Your Guide to Augusta This Week: Monday, June 29th and throughout the Month, Into July, Events, News & What’s Coming Up

Good Morning, Augusta!  And, Happy Monday!

Just a quick update on my unfortunate fall...

It has definitely been a week of ups and downs, both literally and figuratively, but I'm doing well thanks to Clint, who has been the best caretaker I could have ever asked for. ❤️

I've been taking it easy and working from home, while trying not to let this setback keep me down. One bright spot was being able to attend our last Business After Hours event and visit with so many of you. Seeing everyone truly lifted my spirits!

I'll be back in the office on Monday—with Clint's help—to finish getting everything ready for our Celebrate America Parade and Concert in the Park on Saturday, July 4th.

Thank you again for all of your prayers, kind words, and encouragement. They have meant more to me than you know.

We hope to see everyone on Saturday as we Celebrate America together!

So, welcome to a brand-new week in Augusta! We hope you had a great weekend and are ready to enjoy all the opportunities, events, and activities of the week and month ahead has in store.  

Remember—shop local first! Every dollar spent locally helps strengthen our economy, create opportunities, and keep Augusta growing strong.

At Go! Augusta, we are dedicated to promoting and supporting our local businesses, nonprofits, community services, and volunteer opportunities that make Augusta a wonderful place to live, work, and celebrate. We encourage you to explore the Augusta Business Directory and support the businesses that invest in our community as members of Go! Augusta.

Thank you to all of our businesses for being part of what makes Augusta such a strong, vibrant, and welcoming community. Together, we continue to support the people, businesses, organizations, and volunteers who help our town thrive.

Don't forget if you need an event posted or need help in sharing your event, don't forget to contact myself or Mandi at the Go! Augusta Office, 316-775-4585.

If any of our local businesses, nonprofits, or home-based entrepreneurs have events, offers or sales, contact me at 316-775-4585 or email me at [email protected].  

Here’s a roundup of local news, events, and resources to start your week. 

• Go! Augusta Magazine!  Go to the link:  Go! Augusta Magazine to view the magazine. 

 This Week’s News, Events, and Future Events!

Networking Opportunities / "Coffee & Connections" – Mark Your Calendar!

• Thursday, July 23^rd – Lily Lake Kansas (9010 SW River Valley Rd) at 8:00am
• Thursday, October 29^th – Boutique 1631 at 8:00am

“Business After Hours”

• Monday, August 24^th – Renew Med Spas (413 State Street) at 5:30pm
• Monday, September 14^th – Mega Pines Mini Golf (1802 US-54, Andover) at 5:30pm

Upcoming Happenings Save the Dates – Shop, Explore and Support Local~

Make sure you see all the events that the 250^th Celebration Committee has in store for Augusta!  Click on 250^thCelebration so you don’t miss anything!

• Tuesday, June 30th - 10am & 6pm - 250th Birthday Party at the Augusta Public Library - Celebrate our Great Nation with cupcakes and party games!
• Friday, July 3rd, from 4-8pm, Augusta Arts Council at 527 Venue, Make a Flag to Celebrate America's 250th Birthday!
• Saturday, July 4th -  A Nationwide Call to Toll the Bells - Ringing at Noon!
• Saturday, July 4^th at 2pm – Celebrate America 250 with an Ice Cream Social, sponsored by Augusta Dillions
• Celebrate America Parade – On July 4^th, join us for a joyful, family-friendly parade celebrating America's 250th Anniversary — a vibrant community procession honoring our shared history, diversity, and hope for the future. All ages are welcome to march, perform, ride on floats, carry banners, or cheer from the sidelines.  Whether you’re a local band, scout troop, dance group, veteran organization, school club, business, or family with creative costumes, we want you to be part of this memorable celebration!  Register today at "Celebrating America" Parade and help make this milestone anniversary parade an inclusive, unforgettable celebration for generations to come!
• Saturday, July 4th at 6pm - Join us at Garvin Park for a "Concert in the Park", listening to the Jacob Reavis Band, while enjoying ice cream, delicious lemonade from the Funky Lemon and great music!
• Saturday, July 4th at Dusk - Enjoy the Fireworks at The Augusta Lake
• Sunday, July 5th, 1-3pm - A Community Potluck at Garvin Park - Specific Location TBD

Events and Happenings!  Check out the Go! Augusta website and our business websites for specifics!

• Friday, July 10th - 3rd Annual Alum 7 on 7 Flag Football Event, 5pm.  Come and support the 2026 Football Team and enjoy seeing past Orioles come together.  Teams can email Dawson Elliott at [email protected].

• Friday, July 10th - Kansas Cannons College Baseball Team "Golf Tournament"!  Begins at 6:00pm, First 9 holes played during the daylight and the second 9 holes  played with glow golf balls - Glow Tournament!  Click on Kansas Cannons Baseball Team - Golf Tournament for more information and registration.

• Saturday, July 11th - Sonshine Community Market / 1st & 3rd Saturdays, 9 am - 1 pm at Augusta United Methodist Church Parking Lot. 

