Community Events

If you are interested in learning more native plants and pollinators or just want a reason to get outside and appreciate nature while connecting with people in your community, you will want to attend “Wonders of Discovery.” This is the National Pollinator Week Celebration in Johnson County. The event will be held at the Pollinator Prairie at 320 S Blake Street in Olathe. Visitors will be greeted with beautiful gardens of blooming native plants filled with busy pollinators. Wonders of Discovery is a free event for all ages hosted annually by the Johnson County Extension Master Naturalists. There will be exhibits on Kansas native plants, gardening for wildlife, pollinators, such as native bees and bats, and other nature related displays. Games and activities are planned for children, so this will be a fun and educational event for the whole family.  Did you know that pollinators are responsible for one out of every three bites of food you eat? Most flowering plants need help with pollination to produce seeds and fruit. Pollinators provide the essential service of transferring pollen from plant to plant to fertilize flowers so they can grow into the wide variety of fruits, nuts and seeds that we enjoy.  People need pollinators, but have you considered that pollinators need people too? There is so much to discover about these fascinating creatures and our important connection with them.  Attending “Wonders of Discovery” will help you gain a greater appreciation for pollinators and the native plants that support them at the Pollinator Prairie, a prime example of habitat gardens. The Pollinator Prairie is free and open to the public from sunrise to sunset every day of the year and includes an accessible trail that winds around four native plant gardens. For more information on the Wonders of Discovery Event or the Pollinator Prairie, you can check out the Pollinator Prairie – Olathe KS page on Facebook and the Johnson County K-State Research and Extension website.  

Please join us for a virtual webinar discussing the Master of Science in Veterinary Biomedical Science program at K-State Olathe! After a short video and discussion, the webinar will conclude with a live Q&A with a faculty member and student success coach from the program. All eligible attendees will receive a $65 application fee waiver when applying for the program.   Register here: https://olathe.k-state.edu/academics/programs-graduate/masters/veterinary-biomedical-science/

Please join us for a virtual webinar discussing the Animal Health Regulatory Affairs Graduate Certificate program at K-State Olathe! After a short video and discussion, the webinar will conclude with a live Q&A with a faculty member and student success coach from the program. All eligible attendees will receive a $35 application fee waiver when applying for the program. Register and learn more here: https://olathe.k-state.edu/academics/programs-graduate/certificates/regulatory-affairs/

Get ready to experience Downtown Olathe like never before at Fourth Fridays! Each month, we bring the streets to life with incredible live music, mouth-watering food trucks, unique local vendors, and community! Last year, we went all out to make Fourth Fridays bigger and better, doubling the vendors and nearly tripling our food truck lineup—and this year, we’re raising the bar even higher! Expect returning favorite bands and new sounds to get you dancing, plus a lineup of can’t-miss food, drinks, and surprises around every corner.  Mark your calendars, grab your friends, and don’t miss out on the best night of the month in Olathe!   More information at: https://fourthfridays.olathe.org/  

Get ready to experience Downtown Olathe like never before at Fourth Fridays! Each month, we bring the streets to life with incredible live music, mouth-watering food trucks, unique local vendors, and community! Last year, we went all out to make Fourth Fridays bigger and better, doubling the vendors and nearly tripling our food truck lineup—and this year, we’re raising the bar even higher! Expect returning favorite bands and new sounds to get you dancing, plus a lineup of can’t-miss food, drinks, and surprises around every corner.  Mark your calendars, grab your friends, and don’t miss out on the best night of the month in Olathe!   More information at: https://fourthfridays.olathe.org/  

The Commemorative Air Force's Heart of America Wing presents: OPEN HANGAR DAYS The first Saturday of every month: May 3, June 7, July 5, August 2, September 6 10am - 2pm, rain or shine! Join us for this FREE and FUN FAMILY event! WW2 Museum Jeep Rides Kid’s Activities Airplanes   https://www.cafhoa.org

Get ready to experience Downtown Olathe like never before at Fourth Fridays! Each month, we bring the streets to life with incredible live music, mouth-watering food trucks, unique local vendors, and community! Last year, we went all out to make Fourth Fridays bigger and better, doubling the vendors and nearly tripling our food truck lineup—and this year, we’re raising the bar even higher! Expect returning favorite bands and new sounds to get you dancing, plus a lineup of can’t-miss food, drinks, and surprises around every corner.  Mark your calendars, grab your friends, and don’t miss out on the best night of the month in Olathe!   More information at: https://fourthfridays.olathe.org/  

Get ready to experience Downtown Olathe like never before at Fourth Fridays! Each month, we bring the streets to life with incredible live music, mouth-watering food trucks, unique local vendors, and community! Last year, we went all out to make Fourth Fridays bigger and better, doubling the vendors and nearly tripling our food truck lineup—and this year, we’re raising the bar even higher! Expect returning favorite bands and new sounds to get you dancing, plus a lineup of can’t-miss food, drinks, and surprises around every corner.  Mark your calendars, grab your friends, and don’t miss out on the best night of the month in Olathe!   More information at: https://fourthfridays.olathe.org/  

