Events for June 2018
Gardner Chamber of Commerce
Apr 10 - Jun 10    Truck Driver Training - CDL Class A
Completion of our combined week and weekend truck driver training program, will prepare you for entry-level driving positions within the trucking industry. Prepare for the Kansas or Missouri Commercial Driver License Class A performance exam and ready yourself for a challenging and rewarding career in the trucking industry. The 160 hour training program includes classroom, self-study instruction, range and over-the-road training. The outcomes of the program are directly aligned to the federal guidelines established for entry-level drivers, which can be found in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulation (FMCSR) and the state guidelines for earning the class-A commercial driver's license. Our CDL Class A certificate meets all state and federal requirements for truck driver training. THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN APPROVED FOR THE WORKFORCE INVESTMENT ACT.
Date: April 10, 2018
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Website: http://bit.ly/2FhS7To
Location: Logistics Park Kansas City 30750 W. 193rd St. Edgerton , KS 66021
Contact: JCCC Continuing Education Transportation Department 913-469-3836
EMail: transportation@jccc.edu
Date/Time Details: Meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 8:30 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. between April 10 and June 10, 2018
Fees/Admission: $ 4,499
Jun 2    Free Airplane Rides - Young Eagles
FREE flights for students! The Vintage Aircraft Association Chapter 16 is hosting a Young Eagles event on Saturday, June 2nd from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Gardner Municipal Airport. Chapter members will be offering general aviation (GA) rides to students ages 8 through 17. Students will have the opportunity to experience the world from a new perspective, learn about the different parts and functions of an airplane, and learn what a future in aviation could look like for them! For more information or to pre-register*, visit our website: www.vaa16.com/young-eagles *Space is limited, so register soon! Inclement weather date: June 9th (see website for cancellations).
Date: June 2, 2018
Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Website: http://www.vaa16.com/young-eagles
Location: Gardner Municipal Airport 31905 W. 175th St. Gardner, Kansas 66030
Contact: Brian Plank (402) 802-8836 youngeagles@vaa16.com
EMail: youngeagles@vaa16.com
Date/Time Details: Registration open from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m.
Fees/Admission: FREE
Jun 6    Chamber Coffee at Trails West Ace Hardware
Join us for coffee and networking on the first Weds. of every month (location varies). Bring a friend or a colleague. Everyone is welcome!
Date: June 6, 2018
Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Location: Trails West Ace Hardware
240 N. Moonlight
Gardner, KS
Contact: Jason E Camis
EMail: jason@gardneredgerton.org
Date/Time Details: Wednesday, June 6, 2018
8am-9am 
Fees/Admission: FREE
 
Jun 8 - Jun 9    Festival on the Trails (Festival Patron)
Become a "Festival Patron" and help us continue to provide a great atmosphere and lineup for years to come. All "Festival Patrons" are given 2 VIP passes to use on Friday or Saturday night of the festival. 

Festival on the Trails is a celebration for residents as well as an opportunity to showcase Gardner to the rest of the Kansas City Metro area. Annually we host approximately 15,000 visitors over two days! Nationally known bands provide entertainment both evenings. 
 
The Festival begins Friday night at 5:00pm and includes free entertainment and a variety of beverage & food booths. It continues Saturday morning with the 2nd Annual Color Run 5K and continues with a full day of activities for children, crafts, and commercial booths, a car show, food, and much more! The festival concludes on Saturday night with a nationally-known musical act.
Date: June 8, 2018
Location: Near Downtown Gardner (corner of Shawnee & Elm St.)
Contact: Festival Volunteer
EMail: info@festivalonthetrails.com
Date/Time Details: Friday & Saturday, June 8-9, 2018
Fees/Admission: $100 Contribution (includes 2 VIP passes)
Jun 8 - Jun 9    Festival on the Trails (Commercial & Craft Vendors Only)

COMMERCIAL OR CRAFT VENDOR INFORMATION: Booths are located inside and outside. Inside booths include electricity, outside booths do not have electricity available. Please select the booth location and size appropriate for you.

Please click the "Register Now" button above and follow the steps. Payment is due at the time of registration. You can pay by credit card or check. If you opt to pay by check, please mail to 814 E. Main St, #138, Gardner, KS 66030 and indicate your registered business name on the check.

You will receive email confirmation once your registration is complete. If you have questions, send an email info@festivalonthetrails.com and one of the festival volunteers will get back to you as soon as possible.  

FOOD VENDORS: Registration for new food vendors will open on March 1, 2018 if any spaces are still available. 

GENERAL EVENT INFORMATION: Festival on the Trails is a celebration for residents as well as an opportunity to showcase Gardner to the rest of the Kansas City Metro area. Annually we host approximately 15,000 visitors over two days! Nationally known bands provide entertainment both evenings. The Festival begins Friday night at 5:00pm and includes free entertainment and a variety of beverage & food booths. It continues Saturday morning with the 2nd Annual Color Run 5K and continues with a full day of activities for children, crafts, and commercial booths, a car show, food, and much more! The festival concludes on Saturday night with a nationally-known musical act.
Date: June 8, 2018
Website: http://www.festivalonthetrails.com
Location: Near downtown Gardner (Corner of Shawnee & Elm St.)
Contact: Jason E Camis
EMail: info@festivalonthetrails.com
Date/Time Details: June 8-9, 2018
Friday 4-9pm and Saturday 12-9pm
Fees/Admission: FREE
Jun 8 - Jun 9    Festival on the Trails (Food Vendors Only)

FOOD VENDOR INFORMATION: Please click the "Register Now" button above and follow the steps. Payment is due at the time of registration. You can pay by credit card or check. If you opt to pay by check, please mail to 814 E. Main St, #138, Gardner, KS 66030 and indicate your registered business name on the check.

