Events

Join K-State Olathe for an informational webinar about the Graduate Certificate in Data Analytics & Insights in Animal Health. Be a vital member of your company's data team and a leader in the strategic use of data to drive insights in research and business applications in animal health. Skill in data analytics is a critical need for the growing animal health industry. The 15-credit hour Data Analytics and Insights in Animal Health Graduate Certificate is based on industry input and exclusively tailored to the animal health industry. Register for the webinar here: https://olathe.k-state.edu/academics/programs-graduate/certificates/data-analytics-insights-in-animal-health/

Join us for a compassionate, educational class designed to help women and their families better understand perinatal mental health during pregnancy and the first postpartum year. Pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum can be beautiful moments in time — but they can also bring unexpected emotional challenges. Many pregnant and postpartum women experience anxiety, sadness, overwhelm, or intrusive thoughts which can be scary. Finding support and learning to recognize these common challenges can make such a meaningful difference. In this class, you will learn: What Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs) are and why these emotional changes during pregnancy and postpartum are common. Signs and symptoms of PMADs. Practical tools and coping strategies you can use to help yourself or a loved one throughout pregnancy and the first year postpartum. When to seek help and how to find support for yourself or someone you love This class is open to all pregnant women, postpartum mothers, significant others, and family members. Advent Health is here to be part of your village. Because no one should have to navigate this season alone. Instructed by: Abby Pollard, LSCSW, PMH-C Class $15, for more information and to regsiter, AdventHealthKC.com/Wellness 

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.” 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 birds of prey, the importance of pollinators and native plants, simple things you can do at home to support nature, soil conservation, and much more. 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 Extension website.

Join us for the second installment of Think Well, our community education series dedicated to lifelong brain health. Think Well: Sharpen & Recharge – Mental Fitness and the Power of Sleep explores two of the most powerful — and often overlooked — pillars of cognitive vitality: keeping your mind active and giving it the restorative sleep it needs to thrive. In this engaging and practical session, our neuroscience experts will break down the science behind mental fitness and sleep, highlighting how cognitive stimulation, purposeful activity, and high-quality rest work together to strengthen memory, improve focus, and support long-term brain health. You’ll learn how sleep impacts memory consolidation, toxin clearance in the brain, emotional regulation, and overall cognitive performance — and why protecting your sleep may be one of the most important investments you can make in your future brain health. Attendees will walk away with actionable strategies to sharpen mental resilience, build brain-boosting daily habits, and improve sleep quality — along with practical tools you can begin using right away. Whether you’re looking to stay mentally sharp, enhance your performance, or reduce your risk of cognitive decline, this session will equip you with the knowledge and inspiration to recharge your brain and think well for years to come. Free to attend, please RSVP at classregistration@adventhealth.com 

This workshop covers the basics of Sales Tax and Use Tax as they apply to retail business, as well as the appropriate uses of the different exemptions that may be encountered. Other topics discussed include record keeping for audit compliance and estimated tax payments. This information is presented by a tax specialist with the Kansas Department of Revenue.

Fourth Friday brings a burst of energy to Downtown Olathe each month. The streets come alive with live music, food trucks, drinks, local vendors, face painting and a fun, welcoming atmosphere that makes it easy to explore and enjoy the evening. It’s the perfect chance to grab great food, browse local makers, listen to music, and take in the downtown experience! Come see what’s happening downtown, you won’t want to miss it!   More information at: https://fourthfridays.olathe.org/   Event Waiver for vendors

20+ Dinosaurs, 20+ Unicorns and 60+ Farm Adventures KC Pumpkin Patch transforms into a playground of roaring dinos and shimmering unicorns. Dive into a day full of discovery, imagination, photo ops and adventure. This one-of-a-kind adventure brings prehistoric giants and mythical magic together for a day of immersive fun on the farm! See over 20 life-sized dinosaurs and 20 massive unicorns come to life for the ultimate family experience in Kansas City.