﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Olathe Chamber of Commerce Events Newswire</title><link>https://olathe.org</link><description>News related to Olathe Chamber of Commerce</description><copyright>(c) 2026, Olathe Chamber of Commerce All Rights Reserved.</copyright><ttl>5</ttl><item><title>GAME - Plan for Lean &amp; Profitable Growth  10/17/2019 7:30 AM - 12/12/2019 10:00 AM</title><description>Join other successful, growing business owners for five active learning sessions, designed to help you become the leader that your organization needs.

Upcoming Dates:
10/17/19 - PROCESS - PEOPLE - VALUES - ARE THEY ALIGNED?
10/31/19 - VALUE STREAM MAPPING
11/7/19 - UNDERSTAND AND IMPLEMENT SWOT ANALYSIS
11/21/19 - SPEED TO MARKET - DEVELOP INNOVATIVE, NEW PRODUCTS AND/OR SERVICES TO BEAT COMPETITION
12/12/19 - DEVELOP YOUR COMPANY SCORECARD

Each session includes: round table discussion of current/pressing issues for business owners, 10 minutes focused on best practices, industry expert working session on topics that you can implement in your business.

The series of 5 sessions is only $99, thanks to the generous sponsorship of Bank of the Prairie. 
If you own a business with sales in excess of $250,000...APPLY NOW at: bit.ly/GAME-2019. 
</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6914</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Oct 2019 18:12:23 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>GAME - Plan for Lean &amp; Profitable Growth  10/17/2019 7:30 AM - 12/12/2019 10:00 AM</title><description>Join other successful, growing business owners for five active learning sessions, designed to help you become the leader that your organization needs.

Upcoming Dates:
10/17/19 - PROCESS - PEOPLE - VALUES - ARE THEY ALIGNED?
10/31/19 - VALUE STREAM MAPPING
11/7/19 - UNDERSTAND AND IMPLEMENT SWOT ANALYSIS
11/21/19 - SPEED TO MARKET - DEVELOP INNOVATIVE, NEW PRODUCTS AND/OR SERVICES TO BEAT COMPETITION
12/12/19 - DEVELOP YOUR COMPANY SCORECARD

Each session includes: round table discussion of current/pressing issues for business owners, 10 minutes focused on best practices, industry expert working session on topics that you can implement in your business.

The series of 5 sessions is only $99, thanks to the generous sponsorship of Bank of the Prairie. 
If you own a business with sales in excess of $250,000...APPLY NOW at: bit.ly/GAME-2019. 
</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6915</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Oct 2019 09:54:52 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Plan for Succession While Building Value: A workshop for business owners 11/1/2019 7:30 AM - 11/1/2019 4:00 PM</title><description>This conference will address critical components that are involved in building the value of your business and planning for succession. Presentations will be relevant to sellers, buyers and those looking for creative business transition opportunities.

Features of the conference include:

Two optional boot camps early in the morning.
One to familiarize attendees with terms and the typical steps involved in a business transition
and one on business valuation.
Keynote address by John H. Brown, the founder of Business Enterprise Institute, the oldest and largest provider of Exit Planning education to owners and advisors in North America.
Two educational sessions on:
Planning Your Succession - Presented by Jack Harwell, Kansas SBDC
Buildling Value in Your Business- Presented by Stephanie Landis, Kansas SBDC
Breakout sessions on specific transition opportunities, including:
family transitions,
non-family transitions
selling to third parties
Round tables on various educational topics, and a panel of business owners who have successfully transitioned ownership of their business
Continental breakfast and buffet lunch are included in the registration fee.

Early Bird pricing is $75, which is automatically applied at checkout. This price is available through 10/4/19.</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6908</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Sep 2019 12:47:30 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>The Haunting of Hill House 11/1/2019 8:00 PM - 11/1/2019 10:00 PM</title><description>The Haunting of Hill House
Adapted for the stage by F. Andrew Leslie from the novel by Shirley Jackson
October 25-November 10, 2019

An investigator of supernatural phenomena arrives at Hill House, a silent and nearly empty mansion with a dark history. Other guests and paranormal researchers arrive and they soon witness strange and eerie events. Questioning themselves, and with fears mounting, they try to learn about the evil presence in Hill House — unaware that it may have plans of its own.

SPECIAL DATES:
Opening night, Oct 25, 2019 | Guests will be treated to a post-show celebration with the cast and crew!
Halloween, Oct. 31, 2019 | Celebrate Halloween by attending this additional Thursday night performance.

CAST
Eleanor – Venus Leung
Theodora – Charlotte Gilman
Dr. Montague – David Nickol
Luke – Jefferson Harwood
Mrs. Montague: Sally Schmucker
Arthur – John Grow
Mrs. Dudley – Victoria Hoffman

 

CREATIVE TEAM
Director – Derrick Freeman
Stage Manager – D.K. Evenson
Costume Design - Meghann Deveroux
Set Design - Richard Burt
Lighting Design - Chuck Cline
Sound Design - Michael Bunn

 
PLAN YOUR VISIT TO OCTA
Tickets may be purchased with credit card, check, or cash. Free parking is available in the OCTA lot and on the street. Concessions are available for cash or credit donation and may be taken into the theater.