You will receive email confirmation once your registration is complete. If you have questions, send an email to Info@FestivalOnTheTrails.com and one of the festival volunteers will get back to you as soon as possible.  

Registration is available for returning vendors only until Feb 28, 2018. 

GENERAL EVENT INFORMATION: Festival on the Trails is a celebration for residents as well as an opportunity to showcase Gardner to the rest of the Kansas City Metro area. Annually we host approximately 15,000 visitors over two days! Nationally known bands provide entertainment both evenings. The Festival begins Friday night at 5:00pm and includes free entertainment and a variety of beverage & food booths. It continues Saturday morning with the 2nd Annual Color Run 5K and continues with a full day of activities for children, crafts, and commercial booths, a car show, food, and much more! The festival concludes on Saturday night with a nationally-known musical act.
Date: June 8, 2018
Website: http://www.festivalonthetrails.com
Location: Near downtown Gardner (Corner of Shawnee & Elm St.)
EMail: Info@FestivalOnTheTrails.com
Date/Time Details: Friday & Saturday, June 8-9, 2018
Fees/Admission: FREE
Jun 9    Introduction to UAV Drones
This four-hour introductory course is designed to give students knowledge of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) operations. Training include an overview of the different types of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) or Systems, FAA rules and regulations, safety measures and best practices, risk management, roles and responsibilities, operational planning, a basic understanding of flight control and more.
Date: June 9, 2018
Time: 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Website: http://bit.ly/2F4Mpko
Location: Logistics Park Kansas City 30750 W. 193rd St. Edgerton , KS 66021
Contact: JCCC Continuing Education Transportation Department 913-469-3836
EMail: transportation@jccc.edu
Date/Time Details: Saturday, June 9, 2018 - 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Fees/Admission: $89
Jun 9    Prairie Paws Animal Shelter's 8th Annual Birthday Party
Howdy folks!
 
Prairie Paws Animal Shelter is turning 8 and we want y'all to dust off your cowboy hat and boots and head on down to help us celebrate our birthday on Saturday, June 9th from 2:00 pm-4:00 pm! This event features bouncy houses, free carnival games, face painting, popcorn, a balloon artist, tours, raffles, bake sale, food trucks, vendors, and more for a rootin' tootin' good time! Bring a gift for the shelter off our wish list https://prairiepaws.org/get-involved/wish-list/
We have lots of sponsorship opportunities and vendor spots available. Yee Haw! Email Julie at julie.thornton@prairiepaws.org if interested in learning more! 
Date: June 9, 2018
Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Website: https://prairiepaws.org/get-involved/events/birthday-party/
Location: 3173 Hwy K68
Ottawa, KS 66067    
Contact: 785-242-2967
EMail: julie.thornton@prairiepaws.org
Date/Time Details: Saturday, June 9th from 2:00 pm-4:00 pm 
Fees/Admission: FREE
Jun 12 - Aug 12    Truck Driver Training - CDL Class A
Completion of our combined week and weekend truck driver training program, will prepare you for entry-level driving positions within the trucking industry. Prepare for the Kansas or Missouri Commercial Driver License Class A performance exam and ready yourself for a challenging and rewarding career in the trucking industry. The 160 hour training program includes classroom, self-study instruction, range and over-the-road training. The outcomes of the program are directly aligned to the federal guidelines established for entry-level drivers, which can be found in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulation (FMCSR) and the state guidelines for earning the class-A commercial driver's license. Our CDL Class A certificate meets all state and federal requirements for truck driver training. THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN APPROVED FOR THE WORKFORCE INVESTMENT ACT.
Date: June 12, 2018
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Website: http://bit.ly/2FclPct
Location: Logistics Park Kansas City 30750 W. 193rd St. Edgerton , KS 66021
Contact: JCCC Continuing Education Transportation Department 913-469-3836
EMail: transportation@jccc.edu
Date/Time Details: Meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 8:30 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. between June 12 and August 12 of 2018.
Fees/Admission: $ 4,499
Jun 13    Chamber Ambassador Meeting
Interested in getting more involved with the Chamber? Looking for new ways to connect your business with others in the community? Then why not check out the Chamber Ambassadors. This small, but mighty group meets monthly with a focus on connecting with other chamber members. Join us for one of our upcoming meetings to see what we're all about. 
Date: June 13, 2018
Time: 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Location: Lunch meeting. Locations rotate monthly.
Contact: Jason E Camis
EMail: jason@gardneredgerton.org
Date/Time Details: 2nd Wednesday of the month
12:30pm-1:30pm
Fees/Admission: FREE
Jun 15 - Jun 16    Edgerton Frontier Days
The community of Edgerton Kansas celebrates it's heritage with their annual Frontier Days. Since 1971 this celebration has brought the town together through carnival, craft, sports, music and parade.
Date: June 15, 2018
Website: https://frontier-days.com/
Location: Downtown Edgerton
Contact: Amity Roberts
EMail: Amity@gardneredgerton.org
Date/Time Details: Friday June 15th and Saturday June 16th
Fees/Admission: FREE to attend!
Jun 29    Pyro Papas Ribbon Cutting
Join us for a ribbon cutting and chamber coffee at Pyro Papas Fireworks stand, located just east of I-35 on 175th St. Pyro Papas is celebrating their 25th anniversary this year and you'll love the new products they have on hand this year.
Date: June 29, 2018
Time: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Location: I-35 & 175th street.
Contact: Amity Roberts
EMail: Amity@gardneredgerton.org
Date/Time Details: 6/29/18 at 815am (Ribbon cutting to start just before 9am)
Fees/Admission: FREE