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We are so excited to welcome Maya Tillman-Rayton to BCCA! We are offering a free workshop open to the public on Wednesday and Thursday (7/30 & 7/31) from 5-6 PM for ages 13 & Up. No registration required.

The Back-Atcha-Band will be playing live at the Douglas County Fair on Wednesday, July 30 from 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

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Hosted by Uplift Baldwin

Join our very own Ms. Kelli every Thursday of summer break (weather allowing) for Story Time on the Patio. Free mini muffins for every kid.

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Head to Homestead Kitchen & Bakery - Baldwin City, KS for dinner, and let’s lovingly devour every last bite on the menu.

Because 15% of all sales during that time go straight to the BHS Spanish Trip Fundraiser.

Let’s help our students take their classroom global! One meal at a time. No passports required… just an appetite and a heart for our kids.

Hosted by Baldwin City Creative Arts | View Flyer

We are so excited to welcome Maya Tillman-Rayton to BCCA! We are offering a free workshop open to the public on Wednesday and Thursday (7/30 & 7/31) from 5-6 PM for ages 13 & Up. No registration required.

Hosted by Douglas County Visiting Nurses | See Event Website

Visiting Nurses Hearts & Hands Casino Night Fundraiser is back! Your support helps us provide vital Home Health and Hospice care to patients throughout Lawrence and Douglas County, regardless of their ability to pay for services. We hope you'll join us in enjoying casino games, a silent auction, food, drinks, and more, while supporting our patients!

Tickets, tables, and sponsorships are available now! The auction will open for bidding on 7/25, one week before the big event!

Every Saturday morning beginning April 5th on the sidewalk in front of Sullivan Square. Questions? Contact hornbergerfarms@gmail.com

Hosted by Lumberyard Arts Center

Learn to crochet a hat in this advanced beginner class with Janet Anderson-Story. Yarn and hooks available or bring your own. For ages 12 through adult.

You're invited to BCRC's Customer Appreciation Day! Join us on Friday, August 2, from 11:00AM-1:00PM at Sullivan Square. Enjoy a hot dog, chips, and a drink—on us! It's our way of saying thank you for participating in Baldwin City Recreation events, activities, and programs this year.

Hosted by Baldwin City Public Library and Santa Fe Trail Historical Society of Douglas County

Alan Van Loenen, Battery B, 3rd Kansas, Light Artillery, Reenactment Unit, will be bringing American Civil War uniforms and equipment to display and describe. These items are mostly reproductions, but are exact reproductions like those used during the American Civil War, 1861- 1865. He will also have a couple of reproduction Civil War weapons for part of his program.

We will also display an Underground Railroad Quilt started by Sharon Andrews, then donated by her family to the Quilt Capital of Kansas group. Eileen Flory offered to complete the sashing of the quilt blocks for this project. In May of 2023, the QCKS group and Lumberyard Art Center partnered and received a grant from the Douglas County Heritage organization. Their goal is to teach youth classes about the techniques of the past in the textile arts, as schools have not taught these arts for some time. They decided to complete this project by hand-quilting the piece, as this is the traditional method of putting the quilt together.  They had some youth and adults help with hand quilting. The patterns for each quilt block were from the book “Underground Railroad Sampler” by Eleanor Burns and Sue Bouchard. 

Hosted by Baldwin City Distillery

We're excited to announce that Matt Parenti will be performing live at Baldwin City Distillery! We invite you to come and enjoy an evening of great music in a relaxed atmosphere.

In addition to the fantastic live performance, we'll be offering a special promotion on our bottled spirits: buy one bottle and get the second one half off\! It's a perfect opportunity to stock up on your favorites or try something new. We hope to see you there\!

Hosted by Baldwin City Recreation Commission

Grab your pickaxe and join us for a night of cubes, creativity, and community!

Come early to dig for diamonds, create pixel art, complete a Minecraft scavenger hunt, and snap a pic at our themed photo op! Then bring a blanket or some lawn chairs and settle in for a night of family-friendly fun in the heart of downtown Baldwin City.

Don't miss this epic Minecraft adventure on the big screen!

Additional Information
8:30PM: Activities
9:00PM: Showing
Cost: FREE

See Facebook Event See Minecraft Trailer

Hosted by Lumberyard Arts Center

Learn the Laura Heine collage technique using a design from the Teeny Tiny Collage Set #10. Learn collage basics and tips-no sewing machine needed during class.