Born from a love of both American roots and the timeless traditions of Celtic music, The Elders have been captivating audiences with their unique fusion of Americana and Celtic rock. Hailing from Kansas City, Missouri, the band draws on a rich tapestry of folk, bluegrass, and Irish influences, blending them seamlessly with the energy and grit of rock ‘n’ roll. Composed of musicians who share a deep respect for the powerful storytelling traditions found in both American and Celtic music, their sound is an unmistakable mix of banjo, fiddle, electric and acoustic guitars, and pounding drums, driven by the infectious rhythms of both Celtic jigs and the rebellious spirit of Americana. Whether it's the high-energy, foot-stomping anthems or soulful ballads, The Elders create an experience that transports listeners to a place where the old world meets the new, where past and present collide in a celebration of roots music with a rock ‘n’ roll heart. From their Emmy-winning DVD to a celebrated induction into the Kansas Music Hall of Fame and a nationwide PBS concert special, The Elders captivate audiences with the unstoppable energy, heart, and harmony that keep them going strong. The Elders are Ian Byrne (lead vocals and percussion), Kian Byrne (vocals, drums, bass guitar, acoustic guitar, and mandolin), Norm Dahlor (vocals, bass guitar, acoustic guitar), Diana Ladio (vocals, fiddle), William "Liam" Latas (vocals, lead guitar, acoustic guitar), and Daniel Loftus (vocals, keyboards, bass guitar). Visit https://www.jccc.edu/midwest-trust-center/events/2025-2026/lutl-elders.html for more information.

Get ready to experience Downtown Olathe like never before at Fourth Fridays! Each month, we bring the streets to life with incredible live music, mouth-watering food trucks, unique local vendors, and community! Last year, we went all out to make Fourth Fridays bigger and better, doubling the vendors and nearly tripling our food truck lineup—and this year, we’re raising the bar even higher! Expect returning favorite bands and new sounds to get you dancing, plus a lineup of can’t-miss food, drinks, and surprises around every corner.  Mark your calendars, grab your friends, and don’t miss out on the best night of the month in Olathe!   More information at: https://fourthfridays.olathe.org/  

Get ready to experience Downtown Olathe like never before at Fourth Fridays! Each month, we bring the streets to life with incredible live music, mouth-watering food trucks, unique local vendors, and community! Last year, we went all out to make Fourth Fridays bigger and better, doubling the vendors and nearly tripling our food truck lineup—and this year, we’re raising the bar even higher! Expect returning favorite bands and new sounds to get you dancing, plus a lineup of can’t-miss food, drinks, and surprises around every corner.  Mark your calendars, grab your friends, and don’t miss out on the best night of the month in Olathe!   More information at: https://fourthfridays.olathe.org/  

Singer-songwriters Beth Watts Nelson and Kelly Hunt join forces to perform original songs that sound as if they have been unearthed with the patina of decades in the songbook of Americana. Beth Watts Nelson Recently ending a 20-year career as a choral director in public schools, Beth Watts Nelson can now be found pursuing her muse in various projects throughout the Kansas City area. Her newest group, Little Miss Dynamite, combined the acoustic forces of some of KC’s finest musicians (Betse Ellis, Brandon Day, and Caleb Gardner) to release their debut album, “Grow Up” in May 2024. Nelson also sings and plays the clawhammer banjo in the fiery old-time string band, Catgut, and is a founding member of the Konza Swamp Band, a long-standing pillar of the local bluegrass scene. Her sweet and soulful duo, Beth and Brandon, plans to release an EP this year. As a solo/duo performer with a voice that cuts straight to your soul, while playing a vintage Martin guitar or clawhammer banjo, she evokes smiles and tears – often at the same time. Kelly Hunt Memphis-raised singer-songwriter Kelly Hunt paints stories as old and offbeat as her Depression-era tenor banjo and parlor guitar, reimagining traditions of folk and old-time music with innovative vigor. Interweaving poetic lyrics, lilting melodies, and intriguing arrangements, Hunt casts a spell. Her 2019 debut album, “Even the Sparrow,” was a finalist for the International Folk Music Awards “Album of the Year.” Her sophomore album, “Ozark Symphony,” was recorded with Grammy-winning musician and producer Dirk Powell and released on Compass Records in 2023.  

Fourth Thursdays (Free Q&A Lead Generation & Cybersecurity) February 27, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm RSVP here: https://strategynewmedia.com/4th-thursdays/ Struggling with Lead Generation or Cybersecurity? 4th Thursdays at Strategy Are the Answer! Get expert advice and guidance to solve your business’ toughest questions! Reserve Your Spot Today! Attend Our Free Q&A Event On the 4th Thursday of every month, Strategy is hosting an open-house event for businesses and community members to ask questions about lead generation and cybersecurity. If you’re struggling to get the leads you need, concerned about changing technology, or just need someone to bounce ideas off, visit us and talk with our experts for free. Reserve Your Spot Today! Event Information We’ll answer any question we can on the day of the event and research to get you the answer if we don’t have it – all at no cost to you! Where? 16500 Indian Creek Parkway, Suite 108 Olathe, KS 66062 When? 4th Thursday of every month (except November and December) 11 AM – 1 PM What? Access to our expert lead generation and cybersecurity team. Reserve Your Spot Today!