Building Improvements Update
HVAC Installation Underday
Thanks to:
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$19,065 from Match Day funds
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$22,908 from the Trusler Foundation
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A generous anonymous donor
Heating and air conditioning are being installed in the gymnasium and stage area. Materials are ordered, and installation is expected to be complete by the end of March.
Watch Facebook for details about an upcoming Open House celebration once the project is finished.
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OUR MISSION:
The Chase County “Old School” Development District is saving history and creating opportunities through a mission to save the built history of the old school and maintain neighborhood integrity by cultivating community engagement, developing opportunities, and ensuring fiscal sustainability.
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A Message From the Board
The Old School continues to grow as a gathering place for our community. With recent facility improvements and increased programming opportunities, we are excited about expanding year-round use of the gymnasium and shared spaces.
We appreciate the continued support of our community members, donors, volunteers, and renters who help keep this historic building active and sustainable.
Upcoming Events
Pickleball
Old School Book Club
March 21 - $10 entry fee
April 11 at 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM $50 per ticket or $250 for a table of 6
Every Tuesday & Thursday from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM $20/month
March 19 at 5:00 PM
Community Pitch Party
Brews, Fiesta Bites, & Live Music
Logan Mize Concert
Old School Car Show
Fireworks Sales
Haunted House/Bonfire
Country Christmas
May 22 at 7:00 PM
June 6 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
June 29 through July 5
October 16 and 17
November 28
Event Spotlight: Beer, Food
and Live Music
JJ Johns - Radius Brewing Company, Emporia
JJ Johns moved to Emporia over 20 years ago and quickly fell in love with the area and a Chase County girl, Julia Wilson. Around 2010 he began brewing beer as a hobby and has been expanding his knowledge of the craft ever since.
Today, JJ is the owner and head brewer of Radius Brewing Company in Emporia, where he continues perfecting the art of turning water, malt, hops, and yeast into great beer. Guests at our event will have the opportunity to sample some of his handcrafted brews during the beer tasting.
Dr. Mary Kleinsorge - Flint Hills Musician
"Dr. Mary" Kleinsorge grew up singing to the cattle in the hills west of Bazaar and playing for rodeo cowboys at Ken's Place. She plays multiple instruments and her husband plays bass and sings along. After she spent many years on the road, singer-songwriter Sonny James introduced her to Nashville, but she decided the lifestyle wasn't for her. Many of her original songs were written from her heart about life in the Flint Hills and her family. Come let Mary and her husband Craig remind you what a blessing it is to have Chase County roots.
Delicious tastings from Jacalitos Restaurant will be paired with each of the 5 sampled beers. Space is limited. Reserve a space at 620-340-9634.
Old School Community Connection
Do you have a favorite Old School memory?
Email your memory to chasecountyoldschool@gmail.com to be featured in our Old School Memories Collection.
Rental Opportunities Available
Did you know the Old School gymnasium and rooms are available for:
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Community events
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Meetings
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Private celebrations
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Business use
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Recreational activities
Rental fees support building maintenance, improvements, and long-term sustainability of this community asset.
For rental inquiries, contact us at:
620-340-9634
Event News
Country Star Logan Mize kicks off his new album entitled COTTONWOOD FALLS on May 22!
Doors open at 7 PM.
Opening Act - Dylan Bloom at 7:30 PM.
Ticket information TBA soon!
Chase County Old School Development District
620-340-9634
Lee Anne Coester, President
518 3rd St.
Cottonwood Falls, KS 66845