Hosted by Baldwin City Recreation Commission

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Relax and unwind with Sundays at Six! Bring a chair, pack a picnic, and enjoy 90 minutes of live music in the heart of Sullivan Square. A perfect, lowkey way to wrap up your weekend: good tunes, good company, and a great community vibe!

Join us August 3 for Erica McKenzie!

A designated "giver of goosebumps", Erica is a powerful vocalist and lyricist. Combining her pop/rock style with soulful intonations (and a sprinkle of country, R&B, folk, and jazz for flavor), Erica juxtaposes her bubbly personality with a hauntingly beautiful voice. Her eclectic approach reflects her family's roots in fostering her love of music while her lyrics, catchy and relatable, pull the listener along on her journey of authenticity and discovery.

Come see this one-woman band on our August 3 Sunday at Six! View Facebook Event

Hosted by Vinland Fair

The fair starts on Thursday. Ease yourself into fair life by competing in old-timey fair competitions like the nail-driving contest, exhibit your skills in the talent show or catch the tunes of live band! Get more details on the schedule here.

Hosted by Lumberyard Arts Center | See Flyer

Here’s the scoop: We’re celebrating 25 years of making a difference in Baldwin City! Douglas County Community Foundation has granted more than $668,000 to Baldwin City nonprofit organizations and it’s time to celebrate.

Come get a scoop of ice cream at Ice Cream House in Sullivan Square (free while supplies last - 300 scoops!) and enjoy live music by Megan Luttrell Trio, compliments of DCCF. S

Hosted by Vinland Fair

Slide into your weekend by stopping by the fair on its second day! Participate in bicycle races, foot races, tug-of-war and more! At night, watch the tractor pull or catch some tunes of the live band. Get more details on the schedule here.

Every Saturday morning beginning April 5th on the sidewalk in front of Sullivan Square. Questions? Contact hornbergerfarms@gmail.com

Hosted by Vinland Valley Nursery

At this workshop, staff will share tips, techniques, and tricks for creating beautiful bouquets. Take a trip to the flower field where we will show you how to select the perfect flowers and greenery, then gather in the workshop to prepare and arrange your own bouquet. We will go over a variety of techniques for creating beautiful arrangements and guide you through creating them. $40 per person. Base price includes flowers from the field, floral supplies, and a vase. Additional flowers and vases are available, priced per piece. More Information

Hosted by Vinland Fair

The final day of the fair kicks off with the pet parade, where kids can bring cats, dogs, goats and a variety of other animals to show off.

In the evening, catch the lawn tractor pull and homemade ice cream making competition.

Other events include the pedal tractor pull and livestock judging. Get more details on the schedule here.

Hosted by Baldwin City Public Library

Bring Summer Salads for our Potluck and book recommendations. As always, come even if you do not have any book recommendations or food.  This is every 2nd Monday of each month, so mark your calendars and join us!

View Website with More Information. Join the community in downtown Baldwin City for a vibrant summer evening of local farmers, makers, and storefronts, music, art, and hands on kids activities both educational and fun!

Every Saturday morning beginning April 5th on the sidewalk in front of Sullivan Square. Questions? Contact hornbergerfarms@gmail.com

Hosted by Baldwin City Public Library

Fun with Shrinky Dinks! It is not just for kids. We will make fun charms for jewelry, backpacks, or ornaments. 

Every Saturday morning beginning April 5th on the sidewalk in front of Sullivan Square. Questions? Contact hornbergerfarms@gmail.com

Hosted by Baldwin City Public Library

Tech Time - Bring Your Questions

Every Saturday morning beginning April 5th on the sidewalk in front of Sullivan Square. Questions? Contact hornbergerfarms@gmail.com

Every Saturday morning beginning April 5th on the sidewalk in front of Sullivan Square. Questions? Contact hornbergerfarms@gmail.com

The BC Fashion Show returns September 6th at the Lumberyard Arts Center!

Join us for an evening of style and creativity as we highlight local boutiques and apparel designers. Garden party sponsored by Standard Grooming Supply and live music following the show.

More details coming soon! See Facebook Event | See Flyer | See Website

Presented by Standard Grooming Supply | See Facebook Event | See Flyer

Free admission to the Garden Party - a community fundraiser for the Lumberyard Arts Center.

Live Music • Food • Drinks • Fashion

• Fashion Show | 6:00–7:30pm
Enjoy a runway show featuring looks from local boutiques and designers! Tickets on sale now, visit www.lumberyardartscenter.org for details.

