Emporia Area Chamber & Visit Emporia

Kick off your weekend by attending our ribbon cutting for Cooltura Conexion at 4:30 today, located at 707 Commercial St.  Cooltura Conexion (Culture Connection) is a new space dedicated to showcasing different cultures and fostering cultural awareness in Emporia. Join us in this exciting journey of cultural exchange and community building!  After the ribbon cutting, stick around to celebrate Colombian Independence Day with us! Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect with others, embrace others' cultures, and celebrate diversity!  Lot's of other great activities and events to round out your weekend!  Enjoy today's Friday Shout Out! https://lnkd.in/gSx8c2ue

The KFC Foundation is giving back to Emporia-based non-profit Emporia Area Chamber Foundation, which is working hard to open Little Lyons Childcare a 24/7 childcare facility, granting them $10,000 to make a project on their wish list come true. Kentucky Fried Wishes, one of the KFC Foundation’s community giving programs, invites non-profit organizations to apply for a grant to fund a project on their wish list. This year, the KFC Foundation will fund $1 million in Kentucky Fried Wishes to 100 non-profits nationwide, with 25 grants awarded quarterly based on different project categories. “We are so grateful to the KFC Foundation for this generous Kentucky Fried Wishes grant, which will help our organization complete our infant toddler playground with beautiful shade structures, ensuring our Little Lyons have the safest place to learn, play, and grow,” said Michelle Margeson, Director of Ignite Emporia, Emporia Area Chamber of Commerce. KFC Foundation KFC Little Lyons Childcare, Inc. #kfcfoundation #kentuckyfriedwishes

It is hard to believe we are half-way through July already. Where has the summer gone? Enjoy today's Tuesday Talk! with LeLan Dains, Director of Visit Emporia on more great event happening in Emporia. Remember there is still two weeks to apply to be a part of the 37th Class of Leadership Emporia Academy. That and so much more here.  https://lnkd.in/eKfUjrvY

So much to see, so much to do! Get out and enjoy all Emporia has to offer! Here is today's Friday Shout out!! https://lnkd.in/g36zbbzA Have a great day!

What is the definition of Economic Development. Learn some of the basics from RDA, Interim Jim Witt. You will also find a link to learn about the candidates on the upcoming primary ballot. It is a great way to educate yourself on the views of those who are running for an upcoming office.  All of this and more in today's Tuesday Talk! We hope you enjoy. https://lnkd.in/g4VKpqRJ

Happy Tuesday! So much happening this week of our Independence Day! You will find information from the City of Emporia about the Fireworks show on Thursday.  CrossWinds Counseling & Wellness invite you to view the movie Over the Top with Sylvester Stallone Thursday evening if you are looking to escape the noise. The movie will be playing at the beautiful Granada Theatre at 8:30 pm.  You will find this and more information in today's Tuesday Talk! Enjoy! https://lnkd.in/g_byQHma

Director of our Ignite Emporia initiative, Michelle Margeson, is busy not only coordinating the opening of Little Lyons Childcare, but other aspects including workforce development. Find her latest update in today's Tuesday Talk! https://lnkd.in/gzaBjJyg

Check out all the fun thigs happening this weekend, and enjoy today's Friday Shout Out!!! https://lnkd.in/gsYceijh

How blessed we are as a community to host so many wonderful events. This week we are welcoming in the National Teachers Hall of Fame Inductees. Be sure to show them the charm that makes our community so wonderful! I hope you enjoy today's Tuesday Talk! https://lnkd.in/gVVwkbfC

Remember to continue to show our Emporia Pride by welcoming in the over 900 Disc Golfers, their families and guests to our community this week! Enjoy today's Tuesday Talk!  https://lnkd.in/gG3QhNcG