Salvation Army Angel Tree deadline set for December 1
The Salvation Army urges parents to submit applications for their children by December 1. Applications will be accepted 10 am to 2 pm on December 1 at 216 N Ninth, with additional hours 10 am to noon and 1 30 to 4 pm weekdays at the same address. For information call 276 4027.
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Zookeeper for a Day Opportunity at Lee Richardson Zoo
The zookeeper for a day program invites chosen participants to work with zookeepers and learn animal care. Ages must be at least 13 and in good physical condition. December special prices apply for FOLAZ members and non members with varying half and full day options.
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YMCA Holiday Camp Opens for Garden City Families
Garden City Family YMCA offers a holiday camp from December 24 to January 7, 6 15 a m to 6 15 p m each day with up to 60 openings. Activities include field trips games swimming and arts and crafts. Daily fees differ by prior attendance and member status with Gregg Hendricks handling registration at 2751199 or gckymea.childcare gmail com.
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Soup Gingerbread Classes Planned at GCCC
Garden City Community College Continuing Education offers Super Soups on November 27 from 6 to 9 p.m. in the Penka Building to teach nutritious soups for $35. Fun With Gingerbread runs December 4 and 11 from 6 to 9 p.m. in Penka Building with a two person/$50 option for ages 10 plus. Registration through Diana Machotka at 275-3232 or diana.machotka geccks.edu.
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Dance Classes Start November 26 at Garden City GCRC
A new four week session of dance classes will begin November 26 at the Garden City Recreation Commission. Jazz ballet and tap are offered for ages 6 to 12 in Studio 1. Cost is $18. For more information call 276 1200.
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School officials weigh overseas recruiting trips in Kansas
In Topeka and Garden City officials debate overseas teacher recruitment after district leaders halted a third trip. They cite unresolved questions about English fluency retention and ethics while HealthQuest proposes covering travel for interviews in the Philippines.
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Peg McCarthy
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Fantasy Tree Festival funds Russell Child service drive
At the 21st annual Fantasy Tree Festival in Garden City attendees helped Russell Child Development Center raise about 48000. The event supports therapies for about 340 children a year across 12 counties. Guests enjoyed live and silent auctions of trees, dishes, decor, and toys, with community members praising the agency’s work and Duane Heeke receiving an appreciation award.
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Children's Initiative
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C&d Moving
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Garden City High School Modern Show Choir
A.J. Marroquin
Delores
John Morales
Diego
Marilyn Andrews
Pierceville
Lorna Brown
Syracuse
Kansas wine hopes ride Sebelius jab to growth
Gov Sebelius apologized for a joke about Kansas wine and supporters say the incident could boost the Kansas wine industry. Lawmakers toured Wyldewood Cellars to show support while industry officials cite liquor law hurdles and slow state progress despite growth in production and tourism.
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Chris Gregoire
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Jim Anderson
Missouri Wine and Grape Board
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