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Visitors will have plenty to choose from with a trip to Abilene during December. Everything from live professional theatre to the Holiday Homes Tours are sure to please.
Those using the Civic Center after November 15 will be greeted with a brand new look. Newly painted walls and new carpet will be completed just in time for the Christmas season.
The 14 foot Christmas tree will go up on the 16th, with the official Mayor's Tree Lighting set for December 5, 6 p.m.. Santa will be on hand to greet the children and give them a bag full of goodies.
The Heritage Homes Association has lined up six extraordinary homes for the Homes for the Holidays Tours, set for December 5, from 4-8 p.m. and December 6, 1 - 5 p.m. Tickets may be purchased at the Visitors Information Center or the Heritage Center.
The Seelye Mansion, beginnng November 27 and the Lebold Mansion, starting November 17, will be decorated and open for tours.
Abilene Downtown Association is finalizing details for the Night of Christmas Magic, also on December 5. The Chamber will hold its annual Parade of Lights, ending at the Union Pacific Depot for the lighting ceremony.
The Eisenhower Presidential Library & Museum will be decked out with added holiday decorations, a Holiday Open House and Abilene Municipal Band concert on December 6.
The Kirby House will sponsor its annual Holiday Tea on Saturday, December 5. Reservations are required.
The annual Holiday Craft Show is at Sterl Hall, December 5. The Heritage Center will host its annual Christmas in the Cabin on December 6.
Great Plains Theatre is featuring "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" December 4 through 20.
Make plans now for a trip to Abilene!
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Downtown Hosts Holiday Open House
Downtown Abilene merchants will host a Holiday Open House this weekend, beginning Thursday, November 5, running through Sunday, November 8.
Shoppers can enjoy food and drink, the opportunity to win a prize, and lots of bargains. Get an early start on Christmas and shop Abilene this weekend. |
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Two great productions will show during November and December at Great Plains Theatre.
"Moon Over Buffalo" features Charlotte and George Hay, an acting couple well past their prime, on tour in Buffalo in 1953. The couple has just lost their last chance at stardom--leads in a Frank Capra movie. Add to the mix an almost deaf grandmother/costume mistress and a forgetful weatherman/fiancée and the soup thickens! When the agent calls to say Frank Capra will be attending the matinee, we discover George is missing and the company can't figure out of it's playing Private Lives or Cyrano de Bergerac.
An overwhelming audience favorite! Follow the Biblical saga of Joseph and his eleven brothers through the music of Andrew Lloyd Webber. This colorful retelling of the biblical story about Joseph, his uncanny abilities and his designer coat sings out to young and old alike with a score which is wall to wall hits. A must see event for the entire family! (Rated G)
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Book Talk Series Features Stephen Ambrose
The Eisenhower Presidential Library and the Abilene Public Library annual book talk series continues with a panel discussion on historian Stephen Ambrose. The program begins on Nov. 10 at 7 p.m. in the Visitors Center Auditorium at the Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum.
The author of more than 20 books, Ambrose emerged in the 1990s as one of America's most popular historians. "Given his popularity and name recognition with the general public, it's fair to say Ambrose is the 'people's historian'," said Dr. Jim Leyerzapf who recently retired from the Eisenhower Presidential Library after 37 years of service.
Leyerzapf will appear on the discussion panel along with fellow Library retiree David Haight and Lon Schrader, Director of Public Works for the City of Abilene and avid reader.
Those interested in attending the book talk are encouraged to read one of Ambrose's many works, most of which are available at the Abilene Public Library. "We encourage all readers and fans of Stephen Ambrose to join in this discussion," said Judy Burgess, Director of the Abilene Public Library.
Future book programs will explore the Eisenhower Era and other aspects of the presidency. |
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County and SBDC Offers
Online Training for Businesses
The North Central Kansas Small Business Development Center will present a seminar November 18 to assist business owners in determining how to develop a website. "Developing Your Online Presence" will be held at the Solomon City Hall from 6 to 8 p.m. and is co-sponsored by Dickinson County Economic Development.
Linda Sutton, NCK SBDC Consultant, will present information on Domain Name Registration, Website Design, Payment Options, Security, E-Marketing, and other topics related to conducting business on-line. Information on what to avoid in E-Commerce will also be available. This seminar is designed for businesses that currently do not have a website.