</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6825</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Aug 2019 14:38:28 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>The Haunting of Hill House 11/2/2019 8:00 PM - 11/2/2019 10:00 PM</title><description>The Haunting of Hill House
Adapted for the stage by F. Andrew Leslie from the novel by Shirley Jackson
October 25-November 10, 2019

An investigator of supernatural phenomena arrives at Hill House, a silent and nearly empty mansion with a dark history. Other guests and paranormal researchers arrive and they soon witness strange and eerie events. Questioning themselves, and with fears mounting, they try to learn about the evil presence in Hill House — unaware that it may have plans of its own.

SPECIAL DATES:
Opening night, Oct 25, 2019 | Guests will be treated to a post-show celebration with the cast and crew!
Halloween, Oct. 31, 2019 | Celebrate Halloween by attending this additional Thursday night performance.

CAST
Eleanor – Venus Leung
Theodora – Charlotte Gilman
Dr. Montague – David Nickol
Luke – Jefferson Harwood
Mrs. Montague: Sally Schmucker
Arthur – John Grow
Mrs. Dudley – Victoria Hoffman

 

CREATIVE TEAM
Director – Derrick Freeman
Stage Manager – D.K. Evenson
Costume Design - Meghann Deveroux
Set Design - Richard Burt
Lighting Design - Chuck Cline
Sound Design - Michael Bunn

 
PLAN YOUR VISIT TO OCTA
Tickets may be purchased with credit card, check, or cash. Free parking is available in the OCTA lot and on the street. Concessions are available for cash or credit donation and may be taken into the theater.


</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6826</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Aug 2019 14:38:31 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>The Haunting of Hill House 11/3/2019 2:00 PM - 11/3/2019 4:00 PM</title><description>The Haunting of Hill House
Adapted for the stage by F. Andrew Leslie from the novel by Shirley Jackson
October 25-November 10, 2019

An investigator of supernatural phenomena arrives at Hill House, a silent and nearly empty mansion with a dark history. Other guests and paranormal researchers arrive and they soon witness strange and eerie events. Questioning themselves, and with fears mounting, they try to learn about the evil presence in Hill House — unaware that it may have plans of its own.

SPECIAL DATES:
Opening night, Oct 25, 2019 | Guests will be treated to a post-show celebration with the cast and crew!
Halloween, Oct. 31, 2019 | Celebrate Halloween by attending this additional Thursday night performance.

CAST
Eleanor – Venus Leung
Theodora – Charlotte Gilman
Dr. Montague – David Nickol
Luke – Jefferson Harwood
Mrs. Montague: Sally Schmucker
Arthur – John Grow
Mrs. Dudley – Victoria Hoffman

 

CREATIVE TEAM
Director – Derrick Freeman
Stage Manager – D.K. Evenson
Costume Design - Meghann Deveroux
Set Design - Richard Burt
Lighting Design - Chuck Cline
Sound Design - Michael Bunn

 
PLAN YOUR VISIT TO OCTA
Tickets may be purchased with credit card, check, or cash. Free parking is available in the OCTA lot and on the street. Concessions are available for cash or credit donation and may be taken into the theater.


</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6823</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Aug 2019 14:38:05 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 HR Mistakes That Could Put Your Business at Risk 11/5/2019 8:30 AM - 11/5/2019 10:30 AM</title><description>Enterprise University classes challenge and energize attendees with thought-provoking material from presenters who live what they’re teaching. You do not need to be a client of Enterprise Bank &amp; Trust to attend. You can sign up for one course, or as many courses as you’d like.

Join Erica Brune, President - Lever1, to learn 10 common mistakes in Human Resources that put you and your business at risk. This session explores workable strategies to help you manage HR at your business. Learn how to navigate the challenges ranging from discrimination and wrongful termination to harassment and employee paperwork. </description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6871</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Sep 2019 10:54:42 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>QuickBooks Fundamentals - for Online Users 11/5/2019 8:30 AM - 11/5/2019 12:30 PM</title><description>Learn how to set up your business using this popular online accounting program - the right way.  In this beginning-level seminar, you will learn how to create your own chart of accounts; set up customers and vendors; generate invoices, receive payments and sales receipts; pay bills and write checks; track credit card purchases and balances; reconcile accounts and bank fees; track and pay sales taxes; and produce customized financial statements and reports that will help you manage your business. Facilitated by a Certified QuickBooks® Pro-Advisor.
This is a two-day class. Class meets on 11/05/19 and 11/07/19 from 08:30 AM - 12:30 PM. </description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6744</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jul 2019 17:15:43 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>K-State Olathe Hospitality Management Informational Webinar 11/5/2019 6:00 PM - 11/5/2019 6:30 PM</title><description>Why a Hospitality Degree? This webinar will discuss the pathway from high school to community college and completing a bachelor's degree in hospitality management at K-State Olathe. The program is designed to provide students with managerial and leadership skills to advance their careers. Dr. Brett Horton will share about the program followed by the opportunity to ask questions from attendees.