• Saturday, September 12^th – 9^th Annual P2G – Paddle To Gravel! (PG2) Triathlon

Augusta Historical Museum – Be sure to check out all of Augusta’s History, events and activities they provide for our community at Augusta Historical Museum! 

Augusta Historic Theatre - Friday, July 17th - 6:00pm - Excitement is in the air! Get ready to be part of something extraordinary at Augusta Arts Council's fundraising event. It's an event like no other, and we want you to be there! Click the link "I Love the 80's.....to Death - Murder Mystery Dinner for tickets! - Play the part of suspect and detective as you and your team discover who committed the crime. By party’s end, the killer will be revealed from your pool of suspects, including your fellow guests! 

Augusta Public Library – Check out what all the library has to offer you and your family at https://augustapubliclibrary.com   They offer are Club Meetings, Recommended Books to read, after school activities, family nights, Preschool Storytimes, book buddies, and Lego challenges.  Also, leading up to the Celebration of America, they are offering so many activities to celebrate the 250th Birthday!  Our public library has SO much to offer kids and adults!

Augusta Rec Center - The Augusta Rec Center PROVIDES so many things for you, your family, seniors and anyone that wants to be active!  Learn to Play Piano, Zumba, Self Defense for Women, Yin Yoga, Chair Yoga, and classes to learn new things!  To see or register for any of these activities, go to their website at Augusta Rec Center.

Boutique 1631 – Browse their latest products on their Facebook page at Boutique 1631!  Want the ultimate birthday arrangement?  They have you covered!  Complete the look with a coordinating accessory that compliments your stunning flowers!

Bricks Bar & Grill - They are open 7 days a week, for food, drink and to socialize, open 7 days a week! Be sure to follow them on Facebook at Bricks Bar & Grill at https://www.facebook.com/BricksBarAndGrillAugustaKS  for all their food and music schedules. 

Butler Community College is celebrating their centennial in 2026-2027. Window clings and a business resource sheet are available at the Go! Augusta Office or by emailing [email protected]! They appreciate our community supporting this milestone anniversary.

Senior Community Lunch First Tuesday of each Month!  Click on the link for more information!  Enjoy good food. Great conversation. Even better company. Join them for their monthly Senior Community Lunch at Butler Community College — a delicious homestyle meal and time to connect with friends, old and new.  We’re proud to serve our local seniors and can’t wait to see you at the table! 

Core Community Augusta!  Now, through November, there is a unique way to support this organization!

• For $10 each, you can get a ticket, support a family, and earn a chance to win a new car or SUV! 
• Get tickets for your family! Get tickets for your staff! 
• Core Community Augusta gets to keep the entire donation!! 
• Want tickets or more info? Support Core Community Augusta

Call them at 316-619-3157! Tickets can be picked up at the Augusta Learning Center!  Thank you for supporting transformation in families' lives. We appreciate you so much!

Gambino’s Pizza – Augusta - Gambino's Pizza Menu and Coupons

Click on 2026 Kansas Cannons for the summer scheduled.  Their next games are: Monday, June 29th against the Hutchinson Monarchs at Home, Tuesday, June 30th, against the Hutchinson Monarchs in Hutchinson, Thursday, July 2nd, against the PFP Wildcats in Rose Hill, and Friday, July 3rd against the PFP Wildcats at Home.  All games are at 7pm, except for Saturday, June 27th).  All home games are played at the Rodney Wheeler Baseball Field, at the High School.  Free entry into all games, so bring your family, your friends, and your team spirit!  The Cannons would love you to see you at their games!

Lily Lake Kansas - If your kiddo is into animals and all things farming, then check out our upcoming Farm Camp!

• When: starting Monday, July 20, through Friday, July 24
• You can get the full details here, including price:  https://lilylakekansas.aluvii.com/store/shop/productdetails?id=4&productId=33

Marketplace 67010 – Summer is here, so check out their “cool” coolers!  Lightweight, super durable, and sustainable, too!  They also float!  The perfect summer necessity.  They also have lots of goodies to prepare for America's 250th Birthday Celebration & more finds for everyone!

Park Bench Brewing - Park Bench Brewing is open every day except for Tuesdays!  Every other Wednesday is Music Bingo, go and listen to music, and enjoy playing Bingo!  Check out for all of their events at their webpage at Park Bench Brewing Co. and for their hours. 

Redbud Brewing - Redbud Brewing is open every day except for Mondays and Sundays.  Check out their hours, great music (almost every weekend), and specials at Redbud Brewing.  

Mega Pines Mini Golf  - There are a lot of things going on at Mega Pines Mini Golf, getting ready for new things for you to see when you come to play some mini golf!  Soon, enjoy Mega Pines Go Kart Route 66 Road Trip!  Follow them on their Facebook page for updates!

Sam’s Fudge – Est. 1988 - Don’t forget to satisfy your sweet tooth by shopping at Sam’s Fudge, 407 State Street, Augusta.  Not only does Sam have the most delicious chocolates, (also sugar free), he also bakes up his yummy cinnamon rolls.  Go and check out all the sweets he has to offer!  He is open M-F, 9am-5pm, Saturdays, 8am-2pm, and closed on Sundays. 