The cost to attend is $20 with advanced registration. Interested persons may contact the NCK SBDC at
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Arts Council Offers Craft Classes
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The Dickinson County Arts Council is offering holiday craft classes for kids ages 5 and up. The cost of each class is only $5, which includes a snack & drink. Classes are held at the Community Resource Center at 203 N. Cedar.
The crafts are:
Ornament Painting - each child will choose 3 ornaments to paint from a selection of plaster of paris ornaments.
Holiday Picture Frames - each child will paint a wooden picture frame and decorate it as they choose using paint, sequins and assorted foam & felt appliqués.
Foam Ornaments - each child will assemble & glue foam pieces to make 3 ornaments.
Class Schedule:
Nov. 7th - 1:00 p.m. - Foam Ornaments
Nov. 7th - 2:30 p.m. - Ornament Painting
Nov. 14th - 1:00 p.m. - Foam Ornaments
Nov. 14th - 2:30 p.m. - Picture Frames
Nov. 21st - 1:00 p.m. - Ornament Painting |
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November
1-30 "Gem on the Plains: Ike's Abilene, 1890-1910" Exhibit, Eisenhower Presidential Library & Museum
1-30 "Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing" Exhibit, Eisenhower Presidential Library 2nd Floor Gallery
5-8 Downtown Holiday Open House Weekend
6-15 "Moon Over Buffalo", Great Plains Theatre
7-8 Abilene Gun Show, Sterl Hall
10 2nd Annual Eisenhower Library/ Abilene Public Library Book Talk Series, Eisenhower Visitor Center Auditorium
11 VFW Veterans Day Ceremony, Eisenhower Presidential Library & Museum
17 National Issues Forum - "Economic Security", Eisenhower Visitor Center Auditorium
17-Jan. 10 Lebold Mansion Christmas Tours, 106 N. Vine
27-Jan. 10 Seelye Mansion Christmas Tours-1105 N Buckeye
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4-20 "Joseph & The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat", Great Plains Theatre
5 Annual Holiday Craft Show, Sterl Hall
5 Annual "Victorian Holiday Tea" Kirby House, 11 a.m. - by Reservation Only
5 "Parade of Lights" Christmas Parade
5 "Evening of Christmas Magic" and Mayor's Christmas Tree Lighting, Historic Downtown Abilene
5 Lighting of the Union Pacific Depot, 201 NW Second
5-6 Homes for the Holidays Tour
6 Christmas in the Cabin, Heritage Center
6 Holiday Reception and Abilene Municipal Band Concert, Eisenhower Visitor Center Auditorium
11-13 "Christmas Traditions" Trolley Tours
12 Santa Train Ride-200 S.E.5th
12 2nd Annual Ladies Holiday Brunch, Arts Council of Dickinson County, Great Plains Theatre
17-20 "Christmas Traditions" Trolley Tours
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CVB Offers Girlfriends and Couples
Packages
If you are looking for a place to escape for a romantic weekend, or a girlfriend's get away, come to Abilene. The CVB has packaged holiday tours just for you!
Dinner, Drama & Delights
$275 for two
$100 person (minimum of eight)
One night lodging in the Eisenhower Suite at Abilene's Victorian Inn
$75 dinner coupon for two people OR
$200 dinner coupon for eight people
Discount Coupons for downtown artisan shops
Tickets to professional theatre
Wine or specially brewed tea and Russell Stover chocolates -
Christmas Spectacular
$460-one couple
Two nights lodging in the Eisenhower Suite at Abilene's Victorian Inn
$75 dinner coupon
Discount Coupons for downtown artisan shops
Two Tickets to the Homes for the Holidays Tour
Tickets to tour the Seelye Mansion and Lebold Mansion
A bottle of wine, 12 pack of beer, or specially brewed tea
Friday night Holiday food platter
Christmas Spectacular (minimum of six)
$175 per person
Two nights lodging in "The Nest" at Abilene's Victorian Inn
$150 dinner coupon
Discount coupons for downtown artisan shops
Six tickets to the Homes for the Holidays Tour
Six tickets to tour the Seelye Mansion
Six tickets to tour the Lebold Mansion
Beverages of your choice and a Holiday food platter |
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The Hitching Post Restaurant is celebrating its 1st Birthday! Free birthday cake with every meal, specials each day, sign up for the big weekend drawing. Finale on Saturday, November 7, outdoor barbecue and prize drawing. Grand Prize to be a tour and dinner for eight at the Seelye Mansion. |
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