January 6 - February 17, 2009
Basic Gardening Series
(Tuesdays - 6:30 p.m.)

Sedgwick County Extension Education Center
7001 W 21st N, Wichita, KS
Sponsored by Sedgwick County Extension Master Gardeners and
K-State Research & Extension - Sedgwick County

The 6th annual Basic Gardening Series will be held at the Sedgwick County Extension Education Center 4-H Hall at 21st and Ridge in Wichita on Tuesday’s, January 6 through February 17 starting at 6:30 p.m. Registration Fee is $5.00 for the entire series – due in advance of first class. Call Angie Norris at 722-7221 ext 138 to register.

The series includes educational topics for the home gardener. Class size is limited and open to all. In case of inclement weather, check KSN Channel 3, KAKE Channel 10 or KWCH Channel 12 for cancellation.

Class Series include:
January 6 - Soil Preparation & Compost Kae Bowles – Extension Master Gardener, Composter
January 13 - Xeriscape Gardening Mike Martin – Extension Master Gardener
January 20 - “Earth-Kind” Roses Diana Jones – Extension Master Gardener
January 27 - Selecting & Planting Landscape Trees Bob Neier – Sedgwick County Extension Agent - Horticulture
February 3 - Growing a ‘Fruitful’ Landscape Rebecca Bandli – Sedgwick County Extension Agent - Horticulture
February 10 - Irrigation Methods & Water Conservation Kay Drennen – City of Wichita
February 17 - Container Gardening for All Seasons Peggy Griffith – Extension Master Gardener

For more information or to register for the series, call Angie Norris at 722-7721 ext 138

January 12
Theresa Flaigle will provide an informational presentation about Equine Assisted Services
6 -8 p.m.

Event Location: Breakthrough Club in the upstairs conference room
1010 N. Main

Theresa Flaigle will provide an informational presentation about Equine Assisted Services.
WHO can benefit from Equine Assisted Services
WHY will Equine Assisted Services be valuable to individual struggling with mental health and other issues.
WHAT are Equine Assisted Services
HOW Equine Assisted Services has already helped many people all over the country who struggle with a variety of issues.

Guests speakers include:

Brigitta Bogan who is the Executive Director of Flint Hills Therapeutic Riding Center (FHTRC). Brigitta has extensive experience with horses, horsemanship and therapeutic riding both nationally and internationally. She will discuss the benefits of therapeutic riding for individuals who struggle with developmental disabilities. This service is currently provided at FHTRC .She will also explain the North American Riding for the Handicap Association, Inc. (NARHA) process. Brigitta will talk about how FHTRC hopes to incorporate other services using their facility and horses in the future. FHTRC is currently participating with Breakthrough Club in a pilot project for offering EAS to those who experience severe and persistent mental health issues.

Linda Helmer is an LSCSW from McPherson, Kansas. She is involved in private practice at "Client Centered Counseling", an agency in McPherson. Linda's therapeutic services extend to her home where she manages Carousel Live, Inc. as she uses her own horses to offer equine assisted therapeutic services using the Equine Assisted Growth and Learning (EAGALA) method. She and her associate Sharon Stevens, also an LSCSW, have a vast amount of experience in the success of EAS. Linda will share her knowledge of the EAGALA process and how it can be used in conjunction with traditional therapy to assist individuals struggling with all kinds of emotional and mental health issues.

Theresa will offer information about the Equine Facilitated Mental Health Association (EFMHA) process which is a program developed by NARHA.
Some handouts and resource information will be provided.
There will be an opportunity for questions.

To contact Theresa
e mail - tflaigle1@sbcglobal.net
phone - 316-729-7058

January 18
Live acoustic concert
Event Time: 7:00 pm
Event Location: The Corner @ 3210 E. Osie, Wichita

Admission cost: 5$

Brief Description of event: Julie Schurr has entertained at women's festivals around the country. Come out and enjoy her unique fusion of hard folk and comedy at The Corner on
Sun, Jan 18 at 7pm!

Contact Name: Kimberly Barnes
Phone Number: 316-683-9781
Email Address: julieschurr.info@gmail.co

Website: myspace.com/julieschurr

January 31
Calling All Princesses
Event Time: 1-3 PM

Non-profit organization to benefit from proceeds: Childrens Miracle Network

Event Location: 650 N Carraige Parkway Wichita Ks Attitrudes Dance Wear

Admission cost: Donations

Contact Name: Beth

Phone Number: 6885600

Brief Description of event: Calling All Princesses
A pricesses Party for Funds to be collected for Childrens Miracle Network. With Miss Kansas Outstanding Teen Organization

Email Address: Attitudesdancewearetc.com
Website: Miss Kansas.Org

February 22
Starkey Poker Tournament
Event Time: 5 - 9 PM

A benefit for the Starkey Foundation

Highlands Gastropub & Cardroom
3731 N. Rock Road
Rachel Banning, 316-512-4173
www.starkey.org

February 24
Humanitarian Awards Dinner
Diversity Kansas
Reception 6:00 pm Dinner 6:45 pm

Event Location: Beech Activity Center
Admission cost: Individual ticket - $125 Sponsor Opportunities Available
Contact: Sandi Harrison
316-264-0356
sharrison@diversitykansas
www.diversitykansas.org

May 2
2009 Gregg Marshall Dinner & Auction WSU Men's Basketball Program
Event Time: 6:00 p.m.

Event Location: Charles Koch Arena, Preferred Health Systems Multi-Purpose Center

Live music, fantastic food & beverages, amazing live & silent auctions and a few surprise guests will all be part of the largest fund-raising event held in support of the Shocker
Men’s Basketball program. It's a FUN-tastic time not to miss!

Contact Name: Robin Bauer
Phone Number: (316) 978-3135
Email Address: rbauer@goshockers.com
www.goshockers.com