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Make a Cardinal’s Gift centerpiece
October 29 – Sign up now for the Pratt County Extension Master Gardeners Holiday Centerpiece Workshop, 12-1 p.m. October 29, 2025, Pratt Area 4-H Center. RSVP by calling 620-672-6121. Limited spots available.
Oil Painting with David Vollbracht
October 25 – 26 – Oil Painters of America artist David Vollbracht is teaching a two day painting class at Park Hills Country Club. David will guide students through composition and other oil painting skills. $175 (includes all supplies) All levels are welcome! Register by calling (620) 933-2787 or visiting https://www.vernonfilleyartmuseum.org/page-gallery.cfm?id=395
Lemon Park Lights Check
October 26 – Spend some time on Sunday afternoon helping to check light bulbs on Lemon Park Christmas Lights Displays. Help needed starting at 1 p.m. Report to the workshop building north of the park for instructions.
One-Day Oil Painting Workshop: From Photo To Painting
October 28 – Instructor: Rob Compton – $65 – Includes lunch & supplies. 9 am – 4 pm, at 5.4.7 Arts Center in Greensburg – Do you ever take a photo thinking, “This would make a great painting,” but struggle to bring it to life on canvas? In this one-day workshop, landscape artist Rob Compton will guide you step-by-step through the process of transforming reference photos into expressive, fully realized oil paintings.
Annual Roast Beef dinner in Macksville
October 29 – It is time for the Macksville Grace Church Annual Roast Beef Dinner. Join us at 133 N. Gilmore Avenue in Macksville, starting at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, October 29, for roast beef, green beans, cheesy potatoes, and dessert. Free will donations accepted. Call 620-348-2855 for carry-out reservations.
Trunk or Treat in Pratt
October 31 – Join us for the Pratt Presbyterian Church’s First Annual Trunk or Treat, 3-5 p.m. between Ninnescah and Oak St. just one block from downtown on 1st St./HWY 54 at Pratt Presbyterian Church. Lots of space for those who want to set up for the trick-or-treaters. Call or text 620-352-0314 for more information.
Trunk or Treat in Greensburg
October 31 – “Hotel Translyvania” Movie at the Greensburg Twilight Theatre at 3:30 p.m. Free! Sponsored by Holly Kaye’s Country Cafe, Mullinville. Trunk or Treat on in the first 2 blocks of South Main Street from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Join the fun, decorate your vehicle, line up and pass out treats! Free hot dogs and chips.
Commodities (DCF Services)
November 12 – Pratt County residents may come to the Pratt Community Center, 619 N. Main to pick up food from 2-5 pm on Wednesday, Nov. 12 (early due to Thanksgiving). Government income guidelines apply. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Save this date for Miss Kansas locals
November 15 – The Miss Southern Kansas Organization is hosting their local competition in Greensburg. Titles awarded include Miss Southern Kansas, Miss Heart of Kansas, Miss Southern Plains, Miss Pride of the Plains. Scholarship opportunities, lifelong friendships, and unforgettable experiences part of these events.
Pratt Community Thanksgiving Dinner
November 27 – Join us for the Pratt Community Thanksgiving Dinner at the Community Center, 619 N. Main St. Nov. 27th at noon. Please call 620-672-7811 to RSVP by Nov. 14. Free will donation. Carry-out available.