K-State Olathe offers:
• No out-of-state tuition fees
• Classes are in-person, online or in combination
• Start when it fits your lifestyle

Presented by: Brett Horton, Ph.D. Professor of Practice
More information: 913-307-7373 or olatheapp@ksu.edu
Time
Nov 5, 2019 06:00 PM in Central Time (US and Canada)</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6941</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 Oct 2019 16:05:33 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Path to Profitability 11/6/2019 8:30 AM - 11/6/2019 10:30 AM</title><description>Enterprise University classes challenge and energize attendees with thought-provoking material from presenters who live what they’re teaching. You do not need to be a client of Enterprise Bank &amp; Trust to attend. You can sign up for one course, or as many courses as you’d like.

Join Nancy McCollough, Founder &amp; CEO - e2E, LLC, to explore your path to profitability. The future of your business is directly linked to its profitability. Profitability is dependent on understanding your financial results, how operations contribute to those results and aligning resources to achieve your future goals. </description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6869</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Sep 2019 10:54:21 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Rethink Your Internal Communications Strategy to Boost Employee Engagement 11/6/2019 8:30 AM - 11/6/2019 10:30 AM</title><description>Enterprise University classes challenge and energize attendees with thought-provoking material from presenters who live what they're teaching. You do not need to be a client of Enterprise Bank &amp; Trust to attend. You can sign up for one course, or as many courses as you'd like.

Come join Kara Cowie, Vice President of Corporate Communications - SkillPath. In this workshop, we'll discuss what employees want from their managers and, in turn, what managers want from employees. Learn about typical communication snags, hyper-connectivity challenges that impede effective communications, and how you can improve internal communication in your organizational for optimal employee engagement. </description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6870</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Sep 2019 10:54:33 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Competing for Government Contracts: Basic Training 11/6/2019 9:30 AM - 11/6/2019 12:00 PM</title><description>This introductory seminar is an overview of the critical first steps associated with pursuing government contracts. The Kansas Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) presents information on how to get started in the government contracting arena including federal, state and local government registrations and certifications. The seminar will also cover Kansas PTAC services available to assist businesses in all aspects of government contracting.  Not eligible for Take 3 discount.  Course registration required.

</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6729</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jul 2019 17:18:59 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Business Lunch Series #4 11/6/2019 11:30 AM - 11/6/2019 1:00 PM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;img alt="Olathe Chamber of Commerce March Business Lunch Series - Legislative Forecast 2020" height="366" src="http://www.olathe.org/e-news/events/bls/images/oct-2019-bls-header.jpg" style="display: block;margin: 0;border: 0;padding: 0;" title="Olathe Chamber of Commerce March Business Lunch Series - Legislative Forecast 2020" width="530" /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Join us Wednesday, Nov. 6 at the &lt;strong&gt;Ball Conference Center&lt;/strong&gt;, 21350 W. 153rd St., at the &lt;strong&gt;Business Lunch Series&lt;/strong&gt; to hear a legislative update. The &amp;ldquo;Legislative Forecast 2020&amp;rdquo; luncheon will provide insight into what it to look for in the next year in Topeka.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;The legislative session in early 2020 is sure to be interesting. Don&amp;rsquo;t miss this chance to hear from two of the most prominent legislators in Topeka, who also happen to represent us right here in Olathe.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Our very own &lt;strong&gt;Natalie Bright&lt;/strong&gt; will serve as our moderator. She will be joined by panelists &lt;strong&gt;Ron Ryckman&lt;/strong&gt;, Kansas Speaker of the House, and &lt;strong&gt; Julia Lynn&lt;/strong&gt;, Kansas State Senator.&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6448</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Jan 2019 15:41:37 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>IRS Small Business Tax Workshop 11/6/2019 1:00 PM - 11/6/2019 5:00 PM</title><description>Learn the basics of complying with IRS regulations, including business use of the home, self employment tax, employee versus independent contractor, payroll taxes, and electronic filing (EFTPS). Also learn record keeping requirements for business expenses, including vehicle use.  Presented by an experienced CPA and tax accountant.</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6740</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jul 2019 17:14:51 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>IRS Small Business Tax Workshop 11/6/2019 1:00 PM - 11/6/2019 5:00 PM</title><description>Learn the basics of complying with IRS regulations, including business use of the home, self employment tax, employee versus independent contractor, payroll taxes, and electronic filing (EFTPS). Also learn record keeping requirements for business expenses, including vehicle use.  Presented by an experienced CPA and tax accountant.</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6741</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jul 2019 17:14:55 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>QuickBooks Fundamentals - for Online Users 11/7/2019 8:30 AM - 11/7/2019 12:30 PM</title><description>Learn how to set up your business using this popular online accounting program - the right way.  In this beginning-level seminar, you will learn how to create your own chart of accounts; set up customers and vendors; generate invoices, receive payments and sales receipts; pay bills and write checks; track credit card purchases and balances; reconcile accounts and bank fees; track and pay sales taxes; and produce customized financial statements and reports that will help you manage your business. Facilitated by a Certified QuickBooks® Pro-Advisor.
This is a two-day class. Class meets on 11/05/19 and 11/07/19 from 08:30 AM - 12:30 PM. </description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6745</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jul 2019 17:15:47 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>QuickBooks Fundamentals - for Online Users 11/7/2019 8:30 AM - 11/7/2019 12:30 PM</title><description>Learn how to set up your business using this popular online accounting program - the right way.  In this beginning-level seminar, you will learn how to create your own chart of accounts; set up customers and vendors; generate invoices, receive payments and sales receipts; pay bills and write checks; track credit card purchases and balances; reconcile accounts and bank fees; track and pay sales taxes; and produce customized financial statements and reports that will help you manage your business. Facilitated by a Certified QuickBooks® Pro-Advisor.
This is a two-day class. Class meets on 11/05/19 and 11/07/19 from 08:30 AM - 12:30 PM. </description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6738</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jul 2019 12:33:58 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Ignite Your Instagram: Strategy &amp; Content 101 11/7/2019 8:30 AM - 11/7/2019 10:30 AM</title><description>Enterprise University classes challenge and energize attendees with thought-provoking material from presenters who live what they’re teaching. You do not need to be a client of Enterprise Bank &amp; Trust to attend. You can sign up for one course, or as many courses as you’d like.

