Fundraiser for twins
ERIE — A bowling fundraiser is planned for Saturday, Feb. 1, at the Lucky Strikes bowling alley in Erie.
The event times are 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. The donation is $20 per person and that includes three games and shoe rental. Food and drinks are available for purchase as well. There also will be a 50-50 raffle.
Proceeds will support Luke and Shannon Schibi in covering NICU medical expenses for their twins, Noah and Liam.
Harris sparrow topic of Audubon meeting
PARSONS — The life history of the Harris sparrow will be the program when the Southeast Kansas Audubon Society meets at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 4, at the Parsons Arboretum, 2004 Briggs at the corner of 21st and Briggs in Glenwood Park.
Andrew George, associate professor of biology at Pittsburg State University, will make the presentation. George will speak on his research of banding and radio tagging the Harris sparrow, a winter resident of Southeast Kansas. The public is invited and refreshments will be served following the program.
Events at Chanute library
These events are coming up at the Chanute Public Library.
Tuesday, Feb. 4, at 10 a.m.: Story Time. Ages 3-4 years old. Must be signed up.
Thursday, Feb. 6, at 4 p.m.: Kids Valentines Crafts. All ages.
Thursday, Feb. 6, from 4-6 p.m.: Adult Crafts: Cross Stitch Bookmarks. Ages 12 and up.
Thursday, Feb. 6, from 4-7 p.m.: Stitchin’ Time.
Friday, Feb. 7, at 10 a.m.: Rhyme Time. Babies and toddlers.
NCART open house on Feb. 14
Neosho County Agency Resource Team (NCART) will have an open house from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 14, at 1401 W. Main Street, Suite D, Chanute. This is a come and go event.
NCART is a volunteer-driven community service group working to improve the lives of youth and their families by cooperating with other local organizations, as well as facilitating, participating in and supporting events and initiatives that positively impact their health and wellness. NCART was awarded the KDADS substance use planning grant this year to build capacity to engage our community in a prevention planning process. The purpose of the planning grant is to develop a strong foundation before launching into the implementation of a comprehensive community prevention plan.
Beekeeping class is Feb. 15
INDEPENDENCE — The Montgomery County Beekeepers Association will be hosting its seventh annual introduction to beekeeping course from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, at Independence Community College West, 2615 W. Main, in Independence. Registration will begin at 7:30 a.m. There will be an hour break for lunch. The cost for non-members is $25 per household for those preregistered or $30 at the door. For members who have paid their 2025 dues of $15, there is no cost, but members may purchase the book for $10 if desired. The price includes the course, a book entitled “First Lessons in Beekeeping” and a one-year club membership to the Montgomery County Beekeepers Association.
This is a one-day, beginner’s course that will prepare the new beekeeper for his or her first year of beekeeping. The course will cover where to purchase bees, equipment, safety precautions, hive inspections, beekeeper’s calendar and more. To pre-register, send checks to MCBA President Emmalee Hoggatt, 3550 W. 4200 St., Independence. While pre-registration is not required, it is appreciated as this class has increased in popularity over the years. For more information, please contact Jason Elmore 620-249-4864.
