open for the summer! 🏊‍♀️
Sharing via Shawnee County Parks + Recreation

For friends in our Manhattan neighborhood -- check out this summer schedule! 🌼
Manhattan Parks and Recreation

🌞 Get ready for a summer of music and fun at Arts in the Park! 🎶 Our 2024 summer lineup is full of performances that you won't want to miss and there's something for everyone! Concerts are every Friday starting at 7:30 PM during June and July. Join us at City Park this summer.

Dear friends,
Wishing you all a Happy Mothers Day full of celebration and love!

Friends in our KC neighborhood --
🚂 Check out this event at Union Station! 🚂
Includes free admission, yet you need to secure your tickets NOW to assure you have a seat. Link below for details.
Union Station Kansas City

Register now for FREE tickets to see the Rocky Mountain Express documentary at our giant 5-story Extreme Screen on Saturday, May 18.

CPKC's Final Spike Steam Tour is making a special stop at Union Station on Saturday, May 18, featuring the iconic 2816 locomotive known as "The Empress." From noon to 5pm, you'll have the rare opportunity to experience the nearly century-old Empress, dive into railroad history with CPKC’s mobile museum, and enjoy mini-train rides for kids on the Puffer Belly Express.

Plus, as a special bonus opportunity, made possible by CPKC in conjunction with the CPKC Final Spike Steam Tour, railfans of all ages can enjoy FREE tickets to our Extreme Screen Theatre for special showtimes of the Rocky Mountain Express at 12:30pm, 2:30pm and 4:30pm.

Extreme Screen tickets for the Rocky Mountain Express are FREE and on a first-come basis. Secure your tickets now >> https://bit.ly/ExtremeScreen

In the Rocky Mountain Express documentary, you'll climb aboard the majestic steam engine 2816 and travel through the breathtaking vistas of the Canadian Rockies while discovering stories of heroic drama and amazing engineering in building a nearly impossible transcontinental railway - one of the greatest engineering feats of all time. Rocky Mountain Express weaves together spectacular aerial cinematography, archival photographs and maps, and the potent energy and rhythms of a live steam locomotive to immerse audiences in a remarkable story from the age of steam.

Sharing via Kansas Travel at KansasTravel.org
"This great postcard shows the opening of the street car line in Emporia, Kansas on October 26, 1911."

Sharing this safety tip and reminder via Missouri State Highway Patrol :
Know before you go:
- Know how to operate your boat.
- Know the waterways.
- Know what to do to protect yourself and your crew in an emergency.

For friends in our Topeka neighborhood --
Coming Soon: Combat Air Museum Pancake Feed!
Click hear for detailed info.
Combat Air Museum

Combat Air Pancake Feed 2024 - 10 This is "Combat Air Pancake Feed 2024 - 10" by Shaun Collins on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.

There will be a total solar eclipse on March 30, 2033, in a remote part of northwest Alaska, but for most in the US, we will get back-to-back eclipses in 2044 and 2045. https://bit.ly/49qN3pz

Don't Forget Your Ears! Free Video Otoscope Checks.

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