Instagram is the fastest growing social platform. Are you maximizing it for your business or personal brand? Join Kerri Voyles, Director of Marketing &amp; Communications - Central Exchange, for this interactive session where you'll learn some basic steps for Instagram strategy and content. Bring your phone or laptop! Note: This course will not review the basics of setting up an account and navigating the app.</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6879</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Sep 2019 11:20:56 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Chamber Coffee at Starfish Project 11/7/2019 9:00 AM - 11/7/2019 10:30 AM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;With more than 100 attendees, the coffees are the largest weekly networking event in the Kansas City metro area. They are held on Thursdays at a different member business or organization each week.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Networking begins at 9:00, with a half hour program at 9:30, followed by additional networking for those who want to continue.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Please note that if the Olathe School District is closed due to inclement weather, the event will be cancelled.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Guests are welcome!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6438</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Dec 2018 14:26:47 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Ribbon Cutting for Jules &amp; Zoa Statement Style Salon 11/7/2019 11:00 AM - 11/7/2019 11:30 AM</title><description /><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6934</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Oct 2019 11:30:50 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>The Haunting of Hill House 11/8/2019 8:00 PM - 11/9/2019 10:00 PM</title><description>The Haunting of Hill House
Adapted for the stage by F. Andrew Leslie from the novel by Shirley Jackson
October 25-November 10, 2019

An investigator of supernatural phenomena arrives at Hill House, a silent and nearly empty mansion with a dark history. Other guests and paranormal researchers arrive and they soon witness strange and eerie events. Questioning themselves, and with fears mounting, they try to learn about the evil presence in Hill House — unaware that it may have plans of its own.

SPECIAL DATES:
Opening night, Oct 25, 2019 | Guests will be treated to a post-show celebration with the cast and crew!
Halloween, Oct. 31, 2019 | Celebrate Halloween by attending this additional Thursday night performance.

CAST
Eleanor – Venus Leung
Theodora – Charlotte Gilman
Dr. Montague – David Nickol
Luke – Jefferson Harwood
Mrs. Montague: Sally Schmucker
Arthur – John Grow
Mrs. Dudley – Victoria Hoffman

 

CREATIVE TEAM
Director – Derrick Freeman
Stage Manager – D.K. Evenson
Costume Design - Meghann Deveroux
Set Design - Richard Burt
Lighting Design - Chuck Cline
Sound Design - Michael Bunn

 
PLAN YOUR VISIT TO OCTA
Tickets may be purchased with credit card, check, or cash. Free parking is available in the OCTA lot and on the street. Concessions are available for cash or credit donation and may be taken into the theater.


</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6827</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Aug 2019 14:38:34 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>The Haunting of Hill House 11/10/2019 2:00 PM - 11/10/2019 4:00 PM</title><description>The Haunting of Hill House
Adapted for the stage by F. Andrew Leslie from the novel by Shirley Jackson
October 25-November 10, 2019

An investigator of supernatural phenomena arrives at Hill House, a silent and nearly empty mansion with a dark history. Other guests and paranormal researchers arrive and they soon witness strange and eerie events. Questioning themselves, and with fears mounting, they try to learn about the evil presence in Hill House — unaware that it may have plans of its own.

SPECIAL DATES:
Opening night, Oct 25, 2019 | Guests will be treated to a post-show celebration with the cast and crew!
Halloween, Oct. 31, 2019 | Celebrate Halloween by attending this additional Thursday night performance.

CAST
Eleanor – Venus Leung
Theodora – Charlotte Gilman
Dr. Montague – David Nickol
Luke – Jefferson Harwood
Mrs. Montague: Sally Schmucker
Arthur – John Grow
Mrs. Dudley – Victoria Hoffman

 

CREATIVE TEAM
Director – Derrick Freeman
Stage Manager – D.K. Evenson
Costume Design - Meghann Deveroux
Set Design - Richard Burt
Lighting Design - Chuck Cline
Sound Design - Michael Bunn

 
PLAN YOUR VISIT TO OCTA
Tickets may be purchased with credit card, check, or cash. Free parking is available in the OCTA lot and on the street. Concessions are available for cash or credit donation and may be taken into the theater.