Sugar Shane’s Café - Check out their weekly specials at Sugar Shane's Cafe.  They are always adding things to their menu, with exciting specials, follow them on Facebook Page, so you don’t miss out! And don’t forget Sugar Shane’s for all your catering needs!

They can use your help!  Support Our Chef Ben! His Oxtail Tacos were a huge hit on Tuesday! Come try them! Our chef, Ben, is competing for a spot on a cooking show, and he needs your vote!   To celebrate, we’re featuring a specials that Ben creats himself. His creativity and passion in the kitchen are a big part of what makes Sugar Shane’s special, and we’re lucky to have him on our team. Click the link or scan the QR code to cast your vote!  Every vote helps, and we appreciate your support!  https://favchef.com/2026/benjamin-tozier

Vintage Villa - It’s here! The first class was such a success, we have decided on a second date! We will have a THIRD class (after this class) where Shreene will teach us to incorporate ingredients, OR Lear to make cinnamon rolls with the discard….stay tuned for the follow-up class!!! For now-come learn to make the starter, and practice making your dough!!!

• When:  Tuesday, July 7th
• Time:  6-8pm
• Where:  The Vintage Villa, 324 State Street, Augusta, KS.
• Signup Form https://forms.gle/vs9thbkj2JiXyTj99

Holiday Bowl - Don’t bother with the heat this summer. Make The Holiday Bowl your go-to spot for relaxing. Bowling, a beer garden, an arcade, cold drinks, and delicious food all under one roof. The Summer Club Membership pays for itself in a single visit! For just $40/month, you get a free hour on the lanes every day we're open, free shoe rental, and 10% off food. Want to bring the crew? The Family/Friends membership has you covered, too!  Sign up for a Summer Club membership today on our website!  Click Summer Bowling for more information!

And don't forget, Cosmic Bowling is every Saturday evening for everyone to enjoy, family and friends!  

Bungee Fun Fitness - A fun, high-cardio, low-impact fitness workout for all levels. Bungee Fun Fitness, Your new BFF, Best Friend Forever! Fun is our middle name! We are an affiliate of Sling Bungee Fitness, the original Bungee Fitness. 

Laiken Nicole Flowers - Laiken Nicole Flowers is the place to order flowers for that special person!  Look no further, they may have just what you are looking for, for that special occasion, birthday, or just because! You can always check out great things on their Facebook page at https://www.facebook/Boutique1631 /   

AND, don't forget Flower, Fudge & Java Fridays! Treat yourself, or someone special, with Laiken Nicole Flowers, CHOCOLATE fudge from Sam's Fudge Shop, and YOUR choice of Latte from M & J's Coffeehouse, all for $25!

Augusta Public Schools – To keep up on the latest news, events, visit the district’s website at www.usd402.com.  Once there, you can select from the menu for information and forms you need to for the upcoming 2026-27 School Year!  Be sure to follow the Augusta School District on its Facebook page for updates on construction at district buildings!

Reminder:  Summer Lunches are at the Augusta Community Center, at 1301 Helen Street.  Use Door 7, non the westside of the building.  Serving meals Monday-Friday, 12pm-1pm, throughout July 31st.  Meals will not be served on Friday July 3rd. 

Membership and Sponsorship Investments

We continue to seek new members and sponsorship investors.  These are great ways to support Go! Augusta, while gaining visibility for your business.  Opportunities and details are available at Membership and Sponsorship Investments , or I would be happy to visit with you about which option may be the best fit for your business.

If you run a home-based small business, are beginning your entrepreneurial journey, or are opening a new business in Augusta, we’d love to help. Visit us at the Depot, 618 State St., or call me at 775-4585.  Our Membership Investment options are designed to fit a range of budgets while connecting you with a strong local business network. 

Red Brick Bucks!  Anytime is a great time to do some shopping for yourself or someone else!  For more information about them, click Red Brick Bucks  We have a lot of the Red Buck Bricks out in the community that have not been used for purchases at our participating businesses.  So, don’t forget to go and use those BUCKS!  They are the same as cash!

The Heartbeat of our Town and Community! 
All our businesses in Augusta are the heartbeat of our town. Whether you’re in the Red Brick District, along 54 Highway, or on Ohio Street, you contribute to the vibrant culture and sense of community that makes Augusta so special. We are sincerely grateful to everyone who plays a role in fostering Augusta’s growth, resilience, and lively spirit!

At www.goaugusta.org, you can check out Community Information, the Directory of our Businesses, Depot Rentals, and how to join Go! Augusta.  

If you know someone who isn’t receiving our weekly newsletter, share with them our Go! Augusta Website and tell them to click on “Subscribe”!  Thank you to everyone who subscribes to the Go! Augusta Newsletter, we appreciate your support! 

In closing, thank you for staying connected with us — stay tuned for next Monday’s Newsletter and Follow us on Facebook and on our Go! Augusta Website and Blog, at www.goaugusta.org for updates of events during the week!

From the Go! Augusta Staff - We appreciate you!

Connie Hummel, Director