Your Guide to Augusta This Week: Monday, July 20th and throughout the Month, Events, News & What’s Coming Up

Good Morning, Augusta, and Happy Monday!

While things have slowed down a bit at the Go! Augusta Office, we're still busy planning exciting opportunities for our community!

We're currently preparing for our new ABC Market at The Depot, with markets scheduled for August 16, September 20, and October 18 at 2:00 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial on State Street. Interested in becoming a vendor? Click the registration link above or contact Mandi at 316-775-4585 with any questions.

We're also gearing up for our Annual Homecoming Parade and Community Tailgate on Friday, October 2. Watch for more details coming soon!

The Go! Augusta Newsletter is your source for local businesses, nonprofits, events, and community happenings. We encourage everyone to shop local, support local, and explore all that Augusta has to offer. Be sure to visit the Augusta Business Directory to discover Go! Augusta member businesses and services.

Thank you to our businesses, organizations, volunteers, and community members for helping make Augusta such a welcoming place to live, work, and visit. Every dollar spent locally strengthens our community.

If your business, nonprofit, or home-based business has an event, special, or announcement you'd like included, contact me at 316-775-4585 or [email protected].

Now, here's your roundup of local news, events, and opportunities for the week!

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

• Augusta Public Library - The Kansas State Fair has provided a limited number of entry tickets to the state fair to be given as prizes to individuals who finish the 2026 summer reading challenge "Unearth a Story".  We appreciate this addition to our prize packet!  

• USD #402-Augusta, The Summer Lunch Program is still going on and available for all children ages, 1-18, free of charge!
• Where:  Robinson Community Center, 1301 Helen StreetEnter:  Use Door 7, on the westside of the building.  Dates:  Monday through Friday, May 26-July 31.
• Time:  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
• Nutritious meals will be served daily, and all children must eat lunch in the lunchroom.
• Lunch Menu:  The summer lunch menu will be available on the Augusta USD 402 at the top under Popular Links>Meal Menus and will be located under Garfield, once they are posted.  

• Mega Pines Mini Golf - Mark your calendars! As part of our (Click link for download app) Sunflower Summer App experience we will be hosting special events every Monday (July 20th, July 27th, and August 3rd)
• Time Begins:  10:30am
• Cost is regular admission ($12.00 for mini golf or $5 for just yard games or observer- it covers insurance for having people on the grounds).
• Stay as long as you want, feel free to bring a picnic- food, drinks, stay as long as you want.
• Read aloud and activities by a certified teacher geared to elementary age students.
• Reminder to download the Sunflower Summer App and claim a ticket and school age children and 1 adult can come once for free!

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

• Thursday, July 23^rd – Lily Lake Kansas (9010 SW River Valley Rd) at 8:00am.  They have so much to offer for families, we are hoping you will join us to check out Lily Lake Kansas.  Their address is:  9010 SW River Valley Rd, Augusta, KS, United States, 67010

“Business After Hours” - Monday, August 24^th – Renew Med Spas (413 State Street) at 5:30pm

• (PG2) Triathlon! P2G – Paddle To GravelPaddle to Travel - Saturday, September 12^th – 9^th Annual

• 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 - Minions & Monsters - Saturday, July 25th, 7:30pm & Sunday, July 26th, 2:00pm, with tickets only $5.00!

• Augusta Rec Center - Grab a partner and get ready for the Partner Basketball Challenges on Saturday, August 1st starting at 12:00 PM!  Teams of two will compete in a variety of basketball challenges using a point system to determine our champions! Divisions: • High School Division• Adult Division, Max of 6 teams per division.  If needed, divisions may be combined based on participation. Entry Fee: $15 per team Prizes will be awarded to the top teams at the end of the competition!  Register Online Now --> www.augustaksrec.com
• Augusta High School Soccer Camp Registration is OPEN! Looking for a fun way to keep your child active this summer while developing their soccer skills? Don't miss the Augusta High School Soccer Camp! Dates: August 3rd–6th Cost: $45 per participant. Register today and secure your spot!www.augustaksrec.com

• 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

• Kansas Cannons Games - Next up for the Kansas Cannons is the NBS Worlds Series, July 23 through August 1st!  Go to NBC World Series for Schedule and Tickets

• Lily Lake Kansas - (If your kiddo is into animals and all things farming, then check out our upcoming Farm Camp!
• When: starting Wednesday, July 29th, through Friday, July 31st
• 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.  Take some time to shop and see everything they have to offer!

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  - The Go Carts have arrived!  Click Mega Pines Mini Golf for information and updates when the racetrack will be ready for you to enjoy!  Until then, take a drive out to the mini golf course and enjoy a day, afternoon or evening playing minature golf and games!

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.  Soon they will be adding items to their fall menu, along with exciting specials!  And don't forget to follow them on their Facebook Page, so you don’t miss out! And don’t forget Sugar Shane’s for all your catering needs!

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!

Augusta Merchandise!  Come down to the Depot to shop Augusta Merchandise at the Go! Augusta Office and Marketplace 67010.  We both have t-shirts, large and small tumblers, wine tumblers, coffee cups, magnets, cute holders for lipgloss & Chapstick, and postcards.  Come downtown to check out what we have!

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.  

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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, Executive Director