</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6822</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Aug 2019 14:38:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>2019 Johnson County Veterans Day Observance 11/11/2019 11:00 AM - 11/11/2019 </title><description>&lt;p&gt;The 2019 Johnson County Veterans Day Observance, honoring all local veterans from all wars, has invited&amp;nbsp;as special guests&amp;nbsp;local women veterans/women who have served in the military.&amp;nbsp;The event is set for&amp;nbsp;at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 11, at Veterans Memorial Park located at Harrison Street and Dennis Avenue in Olathe.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://jocogov.org/article/2019/10/30/12173"&gt;https://jocogov.org/article/2019/10/30/12173&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6942</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Nov 2019 10:24:58 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Mandatory Volunteer Training for Find Your Fit 2019 11/12/2019 10:30 AM - 11/12/2019 12:00 Noon</title><description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color:#000000"&gt;Because your time and talent are vital to this year&amp;#39;s career exploration event, it is also vital that you&amp;#39;re trained and prepared beforehand for the hundreds of high school students and dozens of exhibitors attending that day!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color:#0000cd"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Pre-register for the mandatory Volunteer Training &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="color:#000000"&gt; (the day before the event) &lt;strong&gt;at Ball Conference Center, 21350 W 153rd Street, Olathe&lt;/strong&gt;. We&amp;#39;ll meet in the Mabee Conference Room, where you&amp;#39;ll learn about your responsibilities, significant event changes and improvements, and how to help your shift run smoothly! If you have any questions or issues, feel free to email me directly.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color:#000000"&gt;Susan Wallace&lt;br /&gt;
HR, Workforce &amp;amp; Projects Manager&lt;br /&gt;
swallace@olathe.org &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6921</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Oct 2019 11:36:08 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Senior Living 101 11/12/2019 6:00 PM - 11/12/2019 7:00 PM</title><description>Please join us for this free informational workshop about the different types of senior housing and services.  Light appetizers will be served.  Leave with the knowledge of how to navigate the complex system of senior living and a seasonal pie.  </description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6937</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Oct 2019 14:49:32 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Business Basics in a Day - How to Start a Business 11/13/2019 8:00 AM - 11/13/2019 4:00 PM</title><description>This day-long seminar will cover the basics of starting a small business, including determining whether your idea is feasible, creating a business plan, choosing a legal entity, forming financial projections, marketing, developing a web presence, and bookkeeping. Guest presenters will include an attorney, a commercial banker, and an accountant. Entrepreneurs will share their stories during a panel discussion with an opportunity for questions.  This active learning module includes hands-on computer lab time. Box lunch is provided.
</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6725</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jul 2019 12:03:12 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How Your Employees Know They Are Really Valuable 11/13/2019 8:30 AM - 11/13/2019 10:30 AM</title><description>Enterprise University classes challenge and energize attendees with thought-provoking material from presenters who live what they’re teaching. You do not need to be a client of Enterprise Bank &amp; Trust to attend. You can sign up for one course, or as many courses as you’d like.

Every employee wants to know they are making valuable contributions to their organization. Join Patty Backman, CEO - Synthesus, LLC, in this course she will show leaders how to align their employees' contributions to their organization's strategic goals and purpose, and communicate critical information along the way. </description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6872</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Sep 2019 10:54:52 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>K-State Olathe Horticulture with Urban Food Systems Informational Webinar 11/13/2019 12:00 PM - 11/13/2019 12:30 PM</title><description>Join us to learn more about the M.S. In Horticulture with an emphasis in Urban Food Systems program offered at K-State Olathe. This presentation will feature a faculty member and two current students. There will be a time for questions at the end and an application fee waiver is offered for anyone who attends (worth $65).</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6851</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Aug 2019 14:57:19 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Leadership Olathe Alumni Networking Happy Hour 11/13/2019 4:30 PM - 11/13/2019 6:30 PM</title><description /><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6927</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Oct 2019 10:02:16 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Before the Emergency Crisis Communication Planning 11/14/2019 8:30 AM - 11/14/2019 10:30 AM</title><description>Enterprise University classes challenge and energize attendees with thought-provoking material from presenters who live what they’re teaching. You do not need to be a client of Enterprise Bank &amp; Trust to attend. You can sign up for one course, or as many courses as you’d like.

The goal of a crisis communication plan is to help you be prepared and respond more quickly and effectively when you to correct or handle a negative situation. Join Alex Greenwood, Principal - AGPR Public Relations &amp; Marketing, in this intro course to crisis communication planning. You'll learn the components of building a plan for your business or organization. </description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6880</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Sep 2019 11:21:04 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Kansas Sales and Compensating Use Tax for Construction Contractors 11/14/2019 9:00 AM - 11/14/2019 11:30 AM</title><description>This presentation by the Kansas Department of Revenue specifically targets construction contractors and subcontractors.  The workshop covers how sales tax applies  to materials and labor, project exemption certificates, sales tax returns, and billing.

