| Third Thursday on August 15 | |
 Third Thursday this month falls on August 15. Concert on the Creek welcomes Last Transit to the Avenue A Park state. It's from 7-10:30 p.m. Also check out the Art Purchase Award Display at Gallery 7, 207 South Main. The pieces of art on display have been purchased through a fund at Third Thursday to support the Artists of Third Thursday. They are available to be on display for your business, workplace and other public places.
See more details about this month's Third Thursday by clicking here. |
| Your Event on the Downtown Hutchinson Website | |
 The Downtown Hutchinson website lists events on the home page that are entered on the Hutchinson News Events list. So, when you're doing an event, you only have to put it on the Hutchinson News Events list, tag downtown when prompted, and it will automatically appear on the Downtown Hutchinson website, too.
Begin by entering the information at http://calendar.hutchnews.com/. You will have an opportunity to classify your event, and one of the options is "downtown." Click that box, in addition to any others, and your event will automatically also appear on the Downtown Hutchinson website. |
| Downtown in Bloom | |
 Flowers throughout downtown have been a profusion of blooms this summer. In addition to what has been done by the city, some business owners have gotten into the act, too. With all the upgrades at George Pyle park this summer, it is beautiful downtown. It makes downtown all the more inviting. |
| Sixth Annual Rod Run & Classic Car Show | |
 A Rod Run volunteer meeting is set for Tuesday, August 20, at the Chamber of Commerce, beginning at 6 p.m. Volunteers help with everything from stuffing welcome bags to selling souvenirs. Attend the meeting or call Janet at 620-966-5447 for details.
Organizers are also looking for people who want to display car-related art during the September Third Thursday. For more info, contact Jim Seitnater at 620-694-2677. |
| Thank You! | |
Thanks to everyone who has helped make it a successful summer downtown! From concerts to BBQ Hutch, it has been a busy summer and it's not over yet.
Maybe you helped organize or donated to one or more causes. Your efforts are appreciated. Thank you for helping make downtown Hutchinson a vital, thriving place.
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| Funds Available for Existing or New Businesses | |
 Reno County E-Partners has secured a new funding source from Network Kansas to assist Reno County entrepreneurs with financing to start or expand a business. E-Community funds may be used in conjunction with local financing and other micro loan programs available through the Quest Center to assist a viable business, whether a start up or expansion. |
| Save the Date - Soup and Chili Festival on October 26 | |
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The Soup and Chili Festival is Saturday, October 26. Think about participating by making soup or chili. More details will follow, but Save the Date!
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| A Walk in the Park Trails | |
The trails in Avenue A Park are designed to encourage people to take a walk during their lunch hour, or enjoy a pleasant visit any other time.
One of the sculpture pieces from the original Sculpture Walk is in its new home. Print a brochure by going to: Walk in the Park Trails.
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| Save the Date! | |
 October 4-6 - Downtown Rod Run October 26 - Chili and Soup Festival December Saturdays - Christmas Events December 13-15 - Prairie Nutcracker |