• Garden Party | Begins at 7:00 PM
Stick around (or come just for this!) and enjoy:
Live Music by Son Venezuela at 7:45 PM
Wine, beer & concessions from the Lumberyard Arts Center
Food for purchase from El Patron

Experience Baldwin City style, support the arts, and enjoy a beautiful night out

We’re excited to launch our new Explore Baldwin Series! This series replaces our morning coffee meetups with casual, after-hours tours of local businesses. It’s a fresh way to connect, discover, and support the incredible places that make Baldwin City shine. RSVP Here

Every Saturday morning beginning April 5th on the sidewalk in front of Sullivan Square. Questions? Contact hornbergerfarms@gmail.com

View Website with More Information. Join the community in downtown Baldwin City for a vibrant summer evening of local farmers, makers, and storefronts, music, art, and hands on kids activities both educational and fun!

Visit Website for more Information. You're going to want to double-check those shoelaces, because we are about to rock your socks off. Join Baldwin City Recreation Commission on Saturday, September 20, for a night of music, food, and fun!

Details to come. Follow BCRC on social media to stay up-to-date on all the latest announcements. 

Every Saturday morning beginning April 5th on the sidewalk in front of Sullivan Square. Questions? Contact hornbergerfarms@gmail.com

Every Saturday morning beginning April 5th on the sidewalk in front of Sullivan Square. Questions? Contact hornbergerfarms@gmail.com

Open to the Public. Reserve a time slot here.

Every Saturday morning beginning April 5th on the sidewalk in front of Sullivan Square. Questions? Contact hornbergerfarms@gmail.com

Join the Baldwin City business community and the Baldwin City Chamber of Commerce at a networking luncheon. Please RSVP at this Link

Every Saturday morning beginning April 5th on the sidewalk in front of Sullivan Square. Questions? Contact hornbergerfarms@gmail.com

Visit Website with More Information. Hosted by Baldwin City Recreation Commission.

Don't let the grind get you down! Saturday, October 25th, 2025, marks the 7th annual Maple Leaf Gravel Grind.  We offer 3 separate routes (16, 40, and 70 mile options) that highlight the beautiful fall foliage in and around Baldwin City, KS.  Each rider registered in time receives a t-shirt, goody bag, and commemorative item. All races are timed by the Timer Guys, and top three male and female finishers in the 70-mile race earn a cash prize.

Proceeds are split between Prairie Paws Animal Shelter in Ottawa, KS, and the Baldwin City Recreation Commission's scholarship fund, which provides opportunities for families in our community who may have difficulty paying for programs for their children. Prairie Paws Animal Shelter will be on site with animals available for adoption as well.

Following the race, riders are encouraged to stick around for the Maple Leaf Beer, Wine and Spirit Fest, a sampling event of regional wineries, breweries, and distilleries. MLGG participants receive a discount on tickets for this event. 

**Details about 2025 Gravel Grind coming soon**

Visit Website with More Information. Hosted by Baldwin City Recreation Commission.

We've got spirit (and wine, and beer), yes we do, how about you!? Get ready, Baldwin City—the 5th Annual Maple Leaf Beer, Wine and Spirit Festival is coming! Join us on Saturday, October 25th, 2025, from 2:00-5:00 PM. Guaranteed to be a brew-tiful day, this event will leave you in high spirits and walking on cloud wine. Sponsored by Maley and Sons Construction, this adult-only event highlights some of the region’s best breweries, wineries and distilleries. 

Vendors throughout Sullivan Square as well as High Street between 7th and 8th will be ready to share some of their best selections with you. In addition to beer, wine and spirit samples, live music will provide the soundtrack for this relaxing day. Food trucks will be onsite with food for purchase, and light appetizers are included with your ticket.

This event is capped! Once tickets are sold out, they are gone.

Schedule an Appointment Here

We’re excited to launch our new Explore Baldwin Series! This series replaces our morning coffee meetups with casual, after-hours tours of local businesses. It’s a fresh way to connect, discover, and support the incredible places that make Baldwin City shine.

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Bring the whole family to our beloved Breakfast with Santa and kick off the holiday season with festive cheer! 

Stay tuned for more details!

Children 3 and under eat FREE!

Join the Baldwin City Chamber of Commerce and Baldwin City business community for our Holiday Open House and happy hour networking! RSVP Here

Hosted by Lumberyard Arts Center

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Join us for the 1st Annual Fun Run! Run, walk, and support the arts in our community!

Location: Starting & ending at the Lumberyard Arts Center

Stay tuned for more details—registration opens soon!