</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6758</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jul 2019 13:43:04 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Chamber Coffee for Mission Southside, co-hosted by Capstone Insurance/Todd Burk 11/14/2019 9:00 AM - 11/14/2019 10:30 AM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;With more than 100 attendees, the coffees are the largest weekly networking event in the Kansas City metro area. They are held on Thursdays at a different member business or organization each week.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Networking begins at 9:00, with a half hour program at 9:30, followed by additional networking for those who want to continue.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Please note that if the Olathe School District is closed due to inclement weather, the event will be cancelled.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Guests are welcome!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6439</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Dec 2018 14:27:28 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Kansas Retail Sales and Compensating Use Tax 11/14/2019 1:00 PM - 11/14/2019 4:00 PM</title><description> This workshop covers the basics of Sales Tax and Use Tax as it applies 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.
</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6762</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jul 2019 13:43:36 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Job &amp; Education Fair hosted by Johnson County Human Services  11/14/2019 1:30 PM - 11/14/2019 4:30 PM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;Johnson County Human Services in collaboration with Johnson County Human Resources is hosting a Job &amp;amp; Education Fair on Thursday, November 14th from 1:30 pm &amp;ndash; 4:30 pm at the Sunset Drive Office Building (11811 S. Sunset Drive)&amp;nbsp; in Olathe. The goal of the Job &amp;amp; Education Fair is to assist those who are looking for a job/career where they can make a livable wage and also provide educational resources.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;There are over 30 participating agencies. Some of the agencies include:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;* Aerotek&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;* Aptora&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;* Baker University&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;* City of Olathe, KS&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;* Kansas Department for Children and Families&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;* FedEx Ground&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;* First Student Olathe&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;* Fry-Wagner Moving &amp;amp; Storage&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;* Garmin International&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;* Olathe Head Start&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;* Henke Manufacturing Corp&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;* Johnson County, KS Government&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;* Johnson County Developmental Supports - JCDS&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;* Johnson County Community College&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;* Johnson County Department of Health and Environment&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;* Johnson County Park and Recreation District - JCPRD&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;* Johnson County Med-Act&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;* Johnson County, KS Sheriff&amp;#39;s Office&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;* KC Degrees&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;* Kids TLC&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;* Mid America Nazarene University&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;* Olathe Public Schools&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;* University of Kansas - Edward&amp;#39;s Campus&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;* U.S. Census Bureau&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;* UPS&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;* WaterOne&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;* Workforce Partnership&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Website: &lt;a href="https://www.jocogov.org/dept/human-services/home"&gt;https://www.jocogov.org/dept/human-services/home&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6939</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Oct 2019 16:19:49 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>JCCC 50th Anniversary Film Series - Clue 11/14/2019 6:30 PM - 11/14/2019 9:00 PM</title><description>Hone your detective skills with a free screening of the killer cult classic Clue, Thursday, Nov. 14 in Carlsen Center 211

Six guests are invited to dinner in a mansion by a stranger calling himself Mr. Boddy. When their host is killed, guests and staff must cooperate to identify the murderer. 

Then the bodies start piling up. 

Was it Professor Plum with the pipe in the billiard room, or Miss Scarlett with the candlestick in the lounge?

Match your wits against a slew of Hollywood’s comedic greats. Jason Arnett, Coffee Bars and Food Court Manager, will lead a post-movie discussion.

Celebrate and connect all year long!</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6940</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 Oct 2019 11:15:42 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Olathe Public Library Foundation Fiesta 11/16/2019 6:00 PM - 11/16/2019 8:30 PM</title><description>The Olathe Public Library Foundation is celebrating the opening of the new Indian Creek Library with a Fiesta on Saturday, November 16 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. The all ages event will feature Angela Cervantes author of children’s books including Disney Pixar’s Coco junior novelization. Cervantes will speak at 6:45 pm and 7:30 pm. Dinner and desserts created by Olathe North Culinary Students. Activities include live music, a silent auction and photo opps. Explore the new library by completing a passport for a prize! Proceeds support the Olathe Public Library Foundation. Visit www.olathelibrary.org/foundation for tickets. Adults: $25, Kids 4-12: $10 Kids 3 and under: free. Ticket sales close November 8.</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6933</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Oct 2019 13:16:51 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Olathe HR Roundtable - "Making Culture a Priority" 11/19/2019 11:15 AM - 11/19/2019 1:00 PM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;Culture gurus JT Galloway of Co Culture and Mark Boren of Pure Workplace Solutions will show what workplace culture is, what it isn&amp;#39;t, what it looks like (literally), and how to communicate that culture is an important priority. The passionate presenters will co-facilitate the meeting and help you understand how to build and measure effective organizational culture, as well as employee well-being initiatives. &lt;o:p&gt;&lt;/o:p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;What makes Olathe HR Roundtable&amp;nbsp;meetings unique is the degree of topic-driven discussion. Therefore, come prepared to learn but also share. If you have questions or first-hand experience around&amp;nbsp;the topic of the month, we encourage you to attend and participate!&lt;o:p&gt;&lt;/o:p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Pre-registration is required as space is limited.&amp;nbsp;There is no cost to attend&amp;nbsp;if you&amp;nbsp;&amp;ldquo;B.Y.O.Lunch&amp;rdquo; however please register and pre-pay&amp;nbsp;for catered lunch, $12.&lt;o:p&gt;&lt;/o:p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;For&amp;nbsp;better service, Tax Exempt Members should give lunch payments to Mary Barrios a call, (913) 764-1050, or email her at &lt;a href="mailto:mbarrios@olathe.org"&gt;mbarrios@olathe.org&lt;/a&gt;&lt;o:p&gt;&lt;/o:p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p class="xxmsonormal"&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;o:p&gt;&lt;/o:p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;u&gt;&lt;strong&gt;FAQ:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/u&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What is the HR Roundtable?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;We offer a unique environment for human resources practitioners to explore related best practices, emerging trends, and workplace issues with their peers on a monthly basis.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Meeting registration opens two weeks prior to the event date and catered lunch registration ends the Friday before the meeting date. Complimentary Pepsi beverages are always available.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Payments for catered lunch are accepted online only. Cancelations must be received by 5 p.m. on the Friday prior to the event.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Space is limited to 30 people. A waiting list will be maintained as needed and individuals will be contacted if space becomes available.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Mission Statement:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;The Olathe HR Roundtable offers human resource practitioners of member organizations a forum to discuss and share related best practices, emerging trends, and workplace issues. The main purpose of the roundtable is to create a unique environment where information can be shared in an open-exchange format that is collaborative, engaging, and valuable to represented organizations and the HR profession.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Who is it designed for?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;The HR Roundtable was created as a networking and problem-solving opportunity for human resource practitioners who are directly involved in the personnel and hiring process of their organization (i.e. HR managers, recruiters, benefits specialits,&amp;nbsp;payroll administrators, etc.). Small business owners and office managers often benefit from participating in these monthly meetings, as well.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Can vendors attend? &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Due to limited space and because of the nature of the topics that are openly discussed by the HR practitioners, some attendance restrictions do apply. Thus it is crucial to the group&amp;rsquo;s success that attendance is restricted to &amp;quot;vendors&amp;quot; (identified as people who work in a &amp;quot;non-HR&amp;nbsp;role&amp;quot;)&amp;nbsp;who provide uniquely human resources services and/or products.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Up to five seats will be reserved for vendors representing a relevant product or service may attend each meeting, with only one representative per business or organization each month.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Vendors are&amp;nbsp;often seen as the &amp;ldquo;solutions experts&amp;rdquo; to the questions and concerns pertaining to the month&amp;#39;s topic; therefore vendor input is welcome while &amp;ldquo;sales messages&amp;rdquo; are not. Vendors, along with all attendees, are encouraged to utilize the lunch and networking portion to meet&amp;nbsp;others in the room.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;To determine the appropriateness of vendors attending, Chamber staff will&amp;nbsp;evaluate several factors, including&amp;nbsp;their relevance to the employment situations that the HR practitioners face in their day-to-day jobs (i.e. vendors who provide payroll services, pre-employment testing, staffing assistance, training, benefits, etc.); training or unique&amp;nbsp;qualifications directly relating to the topic of the month (i.e.&amp;nbsp;college representative, benefits expert, employment law&amp;nbsp;specialist, government agency, corporate consultant, etc.); and membership status.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Can non-members of the Olathe Chamber attend?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;One representative of a non-member organization is welcome to attend one meeting a year.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Can vendors make presentations to the HR practitioners that attend? &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Vendor-led discussions or presentations are at the sole discretion of the Olathe Chamber of Commerce staff.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;This is a &amp;quot;no sales&amp;quot; environment in order to preserve the dialogue and integrity of the meetings.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Topics&amp;nbsp;are organized and&amp;nbsp;facilitated by Susan Wallace, Olathe Chamber,&amp;nbsp;HR &amp;amp; Projects Manager. If you&amp;nbsp;would like to&amp;nbsp;submit a question or special request, we will respond ASAP or you may call the Olathe Chamber (913) 764-1050.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;The HR Roundtable Corporate Sponsor of the Year is permitted to discuss their unique products and services for a brief designated portion of time&amp;nbsp;each month.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6388</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Dec 2018 15:17:05 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>YOPro at Pinot's Palette 11/19/2019 4:00 PM - 11/19/2019 6:00 PM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14px;"&gt;Join us at Pinot&amp;#39;s Palette on November 19th from 4-6 p.m. for a fun night of painting, networking, and sips! Invite your co-workers and friends, the more the merrier!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14px;"&gt;Complimentary adult beverages and snacks will be provided with ticket purchase. Click on the link below to get registered and get ready to get your paint on!!!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://www.pinotspalette.com/olathe/event/374692"&gt;https://www.pinotspalette.com/olathe/event/374692&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6922</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Oct 2019 16:08:06 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>University of Saint Mary Overland Park Campus Information Session     11/20/2019 6:00 PM - 11/20/2019 7:00 PM</title><description>Join the University of Saint Mary Overland Park Campus for an Information Session. Meet with faculty and advisors to learn about USM's flexible undergraduate and graduate degree programs for busy professionals. RSVP at www.stmary.edu/success or call 913.319.3003 for more information.</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6938</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Oct 2019 14:49:38 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Your Competitive Edge Leadership Series Workshop #1 11/21/2019 8:30 AM - 11/21/2019 4:30 PM</title><description>Professional Presence for Leaders
This workshop will teach the importance and value of professional presences for leadership development. The course will discuss ways to let your professional presence shine and be recognized by others. Presence is a combination of professional appearance, confidence and communication. When done well, professional presence can be key to the perceptions of leaders</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6924</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Oct 2019 16:18:43 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Chamber Coffee at Eagles Landing at Lake Olathe 11/21/2019 9:00 AM - 11/21/2019 10:30 AM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;With more than 100 attendees, the coffees are the largest weekly networking event in the Kansas City metro area. They are held on Thursdays at a different member business or organization each week.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Networking begins at 9:00, with a half hour program at 9:30, followed by additional networking for those who want to continue.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Please note that if the Olathe School District is closed due to inclement weather, the event will be cancelled.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Guests are welcome!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6658</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Jun 2019 10:15:04 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Ribbon Cutting for Square Peg Marketing &amp; Branding LLC 11/21/2019 11:00 AM - 11/21/2019 11:30 AM</title><description /><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6935</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Oct 2019 11:41:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Estate Planning &amp; The Blended Family 11/21/2019 5:00 PM - 11/21/2019 6:30 PM</title><description>Managing Attorney, Samantha L. Shepherd, will be presenting on the topic of estate planning for blended families. This session will focus on:
•	Financial implications of divorce decrees, stepchildren, &amp;   new extended family,
•	How to best avoid estate issues and family arguments, &amp;
•	How to best revisit estate plans before &amp; after a new marriage.

A light dinner will be provided. Please call 913-333-3532 to register.</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6928</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Oct 2019 10:10:15 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>K-State Olathe Graduate Program Information Session 11/21/2019 6:00 PM - 11/21/2019 7:00 PM</title><description>Join us to learn more about the Graduate degrees at KSO, meet faculty and tour campus too!</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6569</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Mar 2019 14:12:46 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>On Eagles Wings Gala 11/30/2019 5:00 PM - 11/30/2019 9:30 PM</title><description>This year alone over 22,000 children will be traumatically
separated from their families and placed in the foster care
system in Kansas and Missouri. Tragically, 66% of them will be
homeless, go to jail or die within one year of aging out of the
foster care system at age 18. The statistics are shocking:
• The number of children in foster care in Kansas has
doubled
in the past ten years
• 40-50% of foster children will drop out of high school
• 80% of the prison population was once in the foster
care system
• In Wyandotte County alone in 2018 - Almost 700 foster
children were needing beds and less than 200 beds
were available
For the past fourteen years, Carry The Cross Ministries, a
Christian, faith-based 501c3 organization, has been working
to meet the needs of children and families in urban Kansas
City, KS, by way of short-term housing, neighborhood-based
outreach programs and through connections with local schools.
Now, Carry the Cross Ministries is opening a new branch called
On Eagle’s Wings Farm
This new ministry will give children who are orphaned, at-risk,
or in foster care an opportunity to have a safe, stable and loving
family to call home. On Eagle’s Wings Farm will be a place where
families that have been broken or stained by the craziness of life
will come to find hope and restoration.
On the farm, children and families will be able to experience:
• Life counseling
• Equine therapy
• Opportunities to care for livestock and gardens
• Compassion, forgiveness, safety, and stability
• Family and a place to call home

In addition to attending the event we would like to invite
individuals, businesses, and other organizations the
opportunity to support this event in a special way with the
following sponsorship levels.
EAGLE $10,000 receives 1 table (8 tickets) at the Gala with
VIP seating • OEWF Sponsorship plaque to hang in office •
Invite to OEWF’s Christmas Party • Most prominent business
logo displayed at event or placement on the step and repeat
banner • Half a page advertisement in the gala program •
Included on the sponsorship page of the website • Public thank
you the night of the gala as well as an exclusive social media
thank you • First look at auction items.
FALCON $5,000 receives 1 table (8 tickets) to the Gala •
Business logo displayed at event or placement on the step and
repeat banner • Fourth of a page advertisement in the gala
program • Included on the sponsorship page of the website •
Public thank you the night of the gala as well as an exclusive
social media thank you • First look at auction items.
DOVE $2,500 receives 4 Tickets to the Gala • Logo on the
step and repeat banner • Advertisement in the gala program •
Business tagged in social media thank you.
CARDINAL $1,500 receives 2 Tickets to the Gala • Logo on the
step and repeat banner • Advertisement in the gala program •
Business tagged in social media thank you.
SPARROW $500 receives 2 Tickets to the Gala • Logo on the
step and repeat banner • Business tagged in social media thank
you.
* If you do not want all of the tickets offered, you can donate
them back to the gala.

Visit: http://oneagleswingsfarm.org/galanight
For more information
</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=6891</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Sep 2019 10:17:58 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>